Fabrika Reviews

Excellent food, entertainment and service. I’ve tried every item on the menu and have been nothing but blown away. Hummus, manti dumplings, shrimp and beef are my favorite:). The performers are so talented and include musicians, singers, dancers to contortionists, sword swallowers and aerial artists. The staff is more than attentive and always going above and beyond.. Philadelphia’s most unique venue is a must see!!

My friends from Phily went there once for dinner and were so impressed that we went back another time shortly after for Sunday branch. According to them , the entertainment was much worse (and to my taste without much variety that could be possible there). Also the menu was very limited. On the top of that I got a third bottle of beer without asking? And it was pricey. We paid it without arguments, but the whole impression was not so great. May try sometime for dinner to see if this is going to be better, but for now this is a max rating.

Very poor service- food never arrived, they promised a refund and disappeared. I have to dispute charge with my card company now. Would not recommend!

Bought tickets to see Drag Wrestling Brunch 9/28. Show was cancelled, but there was no email or even a sign in the door. Have made repeated attempts for a refund since and have been rebuffed. Shady business.

I absolutely loved my time at Fabrika. I went with 5 friends to celebrate my birthday and we all had an amazing time. We started our time with dinner, and the food was great! We shared a few tapas and entrees and everyone enjoyed everything. We also LOVED the cocktails. Lots of really cool and inventive options you don’t see often. The show itself was a masterpiece. We all found performances that we connected to and each of us had a great experience. After the show the floor opens up as a dance floor and my entire group was out dancing for hours. It’s a really great time and unlike anything else in Philly! Definitely recommend!

Each of the 5 people at our table paid $50 just to walk in the door, food was bland over priced and tiny portions. We all go to brunch for the drinks but unfortunately we couldn't tell you how the drinks were because the police shut down their bar before we could get a single drink. I would think that managers would've apologized and perhaps offer some kind of discount on our admission considering we weren't allowed to purchase drinks at a bar.

The place has a very open layout and very unique seating and with live music nightly and great food. It is an HONOR to be the FIRST to REVIEW this place. Absolutely LOVED Fabrika and most likely you would too!! It has a GREAT atmosphere, as it is a VERY open space with GREAT food, and service! We ordered, NO I ordered literally everything on the menu …and shared only a little. From the pita bread to the fish dish............they were all very delicious, and nothing left to take home. Cocktails were expertly mixed and tasty! As for the food I had 9 different dishes and each was better than the other. I know this place is new but from what I have seen this place will be real busy real soon. I strongly suggest making a reservation on a Fri or Sat a week in advance. Nightly entertainment can and will be different most nights from jazz to maybe a crazy show on a Saturday night. But I can tell you whatever it is it will be enjoyable. 2 Bars one on each side of the restaurant. They even have seating upstairs around the catwalk which will allow you to look down on to the main floor. If not for the food ..THEN GO for the bar scene,,, Fabrika is a welcome sight to the neighborhood in Northern Liberties. Classy yet laid back. This place is located near the Filmore but on the other side of I-95 next to Barcade Jerry Ehrlich from the Great City of Philadelphia

A great night out! Fun for everybody and a dope vibe! Definitely a recommended place for a cute date night, or just a little something different from the party scene!

What a great place! I was on a solo trip to Philly so I was a bit apprehensive going to Fabrika by myself. But it was so great! I was late arriving for my reservation due to traffic but was promptly seated. They seat you based on what time you arrive so the earlier you get there the better. Everyone is dressed nicely so put on your party dress and doll up a bit! Service was wonderful. My waiter was very attentive. Drinks were good. Food was just average. It’s expensive but it’s ok. The show was amazing. There are some very talented performers. It’s a little on the risque side so if you’re not open minded this is not the place for you. Tons of fun. Great vibe. Great music. They encourage interaction and you even get to dance a little during intermission and after it’s over. Fun fun! Highly recommend. So glad I went!

