Philadelphia, PA - Dive bars are a break from the upscale downtown party scene. A casual, unpretentious location serves up various inexpensive beers, cocktails, and (occasionally) cheap snacks.
Best Philadelphia Dive Bars and Tavern
Philly has tons of dive bars scattered across the city. PhillyBite Magazine has put together a list of our Top 10 based on drink prices, reputation, and overall aesthetic.
Ray's Happy Birthday Bar
Longtime dive bar where locals and hipsters rub elbows in South Philly, with karaoke on Fridays and local bands on Saturdays. Located at 1200 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147
El Bar
This cash-only dive bar has a deck under the train tracks with weekly live music and diverse crowds. Located at 1356 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Fiume
A dive bar located in a small, cramped space with a dirty frat vibe. They boost over 150 beers, primarily cans and bottles. Located at 229 S 45th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104
McCusker's Tavern
Great staff and food well above what you'd expect from a dive bar, with cheap drinks and a mixed crowd. Located at 2601 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Oscar's Tavern
This old-school dive bar serves up pub grub & cocktails amid red booths, wood-paneled walls an old jukebox. Located at 1524 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Tony's Way
You might feel weird about drinking at a bar under the El. Still, Toney's is one of the best dive if you want to step out of your comfort zone bars in the city. Located at 1900 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Dirty Frank's
Cash-only dive bar filled with eclectic knickknacks dangling from the ceiling and plenty of local art. Located at 347 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Bob & Barbara's Cocktail Lounge
A jazz bar and worn-in dive bar famous for its rowdy crowds and cheap beer-&-a-shot specials. Located at 1509 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146
Tattooed Mom
A hipster dive bar with great food & drink specials, pool tables, and candy on the bar. Located at 530 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
The Dive Bar
As the name implies, the perfect dive bar and hangout allow smoking in the evenings and boasts a free happy hour pizza. Located at 947 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147
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