This place is awesome and the staff were super helpful in explaining how everything worked. There's plenty of seating and even a few tables with swing seats! You can scan a QR code on the table and it will connect you to a few local businesses that will deliver right to your table. Highly recommend Shay's Steaks! read more

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Love this fun, unassuming place in center city where you can try an array of beers and mixed drinks. I love variety so this place is right up my alley. Although the "pours" can get a bit pricey, the cost id readily set off with the fact that you can bring your own food in. I brought pizza in from next door and it made for a fun and adventurous date night! Also the monte cristo egg rolls they serve there are fire. read more

What a super cool concept! You register a tab with your credit card and are given a debit card. Then all the drinks are self service on tap. You pour by the ounce as much or as little as you want. They have a decent selection of beers and also have some cocktails, mocktails and wine. They also have games that you can borrow for free like uno, battleship, etc. they do have a small food menu read more

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Cool concept, great vibes, excellent choice of beverages, and popcorn to boot. The sheer amount of different beers to try alone makes this a top spot in Philly, but a self service place with lots of seating? Even better. Came here with some friends on the way to dinner, and we could've stayed the whole night. Got to try some really great local sour beers and being able to pay per pour means I get exactly what I want, and can mix a beer or two. My wife mixed a caramel stout with an espresso martini, and that was the highlight of the trip. The popcorn hit the spot as we sipped our beers. Would definitely come back for a more extended stay with some great local beers. Definitely hit this place up when you are in the area! read more

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Love this, a really cool concept. I'm used to having something like this at a place called the wine room where I'm from. Basically you walk around and try different wines from different places well sweet and dry. This time around you try different beers and alcoholic beverages. Same concept but slightly different. I loved it. It gave me an opportunity to try a whole lot of different things in a small period of time. Needless to say, I definitely walked out a little tipsy and was happy about that. When I finally got the chance to have a seat, I got the chance to play some games before I decided to go. I had a lot of fun and definitely would come back. read more

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Fun, unique bar with self serve drinks. Great vibes and love the swing seating. The snacks and photo booth are a great touch as well. The variety of drinks was huge, all different types of beers, cocktails, and wine. read more

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Very chill place and my friend loved the option of being able to sample every beer, wine, cocktail they had on the wall. Pay the ounce where every item is priced differently. Be careful as you pull down the lever if can get pricey and add up. Multiple swing chairs making it a fun and cozy space. They also have board games you can ask for. Self serve is a great opportunity where you don't get pressured to order and waitress or waiter asking if you want another one? Another one? More? read more

Came here for the casualness and a place to take my zoom meeting. Not too many people here but enough to keep this place in business on this Monday evening. Many choices via tap that are self serve. Reasonable prices. Wish the lights were brighter but that is not to be expected. Staff is very friendly here. Bathrooms are clean. Last minute free hot popcorn bags here and I took a bag, went outside, and tried to give some to a homeless man but he didn't want it. read more

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Infested with rats and underaged girls. Good thing they have swinging seats so I can protect my toes from all the rats.

Honestly!!!!! WHAT!! I've never been to a self-pour taproom so this was an amazing introduction. You check in and connect your card and then the rest is history. They have beer, wine, cocktails, mocktails, soda, and coffee on the tap. I mean who can resist Spressy Tini on TAP?! You tap your card and pour what you like and it tells you how much it was. It was cost effective too. We spent 30 bucks and had 8 drinks that consisted of beer, a margarita, and an espresso martini. They also have some snacks, basic food choices, and games to play with your group. They also have TVs to watch sports and such. They have these cool swing seats but be careful...there was a causality...LOL... Overall, such a COOL SPOT. read more

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They have been open about a year now and it's still great to stop in for a drink. BYOF (bring your own food) as well. They also have some other snacks, drinks, and games behind the counter. All staff are great and happy to help. Sometimes a bit too loud with the music volume on weekend nights, but it's a good vibe when a game is on. Good spot. Thanks read more

