Moonshine Philly

Bar · Pennsport

Moonshine Philly

Bar · Pennsport

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1825 E Moyamensing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148

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Moonshine Philly Review - Pennsport - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"You won’t be shocked to know that the pub Moonshine makes a lot of their cocktails with, well, moonshine. But this Pennsport spot also serves a full menu of bar food, and their burger is one of the better ones in the area. If you’re out late, this is also a great place for a nightcap, since they serve food until 1am." - Sydney McElwee

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Taylor Gardner

Google
Got the wake and bac burger and it was phenomenal. Genuinely one of the best burgers I've had in the city and surprisingly the perfect amount of fries as well. Everything was well priced as well and a nice selection of cocktails & beers. I would recommend no avocado on the burger tho it's not the best texture to go with everything else.

Q V

Google
Delicious burgers, sandwiches, and fries, the Pennsport burger is unique and have great flavor

Michael Herdeen

Google
Stopped in for a bite after visiting Ikea. Did a quick Google search for someplace that was dog friendly and not too far away. Moonshine Philly had great reviews and offered dog friendly seating outside. It was a beautiful night at we took a drive over Seating was on the sidewalk outside the restaurant, lots of space available and relatively quiet there. I ordered the Pennsport Burger and my wife ordered the short rib entree. Both items were excellent and cooked perfectly. Service was very attentive, decent options available for beer and their prices were quite reasonable.

Amy

Google
Loved the place. Great food; the chicken piccata was delicious, and the drinks were as well. Great service. Our server Sally was amazing, as everyone else. Steve Silicato performance 🎤🎶just added to the place!

Kristin Porcello

Google
Moonshine Philly was such a joy. Amazing food and drinks. Waitress was so sweet and down to earth. Staffed greeted us and said goodbye as we left. Just a feel good place

Mercy King

Google
I just noticed I only put stars and did not actually do a review. The food is so good and the drinks are delightful. One thing that I can say is if you like Bloody Marys the bartender (forget her name) makes the best! My dad really enjoyed them when I took him here and told the bartender that it was the best he ever had. I love the hummus trays and wings! They are my absolute favorite to start off with. The brunches are also really good! I miss coming here before the pandemic because I’ve been here only two times for outdoor dining since then. I’ve gathered some photos over time to share.

Mark gross

Google
The food was tasty and the staff was friendly. However, the room we were in had two tables, one to accommodate ten people. It was so noisy the two of us had difficulties talking to each other.

kate mattingly

Google
I travel a lot for work and at the end of the day am looking for a place with delicious food, great service, and solid recommendations. Moonshine surpassed all of these requirements with the most delicious "Spring Salad" I have ever had (fresh, bold, unforgettable) and recommendations from the bartender (I didn't get his name) that were so spot-on. Highly recommend this place and already looking forward to returning to Philly so I can visit again!
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Clarissa V.

Yelp
Good food. Recommend off the specials we got fish tacos and tortilla chicken soup. Fish tacos were great. Also got some fries and they were HOT. and delicious. Tortilla soup was not hit though. Barely warm don't know what happened. But it was really good so I ate it super fast. I also got the manhattan jack Daniel's special. I was warned they don't make good manhattans and that was quite true. To me it tasted like a dirty sock and watered down. lol but once I drank half of it the liquor kicked in and I stopped caring so much. But I normally make it at home with an American rye whiskey like bulleit and sweet red vermouth and bitters, which I was not getting notes of vermouth at all in this manhattan and whiskey wasn't strong. Anywho I still really like coming here and catching some live music too
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Julia S.

Yelp
One of my to go place for drinks and brunch previously but recently has been one of my favorite place to go for spring, summer and early fall because they are dog friendly outside. Might be too cold for late fall and winter for outdoor. Drinks are always delicious and strong -- I've had just classic amaretto sour, margaritas and mimosa to their menu drinks item the blackberry lemonade, watermelon margarita and state of mine. The food hasn't disappointed me yet. I've had the chicken & waffle, burgers, the omelette and probably more things that I can't remember but everything has been good and reasonably priced. I've always mostly good service as well. When I have my dog, we are offered water which is never necessary but awesome. Will be back soon.
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Alexandria S.

Yelp
Moonshine has the best food in South Philly hands down. The staff are super kind, and the drinks are themed to perfection. Highly recommend!
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Tori F.

