McGillin's Old Ale House
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Phone: (215) 735-5562
10/13/2005 Posted by phillyliz
I would ceratinly recommend this bar to a tourist because it is THE oldest tavern in Philadelphia but after you've enjoyed a serene happy hour drink, some cheap eats and chatted with a friendly bartender, I would advise that you seek out a more "adult" spot for an authentic philly vibe. By 8 p.m., this tavern is over run with college students swilling $5 pitchers of Miller Lite and So-Co and Lime shooters, while Bon Jovi or Neil Diamond blares from the juke box. The Karaoke nights on Wednesdays & Fridays are too annoying for anyone over 30 to put up with.
Pros: draft beer selection, decent pub fare, historic location
Cons: college kids, noise level, karaoke nights
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