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We had a private event here the other week and it went really well! The private room is a cool vibe and spacious. Our servers did a great job of checking in on us at appropriate intervals. I was a little wary when I realized our food would be buffet style instead of individually plates but each dish was delicious and there was plenty to around. I would have another private event here again!
Really cool place underneath a bike shop, which my friend and I found by just wandering past. There was a small wait to sit at both a table and bar, so they gave us free sparkling wine while we waited! We split the Pittsburgh pour flight, southwest egg rolls, and fries, which came with a large portion for $5 during the late night happy hour. The only thing I wished for was that the fries came with sauce, but ketchup and ranch were provided after asking. Cocktails were good and had very interesting flavor profiles!
Cadence Cellars Speakeasy is a restaurant and full bar. The food menu lists starters such as beef-wellington egg rolls and a charcuterie board, salads, casual entrees such as sandwiches, upscale entrees such as filet mignon and lamb chops, and desserts such as cheesecake and gelato. The drink menu lists many cocktails and wines Through OpenTable, I had made a reservation for four people for a weekend lunch. OpenTable's website said that the restaurant's dress code is "business casual," but based on what other customers were wearing, I would recommend casual attire. The restaurant is located in the basement of the building. The seating hostess immediately seated us at a comfortable and clean table, and the waitress politely served us throughout our meal. I drank a Fallen Apple cocktail, and my husband drank a mocktail. I rate them each as 4 stars. My appetizer was a crab cake. My main course was a pulled-pork sandwich with truffle fries. My husband's main course was a chicken-bacon-ranch sandwich. I rate the foods as 4 stars.
Great Service, environment, food but best of all are the cocktails! We needed to kill some time before the Penguins game and the speakeasy Gods led us here.
Cadence Cellars was one of my family's favorite stops in the Strip. They had some of the most excellent drinks and food, and we spent so many wonderful days there over the years. So many amazing memories were made in this place. We are truly sad to hear that it has closed. Thank you for all the great experiences and hospitality over the years.
Came in on a Thursday night for some happy hour drinks and apps before going out for a friends birthday. For myself I had the tuna tartare appetizer which was incredible and then we all shared some French onion dip. I'm not usually a fan of French onion dip but I could not stop stuffing the chips and dip down my mouth. I didn't try any of the signature cocktails but my friends that did all really enjoyed them. They have a great beer list with a lot of my local favorites so I was able to enjoy the happy hour deals trying some new seasonal beer.
The food, service and atmosphere were amazing. Highly recommend checking them out. Celebrating my Mom's birthday here was a great idea. We enjoyed the cocktails and look forward to going back. I could see myself going for happy hour since I have a great appreciation for carefully crafted cocktails.
Great cocktails and wine selection with an old-timey feel. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the talented barkeeps whip up all kinds of elixirs that almost (almost) looked too good to drink. I appreciated the spooky fall decorations and look forward to seeing how things change once we head into the winter holiday season.
This was our anniversary restaurant choice. The ambiance is very cool. It's fairly large inside with tables spaced nicely apart. A cute sign said "Happy Anniversary." Our server was nice. No conversation, no recommendations, and no well wishes on our anniversary. The bread was spectacular, and needed more butter, but our waitress rarely checked back. Ordered pork schnitzel. It was tasty with nice breading and, although it looked o recooked, it wasn't. I had probably a tablespoon of mashed potato's. They were very good.. I think... gave hubby a taste and I had about 2 tastes left. They compensated by giving e tea carrots, I think. Nice idea, but I love my carbs. The "sneaky" moves (like adding carrots so someone didn't have to do proper mashed potatoes) continued into dessert. My gelato has 4 choc chips... in total. It was sent back and we were told they ran out of chips. In that case, DON'T PLATE IT!! Checked the desserts to go and there was no sauce w the cheesecake. Apparently they ran out and tried to pass it off hoping we wouldn't check (I'm guessing). They did remove the desserts, but we had to say something, which is awkward to begin with at an upper class establishment. Desserts were comped, but again, that just feels weird to complain!! Overall due to the sneaky moves, I gotta give 3 stars. Why plate something that obviously isn't right or is missing items? Either management screams at the Expo/server playing dessert or they totally don't care. We won't make a return trip.