Yelp
Love the outdoor seating but the food leaves more to be desired. Have had the chicken sandwich before which was good. The mac and cheese doesn't really seem like mac, moreso just bow ties in a bland cheese sauce. The chicken with it made it more flavorful. Ordered the classic burger and asked for it medium and it came well done. Honestly not sure if this is a place the actually takes temperatures for burgers based on the look of the patty. Tots were good though!
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Isaac K.

Yelp
Been here a few times and disappointed each time I want to love this place but i just can't. Service is ok and the location is awesome. But the food and drink has been consistently terrible. Once ordered Meatloaf Au Poivre... which seemed like a great idea. And while the sauce and meatloaf where probably really good - whomever prepared it took the pepper part of the recipe way to far... the entire plate was covered in whole, uncooked black peppercorns making it inedible :( I wasn't sure if it was a joke or not. Again it's in a great spot so I've been back - but each time I've ordered something it's been tough to finish. I'm not a picky eater and have brought other folks who say the same. Hopefully one day I'll end up there and it will be amazing!!
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Joshua J.

Yelp
The food and the restaurant were great ! I would say the service was pretty good too although sometimes the woman server seemed inattentive to us as she was to other patron. The ambiance was cool just like a regular bar in the hood. I don't think I'll be back tho at least not anytime soon.
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Laura P.

Yelp
I was just passing by and hungry so I get an order to go, tried thier crab cake sliders and it was delicious! Definitely would be back again for it. Looks like a chill neighborhood bar! And they have outdoor seating as well if that's what you prefer!
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Shanel S.

Yelp
You must go. In SoPhilly and they have parking!! Totally unassuming corner place, bigger inside than you think. Def neighborhood bar but an amazing menu so so many things to choose from to please all palates. Ask about specials they are a winner, solid drinks too. Oh I'm telling everyone about them. Knowledgeable servers who have pretty much eaten everything there because they been with them for some time. And they have a few tvs with sports on for ya too. Go go now. You won't be disappointed. And the wings crispy, fries perfect and the chicken picatta ravioli.... Oooohhh weeee. They keep it crispy under the sauce, ravioli perfectly cooked. Fresh mozzarella sticks and the creamy balsamic on the salad--- yum!!
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Aimee H.

Yelp
We love moonshine!!!! It's very close by which is obviously a plus lol but they're also usually open when i wait too late and need a bite to eat. The food is tasty and it's a nice little place, but with more room than Id thought before - last time we went they were doing an event and took us up to another floor to eat :0
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Holly G.

Yelp
Checking out what could possibly be our new neighborhood and wanted to try Moonshine for quite a while. Luckily it was a nice breezy summer day. Not scorching hot & humid. Not a fan of outside seating but it was such a nice day we opted to soak up the atmosphere. So nice to see all types of families with children, pups and each enjoying the their day. Started with a couple of Cocktails - they had me at $5 Bloody Mary's- and an Orange Mooncicle (highly recommended!) Brunch was Chicken & waffles and a chicken Sammie. Both cooked to perfection. Ample portions & a nice honey glaze on the chicken. The star of the day was the staff. All were kind, accommodating, and knowledgeable. It really will be what brings us back including a turn at the jukebox & the expansive dinner menu. Fat chik review: 4 double chins )))) - good armless seating, table to thigh ratio & didn't have to ask. (In case you are new to my feed 4 double chins is a 5* equivalent) We'll be back and perhaps dragging some folks with us.

Jamie K.

Yelp
We were in Philly to catch the Braves for opening day. We ran intoMoonshine on our way to the stadium. Amazing atmosphere and great drinks. They even raffled off 2 tickets to the Phillies game. Would recommend.
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J M.

Yelp
Good food, very nice staff, all in all a great place, just a little pricey for me or I'd give 5 stars!
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Mathew M.

Yelp
First time in Pennsport area and brought our two kids and sat outside for lunch. Nice little corner spot with friendly and fast service. Good food and good drink selection too.

Christopher B.

Yelp
Good spot, my daughter and I enjoyed Burgers, my wife the chicken cutlet sandwich, cold beer, great service... I'll be back again when visiting my daughter
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Sarah A.

