50 Best Bars near Blackwood

“Great lunch special and good people“

“The place is packed the service was quick the food is delicious very authentic Mexican restaurant they have an incredible bar and I love the fact that the food came out in seconds even though they’re so busy“

“Had my husband’s 50th surprise party there in January and it was amazing. The staff were great and the food was delicious. All of our friends keeping talking about this epic party!! Thank you for all your help!“

“A great place to take kids to have fun“

“Love this place.“

“A truly special and magical place that still exists. I hope it lasts forever. One of the beacons that keeps Philly unique. Looks like more tavern from the outside. Has these awesome musical notes bike locks. Live music. Incredible beer and shot specials. Crazy cool interior. Awesome bartenders and patrons. Protect this place at all costs.“

“Tim is the friendliest bartender ever!!!!“

“Cute spot for a drink. Interesting mix of drink options and prices were quite reasonable for the area. The seating is a bit limited but we were lucky enough to grab a seat right by the bar. Bartenders were super friendly and quick. Didn't get any food but the sandwiches around us looked interesting and would consider coming back to try these.“

“A neighborhood institution for good reason. The food is good and the feel of the the New Wave is enhanced by a nearly endless collection of autographed photos, magazine covers and LP jackets of both local and global sport and entertainment personalities.“

“This was our first time at The Side Car and we were really pleased. It can be tough for me to find classic bar food that still works with being gluten free and mostly plant based, so I was thrilled to see both an appetizer and an entrée that fit my needs.\n\nThe brussel sprout appetizer was fabulous, though be warned, it’s spicy. I love heat, so it was perfect for me. My entrée, the new vegan enchiladas, was also great. They were flavorful without being overly heavy, which made the whole meal feel satisfying but not too filling.\n\nThe rest of my family raved about the Detroit style pizza and the wings. We will definitely be back. The service was spot on, the food was enjoyable, and while the atmosphere was loud, it was still manageable for a fun family night out. Best of all, the prices felt reasonable, especially compared to many places that feel a bit overpriced for a family dinner.\n\nHighly recommend!“

“I am giving Tattoed Mom’s all of the stars possible. The vibe is immaculate, food is spectacular, staff are top notch and it’s a super inviting place to hang out. Sunday craft night was amazing as well. Anyone on South St. needs to check out this gem. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Music on South St. continues thanks to Katie and Tom from Milkboy South St. You know there is a very easy way to su0porrt Philadelphia venues. Show up“

“Lots of Vegan options that are very tasty!“

“Great bartender, incredible music selection and possibly the best burger in the city. Especially for the dollar it is the best burger. The beer list was absolutely incredible and diverse. Happy hour like everywhere in this town means two dollar off pints. Even on days like St. Patrick’s Day, they still are efficient and friendly at Fountain Porter.

Parking: It’s South Philly. You know what you’re getting into. It’s busy.

Kid-friendliness: Due to the neighborhood, there are kids around during happy hour, and strollers can be common“

“Als Touristen sind wir ohne große Erwartungen ins Dirty Frank's. Wir wurden im Prinzip am ersten Tag schon als Stammgäste angesehen. Ab dem zweiten Tag, fühlten wir uns auch so. Absolut super Service, sehr nette Menschen im der Bar. Coole Jukebox, günstige Getränke. Sollte es uns jemals wieder nach Philly verschlagen, wird Dirty Frank's Bar das Erste sein, was wir besuchen werden.“

“It's my first time eating from this restaurant (I got take out) but I cannot find a single fault from the experience. Keep up the good work!“

“Great people!! Thanks so much Doug for taking care of us and letting us order in amazing cheese steaks you recommended! We will definitely be back my new/old-school nostalgic favorite stop any time I'm out in Philly! Great to meet some new phriends and phamily! Rock on🤘👍❤️💯💥“

“Great service, food and drinks. Dylan was our bartender and server. On point with everything, friendly and accommodating. We will be back!“

“Probably the best and only $4 sandwich I’ve ever had. The menu feels like you’re taking a step back in time with the prices. It’s a dive, don’t expect gourmet. Service is great, food is great, and we will be coming back for a drink next time we are in the area.“

“Frankie and all the staff were fantastic. Met a few great local people too. Great to have a drink watch a game and a chat.“

“Awesome menu, great vibes and really tasty food. Must try this place.“

“The Food here is phenomenal!! The best Blackened Chicken Cesar Salad on the planet!!! Trust me!!! This ain’t bar food!“

“Very authentic American cuisine, I really like it.“

“First time here. We are so glad we came here. The mussels, wings, spinach artichoke dip, the drinks, and santa fe egg rolls were SOOOO GOOD. We absolutely loved the food. We will be back!! Clean, nice, definitely a new go to spot!“

“New Mike and John great friendly and interesting bar tenders. Burgers and fries bigger and better then pre pandemic. 2 thumbs up. Always interesting crowd and not pretentious. Good food and good service.“

“I went to Bok Bar for a packed Making Time event on 4 July, and even at full capacity, it was 100% worth it. The rooftop views are iconic, the energy was high, and the space somehow never felt overwhelming.

