50 Best Pubs near National Park

“Listen, it was a Saturday night, the bartender had to be a new guy to his job...I give him the benefit of the doubt...but...oof. Anyway, the karaoke on Friday and Saturday nights is great and so are the female bartenders. Just saying, if you see the dude behind the bar, be prepared to wait for-fricken-ever!“

“A must try hidden gem in the neighborhood. Unique Belgian beers and stouts. Must try the Hercule Stout if you have beef of any kind. Don't underestimate the vegan seitan sandwich. Packed with umami flavor and very satisfying. Wife had the Steak Frites salade and really enjoyed it. Dessert was the lime pie - very tart and very good.“

“Friends dinner out on a rainy Saturday. Our Mr first time to Noir since the Pandemic. It's even better than we remembered. Same comfortable, relaxed, neighborhoods atmosphere. Same warm and welcoming service. And the food is inspired. Particularly good: broccoli rabe with sausage and beans starter, arancini, gnocchi in mushroom gravy, short rib, and (amazing) spaghetti with crab sauce. Desserts were fresh and especially tasty. Great evening!“

“If you get an opportunity, you must give Monahans a chance. My favorite cheesesteaks, even a chicken cheesesteak with fried onions, sweet peppers, and bacon, it will have you talking to it, lol. There are plenty of spirits to choose from, and the beer is always cold. Some vegetarian options. Delish apps and the app pretzel with their honey mustard is phenomenal. Safe, comfortable, clean, and great people. Non-smoking, but you can on their outdoor patio, which is heated during colder weather. TV's everywhere.“

“I recently worked as a photographer at this bar/restaurant space that was being used for a wedding. There is a small space in the back thats great for pictures and small parties. They also have a bar upstairs and ample parking across the street. The appetizers were delicious and creative. Its a nice venue to hold a small event or to have drinks/dinner.“

“This bar curates a good vibe. The music is awesome. I Shazammed most of it. The closer you look the more cool, custom, design work you notice in the bar. The drink menu is perfectly rounded.Staff and service is def above average and friendly.The food menu may be too limited for some but I tried and enjoyed:MusselsBaked ClamsBread+ButterRoast beef sandoFriesBurgerThe fat burger is among the best in the city, but it's a weekly special (plz make it a regular thing). The roast beef sando is also incredible but I just like burgers way more.The fries are done to perfection. Someone in a lab coat tested all the kinds of fries and cooking methods to get to this point.“

“A great find! We had 2 very pleasant visits with good food and drink. We particularly liked the staff and enjoyed the friendly atmosphere. The owner and colleagues were very hospitable. One of the pleasantest neighbourhood bars we have ever been in.“

“I was in Philly with my boss and a colleague for an industry event. They were asking for a place to go for a bite and a beer. I asked my daughter who is local for some recommendations and she recommended Good Dog Bar. There are many great restaurants in the center city area, but this one does a great job. At 6:30 on a Monday, the place was quite busy. We were able to get a booth. I didn't see any tables for large groups downstairs. Most of the bar area and tables were full when we started ordering. The beer selection is diverse and prices are reasonable. For my main dish, I had to try to vegan Philly Cheesesteak. You might say that this is quite blasphemous being in Philly and doing vegan. I'm not sure how they did it, but it was very tasty. They also have some awesome fries with it. As far as parking, find a lot or garage or it's better to use mass trans or bike.“

“Fall of the bone wings with great flavor. Only wish they could also be crisper but just my personal preference. Still delicious nonetheless. The fried Ravioli with the marina sauce is also a fave of mine. Place is small so we always order out.“

“what an incredible refurbishment of a classic center city building!!!!!! the bar staff was great in every possible way including both johns and the beautiful young woman who was working with them on thursday night!!!!! the beer and booze selection is above reproach and just one piece of advice... if you like or love tullamore dew, don't drink the honey version“

“Perfect neighborhood gem. Gastropub food is just delicious. Wide variety of food options as well as a terrific beer selection. Through the pub and then a doorway into the "house" next door is a very cozy two floor (maybe three?)experience, a house turned into an eating area, also a surprise pinball machine corner and televisions on both floors. Very unique, very comfortable. You just want to hang there all night as if it were your own house. Love it“

“Went for the first time on Sunday. Drinks were delicious. Food choices were plentiful and food was great. Outside courtyard was perfect for a warm spring day. Great place to watch the game. Service was good. We will definitely be back to try more menu items. Plenty of street parking“

