Looking for a place to eat lunch in Philadelphia and this was perfect. Food was good, company was good and service was good. Happy to have found this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kami Hays
Real quick, reading these recent reviews I'm seeing some things that should be addressed as a consumer. No one is watering your drinks down here. That is absolute nonsense. It's not a hookah bar. What they are experiencing is called ice. Mind you, I'm no physicist or anything fancy like that but ice is frozen. When you put liquids on ice that are not at that temperature, the ice will melt. So drink faster or do shots. Trust me, no one is putting enough thought in to putting water in your tequila. This will be a long review but I did need to throw a couple of things out there. As to pricing, when you go to Center City Philadelphia, expect the prices to be higher than a local watering hole in Ohio. Location, location, location. I am a bartender only 2 blocks down the street from here. Be glad they are this affordable. If you come to my bar you will not be able to get any shot at all for less than $12. Jameson at my bar will cost you at least $15. Would you like a mixer or chaser? That's $3 more. At Finn's you'll pay $9 tops. Not to mention you'll probably get double what I'm allowed to pour. My cheapest beer? $8.25. That's for Bud Light. Would you like a Stella? $9.35. At Finn's I can get one of those Surfside vodka tea things for around $7 I believe. Really want to save money? Get a city wide. Shot and a beer for around $6. Don't expect variety. Please remember I only work 2 blocks away. Now that's out of the way I'll get to my own review.
To be completely honest, I used to hate this place. I've worked pretty close to here for the last 4 years but until about 3 months ago I had only come in twice. Those 2 visits were less than stellar. Each time I went with what you would consider regulars and I would stand for literally over 10 minutes trying to be served. I'd be patient but eventually move spots, wave, call out, whatever I could do to get their attention. Sometimes that didn't even work. When they did greet me, they were short and snappy. The 2nd time I had to get someone else to order for me. The only thing that made me keep trying then was Chris. He was always apologetic and honest about the situation. I always make it a point now to say hey to him.
About 3 months ago I had a 20 minute wait for a Lyft home from work and I was cold. So I said screw it, I'll try Finn's again. I'm so glad I did. Right when I came in, I was greeted. The bar was packed but that didnt matter. There was no sarcasm or bullshit, just him doing his job and doing it well. A great bartender can read their clientele. Do you want to talk or not? Are you celebrating or are you upset? Local or tourist? Matt read me absolutely right. He actually guessed where I worked and what I did. He made sure I was taken care of and did exactly what I needed at that moment. He didn't know me, didn't know if I'd even tip him but you would never think he was even thinking about that. I had just finished a 15 hour shift at my own bar and even though they were close to closing you would think he had just gotten there by his attitude. It was refreshing.
So I decided to go back a couple of days later. He remembered my name, which is not at all common, but my drink as well. I had a great time again so I decided to keep coming back if Matt was working. Now, in this short amount of time, when I come in after a long day I actually feel welcome. Denver, the security guard, knows my name and asks how my day is every time. If I go to the bathroom, he watches my bag and drink when he doesn't have to. He pays more attention to my stuff than I do. He makes sure I get in and out of the bathroom safely. He goes out of his way to make sure everyone in the bar feels safe.
I now know 2 Jeremy's I think. Lol. It's nice to see a place that I thought didn't give a damn make such a turn around. Clearly they got rid of some of the people that weren't attentive. So if you had a bad e
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seth Martinez
Tremendous corner bar. Love the staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Bounds Jr
Excellent Beer. Food (Cheesesteak) was salty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
lillian
Ivana was soooo sweet!! Food was yummy
Food: 5
lįv •
Ivana was such a queen and so friendly. Tasty food and affordable drinks.
Robin Naser
Came with my, all adult, family of 7 after the Nutcracker. We were warmly welcomed and accomodated. The food and service were perfect. Cozy and festive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
stephen elliott
Last night we had our holiday party at Finn Mccools and we had a horrible experience. On several occasions the bartenders never returned your change for a drink. I paid $10.00 for a $5 00 drink and when I questioned why I didn't receive any change he simply said that was my tip. I heard the same complaint from several of my co workers as well, when the issue was mentioned to the manager he laughed it off and said of course they would assume the change regardless of how much it was will be kept by the bartenders. Our office party was ruined because of the staff and management at Finn Mccools. I would never suggest going to this place, but if you do go please always pay with the exact amount, otherwise you will get ripped off
Erika Orozco
Good selection of drinks, friendly service, good music. Would return. Go birds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S S
Really enjoyed this pub. The server was awesome, attentive and informed us to get another round at happy hour prices. Would surely come back. Some excellent local brews as well.
Very nice and quiet place. Without the hustle and bustle of other more "popular" bars. The waiters are a bit pushy. We went to celebrate an achievement and we had a great time with the team.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Andrew Duchnycz
Nice little dive bar with a great 80s sound track.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Michael DePew
Food decent. Friendly employees. Good atmosphere. My complaint is on my drink (diet pepsi)... I'm a non-drinker and my soda had a slight tint of alcohol.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips
Michael Vukovich
Steak and cheese egg rolls for the win. Great staff.
