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    Brillobox

    3.7 (185 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Garlic parm fries
    Olivia A.

    Love this place. Wackiest vibes but it is still cozy? The bar staff are super nice. Only had fries from here but they were deeeeelicious!

    a bar decorated for christmas
    Samantha R.

    Amazing bar and awesome Christmas decor!! Just the right size beer list and delish bar food. Will def be back.

    Karla D.

    Yay they're open again! But more so, I should have updated this long ago. Service improved by leaps and bounds since my initial review. It's a great neighborhood spot and you can't go wrong with Prosecco on tap!

    Awesome vegetarian food. The music fills the entire place with fun energy. The bartenders were extremely nice and made sure we are in a safe space.

    Barbara B.

    On a scale of romance novels to documentaries, Brillobox is a legend. I've never been to the Brillobox in the "before times," but I loved experiencing it for the first time a week or so ago. It's clear that this is a beloved establishment because it was absolutely packed out. The bartenders were whirling dervishes of drink creators, and the kitchen staff rolled out the food rapidly. What I adored most was the whimsical decor of the space with a giant shark suspended on one wall while cherry blossoms sprouted above the bar top. If you love to dine or drink in the midst of gorgeousness, Brillobox should be your haunt. Parking can be a headache, but the side roads offer random, available spaces. Just come prepared to loop around the side streets a bit.

    Rebecca M.

    Super hipster vibe, pretty good vegetarian food! We stopped in on a Sunday evening, and I was surprised at how busy it is. We were lucky to snag two seats at the bar. The space is very limited so I would find it hard to picture a band, or live music here. The beer was a little overpriced, but I felt as though the menu selection was priced very fairly. We ended up getting the bahn mi (tofu) and it was surprisingly good. The french fries that came with it were also cooked perfectly - I would really look to come back here if I were in the neighborhood. Great for vegetarians!

    Red seating
    Armin S.

    So many vegan options. The drinks are good but come for a mound of fries and really nice booth seats.

    Pittsburgh Salad
    Richard C.

    I've heard of a Pittsburgh salad and found a cool looking place to finally try it! I was not disappointed!

    Bar decorations

    I visited this place this weekend for the first time. The vibe is excellent, classical American-style dive bar. I loved the overhanging cherry tree and all the little Andy Warhol details in the decor. The fact it is open till 2 am is a plus, especially in Pittsburgh. I'd give the bar a higher score, but the cocktails were so and so---my daiquiri was passable, and the frozen lime margarita was more fun than tasty. There are shows in the upstairs area, but I did not attend the one that was playing when I went there. I'll have to come back to check it out again. Overall, definitely try it out when out late and see how you like the atmosphere!

    Parker W.

    My friends and I ate at Noodlehead in Shadyside and started walking westbound down Penn towards Lawrenceville. One friend was sore from running a half marathon earlier that day and would not stop complaining. We saw several people enjoying themselves in this bar and decided to stop in for a couple drinks. I liked the tree behind the bar and the red, circular vinyl booths. There were some intriguing women inside which only added to my appreciation of the place. The bartender was a really friendly guy and the beer selection was good. Those booths captured my attention more than the beautiful women sitting in them. Tom Waits lyrics have been stuck in my head since. "Warm Beer And Cold Women" One of those nights. It's warm beer, cold women, no I just don't fit in. 'Cause every joint I stumbled into tonight is just how it's been. All these double knit strangers with gin and vermouth. And recycled stories in the Naugahyde booths. And the platinum blonds, tobacco brunettes. I'll be drinkin' to forget you, I'll light another cigarette. And the band's playin' something by Tammy Wynette And the drinks are on me tonight. All my conversations now I'll just be talkin' about you babe. Borin' some sailor as I try to get through. I just want him to listen now, I said that's all you have to do. He said, "I'm better off without you" until I showed him my tattoo. And now the moon's rising ain't no time to lose. Time to get down to drinking tell the band to play the blues. And the drinks are on me, I'll back up a round. At the last ditch attempt saloon. Warm beer, cold women, no I just don't fit in. Every joint I stumbled into tonight that's just how it's been. All these double knit strangers with gin and Vermouth. Receeding hairlines in the Naugahyde booths. With the platinum blonds, tobacco brunettes. I'll just be drinking to forget you baby, I'll light a menthol cigarette. And the band's playing somethin' by Johnnie Barnett And the last ditch attempt saloon.

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    4.7(88 reviews)
    3.0 mi•Downtown
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    LGBTQ friendly

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    Loved this bar--the space-themed atmosphere, great energy, and kind staff. Funny enough, while we…read morewere getting coffee earlier that morning, one of the bartenders invited us to stop by later, not knowing it was already on our post-dinner itinerary. The cocktails were creative, playful, and impressively strong without sacrificing quality. I had the Seoular Flare, which had a noticeable kick but was still very drinkable. It came with BBQ chips, and when our bartender--the same guy from that morning--noticed how much I loved them, he brought me extra. Such a thoughtful touch. The rest of our drinks were equally inventive and well-crafted. I admittedly had some doubts about whether the creativity would translate into cocktails that actually tasted good, but they completely proved me wrong. A fun concept backed by genuinely great drinks and hospitality.

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    4.4(9 reviews)
    2.9 mi•Downtown

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    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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    Unspeakable - Entrance to the bar!

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    4.9(20 reviews)
    0.2 mi•Lawrenceville

    We've been here 4+ times now. Unspeakable has such an incredible vibe--cozy, intimate, and dimly…read morelit in a way that feels perfect for a date night or catching up with a close friend. The atmosphere alone is worth a visit. The drinks are definitely crafted with care and have a lot of complexity, but with only two bartenders working, it took quite a while to get ours. Not the place to go if you want quick service or are grabbing a drink before another event. My biggest downside is the price point--most cocktails are around $17. They're good, but at that price I can really only justify having one. Note: They do not have food, just snacks like peanuts. Overall, amazing ambiance and well-made drinks, just expect slower service and a higher bill.

    I hadn't been to Unspeakable in a while, so I decided to go have a cocktail. The ambiance is still…read morethe same which is nice. In addition to indoor seating on the first and second floor, they also have a fenced in patio outside for sitting. As we sat outside, we saw groups of people who could not figure out how to get into the speakeasy. Another thing that happened was that they closed early the night that I went because of the lack of customers. A group was trying to come in as we were leaving but we told them they were closing for the night. So be aware of that, if you're planning to go late night (past 11 pm). However, the drinks were amazing as always! They now added a couple of small bites so we tried the cucumbers. They were delicious and packed with flavor! Our drinks were great as always. They have even more options than the last time I was there which was nice! I still really enjoy this little space!

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    Unspeakable - Upstairs fireplace

    Upstairs fireplace

    Unspeakable - Violet desert

    Violet desert

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