Bala Inn
5004 City Ave, Philadelphia
(215) 877-9843
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I used to go to the Bala Inn to shoot pool, Between the ghetto bartenders and the whole place smelling like fried chicken grease. parking is a nightmare if the lot is full. it's not my favorite place.
Upbeat and fun bar, food was good, hard to find parking.
Parking: Small parking lot
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Wings with Fries
CASH ONLY BAR! Went to this bar at 11:30 PM on a Friday night. Started off with good vibes but it was short lived. The bartenders seem nice but ordered the same thing and was charged different prices. A fight broke out at the pool table closest to the men's restroom. Lights got turned on and many people left the bar. Called an Uber immediately and as I'm waiting people were arguing and running to get the gun.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
I love the good energy in that building.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have been coming to this bar for years and lately the food has been getting worst my last experience was 8/17/2024. I ordered a salmon burger and sweet potato fries. I wait a hour and the salmon was black and hard at the bottom it was over cooked completely no taste and they put it on a Martin's hamburger bun and forgot the sauce and the fries did not taste good at all. When I approached about how long and told them it should not take salmon that long to cook that should been a hint to check it. This bad and the people really don't be caring about how your food come out I wish they get it together because I came there for that.. wow
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
I tried the food three times . I had Alfredo the first time, and it was good. The second time, it was salty. They said come back, and they'll make it over. I did and asked for no cajun, please, and guess what they put Cajun on it. Nothing is consistent about it, and the kitchen staff seems very overwhelmed all the time. They need skilled chefs asap.. Great spot for pool, drinks, and karaoke!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
I tried the food three times . I had Alfredo the first time, and it was good. The second time, it was salty. They said come back, and they'll make it over. I did and asked for no cajun, please, and guess what they put Cajun on it. Nothing is consistent about it, and the kitchen staff seems very overwhelmed all the time. They need skilled chefs asap.. Great spot for pool, drinks, and karaoke!
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
We had the salmon cheesesteak sandwich. It was awesome. A Thai inspired take on a classic. Delicious. We both loved it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
One review said not to come here if you’re Caucasian. I’m white and my Asian friend and I had a wonderful time drinking beer and reading other reviews to the bartender. Great lunch spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is my spot. The food is normally good but lately no so much. This Thursday night crew doesn’t represent the kitchen well at all. Had to go get my money back tonight, thry got me the last 2 times. I wouldn’t recommend eating here on a Thursday night. Dude cooking was even back there smoking a vape.. I think the owner needs to step back in and really regulate and train the crew because they are not handling his business properly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 2
Restaurantji Recommends
Still definitely a chilled
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Wings with Fries
I went there tonight. My brother and I have just spent the last month travelling around the States and I can say that this place served up the best wings we have had.Thank you Lex.Also a lovely social bar with fair priced drinks.
First time there and i enjoyed myself i will definitely be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings & Fries
I only go for the food, seafood salad when available is
Food: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Wings & Fries, Fish Platter Whiting, Fried Chicken Wings with Fries, Salmon Bites
Pool tables
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wings & Fries
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