So I've heard rumors about the Original "Schmidter"for years and today was finally the day I got to eat one. All I can say is "WOW!" This sandwich and this bar more than lived up to its reputation. I must mention that the service was great as well. A few buddies and I sat at the bar and enjoyed our casual conversation with the bartender.
(5)
Abigail W.
Right before I was leaving to move back to the East coast, a friend in SF told me about this place. She said that I had to try The Schmitter. It only took me 2-1/2 years, but I finally got to try one :) First off, you just have to love the area. Super cute shops, delicious restaurants, easy parking and this awesome local bar. As we walked in you kind of felt at home and comfortable. Pretty small bar, with a couple of tables, and not a ton of sunlight coming in. Everyone in there seemed to know everyone else. We were the two out-of-towners, but they were friendly enough. Great beer selection. Easy menu with not a whole lot of fuss. The Schmitter was well worth the wait. It was huge and drippy with delicious sauce, mouth watering grilled meats & onions..it seriously was just a fantastic sando.
(4)
Shirlana D.
This neighborhood tavern packs a powerful punch! After my bf had been telling me about the Shcmitter sandwich we went here and were thoroughly pleased. The Schmitter is a different take to the Philly cheese steak. The meat was juicy and full of flavor. The sandwich had sliced steak, salami, onions, cheese and special sauce (reminded me of Russian dressing) on a kaiser roll. Service was great and staff was accommodating. You could tell that this place is frequented by locals and regulars for the wait staff knew many patrons by name. If you want to try a different version of the cheese steak then you MUST try the Schmitter.. I was so full after eating this sandwich, I thought I would have to get rolled out of the place :).
(4)
John L.
Wow...what a lunch!!! Hands down one of my favorite all time sandwiches. Only regret is not getting double meat...even thought it wasn't necessary. The soups are all homemade, as is the cake. I had the potato leak soup (yum!) and chocolate cake which I will eat for dinner lately. Marie was an excellent hostess and bartendress! Thank you for a great all around experience. Ok. Going to take a nap now. Night night.
(5)
John V.
There being no place like this place near this place, this must be the place! No other place like it on earth! Only the best!
(5)
Nick G.
I had my schmitter baptism the other day, and I'm now a true believer! Praise the Lord! If you are a sandwich person (you know the type that always want to talk about new and crazy sandwich ideas), then you must try the schmitter while you're in Philly. It's like a weird but strangely satisfying marriage of a cheesesteak, hoagie, and a Reuben. Don't ask me how it works, but it does! I felt like the sandwich size was just right too. Big enough to fill up a hungry gentleman like myself, but not so huge that it was a struggle to eat or induced a food coma. That said, they have a double-sized version of it that I'm confident I could take down if in the right state of debauchery. Ambience and service were pretty great. It's a small, no-frills Irish bar on the interior and easy to miss on the outside of you aren't looking for it. I may eventually up my rating to a five, but first I have to return and try some of the other menu items. Looking forward to ordering the homemade soup and diving into the craft beer rotation in the future!
(4)
Ray M.
Very nice experience. Nice, warm and comfortable setting. Family operated feel. Food is delicious. Almost like you're over your best friends house. I had the "Dickens" it was a traditional Thanksgiving dinner within a sandwich. Absolutely yummy! I also recommend the Caesar salad with grilled chicken. They put a lot of very good quality chicken breast on it. Enough for two! Overall a great dinning experience will come back again.
(4)
Larry M.
McNally's is a gem that is not so hidden anymore. Tucked away in Chestnut Hill, a family run business that has become famous for "The Schmitter." My favorite sandwich is "The Dickens," which is Thanksgiving dinner in a roll. I get extra Cranberry sauce to make it perfect! Everything is Homemade. The soups and deserts are excellent. If you are making your way on Germantown avenue through Chestnut Hill, it is worth the time to stop in.
(5)
Kelly G.
THE SCHMITTY. Although the portions seem small, the flavor is BIG. My only complaint was that there was too much secret sauce, but otherwise, delicious. Especially with the slaw side. Strong drinks too. Had an Irish coffee to warm up from the cold walk in and was definitely feeling good by the time we sat down. Small space, but we were able to get a corner table in the back and have relatively good privacy and even good service. Takes card. Parking is kind of hard to find in the area, but the neighborhood is cute!
(4)
Ade B.
Neighborhood bar that is home to the Schmitter Sandwhich, which is awesome. Good drinks as well, but the Schmitter is the star along with variations on the Schmitter like the Tobias. Coming here reminds me of the show Cheers because it seems everyone knows each other at McNallys. Now the regular cheesesteak being served on a kaiser roll is what keeps this place from being 5 stars. You just can't do something like that here in Philly!
(4)
Danita R.
I've had the Schmitter and it was flat-out awesome. McNally's is one of those cozy, welcoming nooks you luck up and find and then you discover that it's a neighborhood gem that the locals are kind enough to let you in on. Service is always pleasant. I'm giving 3 stars because I didn't order another Schmitter; I ordered an Italian hoagie and in the bygone words of Idols of old, "It was just aight for me dawg." Sure I got $11 worth of deli meat and a gargantuan roll but in the words of Hathaway & Flack, "Where is the love?" The meats had no flavor apart from the overpowering pepperoni, which tasted a lot like the vacuum-sealed pepperoni from one of those holiday gift baskets that you don't open til, say, three months after Christmas. Like. A whole lot. A-bleck. The oil and vinegar plus mayo I usually get on hoagies marry each other, melding together to bless all the sammich's other accoutrements in semi-sloppy, juicy succulent bliss. This OVMayo came together like those estranged parents of Lady Rose on Downton Abbey. They barely tolerated each other and left all the Italian meats, wan provolone cheese, onions, lettuce and tomato feeling awkward and standoff-ish. The behemoth roll left everything open faced, more like a grinder that I did not order. 3 stars because I feel this particular hoagie is a step-child on an otherwise beloved, tasty menu.
(3)
Leslie W.
Good beer selection, high prices. Didn't get to try the food but the service wasn't very good at the bar. Overall nice Tavern feel but I'd pick somewhere else next time as there's lots of options in Mt. Airy.
(3)
Mike D.
McNally's was my go to every Monday night for a long time. The atmosphere is great, bartenders friendly, and food delicious. The Schmitter (get it on a long roll with pickles) and homemade carrot cake are must-haves. The George Bernard Shaw is a hidden menu gem for veggie lovers. If you're in Chestnut Hill, make McNally's your stop.
(5)
Joseph D.
Had the Schmitter as usual. Great! Always friendly staff and service. My mother had a burger and coconut cake. She was speechless. If you haven't been, you must go. I go every Christmas Eve. It's fun. Great rotating beer selections and the soups are always excellent. I'm thinking of getting a Schmitter tattoo.
(5)
T Y.
This is one of my favorite philly cheesesteak sandwich place! Highly recommended! The style is different from many other grab-and-go spots. I loved the cheese steak sandwich (ordered it on a kaiser roll-the long roll was an option as well but I wanted something different). It was made individually to order and the beef was sliced and chopped on the grill. The bread was nicely toasted and the texture of the bread was just right. The cheese was melted on the grill with the beef using a dome. I ordered it with fried onions and it was more like caramelized than fried onions--but I loved the flavor of it! Overall, there was a balance between the onion, beef and cheese. Each component was present, complementing each other yet not over-powering. Great and friendly service was a plus to McNally's!
(5)
Capt K.
We were warmly greeted when we sat at the bar. Of course, we ordered the famous Schmitter sandwich and it was delicious. The locally baked buns and freshly sliced steak.. Yum. We washed down the tasty sandwich with some beers. The place truly feels like a neighborhood bar and want to hang out there any night.
(5)
Brian F.
So, I've seen all the reviews of McNally's Schmitter sandwich and kept asking myself "Beef. Salami. Cheese. Tomato. Onion. Sauce. How could can it be"? Two words -- the best!. Yeah, it's a small place, kind of divey , and dated, but in a good way. Limited menu, but with great daily soups and specials (delicious split pea with ham soup and an authentic- looking lobster roll the night I was there). But if it's your first time, get the Schmitter and a cold draft ( did I mention the awesome draft list?). You will not be disappointed.
(5)
Jay G.
McNally's Tavern is a small bar located at the top of Chestnut Hill with great food and a good draft beer selection. There is parking available on the street, but I am not a fan of leaving my car on the street so other people can play bumper cars with it. If you go around behind McNally's Tavern on Rex Avenue and turn onto Hilltop Road, there is a Philadelphia run parking lot on the left where you pay the machine by the little hut in the parking lot and stick the paper in your windshield so you don't get a ticket. I decided to come here with my girlfriend on the drive home from town as I was looking to have a Schmitter for a while now. The last time I was here was years ago and my girlfriend didn't even know the place existed anyway, so that had to change. The other thing I noticed is that we couldn't visibly see where McNally's Tavern was when we first drove by on Germantown Avenue, so at first I was confused if it was still even open, but finally we found it after parking and walking by the door. We arrived in the mid-afternoon hours, so the bar was pretty empty with only a few other people there. We decided to sit at the bar over the tables for obvious reasons. The bartender was very friendly and I decided to have a Golden Monkey on tap while my girlfriend had a Stella Artois. The Golden Monkey on tap was very good and my girlfriend enjoyed her Stella. After waiting for my girlfriend to debate what she wanted on the menu, we both ended up getting Schmitters. I ordered the cole slaw and she got the chips, this way we could have both. The Schmitters were piping hot upon arrival at the bar, fresh off of the grill that you could visibly see right from the bar or tables. Once they cooled a tiny bit to our acceptabilities of heat, we chowed down on them as they were as delicious as we expected with the smell and taste that resembles a cheesesteak but with a complete different turnoff by the special sauce and other toppings. This sandwich is definitely a Philadelphia icon for a reason and should remain on the top list of foods to try while in Philadelphia. Overall, McNally's Tavern provided a great experience for my girlfriend and I. We will definitely be back after reviewing a handful of other places in the area that we haven't reviewed or tried yet.
(4)
Bee D.
We were staying in the Philadelphia area and driving around aimlessly. Somehow we got detoured away from the neighborhood we were staying in (Chestnut Hill) and needed to get back. We also needed lunch. Onstar needed an address. Randomly I choose McNally's from a brochure I was given at our accommodations. 57 soups, famous sandwich? I'm in. Onstar gave us directions and off we went. I will say even with address in hand this place is easy to miss. We walked past it several times before realizing it was a restaurant. The outside is very misleading. Once inside, the space is cramped but warm in a Cheers kind of way. We found the staff to be friendly and service very fast efficient. On the downside the space is really small and you're almost on top of your neighbors. I also thought it was cold in there and the bathroom hard to get to. I would not recommend for larger folks, handicapped persons, or family with kids, strollers, and gear. Our course we had to order soup (only 2 selections were available that day) a chicken corn chowder, which wasn't made as traditional as expected but was delicious. It was filled with huge chunks of melt in your mouth chicken in a thinner full flavored milky broth with potatoes, celery, and a small amount of corn. Clearly the chicken was the star of the show and the corn took a backseat. Next we order the Schmitter - the famous sandwich - piled a mile high with thin slices of juicy beef, fried onions, cheese, tomatoes, fried hard salami and smothered in a "secret sauce" (a thousand island dressing type sauce). Delicious! So good in fact that the Mr insists I try to make them at home. For $10 it was a meal in itself and chips were served on the side. I had to force myself to eat it all. This is a sandwich that could easily be shared due to the enormous size, but be sure to ask for extra napkins - this thing is messy! If it wasn't for that random brochure and the need to give Onstar an address we would have totally missed this place, but we're so glad we didn't!
(4)
Marissa N.
Holy Schmitolli. Schmitter is a fanfreakintabulous sandwich, the meat is shaved and then heated up caramelizing with the onion. A great side of coleslaw or chips accompany the sandwiches. We also tried the Dickens, dicktastick! My lucky day, I got the "free Guiness" glass. A drink special of the day was ginger beer, vodka, lime n lemon [aka Moscow Mule] in a fancy pants copper mug, sweet sweet mothers milk of summer days I could drink it all day long. Very little seating but they serve dishes up quickly and it's well worth the wait. Don't be those people and sit around jawwing. Get your can up and walk off that sandwich.
(5)
Rachie T.
One of my favorite places to go and grab food. If I go with my mom we Will share a schmitter and the grilled chicken Caesar salad, which are both delicious. The food is always hot and fresh and the atmosphere is great. The schmitter is their staple and is so for a reason! And the chicken on the grilled chicken Caesar salad is AMAZING!
(5)
Ethan P.
I went here after finding McNally's Schmitter listed on a "Top 10 cheesesteaks in Philly" article. The Schmitter sounded like an interesting spin on the classic cheesesteak, but now that I've had one, I'd be more inclined to call it a sandwhich loosely inspired by the cheesesteak (not that that's a bad thing at all). The main differences between a typical cheesesteak and a Schmitter are the Schmitter's kaiser bun, tomoatoes, salami, and special sauce--all of which turned out to be fantastic additions to the sandwhich. The sauce in particular was amazing. I went in on a Saturday afternoon, so they weren't busy at all. Service was prompt and friendly. Also, if you don't care to parallel park outside (I'm pretty bad at parallel parking, so I avoid it if I can) there's a small paid lot behind the tavern. For about a dollar you can get an hour and 15 minutes, which was plenty of time for me. To find it, turn down Rex Ave, left on Shawnee (careful--it's a two way road, but when I was there there were so many cars parked on it there was only room for one-way traffic), left on Hilltop and you'll see the lot come up off the curve.
(5)
sandra l.
I'm stuck here because of the snow and it would be nice if there were items on the menu that were vegan. Beer is OK not great
(2)
P L.
Another great night at McNally's! Saturday night is great and Chris is animated and unexpected as always! What a great joint!
(5)
Jasmine K.
I don't go here for the Schmitter. I go to McNally's for their chicken cheesesteaks! They are amazing!!!!!! You won't be disappointed if you order this ---Chicken cheese steak on a long roll with American, fried onions and hot peppers cooked in.
(5)
Jack M.
This food tastes delicious in my mouth. The Schmitter is on fleek. The cheesteaks are good also.
(5)
Joanna M.
In the family for generations, it's easy to see why this place has survived. You don't go for the ambience, you go for sandwiches the size of your face with all the flavour to match. The schmitter - McNally's answer to the Philly cheese steak - is their speciality. It comes on a kaiser roll with pepperoni, onions, tomatoes and "secret sauce", served with a side of slaw or chips. Not great for a summer's day as there are only windows at the front but even on a weekday there was a steady flow of locals coming for their sandwich fix. The total came to $60 for 5 specialist sandwiches. Would definitely go back.
(4)
Brandon H.
Just got back from lunch and man was it good. I had the world famous Schmidter sandwich. So delicious. But now I feel like I'm in a food coma. I need a nap pronto.
(4)
Jacob B.
If you're looking for a good bar with good food in CH, this is where it's at. The Schmidter is delicious and the cheese steaks are also solid.
(5)
mike v.
Home of The Schmitter. Nuff' said.
(5)
J D.
Got here after work on a weekday. Seat at the bar for my virgin visit. Guinness on tap and a bartender who know how to pull one from the tap. Good start. Ordered the schmitter, watched them make it. I hope the prep are hand washers cause they bare hand everything. Schmitter served with a few chips. Sandmich was good, very good. Attentive bartender. Nice little neighborhood irish bar with good food. I'll be back and I'll try the Tobias and maybe the dickens.
(4)
Scott H.
