McGillin’s Olde Ale House threw open its doors the year Lincoln was elected president. That’s shortly after the Liberty Bell cracked and long before ground was broken for Philadelphia City Hall. The beer taps have been flowing since 1860 — making it the oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia and one of the oldest taverns in the country.
Cucumber Mint Cooler - Ketel One Cucumber & Mint Botanicals, Sparkling Water, Lemonade, Mint $10Spring Thyme - Absolute Vodka, Peach Puree, Ginger Ale, Thyme $10Watermelon Basil Margarita - Don Julio Blanco, Homemade Watermelon-Basil Margarita Mix, Orange Liqueur, Salt Rim, Lime Wedge $12Pineapple Orange Mule - Jameson Orange Whiskey, Pineapple Juice, Ginger Beer, Orange Wedge $11Lavender Limoncello Martini - Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Limoncello, Lavender Simple Syrup, Sugar Rim, Lemon Wedge $12Strawberry Gin Smash - Beefeater Gin, Strawberry Puree, Tonic Water, Mint $10April Showers Bring May Flowers - April, Sauvignon Blanc, Grapefruit Juice, Sparkling Water, Orange Wedge $11
Love the atmosphere and energy of this pub, lots of Irish ambiance, perfect for our St Pattys Day weekend celebration. The lamb stew was incredible and the Irish special drinks were amazing. The service is great and our waitress was incredibly friendly and attentive, we never... Read more
Enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service at our first visit to this Philly landmark. Our extended family sampled a few McGillin menu favorites for lunch: Philly cheesesteak, chicken tenders, hot turkey with mashed potatoes and a Reuben. Everything was delicious and brought... Read more
