Les and Doreen's is an institution that I warmed up to quickly after I moved to the neighborhood…read more It's where I first learned that I was a yuppie (a label later to be rescinded after a night of getting tanked with some local guys), it's where I first learned of the wonders of the bucket of ponies, and it has become the perfect end to any disaster/wonderful evening. At any given time (day or night) you will find the bar stocked with hipsters, old drunks, local gals out for a night of fun, or a dozen gay men. If you're lucky, it'll be all of the above. I have seen women dancing on the bar get hit in the head with the ceiling fan. I've seen a gay man humping a bar stool. I once got into a protracted argument with a delusional New Yorker about how the fact that he made sure to mention his Ferrari made him the biggest douche-bag I've ever met (the fact that he lives in a tiny apartment in NNJ put him into the running for biggest douche-bag worldwide). Karaoke night is something that you won't believe until you experience it. The bartenders are top notch. Mixed drinks are strong and cheap. Beer is cold and never empty. These women are pros. They may not be 18 year old blondes in bikinis, but damnit, they know how to keep you lubricated. The food is greasy, cheap, and perfect for the location. They actually make a decent steak sandwich, which is nice. L&D's is always a bad decision and a great time!

Betty is actually my queen. I'm obsessed with this place. Betty knew my order the second I packed…read morefor it and just wanted me to have a good time. It's very welcome and open here! If you're in Philly you HAVE to come here and enjoy the incredible drinks and food. Cash only.

I mean what can you say about a place that literally calls themselves "The Dive?" - Albeit true in…read morenature, and as unassuming as it is, The Dive truly is a local 'underground' spot where you can go and feel completely and truly yourself. The bartenders are friendly and kind - the beer is cheap - and nobody judge what you're wearing, who you are, if you're reading a book or the newspaper. Just show up as YOU. You're just there to grab a pint, after all. No need to impress. Enjoy!

PHILADELPHIA, PA: we love a dog friendly bar and The Dive Bar is one of the most unique we have…read morebeen to! Leashed and friendly dogs are welcome on all three floors with the bar being on the 1st level, a smoking area on the 2nd, and a pool table and games on the 3rd. Dive is the right name for this bar (and we love it) having been around for a while, dark lighting, wood paneling, and walls that have probably seen thousands of patrons walk through the doors and up the stairs. The bartenders are great, prices are good, and Happy Hour is Monday-Sunday from 5-7pm with $3 draughts. There are also a couple of TVs to watch the game in this sports city!

Such a cool vibe, this place could be a PBR memorabilia museum. Clean, friendly, chill vibe. Great…read moreDJ and Jazz trio.

James at the door can't be more easy flowing professional and, inviting. Justin our bartender at…read morethe bar lord that's home no matter how busy he is you feel like you're welcomed and special ! Also next door lord Jesus the patty melt and tots fried hard and she's a doll it's a the cure after drinking GREASE AND LOVE ...I give this place a 11 and I dined and drank in 7 continents..this is no dive bar this place is home understand the difference .

A perfect no frills bar to watch football!…read more $3 coors or yuenglings and two big TVs at the bar as well as comfy bar stools. And no need to worry about obnoxiously loud music, so a great place to have a conversation and a drink. We're definitely coming back to this neighborhood gem soon!

We just moved to the neighborhood from Atlanta and we are so happy we found this little gem!…read moreAmazing service, fantastic selection of beers and Jim is so nice, welcoming and so friendly! They just celebrated their 100th birthday and we can't wait to celebrate many more birthdays at this bar!

PHILADELPHIA, PA: we love ourselves a good dive bar and McCusker's Tavern perfectly fits the bill!…read more The building has been an Irish bar since 1907 and McCusker's took it over in 1968. You can feel the Philly pride in here - the walls are full of Philadelphia sports memorabilia, band posters, beer signs, and has the feel of a hometown bar. Jessie, the bartender, let us know that leashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside and that you can bring your own food (they formerly served food, but have since stopped). We had a great time watching college basketball on their big screen TV, checking out original game-used stadium seating from the now demolished Veterans Stadium, and played some old-school games in the back. They will have game nights weekly.

Great people. Wonderful, takeout beer, selection, and nicely priced drinks. I don't go there…read morenearly as often as I would like to, but the atmosphere is always the same really nice and relaxing where you could speak to some friends or you could watch a game

Love this place. Go get a citywide and play some pool. New favorite spot you'll meet some real cool…read morepeople upstairs.

The Monkey Club is a great place to unwind from a busy day. Their drinks are great and appetizers…read moreare so good. I highly recommend.

Love love loved this bar soooo much! Bartenders were down to earth and chill. Gave us some great…read morerecommendations on other places to check out in Philly during our stay. Ambiance was as dive bar as you can get folks. With some amazing artwork throughout on the walls which you can buy if you fancy something. Cheap drinks. Great service. Good times. What more can you ask for? Will def be back.

A true cash only dive bar that was really freaky with an age of 25 to enter. The name Dirty Franks…read moreis absolutely perfect for this abortion. It was more of a playful nostalgic environment rather than a place where I would eat, but for a quick strong cocktail or beer it was a fantastic hang out. There were several of us and the bar was slammed. Loved the Ms Pac-Man arcade game and the Godzilla pinball machine next to the dart board. The gender neutral bathroom was a disaster and loved it. The door had a posted sign as a warning, "One Urinal, One Toilet, One Lock". The walls and ceiling (yes ceiling) was plagued with colorful marker ink and stickers, basically graffiti. Was not sure if I was permitted to add to the decor, but I wanted too so badly. Surprisingly, the sink, urinal, and toilet was so clean that the white porcelain shined against the graffiti. The retro-inspired geometric pattern of white and black hexagons created an inviting tile floor. If you are visiting Philly, you gotta take a peek. Guaranteed this is a stop you wont soon forget.

My new favorite bar!…read more Many regard Ray's as the best dive bar in the city. My first time here occurred last Sunday at around 11am and the main bar was fairly packed. My buddy and I grabbed some Kenzingers' and a shot of Jamison to start the day and sat at the closet table to the door. They had the door open to let some light in as it was early and nice out, which was nice and the crowd was very friendly. I had on my Philadelphia Live jacket and one of patrons at the bar came over to me and asked how I got the jacket as he worked there. The bar opens at 7am most days and from what I gather it is to accommodate the graveyard shift that gets out at the casino and for the nearby hospital workers. They also have Karaoke nights, open Mic nights, and a band playing it looks like once a week. I definitely plan on coming back here next time I am around South Philadelphia and if my birthday falls out on a weekend day obviously, as you get a free shot on your special day! As always people SYOY!!!

My boyfriend and his friends LOVE this spot so I've been a few times. It is a good dive bar, the…read morebartenders are always friendly, they've usually got a movie playing, and even the other patrons of the bar are usually down to chat and be friendly. It has that local bar, everyone's friends, kind of feel. We have a routine of going to Di Bruno Bros, curating a cheese plate, and bringing it to Ray's. They are always chill with us eating our cheeses in there whether it's at a table or a bar, so long as we're having drinks. And apparently you get a free shot if it's your birthday?