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    Locust Bar

    3.9 (131 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    LOCUST BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Juke Box
    Good for groups

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    Spicy BBQ wings (20)
    Deforio B.

    It's actually a bar located in Philadelphia at 10th & Locust. Wide screen TVs mounted on the wall, Music box in the back, and friendly bartenders who know the locals. We all know bars are known for having some of the best food. Well they do not disappoint on the wings. I ordered the Spicy BBQ. You get 12 wings for $16 or 20 wings for $19. Which ones do you think I got? They are fried hard like I like them, crunchy, and the spicy BBQ is magnificent. They also come in mild, but I wanted all the smoke. There is also beer on tap, and all of the sandwiches are served with a side of steak fries. If you are in Center City and want some good wings. This is the place. Till we eat again....

    Mira J.

    Andrew is the bomb diggity; come see him! He's been here a year so far. Stop in and add your songs to the queue on the jukebox/touch tunes, and enjoy the night! But seriously, Andrew was great and had awesome recommendations and very attentive despite it being a little busy. Definitely was worth coming here after after seeing "Dreamgirls" at Walnut Street Theatre.

    Lars P.

    Karaoke Every Sunday Night 7pm Best Chicken Wings in the World! Late Night Kitchen Open. Best food and great staff

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    Sean C.

    My favorite kind of dive bar - no gimmicks, dim lighting, strong pours, and full of regulars.

    $9 potato skins
    Mark M.

    Don't go for the food. Overpriced for what you get. Service is fine. Ambiance is what you'd expect for a corner bar in Philly. Maybe the drinks are good.

    updated food menu (side 1, july 2024)
    Kay E.

    locust bar is a cute lil dive bar with touch tunes that used to have cheap prices. it's usually quiet when i visit, except for quizzo nights when it gets packed! the staff is friendly and they have a wide variety of food and drinks! they have vizzy's and mike's hards which i personally love. unfortunately after visiting the other night they have raised their prices (at least on the food) :( i am very sad to say i will have to find a new bar with decent, cheap food. it was good while it lasted, locust bar! you were my favorite spot to visit after hanging out in washington square! i am legitimately sad about this lol

    Great Center City bar with great food and drinks. Friendly service and Kareoke on Sunday nights and quizzo on Tuesday nights.

    philadelphia cheesesteak adventure

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    Dive bar at it's finest. Great menu. Full bar. Locals! TV's. Jukebox. Seriously cheap and so much fun! Go!!

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    Friendly workers, good vibe and delicious food. Cute little local bar, nothing fancy and awesome pricing. Definitely will be back

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    Best wings in Philly don't @ me. Massive wings and cheap price, can't beat it and you can order for pick up.

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    One of the last smoking bars left (you've been warned!) which personally I love with a spotify jukebox in the back.

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    Had a craving for a good roast beef sandwich and remembered the 'godfather of meat' just raved…read moreabout this place. First off the place was packed. We secured the last booth available, ordered our drinks and anxiously awaited the infamous beef sandwiches. To say I was disappointed is a bit harsh, but worthy of such high accolades they are not. It is a decent fresh made beef sandwich, but nothing compared to DiNics. I would also rate Bob Morton's over this sandwich as well. Probably on par with Old original Nicks in Springfield- but their gravy fries are superior over the Olde Ale House. We also ordered wing that were overcooked , dry and only adorned with basic hot sauce, lacking the flavor profile we prefer. A good place to try, a decent sandwich and friendly service. A full 3 stars and another beef under our belts. Onto the next.

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