Top Bars With Drinking Games In Philadelphia

Sometimes, you need a side of entertainment with your beer. To achieve this task, you'll also need an atmosphere that gives off the vibe that play is encouraged, where everyone has no qualms about letting their inner child get the best of them. Here are some top spots in Philly to enjoy a little friendly competition with your drinking.

McNally's
8634 Germantown Ave.
(215) 247-9736
www.mcnallystavern.com

Up for a game of shuffleboard? Head on over to McNally's in Chestnut Hill.  This bar's got history––it was originally established in 1921 by Rose McNally near the Route 23 Trolley turnout on the highest hill in Philadelphia. Nowadays, you'll find Rose's great-granddaughters, Anne and Meg, just across the tracks in a whitewashed building with cedar shakes over the wide green door and a welcome bench under a single coach light. If you get hungry while engrossed in a heated game of shuffleboard, be sure to try McNally's famous Chicken Corn Chowder or the Schmitter, a one-of-a-kind sandwich with sliced beef, grilled salami, fried onions, and the bar's special Schmitter sauce.

The Abbaye
637 N 3rd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 627-6711
theabbaye.net

The Abbaye in Northern Liberties is the place to go if you want to have a good time, no matter what day of the week. Like the TV series "Cheers," enter the Abbaye and "leave your troubles behind." Engage in a competitive game of Quizzo every Thursday from 10 – midnight for a chance to be one of the top two brainiacs in the competition, and win some prizes. Other fun activities at The Abbaye are Karaoke Sunday from 10 – midnight and 2 Wheel Tuesdays.  On 2 Wheel Tuesdays, ride your bike, motorcycle, scooter or whatever you can find with two wheels to score 50 percent off your beer and food. Then, race your friends up and down the block on your two-wheeler! With an exciting selection of draft and bottle beer, an elegant wine list, a top shelf bar, and a seasonally inspired menu, why not check out The Abbaye?

Barcade
1114 Frankford Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 634-4400
barcadephiladelphia.com

If you love to play games but are more of a loner type, come on out to Barcade and take a trip back in time to childhood.  Barcade, in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia, is an experience you won't forget. This bar is all about American craft beer and vintage arcade video games. Where else can you grab a brew and a bite and listen to an eclectic mix of rock music while playing Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Ms Pac Man, Space Invaders, Tetris, Super Mario Brothers for just 25 cents per game? If you're very good, you might even get your name on their high score board.

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Cranky Joe's
3501 Indian Queen Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19129
(215) 844-5626

Cranky Joe's is a bit mysterious, but patrons rave about its game-worthiness. With an atmosphere that any Philly game lover would rave about, plenty of TVs,  great drink specials and pub grub, Cranky Joe's deserves a visit. Drinking game lovers will enjoy Quizzo on Monday nights, dart tournaments on other nights and shuffleboard and pinball to play, so Cranky Joe's is sure to keep you entertained. Play your favorite tune on their jukebox, have a game of darts (either upstairs or downstairs!), and imagine your fiercest enemy as the bulls eye to get your stress out. The second floor has steel darts with two well-lit boards and even electronic scoring--to avoid those "accidental" drunken miscalculations!

South Philly Bar & Grill
1235 E Passyunk Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 334-3300
www.southphillybar.com

If beer pong is your game, South Philly is your bar. If you ask the bartenders nicely, they'll set you up on the outdoor patio with a table, a pitcher, a ping pong ball and some cups to get the game rolling. Known as one of Philly's best sports bars, the Bar & Grill serves up some delicious food to compliment your drinking game activities, including steak and fresh snow crab. For penny pinchers, there's a new happy hour and drink specials daily, so you can rest assured that you won't be spending too much to fill up those beer pong cups.

Chickie's & Petes
1526 Packer Ave.
Philadelphia PA 19145
(215) 218-0500
www.chickiesandpetes.com

The hottest new game concept in Philadelphia can be found in South Philly at Chickie's & Pete's PLAY2 Interactive Sports Bar. With 18 amusement pod entertainment centers (apecs) stacked two high, you can experience an amazing mezzanine-like view of the screens. Indulge your palate in the infamous crab fries and drinks while engaging in a game of golf with Tiger Woods, racing with Mario or partnering with your neighbor to see who is the champion at your game of choice. Not an avid gamer? No worries, coaches are on hand to help you learn the game.

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