First visit after their expansion... It was a busy night, about 20 minutes for a table but found seats at the bar. They had a good selection of beer. The lighting of the place was brighter than expected. They have multiple unisex bathrooms in the back of the restaurant. (I miss the old bathrooms tho). The food was alright. Its a place to come for the atmosphere with good friends to have a good time.
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kate j.
This is my favorite spot in Center City for after-work drinks. They have a great beer and cider selection and there is always a good crowd - usually young professionals looking to have a relaxed, fun time after the day is done. Be sure to look for "Ben Franklin" at the bar - the guy who plays Ben in the Old City tours rides his bike here for a drink every night!
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Allison B.
This review is based on the VEGGIE BURGER and the VEGGIE BURGER alone. Great burger, man. Ten times better than the one you'll get up the block at Good Dog, which you'll have to wait longer to receive and pay more money for. The patty is made up of roasted eggplant, zucchini and chickpea. It's lightly fried and reminded me of falafel in flavor and texture, which I was totally digging. It's topped with all the usual suspects, with the addition of bean sprouts, on a toasted challah roll. You can sub a side salad for fries at no extra charge and leave feeling a tad more healthy than usual. Next time my friends want some beer and some bar food, I'll be recommending Misconduct for sure.
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Gabrielle I.
First of all, they are know for their mac n cheese and its HELLA good. Creamy and flavorful and yummy. The burgers are hearty and delicious. A nice atmosphere, dark and comfortable, the way a tavern should be. The full bar is great if you want to hang out and watch a game on tv too. Its a solid place in center city that I would definitely recommend .
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Walter K.
Revisited. THe burger was noticeably better than my last visit. The beer list here is pretty good. They have one of the best happy hours, M-F 5-7 half priced drafts. If you visit for happy hour on Monday, you can also get a half priced burger, and you really can't beat that.
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Kurt I.
Of all the places to swill down a beverage in the city of Brotherly Love, this one can easily be avoided. When I arrived, there were maybe 4 other people at the bar... at dinner time, on a weekend. Not a good sign. I was handed what appeared to be a dinner menu and I asked for the drink menu as well. The bartender sighed, and flipped the menu. Thanks guy. The menu is small, but looked ok. I ordered the veggie burger (one of two options for vegetarians). The bun could be for a brontosaurus burger. It was huge. I ended up tearing half of the bun off and tossing it - and I still had too much. The burger itself, was mushy, but had an OK taste, nothing special at all. In any other small town, this place would be three stars - but this is Philadelphia and we have a ridiculous amount of awesome places to eat and drink. I'll pass over this place next time.
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M M.
This place had an awesome happy hour deal and the Mac and cheese was amazing! The crowd was diverse with people casually watching sports and others walking in after work in their business clothes. It was a good crowd. I will definitely return!
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Jon Z.
Came here for beer week and had a great time here watching the nba finals and drinking some beers while trying out their eclectic menu. Their menu comes of interesting items like sea bass burger and mahi mahi hotdog?! The price was average and our waitress accomodated our group by changing the tv channel for one of the tv's to nba despite the phillies game being on. They also have some burger specials that are decent. Would go back again. Crowd is similar to your Irish Pub, McGillan's, Morarity's type.
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Andrew K.
This is an underrated bar in the city. I always thought their commercials on TV were pretty tacky, but stopped in this past weekend to check it out. We arrived at the tail end of Happy Hour. The place was pretty crowded and it took a few minutes for us to get seated. We asked our waitress to change the closest TV to the Phillies game, which she immediately took care of. Drink specials and selections were plentiful. After we ordered beers, we ordered chicken fingers and fries. After I put my order in, I had a bit of menu-remorse, as chicken fingers and fries at a bar are usually of the precooked frozen variety. To our surprise, when the food came out, the chicken fingers had been homemade and breaded in house, and the fries were fresh cut. They came with honey mustard and bbq sauce, both of which were very flavorful. All in all, I was very pleased with my experience and will be returning. It's very affordable and a great place to catch a game or just hang out.
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Harris A.
Don't eat here. You will get sick. Try talking to the manager and you'll get nowhere.
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pracheta t.
I'm not sure why i've gone here more than once. food is mediocre at best and the last time i went - whoa - awful service. our waitress tried to force my little brother to sit at a different table (by himself) bc he is under 21 and we all had drinks. found that REALLY bizarre and it's a good thing the fi was able to make her see how ridiculous she was acting because i wouldn't have been as nice. Oh - this was at 1pm on a Saturday. needless to say, def not going back.
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Vinny P.
I have to give it up big for this place. I love it. I used to live really close to it but now that I moved, I really miss it. I have never had a bad experience here. I rank their burger among my top 4 burgers in Philadelphia. I only have a top 4 because I haven't found a great 5th burger yet, but I'm always in search of it. They have a very good rotating beer selection. Some of the more obscure beers can get on the pricier side but that can happen anywhere. I feel like this is a really good, honest, neighborhood bar. I have not had their bloody mary. I want to. They infuse their vodka behind the bar with jalapenos, black pepper and lemon. I tried the vodka straight once and it was really good. I would only have a bloody mary at brunch and they don't really serve brunch. I believe their kitchen opens at 11 and their normal bar menu is available. If you have friends coming into suburban station, this is an easy place to meet up with them. If you have friends coming up or down the broad street line, this is very convenient for them too. It's a great spot to head to before or after a phillies game and I was even here for one of the 2010 blizzards. Like I said, I've never had a bad time at this place. One cool thing is that they don't have a ton of tvs but each one has a sign that says what game they will be showing and when. It also says "seat yourself appropriately." I like this because then you don't have people trying to get the channel changed when you're watching a game. On Sundays, they have specials to go with football. I like that of the specials I've had it was usually done on a grill on the side alley next to the place. Oh, just don't order a martini here. It was less than stellar. Other than that, you're good to go.
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Monica S.
Last night was frigid and the streets were abandoned. It seemed everyone was wrapped in their snuggies at the precise moment when I was wandering the streets, looking for a warm bar to enjoy a neat bourbon. When my mate suggested Misconduct, I gave him a double-take. You mean the bar I've never really thought about patronizing? Since he's a man of fantastic taste, I obliged his suggestion and on we trudged. I ordered my Maker's, he went with Knob and after the kind bartender informed us of half price burgers, we got one of those too. I'm a total snob when it comes to burgers (there's a bun to meat ratio that needs to be adhered to) and theirs was fantastic. So good that I'd say it's one of the top 5 simple sandwiches I've had in the city. Next time I'm hanging out with a bar snob of a friend, I'll suggest this place, it's unexpectedly awesome.
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Kim W.
Love this place! Always great beer, food is comfort food to die for! My favorite so far is the guacamole grilled cheese. They also have a variety of Mac and cheeses. My new favorite thing is their edamame, which is soaked in beer and red pepper chili flakes soooo tasty!
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Susan C.
Nice beer selection. Food is good especially the oysters.
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Lindsay D.
Super Bowl Sunday was SO well executed at Misconduct. The wait staff was unbelievable, the food came out delicious, hot, and quickly. We had wings which were just ok, nothing special and they left hem whole (wing and drummer piece together) which makes it messier then usual. Their bacon Mac and cheese is OUTSTANDING. Creamy, melty, delicious goodness! Mmmmmmmm! Misconducts French onion soup is the best in the city, true story. It's rich and brothy, such great flavor without a gross amount of cheese and the cheese that was on it was bubbly and melted. SO good! We also ordered a French dip and a chicken pesto wrap, both were fine, nothing to write home about. I was so impressed with the service on such an epic night, great job Misconsuct!
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Meghan C.
A standard lunch spot for us - the beer selection isn't awesome but you can get some randoms; Avery was in there doing a tasting a few months ago and that was cool. I don't stray too far from the mussels or the grilled caeser but when I do, it's for the burger. They will cook it as rare as legally possible...one time I was there (and I'm there a lot that's why this is funny) and I ordered the burger and the owner came out with a raw beef patty and said, "is this right, Meg??" That's the reason I like to come here - most of the time the service is really friendly and attentive. The bar is gorgeous and ESPN is on every station - how could you not dig this place? Oh, and the onion rings are REEEEDICYOUUUUULOUS.
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Ayoola T.
Maybe my standards are high but I work not to far from this place and ran in for a lunch time salad. I like many others have heard that the food here is good. I have had the chicken fingers from here before they where really good but took forever to come out. The place wasn't crowded on that occasion. Today I was in before the lunch time rush. Ordered an arugula duck salad $11. Waited a half hour and my To-go salad came with a hand full of greens (maybe 6 mouthfulls) and luke warm bland tasting duck. Took it back and the bartender made it seem like it was ok for me to eat Luke warm salad. Went to a soup and salads chain not to far and paid less for an abundance of tastier food.
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Jennifer T.
One of my favorite places to hang out and watch the game! Great food and always attentive service regardless how busy it is. Last Saturday I had Aisling as my waiter, after seeing a recent review I felt I had to write my own. The bar was packed and she was not only extremely attentive but made great suggestions and pushed through the crowds of ppl to make sure we got our meals and drinks quickly. Really sweet girl who worked hard to make sure we were comfortable despite how packed and rowdy it was.
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Tim H.
The overall bar is nice and clean. The bathrooms are clean. The waitstaff is friendly. The ony probably is that the food is pretty mediocre. My fiance and I had the french onion soup, a ceaser salad, chicken skewers, and the pork with broccoli rabe sandwich. It wasn't the worst meal I've ever had, it just wasn't good enough to make me want to come back. For the amount of money and location, you're probably better off going to Good Dog or Monks.
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Chris C.
This is a nice little bar with a good beer selection in both draft and bottle. The place is a long narrow space with a bar that runs almost the entire length. So there are a lot of spaces to sit available. They also have some small tables and a large booth on the back wall for large parties. My only issue with the place is the kind of cheesy/lame nautical theme. I feel like I'm in a place that bought up the old fixtures from a Red Lobster or some other terrible restaurant. The service was a little slow, but only because it seems like they never have enough waitresses on duty if your at the tables. Service at the bar is much quicker. All the staff are knowledgeable about the beer selections and are very friendly.
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Autumn E.
Snacks are smallllllllll but pricey! So if you think you're going to share a plate of _____, think again. These are for real snacks. But wow is this tavern food of mystery and wonder! I wish I worked right by it so I could try something new and exciting every day! We had the guac fries: salty and delicious, the lamb burger with cucumber sauce: a little too much garlic (but a massive patty), the french dip: absolutely incredible and stuffing, and the tilapia hot dog with beer cheddar sauce and caramelized onions: interesting, perfect consistency, and overall delicious (but hold some of the onions... too many). Also, the fries that came with the sandwiches were awesome. Oh, and I inhaled my caesar salad! It has a light fish oil taste to it. Overall, I would come back weekly to try out new hot dogs, but I'd definitely avoid the snacks in the future... not worth the price to me.
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Isabella L.
I don't really have much to say about Misconduct. It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal. However, what I did love about this place is the entree I ordered - grilled salmon with an arugula salad. Both were so delic. I would come back again. People love the mac and cheese as well. I went on an extremely slow night, and the service was still not great. The decor is kind of amusing.
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Steven C.
I only spent about 45 minutes in here but it was an enjoyable experience. The age group may have been a little bit older than mine but I wasn't bothered at all. I struck up a small and friendly conversation with a neighbor at the bar, joked around with the bar-tender, and enjoyed their great Happy Hour special. The interior looks like the inside of a boat and there are like 10 bathrooms all uni-sex, individual rooms well kept and squeaky clean.
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Beth R.
It's a nice bar inside. Lots of wood panels, some photos of old ships (keeping with the mild nautical theme), very clean (including bathrooms which are impressively clean - see I knew it was possible!). I've been a few times, and it's usually not so crowded that you can't find a table or barstool. The crowd tends to be late 20s+, at least in my experience. Due to the prime center city location, beer and wine by the glass are a little pricey.
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Esther H.
My first time in Philly and my friend brought me here for dinner. Killer bangers and mash and a Mahi Mahi hot dog. Amazing food and the service was good too. It is quite small so as it got a little later and people were crammed inside it got just a bit cramped (and we were there on a Wednesday night...how busy must this place be on the weekeneds?!).
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Noah S.
My girlfriend and I wandered into this bar while spending a weekend in Philadelphia. We were struck by the unfriendliness of the staff, and my girlfriend, who is black, felt acutely uncomfortable. We have been together for years and this is the first time that she really wanted to leave a place. I paid for the beer/tip with cash under the empty glass, went to the bathroom, and then left. One of the servers followed us out into the street and accused me of not paying for the beer. I explained that I had left the money before using the bathroom. He did not apologize until I asked him to do so and then it was obviously insincere.
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Andy B.
Misconduct Tavern has one of the underrated happy hours in the city, offering their entire draft beer list at 1/2 off from 5-7. The cocktails aren't going to be mistaken for one of the bespoke cocktail bars, but they are pretty good, especially at the happy hour price point. PLUS, one of the best french dips in the city. A lot of TV's and it's a good place to catch any sporting event.
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Marie D.
I've enjoyed Misconduct on two very different occasions: 1- One night, Mom and I wanted a drink and it's pretty close to her house. Cutely, she admitted she'd always wanted to check it out. So we went and bonded as I enjoyed very skinny, cripsy, delicious fries with a tangy sauce, and a beer I'd never had before (a black IPA. Liked it.). Chardonnay and calamari went on Mom's half of the tab, whose tastes are very different from mine. Dad stopped by a bit later and sipped a scotch. 2- After an elongated happy hour elsewhere, I stopped in to meet my gf and for more fortification in the form of buttermilk chicken tenders and those irresistible fries. And anytime Avery Maharaja is on draft you can bet I'm drinking it. GF had salad and seltzer - the wiser choice being that we would be headed to Miami in a few hours. Similarities between these unique visits: very attentive service, lively crowd, a roster of food and drinks that appeal to all tastes, highly enjoyable.
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sharon p.
Stopped in for a meal prior to Kimmel Center show. Average food. I've never been in such a LOUD place! Actually found myself eatting faster so I could leave. Forget hearing the waitress or anyone you are sitting with. If you want big screen tvs, beer, and screaming at the top of your lungs- this is your place.
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Brian Y.
I went here with a few friends for the first time following our last day of midterms. Waitresses are few but they do come around quite often to offer you a refill of your beverages. Which was quite nice, but not much connection with them as a different waitress would come around every time and ask us what the previous waitress had asked us about 3 minutes ago. Beer selection is a little sparse, but not bad, considering there were a few good IPAs on the list. For the meal I chose an IPA called Loose Cannon triple hop IPA, very floral and not too dark, but had that characteristic bitter and hoppy taste that I look for when drinking IPAs. Foodwise, I got a Chicken Mac and Cheese and a Duck hot dog. The chicken mac&cheese was AMAZING, I had read reviews on this item and heard really great things, I must say they were quite correct. Cheesy, Gooey, and the mozzarella on top gave it a nice chew along with the chicken and elbow macaroni. The hotdog was very...interesting, in a good way. I will admit this is my first time trying a hotdog made of something other than beef or pork, I will say that I am impressed, a toasted bun, a nice steamy duckdog with greens underneath of the dog and piled about an inch high on top of the dog with what tasted like housemade ginger-kraut sortof item. It was quite tasty nonetheless. The rest of my party also got Mac and Cheese since thats what we had come to try, although a member of my party also got an order of dry rub wings, which were decent and a fairly good size for a wing, However, was so salty which was a slight turn off for me. It was the last thing I ate though so the bitter and strong taste of the IPA was able to wash it right off. The reason why I didn't give this restaurant 5 stars is the lack of the drinking options for the rest of my party, the cost of the cocktails, and the fact that the dry rub wings were...okay...next time I will have to give the French Onion soup a try as raved about by Lindsay D. below. Definitely will be back with a friend who loves him some good mac and cheese.
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Andrea T.
The food is disgusting. The manager in a very condascending manner explained to three jewish girls what cured salmon meant, when my two friends ordered salmon expecting steaks not pieces of "cured salmon" HELLO ITS CALLED LOX! get off your misconducted train and call it what it is! The only cool thing is I left my fleece and when I went back a few days later they had it in the lost and found.
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Sean G.
Everytime I walk into Misconduct Tavern, I'm chanting in my head with excitement... Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Food/ Drinks: 4.0 stars Good bar food. Great Mac and Cheese platter. I highly recommend trying the Mac and Cheese. I got it with Sun Dried Tomtatoes and Chicken and it was delicious Definitley a step above its competition in the quality ingredients served in their food. Good appetizers that go well with the bountiful beers on tap and of course they make a mean Dark and Stormy. Definitely one of my favorite chill local spots. Ambiance: 4.0 stars The restaurant and bar are clean. The decor isn't overly cheezy and the lighting is refreshingly bright. This is a great bar to eat, drink, and watch your favorite sporting events. Location: 4.0 stars Price: 3.5 stars A little overpriced. If the prices were a little bit more affordable, this place would be top notch in my book. Service: 4.0 stars The bartenders are attentive, fast and considerate. It's always nice when you feel like someone is making a genuine effort to make sure you are taken care of. Overall: 4.0 stars Come for drinks, stay for dinner, watch some games, talk to some people... its all good at Misconduct Tavern... Dark-'N-Stomry... Dark-'N-Stormy...
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Aaron B.
This is my go to spot for Sunday football. The TV setup is great and they are generally very organized and have each TV clearly labeled with what game will be on it. This is a pub but the menu is pretty creative. You will find delicious non-traditional items such as steamed edamame, avocado fries, Pear and Brie Wrap, and a lamb burger to go along with your traditional pub items. The food is pretty consistent but I was surprised by their wings. They use the large wings that have the wing and the leg still connected. In my experience this makes for a fattier hard to handle piece of chicken. I assume there must be some people that prefer this style of wing, but I have never met any of them.... their Chicken tenders on the other hand are fantastic! Buttermilk battered and perfectly fried. I had two orders of these the last time I was there. Their fries are also delicious and served with a very flavorful smoky chipotle aioli. The service here is very good and the space including the restrooms are very clean. They do a great job!
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Isaac T.
Everything is decent, nothing special - mac and cheese is good not great
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Horatio J.
Good burgers and they really know how to make an Old Fashioned.
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Alie A.
Good stuff. They know what they are good at, so the menu is fairly basic, but everything is great from the crab cake sandwiches to pull pork (the best) with egg..original and amazing..to their veggie burgers. Lively crowd but not too loud..great energy. The fried avacado and their chipotle mayo sauce will clog your arteries but make your tummy happy.
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Niyant S.
We decided to check this place out the other night for dinner. We were in the mood for something casual/low key, but still good, and we found the right place. Misconduct was featuring some rare beers on tap for beer week, but while I wasn't in the mood for any of these, they had many bottled beers to chose from. The food here was definitely great for a dive-esk type of bar. We ordered their mac-n-cheese for appetizer, and what is great about this is you can customize it! We ordered ours with mushrooms and garlic, and between the two of us we devoured it. For dinner, my girlfriend got their veggie burger, which was very good, and, in her opinion, better than the one they make at Good Dog. I was in the mood for some really good wings, and was hoping Misconduct delivered, and boy did they! Their buffalo sauce was actually legitimately spicy, and it came with plenty of bleu cheese and celery. All in all, this a good option for food and drinks, and location wise it is a bit out of the way but still close to lots of other bars/restaurants in Center City.
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Donna W.
Love their delicious and customizable mac and cheese :) And the avocado fries!
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Jillian P.
Service: great. Beer list: impressive. Food? Flat-out: don't put mac-n-cheese on a menu if I can get it better for 1/2 the price at the grocery store. Go for beers with acquaintances--beer list is nice and bar snacks okay-- but I wouldn't bring a date. Or family.
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Amanda G.
I would give this place 5 stars, but they took the crab and artichoke bruchetta off the menu and I was highly disappointed. My husband and I would make trips here JUST for that. God, it was so good. Cheesy and crabby and...delicious. BRING IT BACK REGULARLY!!! Anyway, other than that, this place is great. A wide selection of drinks, plenty of seating at the bar, inside, and outside (weather permitting). The grilled ceasar salad was a surprise - I never thought I'd like a grilled salad, but it was very good. The grilled cheese and burgers are good. Everything here is good, you can't go wrong here. But I do wish that bruchetta was back on the menu...
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Angela J.
Stopped in here after a fun World Cup party on Sunday, and had a great time! Service was very speedy, and the french fries are AH-MAZ-ING...I could have eaten like three plates full. The burger was also delicious, and served a TRUE medium, not the "you can order a medium but we'll still give it to you well done" that you end up getting at so many other places. I wasn't in the beer mood, but their beer selection looked great...can't wait to check it out on my next visit. Oh, and also, love that it's so close to the PATCO stop...
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Stephy S.
Had dinner here with a friend. I am weirdly in love with the mason jars they serve their alcoholic beverages in...a nice touch. I got the Veggie Burger (pretty good for one i'd say!) and my friend got the Mac and Cheese (she raved). Good place to catch up, I wouldn't necessarily go here if I wasn't in the neighborhood. Had a clan of boisterous drunks at the bar which was a tad annoying and a tad entertaining.
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Sophie U.
Isabella L. pretty much sums it up with one sentence: "It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal." My mom wanted a burger but, to my sorrow, couldn't stand the noise and darkness of Good Dog. So we walked around the corner and happened upon Misconduct. Yeah yeah, I should know better than to walk into a place with a name like this. Did I really think it was going to be a TAVERN tavern? No. But were we hungry? Yes. This sports bar has no less than TEN flat-screen televisions. Is it huge? No. Can it justify having two televisions hanging above the table at which we were sitting? No. Overkill much? Goddammit. Our server was cool. Not in the hip sense, but in the frigid sense. Whatever, she was cordial. She seemed peeved that we only got water to drink, but I don't really give a shit. My mom ordered the burger (medium-rare) with Swiss cheese (the cheese is an extra 75 cents) and I got the Grilled Salmon BLT. We waited quite a while for our food to come out. In the meantime, our server was walking around near us but didn't bother to say anything like "Your food will be out shortly" or whatever else servers usually say. In fact, we felt pretty much invisible. Let me skip any bullshit transition and get to the food: the burger sucked; the meat was dry and overcooked. We mentioned it to our server when she came by to check on us, but my mom declined the offer to send it back. Mainly because she didn't want to wait any more for her food, but also because she didn't want to get her food back with any extra stuff on it. And me? Well, I'm just not convinced that whoever is in the kitchen knows how to cook meat. My salmon BLT was good. It comes on toasted brioche, which would have been fine if it weren't -sliced- brioche. First, the salmon was thicker than one slice of brioche. Second, brioche is already very soft and pretty crumbly; if you toast it too much, it won't last very long in sandwich form. Bottom line is, don't eat at a joint that uses Comic Sans on their menu. Just kidding, it's not the font; it's everything else. From my experience tonight and most other reviews I read, it looks like the staff's just too cool to serve you -- unless you're one of those douchebag meatheads who go there and talk loudly and flirt with the server just because you can. That's right, I said it; I got beef with the clientele as well.
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Alexa R.
My sister in law told me to give our server a one dollar tip, which I did not do out of principle, but I agreed that that is what should have been done. We stopped in after the Phillies game last night and were hoping to find a cozy place with good food. We ordered nothing complicated: three burgers (one veggie) , fried calamari and French onion soup. It took 40 minutes. We asked our server to check on it, which she may or may not have done. It was all very strange. At one point, after nicely pouring my husband's beer into his pilsner glass, she tossed a can of beer to my brother-in-law who also had ordered a beer. My veggie burger and salad were fine, but nothing great. I wish the service and food were better because they have great TVs.
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Tiffanie B.
Misconduct is my go-to place for moderately priced, reliable bar food. During spring & summer, they offer a delicious basil-lemonade: lemonade, muddled basil & vodka, served in mason jars! At 10 bucks a pop, they're a bit pricey, but you can grab them for half price during the 5-7pm happy hour. The only food I've ever eaten here is their burger; no complaints. Served on a delicious, buttery, toasty bun, cooked to order, and served with either a side of fries or mixed greens salad. The fries here are my idea of perfection; crispy, lightly salted, and a few burnt ones thrown in for good measure (my favorite). They used to serve the fries with an aioli, but on my last visit, they did not have it. If you're a vegetarian, the veggie burger has received rave reviews from friends. During nice weather, this is a great spot for sitting outdoors and sharing a unique cocktail, while people watching or catching a Phils game. PS: For all of you sports fanatics, they have flat screen televisions outside!
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Julianna K.
Bland food. Overpriced. Ridiculously slow service. Too dark for the day time. That's it.
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Jaime K.
Just tried the wings - FANTASTIC. Get them with the dry rub.
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christina j.
We checked this spot out last night for drinks & to meet up with some people. I had the basil lemonade and just loved it - crisp, refreshing and I could definitely taste the basil. Kudos on the mason jar. Worth every penny and a perfect cocktail for the last days of summer and maybe a few days there after too. My beer buddy seemed to be have fun trying out some beers and was pleased with the options available. A pumpkin beer was sampled but then tossed aside for sweetness - better for after dinner or if you were just having 1.
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Ally G.
Create your own Mac & Cheese?! Cool! I really liked this idea of Misconduct Tavern's... They offer their Homemade Mac & Cheese with about 15 different ingredients you can choose from to incorporate into your Mac & Cheese. I went with tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, portobello mushrooms, and chicken. My lunch mate just went with the sausage. Wow, was I sure in for a treat! My dish was absolutely overflowing with yummy goodness. Chunks of mushroom and tender chicken... Nice crispy mozzarella cheese, baked on top... And a homey, light fondue sauce covering a lot elbow pasta. Definitely a very hearty meal. My only complaint is that with the more ingredients you choose, the more inconsistent the cheesy-ness was. My lunch mate's Mac & Cheese, with just the sausage, was a lot cheesier. Mine was somewhat runny, leaving something more to be desired. I think that inconsistency is due to the larger plate of Mac & Cheese you get with the more items you want in it. But would I come back and try their Mac again? Definitely... I might just go with 2 or 3 ingredients, instead of 5, or just try it plain! Oh and their chicken tenders have a very tasty kick to them too (the dipping sauce was awesome). Overall our service was ok and the place was clean. A nice place to grab a bite during the blizzard!
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JJ N.
Burgers are very good and so are the mussels. Mac and Cheese is awesome as well! Nice beer selection and you got to love a Basil Lemonade. Although they aren't quite the same without TOM not being there to make them any longer. Great spot to grab drinks and a bite to eat. Pretty good place to catch the game as well but get here early to get a seat!
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Lisa W.
I've walked past Misconduct many times on my way to and from the Patco and always thought, "hey, I should stop in there sometime." Well, sometime came and I was unimpressed. Looks like I'll keep walking on by.
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Rachel G.
Misconduct - the name is bad, but it is a great spot! This is the go-to place to watch any game. There are lots of TV's, and always a decent view from wherever you're sitting, even outside! They set up a small outdoor seating area with a TV! It's a very friendly atmosphere, and even when it's crowded you can still stand or sit at the bar and see with all those TV's in there. Lots of fun. Inside it's kinda charmingly cheesy with the nautical theme, but I like it. The food is so-so, but the scene is really about going to watch a game and have drinks. The fries were yummy with chipotle mayo, but over-salted. I had a special salad with duck, citrus over spring mix...eh. I know, why would I get duck...at Misconduct Tavern? It was a little bland and there was way too much fennel seed sprinkled on top. My friend got the mac n cheese with tomato...which looked dee-lish. Nice big portion size, too!
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Kat T.
I've been a Rittenhouse resident for several years now and only got a chance to go to this place this year. The food and drinks were excellent but I must say, the service was a TREMENDOUS disappointment. I've always gone with a group of 3 or more and in the handful of occasions that I have dined here, the wait staff have gotten our orders wrong or have given service as if they have a chip on their shoulder. Here's some specific examples of the poor service: -One of my friends ordered a Rosè and they were out of it. The waitress brings a glass of white Zinfandel to the table instead of asking my friend for her preference for a substitute. -During my most recent visit, the waitress rolled her eyes when we weren't ready to order yet. (We had only been there a few minutes and were just getting settled.) -The waitress swiped one of the cards three times because she kept putting in the wrong amounts. (Although they were voided, the holds stay on your card for a week.) I really like the ambiance (I love sailing and nautical things) and as I mentioned before, the food is pretty good. I tried really hard to give this place several chances by coming back a couple of times, but the last visit showed a trend of poor service. It's such a shame.
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Julia N.
I like this place's improbable nautical decor. It makes me want to hoist up the John B sails and find a wily whale to pursue, preferably in white. The beer list would be awesome in most cities but is kind of unremarkable for Philly. Your Bells and your Dogfishes can be had here. They seem to rotate the drafts frequently, so I can count on finding something good to drink here. The beer list and cocktails change with the season (hot boozy cider right now, for example) - I wish more places would do this. If you're looking for diet-busting bar food on a budget, this is the place for you. Vegetarian options (and they abound) include a hearty house-made veggie burger, a grilled cheese livened up with pepper relish, and fontina mac n cheese to which you can add a number of things (arugula, red pepper and roasted garlic for me, please). With lots of TV screens with sports on them, sometimes this place is packed to the gills with polo shirt types. I have yet to discern their migration patterns - sometimes I'll be sure this place will be a dudebro no go (Friday night at 8?) and it's merely humming and pleasant, and other times the flocks will descend unexpectedly. When it's quiet, though, this is a fine place to have a beer and a cheap dinner and dream of plying the wine-dark seas...
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Joey F.
My favorite place in Philly to stop for beer, food and just to hang out. Great beer selection every day. Foods are always good. Everything I've ordered from the menu is in my top five of all time for each food category. Burgers are great, my favorite french fries in the city, best chicken wings in the city hands down, french dip is amazing and on and on and on. I need to order their homemade hot dogs some day. Owner is great guy and a good laugh. Definitely worth going.
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Cetts C.
Don't go here to eat. Party of 5 and we all had something different. The medium rare burger was well done. The crab sliders were bland and mushy. The pork sandwich was so dry there was not enough beer to wash it down. Turkey and chicken wraps were eh and fries were old and gross. What a waste of money!!!!
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Jared G.
I'm on a Boat... Curved ceilings, varnished wood and brass make this place seem more like hanging out belowdecks on a sloop, without the inconvenience of actually being on water. However, you won't find tattooed pirates or Popeye in this place. Think more Newport than Norfolk. Good beer selection, good service, and their chicken caesar wrap is the best in the neighborhood.
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Matt L.
The interior is great, and so is the dipping sauce on the fries. nice beer selection (although a little pricey if you're not there at happy hour) Here are my beefs though: 1. This place is super close to where we live, and when my fiance goes there for take out (which she often does) it's met with either blatant indifference by the bartender or downright contempt. We're trying to give you money (and still tip, I might add), why are you so mean! 2. We went there the other day and the place was empty. 2 of the 4 folks were there, and when we told them we wanted a table for 4 we were told we needed our whole party. Forget the fact that the only other customers in the whole place were a party of 2, at a table with 4 charis. 3. I also had the smoked salmon sandwich referenced in one of these reviews. I love lox, I love salmon. This was the single worst thing I ate that year (2008). It was vile, no other word to describe it.
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Serge B.
Alright Misconduct, you've done it. I show up an hour before the Super Bowl to get a seat and hopefully a drink and what do you do? You have a complete menu special that includes appetizer, entree, and six beers from a decent pool of choices. All for $40. Food was amazing (osso bucco at a bar, really?), beers were great, and I was sitting at the bar the whole time. I've yet to have a bad outing here but last weekend was the clutchiest bar venture so far this year.
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Natalie K.
BEER IS EXPENSIVE HERE! Which is fine because it's good beer (albeit overpriced good beer). But if you're going to charge $9-$11 for a glass (not a pint) of beer, you might want to put the price on the menu. Especially if the beer in question is usually $5-$7 at other establishments. And if someone asks how much a beer costs, providing the beer list that doesn't include prices isn't very helpful. With that being said- If you order your beer during happy hour, you get a good deal (half priced drafts). The bartenders were also nice and attentive. I remember the salmon BLT being pretty awesome too.
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Chris P.
Meh exactly covers Misconduct in one syllable. Uneven, generally mediocre food. Fair beer selection and good wine choices, though the reds are often too warm. Odd mix of 20 somethings, lawyers and publishing types. Beautiful oak bar and odd nautical theme. The staff can be fun and friendly or bored and ignorant.
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Aaron T.
Ambiance is great if you're into a nautical theme.
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Doug C.
Misconduct is like your first long-term girlfriend. Maybe you swept her flaws under the rug but you'll always look back with fond memories. You've come across better matches since the two of you went your separate ways but you're always hoping to run into her and catch up. Anyway. This place occupies a good niche. It's a sports bar without being a douche bar. It has better food than your average bar but doesn't break the bank. Hardcore sports fans can rub elbows with hipsters and not wonder "what the hell is he/she doing here?" The servers and bartenders take pride in their work without coming off as pretentious or assuming. It has a fantastic rotating beer selection and plenty of bigger bottles like Saison Dupont, Theobroma, and an Imperial Porter (I forget the producer). It also has some nice wines by the glass like Malbec, Cotes du Rhone, and a Sangiovese. There's a reason why you'll generally see the same people here every night. It's also very popular among service staff in the center city area; definitely a good sign. Bottom line, it has a very chill atmosphere that's a result of the decor, people, and approach. Get the- French dip, burger, coleslaw (yes, really), grilled caesar, mac and cheese, chicken cheesesteak, and pear/brie sandwich. Avoid the- Mozzarella fundido (wtf). Other notes: Tuesdays are half-priced burger night and they usually have some kind of beer special (meet the brewer, tapped firkin, etc.). During football season do the NFL club if you think you'll be there three or more times in the course of the season. Get on the mailing list so you can hear about things like this Phillies bus trip to D.C. coming up in April. That's all I got. See you on the boat.
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T D.
Definitely one of the best salmon burger I've ever had! I was a little dissapointed that they got rid of their fish burger, but decided to try the salmon burger and very happy about it. It has a really good portion of salmon, and nice dill sour cream topping. The waiter accidentally dropped a bit of my leftover and asked the chef to make a whole new burger, with the fries too! I had to come back 2 days later and ordered exactly the same thing:) The prices are very reasonable ($10), and they also make a really good duck dog that is served on a flat bun, which is quite filling.
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Mayra H.
2 stars off for misconduct. And what, you ask, were the offenses? -Service was a bit off. Slow, distracted, with a dash of attitude. -Our food was cold when we got it. Luke-warm fries are not tasty. Their saving grace? The burger. I asked for medium rare, and I got medium rare, to the disgust of my fellow diners (not my fault they like cardboard). The meat was properly seasoned. Although this, too, was lukewarm. While sitting there I learned that Tuesday's are half-off burger days. I may come back on a Tuesday to conduct further analysis.
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Alex K.
I rolled through Misconduct earlier this week for lunch. I was by myself (loser, yes I know...), and stumbled across it while in the neighborhood getting quotes for a print job I need done. My friends highly recommended their burgers, but I couldn't even find it the first time I tried to check it out. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I guess it's not too inconspicuous, but I am kind of confused that I know the neighborhood pretty well and had only just found it almost by accident. The late lunch crowd was pretty thin, but I opted to sit at the bar and watch some sports center. It looked like a great place to go watch the game with a few buddies, chow down on burgers and have a couple of brews. Felt slightly bro bar but whatever, I was there for lunch, at least it didn't smell like a bro bar. In fact I liked the decor a lot, it was some sort of adaptation of the inside of a sailboat. THE FOOD/DRINKS: I ordered a lunch burger, the size of which was very surprising. I expected much bigger, and wasn't entirely satiated. Even still, it was very good...I can see why my friends hold Misconduct's burgers in such high regard-- flavorful, juicy beef, perfectly-textured fried onions, and an ever-so-slightly toasted roll stacked high. I just wish it were a little bigger, but I learned that there is a larger burger, the lunch one I got was purposefully a bit smaller. I had a Franziskaner with my burger, a fine pairing, they appear to have a pretty comprehensive bar offering, one of these days I should go for dinner, get a burger the size I like, and then stay for some drinks. THE PRICING: Reasonable, but certainly not a cheap burger compared to other taverns...then again, most other taverns don't serve burgers like these. Same goes for the beer, I paid $20 (generous tip included) for lunch and was sort of still hungry shortly after. THE BOTTOM LINE: Well-worth checking out, delicious burgers. It doesn't take the cake for my favorite burger ever, but I can feel myself craving one as I finish writing this, which is a rare occurrence. Just make sure you don't miss it on the street if you've never been there before!
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Elizabeth D.
We have been to Misconduct more than a new times. Just to grab a bite to eat or wait for friends. For a bar, their menu is amazingly diverse. I really enjoyed a special they had - Grilled Mahi Mahi "Cheesesteak" with tomatoes, caramelized onions, and a beer cheese sauce on a Sarcone's roll. Great number of beers on tap. At least 8 televisions! Crowded on the weekends, but service was great. Overally, this is a nice spot to catch the game, and eat. I probably wouldn't recommend me this for cheap drinking though - the prices are a bit steep.
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Minh C.
For starters, Misconduct Tavern is one of the better bar food locations in the city. I wouldn't necessarily say it is anything special but the food there is pretty decent. My only real complaint is that it can get awfully crowded and hot inside. If you're claustrophobic, probably not the ideal place to be.
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Kate W.
I was so impressed by Misconduct Tavern and did not have very high expectations going in. I'm a huge sucker for great service and that was definitely what I experienced here last night. As soon as my boyfriend and I walked in around 9:30 on a Friday during a Phils game, the place was pretty full. There was a hostess standing at the front and she told us she could get us a table without too long of a wait since we were only a party of 2. But she said, while we wait she'll grab us some drinks from the bar. So she let us peruse the menu a little bit and then brought us 2 Kenzingers really quickly while we just stood around the bar watching the game. After watching the game for probably 10-15 mins we were approached again and brought to our table, The service was so quick as we ordered the Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta to start.. ammmazzzingg, god it was so good. The collection of servers quickly get refilling our drinks, clearing plates, we placed our order for dinner which was their Grilled Cheese (add prosciutto) and I had the grilled caesar salad... now my boyfriend loved his grilled cheese and their fries, I am seriously obsessed with that grilled caesar salad. Two halves of fresh Romaine grilled, with fresh Caesar dressing drizzled across the top and Parm cheese, great croutons. Wow. After we closed out our check at the table we went over to the bar and got a seat. I saw they had Root behind the bar and have been wanting to try it for so long so asked the really nice bartender if he could make me something with it. He made up a drink for me with consisted of all kinds of things but I only was able to identify him pouring in Root and Bourbon. Coming from someone who didn't think they even liked Bourbon before that drink.. i loved it! Misconduct really surprised me, fantastic food, great service, fun atmosphere, I will definitely be back.
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Stephen H.
So true to their nautical theme, they serve food reminiscent of an 18th century whaling ship. Go for the hardtack. An extra star for not being busy during dinner hours.
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JEAN S.
Recent visits have been better. The food here actually is pretty good and as long as they aren't busy, service is improved. Beer list changes often.
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Jeffrey M.
This poofter slip has sunk in the wake of its own frruity spasm
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M M.
Hung out here for a couple of hours to watch a game with my wife and friend a this week. No problem with the nautical them. The place looks pretty cool. It's very clean which is not the case in every bar around here. Had one of the best veggie burgers ever. It was not a frozen processed puck of garbage. Definitely home made and fresh. Served on a delicious challah roll. Damed fine fries too! I really wanted to try the mac & cheese but couldn't convince my wife to order it....I saw a few go by and it looked amazing. Service was fast and friendly. We will definitely be back many times!
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Natedogg G.
Great center city bar that is slightly off the beaten path. Great food...burgers are especially amazing. Most of the sandwiches are fantastic. Fun for a night out with friends to watch a game because you might actually be able to get a table and good service. Very good alcohol and beer selection.
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Lowie T.
great place for a late night bite when everywhere else is closed and you don't want to go to a diner. the kitchen is open until 1am, and it hardly gets too crowded. their mac and cheese is decent, creamy and the elbow macaroni is ever so sightly al dente. the burgers are pretty good here too. there is nothing stellar overall about misconduct, but i always find myself back here when we've run out of ideas of where to go for a bite after 12a in this area. and in philly, there aren't too many options. their beer selection here will satisfy any beer drinker (not including you light beer drinkers!), and the vibe is very casual & low key.
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Lee S.
I had my doubts about misconduct tavern due to a 5 minute visit involving a bar crawl and some red headed sluts (the shot!). This preconceived notion turned out to be totally wrong. I had a great time. Was there for a birthday.... called 10 minutes ahead for seating, we walked in and they had a table for 15 waiting for us but the place was full minus our table. The waitress started taking our drink order from a vast slection of bottled beer and some draft. She stated she was new, only been there a week... this could have been a bad sign. It wasn't we enjoyed great service, never had to wait for a drink, the waitress was attentive and we enjoyed ourselves. Not to mention that had great food. Most of us ordered the mac and cheese, you could have it plain, or with a variety of toppings ranging from tomatoes, crabmeat, garlic, bacon, mushrooms, etc. Some of the other in our party had the burger, veggie burger, and chicken fingers. There wasn't a complaint in the place only sighs of delight over their french fries. They were even nice enough to accommodate my friend who wanted turkey added to the brie and pear sandwich. Overall it was a great experience and if they can handle a rowdy party of 15, they should be able to handle anything. I would highly recommend it to anyone who asked... yummm :o) Side Note: They did not add a gratuity for our party of 15, I know some people prefer it when they don't add a gratuity, so I thought it was worth mentioning
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Elizabeth S.
So...I would still to keep the 3 star rating. I've been back to Misconduct and yet again had the mac and cheese...this time, in it's pure natural state - no add-ins. But, it wasn't as good as the first time around, and I think it had to do with the fact that I ate it AFTER I had the mac and cheese at the South Philly Taproom...there's really no contest. Though, this dish is still good at Misconduct, the Taproom won me over and now has first place in my belly.
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dave p.
My friend who lives nearby took me to lunch insisting the burger is the best in town. I ordered medium rare and got medium rare! The burger was great and came with fries. Then he tells me on Monday's they are only $5. What a deal all day Monday! I'll be back for Monday lunch for sure. The beer slection was good too, I had Sly Fox 113 Pale Ale on tap and saw them tapping Bell's Two-Hearted Ale. Small glasses for $5 was kind of expensive though. btw, don't expect to find on the street parking, this is Center City afterall.
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Joey M.
Eh. You're typical upper class bar. Can't comment on food because I've only had the wings (they were decent) but atmosphere and drink selections are typical. Fun non-confrotational place to go if you just want to have some drinks and enjoy just another crowd in Philadelphia.
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John P.
Me and my family came here after we had seen Bronx Tale play. I really liked the decor. Pictures of sloops on the walls and port and starboard lights when you walk in. We went there and got something to eat which was good. But, the main reason I wanted to go there was because I heard they had dark and stormy's (combination of dark spiced rum and ginger beer) This is not something you can find everywhere. Anyway I'd def go back here in a pinch if I ran out of goslings and ginger beer.
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Meg B.
I love this place. Best place to go by far when you're looking for a late night snack that doesn't involve a dingy diner or a slice of pizza. The food is by no means standard bar food. Get the crab bruchetta or the truffle grilled cheese and you will be very satisfied. In terms of the bar, it's a great place to sit back, relax and catch a game, or talk amoungst friends. I highly reccomend checking this place out!
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Coco D.
You could probably pick up a really great asshole with bad shoes and a blue buttondown here about whom you could agonize over after he never calls you again. I'm not that into that, hence the mediocre rating.
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nico t.
i'm picky. i hate noise and like good food. i know, what's my problem? i've been searching for a decent place to watch the NBA playoffs. yes, for some reason my life-long obsession with pro basketball has endured every attempt by the league to repel me. alas, i do not own a tv, so i'm forced to seek a public venue for viewing. misconduct has been my latest location of choice. they have bright, shiny tvs and reasonably accommodating staff. unlike other bars that will remain nameless (for now... muhahaha), they will actually tune a tv on something other than philly teams even when said teams are playoffing themselves. for this, they get a bonus star. the second star is for scrumptious fries, made from potatoes grown in heaven, cultivated by buddha himself, harvested by the grim reaper (he's got the tools, he's got the talent), and prepared i can only presume through some dark pact with netherworld demons. oh, and a side of some mysterious sauce, which is two parts mayo and one part pizzaz. the third star results from a moderately quiet atmosphere most nights. i measure this simply by my ability to hold a conversation with someone at my table without having to yell. i stop at three stars because the rest of the menu has been lackluster, as others have observed already. i am further frustrated by a distinct lack of vegetarian dishes. sure, there are basic salads, grilled cheese, and mac & cheese, but none of them really stand out. once i had vegetable barley soup, which was memorable, but merely a soup du jour. in summary, reasonably useful for sport-viewing and french-fry-munching (which work quite well together, actually), but otherwise take a hike elsewhere.
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Amanda W.
If you are into beer (I am not) then you'll love this place. Tagged along with a few friends who came specifically a type of beer (don't ask me what kind...I have no idea.) It was a Tuesday night but there were a few tables in the place. Service was good...i would expect it to be with only 20 people in the place. Place is clean, nicely decorate. Have heard the food is good but haven't had a chance to check it out myself. A liiiitle on the pricey side.
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Lori R.
A group of friends and I stopped by Misconduct to get one last drink for the night. They had some of the best mac n cheese I've ever eaten at a restaurant, a decent beer selection, and interesting cocktails - we tried the alcoholic basil lemonade. I plan to go back for dinner soon.
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Andrew J.
It's great that this place serves food so late on the weekends! The chx fingers I got were good, and the french onion soup my girlfriend had was met with a good review also. The bar is nice inside, a good place to have friends meet you out for a drink and a late night bite to eat.
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Allison K.
The last time I was in Misconduct for happy hour (the best time to go as the specials are on point) the streets were dark, cold, and full of slushy used-to-be snow stuff. Given the elements, naturally, I inquired after some Irish Coffee. While I've managed to find the perfect mojito (at Amada, btw), I have yet to find the best Irish Coffee stop in town. Anyway, I was told "Why, yes, Irish Coffee, no problem, " and then received a mug of pitch-black stuff with a tossed-off, "This has Jameson in it, did you want a shot a Bailey's?" Um... yes, lady, if you're not going to serve it proper (with sugar and cream on top) then bring me the Bailey's. To be fair, bring it she did. Two shots worth. So suddenly one booze = three boozes. Would have been better if there was room in the glass to add it, and if the glass wasn't actually glass so it stayed warm... However, points to the server for reheating the drink for me so I could finish it at the correct temperature. And, again, one booze = three boozes. So, there you have it - not perfect, but not too shabby either.
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M W.
meh, fall cosmos on the menu but they don't seem to have them. beer seems a bit pricey. I wouldn't refuse to go here, but i wouldn't suggest it.
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Elisabeth W.
Great Veggie Burger which can be hard to find in philly. Good beer selection and good vibe.
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chris p.
this is a popular local bar, clean and friendly staff, however the food was mediocre. i ordered the grilled vegetable appetizer. It included one small mushroom, sliced grilled carrots and a few thinly sliced zucchini. They charged $11 for this small plate. It looked like they just pulled together anything left in the refrigerator and threw it on the grill... next time i'll order a burger.
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Michael L.
was there in dec 2008 was good food and drinks were good its very pricey but good its got a great location and the name ya can remmber it
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Don N.
Ended up watching the Euro Cup championship here since the other bars we tried to go to were too packed. This place was about 3/4 full and had plenty of TVs so it was a nice place to watch the game. The place seems a bit pricey for the quality/portions of food being offered. Pretty good beer selection but most places in this area have as good a selection, they do have some interesting choices on tap. Seems like they try to hard to make what is basically a standard pub something a little more classy. The service was a little slow and the place wasn't more than 3/4 full. I'd probably choose other places over this but it's not a bad place to catch a game or have a couple beers and a quick meal. However, there are definitely better opportunities within short walking distance of Misconduct.
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Vince L.
This placed was PACKED on a tuesday night. My coworker and I needed a place to watch the celtics/lakers game and stumbled upon this place. The burger was amazing. Best part about the burger had to be the bun, it was warm and toasty but yet still soft, i don't know how that possible but they did it. Also, apparently we came during beer week so we tried the flight of beers, which was good but not worth the price.
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Jessica W.
Solid neighborhood bar. Food is better than Fado across the street. There are plenty of nice HD TVs which makes this place great to watch a game. It's always clean and waiters are pleasant. Great beers are always on tap. My only complaint is that there are no prices on the beer menu so the bill is always a surprise.
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Christopher R.
Consider that a 3+ stars. Under normal circumstances, I'd go for four stars, but for the area, I need to distinguish it. The beer list was okay but they could try harder. I had a Avery IPA and a Dogfish Head Raison D'etre, both of which are good, but neither of which I would call especially adventurous. One dining companion ordered a Victory Donnybrook Stout, which he judged as towards the end of the barrel. We all ordered the lunch-portion burger, which has a phenomenal price-to-quantity value. Not the best burger I've had but definitely very good. We were all satisfied with our choices. What really stands out, though, are the pickles. The spice of that brine is off the chart! They were actually so good that I asked our server for more pickles, and when they arrived, my dining companions also partook. If they served them as coins instead of spears, they would make an amazing bar snack. Highly recommended, though not as a first choice.
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S P.
Got this place from a co-work as a good place to stop at for happy hour before jumping on the train. Price are decent for part of town and they have a good selection of beers and seasonal drinks. They are known for their mac and cheese, and they delivered. Will not stop by without ordering it. Wait staff is good, they are usually very buy after work but not a long wait and it is nice in the summer to get a little bit of the phils before heading home.
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Jessica M.
I cannot say enough good things about Misconduct. I have been a fan of this place as both a bar and a restaurant for years. I have been for lunch, happy hour, dinner, before games, to watch games....I have brought my friends and family here and everyone has loved it too. The food is delicious - burgers, mac-n-cheese (read any other review for more info - or just ask my sister!), salads, even their fish specials for us Lenten-observers. I have yet to order a dud here. Beer selection is great too. If you just want to stick to your Miller Lite you can get it here but also head to Misconduct for rarer finds and local brews. You will find it all here and you won't be disappointed. Most recently, I held an event at Misconduct and the owner and staff couldn't have been more helpful or generous. I really didn't have a thing to worry about, the gang there took care of it all and dealt with the craziness we brought in along with many children! I will continue to be a loyal patron here and will recommend and bring people back again and again. If you want a low-key, relaxed drink and some yummy food, head to Misconduct Tavern. Tip - check out their Twitter feed and FB page. They post specials all the time and list upcoming events! Enjoy!
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MaryAnn Z.
Meh is all I really have to say. I came here for happy hour with some coworkers. We had some food. It was fine. I dug the atmosphere enough, but the service was pretty bad for a bar that was only half full. We always were waiting on our server for beer refills, and nothing was over-the-top exceptional. I seriously wish I had more to say, but really, meh really sums it up.
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Michael S.
I was down in Philadelphia for the weekend and stayed near Rittenhouse Square. Upon arriving, I wanted to find a pub that would have a nice low-key atmosphere, a good beer selection, and some decent grub.
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Steven M.
Just went there for the first time to try something new other than Good Dog. I had heard pretty good whispers about this place and I think overall they were pretty spot on. We arrived and were pleased by the draft list. We avoided the specialty cocktails, since we felt those were targeted at the non-working crowd or the ladies. They have a nice draft flight where you can choose two 7oz drafts or 4oz for some of the choices. The menu looked good for a typical bar-burger joint. It was a little light on the meat-less options. I made it a point to never eat salads or veggie burgers when I switched over to a mostly plant-based diet. I don't want uninspired vegetable choices where the best you can do is either shape my food like meat or throw some stupid uncooked veggies together in the hopes of pleasing me. So I opted for the salmon burger and fries. The other dish on the table was the crab cake sliders. The food was very good. I'd rate the food about a 8/10. The only issue which caused me not to give it a 5th star for beer lunches was the long time between ordering and receiving our food. It was so long I was tempted to remove the 4th star. It took over 35 minutes from ordering to delivering. We sat down around 12:15 PM, we didn't have our food until 1 PM. I'm not going to completely write off the establishment based on one day, since we were told that a party of 10 had just come in before us. BUT we saw a party of 4 get their food before ours. So I don't completely buy that excuse. Overall, we'll be attempting this again. And hopefully the wait isn't as long. It's the one thing that really stuck out for us.
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Kate B.
Ahh, the MT. What started out as the unofficial waiting room for Good Dog (which is always suuper crowded, especially on Quizzo nights!) has quickly become a favorite in its own right. I first stumbled into Misconduct because I dug the name (who doesn't appreciate a little Misconduct?)...turns out Misconduct is actually the name of the owner's ship. Last I checked, Philly's not exactly a nautical capital...but whatever floats your boat. (Oh yes. I went there.) Anyway, Misconduct offers decent food, in a low-key setting, with an impressive beer list to boot. Last visit, I had the Misconduct burger (perfectly cooked, juicy, and with ah-maz-ing shoestring fries) and the Artichoke-crab-bruschetta -- I swear I thought I tasted heaven, and it tasted like artichoke and crab bruschetta. The beer list features all sorts of delicious rarities, like the Anchor Steam seasonals -- ON TAP! -- plus the ever-elusive 16-oz. Strongbow cider cans. The crowd is a good mix of hipsters, business professionals, and sports fans who wandered down from Fox & Hound -- I dig the variety, almost as much as the eats.
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Lea K.
The waitress was eh... kinda rude. She seemed annoyed that we came in for lunch. She and the woman bar tending could have been much nicer and the place was a little dark for lunch. The food was great. I had the veggie burger which i can't get out of my head. Could possible be my favorite veggie burger! Fries where also good perfect crunchiness. I decided that it would be a great place to watch a phillies game and hangout. Their beer selection was pretty good! My only negative was the staff other than that i loved it. So change your attitude cranky girl and this could have been GREAT! Try a sandwich and a beer and just watch the phillies do there thing!
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Alison O.
We had a good night here. We came in a minute after 7 and the bartender was nice enough to extend the HH beer special to us. I ordered the mussels which were ok (not the best here in the city), although I got a couple icky ones and they were kind enough to take them off the bill. I ate a few bites of the boyfriends burger and fries which were both delicious. For $10 it was a pretty good deal for the high quality the beef, it was cooked perfectly as well. The fries were thin and tasty, they could add some fancy aioli to make them really shine. We ordered the avocado fries too, and they were amazing. The bartenders were attentive and nice, and I think even gave us a beer on the house. I've been here once before and recall having a good meal then as well. The boyfriend commented that it was the perfect casual bar with good food, beer, and atmosphere. You can have a conversation, not too loud, and watch the game, and it's not crowded or overwhelming. We will be back for burgers and beers!
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Brian M.
Misconduct is growing on me. Not that I didn't like it before... it just never showed up on my radar as a place to go. But it's a laid back bar with pretty good food. I'm not a fan of the burger here - mostly because of the bun... but everything else I've had was great. They have killer fries, Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta is great, good chicken wings, great soups, and a mac and cheese that made me tear up a bit with joy. Beer menu isn't half bad... and comparatively it's not bad on pricing. Somehow I always get sucked into Fado across the street... but after my last tour in there I think I'm going to make this more of a regular spot.
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Christina E.
Went here for some beers with friends last night. The beer selection was pretty good, I can't complain. I didn't have any food, so I can only comment on my drinking experience. I didn't really see the decor since it was dark out and I'm colorblind. We ended up in the front vestibule/mini bar area waiting for a table from 11-12 AM on a Saturday, so I suggest coming earlier if you don't want to wait an hour like us. The waitress did serve us though, which was great.
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Jason O.
Let me preface this review saying the bar's entrance is 75 feet from my apartment door so I'm there a lot and probably not totally objective. Misconduct gets high reviews for their food. Mac and Cheese is unreal, great burgers, and decent food specials. The beer list gets 5 stars. Great belgians, IPAs and locals on tap + a crazy good bottle list. Try the dry rub wings, with sauce on the side, chopped. GREAT app. They have Sly Fox beer or Kensinger on special during all Phillies games for $3...great game specials! Service has been much better lately. Kinda hit or miss but improved from a year ago. Plenty of TVs to chill during a Phils game. A bit low-key for a real Eagles fan but they set-up a TV outside which is pretty cool on nice days. I would love to see another special or two...beers are expensive but typical for the neighborhood. Overall, I'm a fan. I was also here when the Phils won the World Series so it'll always be "special".
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Joshua S.
Misconduct's, I happily give you a four. You are a good place. I've been to you for beers and sports (The best games are on and the brews are ice cold and filled again before you get to the foam). I've been to you for late night cocktails (Your martinis were top notch and that is a tall order to fill). I've been to you for your awesome burger. Although it is kind of douch-y to advertise the best burger in the city, yours is one that I crave and definitely up there on the list. It is impossible to claim best anything in a such a competitive and opinionated city, but I must say bravo for the burgers you are currently pounding out. I like your crowd. Industry types dressed nicely. The service is great, although I prefer the bar to the table service there, and the location is good. It's got all the elements of a casual spot to either start or end your night.
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Chrissy R.
I've spent most of my free time for the better part of 3 years across the street from this place and I've never been tempted to go in. However, after being told a couple of times that I really should try it out-I bit the bullet. This place looks divier than it is. It's over priced and the burger I had was just blah. I'd give it another shout maybe because it was packed and it could have been a bad night.
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Michelle S.
Very good bottle beer selection, and a good selection of wines by the glass. I am a fan of any establishment that sells a Malbec by the glass. The food is also very good. I love the French Onion soup, the Steak Sandwich and the Chicken tenders. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat before a show, or to enjoy a few beers with friends afterwork. The staff is very friendly, and really informed and up to speed on the beverage offerings.
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Marie O.
Great atmosphere, pumpkin beer was good and autumn pear cider was delicious. Had pulled pork sliders, amazing, best fries I've ever had.
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Kate C.
Somewhat boring bar with a pseudo-nautical theme (the bathrooms are for Sailors and Mermaids). Unimpressive draft beer selection, though the bottle selection has some decent choices. Lots of flat screen tvs. So why the four stars, you say? It's all about the fantastic grilled cheese, which is served with a deliciously bizarre layer of sweet red pepper relish, and perfectly salty fries. If for some strange reason grilled cheese isn't your thing, there are also plenty of burgers and cold sandwiches (including a pear and brie sandwich, which I might order someday if I can ever tear myself away from the grilled cheese). Apparently the full menu is served until 1:30 a.m.
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Chrystelle B.
This place is okay. I really like their avocado fries, and its the primarily reason I agree to go here. The burgers are also fairly decent, although I have to say the burgers are mostly bun. They have a fairly good beer selection (although I have to add I'm not a beer snob by any means, so take that factoid with a grain of hops). However, the few times I've been here the service was unfriendly and at times rude. This place also attracts people who I would consider to be of the obnoxious frat boy type. Perhaps going here on a slower night would yield a better experience.
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Sta t.
Good beer selection and great burgers. There was room for improvement for the calamari appetizer and whatever the super-bland dipping sauce that came out with it. I recommend some buffalo wing (surprisingly tasty) sauce or traditional cocktail sauce instead.
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Brenton W.
Oh thank heaven for 2nd chances. My first experience was not so great. Overcooked burger, under seasoned and cold fries and funky tasting draft beer. I must say I have been back numerous times since and ever never been disappointed. The beer selection is decent, they always have the newest Dogfish Head (Black and Blue is my personal choice), and a decent draft list. Their wings are, in my opinion, the best in the city. I order them with straight dry rub, no sauce and they are always piping hot and loaded with flavor. Since my first bad experience I have had nothing but great burgers. Misconduct's burgers and fries blow away the Good Dog burger and their lame-o frites. The bar and waitstaff (Keenan might be the best server in Philadelphia) are some of the coolest in the city. Not a fan of the whole nautical thing they have going on but I can look past that when everything else is pretty close to being spot on!
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Jed S.
Misconduct Burger is no Gooddog Burger, but still good (get it with the spicy mayo).
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Bernadette F.
The food and beer here is always great. Excellent craft beer selection. Highly recommend the Mac and cheese, French onion soup and warm spinach salad.
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Alicia R.
Delicious. I've been here twice now and I've had the french dip and the macaroni and cheese. Both were fresh and full of flavor. I'm going here tomorrow for my birthday so I can get me some bamf mac and cheese! Can't wait to try more!
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Paul C.
In an effort not to inaccurately equate correlation with causation, I'll just say I had the BEST burger and fries of my short life, here, on the 5th of January, 2008. And before I leave Philadelphia, I will patronize this place again (and again) to accumulate scientific evidence in support of generalizing this otherwise one-time experience of perfection. Additionally, the atmosphere is well-rounded and pretty laid back; mainly a bar with a line of tables on the opposite wall. Somewhat serious bartender, but he got the job done. A nice selection of drinks (such as the fact that they carry Strongbow Cider) too. But the burger! (and fries!)
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Elizabeth B.
I have such fond memories of coming here on the hottest days of summer where the low lighting, ice cold air conditioning and phillies on the HD TV was just what the doctor ordered. They have a decent selection of beers, and the food is good. They have some bar-ish basics (burgers, wings) and some not so basic (pear & brie sandwich, stuffed pork chop). It seems to me that when the ownership changed over, the mostly seafood menu went to the wayside. A shame because they did clams very well. I've never had a problem with the staff ... very friendly and just doing their jobs well. Lastly, the nautical decor is understated at times and in your face at other's. Trust me, it's possible, and it's great.
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Brian P.
Awesome Beer Selection!! They always seem to have a new beer or two every time I'm there as well as a few great seasonals! The Mac N Cheese is absolutely outstanding. Overall it's a great place for a few drinks at happy hour or to watch a Phils game on all of the flat panels.
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Erin L.
Misconduct is a good bar to watch sporting events: multiple tvs with different games. A long bar with lots of stools plus numerous tables for dining. The beer selection is solid. The roast beef sandwich/French dip is very satisfying. Be sure to ask for the mayo when you get fries: it has a bit of a bite and is irresistible. A few friends swear by their signature basil-cucumber cocktail. I've always found the service to be hospitable and sufficient. This is a great bar to bring a group of friends to chill, talk and grab some good food and beer.
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Rob W.
This is probably my favorite bar in the city. It has great food, the burger's are terriffic and any time I venture beyond a hamburger and a beer, I've been happy with the result (for e.g. they have a wide selection of fish burgers that are delicious). Always have a great beer selection. The bartenders and waitresses always provide prompt service and are mostly friend. Lots of TVs. Really, my only complaint is that this bar has become so popular over the years. When I moved here in 2007, I used to be able to come down here and get a seat at the bar and flip on whatever game I wanted, now, its often packed. But it deserves it, great spot.
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Ben P.
Have always loved this place. Recently, after a poor experience trying to get a seat at Good Dog (FAIL), we walked around the corner. Misconduct didn't disappoint. Friendly staff got us a table right away (place was jumping, too). Awesome beer selection including a LOT of Dogfish Head on tap, which is real cool. Good sandwiches, great sides, good service all around. Will be heading back very soon.
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Christian L.
For the atmosphere.. I like.. very clean... ani enjoy the drastic amount of cushion on the stairs (you'll know) I got an ipa dogfish head at 9.0 alcohol Nuf said.
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Kap N.
This place is lovely. They have a lot of obscure beers from upstate New York as well as other brews from random places on the west coast.
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Tracey R.
Very good mac-n-cheese. Excellent beer selection. They won me over with Franziskaner Hefeweizen on tap. Great place to watch sports, also. Friendly and fast service.
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Thomas S.
Nice sports bar with nice staff. Free wifi barely worked but I got my skype call done inside the big room on the right. A couple of cold beers and sports on TV. Hard to beat on a warm day! Will be back.
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Anrenee R.
Basil lemonade, gravy fries, fried pickles We came here for a friend's birthday. The lemonade was good, strong enough that I didn't finish it. As a weak fan of gravy, I only found the fries mediocre. They weren't bad, I just don't like gravy. The fried pickles seemed sliced thickly, but they were bad either. I would probably only return here if someone else suggested it first.
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Nancy N.
I'm not sure what the big deal about this bar is? We stopped by once on a Friday night, it was a little crowded and they did have the downstairs open but no one was downstairs! I stopped by a second time after CC sips and it wasn't too crowded so we were able to get seats at the bar. The bartender was nice. I got their signature sweet tea lemonade, loved it! It's very good, but $10?! a little too much.
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Lin Z.
Our group of 6 dined here today for lunch. High exposed ceilings and deep blue walls and big sports tvs make for a cool bar atmosphere. Service was upbeat and friendly. Unfortunately the food was just okay, and the menu is smallish pub-fare sandwiches and salads. I ordered grilled chicken sandwich -- which can be a blank canvas inviting almost anything to spark it up. This one was left blank - a plain breast with little seasoning except for a brushing of some sweet flavorless sauce, and a leaf of soft lettuce and a few cabbage slaw threads, all sitting on an egg-type bun that tasted day old. The one saving grace was the fries, thin skin-on type which came in a separate bowl, perfectly salted. One of my friends ordered a grilled cheese with avocado that looked pretty good. The salmon sliders also looked good, served on mini egg-type buns. IMO, the food is slightly below TGIFridays type of fare. The location can't be beat -- so hopefully the food gets better!
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Amanda D.
Looking for a bar to waste time, I was drawn to this place given the name...reminding me of a game misconduct in hockey only to find that is clearly not the case (nor is it the season in Philly for it ha ha sorry). But that's okay. This was a good choice in time wasting. The beer list was not as local as I was hoping (I love to get to try stuff I can't get at home) but I made do with it very easily. Decent selection of beer in cans too. We decided to also snack on some of the potato fritters, not really knowing what to expect. They were like breaded and fried logs of mashed potato. They came with a sriracha mayo and that together was awesome. Since really the only sports going on when we stopped in was the NCAA lacrosse finals, that was on here (and like, everywhere) but it definitely has an awesome layout for a sports bar. I'd definitely want to come somewhere like this to watch games.
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Leslie W.
I've only been in here for drinks a few times. Their happy hour is an alright price, but their regular beer prices are just too high. Example: $7 for a Magic Hat. I mentioned to my boyfriend that we could always go here again for happy hour, and he said why pay more at happy hour than any other happy hour -- so I probably wont be back. Overall, they had an alright list of beers, and I like the open and nautical feel of the place. I wish it was priced a bit more competitively for the area.
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Sara M.
Came here to watch the USA women's soccer game last night and loved it. Service was quick and consistent throughout the game, even though it was wall-to-wall packed with people. Solid beer selection with lots of seasonal choices, my table also split the potato popper, mini sliders, and chicken fingers-even though I didn't try them they smelled delicious and were gone in 2 minutes flat. Cute waterfront decor and very nice, clean individual bathrooms make this place a nice option to watch sports!
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Tim L.
Decent place for an IPA after a hot afternoon of walking and shopping in Philadelphia. The menu appears satisfying.........
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Claudia L.
The food is surprisingly better than expected here. However, the service needs to be improved. Every single time I go and sit outside, they basically forget about you. Food is one thing, but if the service isn't good, forget it.
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Kris P.
Misconduct was always one of my favorite spots for lunch or a drink after work when I worked in Center City. I've since moved out of Philly, but met up with friends last weekend for drinks and apps and was so happy that I still love it just as much as I did when I lived in Philly! The place was crowded but service was excellent and food was really good. I would definitely recommend Misconduct for the food and atmosphere.
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Rachel F.
I went to Misconduct last night after hearing it was a a new spot for young professionals. I haven't been there for a few years -- when they still had the $5 lunch burger, and I was surprised by the expansion. They have a lot more space and TVs. The scene was OK. Kind of bright, but OK to peep a number of tables filled with attractive-ish men. My friend and I ordered the hot dogs and sea bass sliders. We were hesitant to order the sea bass after the bartender told us he preferred the lamb sliders. Well, we certainly made poor choices because both items were pretty bad. I'm talking "bad" as in worst food I've had at a Philadelphia bar-resto in a while. The bratwurst was dry and thin as a sharpie. The "sea bass" was more akin crab cakes with WAAAYYYY too much filler. They were mealy and not flavorful. The only saving grace were the fries, which were probably the only average to slightly-above-average thing we tasted. Bar service was kinde of slow and I was suprised that my beer was $9 for a pumpkin imperial stout. No wonder they do not include prices on the draft list. Overall, disappointing. No better than the other sub-par bars around that general vicinity. Would much rather go to Good Dog or Monks.
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Lauren F.
One of the worst bars I've ever entered. I ordered a dirty Girl Scout and the bartender gave me the wrong drink. He claimed I ordered the un-minty drink I had in my hand. Later that night, I went to the bar across the street. I checked my bank statement and realized I was double charged--the bartender swiped my card twice for the same amount. I went back to the bar and confronted them. They brought out the manager and she insisted it was my bank's fault that the bill showed up on my statement twice but she also gave me forty dollars in cash while saying this nonsense. Not to mention, I was waiting for the manager a few feet away from the kitchen door, and as a chef walked by, he snatched my phone out of my hand. I was totally not having it that night. I went up to him and he handed my phone back but when I asked him why he grabbed my phone out of my hand, he said he did not do such a thing. Also, this chef claimed he was the manager and the owner of the bar. I didn't buy that bull crap because I talked to the manager prior to this new incident. Also, they dramatically escorted me out of the bar because they didn't want other customers to know about the incidents above. And there was a lonely, old man (customer) who said something very nasty to me. Overall, this place is horrendous . I would give this place 0 out of 5 stars if I could.
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Brian H.
Middle evening bar visit review only: The kick up from 1 star to 2 was due to the bathrooms, new, clean, designed and adorned to an eclectic degree. After sucking down some $1 oysters and beers at a different location, my two friends and I needed a change of venue. We slipped off Locust Street into Misconduct, a name I remembered from reading my daily dose of Yelp reviews. ;-) This place is nothing special, a few TV's, beer on tap, and a specific asshole bartender trying to act cool who thought it appropriate to criticize one of my friends. The bartender did not even know him, probably just trying to impress a certain young woman sitting at the bar. Hey, you're a 50ish year old trying to pick up 27 year old girls with your stellar career working as a bartender. Good luck with that.
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Augustina G.
