McMenamin’s

March 22, 2008
One of the most diverse crowds I’ve ever seen at a bar - all ages and all walks of life found here. 17 drafts with offerings from Pyramid, Thomas Hooker, Smuttynose, Paulaner. Even the Duchesse on draft. Decent bottle selection as well, but I didn’t see a list so it may be better than the bottles that I actually saw. Average pub food. Overall a nice neighborhood bar, but really not comparable to a Monk’s or even Teresa’s.

March 1, 2008
Nice local place but the beer selection doesn’t stand up to places like Monk’s. Food was ok and service ok but not on a busy night like Friday and the place was very loud, normal for most bars.

November 15, 2006
Best bar in Philly. The beer is great. Always something new and the taps are clean and fresh. 16 Taps. Great food for lunch and dinner. Also great bar food. The best wings in Philly. Great service. Great to watch sports or hang out. Very diverse crowd and always friendly.

April 10, 2006
Great neighborhood pub. Truly representative of the neighborhood, enjoy a diverse and friendly crowd. Always a selection of microbrew specials and I can always count on great advice from awell informed waitstaff to help with my selections. Food specials always tasty and fresh. Give it a try but please don’t take my seat.

June 15, 2005
I can’t believe McMenamin’s hadn’t already been added. This is basically a local bar, full of friendly locals that is sort of a beer lover’s paradise located on the northwestern edge of the city. good rotating tap selection can surprise even people who are regular beer lovers here. recently dogfish 120 minute IPA was on tap (it didn’t last long). Usually 5 regular beers (beamish, yeungling, bass, harp and a hefeweizen), 2-3 belgians, a yards on the engine, and the rest rotate regularly. food specials start around 5:30 and change weekly. lunch specials are my favorite and change several times per week. families, even with children are common, but usually sit in the dining room in the back or outside. front bar has ample seating, though expect it crowded 7 nights a week. weekends can be crowded with 30 minute waits for tables - but well worth it. best eagles football bar in the city!