Our favorite bar in the Roxborough area! We usually go for Thursday night trivia with Dave, who absolutely rocks. The food is always amazing too. I recommend pretty much anything on the menu. Plus, the staff is super nice and friendly. We love Hilltown!! read more

Hilltown Tavern - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

My partner, dog, and I stopped by for late lunch after a walk at the Wiss. We chose this spot because its dog friendly. Atmosphere is friendly and we enjoyed the outdoor space however, food and service were on the disappointing side. We ordered two wraps, fries, onion rings, and a side salad. The wraps were extremely underwhelming. Tortilla was dry and the salad/chicken in the wrap was undersauced. The side salad that came with one of the wraps was old. I could tell because the cucumber slices were DRY. How can a vegetable that's 95% water be dry lmao this is a salad that was made yesterday. Anyway on the plus side, the chicken in the wraps were well seasoned and juicy. Best thing we ordered was the onion rings. They were very crispy and deep fried. Also came with a delicious horseradish cream sauce. Unfortunately, I wouldn't return here. Other than the mostly lackluster food, service was also slow. And a couple small things were missed like incorrect salad dressing and a side of sauce that wasn't given. I had higher expectations and sadly this place fell short read more

Hilltown Tavern - Chicken Caesar wrap - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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I waited awhile to post this review since I didn't want our very sweet waitress to get in any trouble. TL:DR, vegetarians beware! On the menu they have little icons next to all the "vegetarian options" but something in my gut told me not to trust it. I saw they had a vegetarian caesar salad that they could make into a warp and I was planning on getting that. I asked the waitress to double check that the dressing did not have anchovies, which I never do, and guess what? She came back and told me that the kitchen said it does have anchovies! So it is NOT vegetarian! I got the veggie burger option, which was underwhelming and greasy. I even felt hesitant to eat it after learning they mislabeled the other vegetarian options. We won't be going back to this spot unfortunately. Hopefully they update the menu soon. Someone with a fish allergy might also see that it's labeled veg and think its safe for them! read more

This is a local bar that delivers on quality bar food! The happy hour might bring you in..but the flavor food and good service will have you come back for more! The steak tacos were especially well done... Pretty chill vibe..but take note-this bar has an Irish Band that has practice there so it can get a lil loud..if you like bagpipes and drums...This is your spot! Enjoy! read more

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My son moved to the area, so we walked to this Tavern. I can tell this will be a place we come back to! We sat outside and the atmosphere was perfect! Our server was attentive and had great suggestions! We had the Tavern Lemonade, espresso martini, and Prosecco- drinks were all excellent! ** get the sweet potato fries with sweet aoli, it tastes like dessert! The cheesesteak is delicious, the short rib quesadilla so good, and the breakfast burger- messy but worth it! It's such a chill atmosphere - looking forward to going back and trying something else! read more

If you live within walking distance of Hilltown, then you would give it 5 stars, because this neighborhood can be a culinary slog otherwise. The food is hearty and well-made for bar fare, and they can even dish up a salad that won't scare you. Excellent happy hour specials, Monday through Friday are pretty sweet. They make solid cocktails and have a great rotating set of craft beers, although someone REALLY likes Hazy IPAs. The staff is efficient, accommodating, and friendly without getting in your business. read more

Very yummy place my friend and I stopped in when we are craving some comfort food! We had the French onion burger, shepherds pie, and the French onion soup. Very delicious and all great service was also excellent. Feels like you're stepping into Ireland , but Philly themed! read more

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My wife and I have come here for YEARS and have always enjoyed it. Tonight, was the last night. After some drinks at the bar, the bartender didn't give me my card back. I let her know politely and she accused me of being drunk and to "check my pockets and wallet" because "she never EVER makes a mistake like that". After 15 minutes of argument and other patrons yelling at me because the bartender completely disregarded the fact that she was a moron, THEY FOUND THE CARD!!! It's magic! Clearly some shady stuff happening here folks. Stay away. read more

First time here, a friend mentioned it so we tried it out and it was really good, from the service and the food, the crowd was a good mix of people which was good to see and it felt really chilled, I would definitely go back to relax or for a date with my wifey. read more

