1518 Bar & Grill

Disappointed! Just got in town, sat down and opened uber eats. This place looked great. Got my food and when I opened it, there was black and red two toned hair in my food wrapped around my steak. Why are the employees not wearing hair nets? Got a refund from Uber eats and called the 1518 to let them know but come on, with the recent heightened sense of cleanliness can we please use the proper precautions. In addition the other meal was also not eaten. No one wants to risk food exposure to unclean environments. Also the bread was really hard and fries weren't that fresh. I think restaurant don't care much for those who order because we aren't in person. I really wanted to eat this. It did smell really good!

Food were actually good. Fun night out! Service was great! The mussels were our favorite! We would definitely come back!

1518 was a great experience for happy hour: we got well drinks for $5 and were able to be seated instantly on a Wednesday night. The happy hour food portions are almost like entrees— we ordered the spring rolls (which came with salad) and chicken tenders (about 7 tenders). Definitely worth the happy hour price, as the portions are large and the food is really delicious. The only thing I’d want to give another chance is the spring rolls: the flavor wasn’t as pronounced and needed a lot of sauce. Our server was super kind and I appreciate the staff!

Came here with a group of colleagues and was pleasantly impressed with the dinner menu. I ordered a Heineken and medium Ribeye w/Sautéed Veggies and it was amazing. The steak was cooked to perfection and seasoned well. Highly recommend getting this meal.

Nicely decorated, quick and attentive service, great drinks, and good food. Came here for a quick bite to eat before an event at the convention center (within walking distance if you were wondering). Ordered the lamb gyro and chicken Cesar salad. Only issue was for the gyro was they forgot the tziki sauce. However the quality of ingredients and the lamb meat were fine. Average prices and quality drinks from the bar. The manager was super kind and offered us a free round. The watermelon margarita was delicious!

This new found classic is Philly to the max folks! The bartenders are friendly, the beer prices are extremely reasonable , and the atmosphere will put smiles on your faces . We are here to watch the Rose Bowl and feel super lucky to stumble upon it. There's even a red light , green light for bathroom availability. So fun!!

A great spontaneous stop led to one of the best meals and experiences we’ve had in this city. The waitress was fantastic. They have an extensive happy hour menu that included giant portion size food all of which was excellent. The owner even came over to say hello and gifted our son a souvenir just because. Totally worth it to check this place out!!!! Will come again for sure.

It's nice place with good food and atmosphere, smooth service. We ordered a sandwich with short ribs, caprese and wine. Caprese was small portion with big cut of tomatoes and small pieces of cheese.

Was not expecting this place to have one of the best happy hours in philly? Randomly decided to go here bc it's one of the only places in center city that offers HH until 7pm. There was no wait and we snagged one of the seats outside. Got the calamari which was crispy and came with a great sweet/sour dipping sauce, crab cakes which were refreshing and my personal fav, and mozz stix which had a great cheese pull. The only let down were the mussels which claimed to come in a spicy red sauce, but there was no heat unfort. Regardless, for the price, you got a generous portion of everything. Will be coming back with more people!

We frequent this spot for its laid back ambiance, central location, and happy hour that lasts until 7pm - a little longer than some other bars in the area. They have a decent drink selection and happy hour menu with some food as well. Well drinks are $7 during happy hour. Service was fine. I haven't tried the food here so I can't comment on that.

I've walked by this place countless times and have never stopped in until my daughter recommended it. She didn't need to do very much persuading when she mentioned a Sunday happy hour. We ended up here at 5 on a Sunday and I was immediately drawn in. I love a real "Philly" bar and that is this one. And by that I mean, if you've lived here forever (like me) or are visiting, you will get the Philly essence by being here. The crowd is diverse, the bars walls are covered in Philly memorabilia and the bar food is exactly how it should be. We ordered chicken tenders, hot wings and shrimp cocktail off of the happy hour menu. The prices were definitely happy hour prices and the food was good! Really good wings and the shrimp was so fresh! I ordered my first cocktail from the happy hour menu which was the well-cocktail for seven bucks but then switched to the $13 old fashioned which is still a good deal on a cocktail in Philly. I like this place. I know that I will be back!

