The food is very good, try the cheese quesadilla. It's sort of hipster, but not too hipster. The version of the city wide is wacky (Jagermeister and Schmidts) , but cheap and drinkable. This is a great place to start your Friday or Saturday night. My only complaint is the music can be too loud and not good at all.
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Daniel M.
I stopped here on a birthday crawl, and it didn't disappoint. The beer selection was much better than I expected, and I was quite surprised with the men's restroom. If you're not in to naked women, then I'd suggest you hold it and use the restroom at another bar. The women's restroom was much more classy- not that I used it. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to try any food, but my friends who did said it was pretty good. The only downside was that the bar was small, and it can become quite challenging to make it from one end to the other. It's still a great bar though, and I plan to go back soon.
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Buck W.
I've heard the food is good. Haven't had any more than fries, yet. Bartenders and waitstaff are attentive. But the jukebox...!!! Worth four stars by itself. I promise I'll eat here soon. :)
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Marissa R.
I've been here a couple times, and it's a pretty nice, hipster, neighborhood-appropriate spot. There's usually some PBC draft for about $3 and then a lot of other hoppy or spicy choices on up. I haven't tried the food here yet, but the menu looks pretty good. Whether you're looking for traditional wings, nachos and quesadillas, or "something more" like a veggie loaf, steak sandwich, or fishNchips, it's on their menu. I should really stop by here sometime and try a dinner entree! Not that I really visited it, but the men's restroom is rumored to be lined in pictures of naked women! The women's restroom isn't quite as exciting. If you're in the 'hood and need a beer, try this local little jawn.
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Kathleen D.
I came here during PBW's "Craft Beer Day" last weekend. I had previously tried their food at other events a few different times and always enjoyed it, but had never actually made it to the bar. During my visit, they had a DJ playing retro music and the vibe was mellow overall. Really nice. My friend and I were able to grab two seats at the bar. She ordered nachos (they were good). I ordered two beers during my time there and each time I did, the bartender questioned me on my choices. I assume it was because one of the beers was newly-released (Victory's Sour Monkey) and another was a stout and it's hot outside (I like stouts quite a bit and I don't drink by the seasons). She was really hesitant about the Sour Money -- even giving a sample of it first before a full glass. This was nice since I got more of it for the price and that beer is great. I'd consider returning to Lucky 13 in the future for a casual day and to try more food.
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Kaela P.
We went here for drinks, to kill an hour before reservations for another restaurant. We walked in and nobody tried to seat us. We asked the bunch of people near the bar (who appeared to work there) where we could sit and one of them reluctantly answered "yeah" when we asked if we could sit in the back. One woman was blocking the entryway to the back room and didn't move to let us pass. And she worked there! We ordered 4 drinks. One was made well - actually tasted like a cocktail. Red wine, tequila, peach nectar and St. Germaine. Two people got the Lucky Lemonade and Kentucky Tea. The drinks were mainly ice and water. I'm not kidding. We couldn't taste the alcohol, we couldn't taste anything. We were so put out by now I asked for the check, paid and left. For $40! I should've fought for a refund or complained but we all wanted to get out of there.
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Toki W.
*sigh* I really want to like this place. It's a cool punk rock bar that gravitates more towards metal and the classics. It's cramped, and parts of the kitchen are actually located IN the dining area which can be annoying. The food is just kinda meh. It's not as bad as fast food, but not as good as nearly any bar in the surrounding area. The main problem with the food is that it reads well on the menu, but when you see the plate you can tell that the person preparing has stopped giving a shit. The service, however, SUCKS. It's slow, pissy, grouchy, snarky, rude, inaccurate, etc. Just generally shitty. If you go for a drink and sit at a table, you'll be lucky to get two drinks before happy hour is over. Bar service is probably the better choice if you're just getting drinks. Music is great though. Lots of Danzig, Iron Maiden, and stuff like that.
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Mary M.
Just came in for quick drinks before a dinner reservation but really dug the vibe. Bartender was nice and drinks were cheap. Definitely keeping on my radar for the next time on Passyunk.
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Mark Z.
This a cool little bar near Passyunk Ave. The place has a very chill vibe and the bartender was very friendly. The beer list has a great selection from the usual suspects to decent craft beer. I always decided to order food, and got the Stuffed Turkey Loaf. It was really good and love the sweet aspect with the BBQ sauce. I really hope to return here some time soon.
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Michelle C.
I've only been twice, but I really like Lucky 13. My first visit was several years ago for some drinks. Not sure why it took me so long to return but it was selected as our meeting place for Saturday night's shenanigans and it was just right. The bartender was friendly and fast with slinging our drinks. Several rounds ended up costing far less than I anticipated, a welcome respite in this world of fourteen dollar cocktails in which we live. The music was on point and just loud enough. The TVs were programmed to whatever games were taking place. The bathroom was clean and I especially liked the cool throwback photos adorning the walls (Bridget Bardot - meow!). I've heard the food is surprisingly delicious and I'm looking forward to seeing for myself next time.
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Stefano D.
Excellent food... Can't go wrong! Decent well rounded beer list that even includes La Fin Du Monde.
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Gina M.
This is my neighborhood spot--great staff, cold drinks, a great jukebox, and the best wings I've had in Philly. The mac n cheese is also highly recommended. And on Mondays you can't beat the dollar tacos!
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Jason G.
Great little "hole in the wall" bar. The food was great and they have a nice selection of beer. The service was great and everyone seemed very friendly. The prices for the drinks were also very reasonable.
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D h.
Cool place that's in a great neighborhood. Kind of a hipster hangout, but the food is good and drinks are strong. Little details make the place very welcoming, wooden bar top with rounded rail, stamped ceiling, comfy stools, and great service. Bar back is primarily shelves and bottles. A few TVs and props for the un-PC restrooms.
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Jayna B.
Evidently, WinnyD and I are not cool enough for this place. We are not hipsters. We are not visibly tatted up. And we don't drink microbrews. The waitress made it very clear that we were there to help her get paid but she wasn't going to laugh at our jokes or engage with us in any way other than the bare minimum in terms of service. Granted, we were there to eat, not drink, so perhaps this was our bad. Whoops. However, the food selection was awesome for vegetarians and I had The Ace Of Spades Sandwich (tempeh sauteed with caramelized onions & soy sauce, with lettuce & tomato). WinnyD got the Pretty Chick Sandwich marinated chicken breast, smothered in your choice of wing sauce, with lettuce & tomato. Both were better than good. Due to the atmosphere, we probably won't be returning. Maybe take-out?
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Kyle S.
Lucky 13 has some of the best nachos I have ever had. I can't really explain why they are good, but they somehow are. I've been here twice now, and if it wasn't such a far walk from my house, I would be here more often. The food is fairly inexpensive and yummy, the drinks are delicious, and the service is good. If you're in the neighborhood (or if you want some Cincinnati chili), it's a good place to grab a drink and a bite to eat.
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Jennifer L.
I'd give this place 3.5 stars rather than 4, but it gets a little extra credit for being so close to my house. This is where my boyfriend and I end up if we're too tired to cook on a weeknight and don't feel like walking three blocks to POPE, or where we spend an hour or two on a Saturday afternoon. I appreciate the vegetarian and vegan stuff on the menu. My favorite sandwich is called the Dick Allen, which consists of chunks of firm tofu (baked, I think?) in goat cheese with cranberry sauce on a long roll. The mac and cheese is pretty good too, but it's so filling and the portion is huge, and so I usually don't get it because I can't bear to imagine how many calories it contains. The beer selection isn't great. There are usually just a handful on tap, and maybe two or three that are a decent ABV, but they have lots more in bottles. I have found the cocktails to be weak. I've fallen for their cocktail specials and I'm usually let down. The music can be awful -- loud hardcore/metal at times. Other times it's not too bad. But when it's super annoying, we have actually gone to sit outside. Oh yeah, there are about four tables on the sidewalk, which can be nice in the warm weather. Despite its reputation as having a hipster crowd, I've found the clientele to be mixed, from neighborhood homeowners like me and my boyfriend, to older folks, to the young and tattooed. It's a pretty chill place, so you'll fit in no matter what.
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Joey M.
Divey bar with divey crowd in So Philly Located in area filled with other bars and places to go Stopped here after dinner just for a drink. Good beer selection and prompt service. Would prob try some of the other places in the area before returning to this place.
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Randy S.
I'm really into this place. It is as down-to-earth and polite as service and food can get for a neighborhood bar, and the kitchen puts out consistent and delicious food. In particular their "Hey Stud" sandwich is phenomenal! Anybody who is going out for a low-key beer and sandwich should pop in to this place and get some tasty stuff. I cannot stress enough how polite the bartenders and servers are.
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Patrice H.
I visited Philly a couple of weeks ago and met a friend here for a drink. I was really pleasantly surprised to discover that this pub had excellent food. Like actually really decent soup and salads. If you're lucky enough to stumble on this South Philly gem on a random evening you will be treated to good music. In the evening we were here there was a DJ playing 45's in the front area near the bar. This place is great - simple, good drinks, great service - and excellent old school bartender with tons of class. Oh, and did I mention that the men's bathroom is plastered in old "Playboy" magazine photos? This place is pretty much golden
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Jess S.
Great bar food, awesome staff, great Monday and Tuesday specials... It's a bar, so everyone who states bad reviews needs to remember that it's a bleeping bar!
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Alicia O.
Lucky 13 looks really divey from the outside, but I was actually quite surprised when I walked inside. It's got a little of a divey feel, but a really great beer and food menu. They have great selection on the beer menu that seems to change every time I've been here. In addition, last time I was in, they had hot cider with rum. Yeah! Onto the food... they have usual bar food options--mac and cheese, nachos, wings, burgers, etc. But also vietnamese wraps? Chili? And if you're a vegetarian or vegan, they seem to have lots of options to accommodate non-meat eaters. They'll make wings with tempeh, add tofu to nachos, and so on. If you're in the neighborhood, it's worth checking out.
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Allison B.
I had dinner one night at Lucky 13 and really enjoyed my experience. Our server was super attentive and pleasant and my friends and I all liked our food. I had "The Middle Eastern", a plate of pitas, hummus, feta and other assorted goodies. It's listed under the "Small or Sharing" portion of the menu, but take heed, it's definitely a "sharing." It was a huge platter, but over the course of the meal I worked through most of it because it was so tasty. My friends had the Lucky Burger and the wings. They were both satisfied with their meals. The burger was huge -- come hungry! At any rate, no complaints at all about this place. It was pretty clean and friendly. Pair that with good food, a great beer selection, and reasonable prices, and you'll find that there's no reason not to check this place out.
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Amanda C.
After two tries I am just not a fan of Lucky Thirteen. Their beer list is good but on my last visit I tried two different draft beers that I typically like(lancaster cream ale and kenzinger) and they just tasted off. I had a white bean veggie burger here a while ago and mac and cheese, both items were fine, but not super memorable. The crowd is varied and relatively friendly. I would suggest someone come here and decide if they like it on their own.
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Meghan C.
Very decent place for Sunday afternoon lounging... Friendly bartender, $3 bloodys and mimosas...I didn't eat but some of our friends did and their brunch looks goooooooood. Not as an extensive beer selection as you can find elsewhere in the city, but if you serve Bell's, I'm instantly a fan.
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Sara M.
If you can wait until 11:30AM for your Sunday brunch, this place is a divey gem in South Philly. We were really for brunch a bit earlier, and disappointed to find out that they open so late in the morning, but ended up circling back when we found that every other local brunch joint was slammed... and I'm glad we did! The brunch menu has two sides: semi-traditional breakfast-y dishes on one side, "small plates" on the other. Nothing that came to our table was remotely small, no matter which side of the menu it'd been ordered from - portions were quite generous. My heart was set on getting the Philadelphian (a take on eggs benedict with a soft pretzel and mustard sauce) when I'd spied it on their online menu, but then they told us about the waffle of the day, an "everything waffle." I knew I had to try it! Much like an everything bagel, this savory waffle was filled with poppy seeds and onions and sesame seeds and deliciousness. It was also slathered in a jalapeno cream cheese sauce. Unfortunately, the texture of the waffle was a bit overly dense and crumbly, which made it very heavy. They'd also put two gigantic waffles on my plate, and there was no way I could eat both (especially being so dense). Flavor was great, texture and portion size were off. But as a one-off, I'm glad I tried it. I'd totally try another waffle of the day if they're this creative! My tablemates selected a number of other things - the strawberry cream french toast of the day (I tried it, it was delicious and a much more reasonable portion), garlic herb wings, and bacon (also tried it, very thick cut but still crispy) were all very good. Service was friendly and pretty prompt. I love dive bar brunches!
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Mike D.
A great spot for wings and a drink. Although I have not explored too much of the menu, all you need to get are the wings! Seriously, this things are good although very spicy. There is always some good conversation at the bar and the drinks are served quick and cold. A low key spot and usually there is no problem getting a seat.
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Amy S.
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Lauren C.
Good beer, good sandwich, good atmosphere- Id go back. The menu is a little expensive for what it actually is, but i was really excited, as a vegetarian, to have options. I went for the tempeh vietnamese wrap. The veggies were sooo fresh and it came with a side of fries that were a mix of sweet potato and regular. It was really good. I also had a few different beers, and the selection was great. With all of the gastro pubs in the city, its not the best or most memorable, but its solid and i appreciate that.
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Jamie D.
First off, im on the hunt for the best mac n cheese in philly....this place does not have it. Their mac is penne in a barely-cheesy creamsauce of sorts. Not worth it. Their nachos and guac looked delicious from other patrons though! I got the pretty chick and my dinnermate got the stud. Both were good, but i found my chick with garlic herb to be a bit bland. The stud was delicious, but sparse on the meat. It was cheap though so its all good. Get the fries, not the side salad. The buns are amaaaaazing. I could have just eaten those. All in all it was good, but i def want to try some of their other food!
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Allison K.
Stopped in here for a Friday happy hour drink. Seems to be a " locals spot." Where else but South Philly are you going to find two guys at the end of the bar debating what order you should fry things in? (Turns out it's veggies first, then fish, then meat.) Anyway, the bar was pretty empty; I'm told that's an odd occurrence. For us, it was great. Just a laid back week-ending cocktail and the Phils game on the tv screen. My friend asked for something interesting and received a can of Old Chub Scotch Ale. My regular vodka sprite was at least what it should be (and honestly, I can't say that of everywhere). We split an order of crab spring rolls, which were plenty tasty, but set on a giant bed of wasted lettuce. Overall, Lucky 13 seems like it could be a good semi-regular alternative to the POPE once fall/winter weather hits (it's a bit warm otherwise). Lucky 13's a bit on the small-side, but to its credit, the hipster-to-normal person ratio is better. And points for the bartender for not minding that 3 of us sat for an extra hour and nerded out over cameras without really ordering anything else. Guess that's okay when you have toys on the top shelf of the bar instead of liquor.
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Kristine D.
Pretty low key bar/restaurant in the heart of East Passyunk. Seems like it gets a lot of regulars, but not a ton of tourists. Small, but very good, beer list. Service has been great each time we have gone. Menu is pretty varied, and they have specials that change frequently. They offer a brunch, so if you can't get into your favorite spot, maybe try them out. If the brunch food is like the dinner food, then it's pretty reliable.
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Johnny B.
Did not enjoy myself on Sunday at all. Myself and a friend joined me for a few drinks near closing. I noticed that the bartender started to clean the bathrooms picking trash off the floor and take the trash out of the bathrooms. Then she never washed her hands and proceeded to go back and make drinks for customers. We will never return to the bar ever again.
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Aruna A.
Lucky 13 is a good pub - but with the POPE, and SPTR near by, I really don't think I'd seek it out. It's good for a quieter evening, and when it gets crowded - it gets CROWDED fast - as it's not that large of a space. In that case, it isn't easy to navigate with b/c it's pretty small. However, they do have a decent beer selection, a good jukebox, and a really nice staff. It's not good for huge groups - as it's pretty small. I'm a fan of the food here too - generally pretty tasty. Overall, an okay pub - but not quite as spectacular as the other neighborhood pubs around here.
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Ted S.
Your basic neighborhood dive bar, but the food really is excellent, and not even "for a bar". Wings specifically are awesome, the best i've had in Philadelphia. Props
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Jason Y.
Lucky 13 Pub. It's great. But it's special to people who grew up loving punk, tattoos, sailors, whisky, dive bars, studded belts, Black Flag, the Clash, Horror Movies, and Science Fiction Its like if I kept all the bric-a-brac I always thought was cool, and then started a clubhouse. Some reviews seem to indicate that they don't "get" the bar. If you don't like these things, it's not like you're left out of some inside joke, or excluded, it's just not your thing. It's not like I "get" boom boom dance clubs or meat head bars. They're different animals, and have different merits. So if you come in to Lucky's and think its weird, it aint no thang, you're just not on the same page. But anyway, onto the bar. The food is good. It's filling, and comes out on time. The beer is up my alley and reasonably priced. The clientele is mixed, in a good way. The service is friendly, and if you like pop culture, you're in the right place for a great discussion. And the jukebox is stuffed with awesome punk, alternative, weird stuff to keep it interesting. A good way to describe this place: It would be great for a date. Especially if he or she was wearing a Misfits shirt on her match.com profile picture.
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Liz F.
Never will be returning to this hipster hangout. I guess the owner and the hipster don't mind the unclean bar and employee's. Won't ever return to this dive.
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Carlo D.
Who dont love this place??? Great prices also
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Candace G.
I love this place. It's super low key- with great music,the food is good and the staff is great. Clark, the main bartender is awesome as is Jen and all the servers.Good beer list and specialty cocktails.
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Paul C.
I grabbed a few drinks here while waiting for my friends prior to the dinner nearby...it's not a typical bar that I would go to...but I loved the fact that bartender knows each customer by their first name...which made it very cozy...friendly crowd...next time if you are in the area, check it out...
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roberta b.
This ain't no upscale jawn, but that's what I like about it. Unlike some other low-key, decent priced drink facilitators you can't smoke inside, which I also like, even though I'm a smoker. The menu is small, the food is fairly consistent and I've never been disappointed. The owner takes his business seriously and the waitresses/bartenders are friendly and efficient.
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Poliana I.
Sitting in the back "dining area" is a real drag due to the loud video games, but the food is decent & the drinks are inexpensive. It's walking distance to my house, so that's the biggest draw.
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Amanda D.
I dig Lucky 13, thanks to Jackie G. and Jason F. Clark is their friend and now he is mine too. He is a great bartender. Also, Victoria is a great bartender too. The food at Lucky 13 is also great. Because I'm trying to become anorexic these days, I had to split a salad with my friend, but it was really really good. That salad was the "Lucky 13" salad, and what a salad it is. Anyway, we watched most of the World Series here, and sadly, Clark is a Yankees fan. At least he wasn't a d*&k about it.
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Ann T.
Lucky 13, I wish I could like you. I ate there twice and both times were a fail. They have a pretty decent beer selection, so it's a good place to go in the neighborhood if you just want to drink some good beers. If you want some good food, then skip it and go somewhere else. We went on a Monday night. There are $1 tacos. You have a choice of tofu or beef. We opted for tofu. It tasted like flour tortillas and water. I didn't think that was possible since it was served with "salsa verde", but somehow it did. If you're in the mood for a flour tortilla and some water, then go ahead and order the tofu tacos. It won't disappoint. Also had the Vietnamese wrap with tempeh. This was much better than the tofu tacos, but I think my socks would taste better than those tacos, so the Vietnamese wraps are a qualified relatively good. The tempeh and veggies were crunchy and tasty, but not much more going on there. There was no hoisin sauce anywhere near that wrap, though the menu stated there would be. Meh. Next, we get to the beer battered catfish and mixed fries. Wow. What a mess. The batter crust was greasy and burned and the catfish was quite fishy. It was probably only about 2 hours from being officially considered rotten. The whatever sauce that it was served with was incredibly salty. Hey, at least the mixed fries were decent. Overall, it was kinda gross. Lastly, the service: meh.
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James B.
Wow, it couldn't have been worse. Go in, order a drink and get a side of douche for free! Not again.
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Edward M.
I stopped by here with some friends recently. It was a slow night. I liked the ambiance, with the subdued light, clean look, and the classic Schmidt's brewery decor. The service was friendly and prompt. The beer selection is small but eclectic and the beer I tried was fantastic, and my friends seemed happy with their drinks, as well. But (and this is a serious but, since this is a restaurant review and not a bar review) the chicken sandwich I got was only okay. It could have been soooo much better with (1) *any* kind of vegetable (how about a slice of tomato? a little green leaf? Come on, give it some life! Give it some color!) (2) a little less oil of a little better quality (I cook with extra-virgin olive oil at home; why would I welcome the opportunity to pay someone to serve me cheap substitutes? seriously....). I'd come back here for the beers; I might even try another dish.
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Matt P.
This bar is my second home. When I first started coming here I had a few problems with service, I once waited 20 minutes to be asked if I wanted a drink. Really? (Not while Clark was working mind you...) But after giving it a few more tries I really fell in love with the place. It's small but comfortable, the jukebox has some of my top ten favorite albums, the prices are probably some of the best in the city, Clark is one of my favorite bartenders and don't even get me started on the food. The wings are next-level delicious. The mac and cheese is probably the best i've ever had. Hand-pumped yards esa. Enough said. I'll take this place over the cantina or pope anyday.
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Bill M.
13 is one of my favorite numbers (I feel that holding bad luck so closely can lead to good luck). So that was the first incentive for me to check out this place when I saw it listed in Philly Weekly. The second incentive was seeing the Sailor Jerry style tattooed women that was it's logo, and reading that they hooked up food like mushroom risotto and mac and cheese. I also liked the idea that it was another place to explore in Passyunk, and that it was more than a little bit punk rock. Just like me. I meant to go sooner, but sometimes I'm a total slacker :( But my punk rock friend from Cleveland was visiting South Philly during the holidays and we needed a good bar to reminisce in. So I figured what could be better? And I found Lucky 13 to be a bar that more people need to know about. As soon as I walked in I was happy to hear Misfits blaring on the jukebox. But it was well rounded enough to offer Devo, Bowie, The Pixies, Weezer, Lou Reed and then some! The beer selection was perfect albeit a little more on the hoppy side of the spectrum, and they even hooked up a city wide special. If the Mushroom risotto didn't have a squash that tasted like sweet potatoes (one of my kryptonites!) it would have been one of the best I've ever had. next time I going to have to keep it simple with the comfort of mac and cheese and chicken wings. So as long as 13 leads to good music, beer, and food than it might just be lucky for all of us. Now I'm going to have to go and rain on Jason's parade.
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Emily K.
Look h8rs. I live what is essentially right over Lucky 13. And I love it. Yes, it's dark. Yes, the bartenders can be cold to strangers. Yes, there's not much room. Yes, there are only five beers on tap, of which only one is usually good. But, yes, they'll get to know you, and, yes, lo and behold Clark is an amazing guy. Yes, the menu is honest and the food just damn good. Yeah, they sell and fill growlers. Oh and, yes, it's the kind of place where sometimes when it's 2 am and you're just not ready to go home, the door locks but nothing else changes. Lucky 13 is my corner bar. And I want to keep it that way.
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Kristan P.
Shitty experience again. ...only this time I almost smacked a hipster patron who deicded that he was cool enough to ask/demand that my husband and I move to another table so that him and his pretentious party of douchebags could be more comfortable. NOTE to idiots --- if you are going to ask me, *AFTER my meal is served* to move to another location to accomodate YOU and your friends who are merely drinking those shitty craft beers ---you can at least offer me a bribed drink, or something ---besides a condescending attitude. EFF you.
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Beth R.
It sounds like I need to return here and try the food. I came here for drinks last week, and it was nice. A little cramped inside, but they had interesting music playing. When I looked around, I saw it was actually a guy playing records. Very cool. I gave 3 stars because it was AOK, as yelp puts it, but I'm not sure I would trek across town just to go here. Perhaps after I see what the food is all about.
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Rob E.
I went there Sunday night and it was a great bar experience. The music was good, the service was great, and I tried out a drink that I've never heard of: whiskey, root, and simple syrup. It was one of the best drinks I've had. A great time.
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Glenn B.
We really enjoy Lucky 13. From the outside it may look like a dive or tattoo parlor, but the inside is really cool. Neat Schmidt's of phila. Memorabilia & other old school stuff lines the shelves. Head banger music posters line the walls. Excellent Juke box. Always a good selection of craft beers on tap. The most surprising thing about this bar is the menu. The food is awesome, as good as any gastro-pub anywhere. The food selections are diverse Enough to satisfy almost any taste. They have everything from Meatloaf to really good vegan dishes. Check out the Ace Of Spades sandwich, quite possibly the best vegan sandwich in Philly. The staff is also great, Clarke who owns the place and also bartends at times is always a pleasure. My wife and I always make a point to stop in on Saturdays in the late afternoon to see Katharine who bartends Sat afternoons. She too is always a pleasure to visit. A really fun neighborhood pub.
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Brendan O.
