Triangle Tavern

Good beer selection and drinks. The food was bland. I got polenta fries and chicken parm sandwich.

Great venue, DJ’s music is great! Beers are cold, the bar is awesome! The food quality is amazing. The red sauce is perfect. Great vegan selection. Go.

I have lived in philly my whole life and go to lunch/​dinner at least 3x’s a week. I live close by and love my neighborhood Pubs!
Beer: The beer was ok for our part of the city and I feel priced $ 1 a pint above what is usual for the neighborhood.
Food: Great Veggie/​Vegan options and lots of yummy stuff on the menu. The food was great, if I was reviewing just the food it would be 4 – 5 stars. But, this is an overall review and I feel like if I spend $ 9 for a sandwich and $ 12 for a burger it should at least come with fries! Also, wings $ 12!!! WHAT! So yes, the food is good and good company is great… just be ready to spend.

Awesome Steaks. premium tap selection ! well done /

The wings and fries and bartenders are so great!
I wish they had honey mustard.
I wish I liked their sauce being that’s a big part of their food thing going on– I’m not saying all Italians gotta make sauce the same way or always have, but having watched my Grandmom make it and other family members, I know that garlic isn’t the main attraction or even a presence in a marinara. I mean one tiny swallow of Triangle’s red sauce and you are stinky for days.
But this vegan doesn’t have to love the sauce to love the Triangle– A+

Thank you so much to Triangle Tavern for having so many amazing veggie and vegan options!
On the outside this place looks like a dive bar. But inside, it also looks like a diver bar. However, the food is amazing but the most important thing on the menu is the adult water ice. Hands down. It’s about $ 30 a pitcher, which split between two people will get you drunk. It is the PERFECT summer drink. I wish this place had outdoor seating because then it would be perfect.
The menu blesses us with so many veggie options and vegan, too. I love buffalo wings, and as a vegetarian that was hard to give up. Triangle Tavern has veggie ones that taste just like the real thing. The menu is definitely pricey, but for a hip bourgie area, it’s pretty normal. Apps are anywhere from $ 3 – 12 and entrees will get you $ 10 – 20.
This is a vegetarian’s heaven!
Be warned it gets very crowded on weekend evenings (it is a bar sooo), but dinner time on weekdays is calm.

I had no idea this place existed, until a certain chef at a certain vegan restaurant gave us the heads up during a conversation about vegan wings… which I seem to be on a mission to try at every establishment offering them in the city of Philadelphia. Or anywhere else i go, honestly.
So, we went. First, its a total dive bar. Kinda dark, kinda old, but thats totally fine. We went new years day — night, like 9pm maybe (don’t really recall) and it was pretty busy! We were sat quickly though. Service was very good, everyone friendly even with the somewhat chaotic environment.
Food: good. Really good. Like really good and i need to go back for sure. Vegan wings were awesome. Blackbird has been my #1 for a long time, in and out of Philly, but these wings give even the almighty BB a run for the $$. We also tried the vegan roast beef sandwich. My date loved it but it wasn’t really my style. She said it was really really really like the real thing. Maybe i don’t like roast beef, its been like 20 years since I had it. Anyway the bread on the sammich was awesome, flavor was good, very «juicy» which was kind of a turn off for me, but i guess others would enjoy.
I want to go back and try more… there are a lot of vegan items on the menu. Ill update my review after next visit where i can sample more items.

From the outside, one may think the contrary, but Triangle Tavern is bit more than a dive bar. Hailing behind the strong lineage of Royal Tavern, Khyber Pass Pub, Cantina Los Caballitos, and Cantina Dos Segundos, Triangle Tavern ranks in the upper echelon. The glutenous and cajun-​friendly Khyber Pass has my #1 vote.
Triangle is just a good go to spot. Very rarely have i ordered the same thing, but will say their wings are top notch, decent beer selection, and for my wife, very vegetarian friendly. She always gets the buffalo seitan wings and swears by them.
Big recommendation is to also check to see what their dinner specials are. Haven’t been disappointed yet. If you are up for being stuffed, go for the ‘Sunday Gravy.’