2 hours of drag with the entertainers walking around for 2 hours collecting money, throwing it up in the air on the stage and having a woman sweep it up into a bag. Came to see a show! A bunch of drunk people throwing $1 bills all over the place. I'm sure they made a lot of money. I just read in reviews that Sunday brunch is only drag. They should have stated that on their website. Totally overpriced. Would love a refund! If they are a good establishment, they will ask me to call and refund my money. Have been wanting to see this show for several years. Drove an hour each way. What a disappointment?

Great service! Fun night! We thought we finally found a hot spot in Philly that felt like NYC, Paris..Crazy Horse vibes and “all the feels” you chase when living in this city, however the management reminds you that you are in Philly “and the party DOES stop when you walk in!” We were celebrating a birthday and confetti was made to be comparable to spray painting the venue. After a fun night of good food, yummy cocktails and a great show:::confetti ended the night on a note that reminded everyone that metallic paper is a game-shamer! The management and staff made us out to feel we vandalized the venue for some confetti at the table that could easily be swept and hand-vac’d in minutes. After a significant tab and generous tip we were confetti-shamed by management that was next level embarrassing. Thanks for the reminder that although Fabrika got close to a fun time in Philly...the attitude of management reminds you that all does NOT glitter in this city!

What an amazing date night. The show was absolutely incredible!! Drinks were perfect. Portion size for meals were a little small but still very worth it. One of my new favorites.

I made a reservation for a group to have dinner there for a special occasion at 5 pm. The person taking the reservation said it was ok for 5pm. At arrival. Group was told they could not accommodate the party until 6pm. Given that we were celebrating an elderly person, waiting an additional hour was not convenient and party had to find another restaurant. The staff unfortunately demonstrate an inability to communicate well. But for anyone planning to go there please note dinner starts at 6pm. Do call before arriving in the event that when they start preparing the meals. I give poor review for poor experience

First the good: the venue is really spectacular and creative. And, happily, the acoustic was good enough that we could still talk (unlike many restaurants these days). The show was really fabulous... think Cirque du Soleil. We LOVED the show. Now, the less than good: the food is average at best AND it's super expensive. $30 for a lamb shank that was devoid of much flavor. The beet salad was o.k., but again, was something like $14 (for about $2 worth of beets). The martini's were good (expensive) but the wine (we had a glass of pinot and a glass of cabernet) was subpar and again, super expensive and served warm (I guess they viewed that as "room temperature"). So, for $300 for two of us, we had a great show... I would advise eating before going. That's what we'll do the next time we go! You're required to spend a minimum of $50 a person on food/drinks, but the drinks are expensive enough that you'll quickly hit that minimum.

Fabrika I been very curious about visiting Fabrika. I decided to pay a visit to see what all the buzz was about. Customer service and atmosphere are both 5 stars. The staff are very welcoming and attentive. The seating is laid out well enough for everyone to relax and enjoy dinner and the show. Overall, a very good use of the square footage. Below, I will attempt to break down my overall experience of the food, drinks, and entertainment, and value. Food: The menu is broken down into Tapas, Salads, and large plates, and a couple dessert choices. Pricing was fairly reasonable. I had the empanadas, beetroot hummus, and the caprese. Overall the food was just okay. Nothing exceptional. To note the food comes out very fast! The kitchen was not that busy. Drinks: Good selection of craft cocktails. I had the "Amaro's A Day Away" Resurgent 104prf Bourbon, House Allspice Amaro, Amarena Cherry Simple, Aromatic Bitters. It was very good! They have a beer selection. Bottles and cans. No draft options. Limited wine list, and a bottle service option. I felt the drinks were a bit pricey, but considering the venue, I couldn't really argue about that. Entertainment: This the main reasons to be here. Overall the entertainment was good , at best. I was looking for more burlesque type dancers in addition to the "Cirque du Soleil" type acrobats and ballet dancers. Quite a few of the entertainers were very impressive. But probably not the best I've seen. Other entertainers I noticed clearly looked bored and unhappy while waiting to perform. There appeared to more acts with men in drag than women. That's okay just for entertainment purposes, but I felt it was a little too much. Cost: $50 minimum per person for food. $50 per person for the entertainment. Payment with your smart phone using the QR code on the table. Summary: Fabrika is a nice additional entertainment option in Fishtown. Service: Excellent! Food: Just okay. Drinks: Very good. Little too pricey. Entertainment: Good at best. Not all that impressive. Pricing: Too high. I would probably not visit again. It satisfied my curiosity, but I wasn't all that impressed. However, it was adequate for the area. I hope they build on what they have by introducing newer acts/performances and other top notch performers.