Located a couple of 'hoods away from my own, I get the distinct feeling each time I come to Lucky 13 that I'm a somewhat-unwanted usurper invading someone else's neighborhood bar. I understand and don't hold a grudge for that, but it's worth pointing out. Seating is tight and not particularly comfortable. The beer selection is decent and adequate. The fried chicken and meatloaf dinners are VERY good. Men will enjoy the "wallpaper" in the men's room, but the women I've gone with to Lucky 13 are a bit pissed about the fact that similar "accommodation" hasn't been grabted to them. Gotta say I agree wit that sentiment: Why not do the same for the ladies, Lucky 13? On odd mix of hipsters and old-schoolers make up the clientele, but hey: that's an accurate reflection of the area. Thesis: A decent enough place with its own particular and authentic vibe, but at the end of the day not special enough to be worth a trip for outsiders.
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Adam L.
What else do you need in a bar other than good drinks, good eats, and good people? I love going here. It's the Food Gal and my go-to spot. Watching a Phils game and want to loaf around, imbibe a little while watching the best team of our lifetime? Luck's is the spot. Looking to swill in a bottomless glass on your own without being disturbed? Pull up a chair and talk to Faith or Clark. Or just be anti-social and drink yourself under the table. Late nite with a group of friends? Skip the POPE- go to Lucky's. The back is a great spot for just holing up with a few besties, drinking your fill and being a loud dumbass. Want a bite after work? Lucky's has some damn good food. Love the mac n cheese and deconstructed meatball. The cheese is mild, the penne is delic, and the breadcrumbs crunchy. Also, a fucking AWESOME punkrock jukebox. Definitely in the Top 5. One of my favorite spots in the wonderful City of Brotherly Love.
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Diana M.
A neighborhood bar with fun food specials and a great selection of beer on draft.
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Brian M.
Currently my favorite place ever for wings. Solid beer list, great bar food. Not great for a crowd.
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Lauren D.
Nothing against everyone else's opinion, but REALLY? This place has an average of 4 stars? I really just don't get this place. It's just kind of there, to be perfectly honest. I've been here a handful of times thus far and never really felt a good vibe from it. The bar is on the smaller side, and I'm really not quite sure where this "stellar" beer list is. They have some gems, yes, but half the time they are out of the beer that I ask for and don't have a replacement. The staff is also lacking. Well, that's not really fair actually. I've only had one server there (the skinny, really pretty one) and she's just really not there at all, both in terms of her service and her knowledge of the product. Her manhattans were among the worst I've ever tasted and she was more focused on her male bar customers than me and my then-boyfriend. Not that I deserve all the attention, but I don't think going up to the bar to ask for the bill or a glass of water should be necessary when you are offering table service. I haven't been there since that incident so I have no idea if she's still there or not, but I'd be wary. The food is kind of alright. Everyone raves about their mac and cheese, which I haven't tried because I incorporate enough cheese in basically every meal as it is, but the food that I tasted was bland. The deconstructed meatball sandwich was basically a bowl of meatballs and sauce with a side of cheesy garlic bread. The meatballs were kind of bland so I didn't particularly enjoy it much, mostly because the cheesy garlic bread was the best part and I could've made that home for free. My ex had the tuna sandwich (I think?) and he also wasn't a fan. I really wanted to like this place when it first opened up, but I just can't. I think the only reason I would go back is because they have a Ms. Pac Man table becase really, who doesn't love a good game of Pac Man?
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Elisabeth Y.
After nearly a week of being out of commission with the flu, when I could finally get off the couch to do something other than run to Walgreen's for drugs the first place I wanted to go was Lucky 13. They redid their menu maybe a couple months ago- they kept all the good stuff I love (mac and cheese, Ace of Spades, hummus plate) and added some new jawns too. Last night I tried the Stacked Pin-Up (mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and fresh mozz on garlic bread) and LOVED it. The fries were great too! Can't wait to get back and try the crispy tempeh.
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Jessica E.
I have mixed emotions. It was the type of place where you're not sure if the food was bad or if you just ordered the wrong thing. Beer list has a good variety. Food was good but not great, which is normally not so bad except there are at least a thousand other gastropubs around with great food and cheaper prices. Beer was good. The crowd is pretty mixed, which is nice. Friendly service. I will probably go here again, order something different, and revisit my thoughts. If you're just drinking, it is definitely a good place to go.
(3)
Katherine K.
The first time I came here was on a weekend, so only was able to order from a brunch menu (it's so limiting!). However, I had the deconstructed meatball, which was an interesting take on the classic meatball. They serve it with slices of cheesy bread and then have the meatballs and sauce in a bowl on the side. It got a little messy, but I liked the thought put into it. Went here this week on a Monday night, so I was able to order from the full dinner menu. I went with another sandwich, the Stud, which was beef with peppers, onions. They give you a mixture of sweet potato and regular potato fries on the side (looove sweet potato fries). Perhaps the most exciting part of the meal was being able to dip my fries into the different mayos they offer- the horseradish mayo was delish. I guess it was Metal night, based on a previous poster. They were playing a few out-there tunes, but I didn't really think anything of it. Some metal, some Rush, some sleepy stuff- it was all okay by me.
(4)
Lauren T.
I was really in the mood for fries. Really just ready to eat the shit outta some delicious fries. Maybe if I wasn't having such a craving I would have liked their "shoestring style" fries. But they just tasted like potato chips and left me unsatisfied. My mac & cheese was really peppery but alright I guess. Food aside, Lucky 13 was a really sweet bar. Nice beer selection, great jukebox, good service. Small and loud and fun on a Friday night. I'd go back to drink there for sure.
(3)
Julie F.
The food at Lucky 13 really was tasty. I wasn't sure what to expect - it's dark, they were playing Guns 'n' Roses which morphed into some speed metal eventually...I don't equate any of that necessarily with good eats. The beer choices were standard and tasty. They were better than standard but we're gettin spoiled now in this city! Had some great familiar local brews that hit the spot. I got the smoked trout sandwich and it was huge and fresh tasting. Reminded me of whitefish a lot and I was a big fan of the potato salad which wasn't that gross mayonnaisey nonsense but full of pep and flavor and ...yum. My friend got something involving catfish which looked really impressive - it even had little crafish on top. Who knew? I guess my only real complaint was the music. Luckly it changed when some kind dudes took over the jukebox. I didn't expect them to be playing the soundtrack to Les Mis or Celine Dion or anything but, loud thrashing hardcore speed metal whatever the hell it was isn't conducive to eating this lovely food and enjoying brews. It makes you want to throw your barstool at someone's head. I sensed the staff dug it but you gotta think of your clientele too, friends. Service was nice, not awesome, but friendly and fine. I'll be back but I'll make sure to take control of the jukebox immediately.
(3)
Ally G.
The bar scene was kind of lame... kind of pricey too. There's much better bars in the area that I rather go to. But if Victory beers are your favorite, then Lucky 13 has a really good selection. The music (mostly punk and 90s rock) was good though. Tried the Samosas appetizer. I thought they were way too spicy. My bar mate didn't think so. But the three sauces it came with were very tasty and helped "cool" the Samosas down.
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Ellen O.
Do you like all of the following: 1. Nachos? 2. Misfits sing-a-longs? 3. Friendly waitresses who tolerate drunken mayhem? 4. Losing all track of time & space and stumbling out of a bar at 2am? If you answered a hearty "YES!" to all of these questions, then Lucky 13 is the bar for you! Oh, Lucky 13, where would I and my merry band of weekend warriors be without you? We certainly wouldn't be filling our bellies with delicious homemade nachos, stacked to the heavens with cheese and toppings, soaking up the strong gin n' tonics, the shots of Wild Turkey, and the sea of Miller Lite that was created in our bellies and served by a waitstaff that not only tolerates our drunken antics, but also laughs at and occasionally participates in them. We wouldn't wake up with sore throats from punk rock sing-a-longs to The Misfits "Last Caress," which seems to be the siren song of Lucky 13, played each and every time my merry band of weekend warriors and I have graced a high-top table with our presence. We wouldn't mysteriously time-travel four hours, looking at each other with faces of drunken disappointment when the bartender announces "LAST CALL!", proclaiming with slurred speech, "But we just got here!" I've got somethin' to say! I wanna drink at Lucky 13 today!
(5)
Ben S.
This place is great. I used to go a lot, and I need to start going back again. The last few times I had the urge to go, it was a Monday, which is metal night. I'd really rather go when it's not metal night. Maybe I should give metal night a chance, but I'd rather it just be Monday night. This is great weeknight night bar to go to with a bunch of friends and occupy a corner of the bar and hang out for a few hours. The deconstructed meatball sandwich is really good. And Clark rules. He'll probably do a shot of Jaegermeister with you, if you ask.
(5)
Kathy D.
I went there when it first opened on one of the coldest nights this past winter. They pride themselves on a stellar beer selection and a cool, dark vibe. Jukebox went all night long with everything from the Buzzcocks to the late great Michael Jackson. I was with a large group of people out for someone's birthday and wanted to order some snacks for the table. When I tried to order fries, I was surprised to hear that they didn't have a fryer. We ordered a shrimp dish, which was excellent, but fries would have been perfect. Hoping they have added that since. Perfect addition to Passyunk Ave
(3)
Valerie B.
It does look divey from the outside, but the food is pretty good. The buffalo wings are delicious but very hot (spicy). Might try a different flavor next time. The mac n cheese was really good as well, had yummy chunks of bacon mixed in with the pasta. I took a bite of my friend's quesadilla, which as pretty good - nothing fancy just the usual ingredients. We sat at the bar and the bartender was pretty cool. Refilled our water and got us another round of beer when we were low. This spot might be my neighborhood spot - great food and location!
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Mikey I.
As of tonight, Lucky 13 is definitely one of my new favorite places. My first experience at this place was walking with a few friends in the hopes of grabbing some drinks. Didn't happen, we walked out. This isn't entirely the kind of place you'd make a stop on a night of bar-hopping. Maybe, but I don't see it being entirely feasible. Instead, it's definitely a spot to go for an absolutely fantastic dinner. Can't say the menu is extensive but what's on there is purely genius. From chicken curry and samosas to Mexican wild shrimp and the "deconstructed meatball." All I've tried thus far has been simply delicious- had the risotto du jour tonight which consisted of risotto with peppers, onions and sausage. The beer menu is also good. I'm honestly just impressed with any bar that will not have your typical Coors, Bud and Miller on tap. That's just instantaneous points in my book. The space is pretty tiny. Did notice a post-it behind the bar however, that surely indicates they'll take a reservation for an astonishingly large group of up to 13. Though, I'm sure that's probably for special cases. Furnishings and interior are modern and simple. The bar looks quite a bit older though. It for some reason has this stigma of being a "Steelers" bar amongst some of my friends. However, I wouldn't even come close to considering this place a sports bar. There are two TVs by the front bar though. Other notes: their mac 'n cheese is gouda and locatelli cheeses with herbed bread crumbs atop ziti. Can't wait to go and try their brunch as well.
(5)
stevee b.
Finally had a chance to eat here this past weekend and really liked the food. Had been here in past, but since it is not my hood had only had beers during special bike rides. GF had the catfish and chips, very tasty, better than most bar food. I had the deconstructed meatball sandwich, was awesome dish. simple, but very tasty, very souf philly-- and very good at soaking up the numerous Walt Wits I had just consumed at the SPTR Wheaties festival. Got me sober for the drive up passyunk back to fishtown and saved some south st douche bags from certain death under my wheels. I will definitely hit this place again and make sure to eat rather than just drink--although the nice prices on Kenzis and other beers on their good list make it good for drinking too... bartender was also a cool dude
(4)
Donnie V.
Brilliant! F-ing Brilliant. Cool, comfortable, with lots of character and "characters". The wings are reason enough to stop hanging with the snobs and start hanging with the cool kids.
(5)
Vincent F.
I've been here a lot and overall I like the bar a lot. The owner (Clark) is very nice and accommodating and the drinks are fairly priced. I've also eaten here a bunch and the food is quite good I wanted to write since I tried brunch there recently and was really impressed with the French toast. The bacon I ordered was cooked just the way I like it (crisp) and the service was wonderful (well, to be fair, I was one of the few people there on that Saturday morning). Oh.. and of course I looved the mens room!
(4)
Sandrine F.
Nice addition to the South Philly pub scene. Good luck finding it if you're not used to the area... The atmosphere is cool although a bit cramped at the bar. Head for the tables in the back if you have a group. The food is amazing. At first, I doubted the many cuisine influences on the menu (Mexican, French, Italian, American, etc.); but I was sold after my first plate of merguez sausage & peppers style. Merguez is one of my favorite foods: moroccan lamb sausage (I suspect they may make it themselves). But italian style with onions, peppers and gravy? Well it's delicious !!! I had it again since ;) I hope to hang at Lucky 13 more and try more of the international dishes soon.
(4)
Nazim K.
Top of the line everyday bar. Drinks are pretty cheap. The music is fantastic, but the bar is rarely loud. Bizzarre movies are often quietly playing on the two unobtrusive TVs. The menu has items that are both creative and comfort-oriented (I highly recommend the deconstructud meatball sandwich). Although it's a small place, we packed a group of about 20 in there on a Saturday, and everyone was happy. I have been here a dozen or more times, and never had any mishaps.
(5)
Rob S.
Small, narrow bar. I liked the atmosphere. Which was kind of weird because they were playing some hardcore music on the jukebox. Somehow, it kind of worked. Clientele was super eclectic which was fun. A few good beers on draft. The bartender didn't seem to know what she was doing... she kept mixing up our order, and it was a fairly slow Tuesday night. Oh well. Playboy centerfolds in the mens' room which is always a bit of a laugh. Seems like an OK bar that I'd probably go back to. Probably 3 1/2 stars.
(3)
Bizz M.
I've been there a couple times over the last month and I love this spot. The bartender Clark can make a drink and make you smile. The food is top notch. I recommend the deconstructed meatballs and the mac and cheese. a little tight but its South Philly. What do you expect? A+ for the mens room decor.
(5)
Jaclyn K.
love this place. the bartenders are always lovely, and the food is great! (love the mix of regular fries and sweet potato fries!) ps try the sangria if its still avail. if not, try it next summer when its back! yum!!!!
(5)
Emily S.
Lucky 13 has been a consistent great time for us. We went there a few times at first, just because the Cantina and the Pope had long table waits. But now, we go there as our primary destination. Their menu is really delicious, interesting and well flavored upscale pub food. My favorite is the deconstructed meatball sandwich. The mac and cheese, and the shoestring fries are also delish. The staff has always been friendly and welcoming, and the crowd warm.
(4)
James M.
Holy crap is this place awesome. Beer selection is good but the food and the employees is where the surprise is at. The wings are the best I have ever had...Sauce amazing, wing quality..well above par. The owner is super chill, easy going, and interesting to talk to. I would highly recommend anyone to stop by and hang out for an hour. Im sure you will go back.
(5)
Tim O.
My second time here and i liked it even more. I like the copper ceiling. I like how it's small and not too packed. $3 Kenzinger on tap. The men's room is covered with pictures of naked women. The juke box has the Stooges and Beach Boys. A dive-ish vibe but too clean and the lighting too perfect. The bartenders are nice. They'll even go along with the conversation when you think the beginning of 'the Mask' is 'Life Aquatic'. The first time i was there a dj was playing 60s garage rock records.
(5)
Hieu P.
Goodly food. Yummo beers. Nice staff. Sweet decor. All goods in my book, what else is there for me to add? I'm looking forward to going back, as it's near the overtly pricey Cantina but delicious enough for me to tide my Mexican food cravings with it's good down home cookin' and list of brews that leave me feeling frisky in no time.
(4)
Meghan W.
Great selection of beer, friendly staff, yummy bites and great atmosphere! I am very happy this is around the corner from me...it's a welcome neighborhood addition.
(4)
zib k.
I cannot for the life of me understand why people rave about this place. (The somosas and mac & cheese are great, but that is about it.) Sunday at brunch, however, reached a new low. Upon entering, we were seated at a hightop with a bucket on the floor in the middle of the aisle passing our table.. The purpose of the bucket was to catch water dropping from the ceiling. Anyone walking past us had to step over the bucket. We could not be seated anywhere else because we were told we were too large of a party. One of our guests had to be careful not to lean too far back or she would get wet. As we were waiting for our "server" (although that phrase is too kind to describe her), a man came in, caught some of the drops of leaking water on his finger, smelled it, informed us it was not sewage and promptly left. After the reast of our party arrived, a new leak developed and two of the guests had to position themselves so the leak would drop between them. When the server noticed, she looked, shrugged her shoulders, and walked away. I decided to simply rearrange our seating. No employee made any attempt to help us. They simply watched us. I'm sure the arrangement I made violated the fire code, but then I think the bucket in the middle of the aisle violated both the fire and health codes. As for the service, non-existent is the phrase that comes to mind. Our waitress could only handle one task at a time (not one table at a time, but one task -- e.g., she couldn't remember all the drink orders and kept having to go back again and again for things she forget). I have never seen anyone so incompetent. As for the food, well mediocre is the word here. My scrambled eggs were good but cold. The toast was as hard and cold as a stone. Someone's mac & cheese was good, but others hated their meals (the fresh blueberry scone, however, was excellent). Bottom line -- why would anyone ever want to go here.
(1)
Peter B.
It's definitiely a hipster-esque gastropub like so many others in philly, but it is low-key, small, comfy, and has good food at decent prices. Whenever I'm on east passyunk I stop in here and POPE. It has a definite punk sensibility which was appealing. They don't go overboard with the beer snob thing like a lot of these places do: you will recognize some beers, and won't others. Oh, and the p0rn-covered men's bathroom is amusing, but I don't know if it's meant to be ironic in a hipster way or just plain pervy-confrontational in a punk way...
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Juli M.
Reasonably priced, not filled with hipsters with tude, laid back vibe, great beer selection, eclectic and tasty eats - who could want more?
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Jonelle G.
Passyunk is becoming more popular, which means more pretentious, this place is not. Great, ever changing draft selection, for the right price. The food is fantastic Ben, Meg & Blaze always add a little love to the meal. The mac-n-cheese is off the hook, I almost OD'ed on the deconstructed meatball. Feel free to complement or give them feed back, they are real people that like what they do. I love going to a bar and having the bartender suggest beers, I'm picky. They all know their drinks, on top of being very attractive, and Clark's the Man. Best Bar in South Philly.
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JEAN S.
Beer selection is varied and very well priced. Everything I have eaten has been very good, but I really like the mac and cheese. Its more of a pasta in a rich white sauce than a traditional mac, but still very good. Also really like the fries. And Clark is so sweet and on top of refilling my beer and looks out for me if scary guys come sit near my while I am alone waiting for friends!
(4)
Amie B.
For some reason I'd walked by this place for 3 years assuming it wasn't a real bar. What I though it was, I couldn't say. Anyway, I went in here yesterday for their Lagunitas beer special, and was surprised. It was a perfect, laid back bar. Everyone was super nice and you didn't feel like you had to be dressed up or acting super fancy. It reminded my of my favorite DC spot, the Red Derby.
(4)
Christian F.
Maybe I'm showing my age but was here recently and the dj + music was deafening. I mean deafening. Asked the barkeep to turn it down, he obliged, but that didn't do much. Is Lucky 13 turning into a hipster zone? Uh oh, I think so.
(3)
Jim T.
Lucky 13 Pub is a great small bar with great food! I have known Clark, the owner/bartender, for many years. he is one of the best serving drinks, knowledgable and great conversationlist. The Atmosphere is great from music, patrons and over all vibe. My food favorites are the Samosas, Deconstructed Meatball and the Mac n Cheese. it's a great bar to hang with some friends, have some food and throwback some beers. Clark got my hooked on Arrogant Bastard Ale....
(5)
Andrew K.
I was just in here briefly, but found the place fairly impressive. The beers on tap included that crazy Golden Monkey and a few other hipster friendly beers like Kenzinger and such (takeout available). There's cool posters of Elvis Costello and the Specials and the Clash on the wall, and the jukebox is A+. The menu seemed reasonable and tasty as well. We only ordered the mac and cheese, but it was delicious and it helped ease the previous night's hangover. The bartenders are quite pretty- and if that doesn't suffice for eye candy, a trip to the men's room surely will.
(4)
Kathleen T.
wellll....man. i don't know. i kind of want to bump it up to 3-4 stars for the great dj, location, selection, and prices. why only kind of? one of the worst waitress experiences i have ever had, that's why! there were 3 of us, 2 drinking lager, 1 drinking bud. no crazy shots, nothing complicated at all....so why did it take a grillion years to get new drinks every time we ran dry? sure, it might have been because it was so very busy. except it wasn't. there was our table, a 4-top next to us, and the DJ fellas. funnily enough--the DJ fellas never ran outta hooch. LAME!! i'll deffo be back, but i'll just sit at the bar next time, thusly saving myself from annoyance and shite service.
(2)
Jason F.
Clark is amazing. Decent beer selection. Solid Bloody Mary's at brunch. Perfect neighborhood bar. South Philly needed this magic. I love unwinding/blacking out here.
(5)
Morgan F.
First let me say, I would give the food here 5 stars. It is amazing. The meatballs alone are to die for. This place feels like a bar my father would have tried to drown his sorrows in after a long day at the factory. I've been here 3 times now, and 2 of those 3 times I sorta felt weird. almost like I shouldn't be there. There is usually a pretty varied mix of people in there, from people I know from the neighborhood, couples and then there were the four 50 something year old women dressed like they were ready for a night in Staten Island's best night club so very obviously taking turns to do lines in the ladies restroom. (which was really pleasant for the 6 girls that i was there with who all had to pee at some point and had to wait while everyone's favorite Souf Philly bimbo's took a turn at the nose candy.) Its kinda small, the lighting is weird for a bar and the tables in the back make it feel more like a dinner than a bar. The music is good (if you are into punk, metal, hardcore and some indie) and the artwork in the back is cutesy DIY stuff. I'm not saying i hate this place by any means, I'd just more likely hit up the POPE before sauntering over to Lucky 13. (Well i might go to watch the cougars during mating season, nothing says classy like "Shut up Linda! my daughter's calling me and she thinks we are at Sheila's house")
(3)
Shannon Y.
I feel like this is one of those reviews that will be edited in the future, hopefully with more stars added. I say this because I found the bar itself to be very comfortable and welcoming. The dimly lit interior replete with framed photos of rock n roll icons made me feel like I was hanging out in someone's basement, which I adore. In terms of a place to drink that is local, reasonably priced, has a good selection and is comfortable and friendly, Lucky 13 excels. However on my first visit, I had the misfortune of ordering the "deconstructed meatball sandwich." What I received was a healthy portion of rubbery, greasy orbs in a thin, salty broth that was without any zest or seasoning whatsoever served along side three slices of mediocre garlic bread. The bread was okay, but the meatballs and broth were completely inedible. I should note, however, that both of my companions enjoyed their meals, and the mac n cheese I tasted was decent, if lacking in pepper. Having said all that, I recognize that the place is pretty new, and is sure to suffer some off nights and some growing pains as it establishes itself. I will definitely return and try the food again and, baring a successful meal, I would certainly love to belly up to the bar here for a few beers if not to eat dinner. What Lucky 13 has that is missing from many local places is heart. The waitstaff and owner were extremely nice and talkative. That alone is worth a return trip.
(3)
Don R.
Some spots on Passyunk remind me of streets in Amsterdam for some reason. And if this place wasn't serving great beers and food, I would think I was about to grab some papers and get to work. Great semi dark interior, tv's for the games, dining area etc..I stopped in and met some friends to finish out a college game late Saturday afternoon and had a great time. Perfect bar before dinner or add to your roster of nights of South Philly boozin..Clark the owner is a good guy and definitely seems to know the business well..Cheers!
(4)
Daniel B.
Get the Hot Legs, say high to Clark, and enjoy! Good spot...nice compliment to the budding E. Passyunk bar scene.
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Kathleen D.
I came here during PBW's "Craft Beer Day" last weekend. I had previously tried their food at other events a few different times and always enjoyed it, but had never actually made it to the bar. During my visit, they had a DJ playing retro music and the vibe was mellow overall. Really nice. My friend and I were able to grab two seats at the bar. She ordered nachos (they were good). I ordered two beers during my time there and each time I did, the bartender questioned me on my choices. I assume it was because one of the beers was newly-released (Victory's Sour Monkey) and another was a stout and it's hot outside (I like stouts quite a bit and I don't drink by the seasons). She was really hesitant about the Sour Money -- even giving a sample of it first before a full glass. This was nice since I got more of it for the price and that beer is great. I'd consider returning to Lucky 13 in the future for a casual day and to try more food.
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Kaela P.
We went here for drinks, to kill an hour before reservations for another restaurant. We walked in and nobody tried to seat us. We asked the bunch of people near the bar (who appeared to work there) where we could sit and one of them reluctantly answered "yeah" when we asked if we could sit in the back. One woman was blocking the entryway to the back room and didn't move to let us pass. And she worked there! We ordered 4 drinks. One was made well - actually tasted like a cocktail. Red wine, tequila, peach nectar and St. Germaine. Two people got the Lucky Lemonade and Kentucky Tea. The drinks were mainly ice and water. I'm not kidding. We couldn't taste the alcohol, we couldn't taste anything. We were so put out by now I asked for the check, paid and left. For $40! I should've fought for a refund or complained but we all wanted to get out of there.
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Toki W.
