r/Phoenixville

BBQ Recommendations?

Brisket, ribs, that sort of thing. Trying to figure out what to do for bday lunch or dinner but I don't know many places, so was hoping for some recommendations :) <3

Edit: Thank you for the recommendations! I'll def be looking into them

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u/kit_savi — 23 hours ago

Restaurant where you grill meat?

I heard there is a restaurant somewhat near Phoenixville where you sit by the creek and can grill meat. Does this sound familiar to anyone? Name ? Location? Reviews?

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u/MerryanneC — 23 hours ago

PennDOT Fresh Oil and Chips on Second Ave

Just a heads up that this week PennDOT put down fresh oil and chips on Second Avenue (State Route 4015) north of PA-113 headed towards Royersford. Just thought I'd mention it here for the folks from Phoenixville that use that road. You may want to avoid it for a couple weeks until the road sorts itself.

u/Competitive_Ad_2823 — 1 day ago

Easy YMCA pool schedule?

Does anyone have an easy-to-understand pool schedule for the fall? With swim lessons and the app I can’t seem to narrow it down and when I call it is hard to get a straight answer before I drive over. From what I can tell on the app there’s no swimming prior to 11:30 am, but that feels so late. Thanks in advance!

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u/overthinkerwithcats — 2 days ago

Run Club morning meetup!

Hi all! I have been loving the run culture here in town, but I’m wondering if there are more morning meetups. Right now, all I know of is Friday mornings and weekend mornings. Any insight is so welcome and it doesn’t have to be strictly in PXV! Thanks everyone!!

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u/Unlucky_Contract6161 — 2 days ago

What's your favorite place to go tent camping nearby?

The family and I are planning and end of summer/september weekend camping trip (if possible) and I'd love to hear what your favorite places to go are. Preferably within an hour or so of Phoenixville.

Thanks!

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u/Plus1Oresan — 4 days ago

Any update on when the Drift will be opening?

Hey all-

Any scuttlebutt on the street on when the Drift will be opening? The website still says summer 2026, but summer’s ending in like a month. Thanks!

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u/cambiokeys — 4 days ago

Phoenixville Photo Group

Hi all!
I wanted to promote the town’s photography group! (Got Mod approval for this post.)

We’re a decent‑sized group made up of photographers of all skill levels and formats — from beginners with smartphones to pros with 4×5 film cameras. We host monthly photo walks and competitions, and winners have their photos displayed in local businesses (Steel City and Forever Changes Vinyl Lounge this month).

We’ve also worked with the Mayor to gain access to local events as media members, such as the Wheel unveiling and the Colombia Grand Big Boy Event. This has allowed us to bring one or two group members to the events in exchange for taking photos.

You can find us in person on Wednesday nights at Root Down Brewing’s “Freaks and Geeks” event, which starts at 6pm and runs until close.
Anyone is welcome to stop by and say hi — and of course, to join in!

We are "@pvillephotogroup" on Instagram and our discord is below:

https://discord.com/invite/bgtTm3Ztvv

We hope you'll join our group!

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u/bipolarbear335 — 4 days ago

Phoenixville Flock

Hi I made a Reddit account JUST to post this because our great facebook mods say no. Apparently Phoenixville Borough signed a contract with Flock for ALPRs with NO NOTICE to our community! These cameras record everything including your children and this company practically answers to no one. PHOENIXVILLE BOROUGH THE BALL IS IN YOUR COURT TO DO BETTER

u/Ok-Flatworm5242 — 6 days ago

Phoenixville flock: removed from the map?

So I went directly to the cited deflock website and there aren’t any in town. Were they removed after the post pointed out they weren’t actually flock? Maybe. Still wouldn’t hurt to contact Council (and the mayor if you want but he’s primarily a figurehead) and tell them you don’t want them in town.

Note that this is an open source and volunteer run website so the info found there should be taken with some speculation.

u/SecretAnxious6619 — 6 days ago

Phoenixville T-shirts

Hi, I just moved here and I’ve seen multiple people wearing a t-shirt that says NYC, LA, Miami, Phoenixville (I could be butchering the cities but you get the point). Where can I get it, I love the concept haha. Also, where’s just a place to get Phoenixville merchandise. Thanks!

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u/Loud_Rain_8818 — 6 days ago

Looking for friends and/or groups in Phoenixville

Hey I have lived in Phoenixville for a year now (26m) looking for friends or activity group to join in town

My interests and hobbies are:

  • Board games
  • Watching movies (Lord of the Rings, MCU, )
  • Playing Warhammer 40k and AOS (seriously any 40k and AOS players nearby let's hang)
  • Playing video games (Halo, total war, battlefield)
  • Going to bars

Also interested in trying new things so if you want hang, DM me!

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u/EasyAd4249 — 7 days ago

Pedicure Rec!

New to the area (PA in general) and in desperate need to get these dogs pampered and painted. Recommendations for a nice salon that provides a good pedicure? Thanks!!

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u/Unlucky_Contract6161 — 6 days ago

Friendships?

Does anyone in Phoenixville play cards? Like Magic the gathering and Riftbound and board games! I know there are places to go but I want to just start making friends without going to a place where I feel out of place. Dm me if you’d like to start talking!

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u/HotScarcity6031 — 6 days ago

Anyone ever relocate to phoenixville from California?

My partner and I are from PA (not PHX), but have lived the last decade in Southern California. It’s been amazing but we now have an 8 month old and are missing the grandparents. We also feel like we’d get a nicer home if we moved back to the greater Philly area.

We really like phoenixville and feel it’d be a nice place to raise her. Has anyone else relocated? If so, any thoughts or regrets?

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u/ramblin_rose30 — 10 days ago

Fence puller recommendations

Hi everyone, I am trying to pull up my front yard fence. I started tonight and got halfway there but couldn’t get the other 3-4 posts to budge. Looking to see if anyone can refer me to someone that could help.

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u/CardanoJr — 6 days ago