John Doyle started working at McGillin’s Olde Ale House in April 1974, making him the longest-serving bartender at Philadelphia’s oldest operating bar. And likely in the city, state and, the country! The bar will toast him with a year-long celebration beginning on April 27 and ending on March 17, 2025, which will be his 50th … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: Let’s welcome new contributor Erin Flynn Jay of Flynn Media! She will occasionally write for Philly Grub and check out what’s happening in the Philly food scene. I caught the Green Elephant Pop Up preview in Philadelphia. This festive bar is ready for the St. Patrick’s Day celebration. This is a great spot to … Continue reading
Off The Rail, located at 109 W. State Street in Media will re-open on February 6, 2024 following their closure in late-2023. This will be a staged process for the company, who will begin with the brand new dining room and small bar area, with plans for the outside bar and patio to re-open in … Continue reading
Good Dog Bar, the iconic establishment nestled in the heart of Philadelphia, announces its 20th-anniversary celebration aptly titled “Cheers to 20 Years.” The roaring twenties-themed event will take place on December 3 from 7:00 PM – closing, marking two decades of culinary excellence, camaraderie, and unwavering community support. Swing, sway, and wag the night away … Continue reading
Punch, Vox Media’s beverage brand, announced the Best New Bars of 2023. According to the editors at Punch, the list showcases the year’s best new concepts, including cocktail and wine bars, neighborhood joints, and prestige hotel bars across the country. On the list of five total establishments is Philadelphia’s Post Haste, which opened in June 2023 … Continue reading
Royal Boucherie, the buzzing French-inspired lively neighborhood bistro in Old City, is ringing in November with the launch of an all-new bar menu, featuring innovative small plates like Chicken and Foie Gras Nuggets or the Octo-Dog, now available solely at the bar all day long. Royal Boucherie’s ambient lighting and antique interior make for an ideal setting for guests to cozy-up in … Continue reading
It was announced on Facebook yesterday that Manayunk Tavern, which has been open at 4247 Main Street in Manayunk for the past 16 years, would close and become Bar Jawn – run by the Pizza Jawn folks. The menu will be revamped with an emphasis on Italian fare and cocktails. A full re-branding is expected … Continue reading
Spring has arrived in Philadelphia and the city’s top restaurant pop-up experience is covered in blossoms, buds and beautiful blooms. Craftsman Row Saloon, at 112 S. 8th Street launches its first Blooming Garden Pop-Up Experience starting Tuesday, March 21st, through the end of the summer. Craftsman Row Saloon has transforms the space from ceiling to … Continue reading
Xfinity Live!, the one-of-a-kind dining and entertainment district located in the heart of the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is channeling warm summer days at the beach with its newest addition, a Crush Bar, serving up the unassuming, albeit undeniably refreshing, orange crush cocktail plus nine other variations. The Crush Bar is now open in NBC Sports Arena every Friday … Continue reading
NoChe by FCM Hospitality in Rittenhouse Square will host its grand opening on Thursday, December 15th on the second floor at 1901 Chestnut Street. Hot on the heels of last week’s opening of Rosy’s Cafe just blocks away, Owner Avram Hornik presents a sophisticated and posh cocktail lounge that pays tribute to his former nightclub … Continue reading
