Plumstead Inn

The only reason I go to this place is because you can drink outside. If it wasn't for the patrons and the fact I can bring the dog here while having beer with my friends I probably wouldn't go to the bar at all. It takes forever to get a beer, even for the patrons who frequent the place.

Haven't had their food nor do I think I will every try it. Beer selection is okay and their prices are fair. The place has a good ambiance and is worth a try.

They've made efforts lately to try and improve their physical plant, but I just can't get past the wait for a drink in this place.  The bar can be empty and it will still take the bartenders fifteen minutes to saunter over to me. I suppose if all you want is a cheap night out surrounded by people who want desperately to be in a douchey south philly bar, then this is your game, but I personally look for some style and class.

The Plumstead Inn re-opened in January 2012 after being closed for two years. I finally had the opportunity to dine there the other night. It was a warm spring evening, and the bar was not too crowded. Beer selection was adequate, with Troegs, Dogfish Head and Victory on tap, along with Warsteiner Dunkel, and Guinness. The wine by glass selection was decent as well, with prices ranging from 8-13 dollars per glass.

Food was ok. I ordered a lamb shank which was well done, fall off the bone, and had a nice infusion of rosemary flavor. The beans beneath it were good as was the broth. I was surprised I was not given and vegetables or starch as well. Began with a pedestrian house salad served with blue cheese dressing that resembled ranch. Rolls were whole wheat but nothing to right home about. DIning companion had chicken marsala which came with both a veg and potato. Entrees ranged from 12-30 dollars. Service was friendly and not intrusive.

Good addition to the local dinning scene. It is packed on weekends, but it is worth going to when it is not packed.