Get the Tobias™. Everyone knows McNally's Tavern as the Home of The Schmitter®, but don't be afraid to try some other items on the menu. For instance, the other sandwich worthy of trademarking is the Tobias™ -- for $9.45 you get: grilled beef, fried pepperoni & salami, provolone cheese, fried onions, tomato & special sauce on a Kaiser roll. After you get sick of that, try something with their roasted turkey. The sandwiches come with a handful of chips and are served on clear plate stolen from Sizzler's Salad Bar. Expect a short wait when you get there. The bar will probably be full of locals, so you'll need to wait near the door. Parking is a pain, just take the first spot you find and walk.
(5)
Katie I.
Just ate here and it was amazing! Doesn't quite look like much from the outside but the food and service were top notch. All the staff, including the cook, were extremely friendly and helpful with making food decisions. I split the chicken cheesesteak and the schmitter. I got fried onions and mushrooms on the chicken cheesesteak and it was great! Also went for the long roll and extra meat options...why not?! If you're in the area you definitely need to stop here! SO good!
(5)
Alison S.
It's funny, I have been coming here my whole life and never reviewed it. First of all The Schmitter is divine (wrong but divine). However so are the soups and the Dickens and basically any sandwich you will get here. Everything is fresh and fantastic. The Bloody Mary's (with extra extra hot sauce of course) are awesome and not served in the wuss glasses you get everywhere else. The bartenders are great (of course I know most of them so I am biased). Of course you feel a little claustrophobic in here but it's worth it. Now I have to bring the Mister since in the 11 years he's lived out here, he's never been...bad wife huh?
(5)
Cara T.
Love love LOVE McNally's! Hubs always gets the Schmitter and I love their chicken sandwich. The Schmitter was the first meal he's ever actually moaned out loud during. A meal is not complete here without the chocolate cake. It is the BEST chocolate cake I've ever had. The owner bakes it in her kitchen at home every morning and brings it over to the tavern. You must eat this cake. Actually, don't eat it because sometimes they run out and I want to be sure that they'll have enough of the cake for me. The place is small and cozy. This translates to a minimal number of tables. They have 2 large tables in the back but if it's a weekend and your party is larger than 4, it may be difficult to get seated. I don't mind this though because I prefer the smaller setting. You can't go wrong here.
(5)
Laura J.
I like this place for their "Schmitter" - it's a horribly unhealthy but delicious variant of a Philly cheesesteak. The bar is comfortable and the staff hospitable. It's not a good place for large groups though as the whole Tavern is pretty small in size.
(5)
Jessica S.
McNally's is a classic. The Schmitter is so delicious that my mouth is watering just thinking about it. The service is very friendly. If Maria has made her coconut cake, you've got to have a slice. The chocolate cake is great, too.
(5)
Lisa N.
The bartender offered me a taste of the beer I ordered ( a little lite for my pallate), then talked me into something else which was perfect for what I was looking for. Chicken corn chowder was so good we had to order another of their soups to try, and the tomato fennel didn't disappoint. Chicken cheese sandwich was outstanding, and make sure you save room for the chocolate cake...homemade, in the real sense of the word. Yum!
(5)
Danielle B.
I had the G.B.S. and Joe had The Dickens. And we both had a Lagunitas beer. The service was friendly, the food was GREAT, and the beer tasted better than most drafts (which must mean they actually clean the lines!). I expected the G.B.S. to be cheesier (and therefore less healthy), but it was mostly veggies and a delicious combination of cheese. Yum! For as old as this building is, they keep it spic-n-span. Hope to take my parents back here before I leave town again.
(5)
Christine M.
We would give 3.5 if poss. Great service and fun environ. Food good but a bit greasy. Awesome beer. Beer selection a 5 and great value
(3)
Charles S.
Very overrated. The bar was dingy and dirty and the Schmitter was disappointing. If you want a real sandwich, go to Cisco's and order the cheese steak hoagie!
(3)
Philly B.
Great all-around tavern/bar. The food, especially the Schmitter, is excellent. The staff is great and can handle a large crowd, as it will get packed on a Saturday night.
(4)
Judi F.
Just ate here today for my birthday! A friend recommended this place. Awesome food. I had the Schmitter and my hubs had the traditional Philly Cheese Steak. Both were the bomb. The bartender was super nice as well as the other folks working there. If u are ever in Chestnut Hill this place is a MUST! Small but lots of atmosphere. Bring your appetite! Oh, btw beer is good too:)
(5)
Dayna W.
Decided to stop in and try it. It was well worth the visit. We went with a Italian Hoagie and a cheese steak. Both were amazing. Then to top it off we decided to get the Carrot Cake and Wow wad that an amazing cake. If you go there you have to get the cake. You'll be glad that you did.
(5)
Michael V.
Decent sandwiches, but u can break your teeth on the toasted bread of the turkey club,..it is that dry, over toasted, or could be frozen and defrosted, then toasted with crust falling apart. The Saturday afternoon bartender is rude and not friendly either. I waited a good period of time to be approached and he needs to thank patrons after bringing a charge transaction back when a check is paid out. That would increase his tips, but maybe he doesn't want a good tip. Seems to be a Delaware Valley trend where the customer thanks the server when paying. Should't it be the inverse? I never went back on a Saturday when he was on duty. Got him twice. Never again.
(2)
James S.
I know it's repetitive at this point, but if you live in the area, or are just passing through, and haven't been to McNally's Tavern for a Schmitter, you need to do so asap! Yes, they sell them at the baseball stadium, and yes, other places have tried to copy this sandwich, but nothing is ever as good as the real thing! It is hard to explain why, but the Schmitter really is that good. If you can stop bye on a game night, grab a drink and a Schmitter and you'll find yourself in heaven. I've also heard great things about The Dickens, so if you've had your fair share of Schmitters, this is a good second option. With so much great bar food, the one thing that I was disappointed to find out is that they don't have a fryer, which means no wings. Nothing else to complain about. The place is great. If you are in the area, definitely give McNally's and the Schmitter a try!
(4)
Fred T.
My first stop on trying to find the best Philly cheesesteak in Philly and it was OK, the place is small and I drove by it twice before finding it and even drove away the 2nd time as there was some big orange/pink sign on the outside that said something about "public notice" (I found out later that it was a public notice they were allowed to serve alcohol) so I thought they had been closed down. I called the phone number and they said they were open till 11 so I went back. I got The Schmitter and it was alright but not great, the steak was great and the extras (salami, fried onions, etcetera) was nice but the "special sauce" brought it down, it tastes like thousand island dressing and there was too much, think of a Big Mac with too much special sauce, it ends up being too sweet. Draft beer (Dogfish 60) was good, easy to see the TVs, maybe a different entree would be better next time.
(3)
RH S.
Quite honestly, if Guy Fieri went here, I probably would not have visited, since I really cannot trust his show since he does back flips for everything, bad and good. But since Todd Fisher of United States of Bacon fame is more reliable and less [or not] blinged-out I trust him more. I visited McNally's over Memorial Day weekend and was very pleased. My Schmitter was interesting and excellent as advertised along with pickles and the chopped Pennsylvania-style cole slaw. I was surprised how small McNally's is, but then again it's been there forever and people were smaller back then!! It's a real neighborhood place in a real neighborhood in the classy Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. If you go, don't forget the homemade chocolate cake!!
(5)
Mimi W.
Great Saturday stop! Crew is awesome. Especially Fred! Chocolate cake is homemade & delicious!!!
(5)
Steven B.
CCOD is a real problem here. What's that you ask? It stands for Caloric and Cholesterol Over Dose and is what happens when you inhale a Schmitter. Its major symptoms are glazed eyes and a silly smile. Thank God McNally's doesn't have a fryer. If this wonderful sandwich was served with French fries the death toll would be enormous. McNally's has another problem. The aforementioned sandwich is served with special Schmitter Sauce. When you eat this sandwich it's everywhere and getting it off your cell phone is a real bear. So many people trade in these less than attractive phones that the local Sprint store calls them Schmitter phones. Despite these problems this is one great place to have a sandwich a beer. The atmosphere is great and the people are especially friendly. Speaking of beer, this is really not a craft beer place. You'll find a few good microbrews but nothing exotic. If I'm within a few miles of Chestnut Hill my stomach starts to growl and my internal GPS just aims me for here.
(4)
Heather M.
I live in Cali and am visiting family in PA. McNally's is like an old family friend. The service is great. The Schmitter is ridiculously wonderful, surpassing the Cheesesteak on my "must have" list. Wish it was Friday so I could have the snapping turtle soup. Yummy!
(5)
Zach V.
Schmitter or Schmitter on a long roll? That is all you need to know about the food at McNally's. They do have other items on the menu but nothing to rave about. Finding this small bar might be tricky if you're not from the area. There is a very small sign on the outside wall and that's all you can see when walking by. The inside is dark & there are only a few tables. They have old metal beer mugs hung on the wall and the place looks like it hasn't changed in 50 years. McNally's is a throwback to the old days and it's a great spot to grab a beer and a sandwich. They don't have a large beer selection but usually there is at least one good beer on tap. I had a Trogue's Dreamweaver when we stopped last week before heading down to a Sunday Phillies game. If you ever frequented the Bent Elbow you will see a familiar face tending bar.
(4)
Mikey I.
Ah! I haven't reviewed McNally's yet? That's a crime. Truth be told, I've only come here for one thing: Schmitters. The Schmitter is quickly rising on its way to being my favorite sandwich ever. And here, at McNally's the birthplace, they do it amazingly well. The McNally's at the ball park barely comes close. Generally speaking, the food and beer at this place is pretty cheap. For the most part, it's just a great neighborhood bar. As an outsider to that neighborhood, it's their specialty sandwich that makes it worth the hike to me. I know I owe it to myself to try something else there. I think next on my list would probably be "The Dickens" -- their Thanksgiving-themed turkey sandwich served all year long.
(4)
Danan R.
Okay, I admit it. I just wanted the double Schmitter, which is why I stopped in. That sandwich is just so darn good that it's worth the imminent heart attack. Extra steak, cheese, sauce, onions, salami, and tomato slices on a fresh Conshy roll. The sauce is the best part although it is The only caveat is the somewhat limited beer selection, but the ambiance is very friendly and relaxed. They also had clam chowder tonight but it tasted bland. Stick with the schmitter or tobias (also has pepperoni for a spicy kick).
(4)
Suq M.
Cozy family owned tavern with limited menu. What they do have is very good. Burgers are juicy, sizeable and delicious. Cheesesteaks are good, but not the best. Reasonable prices, always busy. Service is good, fast and friendly. I prefer next door, but we still come to McNallys too. I do love their Bacon Cheeseburger. They only have chips, not fries, because their kitchen is that small. One of these days I need to make it for the Monday Prime rib and give it a try.
(4)
Brad C.
this place is a gem.... the beer is great.. the homemade soups rock.. The Schmitter is excellent.. but I normally get either the turkey club or roast beef club...The club sandwiches are really terrific.. The old fashioned charm of the place adds to a good time...
(5)
Mike Z.
Awesome little joint, some good beer and a Schmitter, what is not to like! Wish they had some more room there since there are only a few tables to dine in. Was so glad I stumbled across this place, had low expectations, looking into what seems is a hole in the wall. Left very surprised and satisfied. Will def be back for some good grub and to watch a game.
(4)
David F.
As bars go McNally's is great pub to grab some real food so I give it 5 stars based on small corner bars go. I've heard people say it's too snooty for a dive bar and too dumpy for a upscale bar (I guess because it's in an upscale area then it's expected to be upscale). Well if you're in these camps then you're just ignorant about bars. McNally's is neither a dive bar or an upscale bar. Nope, it's just a real, old fashioned corner bar that's been around in the same family for many generations. What's that mean? It means the food is just the way it was for many decades and the proof is in the pudding. I've had the Schmitter which is really yummy but not my favorite in the place. Believe it or not they have an awesome cheesesteak. The meat they use is really a good quality steak (not too thin but not too thick and also not too fatty but just right). When you get the sandwich it has this extra crispiness to it that you normally don't get with a cheesesteak and to me that's what makes it unique. Personally I think they have one of the best cheesesteaks in Phillly. They don't have a fryer but that's not a bad thing. They may have a limited menu but they've turned it into a positive by using homemade foods that aren't frozen and tastes like home. Also, since they don't have a fryer you won't get that fryer grease that persists in most small bars floating in the air infiltrating everything in the place giving it a greasy-spoon atmosphere. Nope this is just like mom's kitchen if she happened to have a really really old kitchen with a bar in it. That's what makes McNally's special and that's why you should go.
(5)
Christine S.
I think some people either love this place, and some people hate it. I for one, am really not a fan. The food wasn't THAT great, and outside of the one thing that they are known for (The Schmitter), everything else is pretty horrendous. I agree that this place is sort of the "Cheers" in the neigborhood where everyone seems to know each other, but I do not agree that they are just as friendly to newcomers. I was a newbie and the guy behind the bar was completely rude when i was asking questions like, "does it come with fries?" As if I should have KNOWN that though most other places serve fries with their sandwiches or entrees, THIS PLACE doesn't have a fryer so they don't do that. It's just too snobby for a dive atmosphere bar. You want good food, and friendly faces? Go to Campbell's place. Never has let me down.
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Bradford G.
Fun, small bar in Chestnut Hill. Only a few tables for sit down eating, and only one reason to go - the Schmitter - an awesome steak sandwich with a special sauce. Get the double and pig out.
(4)
Mitch E.
Schmitter!!! Irish goodness! If it's good enough for Wee John, then it's too good for you! Fresh and delicious. Yum in my tum, time to jig now!
(4)
Verlye C.
One of my favorite places in Philadelphia. I always get the George Bernard Shaw ($8.35) which includes "3 cheeses: Swiss, American & Provolone, melted on top of green peppers, onions mushrooms & tomatoes. Top with fresh romaine & our special sauce on a kaiser". The service is usually quick.
(5)
Kristen S.
This place is what a neighborhood bar should be. Dark, crowded, good food, friendly waitresses, surly bartenders. If you know this going in, you'll have a great time. I highly recommend sitting at the bar for a Flyers game and ordering a Schmitter and a drink. The "kitchen" is right behind the bar, and they move pretty fast. There's no fryer, so you'll get chips with your sandwich. Small menu, but everything is pretty good, especially the specialty sandwiches.
(4)
Jennifer S.
What the Dickens? This Thanksgiving sandwich comprised of turkey, stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce made me HATE Thanksgiving. As I write this a week after having it, I'm drinking water because it was sooo dry. It may have been because it was on a kaiser roll.... Dry like a doctor's sense of humor. It was a HUGE sandwich though. I could still have been eating it today if it weren't so.... DRY.
(2)
Brad P.
The Schmitter is a very good sandwich. It isn't worth the schlep from Center City but if you are in the area then you are a fool(or vegetarian) for passing this up. It is not so much a meat-explosion, but definitely at least a flavor reverberation. The roll is great and the tomato really rounds out the flavor and reminds you that there's at least something kinda healthy in this disciplined gluttony.
(4)
Holly O.
This place is a small, hole in the wall type establishment that has been around for ages and only recently actually put a sign out front. It's that kind of place. The kind that has a following of loyal neighborhood customers who know what they like and get it regularly. If you come here, know that you will need to try their classic, the Schmitter. The rest of the menu is...how do i say...boring sounding? That is far from the case when it comes to how their food tastes--most of what we've tried is good! But their menu is pretty basic and the general food does not have much description. Honestly, their menu kind of confuses me...I usually feel uninspired to try anything on it outside of the usual just because of the layout. My husband is a loyal fan of the Schmitter and has brought many people here just for the purposes of partaking in the indigestion inducing grease comma that accompanies this sammy. I, for one, am a fan of their Chicken Cheese steak or Chicken Ceaser salad (which is a very large portion). We recently had their stuffed meatloaf with mashed potatoes which was really good. I ordered the beef barley soup which was not that great, just overall lacking in flavor. Our server was really nice and picked up on the fact that I wasn't feeling the soup and offered to take it off the bill even though I told her that was not necessary.
