Philly's oldest bar will commemorative the Semiquincentennial with:
8 oz. Angus Beef BURGER grilled to perfection & topped with roasted red peppers, Bleu cheese & sweet caramelized onions on a toasted brioche bun
FRIES
All for only $17.76 throughout 2026.
McGillin’s has opened a permanent shoppe in Midtown Village for McGillin’s fans, locals, tourists and convention attendees. Featuring McGillin’s wear, unique Philly souvenirs and Irish imports not found anywhere else in the city.
Located at 123 S. Juniper Street (between Sansom and Walnut - just 1 block from the bar). Open daily from 12 noon to 6 p.m.
All items also available
online. We ship anywhere.
Come drown your sorrows with Pints of McGillin's 1850 IPA, McGillin's Real Ale & McGillin's Genuine Lager. If you're lucky enough to get a refund, spend a wee bit celebrating -- at McGillin's. On April 15.
Stop at McGillin's to watch the draft on our high def & projector screen TVs. On April 23-25, 2026.
Instead of doing something stuffy and uncomfortable, bring your administrative professional for lunch at McGillin's. And, whatever you do, don't forget! On Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Drink in the season at McGillin's. Our 2026 Spring Cocktails:
Strawberry Lemonade Spritz - Ketel One Vodka, Lemonade, Strawberry Simple Syrup, Soda Water, Mint $10
Watermelon Basil Margarita - Don Julio Tequila, Orange Liqueur, Homemade Watermelon-Basil Margarita Mix, Salt Rim, Lime Wedge $12
Pineapple Ginger Smash - Jim Beam Pineapple Bourbon, Ginger Beer, Splash of Pineapple Juice, Lime Wedge $10
Amalfi Breeze - Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Limoncello, OJ, Soda Water, Orange Wedge $11
Peachy Keen Spritz - Empress 1908 Elderflower & Rose Gin, Peach Simple Syrup, Lemon-lime Soda, Rosemary Spritz $10
Honey D.E.W. Bloom - Tullamore Dew Honey, Melon Liqueur, Lemonade, Mint $11
Watch for Earth Day food & drink specials.
Watch the games on our high def and projector screen TVs. Click to see our Baseball, Beers & Brotherly Love
t-shirt &
sweatshirt. And don't miss our food & drink specials including our Phillie-tini and random dollar dog days throughout the season.
Join us for mugs of our McGillin's Genuine Lager by Troegs Brewing. On April 7.
Watch the games on the high-def & projector screen TVs at McGillin's! Food & drink specials thru 4/6:
ALLEY OOP $9 - Jägermeister dropped in Red Bull
ORANGE SWISH $8 - Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka, Lemon-Lime Soda, OJ, Orange Wedge
TRIPLE THREAT $10.99 -Potato Skins w/Broccoli Bites, Fried Shrimp w/Sour Cream, Thai Chili Sauce & Ranch
Join us for a book talk about
Cheers to McGillin's: Philly's Oldest Tavern at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania (1300 Locust Street or virtual) on National Beer Day. Christopher Mullins, Jr., co-owner, & Irene Levy Baker, author, will share colorful tales about the bar’s 165-year history. The book includes photos from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, a foreword by former Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, and food & drink recipes. Each attendee will receive a discount coupon for lunch at McGillin’s and at McGillin’s new Shoppe. On-site tickets include admission to the talk and the exhibit
Changing Faces of Independence.
Cheers to McGillin's: Philly's Oldest Tavern will be available for purchase onsite or with ticket. Complimentary tickets for students by emailing programs@hsp.org. In-person and virtual. On
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. For ticket:
Click here.
Hear tales of yesteryear, ghost stories, love stories, and modern day secrets revealed over beers and cheers. Chris Mullins, co-owner of the family-owned bar, and Irene Levy Baker, author of newly-published “Cheers to McGillin’s,” will tell stories about the historic bar and how it
survived the Civil War, two world wars, two pandemics, a fire, and even Prohibition. At McGillin’s. On Sunday, April 19. From 1-3 p.m.
Ticketed event. Each participant will get a signed copy of the book, hot & cold appetizers, discount on meal before/after event, a chance to win prizes and more. Cash bar available. To register:
click here.
Hear tales of yesteryear, ghost stories, love stories, and modern day secrets revealed over beers and cheers. Chris Mullins, co-owner of the family-owned bar, and Irene Levy Baker, author of newly-published “Cheers to McGillin’s: Philly's Oldest Bar,” will tell stories about the bar and how it
survived the Civil War, two world wars, two pandemics, a fire, and even Prohibition. And reveal a newly-discovered link to the Union League and historic photos from the Historical Society of Pennsylvania and century old scrapbooks. The book includes a forward by Edward G. Rendell. Free but sign up needed.Tuesday, April 28 a
t the Pen & Pencil, 1522 Latimer Street (between 15th & 16th, Spruce & Locust) at 7 p.m. FREE. Click here to sign up.
PINT of McGillin's 1860 IPA by Troegs Independent Brewing.
