Claim this profile

This profile has not been claimed by the business owner or representative.

Claim this business to update business information, get appointment requests, engage visitors with web chat, and more!

Bob & Barbara's - Philadelphia, PA

4.6
  • Bars
  • Philadelphia, PA
Get directions

About this business

The signature drink of Bob & Barbara's Lounge, "The Special", a combo of a Pabst Blue Ribbon can and a Jim Beam shot, is extremely popular in the neighborhood. Their weekly live jazz and drag show are equally crowd pulling. Bob & Barbara's Lounge has thus created its own niche among the city's many dives. The extremely friendly bartenders make your drinking experience all the more pleasing. Check out if you are searching for a place with character to enjoy your weekend evening. 

Location details

1509 South St, Philadelphia, PA, 19146, United States

Get directions
WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
Review Performance in the last  
6 months
4.6559 reviews
Select a rating
Cara H.'s profile image
11 years ago

Divey and quite the unusual crowd but they have live jazz music and you can get a shot of Jim and a PBR for $3 which is pretty much a guaranteed good time if you have a strong stomach. 

mattgay's profile image
15 years ago

Good things – It's dirty and gross and everyone is grumpy but that's what i love about it !!! I am a regular at the bar since I live nearby. See you Thursday nights 

PhillyPhile's profile image
PhillyPhile 
15 years ago

No Drag Show.... Boooo – I really enjoyed the Thursday night drag show this place had. It used to attract all kinds. But they stopped running int a few weeks ago. 

kr2222's profile image
17 years ago

go there for bingo on wednesday... it's only $3 to play all night and it's a good time. if you're looking for an inexpensive place to go... go here. they have a pbr/jim beam special... a shot and a beer for only $3. you can't beat that. 

rskuggs's profile image
17 years ago

The Best Bar on South Street!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! – Words to not begin to describe this jewel of a bar! Where on earth can you find 20 something skateboard punks and bike messengers hanging out while a trio of 70 year olds play jazz??? This joint is tremendous. The crowd is as diverse as any spot in this town and the door guy does a great job keeping the riff raff out so that everyone has a good time.The Drag show has been running for the past month so don't believe the rumors that say otherwise. 

Contributor's profile image
Contributor 
17 years ago

When day turns to night, this drinker's bar turns into a low-key boho bonanza. – The Scene In the afternoon, this weathered spot is filled with older regulars drinking until their faces touch the bar's cracked, red vinyl padding. At night, it becomes a hub of multiculturalism with the same daytime folks rubbing shoulders with drag queens, lawyers and students. Nate Wiley and the Crowd Pleasers perform three nights a week. Thursdays feature the city's longest-running drag show, while the rest of the week is rounded out by sin... read more

treehorn242's profile image
treehorn242 
18 years ago

One of a kind.... – So much Pabst memorabilia under one roof. On the walls, behind the bar, everywhere. It is amazing. Drink the beer and shot special and enjoy the best obsessed museum in town. Also there is vinyl padding on the edge of the whole bar. It is luxury supreme. I like going here right after work before the lively crowd comes in. 

JPcustom10's profile image
JPcustom10 
21 years ago

Best value in Philly – This is the only place in town where you can go in with 10 or 20 bucks in your pocket and get some PBR/Beam specials and good entertainment and good vibe. You can spend 200 dollars in a "fabolous " place and not have as good a time as you will have in Bob and Barbara's. Also you can go across the street to the Tritone Lounge and check out Dave and Rick D., co-owners/bartenders. Great and inexpensive food in a nice dark atmosphere, away from the beaten path. 

Frequently asked questions about Bob & Barbara's

How is Bob & Barbara's rated?

Bob & Barbara's has a 4.6 star rating with 559 reviews. 

When is Bob & Barbara's open?

Bob & Barbara's is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m. 

Need help? Contact us.

Speak with a specialist to learn how you can grow with Birdeye. We are reachable at profiles@birdeye.com