*sigh* I really want to like this place. It's a cool punk rock bar that gravitates more towards metal and the classics. It's cramped, and parts of the kitchen are actually located IN the dining area which can be annoying. The food is just kinda meh. It's not as bad as fast food, but not as good as nearly any bar in the surrounding area. The main problem with the food is that it reads well on the menu, but when you see the plate you can tell that the person preparing has stopped giving a shit. The service, however, SUCKS. It's slow, pissy, grouchy, snarky, rude, inaccurate, etc. Just generally shitty. If you go for a drink and sit at a table, you'll be lucky to get two drinks before happy hour is over. Bar service is probably the better choice if you're just getting drinks. Music is great though. Lots of Danzig, Iron Maiden, and stuff like that.
(2)
Mary M.
Just came in for quick drinks before a dinner reservation but really dug the vibe. Bartender was nice and drinks were cheap. Definitely keeping on my radar for the next time on Passyunk.
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Mark Z.
This a cool little bar near Passyunk Ave. The place has a very chill vibe and the bartender was very friendly. The beer list has a great selection from the usual suspects to decent craft beer. I always decided to order food, and got the Stuffed Turkey Loaf. It was really good and love the sweet aspect with the BBQ sauce. I really hope to return here some time soon.
(4)
Michelle C.
I've only been twice, but I really like Lucky 13. My first visit was several years ago for some drinks. Not sure why it took me so long to return but it was selected as our meeting place for Saturday night's shenanigans and it was just right. The bartender was friendly and fast with slinging our drinks. Several rounds ended up costing far less than I anticipated, a welcome respite in this world of fourteen dollar cocktails in which we live. The music was on point and just loud enough. The TVs were programmed to whatever games were taking place. The bathroom was clean and I especially liked the cool throwback photos adorning the walls (Bridget Bardot - meow!). I've heard the food is surprisingly delicious and I'm looking forward to seeing for myself next time.
(4)
Stefano D.
Excellent food... Can't go wrong! Decent well rounded beer list that even includes La Fin Du Monde.
(4)
Gina M.
This is my neighborhood spot--great staff, cold drinks, a great jukebox, and the best wings I've had in Philly. The mac n cheese is also highly recommended. And on Mondays you can't beat the dollar tacos!
(5)
Jason G.
Great little "hole in the wall" bar. The food was great and they have a nice selection of beer. The service was great and everyone seemed very friendly. The prices for the drinks were also very reasonable.
(4)
D h.
Cool place that's in a great neighborhood. Kind of a hipster hangout, but the food is good and drinks are strong. Little details make the place very welcoming, wooden bar top with rounded rail, stamped ceiling, comfy stools, and great service. Bar back is primarily shelves and bottles. A few TVs and props for the un-PC restrooms.
(4)
Buck W.
I've heard the food is good. Haven't had any more than fries, yet. Bartenders and waitstaff are attentive. But the jukebox...!!! Worth four stars by itself. I promise I'll eat here soon. :)
(4)
Marissa R.
I've been here a couple times, and it's a pretty nice, hipster, neighborhood-appropriate spot. There's usually some PBC draft for about $3 and then a lot of other hoppy or spicy choices on up. I haven't tried the food here yet, but the menu looks pretty good. Whether you're looking for traditional wings, nachos and quesadillas, or "something more" like a veggie loaf, steak sandwich, or fishNchips, it's on their menu. I should really stop by here sometime and try a dinner entree! Not that I really visited it, but the men's restroom is rumored to be lined in pictures of naked women! The women's restroom isn't quite as exciting. If you're in the 'hood and need a beer, try this local little jawn.
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Jayna B.
Evidently, WinnyD and I are not cool enough for this place. We are not hipsters. We are not visibly tatted up. And we don't drink microbrews. The waitress made it very clear that we were there to help her get paid but she wasn't going to laugh at our jokes or engage with us in any way other than the bare minimum in terms of service. Granted, we were there to eat, not drink, so perhaps this was our bad. Whoops. However, the food selection was awesome for vegetarians and I had The Ace Of Spades Sandwich (tempeh sauteed with caramelized onions & soy sauce, with lettuce & tomato). WinnyD got the Pretty Chick Sandwich marinated chicken breast, smothered in your choice of wing sauce, with lettuce & tomato. Both were better than good. Due to the atmosphere, we probably won't be returning. Maybe take-out?
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Kyle S.
Lucky 13 has some of the best nachos I have ever had. I can't really explain why they are good, but they somehow are. I've been here twice now, and if it wasn't such a far walk from my house, I would be here more often. The food is fairly inexpensive and yummy, the drinks are delicious, and the service is good. If you're in the neighborhood (or if you want some Cincinnati chili), it's a good place to grab a drink and a bite to eat.
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Jennifer L.
I'd give this place 3.5 stars rather than 4, but it gets a little extra credit for being so close to my house. This is where my boyfriend and I end up if we're too tired to cook on a weeknight and don't feel like walking three blocks to POPE, or where we spend an hour or two on a Saturday afternoon. I appreciate the vegetarian and vegan stuff on the menu. My favorite sandwich is called the Dick Allen, which consists of chunks of firm tofu (baked, I think?) in goat cheese with cranberry sauce on a long roll. The mac and cheese is pretty good too, but it's so filling and the portion is huge, and so I usually don't get it because I can't bear to imagine how many calories it contains. The beer selection isn't great. There are usually just a handful on tap, and maybe two or three that are a decent ABV, but they have lots more in bottles. I have found the cocktails to be weak. I've fallen for their cocktail specials and I'm usually let down. The music can be awful -- loud hardcore/metal at times. Other times it's not too bad. But when it's super annoying, we have actually gone to sit outside. Oh yeah, there are about four tables on the sidewalk, which can be nice in the warm weather. Despite its reputation as having a hipster crowd, I've found the clientele to be mixed, from neighborhood homeowners like me and my boyfriend, to older folks, to the young and tattooed. It's a pretty chill place, so you'll fit in no matter what.
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Joey M.
Divey bar with divey crowd in So Philly Located in area filled with other bars and places to go Stopped here after dinner just for a drink. Good beer selection and prompt service. Would prob try some of the other places in the area before returning to this place.
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Randy S.
I'm really into this place. It is as down-to-earth and polite as service and food can get for a neighborhood bar, and the kitchen puts out consistent and delicious food. In particular their "Hey Stud" sandwich is phenomenal! Anybody who is going out for a low-key beer and sandwich should pop in to this place and get some tasty stuff. I cannot stress enough how polite the bartenders and servers are.
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John Z.
The food is very good, try the cheese quesadilla. It's sort of hipster, but not too hipster. The version of the city wide is wacky (Jagermeister and Schmidts) , but cheap and drinkable. This is a great place to start your Friday or Saturday night. My only complaint is the music can be too loud and not good at all.
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Daniel M.
I stopped here on a birthday crawl, and it didn't disappoint. The beer selection was much better than I expected, and I was quite surprised with the men's restroom. If you're not in to naked women, then I'd suggest you hold it and use the restroom at another bar. The women's restroom was much more classy- not that I used it. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to try any food, but my friends who did said it was pretty good. The only downside was that the bar was small, and it can become quite challenging to make it from one end to the other. It's still a great bar though, and I plan to go back soon.
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Patrice H.
I visited Philly a couple of weeks ago and met a friend here for a drink. I was really pleasantly surprised to discover that this pub had excellent food. Like actually really decent soup and salads. If you're lucky enough to stumble on this South Philly gem on a random evening you will be treated to good music. In the evening we were here there was a DJ playing 45's in the front area near the bar. This place is great - simple, good drinks, great service - and excellent old school bartender with tons of class. Oh, and did I mention that the men's bathroom is plastered in old "Playboy" magazine photos? This place is pretty much golden
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Jess S.
Great bar food, awesome staff, great Monday and Tuesday specials... It's a bar, so everyone who states bad reviews needs to remember that it's a bleeping bar!
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Alicia O.
Lucky 13 looks really divey from the outside, but I was actually quite surprised when I walked inside. It's got a little of a divey feel, but a really great beer and food menu. They have great selection on the beer menu that seems to change every time I've been here. In addition, last time I was in, they had hot cider with rum. Yeah! Onto the food... they have usual bar food options--mac and cheese, nachos, wings, burgers, etc. But also vietnamese wraps? Chili? And if you're a vegetarian or vegan, they seem to have lots of options to accommodate non-meat eaters. They'll make wings with tempeh, add tofu to nachos, and so on. If you're in the neighborhood, it's worth checking out.
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Allison B.
I had dinner one night at Lucky 13 and really enjoyed my experience. Our server was super attentive and pleasant and my friends and I all liked our food. I had "The Middle Eastern", a plate of pitas, hummus, feta and other assorted goodies. It's listed under the "Small or Sharing" portion of the menu, but take heed, it's definitely a "sharing." It was a huge platter, but over the course of the meal I worked through most of it because it was so tasty. My friends had the Lucky Burger and the wings. They were both satisfied with their meals. The burger was huge -- come hungry! At any rate, no complaints at all about this place. It was pretty clean and friendly. Pair that with good food, a great beer selection, and reasonable prices, and you'll find that there's no reason not to check this place out.
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Sara M.
If you can wait until 11:30AM for your Sunday brunch, this place is a divey gem in South Philly. We were really for brunch a bit earlier, and disappointed to find out that they open so late in the morning, but ended up circling back when we found that every other local brunch joint was slammed... and I'm glad we did! The brunch menu has two sides: semi-traditional breakfast-y dishes on one side, "small plates" on the other. Nothing that came to our table was remotely small, no matter which side of the menu it'd been ordered from - portions were quite generous. My heart was set on getting the Philadelphian (a take on eggs benedict with a soft pretzel and mustard sauce) when I'd spied it on their online menu, but then they told us about the waffle of the day, an "everything waffle." I knew I had to try it! Much like an everything bagel, this savory waffle was filled with poppy seeds and onions and sesame seeds and deliciousness. It was also slathered in a jalapeno cream cheese sauce. Unfortunately, the texture of the waffle was a bit overly dense and crumbly, which made it very heavy. They'd also put two gigantic waffles on my plate, and there was no way I could eat both (especially being so dense). Flavor was great, texture and portion size were off. But as a one-off, I'm glad I tried it. I'd totally try another waffle of the day if they're this creative! My tablemates selected a number of other things - the strawberry cream french toast of the day (I tried it, it was delicious and a much more reasonable portion), garlic herb wings, and bacon (also tried it, very thick cut but still crispy) were all very good. Service was friendly and pretty prompt. I love dive bar brunches!
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Mike D.
A great spot for wings and a drink. Although I have not explored too much of the menu, all you need to get are the wings! Seriously, this things are good although very spicy. There is always some good conversation at the bar and the drinks are served quick and cold. A low key spot and usually there is no problem getting a seat.
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Amy S.
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Lauren C.
Good beer, good sandwich, good atmosphere- Id go back. The menu is a little expensive for what it actually is, but i was really excited, as a vegetarian, to have options. I went for the tempeh vietnamese wrap. The veggies were sooo fresh and it came with a side of fries that were a mix of sweet potato and regular. It was really good. I also had a few different beers, and the selection was great. With all of the gastro pubs in the city, its not the best or most memorable, but its solid and i appreciate that.
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Jamie D.
First off, im on the hunt for the best mac n cheese in philly....this place does not have it. Their mac is penne in a barely-cheesy creamsauce of sorts. Not worth it. Their nachos and guac looked delicious from other patrons though! I got the pretty chick and my dinnermate got the stud. Both were good, but i found my chick with garlic herb to be a bit bland. The stud was delicious, but sparse on the meat. It was cheap though so its all good. Get the fries, not the side salad. The buns are amaaaaazing. I could have just eaten those. All in all it was good, but i def want to try some of their other food!
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Amanda C.
After two tries I am just not a fan of Lucky Thirteen. Their beer list is good but on my last visit I tried two different draft beers that I typically like(lancaster cream ale and kenzinger) and they just tasted off. I had a white bean veggie burger here a while ago and mac and cheese, both items were fine, but not super memorable. The crowd is varied and relatively friendly. I would suggest someone come here and decide if they like it on their own.
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Meghan C.
Very decent place for Sunday afternoon lounging... Friendly bartender, $3 bloodys and mimosas...I didn't eat but some of our friends did and their brunch looks goooooooood. Not as an extensive beer selection as you can find elsewhere in the city, but if you serve Bell's, I'm instantly a fan.
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Allison K.
Stopped in here for a Friday happy hour drink. Seems to be a " locals spot." Where else but South Philly are you going to find two guys at the end of the bar debating what order you should fry things in? (Turns out it's veggies first, then fish, then meat.) Anyway, the bar was pretty empty; I'm told that's an odd occurrence. For us, it was great. Just a laid back week-ending cocktail and the Phils game on the tv screen. My friend asked for something interesting and received a can of Old Chub Scotch Ale. My regular vodka sprite was at least what it should be (and honestly, I can't say that of everywhere). We split an order of crab spring rolls, which were plenty tasty, but set on a giant bed of wasted lettuce. Overall, Lucky 13 seems like it could be a good semi-regular alternative to the POPE once fall/winter weather hits (it's a bit warm otherwise). Lucky 13's a bit on the small-side, but to its credit, the hipster-to-normal person ratio is better. And points for the bartender for not minding that 3 of us sat for an extra hour and nerded out over cameras without really ordering anything else. Guess that's okay when you have toys on the top shelf of the bar instead of liquor.
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Kristine D.
Pretty low key bar/restaurant in the heart of East Passyunk. Seems like it gets a lot of regulars, but not a ton of tourists. Small, but very good, beer list. Service has been great each time we have gone. Menu is pretty varied, and they have specials that change frequently. They offer a brunch, so if you can't get into your favorite spot, maybe try them out. If the brunch food is like the dinner food, then it's pretty reliable.
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Johnny B.
Did not enjoy myself on Sunday at all. Myself and a friend joined me for a few drinks near closing. I noticed that the bartender started to clean the bathrooms picking trash off the floor and take the trash out of the bathrooms. Then she never washed her hands and proceeded to go back and make drinks for customers. We will never return to the bar ever again.
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Aruna A.
Lucky 13 is a good pub - but with the POPE, and SPTR near by, I really don't think I'd seek it out. It's good for a quieter evening, and when it gets crowded - it gets CROWDED fast - as it's not that large of a space. In that case, it isn't easy to navigate with b/c it's pretty small. However, they do have a decent beer selection, a good jukebox, and a really nice staff. It's not good for huge groups - as it's pretty small. I'm a fan of the food here too - generally pretty tasty. Overall, an okay pub - but not quite as spectacular as the other neighborhood pubs around here.
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Ted S.
Your basic neighborhood dive bar, but the food really is excellent, and not even "for a bar". Wings specifically are awesome, the best i've had in Philadelphia. Props
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Jason Y.
Lucky 13 Pub. It's great. But it's special to people who grew up loving punk, tattoos, sailors, whisky, dive bars, studded belts, Black Flag, the Clash, Horror Movies, and Science Fiction Its like if I kept all the bric-a-brac I always thought was cool, and then started a clubhouse. Some reviews seem to indicate that they don't "get" the bar. If you don't like these things, it's not like you're left out of some inside joke, or excluded, it's just not your thing. It's not like I "get" boom boom dance clubs or meat head bars. They're different animals, and have different merits. So if you come in to Lucky's and think its weird, it aint no thang, you're just not on the same page. But anyway, onto the bar. The food is good. It's filling, and comes out on time. The beer is up my alley and reasonably priced. The clientele is mixed, in a good way. The service is friendly, and if you like pop culture, you're in the right place for a great discussion. And the jukebox is stuffed with awesome punk, alternative, weird stuff to keep it interesting. A good way to describe this place: It would be great for a date. Especially if he or she was wearing a Misfits shirt on her match.com profile picture.
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Liz F.
Never will be returning to this hipster hangout. I guess the owner and the hipster don't mind the unclean bar and employee's. Won't ever return to this dive.
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Carlo D.
Who dont love this place??? Great prices also
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Candace G.
I love this place. It's super low key- with great music,the food is good and the staff is great. Clark, the main bartender is awesome as is Jen and all the servers.Good beer list and specialty cocktails.
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Paul C.
I grabbed a few drinks here while waiting for my friends prior to the dinner nearby...it's not a typical bar that I would go to...but I loved the fact that bartender knows each customer by their first name...which made it very cozy...friendly crowd...next time if you are in the area, check it out...
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roberta b.
This ain't no upscale jawn, but that's what I like about it. Unlike some other low-key, decent priced drink facilitators you can't smoke inside, which I also like, even though I'm a smoker. The menu is small, the food is fairly consistent and I've never been disappointed. The owner takes his business seriously and the waitresses/bartenders are friendly and efficient.
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Ann T.
Lucky 13, I wish I could like you. I ate there twice and both times were a fail. They have a pretty decent beer selection, so it's a good place to go in the neighborhood if you just want to drink some good beers. If you want some good food, then skip it and go somewhere else. We went on a Monday night. There are $1 tacos. You have a choice of tofu or beef. We opted for tofu. It tasted like flour tortillas and water. I didn't think that was possible since it was served with "salsa verde", but somehow it did. If you're in the mood for a flour tortilla and some water, then go ahead and order the tofu tacos. It won't disappoint. Also had the Vietnamese wrap with tempeh. This was much better than the tofu tacos, but I think my socks would taste better than those tacos, so the Vietnamese wraps are a qualified relatively good. The tempeh and veggies were crunchy and tasty, but not much more going on there. There was no hoisin sauce anywhere near that wrap, though the menu stated there would be. Meh. Next, we get to the beer battered catfish and mixed fries. Wow. What a mess. The batter crust was greasy and burned and the catfish was quite fishy. It was probably only about 2 hours from being officially considered rotten. The whatever sauce that it was served with was incredibly salty. Hey, at least the mixed fries were decent. Overall, it was kinda gross. Lastly, the service: meh.
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James B.
Wow, it couldn't have been worse. Go in, order a drink and get a side of douche for free! Not again.
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Edward M.
I stopped by here with some friends recently. It was a slow night. I liked the ambiance, with the subdued light, clean look, and the classic Schmidt's brewery decor. The service was friendly and prompt. The beer selection is small but eclectic and the beer I tried was fantastic, and my friends seemed happy with their drinks, as well. But (and this is a serious but, since this is a restaurant review and not a bar review) the chicken sandwich I got was only okay. It could have been soooo much better with (1) *any* kind of vegetable (how about a slice of tomato? a little green leaf? Come on, give it some life! Give it some color!) (2) a little less oil of a little better quality (I cook with extra-virgin olive oil at home; why would I welcome the opportunity to pay someone to serve me cheap substitutes? seriously....). I'd come back here for the beers; I might even try another dish.
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Beth R.
It sounds like I need to return here and try the food. I came here for drinks last week, and it was nice. A little cramped inside, but they had interesting music playing. When I looked around, I saw it was actually a guy playing records. Very cool. I gave 3 stars because it was AOK, as yelp puts it, but I'm not sure I would trek across town just to go here. Perhaps after I see what the food is all about.
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Rob E.
I went there Sunday night and it was a great bar experience. The music was good, the service was great, and I tried out a drink that I've never heard of: whiskey, root, and simple syrup. It was one of the best drinks I've had. A great time.
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Bill M.
13 is one of my favorite numbers (I feel that holding bad luck so closely can lead to good luck). So that was the first incentive for me to check out this place when I saw it listed in Philly Weekly. The second incentive was seeing the Sailor Jerry style tattooed women that was it's logo, and reading that they hooked up food like mushroom risotto and mac and cheese. I also liked the idea that it was another place to explore in Passyunk, and that it was more than a little bit punk rock. Just like me. I meant to go sooner, but sometimes I'm a total slacker :( But my punk rock friend from Cleveland was visiting South Philly during the holidays and we needed a good bar to reminisce in. So I figured what could be better? And I found Lucky 13 to be a bar that more people need to know about. As soon as I walked in I was happy to hear Misfits blaring on the jukebox. But it was well rounded enough to offer Devo, Bowie, The Pixies, Weezer, Lou Reed and then some! The beer selection was perfect albeit a little more on the hoppy side of the spectrum, and they even hooked up a city wide special. If the Mushroom risotto didn't have a squash that tasted like sweet potatoes (one of my kryptonites!) it would have been one of the best I've ever had. next time I going to have to keep it simple with the comfort of mac and cheese and chicken wings. So as long as 13 leads to good music, beer, and food than it might just be lucky for all of us. Now I'm going to have to go and rain on Jason's parade.
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Emily K.
Look h8rs. I live what is essentially right over Lucky 13. And I love it. Yes, it's dark. Yes, the bartenders can be cold to strangers. Yes, there's not much room. Yes, there are only five beers on tap, of which only one is usually good. But, yes, they'll get to know you, and, yes, lo and behold Clark is an amazing guy. Yes, the menu is honest and the food just damn good. Yeah, they sell and fill growlers. Oh and, yes, it's the kind of place where sometimes when it's 2 am and you're just not ready to go home, the door locks but nothing else changes. Lucky 13 is my corner bar. And I want to keep it that way.
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Kristan P.
Shitty experience again. ...only this time I almost smacked a hipster patron who deicded that he was cool enough to ask/demand that my husband and I move to another table so that him and his pretentious party of douchebags could be more comfortable. NOTE to idiots --- if you are going to ask me, *AFTER my meal is served* to move to another location to accomodate YOU and your friends who are merely drinking those shitty craft beers ---you can at least offer me a bribed drink, or something ---besides a condescending attitude. EFF you.
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Ally G.
The bar scene was kind of lame... kind of pricey too. There's much better bars in the area that I rather go to. But if Victory beers are your favorite, then Lucky 13 has a really good selection. The music (mostly punk and 90s rock) was good though. Tried the Samosas appetizer. I thought they were way too spicy. My bar mate didn't think so. But the three sauces it came with were very tasty and helped "cool" the Samosas down.
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Glenn B.
We really enjoy Lucky 13. From the outside it may look like a dive or tattoo parlor, but the inside is really cool. Neat Schmidt's of phila. Memorabilia & other old school stuff lines the shelves. Head banger music posters line the walls. Excellent Juke box. Always a good selection of craft beers on tap. The most surprising thing about this bar is the menu. The food is awesome, as good as any gastro-pub anywhere. The food selections are diverse Enough to satisfy almost any taste. They have everything from Meatloaf to really good vegan dishes. Check out the Ace Of Spades sandwich, quite possibly the best vegan sandwich in Philly. The staff is also great, Clarke who owns the place and also bartends at times is always a pleasure. My wife and I always make a point to stop in on Saturdays in the late afternoon to see Katharine who bartends Sat afternoons. She too is always a pleasure to visit. A really fun neighborhood pub.
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Brendan O.
Located a couple of 'hoods away from my own, I get the distinct feeling each time I come to Lucky 13 that I'm a somewhat-unwanted usurper invading someone else's neighborhood bar. I understand and don't hold a grudge for that, but it's worth pointing out. Seating is tight and not particularly comfortable. The beer selection is decent and adequate. The fried chicken and meatloaf dinners are VERY good. Men will enjoy the "wallpaper" in the men's room, but the women I've gone with to Lucky 13 are a bit pissed about the fact that similar "accommodation" hasn't been grabted to them. Gotta say I agree wit that sentiment: Why not do the same for the ladies, Lucky 13? On odd mix of hipsters and old-schoolers make up the clientele, but hey: that's an accurate reflection of the area. Thesis: A decent enough place with its own particular and authentic vibe, but at the end of the day not special enough to be worth a trip for outsiders.
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Adam L.
What else do you need in a bar other than good drinks, good eats, and good people? I love going here. It's the Food Gal and my go-to spot. Watching a Phils game and want to loaf around, imbibe a little while watching the best team of our lifetime? Luck's is the spot. Looking to swill in a bottomless glass on your own without being disturbed? Pull up a chair and talk to Faith or Clark. Or just be anti-social and drink yourself under the table. Late nite with a group of friends? Skip the POPE- go to Lucky's. The back is a great spot for just holing up with a few besties, drinking your fill and being a loud dumbass. Want a bite after work? Lucky's has some damn good food. Love the mac n cheese and deconstructed meatball. The cheese is mild, the penne is delic, and the breadcrumbs crunchy. Also, a fucking AWESOME punkrock jukebox. Definitely in the Top 5. One of my favorite spots in the wonderful City of Brotherly Love.
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Diana M.
A neighborhood bar with fun food specials and a great selection of beer on draft.
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Brian M.
Currently my favorite place ever for wings. Solid beer list, great bar food. Not great for a crowd.
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Lauren D.
Nothing against everyone else's opinion, but REALLY? This place has an average of 4 stars? I really just don't get this place. It's just kind of there, to be perfectly honest. I've been here a handful of times thus far and never really felt a good vibe from it. The bar is on the smaller side, and I'm really not quite sure where this "stellar" beer list is. They have some gems, yes, but half the time they are out of the beer that I ask for and don't have a replacement. The staff is also lacking. Well, that's not really fair actually. I've only had one server there (the skinny, really pretty one) and she's just really not there at all, both in terms of her service and her knowledge of the product. Her manhattans were among the worst I've ever tasted and she was more focused on her male bar customers than me and my then-boyfriend. Not that I deserve all the attention, but I don't think going up to the bar to ask for the bill or a glass of water should be necessary when you are offering table service. I haven't been there since that incident so I have no idea if she's still there or not, but I'd be wary. The food is kind of alright. Everyone raves about their mac and cheese, which I haven't tried because I incorporate enough cheese in basically every meal as it is, but the food that I tasted was bland. The deconstructed meatball sandwich was basically a bowl of meatballs and sauce with a side of cheesy garlic bread. The meatballs were kind of bland so I didn't particularly enjoy it much, mostly because the cheesy garlic bread was the best part and I could've made that home for free. My ex had the tuna sandwich (I think?) and he also wasn't a fan. I really wanted to like this place when it first opened up, but I just can't. I think the only reason I would go back is because they have a Ms. Pac Man table becase really, who doesn't love a good game of Pac Man?
