Westside Apartments
Step into a community that has something for everyone. Located ideally in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, Westside Apartments and Shopping is just around the corner from fantastic bars and restaurants, beautiful outdoor spaces, and endless entertainment options.
To experience all that the town has to offer, residents of Westside simply have to hop in a rideshare or drive a few minutes to Bridge Street. Here, you’ll find a bustling town full of energy and character.
Phoenixville and Bridge Street
Phoenixville’s Bridge Street is a bustling hub of activity, teeming with eclectic boutiques, cozy cafes, trendy restaurants, and lively entertainment venues. Whether you’re craving a gourmet meal, a tasty brew, or simply looking to soak in the local culture, Bridge Street has something for everyone.
With a storied history dating back to the 1700s, Phoenixville has experienced many eras of change which has shaped it into what it is today. It started as a mill town called Manavon and eventually became known as Phoenixville in 1849 – named after Phoenix Iron Company, the area’s biggest employer at the time.
Fast forward to today, Phoenixville is now one of Pennsylvania’s most unique and diverse main streets. When you stroll down Bridge Street, you’ll come across small shops, theaters, cafes, restaurants, bars, and much more.
Breweries in Phoenixville
One thing that Phoenixville is widely known for is its many craft breweries. Just within a couple of miles, you can find several breweries like:
- Stable 12 Brewing Company
- With a casual and inviting ambiance, Stable 12 satisfies its customers with 10 rotating craft brews and a fully loaded kitchen
- Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant
- If you’re from Eastern Pennsylvania, chances are you have heard of this award-winning brewpub chain that boasts a full menu of beer and delicious eats
- Root Down Brewing Company
- You’ll come to Root Down for the beer and stay for the captivating and novel interior inspired by the 90s urban vibe
- Steel City Coffeehouse and Brewery
- Serving up a wide variety of meals, refreshing coffee, and tasty beers, you’ll want to hang out here for hours enjoying the open mic nights and daily events
- Twelve78 Brewing
- Opening in late April 2024, Twelve78 promises a casual and family-friendly taproom to eat, drink, and hang out
- Rebel Hill Brewing Company
- Rebel Hill’s Bridge Street location offers 14 drafts, 2 hand pumps, specialty cocktails, and a full kitchen. In addition to this spot, you can find Rebel Hill’s 420 Taproom at Westside!
- Rec Room by Conshohocken Brewing
- Featuring multiple private and semi-private bar spaces, the Rec Room offers a fun time for any occasion
- Sly Fox Brewhouse and Eatery
- Sly Fox in Phoenixville opened in 1995 and has been serving award-winning beer and hosting fun events ever since
- And we can’t forget to add a distillery to this list – Bluebird Distilling
- Bluebird Distilling and Tasting Room on Bridge Street is open 7 days a week to enjoy local liquors with your friends
Restaurants and Bars on Bridge Street
Bridge Street is packed with good eats and great cocktails. When you’re looking to indulge in the restaurant and bar scene, you’ve got everything you need right here.
- Molly Maguire’s Irish Restaurant & Pub
- Molly Maguire’s offers authentic Irish cuisine, mouth-watering desserts, a full bar, daily happy hour specials, and live entertainment
- The Boardroom Restaurant and Bottle Shop
- When you’re looking for a culinary indulgence, this is the place to go
- Sedona Taphouse
- This southwest-inspired chain offers an extensive drink list and comforting cuisine
- PJ Ryan’s Pub
- Traditional Irish pub with a full menu of food, classic drinks, and great specials
- Great American Pub – Phoenixville
- With an incredible outdoor space and great ambiance, this is a local favorite
- Bistro on Bridge
- Bistro on Bridge serves customers an inventive food menu, a great selection of craft beer, tasty libations, and a relaxed atmosphere
Entertainment in Phoenixville
Although Phoenixville is full of excellent dining and drinking options, that’s not all there is to do around Bridge Street. There are beautiful trails to hike, a thriving art community to engage with, and much more excitement to join in on.
Built in 1901, the Colonial Theater serves as one of the area’s greatest attractions. This historic theater hosts live concerts, spotlights local artists, screens new and old movies, and hosts great festivals. For those who have seen the 1958 sci-fi movie “The Blob,” the theater might look familiar to you. It was featured in a pivotal scene when the creature attacks the town and moviegoers flee the theater. Every year, Phoenixville and the Colonial Theater host “Blobfest” to commemorate the movie and its cultural impact.
For those who love good hiking, fishing, or picnicking, the Schuylkill River Trail is perfect for you. There are several trailheads not far from Bridge Street where you can begin your adventure. Here you can find hiking paths as well as great spots to sit down and enjoy the beautiful scenery. You can also check out Black Rock Sanctuary to hike the 119 acres of wetlands, woodlands, and meadows and see local wildlife.
If you’re into the local art scene, you can see a show or volunteer at the Forge Theater. This theater brings high-quality, year-round live theatrical entertainment to the Phoenixville community.
There is a lot about Phoenixville that makes it stand out from other towns. One prime example is the yearly Firebird Festival held to celebrate local arts and culture through the burning of a 20-foot-tall wooden phoenix. For weeks before the festival, community members gather to help build the bird, no matter their skill level. This unique festival is just one of the many events held in Phoenixville every year.
Choose Westside!
At Westside Apartments, we understand the importance of location and convenience in enhancing our residents’ living experience. With Bridge Street just a short ride away, our residents have the freedom to explore all that Phoenixville has to offer while enjoying the comfort and tranquility of our modern apartment community.
Ready to learn more about all that Westside and Phoenixville have to offer you? Schedule a tour today by calling (610) 550-8329 or visiting our website here.