The place has a nautical theme. I can get down with that. Been here a few times during happy hour and even on the weekend and the service generally seems to be a hit or miss. The host stand could be more attentive when people are walking in. Their drink list is rotates seasonally and there isn't a cider I've had there on tap that I've disliked. Within the last year or so ago, there were renovations on expanding the space and they did a really a great job with making it feel a lot less cramped. The open windows/doorways are convenient when it's nice out. I'm pretty sure that happy hour does not include food specials, which is unfortunate. I really like their mac and cheese. I really do not like the fact that it starts at $10 (given the portion size) as the base price and you can add additional items on it...for an additional fee, so you can have a pretty plate in front of you. I'm digging their avocado fries. That stuff is great! I just wish the portion size was bigger. Maybe that's my American fatty mentality speaking. The bathrooms are also very clean, which should make you comfortable doing your business. They also play soccer games and this place draws Arsenal supporters, so Spurs fan should probably stay away. You've been warned...
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Dan D.
Not so satisfied with the service I got at this place. The waiter looked like her was up all night from looking closely at his reflection. If you aren't going to give a s***, should I actually tip you? This is your job like it or not do it right.
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Punita F.
Being here on a Sunday was a little intense, especially since the Eagles were playing. If your coming here to watch your local team (Eagles) get here a bit early. Otherwise it is standing room only. I ordered one appetizer (Avocado fries) and they weren't as good as I expected. The batter wasn't seasoned and the avocados weren't quite ripe. For my cocktail I ordered the Moscow Mule. Now, I didn't expect it to be served in the traditional copper mug but when I got it there was so much ice that it was gone in 4 sips. Not worth $10. Service was better than expected. Our server was very friendly and so was the hostess that greeted us.
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Matthew W.
From the name I expected a bar that was less fancy and little more rockish, however, it is still a cool place to grab drinks and food with friends. The staff is very friendly and quick. The bar selection is good. I did not have any food but it smelled awesome. It is right in center city so there are plenty of other bars to walk to if you don't like this one or want to bar hop. Septa and patco are close as well.
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R H.
My wife and I were visiting Philly for the weekend. We stopped in for some Oysters and drinks before dinner, and the owner happened to be right next to us at the bar. Couldn't have been nicer! The oysters were great and so were the drinks. Even gave us a couple drinks on the house. Very cool.
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Angela A.
My husband and I have eaten here twice. The first time we ate at Misconduct the food was okay - enough to make us want to come back again. The next (and last) time we went there, it was atrocious. I ordered a Diet Coke, but when I took a drink out of the glass it tasted like vodka had been mixed in with the diet coke. I asked the waitress if my drink was only diet coke, and she said yes. My husband even tried it, and thought the same as I did. I don't know. Weird. On to our meal (we were the only couple in the restaurant). I ordered the carnita tacos and my husband had the hot dog. Both of our meals had a funky aftertaste, almost a musky flavor. We didn't eat half of our meals, so we asked for the check and left. Well later that night we both got very sick, and vomited all night (we shared each other's food at lunch). So on top of the horrible food, we suffered from food poisoning also. To state the obvious, we won't be back. Fado, which is right across the street, is much better in my opinion.
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Syvan T.
After going to a concert at the Kimmel we decided to try the Misconduct Tavern. The bar area was pretty loud when we came in but we sat to the right of the bar where the tables are and were able to have a conversation that didn't involve screaming over music. We sat down and shortly after our waiter came over to take our order. We ordered the Misconduct Burger and the Chipotle Chicken hot dog. Both are recommended and even the fries it came with were good. It's a good place to get bar type food with a twist.
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Alicia O.
I've been to Misconduct twice and I feel like I should write too separate reviews cause they felt like two completely different bars. (I think they renovated the bar somewhat recently.) First time I was here, I walked into a small, dark bar. Plenty of tables and seats. My friends and I ordered some burgers. Our food was decent and I filed it in the back of my head if I ever needed a low key bar to grab some food and drinks if I was in the area again. A year or so later, I returned. Misconduct was not the small, dark bar anymore. They opened the place up and it's a lot brighter, but holy crap it was CROWDED. I was here on a Friday during the holidays and it was insane. We barely found a spot near the bar and we somehow were able to grab a drink. Servers kept asking me to move. People also trying to a spot kept rubbing against me. I starting feeling claustrophobic, so we finished our drinks and went elsewhere. I've walked by a few times since then and it always seems crowded. Might be back, but definitely not a weekend night.
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Majlinda K.
We were here bright and early on a Sunday to watch a soccer match and i instantly loved this place! They have a massive HDTV screen in the main area and a real fireplace. We ordered coffee to start (since it was 8am) and it was delicious!! I am a coffee addict and really thought their coffee was really strong and delicious especially for a sports bar, its only $1.50 a cup. The brunch specials for sundays are really great. I got the fritatta and it was under $7 and it came with hashbrowns, little fruit and bread. I would reccomend this place for brunch! Oh and the staff was extremely friendly.
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John B.
One of my favorite Friday happy hour stops!! Good beer selection and great various slider dishes.
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Sara L.
Bigger is not always better. Misconduct has recently undergone a large scale renovation and expansion into the neighboring space, and has also undergone a global shift in atmosphere. What was once a cozy, yet bustling, unique gastro-pub has morphed into yet another mega-bar where you can have a generically "okay" beers and food experience. It's packed, loud, and rowdy - sometimes complete with fist pumping. The menu contents are the same, but execution of a lot of the food has been lacking. The customizable mac & cheese, in particular, has let me down. I guess it is good for the business that they were profitable enough as a small neighborhood stand-out to morph into an even more profitable scene, but it's not my scene.
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Jonny R.
I've heard lots about Misconduct. It's half-off happy hour is a draw for me, but you have to wonder why a restaurant has to offer such a deal to put people in seats. Still, a $4 Hop Slam is unbelievable. I need to visit again, but they were out of the oysters I wanted, and the roast pork sandwich was bland and flavorless really--the long hots had lost their heat, the provolone was minimal, and the broccoli rabe was chewy and sticky. The barkeep was sweet, but not too attentive (took me awhile to get a water, and when I did, it wasn't without ice like I requested). Good for a cheap drink at 5, but not to eat. I'll update soon, I suppose.
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Steve M.
I like misconduct for watching games, meeting friends, and if it's not mega-packed on a Saturday night, which it almost is, not a bad place to relax. Sunday games are good here. A lot of center city workers use it for their happy hour spot. It's a little more upscale clientele. Drinks are average for what you'll pay around this area. It's not a dance spot though, that's for sure.
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Melissa P.
Drinks: Decent bar, good drinks. I've been told their bloody mary's are really good. I like their Dark and Stormy. It doesn't get too crowded which is nice, unless there's a game on. Foodwise: There's a large mac and cheese selection where you can build your own. AWESOME. Avocado fries are good.
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Rose W.
Great place to pregame the Academy of Music to avoid their ~13 beers. Came here on a Wednesday, there's a nice happy hour 5-7 with $5 house cocktails $5 wine & more. I would eat somewhere else tho, the menu is a little weak (option wise)
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Alyssa R.
This is me and my friends go to place. I really do enjoy it however, they do not have good specials. We go here to watch games very frequently but it gets very expensive fast. Although it is a great casual date place or a place with a big group because we can usually secure a table in the back and all hang out around it. Theyre food is good also. Just wish they had some real game time specials.
Well, I went her this weekend and it started off great. The waitress was super friendly but after we got our beer we did not see here again for another 15 mins. She never even came over to ask how I liked my salad. I got the golden beet salad which was a complete disappointment and I love beets. The orange vinaigrette was terrible. After finally get our second drink, we just asked for a check cuz God knows how long it would have taken for her to come back again. If I return, it will be for drinks at the bar!
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Jessica C.
I've only been once and it was on a Sunday night, so take this with a grain if salt: the place was empty. That's either good or bad, depending on what you are looking for. The beer selection was solid. Definitely go for the sliders.
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Nicole H.
Great choice for happy hour, with insanely cheap drinks and very good bar food. And the service ROCKS. They're so friendly and willing to help. And the "new" bathrooms are a step up from the old, gross ones downstairs. Last time I visited a friend left his backpack with a very expensive laptop in it behind a table. We called around 1:30 am when we realized it was missing and they said they couldn't find anything. We headed over in the pouring rain just to check, and confirmed it wasn't there. Then, around 2 am, we got a call that they'd found it (they accidentally thought it was a server's). How nice of them to call and stay open til we came back to pick it up. They could've waited til the next day to call, which would've ruined his night. Or they could've stolen everything in there. Or a dozen other less awesome things. So thanks, Misconduct, for providing us with tasty and cheap drinks & eats and for being solid people to boot. We'll all be back many times to come - can't wait for the expansion to open!
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Rumit P.
Really excellent ambiance (sports bar with huge TVs above the bar), big two-level dining space with plenty of bar stools/tables and booths, and packed just enough to make you enjoy good beer, good food, and good crowd of 20-40-somethings. We went for happy hour and really enjoyed the drink specials. I ordered the dark and stormy, which was served in a mason jar. Although there is no food specials for their happy hour, the appetizers were affordable at regular price, and they came piping hot and tasty. What did we get? Onion rings and avocado fries--highly recommended! The onion rings were small fat curls fried to perfection and the avocado fries were a great finger food to accompany the drinks---all for such reasonable prices ($7.50 and $5, respectively). The server was really attentive and friendly, offering to replenish drinks and checking in on us often but not necessarily annoyingly often! Random aside: They even have several individual unisex bathrooms, which is unusual but cool. Misconduct Tavern is close to everything, has great food and service, and is definitely worth the visit.
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Kate M.
Second time in a row coming here and they have overcharged on beers the entire night. I think it's become their policy to try to rip customers off. If you try to ask them about it they just shrug and swipe your card for what they want to charge you. The food also sounds a lot more appetizing than it is.
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Bill M.
Even before I ever set foot in Misconduct it was one of my favorite ever bar names in Philly. But being the slacker that I am and given the Rittenhouse Square areas VAST bar competition, it took catching up with my friend before she set sail for a move to Hawaii to finally get me to go and see what this bar had to offer. And I'm kind of disappointed that it took so long, because Misconduct was definitely the beer centered bar with some decent cocktails and pub food goodness that I expected it to be. While I wouldn't completely consider it a beer haven. The rotating mix of 12 drafts and 50+ bottles does give it an amicable list, especially when you factor in the $4 drafts on Happy Hours and drink specials that they offer on a regular basis. As for food the jumbo wings with dry rubs easily contended with some of the other best wings candidates in the city. And the house made beer battered fried pickles definitely made for an interesting bite. But overall the menu offers some well rounded and interesting pub fare. Upon entry don't be swayed because Misconduct is definitely larger than it looks, even more so if/when the extension construction that was going on has completed. And it can be a solid destination for Phillies games.
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Philip F.
If you like bad service come here. We'll maybe it is more like no service and being ignored.
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Joshua R.
Great place to go for happy hour in center city. They recently expanded, which seems to have just made the place more popular, rather than add space, definitely can get crowded at times. Recommend the basil lemonade, delicious and refreshing.
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Thomas W.
Misconduct is a nice, classy bar near RIttenhouse that's great to watch a game at. Their beer selection is decent and their mixed drink come in pint glasses--which is actually the most poignant thing about Misconduct that sticks in my mind. Food was good as well, though I mostly came for drinks. It's a very clean, big, nice space especially compared to other spaces such as Fox & Hound just down the street. Definitely a bit lower energy too--which has benefits depending on who you're trying to watch the game with.
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Peter N.
Good place to catch a drink in the city. Great beer selection (hello craft beer!), and their cocktails are a good concoction. This was my first time here since they expanded the space, so everything looks new, bright and clean! And they have tons of TVs, and not all broadcasting the same thing. Staff was very attentive, and the happy hour drink specials featured beer, wine and cocktails! Definitely good if your group all have a different drink preference. I had the fries and chicken fingers. Both were good; the fingers were very crispy. Seems like Mac and Cheese is their speciality, so I'll give a variation of it a try next time!
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Heather D.
Update: my original review was way late; someone brought to my attention that the onion rings are no longer on the menu so two high fives for her ass :-/
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Liza K.
Went here on a Friday night and really enjoyed the vibe. We sat in the bar area, but were able to find a table without any wait. It was pretty loud between the music and people, but a great atmosphere. Drinks were a bit steep - We got their $6 ciders. We really liked their Salmon Sliders - they came with aioli sauce, a nice contrast to the salmon, and served on mini brioche buns. Their mac n cheese is also really good - we added sundried tomatoes and wished we'd added something with a bit of a kick instead. Service was great, although we waited quite a bit for our food. Verdict: We'll be back on another evening! Great atmosphere to relax with friends or meet new people.
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Ancy T.
Had a great time when I went here. Went for happy hour and then again for after dinner drinks. Both servers I had were friendly and attentive, most likely because we had a big group and were expecting some good tips The venue was much nicer than I was expecting and pretty spacious. Our group didn't make reservations, but they were super accommodating.. there were a total of 15 of us trickling in so they set aside an area for us. They were good about making sure each person was tended to and I honestly didn't have many complaints. My late night server was much friendlier than the happy hour server, but I was still happy regardless! I'll probably stop by again with friends.. didn't try the food, but not sure that I would considering other reviews. I'm ok with just the drinks. Oh also - i had this Belgian white beer that was just everything. Light, refreshing.. just perfect! It's gotta be a new fave for me. I'm still trying to figure out what beers I like, but this has definitely made the list!
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Vanessa T.
This is a good spot to hang out with friends and watch some sports. There are a lot of TVs in here, big and small. The size of this place is pretty big with a good amount of tables and a nice size bar. This place is packed and loud on the weekend, like any bar, this is pretty normal. I came here on a sunday when the eagles played. As expected, no seats at the bar or tables. We put ourselves on the list for a table, got one after about 40 minutes through text. The food here is not too bad, I've had their chicken fingers, steamed mussels, fries, sliders. Your typical bar food, not spectacular but not the worst I've had. I come here for drinks often, not a bad spot and definitely good place to watch the game with fellow eagles fans.
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Sharon F.
Best atmosphere to watch the Women's FIFA final and amazing snacks! Ordered the Ahi sliders, edamame, sweet potato fries, avocado fries and salmon sliders for our group and everyone loved them! Standing room only for big games so get there early.
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Ashley S.
This is a great place to come for drinks, and it is my go to spot on a Saturday night. They are usually packed on weekend nights, but for some reason we always find a table for our large group. They have a good selection of craft beers on tap and a lot more in bottles. Their food is ok. I had salmon sliders once and they were acceptable, but I usually just come for drinks. In the summer, they have tables out front which are nice. And in the fall when it's a little too cold to sit out there, they have heaters which make it tolerable.
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S M.
My experience took place Saturday May 9, 2015. I currently live in the D.C. area, but I was in town for the Mothers Day Weekend being as though my mother and family are from the Delaware area. After planning a spa day surprise at the Aria for my mother, we decided to get lunch. As you may know there are a lot of restaurants near the location, but based on some general yelp reviews we decided to come to this establishment. The hostess was very nice and offering us seating on the top level on the right side of the bar. Once we were seated in the section, we saw the waitress look at us, bring food to a table that was diagonal to the right of us. As she walked back toward our table, I thought she would stop and acknowledge us. She did not. As she walked back out looked at us again, then walked to a table that was in the same section as ours as well as next to the table she was just serving ,and I assumed asked if they were doing okay, because she didn't have anything in her hands. I then thought she would then acknowledge us, to ask if we wanted water, or drinks etc... She did not. She walked directly past our table again without saying a word. Another party came in 2 men and a woman (they were Caucasian / my mother, my sister, and myself are African American) sat adjacent to our table. The waitress came back out and went directly to them, acknowledged them, and asks them did they want anything. At this point I was perplexed. They received their water, and we had yet to be acknowledged. Another waitress came into the section (this was the first time I seen her, I think she may have been walking towards the bar) and asked if we've been helped. I advised her no, and she asked if what we would like to order. She was very polite, and took our drink orders. When she brought us our drinks, I asked about how the sections were broken up, she made it clear that they were not, and she asked why the inquiry. I explained to her that The other waitress walked past our table twice, looked at us, and did not acknowledge us, and went to the table that was adjacent. Our other waitress was empathetic and apologized. By this time the other table had already received their food. The one waitress did her best to accommodate and give good customer service, but I was upset by what happened. I asked her for a business card of the establishment as well as name of the other waitress who chose to ignore myself and my family. I try to be understanding in most situations, but I would like to mention that there were only 2 other parties (a Caucasian party of 2 women and a Caucasian family of 4 with a baby) in the section when we first arrived, so it was not super busy... I wrote and email to the manager and I wanted to make them aware of this situation, and see how they would respond, before I wrote a review. The acknowledge my email advised they would look into the matter and would get back to me. They never got back to me which is fine. I just don't want one bad apple to spoil an establishment of what may usually give good service. I come to Philadelphia time to time for business and I have never received such service at a restaurant. If it was advised to me that The one waitress is truly physically colored blind then I will be a bit more understanding, but in 2015 prejudice and racism is never acceptable. Being racist is truly Misconduct. I would never suggest someone getting fired especially in these hard economic times, but I do believe people who work with people of all races, religions, sexual orientations, and etc.. should be educated to treat everyone with respect. On a positive note, the restaurant had a great atmosphere, was very clean, and my food was pretty good which what I would have wrote for my review. On another note my Mom ordered her burger well done and it came out very pink.. I give the food 3 stars and the service by 1 waitress 0 stars and the Other waitress 4 stars. Overall experience I guess a 2..
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Jacqueline O.
This is a great after work hangout. Especially if your trying to pick up a hot guy in a suit... Because let me tell you there are many. There is a great beer list and apps. I recommend the fried avocado... To die for! They also have a ton of tvs and they are always playing the good games. So if your with a boring crowd. No worries there's still entertainment. So if your in the flirty mood and want some beers head on over to misconduct.
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Anupma S.
Exactly what Aria S. said (I went with her!). I was super disappointed with our service from when we walked in the door to when we walked out. We went on Dec. 13th around 6pm, which happened to be the day of Running of the Santas, so the bar was extremely packed with post-event festive people. It was cool to see everyone's outfits and no one was crazy rowdy. Our hostess was extremely unprofessional. She spent ample time flirting with a customer before letting the five of us know that there would be a wait... then we arrive after she texts us and spends some more time fighting with another staff member right in front of us. What is that? Is that normal? Will we everrrrr be seated? We were seated. And then unseated because a family wanted to watch The Nutcracker. Okay, nbd. Moved to a table that was dirty and sticky and only had 3 chairs. Come on Misconduct, you can take extra care of patrons who want to watch The Nutcracker on a packed Saturday but can't provide us 5 with an adequate table? Our waitress was unapologetic and didn't offer a free app or anything before proceeding to mess up recording our orders, then still mess up my order, overcharge me for my mac & cheese, and then waste more of my time since I had to fix the bill and wait for a new bill. At this point we were beyond frustrated with this never-ending display of terrible service. Never been more excited to leave a place!!!!!!! And the kicker: the food isn't even that great to warrant dealing with this mess.
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Aria S.
I was excited to dig into some mac n cheese my friends were raving about. Came in 5pm Saturday and there was a 30min wait. I can't hate on a place because they're busy, but I was really shocked there was a decent wait at 5pm, no major games playing. We come back after the hostess texted us (which is cool/convenient) and she was just shamelessly flirting with this server. No acknowledgement that there are 5 of us standing right in front of her. I almost wanted to smack her out of her love spell! Then, after telling us she's about to seat us, she gets in an argument with a server RIGHT IN FRONT OF US. Like she's showing this server major sass and there's major tension and still..we are just standing there. I've never had a bad hostess but here ya go. Then we sit down. Missing chairs. Wouldn't you want to check that the table has 5 seats before you seat us? Whatever. A server comes over and tries to appeal to our emotions that there's a family waiting who wants to see the Nutcrakcer and if we could move tables. I'm a nice person, so fine. Another waiter comes over asking for our orders...major confusion I thought we were moving! We moved. Dirty table. No menus. Missing chair part 2. Water takes a while. Finally get to ordering and the server does that whole "memorized it" act.Ugh, can you please just write it down for my own sanity?! And then she comes over and wastes everyone's time going over our order..which she in fact did mess up in her memorizing multiple times. And one of my friends order's was messed up. There were people allll over our table because the space between the bar and the table is reminisce. There was tons of drunk leftover people from Running of the Santas..again not Misconduct's fault, but they could have dealt with it way better. Like after moving us I thought they'd put the first appetizer on the house or something. Terrible service, so-so food. Rant over. Aria out.
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Ant M.
Many times when I'm out and about in Center City and I either forget to pack a post-workout meal, I might leave it to chance to try and find a good place to eat. Maybe a sushi house or an American Bistro restaurant. And that is what I found the night the first time I went into Misconduct Tavern. I've walked by this place many times in the past but it was always loud and boisterous and this was all before I even knew the name of the place. Talk about eponymous? I "Go up in the spot" and yes, the "Misconduct" is off the chain. One can only imagine the secret rendezvous taking place or the "Hook-ups" pending once the drinks start to take effect. The service was quick and I immediately saw a healthy alternative than what I packed. I ordered the Salmon Sliders and the Avocado fries. The crowd was LOUD and BOISTEROUS but contained. If you want peace, quaint and private, this ain't the place. Just live with it and enjoy. So there I sat taking in the sights and sounds of the atmosphere in anticipation of eating the Salmon Sliders because 1.) I was famished from my workout and 2.) if they were good, I was returning and this place would become my "Go to" spot for something good like Salmon and Avocado fries (I'm thinking maybe once or twice/month, lol). My server was prompt and attentive but a little stand-offish ( *sniff sniff, I didn't smell at all. I can usually tell and I DID shower prior to my workout. I like a clean sweat Lol) The Salmon Sliders arrived and they were garnished with a flavorful sauce and the sprouts making it look just like how I make my burgers at home. Now all I have to do is learn how to make the Avocado fries and I'm good. But overall the food was good. I got my protein sources met, a few carbs to tie me over until I go home and I was good. Nice place. It's busy, fast paced and it's socially fun. Like most places such as this, its easy to meet and chat up people so if you like to do that, here is the place for you along with some good tasty food too.
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Elaine M.
I have been to Misconduct Tavern a few times for drinks and once to eat. It is ALWAYS packed for happy hour and when big Philly sports games are on. It is almost impossible to score a table or seat at the bar unless you are able to grab something as someone else leaves. I had a taste of their fries - they were good. And I had a mac & cheese dish a while back. I remember it being good, large and rather heavy. Misconduct has a nice selection of craft beer, and "upscale" bar food. If you don't mind waiting around, or are just looking to mingle at happy hour, this is a solid choice.
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Brad P.
Pesto bacon mac n cheese. You don't need to know anything else about this place other than pesto bacon mac n cheese. A waitress suggested this, thinking it was quirky and that I wouldn't like it. Well she is an idiot and so are you if you get anything else besides the pesto bacon mac n cheese. Seriously. Don't get the wings or anything else because you will be wasting your time and money. My rating is purely based on the pesto bacon mac n cheese.
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Jack J.
Ha. What a joke. We sat down and our waitress got us water. Subsequently did not take our order and ignored us for 20 minutes. We got up and left, and of course, no one noticed us leaving.. must have worn my invisibility cloak by accident! Everyone and I mean EVERYONE there was Caucasian at 10pm on a Friday night, and our table was the only minority there. Was the service related to our ethnicity? Who knows but one can only wonder.
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Ainsley A.
Everything was meh. The avocado fries and onion rings were great going down, but there was so much grease that it caused them to come back up- they did NOT taste as good in reverse. The burger was cooked to a nice medium rare, but lacked flavor and cheddar cheese which I requested. The mac and cheese with bacon needed a ton of salt which is surprising since bacon is extremely salty. Probably will not come back for food- i'll stick to booze at this bar.
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Tonya M.
I'd give more stars...rating only on the atmosphere. Came in for a few beers for happy hour and had a blast! Came back to a way different crowd! It was really crowded (I know it's Friday) but lots of screaming "bros" and young girls....I'd definitely recommend coming and leaving early unless you're into being pushed, screamed at and spilled on.
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Colleen M.
First timer here.. Walked over after Good Dog bar had a 45 min wait for 2. Misconduct seemed just as busy but they sat us down right away.. Points for that! Pretty decent draft list.. Could have some more wines being that this seems to be a seafood based place, but then again I couldn't pick up on the vibe in there, maybe they rather just focus on beer. Ordered the mussels and blue fish sliders.. The mussels were nice and fat and the juice was buttery and delish. Blue fish sliders were on special and also good. Very interesting combo as they had some fennel on there. Added a good crunch. Would love to return and try some other items like the mac and cheese.
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Michelle P.
Misconduct Tavern makes many Philadelphia lists of best spot to watch a game. I can see that...depending on where in the bar you are located in the bar The game day vibe is great throughout the establishment, and at least during my visit, rival fans were able to stand side by side in peace. Some of the TVs just happen to be a little small. Like with most sports bars, it was also pretty crowded during the Eagles game. It was great that they had TV designated to non-Eagles games and had the Eagles game on the large screen and some scatter screens, but if you weren't in view of the larger TVs or right by the smaller screens, you may have well been in the nosebleeds at the Linc. As far as beer and food the selection went beyond a typical sports bar. I was enjoying various IPAs and pumpkin drafts throughout my visit, and got to try some of my husband's Hot Capocollo Sandwich. It was a house cured pork shoulder with fresh mozzarella, onion and a type of roast pepper. It was well behind your typical pork sandwich and rather enjoyable. They also offer game day beer specials. Not surprisingly, the service wasn't quick during a game. It's frustrating but hard to place fault during what is probably one of the busiest times of the week. It is what it is, so come prepared to wait a little. The servers may have been busy but they weren't overwhelmed and were pleasant to interact with. So I was all set to give Misconduct a 3 star review based on the TV situation, but I think I'm going to have to bump them up to a 4 when you take into account the overall package and add in realistic expectations of a sports bar on game day.
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Lauren C.
Swung by on Friday night with some friends. We came from the Irish Pub... which I hate... so I walked through the door with a good buzz, happy to have coerced my friends away from the bar I avoid for the same reasons I avoid Manayunk at night. I've been to Misconduct to booze before, and to eat, and both left great tastes in my mouth. This particular night, the place was packed. The Boston Police were hot in pursuit of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and the whole bar was getting involved in the chase. The place was buzzing! When they finally caught him, everyone was cheering. It was great! Unfortunatly, the influx of people meant a decline in service. I only tried to order 2 things- a pint, and Mac and cheese, and didn't have any personal issues, but I watched as some of the guys I was with tried to flag down a bar tender using cash money, but couldn't catch her gaze. These are big, strong, corn fed, american boys that are tough to miss. Especially with a few beers in them. It was really bizarre to me that she was giving them the cold shoulder. My pint was perfect, and the mac and cheese was AMAZING. It usually is. I got the standard issue mac and cheese, but they have all sorts of mix-ins that you can add to enhance the already masterful dish. They make it so when you take a bite, you get those lovely, gooey, cheesy strands that act as a bridge from your fork back to the dish reminiscent of mozarella sticks. It's rich, flavorful, comforting, and happiness-inducing. Unforutnatly for me, I had a few too many drinks, and ate a bit too late in the game... so I ended up taking the majority of my mac home with me... but it also makes a great breakfast! I'll be back to Misconduct for sure, but if it was as packed as it was last Friday, I think I'd be a tad wary of the service. If you can't get a drink in the first 3-5 minutes of trying, I'd head somewhere else to avoid a night of frustration.
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Neil D.
For me, it comes down to an issue with management. I was there on a Friday night with several friends. They turned the lights on at 1:35. Their real goal is to make sure the doors are locked and closed by 2 AM with everyone out. PHYSICALLY out of the bar. The issue is, they don't attract the same crowd as a 21-year-old party bar. It's not Mcfaddens, or Finnigan's Wake, or Tavern on broad with sloppy drunk people everywhere. It's actually a much better crowd. But, they treat it as if they're running a college bar. Why have the same thug bouncers, and there are three or four of them, pushing people out the door at 1:45 when you are legally allowed to serve until 2 AM? They have remodeled, and it attracts a fun, diverse crowd. Unfortunately for this place, the management's direction for this bar does not align with the patrons it attracts. It's unfortunate. Overall, I give the bartenders a five star for their very pleasant and prompt service. But, I would give the overall attitude of the bar 2 stars For the shortsightedness of the owners to treat this place like it's a seedy college bar. And for me, the general negative impression of the bar trumped the positive service of the bar employees.
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Nalynn P.
While this one experience may not be entirely indicative of how all of Misconduct's staff usually treats its customers, I had to finally write my first review to share how horribly my friends and I were treated last night, Wed 11/6, by the bartender. Six of us were seated at the bar during happy hour. The bartender had been keeping some of us on the same tab, but most of my party had already cashed out by the end of hh. When it came time to close out and I asked for the bill, it had mine and 1 other person's drinks on it. We asked the bartender 2 questions about the happy hour pricing and what drink was what. Instead of just getting what we asked for, some answers, we were met with eye-rolling, judging and patronizing remarks. He proceeded to throw our receipts back in our faces, continue making rude remarks, and instead of returning my change directly, he aggressively flapped my money in my face while lecturing me on separate checks. After I expressed to him how I did not enjoy his condescension, he then threw my friend's credit card back in her face. I understand that it can be frustrating to deal with large parties. I have worked in the service industry, I know how it feels when you're tired and the last thing you want to do is deal with what you feel is your customer's incompetence. But never did I let that lead me to treat my customers the way we were treated last night. So what if a couple of tipsy girls have a few questions about the calculation of a couple of drinks? Just answer the question, show them even an inkling of hospitality. Especially when these customers are generous tippers who are likely to return to your establishment. I have never ever been treated this poorly in a restaurant or bar in my life. I am beyond disappointed because I generally love Misconduct's food and drinks and have often frequented it in the past. After last night, I'll have to think twice before going back. Second star is for the good times we've had Misconduct, but last night you only deserved one.
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Meredith B.
Any place you can build your own mac & cheese is A-OK with me. Misconduct has a great location (15th and Locust) where its right off the square any right off broad street. The atmosphere is clean and inviting.... but at some points can be overwhelmingly crowded. Good selection of drinks as well. Service may be a little slow but that's purely because of the crowds. Misconduct is a standard YP bar (young professional) where you wont find college kids fist pumping. One thing to note I tried the pork belly skewers - It was basically bacon on a stick. I don't know if I'd order it again. There is so many other things on the menu I've liked over the years but this just wasn't one of them.
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Erin S.
We had a group of six and we were seated for drinks at a hightop in no time, although the place was packed (we went on a Friday night around 11). We had amazing service and enjoyed our time. Good music, great atmosphere, and plenty of bathrooms so no wait! Overall we had an excellent time and will be back to try the food next time.
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Lauren P.
Such a fun place! The food is delicious especially the Mac and cheese! Great place to watch a game or have a delish dinner!
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Stephanie S.
I love this place. It's easily forgotten when its right around the corner from Good Dog which gets all the attention, but honestly, sometimes I'd rather go to Misconduct!! The beer selection is great, always rotating their kegs, and the bottle selection is actually better than good dog, IMO. You can also get beer flights, if you aren't sure which draft to try! Happy hour specials are also better.. Half price burgers and select drafts! Awesome! Food here is bangin! I've never had a bad meal. Their house special hot dogs are the sh***t! They change em every day so ask your server! I've had a mahi mahi hot dog, and a duck hot dog. Amazing. The salmon burger is one of my favorites in the city. It's huge and so delicious. The Mac n cheese is yummy, avocado fries were good too. Go here, I def recommend it! Especially when good dog is too crowded and you want something close by on the same equal level.
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Michelle N.
This is my favorite happy hour place in city. Half price craft beer drafts. Good food. Lots of bathrooms. Nice big space so no longer have to wait forever for a table and sit all cramped up next to strangers. I dig it. Nice job Misconduct.
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Kelly C.
I've been a fan of Misconduct for years. And the tavern too. [Disclaimer: I know one of the owners as he is a neighbor of mine.] I love that they've expanded and remodeled. I used to feel claustrophobic in there because of how packed it would get sometimes. Even with the new space, there were a lot of people. I can't remember being at a bar which was that busy on a Monday night. I don't usually go out for Monday Night Football, but I guess that's what some of the people were there for. But now there was breathing room and plenty of seats at the bar. The food was great. It being cold and almost snowy out, I ordered French Onion Soup. It was perfect. To go with that, I had a French Dip sandwich. Know what's better than French Onion Soup and a French Dip sandwich? FOS on the FDS! I saved the last quarter of my soup with lots of onions to put in my sandwich. Yum. The staff is always friendly and on point. They have a great beer tap selection. And now lots more bathroom stalls without having to go downstairs like it used to be. Um... I can't end my review with bathrooms... It looked like the front had large glass door/windows that they could open up in nice weather to bring in that fresh air. And maybe they do outdoor seating too? I can't wait to check that out in the Spring.
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Diana K.
They have my favorite cocktail in the world as a happy hour special - The Dark and Stormy. I make it at home all of the time, but I love it even more when it is handed to me for $5 or less! I have heard great things about the food, so I will have to make another trip soon!
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August T.
Not what I expected. Good good. The grilled cheese with guacamole and bacon was awesome. Where did that bacon come from? ! Friendly and efficient staff. Noisy inside bit come football season it will be great!
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Jay W.
The first time that I was at Misconduct they had a foie gras burger that my friend ordered. It looked AMAZING and I was very jealous. I went back and was disappointed to find that it was removed from the menu. I ordered the pulled pork slider instead, and was underwhelmed. The whole sandwich was pretty dry, I didn't finish it. The beer selection is nice, but I wouldn't come here just for a bar, it is kind of cramped for that.
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Gia M.
I rolled in to Misconduct around 6 PM on Valentine's Day, dying for a nice place to sit and sip a glass of wine before heading off to the Avenue of the Arts for a show. Since it was V-Day, we had been wandering for a while and just wanted to find somewhere with a seat and a decent happy hour. After using Yelp and a variety of happy hour apps to no avail (damn you, Valentine's Day!), we were waiting for a stoplight and I happened to look to my right and saw this bar's sign. I convinced the boyfriend to go in because I had recent;y heard about this place, and we were encouraged by the half off happy hour that continued until 7 PM. To be honest, I wish that we could have stayed longer. I loved the atmosphere inside the bar. It was completely nautical-themed, with sailcloth panels in the ceiling and dark wood reminiscent of the deck of a ship. We even had to climb up a small set of steep steps, which made me feel even more like I was on a ship. The bartender was friendly and joked around with us while he checked our IDs-- a little friendliness goes a long way-- and he proved to be helpful in specifying what was included in the happy hour (i.e., what wine was on special). In addition to the bartender being friendly, I also felt at home with the clientele (who were all a little older than I). A news show was on and the sound was muted, so I asked the couple next to us what was going on and that morphed into a pleasant conversation for a few minutes. After the friendly and inviting welcome of what could be a forbidding establishment, I am excited to return to Misconduct at some point, perhaps to try some of the food (which looked really tasty). Plus, the bathrooms are quite nice (private rooms and an ample amount of them); it's hard to find good bar bathrooms.
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Adam N.
We've been going to misconduct for years. The place is a great spot to watch any sporting event. So many TVs. That's why we keep going back. Food is average, and has gotten a bit expensive. Beer list is a bit odd, no standard options on the list, and the stuff they have isn't always the best quality. A few tweaks and this place could be a five star sports bar.
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Jessie H.
Didn't try the food here. I came with some friends on a Friday night around 10pm, it was packed as hell up in here. It was also super bright. Not saying there is anything wrong with brightly lit places but let's say you're drinking and starting to turn up....too much light...maybe that just's me. This place is probably good to watch games since they have a lot of TVs.
(3)
Luba P.
Get the basil lemonade! What a great happy hour place!!! This place is like a more spacious version of Alpha/Devils Alley. And they actually have semi healthy and cheap appz! Also, the specialty cocktails are just $5...and the basil lemonade one was amazing!!! Also, the avocado fries were sooo good, never had them before, but can't wait to try them again. Plus the chicken tenders were some of the lightest and moistest...ever! They were not super greasy or covered in yucky bread coating. Loved them. Although the french and honey mustard dipping sauces were pretty terrible, the BBQ was great. Wasn't too much of a fan of the edamame because it was swimming in beer juice, so it wasn't as dry and salty as I like. The place got PACKED around 5:30-6 so make sure to get there early to grab a table. Plus, a great crowd of younger professionals, and they have big TVs for the sports liking people. PS. There is also a row of unisex bathrooms which is kinda unqiue!
(4)
Rebecca G.
A friend and I came here for a couple of brews and a bite to eat Friday during happy hour, and I'm a fan! During happy hour, all draft beers are just $4. I chose the Allagash White, which later went well with the Chilean Sea Bass sliders that I ordered. The sliders themselves, lightly fried, were tasty, as was the side of fries that accompanied them. And the portions were generous- I only had room for two of the three sliders, and maybe 2/3 of the fries! Seated at one of the tables and not at the bar, the service was super-friendly, too!
(4)
Lucas T.
Swell bar. Plenty of tvs and friendly staff. Food was pricey and not the best. Beer was great though.
(3)
Terry M.
I visited Misconduct to watch my Gunners in an FA Cup match. A very good reason considering that Misconduct is kind enough to host the Philadelphia Gooners. The Arsenal supporters from Philadelphia. Aside from a great group of people which made everyone feel welcome, you could tell that the staff shared the same outlook, there were friends, hugs and hive fives with varying nods... all of which made you feel instantly welcome. "The Good" - The staff were amazing from the table service to the bartenders it was a well oiled machine. They also took note of walking in between the tables when the game was on, which is a small thing, but very much appreciated. - The food was tasty, I just had some appetizers but they were decent Higher pub grub, with fancy names ;) - Guinness on Tap. - The restrooms are a run of doors that hold individual rest rooms for one person. You did not however find yourself trapped and they were big enough to spin without hitting a wall, so you did not feel cramped. They were also very clean and well kept. - The main bar area and tables were also very clean and it is noticeable as the entire frontage is a giant window, for people watching and sunlight. "The Meh" - Nothing really Meh to comment on. "The Bad" - Street Parking. Not their fault, their problem.
(4)
Elva L.
I gave a bad tip you guys. It was more a number that just popped into my head, after some preliminary math. In the car home after, I checked, and it was 13%. I feel kind of guilty about this. I never do this, honest. I don't know why, but I was just so ticked off by the whole experience. We really should have left after round two of drinks, at which point I still would have tipped 20% just as a matter of courtesy. The Boy wanted to stay because he already became attached to the food menu, big mistake. The thing I disliked the most about this place didn't even have to do with the food, which is extremely rare for me. It just was the most unpleasant service I can remember, and I don't plan to be back. When we arrived we gave a name and number to be placed on the wait list and was told it would be a 20 minute wait. I didn't actually catch what she said the first time, but after 20 minutes I went to check just to be sure she hadn't said 10 minutes. The hostess shares that she had originally said 20 minutes, and not 10; I can't verify this by memory, so I'll say she's right. At this point she says "I'm keeping an eye on it, I promise." The Boy is fresh off of about two months on crutches then a cane, and there we stood at the bar for at least 45 minutes before he just caved and asked bar neighbors if anyone could spare a chair. He got one. Then I begin my hunt for a chair, failing a total of 3 times before I could gain the attention of our hostess again. She had just seated another party. She apologized and asked if we were content at the bar and if she could help me find a chair. Accepting defeat after over an hour of waiting for a table, I acquiesced. We actually came here to catch the Phillies game. I am going to my first real life baseball game soon and I wanted to watch a game for practice. They didn't have the game on but had college football. I'm not a frequenter of sports bars, but I think the game specials were weak. Food was average and uninspired. We had raw oysters (on second thought not the smartest order from a dive-y establishment), avocado fries (not as good as it sounded like it'd be), mac'n'cheese with basil pesto (probably the best thing we had), and bratwursts (meh). I tried a sweet tea lemonade, because I always like the taste. Like the food, this was not bad or good news, it was no news at all. The food's competently executed, to be sure, especially given that it's a (sports) bar, but I would need to be wowed by the food to put up with the incompetence. Our bartender/waiter, I should say, was a-okay. The atmosphere feels like Tavern on Broad, but the food is admittedly better (which is really not saying much). The treated wood at the bar was peeling and sticky. Menus had broad streaks from wiping (which is better than sticky, I suppose). The crowd is one note and really loud. I think even if we were seated right away, it would still have been only a 3 star experience and I never would have left eager to return. In retrospect, I feel bad for the 13% tip, and I think I really should have left instead of letting the service and the wait sour an afternoon.
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Vichet O.
I'm a fan. The food is pretty damn good, and the expansions give this place a perfect layout for bringing a friend or 10. Couple that with great beer and reasonable prices, and you've snagged yourself a dirty Cambodian. Me. I'm the dirty Cambodian. Anyway, if you are looking to catch a game, or just catch up with friends, Misconduct is a great place to do it. Plus, you can sort of feel like you're on a boat.
(4)
Noopur S.
A great atmosphere with meh food. This place is a ghost-town when I've went there on weekends during brunch time, which is surprising, but that was okay. Its interior is a cool soccer-bar vibe but the waiters are not the most attentive. The food takes an especially long time to come out, which is odd because I usually order mac and cheese. Avoid going there when its busy (around evening time) because service is slight and it's so crowded you can't get through dinner without people running into you on their ways to the bar! Worth a visit, overall, though, if only to taste the mac and cheese (I suggest you split it with a friend!) or during a soccer match. P.S. the avocado fries - not good.
(3)
Catherina D.
In my opinion, one of the best priced happy hours in the city! Their draft list is long and starts at $4, their cocktail list is a little short however, but they are good and you can really taste the alcohol. We came strictly for the happy hour but were tempted by the mussels. We ordered them and they were delicious! The shells were huge and the meat was plump and juicy (we definitely needed more bread for dipping!). The staff was attentive, friendly, and quick. She came 5 mins before happy hour was over to ask if we wanted anything else before it finished. I really appreciated that!
(5)
Rich B.
Not the worst place, but far from the best. Been here a handful of times, mostly for Philly Beer Week & Happy Hour. Can always find a good craft beer here. $4 drafts during happy hour.They have about 12 taps, with about 8 decent choices.Had my 1st Founders Rubaeus here. It was served in a12 oz. pilsner glass which was fine until the guy sitting next to me got the same beer in a pint glass. We chatted, and it turns out he's a regular. Special treatment? Not cool. Last time I was there I sat down at the bar, and the bartender passed me twice w/o giving me a menu ( which was laying on the bar about 5 feet away) I got up and got it myself. The atmosphere is nicer w/ the expansion, but has that sports bar feel which I'm not crazy about. Never tried the food, Some of it looks and sounds O.K. The "regular" I spoke to said the food is good, but the prices have gone up and the portions are smaller. To sum it up, O.K for a draft or 2 during Happy Hour; but I've had much better brews and service just down the block @ Locust Vous or Perch Pub.
(2)
Bryan L.
Fun way to grab a drink and a bite before a concert. Mac and Cheese with duck confit was awesome and my wife loved the French onion soup. Everything else else food/drink wise was good but not great. Atmosphere was what you expect from a sports bar, but the ship decor was very cool.
(4)
Janelle R.
I recently visited Misconduct Tavern for a few drinks with a friend after work during happy hour. This was my first visit here because with a name like 'Misconduct Tavern' I always imagined it to be a hole-in-the-wall, dark & dirty bar. Boy, was I wrong. This place was hoppin'. Very crowded, as it was the Friday before Christmas week. The inside was bright, clean & very inviting. Although it was packed, the hostess found us an open table in the back, we ordered a few drinks & a side of fries. Drinks & fries were very good, service was fast & attentive. Would definitely come back here for drinks again!
(5)
Anand T.
been here a couple of times, but the last time I was here was last Saturday and my brother and I ordered Mac and Cheese with bacon and Mac and Cheese with Mushrooms. I must say those dishes were AMAZING I mean everything in the Mac N Cheese complemented well with everything on the dish, but the highlight of the dish was definitely the cheese as it had that nice melt in your mouth flavor that you get with a dish with melted cheese. For all those out there that love Mac and Cheese come here as you won't be disappointed and for the price it's definitely worth it.
(5)
Reem C.
Not a bad bar at all. The food is pretty good. The last item I had off the menu was a chicken pesto wrap with a side salad. You're probably thinking, "this isn't bar food," but it was good. To me, it's location can make it easy to miss if you don't frequent the area. How many people think, "let's cruise down Locust Street." During the lunch hours, it's pretty empty and service is fast. There is some decent competition, considering Fado is directly across the street and Fox and Hound is literally a block away. In comparison to Fado and Fox and Hound, I would go to Misconduct for the food, hang out at Fado if I wanted to watch Manchester United or another football (soccer) from one of the prominent European leagues and go to Fox and Hound to watch a boxing or UFC pay per view event.
(3)
Katie F.
Great atmosphere, good drinks, delicious food and friendly, efficient staff. I would definitely come back here. The prices are decent and it's totally worth it.
(5)
Chris T.
Worst breakfast I've had in philly. It is a standard sports bar type with TV's everywhere and high tables. To be expected in the area I guess. I got drug here by an arsenal fan and I am having a hard time wondering why arsenal picked this place for their meeting points. Their special for the game was $5 bud lights even though this group packs the bar. I ordered Huevos Rancheros and it came out on flour tortillas with a little bit of salsa and beans sprinkled on them (no huevos rancheros sauce) and the eggs off to the side. My friend ordered a frittata that tasted like the salt shaker had fallen into it. Don't waste your time or money with this place. Head to Fado's across the street if you want to see a game.
(1)
Elyse M.
We go to this place a lot but Jason was an excellent severe. He went above and beyond at every chance. Even after a small spill on a white tshirt without asking he was there with the club soda. Hands down awesome guy made the bar the place to come back to
(5)
Will S.
Mediocre food. Better atmosphere since renovation but still doesn't know what kind of bar it really is. Real closing time is 130am not 2am, they won't let you in.
(2)
Jason T.
Food was good and drinks are made well but wait time was long. Server had way too many tables and not a smart move putting new bartenders on the day after Christmas.
(3)
Jamie D.
Misconduct is a great center city happy hour spot. The food is awesome and their specials never disappoint. Their happy hour is half off SELECT drafts. On the draft list, you can tell which ones are on special by the (HH) next to them. I've noticed over the last few months that less and less of the draft list are half off at happy hour....which does sadden me. The mac n cheese is always delicious! Be careful though, it can get pricey the more stuff you add to it. All in all, the atmosphere is nice. The food is good. And the drink specials are okay.
(4)
Lea T.
Since their renovations last year I've been meaning to check out this spot. Seems to me that the 20-somethings and young professionals frequent this bar earlier in the night (around 8-11pm) and then move to some other late night locations. The bar isn't huge but they have TVs and it is partially outdoors with the large floor-to-ceiling windows in the front. I stopped by for brunch on a sunny day in June. I loved sitting at the high top tables right in the open doorway of the restaurant. The brunch menu featured a few drink specials and a few appetizer specials, but my friend and I opted for mimosas and omelets. We decided to also try the "brunch fries" with hollandaise and bacon. The menu has the typical bar food options, but it seems that customers are very fond of their customizable mac n' cheese with toppings like arugula, bacon, jalepeno, etc. The mac n' cheese portion also looks entree-sized if you are worried about sharing. I was curious about our omelets which were listed on the menu as "create your own" for $6. We both got egg whites and cheese, then I added mushrooms and my friend added bacon. The omelets came out with a piece of toast and a weird looking hashbrown. It was like a frozen hashbrown patty and not at all appetizing. The omelet was on the small side with not much filling so I was curious when we got the bill about one charge for $7.75 and the other omelet charge for $8.25... I really hate when restaurants don't list the additional charges since they could honestly just make up a price... The hollandaise fries were much better than our omelets and the mimosas were $9.50 each. Personally I would come back here to meet up for a drink, but I wouldn't try the food again anytime soon.
(3)
Dana S.
Came here to watch the NFL games on Sunday. It was awesome because they had the TVs labeled by what game would be showed, so we grabbed a seat based on this. It then changed like three times, lucky for us they didn't move our targeted game, I don't think some others were so lucky. Then we had several issues with service. Food/drink were ordered. It sometimes didn't come at all. It sometimes came wrong. Both scenarios resulted in us scrutinizing the bill which was incorrect as some of the food that was misordered or never delivered was on it. We also had a problem with a server telling us something was on special and then us being charge a regular price. That also had to be corrected. It got super super crowded (not necessarily a bad thing depending how you feel about it). A little to crowded for my taste. In short, not rushing back.
(2)
Michelle F.
Rude staff. DO NOT go here. Attempted to come here after my sister's wedding with a large group of people in their late 20's/early 30's. They let everyone in except my sister, who was still in her wedding dress. Really? We were with a group that was dressed in gowns and tuxes and the wouldn't let the bride in. What a bunch of a-holes.
(1)
Meredith S.
Misconduct became my home away from home on Sundays during football season. They have numerous tv's spread across the bar broadcasting different games, in addition to a large projector screen for the home team game. I've only sat at the bar but the service is always on point. Most of the servers and bartenders are attentive and engage in conversation. I've had the wings and the mac n cheese, both of which I'd recommend (nothing out of this world but good). Younger, working crowd-late 20's, 30's-with some older regulars planted at the bar all night. Good place to grab a drink after work and definitely to catch any game on tv, especially football and soccer.
(4)
Frank P.
Good beer selection. Not overwhelmimg choices. Nice bar setup & love the remodel w/ extra bathrooms. Food is good but not spectacular
(3)
DM D.
This is hands down my favorite bar in Philly. Living across the street we go here A LOT. They have great happy hour prices $4 beers and wines, $5 cocktails. The food is GREAT bar food!!!! We always get the fries, Mac and cheese, and chicken fingers. The grilled cheese with avocado is absolutely heaven! It can get really crowded but eventually you will get a table or bar seat. And they recently renovated so there are more tables and TVs. The best part about Misconduct is the staff. My favorite bartenders are Keith, Chris, Ciara, and Samantha. And waitress Sam is super nice. But everyone is friendly there. I'm going to miss this place when I move!
(5)
Noah G.
My buddy and I got tickets for the Aziz Anasari show last Saturday except for one small hitch...the show is THIS Saturday. So after getting rejected at the turnstile we both agreed a nice nice five or sixteen beers were in line. We were at the Merriam Theater so I figured we'd walk to Misconduct since it wasn't too far and I've always wanted to try it out since seeing it's sleek, cool commercials during Flyers games. Now I don't know if it was the way the light was coming in or the decorations but whatever it was I had the feeling I was at a diner in OCNJ waiting for a disappointing plate of home fries as I did many times as a youth. The bartender was really cool and even knew about the white whale I've been chasing since SF, the Allagash Interlude (but they didn't have it). Beyond that there wasn't that much positive I can write about. After three beers we decided to just go to the old homebase (the new homebase is Trestle Inn) St. Stephens, gather ourselves, drink the appropriate amount of beers, and then see where the night would take us. Now if we'd only known what was about to happen at the Saint we may have chosen a different locale but THAT is a story for another day. *I will be back here as I think it could be been fun and this was not time was the exception and I'll be sure to update when I do.
(2)
Nicole M.
Oh dear god, this mac and cheese is the best ever. I get it with spinach, roasted garlic, and bacon. It's enough for 2 to share, but it's awesome to take half home and enjoy it the next day, too. The guacamole grilled cheese with bacon is also amazing. Obviously I'm a cheese lover, so I'm kind of in heaven at this place. Avocado fries were meh, I wouldn't get them again. They come with a garlic aioli that is perfect for regular fries, though. They also have a wide selection of beers. It's pretty fun on weekend nights too, even if you're coming just to drink and not eat. When I'm craving comfort food and beer, Misconduct is at the top of my list.
(4)
Abraham T.
UNPROFESSIONAL; DOES NOT CARE ABOUT ITS CUSTOMERS; CANCELS RESERVATIONS - JUST TO EARN A BUCK I WILL NEVER BE SPENDING ANY OF MY MONEY AT MISCONDUCT TAVERN. Yesterday (NFL Championship Sunday), my fiancee made a reservation for a party of seven at Misconduct ahead of time, and our reservation was confirmed. Our reservation was at 4:00pm. At 3:30pm, a representative from Misconduct Tavern called my fiancee to tell her that they were CANCELLING OUR RESERVATION, because they had lots of walk-ins and decided to give our table away. Last time I checked, the entire point of making reservations was to ensure you had a table in the event that there were too many walk-ins. Moreover, my friends were coming from 45 minutes away, so CANCELLING OUR TABLE A HALF AN HOUR BEFORE OUR RESERVATION was extremely inconvenient, since now we were scrambling to find other accommodations for a large group (which included children), while simultaneously redirecting my friends who were already on the road. Finally, management had the audacity to offer to move our reservation to the next day, even though the entire purpose of our making a reservation was to make sure that we would be able to come in, sit, and watch the game as we ate and drank. I have no problem with an establishment that does not take reservations, or does not take reservations on a day where they expect lots of walk-ins (Championship Sunday or Superbowl Sunday). However, to take our reservation ahead of time, then cancel it a half an hour before, is extremely rude and unprofessional. Regarding a party of seven with children in particular, management at Misconduct Tavern should have known that it would be difficult for us to find another establishment with only a half an hour's notice. After already confirming the reservation, I would think that a professional establishment would deal with a slight loss of income that comes from holding an empty table for half an hour, rather than destroy the good will of its customers to earn a half an hour more's worth of profits. I have to conclude that Misconduct Tavern is NOT a professional establishment. THAT BEING SAID, we had the extreme fortune of being able to get a table for seven at Kite and Key (because Kite and Key is willing to take reservations for parties of six or more). We had a good time, the pizza was especially great, the beer selection was different and did not disappoint, and the Broncos won. BOTTOM LINE I recommend that anyone considering Misconduct Tavern should look elsewhere. There are too many good places in Philadelphia for you to be spending your money here.
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Nikki J.
It was nice to have place to go afterhours with menu. I was not a fan of the hot dog menu. Main menu says regular hot dog, but they ask which one you want from the specialty menu. We like the atmosphere and will try it again.
(3)
Sarah F.
I debated between 2 and 3, but meh describes this place better than a-ok. We went because yelp concierge suggested it to us. The house cocktails are good, but overpriced. We ordered the dry rub wings which were so salty, that my tongue hurt afterwards. (stick to devil's alley for dry rub) The avocado fries were pretty good. something to try once anyway. The pear and brie wrap with turkey was really dry, and kind of blah. French dip was nothing spectacular either. The coleslaw, however, was really good. Mac and cheese was good, but nothing you couldn't make at home. possibly even from the freezer section. I'm disappointed. I hate being disappointed.
(2)
Jamie S.
4 stars for the mac and cheese, 2 for the burger. The mac and cheese is made with fontina here and starts at $6.50. Then comes the fun part of picking your add ins. The prices on those start at 50 cents for things like onions and to up to $4.50 for steak. I chose bacon ($1.50) and sundried tomatoes (50 cents). The plate came out sizzling hot, smelling good, and looking like the congestive heart failure I was hoping for. I had been holding my breath, hoping that the outside would be slightly burnt, and was pleased to see that it was. The bacon added some saltiness that might have been lacking otherwise. The noodles were cooked well, the cheese was stringy and melty, and the portion was huge, it was well worth the price. The Misconduct burger, ordered with bacon and cheese, was not as successful. The meat was overcooked, and the size of of the bun suggested a much larger patty than was presented. Even with the tasty fries that came with it, this was definitely not worth the $10 price tag, however, come in on a Monday and burgers are half price, which would justify ordering this a whole lot more.
(3)
El Chinchillo B.
I've recently had a rough go at life and was feeling down. I decided to avoid all the usual hangs and go somewhere where nobody knew my face. I came across Misconduct and was skeptical at first, only because I'm a creature of habit. I found a high top near the bar, ordered a pint, and glanced around. I realized all the patrons were watching the Eagles game and the ambiance was that of mirth, laughter, cheering and happy faces. The Eagles were winning. A wonderful pinkish-redheaded server by the name of Kristen walked up, greeted me with a smile and suggested the Roast Pork Sandwich as well as the Mac & Cheese. I went with her suggestion. She made me feel like a regular who had been frequenting Misconduct for 15 years, like family even, always engaging me with a smile and humorous banter. I've never had food or drinks arrive so fast. And when it did... Oh. My. God. The fare was more than I could have hoped for. The Mac & Cheese was to die for and the roast pork was the juiciest and most tender I've had in a while. I would have been happy with a greasy sandwich. But this was several steps above that. I feel as though the exact second my glass or plate were empty, Kristen was there, inquiring as to whether I required anything and offering impeccable suggestions. My palate and myself fell in love with this place and we'll be back in the near future for sure. Thank you, Kristen and Misconduct.
(5)
Lilli C.
A great neighborhood bar with lots of beers on tap and great food. The odd nautical themed decor is a bit tacky/cheesy, but who cares when everything else is great. The place is pretty spacious so I never feel cramped and the food is soo good! I love the mac and cheese, whch you can get made to order with a pretty sizeable selection of toppings. I also LOVE the avocado fries. I've never had them before but they're deliciously fried , super crispy, slices of avocado. The staff is always friendly and the bartender was fast with drink orders.
(4)
Robert B.
Went for a group lunch time with fellow employees. A group of 6 was seated quickly, as we were early for the lunch crowd. It was a lovely atmosphere. Plenty of bathrooms are available, I wonder why? As it was a work lunch, we were unable to consume alcohol. But, the draft list was decent. It also appears they had a selection of other fine libations. I ordered a pork sandwhich. The fries were awesome and quickly consumed. The pork came with a jus on the side. It was flavorful and fresh. The portion was large sized. I give this place 4 stars due to the quick action of the waitress. We asked for separate checks which she completed quickly for us, as we were due back to a training. She was friendly and kept up with our table, one person arrived late due to a long work call. She got him food promptly so he could eat with the rest of us.
(4)
Gautam T.
Ok so you know when you're really lazy to cook and its your day off to eat whatever the hell you want to without a concern for caloric intake? yes we have those days. I have those days more than I should. This place is perfect. Cheap beers, greasy food, with some relatively healthy options. They serve a grilled chicken wrap which is pretty good. But lets be serious here folks, you come for the dry rub wings. They are amazing!!! There is a hint of brown sugar that does things to the wings that only wing lovers would appreciate.
(4)
Steve S.
Finally was able get here. Was not as impressed as I expected to be. Two of us went for lunch. One had the duck salad - it was ok, but a little plain, plenty of duck, but not much else but greens. I had the braised, pulled turkey with carrots and celery. The portion was appropriate. It was served on a nice looking Brioche toasted bun. It was very tasty - however the problem was it was served at almost at room temperature. It was just slightly warm - but I chose to eat it as is - since it took 35 minutes for us to get our food, and I didn't want to wait any longer. My guess is it sat out and got cold before someone finally realized it needed to be served. I also asked for cole slaw as my side, but they gave me fries. They brought me cole slaw when I reminded them. The fries was decent, above average. Bottom line - I think there are some service and expediting issues that need addressing.
(3)
Allyse O.
Love this place! Can't say I've ever had a better bartender than Devin. He's an all around treat and the place wouldn't be the same without him!
(5)
Nico L.
Baked Mac n cheese with your choice of fix-ins? awww yeaah. This place is a good place to go if you feel like having something quick with a decent beer. They have a wide selection of brews just like any other bar in the area. The food though, definitely puts them over the top. The nautical theme is cute too. I've only had pleasant servers when eating inside or outside. I haven't been in here when it was insanely busy, so take my rating with a grain of salt. Add some of their delicious fries to that salt while you're at it
(4)
Paulina M.
My boyfriend and I were totally bummed because there was a 45 minute wait for good dog bar and stumbled upon this place. We were really excited about trying the burger and French onion soup but were incredibly disappointed. The soup ha burnt black cheese on top and was colder than lukewarm. The bacon on the burger was so hard and impossible to chew, the avocado was in chunks rather than sliced and fell off the second I picked it up. The bun was supposed to be a challa and wasn't either. The only reason why I gave it two stars rather than one was because the fries were delicious. The server was standing at the end of the bar texting and was totally in her own world as we had empty waters and no sharing plates for the majority of the meal. It should be considered a misconduct to consider this place a restaurant.
(1)
Tyler R.
I was here for a happy hour with co-workers. What an upgrade! The last time I was here, it felt like frat-boy land with a bunch of raucous early twenty-somethings cramming the bar and making it impossible to have a good time. The restaurant has changed the menu a bit, done some renovation, and is expanding more. I've gotta say, this might be a change for the better. First, the servers are attentive and helpful. They made good suggestions for our group in terms of beer styles we might enjoy and appetizers to share. I have to say half priced drafts...GREAT drafts like Yards Saison...are definitely worth it. $3 happy hour drinks make me happy indeed. The best part is that it goes from 4:30p - 7:00p. Fantastic. For the food, the fries were just fine, and the fried pickles stayed crispy. Win-win. Two months ago, I probably would have given Misconduct 2 stars. Today, it's a different story.
(4)
lauren f.
Not impressed. Veggie burger was mostly breading and my fries were burnt. My husband described his huevos rancheros as weird. Would not come back for food. Yuck.
(2)
Joe Y.
Fish and chips are mush. Sorry to be so blatant but they do not care about food, they care only about serving alcohol. They would not give me water.
(1)
Natalie E.
This place doesn't look like much from the street, but after a recent renovation it's twice the size it used to be. I have only been here for happy hour but it's a good happy hour for a group get together. The only drawback is it's pretty loud. Also, if you're sitting near the door you're going to get a lot of freezing cold wind blown on you.
(4)
Rachel A.
Misconduct's good beer selection and reasonably available seating makes it a good alternative to Monk's, when all you want is a good beer and a place to sit with a group. But why don't any of the beers on the menu have prices? That's just misconducive to my drinking!
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Kevin J.
They have declined so greatly since my last visit three years ago. Their new name should be Misdirection. Their seating is right on top of other tables. Hard to be comfortable sitting with your back in someone else's back. I was mostly disenchanted by the menu changes since my last visit of 2008. I remembered that I used to be able to order any variety of mac n cheese toppings for a reasonable value that improved with quantity of toppings. Now there are only three set "levels" of the appetizer, more expensive and lacking the creativity of the build your own variety style mac menu. I felt like the whole reason to return to this restaurant had been compromised, but ordered mac anyway because obviously I had been looking forward to the taste. Unfortunately, our waitress discouraged my custom order by saying that the menu had always been that way, at least as long as she knew. Not only that, but having worked there for three years, she nonetheless refused to acknowledge our longer term patronage in favor of her dwindling recollection of the time they must have streamlined the menu for faster prep, instead of made to order. Another menu anomaly was the yogurt smothered lamb burger. My friend was perplexed when his came out of the kitchen. Our waitress merely indicated that the menu description was accurate (It still claim it WASN'T... see attached menu screenshot) and that we could try to absorb the unwanted yogurt sauce with napkins. However, the item had been so smothered in white cream and could hardly enough be salvaged. All in all, I was very disappointed with my last time in Misdemeanor, Misdirection, whatever you want to call it.
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Sam B.
Cool bar that always seems to be hoppin'. I love that in bars, especially when you are trying to meet more people, but the layout is not very conducive to this so you have to subtract some points for that. However, it is a Great place to see a sports game with a few friends because it gets rowdy and you really get into the spirit. Pro-tip - make a reservation. Also the bathrooms are tiny, got pretty gnarly on game day, the wait was a tad long, and you have to squeeze past a zillion people to get to them, so drink accordingly or miss most of the game trying to pee!
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Michelle C.
While I'm keeping my rating for Misconduct at three stars, I can now say they are three very robust, shiny stars when compared with the three hesitant stars from my previous review. After a very late night on the town, I was in need of food in my belly and a little hair of the dog action. My lunch buddy and I were ushered past Misconduct's long bar, its seats full with construction workers who looked but kept their traps shut. Clearly, lunching indoors as opposed to on a wall somewhere has a different set of decorum. My bloody Mary served as the life raft in my hangover sea, and my grilled chicken Caesar salad was perfectly dressed, with tender, grilled chicken and a thrilling excess of croutons. It was just what I needed to right my ship.
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Steph P.
If you're not ordering the mac & cheese, you're doing it wrong. Happy hour is also amazing if you're a beer lover. The atmosphere of this place is kind of weird, but it's a hidden treasure for Center City if you're trying to go somewhere for a decent drink without the crowd. I wouldn't say this place is a destination for a night out by any means, but it's nice to unwind over cheesy goodness after a long day at work.
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Lenny Z.
My friends and I started our night at Misconduct, mostly to have a few alcoholic beverages before heading to dinner. It was a pub with a bit of a restaurant feel to it, but more pub than anything else. They had a very good selection of ales on tap. I started off with a Bell's IPA. It had a lot of hop to it, just how I like it. The next beer I had was the Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale, which touted being a 2011 contest winner. And, it certainly backed up it's claim as one of the better tasting beers I have had. One of my buddy's offered me a taste of his Left Hand Sawtooth, which drew him in because it was nitro infused. I was not impressed. It tasted rather plan to me. The nice thing about this spot is that before you get roped into a beer you regret, you can taste it and make an informed decision. With all the beers going down, we decided it was time for a few apps. First up was avocado fries. It's really hard to go wrong with this pairing. Who doesn't like avocados? Well, than who doesn't like them dipped in breading and fried? Exactly. Next, we had some wings in dry rub. The buffalo sauce and blue cheese came on the side. And, what started out as six wings, was really 12. Each wing was the wing and drumstick attached. It can be a nice surprise, but for the eater looking to go light a warning would have been nice. But dam, it tasted good. Lastly, we had some fries. They were good fries. Nothing to write home about, but nothing to balk at either. In a nutshell, if you focus is drinking and you want some food to go with, this is a good joint. If the food is more important, well hell, go to a restaurant.
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Ashley L.
This is definitely my Center City go-to bar. Great food, good selection of drafts and awesome bartenders (Fleming!!). The restaurant's not too large and it's a popular spot so expect a crowd. I usually drink beer but if I'm feeling adventurous I'll order the Grape Transfusion; tastes like a jolly rancher and gotta love that it's served in a mason jar. Some of my food favorites are the avocado fries and mac & cheese (you get to select whatever toppings you want, which can be dangerous). Remember to look up if you haven't been before, the ceiling is curved and wooden like a ship!
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Juliana K.
Good place to meet up with friends and drink. Relaxed atmosphere with TVs. Mac and cheese was pretty good. Decent burger and sandwiches. Cool nautical decor. Service was decent.
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Victoria L.
This was a place that I was excited to come to once I moved into the area. If my budget could support it, I would become a regular. I love that the beer AND food menu changes frequently. The beer selection is great. As far as food goes, everything is great comfort food. Chicken fingers are not the typical breading and the honey mustard is good. (Although I came here on the weekend and the food was not up to weeknight par.) The avocado fries are deliciously crispy and creamy at the same time. Nice to try once, but aggravatingly small portions. I tried one of the seafood hot dogs once ... not for me but I was able to finish it. I want to try other hot dogs and the burger here.
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Christine B.
My friend lives in Old City and I live in Fitler Square so we figured Broad would be a good meeting point to settle on a spot for happy hour, and ended up at Misconduct. Misconduct has great happy hour Specials! Draught beer, cocktails, and wine are all half off from 5-7. They also have daily food specials. I went with a mahi mahi hot dog and some oysters with wasabi caviar. It was all really good. The hot dog had a mild seafood flavor to it and it was covered in a beer cheese sauce and caramelized onions so you really can't go wrong there. My oysters were good too, and the wasabi caviar is awesome. I would love to have it on top of sushi instead of the regular tobiko. The service was friendly and the waitress was helpful with her recommendations. I will definitely be back.
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Emma H.
I've been here twice, and both times I was unimpressed. The atmosphere isn't too bad, mostly happy hour seekers from the immediate area, and both times it's been pretty crowded (read, difficult to find a seat or talk). The wait staff is pleasant enough, though not particularly attentive. They have a decent selection of beer, but I've as yet to be blown away by anything I've had there (and there scotch selection leaves something to be desired, which may not be important to you, but it always is to me). The food seems like your standard, frozen, reheated/fried pub food, which is overpriced and a little unsatisfying.** Basically, if you're in the neighbourhood and everything else is too crowded to get a table, this place will do, because it's so mediocre that you're unlikely to have a truly horrific experience. It's serviceable, but if you're looking for something to really "make" your evening, find another joint. ** The chef contacted me and would very much like me to point out that "an important fact that [I am] omitting is that [they] don't even HAVE a freezer in [his] kitchen and NOTHING comes in frozen.".... That is a fair statement. So, I guess my review should read that it *seems* like standard frozen, reheated pub food... But it isn't.
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Katrina C.
I have had always a good experience at Misconduct, and there have been many experiences serving varied purposes. I have come here and enjoyed it for the following occasions: 1. Day drinking 2. Dinner 3. Saturday night drinks when we didn't want to stray far 4. Phillies game on a weeknight 5. First stop for a Birthday celebration 6. Lunch and drinks 7. 2 First dates They have a good beer list, friendly bar tenders, good $3 can specials during the Phillies games, good soup (I have had french onion and carrot honey). I can't attest to their burger, but their french fries are amazing (and I know my french fries). I also love that the Mac n Cheese is make your own - you can select what extra ingredients you want! The various TVs often have on different games, so if you are looking for something that isn't Phillies/Eagles, you might be able to find it here.
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Fay H.
I've never seen so many polo shirts in one place. . .
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Elizabeth S.
So...I would still to keep the 3 star rating. I've been back to Misconduct and yet again had the mac and cheese...this time, in it's pure natural state - no add-ins. But, it wasn't as good as the first time around, and I think it had to do with the fact that I ate it AFTER I had the mac and cheese at the South Philly Taproom...there's really no contest. Though, this dish is still good at Misconduct, the Taproom won me over and now has first place in my belly.
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dave p.
My friend who lives nearby took me to lunch insisting the burger is the best in town. I ordered medium rare and got medium rare! The burger was great and came with fries. Then he tells me on Monday's they are only $5. What a deal all day Monday! I'll be back for Monday lunch for sure. The beer slection was good too, I had Sly Fox 113 Pale Ale on tap and saw them tapping Bell's Two-Hearted Ale. Small glasses for $5 was kind of expensive though. btw, don't expect to find on the street parking, this is Center City afterall.
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Joey M.
