Old City · Philadelphia · Since 1997
Philadelphia’s Irish Heart
A warm welcome, proper pints, live music, and the best Irish food in the city — just a stone’s throw from Independence Hall. Bígi Linn!
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We Are So Glad You Are Here
When you come to The Plough & The Stars, you can expect a warm and friendly welcome. We sit in the Old City District of Philadelphia, just a stone’s throw from the birthplace of America at Independence Hall — an authentic Irish pub renowned for its friendly staff and patrons, its great atmosphere, and its highly celebrated food.
It’s the perfect place for a quiet pint, a tasty meal, your favorite sporting event, a lively music session, or simply to rest your feet a while. We’ve been part of the Old City landscape since 1997, and remain the favorite watering hole for locals and visitors alike.
A man travels the world over in search of what he needs and returns home to find it.
George Moore
Welcome home. Sláinte!
— Marion & Jerome
A Proper Irish Night
Sessions, supporters, pints and parties — flip a coaster to see what’s on.
Trad sessions every week.
Events →Every Celtic match, live.
Celtic FC →The best pint in Old City.
Our menu →The upstairs is yours.
Private parties →The Perfect Gift
Give the Gift of The Plough
Treat someone to a proper Irish welcome — pints, live music and a meal by the fire. Plough & Stars gift cards are redeemable for food and drink, any night of the week.
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Loved by Locals & Visitors Alike
A few words from our guests — and there are over 1,800 more on Google.
The food was great! The Guinness, cold and on the ready. Everything was cooked perfectly.
The food was fire! I knew immediately I wanted the Guinness Casserole and it did NOT disappoint. Joe was a great bartender — quick, funny, and personable. It reminded us of our local bar in San Diego!
Great atmosphere, great food, great service — the Guinness Pot Roast is a few cuts above typical bar/pub food.