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Dive Bars in Philadelphia, PA

32 of the 498 bars we list in Philadelphia have a dive-bar feel.

A dive bar is an unpretentious neighborhood bar, usually with simple decor, low-key service and a loyal local crowd. People look for one when they want an easygoing night out. Every bar here has dive in its name or business category.

  1. Ray's Happy Birthday Bar

    1200 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147

    Dive barKaraokeLive music
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  2. Fishtown Tavern

    1301 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125-3227

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  3. Murph's Bar

    202 E Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

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  4. The Monkey Club

    2101 E York St, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    Dive bar
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  5. The Nut Hut Saloon

    1873 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    SaloonDive bar
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  6. Bob and Barbara's Lounge

    1509 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146

    Dive barLounge
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  7. Cresson Inn

    114 Gay St, Philadelphia, PA 19127

    Dive bar
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  8. Smokey Joe's

    210 S 40th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

    Dive bar
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  9. Morrell Tavern

    3800 Morrell Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114

    Dive barTavern
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  10. Victor's Tavern

    5550 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    Dive barTavern
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  11. Peck Miller's

    6119 Ridge Ave #1604, Philadelphia, PA 19128

    Dive bar
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  12. Krupa's Tavern

    2701 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

    Dive barTavern
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  13. Locust Bar/Club

    235 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

    Dive barKaraoke
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  14. Michael's Place

    1142 Mifflin St, Philadelphia, PA 19148

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  15. Smegy's

    1328 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111

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  16. JR's Saloon

    2663 E Norris St, Philadelphia, PA 19125-3532

    SaloonDive bar
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  17. Old Philadelphia Bar

    2118 E Dauphin St, Philadelphia, PA 19125

    Dive bar
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  18. The Alley

    2004 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

    Dive bar
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  19. Dirty Franks

    347 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

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  20. The Dive Bar

    947 Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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  21. Blue Moon Cafe

    4744 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19137-2217

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  22. Perry's Place

    2174 E Huntingdon St, Philadelphia, PA 19125

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  23. The Barn

    4901 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19143

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  24. Red Rooster Inn

    7960 Dungan Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19111

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  25. Delmar Bar & Lounge

    304 W Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

    Dive barLounge
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  26. Hennessy Ice Cold Beer

    1602 W Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145

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  27. Penny Gardens Tavern

    3089 Holme Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19136

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  28. Taproom

    7701 Walker St, Philadelphia, PA 19136

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  29. Dew Drop Inn

    1017 W Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19133

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  30. Doolittles Pub

    4669 Torresdale Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124

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  31. Bonnie's Capistrano Bar

    1503 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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  32. Cousin Danny's Lounge

    5001 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

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Good to know

What makes a bar a dive bar?

There is no strict rule, but dive bars are generally casual, worn-in and local, with a simple drink list. The label is often a compliment from regulars.

Are dive bars 21+?

Bars that serve alcohol generally require guests to be 21 or older, but policies vary by venue, so check the bar's age policy.