Eh. You're typical upper class bar. Can't comment on food because I've only had the wings (they were decent) but atmosphere and drink selections are typical. Fun non-confrotational place to go if you just want to have some drinks and enjoy just another crowd in Philadelphia.
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John P.
Me and my family came here after we had seen Bronx Tale play. I really liked the decor. Pictures of sloops on the walls and port and starboard lights when you walk in. We went there and got something to eat which was good. But, the main reason I wanted to go there was because I heard they had dark and stormy's (combination of dark spiced rum and ginger beer) This is not something you can find everywhere. Anyway I'd def go back here in a pinch if I ran out of goslings and ginger beer.
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Meg B.
I love this place. Best place to go by far when you're looking for a late night snack that doesn't involve a dingy diner or a slice of pizza. The food is by no means standard bar food. Get the crab bruchetta or the truffle grilled cheese and you will be very satisfied. In terms of the bar, it's a great place to sit back, relax and catch a game, or talk amoungst friends. I highly reccomend checking this place out!
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Coco D.
You could probably pick up a really great asshole with bad shoes and a blue buttondown here about whom you could agonize over after he never calls you again. I'm not that into that, hence the mediocre rating.
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nico t.
i'm picky. i hate noise and like good food. i know, what's my problem? i've been searching for a decent place to watch the NBA playoffs. yes, for some reason my life-long obsession with pro basketball has endured every attempt by the league to repel me. alas, i do not own a tv, so i'm forced to seek a public venue for viewing. misconduct has been my latest location of choice. they have bright, shiny tvs and reasonably accommodating staff. unlike other bars that will remain nameless (for now... muhahaha), they will actually tune a tv on something other than philly teams even when said teams are playoffing themselves. for this, they get a bonus star. the second star is for scrumptious fries, made from potatoes grown in heaven, cultivated by buddha himself, harvested by the grim reaper (he's got the tools, he's got the talent), and prepared i can only presume through some dark pact with netherworld demons. oh, and a side of some mysterious sauce, which is two parts mayo and one part pizzaz. the third star results from a moderately quiet atmosphere most nights. i measure this simply by my ability to hold a conversation with someone at my table without having to yell. i stop at three stars because the rest of the menu has been lackluster, as others have observed already. i am further frustrated by a distinct lack of vegetarian dishes. sure, there are basic salads, grilled cheese, and mac & cheese, but none of them really stand out. once i had vegetable barley soup, which was memorable, but merely a soup du jour. in summary, reasonably useful for sport-viewing and french-fry-munching (which work quite well together, actually), but otherwise take a hike elsewhere.
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Amanda W.
If you are into beer (I am not) then you'll love this place. Tagged along with a few friends who came specifically a type of beer (don't ask me what kind...I have no idea.) It was a Tuesday night but there were a few tables in the place. Service was good...i would expect it to be with only 20 people in the place. Place is clean, nicely decorate. Have heard the food is good but haven't had a chance to check it out myself. A liiiitle on the pricey side.
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Lori R.
A group of friends and I stopped by Misconduct to get one last drink for the night. They had some of the best mac n cheese I've ever eaten at a restaurant, a decent beer selection, and interesting cocktails - we tried the alcoholic basil lemonade. I plan to go back for dinner soon.
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Andrew J.
It's great that this place serves food so late on the weekends! The chx fingers I got were good, and the french onion soup my girlfriend had was met with a good review also. The bar is nice inside, a good place to have friends meet you out for a drink and a late night bite to eat.
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Allison K.
The last time I was in Misconduct for happy hour (the best time to go as the specials are on point) the streets were dark, cold, and full of slushy used-to-be snow stuff. Given the elements, naturally, I inquired after some Irish Coffee. While I've managed to find the perfect mojito (at Amada, btw), I have yet to find the best Irish Coffee stop in town. Anyway, I was told "Why, yes, Irish Coffee, no problem, " and then received a mug of pitch-black stuff with a tossed-off, "This has Jameson in it, did you want a shot a Bailey's?" Um... yes, lady, if you're not going to serve it proper (with sugar and cream on top) then bring me the Bailey's. To be fair, bring it she did. Two shots worth. So suddenly one booze = three boozes. Would have been better if there was room in the glass to add it, and if the glass wasn't actually glass so it stayed warm... However, points to the server for reheating the drink for me so I could finish it at the correct temperature. And, again, one booze = three boozes. So, there you have it - not perfect, but not too shabby either.
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M W.
meh, fall cosmos on the menu but they don't seem to have them. beer seems a bit pricey. I wouldn't refuse to go here, but i wouldn't suggest it.
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Elisabeth W.
Great Veggie Burger which can be hard to find in philly. Good beer selection and good vibe.
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chris p.
this is a popular local bar, clean and friendly staff, however the food was mediocre. i ordered the grilled vegetable appetizer. It included one small mushroom, sliced grilled carrots and a few thinly sliced zucchini. They charged $11 for this small plate. It looked like they just pulled together anything left in the refrigerator and threw it on the grill... next time i'll order a burger.
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Michael L.
was there in dec 2008 was good food and drinks were good its very pricey but good its got a great location and the name ya can remmber it
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Don N.
Ended up watching the Euro Cup championship here since the other bars we tried to go to were too packed. This place was about 3/4 full and had plenty of TVs so it was a nice place to watch the game. The place seems a bit pricey for the quality/portions of food being offered. Pretty good beer selection but most places in this area have as good a selection, they do have some interesting choices on tap. Seems like they try to hard to make what is basically a standard pub something a little more classy. The service was a little slow and the place wasn't more than 3/4 full. I'd probably choose other places over this but it's not a bad place to catch a game or have a couple beers and a quick meal. However, there are definitely better opportunities within short walking distance of Misconduct.
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Andrew K.
This is an underrated bar in the city. I always thought their commercials on TV were pretty tacky, but stopped in this past weekend to check it out. We arrived at the tail end of Happy Hour. The place was pretty crowded and it took a few minutes for us to get seated. We asked our waitress to change the closest TV to the Phillies game, which she immediately took care of. Drink specials and selections were plentiful. After we ordered beers, we ordered chicken fingers and fries. After I put my order in, I had a bit of menu-remorse, as chicken fingers and fries at a bar are usually of the precooked frozen variety. To our surprise, when the food came out, the chicken fingers had been homemade and breaded in house, and the fries were fresh cut. They came with honey mustard and bbq sauce, both of which were very flavorful. All in all, I was very pleased with my experience and will be returning. It's very affordable and a great place to catch a game or just hang out.
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Harris A.
Don't eat here. You will get sick. Try talking to the manager and you'll get nowhere.
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pracheta t.
I'm not sure why i've gone here more than once. food is mediocre at best and the last time i went - whoa - awful service. our waitress tried to force my little brother to sit at a different table (by himself) bc he is under 21 and we all had drinks. found that REALLY bizarre and it's a good thing the fi was able to make her see how ridiculous she was acting because i wouldn't have been as nice. Oh - this was at 1pm on a Saturday. needless to say, def not going back.
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Vinny P.
I have to give it up big for this place. I love it. I used to live really close to it but now that I moved, I really miss it. I have never had a bad experience here. I rank their burger among my top 4 burgers in Philadelphia. I only have a top 4 because I haven't found a great 5th burger yet, but I'm always in search of it. They have a very good rotating beer selection. Some of the more obscure beers can get on the pricier side but that can happen anywhere. I feel like this is a really good, honest, neighborhood bar. I have not had their bloody mary. I want to. They infuse their vodka behind the bar with jalapenos, black pepper and lemon. I tried the vodka straight once and it was really good. I would only have a bloody mary at brunch and they don't really serve brunch. I believe their kitchen opens at 11 and their normal bar menu is available. If you have friends coming into suburban station, this is an easy place to meet up with them. If you have friends coming up or down the broad street line, this is very convenient for them too. It's a great spot to head to before or after a phillies game and I was even here for one of the 2010 blizzards. Like I said, I've never had a bad time at this place. One cool thing is that they don't have a ton of tvs but each one has a sign that says what game they will be showing and when. It also says "seat yourself appropriately." I like this because then you don't have people trying to get the channel changed when you're watching a game. On Sundays, they have specials to go with football. I like that of the specials I've had it was usually done on a grill on the side alley next to the place. Oh, just don't order a martini here. It was less than stellar. Other than that, you're good to go.
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Monica S.
Last night was frigid and the streets were abandoned. It seemed everyone was wrapped in their snuggies at the precise moment when I was wandering the streets, looking for a warm bar to enjoy a neat bourbon. When my mate suggested Misconduct, I gave him a double-take. You mean the bar I've never really thought about patronizing? Since he's a man of fantastic taste, I obliged his suggestion and on we trudged. I ordered my Maker's, he went with Knob and after the kind bartender informed us of half price burgers, we got one of those too. I'm a total snob when it comes to burgers (there's a bun to meat ratio that needs to be adhered to) and theirs was fantastic. So good that I'd say it's one of the top 5 simple sandwiches I've had in the city. Next time I'm hanging out with a bar snob of a friend, I'll suggest this place, it's unexpectedly awesome.
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Kim W.
Love this place! Always great beer, food is comfort food to die for! My favorite so far is the guacamole grilled cheese. They also have a variety of Mac and cheeses. My new favorite thing is their edamame, which is soaked in beer and red pepper chili flakes soooo tasty!
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Susan C.
Nice beer selection. Food is good especially the oysters.
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Lindsay D.
Super Bowl Sunday was SO well executed at Misconduct. The wait staff was unbelievable, the food came out delicious, hot, and quickly. We had wings which were just ok, nothing special and they left hem whole (wing and drummer piece together) which makes it messier then usual. Their bacon Mac and cheese is OUTSTANDING. Creamy, melty, delicious goodness! Mmmmmmmm! Misconducts French onion soup is the best in the city, true story. It's rich and brothy, such great flavor without a gross amount of cheese and the cheese that was on it was bubbly and melted. SO good! We also ordered a French dip and a chicken pesto wrap, both were fine, nothing to write home about. I was so impressed with the service on such an epic night, great job Misconsuct!
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Meghan C.
A standard lunch spot for us - the beer selection isn't awesome but you can get some randoms; Avery was in there doing a tasting a few months ago and that was cool. I don't stray too far from the mussels or the grilled caeser but when I do, it's for the burger. They will cook it as rare as legally possible...one time I was there (and I'm there a lot that's why this is funny) and I ordered the burger and the owner came out with a raw beef patty and said, "is this right, Meg??" That's the reason I like to come here - most of the time the service is really friendly and attentive. The bar is gorgeous and ESPN is on every station - how could you not dig this place? Oh, and the onion rings are REEEEDICYOUUUUULOUS.
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Ayoola T.
Maybe my standards are high but I work not to far from this place and ran in for a lunch time salad. I like many others have heard that the food here is good. I have had the chicken fingers from here before they where really good but took forever to come out. The place wasn't crowded on that occasion. Today I was in before the lunch time rush. Ordered an arugula duck salad $11. Waited a half hour and my To-go salad came with a hand full of greens (maybe 6 mouthfulls) and luke warm bland tasting duck. Took it back and the bartender made it seem like it was ok for me to eat Luke warm salad. Went to a soup and salads chain not to far and paid less for an abundance of tastier food.
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Jennifer T.
One of my favorite places to hang out and watch the game! Great food and always attentive service regardless how busy it is. Last Saturday I had Aisling as my waiter, after seeing a recent review I felt I had to write my own. The bar was packed and she was not only extremely attentive but made great suggestions and pushed through the crowds of ppl to make sure we got our meals and drinks quickly. Really sweet girl who worked hard to make sure we were comfortable despite how packed and rowdy it was.
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Tim H.
The overall bar is nice and clean. The bathrooms are clean. The waitstaff is friendly. The ony probably is that the food is pretty mediocre. My fiance and I had the french onion soup, a ceaser salad, chicken skewers, and the pork with broccoli rabe sandwich. It wasn't the worst meal I've ever had, it just wasn't good enough to make me want to come back. For the amount of money and location, you're probably better off going to Good Dog or Monks.
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Chris C.
This is a nice little bar with a good beer selection in both draft and bottle. The place is a long narrow space with a bar that runs almost the entire length. So there are a lot of spaces to sit available. They also have some small tables and a large booth on the back wall for large parties. My only issue with the place is the kind of cheesy/lame nautical theme. I feel like I'm in a place that bought up the old fixtures from a Red Lobster or some other terrible restaurant. The service was a little slow, but only because it seems like they never have enough waitresses on duty if your at the tables. Service at the bar is much quicker. All the staff are knowledgeable about the beer selections and are very friendly.
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Autumn E.
Snacks are smallllllllll but pricey! So if you think you're going to share a plate of _____, think again. These are for real snacks. But wow is this tavern food of mystery and wonder! I wish I worked right by it so I could try something new and exciting every day! We had the guac fries: salty and delicious, the lamb burger with cucumber sauce: a little too much garlic (but a massive patty), the french dip: absolutely incredible and stuffing, and the tilapia hot dog with beer cheddar sauce and caramelized onions: interesting, perfect consistency, and overall delicious (but hold some of the onions... too many). Also, the fries that came with the sandwiches were awesome. Oh, and I inhaled my caesar salad! It has a light fish oil taste to it. Overall, I would come back weekly to try out new hot dogs, but I'd definitely avoid the snacks in the future... not worth the price to me.
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Isabella L.
I don't really have much to say about Misconduct. It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal. However, what I did love about this place is the entree I ordered - grilled salmon with an arugula salad. Both were so delic. I would come back again. People love the mac and cheese as well. I went on an extremely slow night, and the service was still not great. The decor is kind of amusing.
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Steven C.
I only spent about 45 minutes in here but it was an enjoyable experience. The age group may have been a little bit older than mine but I wasn't bothered at all. I struck up a small and friendly conversation with a neighbor at the bar, joked around with the bar-tender, and enjoyed their great Happy Hour special. The interior looks like the inside of a boat and there are like 10 bathrooms all uni-sex, individual rooms well kept and squeaky clean.
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Beth R.
It's a nice bar inside. Lots of wood panels, some photos of old ships (keeping with the mild nautical theme), very clean (including bathrooms which are impressively clean - see I knew it was possible!). I've been a few times, and it's usually not so crowded that you can't find a table or barstool. The crowd tends to be late 20s+, at least in my experience. Due to the prime center city location, beer and wine by the glass are a little pricey.
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Esther H.
My first time in Philly and my friend brought me here for dinner. Killer bangers and mash and a Mahi Mahi hot dog. Amazing food and the service was good too. It is quite small so as it got a little later and people were crammed inside it got just a bit cramped (and we were there on a Wednesday night...how busy must this place be on the weekeneds?!).
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Noah S.
My girlfriend and I wandered into this bar while spending a weekend in Philadelphia. We were struck by the unfriendliness of the staff, and my girlfriend, who is black, felt acutely uncomfortable. We have been together for years and this is the first time that she really wanted to leave a place. I paid for the beer/tip with cash under the empty glass, went to the bathroom, and then left. One of the servers followed us out into the street and accused me of not paying for the beer. I explained that I had left the money before using the bathroom. He did not apologize until I asked him to do so and then it was obviously insincere.
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Andy B.
Misconduct Tavern has one of the underrated happy hours in the city, offering their entire draft beer list at 1/2 off from 5-7. The cocktails aren't going to be mistaken for one of the bespoke cocktail bars, but they are pretty good, especially at the happy hour price point. PLUS, one of the best french dips in the city. A lot of TV's and it's a good place to catch any sporting event.
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Marie D.
I've enjoyed Misconduct on two very different occasions: 1- One night, Mom and I wanted a drink and it's pretty close to her house. Cutely, she admitted she'd always wanted to check it out. So we went and bonded as I enjoyed very skinny, cripsy, delicious fries with a tangy sauce, and a beer I'd never had before (a black IPA. Liked it.). Chardonnay and calamari went on Mom's half of the tab, whose tastes are very different from mine. Dad stopped by a bit later and sipped a scotch. 2- After an elongated happy hour elsewhere, I stopped in to meet my gf and for more fortification in the form of buttermilk chicken tenders and those irresistible fries. And anytime Avery Maharaja is on draft you can bet I'm drinking it. GF had salad and seltzer - the wiser choice being that we would be headed to Miami in a few hours. Similarities between these unique visits: very attentive service, lively crowd, a roster of food and drinks that appeal to all tastes, highly enjoyable.
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sharon p.
Stopped in for a meal prior to Kimmel Center show. Average food. I've never been in such a LOUD place! Actually found myself eatting faster so I could leave. Forget hearing the waitress or anyone you are sitting with. If you want big screen tvs, beer, and screaming at the top of your lungs- this is your place.
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Brian Y.
I went here with a few friends for the first time following our last day of midterms. Waitresses are few but they do come around quite often to offer you a refill of your beverages. Which was quite nice, but not much connection with them as a different waitress would come around every time and ask us what the previous waitress had asked us about 3 minutes ago. Beer selection is a little sparse, but not bad, considering there were a few good IPAs on the list. For the meal I chose an IPA called Loose Cannon triple hop IPA, very floral and not too dark, but had that characteristic bitter and hoppy taste that I look for when drinking IPAs. Foodwise, I got a Chicken Mac and Cheese and a Duck hot dog. The chicken mac&cheese was AMAZING, I had read reviews on this item and heard really great things, I must say they were quite correct. Cheesy, Gooey, and the mozzarella on top gave it a nice chew along with the chicken and elbow macaroni. The hotdog was very...interesting, in a good way. I will admit this is my first time trying a hotdog made of something other than beef or pork, I will say that I am impressed, a toasted bun, a nice steamy duckdog with greens underneath of the dog and piled about an inch high on top of the dog with what tasted like housemade ginger-kraut sortof item. It was quite tasty nonetheless. The rest of my party also got Mac and Cheese since thats what we had come to try, although a member of my party also got an order of dry rub wings, which were decent and a fairly good size for a wing, However, was so salty which was a slight turn off for me. It was the last thing I ate though so the bitter and strong taste of the IPA was able to wash it right off. The reason why I didn't give this restaurant 5 stars is the lack of the drinking options for the rest of my party, the cost of the cocktails, and the fact that the dry rub wings were...okay...next time I will have to give the French Onion soup a try as raved about by Lindsay D. below. Definitely will be back with a friend who loves him some good mac and cheese.
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Andrea T.
The food is disgusting. The manager in a very condascending manner explained to three jewish girls what cured salmon meant, when my two friends ordered salmon expecting steaks not pieces of "cured salmon" HELLO ITS CALLED LOX! get off your misconducted train and call it what it is! The only cool thing is I left my fleece and when I went back a few days later they had it in the lost and found.
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Sean G.
Everytime I walk into Misconduct Tavern, I'm chanting in my head with excitement... Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Food/ Drinks: 4.0 stars Good bar food. Great Mac and Cheese platter. I highly recommend trying the Mac and Cheese. I got it with Sun Dried Tomtatoes and Chicken and it was delicious Definitley a step above its competition in the quality ingredients served in their food. Good appetizers that go well with the bountiful beers on tap and of course they make a mean Dark and Stormy. Definitely one of my favorite chill local spots. Ambiance: 4.0 stars The restaurant and bar are clean. The decor isn't overly cheezy and the lighting is refreshingly bright. This is a great bar to eat, drink, and watch your favorite sporting events. Location: 4.0 stars Price: 3.5 stars A little overpriced. If the prices were a little bit more affordable, this place would be top notch in my book. Service: 4.0 stars The bartenders are attentive, fast and considerate. It's always nice when you feel like someone is making a genuine effort to make sure you are taken care of. Overall: 4.0 stars Come for drinks, stay for dinner, watch some games, talk to some people... its all good at Misconduct Tavern... Dark-'N-Stomry... Dark-'N-Stormy...
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Aaron B.
This is my go to spot for Sunday football. The TV setup is great and they are generally very organized and have each TV clearly labeled with what game will be on it. This is a pub but the menu is pretty creative. You will find delicious non-traditional items such as steamed edamame, avocado fries, Pear and Brie Wrap, and a lamb burger to go along with your traditional pub items. The food is pretty consistent but I was surprised by their wings. They use the large wings that have the wing and the leg still connected. In my experience this makes for a fattier hard to handle piece of chicken. I assume there must be some people that prefer this style of wing, but I have never met any of them.... their Chicken tenders on the other hand are fantastic! Buttermilk battered and perfectly fried. I had two orders of these the last time I was there. Their fries are also delicious and served with a very flavorful smoky chipotle aioli. The service here is very good and the space including the restrooms are very clean. They do a great job!
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Isaac T.
Everything is decent, nothing special - mac and cheese is good not great
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Horatio J.
Good burgers and they really know how to make an Old Fashioned.
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Alie A.
Good stuff. They know what they are good at, so the menu is fairly basic, but everything is great from the crab cake sandwiches to pull pork (the best) with egg..original and amazing..to their veggie burgers. Lively crowd but not too loud..great energy. The fried avacado and their chipotle mayo sauce will clog your arteries but make your tummy happy.
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Niyant S.
We decided to check this place out the other night for dinner. We were in the mood for something casual/low key, but still good, and we found the right place. Misconduct was featuring some rare beers on tap for beer week, but while I wasn't in the mood for any of these, they had many bottled beers to chose from. The food here was definitely great for a dive-esk type of bar. We ordered their mac-n-cheese for appetizer, and what is great about this is you can customize it! We ordered ours with mushrooms and garlic, and between the two of us we devoured it. For dinner, my girlfriend got their veggie burger, which was very good, and, in her opinion, better than the one they make at Good Dog. I was in the mood for some really good wings, and was hoping Misconduct delivered, and boy did they! Their buffalo sauce was actually legitimately spicy, and it came with plenty of bleu cheese and celery. All in all, this a good option for food and drinks, and location wise it is a bit out of the way but still close to lots of other bars/restaurants in Center City.
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Donna W.
Love their delicious and customizable mac and cheese :) And the avocado fries!
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Jillian P.
Service: great. Beer list: impressive. Food? Flat-out: don't put mac-n-cheese on a menu if I can get it better for 1/2 the price at the grocery store. Go for beers with acquaintances--beer list is nice and bar snacks okay-- but I wouldn't bring a date. Or family.
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Amanda G.
I would give this place 5 stars, but they took the crab and artichoke bruchetta off the menu and I was highly disappointed. My husband and I would make trips here JUST for that. God, it was so good. Cheesy and crabby and...delicious. BRING IT BACK REGULARLY!!! Anyway, other than that, this place is great. A wide selection of drinks, plenty of seating at the bar, inside, and outside (weather permitting). The grilled ceasar salad was a surprise - I never thought I'd like a grilled salad, but it was very good. The grilled cheese and burgers are good. Everything here is good, you can't go wrong here. But I do wish that bruchetta was back on the menu...
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Angela J.
Stopped in here after a fun World Cup party on Sunday, and had a great time! Service was very speedy, and the french fries are AH-MAZ-ING...I could have eaten like three plates full. The burger was also delicious, and served a TRUE medium, not the "you can order a medium but we'll still give it to you well done" that you end up getting at so many other places. I wasn't in the beer mood, but their beer selection looked great...can't wait to check it out on my next visit. Oh, and also, love that it's so close to the PATCO stop...
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Stephy S.
Had dinner here with a friend. I am weirdly in love with the mason jars they serve their alcoholic beverages in...a nice touch. I got the Veggie Burger (pretty good for one i'd say!) and my friend got the Mac and Cheese (she raved). Good place to catch up, I wouldn't necessarily go here if I wasn't in the neighborhood. Had a clan of boisterous drunks at the bar which was a tad annoying and a tad entertaining.
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Sophie U.
Isabella L. pretty much sums it up with one sentence: "It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal." My mom wanted a burger but, to my sorrow, couldn't stand the noise and darkness of Good Dog. So we walked around the corner and happened upon Misconduct. Yeah yeah, I should know better than to walk into a place with a name like this. Did I really think it was going to be a TAVERN tavern? No. But were we hungry? Yes. This sports bar has no less than TEN flat-screen televisions. Is it huge? No. Can it justify having two televisions hanging above the table at which we were sitting? No. Overkill much? Goddammit. Our server was cool. Not in the hip sense, but in the frigid sense. Whatever, she was cordial. She seemed peeved that we only got water to drink, but I don't really give a shit. My mom ordered the burger (medium-rare) with Swiss cheese (the cheese is an extra 75 cents) and I got the Grilled Salmon BLT. We waited quite a while for our food to come out. In the meantime, our server was walking around near us but didn't bother to say anything like "Your food will be out shortly" or whatever else servers usually say. In fact, we felt pretty much invisible. Let me skip any bullshit transition and get to the food: the burger sucked; the meat was dry and overcooked. We mentioned it to our server when she came by to check on us, but my mom declined the offer to send it back. Mainly because she didn't want to wait any more for her food, but also because she didn't want to get her food back with any extra stuff on it. And me? Well, I'm just not convinced that whoever is in the kitchen knows how to cook meat. My salmon BLT was good. It comes on toasted brioche, which would have been fine if it weren't -sliced- brioche. First, the salmon was thicker than one slice of brioche. Second, brioche is already very soft and pretty crumbly; if you toast it too much, it won't last very long in sandwich form. Bottom line is, don't eat at a joint that uses Comic Sans on their menu. Just kidding, it's not the font; it's everything else. From my experience tonight and most other reviews I read, it looks like the staff's just too cool to serve you -- unless you're one of those douchebag meatheads who go there and talk loudly and flirt with the server just because you can. That's right, I said it; I got beef with the clientele as well.
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Alexa R.
My sister in law told me to give our server a one dollar tip, which I did not do out of principle, but I agreed that that is what should have been done. We stopped in after the Phillies game last night and were hoping to find a cozy place with good food. We ordered nothing complicated: three burgers (one veggie) , fried calamari and French onion soup. It took 40 minutes. We asked our server to check on it, which she may or may not have done. It was all very strange. At one point, after nicely pouring my husband's beer into his pilsner glass, she tossed a can of beer to my brother-in-law who also had ordered a beer. My veggie burger and salad were fine, but nothing great. I wish the service and food were better because they have great TVs.
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Ally G.
Create your own Mac & Cheese?! Cool! I really liked this idea of Misconduct Tavern's... They offer their Homemade Mac & Cheese with about 15 different ingredients you can choose from to incorporate into your Mac & Cheese. I went with tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, portobello mushrooms, and chicken. My lunch mate just went with the sausage. Wow, was I sure in for a treat! My dish was absolutely overflowing with yummy goodness. Chunks of mushroom and tender chicken... Nice crispy mozzarella cheese, baked on top... And a homey, light fondue sauce covering a lot elbow pasta. Definitely a very hearty meal. My only complaint is that with the more ingredients you choose, the more inconsistent the cheesy-ness was. My lunch mate's Mac & Cheese, with just the sausage, was a lot cheesier. Mine was somewhat runny, leaving something more to be desired. I think that inconsistency is due to the larger plate of Mac & Cheese you get with the more items you want in it. But would I come back and try their Mac again? Definitely... I might just go with 2 or 3 ingredients, instead of 5, or just try it plain! Oh and their chicken tenders have a very tasty kick to them too (the dipping sauce was awesome). Overall our service was ok and the place was clean. A nice place to grab a bite during the blizzard!
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JJ N.
Burgers are very good and so are the mussels. Mac and Cheese is awesome as well! Nice beer selection and you got to love a Basil Lemonade. Although they aren't quite the same without TOM not being there to make them any longer. Great spot to grab drinks and a bite to eat. Pretty good place to catch the game as well but get here early to get a seat!
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Lisa W.
I've walked past Misconduct many times on my way to and from the Patco and always thought, "hey, I should stop in there sometime." Well, sometime came and I was unimpressed. Looks like I'll keep walking on by.
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Rachel G.
Misconduct - the name is bad, but it is a great spot! This is the go-to place to watch any game. There are lots of TV's, and always a decent view from wherever you're sitting, even outside! They set up a small outdoor seating area with a TV! It's a very friendly atmosphere, and even when it's crowded you can still stand or sit at the bar and see with all those TV's in there. Lots of fun. Inside it's kinda charmingly cheesy with the nautical theme, but I like it. The food is so-so, but the scene is really about going to watch a game and have drinks. The fries were yummy with chipotle mayo, but over-salted. I had a special salad with duck, citrus over spring mix...eh. I know, why would I get duck...at Misconduct Tavern? It was a little bland and there was way too much fennel seed sprinkled on top. My friend got the mac n cheese with tomato...which looked dee-lish. Nice big portion size, too!
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Kat T.
I've been a Rittenhouse resident for several years now and only got a chance to go to this place this year. The food and drinks were excellent but I must say, the service was a TREMENDOUS disappointment. I've always gone with a group of 3 or more and in the handful of occasions that I have dined here, the wait staff have gotten our orders wrong or have given service as if they have a chip on their shoulder. Here's some specific examples of the poor service: -One of my friends ordered a Rosè and they were out of it. The waitress brings a glass of white Zinfandel to the table instead of asking my friend for her preference for a substitute. -During my most recent visit, the waitress rolled her eyes when we weren't ready to order yet. (We had only been there a few minutes and were just getting settled.) -The waitress swiped one of the cards three times because she kept putting in the wrong amounts. (Although they were voided, the holds stay on your card for a week.) I really like the ambiance (I love sailing and nautical things) and as I mentioned before, the food is pretty good. I tried really hard to give this place several chances by coming back a couple of times, but the last visit showed a trend of poor service. It's such a shame.
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Julia N.
I like this place's improbable nautical decor. It makes me want to hoist up the John B sails and find a wily whale to pursue, preferably in white. The beer list would be awesome in most cities but is kind of unremarkable for Philly. Your Bells and your Dogfishes can be had here. They seem to rotate the drafts frequently, so I can count on finding something good to drink here. The beer list and cocktails change with the season (hot boozy cider right now, for example) - I wish more places would do this. If you're looking for diet-busting bar food on a budget, this is the place for you. Vegetarian options (and they abound) include a hearty house-made veggie burger, a grilled cheese livened up with pepper relish, and fontina mac n cheese to which you can add a number of things (arugula, red pepper and roasted garlic for me, please). With lots of TV screens with sports on them, sometimes this place is packed to the gills with polo shirt types. I have yet to discern their migration patterns - sometimes I'll be sure this place will be a dudebro no go (Friday night at 8?) and it's merely humming and pleasant, and other times the flocks will descend unexpectedly. When it's quiet, though, this is a fine place to have a beer and a cheap dinner and dream of plying the wine-dark seas...
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Joey F.
My favorite place in Philly to stop for beer, food and just to hang out. Great beer selection every day. Foods are always good. Everything I've ordered from the menu is in my top five of all time for each food category. Burgers are great, my favorite french fries in the city, best chicken wings in the city hands down, french dip is amazing and on and on and on. I need to order their homemade hot dogs some day. Owner is great guy and a good laugh. Definitely worth going.
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Cetts C.
Don't go here to eat. Party of 5 and we all had something different. The medium rare burger was well done. The crab sliders were bland and mushy. The pork sandwich was so dry there was not enough beer to wash it down. Turkey and chicken wraps were eh and fries were old and gross. What a waste of money!!!!
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Jared G.
I'm on a Boat... Curved ceilings, varnished wood and brass make this place seem more like hanging out belowdecks on a sloop, without the inconvenience of actually being on water. However, you won't find tattooed pirates or Popeye in this place. Think more Newport than Norfolk. Good beer selection, good service, and their chicken caesar wrap is the best in the neighborhood.
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Matt L.
The interior is great, and so is the dipping sauce on the fries. nice beer selection (although a little pricey if you're not there at happy hour) Here are my beefs though: 1. This place is super close to where we live, and when my fiance goes there for take out (which she often does) it's met with either blatant indifference by the bartender or downright contempt. We're trying to give you money (and still tip, I might add), why are you so mean! 2. We went there the other day and the place was empty. 2 of the 4 folks were there, and when we told them we wanted a table for 4 we were told we needed our whole party. Forget the fact that the only other customers in the whole place were a party of 2, at a table with 4 charis. 3. I also had the smoked salmon sandwich referenced in one of these reviews. I love lox, I love salmon. This was the single worst thing I ate that year (2008). It was vile, no other word to describe it.
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Serge B.
Alright Misconduct, you've done it. I show up an hour before the Super Bowl to get a seat and hopefully a drink and what do you do? You have a complete menu special that includes appetizer, entree, and six beers from a decent pool of choices. All for $40. Food was amazing (osso bucco at a bar, really?), beers were great, and I was sitting at the bar the whole time. I've yet to have a bad outing here but last weekend was the clutchiest bar venture so far this year.
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Chris P.
Meh exactly covers Misconduct in one syllable. Uneven, generally mediocre food. Fair beer selection and good wine choices, though the reds are often too warm. Odd mix of 20 somethings, lawyers and publishing types. Beautiful oak bar and odd nautical theme. The staff can be fun and friendly or bored and ignorant.
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Mayra H.
2 stars off for misconduct. And what, you ask, were the offenses? -Service was a bit off. Slow, distracted, with a dash of attitude. -Our food was cold when we got it. Luke-warm fries are not tasty. Their saving grace? The burger. I asked for medium rare, and I got medium rare, to the disgust of my fellow diners (not my fault they like cardboard). The meat was properly seasoned. Although this, too, was lukewarm. While sitting there I learned that Tuesday's are half-off burger days. I may come back on a Tuesday to conduct further analysis.
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Doug C.
Misconduct is like your first long-term girlfriend. Maybe you swept her flaws under the rug but you'll always look back with fond memories. You've come across better matches since the two of you went your separate ways but you're always hoping to run into her and catch up. Anyway. This place occupies a good niche. It's a sports bar without being a douche bar. It has better food than your average bar but doesn't break the bank. Hardcore sports fans can rub elbows with hipsters and not wonder "what the hell is he/she doing here?" The servers and bartenders take pride in their work without coming off as pretentious or assuming. It has a fantastic rotating beer selection and plenty of bigger bottles like Saison Dupont, Theobroma, and an Imperial Porter (I forget the producer). It also has some nice wines by the glass like Malbec, Cotes du Rhone, and a Sangiovese. There's a reason why you'll generally see the same people here every night. It's also very popular among service staff in the center city area; definitely a good sign. Bottom line, it has a very chill atmosphere that's a result of the decor, people, and approach. Get the- French dip, burger, coleslaw (yes, really), grilled caesar, mac and cheese, chicken cheesesteak, and pear/brie sandwich. Avoid the- Mozzarella fundido (wtf). Other notes: Tuesdays are half-priced burger night and they usually have some kind of beer special (meet the brewer, tapped firkin, etc.). During football season do the NFL club if you think you'll be there three or more times in the course of the season. Get on the mailing list so you can hear about things like this Phillies bus trip to D.C. coming up in April. That's all I got. See you on the boat.
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T D.
Definitely one of the best salmon burger I've ever had! I was a little dissapointed that they got rid of their fish burger, but decided to try the salmon burger and very happy about it. It has a really good portion of salmon, and nice dill sour cream topping. The waiter accidentally dropped a bit of my leftover and asked the chef to make a whole new burger, with the fries too! I had to come back 2 days later and ordered exactly the same thing:) The prices are very reasonable ($10), and they also make a really good duck dog that is served on a flat bun, which is quite filling.
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Natalie K.
BEER IS EXPENSIVE HERE! Which is fine because it's good beer (albeit overpriced good beer). But if you're going to charge $9-$11 for a glass (not a pint) of beer, you might want to put the price on the menu. Especially if the beer in question is usually $5-$7 at other establishments. And if someone asks how much a beer costs, providing the beer list that doesn't include prices isn't very helpful. With that being said- If you order your beer during happy hour, you get a good deal (half priced drafts). The bartenders were also nice and attentive. I remember the salmon BLT being pretty awesome too.
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Aaron T.
Ambiance is great if you're into a nautical theme.
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MaryAnn Z.
Meh is all I really have to say. I came here for happy hour with some coworkers. We had some food. It was fine. I dug the atmosphere enough, but the service was pretty bad for a bar that was only half full. We always were waiting on our server for beer refills, and nothing was over-the-top exceptional. I seriously wish I had more to say, but really, meh really sums it up.
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Alex K.
I rolled through Misconduct earlier this week for lunch. I was by myself (loser, yes I know...), and stumbled across it while in the neighborhood getting quotes for a print job I need done. My friends highly recommended their burgers, but I couldn't even find it the first time I tried to check it out. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I guess it's not too inconspicuous, but I am kind of confused that I know the neighborhood pretty well and had only just found it almost by accident. The late lunch crowd was pretty thin, but I opted to sit at the bar and watch some sports center. It looked like a great place to go watch the game with a few buddies, chow down on burgers and have a couple of brews. Felt slightly bro bar but whatever, I was there for lunch, at least it didn't smell like a bro bar. In fact I liked the decor a lot, it was some sort of adaptation of the inside of a sailboat. THE FOOD/DRINKS: I ordered a lunch burger, the size of which was very surprising. I expected much bigger, and wasn't entirely satiated. Even still, it was very good...I can see why my friends hold Misconduct's burgers in such high regard-- flavorful, juicy beef, perfectly-textured fried onions, and an ever-so-slightly toasted roll stacked high. I just wish it were a little bigger, but I learned that there is a larger burger, the lunch one I got was purposefully a bit smaller. I had a Franziskaner with my burger, a fine pairing, they appear to have a pretty comprehensive bar offering, one of these days I should go for dinner, get a burger the size I like, and then stay for some drinks. THE PRICING: Reasonable, but certainly not a cheap burger compared to other taverns...then again, most other taverns don't serve burgers like these. Same goes for the beer, I paid $20 (generous tip included) for lunch and was sort of still hungry shortly after. THE BOTTOM LINE: Well-worth checking out, delicious burgers. It doesn't take the cake for my favorite burger ever, but I can feel myself craving one as I finish writing this, which is a rare occurrence. Just make sure you don't miss it on the street if you've never been there before!
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Elizabeth D.
We have been to Misconduct more than a new times. Just to grab a bite to eat or wait for friends. For a bar, their menu is amazingly diverse. I really enjoyed a special they had - Grilled Mahi Mahi "Cheesesteak" with tomatoes, caramelized onions, and a beer cheese sauce on a Sarcone's roll. Great number of beers on tap. At least 8 televisions! Crowded on the weekends, but service was great. Overally, this is a nice spot to catch the game, and eat. I probably wouldn't recommend me this for cheap drinking though - the prices are a bit steep.
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Minh C.
For starters, Misconduct Tavern is one of the better bar food locations in the city. I wouldn't necessarily say it is anything special but the food there is pretty decent. My only real complaint is that it can get awfully crowded and hot inside. If you're claustrophobic, probably not the ideal place to be.
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Kate W.
I was so impressed by Misconduct Tavern and did not have very high expectations going in. I'm a huge sucker for great service and that was definitely what I experienced here last night. As soon as my boyfriend and I walked in around 9:30 on a Friday during a Phils game, the place was pretty full. There was a hostess standing at the front and she told us she could get us a table without too long of a wait since we were only a party of 2. But she said, while we wait she'll grab us some drinks from the bar. So she let us peruse the menu a little bit and then brought us 2 Kenzingers really quickly while we just stood around the bar watching the game. After watching the game for probably 10-15 mins we were approached again and brought to our table, The service was so quick as we ordered the Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta to start.. ammmazzzingg, god it was so good. The collection of servers quickly get refilling our drinks, clearing plates, we placed our order for dinner which was their Grilled Cheese (add prosciutto) and I had the grilled caesar salad... now my boyfriend loved his grilled cheese and their fries, I am seriously obsessed with that grilled caesar salad. Two halves of fresh Romaine grilled, with fresh Caesar dressing drizzled across the top and Parm cheese, great croutons. Wow. After we closed out our check at the table we went over to the bar and got a seat. I saw they had Root behind the bar and have been wanting to try it for so long so asked the really nice bartender if he could make me something with it. He made up a drink for me with consisted of all kinds of things but I only was able to identify him pouring in Root and Bourbon. Coming from someone who didn't think they even liked Bourbon before that drink.. i loved it! Misconduct really surprised me, fantastic food, great service, fun atmosphere, I will definitely be back.
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Stephen H.
So true to their nautical theme, they serve food reminiscent of an 18th century whaling ship. Go for the hardtack. An extra star for not being busy during dinner hours.
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Vince L.
This placed was PACKED on a tuesday night. My coworker and I needed a place to watch the celtics/lakers game and stumbled upon this place. The burger was amazing. Best part about the burger had to be the bun, it was warm and toasty but yet still soft, i don't know how that possible but they did it. Also, apparently we came during beer week so we tried the flight of beers, which was good but not worth the price.
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Jessica W.
Solid neighborhood bar. Food is better than Fado across the street. There are plenty of nice HD TVs which makes this place great to watch a game. It's always clean and waiters are pleasant. Great beers are always on tap. My only complaint is that there are no prices on the beer menu so the bill is always a surprise.
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Christopher R.
Consider that a 3+ stars. Under normal circumstances, I'd go for four stars, but for the area, I need to distinguish it. The beer list was okay but they could try harder. I had a Avery IPA and a Dogfish Head Raison D'etre, both of which are good, but neither of which I would call especially adventurous. One dining companion ordered a Victory Donnybrook Stout, which he judged as towards the end of the barrel. We all ordered the lunch-portion burger, which has a phenomenal price-to-quantity value. Not the best burger I've had but definitely very good. We were all satisfied with our choices. What really stands out, though, are the pickles. The spice of that brine is off the chart! They were actually so good that I asked our server for more pickles, and when they arrived, my dining companions also partook. If they served them as coins instead of spears, they would make an amazing bar snack. Highly recommended, though not as a first choice.
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S P.
Got this place from a co-work as a good place to stop at for happy hour before jumping on the train. Price are decent for part of town and they have a good selection of beers and seasonal drinks. They are known for their mac and cheese, and they delivered. Will not stop by without ordering it. Wait staff is good, they are usually very buy after work but not a long wait and it is nice in the summer to get a little bit of the phils before heading home.
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Jessica M.
I cannot say enough good things about Misconduct. I have been a fan of this place as both a bar and a restaurant for years. I have been for lunch, happy hour, dinner, before games, to watch games....I have brought my friends and family here and everyone has loved it too. The food is delicious - burgers, mac-n-cheese (read any other review for more info - or just ask my sister!), salads, even their fish specials for us Lenten-observers. I have yet to order a dud here. Beer selection is great too. If you just want to stick to your Miller Lite you can get it here but also head to Misconduct for rarer finds and local brews. You will find it all here and you won't be disappointed. Most recently, I held an event at Misconduct and the owner and staff couldn't have been more helpful or generous. I really didn't have a thing to worry about, the gang there took care of it all and dealt with the craziness we brought in along with many children! I will continue to be a loyal patron here and will recommend and bring people back again and again. If you want a low-key, relaxed drink and some yummy food, head to Misconduct Tavern. Tip - check out their Twitter feed and FB page. They post specials all the time and list upcoming events! Enjoy!
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Michael S.
I was down in Philadelphia for the weekend and stayed near Rittenhouse Square. Upon arriving, I wanted to find a pub that would have a nice low-key atmosphere, a good beer selection, and some decent grub.
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Sta t.
Good beer selection and great burgers. There was room for improvement for the calamari appetizer and whatever the super-bland dipping sauce that came out with it. I recommend some buffalo wing (surprisingly tasty) sauce or traditional cocktail sauce instead.
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Steven M.
Just went there for the first time to try something new other than Good Dog. I had heard pretty good whispers about this place and I think overall they were pretty spot on. We arrived and were pleased by the draft list. We avoided the specialty cocktails, since we felt those were targeted at the non-working crowd or the ladies. They have a nice draft flight where you can choose two 7oz drafts or 4oz for some of the choices. The menu looked good for a typical bar-burger joint. It was a little light on the meat-less options. I made it a point to never eat salads or veggie burgers when I switched over to a mostly plant-based diet. I don't want uninspired vegetable choices where the best you can do is either shape my food like meat or throw some stupid uncooked veggies together in the hopes of pleasing me. So I opted for the salmon burger and fries. The other dish on the table was the crab cake sliders. The food was very good. I'd rate the food about a 8/10. The only issue which caused me not to give it a 5th star for beer lunches was the long time between ordering and receiving our food. It was so long I was tempted to remove the 4th star. It took over 35 minutes from ordering to delivering. We sat down around 12:15 PM, we didn't have our food until 1 PM. I'm not going to completely write off the establishment based on one day, since we were told that a party of 10 had just come in before us. BUT we saw a party of 4 get their food before ours. So I don't completely buy that excuse. Overall, we'll be attempting this again. And hopefully the wait isn't as long. It's the one thing that really stuck out for us.
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Kate B.
Ahh, the MT. What started out as the unofficial waiting room for Good Dog (which is always suuper crowded, especially on Quizzo nights!) has quickly become a favorite in its own right. I first stumbled into Misconduct because I dug the name (who doesn't appreciate a little Misconduct?)...turns out Misconduct is actually the name of the owner's ship. Last I checked, Philly's not exactly a nautical capital...but whatever floats your boat. (Oh yes. I went there.) Anyway, Misconduct offers decent food, in a low-key setting, with an impressive beer list to boot. Last visit, I had the Misconduct burger (perfectly cooked, juicy, and with ah-maz-ing shoestring fries) and the Artichoke-crab-bruschetta -- I swear I thought I tasted heaven, and it tasted like artichoke and crab bruschetta. The beer list features all sorts of delicious rarities, like the Anchor Steam seasonals -- ON TAP! -- plus the ever-elusive 16-oz. Strongbow cider cans. The crowd is a good mix of hipsters, business professionals, and sports fans who wandered down from Fox & Hound -- I dig the variety, almost as much as the eats.
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Lea K.
The waitress was eh... kinda rude. She seemed annoyed that we came in for lunch. She and the woman bar tending could have been much nicer and the place was a little dark for lunch. The food was great. I had the veggie burger which i can't get out of my head. Could possible be my favorite veggie burger! Fries where also good perfect crunchiness. I decided that it would be a great place to watch a phillies game and hangout. Their beer selection was pretty good! My only negative was the staff other than that i loved it. So change your attitude cranky girl and this could have been GREAT! Try a sandwich and a beer and just watch the phillies do there thing!
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Alison O.
We had a good night here. We came in a minute after 7 and the bartender was nice enough to extend the HH beer special to us. I ordered the mussels which were ok (not the best here in the city), although I got a couple icky ones and they were kind enough to take them off the bill. I ate a few bites of the boyfriends burger and fries which were both delicious. For $10 it was a pretty good deal for the high quality the beef, it was cooked perfectly as well. The fries were thin and tasty, they could add some fancy aioli to make them really shine. We ordered the avocado fries too, and they were amazing. The bartenders were attentive and nice, and I think even gave us a beer on the house. I've been here once before and recall having a good meal then as well. The boyfriend commented that it was the perfect casual bar with good food, beer, and atmosphere. You can have a conversation, not too loud, and watch the game, and it's not crowded or overwhelming. We will be back for burgers and beers!
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Brian M.
Misconduct is growing on me. Not that I didn't like it before... it just never showed up on my radar as a place to go. But it's a laid back bar with pretty good food. I'm not a fan of the burger here - mostly because of the bun... but everything else I've had was great. They have killer fries, Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta is great, good chicken wings, great soups, and a mac and cheese that made me tear up a bit with joy. Beer menu isn't half bad... and comparatively it's not bad on pricing. Somehow I always get sucked into Fado across the street... but after my last tour in there I think I'm going to make this more of a regular spot.
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Christina E.
Went here for some beers with friends last night. The beer selection was pretty good, I can't complain. I didn't have any food, so I can only comment on my drinking experience. I didn't really see the decor since it was dark out and I'm colorblind. We ended up in the front vestibule/mini bar area waiting for a table from 11-12 AM on a Saturday, so I suggest coming earlier if you don't want to wait an hour like us. The waitress did serve us though, which was great.
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Jason O.
Let me preface this review saying the bar's entrance is 75 feet from my apartment door so I'm there a lot and probably not totally objective. Misconduct gets high reviews for their food. Mac and Cheese is unreal, great burgers, and decent food specials. The beer list gets 5 stars. Great belgians, IPAs and locals on tap + a crazy good bottle list. Try the dry rub wings, with sauce on the side, chopped. GREAT app. They have Sly Fox beer or Kensinger on special during all Phillies games for $3...great game specials! Service has been much better lately. Kinda hit or miss but improved from a year ago. Plenty of TVs to chill during a Phils game. A bit low-key for a real Eagles fan but they set-up a TV outside which is pretty cool on nice days. I would love to see another special or two...beers are expensive but typical for the neighborhood. Overall, I'm a fan. I was also here when the Phils won the World Series so it'll always be "special".
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Joshua S.
Misconduct's, I happily give you a four. You are a good place. I've been to you for beers and sports (The best games are on and the brews are ice cold and filled again before you get to the foam). I've been to you for late night cocktails (Your martinis were top notch and that is a tall order to fill). I've been to you for your awesome burger. Although it is kind of douch-y to advertise the best burger in the city, yours is one that I crave and definitely up there on the list. It is impossible to claim best anything in a such a competitive and opinionated city, but I must say bravo for the burgers you are currently pounding out. I like your crowd. Industry types dressed nicely. The service is great, although I prefer the bar to the table service there, and the location is good. It's got all the elements of a casual spot to either start or end your night.
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Chrissy R.
I've spent most of my free time for the better part of 3 years across the street from this place and I've never been tempted to go in. However, after being told a couple of times that I really should try it out-I bit the bullet. This place looks divier than it is. It's over priced and the burger I had was just blah. I'd give it another shout maybe because it was packed and it could have been a bad night.
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Michelle S.
Very good bottle beer selection, and a good selection of wines by the glass. I am a fan of any establishment that sells a Malbec by the glass. The food is also very good. I love the French Onion soup, the Steak Sandwich and the Chicken tenders. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat before a show, or to enjoy a few beers with friends afterwork. The staff is very friendly, and really informed and up to speed on the beverage offerings.
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Marie O.
Great atmosphere, pumpkin beer was good and autumn pear cider was delicious. Had pulled pork sliders, amazing, best fries I've ever had.
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Kate C.
Somewhat boring bar with a pseudo-nautical theme (the bathrooms are for Sailors and Mermaids). Unimpressive draft beer selection, though the bottle selection has some decent choices. Lots of flat screen tvs. So why the four stars, you say? It's all about the fantastic grilled cheese, which is served with a deliciously bizarre layer of sweet red pepper relish, and perfectly salty fries. If for some strange reason grilled cheese isn't your thing, there are also plenty of burgers and cold sandwiches (including a pear and brie sandwich, which I might order someday if I can ever tear myself away from the grilled cheese). Apparently the full menu is served until 1:30 a.m.
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Chrystelle B.
This place is okay. I really like their avocado fries, and its the primarily reason I agree to go here. The burgers are also fairly decent, although I have to say the burgers are mostly bun. They have a fairly good beer selection (although I have to add I'm not a beer snob by any means, so take that factoid with a grain of hops). However, the few times I've been here the service was unfriendly and at times rude. This place also attracts people who I would consider to be of the obnoxious frat boy type. Perhaps going here on a slower night would yield a better experience.
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Brenton W.
Oh thank heaven for 2nd chances. My first experience was not so great. Overcooked burger, under seasoned and cold fries and funky tasting draft beer. I must say I have been back numerous times since and ever never been disappointed. The beer selection is decent, they always have the newest Dogfish Head (Black and Blue is my personal choice), and a decent draft list. Their wings are, in my opinion, the best in the city. I order them with straight dry rub, no sauce and they are always piping hot and loaded with flavor. Since my first bad experience I have had nothing but great burgers. Misconduct's burgers and fries blow away the Good Dog burger and their lame-o frites. The bar and waitstaff (Keenan might be the best server in Philadelphia) are some of the coolest in the city. Not a fan of the whole nautical thing they have going on but I can look past that when everything else is pretty close to being spot on!
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Jed S.
Misconduct Burger is no Gooddog Burger, but still good (get it with the spicy mayo).
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Bernadette F.
The food and beer here is always great. Excellent craft beer selection. Highly recommend the Mac and cheese, French onion soup and warm spinach salad.
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Alicia R.
Delicious. I've been here twice now and I've had the french dip and the macaroni and cheese. Both were fresh and full of flavor. I'm going here tomorrow for my birthday so I can get me some bamf mac and cheese! Can't wait to try more!
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Paul C.
In an effort not to inaccurately equate correlation with causation, I'll just say I had the BEST burger and fries of my short life, here, on the 5th of January, 2008. And before I leave Philadelphia, I will patronize this place again (and again) to accumulate scientific evidence in support of generalizing this otherwise one-time experience of perfection. Additionally, the atmosphere is well-rounded and pretty laid back; mainly a bar with a line of tables on the opposite wall. Somewhat serious bartender, but he got the job done. A nice selection of drinks (such as the fact that they carry Strongbow Cider) too. But the burger! (and fries!)
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Elizabeth B.
I have such fond memories of coming here on the hottest days of summer where the low lighting, ice cold air conditioning and phillies on the HD TV was just what the doctor ordered. They have a decent selection of beers, and the food is good. They have some bar-ish basics (burgers, wings) and some not so basic (pear & brie sandwich, stuffed pork chop). It seems to me that when the ownership changed over, the mostly seafood menu went to the wayside. A shame because they did clams very well. I've never had a problem with the staff ... very friendly and just doing their jobs well. Lastly, the nautical decor is understated at times and in your face at other's. Trust me, it's possible, and it's great.
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Brian P.
Awesome Beer Selection!! They always seem to have a new beer or two every time I'm there as well as a few great seasonals! The Mac N Cheese is absolutely outstanding. Overall it's a great place for a few drinks at happy hour or to watch a Phils game on all of the flat panels.
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Erin L.
Misconduct is a good bar to watch sporting events: multiple tvs with different games. A long bar with lots of stools plus numerous tables for dining. The beer selection is solid. The roast beef sandwich/French dip is very satisfying. Be sure to ask for the mayo when you get fries: it has a bit of a bite and is irresistible. A few friends swear by their signature basil-cucumber cocktail. I've always found the service to be hospitable and sufficient. This is a great bar to bring a group of friends to chill, talk and grab some good food and beer.
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Rob W.
This is probably my favorite bar in the city. It has great food, the burger's are terriffic and any time I venture beyond a hamburger and a beer, I've been happy with the result (for e.g. they have a wide selection of fish burgers that are delicious). Always have a great beer selection. The bartenders and waitresses always provide prompt service and are mostly friend. Lots of TVs. Really, my only complaint is that this bar has become so popular over the years. When I moved here in 2007, I used to be able to come down here and get a seat at the bar and flip on whatever game I wanted, now, its often packed. But it deserves it, great spot.
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Ben P.
Have always loved this place. Recently, after a poor experience trying to get a seat at Good Dog (FAIL), we walked around the corner. Misconduct didn't disappoint. Friendly staff got us a table right away (place was jumping, too). Awesome beer selection including a LOT of Dogfish Head on tap, which is real cool. Good sandwiches, great sides, good service all around. Will be heading back very soon.
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Christian L.
For the atmosphere.. I like.. very clean... ani enjoy the drastic amount of cushion on the stairs (you'll know) I got an ipa dogfish head at 9.0 alcohol Nuf said.
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Kap N.
This place is lovely. They have a lot of obscure beers from upstate New York as well as other brews from random places on the west coast.
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Tracey R.
Very good mac-n-cheese. Excellent beer selection. They won me over with Franziskaner Hefeweizen on tap. Great place to watch sports, also. Friendly and fast service.
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Lowie T.
great place for a late night bite when everywhere else is closed and you don't want to go to a diner. the kitchen is open until 1am, and it hardly gets too crowded. their mac and cheese is decent, creamy and the elbow macaroni is ever so sightly al dente. the burgers are pretty good here too. there is nothing stellar overall about misconduct, but i always find myself back here when we've run out of ideas of where to go for a bite after 12a in this area. and in philly, there aren't too many options. their beer selection here will satisfy any beer drinker (not including you light beer drinkers!), and the vibe is very casual & low key.
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Tiffanie B.
Misconduct is my go-to place for moderately priced, reliable bar food. During spring & summer, they offer a delicious basil-lemonade: lemonade, muddled basil & vodka, served in mason jars! At 10 bucks a pop, they're a bit pricey, but you can grab them for half price during the 5-7pm happy hour. The only food I've ever eaten here is their burger; no complaints. Served on a delicious, buttery, toasty bun, cooked to order, and served with either a side of fries or mixed greens salad. The fries here are my idea of perfection; crispy, lightly salted, and a few burnt ones thrown in for good measure (my favorite). They used to serve the fries with an aioli, but on my last visit, they did not have it. If you're a vegetarian, the veggie burger has received rave reviews from friends. During nice weather, this is a great spot for sitting outdoors and sharing a unique cocktail, while people watching or catching a Phils game. PS: For all of you sports fanatics, they have flat screen televisions outside!
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Julianna K.
Bland food. Overpriced. Ridiculously slow service. Too dark for the day time. That's it.
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Jaime K.
Just tried the wings - FANTASTIC. Get them with the dry rub.
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christina j.
We checked this spot out last night for drinks & to meet up with some people. I had the basil lemonade and just loved it - crisp, refreshing and I could definitely taste the basil. Kudos on the mason jar. Worth every penny and a perfect cocktail for the last days of summer and maybe a few days there after too. My beer buddy seemed to be have fun trying out some beers and was pleased with the options available. A pumpkin beer was sampled but then tossed aside for sweetness - better for after dinner or if you were just having 1.
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JEAN S.
Recent visits have been better. The food here actually is pretty good and as long as they aren't busy, service is improved. Beer list changes often.
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Jeffrey M.
This poofter slip has sunk in the wake of its own frruity spasm
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M M.
Hung out here for a couple of hours to watch a game with my wife and friend a this week. No problem with the nautical them. The place looks pretty cool. It's very clean which is not the case in every bar around here. Had one of the best veggie burgers ever. It was not a frozen processed puck of garbage. Definitely home made and fresh. Served on a delicious challah roll. Damed fine fries too! I really wanted to try the mac & cheese but couldn't convince my wife to order it....I saw a few go by and it looked amazing. Service was fast and friendly. We will definitely be back many times!
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Natedogg G.
Great center city bar that is slightly off the beaten path. Great food...burgers are especially amazing. Most of the sandwiches are fantastic. Fun for a night out with friends to watch a game because you might actually be able to get a table and good service. Very good alcohol and beer selection.
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Lee S.
I had my doubts about misconduct tavern due to a 5 minute visit involving a bar crawl and some red headed sluts (the shot!). This preconceived notion turned out to be totally wrong. I had a great time. Was there for a birthday.... called 10 minutes ahead for seating, we walked in and they had a table for 15 waiting for us but the place was full minus our table. The waitress started taking our drink order from a vast slection of bottled beer and some draft. She stated she was new, only been there a week... this could have been a bad sign. It wasn't we enjoyed great service, never had to wait for a drink, the waitress was attentive and we enjoyed ourselves. Not to mention that had great food. Most of us ordered the mac and cheese, you could have it plain, or with a variety of toppings ranging from tomatoes, crabmeat, garlic, bacon, mushrooms, etc. Some of the other in our party had the burger, veggie burger, and chicken fingers. There wasn't a complaint in the place only sighs of delight over their french fries. They were even nice enough to accommodate my friend who wanted turkey added to the brie and pear sandwich. Overall it was a great experience and if they can handle a rowdy party of 15, they should be able to handle anything. I would highly recommend it to anyone who asked... yummm :o) Side Note: They did not add a gratuity for our party of 15, I know some people prefer it when they don't add a gratuity, so I thought it was worth mentioning
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Thomas S.
Nice sports bar with nice staff. Free wifi barely worked but I got my skype call done inside the big room on the right. A couple of cold beers and sports on TV. Hard to beat on a warm day! Will be back.
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Anrenee R.
Basil lemonade, gravy fries, fried pickles We came here for a friend's birthday. The lemonade was good, strong enough that I didn't finish it. As a weak fan of gravy, I only found the fries mediocre. They weren't bad, I just don't like gravy. The fried pickles seemed sliced thickly, but they were bad either. I would probably only return here if someone else suggested it first.
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Nancy N.
I'm not sure what the big deal about this bar is? We stopped by once on a Friday night, it was a little crowded and they did have the downstairs open but no one was downstairs! I stopped by a second time after CC sips and it wasn't too crowded so we were able to get seats at the bar. The bartender was nice. I got their signature sweet tea lemonade, loved it! It's very good, but $10?! a little too much.
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Lin Z.
Our group of 6 dined here today for lunch. High exposed ceilings and deep blue walls and big sports tvs make for a cool bar atmosphere. Service was upbeat and friendly. Unfortunately the food was just okay, and the menu is smallish pub-fare sandwiches and salads. I ordered grilled chicken sandwich -- which can be a blank canvas inviting almost anything to spark it up. This one was left blank - a plain breast with little seasoning except for a brushing of some sweet flavorless sauce, and a leaf of soft lettuce and a few cabbage slaw threads, all sitting on an egg-type bun that tasted day old. The one saving grace was the fries, thin skin-on type which came in a separate bowl, perfectly salted. One of my friends ordered a grilled cheese with avocado that looked pretty good. The salmon sliders also looked good, served on mini egg-type buns. IMO, the food is slightly below TGIFridays type of fare. The location can't be beat -- so hopefully the food gets better!
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Amanda D.
Looking for a bar to waste time, I was drawn to this place given the name...reminding me of a game misconduct in hockey only to find that is clearly not the case (nor is it the season in Philly for it ha ha sorry). But that's okay. This was a good choice in time wasting. The beer list was not as local as I was hoping (I love to get to try stuff I can't get at home) but I made do with it very easily. Decent selection of beer in cans too. We decided to also snack on some of the potato fritters, not really knowing what to expect. They were like breaded and fried logs of mashed potato. They came with a sriracha mayo and that together was awesome. Since really the only sports going on when we stopped in was the NCAA lacrosse finals, that was on here (and like, everywhere) but it definitely has an awesome layout for a sports bar. I'd definitely want to come somewhere like this to watch games.
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Leslie W.
I've only been in here for drinks a few times. Their happy hour is an alright price, but their regular beer prices are just too high. Example: $7 for a Magic Hat. I mentioned to my boyfriend that we could always go here again for happy hour, and he said why pay more at happy hour than any other happy hour -- so I probably wont be back. Overall, they had an alright list of beers, and I like the open and nautical feel of the place. I wish it was priced a bit more competitively for the area.
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Sara M.
Came here to watch the USA women's soccer game last night and loved it. Service was quick and consistent throughout the game, even though it was wall-to-wall packed with people. Solid beer selection with lots of seasonal choices, my table also split the potato popper, mini sliders, and chicken fingers-even though I didn't try them they smelled delicious and were gone in 2 minutes flat. Cute waterfront decor and very nice, clean individual bathrooms make this place a nice option to watch sports!
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Tim L.
Decent place for an IPA after a hot afternoon of walking and shopping in Philadelphia. The menu appears satisfying.........
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Thomas W.
Misconduct is a nice, classy bar near RIttenhouse that's great to watch a game at. Their beer selection is decent and their mixed drink come in pint glasses--which is actually the most poignant thing about Misconduct that sticks in my mind. Food was good as well, though I mostly came for drinks. It's a very clean, big, nice space especially compared to other spaces such as Fox & Hound just down the street. Definitely a bit lower energy too--which has benefits depending on who you're trying to watch the game with.
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Peter N.
Good place to catch a drink in the city. Great beer selection (hello craft beer!), and their cocktails are a good concoction. This was my first time here since they expanded the space, so everything looks new, bright and clean! And they have tons of TVs, and not all broadcasting the same thing. Staff was very attentive, and the happy hour drink specials featured beer, wine and cocktails! Definitely good if your group all have a different drink preference. I had the fries and chicken fingers. Both were good; the fingers were very crispy. Seems like Mac and Cheese is their speciality, so I'll give a variation of it a try next time!
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Heather D.
Update: my original review was way late; someone brought to my attention that the onion rings are no longer on the menu so two high fives for her ass :-/
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Liza K.
Went here on a Friday night and really enjoyed the vibe. We sat in the bar area, but were able to find a table without any wait. It was pretty loud between the music and people, but a great atmosphere. Drinks were a bit steep - We got their $6 ciders. We really liked their Salmon Sliders - they came with aioli sauce, a nice contrast to the salmon, and served on mini brioche buns. Their mac n cheese is also really good - we added sundried tomatoes and wished we'd added something with a bit of a kick instead. Service was great, although we waited quite a bit for our food. Verdict: We'll be back on another evening! Great atmosphere to relax with friends or meet new people.
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Ancy T.
Had a great time when I went here. Went for happy hour and then again for after dinner drinks. Both servers I had were friendly and attentive, most likely because we had a big group and were expecting some good tips The venue was much nicer than I was expecting and pretty spacious. Our group didn't make reservations, but they were super accommodating.. there were a total of 15 of us trickling in so they set aside an area for us. They were good about making sure each person was tended to and I honestly didn't have many complaints. My late night server was much friendlier than the happy hour server, but I was still happy regardless! I'll probably stop by again with friends.. didn't try the food, but not sure that I would considering other reviews. I'm ok with just the drinks. Oh also - i had this Belgian white beer that was just everything. Light, refreshing.. just perfect! It's gotta be a new fave for me. I'm still trying to figure out what beers I like, but this has definitely made the list!
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Vanessa T.
This is a good spot to hang out with friends and watch some sports. There are a lot of TVs in here, big and small. The size of this place is pretty big with a good amount of tables and a nice size bar. This place is packed and loud on the weekend, like any bar, this is pretty normal. I came here on a sunday when the eagles played. As expected, no seats at the bar or tables. We put ourselves on the list for a table, got one after about 40 minutes through text. The food here is not too bad, I've had their chicken fingers, steamed mussels, fries, sliders. Your typical bar food, not spectacular but not the worst I've had. I come here for drinks often, not a bad spot and definitely good place to watch the game with fellow eagles fans.
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Sharon F.
Best atmosphere to watch the Women's FIFA final and amazing snacks! Ordered the Ahi sliders, edamame, sweet potato fries, avocado fries and salmon sliders for our group and everyone loved them! Standing room only for big games so get there early.
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Anupma S.
Exactly what Aria S. said (I went with her!). I was super disappointed with our service from when we walked in the door to when we walked out. We went on Dec. 13th around 6pm, which happened to be the day of Running of the Santas, so the bar was extremely packed with post-event festive people. It was cool to see everyone's outfits and no one was crazy rowdy. Our hostess was extremely unprofessional. She spent ample time flirting with a customer before letting the five of us know that there would be a wait... then we arrive after she texts us and spends some more time fighting with another staff member right in front of us. What is that? Is that normal? Will we everrrrr be seated? We were seated. And then unseated because a family wanted to watch The Nutcracker. Okay, nbd. Moved to a table that was dirty and sticky and only had 3 chairs. Come on Misconduct, you can take extra care of patrons who want to watch The Nutcracker on a packed Saturday but can't provide us 5 with an adequate table? Our waitress was unapologetic and didn't offer a free app or anything before proceeding to mess up recording our orders, then still mess up my order, overcharge me for my mac & cheese, and then waste more of my time since I had to fix the bill and wait for a new bill. At this point we were beyond frustrated with this never-ending display of terrible service. Never been more excited to leave a place!!!!!!! And the kicker: the food isn't even that great to warrant dealing with this mess.
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Aria S.
I was excited to dig into some mac n cheese my friends were raving about. Came in 5pm Saturday and there was a 30min wait. I can't hate on a place because they're busy, but I was really shocked there was a decent wait at 5pm, no major games playing. We come back after the hostess texted us (which is cool/convenient) and she was just shamelessly flirting with this server. No acknowledgement that there are 5 of us standing right in front of her. I almost wanted to smack her out of her love spell! Then, after telling us she's about to seat us, she gets in an argument with a server RIGHT IN FRONT OF US. Like she's showing this server major sass and there's major tension and still..we are just standing there. I've never had a bad hostess but here ya go. Then we sit down. Missing chairs. Wouldn't you want to check that the table has 5 seats before you seat us? Whatever. A server comes over and tries to appeal to our emotions that there's a family waiting who wants to see the Nutcrakcer and if we could move tables. I'm a nice person, so fine. Another waiter comes over asking for our orders...major confusion I thought we were moving! We moved. Dirty table. No menus. Missing chair part 2. Water takes a while. Finally get to ordering and the server does that whole "memorized it" act.Ugh, can you please just write it down for my own sanity?! And then she comes over and wastes everyone's time going over our order..which she in fact did mess up in her memorizing multiple times. And one of my friends order's was messed up. There were people allll over our table because the space between the bar and the table is reminisce. There was tons of drunk leftover people from Running of the Santas..again not Misconduct's fault, but they could have dealt with it way better. Like after moving us I thought they'd put the first appetizer on the house or something. Terrible service, so-so food. Rant over. Aria out.
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Ant M.
Many times when I'm out and about in Center City and I either forget to pack a post-workout meal, I might leave it to chance to try and find a good place to eat. Maybe a sushi house or an American Bistro restaurant. And that is what I found the night the first time I went into Misconduct Tavern. I've walked by this place many times in the past but it was always loud and boisterous and this was all before I even knew the name of the place. Talk about eponymous? I "Go up in the spot" and yes, the "Misconduct" is off the chain. One can only imagine the secret rendezvous taking place or the "Hook-ups" pending once the drinks start to take effect. The service was quick and I immediately saw a healthy alternative than what I packed. I ordered the Salmon Sliders and the Avocado fries. The crowd was LOUD and BOISTEROUS but contained. If you want peace, quaint and private, this ain't the place. Just live with it and enjoy. So there I sat taking in the sights and sounds of the atmosphere in anticipation of eating the Salmon Sliders because 1.) I was famished from my workout and 2.) if they were good, I was returning and this place would become my "Go to" spot for something good like Salmon and Avocado fries (I'm thinking maybe once or twice/month, lol). My server was prompt and attentive but a little stand-offish ( *sniff sniff, I didn't smell at all. I can usually tell and I DID shower prior to my workout. I like a clean sweat Lol) The Salmon Sliders arrived and they were garnished with a flavorful sauce and the sprouts making it look just like how I make my burgers at home. Now all I have to do is learn how to make the Avocado fries and I'm good. But overall the food was good. I got my protein sources met, a few carbs to tie me over until I go home and I was good. Nice place. It's busy, fast paced and it's socially fun. Like most places such as this, its easy to meet and chat up people so if you like to do that, here is the place for you along with some good tasty food too.
