Philadelphia's Meetinghouse makes Esquire's Best Bars in America list

Driving the news: Esquire's annual list, which dropped yesterday, is more exclusive — only 15 bars are included this year, down from 42 in 2024.

What stood out to Esquire:

• Meetinghouse in Kensington is "just a very good bar" with a handful of beers on tap and nicely balanced cocktails.
• "When there are flexes, they are quiet flexes," like the "roast-beef sandwich that stands out for its juicy heft."