Lucky Duck
Penn's Landing, Philadelphia
Bar in Philadelphia, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Lucky Duck is worth booking when the priority is a relaxed Philadelphia Waterfront tavern with open-air river views, easy social energy, enough polish for a casual date or group plan. At about $50 per person, it works better for drinks plus American bistro classics than for a formal, chef-driven dinner.
About Lucky Duck
Is Lucky Duck worth considering in Philadelphia? Yes, if the basics fit your plan: casual dress, a price of about $50 per person, evening-to-late-night hours on several days of the week.
Lucky Duck is easiest to evaluate as a casual Philadelphia option with clear operating hours. It is closed on Monday, opens at 4 PM Tuesday through Thursday, opens earlier on Friday, runs later on Friday and Saturday. That schedule makes it more useful for evening plans than for a confirmed lunch plan.
The basics are the main reason to choose it
The confirmed information is simple: Lucky Duck is in Philadelphia, the dress code is casual, the listed price is about $50 per person. Those facts point toward a relaxed visit rather than a formal one, but this guide does not verify a specific cuisine, drinks program, view, seating setup, or reservation difficulty.
If you are comparing Lucky Duck with other dining in the city, use the hours and price as the practical filter. For broader planning, see our full Philadelphia restaurants guide.
Go when the hours match your plan
Lucky Duck is closed on Monday. The hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 4–11 PM, Friday from 3 PM–1 AM, Saturday from 12 PM–1 AM, Sunday from 12–10 PM. Based on those hours, Friday and Saturday are the clearest fit for later plans, while Saturday and Sunday are the only days with midday opening times.
Dress casual. The price is about $50 per person, so plan around that rather than assuming a lower-cost stop or a formal splurge. Details about specific food, cocktails, seating, or takeout are not confirmed in the available venue data.
Readers building a wider Philadelphia night can cross-check other options in our full Philadelphia bars guide, or look at hotel options through our full Philadelphia hotels guide.
Bottom line: consider Lucky Duck for a casual Philadelphia outing when its hours and approximate $50-per-person price fit. Do not rely on assumptions about cuisine, views, beverage focus, or service format.
Quick reference: casual dress, about $50 per person, closed Monday, open Tuesday through Sunday with later hours on Friday and Saturday.
Planning details
- Location
- 501 N Christopher Columbus Blvd Suite 2003, Philadelphia, PA 19123
- Website
- luckyduckphl.com
- Phone
- (215) 964-9345
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual but polished neighborhood tavern vibe with an unassuming feel, open-air bay windows overlooking the river, and a lively bar‑first atmosphere suited to groups and social drinking rather than hushed dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
View
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Pub
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
Signature Pours
Affogato Martini
Planning details
Location
501 N Christopher Columbus Blvd Suite 2003, Philadelphia, PA 19123 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Standard Tap, Notable alternative
- Barcade, Notable alternative
- Ruba, Notable alternative
- Johnny Brenda's, Notable alternative
- Murph's Bar, Notable alternative
Bar context
Against Standard Tap and Johnny Brenda's, Lucky Duck is the easier pick when the night is built around the waterfront rather than a neighborhood-bar circuit. Standard Tap and Johnny Brenda's make more sense for readers prioritizing a stronger Fishtown/Northern Liberties bar identity; Lucky Duck is better for convenience and a less planned meet-up.
If the group needs built-in entertainment, Barcade is the clearer choice because the arcade format gives the night an activity. Ruba is the better cross-shop for readers looking for a more event-driven or arts-adjacent room. Lucky Duck works better when the group wants a simpler bar decision and does not need the venue to supply the whole agenda.
For value-minded drinkers, Murph's Bar is the sharper alternative if the priority is a neighborhood feel and a more food-relevant reputation. Pick Lucky Duck when location and booking ease matter more than a distinctive kitchen or tightly defined bar personality.
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Compare Lucky Duck
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Lucky Duck | Philadelphia | No published awards |
| Standard Tap | Philadelphia | No published awards |
| Barcade | Philadelphia | No published awards |
| Ruba | Philadelphia | No published awards |
| Johnny Brenda's | Philadelphia | No published awards |
| Murph's Bar | Philadelphia | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Lucky Duck?
Use the hours to choose your timing. Lucky Duck is open Tuesday through Thursday from 4–11 PM, Friday from 3 PM–1 AM, Saturday from 12 PM–1 AM, Sunday from 12–10 PM. It is closed on Monday.
Is Lucky Duck good for a date?
It can fit a casual date if the approximate $50 per person price and casual dress code match the plan.
What's the crowd like at Lucky Duck?
The confirmed facts are that Lucky Duck is in Philadelphia, has a casual dress code, keeps later hours on Friday and Saturday.
Is the food good at Lucky Duck?
This guide does not verify the cuisine, dishes, or menu format at Lucky Duck. The only confirmed planning detail related to cost is an approximate price of $50 per person.