Visiting family we decided to spend the day in Pittsburgh and decided to go back to Cadence Cellars since we enjoyed their brunch the last time we were here. They didn't offer brunch today since it was a week day so we opted for their lunch menu. I ordered their fish tacos and my husband ordered the spicy meatball sandwich. The meatball sandwich was very good and the fish tacos were just okay. The tortillas were stale and there was not much fish in it. I enjoyed their brunch better.
We are DEVASTATED that they're getting rid of Sunday brunch because it was the best dang brunch this city has to offer. We got the chicken and biscuits, breakfast bowl, and French toast. The chorizo gravy for the biscuits and bowl was phenomenal and we hope to replicate it at home. The French toast was light and fluffy, plus the syrup and fruit compote were top notch. The speakeasy vibe is everywhere you look in the room. We were impressed that even the restrooms kept up with the theme. Our server, Ian, was GREAT. Not only did he make sure we were taken care of, he gave great recommendations for food and beverage options. I also watched as he gave the same level of service for the rest of his tables, plus the other patrons in the restaurant. He deserves the highest of accolades. We look forward to going back for lunch and dinner! (But please offer brunch still because I'm so sad.)
The room is beautiful, the food is consistently solid to excellent, and the location does a lot of the work. What elevates Cellars into something genuinely special is the bar staff--they always go above and beyond!
I checked out the new fall menu and yummm. We got the braised short rib and the filet. The short rib the meat fell apart and was so good. The filet was cooked perfectly and had amazing flavor. We all tried all of the appetizers and my favorites were the beef Wellington egg roll, meatballs and fries. The staff was great, so nice and helpful. The history of the place is really cool and I love the bar.
Had a nice dinner here last night with a group of friends. They have a nice selection of wine and cocktails, and a happy hour on weekends that starts at 10pm! Our server was great with providing recommendations. She was attentive without being overbearing. This is definitely a place where you do not feel rushed through your meal. The crispy chicken I got on my salad was so good. I also tried a friend's short rib and it was amazing! read more
What a great restaurant/speakeasy in the Strip! There aren't a lot of vegetarian options to choose from, but the ones that I chose were delicious. The grilled halloumi and pesto sandwich was amazing and the size of the sandwich pretty decent. The watermelon feta salad was also delicious! The grilled asparagus was nice and crunchy as well. The faerie and the flight risk cocktail were made well as well! Perfect balance of sweetness to the amount of alcohol that you could taste. Would love to come back again to enjoy the speakeasy style ambiance. read more
This was an amazing date night spot! We went down to the cellar and sat at the bar to enjoy fancy drinks while waiting for friends. After we had a round, we were seated with our group to enjoy dinner. The service was amazing - accommodating & friendly offering recommendations. I ordered the French dip (or similar) it was SO GOOD. And paired various wines with the meal. I had a lovely experience and look forward to another visit! read more
We had a private event here the other week and it went really well! The private room is a cool vibe and spacious. Our servers did a great job of checking in on us at appropriate intervals. I was a little wary when I realized our food would be buffet style instead of individually plates but each dish was delicious and there was plenty to around. I would have another private event here again! read more
6 months ago
8 months ago
Really cool place underneath a bike shop, which my friend and I found by just wandering past. There was a small wait to sit at both a table and bar, so they gave us free sparkling wine while we waited! We split the Pittsburgh pour flight, southwest egg rolls, and fries, which came with a large portion for $5 during the late night happy hour. The only thing I wished for was that the fries came with sauce, but ketchup and ranch were provided after asking. Cocktails were good and had very interesting flavor profiles! read more
1 year ago
Cadence Cellars Speakeasy is a restaurant and full bar. The food menu lists starters such as beef-wellington egg rolls and a charcuterie board, salads, casual entrees such as sandwiches, upscale entrees such as filet mignon and lamb chops, and desserts such as cheesecake and gelato. The drink menu lists many cocktails and wines Through OpenTable, I had made a reservation for four people for a weekend lunch. OpenTable's website said that the restaurant's dress code is "business casual," but based on what other customers were wearing, I would recommend casual attire. The restaurant is located in the basement of the building. The seating hostess immediately seated us at a comfortable and clean table, and the waitress politely served us throughout our meal. I drank a Fallen Apple cocktail, and my husband drank a mocktail. I rate them each as 4 stars. My appetizer was a crab cake. My main course was a pulled-pork sandwich with truffle fries. My husband's main course was a chicken-bacon-ranch sandwich. I rate the foods as 4 stars. read more