(4)
J. J.
this is my bar. great atmosphere, awesome food. people are cool. theyre fans of paul rickert, too! and, if i had to pick a last meal, it'd be a schmitter. mmm. had to take a star off because they dont do fries. BUT! if i ever live close enough to this place to walk, id be a regular... no doubt.
(4)
Tom D.
McNally's is a small bar at the top of the hill in Chestnut Hill. If you don't know where to look you'll probably miss it because it is literally a hole in the wall. The bar is very small, with the bar down the left and a row of tables down the right with barely enough space for 2 people to pass in between. If you're going and hoping to sit and relax, avoid game nights and weekends as the bar can get packed with people very quickly. McNally's is famous as the home of the Schmitter, a sandwich which Maxim once described as "a cheesesteak on crack". Although it's so different from a cheesesteak I'm not sure I'd classify it as such. Either way it is incredible and a sandwich everyone should try at least once. (Unless you have heart problems, you'll feel your arteries clogging as you eat it) The only other place in Philly to get a Schmitter is at Citizens Bank Park, however the ones at the stadium don't compare to the ones at McNally's. I can't really speak to McNally's other food, even though I have gone several times planning on trying something else. Invariably I see someone there eating a Schmitter and my stomach refuses to let my brain attempt anything else.
(4)
Melissa V.
Love the grilled ham/cheese, and the green salad with pepper corn dressing. Great service and prices too.
(5)
Pam A.
We came for the Schmitter - my son, actually did not like it - clearly there is something wrong with him - I thought it was terrific, and messy. I had the Peter Rabbit - DELISH. Everyone's food looked good, the service was beyond friendly. If I lived in Chestnut Hill I would weigh 3,000 lbs from hanging out at the friendly, long time no smoking tap room.
(4)
Annie B.
This place was pretty good, but my particular meal was just OK. My boyfriend really enjoyed his Schmitter and the carrot cake was insanely delicious. They had some crab/corn chowder that was also very good. I had a burger which was just OK and it came with chips, which for dinner, is not particularly my preference. I wanted to get one of their specialties, but the Schmitter was a little too fatty for me - several meats, cheese, thousand island-like sauce. And The Dickens pairs cranberry and turkey, which I really hate, so I just stuck with a plain ol' burger. The beer selection on tap was also surprisingly underwhelming for a pub. The thing that was strange for me was that we went at 9:30 on a Friday night and there was barely anyone around. It was the strangest thing ever. It seemed like the kind of place that would be hoppin' but the bar itself was relatively empty. Also they were also rockin' some terrible pop music from a radio at the bar. I believe Miley Cyrus came on at some point. Service - just aight. Very slow to bring the bill, but very friendly. So my bottom line is - go for a lunch sammie, get the Schmitter if you have low cholestrol to start, or go on a Sunday afternoon to watch the Eagles and grab a low key beer.
(3)
Caroline P.
every so often, we would hold a business lunch here and the damn schmitter would be there mocking me...i won't go into details about exactly what goes into a schmitter (as others have done a fab job of describing it), but i will tell you that it is a rite of passage on the hill and is the sloppy-delicious kind of sandwich that once you wrap your mitts around it, you won't be able to put the darn thing down until you are finished and your fingers are dripping - you probably want to limit yourself to one a year though great little neighborhood joint
(4)
jed p.
Small place, lots o character. Dinner on a Saturday night and the place was full of young families. I enjoyed the Schmitter, sauce on the side, and found it to be tasty indeed. Served with chips, I would have preferred fries or something more substantial and found myself eating all the pickles and peppers from the table and wishing I'd ordered the chowder. Tables are close, felt like we were a part of the date to our left. I recommend it.
(4)
Corry M.
Awesome!!! Staff is super friendly. The schmitter is heaven on a bun. Chicken cheesesteak on a long roll is delicious, as well as their soups. i highly recommend their draught Guinness...Criag, the best bartender ever, will even surprise you with a shamrock of good luck :)
(4)
Taylor A.
The Schmitter is grrreat...but I think I'm IN LOVE with the Dickens! "The Dickens" is the bomb!! Tiny place...TONS of character! Definitely order a Walt Whit and a yummy sammich!
(4)
Tom M.
Great establishment. Know going in there is no deep fryer. Probably for best, considering the meats and cheeses you inhale here. If you're going purely for taste, with no consideration for the well being of your body, get the Schmitter. Sublime. The Dickens (Thanksgiving Dinner sandwich) is great too, but the real secret of McNallys is the ham. They bake it each day. A simple ham and cheese sandwich there is amazing. Not much room, so not good for large parties. Keep it less than 5 and you'll be OK.
(5)
Jeff B.
Echoing the sentiments of all the other reviews on this page - the Schmitter might be the greatest sandwich ever constructed. I first experienced the Schmitter when I first moved to Chestnut Hill 6 years ago. I was out for a run late at night when two college aged "dudes" asked me where "that famous sandwich place is." I had no idea what they were talking about, but since most everything worth a damn in Chestnut Hill is at "the top of the hill" that's the direction I pointed them in. The next day, I did a Google search for "Chestnut Hill - Famous Sandwich" and found the McNally's page. Anyone who has been to this place knows why I didn't know about it before my chance frat-boy encounter -- the restaurant has no sign on the front of it. Just a big green door with a small brass plaque on the front. A feature that I find very, very cool... Long story long, the Schmitter is such a good sandwich that I crave it CONSTANTLY. That said, a sandwich comprised of cheesesteak, salami, fried onions, fried tomatoes and thousand island dressing isn't exactly the type of food you can eat each day so I have made a deal with myself that I am only allowed to get a Schmitter when I have guests in from out of town. So, if you're not from Philadelphia and you're looking for a place to stay - let me know. I haven't had a house guest in a few months, so I am jonesing to get Schmit-faced. Except on special event days (Chestnut Hill Arts Festival, etc), McNally's offers a "regular" Schmitter, which comes on a kaiser roll and a "large" Schmitter, which has double meat and is served on a standard Amoroso hoagie roll. Always, ALWAYS get the large it is SOOO worth the calorie count. I can easily down two larges in one sitting (and then not eat for another week). Mad props for "The Dickens" sandwich too - imagine all the best things about Thanksgiving crammed into a kaiser roll - Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce. They roast, and carve the turkey on location so the place always smells amazing. The only thing that could make the Dickens better would be a big side of gravy to dip it in. I make this suggestion for two reasons. 1. the sandwich is made with white breast meat, which is almost always dry (not a jab at McNally's, white meat in general is dry) and 2. gravy is just awesome (and something that I, and many others, would probably pay extra for). Have stopped here for take-out beer on occasion as well. Skip that unless there are no other options - the take out selection is pretty small and is kind of expensive. Check out the Trolley Car Diner (and my review) at the other end of the Hill for their (amazing) build-your-own six pack selection. In conclusion, skip Pat's and Geno's, forget about the roasted pork sandwich... if you want a life-changing sandwich experience the next time you are in Philadelphia, swing by Chestnut Hill (a really beautiful neighborhood full of GIGANTIC old stone houses) for a Schmitter. It'll blow your mind. P.S. Please, please god... let the McNally's staff read the part about gravy for the Dickens.
(5)
Alice Z.
Good food. Fast service. I was lucky enough to have room after my chicken wrap for some delicious carrot cake last week. It does get busy during the week at lunch time, so we try to get there a bit early to get one of the tables. There is a small parking lot ($) that's tucked away behind the stores.
(4)
Nick G.
McNally's is the kind of place that you used to find all over the city, a neighborhood bar. A place where almost everyone knows each other, but they are not standoffish to newcomers. A nice selection of whisky, beer on tap and a pub menu.
(4)
Stephen M.
Ok, ok....I have to say it.... the Schmitter totally lives up to the hype... TOTALLY! We finally checked this place out last week. For starters, I love how tucked away it is. Find the green door, with the tiny "McNallys" sign next to it, and your in. On the other side, you find a smaller than expected space, not too small, very cozy, that has a very colonial feel to it. This, I think, is accentuated by the pewter beer mugs festooned all about the bar. Frankly, I was instantly in love! It was comfortably packed with locals out for a bite and the Phillys game, and my Girl commented more than once about how pleasantly quiet it was On to the food.... My first disappointment game when I looked for appetizers and found none....then looked for fries and found none. An inquiry of our very sweet and attentive waitress revealed they have no fryer... Really? No Fryer??? in a PUB???? kind of a shock. I have a deep working class love of all things fried, so this was fairly upsetting, but so be it....what they DID have was The Schmitter, and I dove in with both feet. I ordered the double meat, foot long schmitter, and frankly, was expecting good, but , given the hype, disappointing. I was mistaken. This is a SUPERB sandwich! All of the elements blend together so well. If you get the big one, then you don't get every flavor in every bite, because its all spread out over such a large area, so each bite is a slightly different experience than the last. I devoured the entire thing and never stopped smiling. So the Schmitters a winner... but sadly, it would seem they are resting on their laurels with it. My Girl got a burger, and it was one of the worst either of us have ever tasted. Totally dry, unseasoned, overcooked, and unimpressive in every way.... well, the bread was good... i'll give em that. Good bread, however, only goes so far in saving a lousy burger. So, that killed it. I think if we both had Schmitters this would be a 4 or five star review, but the burger was really disappointing, as was the unavailability of any of the usual fried pub-food delights so near and dear to me. DEFINATLY go there.... Eat a scmitter, but thats it.
(3)
Anon W.
The sandwiches used to be good. I had a Dickens (got it to go) recently, It was dried out and freezer burnt. They swear they never use frozen meat, if that is true than who ever they buy it from freezes it because there is no mistaking that taste. It is a local place and even if you have been waiting for a table for an hour, if one of their regulars walks in they will be seated before you. I had a friend that was there with several people late in the day (had lunch and stayed to have a few beers) they were actually asked to leave because "our regulars are going to start to come in". I used to like the place...
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Tracy W.
Yummmm! I don't eat meat 362 days of the year. On one of the 3 that I do I went to McNallys. I was ready to order one of the few vegetarian options when my husband said, "What are you doing? You have to get a schmitter!" So I did and, wow, was it tasty! We had a disagreement about whether it was roast beef or chip steak. I say roast beef. It was good, whatever it was, and made better by the grilled salami and awesome toppings. Fried onions, warm tomatoes, cheese and special sauce (thousand island?). I added pickles and hot peppers to mine. I know I'll probably never eat it again...hmmm, well maybe I will ;-)
(5)
Tom C.
The Schmitter came up in a recent thread and as I happened to have had one Sunday I thought I'd revisit my review. Sunday, Bloody Sunday. Before our butts hit the bar stools I had ordered two Bloody Marys. They came to us in the larger royal pint glasses, made by a loving hand. This is good, because at $8 they aren't cheap. Next it was Schmitter time. What we have here, is, failure to moderate. A heaping amount of freshly roasted and sliced roast beef, with a few slices of grilled salami, onions, tomato, covered in melted cheese and finished with "special sauce" (which as near as I can tell is thousand island and mayo, but with out the pickles in the island part...) This is then packed on and served in possibly the best kaiser roll I've ever had. I don't know if it was the sandwich, the bloody mary, or the fact that the Flyers were up 5-0 on the Rangers...but I thought for a moment I was dreaming.
(5)
Melissa L.
Eh, I don't want to give this review, but it must be given. I meant to get a Schmitter at the Phillies Braves game last week and didn't get to, so I was desperate for one and journeyed out to Chestnut Hill to take care of my craving. The pub is cute, and the Schmitter is better in person than in the stadium, which is kind of amazing, because it's pretty much perfection in the stadium. Though, all food tastes better under stadium lights, I think. But the problem was the way we were served was so perplexing. I feel like the bartender had a plan and it wasn't a mistake, but that doesn't make it right. I ordered turkey chili (not spicy whatsoever, but tasty enough) and a schmitter ($5 on Tuesdays, great deal), and my boyfriend ordered a caesar salad (also $5 on Tuesdays) and a Schmitter. Easy enough - bring the chili and the salad, then bring our sandwiches. But instead, my chili came out, then five minutes later my boyfriend's Schmitter came out...the end. I watched him demolish the sandwich I'd been dying for for a week and sort of just kept looking at the open kitchen at the end, trying to figure out if they missed my order...if they were bringing the salad ever...and then when he was all done with the Schmitter, out came his salad and my sandwich. Heh? Don't make someone sit and watch the person they are with chow on a delicious sandwich for so long they finish the entire thing before you see any sign of your entree! That's cruel and unusual. (side note, boyfriend did offer me his whole, or at least half of his sandwich, but I said no to both, wanting my own plate.) But the food is good, and my schmitter was amazing, of course. The caesar is delicious. I will probably just stick to the ball park variety from now on, though.
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Jess D.
Cozy atmosphere and GREAT food. Turkey chili is a must (when available).
(4)
Jocelyn P.
I'm in love. I had a whole eloquent review ready last night, but I didn't want to disrupt my zen by getting on the computer and distracting myself from just appreciating the feeling that all was right with the world. And it was all thanks to McNally's. It's a tiny little bar. And it's definitely a bar. They serve sandwiches, prime rib, etc. Real food. For real people. That enjoy eating at a bar. Don't get me wrong, it's not a college bar. There are plenty of families eating at the 8-10 tables and the counter. And more than a few regulars eating at the bar. The first thing you notice when you walk in is how accurate it is to call it a Tavern. It's everything you would imagine when you think of the word tavern. And it's genuine. It wasn't built 20 years ago to resemble a tavern. This place is the real deal, from the wood rafters to the metal beer mugs hanging from them to the bartender, built like Gaston from Beauty and the Beast. We grabbed a couple beers and sat at the two-seater counter in the very front. The bartender took care of us all night, and my husband was thrilled to get a Guiness the right way. I don't know the details of Guiness enough to know what the right way is, but apparently they did it. I took him there for the Schmitter, so he didn't even need to look at the menu, and I got a bacon cheeseburger, planning on sharing both. They cook all of their meats each day for their sandwiches, and they grind their beef daily. The cheeseburger made me embarassed to have ever said that the Bruschetta burger at Bennigan's was the best burger I had ever tasted. It was unbelievable. The bacon was cooked like it was going to be served on its own, not flat and dead like most bacon that is going to be placed on a burger. It was crispy and curly and perfect. And the meat was out of this world. And the Schmitter. Oh the Schmitter. You can get them at quite a few places these days, including the Linc and Citizens Bank Park. I'm sure they are good at those places, but at McNally's it isn't just a sandwich. It's an experience. The meat, the cheese, the onions, the tomato, the sauce... It all combines to this one moment of utter perfection as it hits your taste buds. Some people call it a cheesesteak. Some people call it a sandwich. All I know is I've never experienced anything like it before. Ever. You have to be 21 to sit at the bar, but they have a few tables and a counter, too. It was pretty busy when we got there at like 6:30 and got busier as the hour and a half or so went on, so give yourself time to wait for a spot.
(5)
C K.
Closest thing to a real English pub local in a village that you'll find in the US. The decor is not faux English pub, there are no overstuffed chairs, there are sports on TV, BUT the feel of this family-owned pub is as good as the best pubs, and friendly to newcomers too. I love introducing people to this gem.
(5)
Paul D.