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Phenomenal first time experience! I was walking through Center City and came across Tapster and I'm glad I did! The ambiance overall is fun (take a look at the swings, pictured). The venue is very spacious, bright and comfortable. From the outside looking in you can imagine with the aesthetic, so I'm glad I went in. Ordering food was simple, as it was delivered from next door. The staff were very informative with ordering and the process while still being very hospitable. I wish I remembered their names at the front!! The wings were very good! I'm usually not a sweet popcorn kind of person but this brand/style that was offered was not at all too sweet! The QR code menu had some great options but I was in the mood for wings and I'm glad I made the choice! I initially went in to watch a particular game (they weren't able to get the channel) but I still ended up staying due to starting off with a great time and not wanting to leave! The tap card process was also VERY efficient and trusting! I enjoyed my beer experience! read more

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This place is just fun. I like the concept of it. It has a cool atmosphere that seems nice for a happy hour with coworkers or friends.

I LOVE THIS PLACE. My friends and I came here 3 times in one weekend after we ran the philly marathon. My phrase of the weekend was "if i die, cremate me and spread my ashes at tapster." and we all bought shirts. The vibes were so fun, they have swings around the tables and i spent 65 dollars on the photobooth because i loved it. Josh, who works there, was so nice and personable and put up with us being drunk and annoying. also very clean place and you can place a food order for a place nearby and they bring it to you. i love tapster read more

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This place is new, unique, and very cute/chill on the inside. They don't have much food here. A couple of hot snacks to order like nachos and stuff. This is more of a drink place. They have a BUNCH of stuff all on tap. They have wine, beer, and coffee all on tap. If you're a beer person like me, this is a great place to come and try a little bit of everything. I ended up getting an Ace Pineapple sour, and it was delicious! Everything here is self-serve, and they charge by the ounce, so if you're pouring heavy, your bill is gonna be higher. They read your debit/credit card when before you start and you pay at the end. The inky reason why they didn't get 5 starts is because I feel like they didn't have much of a coffee/non-drinker selection of drinks on tap. They also didn't have milk and flavorings for the coffee. If they had that and more food, I think that would've made them a 5 star spot. read more

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I've been eye-ing this place to open and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. The moment you walked in, the establishment feels like a coffee shop joint, except, instead of coffees, you'll replenish with alcohol; smart move by the owner. Inside is hip, colorful, and has plenty of seatings. As you go in further, you will find a photo booth to remind you of your drunken nights. Tapster Philly opens till late night, which is something that I've been looking for; big win. Instruction: 1. Get a tapster card 2. Find any drinks (beer/cider/wine) that sparks your interest. 3. Tap on the one you'd like to taste or just go for the full size glass. It goes by weight. 4. Repeat, but take it light on the tapping. Not everyone tap tap tap like me. 5. Return the card and close out. Food: i don't believe they sell food, but pretty sure you can byof. read more

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This place is new to philly and is a cool concept. It's a casual place where you can sample a bunch of different beers, ciders, other alcoholic drinks, kombuchas, and one type of cold brew. The interior is amazingly decorated. They have a lot of seating and fun board games! They also have tables with swings for seats. This place a great to bring a group of friends. I came here because my boyfriend is a beer connoisseur but I don't drink so my options were pretty limited. I came with the intention of getting a cold brew but there weren't any syrups or milk options to add. So I ended up drinking water however, mentioning this to the manager Roman, he was receptive to the idea of adding syrup and milk options for the future! He was super friendly and welcoming. You come in, they check your ID and give you a tapster card you essentially use to pour yourself drinks from the wall and it acts as your tab. It will keep track of the ounces you pour and total it up at the end. Keep in mind that each beverage has its own price per ounce - they're all between 50 cents and 90 cents per ounce I believe! read more

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So much fun! You give your credit card up front and then get a "debit card" to charge whatever drinks you want by the ounce on draft. In addition to a wide beer menu, they also have cider and seltzer, draft cocktails, wine, coand non alcoholic options! Not the place to go for food. They have plenty of space and games available so it's a great place to hang out with friends, including larger groups. read more