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This place is great! The menu is solid and the food lives up to expectations! The staff was all very kind and helpful (I forget our waitress' name but she had curly hair that I believe was in braids at night on Friday, shoutout to her for being great). They hook you up with a large carafe of ice cold water which is great during the heat. There were a variety of seating options, indoor, outdoor, bar, tented area outside, really whatever you're feeling they have. The prices were definitely fair as well. Seems like a great spot to bring people but also a solid option if you want to do something on your own. Will definitely be returning! read more

Hilltown Tavern - Shrimp tacos - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Bar manager Amanda was downright disrespectful towards my friend. Because he was a little loud. Instead of telling him to keep his volume down. She straight came over and told him to shut the f*** up and stop talking about stupid stuff. Will never go back. read more

I just got take out but when I walked in it definitely felt like a fun bar where everyone talks to each other. I made the blackened chicken salad a wrap and it was really good! It was smaller than I expected but it was a great size for me. It was also WAY healthier than expected which was also great. read more

Hilltown Tavern - Blackened Chicken Salad (as wrap) - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Amanda is the best bartender in Philly, probably the planet. The super cool and hot and makes the best drinks I've ever had. Cocktails? Just ask Amanda. 10000 outta 10 stars. read more

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Food was great pub grub with ge Erin's portions and good flavor. The service team was killing it tonight! This was our first Quizzo night, and we had a blast! read more

Ok, where do I begin. I have eaten here many times...in the restaurant/bar area and outside and have gotten A LOT of take out. I think this is one of my favorite places to eat outside in the spring/summer/fall. Why? Because it's not on a busy street and the food is just good. And there is parking! There is no traffic you just sit outside and enjoy the amazing food. They have a covered tent if it's not the best weather and a huge patio. And the crowd is mostly local and low key. The menu isn't super extensive but they do good food. Service is always on par - whether you are a in big crowd or with small kids or just by yourself. So what have I had: - Hilltown Flatbread - when you get it - it doesn't seem like a lot but it is so yummy. The short rib and cheese on there in addition to the aioli -so good. -Fish Tacos - Yes - they are very meaty and so delicious. and normally I'm sorta iffy about the pickled cabbage but its a must here. -Chicken Fingers - absolute YES. They are fresh and juicy and not out of a freezer bag. When you have these - you never want any other chicken fingers from any other restaurant. and the kids menu has the same chicken fingers - just less of them (if you have kids). -Wings- not fatty, crispy and just how you want wings - meaty. -Hilltown Burger - I almost ALWAYS have someone order this when I go there if I don't order it myself. I just love it - juicy and delicious. -Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich - Again - you cannot wrong with this one. The chicken is just so so meaty and juicy. This is how you want a chicken sandwich to be. We also ALWAYS get this. -South Philly Fried Chicken Sandwich - Similar chicken to the above - just different toppings - while I prefer the above - with just the pickles/mayo/slaw - this is a runner up to that. -Black & Tan Fish & Chips- So much fish, so good, meaty and not greasy. This is great if you're craving fried fish. Also great during Lent. -Shepard's Pie - the only dish I'm not a super fan on. It's just ok. -Desserts - I've ordered the red velvet and oreo cake - once- probably won't do it again. They don't excel on their desserts like they do their food. I'm attaching pictures of our most recent take out from Hilltown Tavern - takeout really doesn't do it justice but I'd like you see the pictures. read more

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My mum and I stopped in to meet my cousin before we headed back to Boston and we loved it because it felt like home. Shout out to Si, she was so sweet and attentive especially with our 3rd party being 30 minutes late. Mum said she really liked her chicken and waffles and I like the house sauce but I do wish it had been a bit more wet. The parking isn't the best but you can always park on the street. read more

Hilltown Tavern - Blueberry Lemon Mule - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

As always, had a blast tonight. Amanda's espresso martinis were on point. We love this place every night of the week. And that's that.