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Elaine M.
I have been to Misconduct Tavern a few times for drinks and once to eat. It is ALWAYS packed for happy hour and when big Philly sports games are on. It is almost impossible to score a table or seat at the bar unless you are able to grab something as someone else leaves. I had a taste of their fries - they were good. And I had a mac & cheese dish a while back. I remember it being good, large and rather heavy. Misconduct has a nice selection of craft beer, and "upscale" bar food. If you don't mind waiting around, or are just looking to mingle at happy hour, this is a solid choice.
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Brad P.
Pesto bacon mac n cheese. You don't need to know anything else about this place other than pesto bacon mac n cheese. A waitress suggested this, thinking it was quirky and that I wouldn't like it. Well she is an idiot and so are you if you get anything else besides the pesto bacon mac n cheese. Seriously. Don't get the wings or anything else because you will be wasting your time and money. My rating is purely based on the pesto bacon mac n cheese.
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Jack J.
Ha. What a joke. We sat down and our waitress got us water. Subsequently did not take our order and ignored us for 20 minutes. We got up and left, and of course, no one noticed us leaving.. must have worn my invisibility cloak by accident! Everyone and I mean EVERYONE there was Caucasian at 10pm on a Friday night, and our table was the only minority there. Was the service related to our ethnicity? Who knows but one can only wonder.
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Ashley S.
This is a great place to come for drinks, and it is my go to spot on a Saturday night. They are usually packed on weekend nights, but for some reason we always find a table for our large group. They have a good selection of craft beers on tap and a lot more in bottles. Their food is ok. I had salmon sliders once and they were acceptable, but I usually just come for drinks. In the summer, they have tables out front which are nice. And in the fall when it's a little too cold to sit out there, they have heaters which make it tolerable.
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S M.
My experience took place Saturday May 9, 2015. I currently live in the D.C. area, but I was in town for the Mothers Day Weekend being as though my mother and family are from the Delaware area. After planning a spa day surprise at the Aria for my mother, we decided to get lunch. As you may know there are a lot of restaurants near the location, but based on some general yelp reviews we decided to come to this establishment. The hostess was very nice and offering us seating on the top level on the right side of the bar. Once we were seated in the section, we saw the waitress look at us, bring food to a table that was diagonal to the right of us. As she walked back toward our table, I thought she would stop and acknowledge us. She did not. As she walked back out looked at us again, then walked to a table that was in the same section as ours as well as next to the table she was just serving ,and I assumed asked if they were doing okay, because she didn't have anything in her hands. I then thought she would then acknowledge us, to ask if we wanted water, or drinks etc... She did not. She walked directly past our table again without saying a word. Another party came in 2 men and a woman (they were Caucasian / my mother, my sister, and myself are African American) sat adjacent to our table. The waitress came back out and went directly to them, acknowledged them, and asks them did they want anything. At this point I was perplexed. They received their water, and we had yet to be acknowledged. Another waitress came into the section (this was the first time I seen her, I think she may have been walking towards the bar) and asked if we've been helped. I advised her no, and she asked if what we would like to order. She was very polite, and took our drink orders. When she brought us our drinks, I asked about how the sections were broken up, she made it clear that they were not, and she asked why the inquiry. I explained to her that The other waitress walked past our table twice, looked at us, and did not acknowledge us, and went to the table that was adjacent. Our other waitress was empathetic and apologized. By this time the other table had already received their food. The one waitress did her best to accommodate and give good customer service, but I was upset by what happened. I asked her for a business card of the establishment as well as name of the other waitress who chose to ignore myself and my family. I try to be understanding in most situations, but I would like to mention that there were only 2 other parties (a Caucasian party of 2 women and a Caucasian family of 4 with a baby) in the section when we first arrived, so it was not super busy... I wrote and email to the manager and I wanted to make them aware of this situation, and see how they would respond, before I wrote a review. The acknowledge my email advised they would look into the matter and would get back to me. They never got back to me which is fine. I just don't want one bad apple to spoil an establishment of what may usually give good service. I come to Philadelphia time to time for business and I have never received such service at a restaurant. If it was advised to me that The one waitress is truly physically colored blind then I will be a bit more understanding, but in 2015 prejudice and racism is never acceptable. Being racist is truly Misconduct. I would never suggest someone getting fired especially in these hard economic times, but I do believe people who work with people of all races, religions, sexual orientations, and etc.. should be educated to treat everyone with respect. On a positive note, the restaurant had a great atmosphere, was very clean, and my food was pretty good which what I would have wrote for my review. On another note my Mom ordered her burger well done and it came out very pink.. I give the food 3 stars and the service by 1 waitress 0 stars and the Other waitress 4 stars. Overall experience I guess a 2..
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Jacqueline O.
This is a great after work hangout. Especially if your trying to pick up a hot guy in a suit... Because let me tell you there are many. There is a great beer list and apps. I recommend the fried avocado... To die for! They also have a ton of tvs and they are always playing the good games. So if your with a boring crowd. No worries there's still entertainment. So if your in the flirty mood and want some beers head on over to misconduct.
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Ainsley A.
Everything was meh. The avocado fries and onion rings were great going down, but there was so much grease that it caused them to come back up- they did NOT taste as good in reverse. The burger was cooked to a nice medium rare, but lacked flavor and cheddar cheese which I requested. The mac and cheese with bacon needed a ton of salt which is surprising since bacon is extremely salty. Probably will not come back for food- i'll stick to booze at this bar.
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Tonya M.
I'd give more stars...rating only on the atmosphere. Came in for a few beers for happy hour and had a blast! Came back to a way different crowd! It was really crowded (I know it's Friday) but lots of screaming "bros" and young girls....I'd definitely recommend coming and leaving early unless you're into being pushed, screamed at and spilled on.
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Colleen M.
First timer here.. Walked over after Good Dog bar had a 45 min wait for 2. Misconduct seemed just as busy but they sat us down right away.. Points for that! Pretty decent draft list.. Could have some more wines being that this seems to be a seafood based place, but then again I couldn't pick up on the vibe in there, maybe they rather just focus on beer. Ordered the mussels and blue fish sliders.. The mussels were nice and fat and the juice was buttery and delish. Blue fish sliders were on special and also good. Very interesting combo as they had some fennel on there. Added a good crunch. Would love to return and try some other items like the mac and cheese.
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Michelle P.
Misconduct Tavern makes many Philadelphia lists of best spot to watch a game. I can see that...depending on where in the bar you are located in the bar The game day vibe is great throughout the establishment, and at least during my visit, rival fans were able to stand side by side in peace. Some of the TVs just happen to be a little small. Like with most sports bars, it was also pretty crowded during the Eagles game. It was great that they had TV designated to non-Eagles games and had the Eagles game on the large screen and some scatter screens, but if you weren't in view of the larger TVs or right by the smaller screens, you may have well been in the nosebleeds at the Linc. As far as beer and food the selection went beyond a typical sports bar. I was enjoying various IPAs and pumpkin drafts throughout my visit, and got to try some of my husband's Hot Capocollo Sandwich. It was a house cured pork shoulder with fresh mozzarella, onion and a type of roast pepper. It was well behind your typical pork sandwich and rather enjoyable. They also offer game day beer specials. Not surprisingly, the service wasn't quick during a game. It's frustrating but hard to place fault during what is probably one of the busiest times of the week. It is what it is, so come prepared to wait a little. The servers may have been busy but they weren't overwhelmed and were pleasant to interact with. So I was all set to give Misconduct a 3 star review based on the TV situation, but I think I'm going to have to bump them up to a 4 when you take into account the overall package and add in realistic expectations of a sports bar on game day.
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Jessie H.
Didn't try the food here. I came with some friends on a Friday night around 10pm, it was packed as hell up in here. It was also super bright. Not saying there is anything wrong with brightly lit places but let's say you're drinking and starting to turn up....too much light...maybe that just's me. This place is probably good to watch games since they have a lot of TVs.
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Luba P.
Get the basil lemonade! What a great happy hour place!!! This place is like a more spacious version of Alpha/Devils Alley. And they actually have semi healthy and cheap appz! Also, the specialty cocktails are just $5...and the basil lemonade one was amazing!!! Also, the avocado fries were sooo good, never had them before, but can't wait to try them again. Plus the chicken tenders were some of the lightest and moistest...ever! They were not super greasy or covered in yucky bread coating. Loved them. Although the french and honey mustard dipping sauces were pretty terrible, the BBQ was great. Wasn't too much of a fan of the edamame because it was swimming in beer juice, so it wasn't as dry and salty as I like. The place got PACKED around 5:30-6 so make sure to get there early to grab a table. Plus, a great crowd of younger professionals, and they have big TVs for the sports liking people. PS. There is also a row of unisex bathrooms which is kinda unqiue!
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Rebecca G.
A friend and I came here for a couple of brews and a bite to eat Friday during happy hour, and I'm a fan! During happy hour, all draft beers are just $4. I chose the Allagash White, which later went well with the Chilean Sea Bass sliders that I ordered. The sliders themselves, lightly fried, were tasty, as was the side of fries that accompanied them. And the portions were generous- I only had room for two of the three sliders, and maybe 2/3 of the fries! Seated at one of the tables and not at the bar, the service was super-friendly, too!
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Elva L.
I gave a bad tip you guys. It was more a number that just popped into my head, after some preliminary math. In the car home after, I checked, and it was 13%. I feel kind of guilty about this. I never do this, honest. I don't know why, but I was just so ticked off by the whole experience. We really should have left after round two of drinks, at which point I still would have tipped 20% just as a matter of courtesy. The Boy wanted to stay because he already became attached to the food menu, big mistake. The thing I disliked the most about this place didn't even have to do with the food, which is extremely rare for me. It just was the most unpleasant service I can remember, and I don't plan to be back. When we arrived we gave a name and number to be placed on the wait list and was told it would be a 20 minute wait. I didn't actually catch what she said the first time, but after 20 minutes I went to check just to be sure she hadn't said 10 minutes. The hostess shares that she had originally said 20 minutes, and not 10; I can't verify this by memory, so I'll say she's right. At this point she says "I'm keeping an eye on it, I promise." The Boy is fresh off of about two months on crutches then a cane, and there we stood at the bar for at least 45 minutes before he just caved and asked bar neighbors if anyone could spare a chair. He got one. Then I begin my hunt for a chair, failing a total of 3 times before I could gain the attention of our hostess again. She had just seated another party. She apologized and asked if we were content at the bar and if she could help me find a chair. Accepting defeat after over an hour of waiting for a table, I acquiesced. We actually came here to catch the Phillies game. I am going to my first real life baseball game soon and I wanted to watch a game for practice. They didn't have the game on but had college football. I'm not a frequenter of sports bars, but I think the game specials were weak. Food was average and uninspired. We had raw oysters (on second thought not the smartest order from a dive-y establishment), avocado fries (not as good as it sounded like it'd be), mac'n'cheese with basil pesto (probably the best thing we had), and bratwursts (meh). I tried a sweet tea lemonade, because I always like the taste. Like the food, this was not bad or good news, it was no news at all. The food's competently executed, to be sure, especially given that it's a (sports) bar, but I would need to be wowed by the food to put up with the incompetence. Our bartender/waiter, I should say, was a-okay. The atmosphere feels like Tavern on Broad, but the food is admittedly better (which is really not saying much). The treated wood at the bar was peeling and sticky. Menus had broad streaks from wiping (which is better than sticky, I suppose). The crowd is one note and really loud. I think even if we were seated right away, it would still have been only a 3 star experience and I never would have left eager to return. In retrospect, I feel bad for the 13% tip, and I think I really should have left instead of letting the service and the wait sour an afternoon.
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Vichet O.
I'm a fan. The food is pretty damn good, and the expansions give this place a perfect layout for bringing a friend or 10. Couple that with great beer and reasonable prices, and you've snagged yourself a dirty Cambodian. Me. I'm the dirty Cambodian. Anyway, if you are looking to catch a game, or just catch up with friends, Misconduct is a great place to do it. Plus, you can sort of feel like you're on a boat.
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Lucas T.
Swell bar. Plenty of tvs and friendly staff. Food was pricey and not the best. Beer was great though.
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Terry M.
I visited Misconduct to watch my Gunners in an FA Cup match. A very good reason considering that Misconduct is kind enough to host the Philadelphia Gooners. The Arsenal supporters from Philadelphia. Aside from a great group of people which made everyone feel welcome, you could tell that the staff shared the same outlook, there were friends, hugs and hive fives with varying nods... all of which made you feel instantly welcome. "The Good" - The staff were amazing from the table service to the bartenders it was a well oiled machine. They also took note of walking in between the tables when the game was on, which is a small thing, but very much appreciated. - The food was tasty, I just had some appetizers but they were decent Higher pub grub, with fancy names ;) - Guinness on Tap. - The restrooms are a run of doors that hold individual rest rooms for one person. You did not however find yourself trapped and they were big enough to spin without hitting a wall, so you did not feel cramped. They were also very clean and well kept. - The main bar area and tables were also very clean and it is noticeable as the entire frontage is a giant window, for people watching and sunlight. "The Meh" - Nothing really Meh to comment on. "The Bad" - Street Parking. Not their fault, their problem.
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Noopur S.
A great atmosphere with meh food. This place is a ghost-town when I've went there on weekends during brunch time, which is surprising, but that was okay. Its interior is a cool soccer-bar vibe but the waiters are not the most attentive. The food takes an especially long time to come out, which is odd because I usually order mac and cheese. Avoid going there when its busy (around evening time) because service is slight and it's so crowded you can't get through dinner without people running into you on their ways to the bar! Worth a visit, overall, though, if only to taste the mac and cheese (I suggest you split it with a friend!) or during a soccer match. P.S. the avocado fries - not good.
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Catherina D.
In my opinion, one of the best priced happy hours in the city! Their draft list is long and starts at $4, their cocktail list is a little short however, but they are good and you can really taste the alcohol. We came strictly for the happy hour but were tempted by the mussels. We ordered them and they were delicious! The shells were huge and the meat was plump and juicy (we definitely needed more bread for dipping!). The staff was attentive, friendly, and quick. She came 5 mins before happy hour was over to ask if we wanted anything else before it finished. I really appreciated that!
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Rich B.
Not the worst place, but far from the best. Been here a handful of times, mostly for Philly Beer Week & Happy Hour. Can always find a good craft beer here. $4 drafts during happy hour.They have about 12 taps, with about 8 decent choices.Had my 1st Founders Rubaeus here. It was served in a12 oz. pilsner glass which was fine until the guy sitting next to me got the same beer in a pint glass. We chatted, and it turns out he's a regular. Special treatment? Not cool. Last time I was there I sat down at the bar, and the bartender passed me twice w/o giving me a menu ( which was laying on the bar about 5 feet away) I got up and got it myself. The atmosphere is nicer w/ the expansion, but has that sports bar feel which I'm not crazy about. Never tried the food, Some of it looks and sounds O.K. The "regular" I spoke to said the food is good, but the prices have gone up and the portions are smaller. To sum it up, O.K for a draft or 2 during Happy Hour; but I've had much better brews and service just down the block @ Locust Vous or Perch Pub.
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Bryan L.
Fun way to grab a drink and a bite before a concert. Mac and Cheese with duck confit was awesome and my wife loved the French onion soup. Everything else else food/drink wise was good but not great. Atmosphere was what you expect from a sports bar, but the ship decor was very cool.
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Janelle R.
I recently visited Misconduct Tavern for a few drinks with a friend after work during happy hour. This was my first visit here because with a name like 'Misconduct Tavern' I always imagined it to be a hole-in-the-wall, dark & dirty bar. Boy, was I wrong. This place was hoppin'. Very crowded, as it was the Friday before Christmas week. The inside was bright, clean & very inviting. Although it was packed, the hostess found us an open table in the back, we ordered a few drinks & a side of fries. Drinks & fries were very good, service was fast & attentive. Would definitely come back here for drinks again!
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Anand T.
been here a couple of times, but the last time I was here was last Saturday and my brother and I ordered Mac and Cheese with bacon and Mac and Cheese with Mushrooms. I must say those dishes were AMAZING I mean everything in the Mac N Cheese complemented well with everything on the dish, but the highlight of the dish was definitely the cheese as it had that nice melt in your mouth flavor that you get with a dish with melted cheese. For all those out there that love Mac and Cheese come here as you won't be disappointed and for the price it's definitely worth it.
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Reem C.
Not a bad bar at all. The food is pretty good. The last item I had off the menu was a chicken pesto wrap with a side salad. You're probably thinking, "this isn't bar food," but it was good. To me, it's location can make it easy to miss if you don't frequent the area. How many people think, "let's cruise down Locust Street." During the lunch hours, it's pretty empty and service is fast. There is some decent competition, considering Fado is directly across the street and Fox and Hound is literally a block away. In comparison to Fado and Fox and Hound, I would go to Misconduct for the food, hang out at Fado if I wanted to watch Manchester United or another football (soccer) from one of the prominent European leagues and go to Fox and Hound to watch a boxing or UFC pay per view event.
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Katie F.
Great atmosphere, good drinks, delicious food and friendly, efficient staff. I would definitely come back here. The prices are decent and it's totally worth it.
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Chris T.
Worst breakfast I've had in philly. It is a standard sports bar type with TV's everywhere and high tables. To be expected in the area I guess. I got drug here by an arsenal fan and I am having a hard time wondering why arsenal picked this place for their meeting points. Their special for the game was $5 bud lights even though this group packs the bar. I ordered Huevos Rancheros and it came out on flour tortillas with a little bit of salsa and beans sprinkled on them (no huevos rancheros sauce) and the eggs off to the side. My friend ordered a frittata that tasted like the salt shaker had fallen into it. Don't waste your time or money with this place. Head to Fado's across the street if you want to see a game.
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Lea T.
Since their renovations last year I've been meaning to check out this spot. Seems to me that the 20-somethings and young professionals frequent this bar earlier in the night (around 8-11pm) and then move to some other late night locations. The bar isn't huge but they have TVs and it is partially outdoors with the large floor-to-ceiling windows in the front. I stopped by for brunch on a sunny day in June. I loved sitting at the high top tables right in the open doorway of the restaurant. The brunch menu featured a few drink specials and a few appetizer specials, but my friend and I opted for mimosas and omelets. We decided to also try the "brunch fries" with hollandaise and bacon. The menu has the typical bar food options, but it seems that customers are very fond of their customizable mac n' cheese with toppings like arugula, bacon, jalepeno, etc. The mac n' cheese portion also looks entree-sized if you are worried about sharing. I was curious about our omelets which were listed on the menu as "create your own" for $6. We both got egg whites and cheese, then I added mushrooms and my friend added bacon. The omelets came out with a piece of toast and a weird looking hashbrown. It was like a frozen hashbrown patty and not at all appetizing. The omelet was on the small side with not much filling so I was curious when we got the bill about one charge for $7.75 and the other omelet charge for $8.25... I really hate when restaurants don't list the additional charges since they could honestly just make up a price... The hollandaise fries were much better than our omelets and the mimosas were $9.50 each. Personally I would come back here to meet up for a drink, but I wouldn't try the food again anytime soon.
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Dana S.
Came here to watch the NFL games on Sunday. It was awesome because they had the TVs labeled by what game would be showed, so we grabbed a seat based on this. It then changed like three times, lucky for us they didn't move our targeted game, I don't think some others were so lucky. Then we had several issues with service. Food/drink were ordered. It sometimes didn't come at all. It sometimes came wrong. Both scenarios resulted in us scrutinizing the bill which was incorrect as some of the food that was misordered or never delivered was on it. We also had a problem with a server telling us something was on special and then us being charge a regular price. That also had to be corrected. It got super super crowded (not necessarily a bad thing depending how you feel about it). A little to crowded for my taste. In short, not rushing back.
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Claudia L.
The food is surprisingly better than expected here. However, the service needs to be improved. Every single time I go and sit outside, they basically forget about you. Food is one thing, but if the service isn't good, forget it.
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Kris P.
Misconduct was always one of my favorite spots for lunch or a drink after work when I worked in Center City. I've since moved out of Philly, but met up with friends last weekend for drinks and apps and was so happy that I still love it just as much as I did when I lived in Philly! The place was crowded but service was excellent and food was really good. I would definitely recommend Misconduct for the food and atmosphere.
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Rachel F.
I went to Misconduct last night after hearing it was a a new spot for young professionals. I haven't been there for a few years -- when they still had the $5 lunch burger, and I was surprised by the expansion. They have a lot more space and TVs. The scene was OK. Kind of bright, but OK to peep a number of tables filled with attractive-ish men. My friend and I ordered the hot dogs and sea bass sliders. We were hesitant to order the sea bass after the bartender told us he preferred the lamb sliders. Well, we certainly made poor choices because both items were pretty bad. I'm talking "bad" as in worst food I've had at a Philadelphia bar-resto in a while. The bratwurst was dry and thin as a sharpie. The "sea bass" was more akin crab cakes with WAAAYYYY too much filler. They were mealy and not flavorful. The only saving grace were the fries, which were probably the only average to slightly-above-average thing we tasted. Bar service was kinde of slow and I was suprised that my beer was $9 for a pumpkin imperial stout. No wonder they do not include prices on the draft list. Overall, disappointing. No better than the other sub-par bars around that general vicinity. Would much rather go to Good Dog or Monks.
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Lauren F.
One of the worst bars I've ever entered. I ordered a dirty Girl Scout and the bartender gave me the wrong drink. He claimed I ordered the un-minty drink I had in my hand. Later that night, I went to the bar across the street. I checked my bank statement and realized I was double charged--the bartender swiped my card twice for the same amount. I went back to the bar and confronted them. They brought out the manager and she insisted it was my bank's fault that the bill showed up on my statement twice but she also gave me forty dollars in cash while saying this nonsense. Not to mention, I was waiting for the manager a few feet away from the kitchen door, and as a chef walked by, he snatched my phone out of my hand. I was totally not having it that night. I went up to him and he handed my phone back but when I asked him why he grabbed my phone out of my hand, he said he did not do such a thing. Also, this chef claimed he was the manager and the owner of the bar. I didn't buy that bull crap because I talked to the manager prior to this new incident. Also, they dramatically escorted me out of the bar because they didn't want other customers to know about the incidents above. And there was a lonely, old man (customer) who said something very nasty to me. Overall, this place is horrendous . I would give this place 0 out of 5 stars if I could.
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Brian H.
Middle evening bar visit review only: The kick up from 1 star to 2 was due to the bathrooms, new, clean, designed and adorned to an eclectic degree. After sucking down some $1 oysters and beers at a different location, my two friends and I needed a change of venue. We slipped off Locust Street into Misconduct, a name I remembered from reading my daily dose of Yelp reviews. ;-) This place is nothing special, a few TV's, beer on tap, and a specific asshole bartender trying to act cool who thought it appropriate to criticize one of my friends. The bartender did not even know him, probably just trying to impress a certain young woman sitting at the bar. Hey, you're a 50ish year old trying to pick up 27 year old girls with your stellar career working as a bartender. Good luck with that.
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Augustina G.
The place has a nautical theme. I can get down with that. Been here a few times during happy hour and even on the weekend and the service generally seems to be a hit or miss. The host stand could be more attentive when people are walking in. Their drink list is rotates seasonally and there isn't a cider I've had there on tap that I've disliked. Within the last year or so ago, there were renovations on expanding the space and they did a really a great job with making it feel a lot less cramped. The open windows/doorways are convenient when it's nice out. I'm pretty sure that happy hour does not include food specials, which is unfortunate. I really like their mac and cheese. I really do not like the fact that it starts at $10 (given the portion size) as the base price and you can add additional items on it...for an additional fee, so you can have a pretty plate in front of you. I'm digging their avocado fries. That stuff is great! I just wish the portion size was bigger. Maybe that's my American fatty mentality speaking. The bathrooms are also very clean, which should make you comfortable doing your business. They also play soccer games and this place draws Arsenal supporters, so Spurs fan should probably stay away. You've been warned...
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Dan D.
Not so satisfied with the service I got at this place. The waiter looked like her was up all night from looking closely at his reflection. If you aren't going to give a s***, should I actually tip you? This is your job like it or not do it right.
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Punita F.
Being here on a Sunday was a little intense, especially since the Eagles were playing. If your coming here to watch your local team (Eagles) get here a bit early. Otherwise it is standing room only. I ordered one appetizer (Avocado fries) and they weren't as good as I expected. The batter wasn't seasoned and the avocados weren't quite ripe. For my cocktail I ordered the Moscow Mule. Now, I didn't expect it to be served in the traditional copper mug but when I got it there was so much ice that it was gone in 4 sips. Not worth $10. Service was better than expected. Our server was very friendly and so was the hostess that greeted us.
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Matthew W.
From the name I expected a bar that was less fancy and little more rockish, however, it is still a cool place to grab drinks and food with friends. The staff is very friendly and quick. The bar selection is good. I did not have any food but it smelled awesome. It is right in center city so there are plenty of other bars to walk to if you don't like this one or want to bar hop. Septa and patco are close as well.
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Angela A.
My husband and I have eaten here twice. The first time we ate at Misconduct the food was okay - enough to make us want to come back again. The next (and last) time we went there, it was atrocious. I ordered a Diet Coke, but when I took a drink out of the glass it tasted like vodka had been mixed in with the diet coke. I asked the waitress if my drink was only diet coke, and she said yes. My husband even tried it, and thought the same as I did. I don't know. Weird. On to our meal (we were the only couple in the restaurant). I ordered the carnita tacos and my husband had the hot dog. Both of our meals had a funky aftertaste, almost a musky flavor. We didn't eat half of our meals, so we asked for the check and left. Well later that night we both got very sick, and vomited all night (we shared each other's food at lunch). So on top of the horrible food, we suffered from food poisoning also. To state the obvious, we won't be back. Fado, which is right across the street, is much better in my opinion.
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Syvan T.
After going to a concert at the Kimmel we decided to try the Misconduct Tavern. The bar area was pretty loud when we came in but we sat to the right of the bar where the tables are and were able to have a conversation that didn't involve screaming over music. We sat down and shortly after our waiter came over to take our order. We ordered the Misconduct Burger and the Chipotle Chicken hot dog. Both are recommended and even the fries it came with were good. It's a good place to get bar type food with a twist.
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Alicia O.
I've been to Misconduct twice and I feel like I should write too separate reviews cause they felt like two completely different bars. (I think they renovated the bar somewhat recently.) First time I was here, I walked into a small, dark bar. Plenty of tables and seats. My friends and I ordered some burgers. Our food was decent and I filed it in the back of my head if I ever needed a low key bar to grab some food and drinks if I was in the area again. A year or so later, I returned. Misconduct was not the small, dark bar anymore. They opened the place up and it's a lot brighter, but holy crap it was CROWDED. I was here on a Friday during the holidays and it was insane. We barely found a spot near the bar and we somehow were able to grab a drink. Servers kept asking me to move. People also trying to a spot kept rubbing against me. I starting feeling claustrophobic, so we finished our drinks and went elsewhere. I've walked by a few times since then and it always seems crowded. Might be back, but definitely not a weekend night.
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Majlinda K.
We were here bright and early on a Sunday to watch a soccer match and i instantly loved this place! They have a massive HDTV screen in the main area and a real fireplace. We ordered coffee to start (since it was 8am) and it was delicious!! I am a coffee addict and really thought their coffee was really strong and delicious especially for a sports bar, its only $1.50 a cup. The brunch specials for sundays are really great. I got the fritatta and it was under $7 and it came with hashbrowns, little fruit and bread. I would reccomend this place for brunch! Oh and the staff was extremely friendly.
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John B.
One of my favorite Friday happy hour stops!! Good beer selection and great various slider dishes.
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Michelle F.
Rude staff. DO NOT go here. Attempted to come here after my sister's wedding with a large group of people in their late 20's/early 30's. They let everyone in except my sister, who was still in her wedding dress. Really? We were with a group that was dressed in gowns and tuxes and the wouldn't let the bride in. What a bunch of a-holes.
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Meredith S.
Misconduct became my home away from home on Sundays during football season. They have numerous tv's spread across the bar broadcasting different games, in addition to a large projector screen for the home team game. I've only sat at the bar but the service is always on point. Most of the servers and bartenders are attentive and engage in conversation. I've had the wings and the mac n cheese, both of which I'd recommend (nothing out of this world but good). Younger, working crowd-late 20's, 30's-with some older regulars planted at the bar all night. Good place to grab a drink after work and definitely to catch any game on tv, especially football and soccer.
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Sara L.
Bigger is not always better. Misconduct has recently undergone a large scale renovation and expansion into the neighboring space, and has also undergone a global shift in atmosphere. What was once a cozy, yet bustling, unique gastro-pub has morphed into yet another mega-bar where you can have a generically "okay" beers and food experience. It's packed, loud, and rowdy - sometimes complete with fist pumping. The menu contents are the same, but execution of a lot of the food has been lacking. The customizable mac & cheese, in particular, has let me down. I guess it is good for the business that they were profitable enough as a small neighborhood stand-out to morph into an even more profitable scene, but it's not my scene.
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Jonny R.
I've heard lots about Misconduct. It's half-off happy hour is a draw for me, but you have to wonder why a restaurant has to offer such a deal to put people in seats. Still, a $4 Hop Slam is unbelievable. I need to visit again, but they were out of the oysters I wanted, and the roast pork sandwich was bland and flavorless really--the long hots had lost their heat, the provolone was minimal, and the broccoli rabe was chewy and sticky. The barkeep was sweet, but not too attentive (took me awhile to get a water, and when I did, it wasn't without ice like I requested). Good for a cheap drink at 5, but not to eat. I'll update soon, I suppose.
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Steve M.
I like misconduct for watching games, meeting friends, and if it's not mega-packed on a Saturday night, which it almost is, not a bad place to relax. Sunday games are good here. A lot of center city workers use it for their happy hour spot. It's a little more upscale clientele. Drinks are average for what you'll pay around this area. It's not a dance spot though, that's for sure.
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Melissa P.
Drinks: Decent bar, good drinks. I've been told their bloody mary's are really good. I like their Dark and Stormy. It doesn't get too crowded which is nice, unless there's a game on. Foodwise: There's a large mac and cheese selection where you can build your own. AWESOME. Avocado fries are good.
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Rose W.
Great place to pregame the Academy of Music to avoid their ~13 beers. Came here on a Wednesday, there's a nice happy hour 5-7 with $5 house cocktails $5 wine & more. I would eat somewhere else tho, the menu is a little weak (option wise)
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Alyssa R.
This is me and my friends go to place. I really do enjoy it however, they do not have good specials. We go here to watch games very frequently but it gets very expensive fast. Although it is a great casual date place or a place with a big group because we can usually secure a table in the back and all hang out around it. Theyre food is good also. Just wish they had some real game time specials.
Well, I went her this weekend and it started off great. The waitress was super friendly but after we got our beer we did not see here again for another 15 mins. She never even came over to ask how I liked my salad. I got the golden beet salad which was a complete disappointment and I love beets. The orange vinaigrette was terrible. After finally get our second drink, we just asked for a check cuz God knows how long it would have taken for her to come back again. If I return, it will be for drinks at the bar!
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Jessica C.
I've only been once and it was on a Sunday night, so take this with a grain if salt: the place was empty. That's either good or bad, depending on what you are looking for. The beer selection was solid. Definitely go for the sliders.
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Nicole H.
Great choice for happy hour, with insanely cheap drinks and very good bar food. And the service ROCKS. They're so friendly and willing to help. And the "new" bathrooms are a step up from the old, gross ones downstairs. Last time I visited a friend left his backpack with a very expensive laptop in it behind a table. We called around 1:30 am when we realized it was missing and they said they couldn't find anything. We headed over in the pouring rain just to check, and confirmed it wasn't there. Then, around 2 am, we got a call that they'd found it (they accidentally thought it was a server's). How nice of them to call and stay open til we came back to pick it up. They could've waited til the next day to call, which would've ruined his night. Or they could've stolen everything in there. Or a dozen other less awesome things. So thanks, Misconduct, for providing us with tasty and cheap drinks & eats and for being solid people to boot. We'll all be back many times to come - can't wait for the expansion to open!
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Rumit P.
Really excellent ambiance (sports bar with huge TVs above the bar), big two-level dining space with plenty of bar stools/tables and booths, and packed just enough to make you enjoy good beer, good food, and good crowd of 20-40-somethings. We went for happy hour and really enjoyed the drink specials. I ordered the dark and stormy, which was served in a mason jar. Although there is no food specials for their happy hour, the appetizers were affordable at regular price, and they came piping hot and tasty. What did we get? Onion rings and avocado fries--highly recommended! The onion rings were small fat curls fried to perfection and the avocado fries were a great finger food to accompany the drinks---all for such reasonable prices ($7.50 and $5, respectively). The server was really attentive and friendly, offering to replenish drinks and checking in on us often but not necessarily annoyingly often! Random aside: They even have several individual unisex bathrooms, which is unusual but cool. Misconduct Tavern is close to everything, has great food and service, and is definitely worth the visit.
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Kate M.
Second time in a row coming here and they have overcharged on beers the entire night. I think it's become their policy to try to rip customers off. If you try to ask them about it they just shrug and swipe your card for what they want to charge you. The food also sounds a lot more appetizing than it is.
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R H.
My wife and I were visiting Philly for the weekend. We stopped in for some Oysters and drinks before dinner, and the owner happened to be right next to us at the bar. Couldn't have been nicer! The oysters were great and so were the drinks. Even gave us a couple drinks on the house. Very cool.
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Bill M.
Even before I ever set foot in Misconduct it was one of my favorite ever bar names in Philly. But being the slacker that I am and given the Rittenhouse Square areas VAST bar competition, it took catching up with my friend before she set sail for a move to Hawaii to finally get me to go and see what this bar had to offer. And I'm kind of disappointed that it took so long, because Misconduct was definitely the beer centered bar with some decent cocktails and pub food goodness that I expected it to be. While I wouldn't completely consider it a beer haven. The rotating mix of 12 drafts and 50+ bottles does give it an amicable list, especially when you factor in the $4 drafts on Happy Hours and drink specials that they offer on a regular basis. As for food the jumbo wings with dry rubs easily contended with some of the other best wings candidates in the city. And the house made beer battered fried pickles definitely made for an interesting bite. But overall the menu offers some well rounded and interesting pub fare. Upon entry don't be swayed because Misconduct is definitely larger than it looks, even more so if/when the extension construction that was going on has completed. And it can be a solid destination for Phillies games.
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Philip F.
If you like bad service come here. We'll maybe it is more like no service and being ignored.
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Joshua R.
Great place to go for happy hour in center city. They recently expanded, which seems to have just made the place more popular, rather than add space, definitely can get crowded at times. Recommend the basil lemonade, delicious and refreshing.
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Rebecca Z.
First visit after their expansion... It was a busy night, about 20 minutes for a table but found seats at the bar. They had a good selection of beer. The lighting of the place was brighter than expected. They have multiple unisex bathrooms in the back of the restaurant. (I miss the old bathrooms tho). The food was alright. Its a place to come for the atmosphere with good friends to have a good time.
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kate j.
This is my favorite spot in Center City for after-work drinks. They have a great beer and cider selection and there is always a good crowd - usually young professionals looking to have a relaxed, fun time after the day is done. Be sure to look for "Ben Franklin" at the bar - the guy who plays Ben in the Old City tours rides his bike here for a drink every night!
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Erin S.
We had a group of six and we were seated for drinks at a hightop in no time, although the place was packed (we went on a Friday night around 11). We had amazing service and enjoyed our time. Good music, great atmosphere, and plenty of bathrooms so no wait! Overall we had an excellent time and will be back to try the food next time.
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Lauren P.
Such a fun place! The food is delicious especially the Mac and cheese! Great place to watch a game or have a delish dinner!
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Lauren C.
Swung by on Friday night with some friends. We came from the Irish Pub... which I hate... so I walked through the door with a good buzz, happy to have coerced my friends away from the bar I avoid for the same reasons I avoid Manayunk at night. I've been to Misconduct to booze before, and to eat, and both left great tastes in my mouth. This particular night, the place was packed. The Boston Police were hot in pursuit of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and the whole bar was getting involved in the chase. The place was buzzing! When they finally caught him, everyone was cheering. It was great! Unfortunatly, the influx of people meant a decline in service. I only tried to order 2 things- a pint, and Mac and cheese, and didn't have any personal issues, but I watched as some of the guys I was with tried to flag down a bar tender using cash money, but couldn't catch her gaze. These are big, strong, corn fed, american boys that are tough to miss. Especially with a few beers in them. It was really bizarre to me that she was giving them the cold shoulder. My pint was perfect, and the mac and cheese was AMAZING. It usually is. I got the standard issue mac and cheese, but they have all sorts of mix-ins that you can add to enhance the already masterful dish. They make it so when you take a bite, you get those lovely, gooey, cheesy strands that act as a bridge from your fork back to the dish reminiscent of mozarella sticks. It's rich, flavorful, comforting, and happiness-inducing. Unforutnatly for me, I had a few too many drinks, and ate a bit too late in the game... so I ended up taking the majority of my mac home with me... but it also makes a great breakfast! I'll be back to Misconduct for sure, but if it was as packed as it was last Friday, I think I'd be a tad wary of the service. If you can't get a drink in the first 3-5 minutes of trying, I'd head somewhere else to avoid a night of frustration.
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Neil D.
For me, it comes down to an issue with management. I was there on a Friday night with several friends. They turned the lights on at 1:35. Their real goal is to make sure the doors are locked and closed by 2 AM with everyone out. PHYSICALLY out of the bar. The issue is, they don't attract the same crowd as a 21-year-old party bar. It's not Mcfaddens, or Finnigan's Wake, or Tavern on broad with sloppy drunk people everywhere. It's actually a much better crowd. But, they treat it as if they're running a college bar. Why have the same thug bouncers, and there are three or four of them, pushing people out the door at 1:45 when you are legally allowed to serve until 2 AM? They have remodeled, and it attracts a fun, diverse crowd. Unfortunately for this place, the management's direction for this bar does not align with the patrons it attracts. It's unfortunate. Overall, I give the bartenders a five star for their very pleasant and prompt service. But, I would give the overall attitude of the bar 2 stars For the shortsightedness of the owners to treat this place like it's a seedy college bar. And for me, the general negative impression of the bar trumped the positive service of the bar employees.
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Nalynn P.
While this one experience may not be entirely indicative of how all of Misconduct's staff usually treats its customers, I had to finally write my first review to share how horribly my friends and I were treated last night, Wed 11/6, by the bartender. Six of us were seated at the bar during happy hour. The bartender had been keeping some of us on the same tab, but most of my party had already cashed out by the end of hh. When it came time to close out and I asked for the bill, it had mine and 1 other person's drinks on it. We asked the bartender 2 questions about the happy hour pricing and what drink was what. Instead of just getting what we asked for, some answers, we were met with eye-rolling, judging and patronizing remarks. He proceeded to throw our receipts back in our faces, continue making rude remarks, and instead of returning my change directly, he aggressively flapped my money in my face while lecturing me on separate checks. After I expressed to him how I did not enjoy his condescension, he then threw my friend's credit card back in her face. I understand that it can be frustrating to deal with large parties. I have worked in the service industry, I know how it feels when you're tired and the last thing you want to do is deal with what you feel is your customer's incompetence. But never did I let that lead me to treat my customers the way we were treated last night. So what if a couple of tipsy girls have a few questions about the calculation of a couple of drinks? Just answer the question, show them even an inkling of hospitality. Especially when these customers are generous tippers who are likely to return to your establishment. I have never ever been treated this poorly in a restaurant or bar in my life. I am beyond disappointed because I generally love Misconduct's food and drinks and have often frequented it in the past. After last night, I'll have to think twice before going back. Second star is for the good times we've had Misconduct, but last night you only deserved one.
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Meredith B.
Any place you can build your own mac & cheese is A-OK with me. Misconduct has a great location (15th and Locust) where its right off the square any right off broad street. The atmosphere is clean and inviting.... but at some points can be overwhelmingly crowded. Good selection of drinks as well. Service may be a little slow but that's purely because of the crowds. Misconduct is a standard YP bar (young professional) where you wont find college kids fist pumping. One thing to note I tried the pork belly skewers - It was basically bacon on a stick. I don't know if I'd order it again. There is so many other things on the menu I've liked over the years but this just wasn't one of them.
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Jay W.
The first time that I was at Misconduct they had a foie gras burger that my friend ordered. It looked AMAZING and I was very jealous. I went back and was disappointed to find that it was removed from the menu. I ordered the pulled pork slider instead, and was underwhelmed. The whole sandwich was pretty dry, I didn't finish it. The beer selection is nice, but I wouldn't come here just for a bar, it is kind of cramped for that.
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Stephanie S.
I love this place. It's easily forgotten when its right around the corner from Good Dog which gets all the attention, but honestly, sometimes I'd rather go to Misconduct!! The beer selection is great, always rotating their kegs, and the bottle selection is actually better than good dog, IMO. You can also get beer flights, if you aren't sure which draft to try! Happy hour specials are also better.. Half price burgers and select drafts! Awesome! Food here is bangin! I've never had a bad meal. Their house special hot dogs are the sh***t! They change em every day so ask your server! I've had a mahi mahi hot dog, and a duck hot dog. Amazing. The salmon burger is one of my favorites in the city. It's huge and so delicious. The Mac n cheese is yummy, avocado fries were good too. Go here, I def recommend it! Especially when good dog is too crowded and you want something close by on the same equal level.
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Michelle N.
This is my favorite happy hour place in city. Half price craft beer drafts. Good food. Lots of bathrooms. Nice big space so no longer have to wait forever for a table and sit all cramped up next to strangers. I dig it. Nice job Misconduct.
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Kelly C.
I've been a fan of Misconduct for years. And the tavern too. [Disclaimer: I know one of the owners as he is a neighbor of mine.] I love that they've expanded and remodeled. I used to feel claustrophobic in there because of how packed it would get sometimes. Even with the new space, there were a lot of people. I can't remember being at a bar which was that busy on a Monday night. I don't usually go out for Monday Night Football, but I guess that's what some of the people were there for. But now there was breathing room and plenty of seats at the bar. The food was great. It being cold and almost snowy out, I ordered French Onion Soup. It was perfect. To go with that, I had a French Dip sandwich. Know what's better than French Onion Soup and a French Dip sandwich? FOS on the FDS! I saved the last quarter of my soup with lots of onions to put in my sandwich. Yum. The staff is always friendly and on point. They have a great beer tap selection. And now lots more bathroom stalls without having to go downstairs like it used to be. Um... I can't end my review with bathrooms... It looked like the front had large glass door/windows that they could open up in nice weather to bring in that fresh air. And maybe they do outdoor seating too? I can't wait to check that out in the Spring.
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Diana K.
They have my favorite cocktail in the world as a happy hour special - The Dark and Stormy. I make it at home all of the time, but I love it even more when it is handed to me for $5 or less! I have heard great things about the food, so I will have to make another trip soon!
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August T.
Not what I expected. Good good. The grilled cheese with guacamole and bacon was awesome. Where did that bacon come from? ! Friendly and efficient staff. Noisy inside bit come football season it will be great!
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Gia M.
I rolled in to Misconduct around 6 PM on Valentine's Day, dying for a nice place to sit and sip a glass of wine before heading off to the Avenue of the Arts for a show. Since it was V-Day, we had been wandering for a while and just wanted to find somewhere with a seat and a decent happy hour. After using Yelp and a variety of happy hour apps to no avail (damn you, Valentine's Day!), we were waiting for a stoplight and I happened to look to my right and saw this bar's sign. I convinced the boyfriend to go in because I had recent;y heard about this place, and we were encouraged by the half off happy hour that continued until 7 PM. To be honest, I wish that we could have stayed longer. I loved the atmosphere inside the bar. It was completely nautical-themed, with sailcloth panels in the ceiling and dark wood reminiscent of the deck of a ship. We even had to climb up a small set of steep steps, which made me feel even more like I was on a ship. The bartender was friendly and joked around with us while he checked our IDs-- a little friendliness goes a long way-- and he proved to be helpful in specifying what was included in the happy hour (i.e., what wine was on special). In addition to the bartender being friendly, I also felt at home with the clientele (who were all a little older than I). A news show was on and the sound was muted, so I asked the couple next to us what was going on and that morphed into a pleasant conversation for a few minutes. After the friendly and inviting welcome of what could be a forbidding establishment, I am excited to return to Misconduct at some point, perhaps to try some of the food (which looked really tasty). Plus, the bathrooms are quite nice (private rooms and an ample amount of them); it's hard to find good bar bathrooms.
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Adam N.
We've been going to misconduct for years. The place is a great spot to watch any sporting event. So many TVs. That's why we keep going back. Food is average, and has gotten a bit expensive. Beer list is a bit odd, no standard options on the list, and the stuff they have isn't always the best quality. A few tweaks and this place could be a five star sports bar.
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Elyse M.
We go to this place a lot but Jason was an excellent severe. He went above and beyond at every chance. Even after a small spill on a white tshirt without asking he was there with the club soda. Hands down awesome guy made the bar the place to come back to
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Will S.
Mediocre food. Better atmosphere since renovation but still doesn't know what kind of bar it really is. Real closing time is 130am not 2am, they won't let you in.
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Jason T.
Food was good and drinks are made well but wait time was long. Server had way too many tables and not a smart move putting new bartenders on the day after Christmas.
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Jamie D.
Misconduct is a great center city happy hour spot. The food is awesome and their specials never disappoint. Their happy hour is half off SELECT drafts. On the draft list, you can tell which ones are on special by the (HH) next to them. I've noticed over the last few months that less and less of the draft list are half off at happy hour....which does sadden me. The mac n cheese is always delicious! Be careful though, it can get pricey the more stuff you add to it. All in all, the atmosphere is nice. The food is good. And the drink specials are okay.
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Frank P.
Good beer selection. Not overwhelmimg choices. Nice bar setup & love the remodel w/ extra bathrooms. Food is good but not spectacular
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DM D.
This is hands down my favorite bar in Philly. Living across the street we go here A LOT. They have great happy hour prices $4 beers and wines, $5 cocktails. The food is GREAT bar food!!!! We always get the fries, Mac and cheese, and chicken fingers. The grilled cheese with avocado is absolutely heaven! It can get really crowded but eventually you will get a table or bar seat. And they recently renovated so there are more tables and TVs. The best part about Misconduct is the staff. My favorite bartenders are Keith, Chris, Ciara, and Samantha. And waitress Sam is super nice. But everyone is friendly there. I'm going to miss this place when I move!
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Noah G.
My buddy and I got tickets for the Aziz Anasari show last Saturday except for one small hitch...the show is THIS Saturday. So after getting rejected at the turnstile we both agreed a nice nice five or sixteen beers were in line. We were at the Merriam Theater so I figured we'd walk to Misconduct since it wasn't too far and I've always wanted to try it out since seeing it's sleek, cool commercials during Flyers games. Now I don't know if it was the way the light was coming in or the decorations but whatever it was I had the feeling I was at a diner in OCNJ waiting for a disappointing plate of home fries as I did many times as a youth. The bartender was really cool and even knew about the white whale I've been chasing since SF, the Allagash Interlude (but they didn't have it). Beyond that there wasn't that much positive I can write about. After three beers we decided to just go to the old homebase (the new homebase is Trestle Inn) St. Stephens, gather ourselves, drink the appropriate amount of beers, and then see where the night would take us. Now if we'd only known what was about to happen at the Saint we may have chosen a different locale but THAT is a story for another day. *I will be back here as I think it could be been fun and this was not time was the exception and I'll be sure to update when I do.
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Rachel A.
Misconduct's good beer selection and reasonably available seating makes it a good alternative to Monk's, when all you want is a good beer and a place to sit with a group. But why don't any of the beers on the menu have prices? That's just misconducive to my drinking!
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Abraham T.
UNPROFESSIONAL; DOES NOT CARE ABOUT ITS CUSTOMERS; CANCELS RESERVATIONS - JUST TO EARN A BUCK I WILL NEVER BE SPENDING ANY OF MY MONEY AT MISCONDUCT TAVERN. Yesterday (NFL Championship Sunday), my fiancee made a reservation for a party of seven at Misconduct ahead of time, and our reservation was confirmed. Our reservation was at 4:00pm. At 3:30pm, a representative from Misconduct Tavern called my fiancee to tell her that they were CANCELLING OUR RESERVATION, because they had lots of walk-ins and decided to give our table away. Last time I checked, the entire point of making reservations was to ensure you had a table in the event that there were too many walk-ins. Moreover, my friends were coming from 45 minutes away, so CANCELLING OUR TABLE A HALF AN HOUR BEFORE OUR RESERVATION was extremely inconvenient, since now we were scrambling to find other accommodations for a large group (which included children), while simultaneously redirecting my friends who were already on the road. Finally, management had the audacity to offer to move our reservation to the next day, even though the entire purpose of our making a reservation was to make sure that we would be able to come in, sit, and watch the game as we ate and drank. I have no problem with an establishment that does not take reservations, or does not take reservations on a day where they expect lots of walk-ins (Championship Sunday or Superbowl Sunday). However, to take our reservation ahead of time, then cancel it a half an hour before, is extremely rude and unprofessional. Regarding a party of seven with children in particular, management at Misconduct Tavern should have known that it would be difficult for us to find another establishment with only a half an hour's notice. After already confirming the reservation, I would think that a professional establishment would deal with a slight loss of income that comes from holding an empty table for half an hour, rather than destroy the good will of its customers to earn a half an hour more's worth of profits. I have to conclude that Misconduct Tavern is NOT a professional establishment. THAT BEING SAID, we had the extreme fortune of being able to get a table for seven at Kite and Key (because Kite and Key is willing to take reservations for parties of six or more). We had a good time, the pizza was especially great, the beer selection was different and did not disappoint, and the Broncos won. BOTTOM LINE I recommend that anyone considering Misconduct Tavern should look elsewhere. There are too many good places in Philadelphia for you to be spending your money here.
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Nikki J.
It was nice to have place to go afterhours with menu. I was not a fan of the hot dog menu. Main menu says regular hot dog, but they ask which one you want from the specialty menu. We like the atmosphere and will try it again.
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Nicole M.
Oh dear god, this mac and cheese is the best ever. I get it with spinach, roasted garlic, and bacon. It's enough for 2 to share, but it's awesome to take half home and enjoy it the next day, too. The guacamole grilled cheese with bacon is also amazing. Obviously I'm a cheese lover, so I'm kind of in heaven at this place. Avocado fries were meh, I wouldn't get them again. They come with a garlic aioli that is perfect for regular fries, though. They also have a wide selection of beers. It's pretty fun on weekend nights too, even if you're coming just to drink and not eat. When I'm craving comfort food and beer, Misconduct is at the top of my list.
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Jamie S.
4 stars for the mac and cheese, 2 for the burger. The mac and cheese is made with fontina here and starts at $6.50. Then comes the fun part of picking your add ins. The prices on those start at 50 cents for things like onions and to up to $4.50 for steak. I chose bacon ($1.50) and sundried tomatoes (50 cents). The plate came out sizzling hot, smelling good, and looking like the congestive heart failure I was hoping for. I had been holding my breath, hoping that the outside would be slightly burnt, and was pleased to see that it was. The bacon added some saltiness that might have been lacking otherwise. The noodles were cooked well, the cheese was stringy and melty, and the portion was huge, it was well worth the price. The Misconduct burger, ordered with bacon and cheese, was not as successful. The meat was overcooked, and the size of of the bun suggested a much larger patty than was presented. Even with the tasty fries that came with it, this was definitely not worth the $10 price tag, however, come in on a Monday and burgers are half price, which would justify ordering this a whole lot more.
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El Chinchillo B.
I've recently had a rough go at life and was feeling down. I decided to avoid all the usual hangs and go somewhere where nobody knew my face. I came across Misconduct and was skeptical at first, only because I'm a creature of habit. I found a high top near the bar, ordered a pint, and glanced around. I realized all the patrons were watching the Eagles game and the ambiance was that of mirth, laughter, cheering and happy faces. The Eagles were winning. A wonderful pinkish-redheaded server by the name of Kristen walked up, greeted me with a smile and suggested the Roast Pork Sandwich as well as the Mac & Cheese. I went with her suggestion. She made me feel like a regular who had been frequenting Misconduct for 15 years, like family even, always engaging me with a smile and humorous banter. I've never had food or drinks arrive so fast. And when it did... Oh. My. God. The fare was more than I could have hoped for. The Mac & Cheese was to die for and the roast pork was the juiciest and most tender I've had in a while. I would have been happy with a greasy sandwich. But this was several steps above that. I feel as though the exact second my glass or plate were empty, Kristen was there, inquiring as to whether I required anything and offering impeccable suggestions. My palate and myself fell in love with this place and we'll be back in the near future for sure. Thank you, Kristen and Misconduct.
(5)
Lilli C.
A great neighborhood bar with lots of beers on tap and great food. The odd nautical themed decor is a bit tacky/cheesy, but who cares when everything else is great. The place is pretty spacious so I never feel cramped and the food is soo good! I love the mac and cheese, whch you can get made to order with a pretty sizeable selection of toppings. I also LOVE the avocado fries. I've never had them before but they're deliciously fried , super crispy, slices of avocado. The staff is always friendly and the bartender was fast with drink orders.
(4)
Robert B.
Went for a group lunch time with fellow employees. A group of 6 was seated quickly, as we were early for the lunch crowd. It was a lovely atmosphere. Plenty of bathrooms are available, I wonder why? As it was a work lunch, we were unable to consume alcohol. But, the draft list was decent. It also appears they had a selection of other fine libations. I ordered a pork sandwhich. The fries were awesome and quickly consumed. The pork came with a jus on the side. It was flavorful and fresh. The portion was large sized. I give this place 4 stars due to the quick action of the waitress. We asked for separate checks which she completed quickly for us, as we were due back to a training. She was friendly and kept up with our table, one person arrived late due to a long work call. She got him food promptly so he could eat with the rest of us.
(4)
Gautam T.
Ok so you know when you're really lazy to cook and its your day off to eat whatever the hell you want to without a concern for caloric intake? yes we have those days. I have those days more than I should. This place is perfect. Cheap beers, greasy food, with some relatively healthy options. They serve a grilled chicken wrap which is pretty good. But lets be serious here folks, you come for the dry rub wings. They are amazing!!! There is a hint of brown sugar that does things to the wings that only wing lovers would appreciate.
(4)
Steve S.
Finally was able get here. Was not as impressed as I expected to be. Two of us went for lunch. One had the duck salad - it was ok, but a little plain, plenty of duck, but not much else but greens. I had the braised, pulled turkey with carrots and celery. The portion was appropriate. It was served on a nice looking Brioche toasted bun. It was very tasty - however the problem was it was served at almost at room temperature. It was just slightly warm - but I chose to eat it as is - since it took 35 minutes for us to get our food, and I didn't want to wait any longer. My guess is it sat out and got cold before someone finally realized it needed to be served. I also asked for cole slaw as my side, but they gave me fries. They brought me cole slaw when I reminded them. The fries was decent, above average. Bottom line - I think there are some service and expediting issues that need addressing.
(3)
Allyse O.
Love this place! Can't say I've ever had a better bartender than Devin. He's an all around treat and the place wouldn't be the same without him!
(5)
Nico L.
Baked Mac n cheese with your choice of fix-ins? awww yeaah. This place is a good place to go if you feel like having something quick with a decent beer. They have a wide selection of brews just like any other bar in the area. The food though, definitely puts them over the top. The nautical theme is cute too. I've only had pleasant servers when eating inside or outside. I haven't been in here when it was insanely busy, so take my rating with a grain of salt. Add some of their delicious fries to that salt while you're at it
(4)
Paulina M.
My boyfriend and I were totally bummed because there was a 45 minute wait for good dog bar and stumbled upon this place. We were really excited about trying the burger and French onion soup but were incredibly disappointed. The soup ha burnt black cheese on top and was colder than lukewarm. The bacon on the burger was so hard and impossible to chew, the avocado was in chunks rather than sliced and fell off the second I picked it up. The bun was supposed to be a challa and wasn't either. The only reason why I gave it two stars rather than one was because the fries were delicious. The server was standing at the end of the bar texting and was totally in her own world as we had empty waters and no sharing plates for the majority of the meal. It should be considered a misconduct to consider this place a restaurant.
(1)
Tyler R.
I was here for a happy hour with co-workers. What an upgrade! The last time I was here, it felt like frat-boy land with a bunch of raucous early twenty-somethings cramming the bar and making it impossible to have a good time. The restaurant has changed the menu a bit, done some renovation, and is expanding more. I've gotta say, this might be a change for the better. First, the servers are attentive and helpful. They made good suggestions for our group in terms of beer styles we might enjoy and appetizers to share. I have to say half priced drafts...GREAT drafts like Yards Saison...are definitely worth it. $3 happy hour drinks make me happy indeed. The best part is that it goes from 4:30p - 7:00p. Fantastic. For the food, the fries were just fine, and the fried pickles stayed crispy. Win-win. Two months ago, I probably would have given Misconduct 2 stars. Today, it's a different story.
(4)
lauren f.
Not impressed. Veggie burger was mostly breading and my fries were burnt. My husband described his huevos rancheros as weird. Would not come back for food. Yuck.
(2)
Joe Y.
Fish and chips are mush. Sorry to be so blatant but they do not care about food, they care only about serving alcohol. They would not give me water.
(1)
Natalie E.
This place doesn't look like much from the street, but after a recent renovation it's twice the size it used to be. I have only been here for happy hour but it's a good happy hour for a group get together. The only drawback is it's pretty loud. Also, if you're sitting near the door you're going to get a lot of freezing cold wind blown on you.
(4)
Sarah F.
I debated between 2 and 3, but meh describes this place better than a-ok. We went because yelp concierge suggested it to us. The house cocktails are good, but overpriced. We ordered the dry rub wings which were so salty, that my tongue hurt afterwards. (stick to devil's alley for dry rub) The avocado fries were pretty good. something to try once anyway. The pear and brie wrap with turkey was really dry, and kind of blah. French dip was nothing spectacular either. The coleslaw, however, was really good. Mac and cheese was good, but nothing you couldn't make at home. possibly even from the freezer section. I'm disappointed. I hate being disappointed.
(2)
Kevin J.
They have declined so greatly since my last visit three years ago. Their new name should be Misdirection. Their seating is right on top of other tables. Hard to be comfortable sitting with your back in someone else's back. I was mostly disenchanted by the menu changes since my last visit of 2008. I remembered that I used to be able to order any variety of mac n cheese toppings for a reasonable value that improved with quantity of toppings. Now there are only three set "levels" of the appetizer, more expensive and lacking the creativity of the build your own variety style mac menu. I felt like the whole reason to return to this restaurant had been compromised, but ordered mac anyway because obviously I had been looking forward to the taste. Unfortunately, our waitress discouraged my custom order by saying that the menu had always been that way, at least as long as she knew. Not only that, but having worked there for three years, she nonetheless refused to acknowledge our longer term patronage in favor of her dwindling recollection of the time they must have streamlined the menu for faster prep, instead of made to order. Another menu anomaly was the yogurt smothered lamb burger. My friend was perplexed when his came out of the kitchen. Our waitress merely indicated that the menu description was accurate (It still claim it WASN'T... see attached menu screenshot) and that we could try to absorb the unwanted yogurt sauce with napkins. However, the item had been so smothered in white cream and could hardly enough be salvaged. All in all, I was very disappointed with my last time in Misdemeanor, Misdirection, whatever you want to call it.
(2)
Sam B.
Cool bar that always seems to be hoppin'. I love that in bars, especially when you are trying to meet more people, but the layout is not very conducive to this so you have to subtract some points for that. However, it is a Great place to see a sports game with a few friends because it gets rowdy and you really get into the spirit. Pro-tip - make a reservation. Also the bathrooms are tiny, got pretty gnarly on game day, the wait was a tad long, and you have to squeeze past a zillion people to get to them, so drink accordingly or miss most of the game trying to pee!
(4)
Michelle C.
While I'm keeping my rating for Misconduct at three stars, I can now say they are three very robust, shiny stars when compared with the three hesitant stars from my previous review. After a very late night on the town, I was in need of food in my belly and a little hair of the dog action. My lunch buddy and I were ushered past Misconduct's long bar, its seats full with construction workers who looked but kept their traps shut. Clearly, lunching indoors as opposed to on a wall somewhere has a different set of decorum. My bloody Mary served as the life raft in my hangover sea, and my grilled chicken Caesar salad was perfectly dressed, with tender, grilled chicken and a thrilling excess of croutons. It was just what I needed to right my ship.
(3)
Steph P.
If you're not ordering the mac & cheese, you're doing it wrong. Happy hour is also amazing if you're a beer lover. The atmosphere of this place is kind of weird, but it's a hidden treasure for Center City if you're trying to go somewhere for a decent drink without the crowd. I wouldn't say this place is a destination for a night out by any means, but it's nice to unwind over cheesy goodness after a long day at work.
(3)
Lenny Z.
My friends and I started our night at Misconduct, mostly to have a few alcoholic beverages before heading to dinner. It was a pub with a bit of a restaurant feel to it, but more pub than anything else. They had a very good selection of ales on tap. I started off with a Bell's IPA. It had a lot of hop to it, just how I like it. The next beer I had was the Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale, which touted being a 2011 contest winner. And, it certainly backed up it's claim as one of the better tasting beers I have had. One of my buddy's offered me a taste of his Left Hand Sawtooth, which drew him in because it was nitro infused. I was not impressed. It tasted rather plan to me. The nice thing about this spot is that before you get roped into a beer you regret, you can taste it and make an informed decision. With all the beers going down, we decided it was time for a few apps. First up was avocado fries. It's really hard to go wrong with this pairing. Who doesn't like avocados? Well, than who doesn't like them dipped in breading and fried? Exactly. Next, we had some wings in dry rub. The buffalo sauce and blue cheese came on the side. And, what started out as six wings, was really 12. Each wing was the wing and drumstick attached. It can be a nice surprise, but for the eater looking to go light a warning would have been nice. But dam, it tasted good. Lastly, we had some fries. They were good fries. Nothing to write home about, but nothing to balk at either. In a nutshell, if you focus is drinking and you want some food to go with, this is a good joint. If the food is more important, well hell, go to a restaurant.
(3)
Ashley L.
This is definitely my Center City go-to bar. Great food, good selection of drafts and awesome bartenders (Fleming!!). The restaurant's not too large and it's a popular spot so expect a crowd. I usually drink beer but if I'm feeling adventurous I'll order the Grape Transfusion; tastes like a jolly rancher and gotta love that it's served in a mason jar. Some of my food favorites are the avocado fries and mac & cheese (you get to select whatever toppings you want, which can be dangerous). Remember to look up if you haven't been before, the ceiling is curved and wooden like a ship!
(4)
Juliana K.
Good place to meet up with friends and drink. Relaxed atmosphere with TVs. Mac and cheese was pretty good. Decent burger and sandwiches. Cool nautical decor. Service was decent.
(3)
Victoria L.
This was a place that I was excited to come to once I moved into the area. If my budget could support it, I would become a regular. I love that the beer AND food menu changes frequently. The beer selection is great. As far as food goes, everything is great comfort food. Chicken fingers are not the typical breading and the honey mustard is good. (Although I came here on the weekend and the food was not up to weeknight par.) The avocado fries are deliciously crispy and creamy at the same time. Nice to try once, but aggravatingly small portions. I tried one of the seafood hot dogs once ... not for me but I was able to finish it. I want to try other hot dogs and the burger here.
(4)
Christine B.
My friend lives in Old City and I live in Fitler Square so we figured Broad would be a good meeting point to settle on a spot for happy hour, and ended up at Misconduct. Misconduct has great happy hour Specials! Draught beer, cocktails, and wine are all half off from 5-7. They also have daily food specials. I went with a mahi mahi hot dog and some oysters with wasabi caviar. It was all really good. The hot dog had a mild seafood flavor to it and it was covered in a beer cheese sauce and caramelized onions so you really can't go wrong there. My oysters were good too, and the wasabi caviar is awesome. I would love to have it on top of sushi instead of the regular tobiko. The service was friendly and the waitress was helpful with her recommendations. I will definitely be back.
(4)
Emma H.
I've been here twice, and both times I was unimpressed. The atmosphere isn't too bad, mostly happy hour seekers from the immediate area, and both times it's been pretty crowded (read, difficult to find a seat or talk). The wait staff is pleasant enough, though not particularly attentive. They have a decent selection of beer, but I've as yet to be blown away by anything I've had there (and there scotch selection leaves something to be desired, which may not be important to you, but it always is to me). The food seems like your standard, frozen, reheated/fried pub food, which is overpriced and a little unsatisfying.** Basically, if you're in the neighbourhood and everything else is too crowded to get a table, this place will do, because it's so mediocre that you're unlikely to have a truly horrific experience. It's serviceable, but if you're looking for something to really "make" your evening, find another joint. ** The chef contacted me and would very much like me to point out that "an important fact that [I am] omitting is that [they] don't even HAVE a freezer in [his] kitchen and NOTHING comes in frozen.".... That is a fair statement. So, I guess my review should read that it *seems* like standard frozen, reheated pub food... But it isn't.
(2)
Katrina C.
I have had always a good experience at Misconduct, and there have been many experiences serving varied purposes. I have come here and enjoyed it for the following occasions: 1. Day drinking 2. Dinner 3. Saturday night drinks when we didn't want to stray far 4. Phillies game on a weeknight 5. First stop for a Birthday celebration 6. Lunch and drinks 7. 2 First dates They have a good beer list, friendly bar tenders, good $3 can specials during the Phillies games, good soup (I have had french onion and carrot honey). I can't attest to their burger, but their french fries are amazing (and I know my french fries). I also love that the Mac n Cheese is make your own - you can select what extra ingredients you want! The various TVs often have on different games, so if you are looking for something that isn't Phillies/Eagles, you might be able to find it here.
(5)
Fay H.
I've never seen so many polo shirts in one place. . .
(3)
Allison B.
This review is based on the VEGGIE BURGER and the VEGGIE BURGER alone. Great burger, man. Ten times better than the one you'll get up the block at Good Dog, which you'll have to wait longer to receive and pay more money for. The patty is made up of roasted eggplant, zucchini and chickpea. It's lightly fried and reminded me of falafel in flavor and texture, which I was totally digging. It's topped with all the usual suspects, with the addition of bean sprouts, on a toasted challah roll. You can sub a side salad for fries at no extra charge and leave feeling a tad more healthy than usual. Next time my friends want some beer and some bar food, I'll be recommending Misconduct for sure.
(4)
Gabrielle I.
First of all, they are know for their mac n cheese and its HELLA good. Creamy and flavorful and yummy. The burgers are hearty and delicious. A nice atmosphere, dark and comfortable, the way a tavern should be. The full bar is great if you want to hang out and watch a game on tv too. Its a solid place in center city that I would definitely recommend .
(4)
Walter K.
Revisited. THe burger was noticeably better than my last visit. The beer list here is pretty good. They have one of the best happy hours, M-F 5-7 half priced drafts. If you visit for happy hour on Monday, you can also get a half priced burger, and you really can't beat that.
(3)
Kurt I.
Of all the places to swill down a beverage in the city of Brotherly Love, this one can easily be avoided. When I arrived, there were maybe 4 other people at the bar... at dinner time, on a weekend. Not a good sign. I was handed what appeared to be a dinner menu and I asked for the drink menu as well. The bartender sighed, and flipped the menu. Thanks guy. The menu is small, but looked ok. I ordered the veggie burger (one of two options for vegetarians). The bun could be for a brontosaurus burger. It was huge. I ended up tearing half of the bun off and tossing it - and I still had too much. The burger itself, was mushy, but had an OK taste, nothing special at all. In any other small town, this place would be three stars - but this is Philadelphia and we have a ridiculous amount of awesome places to eat and drink. I'll pass over this place next time.
(2)
M M.
This place had an awesome happy hour deal and the Mac and cheese was amazing! The crowd was diverse with people casually watching sports and others walking in after work in their business clothes. It was a good crowd. I will definitely return!
(5)
Jon Z.
Came here for beer week and had a great time here watching the nba finals and drinking some beers while trying out their eclectic menu. Their menu comes of interesting items like sea bass burger and mahi mahi hotdog?! The price was average and our waitress accomodated our group by changing the tv channel for one of the tv's to nba despite the phillies game being on. They also have some burger specials that are decent. Would go back again. Crowd is similar to your Irish Pub, McGillan's, Morarity's type.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Wed, Thu, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Drive-Thru : No Caters : No
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Rebecca Z.
First visit after their expansion... It was a busy night, about 20 minutes for a table but found seats at the bar. They had a good selection of beer. The lighting of the place was brighter than expected. They have multiple unisex bathrooms in the back of the restaurant. (I miss the old bathrooms tho). The food was alright. Its a place to come for the atmosphere with good friends to have a good time.
(3)kate j.
This is my favorite spot in Center City for after-work drinks. They have a great beer and cider selection and there is always a good crowd - usually young professionals looking to have a relaxed, fun time after the day is done. Be sure to look for "Ben Franklin" at the bar - the guy who plays Ben in the Old City tours rides his bike here for a drink every night!
(4)Allison B.
This review is based on the VEGGIE BURGER and the VEGGIE BURGER alone. Great burger, man. Ten times better than the one you'll get up the block at Good Dog, which you'll have to wait longer to receive and pay more money for. The patty is made up of roasted eggplant, zucchini and chickpea. It's lightly fried and reminded me of falafel in flavor and texture, which I was totally digging. It's topped with all the usual suspects, with the addition of bean sprouts, on a toasted challah roll. You can sub a side salad for fries at no extra charge and leave feeling a tad more healthy than usual. Next time my friends want some beer and some bar food, I'll be recommending Misconduct for sure.
(4)Gabrielle I.
First of all, they are know for their mac n cheese and its HELLA good. Creamy and flavorful and yummy. The burgers are hearty and delicious. A nice atmosphere, dark and comfortable, the way a tavern should be. The full bar is great if you want to hang out and watch a game on tv too. Its a solid place in center city that I would definitely recommend .
(4)Walter K.
Revisited. THe burger was noticeably better than my last visit. The beer list here is pretty good. They have one of the best happy hours, M-F 5-7 half priced drafts. If you visit for happy hour on Monday, you can also get a half priced burger, and you really can't beat that.
(3)Kurt I.