10 months ago
Great Service, environment, food but best of all are the cocktails! We needed to kill some time before the Penguins game and the speakeasy Gods led us here. read more
4 months ago
Cadence Cellars was one of my family's favorite stops in the Strip. They had some of the most excellent drinks and food, and we spent so many wonderful days there over the years. So many amazing memories were made in this place. We are truly sad to hear that it has closed. Thank you for all the great experiences and hospitality over the years. read more
Came in on a Thursday night for some happy hour drinks and apps before going out for a friends birthday. For myself I had the tuna tartare appetizer which was incredible and then we all shared some French onion dip. I'm not usually a fan of French onion dip but I could not stop stuffing the chips and dip down my mouth. I didn't try any of the signature cocktails but my friends that did all really enjoyed them. They have a great beer list with a lot of my local favorites so I was able to enjoy the happy hour deals trying some new seasonal beer. read more
The food, service and atmosphere were amazing. Highly recommend checking them out. Celebrating my Mom's birthday here was a great idea. We enjoyed the cocktails and look forward to going back. I could see myself going for happy hour since I have a great appreciation for carefully crafted cocktails. read more
Great cocktails and wine selection with an old-timey feel. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the talented barkeeps whip up all kinds of elixirs that almost (almost) looked too good to drink. I appreciated the spooky fall decorations and look forward to seeing how things change once we head into the winter holiday season. read more
This was our anniversary restaurant choice. The ambiance is very cool. It's fairly large inside with tables spaced nicely apart. A cute sign said "Happy Anniversary." Our server was nice. No conversation, no recommendations, and no well wishes on our anniversary. The bread was spectacular, and needed more butter, but our waitress rarely checked back. Ordered pork schnitzel. It was tasty with nice breading and, although it looked o recooked, it wasn't. I had probably a tablespoon of mashed potato's. They were very good.. I think... gave hubby a taste and I had about 2 tastes left. They compensated by giving e tea carrots, I think. Nice idea, but I love my carbs. The "sneaky" moves (like adding carrots so someone didn't have to do proper mashed potatoes) continued into dessert. My gelato has 4 choc chips... in total. It was sent back and we were told they ran out of chips. In that case, DON'T PLATE IT!! Checked the desserts to go and there was no sauce w the cheesecake. Apparently they ran out and tried to pass it off hoping we wouldn't check (I'm guessing). They did remove the desserts, but we had to say something, which is awkward to begin with at an upper class establishment. Desserts were comped, but again, that just feels weird to complain!! Overall due to the sneaky moves, I gotta give 3 stars. Why plate something that obviously isn't right or is missing items? Either management screams at the Expo/server playing dessert or they totally don't care. We won't make a return trip. read more
Visiting family we decided to spend the day in Pittsburgh and decided to go back to Cadence Cellars since we enjoyed their brunch the last time we were here. They didn't offer brunch today since it was a week day so we opted for their lunch menu. I ordered their fish tacos and my husband ordered the spicy meatball sandwich. The meatball sandwich was very good and the fish tacos were just okay. The tortillas were stale and there was not much fish in it. I enjoyed their brunch better. read more
We are DEVASTATED that they're getting rid of Sunday brunch because it was the best dang brunch this city has to offer. We got the chicken and biscuits, breakfast bowl, and French toast. The chorizo gravy for the biscuits and bowl was phenomenal and we hope to replicate it at home. The French toast was light and fluffy, plus the syrup and fruit compote were top notch. The speakeasy vibe is everywhere you look in the room. We were impressed that even the restrooms kept up with the theme. Our server, Ian, was GREAT. Not only did he make sure we were taken care of, he gave great recommendations for food and beverage options. I also watched as he gave the same level of service for the rest of his tables, plus the other patrons in the restaurant. He deserves the highest of accolades. We look forward to going back for lunch and dinner! (But please offer brunch still because I'm so sad.) read more
7 months ago
The room is beautiful, the food is consistently solid to excellent, and the location does a lot of the work. What elevates Cellars into something genuinely special is the bar staff--they always go above and beyond! read more
I checked out the new fall menu and yummm. We got the braised short rib and the filet. The short rib the meat fell apart and was so good. The filet was cooked perfectly and had amazing flavor. We all tried all of the appetizers and my favorites were the beef Wellington egg roll, meatballs and fries. The staff was great, so nice and helpful. The history of the place is really cool and I love the bar. read more
