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Philadelphia's 3 best pubs (that won't break the bank)

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Published on March 11, 2020
Philadelphia's 3 best pubs (that won't break the bank)O'Neals Pub | Photo: David B./Yelp

Wondering where to find the best pubs near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable pubs in Philadelphia, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.

1. O'Neals Pub

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Topping the list is O'Neals Pub. Located at 611 S. Third St. in Queen Village, the pub and Irish spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly pub in Philadelphia, boasting four stars out of 118 reviews on Yelp. 

The site has lots more information on O'Neals Pub.

"The pub has been family owned and operated since 1979. O'Neals is an Irish pub and sports bar rolled into one. On the drink list, look for draught beer, along with cocktails, martinis and frozen drinks. There's also chicken wings and pub favorites like beer-battered fish and chips. 

2. Dawson Street Pub

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Next up is Wissahickon's Dawson Street Pub, situated at 100 Dawson St. With four stars out of 72 reviews on Yelp, the pub and gastropub has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option. 

The site has lots more information about Dawson Street Pub.

"Dawson Street Pub, located in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia, has been a haven for beer enthusiasts for two decades," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "The pub also features live music and open mic nights. On the menu, look for bottles, cans and beers on tap like the Blushing Monk fruit beer. 

3. Graham's Pub

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Andorra's Graham's Pub, located at 8919 Ridge Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap pub four stars out of 16 reviews. 

This spot offers a large beer selection with beers on top, along with bottles and cans. Look for the watermelon and kiwi hard seltzer. On the menu, look for its wings, fried cheese ravioli and mac and cheese bites. 


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