Yelp
Enjoyed the wide sidewalk along Moyamensing Avenue, which lent itself to comfortable dining al fresco along with the plentiful heat lamps and a blue-stone firepit located near our table.* Overall, service was pleasant, if a bit haphazard**. We enjoyed two appetizers: fried pickles and cheesesteak queso. Would get the fried pickles again--nice, light batter, and good flavor. Would not get the cheesesteak queso again--nothing special and the cheese congealed too quickly in the cool, autumn weather. The various burgers the table ordered were tasty (and messy!) and between the hand cut fries and the tater tots, the fries won hands down--tots could've used more time in the oven. The drinks were good, though they were out of the two types of Knob Creek listed on the menu. Could see how Moonshine Philly would be a nice neighborhood watering hole. *Both ran out of propane as we were wrapping our meal. **One order was entered incorrectly and had to ask a few times for hot sauce, which was said to be tabasco, but was in fact sriracha.
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Eric F.

Yelp
Great cheese burger egg rolls and definitely a diamond in the rough type of place. I would highly suggest if you are in the area.
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Tim W.

Yelp
Great food, Great drink selection, Great atmosphere, and very friendly service. Go here before you go to see the game.
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Don P.

Yelp
What an eclectic crowd this place draws most unusual as I looked around, no matter I was there for a late lunch. I was quite satisfied with the burger I ordered, it was slightly overcooked but tasted alright. Others in our party remarked that while their food was just okay it wasn't quite what it use to be and felt the place had slipped a bit. Still another wasn't satisfied at all with the avocado, tomato grilled cheese sandwich and I had to agree. The bread was barely warm, cheese wasn't melted, the center was stone cold, it never should have left the kitchen like that. The apps on the other hand were good, fried calamari with an Asian dipping sauce and the loaded fries were a hit. There is nothing memorable about our dining experience that would beckon a return visit.

Wijin L.

Yelp
Great place to hang out. The staff members were accommodating and super nice. Rich awesome!
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Julie W.

Yelp
Weird that I still haven't reviewed moonshine. It's fairly close to where I live and I've been plenty of times, sitting indoors, outdoors, or getting takeout. It's not always great but I'm obsessed with the blackened chicken and pesto gnocchi. The chicken sandwich and burger and fries are all good, but I won't order anything besides the gnocchi. It's just what I want!
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Sarah R.

Yelp
They have a nice selection of drinks but unfortunately some come in very small servings for the cost especially the wine and Tennessee wildfire. The blackberry lemonade was great though and a decent amount! As for food, I've only tried to sweet potato fries and they were good, also in a good sized portion. My dining partner got the Brussels sprouts and she thought they were delicious. They have heat lamps so we sat outside in a very nice patio! As of Jan 2021 they do have limited indoor dining as well but we felt more comfortable outside.
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Brian L.

Yelp
The restaurant is so cool. And the wait staff were fantastic. I didn't eat there, but everything was so great!
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Glenda C.

Yelp
Found this cute neighboor place while I was out shopping. At the beginning our service wasn't the greatest and we almost got up to go but decided to stay based on the reviews we read about the food. It took a while for someone to come out to our table and it was clean. Once the waitress came out we made sure to put in all our orders at once so we wouldn't have to wait again for her to come out .... We sat there for a pretty long time and the place was empty. We order a bunch of appetizer and they were all good. Entree was ok. Asiago chicken with risotto. Make sure to ask for the happy hour menu .. was not offered to us and we definitely would've tried some of their options. All in all food was good but service was super slow
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Rabia A.

Yelp
We had reservations for 845 and we arrived at 830. We probably didn't get seated until 915ish...but the food was pretty good! The Mac n cheese is a great appetizer to start with. The burger and fries, omg!! So damn good!
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Michelle G.

Yelp
Fantastic spot for brunch on a sunny Sunday morning. We sat outside but inside looked cute too. Staff was friendly and generally attentive. We thought the food and drinks were great. I definitely recommend the hummus. It was tremendous.
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Katrina L.

Yelp
Moonshine is a great place to enjoy a good meal outside when the weather is nice (though I'm sure eating inside is just as enjoyable). They were quite busy on a nice Friday night but service was still quick and very friendly. Prices for delicious food are reasonable. I really enjoyed the cheesesteak queso, the fried chicken sandwich (the pepper relish was so good!) with perfectly cooked fries, and the French onion soup (quite salty, but really tasty). Will absolutely return!
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Ritesh S.

