The Tavern

The Tavern is a casual and cozy bar and new American restaurant located on S Camac Street. They offer fresh American bar fare, including sandwiches, burgers, salads, snacks, and desserts at reasonable prices. With an intimate setting and service until midnight (1 AM on Friday and Saturday), The Tavern is the perfect spot for a night out with classic cocktails, wines, or brews.

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10/27/2026

Get your Halloween weekend started off right with a Basic Witch.

It’s the espresso martini for the season, and it will keep you going through the night. This one is autumn in a glass. It’s more than a drink, it’s practical magic.

She’s Stoli Vanilla, cold brew, Borghetti coffee liqueur, and our house-made chai syrup. One sip and you’re under her spell.

Get basic, get bewitched, get back on the dance floor.

10/27/2026

Happy🌕Full Moon

10/24/2026

Meet Bob, our new seasonal pasta

Cavatelli with butternut squash, kale, shallots, sage, brown butter, and pecorino. And this is just the start.

Our pasta dishes will now change with the seasons, so there’s always something new on the table. Come hungry.

10/19/2026

Everyone’s talking about this week’s special: the Venison Shank. 🍂

Braised low and slow then set atop a silky celery root puree with tender carrots and finished with a crown of crispy parsnips. It’s as much a sculpture as it is a supper.

This is how we’re ushering in fall at Tavern: rich, cozy, and plated with a little flourish.

Come hungry. Stay for the second glass.

10/13/2026

Welcome to The Camac Street Reader: a series where we celebrate the art, history, and culture that our community is built on.

Bob Mackie started in 1961 as a young sketch artist at Paramount Studios, working under the famous costume designer Edith Head. By 1963 he was assisting Ray Aghayan, his partner, on The Judy Garland Show. His career took off with Carol Burnett and Sonny & Cher, and the “curtain rod dress” became television legend.
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Beaded, feathered, and gloriously extra, his designs dressed Cher, Diana Ross, Tina Turner, Bette Midler, and Madonna. He won a Tony, nine Emmys, and the CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award.

Bob passed away last month, on September 14th, at 87. Every queen, diva, and dreamer owes him a little sparkle. We will never forget him. ✨

10/08/2026

Continuing our Oktoberfest menu this week, Chef Bob is putting his own spin on a classic: Latke Fries!

Crispy, golden potato wedges are served with cool crème fraîche and a house-made apple compote for the perfect sweet-and-savory bite.

We’ve loved exploring all the Bavarian traditions of Oktoberfest with you, and we’re not done yet. Come hungry, grab a b**r, and join us at Tavern on Camac.

Guten Appetit!

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10/02/2026

This week’s chef’s catch is steelhead trout! 🐟 Pan-seared and served atop a creamy whole grain mustard sauce, this fillet is paired with roasted fingerling potatoes and French green beans for a dish that’s as comforting as it is elegant.

Steelhead trout is available for a limited time, so don’t wait. Chef Bob will announce his next catch of the week soon. Join us for dinner this weekend. Your seat is waiting at Tavern.

09/29/2026

On this edition of “Talk of the Tavern,” we catch up with Dusty Latimer , an “ooh, aah, ahh” sensation at the Mazzoni Center. Doc Dusty clues us in on his love for toxic g**s, French fries, and of course, reality show villains. We’ll let this Ms. Piggy rising share some of his hopes for the future of community medicine and give us two to three great pieces of life advice.

So pull up a chair and remember what you can about Survivor, because Doc Dusty is going to put HIPAA on hold and spill some real 🫖

Photos by Jason Rodgers

09/28/2026

Our Oktoberfest dinner was a night to remember, and we invited the wonderful food photographer Neal to capture it. We love how the images turned out: the food, the friends gathered around the table, and yes, the b**r.

Thank you to our gracious host Natira Yefchak for leading the evening and Chef Bob for taking us on an epic culinary journey.

This is part of a series of themed dinners we’re planning at Tavern. They’re a great value and perfect for a group of friends, so keep an eye out for the next one.

Happy Oktoberfest and happy fall!

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Address

243 S Camac Street
Philadelphia, PA
19107

Located on S Camac Street in Philadelphia, this bar and new American restaurant is easily accessible via public transport or driving. If you're taking public transport, hop on the Broad Street Subway Line to the Walnut-Locust station and walk about 10 minutes west to reach the restaurant. Alternatively, take a bus to the corner of Spruce and Camac Streets, where you can walk just a block south to find the restaurant.

If you're driving, there are several parking options nearby. There's a paid parking lot at 13th and Locust Streets just a few blocks north of S Camac St., as well as metered street parking available throughout the area. Be sure to check posted signs for any restrictions or time limits before leaving your car.

Opening Hours

Wednesday	5pm - 12am
Thursday	5pm - 12am
Friday	5pm - 11pm
Saturday	5pm - 11pm
Sunday	5pm - 11pm

Website

http://thetavernphilly.com/

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What people say

The Tavern on S Camac Street in Philadelphia is a must-visit for those looking for a casual and cozy dining experience. This new American restaurant and bar offers fresh American bar fare that is reasonably priced, making it an excellent choice for those on a budget. The intimate setting is perfect for enjoying lighter sandwich and burger-centric menu items, as well as larger fresh salads, snacks, and casual desserts. The Tavern also serves food until midnight every day and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday, making it the perfect spot for a late-night bite.

One of the standout features of The Tavern is its classic cocktails, wines, and brews. Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing cocktail or a cold beer, The Tavern has something to suit your taste buds. Additionally, the restaurant's open-late policy means that you can enjoy your favorite drinks well into the night.

While The Tavern is known for its delicious food and drink offerings, it's also a great place to celebrate special events like Pride weekend. During this time, the block outside the restaurant is open with table seating, drink specials, and even a DJ set up from 3-7 pm on Sunday. Not only does this event provide an opportunity to continue celebrating Pride but also benefits local organizations doing good work in the community.

Overall, The Tavern on S Camac Street in Philadelphia offers an exceptional dining experience with delicious food and drinks at reasonable prices. Its intimate setting makes it perfect for casual get-togethers with friends or family members while its open-late policy ensures that you can enjoy your favorite drinks well into the night.