Percy Street Barbecue
(Now Closed)BBQ Joint$$$$
Washington Square West, Philadelphia
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Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 14, 2013Percy Street already pours the best root beer float in town (Yards root beer and homemade vanilla ice cream), but go during happy hour and you can spike yours with a half-price shot of bourbon.
Jenny LuAugust 8, 2014loved the skillet cornbread ($5). served hot out of the oven, with chunks of cheddar inside and a nice kick with each bite from the jalapeños!
Ashish GordeJuly 20, 2016The food is absolutely tasty and filling here. I ordered a pork belly sandwich that seemed rather compact and easy to bite without any major spillage. My wife ordered beef brisket and was good, too
CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014Who knew a Yankee Jew could serve up some mean barbeque, but we tip our hats to Chef/Owner Mike Solomonov and Chef Erin O’Shea for a fantastic take on some of our southern favorites.
Steve PolandJune 20, 2015Get everything and anything. Great BBQ, great jukebox, great Mac n cheese, great beer selection, great pecan pie. Awesome place
DailyCandyNovember 20, 2013The smoky aroma wafting down South Street lures many a Whole Foods shopper away from her tofu. Stop by for chopped brisket or pulled pork with all the fixings.
Leonard HansonAugust 17, 2014Try the Lancaster Kolsch, an authentic German style lager. The pork tenderloin is also a treat.
Joel A.September 17, 2014For the true pork aficionado, get the succulent & savory pork belly sandwich. Notable mentions: Mac n cheese & beef brisket
Dominique MonétDecember 22, 2012Omg all the meats are soooo tender falling right off the bone! The cornbread, Mac & cheese & sauces are AMAZING!!!!! Definitely a must go to place.
Leanne AlyssaFebruary 21, 2015Pretty pricy for the portion sizes but the mac and cheese, biscuits, and vegan white bean soup are delicious. Pecan pie is not good at all. The service is great.
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012If you like your beer in cans, Percy Street has more than 60 behind the bar. And if you like your canned beer with pickle juice and BBQ sauce, order the Hillbilly Gatorade. You’ll thank us later.- CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014Don’t miss the Pork Belly Sandwich and wash it down with one of the 100+ Craft Can Beers on the list.
- Philadelphia MagazineAugust 15, 2012During the week from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. get half-priced whiskey and beer from featured producers, half-priced turkey tails, country ham plate and BBQ fries. Read more
- Philadelphia MagazineSeptember 14, 2011Southern flavor adjusted for Philly taste makes Percy a favorite for comfort foods like smoked chicken and sweet-potato casserole. Yeah, they made our 2011 list of Best Restaurants in Philly! Read more
Oleg TkachenkoJuly 6, 2016Great ribs & draft beer but awful salads and sides. Fair price and big portions - enough for two. Ribs - 19$
Get the mac&cheese and the green bean casserole. Yeah I know I should probably be mentioning the ribs at a BBQ joint. But do yourself a favor and check the sides too.
Ernest SalgadoMay 27, 2013Change the menu, the food is 10x better and the service was great! Very kid friendly ! Thank you. Beer and Pickle juice is amazing!
The pulled pork is fantastic. Also, the have root beer on tap if you're into that sort of thing. It's amazing.- Estefania SantosJuly 13, 2015Beers of all kinds. But I don't believe that they don't have proper cups for each type of beer. It's a sin !
James CApril 11, 2015This was an amazing experience. Food was great. Staff was great. Best BBQ in Philadelphia.
Joan LiuJuly 26, 2012Definitely got my money's worth here! The pulled pork sandwiches were HUGE. I recommend the Sweet Thang sauce mixed with the spicy one!
Patrick WMarch 24, 2014The smoked pork tenderloin is likely my favorite on the menu. Avoid the collards unless you want to be disappointed, they're a bit bland. Good list of unique beers. Not bad for BBQ in Philly.
Larisa GrollemondOctober 23, 2015Solid BBQ all around, amazing cornbread and an extensive beer list!
Alex MasMay 8, 2015Great barbecue restaurant. Good beer selection. So much food you are not going to finish it.
Flor Elena CarballoAugust 23, 2015Pork ribs, German potato salad, cast iron skillet cornbread all it's delicious- Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 14, 2013When you're done with the hard stuff, enjoy the best root beer float in Philadelphia, made with Yards own root beer.
Justin NachodMarch 31, 2013Ask your server for beer recommendations based on beers you're already familiar with .... The can list is quite good.
Surprisingly good happy hour. $3 for a whole line of a brewery's offerings, discounted food items. Ends at 6:30pm
Surprisingly vegan friendly for a BBQ place! The staff knows exactly what's in each dish and how/if they can be altered. Try the vegan chili and the avocado salad!
Kristie MabsApril 29, 2013Go for the Rootbear Float. Yards Rootbeer and vanilla ice cream in a mason jar is the perfect combination.
Raj SarmaAugust 6, 2014The BBQ here is very good and well priced. I found the brisket a little over salty, but it was still not bad.
Chicken Biscuit and BBQ Fries, both $5 for Happy Hour (5-6, M-F).
Follow FoodieAugust 14, 2011The baby back ribs have a good texture & flavor on their own. Add BBQ sauce to make sweeter, spicier or just saucier.
Jonathan RichardsMarch 30, 2013Lamb ribs all the way. Every bit as good as those I have eaten in Memphis
- Philadelphia MagazineSeptember 7, 2011Chef Erin O'Shea's key lime pie is the best summer pie in town, and her pecan will have to get the vote for winter. Read more
Sauce rationing is now in effect. You will be limited to a thimble of ketchup or half a shot of BBQ.
Lisa GormleyJuly 4, 2014Bring a sweater or jacket today it was freezing cold! On the upside the food was good!
TV Food MapsSeptember 3, 2014Check out Percy Street BBQ as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Read more- Chris MooreFebruary 7, 2015Meet was a little dry, but it was around 9PM. BBQ places are usually better early.
- Philadelphia MagazineDecember 5, 2011The Hillbilly gatorade. Beer. With pickle juice and BBQ sauce. Yes, it's something to add to the bucket list. Read more
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Percy Street Barbecue
900 South St (btwn 9th St & 10th St)
Philadelphia, PA 19147
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19147
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
(215) 625-8510
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Some of the best ribs hands down I’ve had so far in Philly. Meat falls of the bone and not pricey at all. A great combo for $10 will leave you full quickly"
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