I had a great experience here. For one, the service was awesome, our sever was very friendly and helpful. I love the Philadelphia memorabilia all throughout the bar. Thats a cool touch. As far as the food and drinks go, I was very pleased. It was late night, so I ordered some chicken tenders and fries along with an espresso martini. My boyfriend ordered a short rim sandwich. The chicken tenders were really good, they came with honey mustard and barbecue sauce. The fries were spectacular. The short rim sandwich was delicious. My espresso martini was phenomenal. I really had a great experience here.

Such a fun bar! I stayed at a hotel around the corner and they were giving out vouchers for a buy one get one free deal. My friend and I were able to get drinks after checking in and before exploring the area for the night. The service was great and the bartenders were super nice. The bar is cool inside and has plenty of seating. Next time I visit I'll be sure to try the food!

A great happy hour spot! Cheap and delicious drink and food specials, such as the hummus, mozz sticks, and oysters. I've gone many time and the servers are usually very friendly and attentive. Note that it gets pretty packed sometimes, but if weather is nice they have outdoor seating. A good place to watch a game or celebrate center city sips!

I was looking for a happy hour spot to go with a group off nine after work, and everyone was very pleased with this pick. I would say, though, this spot isn't super large group friendly as it's pretty small. We sat in three areas, but the staff was VERY accommodating which was nice. As the only menu was shared, people in the party were a little disappoint to see the pricing is higher than the website. The food was pretty good as far as bar food goes. The wings were crispy, and the mac and cheese was cheesy. The pirogies were forgettable, and the fried pickles weren't coined which was odd. IMO the mixed drinks were 100% not worth it. The glasses are so small, and they have so much ice. Go for a glass of wine instead. Overall, I'm pleased I went here. I'm in no rush to come back, but I would if someone else chose it.

Great menu selection, decent prices, and presentation was awesome. I ordered The turkey club and Oddly enough the turkey had no flavor and made the bacon do all the work. A complete waste. The garlic wings were good, needed a little salt, but not bad. I do appreciate the late hours and the opportunity to grab a bite after a night out.

This place is the go to place if you want late night food on a week night in downtown Philly. We got our food pretty quickly. I ordered a Caesar Chicken salad which was very delicious. My favorite part was the salad had red peppers that were roasted and possibly pickled. The salad also had Parmesan cheese croutons which were amazing. The waiter was super nice and attentive. There are also a lot of TVs so it probably is a great place to get watch games at.

Food was great But The service was Rick , our server was most excellent. He was so very kind & gracious . He took care of every need & doubled down on many little elements----- just wonderful . Loved him so much , think I left a 40% grat .... On bill !!!!! He deserved it & more

Where can you get Shrimp with Mushrooms Risotto, Fried Scallops, a Crab Cake sandwich, and a Lamb Gyro on your way to a concert at the Kimmel Center? At the 1518 Bar and Grill! Everyone in our party raved about their meal, though our meals went from "bar food" to restaurant food. Our cocktails were also very good. Our server was on top of their game, brought the menus and offered drink refills promptly - and took pictures. If you're in South Philly and looking for a place to eat, you found it!

The service here was fantastic. We had a drink before dinner and returned promptly. Since we were already full, we didn't order any food. The ambiance of the place was relaxed. The highlight of the evening was when the bartender claimed to know my wife and me and that we had visited her during Christmas Eve. Although that wasn't true, I pretended to believe her, which made for a delightful night.

Great foood for a little non descriptive place near our hotel in Philadelphia . Enjoyed the food and service

Stopped in for a late lunch early dinner after seeing the loin king at the academy of music as it was a short walk from the theater. Loved the walls covered in photos and painting of Philadelphia. The place was very clean including the bathroom. The drinks were made very well and the margarita was one of the best I've had. I ordered the filet tip sandwich which was very tasty. I added some fried onions as nothing goes better with steak then fried onions. There was a lot of meat on my sandwich. My table guests ordered the T.E.D (thanksgiving every day) which was also a generous portion. The crab cake sandwich and bowl of mussels in white. The mussels were small in size but the serving size was huge. Our waitress was friendly and checked in often to see if everything was okay.

