Sip & Shop: Wine & Gift Shopping
Join us for a day of holiday shopping and hot cocktails in the garden! Find that gift for the special someone in your life from some of our favorite local vendor partners, everything from cookbooks to candles, including specially curated wine & cheese packages.
Oyster Fest
‘Tis the Season, some come celebrate with us in the Wine Garden with oysters and bubbly! Your ticket gets you all the oysters you can eat, in the form of freshly shucked, grilled & dressed, oyster stew, and more! You can also enjoy a selection of sparkling wines, hot mulled wine, and other beverages. We are proud to partner with Sweet Amalia Oysters for this event!
Georgian Wine & Khachapuri Tasting: Saami Somi x Jet Wine Bar
Join us for an annual Fall tradition at Jet Wine Bar, our Georgian Cookout in the Wine Garden
Master Class: Galen Glen Vineyard x Jet Wine Bar
Join us in Jet’s Indoor Bar on Wednesday, 10/30 at 6:30pm for a special wine tasting with Galen Glen Vineyards featuring Erin Troxell, Winegrower at Galen Glen!
Erin Troxell, daughter of Galen Glen founders Sarah and Galen Troxell, earned a degree in viticulture and enology from Cornell University, followed by a master’s degree from the Vinifera EuroMaster program in Germany and France. She has interned in Nahe, Napa and New Zealand and worked for several years at E. & J. Gallo.
We will be tasting 6 wines - 3 wines from Galen Glen compared with 3 wines from Jet's collection of ancient & obscure wines from around the world. Each pairing will have a corresponding bite prepared from our kitchen to snack on while you learn from our own Masters of Wine, Erin and Jill!
Grab a discounted package with 3 Bottles of Galen Glen wines to take home with you after the tasting!
PA Wine Month: Mazza Vineyards
October is PA Wine Month and we are celebrating by hosting local Winemakers and Vineyard owners throughout the entire month! Join us every Thursday in the Jet Wine Garden for flights, bites and more! No reservations necessary, first come first served.
10/7: Tbilisi to Tripoli - Women & Wine with Rose & Jill
Join us in Jet’s Wine Garden on 10/7 from 5 to 7. It's a party with two of the coolest wine women we know: Rose Previte and Jill Weber.
Rose is a James Beard-nominated restaurateur, author, activist, and co-founder of Go There Wines. Jill – owner of Jet Wine Bar - is an archaeologist, champion of Ancient World Wines, and co-founder of the Sisterly Love Collective.
Enjoy an informal night of tasting and talking in Jet’s garden. Meet Rose and Jill! Meet fellow wine lovers! Taste new wines! We’ll have first-in-Philly wines from Rose’s Go There Wines and other favorites of our hosts, all from women winemakers!
As you enjoy the curated selection of Ancient World Wines from both Rose and Jill, immerse yourself in Jet’s garden. Let the wine, music, and videos transport you through landscapes at the source of ancient winemaking in Tbilisi to the sun-kissed Phoenician shores of Tripoli. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious newcomer, this event is designed to inspire and spark your wine curiosity. Join us for a night celebrating women in wine, storytelling, camaraderie, exploration, and, of course, fantastic wine!
Price: $45 for Wine Club Members. $55 for General Public
Roman Empire Wine Tasting
You guys loved our first journey through the Roman Empire, that we brought it back for another tour! Embark on a tasting journey through time and place with our wine expert and archeologist Jill Weber, as you discover the historic flavors of Rome!
It’s more than just togas and gladiators- and Empire! Did you know that it was originally a Kingdom? That 37 emperors met their untimely deaths while rule? And that 164 bars have so far been found at Pompeii?
In our tasting, we’ll roam the Roman world & embark on a wine journey through history. We’ll start with the founding of the Kingdom of Rome in Latium, meet with Claudius and (one of our faves-Livia!), followed by the expansion of the Empire under Trajan, the demise of the Empire under Romulus Augustulus, and finish with the perseverance of the Eastern Empire at Byzantium. All while enjoying savory curated bites along the way!
Solo travelers, wine enthusiasts, history buffs— all are welcome! But act fast, seats are limited. You can purchase tickets by tapping the button below.
Roman Empire Wine Tasting
What do you know about the Roman Empire? It’s more than togas and gladiators – and Empire! Did you know that it was originally a Kingdom? That 37 emperors met untimely deaths while ruling? That 164 bars have so far been found at Pompeii?