Good food, good drinks and respectful bartenders. I recommend the fried pickles, the chicken sandwiches and flatbreads

Cool, little, local bar with tasty food. We popped over for dinner and enjoyed. Now I'll admit that at first I thought the poutine seemed a little pricey, but when it came (the short rib, cheese, and gravy) it was practically a meal for two people. A LOT of meat cooked super tender. I had the fish and chips and my wife had the southern chicken sandwich. Two more large meals. Fish was crispy and light, the chicken sandwich was a whole, huge chicken breast. I felt the breading on the chicken was a little bland, but my wife really enjoyed it. I think it had a backend taste like a chick-fil-a sandwich. read more

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This was actually the first place we've eaten out at as a family of 4 and probably since before quarantine! It was worth it! They were so sweet and accommodating with the kids. The food was great and server was super friendly. We'll definitely be back read more

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Nice neighborhood pub. Food was quite good and the Guinness was expertly poured. Service was friendly and I highly recommend.

We are very happy to have moved in just down the street from this place. Consistently good food, great rotating list of drafts, spacious outdoor seating. A few small requests to the owners: #1 and most importantly, please find a way to use glassware. In 2022, it's gross to be serving in disposable plastic. Bar glassware is cheap, a Hobart dishwasher costs a few thousand $, and you're done. Or just get a big enough washing sink. #2: The jukebox. Yes, it's cool technology to have every song ever recorded digitally on-tap, but this misses the point of a bar jukebox. Your place is supposed to have a personality. A point of view. Find a way to curate the selection, and your guests will have a more genuine experience. #3: I hesitate to mention it, for fear of retaliation from ... everyone. But would you consider a tv-free zone? Many of us stare at screens all day long already. Even crazier, some of us don't actually love sportsball. Being surrounded by other people throwing objects in 4K Hypercolor HDR ThunderSound is not everyone's favorite way to chill with friends. Otherwise, thanks for doing what you're doing and being good neighbors. read more

I discovered this place about 4-5 years ago, and was AMAZED by their juicy pub burgers and hand-cut fries. For years, the burgers were cooked EXACTLY to order... Medium rare was pink, just this side of bloody, and every bite was depressing because you knew eventually there would be none left. The last THREE chances I gave them (today being the last) my burger was served well-done. The last TWO times I explicitly (nearly BEGGED) the waitress to tell the chef MEDIUM RARE and to PLEASE not over-cook it. The times I went, it was not busy. There were only a couple of other diners, so it wasn't a kitchen being overwhelmed. It was a chef who doesn't give a shit. The fries still rock. It's a shame, though, that what was once my favorite burger in the state is now something I would not order on a bet. read more

Hilltown Tavern - Disco Fries - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Let me set the scene : I woke up from my nap starving. and craving fried pickles. I immediately searched up where I can get fried pickles in the area. hilltown tavern has them on the menu so I woke up my bf and said we needed to go. I actually cried before we left the house about needing the fried pickles. the pickles were amazing. I cried while eating them too. my bf got cheesesteak and said it was great. overall great . can't speak for any other food. read more

Fantastic fish and chips! I love fish and chips but it's it's hard to find anyone that actually does it right, very thankful I found this place read more

Good service, friendly atmosphere. Nice area. Everyone was ver friendly. Nice options as far as IPA's, beer and drinks. Me u was great for it being a local bar read more

They're consistently great with service, food, children, dogs, college crowds, family crowds.

Excellent food and service. Waiter was phenomenal. Large portions and good prices. Highly recommended.

I have been going to hilltown for years. Food is always great. The atmosphere is great and the people are really nice. The outdoor seating is great for a fun happy hour get together with friends or a family dinner also bring alone the dogs they are welcome to join you at the outside seating area. read more

Food was tasty, bottle of beer was not chilled, service was attentive. My $16 chicken s. philly sandwich cost $21.35 with upcharges for sweet potato fries, provolone (menu description includes), and 3% credit card fee. I hate add on charges. read more

Enjoyed the meal. I got the Mac and cheese with short ribs meat. Friends got the chicken sandwich and fries, which were yummy. read more