The Schmitter is fantastic! Great beer and knowledgeable bartenders. The drawback---- is that B102 on the stereo? Awful- made me feel like I was at a crappy dentists office. Please, with all the options of great music, why put on that garbage? All my senses were happy except that one. I asked the barkeep to change the music, and he told me the owner insists its kept on B102. Get decent music and I'll be back. otherwise, I'll stay at McMenamins
(2)
Carrie E.
Something is afoot in the universe. I'm worried that soon we're all going to be sucked into a black hole. Why? Because apparently I'm on a quest this week to subconsciously increase my ass size by at least 40%. First, there was the cheesesteak I had for dinner the other night. And an enormous chocolate chip cookie for breakfast. Then, the fries with mayo I ate for lunch. Later, the other part of the cheesesteak I ate last night a few hours after eating some noodles and a Snickers Bar. And today...once again...I heeded the siren song of the Schmitter. I am full. I am drowsy. My belly feels like it's going to explode and my arteries are constricting as I type this. But do I regret it? Hellz no...in fact, there's still some on the plate in front of me, dripping that sweet sweet secret sauce and greasy goodness, and overflowing with sliced beef, cheese, fried onions, tomatoes and salami. I'll try to resist it, but I'm probably going to end up licking the plate. When I think about it, it kinda feels like the morning after. And the trip to the kitchen to get rid of the scraps is going to be my own personal walk of shame. But I liked it. I liked it a lot. And I'll totally do it again, too.
(5)
Arica N.
This is a great place for chilly days and nights, very cozy and they serve very hearty warming food. I'm not much of a meat person but their Schmitter sandwich and the Tobias are so delicious and quite filing. Picture saucy, meaty, grilled to perfection and you've got the Tobias. The prices are very reasonable and the crowd is a nice mix of families and old and young people. It seems like a real pub atmosphere for locals but still welcoming to those that are not from Chestnut Hill. It is not very clearly marked on the street, so if you plan to go you will have trouble spotting it from the car.
(5)
Darrell T.
Awesome little place w/ very delicious sandwiches!
(5)
Michael C.
I love hole in the wall bars. Especially ones that have pewter mugs hanging from the walls, and those big wooden beer barrels behind the bar. This place has been around for a hundred years. And they know how to serve a beer and sandwich. This isn't your highschool senior serving you, it's his mom. They know what they are doing back there. I'm don't know who invented the schmitter, but they are pure genius. I would have never thought that combination of meat would make one so happy. Very small place, but you eat and go. They have little tvs, but not the best to hang for the game. I think it would be a great place to take a date. It's a great test of character.
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Leah G.
So the schmitter is glorious, an amazing sandwich, but sometimes its just too much to eat for dinner. I was at McNally's and I looked at the table next to me, and a woman was eating a salad, with what appeared to be a cheesesteak on top. I asked, and in fact, it was a salad with cheesesteak on top. This salad has since become one of my favorite foods. The perfect balance of greens and glutton. This salad (and for most the schmitter) is worth the drive to Chestnut HIll.
(5)
Sean S.
Best sandwich ever; I say without hesitation that given the ultimatum to choose between the cheesesteak and the Schmitter for eternity, goodbye cheesesteak. They take the steak, melted cheese, and fried onions we all know and love then add grilled salami, tomato, and secret sauce to create taste bud nirvana. Staff tell me they had to copyright the sandwich as their culinary invention was being ripped off left and right; now the Phillies and Eagles serve up Schmitters in their respective ball parks. Combine the ultimate sandwich with great beers on tap (Guinness, Harp, Lager and more) and pleasant service all in a small clean comfortable bar and the McNally family will continue to thrive on top of the hill. If for some reason anyone in your party doesn't want a Schmitter they serve prime rib every Monday and Crab cakes every Friday; I hear these are excellent but I don't look at the menu here anymore.
(5)
Mark A.
This place is a Chestnut Hill institution, or so I have read. There aren't a lot of good places to hang out at night in Chestnut Hill, which is quite odd. It should have multiple vibrant night spots, but it doesn't. Too bad; but McNally's, I guess for many locals, is more than enough. It's a no-nonsense bar with great draught beers and solid food. The atmosphere is convivial and the staff is friendly. I had the Schmitter, which is their signature sandwich. Frankly, I don't get it. It's just kind of generic and okay, but I'm definitely a when-in-Rome guy. Next time, I'll go with another choice. They looked a lot more appetizing. But I'm kvetching. This place is about conversation, watching the Phillies lose to the Mets for the second night in a row, and hoisting back pints with friends. Maybe Chestnut Hill doesn't need more places like this. McNally's has been fitting the bill forever and they show no signs of slowing down. ps--no deep fryer, hence no fries, onion rings, etc. It doesn't make the place Weight Watchers friendly, but it might save you an angioplasty someday.
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Mallory S.
It's pretty easy to guess what I'm about to say about this tavern..so why beat around the bush? I absolutely, positively LOVE the Schmitter. I moved to Chestnut Hill a few weeks ago and sort of stumbled upon McNally's one night. I was instantly intrigued by the Schmitter and just had to have one...anything with a "special sauce" is sure to be amazing. And that it was! A great mixture of flavors with the salty meat and sweet onions and tangy sauce. Plus, who doesn't love a side of Ruffles potato chips? I had it a second time the other night and some how it was better than the first. Super friendly staff, the cook is nice too, good tap options, and the Schmitter is awesome!
(5)
Emma D.
I really enjoyed the no-nonsense atmosphere of this place for dinner on Saturday night. It's definitely packed at meal times, so plan on early or 8pm or after dinner if you don't want to wait. We sat at the bar, had $5 draft beer, and split a Schmitter and a Dickens. Don't forget to ask for the hot peppers and pickles! They take the Schmitter (others have described it better) up that extra notch. The Dickens was a turkey, stuffing, and cranberry style sandwich that was devoured as quickly as possible. Even chatted with the guy next to us at the bar for a short time - definitely a fun local hang out.
(4)
Michael E.
Chestnut Hill is one of the last places I would think of when I'm looking for something good to eat (or a place to shop, or hang out, etc), due to its stunning lack of good eateries. McNally's is different. To me the cheese stake cannot hold a candle to their signature and trademarked sandwich Schmitter, a magically delicious combination of "Sliced beef with extra cheese, fried onions, tomato, salami and our Schmitter Sauce on a flash-broiled Kaiser roll." Wow - if it didn't mean they would have to move me around with a forklift, I'd eat this every day. They also have a good selections of beer on tap, I recommend the Hoegarden, to offset the sandwich. I also have it on good sources that they have a freshly baked chocolate cake made by the owner's wife, I have not had the chance to try it yet. So, if your stuck in the hill, and you need some hardcore calories and a good beer, it doesn't get better than McNally's.
(4)
Jenn H. H.
This is the anti-Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill icon, with its iconic sandwich, the schmitter. A gloriously gluttonous heaping of heart attack on a bun, I loved every delicious morsel. The place is tiny, and unless you know where it is, you're likely to miss it as it doesn't really have a sign. But once you're in, you'll feel right at home. It's warm and cozy and the servers are fun, friendly, and attentive. They have a good selection of beers on tap and just a great vibe. Amongst all the other cute, adorable, or swanky places on Chestnut Hill's main strip, this is the hole-in-the-wall beacon of low-key hope. They'll also card you in the middle of the day and go on and on about how young you look. You'll totally be smiling for the rest of the day!
(5)
Sarah T.
Charming hole in the wall in Chestnut Hill. I scoped out places to get a cheesesteak in Philly (through yelp of course) and came up with this place which was right down the street from my hotel. I was originally planning to get the Schmitter but changed my mind at the last minute because I wasn't at all hungry. Somehow I thought a regular cheesesteak would be a better option...The cheesesteak was great and so was the local brew. I wasn't disappointed! The bartenders were really friendly and one even gave us a free CD of his band! I would definitely recommend this place if you are in the area. For those of you that live in CH, I envy you!!!
(4)
Jeff H.
Could more accurately be called Tavern 9 3/4, my dad grew up in Mt. Airy and I have been up and down the drag in Chestnut Hill plenty of times and I had no idea this place existed until a friend told me about it. I enjoyed The Dickensâ„¢, Thanksgiving between two slices of whole grain bread (you can have white if you prefer). In a way it was better than Thanksgiving... no fuss, someone else cleaned up the mess. The turkey was nicely done and the cranberries were jellied which is a plus in my book. I could eat myself out of a pit of jellied cranberries but I'm not really interested in the whole variety. Be prepared to have your ID put through the ringer though. My first license wasn't good enough because I have a duplicate so they had to see something else with my name on it.. then I got a little receipt showing my license number and age. Fun souvenir, no?
(4)
Nicole M.
Small homey bar. Service was friendly and food was good for bar food.
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Ashlee P.
Went there for the first time today and had their famous sandwich, the Schmitter. Hands down, the absolute best sandwich I have ever had anywhere. The beef was perfectly cooked along with the 2 slices of thick, salty salami, and not a drop of grease anywhere! The cheese along with the fried onions and special sauce only made the sandwich more amazing! I was worried I wouldn't be able to eat the entire sandwich, but the next time I looked at my plate I was saddened to see that nothing was left....My recommendation is to haul your butts to McNally's ASAP. Don't try it at the ballpark; trust me me....the chef knew her way around the open kitchen. Will definitely be going again very soon!!!!!!
(5)
Helen D.
I didn't want to give 5 stars b/c I always think there has to be room for improvement - but I don't know where they would improve! Let's face it - we're NOT talking DIET food here folks. I've heard the SCHMITTER (which is WHY one eats here) comes in at about 900 calories. Yes, it IS worth it, once in awhile you just have to have a Schmitter b/c there is nothing like it. The service is ALWAYS SUPER. You can't get service friendlier than this place. Patrons are nice too - I remember the first time we came here - "regular customers" coached us on what to order (schmitter, of course) and HOW to eat it (there's a "secret"). Mrs. McNally makes HOME-MADE cakes and schleps them to the tavern for tasty delicious enjoyment. Seriously - HOME-MADE -- not "made on premises"....but made in a HOME, for real - WHERE do you get THAT???........with that said -- the bathrooms are a little tricky & maybe we could see improvement there... but really - i think that may be part of the experience (charm?) - finding the bathrooms in the belly of the restaurant - thru the storage room..... across from the washer & dryer - I kid you not! stop reading this & go to McNally's...........enjoy :)
(5)
Paul H.
Great homemade soups and sandwiches. A Chestnut Hill institution that is not to be missed.
(5)
T. M. S.
Scmitt-ER!!! The ones at the ballpark just aren't the same. I mean, some of the best eats at the park but hey! I am a purist all around, but I like schmutz - I like to do things up...whats wrong with truffles, tallegio, demi, frying, anything to boost something up bacon added to anything is always better right? Well this Sandwich is everything you've read - sloppy, cheesteak-y, salami-esque and something you want to turn your back toward the corner and suck the dripping up off your fingers as they drip. But hey, it's a bar, and can be loud so who gives a Sh***. If you have enough to drink before hand no worries. But Mcnally's isn't all Schmitter. They make great homemade soups, fresh roasted meats for fresh carved sammiches like old taverns -baked ham, roasted beef and turkey....pretty classic fare to sop up the suds. Nice warm drinking and Phillies cheering atmosphere. On the right afternoon or night you'll see familiar faces - Dorothy Krysiuk or Larry Mente...
(4)
RIDE R.
McNallys has very good sandwiches, soups and the service is very good if youre 21+.. if youre under 21 you cant go in unless youre with your parents.. Not even to get a sandwich.. This place used to be affordable but it has gotten so expensive its not even worth going anymore.. Anyway the place gets way too crowded, not enough seats and tables.. So expect to wait in line..
(4)
Grace G.
My main experience with McNally's is getting Schmitters at the ball park, which are generally very good. During the off season we decided to check out the original, and paid a visit to the hard-to-find bar in Chestnut Hill. The place was packed, with minimal seating and a large crowd in the "waiting area". We were able to get a seat at the bar with no wait, and ordered our schmitters with the customary Blue Moon. It was so incredibly good. My husband added bacon to his and said he might now be ruined for schmitters at the ball park it was so good. He would also occasionally pause mid-chew to tell us we were stupid to not have added bacon to our schmitters. I would be interested in trying some of the other menu options the next time we go back, but it's hard to resist the call of the Scmitter.
(5)
Megan M.
hands down the best bar food i've tried in philly. i judge a bar by its burger. if a bar has premade frozen patties its off my list. all i look for is just good beef, fresh roll, crisp toppings, pickles and cooked to the right temp. mcnallys has all this (+ crabcake specials, prime rib, grilled cheese, a soup calendar +++homemade carrot cake)! what more could a girl ask for from a bar menu?
(5)
Dana S.
I have a fridge full of tofu and a freezer full of Boca. Chicken is a stretch for me sometimes. So one might think I would avoid the Schmitter.... But no. No. Not ever. I came upon it accidentally about three years ago while housesitting in Chestnut Hill. An ex bf and I wandered up the block to the nondescript tavern with the barely-there sign... We entered.. We wanted beer. I've never thought my wanting beer at 1 pm was a good thing... But in this case, it changed my life. I was close to ordering a caesar salad when the bartender said in so many words, "What the h*ll are you doing? Why don't you get a schmitter?" So I got one. I wasn't even really hungry. But I housed the entire thing. There was meat. A lot of meat. And cheese? And something oniony? And the sauce... People - I don't even eat WINGS I think they're too gross and messy, but I felt like I was on a different planet where gross, greasy fingers didn't matter, and red meat was good for me. I think I owe myself a holiday schmitter, now that I think about it. That's it. I'm going this weekend.
(5)
David G.
So you're heading to McNally's with some friends, you're not THAT hungry and you're thinking... "I'll just get some soup... maybe half a tuna sandwich on wheat... and a diet coke" Feeling pretty good about yourself you roll through the door, hang out for a few minutes while you wait for a table... subtly noticing everyone eating cheesesteaks, chicken cheesesteaks and hybrid sandwiches like the Dicken's and the Schmitter... it's then that you start to waver a bit, silently at first but then vocally.... "Maybe I'll get a Schmitter" you announce to no one in particular. "I mean, I'm here... and I can get a tuna sandwich and soup anywhere..." Your friends don't respond - they knew all along what your subconscious had decided the minute you agreed to go to McNally's. You're getting a Schmitter. You're going to love every greasy, russian-dressingy bite. You're going to be in a mild coma after the last bite... or dead passed out if you got the double. And, you're going to feel super guilty... but not until the next morning when you hop on the scale. This is all you need to know - Schmitter and a beer... (oh yeah, you bailed on the diet coke too)... maybe some corn chowder or turkey chili if you want to really punish yourself.
(3)
Alan R.
A schmitter after a Chestnut Hill Film Group screening is an excellent way to finish a Tuesday night in the fall.
(5)
James W.
The Schmitter is the best sandwich they have, if not a tad coma-inducing. There are off nights when the meet is tough and the roll is a little stale but overall McNally's is a great place for food, drink and friends.
(4)
Lucy S.
Wonderful greasy sandwiches. That is all.
(5)
Michael R.
This family-run tavern is one of my favorite places on Earth. A nice warm shelter from any storm, a pint (or half-pint) of Guinness, a good scotch or the world class (and famously kept "secret") The Schmitter. Is Jack Sharkey still around? I worked with him down the hill at Limeburner's Opticians. Tell him Michael says hi.
(5)
Mike d.
The sandwiches speak for themselves and are fantastic (go for the tobias, the pepperoni is a nice touch), beer menu has to get better before they get 5 stars. Philly is a craft beer town, please put a couple on tap!
(4)
Mr. B.
mmmmmm.....Schmittersssss......and snapper soup!
(5)
Linda M.
