McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

McGillin’s is just a short walk from Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center. Stop by before/after the show for a meal/drink. Food & drink specials from January 31 to February 8, 2026

PINK CADILLAC – Grey Goose Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Sprite, Lime wedge $9

GREEN LIGHT – Patron Silver Tequila, Lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, lime wedge $10

CRUISE CONTROL – Bacardi Silver Rum, Pineapple, Orange, Splash of Grenadine $9

More couples have met at McGillin’s Olde Ale House than anyplace else in Philadelphia. Meet some of the couples who met at Philly’s oldest bar. We’ll be serving Valentine’s Day-themed  food & cocktails specials.

It’s a long weekend and that means one more night to party at McGillin’s.

Stop by for Classic Margaritas. Strawberry, Mango & Peach Margaritas too! February 22.

Mix, mingle & meet other couples who met, had their 1st date, got engaged or have another romantic connection to McGillin’s.  And a special book talk about “Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern” with emphasis on the chapter about the mating magic here. Showing lots of photos. Attendees get 2 drink tickets, appetizer buffet, romance-oriented book talk, discounted house beers, discount coupon for lunch at McGillin’s and merch in the new McGillin’s Shoppe. Signed, personalized books will be available for purchase. Perfect Valentine’s Day activity! Click here for tickets (One ticket needed per couple.) February 3, 2026.

The good times are rolling at McGillin’s with Hurricanes  and a rotating list of New Orleans-style food specials  including Jambalaya, Shrimp and Grits, Mussels Creole and more! Mardi Gras on February 17, 2026

Watch the Olympic games on our high def & projector screen TVs. And enjoy these food & drink specials (2/6-2/22)

WORLD RECORD – Don Julio Blanco, Raspberry Liqueur, Grapefruit Juice, Sugar Rim, Maraschino Cherry, American Flag $10

PINT OF MICHELOB ULTRA – Official beer of Team USA $4.50

OLYMPIC RINGS: Basket of sliced onions, hand-dipped in beer batter & GOLDen fried. Served with side of Ranch, Marinara and spicy Mayo $8.99

RED, WHITE & BLEU BURGER – Angus Beer Burger grilled to perfection & topped with Roasted Red Peppers, Bleu Cheese & Sweet Caramelized Onions, served on a brioche bun with fries & a pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA $17.76

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Stop at McGillin’s for a meal before/after the show. McGillin’s is just a short walk from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Rotating list of  flower-themed food and drink specials. February 28 to March 8, 2026.

Going to Philadelphia’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade?  Stop by for authentic Irish stout, St. Patrick’s Day cocktails, green beer & a rotating list of Irish food specials. 

The BEST St Patrick’s Day party in Philadelphia! Green beer and green cheer. March 17! Opening early — at 10 a.m. Cover with in/out privileges if capacity available.

Watch the games on the high-def & projector screen TVs at McGillin’s! Food & drink specials!

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

No tickets? No worries. Watch the game on our high def and projector screen TVs. Watch for food & drink specials!

Join us this month for authentic Irish stout, St. Patrick’s Day cocktails, green beer, authentic Irish stout, and a rotating list of Irish food specials including bangers and mash (Irish sausage & mashed potatoes), Shepherd’s Pie, Irish lamb stew, corned beef and cabbage, Emerald Isle (Corned Beef cheesesteak) & more. Watch for cocktail menu for 2026!

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Come drown your sorrows with Pints of McGillin’s 1850 IPA, McGillin’s Real Ale & McGillin’s Genuine Lager. If you’re lucky enough to get a refund, spend a wee bit celebrating — at McGillin’s.

Stop at McGillin’s to watch the draft on our high def & projector screen TVs. 

Instead of doing something stuffy and uncomfortable, bring your administrative professional for lunch at McGillin’s. And, whatever you do, don’t forget! 

Watch for our new Spring Cocktails. Coming soon!

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

Join us for mugs of our McGillin’s Genuine Lager by Troegs Brewing. On April 7.

Watch the games on the high-def & projector screen TVs at McGillin’s! Food & drink specials!

