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.
Join us on July 3 for patriotic specials. We’ll be closed on the 4th of July – 1 of only 6 nights a year that we close so staff can celebrate the holiday with family & friends).
Stop by on July 14 to celebrate Bastille Day with half-priced French onion soup.
Karaoke returns! Karaoke is back every Wednesday at 9 p.m., starting on Wednesday, July 14! We welcome DJ Durk from Philly Karaokee who has many years of experience and a BIG song selection. And, in what we think is a special sign, DJ JoeH even attended a Philly Karaokee event shortly before his passing. Join us! Wednesdays only for now.
Enjoy our margaritas — McGillin’s Original Margarita, Peach, Strawberry margaritas & more — on National Tequila Day! Saturday, July 24. Only $6 today & every day!
Cheers! Philadelphia’s oldest tavern is open for indoor dining and outdoor dining on Drury Street. We have 50 seats and high tops outside by our iconic sign, plus 2 flatscreen TVs and space heaters.
No reservations. First come/first served.
The historic bar has a full bar with dozens of beers including its three house beers, wine and select seasonal cocktails. The Terrace Menu features McGillin’s most popular appetizers and sandwiches like wings, nachos, the BIG burger, cheesesteak, grilled chicken breast, grilled Reuben and other crowd pleasers, (not the full 10-page menu.)
Daily specials not currently available but we do have $5 food and drink specials on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 5-7 pm.
Hours:
Take out food: Call 215/735-5562. (Only available during open hours)
Delivery: Is available through Uber Eats.
We are thrilled to see you back!
