7 Philadelphia Irish Pubs To Check Out With Friends
The excellent selection of bars and restaurants in the city of Philadelphia includes its fair share of great Irish pubs. According to lawnstarter.com via the US Census Bureau, Philadelphia has…

The excellent selection of bars and restaurants in the city of Philadelphia includes its fair share of great Irish pubs.
According to lawnstarter.com via the US Census Bureau, Philadelphia has the second-highest percentage of Irish Americans of any major US city. Behind only Boston, Massachusetts.
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McGillin’s Olde Ale House never fails to deliver a good party atmosphere. Especially when the Center City bar hosts big crowds on the days of major events in Philadelphia. Ask any local person in their 20s who's ever been out in Center City. You're bound to get the same response I did when I asked friends about their favorite Irish pubs.
The Black Taxi in Fairmount offers the perfect atmosphere with live music right by the bar. Its beautiful interior offers the right blend of a local Philly flavor and an Irish twist. I've never found a better place in Philadelphia to enjoy an intimate atmosphere with friends.
If you’re looking for a more quaint experience, Murph’s Bar is always trustworthy to save a comfortable seat at the bar and a cold drink in your hand right in the heart of Fishtown.
Paddy Whack's has locations on South Street and in the Northeast, while Tir na nÓg and Con Murphy's sit in the heart of Center City by the Ben Franklin Parkway.
Some Philadelphians prefer a spot where it’s always sunny like Mac’s Tavern on Market Street in Old City.
My friends and family in the Irish Catholic neighborhoods of Delaware County always know how to make St. Patrick's Day a party at local pubs like the Crossbar and McSorley’s in Havertown, Sligo in Media, or Cawley’s in Upper Darby. Molly Maguire’s in Phoenixville and Kildare’s in West Chester are two of the best Chester County has to offer.
Local pubs deliver particularly exciting live music, Irish dancing, and other special events every year leading up to St. Patrick's Day on March 17.
The city of Philadelphia boasts 7 of the best Irish pubs you’ll find in the United States.
Enjoy all of them on St. Paddy's Day and any day throughout the year.
Con Murphy's Irish Pub
Con Murphy's is located in the heart of Center City on the Ben Franklin Parkway attached to the Windsor Suites.
1700 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tir na nÓg Irish Bar & Grill
Tir na nÓg is another Center City favorite on the Ben Franklin Parkway. It's become a regular gathering spot on Thanksgiving Eve for people returning home to celebrate the holiday.
1600 Arch St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Fadó Irish Pub
Fadó is one of the most popular Irish pubs in the city. They draw especially big crowds for important soccer matches.
1500 Locust St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
McGillin's Olde Ale House
McGillin's has a reputation as one of the most popular gathering spots for all types of crowds, especially for major events like Eagles games, the Mummers Parade, and of course St. Patrick's Day.
1310 Drury St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Moriarty's Restaurant
Moriarity's serves some delicious food to enjoy with your beverage of choice.
1116 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Mac's Tavern
Check out that incredible art work at Rob McElhenney's bar in Old City. The interior features some festive decor from It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
226 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Black Sheep Pub
Enjoy the beauty and luxury of Rittenhouse at the Black Sheep on 17th Street.
247 S 17th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103