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McGillin’s Olde Ale House, a Philadelphia institution for over 165 years, dives into retail with the grand opening of McGillin’s Shoppe in Center City, offering a curated selection of apparel, Irish goods, and Philadelphia souvenirs. This marks a notable expansion for the iconic pub, seeking to boost brand awareness and introduce a fresh revenue stream. The 500-square-foot store, located at 123 S. Juniper St.,currently welcomes patrons Fridays through Sundays,with plans to extend hours by fall. News Directory 3 also notes the shop’s introduction of approximately 100 items. Discover what’s next as McGillin’s looks to expand its offerings and solidify its place in Philadelphia’s retail scene.
McGillin’s Olde Ale House Opens Retail Shop in Philadelphia
Updated May 31, 2025
McGillin’s Olde Ale House, a Philadelphia landmark for 165 years, is now in the retail business. The company recently unveiled McGillin’s Shoppe, a 500-square-foot store at 123 S. Juniper St. in Center City.
The new shop features about 100 different items,including McGillin’s apparel,Philadelphia souvenirs,and Irish imports like wool scarves,hats,and socks. The owners hope the new retail location will boost brand awareness and create a new revenue stream.
While the shop quietly opened its doors two weeks ago, the official grand opening is scheduled for June 6.
Currently,McGillin’s Shoppe is open from noon to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday. Though, the owners plan to extend the hours of operation by the fall.
What’s next
Looking ahead, McGillin’s aims to expand the shop’s hours and possibly introduce new product lines, further solidifying its presence in Philadelphia’s retail landscape and enhancing the customer experience with unique Philadelphia souvenirs and Irish imports.