Holy crap Triangle Tavern! You are wonderful and all those meatless options, awesome.
I was steered in the direction of the Triangle from a Chef at a scrumptious vegan restaurant. I was told, these vegan wings were the best… The truth speakin’ chef was dead on. Hot damn, these wings are delicious. I sporadically eat meat, chicken wings being my guilty pleasure and these things mirrored some of the best wings I’ve ever had. Full of robust flavor, I could have eaten more than one order.
The vegan roast beef sand is also a must try. That roll!!! So much freshness. Such a great sand. Robust in flavor, yummy onions, I’m pretty sure meat eaters would enjoy this just as much as the real thing. I know I did!
Service was excellent. They were pretty slammed (New Years Day) but it seemed like everyone helped out each other. Our drinks never went empty and the server didn’t appear to be rushed when conversing.
I shall return to try more of the vegan items, and look forward to more wings, more wings and maybe a side of more wings. 5 stars deserved!

Damn, you nailed that jawn.
Simple, neighborhood vibe is back.
Food and service = excellent. Do you know how long I’ve pined for a BASKET OF GRILLED SHRIMP? Just shrimp. Nothing else. They were tasty and went great with fried smelts. I also tasted my friend’s vegan meatballs & spaghetti … it rocked! Good drinks, affordable house wines (through a draft system), and solid beer list. Also, we went early and it was quiet. It was nice to have a few drinks in us as the place got really crowded and the music got a little louder. Nice pacing to the vibe… I think I heard Elvis on the speakers.
5 stars for simplicity, execution, and affordability in a local, neighborhood joint.

Gawd, it’s great to be back home again.
I was here with my dining companion, JH. He is not a native and on a visit to a Manayunk bar a few weeks ago, he complained that he wanted to visit a ‘Philly bar.’ Always happy to please my friends, I suggested a Sunday dinner at Triangle.
South Philly is my birthplace and childhood home. When we walked into this dark, noisy and friendly place, good memories and feelings came flooding back. The bar was busy and crowded but we were warmly greeted and seated right away. Other than some vegan options, the menu listed nothing trendy, earth shaking or outré’. Fine by both of us. We each had a White Negroni for starters, and had my pockets been deeper and my work week not starting the next day, I would have gone for at least 2 more of these. Bitter and delicious-​we high fived each other for making a fine drink choice.
JH got lasagna, I got spaghetti and meatballs (tender ones, delicious ones!) and we settled into a contented silence as we ate. The portions were just big enough to make us happily full and my friend decimated the whole bread basket as he sopped up his sauce. The waitress, who had a glorious sleeve of tattoos, was attentive and friendly and kept us in her sights. No room for dessert, though JH longingly eyed a large hunk of plated chocolate cake heading for someone’s table as we left.
Is this the best Italian food in town? Probably not, but for me, newly returned to the East coast and Philly, it was the best neighborhood bar/​restaurant experience I’ve had so far and I will go back again and again.

When you procure the lease to a classic neighborhood bar establishment you can either create a completely new business concept that alienates old regulars, do the exact same thing even though it could exactly be what failed to bring in new clientele, or try to find a successful common ground that brings in something that’s faithful towards regulars, while adding enough new aesthetics to target newcomers.
The new Triangle Tavern falls under that rare common ground category, and it does so in a way that might just be better than how any similar type of bar has done it before. Of course it doesn’t hurt that it was picked up by the owners of Khyber, Royal Tavern, and Cantina Los Caballitos/​Dos Segundos; who know more than a thing or two about maintaining those type of establishments. It also helps that they utilized Suzanne O’Brien as a consultant since she worked on the redos of Trestle Inn and Jerry’s Bar.
Ultimately the team didn’t really change much about the bar as they only really updated systems, bar equipment, and menu items as needed. But it very much maintains the same feel and style overall, which is very much key since Triangle has been a South Philly institution since the 30’s. You can still get an inexpensive beer (not by 30’s standards, but still) and a meatball sandwich. But the menu also has a few drafts that appeal to hipsters and craft beer snobs, and also features plenty of vegan or gluten free items to go with the times.
While the menu saw a few significant updates that are all delicious, it definitely doesn’t hurt to stick with the classics. Especially since Triangle might just make the best meatballs in all of Philadelphia! if you see the bacon meatball sandwich on special be sure to order that like my cousin and I did (and customize with some broccoli raabe so it isn’t as meat sweat inducing!). The majority of the usual suspect beers range from $ 3 – 4 for draft, can, or bottle. But we were content with ordering drafts from the likes of DuClaw, Lancaster, and Ballast Point.
With enough specials added to the menu and rotating drafts there’s always plenty of good reason to go to this solid bar institution that caters to both the new and old.

