Philly's Oldest Tavern

We
Opened
The Year
Lincoln Was
Elected
WE
SURVIVED
PROHIBITION
WE WERE
HERE BEFORE
CITY HALL
WAS BUILT

McGillin’s Olde Ale House threw open its doors the year Lincoln was elected president. That’s shortly after the Liberty Bell cracked and long before ground was broken for Philadelphia City Hall. The beer taps have been flowing since 1860 — making it the oldest continuously operating tavern in Philadelphia and one of the oldest taverns in the country.

Daily Special
Friday

Food & Drink specials starting at 5 pm

$8 Cheesesteak Eggrolls

$5 Wine

$5 Cover after 9 p.m.

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Saturday

Drink specials 11 am – 3 pm

$5 Bloody Marys (with our homemade Bloody Mary mix)

$5 Mimosas

$5 Bellinis (peach nectar & sparkling wine)

$5 Cover after 9 p.m.

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Sunday

Drink specials 11 am – 3 pm

$5 Bloody Marys (with our homemade Bloody Mary mix)

$5 Mimosas

$5 Bellinis (peach nectar & sparkling wine)

LIVE KARAOKE 9 p.m.

Buy this season’s Eagles Super Mug for $6 & get $2 refills of Bud Light — every Eagles game — all season long!

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Monday

Food & Drink specials starting at 5 pm

$5 Bowl of Mussels

$4 pints of McGillin’s 1860 IPA

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Tuesday

Food & Drink specials starting at 5 pm

Wings with bleu cheese, celery and carrot – .50 cents each

$9 Pitchers of Bud Light

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Wednesday

Food & Drink specials starting at 5 pm

$3 Tacos (2)

$5 Featured Craft Pint

$6 Teremana Cocktails

$6 Wine

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

$6 well drinks

$10 Pitchers of Rolling Rock

$11 Bud Light, Coors Light & Michelob Ultra Pitchers

LIVE KARAOKE 9 p.m.

Thursday

Food & Drink specials starting at 5 pm

$6 Cheese Nachos

$6 Margaritas

Open Mic Night on 2nd floor 9 p.m.

$17.76 for Angus Burger, Fries, Pint of McGillin’s 1860 IPA (11 am – 1 am)

Upcoming
For America's 250th Anniversary - only $17.76
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
🍺 PINT of McGillin's 1860 IPA by Troegs Independent Brewing.
 
All for only $17.76 throughout 2026.
Now Open! Permanent Shoppe
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. 
Philadelphia Auto Show
McGillin’s is just a short walk from Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center. Stop by before/after the show for a meal/drink. Food & drink specials from January 31 to February 8, 2026
🚗 PINK CADILLAC - Grey Goose Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Sprite, Lime wedge $9
🚗 GREEN LIGHT - Patron Silver Tequila, Lime juice, simple syrup, soda water, lime wedge $10
🚗 CRUISE CONTROL - Bacardi Silver Rum, Pineapple, Orange, Splash of Grenadine $9
 
 
Valentine’s Day
More couples have met at McGillin’s Olde Ale House than anyplace else in Philadelphia. Meet some of the couples who met at Philly's oldest bar. We'll be serving Valentine's Day-themed  food & cocktails specials.
 
President’s Day
It's a long weekend and that means one more night to party at McGillin’s.
National Margarita Day
Stop by for Classic Margaritas. Strawberry, Mango & Peach Margaritas too! February 22.
Winter Cocktail Menu 2026
❄ FROSTBITE - Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Blue Curacao, Jacquin's White Creme de Cacao, Cream, Maraschino Cherry $12
❄ SNOW KISSED COCOA - Samuel Gelson's Irish Whiskey, Irish Cream, Hot Chocolate, Dollop of Whipped Cream, Snowflake Sprinkles $11
❄ SOLSTICE SPICE MULE - Ketel One Vodka, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Ginger Beer, Orange Wedge, Rosemary Sprig $11
❄ CRANBERRY ORANGE FIZZ - Tanqueray Gin, Simple Syrup, Cranberry Juice, OJ, Sparkling Water, Cranberries $11
❄ FIRESIDE - Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Hot Cider, Cinnamon-Sugar Rim, Cinnamon Stick $11
❄ SWEATER WEATHER BOURBON SOUR - Bulleit Bourbon, Lemon Juice, OJ, Simple Syrup, Orange Wedge, Maraschino Cherry $11
 
Couples Reunion
Mix, mingle & meet other couples who met, had their 1st date, got engaged or have another romantic connection to McGillin's.  And a special book talk about "Cheers to McGillin's: Philly's Oldest Tavern" with emphasis on the chapter about the mating magic here. Showing lots of photos. Attendees get 2 drink tickets, appetizer buffet, romance-oriented book talk, discounted house beers, discount coupon for lunch at McGillin's and merch in the new McGillin's Shoppe. Signed, personalized books will be available for purchase. Perfect Valentine's Day activity! Click here for tickets (One ticket needed per couple.) February 3, 2026.
 
Mardi Gras
The good times are rolling at McGillin's with Hurricanes  and a rotating list of New Orleans-style food specials  including Jambalaya, Shrimp and Grits, Mussels Creole and more! Mardi Gras on February 17, 2026
Olympics Specials
Watch the Olympic games on our high def & projector screen TVs. And enjoy these food & drink specials (2/6-2/22)
🥇GOLD MEDAL - Smirnoff Vodka, pineapple juice, Sour mix, Orange Liqueur, Orange Wedge, American Flag $10
🥇WORLD RECORD - Don Julio Blanco, Raspberry Liqueur, Grapefruit Juice, Sugar Rim, Maraschino Cherry, American Flag $10
🥇PINT OF MICHELOB ULTRA - Official beer of Team USA $4.50
🥇OLYMPIC RINGS: Basket of sliced onions, hand-dipped in beer batter & GOLDen fried. Served with side of Ranch, Marinara and spicy Mayo $8.99
🥇RED, WHITE & BLEU BURGER - Angus Beer Burger grilled to perfection & topped with Roasted Red Peppers, Bleu Cheese & Sweet Caramelized Onions, served on a brioche bun with fries & a pint of McGillin's 1860 IPA $17.76
Note: TV sound mostly off.
 
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