Parks on Tap, FDR Park, South Philadelphia

Parks on Tap announces that Philadelphia’s famous traveling beer garden is once again on the move - with a new location just in time for fall. Starting this Friday at 4:00pm, Parks on Tap is heading to South Philadelphia to bring a 50,000 square foot beer garden to FDR Park across from the public golf course, at 1500 Pattison Avenue. This new location will offer everything that fans of Parks on Tap have grown to expect, while serving as the perfect compliment for the abundance of activities ranging from relaxation to recreation that FDR Park offers. Patrons will be able to enjoy fresh food, beers on tap, wine and non-alcoholic beverages set in an outdoor environment with comfortable chairs and clean restrooms. FDR Park will feature the same proven health and safety protocols that have already been launched at both other sites, including additional cleaning measures, ability for contact tracing, and other procedures as prescribed by the City of Philadelphia and State of Pennsylvania. Parks on Tap is family (and fido) friendly. Season hours for Parks on Tap at the FDR Park will be Wednesday to Friday, from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 10:00pm. A daily digital sign-in is required. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Seating is first come, first served. FDR Park will operate in tandem with Parks on Tap at Water Works. The original summer-long residency for Parks on Tap at Fairmount Horticulture Center Arboretum is now closed for the season. For more information on the Parks on Tap safety plan, locations and directions, please visit www.parksontap.com.

“Parks on Tap has proven to be a hit with local residents looking to get outside and enjoy our parks but keep their social distance and practice safety first,” said FCM Hospitality Owner Avram Hornik. “During the global pandemic, outdoor socially distanced options like Parks on Tap are more important than ever as city residents look to spend summer in the city, while they find new and different ways to enjoy stay-cation options. We are so thankful to everyone that made our first-ever summer-long residency at Fairmount Horticulture Center Arboretum a big success! We are excited to now open a new fall residency at FDR Park and serve a new audience in the city. Parks on Tap at FDR Park will continue to operate at the same time as Parks on Tap at Water Works. We are proud to give Philadelphia residents two outdoor options this coming September and October.”

Philadelphia’s traveling beer garden for a good cause is on the move and heading to South Philly starting this weekend. Until 2020, Parks on Tap popped-up and took over various park locations throughout Philadelphia each week during the summer and fall seasons. Due to the global pandemic and new protocols, Parks on Tap opened earlier this year with a new model that included two longer term residencies vs. jumping locations every week. The first summer-long residency outside Fairmount Horticulture Center Arboretum is now closed for 2020, in order to open the new venue at FDR Park. The second location at Water Works will remain open along with FDR Park.

For all Parks on Tap locations in 2020, FCM Hospitality acknowledges and shares the City of Philadelphia’s Safer at Home strategy, and for those who do venture outside, FCM announces the expansion of one of Philadelphia’s most beloved summer traditions, as one location of the traveling beer garden is on the move.

FDR Park, one of Philadelphia’s cherished hidden outdoor gems, will offer locals a green oasis to escape the hustle and bustle of city life in Philadelphia. Parks on Tap will shine the spotlight on the South Philadelphia park and encourage people to explore all of the natural beauty that it has to offer. FDR Park offers an abundance of recreational sites, including 20 tennis courts, rugby field, golf course and 8 ball fields. Guests can also access the unique American Swedish Historical Museum and the internationally renowned FDR Park Skate Park. This new location is also home to one of the best places to bird watch since it offers a home to nearly 205 species.

Hornik said,”The FCM Hospitality team that operates Parks on Tap is excited to add exposure to another stunning Philadelphia park, while maintaining their proven success of providing a safe experience for staff and patrons.”

At FDR Park, Parks on Tap will occupy a 50,000 square foot space inside the park. Guests Parks on Tap is excited to offer refreshing and delectable concessions to the impressive list special features that are open to the public. The set-up for the beer garden at FDR Park will be self-contained within roped boundaries, providing its own power, bathrooms, food and drink trucks, seating, shade and lights - all without use or dependency of existing park facilities. This means more money can be raised and make a direct impact on park improvements and future programming.

For food and drink, patrons can look to FCM Hospitality to provide a variety of local craft beers, wine and cocktails, as well as non-alcoholic beverages such as water and lemonade. A full food menu is available for purchase that highlights items made from locally sourced items and snacks. The food menu will include bread and pastries from award-winning and nationally recognized affiliate partner Lost Bread Co. The beer menu will include Mainstay Independent Brewing Company’s Love Your Park Pale Ale. Love Your Park Pale Ale was originally created exclusively for Parks on Tap to help raise awareness for volunteering at loveyourpark.org. A portion of proceeds from the sale of the special ale goes back to support the parks.

