Brownie's Pub
Philadelphia, PA 19106-2810
Phone: (215) 238-1222
- Cross Street:
- Chestnut Street
- Specialties:
- Dive Bar
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 11am- 2am, Sat-Sun 12pm- 2am
Editorial Review for Brownie's Pub – by Tara Nurin
In Short
This Irish pub bills itself as a respite from the glam scene that is most of Old City, and with the exception of Friday and Saturday nights when the fraternity crowd takes over, it is. Local selections and Irish standards are king among the 14 seasonally rotating taps, with frequent appearances from Victory, Philadelphia Brewing Company and Troegs Guinness, Harp and Smithwick's are old time regulars, but theres always room left over for little known selections, as well.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoPeople who now take the smoking ban for granted should be aware that smokers can light up here after 6 pm.
The ExtrasBrownie's serves a tavern-style lunch every day until the kitchen closes at six pm.
Look GoodThere is a strict "No Crap on Tap" policy, meaning you can order a bottle of mass-produced American lager but you won't find it in the keg.
Save MoneyAll Philadelphia Brewing Company beers are $3.50 during Phillies and Eagles games.
User Reviews for Brownie's Pub
09/04/2006 Posted by coolbreezeken
Brownie's is like an oasis in the Old City desert of swank bars/clubs. There's no need to try and impress anyone here as the place itself is unassuming and has a very comfortable vibe. The beer selection is top notch and changes regularly. The bartenders are also really cool people and do a great job with the music they play on their i-pods (over the last few months we've heard everything from Jimmy Cliff to Horton Heat to Johnny Cash to Zeppelin). My wife works in Old City and this is our favorite spot to stop in for a couple of beers before heading home, and Saturday afternoons and early evenings are great for college football too. For those who don't need all the flash and attitude Brownie's rocks.
Pros: great beer selection, bartenders, vibe
Cons: none come to mind
01/18/2003 Posted by klo1335
Everytime I go to Old City I go to Brownies, you think I would learn. Its always too crowded, althought everything is crowded in Old City...I just didn't like it. There is no other way to explain in.