Join us for a book talk about Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (1300 Locust Street or virtual) on National Beer Day. Christopher Mullins, Jr., co-owner, & Irene Levy Baker, author, will share colorful tales about the bar’s 165-year history. The book includes photos from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, a foreword by former Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, and food & drink recipes. Each attendee will receive a discount coupon for lunch at McGillin’s and at McGillin’s new Shoppe. On-site tickets include admission to the talk and the exhibit Changing Faces of Independence. Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern will be available for purchase onsite or with ticket. Complimentary tickets for students by emailing programs@hsp.org. In-person and virtual. On Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. For ticket: Click here.

Hear tales of yesteryear, ghost stories, love stories, and modern day secrets revealed over beers and cheers. Chris Mullins, co-owner of the family-owned bar, and Irene Levy Baker, author of newly-published “Cheers to McGillin’s,” will tell stories about the historic bar and how it survived the Civil War, two world wars, two pandemics, a fire, and even Prohibition. At McGillin’s from 1-3 p.m.

Ticketed event. Each participant will get a signed copy of the book, hot & cold appetizers, discount on meal before/after event, a chance to win prizes and more. Cash bar available. To register: click here. 

Hear tales of yesteryear, ghost stories, love stories, and modern day secrets revealed over beers and cheers. Chris Mullins, co-owner of the family-owned bar, and Irene Levy Baker, author of newly-published “Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Bar,” will tell stories about the bar and how it survived the Civil War, two world wars, two pandemics, a fire, and even Prohibition. And reveal a newly-discovered link to the Union League and historic photos from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania and century old scrapbooks. The book includes a forward by Edward G. Rendell. Free but sign up needed. Sign up link coming soon. If interested, email mcgillins@aol.com with the subject line: Pen and Pencil event. Tuesday, April 28 at the Pen & Pencil, 1522 Latimer Street (between 15th & 16th, Spruce & Locust) at 7 p.m.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Celebrate this Mexican holiday at an Irish fiesta!  Lots of food & drink specials on the days leading up to Cinco de Mayo and on May 5, 2026.

Don your best headgear and join us for Kentucky Hot Browns (open-faced turkey, bacon & tomato sandwich baked until the bread is crisp), Mint Juleps & “horsing” around. May 2, 2026.

Giving away a carnation and complimentary “mom-osa” to every Mom on Mother’s Day. May 10, 2026.

Watch for food & drink specials available Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Closed Memorial Day (Monday).

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

At McGillin’s, EVERY week is beer week!

James Joyce’s Ulysses is set on June 16, 1904. We’ll celebrate more than a 120 years later at McGillin’s!

Drink where your father drank and maybe your grandfather too! And maybe they still down a few brews here with their buddies. Added bonus: McGillin’s is run by a father/son team. Third Sunday in June.

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

In Philly for the FIFA Club World Cup games? Pre- and post-game at Philly’s oldest bar. Wanna watch on TV? We’ll be showing games, when available, on our high def & projector screen TVs. Food & drink specials: Michelob Ultra $4.50 pints/$11 pitchers; Soccertini (Smirnoff Vodka, Orange Liqueur, Lime juice, Cranberry juice, lime wedge) $12; Knockout Punch (Don Julio Blanco, Blue Curacao, Homemade Margarita Mix, Salt, Orange Wedge) $12; App Attacker (Fried Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese and Fresh Lemon zest) $8.99; Midfielder Mussels (Steamed P.E.I. Mussels in our homemade spicy marinara sauce over pasta with Garlic bread) $13.49.

For every Philly Pride cocktail purchased at McGillin’s in June, $1 will be donated to William Way LGBT Community Center.  

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Join us for patriotic food & drink 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 a you can too). 

Stop by on July 14 to celebrate Bastille Day with half-priced French Onion Soup and $6 glasses of red wine.

Enjoy our margaritas — McGillin’s Original Margarita, Peach, Strawberry margaritas & more — on National Tequila Day! Friday, July 24, 2026.

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Get this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long! Plus

Touchdown Tea: Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, fresh brewed iced tea, and lemonade. 

Iggletini: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Green Creme de Menthe, Cream, green sugar rim. 