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Behold 57 self serve rotating taps, including beer, wines, ciders, coffee, and craft soda. You get a swipe card, like the arcade, which tallies what you buy. You can try as much or as little as you'd like because it charges you by the ounce. Some are as cheap as 20 or 30 cents an ounce. There is a an array of seating, from large and small high top tables, singing chairs, and a step structure. There are 4, individual bathrooms that were clean and well stocked. For $6 you can get 2 identical prints of photos from the Photo Booth, which can be emailed to you with a gif. Snacks can be purchased but you can bring whatever you'd to eat as well. The staff was friendly, helpful, and informative. You can also reserve the space for groups by sending an email to events coordinator, who I might add was very friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back! read more

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The concept sounded so weird not gonna lie, but we had to check it out. Honestly? It was really cool and I wish we had more bars like this. You pay by the ounce, so it gives you the chance to try different things and not commit to a large serving of one type of drink. The staff was really nice to us and explained how it worked very well. They had popcorn and different snacks for a good price. They also had lots of games. The space is huge so you never feel crowded in there even with a lot of people. I would 100% come back. read more

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Such a cute bar! While they're mostly beer oriented they have some cocktails. Love the concept of pour yourself. As someone who's an introvert it's great. Wish they had some more cocktails. Love the interior it's so pretty. read more

Great concept - I was a fan. This bar had a bunch of things on tap not just beer - hard kombucha, wine, cocktails (espresso martini etc), ciders (strawberry cider was real good). You get a card, tap any tap, and pour your own drink charged by oz. Excellent way to try out drinks before giving yourself a hefty pour. I tried 6/7 drinks and spent $10 (granted I wasn't drinking that much). Decor was cute but super loud (Fri night). Harder to have convos bc must shout and difficult to hear. Wouldn't recommend for dates bc not great for talking. Would also be awk to canoodle here given so many ppl and brightly lit. read more

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Looking for a chill spot with your friends to get cheap but a great selection of drinks? This is the go to spot. Tried this place recently and was not disappointed. I'm an IPA lover while my girlies and my boyfriend like the cocktails, so we all had something to enjoy. We loved the swings and bestie at the front was playing the BEST music. She could not have been sweeter. I do want to take a minute and acknowledge my mistake. I racked up quite the bill, and I felt like a Karen (so sorry) because I asked to see the receipt again. I was not blaming my lady at the front at all--turns out my boyfriend got tall boys of the cocktails and wasn't checking the prices BUT ANYWAY! Come here and enjoy the beer, but make sure you put the cocktails in scotch glasses read more

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Drinks were overpriced and not good, service was extremely poor and rude, when friends went to get food one of the employees came and yanked the seats away. Completely ruined the experience. read more

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Love the swings ! And the pothos on the top I Like the concept of the drinks and the place was just so colorful! The service was great ! Super polite ladies. Will come again! read more

Loved the selection. They had an espresso martini, non alcoholic lemonade, sooo many beers and kombuchas, honestly how do you choose. Prices seemed a bit steep. 2 drinks ended up just over $20 with tip. However the place was spotless. Saw multiple employees wiping down tables and the AC was on blast which was so appreciated during this heat wave. read more

My experience wasn't too bad, I'd probably only go again early in the day and during the week! If you live big crowds the weekends are better days to go. I love the tree swings they offer for seating and I also love that they have games to play while waiting. They don't have much to offer for food which was a dislike but being able to pour my own drink made up for it even thought I'm paying for each pour lol read more

It's a nice Center city spot. I liked it. Needs more German beer though. I only counted 1. read more

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Super chill go at your own pace vibe in this establishment. Tons of available glasses and came here specifically for the goose island bourbon counties. Cant say enough good things about the layout. A few snacks available for purchase or buy a pizza a couple doors down and bring it in. read more

Amazing spot! 50+ beers, wines, ciders, sodas, and cocktails on tap, all super affordable. Can't beat the variety. Tapster's card system is easier to use. No need to wait on bartenders. It makes trying dozens of drinks easy and fun. The venue itself is spacious and has plenty of seating. The staff were friendly and helpful. Would 100% host more events here. read more

