One of the best places in Philadelphia for good vibes. Good atmosphere…read more Malek one of the best bartenders I know in town Best old fashion I drink thank you amigo

This spot isn't my scene, but it's super fun and a cool vibe. The bank vibe goes out the window on…read morethe weekends when it turns into a full club space. More of a college aged crowd with some seating areas in the middle but the main dance floor is truly giving club - which is fun, if that's your style! The music is good and the bartenders are on it!

McGillin's Olde Ale House has been pouring beer in Center City Philadelphia since 1860, when Irish…read moreimmigrants William "Pa" and Catherine "Ma" McGillin opened it as the Bell in Hand Tavern. Regulars started calling it McGillin's, and the name became official in 1910 with a new brick facade for the 50th anniversary. William died in 1901, and Catherine kept the bar running through Prohibition. Her daughter Mercedes McGillin Hooper ran it for decades afterward, until it was sold in 1958 to Henry Spaniak and Joe Shepaniak. Christopher and Mary Ellen Mullins bought it in 1993, and their son Chris Mullins Jr. joined the business in 2006, so it's still family-run today. It's widely recognized as the oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia and one of the oldest in the country. Gourmet magazine named it one of the 14 coolest bars in America, and Complex ranked it among the 50 best Irish pubs in America. Those honors are well earned for a bar that has stayed open through Prohibition, wars, and more than 160 years of changes in the city around it. The pub itself feels like it has been here that long. It's cozy and packed with character, with the kind of old-world tavern atmosphere you can't recreate in a new build. Whether you're stopping in for a pint after exploring Center City or settling in for a full night out, it's the right kind of Philadelphia institution. McGillin's is a must-visit.

My husband and I were on a quick weekend trip to Philly, and we love and Irish pub so we decided to…read morecheck this place out based on reviews. Its pretty cool on the inside, definitely passes the Irish pub vibe check. One thing that killed it for us right away: it was LOUD. Sure, we're not in our twenties anymore, but we're not super old. It was mid afternoon, before dinner time, and the music was so loud we were going to have to yell across the tiny table to hear each other. After walking around in the heat all day it was just not what we were looking for. We did stay for a drink. He had a decent old fashioned, though pretty tiny for the price. I had a beer, and it was what would be expected. The one thing that really stood out was the server. She was nice, pleasant, and very quick. I'd maybe go back if I was in the right mood, but that day was certainly not the day for me.

Thanks to my fellow Yelpers for putting this on my radar! Wouldn't have ever found it otherwise…read more Cool back alley spot that's super cool inside and the drinks/food are awesome. Enjoyed the truffle edamame dumplings and my chili bar buns and their twist of an old fashioned. Service was good (order at the bar and they give you a number sign for wherever you sit) Would highly recommend and I'm likely to return my next trip to Philly.

Recently came here for a private event and had such a great time. Firstly, the food here is…read moreamazing! We tried a variety of apps which we enjoyed. They also have a great drink selection here which is priced pretty fairly, especially for being in downtown.

Love the decor of the place with the moody ambient lighting. Just gives a very kitschy horror theme…read morethat is enjoyable for everyone. There are two floors that each have a bar and both floors differ in the decorations so definitely check both out! The drinks ate more on the sweet side which makes them very easy to drink. They also can come with souvenir cups that you get to take home if you'd like! I took each of my drink cups home, they're great to use for your own Halloween party! Def a place to get a couple drinks with your friends to start or end a night out.

I'm a biggg fan of Halloween so I knew when I went to Philly for a work trip that I had to look up…read moresome Halloween bars. I was thrilled to find a couple and made sure to work a visit into my schedule. Tinsel was great! Both floors were decorated top to bottom with spooky decorations. We stopped by early in the night so we had the place to ourselves to really explore. The staff was great and offered some advice on which speciality drink to get. When you get one of their Halloween drinks, you get to keep the glass it comes in too, which was awesome! 10/10 was a great time!!

We celebrated my daughter's 21st birthday at F1 Arcade with a group of nine, and overall everyone…read morehad a great time. The biggest disappointment was the customer service before the event. I sent an email with questions about our reservation and never received a response. The online booking portal doesn't provide much detail, and while the website has a "Call" option, it wasn't very useful. I received multiple automated reminder emails stressing that we needed to arrive 15 minutes early because race times wouldn't be extended for late arrivals, which is completely understandable. I just wish there had been the same level of attention when it came to responding to customer questions. Once we arrived, the experience was much better. They gave our group a private seating area, which was a nice surprise. Our server was friendly, checked on us periodically, and never pressured us to order food. We chose to have drinks only, and it was nice to relax before and after racing. The simulators were a lot of fun, and everyone in our group enjoyed the experience. The only thing to know is that the races move quickly--you only have about two minutes between sessions to switch drivers, so there's not much time to explore the venue or step away without paying attention to when you're up next. Overall, it was a fun and unique way to celebrate a birthday. We'd definitely come back, although probably as a special once-a-year outing because of the cost. If F1 Arcade improved its communication before events, this easily could have been a five-star experience.

