A quality neighborhood bar. Saturday at 2 PM and the place is packed with some people not having seats. Seemed like an early rush for a bar. I don't know of a game going on today. The bartender at the time was particularly very friendly and I could tell he gave off the same vibe to everyone. As I left this bar with a friend, one of the (assumedly) local patrons was telling us we should've purposely nudged a guy seated so that we could more easily leave the bar instead of slowly crossing over. That particular patron looked back at the first guy very annoyed. The first guy was probably already at least semi-drunk and just kept trying to go on with his "joke". Another thing that surprises me is that this bar is closed all day Sunday and that they open at 8 AM according to the Yelp page and stay open until 2 AM. Those are mad hours This coming Sunday, there was a big game with Eagles versus the 49ers. I've never heard of a bar open so early in the morning and not open on Sundays. Not open on Sunday because a lot of regular church-goers in the area, or the staff need a break and maybe they would want to go to church? Reminds me of Chik-Fil-A without the super late hours and instead of family friendly style food and drink and chicken icon, booze instead. There were no smokers when me and my friend were there. I was thankful for that. It looks like PA started to ban smoking in all bars in 2021. Personally, don't miss it! I already have a hard enough time breathing and sleeping without being around that stuff! No food at this establishment. Quality drinks on tap and reasonable prices. Nice staff. From a neighborhood bar, can you ask for anything more? read more

This first time I came to West Chester I was hitting the wrong bars. Not saying the other bars are bad, don't get me wrong my love for Ryan's, Saloon and Sprout (which is closed..) will always be in my heart. But the best bar in town is Jakes Bar! open 8am to 2am. great bar for the folks that work the night shift! My favorite part about Jakes Bar is that Dwayne and Derek remembered my choice of drink and shot. I walk in they greet me and before I can pull a $5 out there's a beer and shot on the table in front of me. BOOM! Thank you to all the staff at Jake's Bar! read more

Jake's Bar - Yuengling and a shot of Tullamore Due! - Dive Bars Near Me - West Chester, Pennsylvania

Great little bar. Cheap on tap beers, friendly bartender, fun atmosphere. I have never seen a truly on tap before & was excited but disappointed with how flat it was. It is a small tight area but if you go when it's not too busy, it's perfect for a group. Lots of t-shirt sizes. I'll be back! read more

small unassuming very small bar with amazingly cheep beer and drinks. A great stop for a $1 coors light draft all day every day!

Great little dive bar with the cheapest beers around. Best part is, they open at 8am and don't close until 2am. I just wish they were open on Sundays. I would have never known about this place if not for Bam Margera and the CKY crew. read more

So this place has 19 four or five star reviews. I'd love to know how many of these Yelpers SMOKE because this place REEKS! Dirty ashtrays are everywhere. Many of the points the good reviews make are true. Yes the beer and drinks in general are cheap. Yes the bartender was fine. Yes there is shuffle board. Yes it has that dive bar feel. Yes it is CASH ONLY. This place has several things going for it but I just can't get past the SMOKE. I won't be back. read more

Jake's is the move - $1 beers (coors light, red's, etc) and blue Moon is only $2. The bottom line is that if you don't wanna smell like cigs, don't go here. Otherwise, this is the place. Dwayne is the man and there's shuffle board and a jukebox. As long as you respect the bar, they will respect you. Best bar in West Chester read more

Went in with a real Maryland ID visiting my friend in west Chester and was refused drinks because my ID " wasn't real". I am 23 years old and have never been told my ID is fake. read more

Dive bar is the exact definition of this place. It gets high ratings just because it's so divey. I hope no one sees the rating and thinks "wow that place must be awesome." It's not. It's just a quintessential dive bar that's beloved because it's so grimy and nostalgic. Also the fact that so many generations of college kids have good memories of this place. "Bro remember when we got hammered at Jake's before finals?" & "Bro remember when you threw up on Becky and then Becky threw up on you outside of Jake's? " Those would be common snippets of people's memories of this bar. read more

