National Mechanics
open now, until 02:00
Bar
At this darkly stylish indie bar, housed in a former bank building, the crowd is hip, the craft beers Built by famed architect William Strickland in 1837 the National Mechanics Building has seen banks, churches, clubs, bars and fires pass between its walls, and it’s still standing.
This beautiful building, as much a part of Philadelphia history as any tourist attraction, now houses Philadelphia’s favorite bar and restaurant. Read more
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Jo Anna Rizzo S. 2016-06-15Food and drinks were great, Hostess, and Manager were extremely rude due to the fact we had one extra person join our table and the we upset about...
Roberto M C. 2017-11-24I really like the wings,there so good and good beer on top.
Sheila A. 2017-11-13Loved it!! The history is amazing and the food is awesome. We highly recommend.
Jackie B. 2017-11-13Took some friends here for the first time, love the old building. Drinks were perfect, she even gaves us a history lesson on the building. They're...
Chenine M. 2017-11-07The restaurant is an architectural gem. The decor has a nice mix of modern and classic pieces. The food and the service was excellent. I would highly...
Karen Ann A. 2017-10-31We happened to be in the neighborhood so popped in for lunch. Everything was delicious and the service was great!
John H. 2017-10-15Great beer selection, freindly staff, laid back atmosphere.
Elyse P. 2017-10-13Awesome bartender! Good food! They were playing a bar quiz game it was fun!
Sal I. 2017-10-02Awesome place! I learned the history from the bartender! Yes, we found a friendly bar tender in Old City here at National Mechanics. I forget her name...
Stephen T. 2017-09-19Really cool spot! We enjoyed our cocktails and the bartenders where really friendly and offered great service! Will be back soon!
Leon G. 2017-08-27I had the ribeye steak and the mrs had the salmon both were excellent the service was very good. we also loved the age and history of the building....
Michael C. 2017-08-16cool bar ........................................................
Kristyn Kingston R. 2017-08-09My family and I had a great time! Wonderful service, great music, fantastic food Thanks a bunch!
Andrew S. 2017-08-07Went for lunch today on my visit to Philadelphia. Very courteous and amazing staff. The National Burger is awesome. Not to mention that hot sauce rack...
Patrick C. 2017-07-30Great Bloody's, super waiters helping my wife make the Perfect Bloody Mary. Lots of fun!
Mercedes M. 2017-07-12Really cool place. Food was great and service was wonderful .
Peggy Lanigan H. 2017-07-12We came for drinks followed by lunch. Excellent cheese board - well explained by the waiter! Veggie Burger was really good. Sorry they were out of...
Danielle B. 2017-07-09Had a great birthday lunch here on Saturday! Wonderful staff, good food, great cocktails. Definitely worth visiting!
Lance S. 2017-07-03A great lunch venue. Nice atmosphere and a wonderful staff.
Gayle Marie Gonzalez O. 2017-07-02Probably the best hamburger I've eaten in a long long time. The moment I walked in Janice Joplin was playing on the radio.... this is my kind of place
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20 reviews of National Mechanics.
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