Beloved Pennsylvania Eatery Crowned 'Oldest Restaurant' In The Entire State

Pennsylvania is full of historic restaurants that invite patrons into a dining experience that began well before they were born.

These establishments boast rich history and culture, and remain open due to the delicious food that graces their menus. While there are a handful of Pennsylvania eateries that have been in business for decades, only one has been open since 1887 and still stands to this day!

According to a list compiled by LoveFood, the most historic restaurant in Pennsylvania is McGillin’s Olde Ale House located in Philadelphia. This standout location was built in 1860 and later became an oyster house, surviving the Civil War and the Prohibition.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about the oldest restaurant in all of Pennsylvania:

"McGillin’s Olde Ale House survived both the Civil War and Prohibition. First opened as a tavern in 1860 by an Irish couple, Catherine and William McGillin, it soon expanded into an oyster house, becoming a fully-fledged restaurant with a chef during Prohibition. Inside, you’ll find a collection of signs representing the stores in the neighborhood that McGillin’s has outlasted."

For a continued list of the oldest and most historic restaurants across the country check out LoveFood's full report.