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The 10 Best Karaoke Bars in Philadelphia (2026)
Philadelphia’s nightlife includes everything from neighborhood pubs to late-night sing-along spots, and this list highlights where locals and visitors are leaving the strongest Google ratings. Our ranking is built from Google review data and updated for 2026, using a Bayesian-style score that weights an establishment’s average rating by how many people reviewed it. That approach helps balance small, high-rated outposts against long-running venues with more reviews. Whether you want a casual open-mic bar or a dedicated karaoke room, these picks reflect the sites that consistently earn high marks from reviewers in the region.
This ranking is computed from Google reviews (our method). Listings marked Partner are paid advertising spots: they sit alongside the ranking without changing its order.
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Songbird Karaoke
Songbird Karaoke tops our list thanks to the highest average rating in the dataset (4.8) combined with a substantial review base of 356 Google ratings. That balance of top score and review volume pushes it above other high-rated entries. It is listed on Google as a Karaoke venue and its address places it in Collingswood, NJ, just across the river from Philadelphia.
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Les & Doreen’s Happy Tap
This spot carries a 4.7 rating from 213 Google reviewers and is listed under Bar, located on E Susquehanna Ave in Philadelphia (19125).
213 reviews
Fat Moon Restaurant & Bar
Fat Moon Restaurant & Bar is a 4.7-rated Karaoke bar with 162 reviews on Google, situated on Callowhill St in Philadelphia.
162 reviews
Bayou Lounge and Bar
With a 4.7 average across 59 Google reviews, Bayou Lounge and Bar appears as a Bar at 5025 Baltimore Ave in Philadelphia.
59 reviews
Neon Clown Dream Lounge
Neon Clown Dream Lounge is listed as a Bar and holds a 4.7 rating from 46 Google reviewers, located at 1248 N Front St (Second Floor) in Philadelphia.
46 reviews
Khyber Pass Pub
Khyber Pass Pub posts a 4.6 Google rating backed by 1,882 reviews and is classified as a Pub on S 2nd St in Philadelphia.
1882 reviews
Bob and Barbara’s Lounge
Bob and Barbara’s Lounge is a Bar with a 4.6 average from 636 Google reviews; you’ll find it on South St in Philadelphia.
636 reviews
Friendly Lounge
Listed as a Lounge bar, Friendly Lounge has a 4.6 rating based on 108 reviews and is located on S 8th St in Philadelphia.
108 reviews
Stir Lounge
Stir Lounge appears as a Gay bar with a 4.6 Google rating from 81 reviewers and is situated on Chancellor St in Philadelphia.
81 reviews
O’Neals Pub
O’Neals Pub is categorized as an Irish pub and carries a 4.5 average from 653 Google reviews, located on S 3rd St in Philadelphia.
653 reviews
Frequently asked questions
How should I choose a karaoke bar?
Look at recent reviews and overall ratings on Google, check the venue’s listed category (karaoke, bar, pub), and consider proximity to your neighborhood. Also confirm practical details like hours, capacity, and whether the venue advertises private rooms or open-mic nights.
What should I check before booking a private room or large group night?
Verify availability and any booking policies directly with the venue, ask about room size and equipment, and confirm whether a deposit or minimum spend is required. It’s also wise to read recent guest reviews for comments about sound quality and staff responsiveness.
How much does a typical karaoke night cost?
Costs vary widely by venue and can depend on cover charges, drink minimums, private-room hourly rates, or table service requirements. Expect a range rather than a single price and ask the venue for an estimate based on your planned party size and time.
How was this ranking created?
The list is built from current Google review data and updated for 2026, using a weighted score that combines each location’s average rating with how many people reviewed it. That method helps highlight places with both strong ratings and a meaningful review sample.