A big highlight was the food partner during our visit — Gabriella’s Vietnam (July 2–27). Chef Thanh Nguyen, recently named a “Rising Star Chef” by Craig Laban, brought seriously authentic Vietnamese street food vibes to the rooftop. We had the BBQ chicken with chips and the shrimp salad — both fresh, flavorful, and perfect for a hot summer day. The mocktails and canned spirits hit the spot too.

Between the skyline, the music, and the food, it was a total Philly summer moment — and one I’d gladly repeat.“

“Such a cool place to check out you're very friendly bartender and everybody that was sitting at the bar was really friendly as well so that made it that much better of an experience. Definitely a must check out. Just went again. Loveeee this place best bartender“

“I went to Jet Wine bar for a Halloween movie night with a friend. They were understaffed but they still went above and beyond to take care of us. Food and drinks were excellent. We watched the movie inside even though they were only serving outside. It was so kind and really an unnecessary accommodation they made for us to enjoy our time there. I'll definitely be going back!

Vegetarian options: Great veggie burger with vegan cheese too“

“Had a fantastic experience at the newest PJs location recently. Plenty of TVs, the drinks were well made and the wings were plump. I'll definitely be back!“

“We did a Sunday Funday at cake and kitchen. The food, service, and atmosphere for all perfect. Our waiter whose name was Colin was excellent. We highly recommend this location for cool drinks and a great menu.“

“Great place Thanks for having us“

“This is truly the best kept secret. This place rocks, darts, pool table, great atmosphere, and the porch is awesome. specially during a storm!! At 1st it looks like a house, but when you enter, it's a great place for happy hour and like a "CHEERS." Bartenders are awesome and the food is actually simple and decent. I love how you can go off the menu items and order what you want. If they have it, it can be done!“

“Love it here ! Food is so good and so are the people ❤️‍🔥 highly recommend“

“Old style neighborhood pub with great atmosphere and fantastic tavern food“

“Love this place. Been going there for decades.“

“Had great apps and desert. Will be back!“

“Great food at a great price!!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pudge’s Pub Review I had an amazing experience at Pudge’s Pub — so good that I went for both lunch and dinner! The food was absolutely incredible. The hoagie at lunch was hands-down the best I’ve ever had. For dinner, I tried the shrimp fra Diavolo, and I’m extremely particular about that dish… but this was a 10 out of 10. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and truly impressive. Highly recommend — I’ll definitely be back!“

“Pretty good selection of beers and there are more than enough TVs to tune in to watch whatever local game you’re trying to catch. I think the service could be a bit better but other than that, it’s a fine little watering hole for locals.“

“My friend Char suggested that we eat here!! Truly amazing. Friendly people great food!“

“Great food and great atmosphere. The Guinness was delicious too.“

“I came here years ago and was always getting the fish bowls. When I went today (12-7-2024) they no longer make them and I was disappointed but I got a vodka & OJ and a Long Island ice tea. The kitchen was closed but I have tried their seafood platters. I love this place. An older crowd and no riff raff. I’ve moved closer and that makes it better. Robin was a GEM.“

“Awesome bartenders and cooks. Love all the food. Southwood Bar is my favorite place to go after work , before going to six flags, making pit stop there on way home from six flags or even going there on my days off.“

“First time eating at the Bank Bar….are you kidding me? The smash burger was sooo good! I ordered the wings dry so I could try all the sauces because I couldn’t decide which one I wanted. My favorite was the Soledad, the whisky glaze was delicious, also had the hot & honey. The sauces were on point! The Bank Bar did not disappoint!“

“Service was great and the food might be the best in the city“

“We decided to land here while in Philadelphia and wanted a comfortable place to hangout. The owners are super nice and the wings, buttered steam clams and SK shots were the highlight . We had a great time with all the patrons at the bar and everyone was into the Karaoke vibe. Philadelphia has some amazing hidden talent and this is where to go to show off your talent withOUT being judged. No frills zone, just relax and be a nice human being and you won’t regret the experience. We showed up at 9pm and didn’t leave till 1am.“

“I was recently visiting the area from Oklahoma. Popped in for a quick beer with my girlfriend. Ended up having a couple more, plus wings (the Chiodi sauce is the real deal!) and a small pizza. Fantastic food and a comfortable atmosphere, but the star of the show was Mark, who was working behind the bar. Took great care of us, made us laugh, interacted with everyone and seemed to truly enjoy his work. I don't know when I'll get the chance to be up there again, but if I make it, I'll be returning for sure!“

“Had a ball always a turn up spot the food was great them fried shrimp hit different shout out to the Sunday Chef ice cold non alcoholic beer the bar staff is great love them they all they the bomb and the owner don't take no mess when it comes to drama he put you right out at the drop of a dime“

“They had a pretty good wine selection and we’re pretty knowledgeable about it. The food selection was a lot smaller and was more I say deli style. I got the cheese and meat board that they offer by as a package. It was a little underwhelming. It was clear the cheese and meat were high-quality, but I would’ve appreciated either a larger serving or maybe even just less bread. The waiter let me know that that would probably be sufficient for lunch and while it might’ve been in the end, I was still left hungry. I’m confused on if this place is trying to be more upscale or more deli based on the mix of wine and sandwich pairings they have.“