If you really want the real Philadelphia, you gotta come to dive bars off the beaten path of Centre City, Rittenhouse, etc. TBH even Fishtown's gotta too cool for my old millenial sensibilities. Cranky Joe's is a solid local spot close to family, also a go-to in need a quick bite and a pint. read more

I got to say, this place is very unassuming. You could probably head into here in your PJ's and not receive any strange looks. The beer is mega-cheap, the vibe is ultra casual - and they have Quizzo where people don't cheat! (Imagine that!). The best part is the hidden second floor, which, if you're lucky, you can have to yourself with your buddies. Let's say you have to know the right nights - the "quiet" nights - and it seriously feels like a house party. You can watch the TV or listen to the music of your choosing, play some free darts, and use the nearly spotless restrooms at your leisure. I wouldn't go here for a big "night on the town" type of event, but on a SMTW night, no doubt! read more

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I love this little dive bar. The two bartenders we see most often are Joe and Sam and they're both delightful. The prices are right, too. The food is probably the same stuff in the freezer aisle of the grocery but damn if it doesn't hit. I'll keep coming back as long as I live here read more

Love the feel of this place, super chill and laid back. Sweet place to grab some cheap drinks and food and toss some darts! 2nd floor has a really nice set up for steel darts, two beautiful, well lit boards with electronic scoring. I can see myself coming back many times this summer! Can't wait to Duke it up here! And to the nay says about locals only... Upon our first visit, we were well taken care of, met everyone, super friendly staff and patrons. read more

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Love it. Small and friendly. Delicious ravioli bites and sweet potato fries. Appreciated Joe's customer service! Big fan!

I have lived in this area for quite a bit and can say that this bar encompasses what a local pub should be. The former establishment at this residence had a bit of a reputation for rif-raf and I was pleasantly surprised that has changed with new ownership. I don't think there are too many locals here despite what the other reviews say. I actually think it's quite a decent mix of people in a friendly, laid back and clean environment. It has a pleasant game day atmosphere - plenty of TVs - and great drink specials. Oh, and the food! It totally trumps all the other pub grub in the area. The staff is so nice, they'll make it to order so you get real personalized attention. Everyone is so accommodating and nice. Vaughn is my favorite bartender - always a smile and a full glass! They host a lively Quizzo on Monday nights and I hear they have a great dart tourney on other nights (Tuesday, I think). There's shuffleboard, quiz games, pinball, etc. too. Great jukebox. Adequate seating. I never leave there unsatisfied and they get five stars, hands-down, for the details such as hooks under the bar for your purse - love that! Overall, a comfortable atmosphere where you can kick back and have that cozy neighborhood feel. Cheers! read more

Very good neighborhood bar, prices are low, food is good, and atmosphere is friendly. Even a good spot to bring your family to for lunch or an early dinner (it is a sports bar though, so you'll get what you'd imagine if a game is on). Everything you'd want from a local sports spot without the riff raff that usually comes in a one $ symbol establishment. Would have given them five stars but they had a chicken nugget eating contest and didn't give me a trophy when I won (74 nuggets in 12 minutes), even after a competitor vomited about 75 of them up on my shoulder (but they did give me a decent new shirt). read more

Loved going here on a Saturday night, so much better than all the other bars in that vicinity. Great prices! Golden Tee! Cool people to chat with! Cranky Joe is really great. I loved the vibe here and the prices are right. That night it was $5 24 ounce Twisted Tea cans. We ended up going back the next day on a Sunday afternoon. Thats where I'm docking one star because it was a weird array of people, the bartender was sort of a mess and we just didn't feel comfortable. I would suggest sticking to weekend evenings or maybe Sunday football days. read more

Awesome dive bar. Entire staff is pretty much friends and family of owner. Very local crowd, but open and friendly to everyone. Staff is quick, friendly, and very chatty. It's a local dive bar with sports on TV, cheap beer, and free darts, so what can you say? Food is also decent bar food. So yeah, it's a great place to get some drinks and maybe a snack. One warning: It's a dive bar. So if you are looking for glitz and glam and hipster bartenders, look elsewhere. On the other hand, you can go alone without feeling like a complete loser, so yeah. Definitely go. read more

They have $2 Miller High Life bottles all day, every day. What more could you ask for? The bartenders are always super friendly. The food was waaay better than we expected from a bar. Now we'll call and order food for take out. The chicken fingers are money. Pair that up with some cajun fries and you're good to go. They also have all your other typical bar food (cheesesteaks, pizza rolls, jalapeno poppers, deli sandwiches, etc). It's family owned and run and just has a laid back neighborhood vibe to it. They've got some HD screens, darts, and some other bar video games to round out the package. And finally, the killer specials! read more

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Great neighborhood bar. Everyone knows each other and treats new comers - like they are one of us. Good food and prices cheaper than across the street. read more

Cranky Joe's - Sports Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Went here on the steak special night and let me say, SUCH A GOOD TASTING AND MEATY STEAK! WOW! It took quite a LOOOONG TIME for our order to come and I thought perhaps the popularity of the night with $5 steaks (SO NOT THE CASE). I decided to give them another shot and try their wing night. OH BOY! WHAT A MISTAKE THAT WAS! Arrived at 9:30P and wings (less than 2 dozen) and 1 order of fries did not come out until 10:32P. When the wings did arrive they weren't even the type of wings I ordered and they were OVER COOKED. The service both times were POOR and no one engaged in conversation as to what was the hold up with the order on both days or to assure us that the order would be coming up soon. The beer was warm and never were we asked if we needed anything else. THE ONLY TIME we were asked that is when I asked for the check. IT DOESN'T EVEN MATTER IF THE FOOD WAS GOOD, IT IS THE SERVICE THAT WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO EVER GO BACK THERE OR RECOMMEND TO ANYONE. read more