“Monkey Club is the best locally run bar in Philly. The owners care about fostering a community and getting the best bang for your buck.Most importantly they're four for fourPhilly sports game and Always play the audio during sports games.“

“Hilltown Tavern in Fairmount is a beloved neighborhood gastropub where the community comes together to enjoy hearty American fare and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its juicy, massive burgers and signature cocktails, Hilltown Tavern is a place where friends meet to catch up over delicious food and drinks. The tavern’s friendly staff and speedy service make it a local favorite, and its pet-friendly outdoor seating offers the perfect spot to enjoy the Fairmount vibe. Whether you’re there to savor the spicy fried pickles, cheer on your favorite soccer team, or simply relax with a craft brew, Hilltown Tavern embodies the spirit of Philadelphia’s vibrant culinary scene.“

“Best little local pub just off Passyunk. We dropped our grandchildren off after having them over the weekend, and stopped here to grab a bite to eat and a cocktail before heading back to New Jersey. I had Poutine and it was amazing! My husband had a brisket sandwich with a Brussels' sprouts. We will definitely be back!“

“The setting is great. The service is exceptional…and yes Ray I’m speaking about you! The food is incredible! We highly recommend the duck meatballs. If we were at home we would have licked the bowl lol! We go into Philly a lot from Bucks. This is absolutely out new go to on the way home. Ty Black Squirrel for a great experience!“

“On my first ever visit to Philidelphia, I chose to try this place (the nachos looked good on the online menu). When I walked in, the place had an intriguing atmosphere. It was self seating - I didn't see the menus on the table, and the server noticed, so, he grabbed me one and brought over a water, before I even requested anything! I ordered the Nachos with the spicy (not hot, just flavored with spices) chicken - it was So good and the bowl was suitable for 2 or more to enjoy. The plating was intriguing! It was Delicious! While I was eating, the server made me feel welcome, joking that I wasn't the Only one who didn't notice the menus (another party that came in missed them, too!). I returned afew days later with my husband, had to show him some of the city and have him try the nachos - we both Inhaled them! Despite a Large party being there, the server came right over with waters, got our order and had it brought out quickly. We were impressed with the service, despite the large party. I Highly reccomend this place! Try the nachos!! The giant pretzels look delicious, too!​“

“We were visiting Philly and wanted to take our friend somewhere nice. Booker's did not disappoint. The staff and servers were friendly, and the food was amazing! The Southern fried chicken was the best I've had. The atmosphere was right on- a nice hum on a Friday night. Who can't love a restaurant that has Earth, Wind & Fire in their playlist? We will definitely be coming back.“

“Nothing can go wrong woth the seitan wings at 9pm after a movie at the PFS bourse. The place is always comfy thanks to its decor, has a great selection of beers ans their food never disappoints. The music can be loud sometimes but not to the point of making me go away.“

“I definitely recommend Wolf Burger! I got Fries and the BBQ bacon ranch burger and the flavors were out of this world! Roll was great, the cheese on the burger was melted perfectly, and overall the burger had a really unique flavor! The black and blue burger was super good too! Super happy to have tried this place and definitely will be back!“

“I couldn't wait to write this review after eating our delicious take out. We got cheesesteaks truffle fries banging shrimp and the Gibbstown famous mozzarella sticks. Everything was amazing! I'm so full I couldn't finish all mine so have some left for a snack or for tomorrows lunch. Thanks LOCAL for giving Gibbstown a true place to get great food. In my opinion you get what you pay for and this food was on point! We will be back many times!!! (I hate cooking lol).“

“So happy I happened to stumble into this place. The neighborhood bar this area was lacking! Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu haven’t had a bad item yet. Usually get the boneless wings. Kelline is one of the nicest people and bartenders you are ever going to come across.“

“I actually do not usually do restaurant reviews, but was so please with Con Murphy that I felt like I had to share. I feel like there are many restaurants in Philly, and this one deserves more attention. We were day-tripping Philly and enjoy seeking out the local Irish pubs. We were charmed by the vibrant and welcoming atmosphere! It was noisy and small, in a fun and happy way. The TWO bars were well-stocked. We came with the family and everyone was pleased. We started with the Parmesan Truffle French Fries and they were exemplary especially paired with the Aeoli. The blackened Grouper sandwich was "sublime" according to my son who works at a restaurant! My daughter didn't prefer the crust thinness of the flatbread, but enjoyed the potatoe soup. The Irish fare was well done. My son ordered the shepard's pie and my husband and I both ordered the beef stew. I am picky of "Irish Food" bc so many places do not give it the attention it deserves, but everything was prepared beautifully. If you like very rich, decadent broths and hearty, meaty portions, then the stew is for you. The bread it was served with was unbelievably flavorful and had a tender center and crusty exterior. The stew tasted like it had slow-cooked for hours and did not dissapoint. I ordered the "Tullamore Gold" cocktail and it was a tad sweet, but flavorful. I wish I had paired a red wine or whisky with the stew. My husband had a canned apple cider which was tasty.“

