Royal Tavern
Pub, Burger Joint, and Wings Joint$$$$
Bella Vista - Southwark, Philadelphia
"The Chicken Frankie wrap is amazing."(3 Tips)
"Tempeh club is great for dinner ... and tomorrow's lunch!"(3 Tips)
"There’s also a pretty wicked vegan sloppy joe for non-meat eaters."(3 Tips)
"Get the Angus Burger!"(5 Tips)
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MarcApril 3, 2016Food & Wine Best Burgers in Philly: Angus burger is sweet, spicy, & salty from toppings: bacon, caramlzed onions, pickled long hots, smoked gouda & chile mayo. Award-winning fav on burger bucket list.
Krystle SimsAugust 27, 2013If you're thinking of passing on this gastropub - don't. Seriously - get in there! Amazing variety incl killer veg options. Service was pleasant, food was decadent, atmosphere was relaxed + fun - yum!
Stephanie AnnOctober 29, 2016Peach Milkshake Truffle Fries......... OH My!!! They have great vegetarian options and even some good vegan options.
Vanessa CopeJuly 17, 2016Great service! Decent beer list. AMAZING food. Busy dive bar atmosphere. Short rib grilled cheese and wild mushroom bisque were heavenly. Old Bay fires were cooked perfectly. Love!
Billie Jo HayesMarch 31, 2016Love it! Quirky, punky, loud and little. Best burger, hands down! Great vegan options, unique beer options changed often. Staff knowledgable on beer list. GF accommodating!
Philly.comAugust 3, 2014Little wonder the music is good at the Royal Tavern in Bella Vista - the guys behind this bar are Stephen Simons and David Frank, from the Khyber, and Bryan Dilworth, of Electric Factory Concerts. Read more- Lauren SmithAugust 18, 2018Unassuming pub from the outside has great food inside with lots of veg/vegan options. Same owners as royal sushi and cantina.
Brad GrahamFebruary 27, 2014Meatloaf Sandwich. Meatloaf, bacon, crispy mushrooms, fried egg, cheddar, and tomato glaze on white bread. There’s also a pretty wicked vegan sloppy joe for non-meat eaters.
Erin DanielleApril 13, 2019Loved my burger it was super amazing and the malt mayo with the fries was heavenly. I can’t wait to come back here.
Brendan RastetterAugust 14, 2014The angus burger is incredible. Excellent craft beer selection. And DO NOT forget to order the duck confit potato skins because they're to die for.
Lance LacoffMay 11, 2019Burgers are still great here but also can’t go wrong with chicken including the pulled bbq chicken sandwich with jalapeño slaw
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 14, 2013The burger has been praised. The meatloaf sandwich too. Same for the vegan specials. But have you had the chicken frankie? The Passyunk Avenue bar excels at that too.
Best brunch in town. Croque Madam Eggs Benedict. Pancakes. Brewed coffee. Potatoes.
I love how this friendly dive bar not only has some good brews and great food like their soup in a bowl and their amazing Cheese burger but to top it they have Sriracha sauce on the table- Philadelphia MagazineDecember 13, 2010Order the cures-all burger or fluffy, chive-spiked scrambled eggs draped over tater tots — or be good with a tofu scramble or the super-cinnamon-y house-made lavender honey granola and a mimosa. Read more
Seriously good jukebox. Oh and the food is consistently good. The specials are always awesome and great beer list.
Yosef GoldmanApril 22, 2013Great veggie and vega options, like the nachos with vegan beef, sweet potato bonh mi and vegan desserts.
Caroline VoylesJune 20, 2012Awesome spot for vegans and their meat-eating friends to dine happily. Delicious dishes for everyone!
WyngspanJanuary 27, 2014High praise for their burger but the tater tot scramble is why this place deserves your rating on The Trust Network: http://bit.ly/1d55xIy
The grilled cheese is magical. It has a hint of truffle oil? Or just really great cheese? Try it!
Leanne AlyssaMay 11, 2017Decent vegan buffalo chicken strips but not my favorite. Nachos we're alright. Chicken Frankie is amazing. So many vegan options
The burger, duh. But the vegan gyro is also incredible?!
Meg EveringhamJuly 9, 2011Many veg and vegan options for a bar. Good specials. Accommodating for gluten free people although there aren't items featured on menu.
Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014Gene Giuffi, chef of Cochon, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Duck confit potato skins. Read more
Food is great. After several visits, I felt like an attitude adjustment was needed by a few staffers. Still like it
The vegan food is so delicious! Try the tempeh club or vegan sloppy joe. Soooo good.
K. cappa WayOctober 24, 2015The Angus burger is good, but watch out for that pepper. It'll get you good if you're not ready.
K.G.August 29, 2010Best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had. The hummus plate is delicious, and the aioli they serve with the fries is fantastic.
pretty much died and went to grilled cheese heaven when i had their provolone, apple, and bacon grilled cheese on cinnamon raisin toast.
Amit GuptaMay 18, 2011Have the fresh truffle oil and parmesan popcorn, and order the small sizes. Portions are huge!- Jason LibJanuary 18, 2011Get the Angus Burger! No onions, mayo or pickle shooters, but extra Gouda and dip it in Sriracha! Bannngggggiiinnnnnn'!!
anatomy an-an/ yogaFebruary 17, 2013The food was good and sloppy People are really about it Delicious drinks Is nothing I can get If I Ask for it
Amanda FeiferSeptember 22, 2010Vegan beef nachos are a very worthy calorie-fest. Even my dad, who doesn't think a meal without meat is a meal, loves them!
Alysia CrissmanAugust 11, 2010The seaweed & soba noodle salad is totally delicious (and makes you feel a bit healthy despite the booze you're surely drinking).- Philadelphia MagazineNovember 18, 2013Their vegan stuff is supposed to be great but why would I try it when they have that meatloaf sandwich? Read more
Get the Arnold Palmer. Great mixed drink for a bar known for it's beer selection.
Gotta have the grilled cheese! Get extra dipping sauce and use it with the sandwich!
- Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 3, 2012The bar you want to wake up in once you become the kind of person who wakes up in bars.
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Royal Tavern
937 E Passyunk Ave (btwn Christian St & Carpenter St)
Philadelphia, PA 19147
United States
Philadelphia, PA 19147
United States
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:30 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–2:00 AM
(215) 389-6694
View menu on https://www.royaltavern.com/food
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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