Welcome to Oscar's Tavern
Oscar's Tavern, located in Philadelphia, is a legendary dive bar loved by locals for its no-frills atmosphere, cheap drinks, and great music. The cash-only policy adds to its authentic charm, offering a selection of adult beverages and classic bar food like hoagies and chicken tenders. With friendly staff, diverse playlists, and a safe environment, Oscars Tavern is a go-to spot for those looking for a laid-back experience in the heart of the city. Whether you're watching a game or just hanging out with friends, Oscars Tavern delivers a unique and memorable dive bar experience.
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1524 Sansom St Philadelphia, PA 19102 Hotline: (215) 972-9938
Are you looking for a classic dive bar experience with great food and drinks in Philadelphia? Look no further than Oscar's Tavern located at 1524 Sansom St. This legendary dive bar is a favorite among locals and tourists alike, offering a no-frills atmosphere with a full bar, pool table, jukebox, and outdoor seating.
The reviews speak for themselves, with customers raving about the friendly service, great music, and delicious food. From their famous hoagies to juicy chicken tenders, Oscar's Tavern has something for everyone. Just remember to bring cash as they are a cash-only establishment.
Whether you're looking to catch a game or just chill with friends, Oscar's Tavern is the place to be. With happy hour specials and a welcoming atmosphere, you'll feel right at home at this center city legend. Don't miss out on this hidden gem in the heart of Philadelphia.
Great service great food. Best dive in Philly. Great music. Just remember to bring cash.
Everything you would want and expect from a dive bar. No frills, cash only, cheap drinks and a nice atmosphere to hang out or watch a game in.
We came here because our kids told us to check it out. We came on a Saturday and the Penn State game was on as well as the Flyers. We were going to go somewhere else to watch Notre Dame and ended up staying because the service was good and then ended up having the Oscar's famous hoagie. It was amazing. And I had the chicken tenders which were also really good.
Great bar, great people good drinks. Cash only with no atm but would drink here a lot if I lived in the area.
This place is great!!!! Was there sunday to watch the Eagles play our bartender Bobby was awesome !!
Love! Great bar. A legit bar. I needed beer, they had beer on tap! $5 a draught. Good selection. Bar staff included women and I felt totally safe drinking there by myself. Came back several times on my trip.
I've heard of this center city legend for years. Last night was my first time ending up there. Everything else in center city was jam packed. This place had maybe 30 people. It was nice to get some space to sit and wait for our table at a place across the street. Honestly I would've preferred to stay there but I was out voted. Back in the day it was where a bunch of temple students would go after classes. It seems like it has held that appeal. We left with an $18 bill with 4 people in our party and one person in the group got an $11 whiskey drink. I think she said manhattan but she said it was 90% whiskey. So I guess they want to give you your moneys worth here. The fact that a place like this still exists in center city is a testament to its legendary status. Playlist on was pretty good too. Very diverse. Is that a testament to the crowd that goes in there? I suggest you go here pre or post game. You won't find another place so cheap in this area.
NEED TO KNOW B4 YOU WALK IN: No card usage allowed! ONLY CASH! Pros: *Small, nonchain hole-in-the-wall with very reasonably-priced, adult bevs! *Limited menu chock full of staples (hamburgers, salads, sausages, cheesesteaks, wings, onion rings, etc)! *friendly faces (locals & employees) *Philly Eagles decor galore *great music
We stopped in for a drink and ended staying for a bit. It's cash only and they were very accommodating changing the channel to the soccer game for us. The drinks were strong and it felt very Philly just what we were looking for!