Way back in 1938, proprietor Anthony “Ray” Capozzoli greeted everyone who crossed the threshold of Ray’s with a booming “Happy Birthday!”—hence the current moniker. Take your birthday shot (complete with a candle tucked into a clever holder) at the long oak bar and enjoy live music, including a popular open mic night on the first and third Tuesday of each month and karaoke every Friday.

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Ray’s Happy Birthday Bar
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Details
- Address
- 1200 E Passyunk Ave
- Philadelphia
- 19147
- Cross street:
- at Federal St
- Opening hours:
- Mon–Sat 7am–2am, Sun 11am–2am
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