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Elisabeth Y.
After nearly a week of being out of commission with the flu, when I could finally get off the couch to do something other than run to Walgreen's for drugs the first place I wanted to go was Lucky 13. They redid their menu maybe a couple months ago- they kept all the good stuff I love (mac and cheese, Ace of Spades, hummus plate) and added some new jawns too. Last night I tried the Stacked Pin-Up (mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and fresh mozz on garlic bread) and LOVED it. The fries were great too! Can't wait to get back and try the crispy tempeh.
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Jessica E.
I have mixed emotions. It was the type of place where you're not sure if the food was bad or if you just ordered the wrong thing. Beer list has a good variety. Food was good but not great, which is normally not so bad except there are at least a thousand other gastropubs around with great food and cheaper prices. Beer was good. The crowd is pretty mixed, which is nice. Friendly service. I will probably go here again, order something different, and revisit my thoughts. If you're just drinking, it is definitely a good place to go.
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Katherine K.
The first time I came here was on a weekend, so only was able to order from a brunch menu (it's so limiting!). However, I had the deconstructed meatball, which was an interesting take on the classic meatball. They serve it with slices of cheesy bread and then have the meatballs and sauce in a bowl on the side. It got a little messy, but I liked the thought put into it. Went here this week on a Monday night, so I was able to order from the full dinner menu. I went with another sandwich, the Stud, which was beef with peppers, onions. They give you a mixture of sweet potato and regular potato fries on the side (looove sweet potato fries). Perhaps the most exciting part of the meal was being able to dip my fries into the different mayos they offer- the horseradish mayo was delish. I guess it was Metal night, based on a previous poster. They were playing a few out-there tunes, but I didn't really think anything of it. Some metal, some Rush, some sleepy stuff- it was all okay by me.
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Lauren T.
I was really in the mood for fries. Really just ready to eat the shit outta some delicious fries. Maybe if I wasn't having such a craving I would have liked their "shoestring style" fries. But they just tasted like potato chips and left me unsatisfied. My mac & cheese was really peppery but alright I guess. Food aside, Lucky 13 was a really sweet bar. Nice beer selection, great jukebox, good service. Small and loud and fun on a Friday night. I'd go back to drink there for sure.
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Julie F.
The food at Lucky 13 really was tasty. I wasn't sure what to expect - it's dark, they were playing Guns 'n' Roses which morphed into some speed metal eventually...I don't equate any of that necessarily with good eats. The beer choices were standard and tasty. They were better than standard but we're gettin spoiled now in this city! Had some great familiar local brews that hit the spot. I got the smoked trout sandwich and it was huge and fresh tasting. Reminded me of whitefish a lot and I was a big fan of the potato salad which wasn't that gross mayonnaisey nonsense but full of pep and flavor and ...yum. My friend got something involving catfish which looked really impressive - it even had little crafish on top. Who knew? I guess my only real complaint was the music. Luckly it changed when some kind dudes took over the jukebox. I didn't expect them to be playing the soundtrack to Les Mis or Celine Dion or anything but, loud thrashing hardcore speed metal whatever the hell it was isn't conducive to eating this lovely food and enjoying brews. It makes you want to throw your barstool at someone's head. I sensed the staff dug it but you gotta think of your clientele too, friends. Service was nice, not awesome, but friendly and fine. I'll be back but I'll make sure to take control of the jukebox immediately.
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Matt P.
This bar is my second home. When I first started coming here I had a few problems with service, I once waited 20 minutes to be asked if I wanted a drink. Really? (Not while Clark was working mind you...) But after giving it a few more tries I really fell in love with the place. It's small but comfortable, the jukebox has some of my top ten favorite albums, the prices are probably some of the best in the city, Clark is one of my favorite bartenders and don't even get me started on the food. The wings are next-level delicious. The mac and cheese is probably the best i've ever had. Hand-pumped yards esa. Enough said. I'll take this place over the cantina or pope anyday.
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Ellen O.
Do you like all of the following: 1. Nachos? 2. Misfits sing-a-longs? 3. Friendly waitresses who tolerate drunken mayhem? 4. Losing all track of time & space and stumbling out of a bar at 2am? If you answered a hearty "YES!" to all of these questions, then Lucky 13 is the bar for you! Oh, Lucky 13, where would I and my merry band of weekend warriors be without you? We certainly wouldn't be filling our bellies with delicious homemade nachos, stacked to the heavens with cheese and toppings, soaking up the strong gin n' tonics, the shots of Wild Turkey, and the sea of Miller Lite that was created in our bellies and served by a waitstaff that not only tolerates our drunken antics, but also laughs at and occasionally participates in them. We wouldn't wake up with sore throats from punk rock sing-a-longs to The Misfits "Last Caress," which seems to be the siren song of Lucky 13, played each and every time my merry band of weekend warriors and I have graced a high-top table with our presence. We wouldn't mysteriously time-travel four hours, looking at each other with faces of drunken disappointment when the bartender announces "LAST CALL!", proclaiming with slurred speech, "But we just got here!" I've got somethin' to say! I wanna drink at Lucky 13 today!
(5)
Ben S.
This place is great. I used to go a lot, and I need to start going back again. The last few times I had the urge to go, it was a Monday, which is metal night. I'd really rather go when it's not metal night. Maybe I should give metal night a chance, but I'd rather it just be Monday night. This is great weeknight night bar to go to with a bunch of friends and occupy a corner of the bar and hang out for a few hours. The deconstructed meatball sandwich is really good. And Clark rules. He'll probably do a shot of Jaegermeister with you, if you ask.
(5)
Kathy D.
I went there when it first opened on one of the coldest nights this past winter. They pride themselves on a stellar beer selection and a cool, dark vibe. Jukebox went all night long with everything from the Buzzcocks to the late great Michael Jackson. I was with a large group of people out for someone's birthday and wanted to order some snacks for the table. When I tried to order fries, I was surprised to hear that they didn't have a fryer. We ordered a shrimp dish, which was excellent, but fries would have been perfect. Hoping they have added that since. Perfect addition to Passyunk Ave
(3)
Valerie B.
It does look divey from the outside, but the food is pretty good. The buffalo wings are delicious but very hot (spicy). Might try a different flavor next time. The mac n cheese was really good as well, had yummy chunks of bacon mixed in with the pasta. I took a bite of my friend's quesadilla, which as pretty good - nothing fancy just the usual ingredients. We sat at the bar and the bartender was pretty cool. Refilled our water and got us another round of beer when we were low. This spot might be my neighborhood spot - great food and location!
(4)
Mikey I.
As of tonight, Lucky 13 is definitely one of my new favorite places. My first experience at this place was walking with a few friends in the hopes of grabbing some drinks. Didn't happen, we walked out. This isn't entirely the kind of place you'd make a stop on a night of bar-hopping. Maybe, but I don't see it being entirely feasible. Instead, it's definitely a spot to go for an absolutely fantastic dinner. Can't say the menu is extensive but what's on there is purely genius. From chicken curry and samosas to Mexican wild shrimp and the "deconstructed meatball." All I've tried thus far has been simply delicious- had the risotto du jour tonight which consisted of risotto with peppers, onions and sausage. The beer menu is also good. I'm honestly just impressed with any bar that will not have your typical Coors, Bud and Miller on tap. That's just instantaneous points in my book. The space is pretty tiny. Did notice a post-it behind the bar however, that surely indicates they'll take a reservation for an astonishingly large group of up to 13. Though, I'm sure that's probably for special cases. Furnishings and interior are modern and simple. The bar looks quite a bit older though. It for some reason has this stigma of being a "Steelers" bar amongst some of my friends. However, I wouldn't even come close to considering this place a sports bar. There are two TVs by the front bar though. Other notes: their mac 'n cheese is gouda and locatelli cheeses with herbed bread crumbs atop ziti. Can't wait to go and try their brunch as well.
(5)
stevee b.
Finally had a chance to eat here this past weekend and really liked the food. Had been here in past, but since it is not my hood had only had beers during special bike rides. GF had the catfish and chips, very tasty, better than most bar food. I had the deconstructed meatball sandwich, was awesome dish. simple, but very tasty, very souf philly-- and very good at soaking up the numerous Walt Wits I had just consumed at the SPTR Wheaties festival. Got me sober for the drive up passyunk back to fishtown and saved some south st douche bags from certain death under my wheels. I will definitely hit this place again and make sure to eat rather than just drink--although the nice prices on Kenzis and other beers on their good list make it good for drinking too... bartender was also a cool dude
(4)
Donnie V.
Brilliant! F-ing Brilliant. Cool, comfortable, with lots of character and "characters". The wings are reason enough to stop hanging with the snobs and start hanging with the cool kids.
(5)
Vincent F.
I've been here a lot and overall I like the bar a lot. The owner (Clark) is very nice and accommodating and the drinks are fairly priced. I've also eaten here a bunch and the food is quite good I wanted to write since I tried brunch there recently and was really impressed with the French toast. The bacon I ordered was cooked just the way I like it (crisp) and the service was wonderful (well, to be fair, I was one of the few people there on that Saturday morning). Oh.. and of course I looved the mens room!
(4)
Sandrine F.
Nice addition to the South Philly pub scene. Good luck finding it if you're not used to the area... The atmosphere is cool although a bit cramped at the bar. Head for the tables in the back if you have a group. The food is amazing. At first, I doubted the many cuisine influences on the menu (Mexican, French, Italian, American, etc.); but I was sold after my first plate of merguez sausage & peppers style. Merguez is one of my favorite foods: moroccan lamb sausage (I suspect they may make it themselves). But italian style with onions, peppers and gravy? Well it's delicious !!! I had it again since ;) I hope to hang at Lucky 13 more and try more of the international dishes soon.
(4)
Nazim K.
Top of the line everyday bar. Drinks are pretty cheap. The music is fantastic, but the bar is rarely loud. Bizzarre movies are often quietly playing on the two unobtrusive TVs. The menu has items that are both creative and comfort-oriented (I highly recommend the deconstructud meatball sandwich). Although it's a small place, we packed a group of about 20 in there on a Saturday, and everyone was happy. I have been here a dozen or more times, and never had any mishaps.
(5)
Rob S.
Small, narrow bar. I liked the atmosphere. Which was kind of weird because they were playing some hardcore music on the jukebox. Somehow, it kind of worked. Clientele was super eclectic which was fun. A few good beers on draft. The bartender didn't seem to know what she was doing... she kept mixing up our order, and it was a fairly slow Tuesday night. Oh well. Playboy centerfolds in the mens' room which is always a bit of a laugh. Seems like an OK bar that I'd probably go back to. Probably 3 1/2 stars.
(3)
Bizz M.
I've been there a couple times over the last month and I love this spot. The bartender Clark can make a drink and make you smile. The food is top notch. I recommend the deconstructed meatballs and the mac and cheese. a little tight but its South Philly. What do you expect? A+ for the mens room decor.
(5)
Jaclyn K.
love this place. the bartenders are always lovely, and the food is great! (love the mix of regular fries and sweet potato fries!) ps try the sangria if its still avail. if not, try it next summer when its back! yum!!!!
(5)
Emily S.
Lucky 13 has been a consistent great time for us. We went there a few times at first, just because the Cantina and the Pope had long table waits. But now, we go there as our primary destination. Their menu is really delicious, interesting and well flavored upscale pub food. My favorite is the deconstructed meatball sandwich. The mac and cheese, and the shoestring fries are also delish. The staff has always been friendly and welcoming, and the crowd warm.
(4)
James M.
Holy crap is this place awesome. Beer selection is good but the food and the employees is where the surprise is at. The wings are the best I have ever had...Sauce amazing, wing quality..well above par. The owner is super chill, easy going, and interesting to talk to. I would highly recommend anyone to stop by and hang out for an hour. Im sure you will go back.
(5)
Poliana I.
Sitting in the back "dining area" is a real drag due to the loud video games, but the food is decent & the drinks are inexpensive. It's walking distance to my house, so that's the biggest draw.
(3)
Amanda D.
I dig Lucky 13, thanks to Jackie G. and Jason F. Clark is their friend and now he is mine too. He is a great bartender. Also, Victoria is a great bartender too. The food at Lucky 13 is also great. Because I'm trying to become anorexic these days, I had to split a salad with my friend, but it was really really good. That salad was the "Lucky 13" salad, and what a salad it is. Anyway, we watched most of the World Series here, and sadly, Clark is a Yankees fan. At least he wasn't a d*&k about it.
(4)
Tim O.
My second time here and i liked it even more. I like the copper ceiling. I like how it's small and not too packed. $3 Kenzinger on tap. The men's room is covered with pictures of naked women. The juke box has the Stooges and Beach Boys. A dive-ish vibe but too clean and the lighting too perfect. The bartenders are nice. They'll even go along with the conversation when you think the beginning of 'the Mask' is 'Life Aquatic'. The first time i was there a dj was playing 60s garage rock records.
(5)
Hieu P.
Goodly food. Yummo beers. Nice staff. Sweet decor. All goods in my book, what else is there for me to add? I'm looking forward to going back, as it's near the overtly pricey Cantina but delicious enough for me to tide my Mexican food cravings with it's good down home cookin' and list of brews that leave me feeling frisky in no time.
(4)
Meghan W.
Great selection of beer, friendly staff, yummy bites and great atmosphere! I am very happy this is around the corner from me...it's a welcome neighborhood addition.
(4)
JEAN S.
Beer selection is varied and very well priced. Everything I have eaten has been very good, but I really like the mac and cheese. Its more of a pasta in a rich white sauce than a traditional mac, but still very good. Also really like the fries. And Clark is so sweet and on top of refilling my beer and looks out for me if scary guys come sit near my while I am alone waiting for friends!
(4)
Amie B.
For some reason I'd walked by this place for 3 years assuming it wasn't a real bar. What I though it was, I couldn't say. Anyway, I went in here yesterday for their Lagunitas beer special, and was surprised. It was a perfect, laid back bar. Everyone was super nice and you didn't feel like you had to be dressed up or acting super fancy. It reminded my of my favorite DC spot, the Red Derby.
(4)
Christian F.
Maybe I'm showing my age but was here recently and the dj + music was deafening. I mean deafening. Asked the barkeep to turn it down, he obliged, but that didn't do much. Is Lucky 13 turning into a hipster zone? Uh oh, I think so.
(3)
zib k.
I cannot for the life of me understand why people rave about this place. (The somosas and mac & cheese are great, but that is about it.) Sunday at brunch, however, reached a new low. Upon entering, we were seated at a hightop with a bucket on the floor in the middle of the aisle passing our table.. The purpose of the bucket was to catch water dropping from the ceiling. Anyone walking past us had to step over the bucket. We could not be seated anywhere else because we were told we were too large of a party. One of our guests had to be careful not to lean too far back or she would get wet. As we were waiting for our "server" (although that phrase is too kind to describe her), a man came in, caught some of the drops of leaking water on his finger, smelled it, informed us it was not sewage and promptly left. After the reast of our party arrived, a new leak developed and two of the guests had to position themselves so the leak would drop between them. When the server noticed, she looked, shrugged her shoulders, and walked away. I decided to simply rearrange our seating. No employee made any attempt to help us. They simply watched us. I'm sure the arrangement I made violated the fire code, but then I think the bucket in the middle of the aisle violated both the fire and health codes. As for the service, non-existent is the phrase that comes to mind. Our waitress could only handle one task at a time (not one table at a time, but one task -- e.g., she couldn't remember all the drink orders and kept having to go back again and again for things she forget). I have never seen anyone so incompetent. As for the food, well mediocre is the word here. My scrambled eggs were good but cold. The toast was as hard and cold as a stone. Someone's mac & cheese was good, but others hated their meals (the fresh blueberry scone, however, was excellent). Bottom line -- why would anyone ever want to go here.
(1)
Peter B.
It's definitiely a hipster-esque gastropub like so many others in philly, but it is low-key, small, comfy, and has good food at decent prices. Whenever I'm on east passyunk I stop in here and POPE. It has a definite punk sensibility which was appealing. They don't go overboard with the beer snob thing like a lot of these places do: you will recognize some beers, and won't others. Oh, and the p0rn-covered men's bathroom is amusing, but I don't know if it's meant to be ironic in a hipster way or just plain pervy-confrontational in a punk way...
(3)
Juli M.
Reasonably priced, not filled with hipsters with tude, laid back vibe, great beer selection, eclectic and tasty eats - who could want more?
(4)
Jonelle G.
Passyunk is becoming more popular, which means more pretentious, this place is not. Great, ever changing draft selection, for the right price. The food is fantastic Ben, Meg & Blaze always add a little love to the meal. The mac-n-cheese is off the hook, I almost OD'ed on the deconstructed meatball. Feel free to complement or give them feed back, they are real people that like what they do. I love going to a bar and having the bartender suggest beers, I'm picky. They all know their drinks, on top of being very attractive, and Clark's the Man. Best Bar in South Philly.
(5)
Jim T.
Lucky 13 Pub is a great small bar with great food! I have known Clark, the owner/bartender, for many years. he is one of the best serving drinks, knowledgable and great conversationlist. The Atmosphere is great from music, patrons and over all vibe. My food favorites are the Samosas, Deconstructed Meatball and the Mac n Cheese. it's a great bar to hang with some friends, have some food and throwback some beers. Clark got my hooked on Arrogant Bastard Ale....
(5)
Andrew K.
I was just in here briefly, but found the place fairly impressive. The beers on tap included that crazy Golden Monkey and a few other hipster friendly beers like Kenzinger and such (takeout available). There's cool posters of Elvis Costello and the Specials and the Clash on the wall, and the jukebox is A+. The menu seemed reasonable and tasty as well. We only ordered the mac and cheese, but it was delicious and it helped ease the previous night's hangover. The bartenders are quite pretty- and if that doesn't suffice for eye candy, a trip to the men's room surely will.
(4)
Kathleen T.
wellll....man. i don't know. i kind of want to bump it up to 3-4 stars for the great dj, location, selection, and prices. why only kind of? one of the worst waitress experiences i have ever had, that's why! there were 3 of us, 2 drinking lager, 1 drinking bud. no crazy shots, nothing complicated at all....so why did it take a grillion years to get new drinks every time we ran dry? sure, it might have been because it was so very busy. except it wasn't. there was our table, a 4-top next to us, and the DJ fellas. funnily enough--the DJ fellas never ran outta hooch. LAME!! i'll deffo be back, but i'll just sit at the bar next time, thusly saving myself from annoyance and shite service.
(2)
Jason F.
Clark is amazing. Decent beer selection. Solid Bloody Mary's at brunch. Perfect neighborhood bar. South Philly needed this magic. I love unwinding/blacking out here.
(5)
Morgan F.
First let me say, I would give the food here 5 stars. It is amazing. The meatballs alone are to die for. This place feels like a bar my father would have tried to drown his sorrows in after a long day at the factory. I've been here 3 times now, and 2 of those 3 times I sorta felt weird. almost like I shouldn't be there. There is usually a pretty varied mix of people in there, from people I know from the neighborhood, couples and then there were the four 50 something year old women dressed like they were ready for a night in Staten Island's best night club so very obviously taking turns to do lines in the ladies restroom. (which was really pleasant for the 6 girls that i was there with who all had to pee at some point and had to wait while everyone's favorite Souf Philly bimbo's took a turn at the nose candy.) Its kinda small, the lighting is weird for a bar and the tables in the back make it feel more like a dinner than a bar. The music is good (if you are into punk, metal, hardcore and some indie) and the artwork in the back is cutesy DIY stuff. I'm not saying i hate this place by any means, I'd just more likely hit up the POPE before sauntering over to Lucky 13. (Well i might go to watch the cougars during mating season, nothing says classy like "Shut up Linda! my daughter's calling me and she thinks we are at Sheila's house")
(3)
Shannon Y.
I feel like this is one of those reviews that will be edited in the future, hopefully with more stars added. I say this because I found the bar itself to be very comfortable and welcoming. The dimly lit interior replete with framed photos of rock n roll icons made me feel like I was hanging out in someone's basement, which I adore. In terms of a place to drink that is local, reasonably priced, has a good selection and is comfortable and friendly, Lucky 13 excels. However on my first visit, I had the misfortune of ordering the "deconstructed meatball sandwich." What I received was a healthy portion of rubbery, greasy orbs in a thin, salty broth that was without any zest or seasoning whatsoever served along side three slices of mediocre garlic bread. The bread was okay, but the meatballs and broth were completely inedible. I should note, however, that both of my companions enjoyed their meals, and the mac n cheese I tasted was decent, if lacking in pepper. Having said all that, I recognize that the place is pretty new, and is sure to suffer some off nights and some growing pains as it establishes itself. I will definitely return and try the food again and, baring a successful meal, I would certainly love to belly up to the bar here for a few beers if not to eat dinner. What Lucky 13 has that is missing from many local places is heart. The waitstaff and owner were extremely nice and talkative. That alone is worth a return trip.
(3)
Don R.
Some spots on Passyunk remind me of streets in Amsterdam for some reason. And if this place wasn't serving great beers and food, I would think I was about to grab some papers and get to work. Great semi dark interior, tv's for the games, dining area etc..I stopped in and met some friends to finish out a college game late Saturday afternoon and had a great time. Perfect bar before dinner or add to your roster of nights of South Philly boozin..Clark the owner is a good guy and definitely seems to know the business well..Cheers!
(4)
Daniel B.
Get the Hot Legs, say high to Clark, and enjoy! Good spot...nice compliment to the budding E. Passyunk bar scene.
(4)
Timothy D.
Interior of the dining room feels like a high-school punk rockers basement lair. But Lucky 13 is a friendly bar for a beer or snacks though we've found the food to be only so-so. Their quesadilla is boring and tastes like Rattatoullie. But this is a good neighbor hood bar with a mixed crowd. We'll be back for beers, but not for dinner.
(3)
J B.
I like this place for what it is - an unpretentious hole in the wall. I like it best when there aren't too many people there. It has a comfortable vibe, good music, a nicely mixed crowd of young and old, sane and nutty. Its a comfortable bar, and I like the booths. The bartenders have been really nice when it was mellow, though they've been not so hot when forced to do double duty as servers when it gets too busy. The food is inconsistent - sometimes very satisfying, sometimes bleh.
(3)
Michele R.
Love it. Great bar, great bartender, great food. And your bartender pridefully owns it after 20 plus years slavin' for the man. Great music, not too loud, but very cool.
(5)
erin f.
The food is great. The beer selection is reasonable. The jukebox is awesome. Clark is a good guy. For the love of god I hate seeing a good bar being ruined by hipsters. Oh hipsters, go away. Isn't that why the POPE exists?
(4)
Steve C.
Super vegetarian friendly. Super wallet friendly. Service is consistent(same people still working there). Great food for a little pub. Total hidden gem.
(4)
eric s.
Get some great draft beer and wash it down with some spicey wings and a rich dish of stellar mac n' cheese. A comfortable and homey altnernative to the more sceney places in the hood.
(4)
Timothy D.
Interior of the dining room feels like a high-school punk rockers basement lair. But Lucky 13 is a friendly bar for a beer or snacks though we've found the food to be only so-so. Their quesadilla is boring and tastes like Rattatoullie. But this is a good neighbor hood bar with a mixed crowd. We'll be back for beers, but not for dinner.
(3)
J B.
I like this place for what it is - an unpretentious hole in the wall. I like it best when there aren't too many people there. It has a comfortable vibe, good music, a nicely mixed crowd of young and old, sane and nutty. Its a comfortable bar, and I like the booths. The bartenders have been really nice when it was mellow, though they've been not so hot when forced to do double duty as servers when it gets too busy. The food is inconsistent - sometimes very satisfying, sometimes bleh.
(3)
Michele R.
Love it. Great bar, great bartender, great food. And your bartender pridefully owns it after 20 plus years slavin' for the man. Great music, not too loud, but very cool.
(5)
erin f.
The food is great. The beer selection is reasonable. The jukebox is awesome. Clark is a good guy. For the love of god I hate seeing a good bar being ruined by hipsters. Oh hipsters, go away. Isn't that why the POPE exists?
(4)
Steve C.
Super vegetarian friendly. Super wallet friendly. Service is consistent(same people still working there). Great food for a little pub. Total hidden gem.
(4)
eric s.
Get some great draft beer and wash it down with some spicey wings and a rich dish of stellar mac n' cheese. A comfortable and homey altnernative to the more sceney places in the hood.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner, Late Night Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Hipster Noise Level : Average Music : Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Fri, Sat, Sun Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
John Z.
The food is very good, try the cheese quesadilla. It's sort of hipster, but not too hipster. The version of the city wide is wacky (Jagermeister and Schmidts) , but cheap and drinkable. This is a great place to start your Friday or Saturday night. My only complaint is the music can be too loud and not good at all.
