(215) 735-5562
1310 Drury St
Philadelphia,
PA
19107
39.95
-75.1624
Neighborhoods: Center City East, Center City
What People Are Saying About McGillins Old 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.
01/04/09
Smells like the oldest!!
by nephil at Citysearch
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???
11/10/08
Love this place!
by Captain22 at Citysearch
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
09/22/08
Avoid on Football Sunday
by STLHoosier at Citysearch
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 McGillins Old 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:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, Debit Card
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Cuisine:
Irish, Traditional American, Californian
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