I love this place. I've been going for about 10 years. Very generous pour of wine during happy hour. The food is delicious. The Mac and cheese is perfect. The owner treats you as if you are a guest in his home. Generous portions. The bathrooms are very clean. The environment is a fun inclusive environment. I was there during sips. Someone was there for a birthday celebration. The entire bar sang happy birthday. There is a mix of ages. They were able to accommodate a large group last minute during the pandemic. We were turned away from places for not having vaccination cards. The cards were not officially in force yet so we didn't have our cards on our person. Very accommodating. The menu has your traditional bar foods but also seafood Greek dishes and more.

Had never been before-- loved that they are open late in center and have actual food on the menu, not just a bar. Our server Raven was so kind. I ordered the TED sandwich- thanksgiving every day. I'm really glad it came on this ciabatta (?) bread as opposed to a sourdough. Turkey is notoriously dry so I think a little more cranberry sauce to even it out would have been great, but it was also yummy dipped in ranch! The fries were good. Decent portion size. Would go here again

I've been to 1518 Bar & Grill twice. Once for Happy Hour, and I was happy to find they have an extensive happy hour menu. All the cocktails I ordered were well made on both visits, and well drinks are discounted during happy hour. On their web site they have the statement "not your typical bar food". But based on my visits you are better off sticking to the typical bar food. The food is a mixed bag. The meatballs are my favorite menu item, juicy and delicious. The meatballs are closely followed by the BBQ wings. After that there is a drop off. The mac & cheese is just OK. It's not the same cheesy deliciousness you would find at a soul food spot. The perogies were flavorless. Service is a mixed bag as well. Depending on who your server is, you can get service with a smile or service with a scowl. The décor has so much going on that I can't even describe it. You will have to check out my pictures. Although my feelings are mixed, I would probably go back to 1518 Bar & Grill to watch a game, while ordering meatballs, wings and drinks.

Honestly so let down at the quality of the food we just got. Ordered through grubhub after reading so many great reviews. Got the steak tips sandwich which from review pics looked amazing. Received something entirely different - 3 massive chunks of steak on a soaking wet crumbling potato bun. Picked it up to take my first bite and it literally fell apart all over me. We also ordered the Thanksgiving sandwich which we were SO excited for and all you can taste is rosemary and nothing else. But at least that was served on the right bread I guess idk. Money washed and now I don't have dinner lol

I go to Philly yearly to see friends and family's and I always go to try new places. This time around a friend of mine came down with me since he's never been and while walking around we decided to give this Place a shot! It was worth every penny. Yeah the sandwich was 18 bucks but the picture doesn't do it justice! It was massive and the fries were crispy to perfection. We decided to have a drink with our food as a cheers we've made it! Only to later say let's order 2 shots each of makers to get a nice warm feeling before walking it off. The bar tender was a delight she was so cool Christine I believe her name was but she was levels above any bar tender I've had in a long time. They also had Philly sports memorabilia everywhere and even hand painted flyers and 76er artwork on the walls. The lighting was a perfect not to dim not to bright just overall a 10/10.... And that's coming from. A die hard Patriots fan

Great food! Great setting! Good service! Fair prices and a great happy hour menu! The short rib sandwich was tender and one of the best I've had. Burger was a good portion and nice and greasy. A lot of cool memorabilia on the walls. Good lunch option.

Was able to get a table for 7 on a busy Saturday night without a reservation. Our server was great and attentive with us. I was able to order the portabella reuben vegetarian and DF style even though it wasn't on the menu. Was a solid option for our group.

Never in my life have I had a terrible experience like this. What was supposed to be a nice night out with my friend turned into a nightmare when we were sitting at a table and ignored for 40 minutes. Not a single word was uttered to us for that duration. Even tables that were sat after us were seen and helped, meanwhile my friend was ignored three times by the servers. This was deeply disappointing and upsetting. We will not be going back ever. Go at your own risk.

