Doobies

I truly miss living around the corner from Doobies. I've never found a place I've felt even remotely as comfortable in nor as happy to visit as I always did from my very first time at Doobies. Passyunk Square is a great neighborhood but I miss Patti and and I miss Doobies being only a block away.

Doobs is a special place that has endured many decades and the pandemic. Patti recently won an award of the best bartenders to be friends with, which should NOT be mistaken as the friendliest bartender. She has a bunch of regulars who keep her company, which is good because it's a one-woman show. If you're looking to strike up a conversation with her to become a regular, I would suggest cats as your first topic. You could also complain about the Phils while they're inevitably on TV, which is always a safe choice in any Philly bar.

Okay...I had very high hopes for this spot and this is a very complicated experience hence the two star review.I walked for about half an hour in the rain trying to find a bar that was not too crowded and been meaning to try Doobies since moving to the city so tonight was the night..I went with the intention that I would love it here is what transpired.I come into the bar around 6:30pm on Eagles must win Sunday to make the playoffs bar is pretty empty okay by me, roll up to the bar and ask if there are any specials for the game. Bartender gives me an extremely unwelcoming look and says no, I ask do you have Coors light, she pauses no facial expression at all NO! I smile back as I am determined to give this place a proper yelp review. Okay, let's start with the aluminum 16oz Bud Light. Not many people at all in this place however very annoying group of four behind me in a booth playing a card game and yelling loudly the whole time (appeared to be college students) I wanted to leave but no I made the trip here and I will experience the Doobie's bar experience come hell or high water.I ask bartender for a menu and she scours and says I have nine million things to do and my shift is ending I can't make the food right now. Wow! No, I will not be deterred although my patience is wearing extremely thin.Best part of this bar is they have a very old school jukebox playing mostly David Bowie Songs. The bar is a David Bowie / Cat Bar as the owner has a crush on both. And she does not serve any Canadian beer due to the bludging of baby seals.I was informed they were out of all menu items with Chicken. I chose the spicy nuts and was informed they were out of that as well. Ended up getting the two dollar chicken dog with mustard.This bar has a lot of vibes going on as the only other patrons in there looked very into each other and making out at the bar, they were in there forties but it looked like true love and was beautiful.I am not going to count this bar out yet but my first experience could have been better would be an understandment.

First visit to Doobies last night, and it was a great time. Cash-only, dive jukebox, and old-movie TV by the bar. Would love to come back for a relaxing brew and try a few of their food/snack options.Bartender knew of solid options for all tastes- whether you're a hoppy IPA fan or more of a stout/porter fan. They didn't have any stouts or porters on draft, but plenty of cans and bottles to try out. Most beers go for $4-5, so prices are great compared to the more crowded Rittenhouse neighborhood spots nearby.Only complaint- it was a bit warm throughout the evening, even when there was only 3-4 of us. As more folks started to join throughout a bit later (~25 people around 10pm), the tables filled up around the bar area and it got too warm for us to stay.

I was really disappointed with my visit to this place. I heard it's supposed to be a good dive bar, but found it to be a miserable establishment. The owner was dismissive and grumpy. The bartender who eventually came in was even more miserable and refused to serve me because I was sitting at a table and should wait for the service provided by the owner. The food I was served was old and subpar for the cost, which was not a lot, but still more than it should've been. The beers on tap were mostly kicked and not replaced. They were not impressive and their local selection consisted of one brewery which is also nothing to write home about. The atmosphere was gloomy and sad and I wouldn't suggest this place to anyone. I've heard that they are struggling to stay afloat and can honestly say, I see why.

Probably my favorite bar in Philly alongside Oscar's or Dirty Frank's. Yes, the service is authentically Philly. Don't leave 1 star reviews when you know this is a dive bar and you get chewed out for being stupid. Many many different city wides here, and solid food menu. Cash only, but there's an ATM. Love how there are so many things here that support charities for animals.Like a previous reviewer said, it's a dope spot to drink and chill, and not be bothered.

I love Doobie's. It's exactly what a bar should be. I met my wife here, 24 years ago. We're still together. Nuff said.

Soft spot in my heart for this dive bar right in Center/Mid City (even though they no longer allow dogs inside). How cool would a true dog bar be??!!This bar is cash only but they have an ATM on site. They also have a small jukebox with a small but decent selection of music. 50 cents per song but if you put in a dollar you get three songs. The beer list is not bad: a small draught list and a good selection of bottles and cans. They also have wine and liquor. They sell food but I can't speak to the quality. You can order sandwiches or hot dogs, and looked like they had veg options etc. I think the bartender goes in the back to put the food together so sometimes there's a wait. But at least there's options in case you get hungry. I love the feel of the bar. The walls are filled with cat portraits and Bowie paraphernalia. Never change, Doobies. Unless you can let dogs back inside. Then do that.

This is a fun, comfortable neighborhood dive bar. It's filled with friendly regulars and staffed by fun bartenders. The owner is socially conscious and really cares about the neighborhood.

I went here last night for the first time and while there is such potential for this to be a great local go-to for me the vibe was wildly uncomfortable. Upon walking in my boyfriend and I felt immediately unwelcome. There was no exchange of niceties from the bartender and when my boyfriend ordered a drink the bartender stared me down while I tried to read the draft menu on the wall (I didnt wear my glasses so it was hard for me to see)- I panic ordered a drink bc I felt pressured to hurry up and like I was being an inconvenience. Everything we touched it felt like the bartender was irritated- she tucked in our bar stools aggressively the moment we moved to a table- when we were packing up to leave she hovered over us with a rag to clean the table and said not 1 word to us when we walked by to exit. It was so bizarre bc she was not that way with the other patrons. Doubtful I'll be returning which is a shame bc they have some fun board games to play and a good juke box selection!