The Phoenix Tavern

4.5 ( 505 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM See Hours
$10–20
200 Broad St, Johnstown, PA 15906, United States
+1 814-536-3981

The Phoenix Tavern, situated at 200 Broad St in Johnstown, PA, has quickly become a beloved spot for locals and visitors alike seeking American comfort food with a welcoming atmosphere. Patrons rave about their signature Chicken Balls, a must-try dish that seems to steal the spotlight in every review. Joyce Fallier's enthusiasm captures the essence of the Tavern’s offerings, emphasizing the irresistible gob cake that many take home after indulging in their meals.

The Tavern exudes a hometown feel, reflected in customer experiences. Mina Hoover Kerr highlights not only the chicken balls but also the delicious Dave’s sandwich and white pizza—showcasing the diverse menu designed to satisfy various cravings. Anna Besley praises the attentive service and the daily homemade desserts, reiterating the inviting environment that makes for memorable gatherings. Even on the busier days, as noted by C S, the friendly service shines through, though the wait for the check could use some improvement.

In summary, The Phoenix Tavern promises a delightful dining experience marked by fantastic food, especially the gob cake and chicken balls. With a cozy atmosphere and community-oriented service, it’s a gem worth visiting!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
    • Has table service
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Historic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For The Phoenix Tavern

Joyce Fallier
Jun 23,2025
I just love their Chicken Balls! I never have room for dessert when I get to eat there so I get gob cake to go. You have to try it. . Today I got banana cake. ...
C S
Jun 17,2025
Nice, clean bar/ restaurant with a HomeTown feel. Fish dinner Fridays during lent. Only complaint would be how long we waited for our check, we waited longer that what it took to order, get our food and eat it. We actually went and stood by the register until the waitress acknowledged what we wanted. It was a lil busy but not overly busy at the time.
Mina Hoover Kerr
Jun 14,2025
You must try a chicken ball! And a piece of Gob cake! Very friendly service. Dave’s sandwich and the white pizza were tasty too. Great local hangout.
Anna Besley
Jun 1,2025
There were eleven of us that stopped today at this little gem of a find. The food was amazing, (you MUST get a chicken ball!), right down to the homemade daily desserts! Our waitress was fantastic and very attentive! We will definitely return to this restaurant if ever we are back in this area. Highly recommend this place!!
Stella Garrett
May 15,2025
Called to order take out and they estimated 20 minutes for 3 meals. Arrived and the food was finishing up as I paid. The server was friendly and in a cheerful mood. The atmosphere was comforting. The food was phenomenal! Great deal for delicious food. The gob cake is absolutely amazing.
Kelly K (HellCat)
Apr 23,2025
We walked in through the bar and felt like outsiders... By the time we finished our meal, we were cutting up with the wait staff and warmly welcomed back. Our meals were great, service was great! I need to add- as I was people watching, there were 3 tables with older couples. Each one of them ordered dessert. I rarely have room when I get to the end of my meal but..... Old folks are a wealth of information and if they weren't skipping dessert, neither was I!!! Get the gob cake, I've been recommending it to everyone.
Patrick R
Apr 3,2025
I had a breaded chicken salad which was delicious. It seems they pay a lot of attention to detail and presentation, unusual for a tavern. A little disappointed they did not have any dark beer or strong ales on draft.
Ben Walstrom
Apr 1,2025
They were very busy because of a Clarks show in town. We got seated and had a great meal! Very good service.

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