J D McGillicuddys

An Irishman walks out of a bar; it could happen!  You just experienced the world's shortest Irish joke and that's a fitting way to begin this review.  McGillicuddy's, often known as JDs, is a small local chain that doesn't quite know what it wants to be.  There are six locations and I've visited three.

The vibe of these places varies by location.  It could be dive bar, sports bar, or restaurant.  This location is in Upper Darby and feels like a dive bar to me.  Maybe a little nicer than some, but still a dive bar.  Take your sunglasses off when you walk in because it's dark in there.  As with most bars there are several TVs and some sports logos posted around but not enough to elevate it to a true sports bar. Drink prices are average or even on the low side with plenty of specials.

If you want some food that won't be a problem as the menu is extensive and inexpensive.  Just about every kind if fried appetizer, burger, sandwich, pizza, or wing, is available.  It's hard to find anything that costs more than $8 except for the large pizza.  Expect your food to be decent but nothing special.  You won't be using the term "gastro" here.  

There's a ton of competition within a mile or two and many of those competitors have easier parking.  If your priorities are drinking first and eating second, you may want to give this place a try.