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.
We’ll start serving Oktoberfest beers as soon as we get them. And we’ll offer German food specials periodically. Through early October.
Wizards & Muggles can stop by before/after seeing the Harry Potter exhibit at the Franklin Institute for a secret menu.
Insider’s Tip: Only those “in the know” will get to see this menu of magical & delicious Harry Potter Cocktails & Spell-Bounding food. You have to ask for it to see it.
Some of the items on the menu: Butterbeer, Polyjuice Potion, Pumpkintini. For kids: Muggles of Hot Chocolate, Professor Sprout’s Veggie Garden & more.
Our new summer blue t-shirt featuring McGillin's iconic logo over your ❤️. In M through XXL. $20.
Available here or online at:
mcgillins-olde-ale-house.myshopify.com
Thanks, Bean2Bean Coffee Co, for the focus on our history!Our last chef/owner spotlight goes to Chris Mullins of McGillin's Olde Ale House! McGillin's is the oldest running bar in Philadelphia with 160 years under its belt, and has been owned by the Mullins family since 1958. Not only is McGillin's owned and operated by the Mullins family, the staff has worked there for decades and are considered family too. Staying true to the bar's historic side, Chris aims to keep as much of the bar the same as possible to preserve the memories people have made over the years. When you find yourself in Center City, go check out this piece of history.
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Photo by: @modalhouseplant
Awesome job Chris!!
Looking good Chris ! Miss you
Always on your side Chris.
The Best
Love this
Great pic too
Classy Operation
The latest addition to our First Responders Wall came from Sam, who is from Lens, France. He was here with a French tour group that stopped at McGillin's for lunch. 🇫🇷
Bravo
I have a couple of patches from the Austin Sheriffs Dept! Want them?
Livin’ that “McGILLIGAN’S Island”Life with $6 @CaptainMorganUS Piña Coladas today @McGillins 🍹🏝 https://www.instagram.com/reel/ChC1HG8Atsx/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=
The wall along our stairway in 1971 & today. 51 Years of History @McGillins
2Our last chef/owner spotlight goes to Chris Mullins of McGillin's Olde Ale House! McGillin's is the oldest running bar in Philadelphia with 160 years under its belt, and has been owned by the Mullins family since 1958. Not only is McGillin's owned and operated by the Mullins fami