I had high hopes for our dinner tonight, but it was an average experience at best. We had a reservation at 5:30 and didn't get seated for over 20 minutes. There were parties who came in after us (and also appeared to have a reservation) and they were seated first. The server was good, but the pace of the meal was not. Our appetizers came out quickly but then it was a solid hour wait for our entrees. When they finally came out, they weren't even that hot. As far as the food, the tuna tartare was tasty and plentiful but the fried burrata was a very small portion for the price. For entrees, we had the butternut squash ravioli, which was pretty good... but the chicken we added to the entree was dry and overcooked (burnt in some spots) and actually detracted from the taste of the ravioli. We also had the short rib, which the meat portion was plentiful and tasty, but the risotto, zucchini and cauliflower that accompanied the dish were a bit gross to be completely honest. The restaurant itself was nice and I like the re-purposing of the building. The lighting was nice and the decor was warm. Definitely a speakeasy vibe. I would not come back for dinner, but would return for happy hour perhaps. read more
1 year ago
Visiting Pittsburgh and one of traveling companions made reservations This place is awesome, the atmosphere is beautiful The service was on point The food was delicious ( my plate was food porn ) You can not go wrong with dinning here This place is a must read more
The ambiance was great. We were not seated by the bar so it was not to, low lighting, cool feel. There was an extensive drink menu, lots of cocktails and beer and wine options. Prices were average. Our meal was very good. We had excellent service. We had a very knowledgeable waitress. She gave great recommendations. Fun restaurant would go again. read more
The atmosphere! Plenty of rooms to separate this spot as soon as you walk down the steps, or take the elevator, into the speakeasy. Very busy on a Saturday night, but overall great service! The bar was super quick, a bartender even walked a menu over to us and walked around the bar to hand us our drinks since all barstools were full. Many local craft brews! Cinderlands and eleventh hour on draft Plenty of food options - I actually got the ricotta roast off the appetizer menu and my husband got the smash burger. Loved them both! Can't wait to come back - happy hour specials looks amazing! read more
11 months ago
Love the vibes of Cadence, great cocktails and a good food menu. Had the college football games and good spooky decorations. They seemed a little understaffed, but beyond that it was good! read more
1 year ago
Did not love my experience here unfortunately. The server did not seem very knowledgeable about the menu options that were gluten free. My table of 4 struggled to get the server's attention to order and it took a long time for our food to come out. The fries are in a shared fryer. You can have a few meat entrees and salads but would have liked to see gf labeled. I had the beef kabobs without the naan. I would rate it average unfortunately. Great drinks though! Celiac note: I was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2023 and have been on the hunt for safe and delicious gluten-free spots around Pittsburgh ever since. Everyone with celiac has different comfort levels when eating out, so I always recommend doing your own research and choosing what feels right for you. read more
Went there last night to have a few cocktails and to watch the last half of the Steelers Game. They have a cocktail menu that changes seasonally. I'm never disappointed when I get a drink there. The presentation is beautiful. service was fast and the waiter was knowledgeable. If you're looking for a late night drink spot this is it. read more
2 years ago
Got a reservation here for New Years Eve and was so excited! They were upfront about offering a limited menu when I made the reservation but they still had plenty of options to choose from! And this really helped their service to run quickly and smoothly! They had the space decorated beautifully for the holidays, it feels like you're in a cave, but a really warm and cozy cave if that makes sense. For starters, we ordered the beef Wellington eggrolls. I really was excited to try these, I thought it was a really unique menu item. They were VERY good, but a little dry and we were scraping the plate for aioli. We ended up asking for more on the side to dip and it made all the difference. I enjoyed a couple Arsenal Snowbound Cinnamon ciders, one of my favorites! I adore anyplace that keeps Arsenal cider on hand, especially the seasonal varieties! My entree came with a salad and option to upgrade to a Caesar which I opted for! This Caesar was excellent! Perfectly dressed with real parm shavings! The star of the night was the chicken Marsala. Served on a bed of mashed potatoes and green beans. This is one of the best Marsalas I've had. They added golden raisins to the sauce, which sounds crazy, but it works. It works really really well. I cleaned my plate. The chicken was tender and there was a generous amount of mushrooms in the sauce as well. I can't wait to return and try more of their menu items! read more
