Opening hours
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Local time in Philadelphia: 10:16 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (215) 925-2317 to confirm.
Location & directions
48 South 2nd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106
About Sassafras
Sassafras is a restaurant you'll find at 48 South 2nd Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's part of our guide to 1,632 restaurants, cafes and bars in Philadelphia.
Sassafras is open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM. It stays open late, until 2:00 AM on most nights.
Available service options are dine-in.
Phone: (215) 925-2317.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 48 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone
- (215) 925-2317
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Sassafras’s weekday schedule with 72 other restaurants in Philadelphia. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 2:00 AM, later than 93% of them (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 90 hours a week, 25 hours more than the local median of 65. 89% of restaurants in Philadelphia open on Sundays, and Sassafras is one of them.
Compared with 72 other restaurants in Philadelphia that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Pennsylvania
Based on 169 menus with 10,017 priced items from restaurants in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $16.05.
We don’t have Sassafras’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what restaurants in Pennsylvania typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 21% | $11.00 |
| French Fries | 17% | $4.47 |
| Onion Rings | 14% | $5.89 |
| Grilled Cheese | 12% | $8.00 |
| House Salad | 12% | $8.00 |
| Coffee | 11% | $2.75 |
| French Toast | 10% | $10.53 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 9% | $8.50 |
Calculated from 169 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Sassafras there are 96 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 347 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (60), Bars & Pubs (44), Chinese (31), and Bakeries & Desserts (26).
Competition is strong: 21 other restaurants are within a mile and 85 within three miles. The closest is Piccolina, 0.1 mi away.
123 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- EuropeanRoyal Boucherie< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsThe Plough & the Stars< 0.1 mi
- PizzaMargherita Pizzeria< 0.1 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexLucha Cartel< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsLittle Susie's Coffee & Pie< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Sassafras's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM.
Is Sassafras open on Sunday?
Yes, Sassafras is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM.
Where is Sassafras located?
Sassafras is located at 48 South 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
What is the phone number of Sassafras?
You can call Sassafras at (215) 925-2317.
Does Sassafras offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Sassafras. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Sassafras open late?
Yes – Sassafras is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Sassafras?
There are 347 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Sassafras. Nearby options include Royal Boucherie (< 0.1 mi), The Plough & the Stars (< 0.1 mi), and Margherita Pizzeria (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Sassafras?
21 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Piccolina, 0.1 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Pennsylvania cost?
Based on 169 menus with 10,017 priced items from restaurants in Pennsylvania, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $16.05.
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