Philly Special: Mug of our House Lager and shot of Jameson.

Enjoy our month-long Oktoberfest celebration. We’ll roll out Oktoberfest beers as we get them. Our featured Oktoberfest beer is Ship Bottom Oktoberfest Lager. We’re also serving Oktoberfest beers from Troegs, Cape May Brewing, Lancaster Brewing and Sly Fox, as well as Pumpkin Beer. We’ll serve a rotating list of German food specials including Sauerbraten, Bratwurst and Jagerschnitzel.

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Join us for our annual Stein Hoisting Contest with SLY FOX BEER. Oktoberfest brews, German food specials, stein hoisting, prizes & more! 2026 date TBD.

Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love t-shirt & sweatshirt. And don’t miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.

Get this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long! Plus

Touchdown Tea: Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, fresh brewed iced tea, and lemonade. 

Iggletini: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Green Creme de Menthe, Cream, green sugar rim. 

Philly Special: Mug of our House Lager and shot of Jameson.

Get your Halloween boo-ze at Philly’s oldest bar, where we have real ghosts, skeletons in our closet, drink specials and over the top Halloween decor — all month! Scaraoke (costumed karaoke) with prizes – date TBD. Halloween Party on October 31. Watch for our 2026 Halloween drink specials.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

Get your Christmas spirit (& spirits) at McGillin’s, Philadelphia’s original pop up bar with over-the-top decor since 1860 and holiday drink prices that don’t pop UP during the holidays. Make it a tradition to stop by before/after shopping & Christmas shows for meal/drinks. McGillin’s Olde Ale House is like a Winter Wonderland with hundreds of ornaments, bows and strings of lights. Starting early November.

We love being part of your holiday tradition!

We realize that wait times are sometimes long — thank you for your patience. We’ll seat everyone as quickly as we can.

The no reservation policy helps us accommodate as many families as possible, it keeps seating fair and consistent and it keeps our prices at approachable levels.

We look forward to seeing all of your families another holiday season!

We’ll celebrate the way Ma McGillin always did – by giving out carnations. In 1936, on her 89th & last birthday, she gave out nearly 4,000 carnations. November 12.

Enjoy a $7 glass of beaujolais nouveau on the third Thursday in November. Half-priced French Onion Soup too! Third Thursday in November.

McGillin’s is only closed a few days a year  – and Thanksgiving is one of them. We will be closed on Thanksgiving.

Get this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long! Plus

Touchdown Tea: Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, fresh brewed iced tea, and lemonade. 

Iggletini: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Green Creme de Menthe, Cream, green sugar rim. 

Philly Special: Mug of our House Lager and shot of Jameson.

Watch for our 2026 holiday cocktail menu coming soon.

We’ll celebrate our NEW book, “Cheers To McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern” with a party & then share colorful tales about the bar’s history, romances, ghosts, celebrities and survival through wars, a fire, and even Prohibition. Signed books available for purchase. Each attendee gets: discounted McGillin’s house beers, discount coupon for lunch at McGillin’s and for merch at the McGillin’s Shoppe. Limited space/seating not guaranteed. Free – pay as you go. Co-presented by the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Book Talk 7 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12 (Ma’s birthday!)  RSVP needed.

We’ll celebrate our NEW book, “Cheers To McGillin’s: Philly’s Oldest Tavern” with a party & then share colorful tales about the bar’s history, romances, ghosts, celebrities and survival through wars, a fire, and even Prohibition. Signed books available for purchase. Each attendee gets: discounted McGillin’s house beers, discount coupon for lunch at McGillin’s and for merch at the McGillin’s Shoppe. Limited space/seating not guaranteed. Free – pay as you go. Door opens 5:30. Book talk 7-8 p.m.  Thursday, November 13. RSVP needed.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

We love being part of your holiday tradition!

We realize that wait times are sometimes long & thank you for your patience. We’ll seat everyone as quickly as we can.

The no reservation policy helps us accommodate as many families as possible, it keeps seating fair and consistent and it keeps our prices at approachable levels.

We look forward to seeing all of your families another holiday season!

