Located in the Historic Red Lion Inn, McCoole’s is a colonial‑era tavern with deep local roots and a long history tied to the 1799 Fries’ Rebellion. The building dates back to the mid‑1700s, and you still feel that age in the low ceilings, original woodwork, and the four fireplaces that make the place especially inviting in winter.
The property stretches beyond the main tavern, with a casual bar, a more formal dining room, and the adjoining McCoole’s Arts & Events Place for shows and community gatherings. The menu leans into elevated comfort food — steaks, seafood, pub sandwiches, and seasonal specials — and the space often doubles as a hub for live music, theater and local events. It’s one of those Upper Bucks institutions that has managed to stay both historic and lived‑in at the same time.