In our tasting, we’ll roam the Roman world & embark on a wine journey through history. We’ll start with the founding of the Kingdom of Rome in Latium, meet with Claudius and (one of my faves – Livia!), followed by the expansion of the Empire under Trajan, the demise of the Empire under Romulus Augustulus, and finish with the perseverance of the Eastern Empire at Byzantium. All while enjoying savory curated bites along the way!
Solo travelers, wine enthusiasts, history buffs—all are welcome! But act fast, seats are limited. Use the link below to purchase tickets now.
Spin & Sip for Roe
On June 24, 2022 the Supreme Court took away the constitutional right to an abortion abandoning almost 50 years of judicial precedent and pathing the way forward for state implemented bans and restriction on abortions. Join with us today in support of reproductive healthcare and rights as we continue to fight for bodily autonomy. Proceeds from this event will benefit Planned Parenthood Southeastern Pennsylvania and their continued work to provide and increase access to abortion services.
Join us on Saturday, 6/22 from 12-4pm to support Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania and the fight for reproductive rights! Start with a ride at Revel Ride from 12pm-1pm, then head down South Street to Jet’s Wine Garden for a picnic-style cocktail cookout from 1pm-4pm, with a bonus Sisterly Love bake sale out front of Jet. The cookout will feature both all-beef and vegan hotdogs (complete with classic condiments of course) and a plethora of sides cooked by some of the best chefs in Philly’s hospitality community. Organized in part by Philly dining scene experts, the Godmother herself @sharonthompsonschill and prolific blogger & recipe creator @mackies_meals, 100% of proceeds from this event will be donated to Planned Parenthood SEPA.
Ride and Cookout: $80; Ride begins at noon. Seating is limited. Revel Ride is located about a block from Jet, at 1632 South St, Phila, PA, 19146.
Cookout Only: $50; 1pm - 4pm - includes two cocktails and one picnic plate (vegan or beef hot dog and three sides of your choice)
Tickets available HERE!
All cookout offerings & cocktails will also be available a la carte, and all proceeds from a la carte orders will also be donated.
Vinum Wines Slovenian Tasting & Meet the Winemaker
Join us in our wine garden on Tuesday, 6/11 at 6.30pm to taste your way through a lineup of five Slovenian wines in the Vinum Imports portfolio, each with a paired food course, led by winemaker Matic Rodica. Learn about the country’s indigenous grapes, try authentic Slovenian food pairings, ask the winemaker himself questions about his processes, all while enjoying a beautiful night in the Jet Wine Garden. As always, all bottles will be available to-go after the tasting, so make sure to take home your favorites! Tickets are 68/pp and include five wines, five paired food courses, tax and gratuity. Grab yours here!
First Friday Art Opening Happy Hour feat. Meei Ling
On June’s First Friday, 6/7, we will be welcoming resident South Street West and local Philly artist Meei Ling to the wine bar as a special guest for the evening to celebrate the opening of her summer art show at Jet! Come and meet the artist and enjoy a special menu featuring some of our best selling vegan snacks, HH beverages, and a special mocktail inspired by Meei Ling and her artwork. No tickets or reservations needed, PAYG. Check out more of Meei Ling’s artwork at her website here!
Chef Jake's Taco Thursday
Join us for round two of Jet’s Taco Thursdays! Last month’s was a hit despite the drizzly weather, so if you missed out on May’s make sure you come through to June’s. From 5-9pm on Thurs 6/6, Jet’s Chef de Cuisine, Jacob Fram, will be serving up a menu of tacos inspired by his travels in Mexico City — each with wine pairing options, of course! No tickets or reservations needed, PAYG.
Pride Flight 2024!
It’s about to be that time of year again! For almost as long as Jet has been in operation (even the pre-garden days!), every Pride Month we’ve served up a rainbow of wines in the form of a six-wine flight, with a portion of all proceeds donated to William Way LGBT Community Center to help support LGBTQ+ youth in the Philadelphia area (learn more about the charity here). On top of supporting a great cause, you’ll also get to drink your way through a delicious flight of six global wines for only $35. Available anytime during hours of operation all throughout the month of June!
Lula's Empanadas Pop Up in the Wine Garden
For a second year in a row, Philly’s own Lula’s Empanadas will be popping up in the wine garden! When Yaslyn Lora was only 5 years old, she began assisting her mother, Lula, in the kitchen while she cooked empanadas for their large family gatherings. This Dominican tradition is continued through Lula’s Empanadas, with their crispy fried pastry shells and delicious, intriguing fillings — perfect on a late spring day in the garden. And, of course, us being Jet, we will have a wine pairing for each of these bad boys (check out the menu here!).
