Finney's Royal Grotto, located at 15 S Main St, Doylestown, PA, is a quintessential bar that captures the charm of a classic drinking establishment while enveloping guests in a smoky nostalgia. This place takes pride in being one of the few remaining smoking bars, creating a unique environment that appeals to cigarette aficionados and connoisseurs of fine libations alike. Patrons rave about the inviting ambiance and the warm hospitality provided by staff members like Barb and Mariah, making everyone feel like a regular. The menu shines with delightful offerings, particularly their renowned wings and cheesesteaks, which have garnered glowing recommendations. One customer's enthusiasm for the cheesesteak, laden with provolone, sautéed onions, and mushrooms, highlights the bar's commitment to quality fare. Reviewers have also shared personal anecdotes, with many expressing fondness for the conversations ignited over a pint of Guinness or while watching the Eagles soar with a cigar in hand. Ken Bobst's experience encapsulates the warmth and community vibe, while Mackenzie Nolte emphasizes the thoughtful gestures like chilling a BYOB wine. In essence, Finney's Royal Grotto stands out not merely for its smoking policy but for its vibrant atmosphere, friendly service, and scrumptious dishes – a true local gem to revisit time and again.
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Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Has bar games
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Has karaoke
Good for watching sport
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves food
Serves food at bar
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Parking
Free of charge street parking
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Reviews For Finney's Royal Grotto
Ken Bobst
May 19,2025
I wandered in here on a Saturday to grab a pint of Guinness and to get out of the sun to rest my bones on a comfortable chair which I found here. Upon entering I noticed the ash trays and that heavy smoky nicotine smell I grew accustomed to when I also smoked cigarettes in bars. It brought back memories of good times with friends. I was greeted warmly by the bar person and served promptly with a Guinness and some local Doylestown conversation. I couldn't stay long and I had already eaten but I will surely go back on a Saturday for some more conversation a pint and some food of course!!
Tom Zurewich
May 3,2025
It's a good smoking bar if it's cold outside a great place for smokers. My wife loves it. The bar tends are great. Barb and Mariah really make you feel welcome.
Robert S
Apr 8,2025
Love this spot. One of the last places that allows smoking, watching the eagles with a cigar is a thrill. Great wings and whiskey/tequila selection.
Mackenzie Nolte
Apr 2,2025
Rich is the man! We walked in for a quick beer as we were exploring the town. We had a bottle of wine with us for our BYOB dinner later and Rich put it on ice for us! He let us keep it there as we explored and waited for our reservation. Very friendly and welcoming! Good beer suggestions too.
Joe Weaver
Mar 22,2025
I've been here s few times and had their wings and cheesesteaks. The food is top notch. I recommend their cheesesteak with provolone, sauteed onions, and mushrooms. Great service too. It is a smoking bar, so if that is a deal breaker, it's not for you. There's not always a lot of smoking going on. It doesn't bother me anyhow, and the food and service are so good you will love it here.
Danny Rowland
Mar 18,2025
Fun pub with a classic feel. It has a little bit of a dive bar feel, but in a cozy way. They have a pool table and a golf arcade game and a bar that takes up most of the space. They have a fridge that you can get take-away beer too which was great for us because they stocked a beer that I wanted to get for my father-in-law.
Thomas Smitheman
Mar 1,2025
A Doylestown staple for decades. Good food (Wings!), great atmosphere and a friendly staff.
Jamie Chapman
Feb 19,2025
Best wings in Philly and probably the country. They do still allow smoking in this bar, so if this bothers you, you should not visit. The beer is always an excellent variety that changes frequently and the wings are amazing (huge, cooked right, with more than 30 sauce varieties of many different types). Very much worth a visit if you are passing through Doylestown.
Reviews For Finney's Royal Grotto