Bob & Barbara's

1509 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19146 USA

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Mon 4p-2a

Independent
Credit Cards
not Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Outdoor
Seating

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“Home of the "special"”

Bob and Barbara's Lounge has been serving cold beer, cocktails and live entertainment since 1969. We feature a Hammond B-3 organ combo playing "Liquor Drinking Music" with no cover charge every Friday and Saturday night. Each Thursday night we present our famous Drag Show hosted by Miss Lisa, showcasing the best female impersonators in the tri state area. Bob and Barbara's is the home and originator of the "Citywide Special" consisting of a can of Pabst Blue Ribbon and a shot of Jim Beam. All are welcome. Must be 21 to enter.

Reviewed by
Jessica D.

January 31, 2024

Hard not to like this place. The bar is long and narrow. We had to wade through several rows of college age kids drinking beers before we even found the band. But as the night progressed, the... Read more

Reviewed by
Joe S.

July 12, 2022

I think this is the definition of a dive bar. The special is a 12 oz. can of PBR and a shot of Jim Beam for $4. The decor on the walls is definitely PBR and Jim Beam related. Did I mention a... Read more

Reviewed by
Kathrin S.

December 29, 2022

An upscale, affordable, no frills dive. The live music on Thursdays is iconic and a lot of well known jazz musicians in the Philly community will tap in and freestyle with the band. Super chill... Read more

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