Black Powder Tavern

About the Business

Specialties

Black Powder Tavern combines local flavors (edible AND sip-able) with American history in a pub-like setting. The menu features a variety of small and entree-sized plates, and highlights the flavors, ingredients and culinary trends Philadelphia has become known for--and that pair well with our extensive craft beer offerings. If you're looking for a new favorite burger, our veal and chicken versions are hearty and flavorful, as is our pork sandwich. You'll also find several salads and sharable items such as deviled eggs with smoked trout, pork and chicken wings, polenta fries, calamari and more; plus entrees like fish 'n' chips, cedar plank salmon and chicken marsala. Beer enthusiasts should take note: there are 24 brews on tap and 39 bottles and the selection is tweaked regularly. Weeknights feature happy hour from 5-7PM, with a reprise happy hour on Thurs., Fri., and Sat. from 9-10PM. On Sundays, a prix fixe brunch is offered from 10:30AM-2PM, and the big game is always on.

History

Established in 2013.

Since 1746, the building that houses this tavern has played a part in the establishment of our nation; first as a respite for stagecoach travelers expanding westward and later as a covert rendezvous point for George Washington, Marquis de Lafayette, and other leaders of the American revolution. It is believed that during the infamous winter of 1777-1778 at Valley Forge, a major figure in the Continental Army, master military mind Friedrich Von Steuben, designated the tavern as a secret black powder munitions stash for Continental Army couriers. All the while, the tavern continued to provide food, shelter and cheer to the hungry, weary soldiers fighting for their independence. Today, we honor our historic tavern's tradition with a mission to raise the spirits of our guests.

Meet the Manager

Business owner information

Bernie B.

Manager

Bernie Bottmeyer is the General Manager at Black Powder Tavern.