All credit cards and cash are accepted for food and drink. Credit cards are preferred. The opening food and drink menu is as follows:

Snacks:
Warm Soft Pretzel- Sweet and Spicy Mustard (V) $5
-add Pimento Cheese $2 (VG)

Deviled Eggs- (VG) $6

Sour Cream and Onion Dip- Kettle Cooked Potato Chips (VG, GF) $7

White Bean Hummus- Chimichurri, Pita (V) $7

Chopped Salad- Rotating selection of Local Greens and Veggies, Yogurt Ranch (VG, GF) $8

Sandwiches:
“The Dutchy” Hoagie- Lebanon Bologna, Country Ham, Horseradish Cheddar, Spicy Mustard, Lettuce, Pickled Onion $11

Pulled Pork- Coleslaw, BBQ sauce, B&B pickles, Seeded Milk Bun $11

Smoked Mushrooms- Vegan Cheese Sauce, Caramelized Onion, Baguette $12 (V)

Jerk Chicken Salad- Jalapeno, Scallion, Seeded Milk Bun $11

Kid’s Hot Dog- Martins Bun, Potato Chips $5

Sides:
Coleslaw (VG, GF) $4

Pickles (V, GF) $4

Cornbread- BBQ Butter (VG) $4

Kettle Cooked Potato Chips (V, GF) $2

Seasonal Fruit Salad (V) $4

Drink Menu:
Non-alcoholic Beverages:

Water

Lemonade

Iced Tea

Drafts:
Mainstay Independent Poplar Pils $5

Mainstay Independent Seasonal $7

Mainstay Parks Pale Ale $7

2SP ‘Up & Out’ IPA $7

Sly Fox ‘SRT’ Pale Ale $7

Dogfish Head Seasonal MP

Cans:
Mainstay Independent Love Your Park $7

2SP Baby Bob Stout $6

Golden Road Melon Cart $6

21st Amendment El Sully $6

Flying Dog Numero Uno Cerveza $6

Workhorse Brewing Seasonal MP

Sixpoint Crisp $6

For seating, Parks on Tap does not offer reservations. All seating is first come, first serve. If the beer garden is at capacity during the time guests come to visit, a wait list will be established and guests will be encouraged to explore the park until they receive a text message that it's their turn.

Due to the global pandemic, Parks on Tap will be extensively following state regulations in regards as the best way to safely operate and will be adjusting (if necessary) to any additional city guidelines. Social distancing markers will be measured out and posted throughout the garden and its outside fencing area as reminders for guests. Daily entry sign-in also allows for contact tracing if a local outbreak occurs. Sanitizing spray and/or wipes will be accessible to guests, so they are able to wipe down chairs and tables. Staff and guests in the beer garden area must always wear a mask, except when seated. Staff will be subject to temperature checks prior to the start of all shifts to assure they are safely able to work. Additional cleaning standards will be implemented prior to opening, after closing and throughout the day by staff.

Parks on Tap is family and fido friendly. The beer garden is 21+ to enter. Children, families, and anyone under 21 are welcome to participate if they are accompanied by a legal guardian who has legal identification. Alcoholic beverages must stay within the beer garden’s fenced area. This is required for full compliance with PLCB code. All patrons will be asked to digitally sign in when visiting the park. Signing in and entry are complementary and can be done in advance by visiting parksontap.com/signin. Well-behaved dogs are welcome and must always be on a leash.

Hours for Parks on Tap at FDR Park will be Wednesday to Friday from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 10:00pm. Please note that hours and days of operation may change due to weather and special events. Please visit @parksontap on Instagram and Facebook for regular updates.

ABOUT PARKS ON TAP AND HISTORY

Parks on Tap kicked off in 2016 to engage the Philadelphia community and give back to the neighborhood parks. A portion of all proceeds every year are donated to help restore and maintain Philly’s parks. Thanks to Parks on Tap’s past donations, improvements have included trail work and maintenance, tree plantings, new signage, free music and movie programs, and more.

Parks on Tap is located inside some of Philadelphia’s best outdoor locations. Each park is accessible via public transportation, car or ride sharing app. If driving, guests are strongly encouraged to not leave any valuables in their vehicles. Bikes are not permitted inside the beer garden. Limited bike parking is available, but patrons should bring their own lock. For more information about Parks on Tap, visit www.parksontap.com.

ABOUT FCM HOSPITALITY

FCM Hospitality is a Philadelphia-based hospitality and entertainment company, managing bars, restaurants and seasonal pop-ups throughout the region. The company is owned by Avram Hornik, a leader with more than 20 years in the hospitality industry, who has developed some the city’s most popular permanent and temporary venues such as Morgan's Pier, Concourse Dance Bar, Harper’s Garden, Rosy’s Taco Bar, Winterfest, and the 2013 PHS Pop-up Garden. For more information about FCM Hospitality, visit fcmhospitality.com or call 215.568.1616.