I just moved in to the area and was looking for a bar to grab a bite to eat with my dad. The bar is within walking distance, which was a definite plus. When yo walk in, you notice that it isn't a very large bar. What made the experience as good as it was, were the employees and the people in the bar. You could tell that the people sitting at the bar were neighborhood regulars who probably come in four or five times a week. They knew that my dad and I had never been there simply because we had never seen them. I thought that we were going to grab lunch and leave after an hour, but after everyone introduced themselves to us we started talking (about everything under the sun), we stayed for three and a half hours. The employees were very welcoming and they joked around with the patrons. They make the food right in front of you and there are four television screens with sports games on them (they have the NFL ticket). It was a great experience. If you're looking for an upscale dimly-lit "bar" with 50 types of Belgian beer, then this isn't your place. If you're looking for a welcoming, home-feeling local bar with good people, good employees, good beer and good food, then this is your place. The prices are cheap and the atmosphere is good. I will definitely be back once or twice a week. read more

This is my go-to bar. I moved to the Falls in '05. The beer is cheap and the food is good. The Kelly Mayo is my FAV (it's broken up crispy chicken pieces, spicy mayo, lettuce and banana peppers- omg....it's good- $6) The atmosphere is welcoming- very diverse crowd...they sponsor the local LGBT team, which tickles me, because when you walk in this bar, the feel is that it's blue-collar rough neck...but it's not. These folks are real nice. If you want to talk, they talk...if you don't, they leave you to your thoughts. The game is always on- and sometimes there is movie nights. Quizzo is Wednesday and it's F'n competitive. The geeks come out this night! I really like this bar. It's like the bar that's "home base". I don't know why they call it "Cranky Joe's" though...Joe is seriously a sweet heart. read more

Great neighborhood bar! Good food and friendly service! Darts, Golden Tee, Pinball, MegaTouch, juke box... Everything you need for a fun day out with friends! read more

We're only visiting the city and staying in East Falls, but this is one of the best neighborhood dive bars we've ever visited. Very friendly local crowd who I suspect have been coming in for years. Bartender (Joe the owner) made us feel like we were regulars. Prices cheap. I'll actually miss this place when we go home. read more

It's strange in there with strange people coming in. And while cheap, the food was not so good. Go to Buckets/Falls Taproom instead. Much nicer read more

Great corner bar in east falls. The employees are always fun and friendly. Good food and cold beer at a reasonable price.

So the $7 Monday pitchers ($9 any other times), $2 happy hour pints, and friendly service has earned this place another star in my book. Finally, something cheap and low-key to hit up on a random night. read more

I really enjoy this place! Several great beers on tap and many others to choose from. The staff is always super friendly. The fact that Joe and his family/friends work here makes it an even better, relaxing atmosphere. Plus, they have a killer pulled pork sandwich! What more could a person ask for?? I've been stopping in here for a few years now and never had a bad experience. Keep up the good work Cranky Joe's! read more

Just moved into the neighborhood and I am defiantly calling Joe's my new watering hole! Great time good food and just an awesome neighborhood bar! read more

Nice little local bar. Good prices. Cute outside patio with picnic tables and Edison lights.

I just moved to East falls and went out to find a place to kick back and nock back a few. I felt like a leper it's one of those places where if you're not a long time local you're not welcome. The beer was cheep the service slow. If you're not one of them look out. read more

Everyone that works here is SO sweet, especially Cranky Joe himself. You can always go here for a pleasant conversation. Beer prices are awesome and the Kelly Mayo is the way to go if you need a meal! Make sure you get Cajun fries with that. Keep up the good work, Cranky Joe's! read more

Food is great its Friday special is $5 stakes ... Beer is cold love this place a good time whenever your there

Not sure how we ended up in this small neighborhood Bar Grill, glad we did! Ate Philly cheesesteaks every where we ate during our 4 day stay (like 15 sandwiches). And this place had the best cheesesteak "wid wiz"! of the trip! Staff amazing! read more

Cranky's is a great neighborhood spot to grab a beer anytime! Laid back atmosphere, friendly staff, great service and awesome food makes it the perfect spot to hang out w a group of your buddies. To top it all off the prices are dirt cheap and the daily drink/food specials are pretty incredible ($2 mixed drinks, $2 high life every day, $7 pitchers, and even $5 burger w fries on Wednesdays all day!) if you're looking for a fun, relaxed time w some friends Crankys is the place to go! read more

This place was great! After reading the review about the rough crowd I was a little nervous. Not to worry. The employees were very friendly, the patrons who were coming in and out were friendly and the food was fabulous. Made to order and very accommodating. I loved it. Wish I had one in my neighborhood. I will go back for sure! read more

Long time resident of Roxborough moved to the Northeast then back again. moved down the street from Joe"s The wife and I where instantly taken care of and made to feel like a long time patron from the start. Family owned and run you will always find Joe or one of the kids working. Stop by tell um Bob & Kim sent you and you will fit right in. That's a promise. Beer is cold and competitively priced not cheap but normal for that area. read more

Cool spot in East Falls! The bartenders are friendly and its a very comfortable place to go and have a few!!!! They make you feel welcome!!!! read more