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.
Philly’s oldest bar has survived Prohibition and the pandemic of 1918 and we plan to survive this pandemic too. We’ll supply the beer and in return we ask you for understanding, help and kindness as we get through this together. Let’s all drink to that!
In keeping with the city mandate, a vax card (or photo) or a negative Covid test within 24 hours and ID are needed for entry. If you’ve misplaced your card, want to schedule a vaccine or have questions about the vaccine, contact the city’s Covid call center at 215/685-5488 or covid@phila.gov or visit phila.gov.
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!
3 day weekends give us an extra night to party at McGillin’s!
Watch the Playoffs on our high def & projector screen TVs. Drink specials.
Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate – Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Hot Chocolate, Whipped Cream
Irish Coffee – Bean2Bean Coffee, 2 Gingers Irish Whiskey, Irish Cream, Whipped Cream, Creme de Menthe
Fireside – Captain Morgan, Hot Cider, Cinnamon-Sugar Rim, Cinnamon Stick
Mid-Winter Mule – Tito’s Vodka, Ginger beer, Orange & Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime & Cranberries
Winter Wonderland Mimosa – Mix your own! Split of Champagne, Blue Curacao Spiked Lemonade, Sugar-Rimmed Champagne Flute
Cold Brew Martini – Pinnacle Vanilla Vodka, Jacquin’s Light & Dark Cream de Cacao, Bean2Bean Coffee, Dash of Cream, Espresso Beans
Ma McGillin’s Manhattan – Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters, Maraschino Cherry