No tickets or reservations needed, pay as you go
Caucasus Road Trip Wine Tasting
Join us on Wednesday, May 22nd at 6.30 PM to sip your way through the Caucasus region of Western Asia at Jet Wine Bar! Meet new people who are also traveling through Philadelphia, try and learn about interesting wines from Armenia and the Republic of Georgia (as well as “visit” various tourist attractions along the way), and snack on food pairings. As one of the only bars in Philadelphia featuring Ancient World wines, started by archaeologist and owner Jill Weber back in 2010, Jet is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the wide world of wine (or just things that taste good and learning about them!). This event is in collaboration with City Wide Social, who creates social opportunities for solo travelers and diners through a communal food or beverage experience. Tickets are 85/pp and include five wines, five paired food courses, tax, and gratuity — available here!
Cheers to Mom! Custom Wine Tasting & Take-Home Trio
Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day in the wine garden and show your love for the moms in your life by sampling wines to craft your very own custom wine pack! Let Mom sip her way through our selection of 12 wines from across the globe, and after sampling decide on which three will be coming home with her – all for the flat price of $95 (including tax and gratuity). Grab your tickets here! Learn a little about the background of each wine, try something new, and leave the wine garden with a 3 pack perfect for bringing to dinner at a BYO or just enjoying back at the house for a chill and relaxing evening. Kids are welcome under adult supervision!
Chef Jake's Taco Thursdays
Come kick it and celebrate Cinco de Mayo a lil late with our first of Chef Jake’s Taco Thursdays! With a rotating lineup of flavors and housemade accouterments like salsa verde, pickled jalapenos, and more (and wine pairings for each taco, cuz duh!) this is the perfect way to kick back in the garden as it finally starts to feel like summer. Get a sneak peek of the menu here!
No tickets or reservations needed, PAYG
Sip & Sojourn Bourbon Release
Join us to celebrate the release of our 2024 bourbon collaboration with Philly’s own New Liberty Distillery by sipping and sojourning your way across South Street between Jet and Rex! Make sure to stop by ANY Sojourn Philadelphia location before 4/19 to grab your passport and get your first stamp, then swing by any second location to grab your second stamp (applicable on both dine-in and takeout orders), cuz anyone who presents a passport with two stamps on 4/19 will receive a FREE and exclusive bourbon cocktail, designed by Rex at the Royal’s beverage manager & cocktail extraordinaire, Joshua Scheid. The evening’s menu will feature a special one-time-only Jet pretzel bun x Rex burger slider, as well as a selection of craft bourbon cocktails and specials on straight bourbon pours. Come by to sip, sojourn, and celebrate spring with us!
A Taste of the Soul Wine Dinner
Join us to celebrate Black History Month as we feature two of Philly’s brightest up and coming chefs, Chef Elyse Parker & Chef Autumn Bey, as they present a menu of five dishes– each with a wine pairing, of course– inspired by their culinary backgrounds and utilizing fresh and local ingredients. From a raw collard salad to homemade butter pecan ice cream– and so much more in between– this menu is bursting with flavor, finesse, and most of all, fun.
Tickets are 90/pp and include food, drink, tax & gratuity. Tickets available here.
Turkish Road Trip Wine Tasting
Can you believe we’re already at #6 in our Road Trip Wine Tasting series? This time we’re heading to another classic Ancient World wine country – Turkey! Join us on a journey via wine through the crossroads of east and west, as we explore the country’s various wine regions by sipping on some bottles, each with a paired food course, and visit virtual tourist attractions. Learn about indigenous grapes, unique terroir, and underrated (non-wine related!) spots to visit.
Tickets are 75/pp and include food, drink, tax & gratuity - available here!
Jet New Year's Eve Bash 2024
Join us to ring in NYE 2024 with 24 extra-special wines on open bar all evening long! With fancy snacks ranging from devilled eggs with caviar to smoked salmon crostini available to graze on all night and our best selection yet of wines ranging from sparkling, orange, rose, red and white, make sure to grab your tickets now by clicking here. 135/pp, includes food, drink, tax and gratuity.
