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05/24/2026
⭐️Olympia is OPEN normal hours all weekend OPEN Monday May 25th
Join us for a bite to eat!⭐️
🇺🇸From our family to yours, we wish all our customers a safe and fun Memorial Day! 🇺🇸
New Olympia House
7242 Castor
phila PA 19149
215.342.0220
04/05/2026
Happy Easter from New Olympia House Restaurant
Open Easter Sunday: 6:30AM
Last call for food: 6:00 PM
Closing at 7:00 PM
03/15/2026
☘️ Saint Patrick’s Day – Tuesday, March 17 ☘️
Join us at New Olympia House Restaurant for a special one-day Irish-American dinner.
Limited menu. Limited seating.
Featured Classics
🥧 Shepherd’s Pie – baked fresh
🥩 Corned Beef & Cabbage – the St. Patrick’s Day favorite
🍖 Ham & Cabbage – slow-cooked and served hot
Bar Specials
🍺 Guinness
🥃 Irish Whiskey
📍 New Olympia House Restaurant
7242 Castor Ave, Philadelphia
📞 215-342-0220
Tag someone you’re bringing for corned beef & Guinness. ☘️
03/15/2026
☘️ Saint Patrick’s Day – Tuesday, March 17 ☘️
Join us for a special Irish-American dinner at New Olympia House Restaurant.
One day only. Limited menu. Limited seating.
Featured Classics
🥧 Shepherd’s Pie – baked fresh
🥩 Corned Beef & Cabbage – the St. Patrick’s Day favorite
🍖 Ham & Cabbage – slow-cooked and served hot
Bar Specials
🍺 Guinness
🥃 Irish Whiskey
📍 NEW OLYMPIA HOUSE RESTAURANT
7242 Castor Ave, Philadelphia
📞 215-342-0220
Tag someone who owes you a Guinness. ☘️
Share this with a friend who loves corned beef.
03/15/2026
☘️ Saint Patrick’s Day – Tuesday, March 17 ☘️
Join us for a special Irish-American dinner at New Olympia House Restaurant.
One day only. Limited menu. Limited seating.
Featured Classics
🥧 Shepherd’s Pie – baked fresh
🥩 Corned Beef & Cabbage – the St. Patrick’s Day favorite
🍖 Ham & Cabbage – slow-cooked and served hot
Bar Specials
🍺 Guinness
🥃 Irish Whiskey
📍 NEW OLYMPIA HOUSE RESTAURANT
7242 Castor Ave, Philadelphia
📞 215-342-0220
Tag someone who owes you a Guinness. ☘️
Share this with a friend who loves corned beef.
02/28/2026
Good food, good mood😋😋
📍7242 Castor Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19149
📞 215-342-0220
02/23/2026
CLOSED Today Monday 2/23/2026, due to weather.
OPEN Tomorrow Tuesday 2/24/2026. We appreciate your continued support & love—enjoy this time with your loved ones 🤍
02/22/2026
We’re OPEN TODAY until weather permits.
Stop by and enjoy a warm meal with us,
or order now and take extra food home for tomorrow.
If you’re planning to stay in during the storm,
this is the time to stock up.
Call ahead or use DoorDash for delivery.
Updates for tomorrow will follow.
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NEW OLYMPIA HOUSE RESTAURANT
7242 Castor Ave
215.342.0220
01/28/2026
THE GRIDDLE IS IN.
WE’RE READY.
OPEN WEDNESDAY • 1/28/26
Thank you for the patience, the support, and the love ❤️See you Wednesday
01/26/2026
CLOSED today due to weather 1/26/25
CLOSED Tuesday 1/27/26 for installation of a new griddle
We appreciate your continued support 🤍
OPEN WEDNESDAY 01/28/26
01/25/2026
Due to today’s weather conditions 1/25/26
We will be CLOSED
We look forward to serving you again soon.
Please stay tuned for an update regarding tomorrow
01/25/2026
Due to today’s weather conditions, we will be closed.
The safety of our guests and staff is our highest priority.
We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support, and we look forward to serving you again very soon.
Please stay safe and stay tuned for an update regarding tomorrow.
12/22/2025
✨ CHRISTMAS CHEESECAKE ✨
Smooth. Creamy. Unforgettable.
A holiday essential for the table you gather around.
🎄 HOLIDAY HOURS
Christmas Eve (Wednesday): 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Last cheesecake pick-up: 2:00 PM sharp
Christmas Day (Dec 25): Closed
Weekend: Open normal hours
Wishing you and your families a warm, joyful Christmas and a happy holiday season.
Thank you for celebrating with us.
— New Olympia House Restaurant
215.342.0220
7242 castor ave. 19149
Address
7242 Castor Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19149
To reach the location at Castor Avenue in Philadelphia via public transport, take any bus or subway to the nearest station, then transfer to the SEPTA bus that stops near Broad Street and Castor Avenue. Walk east along Castor Avenue for about five minutes until you reach the destination.
If you prefer to drive, take I-95 North and exit at Bridge Street. Turn left onto Frankford Avenue, then turn right onto Castor Avenue. The restaurant will be on your left-hand side. There is limited street parking available in front of the restaurant, but additional parking can be found nearby in a pay-per-hour lot or garage facility.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
6am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
6am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
6am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
6am - 9pm |
| Friday |
6am - 9pm |
| Saturday |
6am - 9pm |
| Sunday |
6am - 9pm |
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What people say
New Olympia House Restaurant is a neighborhood eatery that has been serving the community of Castor Avenue in Philadelphia with delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner since 1987. The restaurant is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for locals to gather and enjoy good food and drinks.
One of the highlights of New Olympia House Restaurant is their traditional Irish-American food. On St. Patrick's Day, they serve up classic dishes like Shepherd's Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage, and Ham & Cabbage along with Guinness Beer and Irish whiskey. Customers are advised to make reservations early as space and items are limited.
Aside from their seasonal offerings, New Olympia House Restaurant also offers cheesecake that customers can order ahead of time for holiday parties. Their breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus are available all year round, featuring a variety of dishes that cater to different tastes.
The restaurant has recently resumed normal business hours from Mondays to Saturdays starting at 6:30 am until 8:30 pm with last call at 7:30 pm. On Sundays, they open at 6:30 am until 8:00 pm with last call at 7:00 pm.
Overall, New Olympia House Restaurant is an excellent choice for those looking for a cozy spot to enjoy great food and drinks in Philadelphia. With its friendly staff and delicious menu options available all year round, it's no wonder why this restaurant has been a beloved neighborhood staple for over three decades.
