(215) 735-5562
1310 Drury St
Philadelphia,
PA
19107
39.95
-75.1624
Neighborhoods: Center City East, Center City
Mc Gillins Old Ale House
What People Are Saying About McGillin's Olde Ale House
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – In case you miss the neon sign reading "Est. 1860" on the way in, you'll certainly notice centuries' worth of Pennsylvania tavern licenses displayed over the bar. Located on a small street just a stone's throw from City Hall, the brick-walled and red tile-floored pub claims its fame from being the oldest continuously operating Philly saloon. The bar is filled at lunchtime for the bargains on crab cakes, soup and sandwiches.
Smells like the oldest!!
by nephil
The upstairs smelled like $%#@ and urine!! Waitress was miserable and food was terrible.Spend your hard earned money elsewhere.
- Pros: If you like bathroom smell ambience
- Cons: Where's the Guiness and the friendly staff???
Love this place!
by Captain22
I go to McGillin's all the time. They have a great list of regional beers and a friendly atmosphere. There's always something giong on - a party, Eagles game to watch, karaoke. I usually order the tuna melt - but lots of times they have unbelievably low priced specials on pizza, tacos, wings and beer - cheap and they taste good too. I love this place.
- Pros: beer list, friendly crowd, affordable food
- Cons: parking
Avoid on Football Sunday
by STLHoosier
Entire place smelled like urine on a Sunday afternoon after the eagles game. Even the smelly alley outside had a better aroma.
The Details on McGillin's Olde Ale House
Know Before You Go:
Late at night, McGillin's is best approached from 13th Street, where street lamps cast light onto the otherwise vacant stretch of Drury.
Parking:
The bar validates for the lot under the Holiday Inn Express on Market Street.
Save Time:
The after-work crowd starts around 4pm and doesn't shuffle off until the students begin their slow creep in. Bartenders are no-nonsense and true to regulars, while the newcomer can earn their stripes with a "thank you" and a decent tip.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants
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