Of all the places to swill down a beverage in the city of Brotherly Love, this one can easily be avoided. When I arrived, there were maybe 4 other people at the bar... at dinner time, on a weekend. Not a good sign. I was handed what appeared to be a dinner menu and I asked for the drink menu as well. The bartender sighed, and flipped the menu. Thanks guy. The menu is small, but looked ok. I ordered the veggie burger (one of two options for vegetarians). The bun could be for a brontosaurus burger. It was huge. I ended up tearing half of the bun off and tossing it - and I still had too much. The burger itself, was mushy, but had an OK taste, nothing special at all. In any other small town, this place would be three stars - but this is Philadelphia and we have a ridiculous amount of awesome places to eat and drink. I'll pass over this place next time.
(2)M M.
This place had an awesome happy hour deal and the Mac and cheese was amazing! The crowd was diverse with people casually watching sports and others walking in after work in their business clothes. It was a good crowd. I will definitely return!
(5)Jon Z.
Came here for beer week and had a great time here watching the nba finals and drinking some beers while trying out their eclectic menu. Their menu comes of interesting items like sea bass burger and mahi mahi hotdog?! The price was average and our waitress accomodated our group by changing the tv channel for one of the tv's to nba despite the phillies game being on. They also have some burger specials that are decent. Would go back again. Crowd is similar to your Irish Pub, McGillan's, Morarity's type.
(4)Andrew K.
This is an underrated bar in the city. I always thought their commercials on TV were pretty tacky, but stopped in this past weekend to check it out. We arrived at the tail end of Happy Hour. The place was pretty crowded and it took a few minutes for us to get seated. We asked our waitress to change the closest TV to the Phillies game, which she immediately took care of. Drink specials and selections were plentiful. After we ordered beers, we ordered chicken fingers and fries. After I put my order in, I had a bit of menu-remorse, as chicken fingers and fries at a bar are usually of the precooked frozen variety. To our surprise, when the food came out, the chicken fingers had been homemade and breaded in house, and the fries were fresh cut. They came with honey mustard and bbq sauce, both of which were very flavorful. All in all, I was very pleased with my experience and will be returning. It's very affordable and a great place to catch a game or just hang out.
(4)Harris A.
Don't eat here. You will get sick. Try talking to the manager and you'll get nowhere.
(1)pracheta t.
I'm not sure why i've gone here more than once. food is mediocre at best and the last time i went - whoa - awful service. our waitress tried to force my little brother to sit at a different table (by himself) bc he is under 21 and we all had drinks. found that REALLY bizarre and it's a good thing the fi was able to make her see how ridiculous she was acting because i wouldn't have been as nice. Oh - this was at 1pm on a Saturday. needless to say, def not going back.
(1)Vinny P.
I have to give it up big for this place. I love it. I used to live really close to it but now that I moved, I really miss it. I have never had a bad experience here. I rank their burger among my top 4 burgers in Philadelphia. I only have a top 4 because I haven't found a great 5th burger yet, but I'm always in search of it. They have a very good rotating beer selection. Some of the more obscure beers can get on the pricier side but that can happen anywhere. I feel like this is a really good, honest, neighborhood bar. I have not had their bloody mary. I want to. They infuse their vodka behind the bar with jalapenos, black pepper and lemon. I tried the vodka straight once and it was really good. I would only have a bloody mary at brunch and they don't really serve brunch. I believe their kitchen opens at 11 and their normal bar menu is available. If you have friends coming into suburban station, this is an easy place to meet up with them. If you have friends coming up or down the broad street line, this is very convenient for them too. It's a great spot to head to before or after a phillies game and I was even here for one of the 2010 blizzards. Like I said, I've never had a bad time at this place. One cool thing is that they don't have a ton of tvs but each one has a sign that says what game they will be showing and when. It also says "seat yourself appropriately." I like this because then you don't have people trying to get the channel changed when you're watching a game. On Sundays, they have specials to go with football. I like that of the specials I've had it was usually done on a grill on the side alley next to the place. Oh, just don't order a martini here. It was less than stellar. Other than that, you're good to go.
(5)Monica S.
Last night was frigid and the streets were abandoned. It seemed everyone was wrapped in their snuggies at the precise moment when I was wandering the streets, looking for a warm bar to enjoy a neat bourbon. When my mate suggested Misconduct, I gave him a double-take. You mean the bar I've never really thought about patronizing? Since he's a man of fantastic taste, I obliged his suggestion and on we trudged. I ordered my Maker's, he went with Knob and after the kind bartender informed us of half price burgers, we got one of those too. I'm a total snob when it comes to burgers (there's a bun to meat ratio that needs to be adhered to) and theirs was fantastic. So good that I'd say it's one of the top 5 simple sandwiches I've had in the city. Next time I'm hanging out with a bar snob of a friend, I'll suggest this place, it's unexpectedly awesome.
(4)Kim W.
Love this place! Always great beer, food is comfort food to die for! My favorite so far is the guacamole grilled cheese. They also have a variety of Mac and cheeses. My new favorite thing is their edamame, which is soaked in beer and red pepper chili flakes soooo tasty!
(4)Susan C.
Nice beer selection. Food is good especially the oysters.
(3)Lindsay D.
Super Bowl Sunday was SO well executed at Misconduct. The wait staff was unbelievable, the food came out delicious, hot, and quickly. We had wings which were just ok, nothing special and they left hem whole (wing and drummer piece together) which makes it messier then usual. Their bacon Mac and cheese is OUTSTANDING. Creamy, melty, delicious goodness! Mmmmmmmm! Misconducts French onion soup is the best in the city, true story. It's rich and brothy, such great flavor without a gross amount of cheese and the cheese that was on it was bubbly and melted. SO good! We also ordered a French dip and a chicken pesto wrap, both were fine, nothing to write home about. I was so impressed with the service on such an epic night, great job Misconsuct!
(4)Meghan C.
A standard lunch spot for us - the beer selection isn't awesome but you can get some randoms; Avery was in there doing a tasting a few months ago and that was cool. I don't stray too far from the mussels or the grilled caeser but when I do, it's for the burger. They will cook it as rare as legally possible...one time I was there (and I'm there a lot that's why this is funny) and I ordered the burger and the owner came out with a raw beef patty and said, "is this right, Meg??" That's the reason I like to come here - most of the time the service is really friendly and attentive. The bar is gorgeous and ESPN is on every station - how could you not dig this place? Oh, and the onion rings are REEEEDICYOUUUUULOUS.
(4)Ayoola T.
Maybe my standards are high but I work not to far from this place and ran in for a lunch time salad. I like many others have heard that the food here is good. I have had the chicken fingers from here before they where really good but took forever to come out. The place wasn't crowded on that occasion. Today I was in before the lunch time rush. Ordered an arugula duck salad $11. Waited a half hour and my To-go salad came with a hand full of greens (maybe 6 mouthfulls) and luke warm bland tasting duck. Took it back and the bartender made it seem like it was ok for me to eat Luke warm salad. Went to a soup and salads chain not to far and paid less for an abundance of tastier food.
(2)Jennifer T.
One of my favorite places to hang out and watch the game! Great food and always attentive service regardless how busy it is. Last Saturday I had Aisling as my waiter, after seeing a recent review I felt I had to write my own. The bar was packed and she was not only extremely attentive but made great suggestions and pushed through the crowds of ppl to make sure we got our meals and drinks quickly. Really sweet girl who worked hard to make sure we were comfortable despite how packed and rowdy it was.
(5)Tim H.
The overall bar is nice and clean. The bathrooms are clean. The waitstaff is friendly. The ony probably is that the food is pretty mediocre. My fiance and I had the french onion soup, a ceaser salad, chicken skewers, and the pork with broccoli rabe sandwich. It wasn't the worst meal I've ever had, it just wasn't good enough to make me want to come back. For the amount of money and location, you're probably better off going to Good Dog or Monks.
(2)Chris C.
This is a nice little bar with a good beer selection in both draft and bottle. The place is a long narrow space with a bar that runs almost the entire length. So there are a lot of spaces to sit available. They also have some small tables and a large booth on the back wall for large parties. My only issue with the place is the kind of cheesy/lame nautical theme. I feel like I'm in a place that bought up the old fixtures from a Red Lobster or some other terrible restaurant. The service was a little slow, but only because it seems like they never have enough waitresses on duty if your at the tables. Service at the bar is much quicker. All the staff are knowledgeable about the beer selections and are very friendly.
(4)Autumn E.
Snacks are smallllllllll but pricey! So if you think you're going to share a plate of _____, think again. These are for real snacks. But wow is this tavern food of mystery and wonder! I wish I worked right by it so I could try something new and exciting every day! We had the guac fries: salty and delicious, the lamb burger with cucumber sauce: a little too much garlic (but a massive patty), the french dip: absolutely incredible and stuffing, and the tilapia hot dog with beer cheddar sauce and caramelized onions: interesting, perfect consistency, and overall delicious (but hold some of the onions... too many). Also, the fries that came with the sandwiches were awesome. Oh, and I inhaled my caesar salad! It has a light fish oil taste to it. Overall, I would come back weekly to try out new hot dogs, but I'd definitely avoid the snacks in the future... not worth the price to me.
(4)Isabella L.
I don't really have much to say about Misconduct. It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal. However, what I did love about this place is the entree I ordered - grilled salmon with an arugula salad. Both were so delic. I would come back again. People love the mac and cheese as well. I went on an extremely slow night, and the service was still not great. The decor is kind of amusing.
(3)Steven C.
I only spent about 45 minutes in here but it was an enjoyable experience. The age group may have been a little bit older than mine but I wasn't bothered at all. I struck up a small and friendly conversation with a neighbor at the bar, joked around with the bar-tender, and enjoyed their great Happy Hour special. The interior looks like the inside of a boat and there are like 10 bathrooms all uni-sex, individual rooms well kept and squeaky clean.
(4)Beth R.
It's a nice bar inside. Lots of wood panels, some photos of old ships (keeping with the mild nautical theme), very clean (including bathrooms which are impressively clean - see I knew it was possible!). I've been a few times, and it's usually not so crowded that you can't find a table or barstool. The crowd tends to be late 20s+, at least in my experience. Due to the prime center city location, beer and wine by the glass are a little pricey.
(3)Esther H.
My first time in Philly and my friend brought me here for dinner. Killer bangers and mash and a Mahi Mahi hot dog. Amazing food and the service was good too. It is quite small so as it got a little later and people were crammed inside it got just a bit cramped (and we were there on a Wednesday night...how busy must this place be on the weekeneds?!).
(4)Noah S.
My girlfriend and I wandered into this bar while spending a weekend in Philadelphia. We were struck by the unfriendliness of the staff, and my girlfriend, who is black, felt acutely uncomfortable. We have been together for years and this is the first time that she really wanted to leave a place. I paid for the beer/tip with cash under the empty glass, went to the bathroom, and then left. One of the servers followed us out into the street and accused me of not paying for the beer. I explained that I had left the money before using the bathroom. He did not apologize until I asked him to do so and then it was obviously insincere.
(1)Andy B.
Misconduct Tavern has one of the underrated happy hours in the city, offering their entire draft beer list at 1/2 off from 5-7. The cocktails aren't going to be mistaken for one of the bespoke cocktail bars, but they are pretty good, especially at the happy hour price point. PLUS, one of the best french dips in the city. A lot of TV's and it's a good place to catch any sporting event.
(4)Marie D.
I've enjoyed Misconduct on two very different occasions: 1- One night, Mom and I wanted a drink and it's pretty close to her house. Cutely, she admitted she'd always wanted to check it out. So we went and bonded as I enjoyed very skinny, cripsy, delicious fries with a tangy sauce, and a beer I'd never had before (a black IPA. Liked it.). Chardonnay and calamari went on Mom's half of the tab, whose tastes are very different from mine. Dad stopped by a bit later and sipped a scotch. 2- After an elongated happy hour elsewhere, I stopped in to meet my gf and for more fortification in the form of buttermilk chicken tenders and those irresistible fries. And anytime Avery Maharaja is on draft you can bet I'm drinking it. GF had salad and seltzer - the wiser choice being that we would be headed to Miami in a few hours. Similarities between these unique visits: very attentive service, lively crowd, a roster of food and drinks that appeal to all tastes, highly enjoyable.
(4)sharon p.
Stopped in for a meal prior to Kimmel Center show. Average food. I've never been in such a LOUD place! Actually found myself eatting faster so I could leave. Forget hearing the waitress or anyone you are sitting with. If you want big screen tvs, beer, and screaming at the top of your lungs- this is your place.
(1)Brian Y.
I went here with a few friends for the first time following our last day of midterms. Waitresses are few but they do come around quite often to offer you a refill of your beverages. Which was quite nice, but not much connection with them as a different waitress would come around every time and ask us what the previous waitress had asked us about 3 minutes ago. Beer selection is a little sparse, but not bad, considering there were a few good IPAs on the list. For the meal I chose an IPA called Loose Cannon triple hop IPA, very floral and not too dark, but had that characteristic bitter and hoppy taste that I look for when drinking IPAs. Foodwise, I got a Chicken Mac and Cheese and a Duck hot dog. The chicken mac&cheese was AMAZING, I had read reviews on this item and heard really great things, I must say they were quite correct. Cheesy, Gooey, and the mozzarella on top gave it a nice chew along with the chicken and elbow macaroni. The hotdog was very...interesting, in a good way. I will admit this is my first time trying a hotdog made of something other than beef or pork, I will say that I am impressed, a toasted bun, a nice steamy duckdog with greens underneath of the dog and piled about an inch high on top of the dog with what tasted like housemade ginger-kraut sortof item. It was quite tasty nonetheless. The rest of my party also got Mac and Cheese since thats what we had come to try, although a member of my party also got an order of dry rub wings, which were decent and a fairly good size for a wing, However, was so salty which was a slight turn off for me. It was the last thing I ate though so the bitter and strong taste of the IPA was able to wash it right off. The reason why I didn't give this restaurant 5 stars is the lack of the drinking options for the rest of my party, the cost of the cocktails, and the fact that the dry rub wings were...okay...next time I will have to give the French Onion soup a try as raved about by Lindsay D. below. Definitely will be back with a friend who loves him some good mac and cheese.
(4)Andrea T.
The food is disgusting. The manager in a very condascending manner explained to three jewish girls what cured salmon meant, when my two friends ordered salmon expecting steaks not pieces of "cured salmon" HELLO ITS CALLED LOX! get off your misconducted train and call it what it is! The only cool thing is I left my fleece and when I went back a few days later they had it in the lost and found.
(1)Sean G.
Everytime I walk into Misconduct Tavern, I'm chanting in my head with excitement... Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Food/ Drinks: 4.0 stars Good bar food. Great Mac and Cheese platter. I highly recommend trying the Mac and Cheese. I got it with Sun Dried Tomtatoes and Chicken and it was delicious Definitley a step above its competition in the quality ingredients served in their food. Good appetizers that go well with the bountiful beers on tap and of course they make a mean Dark and Stormy. Definitely one of my favorite chill local spots. Ambiance: 4.0 stars The restaurant and bar are clean. The decor isn't overly cheezy and the lighting is refreshingly bright. This is a great bar to eat, drink, and watch your favorite sporting events. Location: 4.0 stars Price: 3.5 stars A little overpriced. If the prices were a little bit more affordable, this place would be top notch in my book. Service: 4.0 stars The bartenders are attentive, fast and considerate. It's always nice when you feel like someone is making a genuine effort to make sure you are taken care of. Overall: 4.0 stars Come for drinks, stay for dinner, watch some games, talk to some people... its all good at Misconduct Tavern... Dark-'N-Stomry... Dark-'N-Stormy...
(4)Aaron B.
This is my go to spot for Sunday football. The TV setup is great and they are generally very organized and have each TV clearly labeled with what game will be on it. This is a pub but the menu is pretty creative. You will find delicious non-traditional items such as steamed edamame, avocado fries, Pear and Brie Wrap, and a lamb burger to go along with your traditional pub items. The food is pretty consistent but I was surprised by their wings. They use the large wings that have the wing and the leg still connected. In my experience this makes for a fattier hard to handle piece of chicken. I assume there must be some people that prefer this style of wing, but I have never met any of them.... their Chicken tenders on the other hand are fantastic! Buttermilk battered and perfectly fried. I had two orders of these the last time I was there. Their fries are also delicious and served with a very flavorful smoky chipotle aioli. The service here is very good and the space including the restrooms are very clean. They do a great job!
(4)Isaac T.
Everything is decent, nothing special - mac and cheese is good not great
(3)Horatio J.
Good burgers and they really know how to make an Old Fashioned.
(3)Alie A.
Good stuff. They know what they are good at, so the menu is fairly basic, but everything is great from the crab cake sandwiches to pull pork (the best) with egg..original and amazing..to their veggie burgers. Lively crowd but not too loud..great energy. The fried avacado and their chipotle mayo sauce will clog your arteries but make your tummy happy.
(4)Niyant S.
We decided to check this place out the other night for dinner. We were in the mood for something casual/low key, but still good, and we found the right place. Misconduct was featuring some rare beers on tap for beer week, but while I wasn't in the mood for any of these, they had many bottled beers to chose from. The food here was definitely great for a dive-esk type of bar. We ordered their mac-n-cheese for appetizer, and what is great about this is you can customize it! We ordered ours with mushrooms and garlic, and between the two of us we devoured it. For dinner, my girlfriend got their veggie burger, which was very good, and, in her opinion, better than the one they make at Good Dog. I was in the mood for some really good wings, and was hoping Misconduct delivered, and boy did they! Their buffalo sauce was actually legitimately spicy, and it came with plenty of bleu cheese and celery. All in all, this a good option for food and drinks, and location wise it is a bit out of the way but still close to lots of other bars/restaurants in Center City.
(4)Donna W.
Love their delicious and customizable mac and cheese :) And the avocado fries!
(4)Jillian P.
Service: great. Beer list: impressive. Food? Flat-out: don't put mac-n-cheese on a menu if I can get it better for 1/2 the price at the grocery store. Go for beers with acquaintances--beer list is nice and bar snacks okay-- but I wouldn't bring a date. Or family.
(2)Amanda G.
I would give this place 5 stars, but they took the crab and artichoke bruchetta off the menu and I was highly disappointed. My husband and I would make trips here JUST for that. God, it was so good. Cheesy and crabby and...delicious. BRING IT BACK REGULARLY!!! Anyway, other than that, this place is great. A wide selection of drinks, plenty of seating at the bar, inside, and outside (weather permitting). The grilled ceasar salad was a surprise - I never thought I'd like a grilled salad, but it was very good. The grilled cheese and burgers are good. Everything here is good, you can't go wrong here. But I do wish that bruchetta was back on the menu...
(4)Angela J.
Stopped in here after a fun World Cup party on Sunday, and had a great time! Service was very speedy, and the french fries are AH-MAZ-ING...I could have eaten like three plates full. The burger was also delicious, and served a TRUE medium, not the "you can order a medium but we'll still give it to you well done" that you end up getting at so many other places. I wasn't in the beer mood, but their beer selection looked great...can't wait to check it out on my next visit. Oh, and also, love that it's so close to the PATCO stop...
(4)Stephy S.
Had dinner here with a friend. I am weirdly in love with the mason jars they serve their alcoholic beverages in...a nice touch. I got the Veggie Burger (pretty good for one i'd say!) and my friend got the Mac and Cheese (she raved). Good place to catch up, I wouldn't necessarily go here if I wasn't in the neighborhood. Had a clan of boisterous drunks at the bar which was a tad annoying and a tad entertaining.
(3)Sophie U.
Isabella L. pretty much sums it up with one sentence: "It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal." My mom wanted a burger but, to my sorrow, couldn't stand the noise and darkness of Good Dog. So we walked around the corner and happened upon Misconduct. Yeah yeah, I should know better than to walk into a place with a name like this. Did I really think it was going to be a TAVERN tavern? No. But were we hungry? Yes. This sports bar has no less than TEN flat-screen televisions. Is it huge? No. Can it justify having two televisions hanging above the table at which we were sitting? No. Overkill much? Goddammit. Our server was cool. Not in the hip sense, but in the frigid sense. Whatever, she was cordial. She seemed peeved that we only got water to drink, but I don't really give a shit. My mom ordered the burger (medium-rare) with Swiss cheese (the cheese is an extra 75 cents) and I got the Grilled Salmon BLT. We waited quite a while for our food to come out. In the meantime, our server was walking around near us but didn't bother to say anything like "Your food will be out shortly" or whatever else servers usually say. In fact, we felt pretty much invisible. Let me skip any bullshit transition and get to the food: the burger sucked; the meat was dry and overcooked. We mentioned it to our server when she came by to check on us, but my mom declined the offer to send it back. Mainly because she didn't want to wait any more for her food, but also because she didn't want to get her food back with any extra stuff on it. And me? Well, I'm just not convinced that whoever is in the kitchen knows how to cook meat. My salmon BLT was good. It comes on toasted brioche, which would have been fine if it weren't -sliced- brioche. First, the salmon was thicker than one slice of brioche. Second, brioche is already very soft and pretty crumbly; if you toast it too much, it won't last very long in sandwich form. Bottom line is, don't eat at a joint that uses Comic Sans on their menu. Just kidding, it's not the font; it's everything else. From my experience tonight and most other reviews I read, it looks like the staff's just too cool to serve you -- unless you're one of those douchebag meatheads who go there and talk loudly and flirt with the server just because you can. That's right, I said it; I got beef with the clientele as well.
(1)Alexa R.
My sister in law told me to give our server a one dollar tip, which I did not do out of principle, but I agreed that that is what should have been done. We stopped in after the Phillies game last night and were hoping to find a cozy place with good food. We ordered nothing complicated: three burgers (one veggie) , fried calamari and French onion soup. It took 40 minutes. We asked our server to check on it, which she may or may not have done. It was all very strange. At one point, after nicely pouring my husband's beer into his pilsner glass, she tossed a can of beer to my brother-in-law who also had ordered a beer. My veggie burger and salad were fine, but nothing great. I wish the service and food were better because they have great TVs.
(1)Tiffanie B.
Misconduct is my go-to place for moderately priced, reliable bar food. During spring & summer, they offer a delicious basil-lemonade: lemonade, muddled basil & vodka, served in mason jars! At 10 bucks a pop, they're a bit pricey, but you can grab them for half price during the 5-7pm happy hour. The only food I've ever eaten here is their burger; no complaints. Served on a delicious, buttery, toasty bun, cooked to order, and served with either a side of fries or mixed greens salad. The fries here are my idea of perfection; crispy, lightly salted, and a few burnt ones thrown in for good measure (my favorite). They used to serve the fries with an aioli, but on my last visit, they did not have it. If you're a vegetarian, the veggie burger has received rave reviews from friends. During nice weather, this is a great spot for sitting outdoors and sharing a unique cocktail, while people watching or catching a Phils game. PS: For all of you sports fanatics, they have flat screen televisions outside!
(4)Julianna K.
Bland food. Overpriced. Ridiculously slow service. Too dark for the day time. That's it.
(1)Jaime K.
Just tried the wings - FANTASTIC. Get them with the dry rub.
(5)christina j.
We checked this spot out last night for drinks & to meet up with some people. I had the basil lemonade and just loved it - crisp, refreshing and I could definitely taste the basil. Kudos on the mason jar. Worth every penny and a perfect cocktail for the last days of summer and maybe a few days there after too. My beer buddy seemed to be have fun trying out some beers and was pleased with the options available. A pumpkin beer was sampled but then tossed aside for sweetness - better for after dinner or if you were just having 1.
(3)Ally G.
Create your own Mac & Cheese?! Cool! I really liked this idea of Misconduct Tavern's... They offer their Homemade Mac & Cheese with about 15 different ingredients you can choose from to incorporate into your Mac & Cheese. I went with tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, portobello mushrooms, and chicken. My lunch mate just went with the sausage. Wow, was I sure in for a treat! My dish was absolutely overflowing with yummy goodness. Chunks of mushroom and tender chicken... Nice crispy mozzarella cheese, baked on top... And a homey, light fondue sauce covering a lot elbow pasta. Definitely a very hearty meal. My only complaint is that with the more ingredients you choose, the more inconsistent the cheesy-ness was. My lunch mate's Mac & Cheese, with just the sausage, was a lot cheesier. Mine was somewhat runny, leaving something more to be desired. I think that inconsistency is due to the larger plate of Mac & Cheese you get with the more items you want in it. But would I come back and try their Mac again? Definitely... I might just go with 2 or 3 ingredients, instead of 5, or just try it plain! Oh and their chicken tenders have a very tasty kick to them too (the dipping sauce was awesome). Overall our service was ok and the place was clean. A nice place to grab a bite during the blizzard!
(4)JJ N.
Burgers are very good and so are the mussels. Mac and Cheese is awesome as well! Nice beer selection and you got to love a Basil Lemonade. Although they aren't quite the same without TOM not being there to make them any longer. Great spot to grab drinks and a bite to eat. Pretty good place to catch the game as well but get here early to get a seat!
(4)Lisa W.
I've walked past Misconduct many times on my way to and from the Patco and always thought, "hey, I should stop in there sometime." Well, sometime came and I was unimpressed. Looks like I'll keep walking on by.
(2)Rachel G.
Misconduct - the name is bad, but it is a great spot! This is the go-to place to watch any game. There are lots of TV's, and always a decent view from wherever you're sitting, even outside! They set up a small outdoor seating area with a TV! It's a very friendly atmosphere, and even when it's crowded you can still stand or sit at the bar and see with all those TV's in there. Lots of fun. Inside it's kinda charmingly cheesy with the nautical theme, but I like it. The food is so-so, but the scene is really about going to watch a game and have drinks. The fries were yummy with chipotle mayo, but over-salted. I had a special salad with duck, citrus over spring mix...eh. I know, why would I get duck...at Misconduct Tavern? It was a little bland and there was way too much fennel seed sprinkled on top. My friend got the mac n cheese with tomato...which looked dee-lish. Nice big portion size, too!
(4)Kat T.
I've been a Rittenhouse resident for several years now and only got a chance to go to this place this year. The food and drinks were excellent but I must say, the service was a TREMENDOUS disappointment. I've always gone with a group of 3 or more and in the handful of occasions that I have dined here, the wait staff have gotten our orders wrong or have given service as if they have a chip on their shoulder. Here's some specific examples of the poor service: -One of my friends ordered a Rosè and they were out of it. The waitress brings a glass of white Zinfandel to the table instead of asking my friend for her preference for a substitute. -During my most recent visit, the waitress rolled her eyes when we weren't ready to order yet. (We had only been there a few minutes and were just getting settled.) -The waitress swiped one of the cards three times because she kept putting in the wrong amounts. (Although they were voided, the holds stay on your card for a week.) I really like the ambiance (I love sailing and nautical things) and as I mentioned before, the food is pretty good. I tried really hard to give this place several chances by coming back a couple of times, but the last visit showed a trend of poor service. It's such a shame.
(1)Julia N.
I like this place's improbable nautical decor. It makes me want to hoist up the John B sails and find a wily whale to pursue, preferably in white. The beer list would be awesome in most cities but is kind of unremarkable for Philly. Your Bells and your Dogfishes can be had here. They seem to rotate the drafts frequently, so I can count on finding something good to drink here. The beer list and cocktails change with the season (hot boozy cider right now, for example) - I wish more places would do this. If you're looking for diet-busting bar food on a budget, this is the place for you. Vegetarian options (and they abound) include a hearty house-made veggie burger, a grilled cheese livened up with pepper relish, and fontina mac n cheese to which you can add a number of things (arugula, red pepper and roasted garlic for me, please). With lots of TV screens with sports on them, sometimes this place is packed to the gills with polo shirt types. I have yet to discern their migration patterns - sometimes I'll be sure this place will be a dudebro no go (Friday night at 8?) and it's merely humming and pleasant, and other times the flocks will descend unexpectedly. When it's quiet, though, this is a fine place to have a beer and a cheap dinner and dream of plying the wine-dark seas...
(4)Joey F.
My favorite place in Philly to stop for beer, food and just to hang out. Great beer selection every day. Foods are always good. Everything I've ordered from the menu is in my top five of all time for each food category. Burgers are great, my favorite french fries in the city, best chicken wings in the city hands down, french dip is amazing and on and on and on. I need to order their homemade hot dogs some day. Owner is great guy and a good laugh. Definitely worth going.
(5)Cetts C.
Don't go here to eat. Party of 5 and we all had something different. The medium rare burger was well done. The crab sliders were bland and mushy. The pork sandwich was so dry there was not enough beer to wash it down. Turkey and chicken wraps were eh and fries were old and gross. What a waste of money!!!!
(1)Jared G.
I'm on a Boat... Curved ceilings, varnished wood and brass make this place seem more like hanging out belowdecks on a sloop, without the inconvenience of actually being on water. However, you won't find tattooed pirates or Popeye in this place. Think more Newport than Norfolk. Good beer selection, good service, and their chicken caesar wrap is the best in the neighborhood.
(4)Matt L.
The interior is great, and so is the dipping sauce on the fries. nice beer selection (although a little pricey if you're not there at happy hour) Here are my beefs though: 1. This place is super close to where we live, and when my fiance goes there for take out (which she often does) it's met with either blatant indifference by the bartender or downright contempt. We're trying to give you money (and still tip, I might add), why are you so mean! 2. We went there the other day and the place was empty. 2 of the 4 folks were there, and when we told them we wanted a table for 4 we were told we needed our whole party. Forget the fact that the only other customers in the whole place were a party of 2, at a table with 4 charis. 3. I also had the smoked salmon sandwich referenced in one of these reviews. I love lox, I love salmon. This was the single worst thing I ate that year (2008). It was vile, no other word to describe it.
(2)Serge B.
Alright Misconduct, you've done it. I show up an hour before the Super Bowl to get a seat and hopefully a drink and what do you do? You have a complete menu special that includes appetizer, entree, and six beers from a decent pool of choices. All for $40. Food was amazing (osso bucco at a bar, really?), beers were great, and I was sitting at the bar the whole time. I've yet to have a bad outing here but last weekend was the clutchiest bar venture so far this year.
(5)Natalie K.
BEER IS EXPENSIVE HERE! Which is fine because it's good beer (albeit overpriced good beer). But if you're going to charge $9-$11 for a glass (not a pint) of beer, you might want to put the price on the menu. Especially if the beer in question is usually $5-$7 at other establishments. And if someone asks how much a beer costs, providing the beer list that doesn't include prices isn't very helpful. With that being said- If you order your beer during happy hour, you get a good deal (half priced drafts). The bartenders were also nice and attentive. I remember the salmon BLT being pretty awesome too.
(3)Chris P.
Meh exactly covers Misconduct in one syllable. Uneven, generally mediocre food. Fair beer selection and good wine choices, though the reds are often too warm. Odd mix of 20 somethings, lawyers and publishing types. Beautiful oak bar and odd nautical theme. The staff can be fun and friendly or bored and ignorant.
(2)Aaron T.
Ambiance is great if you're into a nautical theme.
(4)Doug C.
Misconduct is like your first long-term girlfriend. Maybe you swept her flaws under the rug but you'll always look back with fond memories. You've come across better matches since the two of you went your separate ways but you're always hoping to run into her and catch up. Anyway. This place occupies a good niche. It's a sports bar without being a douche bar. It has better food than your average bar but doesn't break the bank. Hardcore sports fans can rub elbows with hipsters and not wonder "what the hell is he/she doing here?" The servers and bartenders take pride in their work without coming off as pretentious or assuming. It has a fantastic rotating beer selection and plenty of bigger bottles like Saison Dupont, Theobroma, and an Imperial Porter (I forget the producer). It also has some nice wines by the glass like Malbec, Cotes du Rhone, and a Sangiovese. There's a reason why you'll generally see the same people here every night. It's also very popular among service staff in the center city area; definitely a good sign. Bottom line, it has a very chill atmosphere that's a result of the decor, people, and approach. Get the- French dip, burger, coleslaw (yes, really), grilled caesar, mac and cheese, chicken cheesesteak, and pear/brie sandwich. Avoid the- Mozzarella fundido (wtf). Other notes: Tuesdays are half-priced burger night and they usually have some kind of beer special (meet the brewer, tapped firkin, etc.). During football season do the NFL club if you think you'll be there three or more times in the course of the season. Get on the mailing list so you can hear about things like this Phillies bus trip to D.C. coming up in April. That's all I got. See you on the boat.
(4)T D.
Definitely one of the best salmon burger I've ever had! I was a little dissapointed that they got rid of their fish burger, but decided to try the salmon burger and very happy about it. It has a really good portion of salmon, and nice dill sour cream topping. The waiter accidentally dropped a bit of my leftover and asked the chef to make a whole new burger, with the fries too! I had to come back 2 days later and ordered exactly the same thing:) The prices are very reasonable ($10), and they also make a really good duck dog that is served on a flat bun, which is quite filling.
(4)Mayra H.
2 stars off for misconduct. And what, you ask, were the offenses? -Service was a bit off. Slow, distracted, with a dash of attitude. -Our food was cold when we got it. Luke-warm fries are not tasty. Their saving grace? The burger. I asked for medium rare, and I got medium rare, to the disgust of my fellow diners (not my fault they like cardboard). The meat was properly seasoned. Although this, too, was lukewarm. While sitting there I learned that Tuesday's are half-off burger days. I may come back on a Tuesday to conduct further analysis.
(3)Alex K.
I rolled through Misconduct earlier this week for lunch. I was by myself (loser, yes I know...), and stumbled across it while in the neighborhood getting quotes for a print job I need done. My friends highly recommended their burgers, but I couldn't even find it the first time I tried to check it out. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I guess it's not too inconspicuous, but I am kind of confused that I know the neighborhood pretty well and had only just found it almost by accident. The late lunch crowd was pretty thin, but I opted to sit at the bar and watch some sports center. It looked like a great place to go watch the game with a few buddies, chow down on burgers and have a couple of brews. Felt slightly bro bar but whatever, I was there for lunch, at least it didn't smell like a bro bar. In fact I liked the decor a lot, it was some sort of adaptation of the inside of a sailboat. THE FOOD/DRINKS: I ordered a lunch burger, the size of which was very surprising. I expected much bigger, and wasn't entirely satiated. Even still, it was very good...I can see why my friends hold Misconduct's burgers in such high regard-- flavorful, juicy beef, perfectly-textured fried onions, and an ever-so-slightly toasted roll stacked high. I just wish it were a little bigger, but I learned that there is a larger burger, the lunch one I got was purposefully a bit smaller. I had a Franziskaner with my burger, a fine pairing, they appear to have a pretty comprehensive bar offering, one of these days I should go for dinner, get a burger the size I like, and then stay for some drinks. THE PRICING: Reasonable, but certainly not a cheap burger compared to other taverns...then again, most other taverns don't serve burgers like these. Same goes for the beer, I paid $20 (generous tip included) for lunch and was sort of still hungry shortly after. THE BOTTOM LINE: Well-worth checking out, delicious burgers. It doesn't take the cake for my favorite burger ever, but I can feel myself craving one as I finish writing this, which is a rare occurrence. Just make sure you don't miss it on the street if you've never been there before!
(4)Elizabeth D.
We have been to Misconduct more than a new times. Just to grab a bite to eat or wait for friends. For a bar, their menu is amazingly diverse. I really enjoyed a special they had - Grilled Mahi Mahi "Cheesesteak" with tomatoes, caramelized onions, and a beer cheese sauce on a Sarcone's roll. Great number of beers on tap. At least 8 televisions! Crowded on the weekends, but service was great. Overally, this is a nice spot to catch the game, and eat. I probably wouldn't recommend me this for cheap drinking though - the prices are a bit steep.
(4)Minh C.
For starters, Misconduct Tavern is one of the better bar food locations in the city. I wouldn't necessarily say it is anything special but the food there is pretty decent. My only real complaint is that it can get awfully crowded and hot inside. If you're claustrophobic, probably not the ideal place to be.
(4)Kate W.
I was so impressed by Misconduct Tavern and did not have very high expectations going in. I'm a huge sucker for great service and that was definitely what I experienced here last night. As soon as my boyfriend and I walked in around 9:30 on a Friday during a Phils game, the place was pretty full. There was a hostess standing at the front and she told us she could get us a table without too long of a wait since we were only a party of 2. But she said, while we wait she'll grab us some drinks from the bar. So she let us peruse the menu a little bit and then brought us 2 Kenzingers really quickly while we just stood around the bar watching the game. After watching the game for probably 10-15 mins we were approached again and brought to our table, The service was so quick as we ordered the Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta to start.. ammmazzzingg, god it was so good. The collection of servers quickly get refilling our drinks, clearing plates, we placed our order for dinner which was their Grilled Cheese (add prosciutto) and I had the grilled caesar salad... now my boyfriend loved his grilled cheese and their fries, I am seriously obsessed with that grilled caesar salad. Two halves of fresh Romaine grilled, with fresh Caesar dressing drizzled across the top and Parm cheese, great croutons. Wow. After we closed out our check at the table we went over to the bar and got a seat. I saw they had Root behind the bar and have been wanting to try it for so long so asked the really nice bartender if he could make me something with it. He made up a drink for me with consisted of all kinds of things but I only was able to identify him pouring in Root and Bourbon. Coming from someone who didn't think they even liked Bourbon before that drink.. i loved it! Misconduct really surprised me, fantastic food, great service, fun atmosphere, I will definitely be back.
(5)Stephen H.
So true to their nautical theme, they serve food reminiscent of an 18th century whaling ship. Go for the hardtack. An extra star for not being busy during dinner hours.
(3)JEAN S.
Recent visits have been better. The food here actually is pretty good and as long as they aren't busy, service is improved. Beer list changes often.
(4)Jeffrey M.
This poofter slip has sunk in the wake of its own frruity spasm
(4)M M.
Hung out here for a couple of hours to watch a game with my wife and friend a this week. No problem with the nautical them. The place looks pretty cool. It's very clean which is not the case in every bar around here. Had one of the best veggie burgers ever. It was not a frozen processed puck of garbage. Definitely home made and fresh. Served on a delicious challah roll. Damed fine fries too! I really wanted to try the mac & cheese but couldn't convince my wife to order it....I saw a few go by and it looked amazing. Service was fast and friendly. We will definitely be back many times!
(4)Natedogg G.
Great center city bar that is slightly off the beaten path. Great food...burgers are especially amazing. Most of the sandwiches are fantastic. Fun for a night out with friends to watch a game because you might actually be able to get a table and good service. Very good alcohol and beer selection.
(4)Lowie T.
great place for a late night bite when everywhere else is closed and you don't want to go to a diner. the kitchen is open until 1am, and it hardly gets too crowded. their mac and cheese is decent, creamy and the elbow macaroni is ever so sightly al dente. the burgers are pretty good here too. there is nothing stellar overall about misconduct, but i always find myself back here when we've run out of ideas of where to go for a bite after 12a in this area. and in philly, there aren't too many options. their beer selection here will satisfy any beer drinker (not including you light beer drinkers!), and the vibe is very casual & low key.
(3)Lee S.
I had my doubts about misconduct tavern due to a 5 minute visit involving a bar crawl and some red headed sluts (the shot!). This preconceived notion turned out to be totally wrong. I had a great time. Was there for a birthday.... called 10 minutes ahead for seating, we walked in and they had a table for 15 waiting for us but the place was full minus our table. The waitress started taking our drink order from a vast slection of bottled beer and some draft. She stated she was new, only been there a week... this could have been a bad sign. It wasn't we enjoyed great service, never had to wait for a drink, the waitress was attentive and we enjoyed ourselves. Not to mention that had great food. Most of us ordered the mac and cheese, you could have it plain, or with a variety of toppings ranging from tomatoes, crabmeat, garlic, bacon, mushrooms, etc. Some of the other in our party had the burger, veggie burger, and chicken fingers. There wasn't a complaint in the place only sighs of delight over their french fries. They were even nice enough to accommodate my friend who wanted turkey added to the brie and pear sandwich. Overall it was a great experience and if they can handle a rowdy party of 15, they should be able to handle anything. I would highly recommend it to anyone who asked... yummm :o) Side Note: They did not add a gratuity for our party of 15, I know some people prefer it when they don't add a gratuity, so I thought it was worth mentioning
(4)Elizabeth S.
So...I would still to keep the 3 star rating. I've been back to Misconduct and yet again had the mac and cheese...this time, in it's pure natural state - no add-ins. But, it wasn't as good as the first time around, and I think it had to do with the fact that I ate it AFTER I had the mac and cheese at the South Philly Taproom...there's really no contest. Though, this dish is still good at Misconduct, the Taproom won me over and now has first place in my belly.
(3)dave p.
My friend who lives nearby took me to lunch insisting the burger is the best in town. I ordered medium rare and got medium rare! The burger was great and came with fries. Then he tells me on Monday's they are only $5. What a deal all day Monday! I'll be back for Monday lunch for sure. The beer slection was good too, I had Sly Fox 113 Pale Ale on tap and saw them tapping Bell's Two-Hearted Ale. Small glasses for $5 was kind of expensive though. btw, don't expect to find on the street parking, this is Center City afterall.
(4)Joey M.
Eh. You're typical upper class bar. Can't comment on food because I've only had the wings (they were decent) but atmosphere and drink selections are typical. Fun non-confrotational place to go if you just want to have some drinks and enjoy just another crowd in Philadelphia.
(3)John P.
Me and my family came here after we had seen Bronx Tale play. I really liked the decor. Pictures of sloops on the walls and port and starboard lights when you walk in. We went there and got something to eat which was good. But, the main reason I wanted to go there was because I heard they had dark and stormy's (combination of dark spiced rum and ginger beer) This is not something you can find everywhere. Anyway I'd def go back here in a pinch if I ran out of goslings and ginger beer.
(4)Meg B.
I love this place. Best place to go by far when you're looking for a late night snack that doesn't involve a dingy diner or a slice of pizza. The food is by no means standard bar food. Get the crab bruchetta or the truffle grilled cheese and you will be very satisfied. In terms of the bar, it's a great place to sit back, relax and catch a game, or talk amoungst friends. I highly reccomend checking this place out!
(4)Coco D.
You could probably pick up a really great asshole with bad shoes and a blue buttondown here about whom you could agonize over after he never calls you again. I'm not that into that, hence the mediocre rating.
(3)nico t.
i'm picky. i hate noise and like good food. i know, what's my problem? i've been searching for a decent place to watch the NBA playoffs. yes, for some reason my life-long obsession with pro basketball has endured every attempt by the league to repel me. alas, i do not own a tv, so i'm forced to seek a public venue for viewing. misconduct has been my latest location of choice. they have bright, shiny tvs and reasonably accommodating staff. unlike other bars that will remain nameless (for now... muhahaha), they will actually tune a tv on something other than philly teams even when said teams are playoffing themselves. for this, they get a bonus star. the second star is for scrumptious fries, made from potatoes grown in heaven, cultivated by buddha himself, harvested by the grim reaper (he's got the tools, he's got the talent), and prepared i can only presume through some dark pact with netherworld demons. oh, and a side of some mysterious sauce, which is two parts mayo and one part pizzaz. the third star results from a moderately quiet atmosphere most nights. i measure this simply by my ability to hold a conversation with someone at my table without having to yell. i stop at three stars because the rest of the menu has been lackluster, as others have observed already. i am further frustrated by a distinct lack of vegetarian dishes. sure, there are basic salads, grilled cheese, and mac & cheese, but none of them really stand out. once i had vegetable barley soup, which was memorable, but merely a soup du jour. in summary, reasonably useful for sport-viewing and french-fry-munching (which work quite well together, actually), but otherwise take a hike elsewhere.
(3)Amanda W.
If you are into beer (I am not) then you'll love this place. Tagged along with a few friends who came specifically a type of beer (don't ask me what kind...I have no idea.) It was a Tuesday night but there were a few tables in the place. Service was good...i would expect it to be with only 20 people in the place. Place is clean, nicely decorate. Have heard the food is good but haven't had a chance to check it out myself. A liiiitle on the pricey side.
(3)Lori R.
A group of friends and I stopped by Misconduct to get one last drink for the night. They had some of the best mac n cheese I've ever eaten at a restaurant, a decent beer selection, and interesting cocktails - we tried the alcoholic basil lemonade. I plan to go back for dinner soon.
(4)Andrew J.
It's great that this place serves food so late on the weekends! The chx fingers I got were good, and the french onion soup my girlfriend had was met with a good review also. The bar is nice inside, a good place to have friends meet you out for a drink and a late night bite to eat.
(4)Allison K.
The last time I was in Misconduct for happy hour (the best time to go as the specials are on point) the streets were dark, cold, and full of slushy used-to-be snow stuff. Given the elements, naturally, I inquired after some Irish Coffee. While I've managed to find the perfect mojito (at Amada, btw), I have yet to find the best Irish Coffee stop in town. Anyway, I was told "Why, yes, Irish Coffee, no problem, " and then received a mug of pitch-black stuff with a tossed-off, "This has Jameson in it, did you want a shot a Bailey's?" Um... yes, lady, if you're not going to serve it proper (with sugar and cream on top) then bring me the Bailey's. To be fair, bring it she did. Two shots worth. So suddenly one booze = three boozes. Would have been better if there was room in the glass to add it, and if the glass wasn't actually glass so it stayed warm... However, points to the server for reheating the drink for me so I could finish it at the correct temperature. And, again, one booze = three boozes. So, there you have it - not perfect, but not too shabby either.
(3)M W.
meh, fall cosmos on the menu but they don't seem to have them. beer seems a bit pricey. I wouldn't refuse to go here, but i wouldn't suggest it.
(2)Elisabeth W.
Great Veggie Burger which can be hard to find in philly. Good beer selection and good vibe.
(5)chris p.
this is a popular local bar, clean and friendly staff, however the food was mediocre. i ordered the grilled vegetable appetizer. It included one small mushroom, sliced grilled carrots and a few thinly sliced zucchini. They charged $11 for this small plate. It looked like they just pulled together anything left in the refrigerator and threw it on the grill... next time i'll order a burger.
(2)Michael L.
was there in dec 2008 was good food and drinks were good its very pricey but good its got a great location and the name ya can remmber it
(3)Don N.
Ended up watching the Euro Cup championship here since the other bars we tried to go to were too packed. This place was about 3/4 full and had plenty of TVs so it was a nice place to watch the game. The place seems a bit pricey for the quality/portions of food being offered. Pretty good beer selection but most places in this area have as good a selection, they do have some interesting choices on tap. Seems like they try to hard to make what is basically a standard pub something a little more classy. The service was a little slow and the place wasn't more than 3/4 full. I'd probably choose other places over this but it's not a bad place to catch a game or have a couple beers and a quick meal. However, there are definitely better opportunities within short walking distance of Misconduct.
(3)Vince L.
This placed was PACKED on a tuesday night. My coworker and I needed a place to watch the celtics/lakers game and stumbled upon this place. The burger was amazing. Best part about the burger had to be the bun, it was warm and toasty but yet still soft, i don't know how that possible but they did it. Also, apparently we came during beer week so we tried the flight of beers, which was good but not worth the price.
(4)Jessica W.
Solid neighborhood bar. Food is better than Fado across the street. There are plenty of nice HD TVs which makes this place great to watch a game. It's always clean and waiters are pleasant. Great beers are always on tap. My only complaint is that there are no prices on the beer menu so the bill is always a surprise.
(3)Christopher R.
Consider that a 3+ stars. Under normal circumstances, I'd go for four stars, but for the area, I need to distinguish it. The beer list was okay but they could try harder. I had a Avery IPA and a Dogfish Head Raison D'etre, both of which are good, but neither of which I would call especially adventurous. One dining companion ordered a Victory Donnybrook Stout, which he judged as towards the end of the barrel. We all ordered the lunch-portion burger, which has a phenomenal price-to-quantity value. Not the best burger I've had but definitely very good. We were all satisfied with our choices. What really stands out, though, are the pickles. The spice of that brine is off the chart! They were actually so good that I asked our server for more pickles, and when they arrived, my dining companions also partook. If they served them as coins instead of spears, they would make an amazing bar snack. Highly recommended, though not as a first choice.
(3)S P.
Got this place from a co-work as a good place to stop at for happy hour before jumping on the train. Price are decent for part of town and they have a good selection of beers and seasonal drinks. They are known for their mac and cheese, and they delivered. Will not stop by without ordering it. Wait staff is good, they are usually very buy after work but not a long wait and it is nice in the summer to get a little bit of the phils before heading home.
(4)Jessica M.
I cannot say enough good things about Misconduct. I have been a fan of this place as both a bar and a restaurant for years. I have been for lunch, happy hour, dinner, before games, to watch games....I have brought my friends and family here and everyone has loved it too. The food is delicious - burgers, mac-n-cheese (read any other review for more info - or just ask my sister!), salads, even their fish specials for us Lenten-observers. I have yet to order a dud here. Beer selection is great too. If you just want to stick to your Miller Lite you can get it here but also head to Misconduct for rarer finds and local brews. You will find it all here and you won't be disappointed. Most recently, I held an event at Misconduct and the owner and staff couldn't have been more helpful or generous. I really didn't have a thing to worry about, the gang there took care of it all and dealt with the craziness we brought in along with many children! I will continue to be a loyal patron here and will recommend and bring people back again and again. If you want a low-key, relaxed drink and some yummy food, head to Misconduct Tavern. Tip - check out their Twitter feed and FB page. They post specials all the time and list upcoming events! Enjoy!
(5)MaryAnn Z.
Meh is all I really have to say. I came here for happy hour with some coworkers. We had some food. It was fine. I dug the atmosphere enough, but the service was pretty bad for a bar that was only half full. We always were waiting on our server for beer refills, and nothing was over-the-top exceptional. I seriously wish I had more to say, but really, meh really sums it up.
(3)Michael S.
I was down in Philadelphia for the weekend and stayed near Rittenhouse Square. Upon arriving, I wanted to find a pub that would have a nice low-key atmosphere, a good beer selection, and some decent grub.
(4)Steven M.
Just went there for the first time to try something new other than Good Dog. I had heard pretty good whispers about this place and I think overall they were pretty spot on. We arrived and were pleased by the draft list. We avoided the specialty cocktails, since we felt those were targeted at the non-working crowd or the ladies. They have a nice draft flight where you can choose two 7oz drafts or 4oz for some of the choices. The menu looked good for a typical bar-burger joint. It was a little light on the meat-less options. I made it a point to never eat salads or veggie burgers when I switched over to a mostly plant-based diet. I don't want uninspired vegetable choices where the best you can do is either shape my food like meat or throw some stupid uncooked veggies together in the hopes of pleasing me. So I opted for the salmon burger and fries. The other dish on the table was the crab cake sliders. The food was very good. I'd rate the food about a 8/10. The only issue which caused me not to give it a 5th star for beer lunches was the long time between ordering and receiving our food. It was so long I was tempted to remove the 4th star. It took over 35 minutes from ordering to delivering. We sat down around 12:15 PM, we didn't have our food until 1 PM. I'm not going to completely write off the establishment based on one day, since we were told that a party of 10 had just come in before us. BUT we saw a party of 4 get their food before ours. So I don't completely buy that excuse. Overall, we'll be attempting this again. And hopefully the wait isn't as long. It's the one thing that really stuck out for us.
(4)Kate B.
Ahh, the MT. What started out as the unofficial waiting room for Good Dog (which is always suuper crowded, especially on Quizzo nights!) has quickly become a favorite in its own right. I first stumbled into Misconduct because I dug the name (who doesn't appreciate a little Misconduct?)...turns out Misconduct is actually the name of the owner's ship. Last I checked, Philly's not exactly a nautical capital...but whatever floats your boat. (Oh yes. I went there.) Anyway, Misconduct offers decent food, in a low-key setting, with an impressive beer list to boot. Last visit, I had the Misconduct burger (perfectly cooked, juicy, and with ah-maz-ing shoestring fries) and the Artichoke-crab-bruschetta -- I swear I thought I tasted heaven, and it tasted like artichoke and crab bruschetta. The beer list features all sorts of delicious rarities, like the Anchor Steam seasonals -- ON TAP! -- plus the ever-elusive 16-oz. Strongbow cider cans. The crowd is a good mix of hipsters, business professionals, and sports fans who wandered down from Fox & Hound -- I dig the variety, almost as much as the eats.
(4)Lea K.
The waitress was eh... kinda rude. She seemed annoyed that we came in for lunch. She and the woman bar tending could have been much nicer and the place was a little dark for lunch. The food was great. I had the veggie burger which i can't get out of my head. Could possible be my favorite veggie burger! Fries where also good perfect crunchiness. I decided that it would be a great place to watch a phillies game and hangout. Their beer selection was pretty good! My only negative was the staff other than that i loved it. So change your attitude cranky girl and this could have been GREAT! Try a sandwich and a beer and just watch the phillies do there thing!
(3)Alison O.
We had a good night here. We came in a minute after 7 and the bartender was nice enough to extend the HH beer special to us. I ordered the mussels which were ok (not the best here in the city), although I got a couple icky ones and they were kind enough to take them off the bill. I ate a few bites of the boyfriends burger and fries which were both delicious. For $10 it was a pretty good deal for the high quality the beef, it was cooked perfectly as well. The fries were thin and tasty, they could add some fancy aioli to make them really shine. We ordered the avocado fries too, and they were amazing. The bartenders were attentive and nice, and I think even gave us a beer on the house. I've been here once before and recall having a good meal then as well. The boyfriend commented that it was the perfect casual bar with good food, beer, and atmosphere. You can have a conversation, not too loud, and watch the game, and it's not crowded or overwhelming. We will be back for burgers and beers!
(3)Brian M.
Misconduct is growing on me. Not that I didn't like it before... it just never showed up on my radar as a place to go. But it's a laid back bar with pretty good food. I'm not a fan of the burger here - mostly because of the bun... but everything else I've had was great. They have killer fries, Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta is great, good chicken wings, great soups, and a mac and cheese that made me tear up a bit with joy. Beer menu isn't half bad... and comparatively it's not bad on pricing. Somehow I always get sucked into Fado across the street... but after my last tour in there I think I'm going to make this more of a regular spot.
(4)Christina E.
Went here for some beers with friends last night. The beer selection was pretty good, I can't complain. I didn't have any food, so I can only comment on my drinking experience. I didn't really see the decor since it was dark out and I'm colorblind. We ended up in the front vestibule/mini bar area waiting for a table from 11-12 AM on a Saturday, so I suggest coming earlier if you don't want to wait an hour like us. The waitress did serve us though, which was great.
(3)Jason O.
Let me preface this review saying the bar's entrance is 75 feet from my apartment door so I'm there a lot and probably not totally objective. Misconduct gets high reviews for their food. Mac and Cheese is unreal, great burgers, and decent food specials. The beer list gets 5 stars. Great belgians, IPAs and locals on tap + a crazy good bottle list. Try the dry rub wings, with sauce on the side, chopped. GREAT app. They have Sly Fox beer or Kensinger on special during all Phillies games for $3...great game specials! Service has been much better lately. Kinda hit or miss but improved from a year ago. Plenty of TVs to chill during a Phils game. A bit low-key for a real Eagles fan but they set-up a TV outside which is pretty cool on nice days. I would love to see another special or two...beers are expensive but typical for the neighborhood. Overall, I'm a fan. I was also here when the Phils won the World Series so it'll always be "special".
(4)Joshua S.
Misconduct's, I happily give you a four. You are a good place. I've been to you for beers and sports (The best games are on and the brews are ice cold and filled again before you get to the foam). I've been to you for late night cocktails (Your martinis were top notch and that is a tall order to fill). I've been to you for your awesome burger. Although it is kind of douch-y to advertise the best burger in the city, yours is one that I crave and definitely up there on the list. It is impossible to claim best anything in a such a competitive and opinionated city, but I must say bravo for the burgers you are currently pounding out. I like your crowd. Industry types dressed nicely. The service is great, although I prefer the bar to the table service there, and the location is good. It's got all the elements of a casual spot to either start or end your night.
(4)Chrissy R.
I've spent most of my free time for the better part of 3 years across the street from this place and I've never been tempted to go in. However, after being told a couple of times that I really should try it out-I bit the bullet. This place looks divier than it is. It's over priced and the burger I had was just blah. I'd give it another shout maybe because it was packed and it could have been a bad night.
(2)Michelle S.
Very good bottle beer selection, and a good selection of wines by the glass. I am a fan of any establishment that sells a Malbec by the glass. The food is also very good. I love the French Onion soup, the Steak Sandwich and the Chicken tenders. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat before a show, or to enjoy a few beers with friends afterwork. The staff is very friendly, and really informed and up to speed on the beverage offerings.
(4)Marie O.
Great atmosphere, pumpkin beer was good and autumn pear cider was delicious. Had pulled pork sliders, amazing, best fries I've ever had.
(5)Kate C.
Somewhat boring bar with a pseudo-nautical theme (the bathrooms are for Sailors and Mermaids). Unimpressive draft beer selection, though the bottle selection has some decent choices. Lots of flat screen tvs. So why the four stars, you say? It's all about the fantastic grilled cheese, which is served with a deliciously bizarre layer of sweet red pepper relish, and perfectly salty fries. If for some strange reason grilled cheese isn't your thing, there are also plenty of burgers and cold sandwiches (including a pear and brie sandwich, which I might order someday if I can ever tear myself away from the grilled cheese). Apparently the full menu is served until 1:30 a.m.
(4)Chrystelle B.
This place is okay. I really like their avocado fries, and its the primarily reason I agree to go here. The burgers are also fairly decent, although I have to say the burgers are mostly bun. They have a fairly good beer selection (although I have to add I'm not a beer snob by any means, so take that factoid with a grain of hops). However, the few times I've been here the service was unfriendly and at times rude. This place also attracts people who I would consider to be of the obnoxious frat boy type. Perhaps going here on a slower night would yield a better experience.
(3)Sta t.
Good beer selection and great burgers. There was room for improvement for the calamari appetizer and whatever the super-bland dipping sauce that came out with it. I recommend some buffalo wing (surprisingly tasty) sauce or traditional cocktail sauce instead.
(4)Brenton W.
Oh thank heaven for 2nd chances. My first experience was not so great. Overcooked burger, under seasoned and cold fries and funky tasting draft beer. I must say I have been back numerous times since and ever never been disappointed. The beer selection is decent, they always have the newest Dogfish Head (Black and Blue is my personal choice), and a decent draft list. Their wings are, in my opinion, the best in the city. I order them with straight dry rub, no sauce and they are always piping hot and loaded with flavor. Since my first bad experience I have had nothing but great burgers. Misconduct's burgers and fries blow away the Good Dog burger and their lame-o frites. The bar and waitstaff (Keenan might be the best server in Philadelphia) are some of the coolest in the city. Not a fan of the whole nautical thing they have going on but I can look past that when everything else is pretty close to being spot on!
(4)Jed S.
Misconduct Burger is no Gooddog Burger, but still good (get it with the spicy mayo).
(3)Bernadette F.
The food and beer here is always great. Excellent craft beer selection. Highly recommend the Mac and cheese, French onion soup and warm spinach salad.
(4)Alicia R.
Delicious. I've been here twice now and I've had the french dip and the macaroni and cheese. Both were fresh and full of flavor. I'm going here tomorrow for my birthday so I can get me some bamf mac and cheese! Can't wait to try more!
(5)Paul C.
In an effort not to inaccurately equate correlation with causation, I'll just say I had the BEST burger and fries of my short life, here, on the 5th of January, 2008. And before I leave Philadelphia, I will patronize this place again (and again) to accumulate scientific evidence in support of generalizing this otherwise one-time experience of perfection. Additionally, the atmosphere is well-rounded and pretty laid back; mainly a bar with a line of tables on the opposite wall. Somewhat serious bartender, but he got the job done. A nice selection of drinks (such as the fact that they carry Strongbow Cider) too. But the burger! (and fries!)
(5)Elizabeth B.
I have such fond memories of coming here on the hottest days of summer where the low lighting, ice cold air conditioning and phillies on the HD TV was just what the doctor ordered. They have a decent selection of beers, and the food is good. They have some bar-ish basics (burgers, wings) and some not so basic (pear & brie sandwich, stuffed pork chop). It seems to me that when the ownership changed over, the mostly seafood menu went to the wayside. A shame because they did clams very well. I've never had a problem with the staff ... very friendly and just doing their jobs well. Lastly, the nautical decor is understated at times and in your face at other's. Trust me, it's possible, and it's great.
(4)Brian P.
Awesome Beer Selection!! They always seem to have a new beer or two every time I'm there as well as a few great seasonals! The Mac N Cheese is absolutely outstanding. Overall it's a great place for a few drinks at happy hour or to watch a Phils game on all of the flat panels.
(4)Erin L.
Misconduct is a good bar to watch sporting events: multiple tvs with different games. A long bar with lots of stools plus numerous tables for dining. The beer selection is solid. The roast beef sandwich/French dip is very satisfying. Be sure to ask for the mayo when you get fries: it has a bit of a bite and is irresistible. A few friends swear by their signature basil-cucumber cocktail. I've always found the service to be hospitable and sufficient. This is a great bar to bring a group of friends to chill, talk and grab some good food and beer.
(4)Rob W.
This is probably my favorite bar in the city. It has great food, the burger's are terriffic and any time I venture beyond a hamburger and a beer, I've been happy with the result (for e.g. they have a wide selection of fish burgers that are delicious). Always have a great beer selection. The bartenders and waitresses always provide prompt service and are mostly friend. Lots of TVs. Really, my only complaint is that this bar has become so popular over the years. When I moved here in 2007, I used to be able to come down here and get a seat at the bar and flip on whatever game I wanted, now, its often packed. But it deserves it, great spot.
(5)Ben P.
Have always loved this place. Recently, after a poor experience trying to get a seat at Good Dog (FAIL), we walked around the corner. Misconduct didn't disappoint. Friendly staff got us a table right away (place was jumping, too). Awesome beer selection including a LOT of Dogfish Head on tap, which is real cool. Good sandwiches, great sides, good service all around. Will be heading back very soon.
(5)Christian L.
For the atmosphere.. I like.. very clean... ani enjoy the drastic amount of cushion on the stairs (you'll know) I got an ipa dogfish head at 9.0 alcohol Nuf said.
(4)Kap N.
This place is lovely. They have a lot of obscure beers from upstate New York as well as other brews from random places on the west coast.
(4)Tracey R.
Very good mac-n-cheese. Excellent beer selection. They won me over with Franziskaner Hefeweizen on tap. Great place to watch sports, also. Friendly and fast service.
(4)Thomas S.
Nice sports bar with nice staff. Free wifi barely worked but I got my skype call done inside the big room on the right. A couple of cold beers and sports on TV. Hard to beat on a warm day! Will be back.
(4)Anrenee R.
Basil lemonade, gravy fries, fried pickles We came here for a friend's birthday. The lemonade was good, strong enough that I didn't finish it. As a weak fan of gravy, I only found the fries mediocre. They weren't bad, I just don't like gravy. The fried pickles seemed sliced thickly, but they were bad either. I would probably only return here if someone else suggested it first.
(2)Nancy N.
I'm not sure what the big deal about this bar is? We stopped by once on a Friday night, it was a little crowded and they did have the downstairs open but no one was downstairs! I stopped by a second time after CC sips and it wasn't too crowded so we were able to get seats at the bar. The bartender was nice. I got their signature sweet tea lemonade, loved it! It's very good, but $10?! a little too much.
(3)Lin Z.
Our group of 6 dined here today for lunch. High exposed ceilings and deep blue walls and big sports tvs make for a cool bar atmosphere. Service was upbeat and friendly. Unfortunately the food was just okay, and the menu is smallish pub-fare sandwiches and salads. I ordered grilled chicken sandwich -- which can be a blank canvas inviting almost anything to spark it up. This one was left blank - a plain breast with little seasoning except for a brushing of some sweet flavorless sauce, and a leaf of soft lettuce and a few cabbage slaw threads, all sitting on an egg-type bun that tasted day old. The one saving grace was the fries, thin skin-on type which came in a separate bowl, perfectly salted. One of my friends ordered a grilled cheese with avocado that looked pretty good. The salmon sliders also looked good, served on mini egg-type buns. IMO, the food is slightly below TGIFridays type of fare. The location can't be beat -- so hopefully the food gets better!
(2)Amanda D.
Looking for a bar to waste time, I was drawn to this place given the name...reminding me of a game misconduct in hockey only to find that is clearly not the case (nor is it the season in Philly for it ha ha sorry). But that's okay. This was a good choice in time wasting. The beer list was not as local as I was hoping (I love to get to try stuff I can't get at home) but I made do with it very easily. Decent selection of beer in cans too. We decided to also snack on some of the potato fritters, not really knowing what to expect. They were like breaded and fried logs of mashed potato. They came with a sriracha mayo and that together was awesome. Since really the only sports going on when we stopped in was the NCAA lacrosse finals, that was on here (and like, everywhere) but it definitely has an awesome layout for a sports bar. I'd definitely want to come somewhere like this to watch games.
(3)Leslie W.
I've only been in here for drinks a few times. Their happy hour is an alright price, but their regular beer prices are just too high. Example: $7 for a Magic Hat. I mentioned to my boyfriend that we could always go here again for happy hour, and he said why pay more at happy hour than any other happy hour -- so I probably wont be back. Overall, they had an alright list of beers, and I like the open and nautical feel of the place. I wish it was priced a bit more competitively for the area.
(3)Sara M.
Came here to watch the USA women's soccer game last night and loved it. Service was quick and consistent throughout the game, even though it was wall-to-wall packed with people. Solid beer selection with lots of seasonal choices, my table also split the potato popper, mini sliders, and chicken fingers-even though I didn't try them they smelled delicious and were gone in 2 minutes flat. Cute waterfront decor and very nice, clean individual bathrooms make this place a nice option to watch sports!
(4)Tim L.
Decent place for an IPA after a hot afternoon of walking and shopping in Philadelphia. The menu appears satisfying.........
(3)Claudia L.
The food is surprisingly better than expected here. However, the service needs to be improved. Every single time I go and sit outside, they basically forget about you. Food is one thing, but if the service isn't good, forget it.
(2)Kris P.
Misconduct was always one of my favorite spots for lunch or a drink after work when I worked in Center City. I've since moved out of Philly, but met up with friends last weekend for drinks and apps and was so happy that I still love it just as much as I did when I lived in Philly! The place was crowded but service was excellent and food was really good. I would definitely recommend Misconduct for the food and atmosphere.
(5)Rachel F.
I went to Misconduct last night after hearing it was a a new spot for young professionals. I haven't been there for a few years -- when they still had the $5 lunch burger, and I was surprised by the expansion. They have a lot more space and TVs. The scene was OK. Kind of bright, but OK to peep a number of tables filled with attractive-ish men. My friend and I ordered the hot dogs and sea bass sliders. We were hesitant to order the sea bass after the bartender told us he preferred the lamb sliders. Well, we certainly made poor choices because both items were pretty bad. I'm talking "bad" as in worst food I've had at a Philadelphia bar-resto in a while. The bratwurst was dry and thin as a sharpie. The "sea bass" was more akin crab cakes with WAAAYYYY too much filler. They were mealy and not flavorful. The only saving grace were the fries, which were probably the only average to slightly-above-average thing we tasted. Bar service was kinde of slow and I was suprised that my beer was $9 for a pumpkin imperial stout. No wonder they do not include prices on the draft list. Overall, disappointing. No better than the other sub-par bars around that general vicinity. Would much rather go to Good Dog or Monks.
(2)Lauren F.
One of the worst bars I've ever entered. I ordered a dirty Girl Scout and the bartender gave me the wrong drink. He claimed I ordered the un-minty drink I had in my hand. Later that night, I went to the bar across the street. I checked my bank statement and realized I was double charged--the bartender swiped my card twice for the same amount. I went back to the bar and confronted them. They brought out the manager and she insisted it was my bank's fault that the bill showed up on my statement twice but she also gave me forty dollars in cash while saying this nonsense. Not to mention, I was waiting for the manager a few feet away from the kitchen door, and as a chef walked by, he snatched my phone out of my hand. I was totally not having it that night. I went up to him and he handed my phone back but when I asked him why he grabbed my phone out of my hand, he said he did not do such a thing. Also, this chef claimed he was the manager and the owner of the bar. I didn't buy that bull crap because I talked to the manager prior to this new incident. Also, they dramatically escorted me out of the bar because they didn't want other customers to know about the incidents above. And there was a lonely, old man (customer) who said something very nasty to me. Overall, this place is horrendous . I would give this place 0 out of 5 stars if I could.
(1)Brian H.
Middle evening bar visit review only: The kick up from 1 star to 2 was due to the bathrooms, new, clean, designed and adorned to an eclectic degree. After sucking down some $1 oysters and beers at a different location, my two friends and I needed a change of venue. We slipped off Locust Street into Misconduct, a name I remembered from reading my daily dose of Yelp reviews. ;-) This place is nothing special, a few TV's, beer on tap, and a specific asshole bartender trying to act cool who thought it appropriate to criticize one of my friends. The bartender did not even know him, probably just trying to impress a certain young woman sitting at the bar. Hey, you're a 50ish year old trying to pick up 27 year old girls with your stellar career working as a bartender. Good luck with that.
(2)Augustina G.
The place has a nautical theme. I can get down with that. Been here a few times during happy hour and even on the weekend and the service generally seems to be a hit or miss. The host stand could be more attentive when people are walking in. Their drink list is rotates seasonally and there isn't a cider I've had there on tap that I've disliked. Within the last year or so ago, there were renovations on expanding the space and they did a really a great job with making it feel a lot less cramped. The open windows/doorways are convenient when it's nice out. I'm pretty sure that happy hour does not include food specials, which is unfortunate. I really like their mac and cheese. I really do not like the fact that it starts at $10 (given the portion size) as the base price and you can add additional items on it...for an additional fee, so you can have a pretty plate in front of you. I'm digging their avocado fries. That stuff is great! I just wish the portion size was bigger. Maybe that's my American fatty mentality speaking. The bathrooms are also very clean, which should make you comfortable doing your business. They also play soccer games and this place draws Arsenal supporters, so Spurs fan should probably stay away. You've been warned...
(4)Dan D.
Not so satisfied with the service I got at this place. The waiter looked like her was up all night from looking closely at his reflection. If you aren't going to give a s***, should I actually tip you? This is your job like it or not do it right.
(1)Punita F.