Get your Christmas spirit (& spirits) at McGillin’s, Philadelphia’s original Christmas pop-up bar with over-the-top decor since 1860 and prices on holiday drinks prices that don’t pop UP. Festive atmosphere, roaring fire, holiday cocktails, Christmas beers. McGillin’s Olde Ale House is like a Winter Wonderland with 1,000 feet of garland, 3,000 lights, and hundreds of ornaments and bows. It takes 15 people 5 hours to decorate! Holiday hours: On 12/24, the bar will be open until 5 pm. (Kitchen closes at 3 pm). On 12/25, we will be closed. We re-open on 12/26 at 11 am.

Join us for a holiday party benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region. Bring a new, unwrapped toy to be entered to win swag or make a venmo donation to @RMHCPhillyRegion. We’ll partnering with Troegs Independent Brewing & Sly Fox Brewing Company, who will be providing special holiday beers. Plus: Food specials. Photos with Santa. Christmas karaoke (starting at 9 pm). Watch for 2026 date.

Watch for special guests throughout the month — Mummers caroling throughout Midtown Village with stops at McGillin’s, Plus Santa and Irish dancers. 

Look who stopped by to warm himself by the fire at McGillin’s! Check out the Philadelphia Phillies 2019 Yule Log video and stream it on YouTube during this holiday season!

Watch for our 2026 holiday cocktail menu coming soon.

We have karaoke every Wednesday & Sunday night starting at 9 pm. In December we have Ugly Christmas Sweater Karaoke and Open Mic Carol Night. Wear your ugliest Christmas sweater and sing your heart out! Watch for 2026 dates.

Get this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long! Plus

Touchdown Tea: Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, fresh brewed iced tea, and lemonade. 

Iggletini: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Green Creme de Menthe, Cream, green sugar rim. 

Philly Special: Mug of our House Lager and shot of Jameson.

Ring in the New Year at McGillin’s Olde Ale House, Philadelphia’s oldest bar. DJ John starting at 9 p.m. plus over-the-top decor and party favors. Cover with in/out privileges (if we have capacity). NO reservations needed. NO jacked up prices! 

During the Mummer’s Parade, whet your whistle & warm up by the fire at McGillin’s. Sip an Irish Coffee, Hot (Spiked) Cocoa, Hot (Spiked) Cider or regional beer and watch the bowl games. We’ll start the new year by opening one hour early – at 10 a.m. Cover with in/out privileges (if we have capacity).

Stay in the festive holiday spirit by stopping at McGillin’s before or after holiday shows, holiday shopping and visits to Christmas Village, just a few blocks away at Love Park.

We have Open Mic Night every Thursday starting at 9 p.m. In December, Open Mic will be features ONLY. Watch for Christmas Carol Karaoke. Watch for 2026 date.

Watch for our 2026 Christmas food specials. Coming soon.

McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city. Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut – just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.

All items also available online. We ship anywhere. 

During the Mummer’s Parade on January 1, whet & warm your whistle by the fire at McGillin’s. Warm up the new  year sipping an Irish Coffee, Hot (Spiked) Cocoa, Hot (Spiked) Cider or regional beer and watching the bowl games. We’ll start the new year by opening one hour early – at 10 a.m. Cover with in/out privileges (if we have capacity). We will be closed on January 5 so our staff can relax, rest & rev up the coming year.

Watch the Playoffs on our high def & projector screen TVs. Drink specials. 

3 day weekends give us an extra night to party at McGillin’s!

McGillin’s is just a short walk from Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center. Stop by before/after the show for a meal/drink. Food & drink specials from January 31 to February 8, 2026

PINK CADILLAC – Grey Goose Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Sprite, Lime wedge $9

GREEN LIGHT – Patron Silver Tequila, Lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, lime wedge $10

CRUISE CONTROL – Bacardi Silver Rum, Pineapple, Orange, Splash of Grenadine $9

Get this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long! Plus

Touchdown Tea: Crown Royal, Peach Schnapps, fresh brewed iced tea, and lemonade. 

Iggletini: Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Green Creme de Menthe, Cream, green sugar rim. 

Philly Special: Mug of our House Lager and shot of Jameson.