Fun experience, but definitely on the pricey side for the amount of actual racing you get…read more F1 Arcade is a pretty cool F1 racing simulation where you get to drive an F1-style race car on various real F1 tracks. The simulators do a good job of making you feel like you're actually racing--the seat moves and rumbles as you go around the track, accelerate, brake, and presumably make questionable racing decisions. One warning: if you get motion sickness easily, this might not be the activity for you. Between the moving seat and the racing visuals, your brain may start wondering why your body is sitting still while your car is doing 200 mph. The place itself is huge, with 40+ simulators. We went on a Saturday afternoon and were surprised by how empty it was. They also have a bar and serve food, but we were there strictly for the racing. We had a party of 4, so we did the team racing option and were given two simulators. Each of us got three races, and the system paired us up differently for each race, so everyone got a chance to race against everyone else. That part was actually pretty fun and made it feel more competitive. The downside is that the races are REALLY short--about 3 minutes each. So for roughly $30 per person, we each got only about 10 minutes of actual racing time across the three races. Once you factor in getting everyone set up and waiting between races, our entire visit was under an hour. The staff was friendly and did a good job explaining how the simulators work and how to check when your next race was starting, so the whole process was pretty easy. Overall, this was a fun experience, especially if you're an F1 fan or enjoy racing games. The simulators are definitely more immersive than playing a racing game at home. That said, the price is hard to overlook considering how little actual driving time you get. We had a good time, but at around $30 per person for about 10 minutes of racing, this is probably a "do it once for the experience" kind of activity rather than something we'd do regularly.

Great vibes! I'm honestly surprised it wasn't more busy on a Thursday night- it definitely should…read morebe. We came for dollar wing night (RIP the 50¢ wings ) and tried the drink specials, and they were bomb. Amazing deal and really good quality food. It does get a little chilly inside, but it's ok. The drinks were such heavy pours that we had to ask for soda on the side, and they were super accommodating about it. Get the adios mf drink if you want to be crunk. The mango habanero wings were my favorite flavor perfect balance of sweet and spicy. Also, I love when restaurants give gloves for wings so we could be demure. Definitely want to come back!

Love it! I'm from Atlanta and visited this place! The atmosphere, bartenders and drinks were…read moreamazing!!! I definitely recommend it to all my soccer fans!

So Wicked Wolf is perfect if you were looking for party brunch spot. We went on a Saturday for…read morebrunch and the vibes were definitely there. They had a really good DJ and it was a fun atmosphere Now the service left something to be desired. While our server was nice, the food was slow to arrive and it took awhile to get our check as well. We ordered the wings which were good as well as individual entrees. I ordered the pancake sandwiches and they were just okay. Overall this spot is good for drinks, photos and vibes.

Woo child!! To be young again!…read more it's my sister's annual birthday week and we finished the night off after walking philly for what felt like 2 hours (25 minutes) and stumbled upon this club! the bouncers at the door were hella friendly (thanks billy) and the security inside kept a tight room. we joined in upon like 4 birthday parties and a full bottle service. needless to say the shots being poured were plentiful. Thank you to the really nice bartender in the orange hat (also a millennial) who grasps the concept of 'it's so loud in here' like it's not a nightclub. anyway the prices of the drinks were great. NO cover charges (that night) the floors were covered in confetti, and it was awesome watching jake paul get his jaw broken on someone's phone! #netflix ps. if you have a video of me acting up in a sombrero--no you don't.

I visited MilkBoy the last time I was in Philadelphia, so when I realized I was staying nearby this…read moretime, I had to stop in again. I originally went in planning to have one drink and get some business stuff done. Well... one drink turned into another drink, and then I decided to order a Summer Kale salad with Chicken. And honestly, it was exactly what I needed! The salad was simple, fresh, and made with basic ingredients--nothing over the top, just perfect. The staff was cool and laid-back, and I love the atmosphere. It's open right out to the street, so you can sit back, relax, and watch everything happening around you. Definitely a great little spot to chill, have a drink, grab some food, and enjoy the Philly atmosphere. I'll definitely be back! Well, I couldn't help myself today! Because of the weather, I went back to MilkBoy, and this time I ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad. I was so hungry that I started eating before I remembered to take a picture! I also ordered a sugar-free Red Bull with vodka, and it was absolutely amazing. Everything was just what I needed, and the service was so thoughtful and wonderful.

sojo risin' $13 - drink has a pineapple and no raspberry fruit punch. I liked how it has no strong…read moreliquor flavor and was super easy to go down since I don't really like the strong liquor taste. Service took a minute and it's great ambiance on a monday night. decent amount of ppl

Great place with good food. The atmosphere is terrific…read more Next time you're down there ask for Jack.

Darling Jack's is a place that knows what it wants to be, and executes well!…read more We stopped by here for lunch, and the experience was excellent. The vibes are old-timey bar, without feeling dingy or out of date. The place had all the fixings of a neighborhood pub, with wood paneling and intimate booths, but still somehow felt modern. The menu was great, blending classic bar food with some healthy, more elevated options. There were a few different burgers available, as well as salads, bowls, and a few other apps. I had a salmon bowl and was really blown away. The salmon was prepared well, and came out with a medley of sides that made for a delicious, healthy(ish) dish! The burger was also a hit with my colleague, good temperature and tasty. Really glad we stopped by here, I'd definitely come back for another meal!

Super cozy spot with great bartenders! Really nice curated drink menu!…read more I wish we could have stayed longer, but it was the last night in town and we had an early flight, but I'll come back for sure!

LGP is a good option when starting a night on the town. Swing by the bar and peep their latest…read morehappy hour specials. The bar menu changes every so often, so their kitchen will keep you on your toes. Want a bar seat? Arrive on the earlier side. Bring friends, as the bar tends to be emptier earlier in the evening. Find LGP conveniently close to City Hall, and just a skip to both Jefferson and Suburban Stations. Yes, SEPTA is the way. Credit accepted.