Being here on a Sunday was a little intense, especially since the Eagles were playing. If your coming here to watch your local team (Eagles) get here a bit early. Otherwise it is standing room only. I ordered one appetizer (Avocado fries) and they weren't as good as I expected. The batter wasn't seasoned and the avocados weren't quite ripe. For my cocktail I ordered the Moscow Mule. Now, I didn't expect it to be served in the traditional copper mug but when I got it there was so much ice that it was gone in 4 sips. Not worth $10. Service was better than expected. Our server was very friendly and so was the hostess that greeted us.
(3)Matthew W.
From the name I expected a bar that was less fancy and little more rockish, however, it is still a cool place to grab drinks and food with friends. The staff is very friendly and quick. The bar selection is good. I did not have any food but it smelled awesome. It is right in center city so there are plenty of other bars to walk to if you don't like this one or want to bar hop. Septa and patco are close as well.
(3)R H.
My wife and I were visiting Philly for the weekend. We stopped in for some Oysters and drinks before dinner, and the owner happened to be right next to us at the bar. Couldn't have been nicer! The oysters were great and so were the drinks. Even gave us a couple drinks on the house. Very cool.
(5)Angela A.
My husband and I have eaten here twice. The first time we ate at Misconduct the food was okay - enough to make us want to come back again. The next (and last) time we went there, it was atrocious. I ordered a Diet Coke, but when I took a drink out of the glass it tasted like vodka had been mixed in with the diet coke. I asked the waitress if my drink was only diet coke, and she said yes. My husband even tried it, and thought the same as I did. I don't know. Weird. On to our meal (we were the only couple in the restaurant). I ordered the carnita tacos and my husband had the hot dog. Both of our meals had a funky aftertaste, almost a musky flavor. We didn't eat half of our meals, so we asked for the check and left. Well later that night we both got very sick, and vomited all night (we shared each other's food at lunch). So on top of the horrible food, we suffered from food poisoning also. To state the obvious, we won't be back. Fado, which is right across the street, is much better in my opinion.
(1)Syvan T.
After going to a concert at the Kimmel we decided to try the Misconduct Tavern. The bar area was pretty loud when we came in but we sat to the right of the bar where the tables are and were able to have a conversation that didn't involve screaming over music. We sat down and shortly after our waiter came over to take our order. We ordered the Misconduct Burger and the Chipotle Chicken hot dog. Both are recommended and even the fries it came with were good. It's a good place to get bar type food with a twist.
(4)Alicia O.
I've been to Misconduct twice and I feel like I should write too separate reviews cause they felt like two completely different bars. (I think they renovated the bar somewhat recently.) First time I was here, I walked into a small, dark bar. Plenty of tables and seats. My friends and I ordered some burgers. Our food was decent and I filed it in the back of my head if I ever needed a low key bar to grab some food and drinks if I was in the area again. A year or so later, I returned. Misconduct was not the small, dark bar anymore. They opened the place up and it's a lot brighter, but holy crap it was CROWDED. I was here on a Friday during the holidays and it was insane. We barely found a spot near the bar and we somehow were able to grab a drink. Servers kept asking me to move. People also trying to a spot kept rubbing against me. I starting feeling claustrophobic, so we finished our drinks and went elsewhere. I've walked by a few times since then and it always seems crowded. Might be back, but definitely not a weekend night.
(3)Majlinda K.
We were here bright and early on a Sunday to watch a soccer match and i instantly loved this place! They have a massive HDTV screen in the main area and a real fireplace. We ordered coffee to start (since it was 8am) and it was delicious!! I am a coffee addict and really thought their coffee was really strong and delicious especially for a sports bar, its only $1.50 a cup. The brunch specials for sundays are really great. I got the fritatta and it was under $7 and it came with hashbrowns, little fruit and bread. I would reccomend this place for brunch! Oh and the staff was extremely friendly.
(4)John B.
One of my favorite Friday happy hour stops!! Good beer selection and great various slider dishes.
(5)Sara L.
Bigger is not always better. Misconduct has recently undergone a large scale renovation and expansion into the neighboring space, and has also undergone a global shift in atmosphere. What was once a cozy, yet bustling, unique gastro-pub has morphed into yet another mega-bar where you can have a generically "okay" beers and food experience. It's packed, loud, and rowdy - sometimes complete with fist pumping. The menu contents are the same, but execution of a lot of the food has been lacking. The customizable mac & cheese, in particular, has let me down. I guess it is good for the business that they were profitable enough as a small neighborhood stand-out to morph into an even more profitable scene, but it's not my scene.
(2)Jonny R.
I've heard lots about Misconduct. It's half-off happy hour is a draw for me, but you have to wonder why a restaurant has to offer such a deal to put people in seats. Still, a $4 Hop Slam is unbelievable. I need to visit again, but they were out of the oysters I wanted, and the roast pork sandwich was bland and flavorless really--the long hots had lost their heat, the provolone was minimal, and the broccoli rabe was chewy and sticky. The barkeep was sweet, but not too attentive (took me awhile to get a water, and when I did, it wasn't without ice like I requested). Good for a cheap drink at 5, but not to eat. I'll update soon, I suppose.
(2)Steve M.
I like misconduct for watching games, meeting friends, and if it's not mega-packed on a Saturday night, which it almost is, not a bad place to relax. Sunday games are good here. A lot of center city workers use it for their happy hour spot. It's a little more upscale clientele. Drinks are average for what you'll pay around this area. It's not a dance spot though, that's for sure.
(4)Melissa P.
Drinks: Decent bar, good drinks. I've been told their bloody mary's are really good. I like their Dark and Stormy. It doesn't get too crowded which is nice, unless there's a game on. Foodwise: There's a large mac and cheese selection where you can build your own. AWESOME. Avocado fries are good.
(3)Rose W.
Great place to pregame the Academy of Music to avoid their ~13 beers. Came here on a Wednesday, there's a nice happy hour 5-7 with $5 house cocktails $5 wine & more. I would eat somewhere else tho, the menu is a little weak (option wise)
(4)Alyssa R.
This is me and my friends go to place. I really do enjoy it however, they do not have good specials. We go here to watch games very frequently but it gets very expensive fast. Although it is a great casual date place or a place with a big group because we can usually secure a table in the back and all hang out around it. Theyre food is good also. Just wish they had some real game time specials.
(4)Lucas D.
As an Englishman I always think America does pubs badly. In an American bar, with all the light blacked out and the neon signs and what have you I feel like I'm doing something wrong. Like I'm in a brothel or a crack den. Not that I've been in any of those places you understand. But this place shows that American bars can be welcoming relaxing places without trying to theme themselves as British, Irish or German. The décor and the set up is very comfortable, there's lots of natural light, and you know what's weirdly amazing? The toilets. This is not something I would ever think would be factored in, but they're just great. I usually go here to watch the football and love getting the free refills on the coffee for $1.50. It's actually really good coffee. They also have a great selection of beers and ales. Not only from Europe, but also some local ales which are underrated. I always think the mark of a god bar is whether or not it supports it's local ale scene and Misconduct certainly does.
(5)Chelsea H.
Well, I went her this weekend and it started off great. The waitress was super friendly but after we got our beer we did not see here again for another 15 mins. She never even came over to ask how I liked my salad. I got the golden beet salad which was a complete disappointment and I love beets. The orange vinaigrette was terrible. After finally get our second drink, we just asked for a check cuz God knows how long it would have taken for her to come back again. If I return, it will be for drinks at the bar!
(1)Jessica C.
I've only been once and it was on a Sunday night, so take this with a grain if salt: the place was empty. That's either good or bad, depending on what you are looking for. The beer selection was solid. Definitely go for the sliders.
(3)Nicole H.
Great choice for happy hour, with insanely cheap drinks and very good bar food. And the service ROCKS. They're so friendly and willing to help. And the "new" bathrooms are a step up from the old, gross ones downstairs. Last time I visited a friend left his backpack with a very expensive laptop in it behind a table. We called around 1:30 am when we realized it was missing and they said they couldn't find anything. We headed over in the pouring rain just to check, and confirmed it wasn't there. Then, around 2 am, we got a call that they'd found it (they accidentally thought it was a server's). How nice of them to call and stay open til we came back to pick it up. They could've waited til the next day to call, which would've ruined his night. Or they could've stolen everything in there. Or a dozen other less awesome things. So thanks, Misconduct, for providing us with tasty and cheap drinks & eats and for being solid people to boot. We'll all be back many times to come - can't wait for the expansion to open!
(5)Rumit P.
Really excellent ambiance (sports bar with huge TVs above the bar), big two-level dining space with plenty of bar stools/tables and booths, and packed just enough to make you enjoy good beer, good food, and good crowd of 20-40-somethings. We went for happy hour and really enjoyed the drink specials. I ordered the dark and stormy, which was served in a mason jar. Although there is no food specials for their happy hour, the appetizers were affordable at regular price, and they came piping hot and tasty. What did we get? Onion rings and avocado fries--highly recommended! The onion rings were small fat curls fried to perfection and the avocado fries were a great finger food to accompany the drinks---all for such reasonable prices ($7.50 and $5, respectively). The server was really attentive and friendly, offering to replenish drinks and checking in on us often but not necessarily annoyingly often! Random aside: They even have several individual unisex bathrooms, which is unusual but cool. Misconduct Tavern is close to everything, has great food and service, and is definitely worth the visit.
(4)Kate M.
Second time in a row coming here and they have overcharged on beers the entire night. I think it's become their policy to try to rip customers off. If you try to ask them about it they just shrug and swipe your card for what they want to charge you. The food also sounds a lot more appetizing than it is.
(2)Bill M.
Even before I ever set foot in Misconduct it was one of my favorite ever bar names in Philly. But being the slacker that I am and given the Rittenhouse Square areas VAST bar competition, it took catching up with my friend before she set sail for a move to Hawaii to finally get me to go and see what this bar had to offer. And I'm kind of disappointed that it took so long, because Misconduct was definitely the beer centered bar with some decent cocktails and pub food goodness that I expected it to be. While I wouldn't completely consider it a beer haven. The rotating mix of 12 drafts and 50+ bottles does give it an amicable list, especially when you factor in the $4 drafts on Happy Hours and drink specials that they offer on a regular basis. As for food the jumbo wings with dry rubs easily contended with some of the other best wings candidates in the city. And the house made beer battered fried pickles definitely made for an interesting bite. But overall the menu offers some well rounded and interesting pub fare. Upon entry don't be swayed because Misconduct is definitely larger than it looks, even more so if/when the extension construction that was going on has completed. And it can be a solid destination for Phillies games.
(4)Philip F.
If you like bad service come here. We'll maybe it is more like no service and being ignored.
(1)Joshua R.
Great place to go for happy hour in center city. They recently expanded, which seems to have just made the place more popular, rather than add space, definitely can get crowded at times. Recommend the basil lemonade, delicious and refreshing.
(4)Thomas W.
Misconduct is a nice, classy bar near RIttenhouse that's great to watch a game at. Their beer selection is decent and their mixed drink come in pint glasses--which is actually the most poignant thing about Misconduct that sticks in my mind. Food was good as well, though I mostly came for drinks. It's a very clean, big, nice space especially compared to other spaces such as Fox & Hound just down the street. Definitely a bit lower energy too--which has benefits depending on who you're trying to watch the game with.
(4)Peter N.
Good place to catch a drink in the city. Great beer selection (hello craft beer!), and their cocktails are a good concoction. This was my first time here since they expanded the space, so everything looks new, bright and clean! And they have tons of TVs, and not all broadcasting the same thing. Staff was very attentive, and the happy hour drink specials featured beer, wine and cocktails! Definitely good if your group all have a different drink preference. I had the fries and chicken fingers. Both were good; the fingers were very crispy. Seems like Mac and Cheese is their speciality, so I'll give a variation of it a try next time!
(4)Heather D.
Update: my original review was way late; someone brought to my attention that the onion rings are no longer on the menu so two high fives for her ass :-/
(3)Liza K.
Went here on a Friday night and really enjoyed the vibe. We sat in the bar area, but were able to find a table without any wait. It was pretty loud between the music and people, but a great atmosphere. Drinks were a bit steep - We got their $6 ciders. We really liked their Salmon Sliders - they came with aioli sauce, a nice contrast to the salmon, and served on mini brioche buns. Their mac n cheese is also really good - we added sundried tomatoes and wished we'd added something with a bit of a kick instead. Service was great, although we waited quite a bit for our food. Verdict: We'll be back on another evening! Great atmosphere to relax with friends or meet new people.
(4)Ancy T.
Had a great time when I went here. Went for happy hour and then again for after dinner drinks. Both servers I had were friendly and attentive, most likely because we had a big group and were expecting some good tips The venue was much nicer than I was expecting and pretty spacious. Our group didn't make reservations, but they were super accommodating.. there were a total of 15 of us trickling in so they set aside an area for us. They were good about making sure each person was tended to and I honestly didn't have many complaints. My late night server was much friendlier than the happy hour server, but I was still happy regardless! I'll probably stop by again with friends.. didn't try the food, but not sure that I would considering other reviews. I'm ok with just the drinks. Oh also - i had this Belgian white beer that was just everything. Light, refreshing.. just perfect! It's gotta be a new fave for me. I'm still trying to figure out what beers I like, but this has definitely made the list!
(3)Vanessa T.
This is a good spot to hang out with friends and watch some sports. There are a lot of TVs in here, big and small. The size of this place is pretty big with a good amount of tables and a nice size bar. This place is packed and loud on the weekend, like any bar, this is pretty normal. I came here on a sunday when the eagles played. As expected, no seats at the bar or tables. We put ourselves on the list for a table, got one after about 40 minutes through text. The food here is not too bad, I've had their chicken fingers, steamed mussels, fries, sliders. Your typical bar food, not spectacular but not the worst I've had. I come here for drinks often, not a bad spot and definitely good place to watch the game with fellow eagles fans.
(3)Sharon F.
Best atmosphere to watch the Women's FIFA final and amazing snacks! Ordered the Ahi sliders, edamame, sweet potato fries, avocado fries and salmon sliders for our group and everyone loved them! Standing room only for big games so get there early.
(5)Ashley S.
This is a great place to come for drinks, and it is my go to spot on a Saturday night. They are usually packed on weekend nights, but for some reason we always find a table for our large group. They have a good selection of craft beers on tap and a lot more in bottles. Their food is ok. I had salmon sliders once and they were acceptable, but I usually just come for drinks. In the summer, they have tables out front which are nice. And in the fall when it's a little too cold to sit out there, they have heaters which make it tolerable.
(4)S M.
My experience took place Saturday May 9, 2015. I currently live in the D.C. area, but I was in town for the Mothers Day Weekend being as though my mother and family are from the Delaware area. After planning a spa day surprise at the Aria for my mother, we decided to get lunch. As you may know there are a lot of restaurants near the location, but based on some general yelp reviews we decided to come to this establishment. The hostess was very nice and offering us seating on the top level on the right side of the bar. Once we were seated in the section, we saw the waitress look at us, bring food to a table that was diagonal to the right of us. As she walked back toward our table, I thought she would stop and acknowledge us. She did not. As she walked back out looked at us again, then walked to a table that was in the same section as ours as well as next to the table she was just serving ,and I assumed asked if they were doing okay, because she didn't have anything in her hands. I then thought she would then acknowledge us, to ask if we wanted water, or drinks etc... She did not. She walked directly past our table again without saying a word. Another party came in 2 men and a woman (they were Caucasian / my mother, my sister, and myself are African American) sat adjacent to our table. The waitress came back out and went directly to them, acknowledged them, and asks them did they want anything. At this point I was perplexed. They received their water, and we had yet to be acknowledged. Another waitress came into the section (this was the first time I seen her, I think she may have been walking towards the bar) and asked if we've been helped. I advised her no, and she asked if what we would like to order. She was very polite, and took our drink orders. When she brought us our drinks, I asked about how the sections were broken up, she made it clear that they were not, and she asked why the inquiry. I explained to her that The other waitress walked past our table twice, looked at us, and did not acknowledge us, and went to the table that was adjacent. Our other waitress was empathetic and apologized. By this time the other table had already received their food. The one waitress did her best to accommodate and give good customer service, but I was upset by what happened. I asked her for a business card of the establishment as well as name of the other waitress who chose to ignore myself and my family. I try to be understanding in most situations, but I would like to mention that there were only 2 other parties (a Caucasian party of 2 women and a Caucasian family of 4 with a baby) in the section when we first arrived, so it was not super busy... I wrote and email to the manager and I wanted to make them aware of this situation, and see how they would respond, before I wrote a review. The acknowledge my email advised they would look into the matter and would get back to me. They never got back to me which is fine. I just don't want one bad apple to spoil an establishment of what may usually give good service. I come to Philadelphia time to time for business and I have never received such service at a restaurant. If it was advised to me that The one waitress is truly physically colored blind then I will be a bit more understanding, but in 2015 prejudice and racism is never acceptable. Being racist is truly Misconduct. I would never suggest someone getting fired especially in these hard economic times, but I do believe people who work with people of all races, religions, sexual orientations, and etc.. should be educated to treat everyone with respect. On a positive note, the restaurant had a great atmosphere, was very clean, and my food was pretty good which what I would have wrote for my review. On another note my Mom ordered her burger well done and it came out very pink.. I give the food 3 stars and the service by 1 waitress 0 stars and the Other waitress 4 stars. Overall experience I guess a 2..
(1)Jacqueline O.
This is a great after work hangout. Especially if your trying to pick up a hot guy in a suit... Because let me tell you there are many. There is a great beer list and apps. I recommend the fried avocado... To die for! They also have a ton of tvs and they are always playing the good games. So if your with a boring crowd. No worries there's still entertainment. So if your in the flirty mood and want some beers head on over to misconduct.
(4)Anupma S.
Exactly what Aria S. said (I went with her!). I was super disappointed with our service from when we walked in the door to when we walked out. We went on Dec. 13th around 6pm, which happened to be the day of Running of the Santas, so the bar was extremely packed with post-event festive people. It was cool to see everyone's outfits and no one was crazy rowdy. Our hostess was extremely unprofessional. She spent ample time flirting with a customer before letting the five of us know that there would be a wait... then we arrive after she texts us and spends some more time fighting with another staff member right in front of us. What is that? Is that normal? Will we everrrrr be seated? We were seated. And then unseated because a family wanted to watch The Nutcracker. Okay, nbd. Moved to a table that was dirty and sticky and only had 3 chairs. Come on Misconduct, you can take extra care of patrons who want to watch The Nutcracker on a packed Saturday but can't provide us 5 with an adequate table? Our waitress was unapologetic and didn't offer a free app or anything before proceeding to mess up recording our orders, then still mess up my order, overcharge me for my mac & cheese, and then waste more of my time since I had to fix the bill and wait for a new bill. At this point we were beyond frustrated with this never-ending display of terrible service. Never been more excited to leave a place!!!!!!! And the kicker: the food isn't even that great to warrant dealing with this mess.
(1)Aria S.
I was excited to dig into some mac n cheese my friends were raving about. Came in 5pm Saturday and there was a 30min wait. I can't hate on a place because they're busy, but I was really shocked there was a decent wait at 5pm, no major games playing. We come back after the hostess texted us (which is cool/convenient) and she was just shamelessly flirting with this server. No acknowledgement that there are 5 of us standing right in front of her. I almost wanted to smack her out of her love spell! Then, after telling us she's about to seat us, she gets in an argument with a server RIGHT IN FRONT OF US. Like she's showing this server major sass and there's major tension and still..we are just standing there. I've never had a bad hostess but here ya go. Then we sit down. Missing chairs. Wouldn't you want to check that the table has 5 seats before you seat us? Whatever. A server comes over and tries to appeal to our emotions that there's a family waiting who wants to see the Nutcrakcer and if we could move tables. I'm a nice person, so fine. Another waiter comes over asking for our orders...major confusion I thought we were moving! We moved. Dirty table. No menus. Missing chair part 2. Water takes a while. Finally get to ordering and the server does that whole "memorized it" act.Ugh, can you please just write it down for my own sanity?! And then she comes over and wastes everyone's time going over our order..which she in fact did mess up in her memorizing multiple times. And one of my friends order's was messed up. There were people allll over our table because the space between the bar and the table is reminisce. There was tons of drunk leftover people from Running of the Santas..again not Misconduct's fault, but they could have dealt with it way better. Like after moving us I thought they'd put the first appetizer on the house or something. Terrible service, so-so food. Rant over. Aria out.
(1)Ant M.
Many times when I'm out and about in Center City and I either forget to pack a post-workout meal, I might leave it to chance to try and find a good place to eat. Maybe a sushi house or an American Bistro restaurant. And that is what I found the night the first time I went into Misconduct Tavern. I've walked by this place many times in the past but it was always loud and boisterous and this was all before I even knew the name of the place. Talk about eponymous? I "Go up in the spot" and yes, the "Misconduct" is off the chain. One can only imagine the secret rendezvous taking place or the "Hook-ups" pending once the drinks start to take effect. The service was quick and I immediately saw a healthy alternative than what I packed. I ordered the Salmon Sliders and the Avocado fries. The crowd was LOUD and BOISTEROUS but contained. If you want peace, quaint and private, this ain't the place. Just live with it and enjoy. So there I sat taking in the sights and sounds of the atmosphere in anticipation of eating the Salmon Sliders because 1.) I was famished from my workout and 2.) if they were good, I was returning and this place would become my "Go to" spot for something good like Salmon and Avocado fries (I'm thinking maybe once or twice/month, lol). My server was prompt and attentive but a little stand-offish ( *sniff sniff, I didn't smell at all. I can usually tell and I DID shower prior to my workout. I like a clean sweat Lol) The Salmon Sliders arrived and they were garnished with a flavorful sauce and the sprouts making it look just like how I make my burgers at home. Now all I have to do is learn how to make the Avocado fries and I'm good. But overall the food was good. I got my protein sources met, a few carbs to tie me over until I go home and I was good. Nice place. It's busy, fast paced and it's socially fun. Like most places such as this, its easy to meet and chat up people so if you like to do that, here is the place for you along with some good tasty food too.
(3)Elaine M.
I have been to Misconduct Tavern a few times for drinks and once to eat. It is ALWAYS packed for happy hour and when big Philly sports games are on. It is almost impossible to score a table or seat at the bar unless you are able to grab something as someone else leaves. I had a taste of their fries - they were good. And I had a mac & cheese dish a while back. I remember it being good, large and rather heavy. Misconduct has a nice selection of craft beer, and "upscale" bar food. If you don't mind waiting around, or are just looking to mingle at happy hour, this is a solid choice.
(3)Brad P.
Pesto bacon mac n cheese. You don't need to know anything else about this place other than pesto bacon mac n cheese. A waitress suggested this, thinking it was quirky and that I wouldn't like it. Well she is an idiot and so are you if you get anything else besides the pesto bacon mac n cheese. Seriously. Don't get the wings or anything else because you will be wasting your time and money. My rating is purely based on the pesto bacon mac n cheese.
(4)Jack J.
Ha. What a joke. We sat down and our waitress got us water. Subsequently did not take our order and ignored us for 20 minutes. We got up and left, and of course, no one noticed us leaving.. must have worn my invisibility cloak by accident! Everyone and I mean EVERYONE there was Caucasian at 10pm on a Friday night, and our table was the only minority there. Was the service related to our ethnicity? Who knows but one can only wonder.
(1)Ainsley A.
Everything was meh. The avocado fries and onion rings were great going down, but there was so much grease that it caused them to come back up- they did NOT taste as good in reverse. The burger was cooked to a nice medium rare, but lacked flavor and cheddar cheese which I requested. The mac and cheese with bacon needed a ton of salt which is surprising since bacon is extremely salty. Probably will not come back for food- i'll stick to booze at this bar.
(2)Tonya M.
I'd give more stars...rating only on the atmosphere. Came in for a few beers for happy hour and had a blast! Came back to a way different crowd! It was really crowded (I know it's Friday) but lots of screaming "bros" and young girls....I'd definitely recommend coming and leaving early unless you're into being pushed, screamed at and spilled on.
(3)Colleen M.
First timer here.. Walked over after Good Dog bar had a 45 min wait for 2. Misconduct seemed just as busy but they sat us down right away.. Points for that! Pretty decent draft list.. Could have some more wines being that this seems to be a seafood based place, but then again I couldn't pick up on the vibe in there, maybe they rather just focus on beer. Ordered the mussels and blue fish sliders.. The mussels were nice and fat and the juice was buttery and delish. Blue fish sliders were on special and also good. Very interesting combo as they had some fennel on there. Added a good crunch. Would love to return and try some other items like the mac and cheese.
(4)Michelle P.
Misconduct Tavern makes many Philadelphia lists of best spot to watch a game. I can see that...depending on where in the bar you are located in the bar The game day vibe is great throughout the establishment, and at least during my visit, rival fans were able to stand side by side in peace. Some of the TVs just happen to be a little small. Like with most sports bars, it was also pretty crowded during the Eagles game. It was great that they had TV designated to non-Eagles games and had the Eagles game on the large screen and some scatter screens, but if you weren't in view of the larger TVs or right by the smaller screens, you may have well been in the nosebleeds at the Linc. As far as beer and food the selection went beyond a typical sports bar. I was enjoying various IPAs and pumpkin drafts throughout my visit, and got to try some of my husband's Hot Capocollo Sandwich. It was a house cured pork shoulder with fresh mozzarella, onion and a type of roast pepper. It was well behind your typical pork sandwich and rather enjoyable. They also offer game day beer specials. Not surprisingly, the service wasn't quick during a game. It's frustrating but hard to place fault during what is probably one of the busiest times of the week. It is what it is, so come prepared to wait a little. The servers may have been busy but they weren't overwhelmed and were pleasant to interact with. So I was all set to give Misconduct a 3 star review based on the TV situation, but I think I'm going to have to bump them up to a 4 when you take into account the overall package and add in realistic expectations of a sports bar on game day.
(4)Lauren C.
Swung by on Friday night with some friends. We came from the Irish Pub... which I hate... so I walked through the door with a good buzz, happy to have coerced my friends away from the bar I avoid for the same reasons I avoid Manayunk at night. I've been to Misconduct to booze before, and to eat, and both left great tastes in my mouth. This particular night, the place was packed. The Boston Police were hot in pursuit of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and the whole bar was getting involved in the chase. The place was buzzing! When they finally caught him, everyone was cheering. It was great! Unfortunatly, the influx of people meant a decline in service. I only tried to order 2 things- a pint, and Mac and cheese, and didn't have any personal issues, but I watched as some of the guys I was with tried to flag down a bar tender using cash money, but couldn't catch her gaze. These are big, strong, corn fed, american boys that are tough to miss. Especially with a few beers in them. It was really bizarre to me that she was giving them the cold shoulder. My pint was perfect, and the mac and cheese was AMAZING. It usually is. I got the standard issue mac and cheese, but they have all sorts of mix-ins that you can add to enhance the already masterful dish. They make it so when you take a bite, you get those lovely, gooey, cheesy strands that act as a bridge from your fork back to the dish reminiscent of mozarella sticks. It's rich, flavorful, comforting, and happiness-inducing. Unforutnatly for me, I had a few too many drinks, and ate a bit too late in the game... so I ended up taking the majority of my mac home with me... but it also makes a great breakfast! I'll be back to Misconduct for sure, but if it was as packed as it was last Friday, I think I'd be a tad wary of the service. If you can't get a drink in the first 3-5 minutes of trying, I'd head somewhere else to avoid a night of frustration.
(4)Neil D.
For me, it comes down to an issue with management. I was there on a Friday night with several friends. They turned the lights on at 1:35. Their real goal is to make sure the doors are locked and closed by 2 AM with everyone out. PHYSICALLY out of the bar. The issue is, they don't attract the same crowd as a 21-year-old party bar. It's not Mcfaddens, or Finnigan's Wake, or Tavern on broad with sloppy drunk people everywhere. It's actually a much better crowd. But, they treat it as if they're running a college bar. Why have the same thug bouncers, and there are three or four of them, pushing people out the door at 1:45 when you are legally allowed to serve until 2 AM? They have remodeled, and it attracts a fun, diverse crowd. Unfortunately for this place, the management's direction for this bar does not align with the patrons it attracts. It's unfortunate. Overall, I give the bartenders a five star for their very pleasant and prompt service. But, I would give the overall attitude of the bar 2 stars For the shortsightedness of the owners to treat this place like it's a seedy college bar. And for me, the general negative impression of the bar trumped the positive service of the bar employees.
(3)Nalynn P.
While this one experience may not be entirely indicative of how all of Misconduct's staff usually treats its customers, I had to finally write my first review to share how horribly my friends and I were treated last night, Wed 11/6, by the bartender. Six of us were seated at the bar during happy hour. The bartender had been keeping some of us on the same tab, but most of my party had already cashed out by the end of hh. When it came time to close out and I asked for the bill, it had mine and 1 other person's drinks on it. We asked the bartender 2 questions about the happy hour pricing and what drink was what. Instead of just getting what we asked for, some answers, we were met with eye-rolling, judging and patronizing remarks. He proceeded to throw our receipts back in our faces, continue making rude remarks, and instead of returning my change directly, he aggressively flapped my money in my face while lecturing me on separate checks. After I expressed to him how I did not enjoy his condescension, he then threw my friend's credit card back in her face. I understand that it can be frustrating to deal with large parties. I have worked in the service industry, I know how it feels when you're tired and the last thing you want to do is deal with what you feel is your customer's incompetence. But never did I let that lead me to treat my customers the way we were treated last night. So what if a couple of tipsy girls have a few questions about the calculation of a couple of drinks? Just answer the question, show them even an inkling of hospitality. Especially when these customers are generous tippers who are likely to return to your establishment. I have never ever been treated this poorly in a restaurant or bar in my life. I am beyond disappointed because I generally love Misconduct's food and drinks and have often frequented it in the past. After last night, I'll have to think twice before going back. Second star is for the good times we've had Misconduct, but last night you only deserved one.
(2)Meredith B.
Any place you can build your own mac & cheese is A-OK with me. Misconduct has a great location (15th and Locust) where its right off the square any right off broad street. The atmosphere is clean and inviting.... but at some points can be overwhelmingly crowded. Good selection of drinks as well. Service may be a little slow but that's purely because of the crowds. Misconduct is a standard YP bar (young professional) where you wont find college kids fist pumping. One thing to note I tried the pork belly skewers - It was basically bacon on a stick. I don't know if I'd order it again. There is so many other things on the menu I've liked over the years but this just wasn't one of them.
(3)Erin S.
We had a group of six and we were seated for drinks at a hightop in no time, although the place was packed (we went on a Friday night around 11). We had amazing service and enjoyed our time. Good music, great atmosphere, and plenty of bathrooms so no wait! Overall we had an excellent time and will be back to try the food next time.
(5)Lauren P.
Such a fun place! The food is delicious especially the Mac and cheese! Great place to watch a game or have a delish dinner!
(5)Stephanie S.
I love this place. It's easily forgotten when its right around the corner from Good Dog which gets all the attention, but honestly, sometimes I'd rather go to Misconduct!! The beer selection is great, always rotating their kegs, and the bottle selection is actually better than good dog, IMO. You can also get beer flights, if you aren't sure which draft to try! Happy hour specials are also better.. Half price burgers and select drafts! Awesome! Food here is bangin! I've never had a bad meal. Their house special hot dogs are the sh***t! They change em every day so ask your server! I've had a mahi mahi hot dog, and a duck hot dog. Amazing. The salmon burger is one of my favorites in the city. It's huge and so delicious. The Mac n cheese is yummy, avocado fries were good too. Go here, I def recommend it! Especially when good dog is too crowded and you want something close by on the same equal level.
(4)Michelle N.
This is my favorite happy hour place in city. Half price craft beer drafts. Good food. Lots of bathrooms. Nice big space so no longer have to wait forever for a table and sit all cramped up next to strangers. I dig it. Nice job Misconduct.
(5)Kelly C.
I've been a fan of Misconduct for years. And the tavern too. [Disclaimer: I know one of the owners as he is a neighbor of mine.] I love that they've expanded and remodeled. I used to feel claustrophobic in there because of how packed it would get sometimes. Even with the new space, there were a lot of people. I can't remember being at a bar which was that busy on a Monday night. I don't usually go out for Monday Night Football, but I guess that's what some of the people were there for. But now there was breathing room and plenty of seats at the bar. The food was great. It being cold and almost snowy out, I ordered French Onion Soup. It was perfect. To go with that, I had a French Dip sandwich. Know what's better than French Onion Soup and a French Dip sandwich? FOS on the FDS! I saved the last quarter of my soup with lots of onions to put in my sandwich. Yum. The staff is always friendly and on point. They have a great beer tap selection. And now lots more bathroom stalls without having to go downstairs like it used to be. Um... I can't end my review with bathrooms... It looked like the front had large glass door/windows that they could open up in nice weather to bring in that fresh air. And maybe they do outdoor seating too? I can't wait to check that out in the Spring.
(4)Diana K.
They have my favorite cocktail in the world as a happy hour special - The Dark and Stormy. I make it at home all of the time, but I love it even more when it is handed to me for $5 or less! I have heard great things about the food, so I will have to make another trip soon!
(4)August T.
Not what I expected. Good good. The grilled cheese with guacamole and bacon was awesome. Where did that bacon come from? ! Friendly and efficient staff. Noisy inside bit come football season it will be great!
(5)Jay W.
The first time that I was at Misconduct they had a foie gras burger that my friend ordered. It looked AMAZING and I was very jealous. I went back and was disappointed to find that it was removed from the menu. I ordered the pulled pork slider instead, and was underwhelmed. The whole sandwich was pretty dry, I didn't finish it. The beer selection is nice, but I wouldn't come here just for a bar, it is kind of cramped for that.
(2)Gia M.
I rolled in to Misconduct around 6 PM on Valentine's Day, dying for a nice place to sit and sip a glass of wine before heading off to the Avenue of the Arts for a show. Since it was V-Day, we had been wandering for a while and just wanted to find somewhere with a seat and a decent happy hour. After using Yelp and a variety of happy hour apps to no avail (damn you, Valentine's Day!), we were waiting for a stoplight and I happened to look to my right and saw this bar's sign. I convinced the boyfriend to go in because I had recent;y heard about this place, and we were encouraged by the half off happy hour that continued until 7 PM. To be honest, I wish that we could have stayed longer. I loved the atmosphere inside the bar. It was completely nautical-themed, with sailcloth panels in the ceiling and dark wood reminiscent of the deck of a ship. We even had to climb up a small set of steep steps, which made me feel even more like I was on a ship. The bartender was friendly and joked around with us while he checked our IDs-- a little friendliness goes a long way-- and he proved to be helpful in specifying what was included in the happy hour (i.e., what wine was on special). In addition to the bartender being friendly, I also felt at home with the clientele (who were all a little older than I). A news show was on and the sound was muted, so I asked the couple next to us what was going on and that morphed into a pleasant conversation for a few minutes. After the friendly and inviting welcome of what could be a forbidding establishment, I am excited to return to Misconduct at some point, perhaps to try some of the food (which looked really tasty). Plus, the bathrooms are quite nice (private rooms and an ample amount of them); it's hard to find good bar bathrooms.
(4)Adam N.
We've been going to misconduct for years. The place is a great spot to watch any sporting event. So many TVs. That's why we keep going back. Food is average, and has gotten a bit expensive. Beer list is a bit odd, no standard options on the list, and the stuff they have isn't always the best quality. A few tweaks and this place could be a five star sports bar.
(4)Jessie H.
Didn't try the food here. I came with some friends on a Friday night around 10pm, it was packed as hell up in here. It was also super bright. Not saying there is anything wrong with brightly lit places but let's say you're drinking and starting to turn up....too much light...maybe that just's me. This place is probably good to watch games since they have a lot of TVs.
(3)Luba P.
Get the basil lemonade! What a great happy hour place!!! This place is like a more spacious version of Alpha/Devils Alley. And they actually have semi healthy and cheap appz! Also, the specialty cocktails are just $5...and the basil lemonade one was amazing!!! Also, the avocado fries were sooo good, never had them before, but can't wait to try them again. Plus the chicken tenders were some of the lightest and moistest...ever! They were not super greasy or covered in yucky bread coating. Loved them. Although the french and honey mustard dipping sauces were pretty terrible, the BBQ was great. Wasn't too much of a fan of the edamame because it was swimming in beer juice, so it wasn't as dry and salty as I like. The place got PACKED around 5:30-6 so make sure to get there early to grab a table. Plus, a great crowd of younger professionals, and they have big TVs for the sports liking people. PS. There is also a row of unisex bathrooms which is kinda unqiue!
(4)Rebecca G.
A friend and I came here for a couple of brews and a bite to eat Friday during happy hour, and I'm a fan! During happy hour, all draft beers are just $4. I chose the Allagash White, which later went well with the Chilean Sea Bass sliders that I ordered. The sliders themselves, lightly fried, were tasty, as was the side of fries that accompanied them. And the portions were generous- I only had room for two of the three sliders, and maybe 2/3 of the fries! Seated at one of the tables and not at the bar, the service was super-friendly, too!
(4)Lucas T.
Swell bar. Plenty of tvs and friendly staff. Food was pricey and not the best. Beer was great though.
(3)Terry M.
I visited Misconduct to watch my Gunners in an FA Cup match. A very good reason considering that Misconduct is kind enough to host the Philadelphia Gooners. The Arsenal supporters from Philadelphia. Aside from a great group of people which made everyone feel welcome, you could tell that the staff shared the same outlook, there were friends, hugs and hive fives with varying nods... all of which made you feel instantly welcome. "The Good" - The staff were amazing from the table service to the bartenders it was a well oiled machine. They also took note of walking in between the tables when the game was on, which is a small thing, but very much appreciated. - The food was tasty, I just had some appetizers but they were decent Higher pub grub, with fancy names ;) - Guinness on Tap. - The restrooms are a run of doors that hold individual rest rooms for one person. You did not however find yourself trapped and they were big enough to spin without hitting a wall, so you did not feel cramped. They were also very clean and well kept. - The main bar area and tables were also very clean and it is noticeable as the entire frontage is a giant window, for people watching and sunlight. "The Meh" - Nothing really Meh to comment on. "The Bad" - Street Parking. Not their fault, their problem.
(4)Elva L.
I gave a bad tip you guys. It was more a number that just popped into my head, after some preliminary math. In the car home after, I checked, and it was 13%. I feel kind of guilty about this. I never do this, honest. I don't know why, but I was just so ticked off by the whole experience. We really should have left after round two of drinks, at which point I still would have tipped 20% just as a matter of courtesy. The Boy wanted to stay because he already became attached to the food menu, big mistake. The thing I disliked the most about this place didn't even have to do with the food, which is extremely rare for me. It just was the most unpleasant service I can remember, and I don't plan to be back. When we arrived we gave a name and number to be placed on the wait list and was told it would be a 20 minute wait. I didn't actually catch what she said the first time, but after 20 minutes I went to check just to be sure she hadn't said 10 minutes. The hostess shares that she had originally said 20 minutes, and not 10; I can't verify this by memory, so I'll say she's right. At this point she says "I'm keeping an eye on it, I promise." The Boy is fresh off of about two months on crutches then a cane, and there we stood at the bar for at least 45 minutes before he just caved and asked bar neighbors if anyone could spare a chair. He got one. Then I begin my hunt for a chair, failing a total of 3 times before I could gain the attention of our hostess again. She had just seated another party. She apologized and asked if we were content at the bar and if she could help me find a chair. Accepting defeat after over an hour of waiting for a table, I acquiesced. We actually came here to catch the Phillies game. I am going to my first real life baseball game soon and I wanted to watch a game for practice. They didn't have the game on but had college football. I'm not a frequenter of sports bars, but I think the game specials were weak. Food was average and uninspired. We had raw oysters (on second thought not the smartest order from a dive-y establishment), avocado fries (not as good as it sounded like it'd be), mac'n'cheese with basil pesto (probably the best thing we had), and bratwursts (meh). I tried a sweet tea lemonade, because I always like the taste. Like the food, this was not bad or good news, it was no news at all. The food's competently executed, to be sure, especially given that it's a (sports) bar, but I would need to be wowed by the food to put up with the incompetence. Our bartender/waiter, I should say, was a-okay. The atmosphere feels like Tavern on Broad, but the food is admittedly better (which is really not saying much). The treated wood at the bar was peeling and sticky. Menus had broad streaks from wiping (which is better than sticky, I suppose). The crowd is one note and really loud. I think even if we were seated right away, it would still have been only a 3 star experience and I never would have left eager to return. In retrospect, I feel bad for the 13% tip, and I think I really should have left instead of letting the service and the wait sour an afternoon.
(2)Vichet O.
I'm a fan. The food is pretty damn good, and the expansions give this place a perfect layout for bringing a friend or 10. Couple that with great beer and reasonable prices, and you've snagged yourself a dirty Cambodian. Me. I'm the dirty Cambodian. Anyway, if you are looking to catch a game, or just catch up with friends, Misconduct is a great place to do it. Plus, you can sort of feel like you're on a boat.
(4)Noopur S.
A great atmosphere with meh food. This place is a ghost-town when I've went there on weekends during brunch time, which is surprising, but that was okay. Its interior is a cool soccer-bar vibe but the waiters are not the most attentive. The food takes an especially long time to come out, which is odd because I usually order mac and cheese. Avoid going there when its busy (around evening time) because service is slight and it's so crowded you can't get through dinner without people running into you on their ways to the bar! Worth a visit, overall, though, if only to taste the mac and cheese (I suggest you split it with a friend!) or during a soccer match. P.S. the avocado fries - not good.
(3)Catherina D.
In my opinion, one of the best priced happy hours in the city! Their draft list is long and starts at $4, their cocktail list is a little short however, but they are good and you can really taste the alcohol. We came strictly for the happy hour but were tempted by the mussels. We ordered them and they were delicious! The shells were huge and the meat was plump and juicy (we definitely needed more bread for dipping!). The staff was attentive, friendly, and quick. She came 5 mins before happy hour was over to ask if we wanted anything else before it finished. I really appreciated that!
(5)Rich B.
Not the worst place, but far from the best. Been here a handful of times, mostly for Philly Beer Week & Happy Hour. Can always find a good craft beer here. $4 drafts during happy hour.They have about 12 taps, with about 8 decent choices.Had my 1st Founders Rubaeus here. It was served in a12 oz. pilsner glass which was fine until the guy sitting next to me got the same beer in a pint glass. We chatted, and it turns out he's a regular. Special treatment? Not cool. Last time I was there I sat down at the bar, and the bartender passed me twice w/o giving me a menu ( which was laying on the bar about 5 feet away) I got up and got it myself. The atmosphere is nicer w/ the expansion, but has that sports bar feel which I'm not crazy about. Never tried the food, Some of it looks and sounds O.K. The "regular" I spoke to said the food is good, but the prices have gone up and the portions are smaller. To sum it up, O.K for a draft or 2 during Happy Hour; but I've had much better brews and service just down the block @ Locust Vous or Perch Pub.
(2)Bryan L.
Fun way to grab a drink and a bite before a concert. Mac and Cheese with duck confit was awesome and my wife loved the French onion soup. Everything else else food/drink wise was good but not great. Atmosphere was what you expect from a sports bar, but the ship decor was very cool.
(4)Janelle R.
I recently visited Misconduct Tavern for a few drinks with a friend after work during happy hour. This was my first visit here because with a name like 'Misconduct Tavern' I always imagined it to be a hole-in-the-wall, dark & dirty bar. Boy, was I wrong. This place was hoppin'. Very crowded, as it was the Friday before Christmas week. The inside was bright, clean & very inviting. Although it was packed, the hostess found us an open table in the back, we ordered a few drinks & a side of fries. Drinks & fries were very good, service was fast & attentive. Would definitely come back here for drinks again!
(5)Anand T.
been here a couple of times, but the last time I was here was last Saturday and my brother and I ordered Mac and Cheese with bacon and Mac and Cheese with Mushrooms. I must say those dishes were AMAZING I mean everything in the Mac N Cheese complemented well with everything on the dish, but the highlight of the dish was definitely the cheese as it had that nice melt in your mouth flavor that you get with a dish with melted cheese. For all those out there that love Mac and Cheese come here as you won't be disappointed and for the price it's definitely worth it.
(5)Reem C.
Not a bad bar at all. The food is pretty good. The last item I had off the menu was a chicken pesto wrap with a side salad. You're probably thinking, "this isn't bar food," but it was good. To me, it's location can make it easy to miss if you don't frequent the area. How many people think, "let's cruise down Locust Street." During the lunch hours, it's pretty empty and service is fast. There is some decent competition, considering Fado is directly across the street and Fox and Hound is literally a block away. In comparison to Fado and Fox and Hound, I would go to Misconduct for the food, hang out at Fado if I wanted to watch Manchester United or another football (soccer) from one of the prominent European leagues and go to Fox and Hound to watch a boxing or UFC pay per view event.
(3)Katie F.
Great atmosphere, good drinks, delicious food and friendly, efficient staff. I would definitely come back here. The prices are decent and it's totally worth it.
(5)Chris T.
Worst breakfast I've had in philly. It is a standard sports bar type with TV's everywhere and high tables. To be expected in the area I guess. I got drug here by an arsenal fan and I am having a hard time wondering why arsenal picked this place for their meeting points. Their special for the game was $5 bud lights even though this group packs the bar. I ordered Huevos Rancheros and it came out on flour tortillas with a little bit of salsa and beans sprinkled on them (no huevos rancheros sauce) and the eggs off to the side. My friend ordered a frittata that tasted like the salt shaker had fallen into it. Don't waste your time or money with this place. Head to Fado's across the street if you want to see a game.
(1)Elyse M.
We go to this place a lot but Jason was an excellent severe. He went above and beyond at every chance. Even after a small spill on a white tshirt without asking he was there with the club soda. Hands down awesome guy made the bar the place to come back to
(5)Will S.
Mediocre food. Better atmosphere since renovation but still doesn't know what kind of bar it really is. Real closing time is 130am not 2am, they won't let you in.
(2)Jason T.
Food was good and drinks are made well but wait time was long. Server had way too many tables and not a smart move putting new bartenders on the day after Christmas.
(3)Jamie D.
Misconduct is a great center city happy hour spot. The food is awesome and their specials never disappoint. Their happy hour is half off SELECT drafts. On the draft list, you can tell which ones are on special by the (HH) next to them. I've noticed over the last few months that less and less of the draft list are half off at happy hour....which does sadden me. The mac n cheese is always delicious! Be careful though, it can get pricey the more stuff you add to it. All in all, the atmosphere is nice. The food is good. And the drink specials are okay.
(4)Lea T.
Since their renovations last year I've been meaning to check out this spot. Seems to me that the 20-somethings and young professionals frequent this bar earlier in the night (around 8-11pm) and then move to some other late night locations. The bar isn't huge but they have TVs and it is partially outdoors with the large floor-to-ceiling windows in the front. I stopped by for brunch on a sunny day in June. I loved sitting at the high top tables right in the open doorway of the restaurant. The brunch menu featured a few drink specials and a few appetizer specials, but my friend and I opted for mimosas and omelets. We decided to also try the "brunch fries" with hollandaise and bacon. The menu has the typical bar food options, but it seems that customers are very fond of their customizable mac n' cheese with toppings like arugula, bacon, jalepeno, etc. The mac n' cheese portion also looks entree-sized if you are worried about sharing. I was curious about our omelets which were listed on the menu as "create your own" for $6. We both got egg whites and cheese, then I added mushrooms and my friend added bacon. The omelets came out with a piece of toast and a weird looking hashbrown. It was like a frozen hashbrown patty and not at all appetizing. The omelet was on the small side with not much filling so I was curious when we got the bill about one charge for $7.75 and the other omelet charge for $8.25... I really hate when restaurants don't list the additional charges since they could honestly just make up a price... The hollandaise fries were much better than our omelets and the mimosas were $9.50 each. Personally I would come back here to meet up for a drink, but I wouldn't try the food again anytime soon.
(3)Dana S.
Came here to watch the NFL games on Sunday. It was awesome because they had the TVs labeled by what game would be showed, so we grabbed a seat based on this. It then changed like three times, lucky for us they didn't move our targeted game, I don't think some others were so lucky. Then we had several issues with service. Food/drink were ordered. It sometimes didn't come at all. It sometimes came wrong. Both scenarios resulted in us scrutinizing the bill which was incorrect as some of the food that was misordered or never delivered was on it. We also had a problem with a server telling us something was on special and then us being charge a regular price. That also had to be corrected. It got super super crowded (not necessarily a bad thing depending how you feel about it). A little to crowded for my taste. In short, not rushing back.
(2)Michelle F.
Rude staff. DO NOT go here. Attempted to come here after my sister's wedding with a large group of people in their late 20's/early 30's. They let everyone in except my sister, who was still in her wedding dress. Really? We were with a group that was dressed in gowns and tuxes and the wouldn't let the bride in. What a bunch of a-holes.
(1)Meredith S.
Misconduct became my home away from home on Sundays during football season. They have numerous tv's spread across the bar broadcasting different games, in addition to a large projector screen for the home team game. I've only sat at the bar but the service is always on point. Most of the servers and bartenders are attentive and engage in conversation. I've had the wings and the mac n cheese, both of which I'd recommend (nothing out of this world but good). Younger, working crowd-late 20's, 30's-with some older regulars planted at the bar all night. Good place to grab a drink after work and definitely to catch any game on tv, especially football and soccer.
(4)Frank P.
Good beer selection. Not overwhelmimg choices. Nice bar setup & love the remodel w/ extra bathrooms. Food is good but not spectacular
(3)DM D.
This is hands down my favorite bar in Philly. Living across the street we go here A LOT. They have great happy hour prices $4 beers and wines, $5 cocktails. The food is GREAT bar food!!!! We always get the fries, Mac and cheese, and chicken fingers. The grilled cheese with avocado is absolutely heaven! It can get really crowded but eventually you will get a table or bar seat. And they recently renovated so there are more tables and TVs. The best part about Misconduct is the staff. My favorite bartenders are Keith, Chris, Ciara, and Samantha. And waitress Sam is super nice. But everyone is friendly there. I'm going to miss this place when I move!
(5)Noah G.
My buddy and I got tickets for the Aziz Anasari show last Saturday except for one small hitch...the show is THIS Saturday. So after getting rejected at the turnstile we both agreed a nice nice five or sixteen beers were in line. We were at the Merriam Theater so I figured we'd walk to Misconduct since it wasn't too far and I've always wanted to try it out since seeing it's sleek, cool commercials during Flyers games. Now I don't know if it was the way the light was coming in or the decorations but whatever it was I had the feeling I was at a diner in OCNJ waiting for a disappointing plate of home fries as I did many times as a youth. The bartender was really cool and even knew about the white whale I've been chasing since SF, the Allagash Interlude (but they didn't have it). Beyond that there wasn't that much positive I can write about. After three beers we decided to just go to the old homebase (the new homebase is Trestle Inn) St. Stephens, gather ourselves, drink the appropriate amount of beers, and then see where the night would take us. Now if we'd only known what was about to happen at the Saint we may have chosen a different locale but THAT is a story for another day. *I will be back here as I think it could be been fun and this was not time was the exception and I'll be sure to update when I do.
(2)Nicole M.
Oh dear god, this mac and cheese is the best ever. I get it with spinach, roasted garlic, and bacon. It's enough for 2 to share, but it's awesome to take half home and enjoy it the next day, too. The guacamole grilled cheese with bacon is also amazing. Obviously I'm a cheese lover, so I'm kind of in heaven at this place. Avocado fries were meh, I wouldn't get them again. They come with a garlic aioli that is perfect for regular fries, though. They also have a wide selection of beers. It's pretty fun on weekend nights too, even if you're coming just to drink and not eat. When I'm craving comfort food and beer, Misconduct is at the top of my list.
(4)Abraham T.
UNPROFESSIONAL; DOES NOT CARE ABOUT ITS CUSTOMERS; CANCELS RESERVATIONS - JUST TO EARN A BUCK I WILL NEVER BE SPENDING ANY OF MY MONEY AT MISCONDUCT TAVERN. Yesterday (NFL Championship Sunday), my fiancee made a reservation for a party of seven at Misconduct ahead of time, and our reservation was confirmed. Our reservation was at 4:00pm. At 3:30pm, a representative from Misconduct Tavern called my fiancee to tell her that they were CANCELLING OUR RESERVATION, because they had lots of walk-ins and decided to give our table away. Last time I checked, the entire point of making reservations was to ensure you had a table in the event that there were too many walk-ins. Moreover, my friends were coming from 45 minutes away, so CANCELLING OUR TABLE A HALF AN HOUR BEFORE OUR RESERVATION was extremely inconvenient, since now we were scrambling to find other accommodations for a large group (which included children), while simultaneously redirecting my friends who were already on the road. Finally, management had the audacity to offer to move our reservation to the next day, even though the entire purpose of our making a reservation was to make sure that we would be able to come in, sit, and watch the game as we ate and drank. I have no problem with an establishment that does not take reservations, or does not take reservations on a day where they expect lots of walk-ins (Championship Sunday or Superbowl Sunday). However, to take our reservation ahead of time, then cancel it a half an hour before, is extremely rude and unprofessional. Regarding a party of seven with children in particular, management at Misconduct Tavern should have known that it would be difficult for us to find another establishment with only a half an hour's notice. After already confirming the reservation, I would think that a professional establishment would deal with a slight loss of income that comes from holding an empty table for half an hour, rather than destroy the good will of its customers to earn a half an hour more's worth of profits. I have to conclude that Misconduct Tavern is NOT a professional establishment. THAT BEING SAID, we had the extreme fortune of being able to get a table for seven at Kite and Key (because Kite and Key is willing to take reservations for parties of six or more). We had a good time, the pizza was especially great, the beer selection was different and did not disappoint, and the Broncos won. BOTTOM LINE I recommend that anyone considering Misconduct Tavern should look elsewhere. There are too many good places in Philadelphia for you to be spending your money here.
(1)Nikki J.
It was nice to have place to go afterhours with menu. I was not a fan of the hot dog menu. Main menu says regular hot dog, but they ask which one you want from the specialty menu. We like the atmosphere and will try it again.
(3)Sarah F.
I debated between 2 and 3, but meh describes this place better than a-ok. We went because yelp concierge suggested it to us. The house cocktails are good, but overpriced. We ordered the dry rub wings which were so salty, that my tongue hurt afterwards. (stick to devil's alley for dry rub) The avocado fries were pretty good. something to try once anyway. The pear and brie wrap with turkey was really dry, and kind of blah. French dip was nothing spectacular either. The coleslaw, however, was really good. Mac and cheese was good, but nothing you couldn't make at home. possibly even from the freezer section. I'm disappointed. I hate being disappointed.
(2)Jamie S.
4 stars for the mac and cheese, 2 for the burger. The mac and cheese is made with fontina here and starts at $6.50. Then comes the fun part of picking your add ins. The prices on those start at 50 cents for things like onions and to up to $4.50 for steak. I chose bacon ($1.50) and sundried tomatoes (50 cents). The plate came out sizzling hot, smelling good, and looking like the congestive heart failure I was hoping for. I had been holding my breath, hoping that the outside would be slightly burnt, and was pleased to see that it was. The bacon added some saltiness that might have been lacking otherwise. The noodles were cooked well, the cheese was stringy and melty, and the portion was huge, it was well worth the price. The Misconduct burger, ordered with bacon and cheese, was not as successful. The meat was overcooked, and the size of of the bun suggested a much larger patty than was presented. Even with the tasty fries that came with it, this was definitely not worth the $10 price tag, however, come in on a Monday and burgers are half price, which would justify ordering this a whole lot more.
(3)El Chinchillo B.
I've recently had a rough go at life and was feeling down. I decided to avoid all the usual hangs and go somewhere where nobody knew my face. I came across Misconduct and was skeptical at first, only because I'm a creature of habit. I found a high top near the bar, ordered a pint, and glanced around. I realized all the patrons were watching the Eagles game and the ambiance was that of mirth, laughter, cheering and happy faces. The Eagles were winning. A wonderful pinkish-redheaded server by the name of Kristen walked up, greeted me with a smile and suggested the Roast Pork Sandwich as well as the Mac & Cheese. I went with her suggestion. She made me feel like a regular who had been frequenting Misconduct for 15 years, like family even, always engaging me with a smile and humorous banter. I've never had food or drinks arrive so fast. And when it did... Oh. My. God. The fare was more than I could have hoped for. The Mac & Cheese was to die for and the roast pork was the juiciest and most tender I've had in a while. I would have been happy with a greasy sandwich. But this was several steps above that. I feel as though the exact second my glass or plate were empty, Kristen was there, inquiring as to whether I required anything and offering impeccable suggestions. My palate and myself fell in love with this place and we'll be back in the near future for sure. Thank you, Kristen and Misconduct.
(5)Lilli C.
A great neighborhood bar with lots of beers on tap and great food. The odd nautical themed decor is a bit tacky/cheesy, but who cares when everything else is great. The place is pretty spacious so I never feel cramped and the food is soo good! I love the mac and cheese, whch you can get made to order with a pretty sizeable selection of toppings. I also LOVE the avocado fries. I've never had them before but they're deliciously fried , super crispy, slices of avocado. The staff is always friendly and the bartender was fast with drink orders.
(4)Robert B.
Went for a group lunch time with fellow employees. A group of 6 was seated quickly, as we were early for the lunch crowd. It was a lovely atmosphere. Plenty of bathrooms are available, I wonder why? As it was a work lunch, we were unable to consume alcohol. But, the draft list was decent. It also appears they had a selection of other fine libations. I ordered a pork sandwhich. The fries were awesome and quickly consumed. The pork came with a jus on the side. It was flavorful and fresh. The portion was large sized. I give this place 4 stars due to the quick action of the waitress. We asked for separate checks which she completed quickly for us, as we were due back to a training. She was friendly and kept up with our table, one person arrived late due to a long work call. She got him food promptly so he could eat with the rest of us.
(4)Gautam T.
Ok so you know when you're really lazy to cook and its your day off to eat whatever the hell you want to without a concern for caloric intake? yes we have those days. I have those days more than I should. This place is perfect. Cheap beers, greasy food, with some relatively healthy options. They serve a grilled chicken wrap which is pretty good. But lets be serious here folks, you come for the dry rub wings. They are amazing!!! There is a hint of brown sugar that does things to the wings that only wing lovers would appreciate.
(4)Steve S.
Finally was able get here. Was not as impressed as I expected to be. Two of us went for lunch. One had the duck salad - it was ok, but a little plain, plenty of duck, but not much else but greens. I had the braised, pulled turkey with carrots and celery. The portion was appropriate. It was served on a nice looking Brioche toasted bun. It was very tasty - however the problem was it was served at almost at room temperature. It was just slightly warm - but I chose to eat it as is - since it took 35 minutes for us to get our food, and I didn't want to wait any longer. My guess is it sat out and got cold before someone finally realized it needed to be served. I also asked for cole slaw as my side, but they gave me fries. They brought me cole slaw when I reminded them. The fries was decent, above average. Bottom line - I think there are some service and expediting issues that need addressing.
(3)Allyse O.
Love this place! Can't say I've ever had a better bartender than Devin. He's an all around treat and the place wouldn't be the same without him!
(5)Nico L.
Baked Mac n cheese with your choice of fix-ins? awww yeaah. This place is a good place to go if you feel like having something quick with a decent beer. They have a wide selection of brews just like any other bar in the area. The food though, definitely puts them over the top. The nautical theme is cute too. I've only had pleasant servers when eating inside or outside. I haven't been in here when it was insanely busy, so take my rating with a grain of salt. Add some of their delicious fries to that salt while you're at it
(4)Paulina M.
My boyfriend and I were totally bummed because there was a 45 minute wait for good dog bar and stumbled upon this place. We were really excited about trying the burger and French onion soup but were incredibly disappointed. The soup ha burnt black cheese on top and was colder than lukewarm. The bacon on the burger was so hard and impossible to chew, the avocado was in chunks rather than sliced and fell off the second I picked it up. The bun was supposed to be a challa and wasn't either. The only reason why I gave it two stars rather than one was because the fries were delicious. The server was standing at the end of the bar texting and was totally in her own world as we had empty waters and no sharing plates for the majority of the meal. It should be considered a misconduct to consider this place a restaurant.
(1)Tyler R.
I was here for a happy hour with co-workers. What an upgrade! The last time I was here, it felt like frat-boy land with a bunch of raucous early twenty-somethings cramming the bar and making it impossible to have a good time. The restaurant has changed the menu a bit, done some renovation, and is expanding more. I've gotta say, this might be a change for the better. First, the servers are attentive and helpful. They made good suggestions for our group in terms of beer styles we might enjoy and appetizers to share. I have to say half priced drafts...GREAT drafts like Yards Saison...are definitely worth it. $3 happy hour drinks make me happy indeed. The best part is that it goes from 4:30p - 7:00p. Fantastic. For the food, the fries were just fine, and the fried pickles stayed crispy. Win-win. Two months ago, I probably would have given Misconduct 2 stars. Today, it's a different story.
(4)lauren f.
Not impressed. Veggie burger was mostly breading and my fries were burnt. My husband described his huevos rancheros as weird. Would not come back for food. Yuck.
(2)Joe Y.
Fish and chips are mush. Sorry to be so blatant but they do not care about food, they care only about serving alcohol. They would not give me water.
(1)Natalie E.
This place doesn't look like much from the street, but after a recent renovation it's twice the size it used to be. I have only been here for happy hour but it's a good happy hour for a group get together. The only drawback is it's pretty loud. Also, if you're sitting near the door you're going to get a lot of freezing cold wind blown on you.
(4)Rachel A.
Misconduct's good beer selection and reasonably available seating makes it a good alternative to Monk's, when all you want is a good beer and a place to sit with a group. But why don't any of the beers on the menu have prices? That's just misconducive to my drinking!
(3)Kevin J.
They have declined so greatly since my last visit three years ago. Their new name should be Misdirection. Their seating is right on top of other tables. Hard to be comfortable sitting with your back in someone else's back. I was mostly disenchanted by the menu changes since my last visit of 2008. I remembered that I used to be able to order any variety of mac n cheese toppings for a reasonable value that improved with quantity of toppings. Now there are only three set "levels" of the appetizer, more expensive and lacking the creativity of the build your own variety style mac menu. I felt like the whole reason to return to this restaurant had been compromised, but ordered mac anyway because obviously I had been looking forward to the taste. Unfortunately, our waitress discouraged my custom order by saying that the menu had always been that way, at least as long as she knew. Not only that, but having worked there for three years, she nonetheless refused to acknowledge our longer term patronage in favor of her dwindling recollection of the time they must have streamlined the menu for faster prep, instead of made to order. Another menu anomaly was the yogurt smothered lamb burger. My friend was perplexed when his came out of the kitchen. Our waitress merely indicated that the menu description was accurate (It still claim it WASN'T... see attached menu screenshot) and that we could try to absorb the unwanted yogurt sauce with napkins. However, the item had been so smothered in white cream and could hardly enough be salvaged. All in all, I was very disappointed with my last time in Misdemeanor, Misdirection, whatever you want to call it.
(2)Sam B.
Cool bar that always seems to be hoppin'. I love that in bars, especially when you are trying to meet more people, but the layout is not very conducive to this so you have to subtract some points for that. However, it is a Great place to see a sports game with a few friends because it gets rowdy and you really get into the spirit. Pro-tip - make a reservation. Also the bathrooms are tiny, got pretty gnarly on game day, the wait was a tad long, and you have to squeeze past a zillion people to get to them, so drink accordingly or miss most of the game trying to pee!
(4)Michelle C.
While I'm keeping my rating for Misconduct at three stars, I can now say they are three very robust, shiny stars when compared with the three hesitant stars from my previous review. After a very late night on the town, I was in need of food in my belly and a little hair of the dog action. My lunch buddy and I were ushered past Misconduct's long bar, its seats full with construction workers who looked but kept their traps shut. Clearly, lunching indoors as opposed to on a wall somewhere has a different set of decorum. My bloody Mary served as the life raft in my hangover sea, and my grilled chicken Caesar salad was perfectly dressed, with tender, grilled chicken and a thrilling excess of croutons. It was just what I needed to right my ship.
(3)Steph P.
If you're not ordering the mac & cheese, you're doing it wrong. Happy hour is also amazing if you're a beer lover. The atmosphere of this place is kind of weird, but it's a hidden treasure for Center City if you're trying to go somewhere for a decent drink without the crowd. I wouldn't say this place is a destination for a night out by any means, but it's nice to unwind over cheesy goodness after a long day at work.
(3)Lenny Z.
My friends and I started our night at Misconduct, mostly to have a few alcoholic beverages before heading to dinner. It was a pub with a bit of a restaurant feel to it, but more pub than anything else. They had a very good selection of ales on tap. I started off with a Bell's IPA. It had a lot of hop to it, just how I like it. The next beer I had was the Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale, which touted being a 2011 contest winner. And, it certainly backed up it's claim as one of the better tasting beers I have had. One of my buddy's offered me a taste of his Left Hand Sawtooth, which drew him in because it was nitro infused. I was not impressed. It tasted rather plan to me. The nice thing about this spot is that before you get roped into a beer you regret, you can taste it and make an informed decision. With all the beers going down, we decided it was time for a few apps. First up was avocado fries. It's really hard to go wrong with this pairing. Who doesn't like avocados? Well, than who doesn't like them dipped in breading and fried? Exactly. Next, we had some wings in dry rub. The buffalo sauce and blue cheese came on the side. And, what started out as six wings, was really 12. Each wing was the wing and drumstick attached. It can be a nice surprise, but for the eater looking to go light a warning would have been nice. But dam, it tasted good. Lastly, we had some fries. They were good fries. Nothing to write home about, but nothing to balk at either. In a nutshell, if you focus is drinking and you want some food to go with, this is a good joint. If the food is more important, well hell, go to a restaurant.
(3)Ashley L.
This is definitely my Center City go-to bar. Great food, good selection of drafts and awesome bartenders (Fleming!!). The restaurant's not too large and it's a popular spot so expect a crowd. I usually drink beer but if I'm feeling adventurous I'll order the Grape Transfusion; tastes like a jolly rancher and gotta love that it's served in a mason jar. Some of my food favorites are the avocado fries and mac & cheese (you get to select whatever toppings you want, which can be dangerous). Remember to look up if you haven't been before, the ceiling is curved and wooden like a ship!
(4)Juliana K.
Good place to meet up with friends and drink. Relaxed atmosphere with TVs. Mac and cheese was pretty good. Decent burger and sandwiches. Cool nautical decor. Service was decent.
(3)Victoria L.
This was a place that I was excited to come to once I moved into the area. If my budget could support it, I would become a regular. I love that the beer AND food menu changes frequently. The beer selection is great. As far as food goes, everything is great comfort food. Chicken fingers are not the typical breading and the honey mustard is good. (Although I came here on the weekend and the food was not up to weeknight par.) The avocado fries are deliciously crispy and creamy at the same time. Nice to try once, but aggravatingly small portions. I tried one of the seafood hot dogs once ... not for me but I was able to finish it. I want to try other hot dogs and the burger here.
(4)Christine B.
My friend lives in Old City and I live in Fitler Square so we figured Broad would be a good meeting point to settle on a spot for happy hour, and ended up at Misconduct. Misconduct has great happy hour Specials! Draught beer, cocktails, and wine are all half off from 5-7. They also have daily food specials. I went with a mahi mahi hot dog and some oysters with wasabi caviar. It was all really good. The hot dog had a mild seafood flavor to it and it was covered in a beer cheese sauce and caramelized onions so you really can't go wrong there. My oysters were good too, and the wasabi caviar is awesome. I would love to have it on top of sushi instead of the regular tobiko. The service was friendly and the waitress was helpful with her recommendations. I will definitely be back.
(4)Emma H.
I've been here twice, and both times I was unimpressed. The atmosphere isn't too bad, mostly happy hour seekers from the immediate area, and both times it's been pretty crowded (read, difficult to find a seat or talk). The wait staff is pleasant enough, though not particularly attentive. They have a decent selection of beer, but I've as yet to be blown away by anything I've had there (and there scotch selection leaves something to be desired, which may not be important to you, but it always is to me). The food seems like your standard, frozen, reheated/fried pub food, which is overpriced and a little unsatisfying.** Basically, if you're in the neighbourhood and everything else is too crowded to get a table, this place will do, because it's so mediocre that you're unlikely to have a truly horrific experience. It's serviceable, but if you're looking for something to really "make" your evening, find another joint. ** The chef contacted me and would very much like me to point out that "an important fact that [I am] omitting is that [they] don't even HAVE a freezer in [his] kitchen and NOTHING comes in frozen.".... That is a fair statement. So, I guess my review should read that it *seems* like standard frozen, reheated pub food... But it isn't.
(2)Katrina C.
I have had always a good experience at Misconduct, and there have been many experiences serving varied purposes. I have come here and enjoyed it for the following occasions: 1. Day drinking 2. Dinner 3. Saturday night drinks when we didn't want to stray far 4. Phillies game on a weeknight 5. First stop for a Birthday celebration 6. Lunch and drinks 7. 2 First dates They have a good beer list, friendly bar tenders, good $3 can specials during the Phillies games, good soup (I have had french onion and carrot honey). I can't attest to their burger, but their french fries are amazing (and I know my french fries). I also love that the Mac n Cheese is make your own - you can select what extra ingredients you want! The various TVs often have on different games, so if you are looking for something that isn't Phillies/Eagles, you might be able to find it here.
(5)Fay H.
I've never seen so many polo shirts in one place. . .
(3)Elizabeth S.
So...I would still to keep the 3 star rating. I've been back to Misconduct and yet again had the mac and cheese...this time, in it's pure natural state - no add-ins. But, it wasn't as good as the first time around, and I think it had to do with the fact that I ate it AFTER I had the mac and cheese at the South Philly Taproom...there's really no contest. Though, this dish is still good at Misconduct, the Taproom won me over and now has first place in my belly.
(3)dave p.
My friend who lives nearby took me to lunch insisting the burger is the best in town. I ordered medium rare and got medium rare! The burger was great and came with fries. Then he tells me on Monday's they are only $5. What a deal all day Monday! I'll be back for Monday lunch for sure. The beer slection was good too, I had Sly Fox 113 Pale Ale on tap and saw them tapping Bell's Two-Hearted Ale. Small glasses for $5 was kind of expensive though. btw, don't expect to find on the street parking, this is Center City afterall.
(4)Joey M.
Eh. You're typical upper class bar. Can't comment on food because I've only had the wings (they were decent) but atmosphere and drink selections are typical. Fun non-confrotational place to go if you just want to have some drinks and enjoy just another crowd in Philadelphia.
