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Broad Axe Tavern, Ambler, PA

Broad Axe Tavern

3.8
3.8
625 Reviews
$30 and under
American
901 West Butler Pike, Ambler, PA 19002

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Licensed in 1681, The Broad Axe Tavern is America's oldest tavern. The menu offers a large selection of tavern favorites including "fall off the bone" BBQ ribs, steaks and seafood. Guest favorites are the Best of Philly finalist - Axe Burger, the Kobe Burger and the Legend sandwich. Many other style burgers, a seasonal menu, a gluten free menu and delicious dessert selections are also available.
The Broad Axe is also a great place to meet for refreshments and bar foods. There are 24 taps serving a constantly changing selection of craft beers. In addition, there are over 100 of the best bottled beers from around the world including the largest selection of gluten free beers in the area. High quality wine selections are featured at all price points. You will also find a large selection of vodkas, bourbons and scotches along with daily drink specials.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday: 11:00pm - 5:00pm; Dinner: Daily: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Banquet facilities and catering are available
  • Private party facilities
    Our banquet facilities are perfect for business meetings, luncheons, rehearsal dinners, small weddings, christenings, birthdays, and a variety of other events. The rooms are available with an extensive series of audio and video capabilities, including wired and wireless internet.
  • Neighborhood
    Blue Bell
  • Cross street
    Rt. 73 (Skippack Pike)
  • Parking details
    Private lot
  • Public transit
    SEPTA Bus Route 95
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 625 people are saying

Broad Axe Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.8
3.8 based on all time ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 3.7Ambience
  • 1.3Value

NoiseModerate

625 Reviews
  1. JamesT

    San Antonio8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 19, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We are going to miss the Broad Axe! It's a great place just for a drink or a nice dinner.

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  2. PatriciaD

    San Francisco2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on January 12, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was horrible server was pleasant food was great

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  3. KatrinaZ

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on January 12, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We chose Broad Axe because even on a Saturday evening, we didn't have to wait for a table. The warmth of the fireplace was welcoming on a cold winter night. The variety of options on the menu was extensive but not too overwhelming. Tables were far enough apart from other parties that you could speak at a comfortable volume with your own company. Portion sizes are generous. The beet and Gorgonzala salad was tasty as well as the French dip sandwich. I'm not a big fan of home made potato chips.

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  4. randi

    Philadelphia16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 10, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! Will be back for certain!

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  5. DouglasT

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 31, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    New Year’s Eve and could order off menu or the Package. Food was good and service was attentive.

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  6. DEBB

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 31, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked this restaurant at the last minute for New Years Eve, early dinner. We were pleasantly surprised. Their were 4 of us who wanted to grab a bite before going to church that evening. We didn't want to travel far and it was a halfway point between us and the couple we were eating with. We ordered our food and had a good time talking with each other. Once the food arrived we all enjoyed it thoroughly. I usually order burgers well done from places and they never quite get it right so I usually have to send it back for more cooking. Here they got it right. I did not have to send it back! The portions were great as well. My husband ordered from the New Year's Eve menu and the rest of us ordered from the regular menu. Everything we had was very delicious. Wonderful last minute choice. We will probably go again.

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  7. MichaelF VIP

    Philadelphia10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on December 31, 2018

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Out of 4 adults in our group, no one liked their meal. Sandwich rolls were stale. Chicken on Cobb salad was so dry it could not be cut. Waiter was working so hard because there were no bus boys/girls that we all felt bad for him.

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  8. Sandy

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 30, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love your menu..... there's something for every ones taste and wallet !

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  9. Theatertrippers

    Tampa10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 28, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun place for a bite to eat and to have drinks. Enjoyed the Trivia night!

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  10. reubenW

    Philadelphia17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 15, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best burger I had in awhile and the beer was very good

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Broad Axe Tavern is rated 3.8 stars by 625 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Broad Axe Tavern

901 West Butler Pike, Ambler, PA 19002

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rt. 73 (Skippack Pike)
  • Neighborhood
    Blue Bell
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday: 11:00pm - 5:00pm; Dinner: Daily: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private lot
  • Public transit
    SEPTA Bus Route 95
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Banquet facilities and catering are available
  • Private party facilities
    Our banquet facilities are perfect for business meetings, luncheons, rehearsal dinners, small weddings, christenings, birthdays, and a variety of other events. The rooms are available with an extensive series of audio and video capabilities, including wired and wireless internet.
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