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06/03/2026
Tomorrow's gonna be a HOT one! Join us for a toasty Old City Eats Block Party and grab a cold beer to enjoy outside, where lots of festivities will be. 🌞
We'll also have performing here at 5 pm.
Who's looking forward to a fun day?
06/03/2026
Looking for a cool photo op? On Friday, you have the chance to take a photo with the Premier League trophy! 🏆
A in one hand and a trophy in the other? It's a pretty good start to the weekend.
Stop by at 7:15 pm to get your photo, and stay for our DJ at 10 pm. 🎶
06/02/2026
Clear up your schedule for this evening! We have another traditional Irish music session from 7-10 pm. 🎶
Live Irish music is on Sundays from 4-8 pm and Tuesdays from 7-10 pm.
06/02/2026
Here are our Quizzo winners from last night. Congrats, you guys! Thanks for participating in Plough Quizzo.
Join us again next Monday at 7:30 pm for more trivia fun.
06/01/2026
Monday is here, so it's Quizzo night!! Put on your thinking hats and get ready for some fun.
Quizzo is every Monday at 7:30 pm.
06/01/2026
If you're an Irish music enthusiast, you have to stop by during one of our live Irish music sessions!
We have sessions on Sundays from 4-8 pm and Tuesdays from 7-10 pm. Visit us tomorrow to enjoy our live music! 🎶
05/31/2026
Starting with our Irish session tonight, we have some great live performances lined up for the upcoming week. 🎶
will be playing during the Old City Eats Block Party on Thursday, and .higgins.tunes will join us the following day.
Save the dates!
05/31/2026
Did you know there will be a blue moon in the sky tonight? 🌙
We haven't had a blue moon since August 2024. Make sure to look up at the sky tonight!
It's also a great day to order a bottle of the tasty beer Blue Moon to relax and enjoy the rest of the weekend.
05/30/2026
We have all the finest of whiskeys. Come party this weekend with some shots!
05/29/2026
Just one week until .higgins.tunes takes the stage! Get in the summer vibe with some live music at the Plough. 🎶
Come watch Ronan on Friday, June 5th at 7 pm.
05/28/2026
takes the stage one week from now on the day of the Old City Eats Block Party! 🥳
Around Old City, it'll be a festive day of food, vendors, and family fun.
The Old City Eats Block Party will be from 5-9 on 2nd Street from Chestnut to Market.
Derm will be performing here at the Plough, located at 123 Chestnut Street. We will let you know what time Derm plays once it is decided.
Follow our page to keep up with events and live music! 🎶
05/27/2026
We had another enjoyable traditional Irish music session last night! 🎶
Our next session will be on Sunday, May 31st at 4 pm.
05/26/2026
Thanks for making our Memorial Day weekend special 👏
05/26/2026
Winner winner, Plough dinner! Congrats to these smart Quizzo champions. 👏
We'll celebrate the first day of June for our next Quizzo night on Monday, June 1st, at 7:30 pm. See you there!
05/25/2026
Go tell your friends Quizzo is tonight! The holiday isn't stopping our Quizzo fun. Join us to celebrate Memorial Day and have some fun answering trivia questions.
05/25/2026
This weekend was such a blast! Thank you and all our talented traditional Irish music players. 🎶
It was the perfect kickoff for Memorial Day!
05/25/2026
Happy Memorial Day! Let us honor those who gave their lives by enjoying the day and celebrating the freedoms we have. 🇺🇸
We are open today, so come have some lunch or dinner with a cold pint!
05/24/2026
Happy Sunday! It's a gloomy one, so let us brighten your day with some live music. 🎶 It's a great way to kickoff Memorial Day!
We'll conclude our musical weekend with our traditional Irish session from 4-8 pm today.
05/23/2026
We all enjoyed and his lovely rendition of "The Climb." ⛰️
Last night's performance was wonderful, and the musical Memorial Day weekend continues tonight with at 7:30 pm.
Tomorrow, we'll have more music as well! Come see our live Irish music session at 4 pm.
05/22/2026
Our musical Memorial Day weekend will continue with performing tomorrow, Saturday the 23rd of May. Stop by around 7:30 pm to see him play! 🎶
05/21/2026
We're expecting rain this weekend, so cancel your Memorial Day beach plans and come watch some live music! 🎶
Tomorrow night, will be performing live at the Plough at 7 pm.
05/20/2026
We now present to you: tonight's lamb dinner special! 😋
Try our herb, parmesan encrusted lamb chops with scallion mash, and a tomato mint coulis .
05/20/2026
Save these dates! This is some of our upcoming live music. 🎶 Memorial Day weekend will be lit!
Don't forget we also have live Irish music every Sunday from 4-8 pm and every Tuesday from 7-10 pm.
We schedule new live performances all the time, so make sure to follow us and never miss out on updates.
05/19/2026
There was a great turnout on this day that performed live here.
He'll return again for Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 23rd, at 7:30 pm.
There will be live music all weekend, so make your plans now!
You can make a reservation online or by calling 215-733-0300.
05/19/2026
We present to you our Quizzo winners from last night! 👏
Their trivia knowledge was on point.
Address
123 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
19106
The pub and Irish restaurant can be found on Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. For those using public transport, the closest stop is the 2nd St Station on the Market-Frankford Line. From there, it's a short walk eastwards along Chestnut Street until reaching the destination. Alternatively, there are several bus stops that serve the area, including stops for routes 5, 9, and 21.
For those driving to the location, parking can be found at several nearby lots and garages. The closest options include a garage on 2nd Street just south of Market Street, as well as a lot located at 205 Chestnut Street. From there, head eastwards along Chestnut Street for a few minutes until reaching the destination.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 2am |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 2am |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 2am |
| Thursday |
12pm - 2am |
| Friday |
12pm - 2am |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 2am |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 2am |
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Plough & the Stars is a must-visit Irish pub and restaurant in Philadelphia's Old City. Since opening its doors in 1997, this establishment has been serving up delicious Western European cuisine with a strong Irish influence. What sets Plough & the Stars apart is their commitment to using fresh, local, and organic ingredients whenever possible. From scratch-made breads to homemade sauces, every dish is crafted with care.
The atmosphere at Plough & the Stars is warm and inviting, with traditional Irish music sessions every Sunday from 5-9pm. The building itself has a rich history as it was formerly a bank (Corn Exchange) erected in the early 1900s. The original wood-burning fireplace adds to the cozy ambiance that makes this place feel like home.
One of the unique features of Plough & the Stars is their tap system imported from Ireland - the first of its kind in Philadelphia. All beers are drawn with a nitrogen and CO2 mix for optimal taste and quality.
Whether you're looking for outdoor dining on their patio or take-home options, Plough & the Stars has got you covered. With flexible seating arrangements and bars on both floors, they can accommodate parties of any size for any occasion.
Overall, Plough & the Stars offers an exceptional dining experience that combines delicious food, great drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere steeped in Irish tradition.
