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    Cavanaugh's Riverdeck

    2.4 (238 reviews)
    ModerateDance Clubs, Bars
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Cavanaugh's Riverdeck - The dry wings given to me as a "courtesy." - Dance Clubs Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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    Old bay fries, cheesesteak spring rolls and mozzarella sticks
    Tamika B.

    First time visiting Cavanaugh's Riverdeck was for an event and it was decent. The place is mostly outside with different spots that are shaded by tent(s). The view of the water, bridge etc added to the experience. Since this review is based on the event, I think my time spent was cool. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Had a few drinks and appetizers. Tried the old bay fries & cheese sauce, cheesesteak spring rolls and mozzarella sticks. Tasted good and appropriate for this type of day. Bathroom was clean which is important to note! The bartenders and staff were friendly. They worked hard and kept the place cleaned while the event was going on.

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    Jenaya P.

    I'll give this about a 2.5......yea, since I'm about that wonderful world of the 30's life...eh I prefer a more older crowd. I came to the Riverdeck to celebrate my bestie's birthday on a Saturday and the vibe was party party party and everyone was having a good time. Getting in was quite easy, the bouncers were friendly and of course you had to show ID, we went to the booth to pay and at first they were gonna charge us 10.00 but so glad I made the decision to go online and make reservations which saved us 5.00. The music was ok, they played a lot of 90's music. I like that the dj was on the stage and hyping the crowd up which seemed to consist of the younger 20's crowd. They had drinking contests and people were getting wasted. They also had food, we decided to get drinks, they were a little pricey but I can be cheap lol the drinks were a little over 10.00. They also had the ladies going around serving 3.00 shots which were definitely good, I even got a little buzzed. Overall I'll prolly come back to check out their Sunday reggae nights as I hear that's a more older crowd and it be pretty nice on that day.

    Jennifer P.

    The location and size of this place is great. The views are AMAZING. I didn't order any drinks while I was there because I wasn't feeling well so I cannot speak to the quality of drinks or service. The entrance fee was $10. The atmosphere is really nice and they had multiple DJs. The biggest issue here was the crowd. My friends and I had a GREAT night and all we did was people watch all night. There were several fights that broke out and security was quick to break them out and escort people out. It appeared that people were drinking past their limits and didn't know how to act properly. This place has so much potential but the crowds they attract (at least that night) were out of control. The security staff was very alert and responded quickly to every situation. If I go to Philly again I'm am unsure if I would visit again.

    Apparently they add 18% gratuity even though their receipts clearly says gratuity $0.00
    Cody F.

    This place is super shady went here last night for a birthday. We had reservations for 8pm and were seated at 8:20 whatever no big deal but then 2 of the people in our group were about 10 mins late and security wouldn't let them in to sit with us claiming something about covid which didn't make any sense since they even stood in line and were fine with going through security. Finally, after much complaining, they let them in. The food and drinks we got were fine and our waitress was good, but then we paid and I checked the receipt this morning and they charged us an 18% gratuity and never told us, and they even printed on the receipt $0.00 gratuity. I tried calling and contacting and no ever picks up and their email isn't even correct. Beware this place will try to scam you!

    Me just cooling at Cavanaugh's Riverdeck.
    Dewayne B.

    Attended a day party there on July 25th hosted by Philly's own DJ Gary O. And had a ball!! The place is spacious and I enjoyed some good music, nice scenery and decent libations that day! Good summertime place to chill and hangout especially on the weekends. Parking is limited in the area but still a decent venue to checkout nonetheless.

    Nancy N.

    This isn't the best bar in Philly but it's overlooking the river and I always have a great time with my friends. We always do an open bar here, you can set one up through their website. $25 for a 3 hour open bar? Why not?! It's only a $1 charge to add red bull and you usually get a free app coupon and $20 "Cav's Cash" you can use the same night. Great deals!!! The DJ is usually the typical Top 40, EDM, Boy Band, Hip Hop Music. No complaints there. My friends and I just love going here to get drunk within 3 hours and dance a lot. The best night to go is definitely Saturday nights. We typically go on Saturday nights but this past weekend, we did Friday night. It wasn't as crowded. Which I guess is good. The bathrooms are medicore and very hot and usually there's a line past midnight. But, you get what you pay for.

    Three G.

    I've been here a few times and it's got its pros and cons. First the bad: there's a cover to get in and apparently if you sign up for the list online to get in free, it doesn't work. The service is okay. There's a bathroom attendant who's pushy for tips when it's kind of a disaster in there. I've been handled by the security many times when trying to get people to leave or to push me out of the way to address someone else. The drinks are a bit expensive and the music sucks. Finally, they do not give out water. Someone in my group had a little too much one night and desperately needed some. But instead of caring for their customers, I was shooed away. Next the good: location. You can't beat a place that has a dance floor on the waterfront. It's usually packed. And even though the music is questionable we get used to it after a few drinks. We recommend Jeager bombs. You can also dance on the stage and sometimes they give out stuff! And since there are so many bars there's usually no wait for a drink. Oh and best part? There's a food section open late. Perfect for a slice in between dances. And a quiet corner to enjoy a smoke or just get away. It's a great set up. Just needs better management.