4 stars for food taste and quality but 2 for lack of space and freedom to move around. I love their turkey chili and the BLT's are amazing. All of the sandwiches are great though! Oh, and their homemade chocolate cake! WOW.
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Adam G.
So I've heard rumors about the Original "Schmidter"for years and today was finally the day I got to eat one. All I can say is "WOW!" This sandwich and this bar more than lived up to its reputation. I must mention that the service was great as well. A few buddies and I sat at the bar and enjoyed our casual conversation with the bartender.
(5)Abigail W.
Right before I was leaving to move back to the East coast, a friend in SF told me about this place. She said that I had to try The Schmitter. It only took me 2-1/2 years, but I finally got to try one :) First off, you just have to love the area. Super cute shops, delicious restaurants, easy parking and this awesome local bar. As we walked in you kind of felt at home and comfortable. Pretty small bar, with a couple of tables, and not a ton of sunlight coming in. Everyone in there seemed to know everyone else. We were the two out-of-towners, but they were friendly enough. Great beer selection. Easy menu with not a whole lot of fuss. The Schmitter was well worth the wait. It was huge and drippy with delicious sauce, mouth watering grilled meats & onions..it seriously was just a fantastic sando.
(4)Shirlana D.
This neighborhood tavern packs a powerful punch! After my bf had been telling me about the Shcmitter sandwich we went here and were thoroughly pleased. The Schmitter is a different take to the Philly cheese steak. The meat was juicy and full of flavor. The sandwich had sliced steak, salami, onions, cheese and special sauce (reminded me of Russian dressing) on a kaiser roll. Service was great and staff was accommodating. You could tell that this place is frequented by locals and regulars for the wait staff knew many patrons by name. If you want to try a different version of the cheese steak then you MUST try the Schmitter.. I was so full after eating this sandwich, I thought I would have to get rolled out of the place :).
(4)John L.
Wow...what a lunch!!! Hands down one of my favorite all time sandwiches. Only regret is not getting double meat...even thought it wasn't necessary. The soups are all homemade, as is the cake. I had the potato leak soup (yum!) and chocolate cake which I will eat for dinner lately. Marie was an excellent hostess and bartendress! Thank you for a great all around experience. Ok. Going to take a nap now. Night night.
(5)John V.
There being no place like this place near this place, this must be the place! No other place like it on earth! Only the best!
(5)Nick G.
I had my schmitter baptism the other day, and I'm now a true believer! Praise the Lord! If you are a sandwich person (you know the type that always want to talk about new and crazy sandwich ideas), then you must try the schmitter while you're in Philly. It's like a weird but strangely satisfying marriage of a cheesesteak, hoagie, and a Reuben. Don't ask me how it works, but it does! I felt like the sandwich size was just right too. Big enough to fill up a hungry gentleman like myself, but not so huge that it was a struggle to eat or induced a food coma. That said, they have a double-sized version of it that I'm confident I could take down if in the right state of debauchery. Ambience and service were pretty great. It's a small, no-frills Irish bar on the interior and easy to miss on the outside of you aren't looking for it. I may eventually up my rating to a five, but first I have to return and try some of the other menu items. Looking forward to ordering the homemade soup and diving into the craft beer rotation in the future!
(4)Ray M.
Very nice experience. Nice, warm and comfortable setting. Family operated feel. Food is delicious. Almost like you're over your best friends house. I had the "Dickens" it was a traditional Thanksgiving dinner within a sandwich. Absolutely yummy! I also recommend the Caesar salad with grilled chicken. They put a lot of very good quality chicken breast on it. Enough for two! Overall a great dinning experience will come back again.
(4)Larry M.
McNally's is a gem that is not so hidden anymore. Tucked away in Chestnut Hill, a family run business that has become famous for "The Schmitter." My favorite sandwich is "The Dickens," which is Thanksgiving dinner in a roll. I get extra Cranberry sauce to make it perfect! Everything is Homemade. The soups and deserts are excellent. If you are making your way on Germantown avenue through Chestnut Hill, it is worth the time to stop in.
(5)Kelly G.
THE SCHMITTY. Although the portions seem small, the flavor is BIG. My only complaint was that there was too much secret sauce, but otherwise, delicious. Especially with the slaw side. Strong drinks too. Had an Irish coffee to warm up from the cold walk in and was definitely feeling good by the time we sat down. Small space, but we were able to get a corner table in the back and have relatively good privacy and even good service. Takes card. Parking is kind of hard to find in the area, but the neighborhood is cute!
(4)Ade B.
Neighborhood bar that is home to the Schmitter Sandwhich, which is awesome. Good drinks as well, but the Schmitter is the star along with variations on the Schmitter like the Tobias. Coming here reminds me of the show Cheers because it seems everyone knows each other at McNallys. Now the regular cheesesteak being served on a kaiser roll is what keeps this place from being 5 stars. You just can't do something like that here in Philly!
(4)Danita R.
I've had the Schmitter and it was flat-out awesome. McNally's is one of those cozy, welcoming nooks you luck up and find and then you discover that it's a neighborhood gem that the locals are kind enough to let you in on. Service is always pleasant. I'm giving 3 stars because I didn't order another Schmitter; I ordered an Italian hoagie and in the bygone words of Idols of old, "It was just aight for me dawg." Sure I got $11 worth of deli meat and a gargantuan roll but in the words of Hathaway & Flack, "Where is the love?" The meats had no flavor apart from the overpowering pepperoni, which tasted a lot like the vacuum-sealed pepperoni from one of those holiday gift baskets that you don't open til, say, three months after Christmas. Like. A whole lot. A-bleck. The oil and vinegar plus mayo I usually get on hoagies marry each other, melding together to bless all the sammich's other accoutrements in semi-sloppy, juicy succulent bliss. This OVMayo came together like those estranged parents of Lady Rose on Downton Abbey. They barely tolerated each other and left all the Italian meats, wan provolone cheese, onions, lettuce and tomato feeling awkward and standoff-ish. The behemoth roll left everything open faced, more like a grinder that I did not order. 3 stars because I feel this particular hoagie is a step-child on an otherwise beloved, tasty menu.
(3)Leslie W.
Good beer selection, high prices. Didn't get to try the food but the service wasn't very good at the bar. Overall nice Tavern feel but I'd pick somewhere else next time as there's lots of options in Mt. Airy.
(3)Mike D.
McNally's was my go to every Monday night for a long time. The atmosphere is great, bartenders friendly, and food delicious. The Schmitter (get it on a long roll with pickles) and homemade carrot cake are must-haves. The George Bernard Shaw is a hidden menu gem for veggie lovers. If you're in Chestnut Hill, make McNally's your stop.
(5)Joseph D.
Had the Schmitter as usual. Great! Always friendly staff and service. My mother had a burger and coconut cake. She was speechless. If you haven't been, you must go. I go every Christmas Eve. It's fun. Great rotating beer selections and the soups are always excellent. I'm thinking of getting a Schmitter tattoo.
(5)T Y.
This is one of my favorite philly cheesesteak sandwich place! Highly recommended! The style is different from many other grab-and-go spots. I loved the cheese steak sandwich (ordered it on a kaiser roll-the long roll was an option as well but I wanted something different). It was made individually to order and the beef was sliced and chopped on the grill. The bread was nicely toasted and the texture of the bread was just right. The cheese was melted on the grill with the beef using a dome. I ordered it with fried onions and it was more like caramelized than fried onions--but I loved the flavor of it! Overall, there was a balance between the onion, beef and cheese. Each component was present, complementing each other yet not over-powering. Great and friendly service was a plus to McNally's!
(5)Capt K.
We were warmly greeted when we sat at the bar. Of course, we ordered the famous Schmitter sandwich and it was delicious. The locally baked buns and freshly sliced steak.. Yum. We washed down the tasty sandwich with some beers. The place truly feels like a neighborhood bar and want to hang out there any night.
(5)Brian F.
So, I've seen all the reviews of McNally's Schmitter sandwich and kept asking myself "Beef. Salami. Cheese. Tomato. Onion. Sauce. How could can it be"? Two words -- the best!. Yeah, it's a small place, kind of divey , and dated, but in a good way. Limited menu, but with great daily soups and specials (delicious split pea with ham soup and an authentic- looking lobster roll the night I was there). But if it's your first time, get the Schmitter and a cold draft ( did I mention the awesome draft list?). You will not be disappointed.
(5)Jay G.
McNally's Tavern is a small bar located at the top of Chestnut Hill with great food and a good draft beer selection. There is parking available on the street, but I am not a fan of leaving my car on the street so other people can play bumper cars with it. If you go around behind McNally's Tavern on Rex Avenue and turn onto Hilltop Road, there is a Philadelphia run parking lot on the left where you pay the machine by the little hut in the parking lot and stick the paper in your windshield so you don't get a ticket. I decided to come here with my girlfriend on the drive home from town as I was looking to have a Schmitter for a while now. The last time I was here was years ago and my girlfriend didn't even know the place existed anyway, so that had to change. The other thing I noticed is that we couldn't visibly see where McNally's Tavern was when we first drove by on Germantown Avenue, so at first I was confused if it was still even open, but finally we found it after parking and walking by the door. We arrived in the mid-afternoon hours, so the bar was pretty empty with only a few other people there. We decided to sit at the bar over the tables for obvious reasons. The bartender was very friendly and I decided to have a Golden Monkey on tap while my girlfriend had a Stella Artois. The Golden Monkey on tap was very good and my girlfriend enjoyed her Stella. After waiting for my girlfriend to debate what she wanted on the menu, we both ended up getting Schmitters. I ordered the cole slaw and she got the chips, this way we could have both. The Schmitters were piping hot upon arrival at the bar, fresh off of the grill that you could visibly see right from the bar or tables. Once they cooled a tiny bit to our acceptabilities of heat, we chowed down on them as they were as delicious as we expected with the smell and taste that resembles a cheesesteak but with a complete different turnoff by the special sauce and other toppings. This sandwich is definitely a Philadelphia icon for a reason and should remain on the top list of foods to try while in Philadelphia. Overall, McNally's Tavern provided a great experience for my girlfriend and I. We will definitely be back after reviewing a handful of other places in the area that we haven't reviewed or tried yet.
(4)Bee D.
We were staying in the Philadelphia area and driving around aimlessly. Somehow we got detoured away from the neighborhood we were staying in (Chestnut Hill) and needed to get back. We also needed lunch. Onstar needed an address. Randomly I choose McNally's from a brochure I was given at our accommodations. 57 soups, famous sandwich? I'm in. Onstar gave us directions and off we went. I will say even with address in hand this place is easy to miss. We walked past it several times before realizing it was a restaurant. The outside is very misleading. Once inside, the space is cramped but warm in a Cheers kind of way. We found the staff to be friendly and service very fast efficient. On the downside the space is really small and you're almost on top of your neighbors. I also thought it was cold in there and the bathroom hard to get to. I would not recommend for larger folks, handicapped persons, or family with kids, strollers, and gear. Our course we had to order soup (only 2 selections were available that day) a chicken corn chowder, which wasn't made as traditional as expected but was delicious. It was filled with huge chunks of melt in your mouth chicken in a thinner full flavored milky broth with potatoes, celery, and a small amount of corn. Clearly the chicken was the star of the show and the corn took a backseat. Next we order the Schmitter - the famous sandwich - piled a mile high with thin slices of juicy beef, fried onions, cheese, tomatoes, fried hard salami and smothered in a "secret sauce" (a thousand island dressing type sauce). Delicious! So good in fact that the Mr insists I try to make them at home. For $10 it was a meal in itself and chips were served on the side. I had to force myself to eat it all. This is a sandwich that could easily be shared due to the enormous size, but be sure to ask for extra napkins - this thing is messy! If it wasn't for that random brochure and the need to give Onstar an address we would have totally missed this place, but we're so glad we didn't!
(4)Marissa N.
Holy Schmitolli. Schmitter is a fanfreakintabulous sandwich, the meat is shaved and then heated up caramelizing with the onion. A great side of coleslaw or chips accompany the sandwiches. We also tried the Dickens, dicktastick! My lucky day, I got the "free Guiness" glass. A drink special of the day was ginger beer, vodka, lime n lemon [aka Moscow Mule] in a fancy pants copper mug, sweet sweet mothers milk of summer days I could drink it all day long. Very little seating but they serve dishes up quickly and it's well worth the wait. Don't be those people and sit around jawwing. Get your can up and walk off that sandwich.
(5)Rachie T.
One of my favorite places to go and grab food. If I go with my mom we Will share a schmitter and the grilled chicken Caesar salad, which are both delicious. The food is always hot and fresh and the atmosphere is great. The schmitter is their staple and is so for a reason! And the chicken on the grilled chicken Caesar salad is AMAZING!
(5)Ethan P.
I went here after finding McNally's Schmitter listed on a "Top 10 cheesesteaks in Philly" article. The Schmitter sounded like an interesting spin on the classic cheesesteak, but now that I've had one, I'd be more inclined to call it a sandwhich loosely inspired by the cheesesteak (not that that's a bad thing at all). The main differences between a typical cheesesteak and a Schmitter are the Schmitter's kaiser bun, tomoatoes, salami, and special sauce--all of which turned out to be fantastic additions to the sandwhich. The sauce in particular was amazing. I went in on a Saturday afternoon, so they weren't busy at all. Service was prompt and friendly. Also, if you don't care to parallel park outside (I'm pretty bad at parallel parking, so I avoid it if I can) there's a small paid lot behind the tavern. For about a dollar you can get an hour and 15 minutes, which was plenty of time for me. To find it, turn down Rex Ave, left on Shawnee (careful--it's a two way road, but when I was there there were so many cars parked on it there was only room for one-way traffic), left on Hilltop and you'll see the lot come up off the curve.
(5)sandra l.
I'm stuck here because of the snow and it would be nice if there were items on the menu that were vegan. Beer is OK not great
(2)P L.
Another great night at McNally's! Saturday night is great and Chris is animated and unexpected as always! What a great joint!
(5)Jasmine K.
I don't go here for the Schmitter. I go to McNally's for their chicken cheesesteaks! They are amazing!!!!!! You won't be disappointed if you order this ---Chicken cheese steak on a long roll with American, fried onions and hot peppers cooked in.
(5)Jack M.
This food tastes delicious in my mouth. The Schmitter is on fleek. The cheesteaks are good also.
(5)Joanna M.
In the family for generations, it's easy to see why this place has survived. You don't go for the ambience, you go for sandwiches the size of your face with all the flavour to match. The schmitter - McNally's answer to the Philly cheese steak - is their speciality. It comes on a kaiser roll with pepperoni, onions, tomatoes and "secret sauce", served with a side of slaw or chips. Not great for a summer's day as there are only windows at the front but even on a weekday there was a steady flow of locals coming for their sandwich fix. The total came to $60 for 5 specialist sandwiches. Would definitely go back.
(4)Brandon H.
Just got back from lunch and man was it good. I had the world famous Schmidter sandwich. So delicious. But now I feel like I'm in a food coma. I need a nap pronto.
(4)Jacob B.
If you're looking for a good bar with good food in CH, this is where it's at. The Schmidter is delicious and the cheese steaks are also solid.
(5)mike v.
Home of The Schmitter. Nuff' said.
(5)J D.
Got here after work on a weekday. Seat at the bar for my virgin visit. Guinness on tap and a bartender who know how to pull one from the tap. Good start. Ordered the schmitter, watched them make it. I hope the prep are hand washers cause they bare hand everything. Schmitter served with a few chips. Sandmich was good, very good. Attentive bartender. Nice little neighborhood irish bar with good food. I'll be back and I'll try the Tobias and maybe the dickens.
(4)Scott H.