(3)John P.
Me and my family came here after we had seen Bronx Tale play. I really liked the decor. Pictures of sloops on the walls and port and starboard lights when you walk in. We went there and got something to eat which was good. But, the main reason I wanted to go there was because I heard they had dark and stormy's (combination of dark spiced rum and ginger beer) This is not something you can find everywhere. Anyway I'd def go back here in a pinch if I ran out of goslings and ginger beer.
(4)Meg B.
I love this place. Best place to go by far when you're looking for a late night snack that doesn't involve a dingy diner or a slice of pizza. The food is by no means standard bar food. Get the crab bruchetta or the truffle grilled cheese and you will be very satisfied. In terms of the bar, it's a great place to sit back, relax and catch a game, or talk amoungst friends. I highly reccomend checking this place out!
(4)Coco D.
You could probably pick up a really great asshole with bad shoes and a blue buttondown here about whom you could agonize over after he never calls you again. I'm not that into that, hence the mediocre rating.
(3)nico t.
i'm picky. i hate noise and like good food. i know, what's my problem? i've been searching for a decent place to watch the NBA playoffs. yes, for some reason my life-long obsession with pro basketball has endured every attempt by the league to repel me. alas, i do not own a tv, so i'm forced to seek a public venue for viewing. misconduct has been my latest location of choice. they have bright, shiny tvs and reasonably accommodating staff. unlike other bars that will remain nameless (for now... muhahaha), they will actually tune a tv on something other than philly teams even when said teams are playoffing themselves. for this, they get a bonus star. the second star is for scrumptious fries, made from potatoes grown in heaven, cultivated by buddha himself, harvested by the grim reaper (he's got the tools, he's got the talent), and prepared i can only presume through some dark pact with netherworld demons. oh, and a side of some mysterious sauce, which is two parts mayo and one part pizzaz. the third star results from a moderately quiet atmosphere most nights. i measure this simply by my ability to hold a conversation with someone at my table without having to yell. i stop at three stars because the rest of the menu has been lackluster, as others have observed already. i am further frustrated by a distinct lack of vegetarian dishes. sure, there are basic salads, grilled cheese, and mac & cheese, but none of them really stand out. once i had vegetable barley soup, which was memorable, but merely a soup du jour. in summary, reasonably useful for sport-viewing and french-fry-munching (which work quite well together, actually), but otherwise take a hike elsewhere.
(3)Amanda W.
If you are into beer (I am not) then you'll love this place. Tagged along with a few friends who came specifically a type of beer (don't ask me what kind...I have no idea.) It was a Tuesday night but there were a few tables in the place. Service was good...i would expect it to be with only 20 people in the place. Place is clean, nicely decorate. Have heard the food is good but haven't had a chance to check it out myself. A liiiitle on the pricey side.
(3)Lori R.
A group of friends and I stopped by Misconduct to get one last drink for the night. They had some of the best mac n cheese I've ever eaten at a restaurant, a decent beer selection, and interesting cocktails - we tried the alcoholic basil lemonade. I plan to go back for dinner soon.
(4)Andrew J.
It's great that this place serves food so late on the weekends! The chx fingers I got were good, and the french onion soup my girlfriend had was met with a good review also. The bar is nice inside, a good place to have friends meet you out for a drink and a late night bite to eat.
(4)Allison K.
The last time I was in Misconduct for happy hour (the best time to go as the specials are on point) the streets were dark, cold, and full of slushy used-to-be snow stuff. Given the elements, naturally, I inquired after some Irish Coffee. While I've managed to find the perfect mojito (at Amada, btw), I have yet to find the best Irish Coffee stop in town. Anyway, I was told "Why, yes, Irish Coffee, no problem, " and then received a mug of pitch-black stuff with a tossed-off, "This has Jameson in it, did you want a shot a Bailey's?" Um... yes, lady, if you're not going to serve it proper (with sugar and cream on top) then bring me the Bailey's. To be fair, bring it she did. Two shots worth. So suddenly one booze = three boozes. Would have been better if there was room in the glass to add it, and if the glass wasn't actually glass so it stayed warm... However, points to the server for reheating the drink for me so I could finish it at the correct temperature. And, again, one booze = three boozes. So, there you have it - not perfect, but not too shabby either.
(3)M W.
meh, fall cosmos on the menu but they don't seem to have them. beer seems a bit pricey. I wouldn't refuse to go here, but i wouldn't suggest it.
(2)Elisabeth W.
Great Veggie Burger which can be hard to find in philly. Good beer selection and good vibe.
(5)chris p.
this is a popular local bar, clean and friendly staff, however the food was mediocre. i ordered the grilled vegetable appetizer. It included one small mushroom, sliced grilled carrots and a few thinly sliced zucchini. They charged $11 for this small plate. It looked like they just pulled together anything left in the refrigerator and threw it on the grill... next time i'll order a burger.
(2)Michael L.
was there in dec 2008 was good food and drinks were good its very pricey but good its got a great location and the name ya can remmber it
(3)Don N.
Ended up watching the Euro Cup championship here since the other bars we tried to go to were too packed. This place was about 3/4 full and had plenty of TVs so it was a nice place to watch the game. The place seems a bit pricey for the quality/portions of food being offered. Pretty good beer selection but most places in this area have as good a selection, they do have some interesting choices on tap. Seems like they try to hard to make what is basically a standard pub something a little more classy. The service was a little slow and the place wasn't more than 3/4 full. I'd probably choose other places over this but it's not a bad place to catch a game or have a couple beers and a quick meal. However, there are definitely better opportunities within short walking distance of Misconduct.
(3)Andrew K.
This is an underrated bar in the city. I always thought their commercials on TV were pretty tacky, but stopped in this past weekend to check it out. We arrived at the tail end of Happy Hour. The place was pretty crowded and it took a few minutes for us to get seated. We asked our waitress to change the closest TV to the Phillies game, which she immediately took care of. Drink specials and selections were plentiful. After we ordered beers, we ordered chicken fingers and fries. After I put my order in, I had a bit of menu-remorse, as chicken fingers and fries at a bar are usually of the precooked frozen variety. To our surprise, when the food came out, the chicken fingers had been homemade and breaded in house, and the fries were fresh cut. They came with honey mustard and bbq sauce, both of which were very flavorful. All in all, I was very pleased with my experience and will be returning. It's very affordable and a great place to catch a game or just hang out.
(4)Harris A.
Don't eat here. You will get sick. Try talking to the manager and you'll get nowhere.
(1)pracheta t.
I'm not sure why i've gone here more than once. food is mediocre at best and the last time i went - whoa - awful service. our waitress tried to force my little brother to sit at a different table (by himself) bc he is under 21 and we all had drinks. found that REALLY bizarre and it's a good thing the fi was able to make her see how ridiculous she was acting because i wouldn't have been as nice. Oh - this was at 1pm on a Saturday. needless to say, def not going back.
(1)Vinny P.
I have to give it up big for this place. I love it. I used to live really close to it but now that I moved, I really miss it. I have never had a bad experience here. I rank their burger among my top 4 burgers in Philadelphia. I only have a top 4 because I haven't found a great 5th burger yet, but I'm always in search of it. They have a very good rotating beer selection. Some of the more obscure beers can get on the pricier side but that can happen anywhere. I feel like this is a really good, honest, neighborhood bar. I have not had their bloody mary. I want to. They infuse their vodka behind the bar with jalapenos, black pepper and lemon. I tried the vodka straight once and it was really good. I would only have a bloody mary at brunch and they don't really serve brunch. I believe their kitchen opens at 11 and their normal bar menu is available. If you have friends coming into suburban station, this is an easy place to meet up with them. If you have friends coming up or down the broad street line, this is very convenient for them too. It's a great spot to head to before or after a phillies game and I was even here for one of the 2010 blizzards. Like I said, I've never had a bad time at this place. One cool thing is that they don't have a ton of tvs but each one has a sign that says what game they will be showing and when. It also says "seat yourself appropriately." I like this because then you don't have people trying to get the channel changed when you're watching a game. On Sundays, they have specials to go with football. I like that of the specials I've had it was usually done on a grill on the side alley next to the place. Oh, just don't order a martini here. It was less than stellar. Other than that, you're good to go.
(5)Monica S.
Last night was frigid and the streets were abandoned. It seemed everyone was wrapped in their snuggies at the precise moment when I was wandering the streets, looking for a warm bar to enjoy a neat bourbon. When my mate suggested Misconduct, I gave him a double-take. You mean the bar I've never really thought about patronizing? Since he's a man of fantastic taste, I obliged his suggestion and on we trudged. I ordered my Maker's, he went with Knob and after the kind bartender informed us of half price burgers, we got one of those too. I'm a total snob when it comes to burgers (there's a bun to meat ratio that needs to be adhered to) and theirs was fantastic. So good that I'd say it's one of the top 5 simple sandwiches I've had in the city. Next time I'm hanging out with a bar snob of a friend, I'll suggest this place, it's unexpectedly awesome.
(4)Kim W.
Love this place! Always great beer, food is comfort food to die for! My favorite so far is the guacamole grilled cheese. They also have a variety of Mac and cheeses. My new favorite thing is their edamame, which is soaked in beer and red pepper chili flakes soooo tasty!
(4)Susan C.
Nice beer selection. Food is good especially the oysters.
(3)Lindsay D.
Super Bowl Sunday was SO well executed at Misconduct. The wait staff was unbelievable, the food came out delicious, hot, and quickly. We had wings which were just ok, nothing special and they left hem whole (wing and drummer piece together) which makes it messier then usual. Their bacon Mac and cheese is OUTSTANDING. Creamy, melty, delicious goodness! Mmmmmmmm! Misconducts French onion soup is the best in the city, true story. It's rich and brothy, such great flavor without a gross amount of cheese and the cheese that was on it was bubbly and melted. SO good! We also ordered a French dip and a chicken pesto wrap, both were fine, nothing to write home about. I was so impressed with the service on such an epic night, great job Misconsuct!
(4)Meghan C.
A standard lunch spot for us - the beer selection isn't awesome but you can get some randoms; Avery was in there doing a tasting a few months ago and that was cool. I don't stray too far from the mussels or the grilled caeser but when I do, it's for the burger. They will cook it as rare as legally possible...one time I was there (and I'm there a lot that's why this is funny) and I ordered the burger and the owner came out with a raw beef patty and said, "is this right, Meg??" That's the reason I like to come here - most of the time the service is really friendly and attentive. The bar is gorgeous and ESPN is on every station - how could you not dig this place? Oh, and the onion rings are REEEEDICYOUUUUULOUS.
(4)Ayoola T.
Maybe my standards are high but I work not to far from this place and ran in for a lunch time salad. I like many others have heard that the food here is good. I have had the chicken fingers from here before they where really good but took forever to come out. The place wasn't crowded on that occasion. Today I was in before the lunch time rush. Ordered an arugula duck salad $11. Waited a half hour and my To-go salad came with a hand full of greens (maybe 6 mouthfulls) and luke warm bland tasting duck. Took it back and the bartender made it seem like it was ok for me to eat Luke warm salad. Went to a soup and salads chain not to far and paid less for an abundance of tastier food.
(2)Jennifer T.
One of my favorite places to hang out and watch the game! Great food and always attentive service regardless how busy it is. Last Saturday I had Aisling as my waiter, after seeing a recent review I felt I had to write my own. The bar was packed and she was not only extremely attentive but made great suggestions and pushed through the crowds of ppl to make sure we got our meals and drinks quickly. Really sweet girl who worked hard to make sure we were comfortable despite how packed and rowdy it was.
(5)Tim H.
The overall bar is nice and clean. The bathrooms are clean. The waitstaff is friendly. The ony probably is that the food is pretty mediocre. My fiance and I had the french onion soup, a ceaser salad, chicken skewers, and the pork with broccoli rabe sandwich. It wasn't the worst meal I've ever had, it just wasn't good enough to make me want to come back. For the amount of money and location, you're probably better off going to Good Dog or Monks.
(2)Chris C.
This is a nice little bar with a good beer selection in both draft and bottle. The place is a long narrow space with a bar that runs almost the entire length. So there are a lot of spaces to sit available. They also have some small tables and a large booth on the back wall for large parties. My only issue with the place is the kind of cheesy/lame nautical theme. I feel like I'm in a place that bought up the old fixtures from a Red Lobster or some other terrible restaurant. The service was a little slow, but only because it seems like they never have enough waitresses on duty if your at the tables. Service at the bar is much quicker. All the staff are knowledgeable about the beer selections and are very friendly.
(4)Autumn E.
Snacks are smallllllllll but pricey! So if you think you're going to share a plate of _____, think again. These are for real snacks. But wow is this tavern food of mystery and wonder! I wish I worked right by it so I could try something new and exciting every day! We had the guac fries: salty and delicious, the lamb burger with cucumber sauce: a little too much garlic (but a massive patty), the french dip: absolutely incredible and stuffing, and the tilapia hot dog with beer cheddar sauce and caramelized onions: interesting, perfect consistency, and overall delicious (but hold some of the onions... too many). Also, the fries that came with the sandwiches were awesome. Oh, and I inhaled my caesar salad! It has a light fish oil taste to it. Overall, I would come back weekly to try out new hot dogs, but I'd definitely avoid the snacks in the future... not worth the price to me.
(4)Isabella L.
I don't really have much to say about Misconduct. It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal. However, what I did love about this place is the entree I ordered - grilled salmon with an arugula salad. Both were so delic. I would come back again. People love the mac and cheese as well. I went on an extremely slow night, and the service was still not great. The decor is kind of amusing.
(3)Steven C.
I only spent about 45 minutes in here but it was an enjoyable experience. The age group may have been a little bit older than mine but I wasn't bothered at all. I struck up a small and friendly conversation with a neighbor at the bar, joked around with the bar-tender, and enjoyed their great Happy Hour special. The interior looks like the inside of a boat and there are like 10 bathrooms all uni-sex, individual rooms well kept and squeaky clean.
(4)Beth R.
It's a nice bar inside. Lots of wood panels, some photos of old ships (keeping with the mild nautical theme), very clean (including bathrooms which are impressively clean - see I knew it was possible!). I've been a few times, and it's usually not so crowded that you can't find a table or barstool. The crowd tends to be late 20s+, at least in my experience. Due to the prime center city location, beer and wine by the glass are a little pricey.
(3)Esther H.
My first time in Philly and my friend brought me here for dinner. Killer bangers and mash and a Mahi Mahi hot dog. Amazing food and the service was good too. It is quite small so as it got a little later and people were crammed inside it got just a bit cramped (and we were there on a Wednesday night...how busy must this place be on the weekeneds?!).
(4)Noah S.
My girlfriend and I wandered into this bar while spending a weekend in Philadelphia. We were struck by the unfriendliness of the staff, and my girlfriend, who is black, felt acutely uncomfortable. We have been together for years and this is the first time that she really wanted to leave a place. I paid for the beer/tip with cash under the empty glass, went to the bathroom, and then left. One of the servers followed us out into the street and accused me of not paying for the beer. I explained that I had left the money before using the bathroom. He did not apologize until I asked him to do so and then it was obviously insincere.
(1)Andy B.
Misconduct Tavern has one of the underrated happy hours in the city, offering their entire draft beer list at 1/2 off from 5-7. The cocktails aren't going to be mistaken for one of the bespoke cocktail bars, but they are pretty good, especially at the happy hour price point. PLUS, one of the best french dips in the city. A lot of TV's and it's a good place to catch any sporting event.
(4)Marie D.
I've enjoyed Misconduct on two very different occasions: 1- One night, Mom and I wanted a drink and it's pretty close to her house. Cutely, she admitted she'd always wanted to check it out. So we went and bonded as I enjoyed very skinny, cripsy, delicious fries with a tangy sauce, and a beer I'd never had before (a black IPA. Liked it.). Chardonnay and calamari went on Mom's half of the tab, whose tastes are very different from mine. Dad stopped by a bit later and sipped a scotch. 2- After an elongated happy hour elsewhere, I stopped in to meet my gf and for more fortification in the form of buttermilk chicken tenders and those irresistible fries. And anytime Avery Maharaja is on draft you can bet I'm drinking it. GF had salad and seltzer - the wiser choice being that we would be headed to Miami in a few hours. Similarities between these unique visits: very attentive service, lively crowd, a roster of food and drinks that appeal to all tastes, highly enjoyable.
(4)sharon p.
Stopped in for a meal prior to Kimmel Center show. Average food. I've never been in such a LOUD place! Actually found myself eatting faster so I could leave. Forget hearing the waitress or anyone you are sitting with. If you want big screen tvs, beer, and screaming at the top of your lungs- this is your place.
(1)Brian Y.
I went here with a few friends for the first time following our last day of midterms. Waitresses are few but they do come around quite often to offer you a refill of your beverages. Which was quite nice, but not much connection with them as a different waitress would come around every time and ask us what the previous waitress had asked us about 3 minutes ago. Beer selection is a little sparse, but not bad, considering there were a few good IPAs on the list. For the meal I chose an IPA called Loose Cannon triple hop IPA, very floral and not too dark, but had that characteristic bitter and hoppy taste that I look for when drinking IPAs. Foodwise, I got a Chicken Mac and Cheese and a Duck hot dog. The chicken mac&cheese was AMAZING, I had read reviews on this item and heard really great things, I must say they were quite correct. Cheesy, Gooey, and the mozzarella on top gave it a nice chew along with the chicken and elbow macaroni. The hotdog was very...interesting, in a good way. I will admit this is my first time trying a hotdog made of something other than beef or pork, I will say that I am impressed, a toasted bun, a nice steamy duckdog with greens underneath of the dog and piled about an inch high on top of the dog with what tasted like housemade ginger-kraut sortof item. It was quite tasty nonetheless. The rest of my party also got Mac and Cheese since thats what we had come to try, although a member of my party also got an order of dry rub wings, which were decent and a fairly good size for a wing, However, was so salty which was a slight turn off for me. It was the last thing I ate though so the bitter and strong taste of the IPA was able to wash it right off. The reason why I didn't give this restaurant 5 stars is the lack of the drinking options for the rest of my party, the cost of the cocktails, and the fact that the dry rub wings were...okay...next time I will have to give the French Onion soup a try as raved about by Lindsay D. below. Definitely will be back with a friend who loves him some good mac and cheese.
(4)Andrea T.
The food is disgusting. The manager in a very condascending manner explained to three jewish girls what cured salmon meant, when my two friends ordered salmon expecting steaks not pieces of "cured salmon" HELLO ITS CALLED LOX! get off your misconducted train and call it what it is! The only cool thing is I left my fleece and when I went back a few days later they had it in the lost and found.
(1)Sean G.
Everytime I walk into Misconduct Tavern, I'm chanting in my head with excitement... Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Dark-'N-Stormy! Food/ Drinks: 4.0 stars Good bar food. Great Mac and Cheese platter. I highly recommend trying the Mac and Cheese. I got it with Sun Dried Tomtatoes and Chicken and it was delicious Definitley a step above its competition in the quality ingredients served in their food. Good appetizers that go well with the bountiful beers on tap and of course they make a mean Dark and Stormy. Definitely one of my favorite chill local spots. Ambiance: 4.0 stars The restaurant and bar are clean. The decor isn't overly cheezy and the lighting is refreshingly bright. This is a great bar to eat, drink, and watch your favorite sporting events. Location: 4.0 stars Price: 3.5 stars A little overpriced. If the prices were a little bit more affordable, this place would be top notch in my book. Service: 4.0 stars The bartenders are attentive, fast and considerate. It's always nice when you feel like someone is making a genuine effort to make sure you are taken care of. Overall: 4.0 stars Come for drinks, stay for dinner, watch some games, talk to some people... its all good at Misconduct Tavern... Dark-'N-Stomry... Dark-'N-Stormy...
(4)Aaron B.
This is my go to spot for Sunday football. The TV setup is great and they are generally very organized and have each TV clearly labeled with what game will be on it. This is a pub but the menu is pretty creative. You will find delicious non-traditional items such as steamed edamame, avocado fries, Pear and Brie Wrap, and a lamb burger to go along with your traditional pub items. The food is pretty consistent but I was surprised by their wings. They use the large wings that have the wing and the leg still connected. In my experience this makes for a fattier hard to handle piece of chicken. I assume there must be some people that prefer this style of wing, but I have never met any of them.... their Chicken tenders on the other hand are fantastic! Buttermilk battered and perfectly fried. I had two orders of these the last time I was there. Their fries are also delicious and served with a very flavorful smoky chipotle aioli. The service here is very good and the space including the restrooms are very clean. They do a great job!
(4)Isaac T.
Everything is decent, nothing special - mac and cheese is good not great
(3)Horatio J.
Good burgers and they really know how to make an Old Fashioned.
(3)Alie A.
Good stuff. They know what they are good at, so the menu is fairly basic, but everything is great from the crab cake sandwiches to pull pork (the best) with egg..original and amazing..to their veggie burgers. Lively crowd but not too loud..great energy. The fried avacado and their chipotle mayo sauce will clog your arteries but make your tummy happy.
(4)Niyant S.
We decided to check this place out the other night for dinner. We were in the mood for something casual/low key, but still good, and we found the right place. Misconduct was featuring some rare beers on tap for beer week, but while I wasn't in the mood for any of these, they had many bottled beers to chose from. The food here was definitely great for a dive-esk type of bar. We ordered their mac-n-cheese for appetizer, and what is great about this is you can customize it! We ordered ours with mushrooms and garlic, and between the two of us we devoured it. For dinner, my girlfriend got their veggie burger, which was very good, and, in her opinion, better than the one they make at Good Dog. I was in the mood for some really good wings, and was hoping Misconduct delivered, and boy did they! Their buffalo sauce was actually legitimately spicy, and it came with plenty of bleu cheese and celery. All in all, this a good option for food and drinks, and location wise it is a bit out of the way but still close to lots of other bars/restaurants in Center City.
(4)Donna W.
Love their delicious and customizable mac and cheese :) And the avocado fries!
(4)Jillian P.
Service: great. Beer list: impressive. Food? Flat-out: don't put mac-n-cheese on a menu if I can get it better for 1/2 the price at the grocery store. Go for beers with acquaintances--beer list is nice and bar snacks okay-- but I wouldn't bring a date. Or family.
(2)Amanda G.
I would give this place 5 stars, but they took the crab and artichoke bruchetta off the menu and I was highly disappointed. My husband and I would make trips here JUST for that. God, it was so good. Cheesy and crabby and...delicious. BRING IT BACK REGULARLY!!! Anyway, other than that, this place is great. A wide selection of drinks, plenty of seating at the bar, inside, and outside (weather permitting). The grilled ceasar salad was a surprise - I never thought I'd like a grilled salad, but it was very good. The grilled cheese and burgers are good. Everything here is good, you can't go wrong here. But I do wish that bruchetta was back on the menu...
(4)Angela J.
Stopped in here after a fun World Cup party on Sunday, and had a great time! Service was very speedy, and the french fries are AH-MAZ-ING...I could have eaten like three plates full. The burger was also delicious, and served a TRUE medium, not the "you can order a medium but we'll still give it to you well done" that you end up getting at so many other places. I wasn't in the beer mood, but their beer selection looked great...can't wait to check it out on my next visit. Oh, and also, love that it's so close to the PATCO stop...
(4)Stephy S.
Had dinner here with a friend. I am weirdly in love with the mason jars they serve their alcoholic beverages in...a nice touch. I got the Veggie Burger (pretty good for one i'd say!) and my friend got the Mac and Cheese (she raved). Good place to catch up, I wouldn't necessarily go here if I wasn't in the neighborhood. Had a clan of boisterous drunks at the bar which was a tad annoying and a tad entertaining.
(3)Sophie U.
Isabella L. pretty much sums it up with one sentence: "It's a good place to go when your lack of imagination has forced you to the corner of 15th and locust and you are debating between fado, cosi, and anything else to tie you up until your next meal." My mom wanted a burger but, to my sorrow, couldn't stand the noise and darkness of Good Dog. So we walked around the corner and happened upon Misconduct. Yeah yeah, I should know better than to walk into a place with a name like this. Did I really think it was going to be a TAVERN tavern? No. But were we hungry? Yes. This sports bar has no less than TEN flat-screen televisions. Is it huge? No. Can it justify having two televisions hanging above the table at which we were sitting? No. Overkill much? Goddammit. Our server was cool. Not in the hip sense, but in the frigid sense. Whatever, she was cordial. She seemed peeved that we only got water to drink, but I don't really give a shit. My mom ordered the burger (medium-rare) with Swiss cheese (the cheese is an extra 75 cents) and I got the Grilled Salmon BLT. We waited quite a while for our food to come out. In the meantime, our server was walking around near us but didn't bother to say anything like "Your food will be out shortly" or whatever else servers usually say. In fact, we felt pretty much invisible. Let me skip any bullshit transition and get to the food: the burger sucked; the meat was dry and overcooked. We mentioned it to our server when she came by to check on us, but my mom declined the offer to send it back. Mainly because she didn't want to wait any more for her food, but also because she didn't want to get her food back with any extra stuff on it. And me? Well, I'm just not convinced that whoever is in the kitchen knows how to cook meat. My salmon BLT was good. It comes on toasted brioche, which would have been fine if it weren't -sliced- brioche. First, the salmon was thicker than one slice of brioche. Second, brioche is already very soft and pretty crumbly; if you toast it too much, it won't last very long in sandwich form. Bottom line is, don't eat at a joint that uses Comic Sans on their menu. Just kidding, it's not the font; it's everything else. From my experience tonight and most other reviews I read, it looks like the staff's just too cool to serve you -- unless you're one of those douchebag meatheads who go there and talk loudly and flirt with the server just because you can. That's right, I said it; I got beef with the clientele as well.
(1)Alexa R.
My sister in law told me to give our server a one dollar tip, which I did not do out of principle, but I agreed that that is what should have been done. We stopped in after the Phillies game last night and were hoping to find a cozy place with good food. We ordered nothing complicated: three burgers (one veggie) , fried calamari and French onion soup. It took 40 minutes. We asked our server to check on it, which she may or may not have done. It was all very strange. At one point, after nicely pouring my husband's beer into his pilsner glass, she tossed a can of beer to my brother-in-law who also had ordered a beer. My veggie burger and salad were fine, but nothing great. I wish the service and food were better because they have great TVs.
(1)Ally G.
Create your own Mac & Cheese?! Cool! I really liked this idea of Misconduct Tavern's... They offer their Homemade Mac & Cheese with about 15 different ingredients you can choose from to incorporate into your Mac & Cheese. I went with tomatoes, onions, roasted garlic, portobello mushrooms, and chicken. My lunch mate just went with the sausage. Wow, was I sure in for a treat! My dish was absolutely overflowing with yummy goodness. Chunks of mushroom and tender chicken... Nice crispy mozzarella cheese, baked on top... And a homey, light fondue sauce covering a lot elbow pasta. Definitely a very hearty meal. My only complaint is that with the more ingredients you choose, the more inconsistent the cheesy-ness was. My lunch mate's Mac & Cheese, with just the sausage, was a lot cheesier. Mine was somewhat runny, leaving something more to be desired. I think that inconsistency is due to the larger plate of Mac & Cheese you get with the more items you want in it. But would I come back and try their Mac again? Definitely... I might just go with 2 or 3 ingredients, instead of 5, or just try it plain! Oh and their chicken tenders have a very tasty kick to them too (the dipping sauce was awesome). Overall our service was ok and the place was clean. A nice place to grab a bite during the blizzard!
(4)JJ N.
Burgers are very good and so are the mussels. Mac and Cheese is awesome as well! Nice beer selection and you got to love a Basil Lemonade. Although they aren't quite the same without TOM not being there to make them any longer. Great spot to grab drinks and a bite to eat. Pretty good place to catch the game as well but get here early to get a seat!
(4)Lisa W.
I've walked past Misconduct many times on my way to and from the Patco and always thought, "hey, I should stop in there sometime." Well, sometime came and I was unimpressed. Looks like I'll keep walking on by.
(2)Rachel G.
Misconduct - the name is bad, but it is a great spot! This is the go-to place to watch any game. There are lots of TV's, and always a decent view from wherever you're sitting, even outside! They set up a small outdoor seating area with a TV! It's a very friendly atmosphere, and even when it's crowded you can still stand or sit at the bar and see with all those TV's in there. Lots of fun. Inside it's kinda charmingly cheesy with the nautical theme, but I like it. The food is so-so, but the scene is really about going to watch a game and have drinks. The fries were yummy with chipotle mayo, but over-salted. I had a special salad with duck, citrus over spring mix...eh. I know, why would I get duck...at Misconduct Tavern? It was a little bland and there was way too much fennel seed sprinkled on top. My friend got the mac n cheese with tomato...which looked dee-lish. Nice big portion size, too!
(4)Kat T.
I've been a Rittenhouse resident for several years now and only got a chance to go to this place this year. The food and drinks were excellent but I must say, the service was a TREMENDOUS disappointment. I've always gone with a group of 3 or more and in the handful of occasions that I have dined here, the wait staff have gotten our orders wrong or have given service as if they have a chip on their shoulder. Here's some specific examples of the poor service: -One of my friends ordered a Rosè and they were out of it. The waitress brings a glass of white Zinfandel to the table instead of asking my friend for her preference for a substitute. -During my most recent visit, the waitress rolled her eyes when we weren't ready to order yet. (We had only been there a few minutes and were just getting settled.) -The waitress swiped one of the cards three times because she kept putting in the wrong amounts. (Although they were voided, the holds stay on your card for a week.) I really like the ambiance (I love sailing and nautical things) and as I mentioned before, the food is pretty good. I tried really hard to give this place several chances by coming back a couple of times, but the last visit showed a trend of poor service. It's such a shame.
(1)Julia N.
I like this place's improbable nautical decor. It makes me want to hoist up the John B sails and find a wily whale to pursue, preferably in white. The beer list would be awesome in most cities but is kind of unremarkable for Philly. Your Bells and your Dogfishes can be had here. They seem to rotate the drafts frequently, so I can count on finding something good to drink here. The beer list and cocktails change with the season (hot boozy cider right now, for example) - I wish more places would do this. If you're looking for diet-busting bar food on a budget, this is the place for you. Vegetarian options (and they abound) include a hearty house-made veggie burger, a grilled cheese livened up with pepper relish, and fontina mac n cheese to which you can add a number of things (arugula, red pepper and roasted garlic for me, please). With lots of TV screens with sports on them, sometimes this place is packed to the gills with polo shirt types. I have yet to discern their migration patterns - sometimes I'll be sure this place will be a dudebro no go (Friday night at 8?) and it's merely humming and pleasant, and other times the flocks will descend unexpectedly. When it's quiet, though, this is a fine place to have a beer and a cheap dinner and dream of plying the wine-dark seas...
(4)Joey F.
My favorite place in Philly to stop for beer, food and just to hang out. Great beer selection every day. Foods are always good. Everything I've ordered from the menu is in my top five of all time for each food category. Burgers are great, my favorite french fries in the city, best chicken wings in the city hands down, french dip is amazing and on and on and on. I need to order their homemade hot dogs some day. Owner is great guy and a good laugh. Definitely worth going.
(5)Cetts C.
Don't go here to eat. Party of 5 and we all had something different. The medium rare burger was well done. The crab sliders were bland and mushy. The pork sandwich was so dry there was not enough beer to wash it down. Turkey and chicken wraps were eh and fries were old and gross. What a waste of money!!!!
(1)Jared G.
I'm on a Boat... Curved ceilings, varnished wood and brass make this place seem more like hanging out belowdecks on a sloop, without the inconvenience of actually being on water. However, you won't find tattooed pirates or Popeye in this place. Think more Newport than Norfolk. Good beer selection, good service, and their chicken caesar wrap is the best in the neighborhood.
(4)Matt L.
The interior is great, and so is the dipping sauce on the fries. nice beer selection (although a little pricey if you're not there at happy hour) Here are my beefs though: 1. This place is super close to where we live, and when my fiance goes there for take out (which she often does) it's met with either blatant indifference by the bartender or downright contempt. We're trying to give you money (and still tip, I might add), why are you so mean! 2. We went there the other day and the place was empty. 2 of the 4 folks were there, and when we told them we wanted a table for 4 we were told we needed our whole party. Forget the fact that the only other customers in the whole place were a party of 2, at a table with 4 charis. 3. I also had the smoked salmon sandwich referenced in one of these reviews. I love lox, I love salmon. This was the single worst thing I ate that year (2008). It was vile, no other word to describe it.
(2)Serge B.
Alright Misconduct, you've done it. I show up an hour before the Super Bowl to get a seat and hopefully a drink and what do you do? You have a complete menu special that includes appetizer, entree, and six beers from a decent pool of choices. All for $40. Food was amazing (osso bucco at a bar, really?), beers were great, and I was sitting at the bar the whole time. I've yet to have a bad outing here but last weekend was the clutchiest bar venture so far this year.
(5)Chris P.
Meh exactly covers Misconduct in one syllable. Uneven, generally mediocre food. Fair beer selection and good wine choices, though the reds are often too warm. Odd mix of 20 somethings, lawyers and publishing types. Beautiful oak bar and odd nautical theme. The staff can be fun and friendly or bored and ignorant.
(2)Mayra H.
2 stars off for misconduct. And what, you ask, were the offenses? -Service was a bit off. Slow, distracted, with a dash of attitude. -Our food was cold when we got it. Luke-warm fries are not tasty. Their saving grace? The burger. I asked for medium rare, and I got medium rare, to the disgust of my fellow diners (not my fault they like cardboard). The meat was properly seasoned. Although this, too, was lukewarm. While sitting there I learned that Tuesday's are half-off burger days. I may come back on a Tuesday to conduct further analysis.
(3)Doug C.
Misconduct is like your first long-term girlfriend. Maybe you swept her flaws under the rug but you'll always look back with fond memories. You've come across better matches since the two of you went your separate ways but you're always hoping to run into her and catch up. Anyway. This place occupies a good niche. It's a sports bar without being a douche bar. It has better food than your average bar but doesn't break the bank. Hardcore sports fans can rub elbows with hipsters and not wonder "what the hell is he/she doing here?" The servers and bartenders take pride in their work without coming off as pretentious or assuming. It has a fantastic rotating beer selection and plenty of bigger bottles like Saison Dupont, Theobroma, and an Imperial Porter (I forget the producer). It also has some nice wines by the glass like Malbec, Cotes du Rhone, and a Sangiovese. There's a reason why you'll generally see the same people here every night. It's also very popular among service staff in the center city area; definitely a good sign. Bottom line, it has a very chill atmosphere that's a result of the decor, people, and approach. Get the- French dip, burger, coleslaw (yes, really), grilled caesar, mac and cheese, chicken cheesesteak, and pear/brie sandwich. Avoid the- Mozzarella fundido (wtf). Other notes: Tuesdays are half-priced burger night and they usually have some kind of beer special (meet the brewer, tapped firkin, etc.). During football season do the NFL club if you think you'll be there three or more times in the course of the season. Get on the mailing list so you can hear about things like this Phillies bus trip to D.C. coming up in April. That's all I got. See you on the boat.
(4)T D.
Definitely one of the best salmon burger I've ever had! I was a little dissapointed that they got rid of their fish burger, but decided to try the salmon burger and very happy about it. It has a really good portion of salmon, and nice dill sour cream topping. The waiter accidentally dropped a bit of my leftover and asked the chef to make a whole new burger, with the fries too! I had to come back 2 days later and ordered exactly the same thing:) The prices are very reasonable ($10), and they also make a really good duck dog that is served on a flat bun, which is quite filling.
(4)Natalie K.
BEER IS EXPENSIVE HERE! Which is fine because it's good beer (albeit overpriced good beer). But if you're going to charge $9-$11 for a glass (not a pint) of beer, you might want to put the price on the menu. Especially if the beer in question is usually $5-$7 at other establishments. And if someone asks how much a beer costs, providing the beer list that doesn't include prices isn't very helpful. With that being said- If you order your beer during happy hour, you get a good deal (half priced drafts). The bartenders were also nice and attentive. I remember the salmon BLT being pretty awesome too.
(3)Aaron T.
Ambiance is great if you're into a nautical theme.
(4)MaryAnn Z.
Meh is all I really have to say. I came here for happy hour with some coworkers. We had some food. It was fine. I dug the atmosphere enough, but the service was pretty bad for a bar that was only half full. We always were waiting on our server for beer refills, and nothing was over-the-top exceptional. I seriously wish I had more to say, but really, meh really sums it up.
(3)Alex K.
I rolled through Misconduct earlier this week for lunch. I was by myself (loser, yes I know...), and stumbled across it while in the neighborhood getting quotes for a print job I need done. My friends highly recommended their burgers, but I couldn't even find it the first time I tried to check it out. FIRST IMPRESSIONS: I guess it's not too inconspicuous, but I am kind of confused that I know the neighborhood pretty well and had only just found it almost by accident. The late lunch crowd was pretty thin, but I opted to sit at the bar and watch some sports center. It looked like a great place to go watch the game with a few buddies, chow down on burgers and have a couple of brews. Felt slightly bro bar but whatever, I was there for lunch, at least it didn't smell like a bro bar. In fact I liked the decor a lot, it was some sort of adaptation of the inside of a sailboat. THE FOOD/DRINKS: I ordered a lunch burger, the size of which was very surprising. I expected much bigger, and wasn't entirely satiated. Even still, it was very good...I can see why my friends hold Misconduct's burgers in such high regard-- flavorful, juicy beef, perfectly-textured fried onions, and an ever-so-slightly toasted roll stacked high. I just wish it were a little bigger, but I learned that there is a larger burger, the lunch one I got was purposefully a bit smaller. I had a Franziskaner with my burger, a fine pairing, they appear to have a pretty comprehensive bar offering, one of these days I should go for dinner, get a burger the size I like, and then stay for some drinks. THE PRICING: Reasonable, but certainly not a cheap burger compared to other taverns...then again, most other taverns don't serve burgers like these. Same goes for the beer, I paid $20 (generous tip included) for lunch and was sort of still hungry shortly after. THE BOTTOM LINE: Well-worth checking out, delicious burgers. It doesn't take the cake for my favorite burger ever, but I can feel myself craving one as I finish writing this, which is a rare occurrence. Just make sure you don't miss it on the street if you've never been there before!
(4)Elizabeth D.
We have been to Misconduct more than a new times. Just to grab a bite to eat or wait for friends. For a bar, their menu is amazingly diverse. I really enjoyed a special they had - Grilled Mahi Mahi "Cheesesteak" with tomatoes, caramelized onions, and a beer cheese sauce on a Sarcone's roll. Great number of beers on tap. At least 8 televisions! Crowded on the weekends, but service was great. Overally, this is a nice spot to catch the game, and eat. I probably wouldn't recommend me this for cheap drinking though - the prices are a bit steep.
(4)Minh C.
For starters, Misconduct Tavern is one of the better bar food locations in the city. I wouldn't necessarily say it is anything special but the food there is pretty decent. My only real complaint is that it can get awfully crowded and hot inside. If you're claustrophobic, probably not the ideal place to be.
(4)Kate W.
I was so impressed by Misconduct Tavern and did not have very high expectations going in. I'm a huge sucker for great service and that was definitely what I experienced here last night. As soon as my boyfriend and I walked in around 9:30 on a Friday during a Phils game, the place was pretty full. There was a hostess standing at the front and she told us she could get us a table without too long of a wait since we were only a party of 2. But she said, while we wait she'll grab us some drinks from the bar. So she let us peruse the menu a little bit and then brought us 2 Kenzingers really quickly while we just stood around the bar watching the game. After watching the game for probably 10-15 mins we were approached again and brought to our table, The service was so quick as we ordered the Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta to start.. ammmazzzingg, god it was so good. The collection of servers quickly get refilling our drinks, clearing plates, we placed our order for dinner which was their Grilled Cheese (add prosciutto) and I had the grilled caesar salad... now my boyfriend loved his grilled cheese and their fries, I am seriously obsessed with that grilled caesar salad. Two halves of fresh Romaine grilled, with fresh Caesar dressing drizzled across the top and Parm cheese, great croutons. Wow. After we closed out our check at the table we went over to the bar and got a seat. I saw they had Root behind the bar and have been wanting to try it for so long so asked the really nice bartender if he could make me something with it. He made up a drink for me with consisted of all kinds of things but I only was able to identify him pouring in Root and Bourbon. Coming from someone who didn't think they even liked Bourbon before that drink.. i loved it! Misconduct really surprised me, fantastic food, great service, fun atmosphere, I will definitely be back.
(5)Stephen H.
So true to their nautical theme, they serve food reminiscent of an 18th century whaling ship. Go for the hardtack. An extra star for not being busy during dinner hours.
(3)Vince L.
This placed was PACKED on a tuesday night. My coworker and I needed a place to watch the celtics/lakers game and stumbled upon this place. The burger was amazing. Best part about the burger had to be the bun, it was warm and toasty but yet still soft, i don't know how that possible but they did it. Also, apparently we came during beer week so we tried the flight of beers, which was good but not worth the price.
(4)Jessica W.
Solid neighborhood bar. Food is better than Fado across the street. There are plenty of nice HD TVs which makes this place great to watch a game. It's always clean and waiters are pleasant. Great beers are always on tap. My only complaint is that there are no prices on the beer menu so the bill is always a surprise.
(3)Christopher R.
Consider that a 3+ stars. Under normal circumstances, I'd go for four stars, but for the area, I need to distinguish it. The beer list was okay but they could try harder. I had a Avery IPA and a Dogfish Head Raison D'etre, both of which are good, but neither of which I would call especially adventurous. One dining companion ordered a Victory Donnybrook Stout, which he judged as towards the end of the barrel. We all ordered the lunch-portion burger, which has a phenomenal price-to-quantity value. Not the best burger I've had but definitely very good. We were all satisfied with our choices. What really stands out, though, are the pickles. The spice of that brine is off the chart! They were actually so good that I asked our server for more pickles, and when they arrived, my dining companions also partook. If they served them as coins instead of spears, they would make an amazing bar snack. Highly recommended, though not as a first choice.
(3)S P.
Got this place from a co-work as a good place to stop at for happy hour before jumping on the train. Price are decent for part of town and they have a good selection of beers and seasonal drinks. They are known for their mac and cheese, and they delivered. Will not stop by without ordering it. Wait staff is good, they are usually very buy after work but not a long wait and it is nice in the summer to get a little bit of the phils before heading home.
(4)Jessica M.
I cannot say enough good things about Misconduct. I have been a fan of this place as both a bar and a restaurant for years. I have been for lunch, happy hour, dinner, before games, to watch games....I have brought my friends and family here and everyone has loved it too. The food is delicious - burgers, mac-n-cheese (read any other review for more info - or just ask my sister!), salads, even their fish specials for us Lenten-observers. I have yet to order a dud here. Beer selection is great too. If you just want to stick to your Miller Lite you can get it here but also head to Misconduct for rarer finds and local brews. You will find it all here and you won't be disappointed. Most recently, I held an event at Misconduct and the owner and staff couldn't have been more helpful or generous. I really didn't have a thing to worry about, the gang there took care of it all and dealt with the craziness we brought in along with many children! I will continue to be a loyal patron here and will recommend and bring people back again and again. If you want a low-key, relaxed drink and some yummy food, head to Misconduct Tavern. Tip - check out their Twitter feed and FB page. They post specials all the time and list upcoming events! Enjoy!
(5)Michael S.
I was down in Philadelphia for the weekend and stayed near Rittenhouse Square. Upon arriving, I wanted to find a pub that would have a nice low-key atmosphere, a good beer selection, and some decent grub.
(4)Sta t.
Good beer selection and great burgers. There was room for improvement for the calamari appetizer and whatever the super-bland dipping sauce that came out with it. I recommend some buffalo wing (surprisingly tasty) sauce or traditional cocktail sauce instead.
(4)Steven M.
Just went there for the first time to try something new other than Good Dog. I had heard pretty good whispers about this place and I think overall they were pretty spot on. We arrived and were pleased by the draft list. We avoided the specialty cocktails, since we felt those were targeted at the non-working crowd or the ladies. They have a nice draft flight where you can choose two 7oz drafts or 4oz for some of the choices. The menu looked good for a typical bar-burger joint. It was a little light on the meat-less options. I made it a point to never eat salads or veggie burgers when I switched over to a mostly plant-based diet. I don't want uninspired vegetable choices where the best you can do is either shape my food like meat or throw some stupid uncooked veggies together in the hopes of pleasing me. So I opted for the salmon burger and fries. The other dish on the table was the crab cake sliders. The food was very good. I'd rate the food about a 8/10. The only issue which caused me not to give it a 5th star for beer lunches was the long time between ordering and receiving our food. It was so long I was tempted to remove the 4th star. It took over 35 minutes from ordering to delivering. We sat down around 12:15 PM, we didn't have our food until 1 PM. I'm not going to completely write off the establishment based on one day, since we were told that a party of 10 had just come in before us. BUT we saw a party of 4 get their food before ours. So I don't completely buy that excuse. Overall, we'll be attempting this again. And hopefully the wait isn't as long. It's the one thing that really stuck out for us.
(4)Kate B.
Ahh, the MT. What started out as the unofficial waiting room for Good Dog (which is always suuper crowded, especially on Quizzo nights!) has quickly become a favorite in its own right. I first stumbled into Misconduct because I dug the name (who doesn't appreciate a little Misconduct?)...turns out Misconduct is actually the name of the owner's ship. Last I checked, Philly's not exactly a nautical capital...but whatever floats your boat. (Oh yes. I went there.) Anyway, Misconduct offers decent food, in a low-key setting, with an impressive beer list to boot. Last visit, I had the Misconduct burger (perfectly cooked, juicy, and with ah-maz-ing shoestring fries) and the Artichoke-crab-bruschetta -- I swear I thought I tasted heaven, and it tasted like artichoke and crab bruschetta. The beer list features all sorts of delicious rarities, like the Anchor Steam seasonals -- ON TAP! -- plus the ever-elusive 16-oz. Strongbow cider cans. The crowd is a good mix of hipsters, business professionals, and sports fans who wandered down from Fox & Hound -- I dig the variety, almost as much as the eats.
(4)Lea K.
The waitress was eh... kinda rude. She seemed annoyed that we came in for lunch. She and the woman bar tending could have been much nicer and the place was a little dark for lunch. The food was great. I had the veggie burger which i can't get out of my head. Could possible be my favorite veggie burger! Fries where also good perfect crunchiness. I decided that it would be a great place to watch a phillies game and hangout. Their beer selection was pretty good! My only negative was the staff other than that i loved it. So change your attitude cranky girl and this could have been GREAT! Try a sandwich and a beer and just watch the phillies do there thing!
(3)Alison O.
We had a good night here. We came in a minute after 7 and the bartender was nice enough to extend the HH beer special to us. I ordered the mussels which were ok (not the best here in the city), although I got a couple icky ones and they were kind enough to take them off the bill. I ate a few bites of the boyfriends burger and fries which were both delicious. For $10 it was a pretty good deal for the high quality the beef, it was cooked perfectly as well. The fries were thin and tasty, they could add some fancy aioli to make them really shine. We ordered the avocado fries too, and they were amazing. The bartenders were attentive and nice, and I think even gave us a beer on the house. I've been here once before and recall having a good meal then as well. The boyfriend commented that it was the perfect casual bar with good food, beer, and atmosphere. You can have a conversation, not too loud, and watch the game, and it's not crowded or overwhelming. We will be back for burgers and beers!
(3)Brian M.
Misconduct is growing on me. Not that I didn't like it before... it just never showed up on my radar as a place to go. But it's a laid back bar with pretty good food. I'm not a fan of the burger here - mostly because of the bun... but everything else I've had was great. They have killer fries, Crab and Artichoke Bruschetta is great, good chicken wings, great soups, and a mac and cheese that made me tear up a bit with joy. Beer menu isn't half bad... and comparatively it's not bad on pricing. Somehow I always get sucked into Fado across the street... but after my last tour in there I think I'm going to make this more of a regular spot.
(4)Christina E.
Went here for some beers with friends last night. The beer selection was pretty good, I can't complain. I didn't have any food, so I can only comment on my drinking experience. I didn't really see the decor since it was dark out and I'm colorblind. We ended up in the front vestibule/mini bar area waiting for a table from 11-12 AM on a Saturday, so I suggest coming earlier if you don't want to wait an hour like us. The waitress did serve us though, which was great.
(3)Jason O.
Let me preface this review saying the bar's entrance is 75 feet from my apartment door so I'm there a lot and probably not totally objective. Misconduct gets high reviews for their food. Mac and Cheese is unreal, great burgers, and decent food specials. The beer list gets 5 stars. Great belgians, IPAs and locals on tap + a crazy good bottle list. Try the dry rub wings, with sauce on the side, chopped. GREAT app. They have Sly Fox beer or Kensinger on special during all Phillies games for $3...great game specials! Service has been much better lately. Kinda hit or miss but improved from a year ago. Plenty of TVs to chill during a Phils game. A bit low-key for a real Eagles fan but they set-up a TV outside which is pretty cool on nice days. I would love to see another special or two...beers are expensive but typical for the neighborhood. Overall, I'm a fan. I was also here when the Phils won the World Series so it'll always be "special".
(4)Joshua S.
Misconduct's, I happily give you a four. You are a good place. I've been to you for beers and sports (The best games are on and the brews are ice cold and filled again before you get to the foam). I've been to you for late night cocktails (Your martinis were top notch and that is a tall order to fill). I've been to you for your awesome burger. Although it is kind of douch-y to advertise the best burger in the city, yours is one that I crave and definitely up there on the list. It is impossible to claim best anything in a such a competitive and opinionated city, but I must say bravo for the burgers you are currently pounding out. I like your crowd. Industry types dressed nicely. The service is great, although I prefer the bar to the table service there, and the location is good. It's got all the elements of a casual spot to either start or end your night.
(4)Chrissy R.
I've spent most of my free time for the better part of 3 years across the street from this place and I've never been tempted to go in. However, after being told a couple of times that I really should try it out-I bit the bullet. This place looks divier than it is. It's over priced and the burger I had was just blah. I'd give it another shout maybe because it was packed and it could have been a bad night.
(2)Michelle S.
Very good bottle beer selection, and a good selection of wines by the glass. I am a fan of any establishment that sells a Malbec by the glass. The food is also very good. I love the French Onion soup, the Steak Sandwich and the Chicken tenders. It's a great place to grab a bite to eat before a show, or to enjoy a few beers with friends afterwork. The staff is very friendly, and really informed and up to speed on the beverage offerings.
(4)Marie O.
Great atmosphere, pumpkin beer was good and autumn pear cider was delicious. Had pulled pork sliders, amazing, best fries I've ever had.
(5)Kate C.
Somewhat boring bar with a pseudo-nautical theme (the bathrooms are for Sailors and Mermaids). Unimpressive draft beer selection, though the bottle selection has some decent choices. Lots of flat screen tvs. So why the four stars, you say? It's all about the fantastic grilled cheese, which is served with a deliciously bizarre layer of sweet red pepper relish, and perfectly salty fries. If for some strange reason grilled cheese isn't your thing, there are also plenty of burgers and cold sandwiches (including a pear and brie sandwich, which I might order someday if I can ever tear myself away from the grilled cheese). Apparently the full menu is served until 1:30 a.m.
(4)Chrystelle B.
This place is okay. I really like their avocado fries, and its the primarily reason I agree to go here. The burgers are also fairly decent, although I have to say the burgers are mostly bun. They have a fairly good beer selection (although I have to add I'm not a beer snob by any means, so take that factoid with a grain of hops). However, the few times I've been here the service was unfriendly and at times rude. This place also attracts people who I would consider to be of the obnoxious frat boy type. Perhaps going here on a slower night would yield a better experience.
(3)Brenton W.
Oh thank heaven for 2nd chances. My first experience was not so great. Overcooked burger, under seasoned and cold fries and funky tasting draft beer. I must say I have been back numerous times since and ever never been disappointed. The beer selection is decent, they always have the newest Dogfish Head (Black and Blue is my personal choice), and a decent draft list. Their wings are, in my opinion, the best in the city. I order them with straight dry rub, no sauce and they are always piping hot and loaded with flavor. Since my first bad experience I have had nothing but great burgers. Misconduct's burgers and fries blow away the Good Dog burger and their lame-o frites. The bar and waitstaff (Keenan might be the best server in Philadelphia) are some of the coolest in the city. Not a fan of the whole nautical thing they have going on but I can look past that when everything else is pretty close to being spot on!
(4)Jed S.
Misconduct Burger is no Gooddog Burger, but still good (get it with the spicy mayo).
(3)Bernadette F.
The food and beer here is always great. Excellent craft beer selection. Highly recommend the Mac and cheese, French onion soup and warm spinach salad.
(4)Alicia R.
Delicious. I've been here twice now and I've had the french dip and the macaroni and cheese. Both were fresh and full of flavor. I'm going here tomorrow for my birthday so I can get me some bamf mac and cheese! Can't wait to try more!
(5)Paul C.
In an effort not to inaccurately equate correlation with causation, I'll just say I had the BEST burger and fries of my short life, here, on the 5th of January, 2008. And before I leave Philadelphia, I will patronize this place again (and again) to accumulate scientific evidence in support of generalizing this otherwise one-time experience of perfection. Additionally, the atmosphere is well-rounded and pretty laid back; mainly a bar with a line of tables on the opposite wall. Somewhat serious bartender, but he got the job done. A nice selection of drinks (such as the fact that they carry Strongbow Cider) too. But the burger! (and fries!)
(5)Elizabeth B.
I have such fond memories of coming here on the hottest days of summer where the low lighting, ice cold air conditioning and phillies on the HD TV was just what the doctor ordered. They have a decent selection of beers, and the food is good. They have some bar-ish basics (burgers, wings) and some not so basic (pear & brie sandwich, stuffed pork chop). It seems to me that when the ownership changed over, the mostly seafood menu went to the wayside. A shame because they did clams very well. I've never had a problem with the staff ... very friendly and just doing their jobs well. Lastly, the nautical decor is understated at times and in your face at other's. Trust me, it's possible, and it's great.
(4)Brian P.
Awesome Beer Selection!! They always seem to have a new beer or two every time I'm there as well as a few great seasonals! The Mac N Cheese is absolutely outstanding. Overall it's a great place for a few drinks at happy hour or to watch a Phils game on all of the flat panels.
(4)Erin L.
Misconduct is a good bar to watch sporting events: multiple tvs with different games. A long bar with lots of stools plus numerous tables for dining. The beer selection is solid. The roast beef sandwich/French dip is very satisfying. Be sure to ask for the mayo when you get fries: it has a bit of a bite and is irresistible. A few friends swear by their signature basil-cucumber cocktail. I've always found the service to be hospitable and sufficient. This is a great bar to bring a group of friends to chill, talk and grab some good food and beer.
(4)Rob W.
This is probably my favorite bar in the city. It has great food, the burger's are terriffic and any time I venture beyond a hamburger and a beer, I've been happy with the result (for e.g. they have a wide selection of fish burgers that are delicious). Always have a great beer selection. The bartenders and waitresses always provide prompt service and are mostly friend. Lots of TVs. Really, my only complaint is that this bar has become so popular over the years. When I moved here in 2007, I used to be able to come down here and get a seat at the bar and flip on whatever game I wanted, now, its often packed. But it deserves it, great spot.
(5)Ben P.
Have always loved this place. Recently, after a poor experience trying to get a seat at Good Dog (FAIL), we walked around the corner. Misconduct didn't disappoint. Friendly staff got us a table right away (place was jumping, too). Awesome beer selection including a LOT of Dogfish Head on tap, which is real cool. Good sandwiches, great sides, good service all around. Will be heading back very soon.
(5)Christian L.
For the atmosphere.. I like.. very clean... ani enjoy the drastic amount of cushion on the stairs (you'll know) I got an ipa dogfish head at 9.0 alcohol Nuf said.
(4)Kap N.
This place is lovely. They have a lot of obscure beers from upstate New York as well as other brews from random places on the west coast.
(4)Tracey R.
Very good mac-n-cheese. Excellent beer selection. They won me over with Franziskaner Hefeweizen on tap. Great place to watch sports, also. Friendly and fast service.
(4)Lowie T.
great place for a late night bite when everywhere else is closed and you don't want to go to a diner. the kitchen is open until 1am, and it hardly gets too crowded. their mac and cheese is decent, creamy and the elbow macaroni is ever so sightly al dente. the burgers are pretty good here too. there is nothing stellar overall about misconduct, but i always find myself back here when we've run out of ideas of where to go for a bite after 12a in this area. and in philly, there aren't too many options. their beer selection here will satisfy any beer drinker (not including you light beer drinkers!), and the vibe is very casual & low key.
(3)Tiffanie B.
Misconduct is my go-to place for moderately priced, reliable bar food. During spring & summer, they offer a delicious basil-lemonade: lemonade, muddled basil & vodka, served in mason jars! At 10 bucks a pop, they're a bit pricey, but you can grab them for half price during the 5-7pm happy hour. The only food I've ever eaten here is their burger; no complaints. Served on a delicious, buttery, toasty bun, cooked to order, and served with either a side of fries or mixed greens salad. The fries here are my idea of perfection; crispy, lightly salted, and a few burnt ones thrown in for good measure (my favorite). They used to serve the fries with an aioli, but on my last visit, they did not have it. If you're a vegetarian, the veggie burger has received rave reviews from friends. During nice weather, this is a great spot for sitting outdoors and sharing a unique cocktail, while people watching or catching a Phils game. PS: For all of you sports fanatics, they have flat screen televisions outside!
(4)Julianna K.
Bland food. Overpriced. Ridiculously slow service. Too dark for the day time. That's it.
(1)Jaime K.
Just tried the wings - FANTASTIC. Get them with the dry rub.
(5)christina j.
We checked this spot out last night for drinks & to meet up with some people. I had the basil lemonade and just loved it - crisp, refreshing and I could definitely taste the basil. Kudos on the mason jar. Worth every penny and a perfect cocktail for the last days of summer and maybe a few days there after too. My beer buddy seemed to be have fun trying out some beers and was pleased with the options available. A pumpkin beer was sampled but then tossed aside for sweetness - better for after dinner or if you were just having 1.
(3)JEAN S.
Recent visits have been better. The food here actually is pretty good and as long as they aren't busy, service is improved. Beer list changes often.
(4)Jeffrey M.
This poofter slip has sunk in the wake of its own frruity spasm
(4)M M.
Hung out here for a couple of hours to watch a game with my wife and friend a this week. No problem with the nautical them. The place looks pretty cool. It's very clean which is not the case in every bar around here. Had one of the best veggie burgers ever. It was not a frozen processed puck of garbage. Definitely home made and fresh. Served on a delicious challah roll. Damed fine fries too! I really wanted to try the mac & cheese but couldn't convince my wife to order it....I saw a few go by and it looked amazing. Service was fast and friendly. We will definitely be back many times!
(4)Natedogg G.
Great center city bar that is slightly off the beaten path. Great food...burgers are especially amazing. Most of the sandwiches are fantastic. Fun for a night out with friends to watch a game because you might actually be able to get a table and good service. Very good alcohol and beer selection.
(4)Lee S.
I had my doubts about misconduct tavern due to a 5 minute visit involving a bar crawl and some red headed sluts (the shot!). This preconceived notion turned out to be totally wrong. I had a great time. Was there for a birthday.... called 10 minutes ahead for seating, we walked in and they had a table for 15 waiting for us but the place was full minus our table. The waitress started taking our drink order from a vast slection of bottled beer and some draft. She stated she was new, only been there a week... this could have been a bad sign. It wasn't we enjoyed great service, never had to wait for a drink, the waitress was attentive and we enjoyed ourselves. Not to mention that had great food. Most of us ordered the mac and cheese, you could have it plain, or with a variety of toppings ranging from tomatoes, crabmeat, garlic, bacon, mushrooms, etc. Some of the other in our party had the burger, veggie burger, and chicken fingers. There wasn't a complaint in the place only sighs of delight over their french fries. They were even nice enough to accommodate my friend who wanted turkey added to the brie and pear sandwich. Overall it was a great experience and if they can handle a rowdy party of 15, they should be able to handle anything. I would highly recommend it to anyone who asked... yummm :o) Side Note: They did not add a gratuity for our party of 15, I know some people prefer it when they don't add a gratuity, so I thought it was worth mentioning
(4)Thomas S.
Nice sports bar with nice staff. Free wifi barely worked but I got my skype call done inside the big room on the right. A couple of cold beers and sports on TV. Hard to beat on a warm day! Will be back.
(4)Anrenee R.
Basil lemonade, gravy fries, fried pickles We came here for a friend's birthday. The lemonade was good, strong enough that I didn't finish it. As a weak fan of gravy, I only found the fries mediocre. They weren't bad, I just don't like gravy. The fried pickles seemed sliced thickly, but they were bad either. I would probably only return here if someone else suggested it first.
(2)Nancy N.
I'm not sure what the big deal about this bar is? We stopped by once on a Friday night, it was a little crowded and they did have the downstairs open but no one was downstairs! I stopped by a second time after CC sips and it wasn't too crowded so we were able to get seats at the bar. The bartender was nice. I got their signature sweet tea lemonade, loved it! It's very good, but $10?! a little too much.
(3)Lin Z.
Our group of 6 dined here today for lunch. High exposed ceilings and deep blue walls and big sports tvs make for a cool bar atmosphere. Service was upbeat and friendly. Unfortunately the food was just okay, and the menu is smallish pub-fare sandwiches and salads. I ordered grilled chicken sandwich -- which can be a blank canvas inviting almost anything to spark it up. This one was left blank - a plain breast with little seasoning except for a brushing of some sweet flavorless sauce, and a leaf of soft lettuce and a few cabbage slaw threads, all sitting on an egg-type bun that tasted day old. The one saving grace was the fries, thin skin-on type which came in a separate bowl, perfectly salted. One of my friends ordered a grilled cheese with avocado that looked pretty good. The salmon sliders also looked good, served on mini egg-type buns. IMO, the food is slightly below TGIFridays type of fare. The location can't be beat -- so hopefully the food gets better!
(2)Amanda D.
Looking for a bar to waste time, I was drawn to this place given the name...reminding me of a game misconduct in hockey only to find that is clearly not the case (nor is it the season in Philly for it ha ha sorry). But that's okay. This was a good choice in time wasting. The beer list was not as local as I was hoping (I love to get to try stuff I can't get at home) but I made do with it very easily. Decent selection of beer in cans too. We decided to also snack on some of the potato fritters, not really knowing what to expect. They were like breaded and fried logs of mashed potato. They came with a sriracha mayo and that together was awesome. Since really the only sports going on when we stopped in was the NCAA lacrosse finals, that was on here (and like, everywhere) but it definitely has an awesome layout for a sports bar. I'd definitely want to come somewhere like this to watch games.
(3)Leslie W.
I've only been in here for drinks a few times. Their happy hour is an alright price, but their regular beer prices are just too high. Example: $7 for a Magic Hat. I mentioned to my boyfriend that we could always go here again for happy hour, and he said why pay more at happy hour than any other happy hour -- so I probably wont be back. Overall, they had an alright list of beers, and I like the open and nautical feel of the place. I wish it was priced a bit more competitively for the area.
(3)Sara M.
Came here to watch the USA women's soccer game last night and loved it. Service was quick and consistent throughout the game, even though it was wall-to-wall packed with people. Solid beer selection with lots of seasonal choices, my table also split the potato popper, mini sliders, and chicken fingers-even though I didn't try them they smelled delicious and were gone in 2 minutes flat. Cute waterfront decor and very nice, clean individual bathrooms make this place a nice option to watch sports!
(4)Tim L.
Decent place for an IPA after a hot afternoon of walking and shopping in Philadelphia. The menu appears satisfying.........
(3)Thomas W.
Misconduct is a nice, classy bar near RIttenhouse that's great to watch a game at. Their beer selection is decent and their mixed drink come in pint glasses--which is actually the most poignant thing about Misconduct that sticks in my mind. Food was good as well, though I mostly came for drinks. It's a very clean, big, nice space especially compared to other spaces such as Fox & Hound just down the street. Definitely a bit lower energy too--which has benefits depending on who you're trying to watch the game with.
(4)Peter N.
Good place to catch a drink in the city. Great beer selection (hello craft beer!), and their cocktails are a good concoction. This was my first time here since they expanded the space, so everything looks new, bright and clean! And they have tons of TVs, and not all broadcasting the same thing. Staff was very attentive, and the happy hour drink specials featured beer, wine and cocktails! Definitely good if your group all have a different drink preference. I had the fries and chicken fingers. Both were good; the fingers were very crispy. Seems like Mac and Cheese is their speciality, so I'll give a variation of it a try next time!
(4)Heather D.
Update: my original review was way late; someone brought to my attention that the onion rings are no longer on the menu so two high fives for her ass :-/
(3)Liza K.
Went here on a Friday night and really enjoyed the vibe. We sat in the bar area, but were able to find a table without any wait. It was pretty loud between the music and people, but a great atmosphere. Drinks were a bit steep - We got their $6 ciders. We really liked their Salmon Sliders - they came with aioli sauce, a nice contrast to the salmon, and served on mini brioche buns. Their mac n cheese is also really good - we added sundried tomatoes and wished we'd added something with a bit of a kick instead. Service was great, although we waited quite a bit for our food. Verdict: We'll be back on another evening! Great atmosphere to relax with friends or meet new people.
(4)Ancy T.
Had a great time when I went here. Went for happy hour and then again for after dinner drinks. Both servers I had were friendly and attentive, most likely because we had a big group and were expecting some good tips The venue was much nicer than I was expecting and pretty spacious. Our group didn't make reservations, but they were super accommodating.. there were a total of 15 of us trickling in so they set aside an area for us. They were good about making sure each person was tended to and I honestly didn't have many complaints. My late night server was much friendlier than the happy hour server, but I was still happy regardless! I'll probably stop by again with friends.. didn't try the food, but not sure that I would considering other reviews. I'm ok with just the drinks. Oh also - i had this Belgian white beer that was just everything. Light, refreshing.. just perfect! It's gotta be a new fave for me. I'm still trying to figure out what beers I like, but this has definitely made the list!
(3)Vanessa T.
This is a good spot to hang out with friends and watch some sports. There are a lot of TVs in here, big and small. The size of this place is pretty big with a good amount of tables and a nice size bar. This place is packed and loud on the weekend, like any bar, this is pretty normal. I came here on a sunday when the eagles played. As expected, no seats at the bar or tables. We put ourselves on the list for a table, got one after about 40 minutes through text. The food here is not too bad, I've had their chicken fingers, steamed mussels, fries, sliders. Your typical bar food, not spectacular but not the worst I've had. I come here for drinks often, not a bad spot and definitely good place to watch the game with fellow eagles fans.
(3)Sharon F.
Best atmosphere to watch the Women's FIFA final and amazing snacks! Ordered the Ahi sliders, edamame, sweet potato fries, avocado fries and salmon sliders for our group and everyone loved them! Standing room only for big games so get there early.
(5)Anupma S.
Exactly what Aria S. said (I went with her!). I was super disappointed with our service from when we walked in the door to when we walked out. We went on Dec. 13th around 6pm, which happened to be the day of Running of the Santas, so the bar was extremely packed with post-event festive people. It was cool to see everyone's outfits and no one was crazy rowdy. Our hostess was extremely unprofessional. She spent ample time flirting with a customer before letting the five of us know that there would be a wait... then we arrive after she texts us and spends some more time fighting with another staff member right in front of us. What is that? Is that normal? Will we everrrrr be seated? We were seated. And then unseated because a family wanted to watch The Nutcracker. Okay, nbd. Moved to a table that was dirty and sticky and only had 3 chairs. Come on Misconduct, you can take extra care of patrons who want to watch The Nutcracker on a packed Saturday but can't provide us 5 with an adequate table? Our waitress was unapologetic and didn't offer a free app or anything before proceeding to mess up recording our orders, then still mess up my order, overcharge me for my mac & cheese, and then waste more of my time since I had to fix the bill and wait for a new bill. At this point we were beyond frustrated with this never-ending display of terrible service. Never been more excited to leave a place!!!!!!! And the kicker: the food isn't even that great to warrant dealing with this mess.
(1)Aria S.
I was excited to dig into some mac n cheese my friends were raving about. Came in 5pm Saturday and there was a 30min wait. I can't hate on a place because they're busy, but I was really shocked there was a decent wait at 5pm, no major games playing. We come back after the hostess texted us (which is cool/convenient) and she was just shamelessly flirting with this server. No acknowledgement that there are 5 of us standing right in front of her. I almost wanted to smack her out of her love spell! Then, after telling us she's about to seat us, she gets in an argument with a server RIGHT IN FRONT OF US. Like she's showing this server major sass and there's major tension and still..we are just standing there. I've never had a bad hostess but here ya go. Then we sit down. Missing chairs. Wouldn't you want to check that the table has 5 seats before you seat us? Whatever. A server comes over and tries to appeal to our emotions that there's a family waiting who wants to see the Nutcrakcer and if we could move tables. I'm a nice person, so fine. Another waiter comes over asking for our orders...major confusion I thought we were moving! We moved. Dirty table. No menus. Missing chair part 2. Water takes a while. Finally get to ordering and the server does that whole "memorized it" act.Ugh, can you please just write it down for my own sanity?! And then she comes over and wastes everyone's time going over our order..which she in fact did mess up in her memorizing multiple times. And one of my friends order's was messed up. There were people allll over our table because the space between the bar and the table is reminisce. There was tons of drunk leftover people from Running of the Santas..again not Misconduct's fault, but they could have dealt with it way better. Like after moving us I thought they'd put the first appetizer on the house or something. Terrible service, so-so food. Rant over. Aria out.
(1)Ant M.