“Attended a funeral luncheon for my best friend's father. Food was very good and wait staff was very attentive and helpful. My first time there even though I grew up in DELCO and just a few miles down the road. I'm sorry I missed out for so long!“

“This was my first time visiting this Pub and restaurant, I visited around dinner time an overall had an average experience. The menu had both an American and Irish flair, the sandwich and other food I ordered was okay, but unremarkable. Right in the neighborhood again and wanted a lunch time menu I might visit again, but I don't think I'd visit again for dinner. The atmosphere was fairly typical of a public house and otherwise unremarkable“

“Ten Stone is my favorite neighborhood bar for watching the Sixers games. The bartenders and the people at the bar are very friendly and knowledgeable Sixers fans. Despite the Sixers game being on the bartenders keep the drinks flowing. My glass never sat empty for long. When it comes to food, I'm a sucker for anything with truffles, so I love the truffle popcorn. The cheesesteak eggrolls are also a great rendition of that dish. Crispy outside and plenty of meat and cheese inside. The chicken sandwich on a pretzel bun is also good. The chicken needs to be a bit juicier to take it over the top. The gumbo is also a good dish that will keep you warm in the winter and remind you of New Orleans. Unfortunately, the mac & cheese is terrible. As long as you avoid that dish you will have a good time at Ten Stone. If you come during a Sixers game you never know when you might see me at the bar.“

“Pub food at it's best! We went after a Drexel U Preservation Society presentation at The Olde Swedes church. They had a St Patrick's Day menu available that we ordered from. I had the fish & chips & DH had the beef stew & a Guinness. Yum!! Just what we were looking for.“

“Really great cozy atmosphere and service. The waitress we had was very nice and the food came out reasonably quickly when they were at a high volume.4/5 Kale Salad - really good!3/5 Grilled cheese sandwich - lacked some flavor and cook time2/5 Brussel sprouts - needed more cook time“

“Love the food and staff here! We are always welcomed even though we are out of towners! We've tried most items on the menu. Get the burger! It's seriously one of the best! The Philly cheesesteak egg rolls are also a must! Beer is cold! Food is solid! You really can't go wrong! We stop here every time we are in town and make a special trip if it's St Patty's Day!“

“my daughter came in from Miami to see the Phillies play last night was an awesome game today we will be checking out South house I hear it's the best spot in South Philadelphia so I will be coming with my daughter and my son go Phillies hopefully we'll win today and on to the World Series looking for a great bar good people good food and no Riff Raff see you soon !!!“

“Came here for a quick beer and enjoyed this spot. It has the feeling of a dive , so if you aren’t into that, this isn’t the place for you. I had their Green Rock Lager which had an interesting taste of bananas, but for the price was much more interesting than a typical light beer. Would definitely come back for a drink and to try the food.“

“Came here because we saw a friend post about it and we were not let down. We had the best bartender ever hands down. Some of the best wings I have ever had. That says a ton as I never eat bone in wings because I never like them. Drinks came fast all night. They had a game night which was really fun. If you are in the area I suggest stopping in. If you want an amazing bartender be sure to ask for Gianna. Girl is on point!!“

“1st time there and was pleasantly surprised. It was like walking into an episode of Cheers. Joe and Melissa made everyone feel welcomed. They greeted people by name or if they didn’t know you, they talked to you like a friend. What a great place to eat and have fun.“

“Stopped in for a quick bite. Quick seating, great service from the bar staff at the high tops. Loved the French onion soup. Just what I needed to take the off the cold of the night. Solid pours, good music. What you'd expect from the name, honestly. Place starting filling with a younger bar crowd about 9:30.“

“A Philadelphia & South Street landmark, family owned & run for half a century, this place has so many fun activities or just sit & enjoy a diverse, exciting beer list. Great food & excellent friendly service round out your experience.“

“***THEY NO LONGER SERVE FOOD*** I needed to point this out immediately as I went for their pierogies, as those awesome pictures are all over previous Yelp reviews. The person who made them now works at The Garage in Fishtown. This is a bar. You can have food delivered, as we watched many people do from DoorDash during our one afternoon here. They have great bartenders, and the prices are good, but if you want specialty cocktails, this is NOT the place for you. I wanted a lemon drop martini, and he almost laughed (lesson learned). It's a neighborhood bar with great people and a fun atmosphere.“