Get the Tobias™. Everyone knows McNally's Tavern as the Home of The Schmitter®, but don't be afraid to try some other items on the menu. For instance, the other sandwich worthy of trademarking is the Tobias™ -- for $9.45 you get: grilled beef, fried pepperoni & salami, provolone cheese, fried onions, tomato & special sauce on a Kaiser roll. After you get sick of that, try something with their roasted turkey. The sandwiches come with a handful of chips and are served on clear plate stolen from Sizzler's Salad Bar. Expect a short wait when you get there. The bar will probably be full of locals, so you'll need to wait near the door. Parking is a pain, just take the first spot you find and walk.
(5)Katie I.
Just ate here and it was amazing! Doesn't quite look like much from the outside but the food and service were top notch. All the staff, including the cook, were extremely friendly and helpful with making food decisions. I split the chicken cheesesteak and the schmitter. I got fried onions and mushrooms on the chicken cheesesteak and it was great! Also went for the long roll and extra meat options...why not?! If you're in the area you definitely need to stop here! SO good!
(5)Alison S.
It's funny, I have been coming here my whole life and never reviewed it. First of all The Schmitter is divine (wrong but divine). However so are the soups and the Dickens and basically any sandwich you will get here. Everything is fresh and fantastic. The Bloody Mary's (with extra extra hot sauce of course) are awesome and not served in the wuss glasses you get everywhere else. The bartenders are great (of course I know most of them so I am biased). Of course you feel a little claustrophobic in here but it's worth it. Now I have to bring the Mister since in the 11 years he's lived out here, he's never been...bad wife huh?
(5)Cara T.
Love love LOVE McNally's! Hubs always gets the Schmitter and I love their chicken sandwich. The Schmitter was the first meal he's ever actually moaned out loud during. A meal is not complete here without the chocolate cake. It is the BEST chocolate cake I've ever had. The owner bakes it in her kitchen at home every morning and brings it over to the tavern. You must eat this cake. Actually, don't eat it because sometimes they run out and I want to be sure that they'll have enough of the cake for me. The place is small and cozy. This translates to a minimal number of tables. They have 2 large tables in the back but if it's a weekend and your party is larger than 4, it may be difficult to get seated. I don't mind this though because I prefer the smaller setting. You can't go wrong here.
(5)Laura J.
I like this place for their "Schmitter" - it's a horribly unhealthy but delicious variant of a Philly cheesesteak. The bar is comfortable and the staff hospitable. It's not a good place for large groups though as the whole Tavern is pretty small in size.
(5)Jessica S.
McNally's is a classic. The Schmitter is so delicious that my mouth is watering just thinking about it. The service is very friendly. If Maria has made her coconut cake, you've got to have a slice. The chocolate cake is great, too.
(5)Lisa N.
The bartender offered me a taste of the beer I ordered ( a little lite for my pallate), then talked me into something else which was perfect for what I was looking for. Chicken corn chowder was so good we had to order another of their soups to try, and the tomato fennel didn't disappoint. Chicken cheese sandwich was outstanding, and make sure you save room for the chocolate cake...homemade, in the real sense of the word. Yum!
(5)Danielle B.
I had the G.B.S. and Joe had The Dickens. And we both had a Lagunitas beer. The service was friendly, the food was GREAT, and the beer tasted better than most drafts (which must mean they actually clean the lines!). I expected the G.B.S. to be cheesier (and therefore less healthy), but it was mostly veggies and a delicious combination of cheese. Yum! For as old as this building is, they keep it spic-n-span. Hope to take my parents back here before I leave town again.
(5)Christine M.
We would give 3.5 if poss. Great service and fun environ. Food good but a bit greasy. Awesome beer. Beer selection a 5 and great value
(3)Charles S.
Very overrated. The bar was dingy and dirty and the Schmitter was disappointing. If you want a real sandwich, go to Cisco's and order the cheese steak hoagie!
(3)Philly B.
Great all-around tavern/bar. The food, especially the Schmitter, is excellent. The staff is great and can handle a large crowd, as it will get packed on a Saturday night.
(4)Judi F.
Just ate here today for my birthday! A friend recommended this place. Awesome food. I had the Schmitter and my hubs had the traditional Philly Cheese Steak. Both were the bomb. The bartender was super nice as well as the other folks working there. If u are ever in Chestnut Hill this place is a MUST! Small but lots of atmosphere. Bring your appetite! Oh, btw beer is good too:)
(5)Dayna W.
Decided to stop in and try it. It was well worth the visit. We went with a Italian Hoagie and a cheese steak. Both were amazing. Then to top it off we decided to get the Carrot Cake and Wow wad that an amazing cake. If you go there you have to get the cake. You'll be glad that you did.
(5)Michael V.
Decent sandwiches, but u can break your teeth on the toasted bread of the turkey club,..it is that dry, over toasted, or could be frozen and defrosted, then toasted with crust falling apart. The Saturday afternoon bartender is rude and not friendly either. I waited a good period of time to be approached and he needs to thank patrons after bringing a charge transaction back when a check is paid out. That would increase his tips, but maybe he doesn't want a good tip. Seems to be a Delaware Valley trend where the customer thanks the server when paying. Should't it be the inverse? I never went back on a Saturday when he was on duty. Got him twice. Never again.
(2)James S.
I know it's repetitive at this point, but if you live in the area, or are just passing through, and haven't been to McNally's Tavern for a Schmitter, you need to do so asap! Yes, they sell them at the baseball stadium, and yes, other places have tried to copy this sandwich, but nothing is ever as good as the real thing! It is hard to explain why, but the Schmitter really is that good. If you can stop bye on a game night, grab a drink and a Schmitter and you'll find yourself in heaven. I've also heard great things about The Dickens, so if you've had your fair share of Schmitters, this is a good second option. With so much great bar food, the one thing that I was disappointed to find out is that they don't have a fryer, which means no wings. Nothing else to complain about. The place is great. If you are in the area, definitely give McNally's and the Schmitter a try!
(4)Fred T.
My first stop on trying to find the best Philly cheesesteak in Philly and it was OK, the place is small and I drove by it twice before finding it and even drove away the 2nd time as there was some big orange/pink sign on the outside that said something about "public notice" (I found out later that it was a public notice they were allowed to serve alcohol) so I thought they had been closed down. I called the phone number and they said they were open till 11 so I went back. I got The Schmitter and it was alright but not great, the steak was great and the extras (salami, fried onions, etcetera) was nice but the "special sauce" brought it down, it tastes like thousand island dressing and there was too much, think of a Big Mac with too much special sauce, it ends up being too sweet. Draft beer (Dogfish 60) was good, easy to see the TVs, maybe a different entree would be better next time.
(3)RH S.
Quite honestly, if Guy Fieri went here, I probably would not have visited, since I really cannot trust his show since he does back flips for everything, bad and good. But since Todd Fisher of United States of Bacon fame is more reliable and less [or not] blinged-out I trust him more. I visited McNally's over Memorial Day weekend and was very pleased. My Schmitter was interesting and excellent as advertised along with pickles and the chopped Pennsylvania-style cole slaw. I was surprised how small McNally's is, but then again it's been there forever and people were smaller back then!! It's a real neighborhood place in a real neighborhood in the classy Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. If you go, don't forget the homemade chocolate cake!!
(5)Mimi W.
Great Saturday stop! Crew is awesome. Especially Fred! Chocolate cake is homemade & delicious!!!
(5)Steven B.
CCOD is a real problem here. What's that you ask? It stands for Caloric and Cholesterol Over Dose and is what happens when you inhale a Schmitter. Its major symptoms are glazed eyes and a silly smile. Thank God McNally's doesn't have a fryer. If this wonderful sandwich was served with French fries the death toll would be enormous. McNally's has another problem. The aforementioned sandwich is served with special Schmitter Sauce. When you eat this sandwich it's everywhere and getting it off your cell phone is a real bear. So many people trade in these less than attractive phones that the local Sprint store calls them Schmitter phones. Despite these problems this is one great place to have a sandwich a beer. The atmosphere is great and the people are especially friendly. Speaking of beer, this is really not a craft beer place. You'll find a few good microbrews but nothing exotic. If I'm within a few miles of Chestnut Hill my stomach starts to growl and my internal GPS just aims me for here.
(4)Heather M.
I live in Cali and am visiting family in PA. McNally's is like an old family friend. The service is great. The Schmitter is ridiculously wonderful, surpassing the Cheesesteak on my "must have" list. Wish it was Friday so I could have the snapping turtle soup. Yummy!
(5)Zach V.
Schmitter or Schmitter on a long roll? That is all you need to know about the food at McNally's. They do have other items on the menu but nothing to rave about. Finding this small bar might be tricky if you're not from the area. There is a very small sign on the outside wall and that's all you can see when walking by. The inside is dark & there are only a few tables. They have old metal beer mugs hung on the wall and the place looks like it hasn't changed in 50 years. McNally's is a throwback to the old days and it's a great spot to grab a beer and a sandwich. They don't have a large beer selection but usually there is at least one good beer on tap. I had a Trogue's Dreamweaver when we stopped last week before heading down to a Sunday Phillies game. If you ever frequented the Bent Elbow you will see a familiar face tending bar.
(4)Mikey I.
Ah! I haven't reviewed McNally's yet? That's a crime. Truth be told, I've only come here for one thing: Schmitters. The Schmitter is quickly rising on its way to being my favorite sandwich ever. And here, at McNally's the birthplace, they do it amazingly well. The McNally's at the ball park barely comes close. Generally speaking, the food and beer at this place is pretty cheap. For the most part, it's just a great neighborhood bar. As an outsider to that neighborhood, it's their specialty sandwich that makes it worth the hike to me. I know I owe it to myself to try something else there. I think next on my list would probably be "The Dickens" -- their Thanksgiving-themed turkey sandwich served all year long.
(4)Danan R.
Okay, I admit it. I just wanted the double Schmitter, which is why I stopped in. That sandwich is just so darn good that it's worth the imminent heart attack. Extra steak, cheese, sauce, onions, salami, and tomato slices on a fresh Conshy roll. The sauce is the best part although it is The only caveat is the somewhat limited beer selection, but the ambiance is very friendly and relaxed. They also had clam chowder tonight but it tasted bland. Stick with the schmitter or tobias (also has pepperoni for a spicy kick).
(4)Suq M.
Cozy family owned tavern with limited menu. What they do have is very good. Burgers are juicy, sizeable and delicious. Cheesesteaks are good, but not the best. Reasonable prices, always busy. Service is good, fast and friendly. I prefer next door, but we still come to McNallys too. I do love their Bacon Cheeseburger. They only have chips, not fries, because their kitchen is that small. One of these days I need to make it for the Monday Prime rib and give it a try.
(4)Brad C.
this place is a gem.... the beer is great.. the homemade soups rock.. The Schmitter is excellent.. but I normally get either the turkey club or roast beef club...The club sandwiches are really terrific.. The old fashioned charm of the place adds to a good time...
(5)Mike Z.
Awesome little joint, some good beer and a Schmitter, what is not to like! Wish they had some more room there since there are only a few tables to dine in. Was so glad I stumbled across this place, had low expectations, looking into what seems is a hole in the wall. Left very surprised and satisfied. Will def be back for some good grub and to watch a game.
(4)David F.
As bars go McNally's is great pub to grab some real food so I give it 5 stars based on small corner bars go. I've heard people say it's too snooty for a dive bar and too dumpy for a upscale bar (I guess because it's in an upscale area then it's expected to be upscale). Well if you're in these camps then you're just ignorant about bars. McNally's is neither a dive bar or an upscale bar. Nope, it's just a real, old fashioned corner bar that's been around in the same family for many generations. What's that mean? It means the food is just the way it was for many decades and the proof is in the pudding. I've had the Schmitter which is really yummy but not my favorite in the place. Believe it or not they have an awesome cheesesteak. The meat they use is really a good quality steak (not too thin but not too thick and also not too fatty but just right). When you get the sandwich it has this extra crispiness to it that you normally don't get with a cheesesteak and to me that's what makes it unique. Personally I think they have one of the best cheesesteaks in Phillly. They don't have a fryer but that's not a bad thing. They may have a limited menu but they've turned it into a positive by using homemade foods that aren't frozen and tastes like home. Also, since they don't have a fryer you won't get that fryer grease that persists in most small bars floating in the air infiltrating everything in the place giving it a greasy-spoon atmosphere. Nope this is just like mom's kitchen if she happened to have a really really old kitchen with a bar in it. That's what makes McNally's special and that's why you should go.
(5)Christine S.
I think some people either love this place, and some people hate it. I for one, am really not a fan. The food wasn't THAT great, and outside of the one thing that they are known for (The Schmitter), everything else is pretty horrendous. I agree that this place is sort of the "Cheers" in the neigborhood where everyone seems to know each other, but I do not agree that they are just as friendly to newcomers. I was a newbie and the guy behind the bar was completely rude when i was asking questions like, "does it come with fries?" As if I should have KNOWN that though most other places serve fries with their sandwiches or entrees, THIS PLACE doesn't have a fryer so they don't do that. It's just too snobby for a dive atmosphere bar. You want good food, and friendly faces? Go to Campbell's place. Never has let me down.
(1)Bradford G.
Fun, small bar in Chestnut Hill. Only a few tables for sit down eating, and only one reason to go - the Schmitter - an awesome steak sandwich with a special sauce. Get the double and pig out.
(4)Mitch E.
Schmitter!!! Irish goodness! If it's good enough for Wee John, then it's too good for you! Fresh and delicious. Yum in my tum, time to jig now!
(4)Verlye C.
One of my favorite places in Philadelphia. I always get the George Bernard Shaw ($8.35) which includes "3 cheeses: Swiss, American & Provolone, melted on top of green peppers, onions mushrooms & tomatoes. Top with fresh romaine & our special sauce on a kaiser". The service is usually quick.
(5)Kristen S.
This place is what a neighborhood bar should be. Dark, crowded, good food, friendly waitresses, surly bartenders. If you know this going in, you'll have a great time. I highly recommend sitting at the bar for a Flyers game and ordering a Schmitter and a drink. The "kitchen" is right behind the bar, and they move pretty fast. There's no fryer, so you'll get chips with your sandwich. Small menu, but everything is pretty good, especially the specialty sandwiches.
(4)Jennifer S.
What the Dickens? This Thanksgiving sandwich comprised of turkey, stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce made me HATE Thanksgiving. As I write this a week after having it, I'm drinking water because it was sooo dry. It may have been because it was on a kaiser roll.... Dry like a doctor's sense of humor. It was a HUGE sandwich though. I could still have been eating it today if it weren't so.... DRY.
(2)Brad P.
The Schmitter is a very good sandwich. It isn't worth the schlep from Center City but if you are in the area then you are a fool(or vegetarian) for passing this up. It is not so much a meat-explosion, but definitely at least a flavor reverberation. The roll is great and the tomato really rounds out the flavor and reminds you that there's at least something kinda healthy in this disciplined gluttony.
(4)Holly O.
This place is a small, hole in the wall type establishment that has been around for ages and only recently actually put a sign out front. It's that kind of place. The kind that has a following of loyal neighborhood customers who know what they like and get it regularly. If you come here, know that you will need to try their classic, the Schmitter. The rest of the menu is...how do i say...boring sounding? That is far from the case when it comes to how their food tastes--most of what we've tried is good! But their menu is pretty basic and the general food does not have much description. Honestly, their menu kind of confuses me...I usually feel uninspired to try anything on it outside of the usual just because of the layout. My husband is a loyal fan of the Schmitter and has brought many people here just for the purposes of partaking in the indigestion inducing grease comma that accompanies this sammy. I, for one, am a fan of their Chicken Cheese steak or Chicken Ceaser salad (which is a very large portion). We recently had their stuffed meatloaf with mashed potatoes which was really good. I ordered the beef barley soup which was not that great, just overall lacking in flavor. Our server was really nice and picked up on the fact that I wasn't feeling the soup and offered to take it off the bill even though I told her that was not necessary.
