P.J. Clarke's is a restaurant and venue in Philadelphia, PA that hosts rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, and other parties. Open since 2018 and drawing on the experience of over a century, this team is ready to accommodate your special celebration. You may make this inviting setting the backdrop for an occasion to remember.
The first P.J. Clarke's restaurant was established in 1884 on Third Avenue in New York City. It was joined by outlets on Lincoln Square and Vesey Street, as well as in Washington, DC. The Philadelphia restaurant is situated in The Curtis in historic Washington Square. It features several private dining spaces, including the Oyster Bar and Lounge, Curtis Dining Room, The Chapel, and The Walnut Room.
P.J. Clarke's is available for engagement parties, pre-wedding parties, luncheons, showers, weddings, after parties, and day-after brunches. You and your guest may tuck into offerings from the raw bar as well as burgers, seafood, salads, sandwiches, and more.
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PJ Clarke's is highly recommended as a wedding venue, with reviewers praising the food, service, and professionalism of the staff. Multiple events, including cocktail hours and rehearsal dinners, received positive feedback for their delicious food and attentive staff. The venue's event coordinator, Michelle, was particularly appreciated for her helpfulness and organization. Guests were also pleased with the ease of the planning process and the personalized touches provided during their events. Overall, PJ Clarke's is described as a stress-free and enjoyable experience for couples and their guests.
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Donald D
5.0
6/13/2023
I had my wedding cocktail hour and wedding dinner at PJ Clarke's. The food and service surpassed my expectations. I had 55 people at my event. People were coming up to me throughout the night because they wanted me to know how great the food is and how friendly and professional the staff were to them.
I can not say enough positive comments about PJ Clarke’s of Philadelphia. They turned a possible stressful night into a night filled with positive outcomes, great food and impeccable service. They made 55 people extremely happy that Nighy and I will always be grateful to PJ Clarke's.
John O
5.0
3/30/2023
We used PJ Clark’s for a welcoming reception in lieu of a rehearsal dinner. We had a cocktail party for 90 + guests. The staff was great. Very professional people and a very attentive staff. I highly recommend PJ Clark’s for your event.
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MaryKate C
5.0
12/10/2022
We hosted our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks in the private Oyster Bar within PJ Clarkes and it was just incredible. Great ambiance, stellar service and the food was delicious (do not sleep on the mac and cheese!). I cannot say enough good things about PJ Clarkes and their team, especially Michelle, who was so friendly, helpful and accommodating. If you're looking for a great rehearsal dinner/welcome drink spot in Old City Philadelphia, this is it!
Taylor P
5.0
11/20/2022
Our wedding reception at PJ Clarke's At the Curtis was one of the most special days of our lives! The private space was perfect for the intimate, small wedding dinner vibe we were hoping for. Everything from the complete ease of the planning process to the candlelit tables, the delicious food, and the personalized touches during our event were more than we could have hoped for. From the first time we met Michelle, PJ Clarke's Private Affairs Manager, she was so accommodating and really made our vision of a small, intimate reception come to life. My husband and I were able to enjoy our wedding day completely because Michelle was so on top of everything and made sure there was nothing that we needed to worry about. I cannot say enough positive things about PJ Clarke's Private Affairs.
Elaine G
5.0
8/31/2022
We held a rehearsal dinner for 45 guests at PJ Clarkes in June '22.
Our experience from beginning discussions to the date of event was great.
Michelle, our event coordinator, was extremely professional and very easy to work with during the process. The event itself was seamless, the food delicious and abundant and the vibe at the back bar is very cool. An incredible amount of spaces to use and an awesome location. We also had some folks who needed handicapped accessible entrance and that was also available and easy to use.
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