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    McMenamin's Tavern

    4.1 (287 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Pubs
    Open 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    MCMENAMIN'S TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken and Waffles
    Tanya D.

    Thank you, P.J.!!! Totally awesome fish and chips!!! Ooooooo!! Amazing!! I'm coming back soon!! Leah was amazing, and she made a great Margarita!!! Happy I was !!! Also met some super cool regulars like Mr. Melvin and Ms. Dorothy!! They have been going to this place for years and raved about it while we waited...and there was no disappointment at all!! Fish and chips were out of this world...tasty!! Very cool crowd overall & Eric was cool, too. Thank you, P.J. you and your staff made my weekend!!!! God bless Ya Tanya

    Hard overcooked wings.

    If you want really good wings try anywhere but this place. The wings were hard as a rock. Well done DOES NOT mean burnt, nor does it mean hard as a rock. Additionally, they don't care if you spent your money on hard wings. They are not accommodating to requests made to exchange the rock hard wings for a new order of wings, but instead have the expectation you should simply settle for less and eat the rock hard wings that were initially served. Needless to say, the customer service sucks. Other places that have much BETTER wings (especially if you eat a few, and save them to eat as left overs, or eat the next day) are: Mt. Airy Taproom Toska (a few doors from McMennamins) Tavern on the Hill Chestnut Hill Grill Campbell's Place Shucks...even Wingstop (Conshohocken) When wings are not overcooked, you can enjoy them whenever you please. It's simply called the art of cooking..and knowing how to do so properly.

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    Kristin R.

    Great to be back in the neighborhood I grew up in! Everyone friendly, a true neighborhood gem and gathering place. The food was excellent for a small bar. We had the grilled flat iron steak with beets and goat cheese served with mashed potatoes and green beans- highly recommend! Good tap selection.

    Fish and Chips
    Kelly S.

    Our waitress was amazing and so friendly! I haven't had fish and chips is forever and this truly was one of the best I have had. I got the fries spicy and that was the way to go. Inside is cute and very comfortable.

    Eagles fans

    This is the MT. Airy/ Germantown spot to chat and chill with neighbors and make new friends. Folks here are pretty cool and they serve a mean shrimp basket. Just watch out for parking meter maids on G-town Ave. They are on the prowl in the afternoons.

    Monica C.

    A friend of mine took me to this area because we were supposed to go to another restaurant, but that place was closed down. We were trying to figure out where to go to grab a bite to eat and a beer, when suddenly the most delightful smells came from the doorway of McMenamin's Tavern. I must say the inside and outside are clean and a Really nice place. The staff are All very attentive and when you walk in, you feel Very Comfortable and Relaxed!! I was On Chill mode the Entire Time we were there. I cannot wait to visit this place again soon. Ohhhh, our burgers were Out of this world and so flavorful!! Very pleased all the way around. Yummmm

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    26 days ago

    My favorite place ever. Go all the time. Cosmo and the chili are the best! Staff is great. Come here regularly.

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    2 months ago

    Great food and service. Went with family during our visit to Philly. Wings were great as were all the other dishes.

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    Great food and cocktails. Excellent local color. Try the specials! The most amazing french fries

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    1 year ago

    Great neighborhood establishment. Great bar food. Great atmosphere! Great service. Recommended

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    2 years ago

    Terrific food and terrific service. Has such a warm and friendly feel. Love the place!

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    2 years ago

    Wings were great! Good atmosphere Service was even better!! Def Will be back!!!great place to watch games

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    3 years ago

    Amazing food amazing atmosphere amazing drinks, and they have been amazing for years they seem to just get better and better.

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    Service is great. The atmosphere is wonderful, warm and welcoming. The food is great and the staff are friendly and polite.

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    5 years ago

    Your local Irish neighborhood bar in Mt. Airy is has some of the best buffalo wings in the Philadelphia area

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    A great place to eat. Really a tradition whenever we get back to Philadelphia to visit.

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    3.6
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    McMenamin's Tavern - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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