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    A J's Restaurant & Lounge

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    This big thing is the mini Dru! It is Awesome.
    Buddy R.

    AJ's has quickly become one of my family's favorite restaurants....both because of the excellent food and the beyond excellent people. I drive from about an hour away to take my son next-door to Pride Wrestling, and many of those days my daughter will take four hours out of her day to ride along just because she wants to go to AJ's. The wings are the best wings you will eat anywhere. That is not an exaggeration. They are big and juicy and perfectly cooked. The Mini Drew is fantastic, and there is nothing Mini about it. I haven't braved the super Dru yet, though that day is coming... The owners and staff are absolutely terrific people, and even if the food was not as good as it is... I would go there anyway to support their business. You won't find nicer people.

    Homemade, hand-cut potato chips are AWESOME with a beer!

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    we have been there a couple of times and have always enjoyed! we have had breakfast good.

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    Amazing atmosphere and great food. A good place to go and relax with a friend old buddies

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    Had the pork chop special. Prepared perfectly...seasoned with wing seasoning by request. Broccoli was spot on.

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    7 years ago

    My favorite spot in Vandergrift for a date night dinner or just a few drinks at the bar. I recommend the Ruben or Chicken Parmigiana.

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    Food was super ...presented beautifully .....wait staff was amazing ...we will be coming back

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    Great local place for a drink and a bite. Clean friendly with good food. I just wish it was open on Sundays or Mondays .

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    Great food, cute atmosphere, and very friendly staff. Don't pass this local place up!

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    The Warren Bar and Burrow

    The Warren Bar and Burrow

    4.2(330 reviews)
    25.5 miDowntown
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    Staff were very friendly and helpful, food was awesome. It was fun to people watch as the theatre…read moretraffic walked by.

    I've worked at and attended shows at the Benedum for years and finally made it in to try the Warren…read morethis past weekend. I've heard so many mixed things that I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed every aspect of my experience. It kind of has dive bar vibes but the food and drink options are definitely on the elevated side. They open at 4 on Sundays and I got there around 4:15. It was already pretty busy (and by the time I was leaving, every single table and bar stool were occupied). They have standard booth seats along the windows, hightop tables in the middle and bar seating along the bar that curves along the back of the restaurant. I chose to sit at the bar since I was by myself. I was promptly greeted by the bartender. They don't hand you copies of the menu, you have to scan the QR code to access. It is easy to read and follow with sections for drinks, specials (this time they were Wicked themed as a nod to the show at the Benedum) and a sushi section. I ordered the street corn dip. The chips were a bit overcooked and the dip was just OK. I thought it was pricey for what you got. The star of my meal, though, was the patty melt. It had the burger, a bacon jam, caramelized onions and was absolutely delicious! It was served with fries. I considered ordering sushi but wasn't sure what to expect. The patrons sitting on either side of my ordered rolls and they were a nice size and looked delicious, so that is something I would consider ordering in the future. It was a place I'll likely be back to because of the proximity to the theater (although their prices definitely reflect that). Just note how crowded it always is and give yourself plenty of time if you plan on heading here for dinner before the show.

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    Cocktails From The Crypt - Bucket Of Blood - Skyy Vodka, Hibiscus Tea, Chase Elderflower, Cinnamon/Clove Syrup, Lemon, Cherry Bark Bitters

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    4.4(9 reviews)
    25.5 miDowntown

    This appears to be a duplicate for the business but, I'll bite and write another review here…read more Spencer & his team do it again and again every year. This Halloween pop-up bar is hands down one of the best in the country. Themed, creepy, spooky, & ghoulish craft cocktails beyond your wildest imagination. Always spot on. Always delicious. And as always, a portion of sales are donated locally. Serving cocktails & the community. Bar staff and mixologists are some of the best in the business. Service is always stellar. Always. A lot of the drinks come in super fun themed cups & glasses. Don't be a D & steal them. This is a small business giving back.

    I have an end of October birthday so I'm a sucker for all things Halloween…read more This place is so much fun. Every square inch is covered theme Halloween/spooky decor. Thankfully nothing is overly gory or too creepy. To avoid a line, it is best to go right at opening or about an hour before it closes. There is a list of fun themed drinks served in quirky glasses that match the theme of the drink (a mummy, for example). I visited three times and tried a different drink each time. One thing is that they can (and often do) search your bag to make sure you don't steal the glassware. Sad that they need to so that, but I guess I understand why they need to check. If you are looking for a quirky, fun experience while downtown, definitely check it out.

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    The Finch - Pittsburgh skyline from rooftop

    The Finch

    4.2(46 reviews)
    25.8 miSouth Side
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    Incredible spot to enjoy a nice brunch or just a nice drink with one of the best views of…read morePittsburgh! We last minute decided to check this spot out because the weather was perfect and I am so glad we did The drinks were great. Our server was a little all over the place but we enjoyed our experience regardless. The patio chairs are nice to sit and just enjoy a peaceful time and great view

    3.5 stars. The Finch is a rooftop bar and restaurant that is named after the Joseph S. Finch &…read moreCompany's distillery that was located in the building in the late 1800s. The bar serves cocktails, wines, beers, and mocktails. For dinner and late-night bites, the restaurant focuses mostly on small plates and shareables, including charcuterie, chicken wings, pizzetta, steak, and salmon. They also have a Sunday brunch that serves lox bagel, shrimp and grits, French toast, mimosa, bloody Mary, etcetera. My husband and I ate one lunch here. The best aspect of The Finch was its beautiful views of downtown Pittsburgh's skyscrapers, Monongahela River, and subway trains. The foods and drink were a mixture of quality, and my husband called them "garbage" (eek!). Here are my ratings for them. Berry Mint Spritz - 4 stars - This mocktail (I could have ordered it with alcohol to turn it into a cocktail) contained strawberries, mint, lemon, syrup, and soda water. All of the flavor had settled on the bottom of the glass, so I could have used a straw to mix the drink, but I did enjoy the flavors. Summer Crab Cakes - 2 stars - I received two crab cakes, and they were some of the worst crab cakes that I have ever received anywhere. They contained too much breading and too little meat. I did not even like the flavor of the cherry tomatoes on the side. I usually love crab cakes, but with these ones, I could take only a couple of bites, and then I had the waitress throw away the rest. Hawaiian Pizzetta - 4 stars - This small pizza consisted of four slices that had cheese but no gooey cheese-pull. Other toppings were BBQ sauce drizzle, pineapple, ham, and red pepper. I thought that it tasted good. Ember Steak Skewers - 4 stars - My husband said that the steak was not the highest quality. At least the chunks of steak, peppers, onions, and mushroom (we counted one piece of mushroom!) were marinated and seasoned nicely. The total cost for this one mocktail, three foods, and one soda was $79 *plus* a 3% credit-card surcharge, tax, and a minimum tip of 18%. We asked the waitress for a receipt, but she did not bring us one, so we walked up to her to ask for it again, and we did receive it.

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    The Finch - Foreground: cucumber mint smash with vodka Background: nonalcoholic berry smash

    Foreground: cucumber mint smash with vodka Background: nonalcoholic berry smash

    The Finch - View in The Drawing Room

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    A J's Restaurant & Lounge - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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