“I usually go into bars like this with low expectations because they're unwelcoming to people who aren't regulars. But i was greeted with a warm smile and great service. The lady behind the bar was very kind and helpful and i really appreciate that.“

“Coming to kid rips is one of my favorite days of the week. Seeing Gary and Bri is always a good time. The food and the atmosphere is always pleasant. Trivia questions and prizes are always a plus too! Thank you all for making my Sundays enjoyable.“

“It's a pretty pretty good happy hour with half off drinks. But last time I was there the bartender took so long to give me my check that I left a five and walked out. I hope I left enough. Oh well if I get banned, there are so many other bars that I won't be disappointed.“

“Recently ate at this PJs, and had Dan as the server. His personable attitude and genuine demeanor made it a great experience. The cheesesteak egg rolls were delicious as usual, and wicked chicken nachos were incredibly delicious. 10 out of 10 would recommend.“

“Small little Irish bar downtown. It's narrow, but there is a second floor with a pool table and dart board for your enjoyment. The service is efficient and friendly. If you're looking for a laid back place to grab a pint, stop by.“

“I was craving wings and saw this place had the best wings in South Jersey, and it lives up to that claim! We ordered the 10 jumbo wings in Fat Daddy sauce, which was so good. I will definitely be back for more wings! We also ordered the spicy tater tots, which was a great side.This is a great place to hang out with friends, watch a game, or even play some pool. People are very friendly and theres also free popcorn, which is pretty good!“

“I love this place. The food is great - I had ricotta ravioli in brown butter sage sauce - delicious. Friday and Saturday nights can be crowded with a great mix of people - but they do have a side room in case the energetic mood is too much.“

“Went for the first time last Friday, it was packed! However finding seats were no problem. The the food was GREAT (crab bites?, chips, fries?, fried cod fish??, garlic parm chicken, and a cheeseburger) I really WISH THEY HAD BIGGER CRAB BITES and/or CRAB CAKES!!!! We didn’t have any drinks. However I’m going back but this time with the girls instead of the guys lol and I’ll be having drinks this go round! Great VIBES and PLENTY OF PARKING!“

“If a dictionary had pictures and you looked up bar, it would be this. What that means, the prices are good, the service was friendly and accomodating, food is middle of the road, atmosphere is non-existent except for the quality of the people around who were all very nice. Oh and perhaps most importantly, there is a pool table ??“

“A friend and I went to The Greeks to watch the Phillies game and one of the worker that was behind the bar were being RUDE to us. We were sitting at the bar and (not even) 4 minutes into the game. He come to us and said; if you guys going to sit here, you have to order, than he added, I’m being serious. My friend and I both know that, but he DID NOT have to be rude about it by adding “I’m serious” at the end of that statement. Before the game even started, I told the other worker that was behind the bar that I would order a few minutes into the game.“

“It's a great place to either grab lunch or dinner or watch the game with your family and friends. Staff is on point, very polite. Food is just amazing, prices are very reasonable for the amount they serve. Parking lot across the street from it. Outdoor service is available, weather depending. I highly recommend that you stop in and enjoy yourselfParking: Parking lot is directly across the street from the VicWheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp“

“The staff at Riley's pub was absolutely fantastic tonight, a fired worker set up our work party a few weeks ago and didn't tell the staff. When we showed up they went out of their way to accommodate us, and we really appreciate their awesome service, food service and drinks!“

“4stars for great service and beer selections! Brussels sprouts had good flavor but were too greasy. My bbq chicken spinach wrap was delicious! I would definitely order that again. My slaw was good. Could use a little more acid and s&p. My hubby's bbq brisket onion ring Sammie had great flavor great crunch on the onion rings. Brisket had good smoke flavor but was a bit dry. Would definitely try this place again.“

“Ya'll if I could give them a higher rating I would. First, the bartender was great he knew the food so well and explained what was the best. My partner and I are vegetarian and vegan and he was patient and very knowledgeable about how the food was cooked and tasted. We have tried a lot of veg food in Philly and typically it's pretty good . But, this one was by far the best bar food. Their Reuben was fucking phenomenal. I grew up eating meat and seriously this tasted liked home . They marinate it and smoke it like they would pastrami. The combination of all the ingredients were delicious. We also ordered the veggie burger and it we good and hardy. It was made with kasha root. The outer crisp added a great texture to it.“