Looking for a brewery within walking distance to a late dinner reservation with a sour ale on the menu, Yelp led me to Human Robot. It's a fun brewery with indoor and outdoor seating in a more industrial part of town. They always have at least one rotating sour on the menu called The Splash. It was mango and pineapple when I went in June 2026. My pint cost $8. Service was excellent and the space is inviting. read more

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Came in specifically for Poe's Sandwich joint. A small window at the back of the bar that delivers some awesome sandwiches. The bar itself was welcoming and had a very hipster vibe. Large arched front windows lets the light spill in just enough. The bartenders were friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable. read more

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Great brewery! Free parking, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. The food was basic bar food, but done very well. The beers were all very good. Can't wait to visit again. The outdoor seating area was nice, a little close to traffic, but fun. read more

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Pretty cool spot for a quick beer or glass of cider. They only had one gluten free option on the menu which was the cider and it was pretty unique compared to other ciders I've tried. Unlike the sugar bombs I'm used to, this cider was nice and dry and refreshing. I liked it. They also have food here if you get hungry, although I didn't try any myself. You can take cans to go which my boyfriend did because he's obsessed with their beer. If you know someone who is a beer lover, I'd recommend stopping by especially if you're visiting from out of town. read more

Human Robot - Cider and menu, May 2025 - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Human Robot, Philadelphia, PA. I went to the belly of the beast. I'm pretty sure this is Human Robot's original location. This location has a drab industrial vibe. I included pictures of my The Cheesesteak Life beach collection clothing to lighten the mood. I like most of Human Robot's beers. This was a lime raspberry sour. It had flavor but not much sour. That's about it. No parking. No outside food. read more

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Best craft brewery in Philadelphia bar none. Masters of traditional styles like lagers and pilsners and more, and their IPAs and other styles are more than adequate Cannot get enough of this place, and most locations have great food available too. Poes sandwiches is a must get while you are here read more

Human Robot - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Human Robot is a craft brewery that opened in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in January 2020. It was founded by business partners Ken Correll, Chris Roller and Jake Atkinson. When they decided to open their new brewery, the trio found a location in Philly's Kensington neighborhood that had served as St. Benjamin's Brewing for a number of years. The partners hired Andrew Foss to be their head brewer; he had previously served as St. Benjamin's brewer for three years. The name "Human Robot" was chosen as a nod to the electronic duo Daft Punk. It reflects how half of the brewery's beers are lagers (human) while the other half are IPAs, sours and stouts (robots). Although they brew a variety of styles, Human Robot has become most well-known for their high-quality lagers. Human Robot has became the fastest growing brewery brand in Philadelphia. A second location (dubbed "The Haus") opened in Jenkintown in 2022, a third opened in Schuylkill Banks in 2023 (relocated to Brewerytown in 2025), a fourth (dubbed "Süd") opened in South Philly in 2023, and a fifth (dubbed "Doubles") opened in New Hope in 2025. I recently visited Human Robot's original location while my family and I were on a short trip to Philadelphia. I had heard a lot of great things about them in the past few years and was very excited to visit. I first had to get a pour of their signature "Milktube" (Czech Amber Lager). It is traditionally served with a "mlíko" (or "milk") pour, which gives it a thick, creamy foam appearance. Human Robot has popularized a version which is served in a tall, tube-shaped stange glass. I enjoyed it the recommended way... by chugging it. It helps to appreciate the hoppy aroma of the foam. It was almost like a delicious beer milkshake. I also enjoyed pours of "Czech 10°" (Czech Pale Lager) and "Tammy 13°" (Czech Dark Lager). Human Robot also has an on-site kitchen called Poe's Sandwich Joint. For lunch, I had the "Mushman" (chicken cutlet, house marinara, fresh basil, shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan), my wife had the "Seoulgirl" (Korean fried chicken topped w/ Kitty's homemade kimchi slaw, drizzled honey, spicy gochujang aioli and cilantro), and our sons shared the "Loaded Fries" (house smoked whiz, bacon, chopped scallions). The food, like the beer, was also fantastic! I also purchased a four-pack of "Collective: Citra & Peacharine" (New England IPA) to take home. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Human Robot and I hope to visit some of their additional locations in the future! read more