Yelp
Fun neighborhood bar and grill! Came here for some St. Paddy's day action and it was a fun vibe. The place is intermixed with residential buildings but the signage is clear so you can't miss it. We found street parking not too far and walked over. Outside I noticed they had their outdoor seating prepped, and some heat lamps (that were off when we arrived). Looks like it would be a fun place for some outdoor nomming and people watching in better weather. Inside it's a Irish pub atmosphere - which was a perfect place to be for St. Paddy's day. There was some live music being played, and a decent crowd. It wasn't too packed or too empty, so ambiance was comfortable. We sat at the bar and ordered a round of spicy Bloody Mary's (yes spicy), and a hummus platter. The server was very generous with the vodka in the Marys and the hummus was perfectly shareable for two! Overall, great service - quick and casual. This place was recommended by a friend for brunch and it definitely looks like it can serve it up. I'm glad I had a chance to pop in and hoping to come back here for a full on brunch-a-thon when the weather gets better.

Colleen A.

Yelp
Awesome menu and food options. Cute bar environment and cocktails. Food is delicious as well as prices. Nice place to spend an afternoon. Very attentive to customers and quick with service. Would definitely recommend this business. You can also sit outside for the outside dining experience. Try it out.
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Morgan B.

Yelp
My husband and I decided to try this place based on all the wonderful reviews! We made a reservation for 7pm in a Saturday. They have a cute outdoor dining area set up in front. They also have a few reserved parking spots in the lot adjacent to the restaurant which is really nice! Especially considering the subway doesn't stop near this area. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. They had $5 Bloody Mary specials so I had one. It was ok, a little spicy, but it was solid. The food menu has a lot of choices. I was kind of hoping for something a bit light, without ordering a salad, and that was a challenge since everything on the menu is pretty much comfort food. I decided on the short rib dip, and my husband had the short rib dinner with Mac and cheese. Our food came out quickly! My short rib sandwich was really good! The fries were crispy, but lacked seasoning. My husband's short rib was good, but the Mac and cheese was horrible! It tasted like it had been grilled. It tasted charred and burnt-Smokey, not like they used smoked cheese or something, but like they had somehow put it on a grill and burned the life out it. So, unfortunately his Mac and cheese went to waste. Overall, we had a nice time. The food was ok, not amazing, but ok. The service was good and friendly. We probably won't go back, but we are glad we tried it!
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Ashley C.

Yelp
Recently dined here on a Fri night after getting multiple gift cards for them from an event. I had never heard of Moonshine nor been the Pennsport area before, but decided this was a great opportunity to check it out. Getting the table was a breeze during prime weekend hours and service was extraordinarily nice! The food is the reason I'm giving it only 3 stars though. The food was SO salty. We ordered the French onion soup (tasted great but too salty), their flagship blackened chicken on pesto gnocchi (again would be much better with less salt), cheeseburger with added cheddar and avocado (meat wasn't good at all and fries were too salty), and the surf and turf comprised of steak and shrimp (steak tasted cheap, shrimp good, potatoes were OK). The vibe of the place was casual neighborhood bar and represented the population of the nearby area well. Overall 3/5
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Danielle T.

Yelp
We came here on a whim for dinner one night. We asked to sit outside and they kind of placed us all the way in the back where we were kind of forgotten about. To start we got the lunar sangria and fried pickles. They were both delicious. For dinner I got the chicken piccata ravioli. It was very flavorful but the ravioli were a little under cooked. My partner got the crispy chicken sandwich which was super tasty as well. I would have given this place 5 stars but the service needs to improve.
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Kathryn C.

Yelp
5Lemon Parmesan Brussels Sprouts/Lemon Vinaigrette and Parmesan: Perfectly crispy and refreshing with the lemon vinaigrette. Well executed! 4 Fried Pickles w/ Chipotle Sauce: Solid fried pickles and the chipotle sauce gives a mild kick for added flavor. Breading stays in tact. Never overly greasy from being fried but come out piping hot so way a couple minutes to let them cool down! 5 Shrimp and Cavatelli Pasta/ Grilled Shrimp and cavatelli pasta w/ Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and Parmesan cheese served in a blush sauce. Topped with crispy bacon bits: Highly recommend this dish as it was my favorite dish during the meal. The ingredients were all fresh and zero fishy flavor with the shrimp. Would recommend pulling the shells though! 5Rice Bowl/ Brown Rice, shredded carrots, mushrooms, broccoli, poblano peppers, scallions, sesame seeds, and sweet soy sauce: Highly recommend as a vegetarian option but you can add protein if you like! The sweet soy sauce was distinct but delicious. 3BYO Burger/ Lettuce, Tomato, and American cheese with fries: Ground beef was a little gritty and flavorless. Nothing really special about the burger. Fries were good and seasoned well. Overall 5: Great food! Service was great and attentive on both the waitress and staff clearing finished dishes & refilling waters. Although busy on Black Friday with ringing up their gift card promotion they were able to close us quickly!
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Melissa S.

