Phily Diner

If you’re looking for a spot that perfectly bridges the gap between a classic 1950s-style diner and a high-octane modern sports hub, the Phily Diner & Sport Bar in Runnemede is a South Jersey institution. Located prominently on the Black Horse Pike, this massive venue is instantly recognizable by the vintage Bel Air parked out front and its gleaming neon-and-chrome exterior.

The history of Phily Diner began in 1992, but it truly became a “mega-destination” in January 2009 when the long-awaited Phily Sport Bar side opened its doors. This 9,000-square-foot expansion transformed the business into a multi-level powerhouse. Run in partnership with the team behind the celebrated Adelphia Restaurant and Kaminski’s, Phily Diner has earned a reputation as one of the best diners in the region while simultaneously operating one of the most high-tech sports bars in the area.

Features & Highlights

The venue is split into two distinct experiences. On one side, you have the “Old School” diner—think high-backed booths, 50s-themed lighting, and an extensive menu featuring huge portions of breakfast-all-day, signature over-the-top milkshakes, and on-premises baked desserts.

Step through to the Sport Bar side, and the vibe shifts into high gear. The action centers around a massive elliptical bar and a state-of-the-art brick-oven open kitchen. For sports fans, this is paradise: equipped with over 40 plasma and HDTVs and full NFL/MLB packages, there isn’t a bad seat in the house.

The menu here is “Chef Crafted” and independent from the diner side. Highlights include their famous brick-oven pizzas, “Stingers” (their popular boneless wings), and the “Big Daddy Nachos.” For the craft beer enthusiast, the bar boasts over 20 rotating draft lines, including local favorites from breweries like Cape May and Spellbound. If you’re looking for something unique, don’t miss their signature Sherbet Mimosas or the PSB Bloody Mary during their popular Sunday bar breakfast.

Whether you’re there for a family dinner on the diner side or a rowdy game day on the bar deck, Phily Diner & Sport Bar offers a high-energy, friendly experience that captures the true spirit of a Jersey social hub.