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Had a great time at Human Robot while in Philly! It has a great vibe, and the young man behind the bar was super friendly and had a great sense of humor. Only one stout, which I didn't care for, but they have some excellent hazy IPA's. read more

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Amazing brewery in Philly. They have a couple other locations. The prices are quite low and they gave us samples and a free beer for my wife birthday so gave them a 100% tip. It's an older dark building which is nice and they have sandwiches to order but we were eating cheesesteaks elsewhere instead. read more

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The bartender was super chill. Came in on a random Monday and he took great care of us. The beer was super unique, loved it! 10/10 would go again read more

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Excellent beers poured by cool people. They even have a Lukr tap for their Czech-style beers. A must-visit for craft beer lovers. read more

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Cool spot and the beer was on point. Wish I was hungry to eat there too, food looked great. I'll be back

My first milk tube and I kind of liked it! So light yet delicious. I had a Czech style beer and my husband got something fruity (can't recall its name) but he really enjoyed the fruity beer. I saw lots of regulars the last time I went. They don't have any food but I saw a bunch of people eating - maybe you can BYOF? read more

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Review is only for drinks! Staff is very friendly and nice. The beers were so good. It is a brewery so they only have beer. I don't love beers, but the drink I had was so good. It was very fruity, it almost tasted like a fruitshake! read more

Human Robot - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Was looking forward to checking out this brewery, had a couple of their beers at events and they were decent. Took an Uber from Downtown Philly to show up with my wife and son to find out they don't allow anyone under 21 after 2pm. It's a private business they can do what they want, but that's a bit over the top. I could see limiting kids at night, but 2pm....lame. We've traveled the world for beer and it's 1 of 2 places I've been that is this ridiculous. It was 4pm and we weren't allowed in, 4pm!!! So, we sat outside in 30 degree weather to have a 1/2 a beer and went to Other Half Brewing. Human Robot is just too kewl. Want to make sure anyone with a child under 21 doesn't waste their time heading there in the afternoon. read more

To start with the obvious, the beer was great. My friend and I each got original milktube pours as well as a tank pour (he got the Czech 10 and I got the Hallertau). All were great. We also got food from the food stand inside the taproom. I asked them to go off menu and had them make a chopped chicken sandwich with provolone and garlic sauteed peppers. Amazing. As for the taproom itself, it was small but workable. Though there was available seating outside and the weather was great, the music inside (alternative and punk) was perfect, so we ate and drank inside. To sum it up, it's a great place, with an unpretentious comfortable setting, great music, great beer, and great food. Good people, too. read more

Volleyball "Dad" group decided to make a quick run to Human Robot before recent NEQ girls volleyball tournament at the Philly convention center. Glad we did as what a fantastic place. Excellent selection and variety of beers and yes, you must try the "original" Milktube. Sounds/looks crazy, but a great experience (and tradition from the history lesson we were given by the staff. To top off a great experience, Poe'a Sandwich shop, located inside is an amazing menu of the most creative, most flavorful sandwiches you will get in the city. Can't wait to go back! Must stop if you are in the city. read more

Human Robot - The Original Milktube experience! - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

When in Philadelphia make a stop here and forget the cheesesteak. Drink the foam and grab a sandwich! You will not be disappointed! read more

Human Robot - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Great spot for unique beer experience. All of their beers are drinkable and the have a very cool draft system. Highly recommend.