Yelp
Local neighborhood spot, we just did wine down Wednesday where they have $20 dollars bottle of wine specials. Our waitresses were really attentive and nice! We didn't get food, so that rating reflects more the bar.
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Karl A.

Yelp
My girlfriend and I checked out Moonshine over the weekend after we realized we had set out too late to go to nearby The Dutch despite still being in the mood for brunch. Moonshine, even with a full specials page of its menu, wasn't doing much in that line, but we were pleasantly surprised at how much we enjoyed what we ordered, all the same. There were a good few things that caught my eye on the menu, but I was pretty hungry by this point so I kept it simple and hearty with "The Pennsport Burger"; my gf ordered a mild version of the (no longer-)blackened chicken/gnocchi dish. Drinks wise, I started with one of the $5 special Bloody Mary's (one of the only concessions to brunch), followed by a draft beer. The food was strong in both cases; my gf wasn't really in the mood for lunch/dinner fair when she ordered, but the kitchen nailed her dish with vibrant, flavorful pesto and satisfying, pillowy gnocchi. I tried it myself and would love to order the dish sometime with the blackened seasoning intact. My burger was also good stuff; I don't know if it was quite medium rare, which is what I had requested when asked, but it was juicy and its toppings made it distinct from your standard bar burger - it has to earn its claim to being the neighborhood's burger, after all. It does so with mozzarella, tomato jam, prosciutto, basil aioli, and caramelized onions. To be honest, I didn't notice the prosciutto much, visibly or in the flavor mix; but each bite of the burger was loaded with flavor, so it's possible the prosciutto just hid in the background, taste-wise. Everything else on there was fully assertive and added nicely to the burger itself, complimenting the beef patty and making it feel different, but not in any overwhelming way that made me forget I was eating a hamburger. It came with tots (I could have had regular or sweet potato fries, alternatively), which were very crisp on the outside and light inside. Beyond that, the Bloody Mary was fine, though nothing to write home about (hence I switched to a beer to finish out the meal); but then again, it was $5 and only the second Bloody Mary I think I've had in the past year, so I wasn't complaining. We went during lunch on a sunny, warm Saturday, so I was fine with being told that because we didn't have a reservation we could only get the isolated high-top near the hostess' station...but I did find it a bit odd that the rest of the outdoor seats never really filled in to the extent that we couldn't have gotten a more normal seat (granted, there could have been cancelations and they may not have been seating the last stretch of tables along the restaurant's side, but it still seemed unnecessary for us to get relegated to last-ditch table). All the same, we liked it enough that it's safe to say we'll go back again - especially because the food was the highlight and we generally enjoyed ourselves.
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Stefi V.

Yelp
Best South Philly neighborhood bar. Amazing drinks and delicious food. A must-try when in Pennsport!!!!!!!!!!
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Felicia P.

Yelp
This place was very cozy! It has an awesome combination "typical South Philly / hipster" vibe. We had an appetizer and drinks at the bar as we waited for a table to open up. (We had made a reservation about a half an hour before we arrived, but it didn't really matter.) The calamari app was delicious!! My cocktail was very strong and also good. Definitely worth the money. For dinner, we were seated in the dining room next door! We literally had to go out the door and back in, to the house next door. That was funny, but the dining room next door was really relaxed and private. The bathroom upstairs was as large as a bedroom! Really nice and clean. Our entrees were very good, if a tad salty/heavy. As for the service, even though we were in that separate dining room, our waiter checked on us often. I enjoyed this restaurant!
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Karen G.

Yelp
Sunday Brunch Menu: Don't order the mushroom, onion and cheese frittata with salad and home fries. It comes in a skillet and was very dry, I topped mine with sriracha to give it flavor. The "salad" was 3 parsley sprigs, the home fries were mushy cubed sweet potatoes ? I've been eating there for years. Stick with the burgers for brunch.
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Lindsay F.