It's very cozy and personable if you just want to get away from the city chaos. The drinks were good and the food was too! I ate all my food before I realized I should do a review.... Lol

Cute space, on the smaller side. Service was great, the staff were lovely and welcoming. However, the food and drinks were NOT good. We tried the foods pictured and some not pictured including drinks from their drink menu, and it still wasn't good. The tater tots tasted weird, the wings tasted like recently defrosted wings, none of us liked it.

I came here for takeout which was briefly given to me. The chicken Cesar salad is tasty and the servers were prompt. My main concern stemmed from the bartender not wearing a mask.

We came on a Friday night and it did not disappoint. It was after 1am and the food was hot. It was flavorful and worth the walk. The Staffel was busy but friendly. The Wings were over cooked , the fries were yummy and the Fried pickles were amazing . I would definitely come back for fried pickles

The barbecue wings are delicious! We also ordered the buffalo wings. The atmosphere is lively. It's More on the loud and vibrant side with music and several TV's to watch the game. Parking is always a challenge in this area and can be expensive but you might get lucky. We had a fun night.

George took great care of us on a beautiful Friday afternoon. The atmosphere is cozy, with a nice memorabilia collection, and the short rib sandwich was delicious. Would definitely visit again!

Found 1518 based upon the reviews. It did not disappoint. We were greater and served by George, he couldn't have been more accommodating. Refilled drinks without being asked. The food was phenomenal. Crab cake was mostly crab and the steak tips were cooked as requested. The side salad was not your typical iceberg lettuce but a nice mix of greens. There were a lot of regulars there, and it had a nice vibe.

I'm always looking for places where I say..."If I lived here...this would be my regular place." and this is it, in Philly. Stopped in on a very busy Thursday night and snagged 2 seats at the bar. Staff and even other customers at the bar were very friendly. (I think they have a steady stream of regulars) Drinks were good, and ended up ordering the pork tenderloin and I loved it. Thinly sliced and nice and moist. The bartenders were really cool and attentive. The entire block in this section of Sansom street is cool and you can easily move from place to place. I will return.

Food was good, my favorite was the crab cake, it was done well done. The calamari was decent as well! The mushroom/ shrimp risotto had too much garlic but it was cooked properly, chicken fingers were good too.

This place was awesome. We happened to be walking by, while looking for a place to grab some dinner after the Christmas Tree lighting. 1518 Bar and Grill was full of people and festively decorated for the holidays. We walked in and were immediately seated at a high top. The place is small and the same waiter was seating people, taking orders, and serving the food. He was doing a pretty swift job juggling all these tasks. We ordered the 1518 Burger and Heavens Garden (sandwich with grilled zucchini, eggplant, peppers, tomato confit, melted swiss). The burgers and sandwiches come with the option of salad or french fries. We opted for the salad and both our meals were delicious. I would order the Heaven's Garden again in a heartbeat. It was a fairly large sandwich and I took half to go and enjoyed it for lunch the next day.

Sarah was on point, killed it with the drinks. The gyro and wings were on point. Atmosphere was great. Good selection of spirits. Try her famous Old Fashioned!!!!

Went here last week after a show, we sat at the bar area. Got some beers and then ordered the burger. It was delicious. Pretty small inside but a nice bar and spot to chill etc service was okay but it's a good bar

I craving a delicious and juicy hamburger with fries!... I searched for the nearest hamburger place and came across 1518. The place was well decorated and comfortable, great place to meet with friends. The bartender was friendly and attentive. My hamburger looked great, but the taste was plane, it lacked seasoning and my drink tasted like water. Not sure I will be back to eat.

Busy spot on busy Samson Street for drinks and light food options. Outdoor seating was nice BUT usual restaurant protocols like wiping tables between customers was not happening! This should be required whether we're in a pandemic or not One would have to believe that some percentage of patrons packed into the space were not vaccinated so it felt creepy. Great for people watching. Poor on cleanliness. Appetizers okay. Frat house ambiance.

Great bar food!! I had the chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks and burger. I'd recommend all three. The service was quick and efficient. It's a low key vibe.