I know, I know-- it SOUNDS downright dystopian. A self service bar without a bartender?? And visiting Tapster is definitely different from going to a regular bar. But I wouldn't view it as a replacement, but rather something different--and fun! First off, I was really impressed with the variety. I'm not a beer drinker, but I loved the premixed cocktails and wines--they have plenty of selection, including nonalcoholic, which is a big plus. Second--the vibe is excellent. Lots of garish, bright lights, shiny surfaces, swings with gold chains, loud pop music. It's really energizing without being over the top! If you're the sort of person who doesn't drink much, this place is perfect because you can just get an ounce or two at a time. You could try dozens of different beers! I view this place as somewhere you'd want to go with a large group of friends, maybe to catch up as a group, or maybe bring a game or two, something like that. The self service aspect means that everyone can drink as much or as little as they want, extending the night. The decor and atmosphere only add to the fun vibe. Give it a shot with a group sometime! read more

Such a fun environment! Great options for beers, ciders, and kombuchas. The swings and lighting made it even more fun! read more

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What a great concept! A fun place just to grab a drink with friends and hang out! Love the swinging chairs and brightness of the environment! I love that I can pour just the amount that I want and not more! They even have cocktails on tap! They charge by the ounce! So if u want just an ounce you got it! Have fun there! read more

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Tapster is a great place to check out while you are in Philly. It has a great vibe for either a date spot or a group of your friends to go out on the weekend. The nice thing about it is you can try many different drinks. You pay by the oz and they have several beers you can choose from and snacks like popcorn you can have if you get hungry. They have speciality cocktails, beers, and wine all on tap. Also they have plenty of TVs for you to watch the latest games on. The staff is super friendly and gave us a great run down on the process. Give them a visit if you are in Philadelphia! read more

Fave spot to have drinks and hang out in Philly. Great ambience- never loud or rowdy. Good selection of wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks if you're like me and don't care for beer. They have board games too which is super cool. Great spot with a super chill vibe read more

Love it here. It's like a pit stop to make on your night out with friends. Or somewhere to stop and hangout in regardless of what you're drinking at the moment. Hang out, play some games, try some drinks. I appreciate how clean the operation is and that you can control what you drink. I don't love the decor in here; I feel like this place doesn't know what kind of vibe it wants but I think it will find it as time goes on. I like when places have (philly) sports on the TV but I don't need every TV all dialed in to ESPN etc. but I'm also not there to watch TV so it's not that deep. It's a little loud but that's a good problem to have at an unconventional bar! read more

Tuesday trivia night at Tapster is the place to be. The trivia organizers are great. The self service beer machines are super cool and easy to use. Friendly staff. Love that you can bring outside food, but also love that they have popcorn!! read more

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Love this spot! Great place to grab a drink with friends or colleagues. I love that I can try multiple drinks ranging from craft beers and rosés on tap to spiked kombucha and espresso martinis! The staff was super helpful and check out was so fast and simple (no waiting on check). They have QR codes you can use to order food to your table- highly recommend the wings! Lastly, the space- WOW, you must see for yourself, it's cool, open, airy, floating swing chairs, greenery and yet techy with neon signs and graffiti walls and a PHOTO BOOTH. read more

The Good: It's a great spot if you want to try a lot of beers. They have glasses in a variety of sizes that include 2oz glasses which are great for sampling beers. The cost per oz is a fair price. They have small bites of you want a snack. The bad: The acoustics are poor towards the back. It could really use some padding to soften things (or something). It often gets a lot louder back there compared to the front. I would skip their cocktails. The tipping structure also needs a bit of work (explained below) Everyone gets a card for 1 dollar and you use it to pour your own drinks. The card tracks the total amount you pay at the end of the night. You have to return the card at the end of the night to pay which is all great. The issue is that there are 2 ways to pay for the night, either at the register or in a contactless box. If you use the contactless boxes you have a mandatory tip of either 15, 20, or 25% on a self service bar, but at the register you can choose your tip amount. There really should be a custom amount box for contactless payments but the forced minimum left a bad taste in my mouth (after some very tasty beer) read more

The one manager lady here is on an insecure ego trip. Was talking about this place all day with my friends to eventually get there and claim there was a crack in my ID when there was nothing more than a slight bend. Asked if I could should a debit card with my name on it or my instagram just to see if I could actually show her I was of age. It's a Shame but I could see why she would need another sense of validation. Do better and be Educated please read more