Yelp
Today, my partner and I went to Moonshine to celebrate our engagement! We called before to see if there was outdoor seating, since we wanted to bring our dog with us. They said there was outdoor seating, so we proceeded to walk there. When we arrived, we found out there wasn't any outdoor seating, so we had to return home to drop off our baby. Eventually, we made it back and sat in the back section. We ordered their chicken wings (one order of buffalo and one order of blackened), the lemon Parmesan Brussel Sprouts, and the tots. They were out of the Moonshine Original tots (which they make in house), so we had to get the traditional tots (purchased somewhere else). We also each got a beverage. I ordered a beer and my partner ordered some type of scotch mule. The food came out quick, and it was delicious. The buffalo wings are so good. Not too spicy. I didn't like the blackened chicken as much. Something about the seasoning was off for me. I did think the brussel sprouts were overdressed in whatever vinaigrette they had on them. The traditional tots were good. I'd love to try the ones they make in house sometime.
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Andrew S.

Yelp
First time visiting, and as a new member of Pennsport, I'm thrilled that this place is so close to me. The reviews aren't lying. The food is delicious. We had calamari, Brussels sprouts, and the short rib dip that came with fries. We both agreed that every item was tasty, cooked properly, and fairly portioned. The prices are also extremely fair. I will definitely be a regular patron, and even when I move out of Pennsport, I'll be sure to come back to Moonshine. Comfortable atmosphere; friendly staff and patrons; varied draft list; good place to watch a game (Sixers playoff tonight); outdoor seating. It really is everything you hope your local corner bar would be. Can't wait to come back and try the other menu items and specials. Homerun all the way.
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Victoria R.

Yelp
Loved everything we tried here. The charcuterie board, dumplings, pasta, wings, and braised short ribs were all amazing. Absolutely enjoyed our cocktails! Definitely coming back again, and can't wait to experience this place post pandemic. Also, did not realize this when my friends and I picked this place to eat, but the head chef was a Chopped Champion and on Hell's Kitchen. We only found out because she was shooting a promo video for some event they were going participating in. Explains a lot about the food quality.
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Andrew T.

Yelp
We only went here as they advertised in one of the open house of city fitness. We ordered the Blackened Chicken Pesto Gnocchi, French Onion Soup, Signature Burger. The food was really salty even the chicken Pesto and French onion soup. Overall, the food quality is just fair that's why I'm just giving them three stars. I would not come back to dine in. It is great if you have friends to hang out and have a couple of drinks but if you are looking for quality food, this is not the place for you.
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Montinique W.

Yelp
Enjoyed visiting this cozy space packed with a lot of history. This place has a front patio and two dining buildings. The main entrance is the bar and more lively side. The over flow seating is in the building next door. It's very quiet over there and they just have one large tv. There is a parking lot specifically for this restaurant which is very nice, you don't have to worry about finding a spot or paying for parking. During my visit the owner was there and came to our table for a quick chat. I'm not sure what we did but he gave us feee mozzarella sticks! Im originally from Philly but have been living down south for 20 years now. I was back home for Super Bowl 52 weekend and our server was very nice and helpful and gave us a lot of suggestions and far a night life and places to shop that may still have Super Bowl gear before the big game!
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Gwendolyn P.

Yelp
First tried moonshine at a taste of Philly event in center city. I was so impressed with the food that I sampled at the event that my husband and I decided to make the trip to Pennsport on our way to a stadium game. Loved all of the outdoor seating in the cute quaint neighborhood. They had a variety of offerings on the menu.
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Jun K.

Yelp
Yo Rich, mannnn what's up with the normal TOTS? So my main Dube Sexton moved to KCMO last year and I hadn't been to Moonshine. Until today... I was craving the formerly famous melon ball scooped tater tots... As I braved the torrential down pour driven by the idea of their crispy succulence... Well imagine my surprise when some regular old style tots arrived at my table. (Bubble Popped) I immediately waved down my waitress to cancel the to go order I had placed with my initial order. So as I wiped the tear of sadness I was comforted by the creamy cheese sauce and tasty steak that topped my loaded tots. And washed away my remaining disappointment with a very tasty Cape May seasonal... further more a dessert from Ms Trudy next door will sooth my hurt feelings.
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Scott V.