Stumbled in on a Friday night and found two seats at the bar--the music was reminiscent of 2010s and the ambiance was very chill. Went to a game Saturday night and tried to find a place that serves food after 11-we looped the block a few times and ended up here again to the same soundtrack as the night before. The two bar seats on the end were perfect and cozy. We had the garlic butter wings and chicken pesto sandwich. Both very tasty and the bartender was amazing!

Unbelievable service and staff! We loved our experience here, we will absolutely be returning !

For a small, unassuming bar in the city, the food quality is bomb! My burger was delicious, their fries are batter dipped (plus ten points) and the beers are pretty cheap. I wouldn't rush back only because there's so many options in the city, but my belly did not regret the visit one bit. :)

Just had a snack of jumbo shrimps and crab cakes and washed it down with local beers. It was all good. Service was great. Friday nights was busy and crowded, but comfortable enough to enjoy the evening.

This is my second time coming to this restaurant in, as their location is quite convenient for when I do not wish to walk far for food. The first time I got the Apple walnut salad, no cheese (I am not a goat dairy fan) with salmon. The second time, I got the Apple walnut salad no cheese with salmon. That itself says enough about the place and their salads. Cherry tomatoes were on point, the dressing was superb and the Apple slices...amaze-omg. However the star of the salad was the salmon. Can you say yum?? En if not in the salad the salmon would be a great choice cooked with something else. Traveling during coronavirus makes it tough to find good food, but if I'm in the mood for a salad I will quickly know where to go.

Good selection of drinks and decent food. Open late, clean and comfortable restaurant

Really cool place. The walls are full of sports memorabilia and paintings of landmarks. Staff is very friendly and the food was delicious

I can't even count how many times I've been here, the food is great, the drinks are stiff and the owner Willie is always very nice and welcoming! Great date spot.

Passing by this place as we walked through town and we decide to give it a try. The place has good vibes and ambience. Came mid day on a hot humid day. Been walking around sweating like crazy. This place has good AC. We had a party of 6 and we were seated right away. We were welcomed and treated very well. Dave gave us super excellent service. The food was super delicious. Everyone in my group was happy with their food and we all got something different. There was a variety to satisfy our craving. The crab cake sandwich tasted like actual real crabs. Bobby says it's phenomenal. It's the only crab he would like to have . The sangrias were only $10. The chicken fingers didn't disappoint. It's usually not as good as these. Andrew wished that he got them instead of his tuna melt since it's usually his go to on the menu. He is still happy with the tuna melt. Well my salmon, spinach, and roasted potatoes were omg....the salmon was so moist and delicious, it's the real salmon, best flavored spinach I've ever tried.. how did they make this? We had Mac n cheese & also turkey wrap too which was also ok. More than anything the service was up. My son will be going to Drexel starting med school and he will definitely be a regular. We will be back to come see Dave when we come back to visit. Thanks Dave for the excellent service and being so awesome So glad you're not an AI! Waitress Melda was cool too!!

Came here on a Friday for happy hour. We ordered Bloody Marys and Martinis. The drinks were delicious! Our waitress was super sweet and accommodating as we sat outside on a beautiful evening. We ordered shrimp cocktail, mussels in red sauce and crab stuffed mushrooms. Everything was delicious! Definitely come visit especially between 4:00 -700 for discounted drinks and apps.

shameful experience here. had one of our party denied entry because of her "international identification" when someone else in our party with international ID was allowed in. we were subsequently told that our entire party would not be allowed to sit in if the girl without identification couldn't procure an "american ID". awful service, not coming back.

After dinner at dim sum garden, we wanted to try out city center to walk and hang out. Stumbled upon 1518- it was a little quiet, but you know us- we bring the party! Bartenders were so nice and accommodating! My spouse is a little not into alcohol, but they great with making drinks that didn't taste like alcohol! Drinks I had: Pineapple coconut mojito Amanda's royal crown Drinks he had: Peach orange blossom (with grenadine) beach blanket Malibu bay breeze Maria is great!