Looking for a place to eat lunch in Philadelphia and this was perfect. Food was good, company was good and service was good. Happy to have found this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Real quick, reading these recent reviews I'm seeing some things that should be addressed as a consumer. No one is watering your drinks down here. That is absolute nonsense. It's not a hookah bar. What they are experiencing is called ice. Mind you, I'm no physicist or anything fancy like that but ice is frozen. When you put liquids on ice that are not at that temperature, the ice will melt. So drink faster or do shots. Trust me, no one is putting enough thought in to putting water in your tequila. This will be a long review but I did need to throw a couple of things out there. As to pricing, when you go to Center City Philadelphia, expect the prices to be higher than a local watering hole in Ohio. Location, location, location. I am a bartender only 2 blocks down the street from here. Be glad they are this affordable. If you come to my bar you will not be able to get any shot at all for less than $12. Jameson at my bar will cost you at least $15. Would you like a mixer or chaser? That's $3 more. At Finn's you'll pay $9 tops. Not to mention you'll probably get double what I'm allowed to pour. My cheapest beer? $8.25. That's for Bud Light. Would you like a Stella? $9.35. At Finn's I can get one of those Surfside vodka tea things for around $7 I believe. Really want to save money? Get a city wide. Shot and a beer for around $6. Don't expect variety. Please remember I only work 2 blocks away. Now that's out of the way I'll get to my own review.
To be completely honest, I used to hate this place. I've worked pretty close to here for the last 4 years but until about 3 months ago I had only come in twice. Those 2 visits were less than stellar. Each time I went with what you would consider regulars and I would stand for literally over 10 minutes trying to be served. I'd be patient but eventually move spots, wave, call out, whatever I could do to get their attention. Sometimes that didn't even work. When they did greet me, they were short and snappy. The 2nd time I had to get someone else to order for me. The only thing that made me keep trying then was Chris. He was always apologetic and honest about the situation. I always make it a point now to say hey to him.
About 3 months ago I had a 20 minute wait for a Lyft home from work and I was cold. So I said screw it, I'll try Finn's again. I'm so glad I did. Right when I came in, I was greeted. The bar was packed but that didnt matter. There was no sarcasm or bullshit, just him doing his job and doing it well. A great bartender can read their clientele. Do you want to talk or not? Are you celebrating or are you upset? Local or tourist? Matt read me absolutely right. He actually guessed where I worked and what I did. He made sure I was taken care of and did exactly what I needed at that moment. He didn't know me, didn't know if I'd even tip him but you would never think he was even thinking about that. I had just finished a 15 hour shift at my own bar and even though they were close to closing you would think he had just gotten there by his attitude. It was refreshing.
So I decided to go back a couple of days later. He remembered my name, which is not at all common, but my drink as well. I had a great time again so I decided to keep coming back if Matt was working. Now, in this short amount of time, when I come in after a long day I actually feel welcome. Denver, the security guard, knows my name and asks how my day is every time. If I go to the bathroom, he watches my bag and drink when he doesn't have to. He pays more attention to my stuff than I do. He makes sure I get in and out of the bathroom safely. He goes out of his way to make sure everyone in the bar feels safe.
I now know 2 Jeremy's I think. Lol. It's nice to see a place that I thought didn't give a damn make such a turn around. Clearly they got rid of some of the people that weren't attentive. So if you had a bad e
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tremendous corner bar. Love the staff!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent Beer. Food (Cheesesteak) was salty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Ivana was soooo sweet!! Food was yummy
Food: 5
Ivana was such a queen and so friendly. Tasty food and affordable drinks.
Came with my, all adult, family of 7 after the Nutcracker. We were warmly welcomed and accomodated. The food and service were perfect. Cozy and festive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Last night we had our holiday party at Finn Mccools and we had a horrible experience. On several occasions the bartenders never returned your change for a drink. I paid $10.00 for a $5 00 drink and when I questioned why I didn't receive any change he simply said that was my tip. I heard the same complaint from several of my co workers as well, when the issue was mentioned to the manager he laughed it off and said of course they would assume the change regardless of how much it was will be kept by the bartenders. Our office party was ruined because of the staff and management at Finn Mccools. I would never suggest going to this place, but if you do go please always pay with the exact amount, otherwise you will get ripped off
Good selection of drinks, friendly service, good music. Would return. Go birds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really enjoyed this pub. The server was awesome, attentive and informed us to get another round at happy hour prices. Would surely come back. Some excellent local brews as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips
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Very nice and quiet place. Without the hustle and bustle of other more "popular" bars. The waiters are a bit pushy. We went to celebrate an achievement and we had a great time with the team.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Nice little dive bar with a great 80s sound track.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Food decent. Friendly employees. Good atmosphere. My complaint is on my drink (diet pepsi)... I'm a non-drinker and my soda had a slight tint of alcohol.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips
Steak and cheese egg rolls for the win. Great staff.
Them Philly Cheesesteak Spring Rolls!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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