St. Stephen’s Green

Great beer selection and awesome service! The atmosphere is really low key but very classy. Nice place for happy hour. It is hard to fine parking but it is pretty close to a school so you can park in their lot after school hours.

I’m so disappointed– have been there so many times over the years and expected a better than decent meal, not even close. It was not busy, we did not order anything tricky, it was not a new menu (still), not even new staff — just bad all the way around. Calamari or lack there of came with no flavor and on a pile of onion and pepper rings, I ring of calamari for every 8 veggie rings. Hummus, grainy, dry, not enough pita and lite on flavor. Caesar salad, drenched with what looked like bottled ranch dressing! Steak frites, some mystery over cooked, leftover medallions of who knows what. Service was busy talking to friends and messed up the check. Won’t be going back.

Absolutely stellar. Whenever I’m visiting friends in Philly, we always come here 2 – 3 times in a visit. Sure, it’s convenient to their home, but that doesn’t take away from the amazing service and drink menu. Despite being called a Masshole by my now-​favorite server, Kyle, I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Did the 7 vodka sodas and Barcelona winning the soccer game help? Sure, but I like to think it was his charming personality. Great atmosphere, back patio for some sweet, sweet lung pollution, and chicken tacos round out this smashing pub.

I had always wanted to try this joint since I walk by it so often and it looks like a nice venue, so we came here for Sunday brunch. Was surprised to find they only had coffee, no lattes or cappuccinos. We ordered the egg’s benedict and the croque madame french toast — took about a half hour for the orders to come out.
I would not recommend the croque madame french toast. It tasted like a soggy ham and cheese sandwich. And boy was it bland… I don’t think I’ve ever had ham with so little flavoring. The home fries/​hash was a bit better — gave it some texture, but that was a little soggy too. Overall, this dish was a soggy mess… not my cup of tea.
I did not try to egg’s benedict, but was told it also was bland.
Salt and pepper goes a long way. Might try it again since it is nearby, but dang! bad first impression.

This place has a really cool atmosphere, friendly staff and outdoor patio that looks awesome. Good place to hit up in Fairmount if you’re looking for a pub type place.
Pros:
Extensive beer menu
Great happy hour menu
Good food– the fish and chips were good, the bbq chicken nachos were fantastic
Cons:
Expensive for non happy hour
Gets crowded/​noisy easily.

Came in after our Dodgeball game, apparently they offer specials on Wings and Beer if you’re wearing your shirt. We were but for whatever reason they didn’t realize and offer us the special. punks.
Anywho, I’m so indecisive/​always hungry so I just ordered two things. BBQ wings (omg the gorgonzola dip is bombbb) and the Burger with portobello & carmelized onions w/​fries obv. I don’t know which was better, so just get both. I took a few wings home and they were just as amazeee the next day.
I don’t love the set up, it was also freezing bc we were sat near the door that leads to their back patio.

I had been here a few times before and wasn’t overly impressed, but the last time I tried this place will stay the last time. The server was nice, but not very knowledgeable. We ended up ordering hummus as an appetizer, which had an odd taste to it. I got the burger which was awful — bun soaked with grease and it had a burnt taste, like the grill hadn’t been cleaned. My friend ordered the calamari and it was awful — she didn’t touch it.
When we asked to have items removed from the bill, the server acted annoyed and gave us a hard time. She admitted no manager was working, so she was dealing with the check herself but only discounted us for one of the meals and half of another. We still ended up paying a $ 60 tab which was not worth it. I left hungry.
I would recommend this place for a night out — they had a great draught list. I would not recommend eating here, though.

This is a bar in the neighborhood that I tend to forget about unless I’m actively brainstorming places to go. It’s never my first choice, but it’s never a poor choice.
I’ve yet to experience exceptional service here — usually servers look rushed and frazzled, and on my first visit on a date back in January, I overheard the staff making comments about kicking us out because they wanted to close early. It was like 10 p.m. and they were supposed to stay open for a few more hours at least.
Despite that, I do still like St. Stephen’s. It’s a great spot for outdoor drinking in the warmer months and their back patio area is nice if you’re looking for eclectic privacy.
I’d definitely recommend them as a spot for a quick drink. Their list is usually pretty solid.

I have been to St. Stephen’s Green a few times for drinks and lunch. It is a great Irish Pub with decent upscale, pub fare. They have some great craft beer available, and can get pretty crowded on certain nights for happy hour, dinner and even the post-​dinner crowd.
When I was in there for lunch, it was not crowded at all. I had one of their soups and the lamb tacos, not exactly an Irish specialty, but they were quite delicious and filling.