Okay this is a great bar.
My wife and I have been lamenting the loss of Growlers and Wishing Well, but Triangle Tavern is our new place. Attentive staff, beautiful bar, interesting space, and lots of vintage Philly sports memorabilia on the walls. You can tell it was remodeled mindfully, as the space is well laid-​out, and there are even extra bathrooms in the basement.
If you’re a fan of good neighborhood bars and you live in the area, I’ll see you at Triangle Tavern one of these nights.

Loved it. We sat right away on a cold, rainy October Wednesday night around 6 pm. I actually got lucky and found a spot out front. My hubby who met my girls and I there parked in Acme’s lot. The pace is cozy. Dark with light strands and candles on each table. It was decorated for Halloween with pumpkins, mums and webs.
We were greeted the second we walked through the door. The bar is in the front with a juke box and tvs very homey. You can tell they have «regulars» The tables for eating are tucked away towards the back. Perfect.
The waitress, Kim H came over with waters right away. Kiddie cups without having to ask. Awesome. We put in for a hibiscus adult water ice to share despite it being chilly out just because I figured we had to try it. So yum! $ 6 for a glass. We shared it and then hubs also got a red ale, «Free Range Red» which was seasonal, also delish.
The bruschetta specials were intriguing, one vegan and one meat option but we wanted to try the seitan wings which were da bomb. Spicy and the blue cheese wasn’t so blue cheesy which is just my style. Yum.
Kim suggested the polenta fries for the kids and my little one ate THEM ALL! I did manage to give a tiny bite and they were perfectly crisp and served with marinara.
I ordered vegan spaghetti and meatballs to share with my daughter and my hubby ordered the ravioli to share with our little one. The portions were huge and I even took a meatball home (to my doggy). VERY delicious!
Kim brought the girls over crayons and was an absolute doll. Everyone was pretty friendly and it seems like they have regulars. Very homey and cozy. We will most certainly be back. $ 69 for all of that food. We won’t be ordering all of that next time but I was excited for all of the vegan options and the girls didn’t have after school snacks and were starving.
We found a new local spot. We love Cantina and Royal which they also own, so we knew this would be a hit with us too.

As a former patron of the original, this is the triangle oin name only. I guess I really didn’t expect it to be the same, but I
Loved the huge platters of mussels that screamed south Philadelphia back in the day. And the band…
But I digress. Obviously they quickly tapped into the locals who made this a bustling upbeat place on a Monday night– only I the city my friends.
I like the menu– nice combo of various typical dishes. The meatballs were tasty if (3 for 7 $) a little smaller than the baseball size is like. Broccoli rabe– not bad but a little chincy on the potion. My main complaint was $ 14 for a dozen small littlenecks. Well done but way too much for the portion. Beet selection good but not extensive. Service very good.
I’ll give it another chance– the sandwich plates looked pretty good.

Had dinner and drinks at the Triangle last night. Loved the atmosphere. Crowded and dark, just the way a neighborhood bar should be. We sat at the bar and ordered run swizzle and drafts. Excellent drinks! Great bartender!
Food was good, especially the Orchiette with peas and pancetta. The roast pork sandwich was a bit of a letdown. Too fatty. Next time, we will try the mussels which looked great.
Great little bar in South Philly. Nice change from the pretentious bar scene taking over Philly.