Fabrika’s website states the earlier one shows up the better the seats. For an 8PM showing, we chose to show up at 6:30PM (the earliest you can come is 6PM). At that time there were only 2 other tables occupied. While Fabrika didn’t require a minimum to dine for this show anymore, the servers definitely try their luck multiple times to see if they can pressure you into ordering something. I’ve read the food isn’t great and expensive so I didn’t really want to order much. The show itself is nice. I’ve seen A LOT of burlesque so not much seemed new to me. The acts are a bit repetitive and relied more on aesthetics, twirling around. I would have liked a bit more athleticism or dancing. A few performers are more well known, having been seen on TV. The performers do walk the venue so everyone gets a closer look at them. The show is slightly interactive so be aware of that (by this I mean they ask for volunteers or when walking by may blow a kiss, etc. There’s segments of show breaks where the venue briefly turns into a dance floor while people have the opportunity to use the restroom and so on.). Especially if you’ve decided to purchase VIP couches (there’s 2 at the circular stage), the owner seems to want to chat and take photos. The crowds lean more towards those having a girls/guys night out, those celebrating a bachelorette party, a birthday. People were in a great mood and energetic. Venue looks absolutely beautiful and glam.

My Partner and I Celebrated our marriage by renting Fabrika for a Saturday Night 5 hour Celebration. EVERYTHING....The Management Staff, The Owners, The Chef, the Servers, the Performers, and the DJs were beyond our expectations. It was absolutely the best choice for us and our 100+ guests. We will Never forget this Event and we highly recommend it!!!!!

A 30 Min waiting time when you book is not acceptable to me. Especially considering how much you pay for the show + dinner.

Fabrika has been on my 'to-do' list for a while! I decided this is happening this year! I wanted to include friends so we made it happen! Let's start w/the good: Service: FANTASTIC! Server was attentive and friendly! All the staff encountered at this venue was equally as friendly and helpful! Ambiance: AMAZING! The space is open and if you arrive early...the best seating (closet to the performance area) is where you want to be! The decor is fabulous and tons of photo-ops when you go to use the restrooms! Entertainment: OUTSTANDING! I enjoyed each act that was presented! All of the entertainers were interactive and kept the energy levels high all night! Food: TERRIBLE! There is a $50/pp food/drink minimum Please eat before you arrive! The food was luke warm; presentation was not good and the mush served with the lamb chops resembled (low quality dog food)! The scallops and shrimp were undercooked! The drinks were adequate..but nothing special! The bad food killed the vibe and makes it a 3 star experience sadly...

You’re going to get probably the best show in Philly, and definitely one of the best in the Northeast. They put on a performance that you would expect at the Moulin Rouge. The food is good, but not for dinner. So I would recommend eating beforehand. The drinks are spectacular. The service is great. And it is well worth every dollar to go. Dress well.

Fabrika is a cool, hip spot. The open floor entertainment space lighting makes for a sexy look. My wife in I went last Saturday not knowing what to expect and were pleasantly entertained by a Saxophonist, dancers, a contortionist and a singer. The food, primarily smart plates were really tasty. The Monk fish/Pork belly dish was good. The bartenders are mixologist. One suggested an off menu drink that was tasty and got the job done. My wife and I made reservations to bring our friends back in a few weeks. A little pricey but we didnt mind.