Tues 12/19 - Global Bubbles Sparkling Wine Tasting feat. Jet’s owner & wine expert Jill Weber
Start poppin’ those bottles, because it’s almost time for our annual sparkling wine tasting — just in time for the holidays and sparkling wine season! Last year’s line up included weird, wild and wonderful wines such as a Californian sparkling Albariño, an indigenous grape Romanian pet nat, and more — and y’all know we like to keep it interesting here at Jet, so this year’s line up is bound to be equally as intriguing! With five wines, each paired with a food course specially selected to complement the wine and vice versa, make sure to grab your tickets and come sip on some bubbly with us. Tickets available here!
Sat 12/9 at NextFab North - Meet the Artist and Wine Tasting with Maria Schneider
Artist Maria Schneider will discuss and show her latest exhibit and Jet Wine Bar’s owner, Jill Weber, will guide you through a corresponding wine tasting.
Maria celebrates the work of women architects with her exhibit, PLAYING WITH HOUSES - Women Architects That Made a Difference. Honoring Zaha Hadid, Minerva Parker, Jeanne Gang, and more, Maria’s latest exhibit brings the works of women architects to life in layers of plexiglass and light depicting their creations.In turn, Jill will conduct a tasting through wines of varying “structure”, with wines ranging from the Canary Islands, to Morocco, to Argentina.
Tickets are $40/person (inc tax) and include 5 wines, light snacks, and viewing of the exhibit with Maria. Tickets available here.
The exhibit runs through December 31st at 1800 N. American Street
Wine Tasting is December 9th, only, from 4-6pm.
Holiday Wine Q&A Instagram Live with Jill & Emily
Join us on Tues 11/21 at 6.30PM for Jet’s first ever IG live, where you can get all your holiday wine and wine pairing questions answered by Sojourn Philly’s owner Jill Weber & Jet’s GM Emily Gordon!
Tues 11/14 - Rice ‘n Sambal Wine Dinner
Join us on Tues 11/14 at 6.30 PM for a five-course wine dinner featuring the food of James Beard Award Semi-Finalist, Diana Widjojo! Tickets are available here - 105/pp and include food, drink, tax & gratuity.
Sat 11/4 - Meet the Maker HH feat. Sofia Deleon of Tenango Rum
Join us at 5PM on Sat, 11/4 for a Meet the Maker HH featuring Sofia Deleon, owner and founder of El Merkury & now Tenango Rum! Enjoy a menu of cocktails, samples of rum, and Guatemala-meets-Philly food specials. Pay as you go, no tickets/reservations needed.
Sat 10/28 - Up South Street Fest
On Saturday, October 28th from 12-7pm, kick off your Halloweekend right by coming by the 1500 block of South Street to enjoy a vendor market, live music, drinks and more on the sidewalks in front of Jet Wine Bar, Rex at the Royal, Bob & Barbara’s, and other participating venues. The garden will be open for HH drinks so grab a midday sipper, walk around, check out the vendors and enjoy the fall weather with us!
Cookout Vibes Pop Up at the Wine Garden
Make sure to come through for our second-to-last Wine Garden pop up of the season, featuring Chefs Autumn & Elyse’s Cookout Vibes! With a menu featuring grilled skewers, fresh seasonal salads, plus two delicious desserts — all with optional wine pairings, of course — this pop up is the perfect end to a beautiful late summer and fall season, and the perfect excuse (if you really need one (; ) to hang out in the garden, throw back a few glasses of wine, and chow down on some delicious food by local Philly female chefs! No tickets or reservations needed, pay as you go.
Tinto Amorio Wines x REUBY Wine & Food Pop Up
We know we have a lot of pop ups here at Jet, but this is one you do NOT wanna miss! Winemaker & founder Anish Patel of California’s Tinto Amorio Wines will be at the wine garden, hanging out and pouring samples of his three amazing wines, while Philly’s own Chef Reuben Asaram cooks up a menu of his signature South Asian meets Mexican offerings, all utilizing Tinto Amorio wines as braises, vinaigrettes, and more in each dish. Wines will be available by the glass, half glass, bottle and, of course, as a flight. Join us to enjoy some of the hottest wines and pop up food on either coast, right here in our lil urban oasis! No tickets or reservations needed, pay as you go.
Deck Your Walls Market
On Saturday, September 23rd, join us for SOSNA & Keeping it Small’s first ever Deck Your Walls local artist vendor market! Shop a selection of local Philly artists’ offerings— all items you can use to deck out your home and make your walls pop! Shop around while enjoying Jet’s Happy Hour menu, available from 11AM-4PM this Saturday only, and help support the vibrant local artist community while making your walls look as dope as possible!