This vibrant beer garden, boasting over 40 brews and stunning river views, serves up delicious snacks and lively fun in a chill, social atmosphere.
"Morgan’s Pier has everything you could possibly want in a beer garden: river views, a ton of seating, over 40 different beers to choose from, and a sandwich and seafood menu with a baker’s dozen of choices. So, not surprisingly, it’s pretty much the biggest day-drinking party in the city during the summer. Even with the huge amount of space it takes up under the Ben Franklin Bridge, Morgan’s Pier still gets crowded super quickly, so your best bet is to head there early, grab a few tables, and order enough pitchers so that you don’t have to get the bartender’s attention for the foreseeable future." - candis mclean, alison kessler
"When you grab a table at Morgan’s Pier in Old City, you’re basically signing up for a day at an outdoor, waterfront frat party—without the beer-soaked floors. The DJs are blasting Kendrick Lamar, there are over 40 beers to choose from, and it gets super crowded quickly. There are typical snacky things on the menu, like average fries, over-fried buffalo chicken pizza, and mushy black bean sliders. But you’re not here for the food. You’re here to dance the night away under the Ben Franklin Bridge and do tequila shots with the strangers you meet in the bathroom. In the summer it’s best to head here early (to avoid the line) and order enough pitchers that you don’t have to get the bartender’s attention for the foreseeable future." - Candis R. McLean
"Set on the Delaware River, Morgan’s Pier is a sprawling beer garden with water views, a lively crowd, and events all summer long. The food is from chef Adam Lazarick, who uses sandwich rolls and pizza dough from Alex Bois of Lost Bread Co. The cocktails are pure summer, from the watermelon rickey to the frozen margaritas. There’s a party atmosphere at night." - Rachel Vigoda, Sarah Maiellano
"Last week, Philadelphia magazine reported that several Philly-area hotspots, including the D.C.-based chain Founding Farmers in King of Prussia and restaurant group FCM Hospitality (which includes Morgan’s Pier, Liberty Point, Lola’s Garden, Dolphin Tavern, and others) were charging automatic “wellness” and/or “employee benefit” fees to diners that were between 3 and 5 percent of their bill." - Ernest Owens
"On the Delaware River, sprawling outdoor bar Morgan’s Pier has multiple TV screens for game-watching to go with the water views. Reservations are required. If you’re going for the $75 food and drink package, which includes all-you-can-drink beverages and food, book it in advance." - Jillian Wilson