(4)J. J.
this is my bar. great atmosphere, awesome food. people are cool. theyre fans of paul rickert, too! and, if i had to pick a last meal, it'd be a schmitter. mmm. had to take a star off because they dont do fries. BUT! if i ever live close enough to this place to walk, id be a regular... no doubt.
(4)Tom D.
McNally's is a small bar at the top of the hill in Chestnut Hill. If you don't know where to look you'll probably miss it because it is literally a hole in the wall. The bar is very small, with the bar down the left and a row of tables down the right with barely enough space for 2 people to pass in between. If you're going and hoping to sit and relax, avoid game nights and weekends as the bar can get packed with people very quickly. McNally's is famous as the home of the Schmitter, a sandwich which Maxim once described as "a cheesesteak on crack". Although it's so different from a cheesesteak I'm not sure I'd classify it as such. Either way it is incredible and a sandwich everyone should try at least once. (Unless you have heart problems, you'll feel your arteries clogging as you eat it) The only other place in Philly to get a Schmitter is at Citizens Bank Park, however the ones at the stadium don't compare to the ones at McNally's. I can't really speak to McNally's other food, even though I have gone several times planning on trying something else. Invariably I see someone there eating a Schmitter and my stomach refuses to let my brain attempt anything else.
(4)Melissa V.
Love the grilled ham/cheese, and the green salad with pepper corn dressing. Great service and prices too.
(5)Pam A.
We came for the Schmitter - my son, actually did not like it - clearly there is something wrong with him - I thought it was terrific, and messy. I had the Peter Rabbit - DELISH. Everyone's food looked good, the service was beyond friendly. If I lived in Chestnut Hill I would weigh 3,000 lbs from hanging out at the friendly, long time no smoking tap room.
(4)Annie B.
This place was pretty good, but my particular meal was just OK. My boyfriend really enjoyed his Schmitter and the carrot cake was insanely delicious. They had some crab/corn chowder that was also very good. I had a burger which was just OK and it came with chips, which for dinner, is not particularly my preference. I wanted to get one of their specialties, but the Schmitter was a little too fatty for me - several meats, cheese, thousand island-like sauce. And The Dickens pairs cranberry and turkey, which I really hate, so I just stuck with a plain ol' burger. The beer selection on tap was also surprisingly underwhelming for a pub. The thing that was strange for me was that we went at 9:30 on a Friday night and there was barely anyone around. It was the strangest thing ever. It seemed like the kind of place that would be hoppin' but the bar itself was relatively empty. Also they were also rockin' some terrible pop music from a radio at the bar. I believe Miley Cyrus came on at some point. Service - just aight. Very slow to bring the bill, but very friendly. So my bottom line is - go for a lunch sammie, get the Schmitter if you have low cholestrol to start, or go on a Sunday afternoon to watch the Eagles and grab a low key beer.
(3)Caroline P.
every so often, we would hold a business lunch here and the damn schmitter would be there mocking me...i won't go into details about exactly what goes into a schmitter (as others have done a fab job of describing it), but i will tell you that it is a rite of passage on the hill and is the sloppy-delicious kind of sandwich that once you wrap your mitts around it, you won't be able to put the darn thing down until you are finished and your fingers are dripping - you probably want to limit yourself to one a year though great little neighborhood joint
(4)jed p.
Small place, lots o character. Dinner on a Saturday night and the place was full of young families. I enjoyed the Schmitter, sauce on the side, and found it to be tasty indeed. Served with chips, I would have preferred fries or something more substantial and found myself eating all the pickles and peppers from the table and wishing I'd ordered the chowder. Tables are close, felt like we were a part of the date to our left. I recommend it.
(4)Corry M.
Awesome!!! Staff is super friendly. The schmitter is heaven on a bun. Chicken cheesesteak on a long roll is delicious, as well as their soups. i highly recommend their draught Guinness...Criag, the best bartender ever, will even surprise you with a shamrock of good luck :)
(4)Taylor A.
The Schmitter is grrreat...but I think I'm IN LOVE with the Dickens! "The Dickens" is the bomb!! Tiny place...TONS of character! Definitely order a Walt Whit and a yummy sammich!
(4)Tom M.
Great establishment. Know going in there is no deep fryer. Probably for best, considering the meats and cheeses you inhale here. If you're going purely for taste, with no consideration for the well being of your body, get the Schmitter. Sublime. The Dickens (Thanksgiving Dinner sandwich) is great too, but the real secret of McNallys is the ham. They bake it each day. A simple ham and cheese sandwich there is amazing. Not much room, so not good for large parties. Keep it less than 5 and you'll be OK.
(5)Jeff B.
Echoing the sentiments of all the other reviews on this page - the Schmitter might be the greatest sandwich ever constructed. I first experienced the Schmitter when I first moved to Chestnut Hill 6 years ago. I was out for a run late at night when two college aged "dudes" asked me where "that famous sandwich place is." I had no idea what they were talking about, but since most everything worth a damn in Chestnut Hill is at "the top of the hill" that's the direction I pointed them in. The next day, I did a Google search for "Chestnut Hill - Famous Sandwich" and found the McNally's page. Anyone who has been to this place knows why I didn't know about it before my chance frat-boy encounter -- the restaurant has no sign on the front of it. Just a big green door with a small brass plaque on the front. A feature that I find very, very cool... Long story long, the Schmitter is such a good sandwich that I crave it CONSTANTLY. That said, a sandwich comprised of cheesesteak, salami, fried onions, fried tomatoes and thousand island dressing isn't exactly the type of food you can eat each day so I have made a deal with myself that I am only allowed to get a Schmitter when I have guests in from out of town. So, if you're not from Philadelphia and you're looking for a place to stay - let me know. I haven't had a house guest in a few months, so I am jonesing to get Schmit-faced. Except on special event days (Chestnut Hill Arts Festival, etc), McNally's offers a "regular" Schmitter, which comes on a kaiser roll and a "large" Schmitter, which has double meat and is served on a standard Amoroso hoagie roll. Always, ALWAYS get the large it is SOOO worth the calorie count. I can easily down two larges in one sitting (and then not eat for another week). Mad props for "The Dickens" sandwich too - imagine all the best things about Thanksgiving crammed into a kaiser roll - Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry Sauce. They roast, and carve the turkey on location so the place always smells amazing. The only thing that could make the Dickens better would be a big side of gravy to dip it in. I make this suggestion for two reasons. 1. the sandwich is made with white breast meat, which is almost always dry (not a jab at McNally's, white meat in general is dry) and 2. gravy is just awesome (and something that I, and many others, would probably pay extra for). Have stopped here for take-out beer on occasion as well. Skip that unless there are no other options - the take out selection is pretty small and is kind of expensive. Check out the Trolley Car Diner (and my review) at the other end of the Hill for their (amazing) build-your-own six pack selection. In conclusion, skip Pat's and Geno's, forget about the roasted pork sandwich... if you want a life-changing sandwich experience the next time you are in Philadelphia, swing by Chestnut Hill (a really beautiful neighborhood full of GIGANTIC old stone houses) for a Schmitter. It'll blow your mind. P.S. Please, please god... let the McNally's staff read the part about gravy for the Dickens.
(5)Alice Z.
Good food. Fast service. I was lucky enough to have room after my chicken wrap for some delicious carrot cake last week. It does get busy during the week at lunch time, so we try to get there a bit early to get one of the tables. There is a small parking lot ($) that's tucked away behind the stores.
(4)Nick G.
McNally's is the kind of place that you used to find all over the city, a neighborhood bar. A place where almost everyone knows each other, but they are not standoffish to newcomers. A nice selection of whisky, beer on tap and a pub menu.
(4)Stephen M.
Ok, ok....I have to say it.... the Schmitter totally lives up to the hype... TOTALLY! We finally checked this place out last week. For starters, I love how tucked away it is. Find the green door, with the tiny "McNallys" sign next to it, and your in. On the other side, you find a smaller than expected space, not too small, very cozy, that has a very colonial feel to it. This, I think, is accentuated by the pewter beer mugs festooned all about the bar. Frankly, I was instantly in love! It was comfortably packed with locals out for a bite and the Phillys game, and my Girl commented more than once about how pleasantly quiet it was On to the food.... My first disappointment game when I looked for appetizers and found none....then looked for fries and found none. An inquiry of our very sweet and attentive waitress revealed they have no fryer... Really? No Fryer??? in a PUB???? kind of a shock. I have a deep working class love of all things fried, so this was fairly upsetting, but so be it....what they DID have was The Schmitter, and I dove in with both feet. I ordered the double meat, foot long schmitter, and frankly, was expecting good, but , given the hype, disappointing. I was mistaken. This is a SUPERB sandwich! All of the elements blend together so well. If you get the big one, then you don't get every flavor in every bite, because its all spread out over such a large area, so each bite is a slightly different experience than the last. I devoured the entire thing and never stopped smiling. So the Schmitters a winner... but sadly, it would seem they are resting on their laurels with it. My Girl got a burger, and it was one of the worst either of us have ever tasted. Totally dry, unseasoned, overcooked, and unimpressive in every way.... well, the bread was good... i'll give em that. Good bread, however, only goes so far in saving a lousy burger. So, that killed it. I think if we both had Schmitters this would be a 4 or five star review, but the burger was really disappointing, as was the unavailability of any of the usual fried pub-food delights so near and dear to me. DEFINATLY go there.... Eat a scmitter, but thats it.
(3)Anon W.
The sandwiches used to be good. I had a Dickens (got it to go) recently, It was dried out and freezer burnt. They swear they never use frozen meat, if that is true than who ever they buy it from freezes it because there is no mistaking that taste. It is a local place and even if you have been waiting for a table for an hour, if one of their regulars walks in they will be seated before you. I had a friend that was there with several people late in the day (had lunch and stayed to have a few beers) they were actually asked to leave because "our regulars are going to start to come in". I used to like the place...
(1)Tracy W.
Yummmm! I don't eat meat 362 days of the year. On one of the 3 that I do I went to McNallys. I was ready to order one of the few vegetarian options when my husband said, "What are you doing? You have to get a schmitter!" So I did and, wow, was it tasty! We had a disagreement about whether it was roast beef or chip steak. I say roast beef. It was good, whatever it was, and made better by the grilled salami and awesome toppings. Fried onions, warm tomatoes, cheese and special sauce (thousand island?). I added pickles and hot peppers to mine. I know I'll probably never eat it again...hmmm, well maybe I will ;-)
(5)Tom C.
The Schmitter came up in a recent thread and as I happened to have had one Sunday I thought I'd revisit my review. Sunday, Bloody Sunday. Before our butts hit the bar stools I had ordered two Bloody Marys. They came to us in the larger royal pint glasses, made by a loving hand. This is good, because at $8 they aren't cheap. Next it was Schmitter time. What we have here, is, failure to moderate. A heaping amount of freshly roasted and sliced roast beef, with a few slices of grilled salami, onions, tomato, covered in melted cheese and finished with "special sauce" (which as near as I can tell is thousand island and mayo, but with out the pickles in the island part...) This is then packed on and served in possibly the best kaiser roll I've ever had. I don't know if it was the sandwich, the bloody mary, or the fact that the Flyers were up 5-0 on the Rangers...but I thought for a moment I was dreaming.
(5)Melissa L.
Eh, I don't want to give this review, but it must be given. I meant to get a Schmitter at the Phillies Braves game last week and didn't get to, so I was desperate for one and journeyed out to Chestnut Hill to take care of my craving. The pub is cute, and the Schmitter is better in person than in the stadium, which is kind of amazing, because it's pretty much perfection in the stadium. Though, all food tastes better under stadium lights, I think. But the problem was the way we were served was so perplexing. I feel like the bartender had a plan and it wasn't a mistake, but that doesn't make it right. I ordered turkey chili (not spicy whatsoever, but tasty enough) and a schmitter ($5 on Tuesdays, great deal), and my boyfriend ordered a caesar salad (also $5 on Tuesdays) and a Schmitter. Easy enough - bring the chili and the salad, then bring our sandwiches. But instead, my chili came out, then five minutes later my boyfriend's Schmitter came out...the end. I watched him demolish the sandwich I'd been dying for for a week and sort of just kept looking at the open kitchen at the end, trying to figure out if they missed my order...if they were bringing the salad ever...and then when he was all done with the Schmitter, out came his salad and my sandwich. Heh? Don't make someone sit and watch the person they are with chow on a delicious sandwich for so long they finish the entire thing before you see any sign of your entree! That's cruel and unusual. (side note, boyfriend did offer me his whole, or at least half of his sandwich, but I said no to both, wanting my own plate.) But the food is good, and my schmitter was amazing, of course. The caesar is delicious. I will probably just stick to the ball park variety from now on, though.
(2)Jess D.
Cozy atmosphere and GREAT food. Turkey chili is a must (when available).
(4)Jocelyn P.
I'm in love. I had a whole eloquent review ready last night, but I didn't want to disrupt my zen by getting on the computer and distracting myself from just appreciating the feeling that all was right with the world. And it was all thanks to McNally's. It's a tiny little bar. And it's definitely a bar. They serve sandwiches, prime rib, etc. Real food. For real people. That enjoy eating at a bar. Don't get me wrong, it's not a college bar. There are plenty of families eating at the 8-10 tables and the counter. And more than a few regulars eating at the bar. The first thing you notice when you walk in is how accurate it is to call it a Tavern. It's everything you would imagine when you think of the word tavern. And it's genuine. It wasn't built 20 years ago to resemble a tavern. This place is the real deal, from the wood rafters to the metal beer mugs hanging from them to the bartender, built like Gaston from Beauty and the Beast. We grabbed a couple beers and sat at the two-seater counter in the very front. The bartender took care of us all night, and my husband was thrilled to get a Guiness the right way. I don't know the details of Guiness enough to know what the right way is, but apparently they did it. I took him there for the Schmitter, so he didn't even need to look at the menu, and I got a bacon cheeseburger, planning on sharing both. They cook all of their meats each day for their sandwiches, and they grind their beef daily. The cheeseburger made me embarassed to have ever said that the Bruschetta burger at Bennigan's was the best burger I had ever tasted. It was unbelievable. The bacon was cooked like it was going to be served on its own, not flat and dead like most bacon that is going to be placed on a burger. It was crispy and curly and perfect. And the meat was out of this world. And the Schmitter. Oh the Schmitter. You can get them at quite a few places these days, including the Linc and Citizens Bank Park. I'm sure they are good at those places, but at McNally's it isn't just a sandwich. It's an experience. The meat, the cheese, the onions, the tomato, the sauce... It all combines to this one moment of utter perfection as it hits your taste buds. Some people call it a cheesesteak. Some people call it a sandwich. All I know is I've never experienced anything like it before. Ever. You have to be 21 to sit at the bar, but they have a few tables and a counter, too. It was pretty busy when we got there at like 6:30 and got busier as the hour and a half or so went on, so give yourself time to wait for a spot.
(5)C K.
Closest thing to a real English pub local in a village that you'll find in the US. The decor is not faux English pub, there are no overstuffed chairs, there are sports on TV, BUT the feel of this family-owned pub is as good as the best pubs, and friendly to newcomers too. I love introducing people to this gem.
(5)Paul D.
The Schmitter is fantastic! Great beer and knowledgeable bartenders. The drawback---- is that B102 on the stereo? Awful- made me feel like I was at a crappy dentists office. Please, with all the options of great music, why put on that garbage? All my senses were happy except that one. I asked the barkeep to change the music, and he told me the owner insists its kept on B102. Get decent music and I'll be back. otherwise, I'll stay at McMenamins
(2)Carrie E.