Many times when I'm out and about in Center City and I either forget to pack a post-workout meal, I might leave it to chance to try and find a good place to eat. Maybe a sushi house or an American Bistro restaurant. And that is what I found the night the first time I went into Misconduct Tavern. I've walked by this place many times in the past but it was always loud and boisterous and this was all before I even knew the name of the place. Talk about eponymous? I "Go up in the spot" and yes, the "Misconduct" is off the chain. One can only imagine the secret rendezvous taking place or the "Hook-ups" pending once the drinks start to take effect. The service was quick and I immediately saw a healthy alternative than what I packed. I ordered the Salmon Sliders and the Avocado fries. The crowd was LOUD and BOISTEROUS but contained. If you want peace, quaint and private, this ain't the place. Just live with it and enjoy. So there I sat taking in the sights and sounds of the atmosphere in anticipation of eating the Salmon Sliders because 1.) I was famished from my workout and 2.) if they were good, I was returning and this place would become my "Go to" spot for something good like Salmon and Avocado fries (I'm thinking maybe once or twice/month, lol). My server was prompt and attentive but a little stand-offish ( *sniff sniff, I didn't smell at all. I can usually tell and I DID shower prior to my workout. I like a clean sweat Lol) The Salmon Sliders arrived and they were garnished with a flavorful sauce and the sprouts making it look just like how I make my burgers at home. Now all I have to do is learn how to make the Avocado fries and I'm good. But overall the food was good. I got my protein sources met, a few carbs to tie me over until I go home and I was good. Nice place. It's busy, fast paced and it's socially fun. Like most places such as this, its easy to meet and chat up people so if you like to do that, here is the place for you along with some good tasty food too.
(3)Elaine M.
I have been to Misconduct Tavern a few times for drinks and once to eat. It is ALWAYS packed for happy hour and when big Philly sports games are on. It is almost impossible to score a table or seat at the bar unless you are able to grab something as someone else leaves. I had a taste of their fries - they were good. And I had a mac & cheese dish a while back. I remember it being good, large and rather heavy. Misconduct has a nice selection of craft beer, and "upscale" bar food. If you don't mind waiting around, or are just looking to mingle at happy hour, this is a solid choice.
(3)Brad P.
Pesto bacon mac n cheese. You don't need to know anything else about this place other than pesto bacon mac n cheese. A waitress suggested this, thinking it was quirky and that I wouldn't like it. Well she is an idiot and so are you if you get anything else besides the pesto bacon mac n cheese. Seriously. Don't get the wings or anything else because you will be wasting your time and money. My rating is purely based on the pesto bacon mac n cheese.
(4)Jack J.
Ha. What a joke. We sat down and our waitress got us water. Subsequently did not take our order and ignored us for 20 minutes. We got up and left, and of course, no one noticed us leaving.. must have worn my invisibility cloak by accident! Everyone and I mean EVERYONE there was Caucasian at 10pm on a Friday night, and our table was the only minority there. Was the service related to our ethnicity? Who knows but one can only wonder.
(1)Ashley S.
This is a great place to come for drinks, and it is my go to spot on a Saturday night. They are usually packed on weekend nights, but for some reason we always find a table for our large group. They have a good selection of craft beers on tap and a lot more in bottles. Their food is ok. I had salmon sliders once and they were acceptable, but I usually just come for drinks. In the summer, they have tables out front which are nice. And in the fall when it's a little too cold to sit out there, they have heaters which make it tolerable.
(4)S M.
My experience took place Saturday May 9, 2015. I currently live in the D.C. area, but I was in town for the Mothers Day Weekend being as though my mother and family are from the Delaware area. After planning a spa day surprise at the Aria for my mother, we decided to get lunch. As you may know there are a lot of restaurants near the location, but based on some general yelp reviews we decided to come to this establishment. The hostess was very nice and offering us seating on the top level on the right side of the bar. Once we were seated in the section, we saw the waitress look at us, bring food to a table that was diagonal to the right of us. As she walked back toward our table, I thought she would stop and acknowledge us. She did not. As she walked back out looked at us again, then walked to a table that was in the same section as ours as well as next to the table she was just serving ,and I assumed asked if they were doing okay, because she didn't have anything in her hands. I then thought she would then acknowledge us, to ask if we wanted water, or drinks etc... She did not. She walked directly past our table again without saying a word. Another party came in 2 men and a woman (they were Caucasian / my mother, my sister, and myself are African American) sat adjacent to our table. The waitress came back out and went directly to them, acknowledged them, and asks them did they want anything. At this point I was perplexed. They received their water, and we had yet to be acknowledged. Another waitress came into the section (this was the first time I seen her, I think she may have been walking towards the bar) and asked if we've been helped. I advised her no, and she asked if what we would like to order. She was very polite, and took our drink orders. When she brought us our drinks, I asked about how the sections were broken up, she made it clear that they were not, and she asked why the inquiry. I explained to her that The other waitress walked past our table twice, looked at us, and did not acknowledge us, and went to the table that was adjacent. Our other waitress was empathetic and apologized. By this time the other table had already received their food. The one waitress did her best to accommodate and give good customer service, but I was upset by what happened. I asked her for a business card of the establishment as well as name of the other waitress who chose to ignore myself and my family. I try to be understanding in most situations, but I would like to mention that there were only 2 other parties (a Caucasian party of 2 women and a Caucasian family of 4 with a baby) in the section when we first arrived, so it was not super busy... I wrote and email to the manager and I wanted to make them aware of this situation, and see how they would respond, before I wrote a review. The acknowledge my email advised they would look into the matter and would get back to me. They never got back to me which is fine. I just don't want one bad apple to spoil an establishment of what may usually give good service. I come to Philadelphia time to time for business and I have never received such service at a restaurant. If it was advised to me that The one waitress is truly physically colored blind then I will be a bit more understanding, but in 2015 prejudice and racism is never acceptable. Being racist is truly Misconduct. I would never suggest someone getting fired especially in these hard economic times, but I do believe people who work with people of all races, religions, sexual orientations, and etc.. should be educated to treat everyone with respect. On a positive note, the restaurant had a great atmosphere, was very clean, and my food was pretty good which what I would have wrote for my review. On another note my Mom ordered her burger well done and it came out very pink.. I give the food 3 stars and the service by 1 waitress 0 stars and the Other waitress 4 stars. Overall experience I guess a 2..
(1)Jacqueline O.
This is a great after work hangout. Especially if your trying to pick up a hot guy in a suit... Because let me tell you there are many. There is a great beer list and apps. I recommend the fried avocado... To die for! They also have a ton of tvs and they are always playing the good games. So if your with a boring crowd. No worries there's still entertainment. So if your in the flirty mood and want some beers head on over to misconduct.
(4)Ainsley A.
Everything was meh. The avocado fries and onion rings were great going down, but there was so much grease that it caused them to come back up- they did NOT taste as good in reverse. The burger was cooked to a nice medium rare, but lacked flavor and cheddar cheese which I requested. The mac and cheese with bacon needed a ton of salt which is surprising since bacon is extremely salty. Probably will not come back for food- i'll stick to booze at this bar.
(2)Tonya M.
I'd give more stars...rating only on the atmosphere. Came in for a few beers for happy hour and had a blast! Came back to a way different crowd! It was really crowded (I know it's Friday) but lots of screaming "bros" and young girls....I'd definitely recommend coming and leaving early unless you're into being pushed, screamed at and spilled on.
(3)Colleen M.
First timer here.. Walked over after Good Dog bar had a 45 min wait for 2. Misconduct seemed just as busy but they sat us down right away.. Points for that! Pretty decent draft list.. Could have some more wines being that this seems to be a seafood based place, but then again I couldn't pick up on the vibe in there, maybe they rather just focus on beer. Ordered the mussels and blue fish sliders.. The mussels were nice and fat and the juice was buttery and delish. Blue fish sliders were on special and also good. Very interesting combo as they had some fennel on there. Added a good crunch. Would love to return and try some other items like the mac and cheese.
(4)Michelle P.
Misconduct Tavern makes many Philadelphia lists of best spot to watch a game. I can see that...depending on where in the bar you are located in the bar The game day vibe is great throughout the establishment, and at least during my visit, rival fans were able to stand side by side in peace. Some of the TVs just happen to be a little small. Like with most sports bars, it was also pretty crowded during the Eagles game. It was great that they had TV designated to non-Eagles games and had the Eagles game on the large screen and some scatter screens, but if you weren't in view of the larger TVs or right by the smaller screens, you may have well been in the nosebleeds at the Linc. As far as beer and food the selection went beyond a typical sports bar. I was enjoying various IPAs and pumpkin drafts throughout my visit, and got to try some of my husband's Hot Capocollo Sandwich. It was a house cured pork shoulder with fresh mozzarella, onion and a type of roast pepper. It was well behind your typical pork sandwich and rather enjoyable. They also offer game day beer specials. Not surprisingly, the service wasn't quick during a game. It's frustrating but hard to place fault during what is probably one of the busiest times of the week. It is what it is, so come prepared to wait a little. The servers may have been busy but they weren't overwhelmed and were pleasant to interact with. So I was all set to give Misconduct a 3 star review based on the TV situation, but I think I'm going to have to bump them up to a 4 when you take into account the overall package and add in realistic expectations of a sports bar on game day.
(4)Jessie H.
Didn't try the food here. I came with some friends on a Friday night around 10pm, it was packed as hell up in here. It was also super bright. Not saying there is anything wrong with brightly lit places but let's say you're drinking and starting to turn up....too much light...maybe that just's me. This place is probably good to watch games since they have a lot of TVs.
(3)Luba P.
Get the basil lemonade! What a great happy hour place!!! This place is like a more spacious version of Alpha/Devils Alley. And they actually have semi healthy and cheap appz! Also, the specialty cocktails are just $5...and the basil lemonade one was amazing!!! Also, the avocado fries were sooo good, never had them before, but can't wait to try them again. Plus the chicken tenders were some of the lightest and moistest...ever! They were not super greasy or covered in yucky bread coating. Loved them. Although the french and honey mustard dipping sauces were pretty terrible, the BBQ was great. Wasn't too much of a fan of the edamame because it was swimming in beer juice, so it wasn't as dry and salty as I like. The place got PACKED around 5:30-6 so make sure to get there early to grab a table. Plus, a great crowd of younger professionals, and they have big TVs for the sports liking people. PS. There is also a row of unisex bathrooms which is kinda unqiue!
(4)Rebecca G.
A friend and I came here for a couple of brews and a bite to eat Friday during happy hour, and I'm a fan! During happy hour, all draft beers are just $4. I chose the Allagash White, which later went well with the Chilean Sea Bass sliders that I ordered. The sliders themselves, lightly fried, were tasty, as was the side of fries that accompanied them. And the portions were generous- I only had room for two of the three sliders, and maybe 2/3 of the fries! Seated at one of the tables and not at the bar, the service was super-friendly, too!
(4)Elva L.
I gave a bad tip you guys. It was more a number that just popped into my head, after some preliminary math. In the car home after, I checked, and it was 13%. I feel kind of guilty about this. I never do this, honest. I don't know why, but I was just so ticked off by the whole experience. We really should have left after round two of drinks, at which point I still would have tipped 20% just as a matter of courtesy. The Boy wanted to stay because he already became attached to the food menu, big mistake. The thing I disliked the most about this place didn't even have to do with the food, which is extremely rare for me. It just was the most unpleasant service I can remember, and I don't plan to be back. When we arrived we gave a name and number to be placed on the wait list and was told it would be a 20 minute wait. I didn't actually catch what she said the first time, but after 20 minutes I went to check just to be sure she hadn't said 10 minutes. The hostess shares that she had originally said 20 minutes, and not 10; I can't verify this by memory, so I'll say she's right. At this point she says "I'm keeping an eye on it, I promise." The Boy is fresh off of about two months on crutches then a cane, and there we stood at the bar for at least 45 minutes before he just caved and asked bar neighbors if anyone could spare a chair. He got one. Then I begin my hunt for a chair, failing a total of 3 times before I could gain the attention of our hostess again. She had just seated another party. She apologized and asked if we were content at the bar and if she could help me find a chair. Accepting defeat after over an hour of waiting for a table, I acquiesced. We actually came here to catch the Phillies game. I am going to my first real life baseball game soon and I wanted to watch a game for practice. They didn't have the game on but had college football. I'm not a frequenter of sports bars, but I think the game specials were weak. Food was average and uninspired. We had raw oysters (on second thought not the smartest order from a dive-y establishment), avocado fries (not as good as it sounded like it'd be), mac'n'cheese with basil pesto (probably the best thing we had), and bratwursts (meh). I tried a sweet tea lemonade, because I always like the taste. Like the food, this was not bad or good news, it was no news at all. The food's competently executed, to be sure, especially given that it's a (sports) bar, but I would need to be wowed by the food to put up with the incompetence. Our bartender/waiter, I should say, was a-okay. The atmosphere feels like Tavern on Broad, but the food is admittedly better (which is really not saying much). The treated wood at the bar was peeling and sticky. Menus had broad streaks from wiping (which is better than sticky, I suppose). The crowd is one note and really loud. I think even if we were seated right away, it would still have been only a 3 star experience and I never would have left eager to return. In retrospect, I feel bad for the 13% tip, and I think I really should have left instead of letting the service and the wait sour an afternoon.
(2)Vichet O.
I'm a fan. The food is pretty damn good, and the expansions give this place a perfect layout for bringing a friend or 10. Couple that with great beer and reasonable prices, and you've snagged yourself a dirty Cambodian. Me. I'm the dirty Cambodian. Anyway, if you are looking to catch a game, or just catch up with friends, Misconduct is a great place to do it. Plus, you can sort of feel like you're on a boat.
(4)Lucas T.
Swell bar. Plenty of tvs and friendly staff. Food was pricey and not the best. Beer was great though.
(3)Terry M.
I visited Misconduct to watch my Gunners in an FA Cup match. A very good reason considering that Misconduct is kind enough to host the Philadelphia Gooners. The Arsenal supporters from Philadelphia. Aside from a great group of people which made everyone feel welcome, you could tell that the staff shared the same outlook, there were friends, hugs and hive fives with varying nods... all of which made you feel instantly welcome. "The Good" - The staff were amazing from the table service to the bartenders it was a well oiled machine. They also took note of walking in between the tables when the game was on, which is a small thing, but very much appreciated. - The food was tasty, I just had some appetizers but they were decent Higher pub grub, with fancy names ;) - Guinness on Tap. - The restrooms are a run of doors that hold individual rest rooms for one person. You did not however find yourself trapped and they were big enough to spin without hitting a wall, so you did not feel cramped. They were also very clean and well kept. - The main bar area and tables were also very clean and it is noticeable as the entire frontage is a giant window, for people watching and sunlight. "The Meh" - Nothing really Meh to comment on. "The Bad" - Street Parking. Not their fault, their problem.
(4)Noopur S.
A great atmosphere with meh food. This place is a ghost-town when I've went there on weekends during brunch time, which is surprising, but that was okay. Its interior is a cool soccer-bar vibe but the waiters are not the most attentive. The food takes an especially long time to come out, which is odd because I usually order mac and cheese. Avoid going there when its busy (around evening time) because service is slight and it's so crowded you can't get through dinner without people running into you on their ways to the bar! Worth a visit, overall, though, if only to taste the mac and cheese (I suggest you split it with a friend!) or during a soccer match. P.S. the avocado fries - not good.
(3)Catherina D.
In my opinion, one of the best priced happy hours in the city! Their draft list is long and starts at $4, their cocktail list is a little short however, but they are good and you can really taste the alcohol. We came strictly for the happy hour but were tempted by the mussels. We ordered them and they were delicious! The shells were huge and the meat was plump and juicy (we definitely needed more bread for dipping!). The staff was attentive, friendly, and quick. She came 5 mins before happy hour was over to ask if we wanted anything else before it finished. I really appreciated that!
(5)Rich B.
Not the worst place, but far from the best. Been here a handful of times, mostly for Philly Beer Week & Happy Hour. Can always find a good craft beer here. $4 drafts during happy hour.They have about 12 taps, with about 8 decent choices.Had my 1st Founders Rubaeus here. It was served in a12 oz. pilsner glass which was fine until the guy sitting next to me got the same beer in a pint glass. We chatted, and it turns out he's a regular. Special treatment? Not cool. Last time I was there I sat down at the bar, and the bartender passed me twice w/o giving me a menu ( which was laying on the bar about 5 feet away) I got up and got it myself. The atmosphere is nicer w/ the expansion, but has that sports bar feel which I'm not crazy about. Never tried the food, Some of it looks and sounds O.K. The "regular" I spoke to said the food is good, but the prices have gone up and the portions are smaller. To sum it up, O.K for a draft or 2 during Happy Hour; but I've had much better brews and service just down the block @ Locust Vous or Perch Pub.
(2)Bryan L.
Fun way to grab a drink and a bite before a concert. Mac and Cheese with duck confit was awesome and my wife loved the French onion soup. Everything else else food/drink wise was good but not great. Atmosphere was what you expect from a sports bar, but the ship decor was very cool.
(4)Janelle R.
I recently visited Misconduct Tavern for a few drinks with a friend after work during happy hour. This was my first visit here because with a name like 'Misconduct Tavern' I always imagined it to be a hole-in-the-wall, dark & dirty bar. Boy, was I wrong. This place was hoppin'. Very crowded, as it was the Friday before Christmas week. The inside was bright, clean & very inviting. Although it was packed, the hostess found us an open table in the back, we ordered a few drinks & a side of fries. Drinks & fries were very good, service was fast & attentive. Would definitely come back here for drinks again!
(5)Anand T.
been here a couple of times, but the last time I was here was last Saturday and my brother and I ordered Mac and Cheese with bacon and Mac and Cheese with Mushrooms. I must say those dishes were AMAZING I mean everything in the Mac N Cheese complemented well with everything on the dish, but the highlight of the dish was definitely the cheese as it had that nice melt in your mouth flavor that you get with a dish with melted cheese. For all those out there that love Mac and Cheese come here as you won't be disappointed and for the price it's definitely worth it.
(5)Reem C.
Not a bad bar at all. The food is pretty good. The last item I had off the menu was a chicken pesto wrap with a side salad. You're probably thinking, "this isn't bar food," but it was good. To me, it's location can make it easy to miss if you don't frequent the area. How many people think, "let's cruise down Locust Street." During the lunch hours, it's pretty empty and service is fast. There is some decent competition, considering Fado is directly across the street and Fox and Hound is literally a block away. In comparison to Fado and Fox and Hound, I would go to Misconduct for the food, hang out at Fado if I wanted to watch Manchester United or another football (soccer) from one of the prominent European leagues and go to Fox and Hound to watch a boxing or UFC pay per view event.
(3)Katie F.
Great atmosphere, good drinks, delicious food and friendly, efficient staff. I would definitely come back here. The prices are decent and it's totally worth it.
(5)Chris T.
Worst breakfast I've had in philly. It is a standard sports bar type with TV's everywhere and high tables. To be expected in the area I guess. I got drug here by an arsenal fan and I am having a hard time wondering why arsenal picked this place for their meeting points. Their special for the game was $5 bud lights even though this group packs the bar. I ordered Huevos Rancheros and it came out on flour tortillas with a little bit of salsa and beans sprinkled on them (no huevos rancheros sauce) and the eggs off to the side. My friend ordered a frittata that tasted like the salt shaker had fallen into it. Don't waste your time or money with this place. Head to Fado's across the street if you want to see a game.
(1)Lea T.
Since their renovations last year I've been meaning to check out this spot. Seems to me that the 20-somethings and young professionals frequent this bar earlier in the night (around 8-11pm) and then move to some other late night locations. The bar isn't huge but they have TVs and it is partially outdoors with the large floor-to-ceiling windows in the front. I stopped by for brunch on a sunny day in June. I loved sitting at the high top tables right in the open doorway of the restaurant. The brunch menu featured a few drink specials and a few appetizer specials, but my friend and I opted for mimosas and omelets. We decided to also try the "brunch fries" with hollandaise and bacon. The menu has the typical bar food options, but it seems that customers are very fond of their customizable mac n' cheese with toppings like arugula, bacon, jalepeno, etc. The mac n' cheese portion also looks entree-sized if you are worried about sharing. I was curious about our omelets which were listed on the menu as "create your own" for $6. We both got egg whites and cheese, then I added mushrooms and my friend added bacon. The omelets came out with a piece of toast and a weird looking hashbrown. It was like a frozen hashbrown patty and not at all appetizing. The omelet was on the small side with not much filling so I was curious when we got the bill about one charge for $7.75 and the other omelet charge for $8.25... I really hate when restaurants don't list the additional charges since they could honestly just make up a price... The hollandaise fries were much better than our omelets and the mimosas were $9.50 each. Personally I would come back here to meet up for a drink, but I wouldn't try the food again anytime soon.
(3)Dana S.
Came here to watch the NFL games on Sunday. It was awesome because they had the TVs labeled by what game would be showed, so we grabbed a seat based on this. It then changed like three times, lucky for us they didn't move our targeted game, I don't think some others were so lucky. Then we had several issues with service. Food/drink were ordered. It sometimes didn't come at all. It sometimes came wrong. Both scenarios resulted in us scrutinizing the bill which was incorrect as some of the food that was misordered or never delivered was on it. We also had a problem with a server telling us something was on special and then us being charge a regular price. That also had to be corrected. It got super super crowded (not necessarily a bad thing depending how you feel about it). A little to crowded for my taste. In short, not rushing back.
(2)Claudia L.
The food is surprisingly better than expected here. However, the service needs to be improved. Every single time I go and sit outside, they basically forget about you. Food is one thing, but if the service isn't good, forget it.
(2)Kris P.
Misconduct was always one of my favorite spots for lunch or a drink after work when I worked in Center City. I've since moved out of Philly, but met up with friends last weekend for drinks and apps and was so happy that I still love it just as much as I did when I lived in Philly! The place was crowded but service was excellent and food was really good. I would definitely recommend Misconduct for the food and atmosphere.
(5)Rachel F.
I went to Misconduct last night after hearing it was a a new spot for young professionals. I haven't been there for a few years -- when they still had the $5 lunch burger, and I was surprised by the expansion. They have a lot more space and TVs. The scene was OK. Kind of bright, but OK to peep a number of tables filled with attractive-ish men. My friend and I ordered the hot dogs and sea bass sliders. We were hesitant to order the sea bass after the bartender told us he preferred the lamb sliders. Well, we certainly made poor choices because both items were pretty bad. I'm talking "bad" as in worst food I've had at a Philadelphia bar-resto in a while. The bratwurst was dry and thin as a sharpie. The "sea bass" was more akin crab cakes with WAAAYYYY too much filler. They were mealy and not flavorful. The only saving grace were the fries, which were probably the only average to slightly-above-average thing we tasted. Bar service was kinde of slow and I was suprised that my beer was $9 for a pumpkin imperial stout. No wonder they do not include prices on the draft list. Overall, disappointing. No better than the other sub-par bars around that general vicinity. Would much rather go to Good Dog or Monks.
(2)Lauren F.
One of the worst bars I've ever entered. I ordered a dirty Girl Scout and the bartender gave me the wrong drink. He claimed I ordered the un-minty drink I had in my hand. Later that night, I went to the bar across the street. I checked my bank statement and realized I was double charged--the bartender swiped my card twice for the same amount. I went back to the bar and confronted them. They brought out the manager and she insisted it was my bank's fault that the bill showed up on my statement twice but she also gave me forty dollars in cash while saying this nonsense. Not to mention, I was waiting for the manager a few feet away from the kitchen door, and as a chef walked by, he snatched my phone out of my hand. I was totally not having it that night. I went up to him and he handed my phone back but when I asked him why he grabbed my phone out of my hand, he said he did not do such a thing. Also, this chef claimed he was the manager and the owner of the bar. I didn't buy that bull crap because I talked to the manager prior to this new incident. Also, they dramatically escorted me out of the bar because they didn't want other customers to know about the incidents above. And there was a lonely, old man (customer) who said something very nasty to me. Overall, this place is horrendous . I would give this place 0 out of 5 stars if I could.
(1)Brian H.
Middle evening bar visit review only: The kick up from 1 star to 2 was due to the bathrooms, new, clean, designed and adorned to an eclectic degree. After sucking down some $1 oysters and beers at a different location, my two friends and I needed a change of venue. We slipped off Locust Street into Misconduct, a name I remembered from reading my daily dose of Yelp reviews. ;-) This place is nothing special, a few TV's, beer on tap, and a specific asshole bartender trying to act cool who thought it appropriate to criticize one of my friends. The bartender did not even know him, probably just trying to impress a certain young woman sitting at the bar. Hey, you're a 50ish year old trying to pick up 27 year old girls with your stellar career working as a bartender. Good luck with that.
(2)Augustina G.
The place has a nautical theme. I can get down with that. Been here a few times during happy hour and even on the weekend and the service generally seems to be a hit or miss. The host stand could be more attentive when people are walking in. Their drink list is rotates seasonally and there isn't a cider I've had there on tap that I've disliked. Within the last year or so ago, there were renovations on expanding the space and they did a really a great job with making it feel a lot less cramped. The open windows/doorways are convenient when it's nice out. I'm pretty sure that happy hour does not include food specials, which is unfortunate. I really like their mac and cheese. I really do not like the fact that it starts at $10 (given the portion size) as the base price and you can add additional items on it...for an additional fee, so you can have a pretty plate in front of you. I'm digging their avocado fries. That stuff is great! I just wish the portion size was bigger. Maybe that's my American fatty mentality speaking. The bathrooms are also very clean, which should make you comfortable doing your business. They also play soccer games and this place draws Arsenal supporters, so Spurs fan should probably stay away. You've been warned...
(4)Dan D.
Not so satisfied with the service I got at this place. The waiter looked like her was up all night from looking closely at his reflection. If you aren't going to give a s***, should I actually tip you? This is your job like it or not do it right.
(1)Punita F.
Being here on a Sunday was a little intense, especially since the Eagles were playing. If your coming here to watch your local team (Eagles) get here a bit early. Otherwise it is standing room only. I ordered one appetizer (Avocado fries) and they weren't as good as I expected. The batter wasn't seasoned and the avocados weren't quite ripe. For my cocktail I ordered the Moscow Mule. Now, I didn't expect it to be served in the traditional copper mug but when I got it there was so much ice that it was gone in 4 sips. Not worth $10. Service was better than expected. Our server was very friendly and so was the hostess that greeted us.
(3)Matthew W.
From the name I expected a bar that was less fancy and little more rockish, however, it is still a cool place to grab drinks and food with friends. The staff is very friendly and quick. The bar selection is good. I did not have any food but it smelled awesome. It is right in center city so there are plenty of other bars to walk to if you don't like this one or want to bar hop. Septa and patco are close as well.
(3)Angela A.
My husband and I have eaten here twice. The first time we ate at Misconduct the food was okay - enough to make us want to come back again. The next (and last) time we went there, it was atrocious. I ordered a Diet Coke, but when I took a drink out of the glass it tasted like vodka had been mixed in with the diet coke. I asked the waitress if my drink was only diet coke, and she said yes. My husband even tried it, and thought the same as I did. I don't know. Weird. On to our meal (we were the only couple in the restaurant). I ordered the carnita tacos and my husband had the hot dog. Both of our meals had a funky aftertaste, almost a musky flavor. We didn't eat half of our meals, so we asked for the check and left. Well later that night we both got very sick, and vomited all night (we shared each other's food at lunch). So on top of the horrible food, we suffered from food poisoning also. To state the obvious, we won't be back. Fado, which is right across the street, is much better in my opinion.
(1)Syvan T.
After going to a concert at the Kimmel we decided to try the Misconduct Tavern. The bar area was pretty loud when we came in but we sat to the right of the bar where the tables are and were able to have a conversation that didn't involve screaming over music. We sat down and shortly after our waiter came over to take our order. We ordered the Misconduct Burger and the Chipotle Chicken hot dog. Both are recommended and even the fries it came with were good. It's a good place to get bar type food with a twist.
(4)Alicia O.
I've been to Misconduct twice and I feel like I should write too separate reviews cause they felt like two completely different bars. (I think they renovated the bar somewhat recently.) First time I was here, I walked into a small, dark bar. Plenty of tables and seats. My friends and I ordered some burgers. Our food was decent and I filed it in the back of my head if I ever needed a low key bar to grab some food and drinks if I was in the area again. A year or so later, I returned. Misconduct was not the small, dark bar anymore. They opened the place up and it's a lot brighter, but holy crap it was CROWDED. I was here on a Friday during the holidays and it was insane. We barely found a spot near the bar and we somehow were able to grab a drink. Servers kept asking me to move. People also trying to a spot kept rubbing against me. I starting feeling claustrophobic, so we finished our drinks and went elsewhere. I've walked by a few times since then and it always seems crowded. Might be back, but definitely not a weekend night.
(3)Majlinda K.
We were here bright and early on a Sunday to watch a soccer match and i instantly loved this place! They have a massive HDTV screen in the main area and a real fireplace. We ordered coffee to start (since it was 8am) and it was delicious!! I am a coffee addict and really thought their coffee was really strong and delicious especially for a sports bar, its only $1.50 a cup. The brunch specials for sundays are really great. I got the fritatta and it was under $7 and it came with hashbrowns, little fruit and bread. I would reccomend this place for brunch! Oh and the staff was extremely friendly.
(4)John B.
One of my favorite Friday happy hour stops!! Good beer selection and great various slider dishes.
(5)Michelle F.
Rude staff. DO NOT go here. Attempted to come here after my sister's wedding with a large group of people in their late 20's/early 30's. They let everyone in except my sister, who was still in her wedding dress. Really? We were with a group that was dressed in gowns and tuxes and the wouldn't let the bride in. What a bunch of a-holes.
(1)Meredith S.
Misconduct became my home away from home on Sundays during football season. They have numerous tv's spread across the bar broadcasting different games, in addition to a large projector screen for the home team game. I've only sat at the bar but the service is always on point. Most of the servers and bartenders are attentive and engage in conversation. I've had the wings and the mac n cheese, both of which I'd recommend (nothing out of this world but good). Younger, working crowd-late 20's, 30's-with some older regulars planted at the bar all night. Good place to grab a drink after work and definitely to catch any game on tv, especially football and soccer.
(4)Sara L.
Bigger is not always better. Misconduct has recently undergone a large scale renovation and expansion into the neighboring space, and has also undergone a global shift in atmosphere. What was once a cozy, yet bustling, unique gastro-pub has morphed into yet another mega-bar where you can have a generically "okay" beers and food experience. It's packed, loud, and rowdy - sometimes complete with fist pumping. The menu contents are the same, but execution of a lot of the food has been lacking. The customizable mac & cheese, in particular, has let me down. I guess it is good for the business that they were profitable enough as a small neighborhood stand-out to morph into an even more profitable scene, but it's not my scene.
(2)Jonny R.
I've heard lots about Misconduct. It's half-off happy hour is a draw for me, but you have to wonder why a restaurant has to offer such a deal to put people in seats. Still, a $4 Hop Slam is unbelievable. I need to visit again, but they were out of the oysters I wanted, and the roast pork sandwich was bland and flavorless really--the long hots had lost their heat, the provolone was minimal, and the broccoli rabe was chewy and sticky. The barkeep was sweet, but not too attentive (took me awhile to get a water, and when I did, it wasn't without ice like I requested). Good for a cheap drink at 5, but not to eat. I'll update soon, I suppose.
(2)Steve M.
I like misconduct for watching games, meeting friends, and if it's not mega-packed on a Saturday night, which it almost is, not a bad place to relax. Sunday games are good here. A lot of center city workers use it for their happy hour spot. It's a little more upscale clientele. Drinks are average for what you'll pay around this area. It's not a dance spot though, that's for sure.
(4)Melissa P.
Drinks: Decent bar, good drinks. I've been told their bloody mary's are really good. I like their Dark and Stormy. It doesn't get too crowded which is nice, unless there's a game on. Foodwise: There's a large mac and cheese selection where you can build your own. AWESOME. Avocado fries are good.
(3)Rose W.
Great place to pregame the Academy of Music to avoid their ~13 beers. Came here on a Wednesday, there's a nice happy hour 5-7 with $5 house cocktails $5 wine & more. I would eat somewhere else tho, the menu is a little weak (option wise)
(4)Alyssa R.
This is me and my friends go to place. I really do enjoy it however, they do not have good specials. We go here to watch games very frequently but it gets very expensive fast. Although it is a great casual date place or a place with a big group because we can usually secure a table in the back and all hang out around it. Theyre food is good also. Just wish they had some real game time specials.
(4)Lucas D.
As an Englishman I always think America does pubs badly. In an American bar, with all the light blacked out and the neon signs and what have you I feel like I'm doing something wrong. Like I'm in a brothel or a crack den. Not that I've been in any of those places you understand. But this place shows that American bars can be welcoming relaxing places without trying to theme themselves as British, Irish or German. The décor and the set up is very comfortable, there's lots of natural light, and you know what's weirdly amazing? The toilets. This is not something I would ever think would be factored in, but they're just great. I usually go here to watch the football and love getting the free refills on the coffee for $1.50. It's actually really good coffee. They also have a great selection of beers and ales. Not only from Europe, but also some local ales which are underrated. I always think the mark of a god bar is whether or not it supports it's local ale scene and Misconduct certainly does.
(5)Chelsea H.
Well, I went her this weekend and it started off great. The waitress was super friendly but after we got our beer we did not see here again for another 15 mins. She never even came over to ask how I liked my salad. I got the golden beet salad which was a complete disappointment and I love beets. The orange vinaigrette was terrible. After finally get our second drink, we just asked for a check cuz God knows how long it would have taken for her to come back again. If I return, it will be for drinks at the bar!
(1)Jessica C.
I've only been once and it was on a Sunday night, so take this with a grain if salt: the place was empty. That's either good or bad, depending on what you are looking for. The beer selection was solid. Definitely go for the sliders.
(3)Nicole H.
Great choice for happy hour, with insanely cheap drinks and very good bar food. And the service ROCKS. They're so friendly and willing to help. And the "new" bathrooms are a step up from the old, gross ones downstairs. Last time I visited a friend left his backpack with a very expensive laptop in it behind a table. We called around 1:30 am when we realized it was missing and they said they couldn't find anything. We headed over in the pouring rain just to check, and confirmed it wasn't there. Then, around 2 am, we got a call that they'd found it (they accidentally thought it was a server's). How nice of them to call and stay open til we came back to pick it up. They could've waited til the next day to call, which would've ruined his night. Or they could've stolen everything in there. Or a dozen other less awesome things. So thanks, Misconduct, for providing us with tasty and cheap drinks & eats and for being solid people to boot. We'll all be back many times to come - can't wait for the expansion to open!
(5)Rumit P.
Really excellent ambiance (sports bar with huge TVs above the bar), big two-level dining space with plenty of bar stools/tables and booths, and packed just enough to make you enjoy good beer, good food, and good crowd of 20-40-somethings. We went for happy hour and really enjoyed the drink specials. I ordered the dark and stormy, which was served in a mason jar. Although there is no food specials for their happy hour, the appetizers were affordable at regular price, and they came piping hot and tasty. What did we get? Onion rings and avocado fries--highly recommended! The onion rings were small fat curls fried to perfection and the avocado fries were a great finger food to accompany the drinks---all for such reasonable prices ($7.50 and $5, respectively). The server was really attentive and friendly, offering to replenish drinks and checking in on us often but not necessarily annoyingly often! Random aside: They even have several individual unisex bathrooms, which is unusual but cool. Misconduct Tavern is close to everything, has great food and service, and is definitely worth the visit.
(4)Kate M.
Second time in a row coming here and they have overcharged on beers the entire night. I think it's become their policy to try to rip customers off. If you try to ask them about it they just shrug and swipe your card for what they want to charge you. The food also sounds a lot more appetizing than it is.
(2)R H.
My wife and I were visiting Philly for the weekend. We stopped in for some Oysters and drinks before dinner, and the owner happened to be right next to us at the bar. Couldn't have been nicer! The oysters were great and so were the drinks. Even gave us a couple drinks on the house. Very cool.
(5)Bill M.
Even before I ever set foot in Misconduct it was one of my favorite ever bar names in Philly. But being the slacker that I am and given the Rittenhouse Square areas VAST bar competition, it took catching up with my friend before she set sail for a move to Hawaii to finally get me to go and see what this bar had to offer. And I'm kind of disappointed that it took so long, because Misconduct was definitely the beer centered bar with some decent cocktails and pub food goodness that I expected it to be. While I wouldn't completely consider it a beer haven. The rotating mix of 12 drafts and 50+ bottles does give it an amicable list, especially when you factor in the $4 drafts on Happy Hours and drink specials that they offer on a regular basis. As for food the jumbo wings with dry rubs easily contended with some of the other best wings candidates in the city. And the house made beer battered fried pickles definitely made for an interesting bite. But overall the menu offers some well rounded and interesting pub fare. Upon entry don't be swayed because Misconduct is definitely larger than it looks, even more so if/when the extension construction that was going on has completed. And it can be a solid destination for Phillies games.
(4)Philip F.
If you like bad service come here. We'll maybe it is more like no service and being ignored.
(1)Joshua R.
Great place to go for happy hour in center city. They recently expanded, which seems to have just made the place more popular, rather than add space, definitely can get crowded at times. Recommend the basil lemonade, delicious and refreshing.
(4)Rebecca Z.
First visit after their expansion... It was a busy night, about 20 minutes for a table but found seats at the bar. They had a good selection of beer. The lighting of the place was brighter than expected. They have multiple unisex bathrooms in the back of the restaurant. (I miss the old bathrooms tho). The food was alright. Its a place to come for the atmosphere with good friends to have a good time.
(3)kate j.
This is my favorite spot in Center City for after-work drinks. They have a great beer and cider selection and there is always a good crowd - usually young professionals looking to have a relaxed, fun time after the day is done. Be sure to look for "Ben Franklin" at the bar - the guy who plays Ben in the Old City tours rides his bike here for a drink every night!
(4)Erin S.
We had a group of six and we were seated for drinks at a hightop in no time, although the place was packed (we went on a Friday night around 11). We had amazing service and enjoyed our time. Good music, great atmosphere, and plenty of bathrooms so no wait! Overall we had an excellent time and will be back to try the food next time.
(5)Lauren P.
Such a fun place! The food is delicious especially the Mac and cheese! Great place to watch a game or have a delish dinner!
(5)Lauren C.
Swung by on Friday night with some friends. We came from the Irish Pub... which I hate... so I walked through the door with a good buzz, happy to have coerced my friends away from the bar I avoid for the same reasons I avoid Manayunk at night. I've been to Misconduct to booze before, and to eat, and both left great tastes in my mouth. This particular night, the place was packed. The Boston Police were hot in pursuit of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, and the whole bar was getting involved in the chase. The place was buzzing! When they finally caught him, everyone was cheering. It was great! Unfortunatly, the influx of people meant a decline in service. I only tried to order 2 things- a pint, and Mac and cheese, and didn't have any personal issues, but I watched as some of the guys I was with tried to flag down a bar tender using cash money, but couldn't catch her gaze. These are big, strong, corn fed, american boys that are tough to miss. Especially with a few beers in them. It was really bizarre to me that she was giving them the cold shoulder. My pint was perfect, and the mac and cheese was AMAZING. It usually is. I got the standard issue mac and cheese, but they have all sorts of mix-ins that you can add to enhance the already masterful dish. They make it so when you take a bite, you get those lovely, gooey, cheesy strands that act as a bridge from your fork back to the dish reminiscent of mozarella sticks. It's rich, flavorful, comforting, and happiness-inducing. Unforutnatly for me, I had a few too many drinks, and ate a bit too late in the game... so I ended up taking the majority of my mac home with me... but it also makes a great breakfast! I'll be back to Misconduct for sure, but if it was as packed as it was last Friday, I think I'd be a tad wary of the service. If you can't get a drink in the first 3-5 minutes of trying, I'd head somewhere else to avoid a night of frustration.
(4)Neil D.
For me, it comes down to an issue with management. I was there on a Friday night with several friends. They turned the lights on at 1:35. Their real goal is to make sure the doors are locked and closed by 2 AM with everyone out. PHYSICALLY out of the bar. The issue is, they don't attract the same crowd as a 21-year-old party bar. It's not Mcfaddens, or Finnigan's Wake, or Tavern on broad with sloppy drunk people everywhere. It's actually a much better crowd. But, they treat it as if they're running a college bar. Why have the same thug bouncers, and there are three or four of them, pushing people out the door at 1:45 when you are legally allowed to serve until 2 AM? They have remodeled, and it attracts a fun, diverse crowd. Unfortunately for this place, the management's direction for this bar does not align with the patrons it attracts. It's unfortunate. Overall, I give the bartenders a five star for their very pleasant and prompt service. But, I would give the overall attitude of the bar 2 stars For the shortsightedness of the owners to treat this place like it's a seedy college bar. And for me, the general negative impression of the bar trumped the positive service of the bar employees.
(3)Nalynn P.
While this one experience may not be entirely indicative of how all of Misconduct's staff usually treats its customers, I had to finally write my first review to share how horribly my friends and I were treated last night, Wed 11/6, by the bartender. Six of us were seated at the bar during happy hour. The bartender had been keeping some of us on the same tab, but most of my party had already cashed out by the end of hh. When it came time to close out and I asked for the bill, it had mine and 1 other person's drinks on it. We asked the bartender 2 questions about the happy hour pricing and what drink was what. Instead of just getting what we asked for, some answers, we were met with eye-rolling, judging and patronizing remarks. He proceeded to throw our receipts back in our faces, continue making rude remarks, and instead of returning my change directly, he aggressively flapped my money in my face while lecturing me on separate checks. After I expressed to him how I did not enjoy his condescension, he then threw my friend's credit card back in her face. I understand that it can be frustrating to deal with large parties. I have worked in the service industry, I know how it feels when you're tired and the last thing you want to do is deal with what you feel is your customer's incompetence. But never did I let that lead me to treat my customers the way we were treated last night. So what if a couple of tipsy girls have a few questions about the calculation of a couple of drinks? Just answer the question, show them even an inkling of hospitality. Especially when these customers are generous tippers who are likely to return to your establishment. I have never ever been treated this poorly in a restaurant or bar in my life. I am beyond disappointed because I generally love Misconduct's food and drinks and have often frequented it in the past. After last night, I'll have to think twice before going back. Second star is for the good times we've had Misconduct, but last night you only deserved one.
(2)Meredith B.
Any place you can build your own mac & cheese is A-OK with me. Misconduct has a great location (15th and Locust) where its right off the square any right off broad street. The atmosphere is clean and inviting.... but at some points can be overwhelmingly crowded. Good selection of drinks as well. Service may be a little slow but that's purely because of the crowds. Misconduct is a standard YP bar (young professional) where you wont find college kids fist pumping. One thing to note I tried the pork belly skewers - It was basically bacon on a stick. I don't know if I'd order it again. There is so many other things on the menu I've liked over the years but this just wasn't one of them.
(3)Jay W.
The first time that I was at Misconduct they had a foie gras burger that my friend ordered. It looked AMAZING and I was very jealous. I went back and was disappointed to find that it was removed from the menu. I ordered the pulled pork slider instead, and was underwhelmed. The whole sandwich was pretty dry, I didn't finish it. The beer selection is nice, but I wouldn't come here just for a bar, it is kind of cramped for that.
(2)Stephanie S.
I love this place. It's easily forgotten when its right around the corner from Good Dog which gets all the attention, but honestly, sometimes I'd rather go to Misconduct!! The beer selection is great, always rotating their kegs, and the bottle selection is actually better than good dog, IMO. You can also get beer flights, if you aren't sure which draft to try! Happy hour specials are also better.. Half price burgers and select drafts! Awesome! Food here is bangin! I've never had a bad meal. Their house special hot dogs are the sh***t! They change em every day so ask your server! I've had a mahi mahi hot dog, and a duck hot dog. Amazing. The salmon burger is one of my favorites in the city. It's huge and so delicious. The Mac n cheese is yummy, avocado fries were good too. Go here, I def recommend it! Especially when good dog is too crowded and you want something close by on the same equal level.
(4)Michelle N.
This is my favorite happy hour place in city. Half price craft beer drafts. Good food. Lots of bathrooms. Nice big space so no longer have to wait forever for a table and sit all cramped up next to strangers. I dig it. Nice job Misconduct.
(5)Kelly C.
I've been a fan of Misconduct for years. And the tavern too. [Disclaimer: I know one of the owners as he is a neighbor of mine.] I love that they've expanded and remodeled. I used to feel claustrophobic in there because of how packed it would get sometimes. Even with the new space, there were a lot of people. I can't remember being at a bar which was that busy on a Monday night. I don't usually go out for Monday Night Football, but I guess that's what some of the people were there for. But now there was breathing room and plenty of seats at the bar. The food was great. It being cold and almost snowy out, I ordered French Onion Soup. It was perfect. To go with that, I had a French Dip sandwich. Know what's better than French Onion Soup and a French Dip sandwich? FOS on the FDS! I saved the last quarter of my soup with lots of onions to put in my sandwich. Yum. The staff is always friendly and on point. They have a great beer tap selection. And now lots more bathroom stalls without having to go downstairs like it used to be. Um... I can't end my review with bathrooms... It looked like the front had large glass door/windows that they could open up in nice weather to bring in that fresh air. And maybe they do outdoor seating too? I can't wait to check that out in the Spring.
(4)Diana K.
They have my favorite cocktail in the world as a happy hour special - The Dark and Stormy. I make it at home all of the time, but I love it even more when it is handed to me for $5 or less! I have heard great things about the food, so I will have to make another trip soon!
(4)August T.
Not what I expected. Good good. The grilled cheese with guacamole and bacon was awesome. Where did that bacon come from? ! Friendly and efficient staff. Noisy inside bit come football season it will be great!
(5)Gia M.
I rolled in to Misconduct around 6 PM on Valentine's Day, dying for a nice place to sit and sip a glass of wine before heading off to the Avenue of the Arts for a show. Since it was V-Day, we had been wandering for a while and just wanted to find somewhere with a seat and a decent happy hour. After using Yelp and a variety of happy hour apps to no avail (damn you, Valentine's Day!), we were waiting for a stoplight and I happened to look to my right and saw this bar's sign. I convinced the boyfriend to go in because I had recent;y heard about this place, and we were encouraged by the half off happy hour that continued until 7 PM. To be honest, I wish that we could have stayed longer. I loved the atmosphere inside the bar. It was completely nautical-themed, with sailcloth panels in the ceiling and dark wood reminiscent of the deck of a ship. We even had to climb up a small set of steep steps, which made me feel even more like I was on a ship. The bartender was friendly and joked around with us while he checked our IDs-- a little friendliness goes a long way-- and he proved to be helpful in specifying what was included in the happy hour (i.e., what wine was on special). In addition to the bartender being friendly, I also felt at home with the clientele (who were all a little older than I). A news show was on and the sound was muted, so I asked the couple next to us what was going on and that morphed into a pleasant conversation for a few minutes. After the friendly and inviting welcome of what could be a forbidding establishment, I am excited to return to Misconduct at some point, perhaps to try some of the food (which looked really tasty). Plus, the bathrooms are quite nice (private rooms and an ample amount of them); it's hard to find good bar bathrooms.
(4)Adam N.
We've been going to misconduct for years. The place is a great spot to watch any sporting event. So many TVs. That's why we keep going back. Food is average, and has gotten a bit expensive. Beer list is a bit odd, no standard options on the list, and the stuff they have isn't always the best quality. A few tweaks and this place could be a five star sports bar.
(4)Elyse M.
We go to this place a lot but Jason was an excellent severe. He went above and beyond at every chance. Even after a small spill on a white tshirt without asking he was there with the club soda. Hands down awesome guy made the bar the place to come back to
(5)Will S.
Mediocre food. Better atmosphere since renovation but still doesn't know what kind of bar it really is. Real closing time is 130am not 2am, they won't let you in.
(2)Jason T.
Food was good and drinks are made well but wait time was long. Server had way too many tables and not a smart move putting new bartenders on the day after Christmas.
(3)Jamie D.
Misconduct is a great center city happy hour spot. The food is awesome and their specials never disappoint. Their happy hour is half off SELECT drafts. On the draft list, you can tell which ones are on special by the (HH) next to them. I've noticed over the last few months that less and less of the draft list are half off at happy hour....which does sadden me. The mac n cheese is always delicious! Be careful though, it can get pricey the more stuff you add to it. All in all, the atmosphere is nice. The food is good. And the drink specials are okay.
(4)Frank P.
Good beer selection. Not overwhelmimg choices. Nice bar setup & love the remodel w/ extra bathrooms. Food is good but not spectacular
(3)DM D.
This is hands down my favorite bar in Philly. Living across the street we go here A LOT. They have great happy hour prices $4 beers and wines, $5 cocktails. The food is GREAT bar food!!!! We always get the fries, Mac and cheese, and chicken fingers. The grilled cheese with avocado is absolutely heaven! It can get really crowded but eventually you will get a table or bar seat. And they recently renovated so there are more tables and TVs. The best part about Misconduct is the staff. My favorite bartenders are Keith, Chris, Ciara, and Samantha. And waitress Sam is super nice. But everyone is friendly there. I'm going to miss this place when I move!
(5)Noah G.
My buddy and I got tickets for the Aziz Anasari show last Saturday except for one small hitch...the show is THIS Saturday. So after getting rejected at the turnstile we both agreed a nice nice five or sixteen beers were in line. We were at the Merriam Theater so I figured we'd walk to Misconduct since it wasn't too far and I've always wanted to try it out since seeing it's sleek, cool commercials during Flyers games. Now I don't know if it was the way the light was coming in or the decorations but whatever it was I had the feeling I was at a diner in OCNJ waiting for a disappointing plate of home fries as I did many times as a youth. The bartender was really cool and even knew about the white whale I've been chasing since SF, the Allagash Interlude (but they didn't have it). Beyond that there wasn't that much positive I can write about. After three beers we decided to just go to the old homebase (the new homebase is Trestle Inn) St. Stephens, gather ourselves, drink the appropriate amount of beers, and then see where the night would take us. Now if we'd only known what was about to happen at the Saint we may have chosen a different locale but THAT is a story for another day. *I will be back here as I think it could be been fun and this was not time was the exception and I'll be sure to update when I do.
(2)Rachel A.
Misconduct's good beer selection and reasonably available seating makes it a good alternative to Monk's, when all you want is a good beer and a place to sit with a group. But why don't any of the beers on the menu have prices? That's just misconducive to my drinking!
(3)Abraham T.
UNPROFESSIONAL; DOES NOT CARE ABOUT ITS CUSTOMERS; CANCELS RESERVATIONS - JUST TO EARN A BUCK I WILL NEVER BE SPENDING ANY OF MY MONEY AT MISCONDUCT TAVERN. Yesterday (NFL Championship Sunday), my fiancee made a reservation for a party of seven at Misconduct ahead of time, and our reservation was confirmed. Our reservation was at 4:00pm. At 3:30pm, a representative from Misconduct Tavern called my fiancee to tell her that they were CANCELLING OUR RESERVATION, because they had lots of walk-ins and decided to give our table away. Last time I checked, the entire point of making reservations was to ensure you had a table in the event that there were too many walk-ins. Moreover, my friends were coming from 45 minutes away, so CANCELLING OUR TABLE A HALF AN HOUR BEFORE OUR RESERVATION was extremely inconvenient, since now we were scrambling to find other accommodations for a large group (which included children), while simultaneously redirecting my friends who were already on the road. Finally, management had the audacity to offer to move our reservation to the next day, even though the entire purpose of our making a reservation was to make sure that we would be able to come in, sit, and watch the game as we ate and drank. I have no problem with an establishment that does not take reservations, or does not take reservations on a day where they expect lots of walk-ins (Championship Sunday or Superbowl Sunday). However, to take our reservation ahead of time, then cancel it a half an hour before, is extremely rude and unprofessional. Regarding a party of seven with children in particular, management at Misconduct Tavern should have known that it would be difficult for us to find another establishment with only a half an hour's notice. After already confirming the reservation, I would think that a professional establishment would deal with a slight loss of income that comes from holding an empty table for half an hour, rather than destroy the good will of its customers to earn a half an hour more's worth of profits. I have to conclude that Misconduct Tavern is NOT a professional establishment. THAT BEING SAID, we had the extreme fortune of being able to get a table for seven at Kite and Key (because Kite and Key is willing to take reservations for parties of six or more). We had a good time, the pizza was especially great, the beer selection was different and did not disappoint, and the Broncos won. BOTTOM LINE I recommend that anyone considering Misconduct Tavern should look elsewhere. There are too many good places in Philadelphia for you to be spending your money here.
(1)Nikki J.
It was nice to have place to go afterhours with menu. I was not a fan of the hot dog menu. Main menu says regular hot dog, but they ask which one you want from the specialty menu. We like the atmosphere and will try it again.
(3)Nicole M.
Oh dear god, this mac and cheese is the best ever. I get it with spinach, roasted garlic, and bacon. It's enough for 2 to share, but it's awesome to take half home and enjoy it the next day, too. The guacamole grilled cheese with bacon is also amazing. Obviously I'm a cheese lover, so I'm kind of in heaven at this place. Avocado fries were meh, I wouldn't get them again. They come with a garlic aioli that is perfect for regular fries, though. They also have a wide selection of beers. It's pretty fun on weekend nights too, even if you're coming just to drink and not eat. When I'm craving comfort food and beer, Misconduct is at the top of my list.
(4)Jamie S.
4 stars for the mac and cheese, 2 for the burger. The mac and cheese is made with fontina here and starts at $6.50. Then comes the fun part of picking your add ins. The prices on those start at 50 cents for things like onions and to up to $4.50 for steak. I chose bacon ($1.50) and sundried tomatoes (50 cents). The plate came out sizzling hot, smelling good, and looking like the congestive heart failure I was hoping for. I had been holding my breath, hoping that the outside would be slightly burnt, and was pleased to see that it was. The bacon added some saltiness that might have been lacking otherwise. The noodles were cooked well, the cheese was stringy and melty, and the portion was huge, it was well worth the price. The Misconduct burger, ordered with bacon and cheese, was not as successful. The meat was overcooked, and the size of of the bun suggested a much larger patty than was presented. Even with the tasty fries that came with it, this was definitely not worth the $10 price tag, however, come in on a Monday and burgers are half price, which would justify ordering this a whole lot more.
(3)El Chinchillo B.
I've recently had a rough go at life and was feeling down. I decided to avoid all the usual hangs and go somewhere where nobody knew my face. I came across Misconduct and was skeptical at first, only because I'm a creature of habit. I found a high top near the bar, ordered a pint, and glanced around. I realized all the patrons were watching the Eagles game and the ambiance was that of mirth, laughter, cheering and happy faces. The Eagles were winning. A wonderful pinkish-redheaded server by the name of Kristen walked up, greeted me with a smile and suggested the Roast Pork Sandwich as well as the Mac & Cheese. I went with her suggestion. She made me feel like a regular who had been frequenting Misconduct for 15 years, like family even, always engaging me with a smile and humorous banter. I've never had food or drinks arrive so fast. And when it did... Oh. My. God. The fare was more than I could have hoped for. The Mac & Cheese was to die for and the roast pork was the juiciest and most tender I've had in a while. I would have been happy with a greasy sandwich. But this was several steps above that. I feel as though the exact second my glass or plate were empty, Kristen was there, inquiring as to whether I required anything and offering impeccable suggestions. My palate and myself fell in love with this place and we'll be back in the near future for sure. Thank you, Kristen and Misconduct.
(5)Lilli C.
A great neighborhood bar with lots of beers on tap and great food. The odd nautical themed decor is a bit tacky/cheesy, but who cares when everything else is great. The place is pretty spacious so I never feel cramped and the food is soo good! I love the mac and cheese, whch you can get made to order with a pretty sizeable selection of toppings. I also LOVE the avocado fries. I've never had them before but they're deliciously fried , super crispy, slices of avocado. The staff is always friendly and the bartender was fast with drink orders.
(4)Robert B.
Went for a group lunch time with fellow employees. A group of 6 was seated quickly, as we were early for the lunch crowd. It was a lovely atmosphere. Plenty of bathrooms are available, I wonder why? As it was a work lunch, we were unable to consume alcohol. But, the draft list was decent. It also appears they had a selection of other fine libations. I ordered a pork sandwhich. The fries were awesome and quickly consumed. The pork came with a jus on the side. It was flavorful and fresh. The portion was large sized. I give this place 4 stars due to the quick action of the waitress. We asked for separate checks which she completed quickly for us, as we were due back to a training. She was friendly and kept up with our table, one person arrived late due to a long work call. She got him food promptly so he could eat with the rest of us.
(4)Gautam T.
Ok so you know when you're really lazy to cook and its your day off to eat whatever the hell you want to without a concern for caloric intake? yes we have those days. I have those days more than I should. This place is perfect. Cheap beers, greasy food, with some relatively healthy options. They serve a grilled chicken wrap which is pretty good. But lets be serious here folks, you come for the dry rub wings. They are amazing!!! There is a hint of brown sugar that does things to the wings that only wing lovers would appreciate.
(4)Steve S.
Finally was able get here. Was not as impressed as I expected to be. Two of us went for lunch. One had the duck salad - it was ok, but a little plain, plenty of duck, but not much else but greens. I had the braised, pulled turkey with carrots and celery. The portion was appropriate. It was served on a nice looking Brioche toasted bun. It was very tasty - however the problem was it was served at almost at room temperature. It was just slightly warm - but I chose to eat it as is - since it took 35 minutes for us to get our food, and I didn't want to wait any longer. My guess is it sat out and got cold before someone finally realized it needed to be served. I also asked for cole slaw as my side, but they gave me fries. They brought me cole slaw when I reminded them. The fries was decent, above average. Bottom line - I think there are some service and expediting issues that need addressing.
(3)Allyse O.
Love this place! Can't say I've ever had a better bartender than Devin. He's an all around treat and the place wouldn't be the same without him!
(5)Nico L.
Baked Mac n cheese with your choice of fix-ins? awww yeaah. This place is a good place to go if you feel like having something quick with a decent beer. They have a wide selection of brews just like any other bar in the area. The food though, definitely puts them over the top. The nautical theme is cute too. I've only had pleasant servers when eating inside or outside. I haven't been in here when it was insanely busy, so take my rating with a grain of salt. Add some of their delicious fries to that salt while you're at it
(4)Paulina M.
My boyfriend and I were totally bummed because there was a 45 minute wait for good dog bar and stumbled upon this place. We were really excited about trying the burger and French onion soup but were incredibly disappointed. The soup ha burnt black cheese on top and was colder than lukewarm. The bacon on the burger was so hard and impossible to chew, the avocado was in chunks rather than sliced and fell off the second I picked it up. The bun was supposed to be a challa and wasn't either. The only reason why I gave it two stars rather than one was because the fries were delicious. The server was standing at the end of the bar texting and was totally in her own world as we had empty waters and no sharing plates for the majority of the meal. It should be considered a misconduct to consider this place a restaurant.
(1)Tyler R.
I was here for a happy hour with co-workers. What an upgrade! The last time I was here, it felt like frat-boy land with a bunch of raucous early twenty-somethings cramming the bar and making it impossible to have a good time. The restaurant has changed the menu a bit, done some renovation, and is expanding more. I've gotta say, this might be a change for the better. First, the servers are attentive and helpful. They made good suggestions for our group in terms of beer styles we might enjoy and appetizers to share. I have to say half priced drafts...GREAT drafts like Yards Saison...are definitely worth it. $3 happy hour drinks make me happy indeed. The best part is that it goes from 4:30p - 7:00p. Fantastic. For the food, the fries were just fine, and the fried pickles stayed crispy. Win-win. Two months ago, I probably would have given Misconduct 2 stars. Today, it's a different story.
(4)lauren f.
Not impressed. Veggie burger was mostly breading and my fries were burnt. My husband described his huevos rancheros as weird. Would not come back for food. Yuck.
(2)Joe Y.
Fish and chips are mush. Sorry to be so blatant but they do not care about food, they care only about serving alcohol. They would not give me water.
(1)Natalie E.
This place doesn't look like much from the street, but after a recent renovation it's twice the size it used to be. I have only been here for happy hour but it's a good happy hour for a group get together. The only drawback is it's pretty loud. Also, if you're sitting near the door you're going to get a lot of freezing cold wind blown on you.
(4)Sarah F.
I debated between 2 and 3, but meh describes this place better than a-ok. We went because yelp concierge suggested it to us. The house cocktails are good, but overpriced. We ordered the dry rub wings which were so salty, that my tongue hurt afterwards. (stick to devil's alley for dry rub) The avocado fries were pretty good. something to try once anyway. The pear and brie wrap with turkey was really dry, and kind of blah. French dip was nothing spectacular either. The coleslaw, however, was really good. Mac and cheese was good, but nothing you couldn't make at home. possibly even from the freezer section. I'm disappointed. I hate being disappointed.
(2)Kevin J.
They have declined so greatly since my last visit three years ago. Their new name should be Misdirection. Their seating is right on top of other tables. Hard to be comfortable sitting with your back in someone else's back. I was mostly disenchanted by the menu changes since my last visit of 2008. I remembered that I used to be able to order any variety of mac n cheese toppings for a reasonable value that improved with quantity of toppings. Now there are only three set "levels" of the appetizer, more expensive and lacking the creativity of the build your own variety style mac menu. I felt like the whole reason to return to this restaurant had been compromised, but ordered mac anyway because obviously I had been looking forward to the taste. Unfortunately, our waitress discouraged my custom order by saying that the menu had always been that way, at least as long as she knew. Not only that, but having worked there for three years, she nonetheless refused to acknowledge our longer term patronage in favor of her dwindling recollection of the time they must have streamlined the menu for faster prep, instead of made to order. Another menu anomaly was the yogurt smothered lamb burger. My friend was perplexed when his came out of the kitchen. Our waitress merely indicated that the menu description was accurate (It still claim it WASN'T... see attached menu screenshot) and that we could try to absorb the unwanted yogurt sauce with napkins. However, the item had been so smothered in white cream and could hardly enough be salvaged. All in all, I was very disappointed with my last time in Misdemeanor, Misdirection, whatever you want to call it.
(2)Sam B.
Cool bar that always seems to be hoppin'. I love that in bars, especially when you are trying to meet more people, but the layout is not very conducive to this so you have to subtract some points for that. However, it is a Great place to see a sports game with a few friends because it gets rowdy and you really get into the spirit. Pro-tip - make a reservation. Also the bathrooms are tiny, got pretty gnarly on game day, the wait was a tad long, and you have to squeeze past a zillion people to get to them, so drink accordingly or miss most of the game trying to pee!
(4)Michelle C.
While I'm keeping my rating for Misconduct at three stars, I can now say they are three very robust, shiny stars when compared with the three hesitant stars from my previous review. After a very late night on the town, I was in need of food in my belly and a little hair of the dog action. My lunch buddy and I were ushered past Misconduct's long bar, its seats full with construction workers who looked but kept their traps shut. Clearly, lunching indoors as opposed to on a wall somewhere has a different set of decorum. My bloody Mary served as the life raft in my hangover sea, and my grilled chicken Caesar salad was perfectly dressed, with tender, grilled chicken and a thrilling excess of croutons. It was just what I needed to right my ship.
(3)Steph P.
If you're not ordering the mac & cheese, you're doing it wrong. Happy hour is also amazing if you're a beer lover. The atmosphere of this place is kind of weird, but it's a hidden treasure for Center City if you're trying to go somewhere for a decent drink without the crowd. I wouldn't say this place is a destination for a night out by any means, but it's nice to unwind over cheesy goodness after a long day at work.
(3)Lenny Z.
My friends and I started our night at Misconduct, mostly to have a few alcoholic beverages before heading to dinner. It was a pub with a bit of a restaurant feel to it, but more pub than anything else. They had a very good selection of ales on tap. I started off with a Bell's IPA. It had a lot of hop to it, just how I like it. The next beer I had was the Great Lakes Burning River Pale Ale, which touted being a 2011 contest winner. And, it certainly backed up it's claim as one of the better tasting beers I have had. One of my buddy's offered me a taste of his Left Hand Sawtooth, which drew him in because it was nitro infused. I was not impressed. It tasted rather plan to me. The nice thing about this spot is that before you get roped into a beer you regret, you can taste it and make an informed decision. With all the beers going down, we decided it was time for a few apps. First up was avocado fries. It's really hard to go wrong with this pairing. Who doesn't like avocados? Well, than who doesn't like them dipped in breading and fried? Exactly. Next, we had some wings in dry rub. The buffalo sauce and blue cheese came on the side. And, what started out as six wings, was really 12. Each wing was the wing and drumstick attached. It can be a nice surprise, but for the eater looking to go light a warning would have been nice. But dam, it tasted good. Lastly, we had some fries. They were good fries. Nothing to write home about, but nothing to balk at either. In a nutshell, if you focus is drinking and you want some food to go with, this is a good joint. If the food is more important, well hell, go to a restaurant.
(3)Ashley L.
This is definitely my Center City go-to bar. Great food, good selection of drafts and awesome bartenders (Fleming!!). The restaurant's not too large and it's a popular spot so expect a crowd. I usually drink beer but if I'm feeling adventurous I'll order the Grape Transfusion; tastes like a jolly rancher and gotta love that it's served in a mason jar. Some of my food favorites are the avocado fries and mac & cheese (you get to select whatever toppings you want, which can be dangerous). Remember to look up if you haven't been before, the ceiling is curved and wooden like a ship!
(4)Juliana K.
Good place to meet up with friends and drink. Relaxed atmosphere with TVs. Mac and cheese was pretty good. Decent burger and sandwiches. Cool nautical decor. Service was decent.
(3)Victoria L.
This was a place that I was excited to come to once I moved into the area. If my budget could support it, I would become a regular. I love that the beer AND food menu changes frequently. The beer selection is great. As far as food goes, everything is great comfort food. Chicken fingers are not the typical breading and the honey mustard is good. (Although I came here on the weekend and the food was not up to weeknight par.) The avocado fries are deliciously crispy and creamy at the same time. Nice to try once, but aggravatingly small portions. I tried one of the seafood hot dogs once ... not for me but I was able to finish it. I want to try other hot dogs and the burger here.
(4)Christine B.
My friend lives in Old City and I live in Fitler Square so we figured Broad would be a good meeting point to settle on a spot for happy hour, and ended up at Misconduct. Misconduct has great happy hour Specials! Draught beer, cocktails, and wine are all half off from 5-7. They also have daily food specials. I went with a mahi mahi hot dog and some oysters with wasabi caviar. It was all really good. The hot dog had a mild seafood flavor to it and it was covered in a beer cheese sauce and caramelized onions so you really can't go wrong there. My oysters were good too, and the wasabi caviar is awesome. I would love to have it on top of sushi instead of the regular tobiko. The service was friendly and the waitress was helpful with her recommendations. I will definitely be back.
(4)Emma H.
I've been here twice, and both times I was unimpressed. The atmosphere isn't too bad, mostly happy hour seekers from the immediate area, and both times it's been pretty crowded (read, difficult to find a seat or talk). The wait staff is pleasant enough, though not particularly attentive. They have a decent selection of beer, but I've as yet to be blown away by anything I've had there (and there scotch selection leaves something to be desired, which may not be important to you, but it always is to me). The food seems like your standard, frozen, reheated/fried pub food, which is overpriced and a little unsatisfying.** Basically, if you're in the neighbourhood and everything else is too crowded to get a table, this place will do, because it's so mediocre that you're unlikely to have a truly horrific experience. It's serviceable, but if you're looking for something to really "make" your evening, find another joint. ** The chef contacted me and would very much like me to point out that "an important fact that [I am] omitting is that [they] don't even HAVE a freezer in [his] kitchen and NOTHING comes in frozen.".... That is a fair statement. So, I guess my review should read that it *seems* like standard frozen, reheated pub food... But it isn't.
(2)Katrina C.
I have had always a good experience at Misconduct, and there have been many experiences serving varied purposes. I have come here and enjoyed it for the following occasions: 1. Day drinking 2. Dinner 3. Saturday night drinks when we didn't want to stray far 4. Phillies game on a weeknight 5. First stop for a Birthday celebration 6. Lunch and drinks 7. 2 First dates They have a good beer list, friendly bar tenders, good $3 can specials during the Phillies games, good soup (I have had french onion and carrot honey). I can't attest to their burger, but their french fries are amazing (and I know my french fries). I also love that the Mac n Cheese is make your own - you can select what extra ingredients you want! The various TVs often have on different games, so if you are looking for something that isn't Phillies/Eagles, you might be able to find it here.
(5)Fay H.
I've never seen so many polo shirts in one place. . .
(3)Allison B.
This review is based on the VEGGIE BURGER and the VEGGIE BURGER alone. Great burger, man. Ten times better than the one you'll get up the block at Good Dog, which you'll have to wait longer to receive and pay more money for. The patty is made up of roasted eggplant, zucchini and chickpea. It's lightly fried and reminded me of falafel in flavor and texture, which I was totally digging. It's topped with all the usual suspects, with the addition of bean sprouts, on a toasted challah roll. You can sub a side salad for fries at no extra charge and leave feeling a tad more healthy than usual. Next time my friends want some beer and some bar food, I'll be recommending Misconduct for sure.
(4)Gabrielle I.
First of all, they are know for their mac n cheese and its HELLA good. Creamy and flavorful and yummy. The burgers are hearty and delicious. A nice atmosphere, dark and comfortable, the way a tavern should be. The full bar is great if you want to hang out and watch a game on tv too. Its a solid place in center city that I would definitely recommend .
(4)Walter K.
Revisited. THe burger was noticeably better than my last visit. The beer list here is pretty good. They have one of the best happy hours, M-F 5-7 half priced drafts. If you visit for happy hour on Monday, you can also get a half priced burger, and you really can't beat that.
(3)Kurt I.
Of all the places to swill down a beverage in the city of Brotherly Love, this one can easily be avoided. When I arrived, there were maybe 4 other people at the bar... at dinner time, on a weekend. Not a good sign. I was handed what appeared to be a dinner menu and I asked for the drink menu as well. The bartender sighed, and flipped the menu. Thanks guy. The menu is small, but looked ok. I ordered the veggie burger (one of two options for vegetarians). The bun could be for a brontosaurus burger. It was huge. I ended up tearing half of the bun off and tossing it - and I still had too much. The burger itself, was mushy, but had an OK taste, nothing special at all. In any other small town, this place would be three stars - but this is Philadelphia and we have a ridiculous amount of awesome places to eat and drink. I'll pass over this place next time.
(2)M M.
This place had an awesome happy hour deal and the Mac and cheese was amazing! The crowd was diverse with people casually watching sports and others walking in after work in their business clothes. It was a good crowd. I will definitely return!
(5)Jon Z.
Came here for beer week and had a great time here watching the nba finals and drinking some beers while trying out their eclectic menu. Their menu comes of interesting items like sea bass burger and mahi mahi hotdog?! The price was average and our waitress accomodated our group by changing the tv channel for one of the tv's to nba despite the phillies game being on. They also have some burger specials that are decent. Would go back again. Crowd is similar to your Irish Pub, McGillan's, Morarity's type.
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