I've only been to Jakes once but I feel in love with this place as soon as I got there. They've got a jukebox for music, holds some pretty good music. Also, there's a tv to catch some sports. Cheap but good beer. The only thing that may be a downside for some is they have indoor smoking. Great dive bar and good people. read more

In the category of Dive-Bars, Jake's is definitely a 5-star winner. As Russ and Lee commented, they have the cheapest beers in West Chester and I've observed that the clientle is generally there for one reason and one reason only - to get their drink on. It's small and gets very crowded the later you're there (especially on weekends) so go early if you want to sit down. They have a shuffleboard game sandwiched behind the tables if you like to play and the neons are insanely bright. Duane is at once terse and pleasant and is indeed a living legend in West Chester. Jake's has been selling t-shirts with the year printed on them for as long as I can remember, and I regret not buying one when I first visited in the 90's. But, I still wear my "00" shirt with pride. Jake's is always a part of our annual "West Chester Dive Bar Crawl" along with the Square Bar, Jitter's, Ryan's, and Rex's. We don't have the courage for the Spare Rib - yet. read more

I may live in Philly, but I will stay true to my West Chester roots. Jakes is a staple in WC, and Duane the bartender is a living legend. It opens at 8 am, which is great for both local and college drunks alike. Jake's location is absolutely perfectly placed amongst the student housing area, and is not easily found by outsiders. Words can not describe my love for Jake's. I wish I was there right now. Not only is beer .50 cents at all times, they also have the cheapest take-out six packs I have ever found. I remember one night drinking Peels pounders from Jake's in Amore's bathroom with a group of friends. If you ever make it there, buy a $3 shirt, and wear it with pride. This review is dedicated to snow days spent in that tiny bar on Matlack Street. read more

Oh Jake's, how I miss you. I've been away from WC for more years than I'd like to mention. I was happy to return to find that while most of WC has changed, Jake's is still holding strong. Duane is still the man. The beer is still astoundingly cheap. Your hours of operation are fantastic as well. I always make it a point to stop by Jake's when I'm in the area, even if my British husband isn't allowed inside b/c he doesn't have Pennsylvania ID. HA. Can't be too careful I suppose! read more

My absolute favorite bar in west Chester! Jake's is always a fun place to go. I'm just sad it took me so long before I finally went. Best dive bar around. read more

Jake's is perfect. Duane is the man, he always knows his regulars, and with a cool nod of his head, he just makes you feel like a badass. You're good. He knows you. Also, how can you beat dollar beers and inexpensive six packs?! You can't. Jake's is without flaw. read more

Favorite bar in West Chester. Dwayne is the ULTIMATE bartender. Dwayne = GOAT. Cheap beer. Locals. Good music. 10/10

$1 beers. Need I say more? They do get pretty crowded and stop letting people in after they reach maximum capacity (it's a super tiny place) so come early and stay a while. They also have six packs! However, their selection is extremely limited so if you don't like beer, cider, or shots this is not the place for you. And yes, this is a smoker's bar so if you aren't a smoker/don't have smoker friends then definitely go somewhere else. read more

It's what a dive should be. Cheap beer, fun music, and you and your friends spending less than 10 bucks a piece getting hammered. That's pretty much why this wonderful little broom closet exists. It is a small place that gets packed so get there early! read more

So many good times here during college, especially when I lived two blocks away. I'm coming home for the holidays and I plan to spend at least a few nights (or mornings) here. read more

Best bar in West Chester! They respect their customers, and you gotta respect them back for it. It has cheap beer and the best bartenders around. If you want the dive bar experience, this is it. read more

Went there a lot during my prime. This place is great. Can't beat the prices, especially the takeout beer. Note: If you don't like annoying college bars, avoid during school or Friday/Saturday nights. read more

I drove to this bar to watch a playoff football game Sunday January 12th and it was closed. Either they're not open anymore, or just not open on Sundays, which doesn't make any fucking sense, or they just happened to be closed on the day I attempted to go there. Either way it was a colossal waste of my time. Fuck this place. read more