(4)Daniel M.
I stopped here on a birthday crawl, and it didn't disappoint. The beer selection was much better than I expected, and I was quite surprised with the men's restroom. If you're not in to naked women, then I'd suggest you hold it and use the restroom at another bar. The women's restroom was much more classy- not that I used it. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to try any food, but my friends who did said it was pretty good. The only downside was that the bar was small, and it can become quite challenging to make it from one end to the other. It's still a great bar though, and I plan to go back soon.
(4)Buck W.
I've heard the food is good. Haven't had any more than fries, yet. Bartenders and waitstaff are attentive. But the jukebox...!!! Worth four stars by itself. I promise I'll eat here soon. :)
(4)Marissa R.
I've been here a couple times, and it's a pretty nice, hipster, neighborhood-appropriate spot. There's usually some PBC draft for about $3 and then a lot of other hoppy or spicy choices on up. I haven't tried the food here yet, but the menu looks pretty good. Whether you're looking for traditional wings, nachos and quesadillas, or "something more" like a veggie loaf, steak sandwich, or fishNchips, it's on their menu. I should really stop by here sometime and try a dinner entree! Not that I really visited it, but the men's restroom is rumored to be lined in pictures of naked women! The women's restroom isn't quite as exciting. If you're in the 'hood and need a beer, try this local little jawn.
(3)Kathleen D.
I came here during PBW's "Craft Beer Day" last weekend. I had previously tried their food at other events a few different times and always enjoyed it, but had never actually made it to the bar. During my visit, they had a DJ playing retro music and the vibe was mellow overall. Really nice. My friend and I were able to grab two seats at the bar. She ordered nachos (they were good). I ordered two beers during my time there and each time I did, the bartender questioned me on my choices. I assume it was because one of the beers was newly-released (Victory's Sour Monkey) and another was a stout and it's hot outside (I like stouts quite a bit and I don't drink by the seasons). She was really hesitant about the Sour Money -- even giving a sample of it first before a full glass. This was nice since I got more of it for the price and that beer is great. I'd consider returning to Lucky 13 in the future for a casual day and to try more food.
(4)Kaela P.
We went here for drinks, to kill an hour before reservations for another restaurant. We walked in and nobody tried to seat us. We asked the bunch of people near the bar (who appeared to work there) where we could sit and one of them reluctantly answered "yeah" when we asked if we could sit in the back. One woman was blocking the entryway to the back room and didn't move to let us pass. And she worked there! We ordered 4 drinks. One was made well - actually tasted like a cocktail. Red wine, tequila, peach nectar and St. Germaine. Two people got the Lucky Lemonade and Kentucky Tea. The drinks were mainly ice and water. I'm not kidding. We couldn't taste the alcohol, we couldn't taste anything. We were so put out by now I asked for the check, paid and left. For $40! I should've fought for a refund or complained but we all wanted to get out of there.
(1)Toki W.
*sigh* I really want to like this place. It's a cool punk rock bar that gravitates more towards metal and the classics. It's cramped, and parts of the kitchen are actually located IN the dining area which can be annoying. The food is just kinda meh. It's not as bad as fast food, but not as good as nearly any bar in the surrounding area. The main problem with the food is that it reads well on the menu, but when you see the plate you can tell that the person preparing has stopped giving a shit. The service, however, SUCKS. It's slow, pissy, grouchy, snarky, rude, inaccurate, etc. Just generally shitty. If you go for a drink and sit at a table, you'll be lucky to get two drinks before happy hour is over. Bar service is probably the better choice if you're just getting drinks. Music is great though. Lots of Danzig, Iron Maiden, and stuff like that.
(2)Mary M.
Just came in for quick drinks before a dinner reservation but really dug the vibe. Bartender was nice and drinks were cheap. Definitely keeping on my radar for the next time on Passyunk.
(3)Mark Z.
This a cool little bar near Passyunk Ave. The place has a very chill vibe and the bartender was very friendly. The beer list has a great selection from the usual suspects to decent craft beer. I always decided to order food, and got the Stuffed Turkey Loaf. It was really good and love the sweet aspect with the BBQ sauce. I really hope to return here some time soon.
(4)Michelle C.
I've only been twice, but I really like Lucky 13. My first visit was several years ago for some drinks. Not sure why it took me so long to return but it was selected as our meeting place for Saturday night's shenanigans and it was just right. The bartender was friendly and fast with slinging our drinks. Several rounds ended up costing far less than I anticipated, a welcome respite in this world of fourteen dollar cocktails in which we live. The music was on point and just loud enough. The TVs were programmed to whatever games were taking place. The bathroom was clean and I especially liked the cool throwback photos adorning the walls (Bridget Bardot - meow!). I've heard the food is surprisingly delicious and I'm looking forward to seeing for myself next time.
(4)Stefano D.
Excellent food... Can't go wrong! Decent well rounded beer list that even includes La Fin Du Monde.
(4)Gina M.
This is my neighborhood spot--great staff, cold drinks, a great jukebox, and the best wings I've had in Philly. The mac n cheese is also highly recommended. And on Mondays you can't beat the dollar tacos!
(5)Jason G.
Great little "hole in the wall" bar. The food was great and they have a nice selection of beer. The service was great and everyone seemed very friendly. The prices for the drinks were also very reasonable.
(4)D h.
Cool place that's in a great neighborhood. Kind of a hipster hangout, but the food is good and drinks are strong. Little details make the place very welcoming, wooden bar top with rounded rail, stamped ceiling, comfy stools, and great service. Bar back is primarily shelves and bottles. A few TVs and props for the un-PC restrooms.
(4)Jayna B.
Evidently, WinnyD and I are not cool enough for this place. We are not hipsters. We are not visibly tatted up. And we don't drink microbrews. The waitress made it very clear that we were there to help her get paid but she wasn't going to laugh at our jokes or engage with us in any way other than the bare minimum in terms of service. Granted, we were there to eat, not drink, so perhaps this was our bad. Whoops. However, the food selection was awesome for vegetarians and I had The Ace Of Spades Sandwich (tempeh sauteed with caramelized onions & soy sauce, with lettuce & tomato). WinnyD got the Pretty Chick Sandwich marinated chicken breast, smothered in your choice of wing sauce, with lettuce & tomato. Both were better than good. Due to the atmosphere, we probably won't be returning. Maybe take-out?
(3)Kyle S.
Lucky 13 has some of the best nachos I have ever had. I can't really explain why they are good, but they somehow are. I've been here twice now, and if it wasn't such a far walk from my house, I would be here more often. The food is fairly inexpensive and yummy, the drinks are delicious, and the service is good. If you're in the neighborhood (or if you want some Cincinnati chili), it's a good place to grab a drink and a bite to eat.
(4)Jennifer L.
I'd give this place 3.5 stars rather than 4, but it gets a little extra credit for being so close to my house. This is where my boyfriend and I end up if we're too tired to cook on a weeknight and don't feel like walking three blocks to POPE, or where we spend an hour or two on a Saturday afternoon. I appreciate the vegetarian and vegan stuff on the menu. My favorite sandwich is called the Dick Allen, which consists of chunks of firm tofu (baked, I think?) in goat cheese with cranberry sauce on a long roll. The mac and cheese is pretty good too, but it's so filling and the portion is huge, and so I usually don't get it because I can't bear to imagine how many calories it contains. The beer selection isn't great. There are usually just a handful on tap, and maybe two or three that are a decent ABV, but they have lots more in bottles. I have found the cocktails to be weak. I've fallen for their cocktail specials and I'm usually let down. The music can be awful -- loud hardcore/metal at times. Other times it's not too bad. But when it's super annoying, we have actually gone to sit outside. Oh yeah, there are about four tables on the sidewalk, which can be nice in the warm weather. Despite its reputation as having a hipster crowd, I've found the clientele to be mixed, from neighborhood homeowners like me and my boyfriend, to older folks, to the young and tattooed. It's a pretty chill place, so you'll fit in no matter what.
(4)Joey M.
Divey bar with divey crowd in So Philly Located in area filled with other bars and places to go Stopped here after dinner just for a drink. Good beer selection and prompt service. Would prob try some of the other places in the area before returning to this place.
(3)Randy S.
I'm really into this place. It is as down-to-earth and polite as service and food can get for a neighborhood bar, and the kitchen puts out consistent and delicious food. In particular their "Hey Stud" sandwich is phenomenal! Anybody who is going out for a low-key beer and sandwich should pop in to this place and get some tasty stuff. I cannot stress enough how polite the bartenders and servers are.
(4)Patrice H.
I visited Philly a couple of weeks ago and met a friend here for a drink. I was really pleasantly surprised to discover that this pub had excellent food. Like actually really decent soup and salads. If you're lucky enough to stumble on this South Philly gem on a random evening you will be treated to good music. In the evening we were here there was a DJ playing 45's in the front area near the bar. This place is great - simple, good drinks, great service - and excellent old school bartender with tons of class. Oh, and did I mention that the men's bathroom is plastered in old "Playboy" magazine photos? This place is pretty much golden
(4)Jess S.
Great bar food, awesome staff, great Monday and Tuesday specials... It's a bar, so everyone who states bad reviews needs to remember that it's a bleeping bar!
(5)Alicia O.
Lucky 13 looks really divey from the outside, but I was actually quite surprised when I walked inside. It's got a little of a divey feel, but a really great beer and food menu. They have great selection on the beer menu that seems to change every time I've been here. In addition, last time I was in, they had hot cider with rum. Yeah! Onto the food... they have usual bar food options--mac and cheese, nachos, wings, burgers, etc. But also vietnamese wraps? Chili? And if you're a vegetarian or vegan, they seem to have lots of options to accommodate non-meat eaters. They'll make wings with tempeh, add tofu to nachos, and so on. If you're in the neighborhood, it's worth checking out.
(4)Allison B.
I had dinner one night at Lucky 13 and really enjoyed my experience. Our server was super attentive and pleasant and my friends and I all liked our food. I had "The Middle Eastern", a plate of pitas, hummus, feta and other assorted goodies. It's listed under the "Small or Sharing" portion of the menu, but take heed, it's definitely a "sharing." It was a huge platter, but over the course of the meal I worked through most of it because it was so tasty. My friends had the Lucky Burger and the wings. They were both satisfied with their meals. The burger was huge -- come hungry! At any rate, no complaints at all about this place. It was pretty clean and friendly. Pair that with good food, a great beer selection, and reasonable prices, and you'll find that there's no reason not to check this place out.
(4)Amanda C.
After two tries I am just not a fan of Lucky Thirteen. Their beer list is good but on my last visit I tried two different draft beers that I typically like(lancaster cream ale and kenzinger) and they just tasted off. I had a white bean veggie burger here a while ago and mac and cheese, both items were fine, but not super memorable. The crowd is varied and relatively friendly. I would suggest someone come here and decide if they like it on their own.
(2)Meghan C.
Very decent place for Sunday afternoon lounging... Friendly bartender, $3 bloodys and mimosas...I didn't eat but some of our friends did and their brunch looks goooooooood. Not as an extensive beer selection as you can find elsewhere in the city, but if you serve Bell's, I'm instantly a fan.
(4)Sara M.
If you can wait until 11:30AM for your Sunday brunch, this place is a divey gem in South Philly. We were really for brunch a bit earlier, and disappointed to find out that they open so late in the morning, but ended up circling back when we found that every other local brunch joint was slammed... and I'm glad we did! The brunch menu has two sides: semi-traditional breakfast-y dishes on one side, "small plates" on the other. Nothing that came to our table was remotely small, no matter which side of the menu it'd been ordered from - portions were quite generous. My heart was set on getting the Philadelphian (a take on eggs benedict with a soft pretzel and mustard sauce) when I'd spied it on their online menu, but then they told us about the waffle of the day, an "everything waffle." I knew I had to try it! Much like an everything bagel, this savory waffle was filled with poppy seeds and onions and sesame seeds and deliciousness. It was also slathered in a jalapeno cream cheese sauce. Unfortunately, the texture of the waffle was a bit overly dense and crumbly, which made it very heavy. They'd also put two gigantic waffles on my plate, and there was no way I could eat both (especially being so dense). Flavor was great, texture and portion size were off. But as a one-off, I'm glad I tried it. I'd totally try another waffle of the day if they're this creative! My tablemates selected a number of other things - the strawberry cream french toast of the day (I tried it, it was delicious and a much more reasonable portion), garlic herb wings, and bacon (also tried it, very thick cut but still crispy) were all very good. Service was friendly and pretty prompt. I love dive bar brunches!
(4)Mike D.
A great spot for wings and a drink. Although I have not explored too much of the menu, all you need to get are the wings! Seriously, this things are good although very spicy. There is always some good conversation at the bar and the drinks are served quick and cold. A low key spot and usually there is no problem getting a seat.
(4)Amy S.
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(5)Lauren C.
Good beer, good sandwich, good atmosphere- Id go back. The menu is a little expensive for what it actually is, but i was really excited, as a vegetarian, to have options. I went for the tempeh vietnamese wrap. The veggies were sooo fresh and it came with a side of fries that were a mix of sweet potato and regular. It was really good. I also had a few different beers, and the selection was great. With all of the gastro pubs in the city, its not the best or most memorable, but its solid and i appreciate that.
(3)Jamie D.
First off, im on the hunt for the best mac n cheese in philly....this place does not have it. Their mac is penne in a barely-cheesy creamsauce of sorts. Not worth it. Their nachos and guac looked delicious from other patrons though! I got the pretty chick and my dinnermate got the stud. Both were good, but i found my chick with garlic herb to be a bit bland. The stud was delicious, but sparse on the meat. It was cheap though so its all good. Get the fries, not the side salad. The buns are amaaaaazing. I could have just eaten those. All in all it was good, but i def want to try some of their other food!
(3)Allison K.
Stopped in here for a Friday happy hour drink. Seems to be a " locals spot." Where else but South Philly are you going to find two guys at the end of the bar debating what order you should fry things in? (Turns out it's veggies first, then fish, then meat.) Anyway, the bar was pretty empty; I'm told that's an odd occurrence. For us, it was great. Just a laid back week-ending cocktail and the Phils game on the tv screen. My friend asked for something interesting and received a can of Old Chub Scotch Ale. My regular vodka sprite was at least what it should be (and honestly, I can't say that of everywhere). We split an order of crab spring rolls, which were plenty tasty, but set on a giant bed of wasted lettuce. Overall, Lucky 13 seems like it could be a good semi-regular alternative to the POPE once fall/winter weather hits (it's a bit warm otherwise). Lucky 13's a bit on the small-side, but to its credit, the hipster-to-normal person ratio is better. And points for the bartender for not minding that 3 of us sat for an extra hour and nerded out over cameras without really ordering anything else. Guess that's okay when you have toys on the top shelf of the bar instead of liquor.
(3)Kristine D.
Pretty low key bar/restaurant in the heart of East Passyunk. Seems like it gets a lot of regulars, but not a ton of tourists. Small, but very good, beer list. Service has been great each time we have gone. Menu is pretty varied, and they have specials that change frequently. They offer a brunch, so if you can't get into your favorite spot, maybe try them out. If the brunch food is like the dinner food, then it's pretty reliable.
(3)Johnny B.
Did not enjoy myself on Sunday at all. Myself and a friend joined me for a few drinks near closing. I noticed that the bartender started to clean the bathrooms picking trash off the floor and take the trash out of the bathrooms. Then she never washed her hands and proceeded to go back and make drinks for customers. We will never return to the bar ever again.
(2)Aruna A.
Lucky 13 is a good pub - but with the POPE, and SPTR near by, I really don't think I'd seek it out. It's good for a quieter evening, and when it gets crowded - it gets CROWDED fast - as it's not that large of a space. In that case, it isn't easy to navigate with b/c it's pretty small. However, they do have a decent beer selection, a good jukebox, and a really nice staff. It's not good for huge groups - as it's pretty small. I'm a fan of the food here too - generally pretty tasty. Overall, an okay pub - but not quite as spectacular as the other neighborhood pubs around here.
(3)Ted S.
Your basic neighborhood dive bar, but the food really is excellent, and not even "for a bar". Wings specifically are awesome, the best i've had in Philadelphia. Props
(5)Jason Y.
Lucky 13 Pub. It's great. But it's special to people who grew up loving punk, tattoos, sailors, whisky, dive bars, studded belts, Black Flag, the Clash, Horror Movies, and Science Fiction Its like if I kept all the bric-a-brac I always thought was cool, and then started a clubhouse. Some reviews seem to indicate that they don't "get" the bar. If you don't like these things, it's not like you're left out of some inside joke, or excluded, it's just not your thing. It's not like I "get" boom boom dance clubs or meat head bars. They're different animals, and have different merits. So if you come in to Lucky's and think its weird, it aint no thang, you're just not on the same page. But anyway, onto the bar. The food is good. It's filling, and comes out on time. The beer is up my alley and reasonably priced. The clientele is mixed, in a good way. The service is friendly, and if you like pop culture, you're in the right place for a great discussion. And the jukebox is stuffed with awesome punk, alternative, weird stuff to keep it interesting. A good way to describe this place: It would be great for a date. Especially if he or she was wearing a Misfits shirt on her match.com profile picture.
(5)Liz F.
Never will be returning to this hipster hangout. I guess the owner and the hipster don't mind the unclean bar and employee's. Won't ever return to this dive.
(1)Carlo D.
Who dont love this place??? Great prices also
(4)Candace G.
I love this place. It's super low key- with great music,the food is good and the staff is great. Clark, the main bartender is awesome as is Jen and all the servers.Good beer list and specialty cocktails.
(5)Paul C.
I grabbed a few drinks here while waiting for my friends prior to the dinner nearby...it's not a typical bar that I would go to...but I loved the fact that bartender knows each customer by their first name...which made it very cozy...friendly crowd...next time if you are in the area, check it out...
(4)roberta b.
This ain't no upscale jawn, but that's what I like about it. Unlike some other low-key, decent priced drink facilitators you can't smoke inside, which I also like, even though I'm a smoker. The menu is small, the food is fairly consistent and I've never been disappointed. The owner takes his business seriously and the waitresses/bartenders are friendly and efficient.
(4)Poliana I.
Sitting in the back "dining area" is a real drag due to the loud video games, but the food is decent & the drinks are inexpensive. It's walking distance to my house, so that's the biggest draw.
(3)Amanda D.
I dig Lucky 13, thanks to Jackie G. and Jason F. Clark is their friend and now he is mine too. He is a great bartender. Also, Victoria is a great bartender too. The food at Lucky 13 is also great. Because I'm trying to become anorexic these days, I had to split a salad with my friend, but it was really really good. That salad was the "Lucky 13" salad, and what a salad it is. Anyway, we watched most of the World Series here, and sadly, Clark is a Yankees fan. At least he wasn't a d*&k about it.
(4)Ann T.
Lucky 13, I wish I could like you. I ate there twice and both times were a fail. They have a pretty decent beer selection, so it's a good place to go in the neighborhood if you just want to drink some good beers. If you want some good food, then skip it and go somewhere else. We went on a Monday night. There are $1 tacos. You have a choice of tofu or beef. We opted for tofu. It tasted like flour tortillas and water. I didn't think that was possible since it was served with "salsa verde", but somehow it did. If you're in the mood for a flour tortilla and some water, then go ahead and order the tofu tacos. It won't disappoint. Also had the Vietnamese wrap with tempeh. This was much better than the tofu tacos, but I think my socks would taste better than those tacos, so the Vietnamese wraps are a qualified relatively good. The tempeh and veggies were crunchy and tasty, but not much more going on there. There was no hoisin sauce anywhere near that wrap, though the menu stated there would be. Meh. Next, we get to the beer battered catfish and mixed fries. Wow. What a mess. The batter crust was greasy and burned and the catfish was quite fishy. It was probably only about 2 hours from being officially considered rotten. The whatever sauce that it was served with was incredibly salty. Hey, at least the mixed fries were decent. Overall, it was kinda gross. Lastly, the service: meh.
(1)James B.
Wow, it couldn't have been worse. Go in, order a drink and get a side of douche for free! Not again.
(1)Edward M.
I stopped by here with some friends recently. It was a slow night. I liked the ambiance, with the subdued light, clean look, and the classic Schmidt's brewery decor. The service was friendly and prompt. The beer selection is small but eclectic and the beer I tried was fantastic, and my friends seemed happy with their drinks, as well. But (and this is a serious but, since this is a restaurant review and not a bar review) the chicken sandwich I got was only okay. It could have been soooo much better with (1) *any* kind of vegetable (how about a slice of tomato? a little green leaf? Come on, give it some life! Give it some color!) (2) a little less oil of a little better quality (I cook with extra-virgin olive oil at home; why would I welcome the opportunity to pay someone to serve me cheap substitutes? seriously....). I'd come back here for the beers; I might even try another dish.
(3)Matt P.
This bar is my second home. When I first started coming here I had a few problems with service, I once waited 20 minutes to be asked if I wanted a drink. Really? (Not while Clark was working mind you...) But after giving it a few more tries I really fell in love with the place. It's small but comfortable, the jukebox has some of my top ten favorite albums, the prices are probably some of the best in the city, Clark is one of my favorite bartenders and don't even get me started on the food. The wings are next-level delicious. The mac and cheese is probably the best i've ever had. Hand-pumped yards esa. Enough said. I'll take this place over the cantina or pope anyday.
(4)Bill M.
13 is one of my favorite numbers (I feel that holding bad luck so closely can lead to good luck). So that was the first incentive for me to check out this place when I saw it listed in Philly Weekly. The second incentive was seeing the Sailor Jerry style tattooed women that was it's logo, and reading that they hooked up food like mushroom risotto and mac and cheese. I also liked the idea that it was another place to explore in Passyunk, and that it was more than a little bit punk rock. Just like me. I meant to go sooner, but sometimes I'm a total slacker :( But my punk rock friend from Cleveland was visiting South Philly during the holidays and we needed a good bar to reminisce in. So I figured what could be better? And I found Lucky 13 to be a bar that more people need to know about. As soon as I walked in I was happy to hear Misfits blaring on the jukebox. But it was well rounded enough to offer Devo, Bowie, The Pixies, Weezer, Lou Reed and then some! The beer selection was perfect albeit a little more on the hoppy side of the spectrum, and they even hooked up a city wide special. If the Mushroom risotto didn't have a squash that tasted like sweet potatoes (one of my kryptonites!) it would have been one of the best I've ever had. next time I going to have to keep it simple with the comfort of mac and cheese and chicken wings. So as long as 13 leads to good music, beer, and food than it might just be lucky for all of us. Now I'm going to have to go and rain on Jason's parade.
(5)Emily K.
Look h8rs. I live what is essentially right over Lucky 13. And I love it. Yes, it's dark. Yes, the bartenders can be cold to strangers. Yes, there's not much room. Yes, there are only five beers on tap, of which only one is usually good. But, yes, they'll get to know you, and, yes, lo and behold Clark is an amazing guy. Yes, the menu is honest and the food just damn good. Yeah, they sell and fill growlers. Oh and, yes, it's the kind of place where sometimes when it's 2 am and you're just not ready to go home, the door locks but nothing else changes. Lucky 13 is my corner bar. And I want to keep it that way.
(5)Kristan P.
Shitty experience again. ...only this time I almost smacked a hipster patron who deicded that he was cool enough to ask/demand that my husband and I move to another table so that him and his pretentious party of douchebags could be more comfortable. NOTE to idiots --- if you are going to ask me, *AFTER my meal is served* to move to another location to accomodate YOU and your friends who are merely drinking those shitty craft beers ---you can at least offer me a bribed drink, or something ---besides a condescending attitude. EFF you.
(1)Beth R.
It sounds like I need to return here and try the food. I came here for drinks last week, and it was nice. A little cramped inside, but they had interesting music playing. When I looked around, I saw it was actually a guy playing records. Very cool. I gave 3 stars because it was AOK, as yelp puts it, but I'm not sure I would trek across town just to go here. Perhaps after I see what the food is all about.
(3)Rob E.
I went there Sunday night and it was a great bar experience. The music was good, the service was great, and I tried out a drink that I've never heard of: whiskey, root, and simple syrup. It was one of the best drinks I've had. A great time.
(5)Glenn B.
We really enjoy Lucky 13. From the outside it may look like a dive or tattoo parlor, but the inside is really cool. Neat Schmidt's of phila. Memorabilia & other old school stuff lines the shelves. Head banger music posters line the walls. Excellent Juke box. Always a good selection of craft beers on tap. The most surprising thing about this bar is the menu. The food is awesome, as good as any gastro-pub anywhere. The food selections are diverse Enough to satisfy almost any taste. They have everything from Meatloaf to really good vegan dishes. Check out the Ace Of Spades sandwich, quite possibly the best vegan sandwich in Philly. The staff is also great, Clarke who owns the place and also bartends at times is always a pleasure. My wife and I always make a point to stop in on Saturdays in the late afternoon to see Katharine who bartends Sat afternoons. She too is always a pleasure to visit. A really fun neighborhood pub.
(5)Brendan O.
