Clock Bar

Clock Bar has the perfect name because let me tell y'all it is always a TIME (no pun intended )! A true Philly staple & only the real Philly Jawns go to Clock. Located on Broad & Erie in North Philly, it can be seen as a sketchy area of town, however, the people are really down to earth and the heart & soul of Philly. As soon as I walked into Clock Bar, a woman asked me if I was interested in buying perfume oils - gotta love it, the patrons are about their hustle! If you want a less hectic experience, it's recommended to go early in the day (although I went at 2:30pm and it was still lively). The seafood is AMAZING and everything is served in to go containers even if you're dining in (walk up to the front to place your order and have cash on deck because it's a CASH ONLY establishment). Clock Bar is most known for its colossal shrimp, however, the mussels are slept on and my favorite selection (probably the best mussels I've ever had). I hear the crab legs are great too.And the best part is that they serve these reasonably priced super sized slushies for $12-14 and you can even take them to go! Generally they are garnished with candy (e.g. the Fruit Loop has a Dum Dum Pop on top) which makes it a fun experience not to mention drink names like Smooth Bitch are quite entertaining. Can't wait to return to Clock Bar because it's for the culture!

I'm going to have to rate the food a 3.5/5. The service and atmosphere is a vibe in there. The shrimp is very hearty but they are not devein. The garlic butter sauce was off. But it's bar food so expect nothing else. I wish I could have rated it higher though. The staff is very nice though

I seen comments about fellow Yelpers say how they have a good time sitting inside. I'm glad to say me tooooo ! This is a real laid back place. You don't need all the glitz and glam. You can just come in wearing jeans or sweats, hair in a ponytail with some sneakers....or at least that's what I do. But don't let this little charm fool you the food here is good. I always get the same thing crabs, shrimp and mussels. I may look tiny but I love to eat and I have to order more than one thing. Every time I come here the food is always on point. However, lately during the rise of covid cases I've only done take out.

The clock bar sits right in the hood, but please by all means don't be intimidated. When I tell you the food and people are a VIBE, trust me it's a vibe. The drinks were sweet,but amazing at the same time all because the alcohol meshed perfectly, and last but not least the food, geshhhhhhh just get you some, you won't regret it.

Always a great spot to get some crab legs, mussels and shrimp! The slushies are delicious and you can ask for whatever alcohol/flavor combo you'd like! They often give you two cups because of how much they make... On the wrong night like tonight, they just give you one lol If you don't like crowds, I'd suggest you come right after work or midday. The later it gets the more closely you'll get to know your neighbor... They'll basically be sitting in your lap or all up on your back.

The Clock Bar has been "Hood Famous" for years! I returned recently and I see it still maintains the crown for some of the best seafood and drinks for low costs around the Philly area. I see that you still need to pick the day and time carefully when you come to the CB. If you choose wrong - it will be standing room only. If you are not ready to handle the patrons who may frequent this establishments (this is code for the shady and sketchy folks that may be up in the joint...LOL). You may encounter (Brotherman - selling socks, glasses or t-shirts). I actually got some knockoff Burberry glasses for $20 while eating my delicious crab legs and shrimp meal. The music is always on point, so much so - you may get up and dance with the others (after you had one of the slushy drinks - that is if there is room in the bar on your visit...LOLI enjoyed my return to the Clock Bar and say - if you are in the area - put your judgement aside and give it a try! You will see what all the talk is about ;-)

Best fried skrimps evah! The atmosphere is great & tipping is an event. Worth the trip for the skrimps & the experience. And if you don't go then you're not worthy.

Sassy, sarcastic, & ignorant as a mf! It's no wonder that place is empty! And I don't even eat seafood it was gone be for a few women we watching the game with smh. Gracefully bit my tongue, exercise my rapid refire SEASONED sarcasm, and made my exit. Whoever the owner is, just know, we tell our rich friends where and where not to eat when they visit Philly.

The shrimp are really good. My fish was salty and the fries very dark. I've had fries & shrimp before and these fries looked like they were fried in old dark oil. I will only order the shrimp again.

It was basic neighborhood bar good. I had the large green mussels which were seasoned great & the veggie platter. Seasoned well also. I will say they were a bit stingy on the potato ( but it's all good). The scenery again basic neighborhood bar crowd with good music. The service from the person that took our order to the bartender was excellent. I would pop in again.