Came with a large group (14+) on a Friday evening. We had reaervstions and were sat immediately. The staff were friendly, but the service was definitely on the slower side. It took about 3 hours to get us in and out for dinner. All of the drinks were delicious, as was the food. Several of us ordered the mussels and the white wine sauce was super flavorful and had huge chunks of bacon. You could tell the cocktails were thoughtfully crafted and many came with a fun garnish. The ambiance is warm and inviting with dim lighting and prohibition era decor. read more
We stumbled upon this gem as we live 2 blocks from it. Definitely a nice date night spot. The basement feel and the cozy atmosphere here is great! The flights we had were awesome! Def recommend it if you love some strong whiskey! The old forester one was my favorite! We haven't eaten anything here other than fries, so def will be back again for some food. I've been here multiple times for the whiskey flights! read more
This was not my first time at cadence but it totally reminded me I need to get back. The new fall drink and food menu blew my mind. I honestly tried to think of something I tried and didn't like, but couldn't. My filet was cooked to perfection and the truffle fries stole my heart. This whole spot is a vibe right below Smallman street. Service was 10/10 and I cannot wait to see you all again so soon! read more
2 years ago
My partner and I were on the Strip and wanted brunch and were lucky enough to stumble on this restaurant. Being a "speakeasy" it's definitely a really cute space. The service and ambience were excellent. We both really enjoyed our meals. I had the Farmer's Breakfast (gravy on the side) and my partner had the Fried Chicken and Biscuits and we both really enjoyed everything. We would definitely go back and would love to check our dinner sometime too. read more
We found this place by accident and decided to give it a shot based on the reviews. We were not let down. The roast beef dip sandwich was probably the best I ever had. The cocktails were balanced so well. The place just has a positive vibe from all the employees and the food is even better. On a side note, there was a Steeler in there with family having brunch on an off day. You never know who you will see in the Strip District. read more
1 year ago
Wow we found this hidden gem. Super cool underground cave speakeasy. Cocktails are so unique. We ordered a Huldra which was very smooth and delicious. They made us a tequila cocktail not on the menu that was smoky and delightful! Great bar tenders. read more
2 years ago
I went with a small group after an event. I liked the ambiance and historical decorations around the space. Our server was quick with our order. We enjoyed fries, peach pie ala mode and steak rolls. All were a great size to split among the group. I would go again for light apps or a meal read more
2 years ago
Cadence at the strip has GOT to be your next stop for stunner cocktails, elevated entrees & speakeasy vibes. The mushroom risotto was excellent & our cocktails were ELITE in taste & presentation. If you're a whiskey person, their lengthy list including 50+ bourbons speaks to my soul. This spot is also great for events like rehearsal dinners, birthdays & more with their several private spaces. Their catering menu is equally as divine. read more
FUN UNIQUE SPOT IN THE HEART oF THE STRIP - PERFECT FOR YOUR NEXT DATE NIGHT. Checked out Cadence Cellars Speakeasy for the first time last week and my husband and I both really enjoyed our time and the ambiance. The restaurant/bar is located downstairs from the bike shop and definitely has that 'Speakeasy' feel. We had dinner and cocktails and some friends met us for a second round of drinks after dinner. We agreed the cocktails were great, and their spirits selection was nice for my bourbon-loving hubby. We both got the steak salad and enjoyed it. I would rate the food a 4/5 as it was good just not amazing. Our waitress was really great and attentive. We told her some friends were coming to meet us and she was more than accommodating. Also gave us great cocktail and food recommendations. I've seen other reviews that mentioned the service wasn't that good but I thought our service was really great and I would give that a 5/5 rating. Overall I would give this place a 4.5/5 and it was definitely nice to find a fun but different kind of spot in the burgh. Hope you enjoy! read more
9 months ago
1 year ago
We had a very nice dining experience when we went for my father-in-law's birthday. The waitresses are very attentive. The drinks and charcuterie were very good. I had the mushroom risotto and it was way too salty for me. My husband had steak skewers and really liked it. It's a little on the pricey side, but I would say it's worth it for the experience. read more
The entrance to Cadence is a bit odd, but once you get down to the cellar, the vibe is great. They had a lot of cool rooms down there for events, too. The menu options are very interesting. Picky eaters can always order from the bar menu, which offers some more standard bar options. The calamari was some of the best I've had in a long time & came with crispy asparagus, of all things -delicious! Everyone enjoyed what they ordered and with a large group, it seemed like we ordered almost everything on the menu. Our waitress was wonderful and friendly. Keeping up with a large group always impresses me. I'd definitely go back. read more
6 months ago
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2400 Smallman St
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