Something is afoot in the universe. I'm worried that soon we're all going to be sucked into a black hole. Why? Because apparently I'm on a quest this week to subconsciously increase my ass size by at least 40%. First, there was the cheesesteak I had for dinner the other night. And an enormous chocolate chip cookie for breakfast. Then, the fries with mayo I ate for lunch. Later, the other part of the cheesesteak I ate last night a few hours after eating some noodles and a Snickers Bar. And today...once again...I heeded the siren song of the Schmitter. I am full. I am drowsy. My belly feels like it's going to explode and my arteries are constricting as I type this. But do I regret it? Hellz no...in fact, there's still some on the plate in front of me, dripping that sweet sweet secret sauce and greasy goodness, and overflowing with sliced beef, cheese, fried onions, tomatoes and salami. I'll try to resist it, but I'm probably going to end up licking the plate. When I think about it, it kinda feels like the morning after. And the trip to the kitchen to get rid of the scraps is going to be my own personal walk of shame. But I liked it. I liked it a lot. And I'll totally do it again, too.
(5)Arica N.
This is a great place for chilly days and nights, very cozy and they serve very hearty warming food. I'm not much of a meat person but their Schmitter sandwich and the Tobias are so delicious and quite filing. Picture saucy, meaty, grilled to perfection and you've got the Tobias. The prices are very reasonable and the crowd is a nice mix of families and old and young people. It seems like a real pub atmosphere for locals but still welcoming to those that are not from Chestnut Hill. It is not very clearly marked on the street, so if you plan to go you will have trouble spotting it from the car.
(5)Darrell T.
Awesome little place w/ very delicious sandwiches!
(5)Michael C.
I love hole in the wall bars. Especially ones that have pewter mugs hanging from the walls, and those big wooden beer barrels behind the bar. This place has been around for a hundred years. And they know how to serve a beer and sandwich. This isn't your highschool senior serving you, it's his mom. They know what they are doing back there. I'm don't know who invented the schmitter, but they are pure genius. I would have never thought that combination of meat would make one so happy. Very small place, but you eat and go. They have little tvs, but not the best to hang for the game. I think it would be a great place to take a date. It's a great test of character.
(4)Leah G.
So the schmitter is glorious, an amazing sandwich, but sometimes its just too much to eat for dinner. I was at McNally's and I looked at the table next to me, and a woman was eating a salad, with what appeared to be a cheesesteak on top. I asked, and in fact, it was a salad with cheesesteak on top. This salad has since become one of my favorite foods. The perfect balance of greens and glutton. This salad (and for most the schmitter) is worth the drive to Chestnut HIll.
(5)Sean S.
Best sandwich ever; I say without hesitation that given the ultimatum to choose between the cheesesteak and the Schmitter for eternity, goodbye cheesesteak. They take the steak, melted cheese, and fried onions we all know and love then add grilled salami, tomato, and secret sauce to create taste bud nirvana. Staff tell me they had to copyright the sandwich as their culinary invention was being ripped off left and right; now the Phillies and Eagles serve up Schmitters in their respective ball parks. Combine the ultimate sandwich with great beers on tap (Guinness, Harp, Lager and more) and pleasant service all in a small clean comfortable bar and the McNally family will continue to thrive on top of the hill. If for some reason anyone in your party doesn't want a Schmitter they serve prime rib every Monday and Crab cakes every Friday; I hear these are excellent but I don't look at the menu here anymore.
(5)Mark A.
This place is a Chestnut Hill institution, or so I have read. There aren't a lot of good places to hang out at night in Chestnut Hill, which is quite odd. It should have multiple vibrant night spots, but it doesn't. Too bad; but McNally's, I guess for many locals, is more than enough. It's a no-nonsense bar with great draught beers and solid food. The atmosphere is convivial and the staff is friendly. I had the Schmitter, which is their signature sandwich. Frankly, I don't get it. It's just kind of generic and okay, but I'm definitely a when-in-Rome guy. Next time, I'll go with another choice. They looked a lot more appetizing. But I'm kvetching. This place is about conversation, watching the Phillies lose to the Mets for the second night in a row, and hoisting back pints with friends. Maybe Chestnut Hill doesn't need more places like this. McNally's has been fitting the bill forever and they show no signs of slowing down. ps--no deep fryer, hence no fries, onion rings, etc. It doesn't make the place Weight Watchers friendly, but it might save you an angioplasty someday.
(4)Mallory S.
It's pretty easy to guess what I'm about to say about this tavern..so why beat around the bush? I absolutely, positively LOVE the Schmitter. I moved to Chestnut Hill a few weeks ago and sort of stumbled upon McNally's one night. I was instantly intrigued by the Schmitter and just had to have one...anything with a "special sauce" is sure to be amazing. And that it was! A great mixture of flavors with the salty meat and sweet onions and tangy sauce. Plus, who doesn't love a side of Ruffles potato chips? I had it a second time the other night and some how it was better than the first. Super friendly staff, the cook is nice too, good tap options, and the Schmitter is awesome!
(5)Emma D.
I really enjoyed the no-nonsense atmosphere of this place for dinner on Saturday night. It's definitely packed at meal times, so plan on early or 8pm or after dinner if you don't want to wait. We sat at the bar, had $5 draft beer, and split a Schmitter and a Dickens. Don't forget to ask for the hot peppers and pickles! They take the Schmitter (others have described it better) up that extra notch. The Dickens was a turkey, stuffing, and cranberry style sandwich that was devoured as quickly as possible. Even chatted with the guy next to us at the bar for a short time - definitely a fun local hang out.
(4)Michael E.
Chestnut Hill is one of the last places I would think of when I'm looking for something good to eat (or a place to shop, or hang out, etc), due to its stunning lack of good eateries. McNally's is different. To me the cheese stake cannot hold a candle to their signature and trademarked sandwich Schmitter, a magically delicious combination of "Sliced beef with extra cheese, fried onions, tomato, salami and our Schmitter Sauce on a flash-broiled Kaiser roll." Wow - if it didn't mean they would have to move me around with a forklift, I'd eat this every day. They also have a good selections of beer on tap, I recommend the Hoegarden, to offset the sandwich. I also have it on good sources that they have a freshly baked chocolate cake made by the owner's wife, I have not had the chance to try it yet. So, if your stuck in the hill, and you need some hardcore calories and a good beer, it doesn't get better than McNally's.
(4)Jenn H. H.
This is the anti-Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill icon, with its iconic sandwich, the schmitter. A gloriously gluttonous heaping of heart attack on a bun, I loved every delicious morsel. The place is tiny, and unless you know where it is, you're likely to miss it as it doesn't really have a sign. But once you're in, you'll feel right at home. It's warm and cozy and the servers are fun, friendly, and attentive. They have a good selection of beers on tap and just a great vibe. Amongst all the other cute, adorable, or swanky places on Chestnut Hill's main strip, this is the hole-in-the-wall beacon of low-key hope. They'll also card you in the middle of the day and go on and on about how young you look. You'll totally be smiling for the rest of the day!
(5)Sarah T.
Charming hole in the wall in Chestnut Hill. I scoped out places to get a cheesesteak in Philly (through yelp of course) and came up with this place which was right down the street from my hotel. I was originally planning to get the Schmitter but changed my mind at the last minute because I wasn't at all hungry. Somehow I thought a regular cheesesteak would be a better option...The cheesesteak was great and so was the local brew. I wasn't disappointed! The bartenders were really friendly and one even gave us a free CD of his band! I would definitely recommend this place if you are in the area. For those of you that live in CH, I envy you!!!
(4)Jeff H.
Could more accurately be called Tavern 9 3/4, my dad grew up in Mt. Airy and I have been up and down the drag in Chestnut Hill plenty of times and I had no idea this place existed until a friend told me about it. I enjoyed The Dickensâ„¢, Thanksgiving between two slices of whole grain bread (you can have white if you prefer). In a way it was better than Thanksgiving... no fuss, someone else cleaned up the mess. The turkey was nicely done and the cranberries were jellied which is a plus in my book. I could eat myself out of a pit of jellied cranberries but I'm not really interested in the whole variety. Be prepared to have your ID put through the ringer though. My first license wasn't good enough because I have a duplicate so they had to see something else with my name on it.. then I got a little receipt showing my license number and age. Fun souvenir, no?
(4)Nicole M.
Small homey bar. Service was friendly and food was good for bar food.
(3)Ashlee P.
Went there for the first time today and had their famous sandwich, the Schmitter. Hands down, the absolute best sandwich I have ever had anywhere. The beef was perfectly cooked along with the 2 slices of thick, salty salami, and not a drop of grease anywhere! The cheese along with the fried onions and special sauce only made the sandwich more amazing! I was worried I wouldn't be able to eat the entire sandwich, but the next time I looked at my plate I was saddened to see that nothing was left....My recommendation is to haul your butts to McNally's ASAP. Don't try it at the ballpark; trust me me....the chef knew her way around the open kitchen. Will definitely be going again very soon!!!!!!
(5)Helen D.
I didn't want to give 5 stars b/c I always think there has to be room for improvement - but I don't know where they would improve! Let's face it - we're NOT talking DIET food here folks. I've heard the SCHMITTER (which is WHY one eats here) comes in at about 900 calories. Yes, it IS worth it, once in awhile you just have to have a Schmitter b/c there is nothing like it. The service is ALWAYS SUPER. You can't get service friendlier than this place. Patrons are nice too - I remember the first time we came here - "regular customers" coached us on what to order (schmitter, of course) and HOW to eat it (there's a "secret"). Mrs. McNally makes HOME-MADE cakes and schleps them to the tavern for tasty delicious enjoyment. Seriously - HOME-MADE -- not "made on premises"....but made in a HOME, for real - WHERE do you get THAT???........with that said -- the bathrooms are a little tricky & maybe we could see improvement there... but really - i think that may be part of the experience (charm?) - finding the bathrooms in the belly of the restaurant - thru the storage room..... across from the washer & dryer - I kid you not! stop reading this & go to McNally's...........enjoy :)
(5)Paul H.
Great homemade soups and sandwiches. A Chestnut Hill institution that is not to be missed.
(5)T. M. S.
Scmitt-ER!!! The ones at the ballpark just aren't the same. I mean, some of the best eats at the park but hey! I am a purist all around, but I like schmutz - I like to do things up...whats wrong with truffles, tallegio, demi, frying, anything to boost something up bacon added to anything is always better right? Well this Sandwich is everything you've read - sloppy, cheesteak-y, salami-esque and something you want to turn your back toward the corner and suck the dripping up off your fingers as they drip. But hey, it's a bar, and can be loud so who gives a Sh***. If you have enough to drink before hand no worries. But Mcnally's isn't all Schmitter. They make great homemade soups, fresh roasted meats for fresh carved sammiches like old taverns -baked ham, roasted beef and turkey....pretty classic fare to sop up the suds. Nice warm drinking and Phillies cheering atmosphere. On the right afternoon or night you'll see familiar faces - Dorothy Krysiuk or Larry Mente...
(4)RIDE R.
McNallys has very good sandwiches, soups and the service is very good if youre 21+.. if youre under 21 you cant go in unless youre with your parents.. Not even to get a sandwich.. This place used to be affordable but it has gotten so expensive its not even worth going anymore.. Anyway the place gets way too crowded, not enough seats and tables.. So expect to wait in line..
(4)Grace G.
My main experience with McNally's is getting Schmitters at the ball park, which are generally very good. During the off season we decided to check out the original, and paid a visit to the hard-to-find bar in Chestnut Hill. The place was packed, with minimal seating and a large crowd in the "waiting area". We were able to get a seat at the bar with no wait, and ordered our schmitters with the customary Blue Moon. It was so incredibly good. My husband added bacon to his and said he might now be ruined for schmitters at the ball park it was so good. He would also occasionally pause mid-chew to tell us we were stupid to not have added bacon to our schmitters. I would be interested in trying some of the other menu options the next time we go back, but it's hard to resist the call of the Scmitter.
(5)Megan M.
hands down the best bar food i've tried in philly. i judge a bar by its burger. if a bar has premade frozen patties its off my list. all i look for is just good beef, fresh roll, crisp toppings, pickles and cooked to the right temp. mcnallys has all this (+ crabcake specials, prime rib, grilled cheese, a soup calendar +++homemade carrot cake)! what more could a girl ask for from a bar menu?
(5)Dana S.
I have a fridge full of tofu and a freezer full of Boca. Chicken is a stretch for me sometimes. So one might think I would avoid the Schmitter.... But no. No. Not ever. I came upon it accidentally about three years ago while housesitting in Chestnut Hill. An ex bf and I wandered up the block to the nondescript tavern with the barely-there sign... We entered.. We wanted beer. I've never thought my wanting beer at 1 pm was a good thing... But in this case, it changed my life. I was close to ordering a caesar salad when the bartender said in so many words, "What the h*ll are you doing? Why don't you get a schmitter?" So I got one. I wasn't even really hungry. But I housed the entire thing. There was meat. A lot of meat. And cheese? And something oniony? And the sauce... People - I don't even eat WINGS I think they're too gross and messy, but I felt like I was on a different planet where gross, greasy fingers didn't matter, and red meat was good for me. I think I owe myself a holiday schmitter, now that I think about it. That's it. I'm going this weekend.
(5)David G.
So you're heading to McNally's with some friends, you're not THAT hungry and you're thinking... "I'll just get some soup... maybe half a tuna sandwich on wheat... and a diet coke" Feeling pretty good about yourself you roll through the door, hang out for a few minutes while you wait for a table... subtly noticing everyone eating cheesesteaks, chicken cheesesteaks and hybrid sandwiches like the Dicken's and the Schmitter... it's then that you start to waver a bit, silently at first but then vocally.... "Maybe I'll get a Schmitter" you announce to no one in particular. "I mean, I'm here... and I can get a tuna sandwich and soup anywhere..." Your friends don't respond - they knew all along what your subconscious had decided the minute you agreed to go to McNally's. You're getting a Schmitter. You're going to love every greasy, russian-dressingy bite. You're going to be in a mild coma after the last bite... or dead passed out if you got the double. And, you're going to feel super guilty... but not until the next morning when you hop on the scale. This is all you need to know - Schmitter and a beer... (oh yeah, you bailed on the diet coke too)... maybe some corn chowder or turkey chili if you want to really punish yourself.
(3)Alan R.
A schmitter after a Chestnut Hill Film Group screening is an excellent way to finish a Tuesday night in the fall.
(5)James W.
The Schmitter is the best sandwich they have, if not a tad coma-inducing. There are off nights when the meet is tough and the roll is a little stale but overall McNally's is a great place for food, drink and friends.
(4)Lucy S.
Wonderful greasy sandwiches. That is all.
(5)Michael R.
This family-run tavern is one of my favorite places on Earth. A nice warm shelter from any storm, a pint (or half-pint) of Guinness, a good scotch or the world class (and famously kept "secret") The Schmitter. Is Jack Sharkey still around? I worked with him down the hill at Limeburner's Opticians. Tell him Michael says hi.
(5)Mike d.
The sandwiches speak for themselves and are fantastic (go for the tobias, the pepperoni is a nice touch), beer menu has to get better before they get 5 stars. Philly is a craft beer town, please put a couple on tap!
(4)Mr. B.
mmmmmm.....Schmittersssss......and snapper soup!
(5)Linda M.
4 stars for food taste and quality but 2 for lack of space and freedom to move around. I love their turkey chili and the BLT's are amazing. All of the sandwiches are great though! Oh, and their homemade chocolate cake! WOW.
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