Located a couple of 'hoods away from my own, I get the distinct feeling each time I come to Lucky 13 that I'm a somewhat-unwanted usurper invading someone else's neighborhood bar. I understand and don't hold a grudge for that, but it's worth pointing out. Seating is tight and not particularly comfortable. The beer selection is decent and adequate. The fried chicken and meatloaf dinners are VERY good. Men will enjoy the "wallpaper" in the men's room, but the women I've gone with to Lucky 13 are a bit pissed about the fact that similar "accommodation" hasn't been grabted to them. Gotta say I agree wit that sentiment: Why not do the same for the ladies, Lucky 13? On odd mix of hipsters and old-schoolers make up the clientele, but hey: that's an accurate reflection of the area. Thesis: A decent enough place with its own particular and authentic vibe, but at the end of the day not special enough to be worth a trip for outsiders.
(3)Adam L.
What else do you need in a bar other than good drinks, good eats, and good people? I love going here. It's the Food Gal and my go-to spot. Watching a Phils game and want to loaf around, imbibe a little while watching the best team of our lifetime? Luck's is the spot. Looking to swill in a bottomless glass on your own without being disturbed? Pull up a chair and talk to Faith or Clark. Or just be anti-social and drink yourself under the table. Late nite with a group of friends? Skip the POPE- go to Lucky's. The back is a great spot for just holing up with a few besties, drinking your fill and being a loud dumbass. Want a bite after work? Lucky's has some damn good food. Love the mac n cheese and deconstructed meatball. The cheese is mild, the penne is delic, and the breadcrumbs crunchy. Also, a fucking AWESOME punkrock jukebox. Definitely in the Top 5. One of my favorite spots in the wonderful City of Brotherly Love.
(5)Diana M.
A neighborhood bar with fun food specials and a great selection of beer on draft.
(4)Brian M.
Currently my favorite place ever for wings. Solid beer list, great bar food. Not great for a crowd.
(5)Lauren D.
Nothing against everyone else's opinion, but REALLY? This place has an average of 4 stars? I really just don't get this place. It's just kind of there, to be perfectly honest. I've been here a handful of times thus far and never really felt a good vibe from it. The bar is on the smaller side, and I'm really not quite sure where this "stellar" beer list is. They have some gems, yes, but half the time they are out of the beer that I ask for and don't have a replacement. The staff is also lacking. Well, that's not really fair actually. I've only had one server there (the skinny, really pretty one) and she's just really not there at all, both in terms of her service and her knowledge of the product. Her manhattans were among the worst I've ever tasted and she was more focused on her male bar customers than me and my then-boyfriend. Not that I deserve all the attention, but I don't think going up to the bar to ask for the bill or a glass of water should be necessary when you are offering table service. I haven't been there since that incident so I have no idea if she's still there or not, but I'd be wary. The food is kind of alright. Everyone raves about their mac and cheese, which I haven't tried because I incorporate enough cheese in basically every meal as it is, but the food that I tasted was bland. The deconstructed meatball sandwich was basically a bowl of meatballs and sauce with a side of cheesy garlic bread. The meatballs were kind of bland so I didn't particularly enjoy it much, mostly because the cheesy garlic bread was the best part and I could've made that home for free. My ex had the tuna sandwich (I think?) and he also wasn't a fan. I really wanted to like this place when it first opened up, but I just can't. I think the only reason I would go back is because they have a Ms. Pac Man table becase really, who doesn't love a good game of Pac Man?
(2)Elisabeth Y.
After nearly a week of being out of commission with the flu, when I could finally get off the couch to do something other than run to Walgreen's for drugs the first place I wanted to go was Lucky 13. They redid their menu maybe a couple months ago- they kept all the good stuff I love (mac and cheese, Ace of Spades, hummus plate) and added some new jawns too. Last night I tried the Stacked Pin-Up (mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and fresh mozz on garlic bread) and LOVED it. The fries were great too! Can't wait to get back and try the crispy tempeh.
(5)Jessica E.
I have mixed emotions. It was the type of place where you're not sure if the food was bad or if you just ordered the wrong thing. Beer list has a good variety. Food was good but not great, which is normally not so bad except there are at least a thousand other gastropubs around with great food and cheaper prices. Beer was good. The crowd is pretty mixed, which is nice. Friendly service. I will probably go here again, order something different, and revisit my thoughts. If you're just drinking, it is definitely a good place to go.
(3)Katherine K.
The first time I came here was on a weekend, so only was able to order from a brunch menu (it's so limiting!). However, I had the deconstructed meatball, which was an interesting take on the classic meatball. They serve it with slices of cheesy bread and then have the meatballs and sauce in a bowl on the side. It got a little messy, but I liked the thought put into it. Went here this week on a Monday night, so I was able to order from the full dinner menu. I went with another sandwich, the Stud, which was beef with peppers, onions. They give you a mixture of sweet potato and regular potato fries on the side (looove sweet potato fries). Perhaps the most exciting part of the meal was being able to dip my fries into the different mayos they offer- the horseradish mayo was delish. I guess it was Metal night, based on a previous poster. They were playing a few out-there tunes, but I didn't really think anything of it. Some metal, some Rush, some sleepy stuff- it was all okay by me.
(4)Lauren T.
I was really in the mood for fries. Really just ready to eat the shit outta some delicious fries. Maybe if I wasn't having such a craving I would have liked their "shoestring style" fries. But they just tasted like potato chips and left me unsatisfied. My mac & cheese was really peppery but alright I guess. Food aside, Lucky 13 was a really sweet bar. Nice beer selection, great jukebox, good service. Small and loud and fun on a Friday night. I'd go back to drink there for sure.
(3)Julie F.
The food at Lucky 13 really was tasty. I wasn't sure what to expect - it's dark, they were playing Guns 'n' Roses which morphed into some speed metal eventually...I don't equate any of that necessarily with good eats. The beer choices were standard and tasty. They were better than standard but we're gettin spoiled now in this city! Had some great familiar local brews that hit the spot. I got the smoked trout sandwich and it was huge and fresh tasting. Reminded me of whitefish a lot and I was a big fan of the potato salad which wasn't that gross mayonnaisey nonsense but full of pep and flavor and ...yum. My friend got something involving catfish which looked really impressive - it even had little crafish on top. Who knew? I guess my only real complaint was the music. Luckly it changed when some kind dudes took over the jukebox. I didn't expect them to be playing the soundtrack to Les Mis or Celine Dion or anything but, loud thrashing hardcore speed metal whatever the hell it was isn't conducive to eating this lovely food and enjoying brews. It makes you want to throw your barstool at someone's head. I sensed the staff dug it but you gotta think of your clientele too, friends. Service was nice, not awesome, but friendly and fine. I'll be back but I'll make sure to take control of the jukebox immediately.
(3)Ally G.
The bar scene was kind of lame... kind of pricey too. There's much better bars in the area that I rather go to. But if Victory beers are your favorite, then Lucky 13 has a really good selection. The music (mostly punk and 90s rock) was good though. Tried the Samosas appetizer. I thought they were way too spicy. My bar mate didn't think so. But the three sauces it came with were very tasty and helped "cool" the Samosas down.
(2)Ellen O.
Do you like all of the following: 1. Nachos? 2. Misfits sing-a-longs? 3. Friendly waitresses who tolerate drunken mayhem? 4. Losing all track of time & space and stumbling out of a bar at 2am? If you answered a hearty "YES!" to all of these questions, then Lucky 13 is the bar for you! Oh, Lucky 13, where would I and my merry band of weekend warriors be without you? We certainly wouldn't be filling our bellies with delicious homemade nachos, stacked to the heavens with cheese and toppings, soaking up the strong gin n' tonics, the shots of Wild Turkey, and the sea of Miller Lite that was created in our bellies and served by a waitstaff that not only tolerates our drunken antics, but also laughs at and occasionally participates in them. We wouldn't wake up with sore throats from punk rock sing-a-longs to The Misfits "Last Caress," which seems to be the siren song of Lucky 13, played each and every time my merry band of weekend warriors and I have graced a high-top table with our presence. We wouldn't mysteriously time-travel four hours, looking at each other with faces of drunken disappointment when the bartender announces "LAST CALL!", proclaiming with slurred speech, "But we just got here!" I've got somethin' to say! I wanna drink at Lucky 13 today!
(5)Ben S.
This place is great. I used to go a lot, and I need to start going back again. The last few times I had the urge to go, it was a Monday, which is metal night. I'd really rather go when it's not metal night. Maybe I should give metal night a chance, but I'd rather it just be Monday night. This is great weeknight night bar to go to with a bunch of friends and occupy a corner of the bar and hang out for a few hours. The deconstructed meatball sandwich is really good. And Clark rules. He'll probably do a shot of Jaegermeister with you, if you ask.
(5)Kathy D.
I went there when it first opened on one of the coldest nights this past winter. They pride themselves on a stellar beer selection and a cool, dark vibe. Jukebox went all night long with everything from the Buzzcocks to the late great Michael Jackson. I was with a large group of people out for someone's birthday and wanted to order some snacks for the table. When I tried to order fries, I was surprised to hear that they didn't have a fryer. We ordered a shrimp dish, which was excellent, but fries would have been perfect. Hoping they have added that since. Perfect addition to Passyunk Ave
(3)Valerie B.
It does look divey from the outside, but the food is pretty good. The buffalo wings are delicious but very hot (spicy). Might try a different flavor next time. The mac n cheese was really good as well, had yummy chunks of bacon mixed in with the pasta. I took a bite of my friend's quesadilla, which as pretty good - nothing fancy just the usual ingredients. We sat at the bar and the bartender was pretty cool. Refilled our water and got us another round of beer when we were low. This spot might be my neighborhood spot - great food and location!
(4)Mikey I.
As of tonight, Lucky 13 is definitely one of my new favorite places. My first experience at this place was walking with a few friends in the hopes of grabbing some drinks. Didn't happen, we walked out. This isn't entirely the kind of place you'd make a stop on a night of bar-hopping. Maybe, but I don't see it being entirely feasible. Instead, it's definitely a spot to go for an absolutely fantastic dinner. Can't say the menu is extensive but what's on there is purely genius. From chicken curry and samosas to Mexican wild shrimp and the "deconstructed meatball." All I've tried thus far has been simply delicious- had the risotto du jour tonight which consisted of risotto with peppers, onions and sausage. The beer menu is also good. I'm honestly just impressed with any bar that will not have your typical Coors, Bud and Miller on tap. That's just instantaneous points in my book. The space is pretty tiny. Did notice a post-it behind the bar however, that surely indicates they'll take a reservation for an astonishingly large group of up to 13. Though, I'm sure that's probably for special cases. Furnishings and interior are modern and simple. The bar looks quite a bit older though. It for some reason has this stigma of being a "Steelers" bar amongst some of my friends. However, I wouldn't even come close to considering this place a sports bar. There are two TVs by the front bar though. Other notes: their mac 'n cheese is gouda and locatelli cheeses with herbed bread crumbs atop ziti. Can't wait to go and try their brunch as well.
(5)stevee b.
Finally had a chance to eat here this past weekend and really liked the food. Had been here in past, but since it is not my hood had only had beers during special bike rides. GF had the catfish and chips, very tasty, better than most bar food. I had the deconstructed meatball sandwich, was awesome dish. simple, but very tasty, very souf philly-- and very good at soaking up the numerous Walt Wits I had just consumed at the SPTR Wheaties festival. Got me sober for the drive up passyunk back to fishtown and saved some south st douche bags from certain death under my wheels. I will definitely hit this place again and make sure to eat rather than just drink--although the nice prices on Kenzis and other beers on their good list make it good for drinking too... bartender was also a cool dude
(4)Donnie V.
Brilliant! F-ing Brilliant. Cool, comfortable, with lots of character and "characters". The wings are reason enough to stop hanging with the snobs and start hanging with the cool kids.
(5)Vincent F.
I've been here a lot and overall I like the bar a lot. The owner (Clark) is very nice and accommodating and the drinks are fairly priced. I've also eaten here a bunch and the food is quite good I wanted to write since I tried brunch there recently and was really impressed with the French toast. The bacon I ordered was cooked just the way I like it (crisp) and the service was wonderful (well, to be fair, I was one of the few people there on that Saturday morning). Oh.. and of course I looved the mens room!
(4)Sandrine F.
Nice addition to the South Philly pub scene. Good luck finding it if you're not used to the area... The atmosphere is cool although a bit cramped at the bar. Head for the tables in the back if you have a group. The food is amazing. At first, I doubted the many cuisine influences on the menu (Mexican, French, Italian, American, etc.); but I was sold after my first plate of merguez sausage & peppers style. Merguez is one of my favorite foods: moroccan lamb sausage (I suspect they may make it themselves). But italian style with onions, peppers and gravy? Well it's delicious !!! I had it again since ;) I hope to hang at Lucky 13 more and try more of the international dishes soon.
(4)Nazim K.
Top of the line everyday bar. Drinks are pretty cheap. The music is fantastic, but the bar is rarely loud. Bizzarre movies are often quietly playing on the two unobtrusive TVs. The menu has items that are both creative and comfort-oriented (I highly recommend the deconstructud meatball sandwich). Although it's a small place, we packed a group of about 20 in there on a Saturday, and everyone was happy. I have been here a dozen or more times, and never had any mishaps.
(5)Rob S.
Small, narrow bar. I liked the atmosphere. Which was kind of weird because they were playing some hardcore music on the jukebox. Somehow, it kind of worked. Clientele was super eclectic which was fun. A few good beers on draft. The bartender didn't seem to know what she was doing... she kept mixing up our order, and it was a fairly slow Tuesday night. Oh well. Playboy centerfolds in the mens' room which is always a bit of a laugh. Seems like an OK bar that I'd probably go back to. Probably 3 1/2 stars.
(3)Bizz M.
I've been there a couple times over the last month and I love this spot. The bartender Clark can make a drink and make you smile. The food is top notch. I recommend the deconstructed meatballs and the mac and cheese. a little tight but its South Philly. What do you expect? A+ for the mens room decor.
(5)Jaclyn K.
love this place. the bartenders are always lovely, and the food is great! (love the mix of regular fries and sweet potato fries!) ps try the sangria if its still avail. if not, try it next summer when its back! yum!!!!
(5)Emily S.
Lucky 13 has been a consistent great time for us. We went there a few times at first, just because the Cantina and the Pope had long table waits. But now, we go there as our primary destination. Their menu is really delicious, interesting and well flavored upscale pub food. My favorite is the deconstructed meatball sandwich. The mac and cheese, and the shoestring fries are also delish. The staff has always been friendly and welcoming, and the crowd warm.
(4)James M.
Holy crap is this place awesome. Beer selection is good but the food and the employees is where the surprise is at. The wings are the best I have ever had...Sauce amazing, wing quality..well above par. The owner is super chill, easy going, and interesting to talk to. I would highly recommend anyone to stop by and hang out for an hour. Im sure you will go back.
(5)Tim O.
My second time here and i liked it even more. I like the copper ceiling. I like how it's small and not too packed. $3 Kenzinger on tap. The men's room is covered with pictures of naked women. The juke box has the Stooges and Beach Boys. A dive-ish vibe but too clean and the lighting too perfect. The bartenders are nice. They'll even go along with the conversation when you think the beginning of 'the Mask' is 'Life Aquatic'. The first time i was there a dj was playing 60s garage rock records.
(5)Hieu P.
Goodly food. Yummo beers. Nice staff. Sweet decor. All goods in my book, what else is there for me to add? I'm looking forward to going back, as it's near the overtly pricey Cantina but delicious enough for me to tide my Mexican food cravings with it's good down home cookin' and list of brews that leave me feeling frisky in no time.
(4)Meghan W.
Great selection of beer, friendly staff, yummy bites and great atmosphere! I am very happy this is around the corner from me...it's a welcome neighborhood addition.
(4)zib k.
I cannot for the life of me understand why people rave about this place. (The somosas and mac & cheese are great, but that is about it.) Sunday at brunch, however, reached a new low. Upon entering, we were seated at a hightop with a bucket on the floor in the middle of the aisle passing our table.. The purpose of the bucket was to catch water dropping from the ceiling. Anyone walking past us had to step over the bucket. We could not be seated anywhere else because we were told we were too large of a party. One of our guests had to be careful not to lean too far back or she would get wet. As we were waiting for our "server" (although that phrase is too kind to describe her), a man came in, caught some of the drops of leaking water on his finger, smelled it, informed us it was not sewage and promptly left. After the reast of our party arrived, a new leak developed and two of the guests had to position themselves so the leak would drop between them. When the server noticed, she looked, shrugged her shoulders, and walked away. I decided to simply rearrange our seating. No employee made any attempt to help us. They simply watched us. I'm sure the arrangement I made violated the fire code, but then I think the bucket in the middle of the aisle violated both the fire and health codes. As for the service, non-existent is the phrase that comes to mind. Our waitress could only handle one task at a time (not one table at a time, but one task -- e.g., she couldn't remember all the drink orders and kept having to go back again and again for things she forget). I have never seen anyone so incompetent. As for the food, well mediocre is the word here. My scrambled eggs were good but cold. The toast was as hard and cold as a stone. Someone's mac & cheese was good, but others hated their meals (the fresh blueberry scone, however, was excellent). Bottom line -- why would anyone ever want to go here.
(1)Peter B.
It's definitiely a hipster-esque gastropub like so many others in philly, but it is low-key, small, comfy, and has good food at decent prices. Whenever I'm on east passyunk I stop in here and POPE. It has a definite punk sensibility which was appealing. They don't go overboard with the beer snob thing like a lot of these places do: you will recognize some beers, and won't others. Oh, and the p0rn-covered men's bathroom is amusing, but I don't know if it's meant to be ironic in a hipster way or just plain pervy-confrontational in a punk way...
(3)Juli M.
Reasonably priced, not filled with hipsters with tude, laid back vibe, great beer selection, eclectic and tasty eats - who could want more?
(4)Jonelle G.
Passyunk is becoming more popular, which means more pretentious, this place is not. Great, ever changing draft selection, for the right price. The food is fantastic Ben, Meg & Blaze always add a little love to the meal. The mac-n-cheese is off the hook, I almost OD'ed on the deconstructed meatball. Feel free to complement or give them feed back, they are real people that like what they do. I love going to a bar and having the bartender suggest beers, I'm picky. They all know their drinks, on top of being very attractive, and Clark's the Man. Best Bar in South Philly.
(5)JEAN S.
Beer selection is varied and very well priced. Everything I have eaten has been very good, but I really like the mac and cheese. Its more of a pasta in a rich white sauce than a traditional mac, but still very good. Also really like the fries. And Clark is so sweet and on top of refilling my beer and looks out for me if scary guys come sit near my while I am alone waiting for friends!
(4)Amie B.
For some reason I'd walked by this place for 3 years assuming it wasn't a real bar. What I though it was, I couldn't say. Anyway, I went in here yesterday for their Lagunitas beer special, and was surprised. It was a perfect, laid back bar. Everyone was super nice and you didn't feel like you had to be dressed up or acting super fancy. It reminded my of my favorite DC spot, the Red Derby.
(4)Christian F.
Maybe I'm showing my age but was here recently and the dj + music was deafening. I mean deafening. Asked the barkeep to turn it down, he obliged, but that didn't do much. Is Lucky 13 turning into a hipster zone? Uh oh, I think so.
(3)Jim T.
Lucky 13 Pub is a great small bar with great food! I have known Clark, the owner/bartender, for many years. he is one of the best serving drinks, knowledgable and great conversationlist. The Atmosphere is great from music, patrons and over all vibe. My food favorites are the Samosas, Deconstructed Meatball and the Mac n Cheese. it's a great bar to hang with some friends, have some food and throwback some beers. Clark got my hooked on Arrogant Bastard Ale....
(5)Andrew K.
I was just in here briefly, but found the place fairly impressive. The beers on tap included that crazy Golden Monkey and a few other hipster friendly beers like Kenzinger and such (takeout available). There's cool posters of Elvis Costello and the Specials and the Clash on the wall, and the jukebox is A+. The menu seemed reasonable and tasty as well. We only ordered the mac and cheese, but it was delicious and it helped ease the previous night's hangover. The bartenders are quite pretty- and if that doesn't suffice for eye candy, a trip to the men's room surely will.
(4)Kathleen T.
wellll....man. i don't know. i kind of want to bump it up to 3-4 stars for the great dj, location, selection, and prices. why only kind of? one of the worst waitress experiences i have ever had, that's why! there were 3 of us, 2 drinking lager, 1 drinking bud. no crazy shots, nothing complicated at all....so why did it take a grillion years to get new drinks every time we ran dry? sure, it might have been because it was so very busy. except it wasn't. there was our table, a 4-top next to us, and the DJ fellas. funnily enough--the DJ fellas never ran outta hooch. LAME!! i'll deffo be back, but i'll just sit at the bar next time, thusly saving myself from annoyance and shite service.
(2)Jason F.
Clark is amazing. Decent beer selection. Solid Bloody Mary's at brunch. Perfect neighborhood bar. South Philly needed this magic. I love unwinding/blacking out here.
(5)Morgan F.
First let me say, I would give the food here 5 stars. It is amazing. The meatballs alone are to die for. This place feels like a bar my father would have tried to drown his sorrows in after a long day at the factory. I've been here 3 times now, and 2 of those 3 times I sorta felt weird. almost like I shouldn't be there. There is usually a pretty varied mix of people in there, from people I know from the neighborhood, couples and then there were the four 50 something year old women dressed like they were ready for a night in Staten Island's best night club so very obviously taking turns to do lines in the ladies restroom. (which was really pleasant for the 6 girls that i was there with who all had to pee at some point and had to wait while everyone's favorite Souf Philly bimbo's took a turn at the nose candy.) Its kinda small, the lighting is weird for a bar and the tables in the back make it feel more like a dinner than a bar. The music is good (if you are into punk, metal, hardcore and some indie) and the artwork in the back is cutesy DIY stuff. I'm not saying i hate this place by any means, I'd just more likely hit up the POPE before sauntering over to Lucky 13. (Well i might go to watch the cougars during mating season, nothing says classy like "Shut up Linda! my daughter's calling me and she thinks we are at Sheila's house")
(3)Shannon Y.
I feel like this is one of those reviews that will be edited in the future, hopefully with more stars added. I say this because I found the bar itself to be very comfortable and welcoming. The dimly lit interior replete with framed photos of rock n roll icons made me feel like I was hanging out in someone's basement, which I adore. In terms of a place to drink that is local, reasonably priced, has a good selection and is comfortable and friendly, Lucky 13 excels. However on my first visit, I had the misfortune of ordering the "deconstructed meatball sandwich." What I received was a healthy portion of rubbery, greasy orbs in a thin, salty broth that was without any zest or seasoning whatsoever served along side three slices of mediocre garlic bread. The bread was okay, but the meatballs and broth were completely inedible. I should note, however, that both of my companions enjoyed their meals, and the mac n cheese I tasted was decent, if lacking in pepper. Having said all that, I recognize that the place is pretty new, and is sure to suffer some off nights and some growing pains as it establishes itself. I will definitely return and try the food again and, baring a successful meal, I would certainly love to belly up to the bar here for a few beers if not to eat dinner. What Lucky 13 has that is missing from many local places is heart. The waitstaff and owner were extremely nice and talkative. That alone is worth a return trip.
(3)Don R.
Some spots on Passyunk remind me of streets in Amsterdam for some reason. And if this place wasn't serving great beers and food, I would think I was about to grab some papers and get to work. Great semi dark interior, tv's for the games, dining area etc..I stopped in and met some friends to finish out a college game late Saturday afternoon and had a great time. Perfect bar before dinner or add to your roster of nights of South Philly boozin..Clark the owner is a good guy and definitely seems to know the business well..Cheers!
(4)Daniel B.
Get the Hot Legs, say high to Clark, and enjoy! Good spot...nice compliment to the budding E. Passyunk bar scene.
(4)Kathleen D.
I came here during PBW's "Craft Beer Day" last weekend. I had previously tried their food at other events a few different times and always enjoyed it, but had never actually made it to the bar. During my visit, they had a DJ playing retro music and the vibe was mellow overall. Really nice. My friend and I were able to grab two seats at the bar. She ordered nachos (they were good). I ordered two beers during my time there and each time I did, the bartender questioned me on my choices. I assume it was because one of the beers was newly-released (Victory's Sour Monkey) and another was a stout and it's hot outside (I like stouts quite a bit and I don't drink by the seasons). She was really hesitant about the Sour Money -- even giving a sample of it first before a full glass. This was nice since I got more of it for the price and that beer is great. I'd consider returning to Lucky 13 in the future for a casual day and to try more food.
(4)Kaela P.
We went here for drinks, to kill an hour before reservations for another restaurant. We walked in and nobody tried to seat us. We asked the bunch of people near the bar (who appeared to work there) where we could sit and one of them reluctantly answered "yeah" when we asked if we could sit in the back. One woman was blocking the entryway to the back room and didn't move to let us pass. And she worked there! We ordered 4 drinks. One was made well - actually tasted like a cocktail. Red wine, tequila, peach nectar and St. Germaine. Two people got the Lucky Lemonade and Kentucky Tea. The drinks were mainly ice and water. I'm not kidding. We couldn't taste the alcohol, we couldn't taste anything. We were so put out by now I asked for the check, paid and left. For $40! I should've fought for a refund or complained but we all wanted to get out of there.
(1)Toki W.