This is such a cool vibe! They only serve beer so if you want cocktails or anything more elaborate than a simple cider or canned drink, look elsewhere. This place is really good for groups or individuals. It's loud but not too loud and the staff is very friendly! read more

Human Robot - Bar area - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I'll be honest. I'm not much of a lager person, but I got a good meal and a unique experience out of Human Robot, so I liked it. I usually go for sours and ciders. Here, I just decided to give the milk tube (just a taste of the famous milk pour the brewery is known for) a try. It didn't taste that different from the other lagers I've tried, but it did have a unique texture thanks to the foam. I've come here multiple times for the sandwiches, which riff on the typical Italian and chicken cutlet sandwiches. It's just enough that I feel like I'm getting a unique combo I wouldn't have tried on my own. Menu items I've tried: - Splatter (my favorite) - Gabbygool - Skinny Joey Fries I've also had a daily special with a name I can't remember. All the sandwiches are super filling and last me about two meals. Will definitely be back! read more

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How do you not love a place where they give you a free beer as soon as you walk in? They welcomed me with a milktube, which is a foamy Czeck lager meant to be chugged! I did my best to chug, but these guys were way more experience than me! This place had a great vibe and great beer. I hear the food is good too, but I was only here for one reason. When I am in town again, this will be a definite, stop! read more

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Always a fantastic time!! This a massive chill, open hang out space. I like the indoor and the outdoor seating. During the warm days there's loads to seated and standing room to enjoy your friends and beer. Their selection is very good and the staff helpful and quick. The vibe is as good as the beer. We also love the food available from Poe's. read more

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Walked into a near empty but clean bar. The food side was just closing down so didn't get try any. Drank one of their in house czech-style lagers. It sucked! My friend had some ipa and commented it tasted average. Think food is the reason for the high reviews read more

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Delicious IPAs! Thermal Soaker and Rouge de Mosaique were our faves. Jenn was a great bartender - could talk to her all day! Great vibes and will definitely return when we're back in town. read more

Human Robot is a traditional brewery but they have a few unique features that make them stand out. There is usually a steady flow of folks sitting at the bar with can and bottle options as well. I've patronized this place a few times and have always been met by a helpful staff. For an outdoor experience, they have outdoor seating, you can walk up on the sidewalk order at the outdoor window and grab an outdoor seat. What also draws me to this place is their connection to sunflower park across the street. They have sponsored events and supplied beverages for those events as well. You can order a beverage and head to the park to enjoy it. They also share a space with Poe's sandwiches although they are separate companies, they share the same space. Orders are made separately online but you can have both beverages and food and then enjoy the park. read more

Human Robot - Sunday fun day! - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Well I have a fascination with robots long with space ships and dragons. And as anyone can see I'm a humongous brewery fan so it was not even a moment of hesitancy to go try Human Robot. Steve and I got one beer here. It was the Hallertau Pils. A German style pilsner which was very enjoyable and perfect for the warm day we had to partake with this pilsner. With a grainy and yeasty flavor this pilsner proved to be an enjoyable one. And with a heavy fondness towards robots. it was simply a no brainer that I picked up a t shirt to go representing this brewery later on down the road. read more

Human Robot - A very refreshing pilsner from Human Robot! - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cool little hidden gem to grab beers. Very friendly staff. I like the glasses that the beers come in, so aesthetic! read more

Human Robot - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Can't say enough about this place. My second experience here was as good as the first. Great staff, having Poes in house is stupid good. Great little spot. read more

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Beer was great! We had 2 different IPAs that was tasty! We also tired their milktube which was sort of a shot with a heavy foam with beer but the foam was flavorful and not beer foam. Def would go here again! read more

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Human Robot for days!!!! This place has the best lagers in the city. Try out their restaurant Poe's sandwich joint which is located in Human Robot. Poe's makes amazing sandwiches and I love their fries. If you come to human robot you must do a milk tube! They are known for this frothy lovely foamy drink. read more