$1 drafts from a local brew. Sure they are maybe 10 OZ, but a buck? You gotta be kidding me. They also sell six packs.. a bar selling six packs. "Come to the west coast!!" I shout from the rooftops. Of course a jukebox full of all my favorite jams, a shuffle board table, and oddly enough I adore you can smoke in here. Plus, who doesn't love a bar that is next door to a pizza shop and opens at 8 AM? Perfect. Just the perfect dive bar in all of mankind and I will proudly sport around my new tshirt! read more

Morgan S. Is a crum, you can take your lime and shove it. *************** best service in town cause they dont spend time slicing limes!!!

Jakes is the place to go if you don't feel like dressing up & you're broke. 50 cent drafts... shuffle board... juke boxes always playing some cool oldies. What's not to like? read more

I ordered tequila shots and asked for salt and lime which is pretty typical.... the bartender responded that they don't have limes.... WHAT!!! A bar without limes??? I asked him again if he really didn't have limes and he threatened to kick me out. Ridiculous!!! Get some limes and I'll come back read more

The ultimate college bar....50 cent draft all the time...shuffleboard....small....noisy....ahhh! Couldn't ask for more....just as good on a Tuesday as on a Friday read more

Jakes is the most impeccable, outstanding, incredible, and extraordinary bar in all of eastern Pennsylvania. The instant aroma of #cigsinside simply takes your breath away. There is nothing better than the crisp feeling of a Coors light hitting your lips, and for only one measly dollar, you honestly can't beat it. Jakes bar should never be disrespected. Disrespect can be shown by the following: overdressing, not tipping, trying to pay with credit/debit, and back-talking the bartender Dwayne. Remember to always request nickelback on the jukebox and to never forget your lighter. You're welcome. read more

Cheap beer. Came here after a night of drinking and drank more... Cheap and fun even tho the lighting is super bright. I live in California now but when I come back home I'll be hittin this place up ! read more

When looking to get your night started off right, you HAVE to go to Jake's. it may get a little crazy and crowded later in the night, but that adds to the charm. read more

Jake's will always be my favorite place in West Chester. I miss living a few blocks away! Duane is, of course, legendary, the best bartender ever. It is a small place that can get a little crowded and smoky, but it is the best little neighborhood bar. All the bartenders are fun and friendly and it is a great place to chill out with a few friends and play some shuffle board. Put some Johnny Cash on the Jukebox and tell Duane it is a gift from Sheridan :) read more

Best place to go on a monday-wednesday night after rough day of classes. chill atmosphere can just go in sweatpants

A genuine dive bar. Come here for cheap beer and no bullshit. 'Nuff said.

Went back for the first time since I graduated WCU in 1989. Exactly the same. $1 Yuengling drafts cant be a bad thing. Awesome dive bar.

What's not to like about .50 drafts all day every day.? Five bucks will get you a nice little buzz. Great juke box. Dwayne behind the bar. $3 Jakes Bar t-shirts. Its a W.C. institution. My favorite day drinking spot. Gets pretty crowded come 9ish and the place ain't big. Get there early, do your damage, and stumble home. ALRIGHT! read more

Awesome dive bar. Cheap beer, shuffle board table, tv's, snacks behind the bar and you can smoke inside if you want to. Its tiny and dirty, but isn't that what makes a great dive? read more

Any place that could hold down a business while being the size of my dorm room is alright in my book. Plus EVERYONE in West Chester has a Jake's t-shirt. I've even seen them in Europe read more

In a world of chain restaurants, brew pubs and taverns Jake's is one of the last few bars. A classic and if you look closely when the Phillies or Eagles play somewhere around the country, you will always see a $3 Jake's T Shirt in the crowd. read more

Cheap beer. An oddly well lit bar. I had a beer and left. It was just a bunch of guys yelling at each other. Cash only.

Great dive. Always good for a casual drink! The bar tenders are always friendly Just be OK with smoke.