*sigh* I really want to like this place. It's a cool punk rock bar that gravitates more towards metal and the classics. It's cramped, and parts of the kitchen are actually located IN the dining area which can be annoying. The food is just kinda meh. It's not as bad as fast food, but not as good as nearly any bar in the surrounding area. The main problem with the food is that it reads well on the menu, but when you see the plate you can tell that the person preparing has stopped giving a shit. The service, however, SUCKS. It's slow, pissy, grouchy, snarky, rude, inaccurate, etc. Just generally shitty. If you go for a drink and sit at a table, you'll be lucky to get two drinks before happy hour is over. Bar service is probably the better choice if you're just getting drinks. Music is great though. Lots of Danzig, Iron Maiden, and stuff like that.
(2)Mary M.
Just came in for quick drinks before a dinner reservation but really dug the vibe. Bartender was nice and drinks were cheap. Definitely keeping on my radar for the next time on Passyunk.
(3)Mark Z.
This a cool little bar near Passyunk Ave. The place has a very chill vibe and the bartender was very friendly. The beer list has a great selection from the usual suspects to decent craft beer. I always decided to order food, and got the Stuffed Turkey Loaf. It was really good and love the sweet aspect with the BBQ sauce. I really hope to return here some time soon.
(4)Michelle C.
I've only been twice, but I really like Lucky 13. My first visit was several years ago for some drinks. Not sure why it took me so long to return but it was selected as our meeting place for Saturday night's shenanigans and it was just right. The bartender was friendly and fast with slinging our drinks. Several rounds ended up costing far less than I anticipated, a welcome respite in this world of fourteen dollar cocktails in which we live. The music was on point and just loud enough. The TVs were programmed to whatever games were taking place. The bathroom was clean and I especially liked the cool throwback photos adorning the walls (Bridget Bardot - meow!). I've heard the food is surprisingly delicious and I'm looking forward to seeing for myself next time.
(4)Stefano D.
Excellent food... Can't go wrong! Decent well rounded beer list that even includes La Fin Du Monde.
(4)Gina M.
This is my neighborhood spot--great staff, cold drinks, a great jukebox, and the best wings I've had in Philly. The mac n cheese is also highly recommended. And on Mondays you can't beat the dollar tacos!
(5)Jason G.
Great little "hole in the wall" bar. The food was great and they have a nice selection of beer. The service was great and everyone seemed very friendly. The prices for the drinks were also very reasonable.
(4)D h.
Cool place that's in a great neighborhood. Kind of a hipster hangout, but the food is good and drinks are strong. Little details make the place very welcoming, wooden bar top with rounded rail, stamped ceiling, comfy stools, and great service. Bar back is primarily shelves and bottles. A few TVs and props for the un-PC restrooms.
(4)Buck W.
I've heard the food is good. Haven't had any more than fries, yet. Bartenders and waitstaff are attentive. But the jukebox...!!! Worth four stars by itself. I promise I'll eat here soon. :)
(4)Marissa R.
I've been here a couple times, and it's a pretty nice, hipster, neighborhood-appropriate spot. There's usually some PBC draft for about $3 and then a lot of other hoppy or spicy choices on up. I haven't tried the food here yet, but the menu looks pretty good. Whether you're looking for traditional wings, nachos and quesadillas, or "something more" like a veggie loaf, steak sandwich, or fishNchips, it's on their menu. I should really stop by here sometime and try a dinner entree! Not that I really visited it, but the men's restroom is rumored to be lined in pictures of naked women! The women's restroom isn't quite as exciting. If you're in the 'hood and need a beer, try this local little jawn.
(3)Jayna B.
Evidently, WinnyD and I are not cool enough for this place. We are not hipsters. We are not visibly tatted up. And we don't drink microbrews. The waitress made it very clear that we were there to help her get paid but she wasn't going to laugh at our jokes or engage with us in any way other than the bare minimum in terms of service. Granted, we were there to eat, not drink, so perhaps this was our bad. Whoops. However, the food selection was awesome for vegetarians and I had The Ace Of Spades Sandwich (tempeh sauteed with caramelized onions & soy sauce, with lettuce & tomato). WinnyD got the Pretty Chick Sandwich marinated chicken breast, smothered in your choice of wing sauce, with lettuce & tomato. Both were better than good. Due to the atmosphere, we probably won't be returning. Maybe take-out?
(3)Kyle S.
Lucky 13 has some of the best nachos I have ever had. I can't really explain why they are good, but they somehow are. I've been here twice now, and if it wasn't such a far walk from my house, I would be here more often. The food is fairly inexpensive and yummy, the drinks are delicious, and the service is good. If you're in the neighborhood (or if you want some Cincinnati chili), it's a good place to grab a drink and a bite to eat.
(4)Jennifer L.
I'd give this place 3.5 stars rather than 4, but it gets a little extra credit for being so close to my house. This is where my boyfriend and I end up if we're too tired to cook on a weeknight and don't feel like walking three blocks to POPE, or where we spend an hour or two on a Saturday afternoon. I appreciate the vegetarian and vegan stuff on the menu. My favorite sandwich is called the Dick Allen, which consists of chunks of firm tofu (baked, I think?) in goat cheese with cranberry sauce on a long roll. The mac and cheese is pretty good too, but it's so filling and the portion is huge, and so I usually don't get it because I can't bear to imagine how many calories it contains. The beer selection isn't great. There are usually just a handful on tap, and maybe two or three that are a decent ABV, but they have lots more in bottles. I have found the cocktails to be weak. I've fallen for their cocktail specials and I'm usually let down. The music can be awful -- loud hardcore/metal at times. Other times it's not too bad. But when it's super annoying, we have actually gone to sit outside. Oh yeah, there are about four tables on the sidewalk, which can be nice in the warm weather. Despite its reputation as having a hipster crowd, I've found the clientele to be mixed, from neighborhood homeowners like me and my boyfriend, to older folks, to the young and tattooed. It's a pretty chill place, so you'll fit in no matter what.
(4)Joey M.
Divey bar with divey crowd in So Philly Located in area filled with other bars and places to go Stopped here after dinner just for a drink. Good beer selection and prompt service. Would prob try some of the other places in the area before returning to this place.
(3)Randy S.
I'm really into this place. It is as down-to-earth and polite as service and food can get for a neighborhood bar, and the kitchen puts out consistent and delicious food. In particular their "Hey Stud" sandwich is phenomenal! Anybody who is going out for a low-key beer and sandwich should pop in to this place and get some tasty stuff. I cannot stress enough how polite the bartenders and servers are.
(4)John Z.
The food is very good, try the cheese quesadilla. It's sort of hipster, but not too hipster. The version of the city wide is wacky (Jagermeister and Schmidts) , but cheap and drinkable. This is a great place to start your Friday or Saturday night. My only complaint is the music can be too loud and not good at all.
(4)Daniel M.
I stopped here on a birthday crawl, and it didn't disappoint. The beer selection was much better than I expected, and I was quite surprised with the men's restroom. If you're not in to naked women, then I'd suggest you hold it and use the restroom at another bar. The women's restroom was much more classy- not that I used it. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to try any food, but my friends who did said it was pretty good. The only downside was that the bar was small, and it can become quite challenging to make it from one end to the other. It's still a great bar though, and I plan to go back soon.
(4)Patrice H.
I visited Philly a couple of weeks ago and met a friend here for a drink. I was really pleasantly surprised to discover that this pub had excellent food. Like actually really decent soup and salads. If you're lucky enough to stumble on this South Philly gem on a random evening you will be treated to good music. In the evening we were here there was a DJ playing 45's in the front area near the bar. This place is great - simple, good drinks, great service - and excellent old school bartender with tons of class. Oh, and did I mention that the men's bathroom is plastered in old "Playboy" magazine photos? This place is pretty much golden
(4)Jess S.
Great bar food, awesome staff, great Monday and Tuesday specials... It's a bar, so everyone who states bad reviews needs to remember that it's a bleeping bar!
(5)Alicia O.
Lucky 13 looks really divey from the outside, but I was actually quite surprised when I walked inside. It's got a little of a divey feel, but a really great beer and food menu. They have great selection on the beer menu that seems to change every time I've been here. In addition, last time I was in, they had hot cider with rum. Yeah! Onto the food... they have usual bar food options--mac and cheese, nachos, wings, burgers, etc. But also vietnamese wraps? Chili? And if you're a vegetarian or vegan, they seem to have lots of options to accommodate non-meat eaters. They'll make wings with tempeh, add tofu to nachos, and so on. If you're in the neighborhood, it's worth checking out.
(4)Allison B.
I had dinner one night at Lucky 13 and really enjoyed my experience. Our server was super attentive and pleasant and my friends and I all liked our food. I had "The Middle Eastern", a plate of pitas, hummus, feta and other assorted goodies. It's listed under the "Small or Sharing" portion of the menu, but take heed, it's definitely a "sharing." It was a huge platter, but over the course of the meal I worked through most of it because it was so tasty. My friends had the Lucky Burger and the wings. They were both satisfied with their meals. The burger was huge -- come hungry! At any rate, no complaints at all about this place. It was pretty clean and friendly. Pair that with good food, a great beer selection, and reasonable prices, and you'll find that there's no reason not to check this place out.
(4)Sara M.
If you can wait until 11:30AM for your Sunday brunch, this place is a divey gem in South Philly. We were really for brunch a bit earlier, and disappointed to find out that they open so late in the morning, but ended up circling back when we found that every other local brunch joint was slammed... and I'm glad we did! The brunch menu has two sides: semi-traditional breakfast-y dishes on one side, "small plates" on the other. Nothing that came to our table was remotely small, no matter which side of the menu it'd been ordered from - portions were quite generous. My heart was set on getting the Philadelphian (a take on eggs benedict with a soft pretzel and mustard sauce) when I'd spied it on their online menu, but then they told us about the waffle of the day, an "everything waffle." I knew I had to try it! Much like an everything bagel, this savory waffle was filled with poppy seeds and onions and sesame seeds and deliciousness. It was also slathered in a jalapeno cream cheese sauce. Unfortunately, the texture of the waffle was a bit overly dense and crumbly, which made it very heavy. They'd also put two gigantic waffles on my plate, and there was no way I could eat both (especially being so dense). Flavor was great, texture and portion size were off. But as a one-off, I'm glad I tried it. I'd totally try another waffle of the day if they're this creative! My tablemates selected a number of other things - the strawberry cream french toast of the day (I tried it, it was delicious and a much more reasonable portion), garlic herb wings, and bacon (also tried it, very thick cut but still crispy) were all very good. Service was friendly and pretty prompt. I love dive bar brunches!
(4)Mike D.
A great spot for wings and a drink. Although I have not explored too much of the menu, all you need to get are the wings! Seriously, this things are good although very spicy. There is always some good conversation at the bar and the drinks are served quick and cold. A low key spot and usually there is no problem getting a seat.
(4)Amy S.
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(5)Lauren C.
Good beer, good sandwich, good atmosphere- Id go back. The menu is a little expensive for what it actually is, but i was really excited, as a vegetarian, to have options. I went for the tempeh vietnamese wrap. The veggies were sooo fresh and it came with a side of fries that were a mix of sweet potato and regular. It was really good. I also had a few different beers, and the selection was great. With all of the gastro pubs in the city, its not the best or most memorable, but its solid and i appreciate that.
(3)Jamie D.
First off, im on the hunt for the best mac n cheese in philly....this place does not have it. Their mac is penne in a barely-cheesy creamsauce of sorts. Not worth it. Their nachos and guac looked delicious from other patrons though! I got the pretty chick and my dinnermate got the stud. Both were good, but i found my chick with garlic herb to be a bit bland. The stud was delicious, but sparse on the meat. It was cheap though so its all good. Get the fries, not the side salad. The buns are amaaaaazing. I could have just eaten those. All in all it was good, but i def want to try some of their other food!
(3)Amanda C.
After two tries I am just not a fan of Lucky Thirteen. Their beer list is good but on my last visit I tried two different draft beers that I typically like(lancaster cream ale and kenzinger) and they just tasted off. I had a white bean veggie burger here a while ago and mac and cheese, both items were fine, but not super memorable. The crowd is varied and relatively friendly. I would suggest someone come here and decide if they like it on their own.
(2)Meghan C.
Very decent place for Sunday afternoon lounging... Friendly bartender, $3 bloodys and mimosas...I didn't eat but some of our friends did and their brunch looks goooooooood. Not as an extensive beer selection as you can find elsewhere in the city, but if you serve Bell's, I'm instantly a fan.
(4)Allison K.
Stopped in here for a Friday happy hour drink. Seems to be a " locals spot." Where else but South Philly are you going to find two guys at the end of the bar debating what order you should fry things in? (Turns out it's veggies first, then fish, then meat.) Anyway, the bar was pretty empty; I'm told that's an odd occurrence. For us, it was great. Just a laid back week-ending cocktail and the Phils game on the tv screen. My friend asked for something interesting and received a can of Old Chub Scotch Ale. My regular vodka sprite was at least what it should be (and honestly, I can't say that of everywhere). We split an order of crab spring rolls, which were plenty tasty, but set on a giant bed of wasted lettuce. Overall, Lucky 13 seems like it could be a good semi-regular alternative to the POPE once fall/winter weather hits (it's a bit warm otherwise). Lucky 13's a bit on the small-side, but to its credit, the hipster-to-normal person ratio is better. And points for the bartender for not minding that 3 of us sat for an extra hour and nerded out over cameras without really ordering anything else. Guess that's okay when you have toys on the top shelf of the bar instead of liquor.
(3)Kristine D.
Pretty low key bar/restaurant in the heart of East Passyunk. Seems like it gets a lot of regulars, but not a ton of tourists. Small, but very good, beer list. Service has been great each time we have gone. Menu is pretty varied, and they have specials that change frequently. They offer a brunch, so if you can't get into your favorite spot, maybe try them out. If the brunch food is like the dinner food, then it's pretty reliable.
(3)Johnny B.
Did not enjoy myself on Sunday at all. Myself and a friend joined me for a few drinks near closing. I noticed that the bartender started to clean the bathrooms picking trash off the floor and take the trash out of the bathrooms. Then she never washed her hands and proceeded to go back and make drinks for customers. We will never return to the bar ever again.
(2)Aruna A.
Lucky 13 is a good pub - but with the POPE, and SPTR near by, I really don't think I'd seek it out. It's good for a quieter evening, and when it gets crowded - it gets CROWDED fast - as it's not that large of a space. In that case, it isn't easy to navigate with b/c it's pretty small. However, they do have a decent beer selection, a good jukebox, and a really nice staff. It's not good for huge groups - as it's pretty small. I'm a fan of the food here too - generally pretty tasty. Overall, an okay pub - but not quite as spectacular as the other neighborhood pubs around here.
(3)Ted S.
Your basic neighborhood dive bar, but the food really is excellent, and not even "for a bar". Wings specifically are awesome, the best i've had in Philadelphia. Props
(5)Jason Y.
Lucky 13 Pub. It's great. But it's special to people who grew up loving punk, tattoos, sailors, whisky, dive bars, studded belts, Black Flag, the Clash, Horror Movies, and Science Fiction Its like if I kept all the bric-a-brac I always thought was cool, and then started a clubhouse. Some reviews seem to indicate that they don't "get" the bar. If you don't like these things, it's not like you're left out of some inside joke, or excluded, it's just not your thing. It's not like I "get" boom boom dance clubs or meat head bars. They're different animals, and have different merits. So if you come in to Lucky's and think its weird, it aint no thang, you're just not on the same page. But anyway, onto the bar. The food is good. It's filling, and comes out on time. The beer is up my alley and reasonably priced. The clientele is mixed, in a good way. The service is friendly, and if you like pop culture, you're in the right place for a great discussion. And the jukebox is stuffed with awesome punk, alternative, weird stuff to keep it interesting. A good way to describe this place: It would be great for a date. Especially if he or she was wearing a Misfits shirt on her match.com profile picture.
(5)Liz F.
Never will be returning to this hipster hangout. I guess the owner and the hipster don't mind the unclean bar and employee's. Won't ever return to this dive.
(1)Carlo D.
Who dont love this place??? Great prices also
(4)Candace G.
I love this place. It's super low key- with great music,the food is good and the staff is great. Clark, the main bartender is awesome as is Jen and all the servers.Good beer list and specialty cocktails.
(5)Paul C.
I grabbed a few drinks here while waiting for my friends prior to the dinner nearby...it's not a typical bar that I would go to...but I loved the fact that bartender knows each customer by their first name...which made it very cozy...friendly crowd...next time if you are in the area, check it out...
(4)roberta b.
This ain't no upscale jawn, but that's what I like about it. Unlike some other low-key, decent priced drink facilitators you can't smoke inside, which I also like, even though I'm a smoker. The menu is small, the food is fairly consistent and I've never been disappointed. The owner takes his business seriously and the waitresses/bartenders are friendly and efficient.
(4)Ann T.
Lucky 13, I wish I could like you. I ate there twice and both times were a fail. They have a pretty decent beer selection, so it's a good place to go in the neighborhood if you just want to drink some good beers. If you want some good food, then skip it and go somewhere else. We went on a Monday night. There are $1 tacos. You have a choice of tofu or beef. We opted for tofu. It tasted like flour tortillas and water. I didn't think that was possible since it was served with "salsa verde", but somehow it did. If you're in the mood for a flour tortilla and some water, then go ahead and order the tofu tacos. It won't disappoint. Also had the Vietnamese wrap with tempeh. This was much better than the tofu tacos, but I think my socks would taste better than those tacos, so the Vietnamese wraps are a qualified relatively good. The tempeh and veggies were crunchy and tasty, but not much more going on there. There was no hoisin sauce anywhere near that wrap, though the menu stated there would be. Meh. Next, we get to the beer battered catfish and mixed fries. Wow. What a mess. The batter crust was greasy and burned and the catfish was quite fishy. It was probably only about 2 hours from being officially considered rotten. The whatever sauce that it was served with was incredibly salty. Hey, at least the mixed fries were decent. Overall, it was kinda gross. Lastly, the service: meh.
(1)James B.
Wow, it couldn't have been worse. Go in, order a drink and get a side of douche for free! Not again.
(1)Edward M.
I stopped by here with some friends recently. It was a slow night. I liked the ambiance, with the subdued light, clean look, and the classic Schmidt's brewery decor. The service was friendly and prompt. The beer selection is small but eclectic and the beer I tried was fantastic, and my friends seemed happy with their drinks, as well. But (and this is a serious but, since this is a restaurant review and not a bar review) the chicken sandwich I got was only okay. It could have been soooo much better with (1) *any* kind of vegetable (how about a slice of tomato? a little green leaf? Come on, give it some life! Give it some color!) (2) a little less oil of a little better quality (I cook with extra-virgin olive oil at home; why would I welcome the opportunity to pay someone to serve me cheap substitutes? seriously....). I'd come back here for the beers; I might even try another dish.
(3)Beth R.
It sounds like I need to return here and try the food. I came here for drinks last week, and it was nice. A little cramped inside, but they had interesting music playing. When I looked around, I saw it was actually a guy playing records. Very cool. I gave 3 stars because it was AOK, as yelp puts it, but I'm not sure I would trek across town just to go here. Perhaps after I see what the food is all about.
(3)Rob E.
I went there Sunday night and it was a great bar experience. The music was good, the service was great, and I tried out a drink that I've never heard of: whiskey, root, and simple syrup. It was one of the best drinks I've had. A great time.
(5)Bill M.
13 is one of my favorite numbers (I feel that holding bad luck so closely can lead to good luck). So that was the first incentive for me to check out this place when I saw it listed in Philly Weekly. The second incentive was seeing the Sailor Jerry style tattooed women that was it's logo, and reading that they hooked up food like mushroom risotto and mac and cheese. I also liked the idea that it was another place to explore in Passyunk, and that it was more than a little bit punk rock. Just like me. I meant to go sooner, but sometimes I'm a total slacker :( But my punk rock friend from Cleveland was visiting South Philly during the holidays and we needed a good bar to reminisce in. So I figured what could be better? And I found Lucky 13 to be a bar that more people need to know about. As soon as I walked in I was happy to hear Misfits blaring on the jukebox. But it was well rounded enough to offer Devo, Bowie, The Pixies, Weezer, Lou Reed and then some! The beer selection was perfect albeit a little more on the hoppy side of the spectrum, and they even hooked up a city wide special. If the Mushroom risotto didn't have a squash that tasted like sweet potatoes (one of my kryptonites!) it would have been one of the best I've ever had. next time I going to have to keep it simple with the comfort of mac and cheese and chicken wings. So as long as 13 leads to good music, beer, and food than it might just be lucky for all of us. Now I'm going to have to go and rain on Jason's parade.
(5)Emily K.
Look h8rs. I live what is essentially right over Lucky 13. And I love it. Yes, it's dark. Yes, the bartenders can be cold to strangers. Yes, there's not much room. Yes, there are only five beers on tap, of which only one is usually good. But, yes, they'll get to know you, and, yes, lo and behold Clark is an amazing guy. Yes, the menu is honest and the food just damn good. Yeah, they sell and fill growlers. Oh and, yes, it's the kind of place where sometimes when it's 2 am and you're just not ready to go home, the door locks but nothing else changes. Lucky 13 is my corner bar. And I want to keep it that way.
(5)Kristan P.
Shitty experience again. ...only this time I almost smacked a hipster patron who deicded that he was cool enough to ask/demand that my husband and I move to another table so that him and his pretentious party of douchebags could be more comfortable. NOTE to idiots --- if you are going to ask me, *AFTER my meal is served* to move to another location to accomodate YOU and your friends who are merely drinking those shitty craft beers ---you can at least offer me a bribed drink, or something ---besides a condescending attitude. EFF you.
(1)Ally G.
The bar scene was kind of lame... kind of pricey too. There's much better bars in the area that I rather go to. But if Victory beers are your favorite, then Lucky 13 has a really good selection. The music (mostly punk and 90s rock) was good though. Tried the Samosas appetizer. I thought they were way too spicy. My bar mate didn't think so. But the three sauces it came with were very tasty and helped "cool" the Samosas down.
(2)Glenn B.
We really enjoy Lucky 13. From the outside it may look like a dive or tattoo parlor, but the inside is really cool. Neat Schmidt's of phila. Memorabilia & other old school stuff lines the shelves. Head banger music posters line the walls. Excellent Juke box. Always a good selection of craft beers on tap. The most surprising thing about this bar is the menu. The food is awesome, as good as any gastro-pub anywhere. The food selections are diverse Enough to satisfy almost any taste. They have everything from Meatloaf to really good vegan dishes. Check out the Ace Of Spades sandwich, quite possibly the best vegan sandwich in Philly. The staff is also great, Clarke who owns the place and also bartends at times is always a pleasure. My wife and I always make a point to stop in on Saturdays in the late afternoon to see Katharine who bartends Sat afternoons. She too is always a pleasure to visit. A really fun neighborhood pub.
(5)Brendan O.
Located a couple of 'hoods away from my own, I get the distinct feeling each time I come to Lucky 13 that I'm a somewhat-unwanted usurper invading someone else's neighborhood bar. I understand and don't hold a grudge for that, but it's worth pointing out. Seating is tight and not particularly comfortable. The beer selection is decent and adequate. The fried chicken and meatloaf dinners are VERY good. Men will enjoy the "wallpaper" in the men's room, but the women I've gone with to Lucky 13 are a bit pissed about the fact that similar "accommodation" hasn't been grabted to them. Gotta say I agree wit that sentiment: Why not do the same for the ladies, Lucky 13? On odd mix of hipsters and old-schoolers make up the clientele, but hey: that's an accurate reflection of the area. Thesis: A decent enough place with its own particular and authentic vibe, but at the end of the day not special enough to be worth a trip for outsiders.
(3)Adam L.
What else do you need in a bar other than good drinks, good eats, and good people? I love going here. It's the Food Gal and my go-to spot. Watching a Phils game and want to loaf around, imbibe a little while watching the best team of our lifetime? Luck's is the spot. Looking to swill in a bottomless glass on your own without being disturbed? Pull up a chair and talk to Faith or Clark. Or just be anti-social and drink yourself under the table. Late nite with a group of friends? Skip the POPE- go to Lucky's. The back is a great spot for just holing up with a few besties, drinking your fill and being a loud dumbass. Want a bite after work? Lucky's has some damn good food. Love the mac n cheese and deconstructed meatball. The cheese is mild, the penne is delic, and the breadcrumbs crunchy. Also, a fucking AWESOME punkrock jukebox. Definitely in the Top 5. One of my favorite spots in the wonderful City of Brotherly Love.
(5)Diana M.
A neighborhood bar with fun food specials and a great selection of beer on draft.
(4)Brian M.
Currently my favorite place ever for wings. Solid beer list, great bar food. Not great for a crowd.
(5)Lauren D.