Great happy hour! it’s always a mission Casual corner bar. Perfect for first dates as I’ve gone on two there. It’s also a great time to go solo as the bartenders are friendly and the vibe is quite chill. The burger is juicy, and they catered to my gluten free needs at the time. Great beer selection and extremely close by. I would return… tomorrow?

Good place to park yourself waiting for a biz lunch and to host your meeting. Food is definitely not bar food and gets an A for presentation as well as quality. The Isabella Salad is a meal in itself and I highly recommend it with grilled chicken as a lunch plater.
It is bright and airy for lunch and you can find a quite place for conversation.
I found street parking every time that I went and the 2 hour limit gives you plenty of time without having to pay as much as the meal in parking!
Neighborhood is gentrified and very clean and a nice stroll after your biz meeting lends itself for nicely rounding it out.

Had a great meal here tonight. We have been meaning to try out this local spot because we live within easy walking distance. We weren’t too hungry so we just had a smaller meal tonight. I ordered the filet mignon sliders and they were outstanding. 3 sliders, each with a different cheese and caramelized onions. Really loved the Gorgonzola one. Excited to try more food and beers there next time. Eat it!

Their brunch is excellent. I went twice and both times i got the Irish Breakfast, which is essentially just a plate of breakfast meats. However, food is good in many places, and alcohol is what it is. This bar isn’t going to blow you away with its cocktail making, but what it does well is their service.
My first trip there we had a waiter who was training, and whomever was teaching him, taught him very well, because the whole meal he seemed like an experienced waiter, who was available when needed, without being annoyingly around. He was knowledgeable with the menu and their drinks, and he was spot on with his recommendations.
Lastly, the room is very well lit and makes for a lovely brunch experience. I have been back since my first trip, and will continue to go again and again

A group of 5 of us went there yesterday for brunch after the Love Run, and it was a nice place! They have lots of seating and large panel windows that let in tons of sunlight — especially nice on a sunny (albeit cold) day. They have a nice beer list, and the brunch menu was pretty extensive. The food itself was impressive, too! Everyone got something different, and everyone’s meal looked excellent. I had the breakfast burrito, which was admittedly the most dull item, but my fiancée had spicy shrimp creole (or something like that) which was excellent. Portions are nice and big, too.
The waitstaff was nice and helpful, and were attentive despite the clearly larger-​than-​normal crowds associated with the race. Great place!

THIS REVIEW IS FOR FAIRMOUNT FOOD CRAWL ONLY
SPOT 12
Another place I wished I had known was around because it is a gorgeous restaurant in a great location. Plenty of room/​space/​seating and staff.
Food — Pulled pork slider /​Beverage — Tito’s Transfusion.
The slider was tasty, albeit a bit salty. Shared with the Mrs. it was not too shabby although it could have used a bit of slaw or something to help cut the richness. The drink was a thimble of pink stuff which drank easily enough. One of the farthest locations, it did not seem like many crawlies made it this far.

Oh mylanta I did not know what to order here for about 20 minutes because everything looked amazing. Came here on Sunday for brunch with my sister and boyfriend and was pleasantly surprised by the bright, cheery decorations, and beautiful to-​be spring sun streaming in through the windows. It was also very empty for a Sunday brunch scene and that also pleased me greatly.
We sat down and immediately started surveying the food around us. The table behind us got a giant chicken pot pie, a burrito, and the eggs benedict. The table across from us got some wings. So after some serious and intense debate, the three of us decided on what we’d like.
We started off with a plate of wings to split, which were tender and delicious. The sauce wasn’t overpowering but just enough. I’m not gonna rave about the wings, cause wings are usually good everywhere.
I ended up getting the breakfast burrito, which was stock piled with eggs, potatoes, really flavorful sausage, and cheese. It may be standard brunch fare, but it was so great! The waiter was also really great at anticipating my needs by asking me if I’d like sour cream or hot sauce – which I didn’t know I did until he mentioned it.
My boyfriend got the Irish breakfast cause he’s a man and needs a giant pile of food – oh yea, he’s also Irish. This was a GIANT plate of food, do not be light hearted and enter into this meal. You get a full sausage, two types of blood sausage (which is basically a falafel of a sausage, and yes, it’s delicious), bacon, beans, eggs, bread, tomatoes. It’s a huge plate! All of it really tasty.
My sister got the enchiladas which came with steak and eggs and a great tomatilla (I think?) sauce. So flavorful and the steak was perfectly tender! Definitely something I would order again. Also came with a side of potatoes :)
For drinks, my boyfriend and I got cucumber bloody marys, which he really enjoyed and I didn’t. Although, to be fair, I’ve gotten like 6 bloody marys in my life and didn’t like any of them, so perhaps I just don’t like bloody marys.
My sister got a coffee drink, which I preferred cause it was basically a white russian and a great dessert drink.
Absolutely, 1038% will be returning for a quiet, sunny, and tasty brunch!

