The Hayes takes over former Irish Pub spot as new addition to the Townsend Wentz Restaurant Group

Tuesday, March 14, 2023
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The menu at the Hayes is American comfort food with a chef's touch.

Acclaimed Philadelphia chef Townsend Wentz opened the Midtown Village spot after spending the pandemic shutdown renovating the space.
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It's located in the old Irish Pub at 1123 Walnut Street.

Wentz did much of the work himself; refinishing the bar, refurbishing the floor, replacing the kitchen and finding new furniture.

The new look provides a warm environment to enjoy a menu that ranges from casual to upscale.

You can enjoy wings and a burger or raise the game with beef tartar and grilled branzino.



Chef has a collection of shareable dishes like a cheese board with assorted accouterments or the baked feta comes with tomatoes and oregano baked in a cast iron dish and served with pita.
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The bar has a rotating tap of 18 beers with local and seasonal craft selections and the cocktail menu includes a mix of creative drinks and the wine list is robust.


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