Human Robot - Milk Tubes - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First time here. We are sitting at the bar with a total of eight other customers in this entire place. I pulled out my laptop to grab a piece of paper from inside the laptop to show my wife. I then I then received a scolding from the bartender about "our only rule as we do not allow laptops on the bar, you can go over in the corner where there's outlets." My laptop did not touch the bar nor did I ever intend to even turn on my laptop. Avoid at all costs read more

I love this place now The beers are fantastic and Poes sandwich is great* *truly deserving of 4 stars. Always a lovely experience read more

Some of the best lagers in the country! Such a warm ambience, staff is super friendly, and of course the beer is excellent. I always recommend this spot to anyone visiting the philly area. They also have a great sandwich spot that is inside the brewery, Def come here, def drink here ! read more

Cool place with neat decor. If you don't have you Vax card, you can only sit outside, there is a small order window you can order from. They don't have flights but you can try some small samples. We ordered the Sommerbock which was a very good summer beer, very light and easy to drink. They do have some sandwiches you can order as well from a separate business. Everything is through a QR code for the menu. Some street parking nearby. read more

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Great find from Untappd! Small quaint location cool vibe, great staff and TASTY brews! Also got a cheesesteak which was great.

It's worth the pilgrimage! Great brewery. Easily among the best in the city. Great staff too! read more

Human Robot - Philadelphia's premier Pilseners perfectly prepared. - Breweries Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

First timer. Stopped here for a drink with friends. My husband got the Czech and I got the orange crush can. Both drinks tasted OK. There are finger foods available. Plenty of street parking available. Service was not great as I was ignored by a female worker as I was trying to close our tab. Probably won't be returning. read more

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A cool brewery and the sandwiches here are pretty exceptional. It is a great place to come with friends or a date and just soak up some of the atmosphere. I first discovered vraft beer around here when I was living in Philadelphia, so when I was up here visiting and came across this cool bar with a cool name, it was a great to find a quality place for quality beer. Philadelphia is also known for their great food and again, these sandwiches do not disappoint. The vibe of the place is definitely cool. Service is good and they have a great selection of beers to choose from. I must also say that I am digging the concept of the brewery and the name that this business has chosen to embrace. Human Robot is one of those breweries that does justice to the craft beer scene and is a great addition to the neighborhood and the city. read more

I've been slowly watching Human Robot Brewing morph into the space it is today over the past couple of months (via picking up sandwiches from the ever amazing Poe's Sandwich Joint) but I'm stoked to witness their grand opening next weekend (February 6-9th 2020). My boyfriend and I stopped by last night to try some of their beers and grab sandwiches. I'm not too familiar with that area, but Human Robot is located in the former St. Benjamin BrewCo building on North 5th right next to the Ribbon Factory apartments for reference-- a short ways off from Fishtown in Olde Kensington(?) but well worth the trip (especially since NDA Poe is running the kitchen operation). Seeing as I'm not too familiar with the area I'd suggest driving over or catching a quick Uber. Parking is tight-ish in the direct vicinity, but if you go around the block or down the street you should be good. I've always found a spot close by so that shouldn't be an issue (or maybe it will be once this place blows up in popularity, haha). We tried the Twiki Tweaks IPA hopped with Simcoe and Citra with notes of Tangerine and the My Machine Don't Download which is brewed on a pillowy base of Pilsner and hopped with Denali featuring notes of pineapple. Both were banging juicy, hazy, IPA's that I've come to really appreciate. The space in which HRB occupies features exposed brick on the wall to the right, and concrete high tops that add to their sleek industrial vibe. Clean white tile work frames the left wall where the taps are located bringing the eyes immediately to a large arched mirror that backs the bar. This focal piece is dually framed in a large black arch in a V pattern, making the room look larger and spacious. Through the windows to the back, you can see the vats and tanks of the brewery itself which is as interesting as it is functional. As I said earlier, Poe's Sandwich Joint operates the kitchen, and they're located to the back right, visible through a counter like window. Dine in and take out options are available. Overall I think these guys have really great potential in the Philly Beer scene and can't wait for the future of this dynamic duo. read more

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