It’s hard to please most people at an Italian restaurant. Sauce (gravy) is a highly debated item: too acidic, too sweet, too bland, etc. Same thing goes for meatballs, everyone has an opinion.
I’ve got to give the Triangle credit, they’re a crowd pleaser with all the Italian staples. They might not be perfect or the best I’ve ever had, but it’s definitely great, old-​school Italian bar food. The drinks are solid here too and well-​priced. Lot’s of selection on the drafts (domestic and craft). We didn’t try the adult water ice, but we eventually will and I’m confident it will be good.
We started with the clams casino, which was satisfying. Lot’s of clams and plenty of herby flavor (although a little small for the price, four clams). The Sunday Gravy, carbonara special, spaghetti and meatballs, and spicy clam linguine were our four entrees. All four were enjoyed by everyone at the table. I’ll say that the red sauce is a little on the sweet, acidic side, but it wasn’t off-​putting to any of us. I will also say that the Sunday Gravy here has far more meat and much more flavor than Little Nonna’s. The pepperoni and sausage were particularly flavorful, but I thought the pork chop was a little dry. The meatballs are great with a lot of herbs in them, and the spicy clam dish was loaded with clams and had just the right amount of heat. While the carbonara was good, I found it to be a little bit more like alfredo than a true carbonara sauce.
For the price, the old-​time Italian South Philly vibe, large portions, and stellar food, the Triangle Tavern delivers. Also of note, the pitcher of Yuengling and an order of wings for $ 10 during happy hour can’t be beat!

Adult. Water. Ice.
I could end this review here and those 3 words might get you in the door without anything else. That’s all I needed to know to get me to this place tbh. From the outside I pictured a dive bar. Inside was a newly renovated looking bar/​restaurant with an neighborhood bar feel, an Italian leaning menu (sunday «gravy» special anyone?), delicious sounding vegan options (weird right?), friendly servers, and a great vibe. Clientele varies in age.
We tried the hibiscus, peach, and original (lemon) water ice and all were delicious (hibiscus was the crowd fave). Glasses go for $ 6 or $ 7 and pitchers for $ 24 ish? Unfortunately you can’t get the water ice to go (we asked because it was so delicious). And yea, there’s definitely booze in there. How has no one else thought of this?!
I’ll be circling back to the Triangle Tavern.

I really wanted to like this place but I just couldn’t.
I went there a few weeks ago (been too busy to Unilocal review it) with some friends. I ordered the chicken parm with spaghetti. Easy enough right? Except for the fact that it took them over 30 minutes to get the food out. So I thought, fine because it’s chicken, they just want to make sure it cooked through. Or at least so I hoped.
After waiting for a while, my food finally came out and I started digging in. Until I cut into my chicken, and saw that it’s not so nicely pink. After waiting for that long, the chicken was undercooked. So I had to stop eating and called someone over to take back the food to have them remake it (they didn’t apologized at all btw). Except they didn’t. Because the waitress came back 5 minutes later asking me if I wanted them to remake the food…
So after waiting for a total of 1 hour since I placed my original order, I finally got to eat. And honestly, the food was so underwhelming. The taste and flavor was definitely lacking and I just couldn’t finish the food.
I have yet to be back and I don’t know if I will be back.

Much like what LJ said –Every new restaurant should take a huge hint from triangle and put a few vegan items on the menu, notate everything clearly and serve food quickly and well!
This place rocks!
As an actual Italian person, it’s very hard for me to go an Italian restaurant and not hate it! This place is different bc they don’t try to be authentic — they just try to be good and they succeed at that!
The winning items on the menu were the polenta fries, the seitan wings, the vegan meatballs (like seriously so good!) and the veggie antipasto. The losers were slim: my spaghetti was slightly over cooked and the cherry pie was foul like what I remember a hostess pie to taste like. The garlic bread was also ehh.
Overall I cannot wait to come back and try the meatball sandwich and the adult water ice.
Such a tremendous restaurant with a great menu and atmosphere! Great job triangle!