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National Mechanics

American Restaurant and Bar$$$$

Center City East, Philadelphia

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National Mechanics

8.3^/10

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Ranked #1 for Bloody Marys in Philadelphia
The experts at visitPA and Men's Health Mag recommend this place
"Good place to dance and knock back an Obama Bomb!"(7 Tips)
"MYO Bloody Mary bar = awesome."(7 Tips)
"You can't go wrong with their veggie burger!"(15 Tips)
"F - National Burger (4)"(3 Tips)

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Jenni RussellJuly 20, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Pulled BBQ Flank Steak Sliders are DELISH! Plus the $2.50 Yuenglung drafts = awesome drinks and noms.
Kara LaFleurMay 12, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Try the Peach Bellini the perfect spring punch, especially with brunch!
David SincavageSeptember 21, 2014
Build your own Bloody Mary bar. 😜😄😄
Lynn Levondosky MerkJuly 28, 2015
7//27/15 L - Crispy Chicken Salad (4). F - National Burger (4)
Andy KeithFebruary 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The steak sliders and Pinot Nior were awesome. The jalapeño margarita was interesting, but spicy.
Michael Houghton, Esq.August 31, 2018
Get the poutine!
KyleApril 7, 2012
Love the karaoke here on tuesday night. Nick is the man!
Roseann LoSchiavoSeptember 7, 2013
Juicy fall off the bone honey BBQ ribs.
Dutch UmbrellaOctober 9, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Need an outlet to recharge you phone or whatever? Look under the bar where the stars are along the edge and plug in
ThomasAugust 2, 2012
Been here 50+ times
The tuna melt is a great choice if you want comfort food.
Puja VyasJanuary 5, 2012
Favorite bar in Philly. Big, lots of character and good beer.
Jimmy FrazierApril 3, 2011
Been here 50+ times
The National Skillet—all full of ham, cheese, fried potatoes, and egg—makes for a delicious brunch.
Shawn MooreOctober 28, 2012
Great spot for drinks & professional conversation
Nihal SolomonSeptember 22, 2013
Try their Nachos Grande for sure!
Brenna GrahamJuly 18, 2018
Off the menu chili Frito Pie
Melanie JonesSeptember 7, 2014
The brunch here is amazing!
Justin SimmonsDecember 15, 2012
Great atmosphere for drinks with friends.
ConciergeNovember 11, 2010
Been here 10+ times
You can't go wrong with their veggie burger! ( I'm a meat eater =)
Melissa Fe' MyersNovember 4, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Veggie burger with fried egg add bacon. Sooo. Goood!
visitPAMay 22, 2010
Welcome to the unofficial tech crowd hangout in Philly - hope you QR'd this check-in. Note the famous Philadelphians on their pint glasses: Edgar Allan Poe, Bill Cosby, and even Mayor Nutter. Read more
ThomasJune 15, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Order the "Double Standard", a veggie burger with bacon.
Jessica BurnsJuly 4, 2010
Order a "dirty ho" (hoegaarden with framboise) to drink with nachos (add grilled chicken!) nom nom nom!
Marc GravelOctober 4, 2012
Montreal students are coming next weekends! What do you suggest and when is the best time to come this weekend?
Manolis DaskalakisJanuary 29, 2015
Really nice food and cocktail s!
ThomasJuly 14, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Get the Eggs Benedict at brunch. Never look back.
Martel JohnsonDecember 19, 2012
Onions tomatoes Garden salad Mayonnaise
ThomasJune 9, 2012
Been here 50+ times
At the brunch on Sat/Sun get the Eggs Benedict.
Jess ConnorsOctober 25, 2011
The gremlin- best drink ever! Bacardi lemon n grapejuice.. Yum!
Eric LegaleAugust 8, 2014
Pimms & Sunshine
Monica CubillosMay 17, 2011
++ spoke to the owner, the mayor here gets a round for themselves and two of their friends. Bet your ass I'll be haunting this place!
Anthony MartinJanuary 25, 2010
Veggie burgers are delish. This upcoming Sunday should be a lot of fun - rub-a-dub Sunday (f*ck up ur Monday) ... $2 beers and great tunes - does it get better?
Colin WeirDecember 4, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Play with the jukebox using the Remote app on your iPhone
Jamal JohnsonMarch 4, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Best pub in the city! Try the jalapeno infused tequila if you're the brave type
MazdaNovember 8, 2010
They have a make your own bloody mary bar! And delicious veggie burgers.
innaApril 1, 2012
Harvest sangria is spicy and delicious.
Jake SmithDecember 12, 2011
Try a Great Lakes seasonal or the Oatmeal Stout.
ZAIRE DURANT-YOUNGJuly 13, 2011
Good place to dance and knock back an Obama Bomb! Read more
Dylan DurrantJuly 13, 2010
Apples remote app will let you control the jukebox (Mac Mini). Be careful not to ruin the mood. (the Golden Girls theme).
Philly KaraokeOctober 7, 2012
Karaoke is every Tuesday at 9pm! Hosted by Nick's Xtreme Karaoke!
Jessica SantascoySeptember 7, 2014
Great old building.
Scott TillittJuly 27, 2010
Monday nights = crazy open mic led by local celeb-transvestite Needles. Sure to entertain.
T SDecember 3, 2018
Obama bomb is not that special as I expected..
Lawrence O'TooleOctober 9, 2010
Shuffling through the tunes on the jukebox with your iphone is great!
Amol KOctober 12, 2015
Dance floor but need a better DJ
jj GrimmJune 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Don't drink and sing karoakee and say tinkle winkle
Mikey IlaganApril 22, 2010
Been here 50+ times
get: pineapple margarita w/ jalapeno-infused tequila. don't be a wuss. it's delicious
Al DuqueJune 27, 2015
The National burger
Martel JohnsonDecember 11, 2012
One glass And a Time One can turn into many
Anna FatlowitzDecember 9, 2012
The bathroom line is way too long. I've had to go across the street to another bar before!
Ryan KrapfMay 30, 2012
Karaoke Tuesdays and quizzo Wednesdays. 2.50 lagers.

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