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    Carlie is the best, she is a great bartender and helped me and my friends throughout the night

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    It looks like I'm once again in the minority here, but maybe because I'm so used to the club scene,…read moreI'm just more used to it that everyone else. I came here with a guy friend last night to let off some steam, and we both had a blast! Yes, the drinks were rather stingy (but they were free, so whatever), but we don't need to be liquored up like so many of the people who obviously can't let loose without some liquid courage. Pros: Top 40/ Hip Hop, free cover (Saturdays), and open bar Cons: People on the dance floor sloshing drinks all over, stingy 'free' drinks We had an awesome time here last night, and maybe it's just because we know the crowd that tends to hang out here (go for a couple weeks, and you'll be able to pick them out too!), so we all just have a good time regardless. If you're not super uptight, you'll probably have a good time.

    DO NOT COME HERE/AVOID AT ALL COST!!!…read more Started out as a decent Halloween party until my friend got assaulted by the security guard where he literally slapped as hard as he could the phone out of her hand. Btw she has a scratch and was so upset for the remainder of the night/morning after. The owner was NOT apologetic for his staff and just disregarded the event as 'stuff happens.' Then he proceeded to THREATEN us that 'if we filed a false report, we'd get arrested.' BTW, we have video evidence that it exactly went down the way my friend described it to be and that the club/bouncer/owner was TOTALLY in the wrong. Also another fellow student got her phone confiscated for no reason AND my bf was accused of having a fake ID (he's 30 btw). This club is literally the shittest place we've ever been to. I mean who the hell even writes reviews for clubs but I had to since everyone else should know how TERRIBLE they are. Would never come back and would not recommend it.

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    Grateful doesn't even begin to cover it. I had an amazing…read morefirst time experience at the Filmore. It's been a long time since I've been to a concert, and what I experienced at Tash Sultana's show was unlike anything I've ever witnessed before. Drums. Guitar. Saxophone. Flute. Bells and sooo much more. Vocals that soared from whispers to powerful crescendos. Every instrument seemed like an extension of Tash, and every note felt intentional. People often say music is healing, music is therapy, music is universal. Last night, I felt that. Not just heard it--felt it. The audience wasn't there just to watch a performance. We were there to witness artistry. To share a moment of connection through rhythm, sound, and frequency. For a few hours, strangers were a community united by music/frequency. The team at the Fillmore made the experience even better. From security and "Jay" at coat/merch check, "Meghan" Guest Services, "Bob" food & beverage service (Card Only). I enjoyed my "Vegan" Burger and the refreshing Wildberry beverage in a commemorative Filmore cup. Thank you for the recommendation, Blithe. "Steve" provided kind seating assistance upstairs. Everyone we encountered was welcoming and helpful. Those small acts of kindness matter and should be acknowledged and are very much appreciated. And to Tash--thank you. Thank you for sharing your gifts so generously. Thank you for creating a space where people could simply be present, breathe, feel, and reconnect with themselves. I've traveled through a lot in life, but last night reminded me why "live music matters". Some concerts entertain you. Some concerts remind you who you are. Somewhere along the way, my son and I became known as "the cake people." If you know, you know. If you haven't experienced Tash Sultana yet, do yourself a favor: Tune in. Thank you again Filmore for hosting this memorable experience.

    This was a GA (General Admission) concert that I attended. I always give it up to people who can…read morestand for an entire show and because I really wanted to see Bob Moses and Cannons, I decided to give this type of experience a try for the first time. GA shows are not easy to attend because chances are, you will run into a more rowdier crowd. Here is how I prepared myself the day of to ease some of my anxiety: - Go early to secure a good spot to stand at. - Drink lots of water before going. You don't want to lose your space by going to the restroom. Expect to stand for 4+ hours. - Eat a good meal, you don't want to faint. - Wear comfortable shoes. We left on a Friday night from New Jersey to Philly during rush hour in mad traffic. Got to the venue 20 minutes before the show started and I was so surprised to get a spot in the first row in front of the stage. I was like...no wayyyy!!! Acoustic here transmitted pitch perfectly. My videos do not do it justice. The sound was incredible. I think I danced every second of every moment. We really lucked out with some of the nicest people around us. While dancing at one point, a girl tapped me on the shoulder and said..."you're like the only one dancing and I think that's awesome that you're not afraid to do so". I replied, it's frickin Bob Moses, how can you not dance? Loved that I got to dance with a couple of the wild girls standing near me. Lol. Staff here are extremely friendly. One of the security guards below the stage was nice enough to ask if I wanted any water. There are a few bar areas for alcoholic drinks and small bites. Highly recommend this cool a$$ venue. It was standing room only for this show but seats were available for an extra $200 in the upper mezzanine, first come first serve. Restrooms: clean and plenty of stalls. Note: River Casino across the street offers free parking. We got to grab a bite to eat there afterwards.

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