I love going to this place. It is close to my place and it often has good food and beer specials. Prepare to be astounded at the amount of food you get with some of the dishes. I ordered calamari here once and got an absolute shit ton. However, it was also the worst calamari I’ve ever had… Not all the dishes are terrible. The wings are a good value especially on the days when they have the 50 cent specials. Also, soup dishes are quite plentiful for low money. I enjoy this place and will be coming back again to try the other menu options.
Nice décor, the area is split into a bar area with tables and another section near the entrance which has just tables. Good for meeting friends, watching football games, and dates I suppose.

Just went to the brunch – this place is awesome… Apparently they have a new chef, and everything is made from scratch. I had these moist homemade biscuits covered in a creamy sauce with lump crabmeat, chorizo, and an egg over easy. Also tried the steak empanadas – yumm.
The bar is all old-​school saloon kinda feel and they have a cool back patio area.
Hardly anyone was there for brunch – it’s basically the best kept Sunday morning secret!

Great place for happy hour and dinner, and it never seems too crowded, which I love. It seems to have gone through a major revamp, and the ownership is still improving and expanding the menu and offerings, so I definitely appreciate that as well. The space inside is very large, with a number of TV screens, as well as an outdoor table area, perfect for chill summer nights.
The bar food at St. Stephen’s Green is pretty diverse, and the portions are awesome. The nachos are massive and came with heaping pile of carnitas. Holy moly, that’s good. The burger is a huge patty and you can choose a two toppings at no extra charge. Beer selection was also pretty diverse, although I just usually always go with a Yuengling. Ya gotta.
Service is super friendly and attentive, and you definitely get the neighborhood-​friendly pub vibe. I’ll have to come back and try the cheesesteak egg rolls and the wings. You can’t go wrong with the food, and definitely come hungry, because they feed you very well here.

St. Stephen’s Green is one of my favorite spots in Fairmount. I’ve been there with large groups on multiple occasions for both dinner and drinks. It’s also a great spot for two people to chat and actually hear the conversation. In the summer, there are tables set up on the outside perimeter, in addition to an inside courtyard with tables. There is a main dining room in the front and the bar area with additional dining space to the back. There is typically a good draft selection and the food is always enjoyable.
My husband and I recently went there for a super low key Friday night date night. We sat at a high top in the back bar area. For drinks, I went with the Troegs Perpetual IPA and he went with the Yards Cape Of Good Hope. I didn’t love the draft list at the moment, but I can blame that a combination of fall beers and too many «staples». To me, Guinness and Harp are a waste of perfectly good taps, but I guess at an Irish themed pub people are into that stuff.
For food, we split the BBQ chicken nacho appetizer. Since my husband doesn’t eat cheese, we had to special order the nachos. We asked them to sprinkle cheese on half, regardless of what it will look like. Our server seemed to think it would be a problem but said she’d give it a try. The nachos ended up coming out on two smaller plates: one with cheese and one without. Brilliant! Now that’s thinking outside of the box. The BBQ chicken on the nachos made for one great nacho experience; although both of our plates really lacked beans. The chips were house-​baked and were very large and crispy. I was honestly pretty full from half (of my half) of the nachos and could have stopped there.
Despite the fact we were still working on our nachos, our main courses were brought out. I really wish they had waited a bit. The table was pretty small so we had to do some rearranging to get everything to fit. For dinner I had the lamb tacos and he had the chicken tacos, so at least it was themed with our nachos. The taco was double shelled with each shell consisting of both hard and soft. The tacos were brought out with just the lamb inside and a very healthy portion of black beans, manchego, tamatillo relish, cilantro cream on the side. Ultimately I ended up using too much garnish on each taco and it drowned out the lamb flavor that I love so much. In the future, I’ll definitely use less of each. Somehow I finished both tacos and walked out of St. Stephen’s pretty stuffed.
It’ll only be a matter of time before my return visit.