Nothing against everyone else's opinion, but REALLY? This place has an average of 4 stars? I really just don't get this place. It's just kind of there, to be perfectly honest. I've been here a handful of times thus far and never really felt a good vibe from it. The bar is on the smaller side, and I'm really not quite sure where this "stellar" beer list is. They have some gems, yes, but half the time they are out of the beer that I ask for and don't have a replacement. The staff is also lacking. Well, that's not really fair actually. I've only had one server there (the skinny, really pretty one) and she's just really not there at all, both in terms of her service and her knowledge of the product. Her manhattans were among the worst I've ever tasted and she was more focused on her male bar customers than me and my then-boyfriend. Not that I deserve all the attention, but I don't think going up to the bar to ask for the bill or a glass of water should be necessary when you are offering table service. I haven't been there since that incident so I have no idea if she's still there or not, but I'd be wary. The food is kind of alright. Everyone raves about their mac and cheese, which I haven't tried because I incorporate enough cheese in basically every meal as it is, but the food that I tasted was bland. The deconstructed meatball sandwich was basically a bowl of meatballs and sauce with a side of cheesy garlic bread. The meatballs were kind of bland so I didn't particularly enjoy it much, mostly because the cheesy garlic bread was the best part and I could've made that home for free. My ex had the tuna sandwich (I think?) and he also wasn't a fan. I really wanted to like this place when it first opened up, but I just can't. I think the only reason I would go back is because they have a Ms. Pac Man table becase really, who doesn't love a good game of Pac Man?
(2)Elisabeth Y.
After nearly a week of being out of commission with the flu, when I could finally get off the couch to do something other than run to Walgreen's for drugs the first place I wanted to go was Lucky 13. They redid their menu maybe a couple months ago- they kept all the good stuff I love (mac and cheese, Ace of Spades, hummus plate) and added some new jawns too. Last night I tried the Stacked Pin-Up (mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and fresh mozz on garlic bread) and LOVED it. The fries were great too! Can't wait to get back and try the crispy tempeh.
(5)Jessica E.
I have mixed emotions. It was the type of place where you're not sure if the food was bad or if you just ordered the wrong thing. Beer list has a good variety. Food was good but not great, which is normally not so bad except there are at least a thousand other gastropubs around with great food and cheaper prices. Beer was good. The crowd is pretty mixed, which is nice. Friendly service. I will probably go here again, order something different, and revisit my thoughts. If you're just drinking, it is definitely a good place to go.
(3)Katherine K.
The first time I came here was on a weekend, so only was able to order from a brunch menu (it's so limiting!). However, I had the deconstructed meatball, which was an interesting take on the classic meatball. They serve it with slices of cheesy bread and then have the meatballs and sauce in a bowl on the side. It got a little messy, but I liked the thought put into it. Went here this week on a Monday night, so I was able to order from the full dinner menu. I went with another sandwich, the Stud, which was beef with peppers, onions. They give you a mixture of sweet potato and regular potato fries on the side (looove sweet potato fries). Perhaps the most exciting part of the meal was being able to dip my fries into the different mayos they offer- the horseradish mayo was delish. I guess it was Metal night, based on a previous poster. They were playing a few out-there tunes, but I didn't really think anything of it. Some metal, some Rush, some sleepy stuff- it was all okay by me.
(4)Lauren T.
I was really in the mood for fries. Really just ready to eat the shit outta some delicious fries. Maybe if I wasn't having such a craving I would have liked their "shoestring style" fries. But they just tasted like potato chips and left me unsatisfied. My mac & cheese was really peppery but alright I guess. Food aside, Lucky 13 was a really sweet bar. Nice beer selection, great jukebox, good service. Small and loud and fun on a Friday night. I'd go back to drink there for sure.
(3)Julie F.
The food at Lucky 13 really was tasty. I wasn't sure what to expect - it's dark, they were playing Guns 'n' Roses which morphed into some speed metal eventually...I don't equate any of that necessarily with good eats. The beer choices were standard and tasty. They were better than standard but we're gettin spoiled now in this city! Had some great familiar local brews that hit the spot. I got the smoked trout sandwich and it was huge and fresh tasting. Reminded me of whitefish a lot and I was a big fan of the potato salad which wasn't that gross mayonnaisey nonsense but full of pep and flavor and ...yum. My friend got something involving catfish which looked really impressive - it even had little crafish on top. Who knew? I guess my only real complaint was the music. Luckly it changed when some kind dudes took over the jukebox. I didn't expect them to be playing the soundtrack to Les Mis or Celine Dion or anything but, loud thrashing hardcore speed metal whatever the hell it was isn't conducive to eating this lovely food and enjoying brews. It makes you want to throw your barstool at someone's head. I sensed the staff dug it but you gotta think of your clientele too, friends. Service was nice, not awesome, but friendly and fine. I'll be back but I'll make sure to take control of the jukebox immediately.
(3)Matt P.
This bar is my second home. When I first started coming here I had a few problems with service, I once waited 20 minutes to be asked if I wanted a drink. Really? (Not while Clark was working mind you...) But after giving it a few more tries I really fell in love with the place. It's small but comfortable, the jukebox has some of my top ten favorite albums, the prices are probably some of the best in the city, Clark is one of my favorite bartenders and don't even get me started on the food. The wings are next-level delicious. The mac and cheese is probably the best i've ever had. Hand-pumped yards esa. Enough said. I'll take this place over the cantina or pope anyday.
(4)Ellen O.
Do you like all of the following: 1. Nachos? 2. Misfits sing-a-longs? 3. Friendly waitresses who tolerate drunken mayhem? 4. Losing all track of time & space and stumbling out of a bar at 2am? If you answered a hearty "YES!" to all of these questions, then Lucky 13 is the bar for you! Oh, Lucky 13, where would I and my merry band of weekend warriors be without you? We certainly wouldn't be filling our bellies with delicious homemade nachos, stacked to the heavens with cheese and toppings, soaking up the strong gin n' tonics, the shots of Wild Turkey, and the sea of Miller Lite that was created in our bellies and served by a waitstaff that not only tolerates our drunken antics, but also laughs at and occasionally participates in them. We wouldn't wake up with sore throats from punk rock sing-a-longs to The Misfits "Last Caress," which seems to be the siren song of Lucky 13, played each and every time my merry band of weekend warriors and I have graced a high-top table with our presence. We wouldn't mysteriously time-travel four hours, looking at each other with faces of drunken disappointment when the bartender announces "LAST CALL!", proclaiming with slurred speech, "But we just got here!" I've got somethin' to say! I wanna drink at Lucky 13 today!
(5)Ben S.
This place is great. I used to go a lot, and I need to start going back again. The last few times I had the urge to go, it was a Monday, which is metal night. I'd really rather go when it's not metal night. Maybe I should give metal night a chance, but I'd rather it just be Monday night. This is great weeknight night bar to go to with a bunch of friends and occupy a corner of the bar and hang out for a few hours. The deconstructed meatball sandwich is really good. And Clark rules. He'll probably do a shot of Jaegermeister with you, if you ask.
(5)Kathy D.
I went there when it first opened on one of the coldest nights this past winter. They pride themselves on a stellar beer selection and a cool, dark vibe. Jukebox went all night long with everything from the Buzzcocks to the late great Michael Jackson. I was with a large group of people out for someone's birthday and wanted to order some snacks for the table. When I tried to order fries, I was surprised to hear that they didn't have a fryer. We ordered a shrimp dish, which was excellent, but fries would have been perfect. Hoping they have added that since. Perfect addition to Passyunk Ave
(3)Valerie B.
It does look divey from the outside, but the food is pretty good. The buffalo wings are delicious but very hot (spicy). Might try a different flavor next time. The mac n cheese was really good as well, had yummy chunks of bacon mixed in with the pasta. I took a bite of my friend's quesadilla, which as pretty good - nothing fancy just the usual ingredients. We sat at the bar and the bartender was pretty cool. Refilled our water and got us another round of beer when we were low. This spot might be my neighborhood spot - great food and location!
(4)Mikey I.
As of tonight, Lucky 13 is definitely one of my new favorite places. My first experience at this place was walking with a few friends in the hopes of grabbing some drinks. Didn't happen, we walked out. This isn't entirely the kind of place you'd make a stop on a night of bar-hopping. Maybe, but I don't see it being entirely feasible. Instead, it's definitely a spot to go for an absolutely fantastic dinner. Can't say the menu is extensive but what's on there is purely genius. From chicken curry and samosas to Mexican wild shrimp and the "deconstructed meatball." All I've tried thus far has been simply delicious- had the risotto du jour tonight which consisted of risotto with peppers, onions and sausage. The beer menu is also good. I'm honestly just impressed with any bar that will not have your typical Coors, Bud and Miller on tap. That's just instantaneous points in my book. The space is pretty tiny. Did notice a post-it behind the bar however, that surely indicates they'll take a reservation for an astonishingly large group of up to 13. Though, I'm sure that's probably for special cases. Furnishings and interior are modern and simple. The bar looks quite a bit older though. It for some reason has this stigma of being a "Steelers" bar amongst some of my friends. However, I wouldn't even come close to considering this place a sports bar. There are two TVs by the front bar though. Other notes: their mac 'n cheese is gouda and locatelli cheeses with herbed bread crumbs atop ziti. Can't wait to go and try their brunch as well.
(5)stevee b.
Finally had a chance to eat here this past weekend and really liked the food. Had been here in past, but since it is not my hood had only had beers during special bike rides. GF had the catfish and chips, very tasty, better than most bar food. I had the deconstructed meatball sandwich, was awesome dish. simple, but very tasty, very souf philly-- and very good at soaking up the numerous Walt Wits I had just consumed at the SPTR Wheaties festival. Got me sober for the drive up passyunk back to fishtown and saved some south st douche bags from certain death under my wheels. I will definitely hit this place again and make sure to eat rather than just drink--although the nice prices on Kenzis and other beers on their good list make it good for drinking too... bartender was also a cool dude
(4)Donnie V.
Brilliant! F-ing Brilliant. Cool, comfortable, with lots of character and "characters". The wings are reason enough to stop hanging with the snobs and start hanging with the cool kids.
(5)Vincent F.
I've been here a lot and overall I like the bar a lot. The owner (Clark) is very nice and accommodating and the drinks are fairly priced. I've also eaten here a bunch and the food is quite good I wanted to write since I tried brunch there recently and was really impressed with the French toast. The bacon I ordered was cooked just the way I like it (crisp) and the service was wonderful (well, to be fair, I was one of the few people there on that Saturday morning). Oh.. and of course I looved the mens room!
(4)Sandrine F.
Nice addition to the South Philly pub scene. Good luck finding it if you're not used to the area... The atmosphere is cool although a bit cramped at the bar. Head for the tables in the back if you have a group. The food is amazing. At first, I doubted the many cuisine influences on the menu (Mexican, French, Italian, American, etc.); but I was sold after my first plate of merguez sausage & peppers style. Merguez is one of my favorite foods: moroccan lamb sausage (I suspect they may make it themselves). But italian style with onions, peppers and gravy? Well it's delicious !!! I had it again since ;) I hope to hang at Lucky 13 more and try more of the international dishes soon.
(4)Nazim K.
Top of the line everyday bar. Drinks are pretty cheap. The music is fantastic, but the bar is rarely loud. Bizzarre movies are often quietly playing on the two unobtrusive TVs. The menu has items that are both creative and comfort-oriented (I highly recommend the deconstructud meatball sandwich). Although it's a small place, we packed a group of about 20 in there on a Saturday, and everyone was happy. I have been here a dozen or more times, and never had any mishaps.
(5)Rob S.
Small, narrow bar. I liked the atmosphere. Which was kind of weird because they were playing some hardcore music on the jukebox. Somehow, it kind of worked. Clientele was super eclectic which was fun. A few good beers on draft. The bartender didn't seem to know what she was doing... she kept mixing up our order, and it was a fairly slow Tuesday night. Oh well. Playboy centerfolds in the mens' room which is always a bit of a laugh. Seems like an OK bar that I'd probably go back to. Probably 3 1/2 stars.
(3)Bizz M.
I've been there a couple times over the last month and I love this spot. The bartender Clark can make a drink and make you smile. The food is top notch. I recommend the deconstructed meatballs and the mac and cheese. a little tight but its South Philly. What do you expect? A+ for the mens room decor.
(5)Jaclyn K.
love this place. the bartenders are always lovely, and the food is great! (love the mix of regular fries and sweet potato fries!) ps try the sangria if its still avail. if not, try it next summer when its back! yum!!!!
(5)Emily S.
Lucky 13 has been a consistent great time for us. We went there a few times at first, just because the Cantina and the Pope had long table waits. But now, we go there as our primary destination. Their menu is really delicious, interesting and well flavored upscale pub food. My favorite is the deconstructed meatball sandwich. The mac and cheese, and the shoestring fries are also delish. The staff has always been friendly and welcoming, and the crowd warm.
(4)James M.
Holy crap is this place awesome. Beer selection is good but the food and the employees is where the surprise is at. The wings are the best I have ever had...Sauce amazing, wing quality..well above par. The owner is super chill, easy going, and interesting to talk to. I would highly recommend anyone to stop by and hang out for an hour. Im sure you will go back.
(5)Poliana I.
Sitting in the back "dining area" is a real drag due to the loud video games, but the food is decent & the drinks are inexpensive. It's walking distance to my house, so that's the biggest draw.
(3)Amanda D.
I dig Lucky 13, thanks to Jackie G. and Jason F. Clark is their friend and now he is mine too. He is a great bartender. Also, Victoria is a great bartender too. The food at Lucky 13 is also great. Because I'm trying to become anorexic these days, I had to split a salad with my friend, but it was really really good. That salad was the "Lucky 13" salad, and what a salad it is. Anyway, we watched most of the World Series here, and sadly, Clark is a Yankees fan. At least he wasn't a d*&k about it.
(4)Tim O.
My second time here and i liked it even more. I like the copper ceiling. I like how it's small and not too packed. $3 Kenzinger on tap. The men's room is covered with pictures of naked women. The juke box has the Stooges and Beach Boys. A dive-ish vibe but too clean and the lighting too perfect. The bartenders are nice. They'll even go along with the conversation when you think the beginning of 'the Mask' is 'Life Aquatic'. The first time i was there a dj was playing 60s garage rock records.
(5)Hieu P.
Goodly food. Yummo beers. Nice staff. Sweet decor. All goods in my book, what else is there for me to add? I'm looking forward to going back, as it's near the overtly pricey Cantina but delicious enough for me to tide my Mexican food cravings with it's good down home cookin' and list of brews that leave me feeling frisky in no time.
(4)Meghan W.
Great selection of beer, friendly staff, yummy bites and great atmosphere! I am very happy this is around the corner from me...it's a welcome neighborhood addition.
(4)JEAN S.
Beer selection is varied and very well priced. Everything I have eaten has been very good, but I really like the mac and cheese. Its more of a pasta in a rich white sauce than a traditional mac, but still very good. Also really like the fries. And Clark is so sweet and on top of refilling my beer and looks out for me if scary guys come sit near my while I am alone waiting for friends!
(4)Amie B.
For some reason I'd walked by this place for 3 years assuming it wasn't a real bar. What I though it was, I couldn't say. Anyway, I went in here yesterday for their Lagunitas beer special, and was surprised. It was a perfect, laid back bar. Everyone was super nice and you didn't feel like you had to be dressed up or acting super fancy. It reminded my of my favorite DC spot, the Red Derby.
(4)Christian F.
Maybe I'm showing my age but was here recently and the dj + music was deafening. I mean deafening. Asked the barkeep to turn it down, he obliged, but that didn't do much. Is Lucky 13 turning into a hipster zone? Uh oh, I think so.
(3)zib k.
I cannot for the life of me understand why people rave about this place. (The somosas and mac & cheese are great, but that is about it.) Sunday at brunch, however, reached a new low. Upon entering, we were seated at a hightop with a bucket on the floor in the middle of the aisle passing our table.. The purpose of the bucket was to catch water dropping from the ceiling. Anyone walking past us had to step over the bucket. We could not be seated anywhere else because we were told we were too large of a party. One of our guests had to be careful not to lean too far back or she would get wet. As we were waiting for our "server" (although that phrase is too kind to describe her), a man came in, caught some of the drops of leaking water on his finger, smelled it, informed us it was not sewage and promptly left. After the reast of our party arrived, a new leak developed and two of the guests had to position themselves so the leak would drop between them. When the server noticed, she looked, shrugged her shoulders, and walked away. I decided to simply rearrange our seating. No employee made any attempt to help us. They simply watched us. I'm sure the arrangement I made violated the fire code, but then I think the bucket in the middle of the aisle violated both the fire and health codes. As for the service, non-existent is the phrase that comes to mind. Our waitress could only handle one task at a time (not one table at a time, but one task -- e.g., she couldn't remember all the drink orders and kept having to go back again and again for things she forget). I have never seen anyone so incompetent. As for the food, well mediocre is the word here. My scrambled eggs were good but cold. The toast was as hard and cold as a stone. Someone's mac & cheese was good, but others hated their meals (the fresh blueberry scone, however, was excellent). Bottom line -- why would anyone ever want to go here.
(1)Peter B.
It's definitiely a hipster-esque gastropub like so many others in philly, but it is low-key, small, comfy, and has good food at decent prices. Whenever I'm on east passyunk I stop in here and POPE. It has a definite punk sensibility which was appealing. They don't go overboard with the beer snob thing like a lot of these places do: you will recognize some beers, and won't others. Oh, and the p0rn-covered men's bathroom is amusing, but I don't know if it's meant to be ironic in a hipster way or just plain pervy-confrontational in a punk way...
(3)Juli M.
Reasonably priced, not filled with hipsters with tude, laid back vibe, great beer selection, eclectic and tasty eats - who could want more?
(4)Jonelle G.
Passyunk is becoming more popular, which means more pretentious, this place is not. Great, ever changing draft selection, for the right price. The food is fantastic Ben, Meg & Blaze always add a little love to the meal. The mac-n-cheese is off the hook, I almost OD'ed on the deconstructed meatball. Feel free to complement or give them feed back, they are real people that like what they do. I love going to a bar and having the bartender suggest beers, I'm picky. They all know their drinks, on top of being very attractive, and Clark's the Man. Best Bar in South Philly.
(5)Jim T.
Lucky 13 Pub is a great small bar with great food! I have known Clark, the owner/bartender, for many years. he is one of the best serving drinks, knowledgable and great conversationlist. The Atmosphere is great from music, patrons and over all vibe. My food favorites are the Samosas, Deconstructed Meatball and the Mac n Cheese. it's a great bar to hang with some friends, have some food and throwback some beers. Clark got my hooked on Arrogant Bastard Ale....
(5)Andrew K.
I was just in here briefly, but found the place fairly impressive. The beers on tap included that crazy Golden Monkey and a few other hipster friendly beers like Kenzinger and such (takeout available). There's cool posters of Elvis Costello and the Specials and the Clash on the wall, and the jukebox is A+. The menu seemed reasonable and tasty as well. We only ordered the mac and cheese, but it was delicious and it helped ease the previous night's hangover. The bartenders are quite pretty- and if that doesn't suffice for eye candy, a trip to the men's room surely will.
(4)Kathleen T.
wellll....man. i don't know. i kind of want to bump it up to 3-4 stars for the great dj, location, selection, and prices. why only kind of? one of the worst waitress experiences i have ever had, that's why! there were 3 of us, 2 drinking lager, 1 drinking bud. no crazy shots, nothing complicated at all....so why did it take a grillion years to get new drinks every time we ran dry? sure, it might have been because it was so very busy. except it wasn't. there was our table, a 4-top next to us, and the DJ fellas. funnily enough--the DJ fellas never ran outta hooch. LAME!! i'll deffo be back, but i'll just sit at the bar next time, thusly saving myself from annoyance and shite service.
(2)Jason F.
Clark is amazing. Decent beer selection. Solid Bloody Mary's at brunch. Perfect neighborhood bar. South Philly needed this magic. I love unwinding/blacking out here.
(5)Morgan F.
First let me say, I would give the food here 5 stars. It is amazing. The meatballs alone are to die for. This place feels like a bar my father would have tried to drown his sorrows in after a long day at the factory. I've been here 3 times now, and 2 of those 3 times I sorta felt weird. almost like I shouldn't be there. There is usually a pretty varied mix of people in there, from people I know from the neighborhood, couples and then there were the four 50 something year old women dressed like they were ready for a night in Staten Island's best night club so very obviously taking turns to do lines in the ladies restroom. (which was really pleasant for the 6 girls that i was there with who all had to pee at some point and had to wait while everyone's favorite Souf Philly bimbo's took a turn at the nose candy.) Its kinda small, the lighting is weird for a bar and the tables in the back make it feel more like a dinner than a bar. The music is good (if you are into punk, metal, hardcore and some indie) and the artwork in the back is cutesy DIY stuff. I'm not saying i hate this place by any means, I'd just more likely hit up the POPE before sauntering over to Lucky 13. (Well i might go to watch the cougars during mating season, nothing says classy like "Shut up Linda! my daughter's calling me and she thinks we are at Sheila's house")
(3)Shannon Y.
I feel like this is one of those reviews that will be edited in the future, hopefully with more stars added. I say this because I found the bar itself to be very comfortable and welcoming. The dimly lit interior replete with framed photos of rock n roll icons made me feel like I was hanging out in someone's basement, which I adore. In terms of a place to drink that is local, reasonably priced, has a good selection and is comfortable and friendly, Lucky 13 excels. However on my first visit, I had the misfortune of ordering the "deconstructed meatball sandwich." What I received was a healthy portion of rubbery, greasy orbs in a thin, salty broth that was without any zest or seasoning whatsoever served along side three slices of mediocre garlic bread. The bread was okay, but the meatballs and broth were completely inedible. I should note, however, that both of my companions enjoyed their meals, and the mac n cheese I tasted was decent, if lacking in pepper. Having said all that, I recognize that the place is pretty new, and is sure to suffer some off nights and some growing pains as it establishes itself. I will definitely return and try the food again and, baring a successful meal, I would certainly love to belly up to the bar here for a few beers if not to eat dinner. What Lucky 13 has that is missing from many local places is heart. The waitstaff and owner were extremely nice and talkative. That alone is worth a return trip.
(3)Don R.
Some spots on Passyunk remind me of streets in Amsterdam for some reason. And if this place wasn't serving great beers and food, I would think I was about to grab some papers and get to work. Great semi dark interior, tv's for the games, dining area etc..I stopped in and met some friends to finish out a college game late Saturday afternoon and had a great time. Perfect bar before dinner or add to your roster of nights of South Philly boozin..Clark the owner is a good guy and definitely seems to know the business well..Cheers!
(4)Daniel B.
Get the Hot Legs, say high to Clark, and enjoy! Good spot...nice compliment to the budding E. Passyunk bar scene.
(4)Timothy D.
Interior of the dining room feels like a high-school punk rockers basement lair. But Lucky 13 is a friendly bar for a beer or snacks though we've found the food to be only so-so. Their quesadilla is boring and tastes like Rattatoullie. But this is a good neighbor hood bar with a mixed crowd. We'll be back for beers, but not for dinner.
(3)J B.
I like this place for what it is - an unpretentious hole in the wall. I like it best when there aren't too many people there. It has a comfortable vibe, good music, a nicely mixed crowd of young and old, sane and nutty. Its a comfortable bar, and I like the booths. The bartenders have been really nice when it was mellow, though they've been not so hot when forced to do double duty as servers when it gets too busy. The food is inconsistent - sometimes very satisfying, sometimes bleh.
(3)Michele R.
Love it. Great bar, great bartender, great food. And your bartender pridefully owns it after 20 plus years slavin' for the man. Great music, not too loud, but very cool.
(5)erin f.
The food is great. The beer selection is reasonable. The jukebox is awesome. Clark is a good guy. For the love of god I hate seeing a good bar being ruined by hipsters. Oh hipsters, go away. Isn't that why the POPE exists?
(4)Steve C.
Super vegetarian friendly. Super wallet friendly. Service is consistent(same people still working there). Great food for a little pub. Total hidden gem.
(4)eric s.
Get some great draft beer and wash it down with some spicey wings and a rich dish of stellar mac n' cheese. A comfortable and homey altnernative to the more sceney places in the hood.
(4)Timothy D.
Interior of the dining room feels like a high-school punk rockers basement lair. But Lucky 13 is a friendly bar for a beer or snacks though we've found the food to be only so-so. Their quesadilla is boring and tastes like Rattatoullie. But this is a good neighbor hood bar with a mixed crowd. We'll be back for beers, but not for dinner.
(3)J B.
I like this place for what it is - an unpretentious hole in the wall. I like it best when there aren't too many people there. It has a comfortable vibe, good music, a nicely mixed crowd of young and old, sane and nutty. Its a comfortable bar, and I like the booths. The bartenders have been really nice when it was mellow, though they've been not so hot when forced to do double duty as servers when it gets too busy. The food is inconsistent - sometimes very satisfying, sometimes bleh.
(3)Michele R.
Love it. Great bar, great bartender, great food. And your bartender pridefully owns it after 20 plus years slavin' for the man. Great music, not too loud, but very cool.
(5)erin f.
The food is great. The beer selection is reasonable. The jukebox is awesome. Clark is a good guy. For the love of god I hate seeing a good bar being ruined by hipsters. Oh hipsters, go away. Isn't that why the POPE exists?
(4)Steve C.
Super vegetarian friendly. Super wallet friendly. Service is consistent(same people still working there). Great food for a little pub. Total hidden gem.
(4)eric s.
Get some great draft beer and wash it down with some spicey wings and a rich dish of stellar mac n' cheese. A comfortable and homey altnernative to the more sceney places in the hood.
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