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Hilltown Tavern is a go to spot for myself and my family. The beer and food selection is fantastic! The cheese steak egg rolls and the shrimp quesadilla are out of this world. The inside is a little small and can get really loud during happy hour but they have a fantastic outdoor patio that is dog friendly, they leave out water bowls for your furry friend. The take out beer selection is usually always on point as well- plenty of local craft companies and other seasonal craft selections to take on the go resonantly priced. The staff is overall friendly and efficient I have visited this place a lot because it's local and it's very consistent. We will definitely keep going back. read more

Hilltown Tavern - Great craft beer selection! - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

To be honest I would give this place a 3.5 but yelp Doesn't let you do that. It's pretty decent bar food. Got the cheese steak flat bread which was good. The fried chicken sandwich with garlic parm fries. The sandwich was delicious, however I'm pretty sure the fries were not garlic parm, I double checked with the waitress and she said they were but they didn't look like the ones in the pictures they advertise. The looked and tasted like regular fries and were too greasy for my taste. Also ordered the garlic parm wings which were good. Nice selection of beer. Outside seating is really cute, I'm excited to come back summer time- reminds me of a beer garden. My only Complaint was the service, our waitress was not very attentive and we had to wave her down a few times which was annoying. Other than that, I would recommend. read more

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Love this place... Came for lunch once at 11:06 and it was closed. Supposed to open at 11... Shame! Other than that, my experiences here have always been positive and the food delicious. I love sitting outside in a nice day just eating well and having some drinks with my family or friends. read more

This is a nice little neighborhood bar and restaurant that has really good food and drinks. My fiance and I brought our dog with us and sat outside in their outdoor dining section. They even brought treats and water for the dog! Any way, I ordered the fish and chips which were delicious and huge! I had to take a to go container. The fish was crispy and airy. Watching it down with a Deschutes fresh squeezed IPA made it that much better. My fiance got the Buffalo shrimp. That was really good too. And they had good blue cheese which is not something you can always take for granted. Can't wait to go back more this summer! read more

Hilltown Tavern - Fish and chips - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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We went there for Sunday brunch, and the food and service were both excellent. We got the fried chicken and waffles, avacado toast, and huevos rancheros. The chicken and waffles in particular were a standout. The restaurant has a lot of outdoor tables, and the neighboring area is pleasant and quiet. We will definitely be going back. read more

This place is a true somewhat hidden gem of manayunk. It's off main street so it's nice and quite with plenty of space, very COVID friendly. We came on a Friday night with 4 people and had to wait like 20 Minutes for a table which isn't bad at all. We got drinks and sat on their comfy couches outside to wait. The food is amazing. The cheesesteak egg rolls were one of the best I've ever had. I also got the southern fried chicken sandwich with parm fries, amazing! I don't even like fried chicken sandwiches and I ordered this twice in one weekend. We came back the next day with some friends for lunch and the food was equally as amazing. I will definitely be back to this spot! read more

It's pretty decent here. Good food, good scenery here. Not great with parking. Yes, they do have on-site parking lot, but, it's not close being enough. A bit pricey, I think. I am not sure it's worth spending extra dime here, but I would try here once in a blue moon. read more

Hilltown is truly a hidden gem. It is tucked away in the middle of the neighborhood, with a fairly large outdoor seating area. The atmosphere is very easy going and you definitely get local vibes from this spot (which I love). The bartenders are super chill and make your visits enjoyable and entertaining. They have a rotating craft beer selection and I've never had any issues finding a beer I didn't like. I've had pretty much every food item on their menu and have yet to be disappointed. I am mostly an appetizer girl, and they hands down have the best Cheesesteak Eggrolls in Manayunk. If you want wings, definitely go with the hilltown sauce. Overall, it's an awesome spot to grab drinks and food whether you're with friends or not. Side note - we ordered takeout from here during COVID and were extremely impressed with their preparedness and cleanliness. All employees were wearing masks and brought the food outside to your car. Big props!! read more

I went here to get a gift card for a friend and would not recommend. The 3% credit card fee is greedy and I felt like I should have charged them a 6% fee for cold fries. Burger was OK and wouldn't go back. Nah ! read more