Yelp
Decent outdoor seating with Covid restrictions when I came here late November in '20. Server was very knowledgable with the beers on tap so I took his suggestions. Even offered samples. Had a basic pub burger with an egg with fries. Very filling and hit the spot. Hope to be here again as I liked this hip-eclectic setting.
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Mercy K.

Yelp
The food is so good and the drinks are delightful. One thing that I can say is if you like Bloody Marys the bartender (forget her name) makes the best! My dad really enjoyed them when I took him here and told the bartender that it was the best he ever had. I love the hummus trays and wings! They are my absolute favorite to start off with. The brunches are also really good! I miss coming here before the pandemic because I've been here only two times for outdoor dining since then. I've gathered some photos over time to share.

Amy L.

Yelp
Love love love their cocktails! So tasty. Food's delicious as well. Nice ambiance. It's a neighborhood staple worth returning to time and time again.
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Ashlee L.

Yelp
Fairly new to South Philly and had been wanting to try this spot. Great ambiance. Very friendly and prompt staff. Food, far less than I expected it to be. Cheeseburger eggrolls were really bad, honestly. Very, very dry.. didn't seem like any cheese in them.. and the beef had no seasoning at all. Shrimp and Cavatelli entree was ok, but not as great as I was hoping especially for 18.. the sauce itself was good, had to pick around the pull the tails off of the shrimp, veggies seemed a bit undercooked, and the pasta was very chewy. The kids chicken tenders and fries were really good though. Overall, I don't see myself going back unless for a drink
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Leah M.

Yelp
UPDATED 12/23/17.!!!!!! This one visit changed everything!! Keep in mind this is my 5th time here. Bad service goes a long way. We enter , hello, 'my name is _____I have reservation for two' blank stare , I repeat myself. Now the bad service. Speak loudly the greeter who I have never seen before doesn't seem to hear well. When you clearly give your name, say reservations for two and set up seats for SIX! Then she along with another behind the bar argue they heard six. Only two standing waiting for 4 minutes while they set up. I order two decaf coffees they come 6-7 minutes later different types of cups, neither are hot. We were told the coffee was brewing upstairs this was the reason for the delay. My cup was lukewarm and strong like old left over coffee. They returned with a second cup The young man delivered with his hand totally around the rim I would drink from. Still not hot. This time the host/server agreed. My reservation was 11:45 food order taken 12:00 because I'm near the kitchen and the other party is eating at 12:26 I hear our order being placed. Her back up 'I heard 6 too' going in and out of the kitchen flipping her hair and it ALL over her clothes flying everywhere!!! I'm writing this before my meal arrives. It arrived cool but plenty. The server never suggested the brunch drinks or anything else. Packed up my food will warm and eat at home. When you're looking for a great breakfast or brunch and you want to stay outside of Center City or you are coming from the suburbs Moonshine should be your first stop! The first thing the Pennsport area has come along way from a neighborhood that may not have been the most attractive or inviting (to some). Driving through the area you see the absolute care and pride taken by most of the homeowners. This shines through on almost every house in the neighborhood on Moyamensing Avenue. We arrived to Moonshine (restaurant/bar) and greeted by Lauren. The choice of indoor or outdoor dining was offered. They also have a bar where you can eat and drink. While reading the menu I was reminded they have live music when the a percussion player arrived. After eating our meal we were encouraged by Brian to move over to the house adjacent to and part of Moonshine. Glad we did it's s beautiful building. The music was a soft bluesy jazz feel and enjoyable. On to the food and service. At times it was slow getting our items. It could be excused if the place was crowded. There was a nice amount of people but not overwhelming. But the staff was nice and engaging so I'll give them a pass. Each item we ordered was plentiful and tasty. I highly suggest the French Toast sticks, they are not frozen or store bought. These brown beauties are crispy, flavorful and topped with chunks of thick cut bacon. I started with the loaded fries, 'delicious'! Then I had the Short Rib Skillet, the Short Rib was tender and bursting with flavor. Generally I do not like oven roasted potatoes in place of traditional home fries but again the flavor stood out, so much so I didn't add ketchup and I usually do. My hubby had the bacon cheddar omelette it came with a beautifully brown biscuit (you have several bread options). When it arrived his comment was 'Oh my God!' It was oozing with cheese and thick bacon pieces. He repeated Oh my God!' through several bites. To address the slowness we were given drinks on the house. It is refreshing to find a place who addresses customer service issues without being prompted. Overall the customer service was excellent just slow at times but the food was outstanding and a great value!