It's weird to review a place I haven't visited in person. But Space Bar took some of their staff to…read morethe 2026 World Science Fiction Convention in Anaheim, and hosted a party in the convention hotel (on August 28). The staff they had at the convention were all super-cool people. They served great drinks. I haven't seen their drink menu, so I just said a few words about what I like, and they mixed up good stuff -- at reduced alcohol per my request. Perfect! Best of all, they had the acclaimed science fiction and fantasy author Mary Robinette Kowal as their special guest. (But she lives in North Carolina, so don't expect her as a regular in the Pittsburgh location.) Space Bar is obviously LGBT+ friendly, but it's an everyone bar. OK, maybe not everyone: it will be more fun if you're interested in science fiction and fantasy, and don't upset the vibe. I'll be sure to visit the in-person location next time I'm in Pittsburgh.

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.

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

The Hype is not deserved here…read more Let's begin with parking: one poor valet trying to keep up. Turned away as no more space. The area is a traffic disaster. Rooftop bar? Most seating and is interior and without view. You can peer over the sides or stand outside, no reservations, and packed. Drinks are average. Not high end cocktails, rather, locally distilled brew with too much mixer. Food is bar food. Meh at best. Service appears to want to be anywhere else but here. Inattentive and slow. It's screaming loud, the crowd appears to have migrated from Donzis (iykyk). If you have been to other urban roof top bars and are hoping this is Pittsburgh's equivalent, sadly, it misses the mark.

Three of us stopped by on a Thursday night around 8:30pm and were able to get a table right away…read more It was pretty chill with only a few other parties there. The inside is dimly lit and has that gorgeous chandelier. There's bar seating, a few tables on the ground floor, and a few tables on a higher level. They have some snacks but we skipped those and went straight for the cocktails. The cocktails overall are excellent and I'll definitely be back!

I rly like the vibe, gets busy at night so should reserve ahead of time. Cool drink combos, nice…read morestaff, ambient date place : ). I love going to little speakeasies like this with my wife, glad there is one here in pittsburgh.

This spot is great because it's open late and it's always poppin at night! Love that they have late…read morenight sushi till 11pm and a wide variety of drinks. They had a huge whiskey selection and a great menu of cocktails. Their old fashioned with Hibiki was great. The sushi was decent and our server Gina was super nice!! We got a table immediately despite it being a very busy late Tuesday night.

Service was outstanding. The Fred's Old Fashion really is the best around. We enjoyed the corn dip…read morebut The Spicy Pie was a giant bust. I can't think of anything that would save this. We really enjoy the atmosphere and seating here. Can't wait to come back.

Stopped by for a late night drink and this spot never disappoints. The bartenders are incredibly…read moretalented and kind. We had some questions about different ingredients in the drinks and they thoroughly explained everything to us. We tried a regular old fashioned and the pig roast. These are typically not drinks I would go for but WOW incredibly delicious. Definitely a fun spot to branch out and try something new. We will definitely be back to try some of their food, but highly recommend for some good cocktails

We came here to "kill" some time before meeting for dinner. This is a great cocktail bar!…read more I am a bourbon guy, but my wife is not a bourbon fan. We came here during Happy Hour and I got an Old Fashioned; my wife got a different cocktail. My wife prefers either tequila or vodka. The service here is next level; bartenders who know how to make a drink and they know how to give the right level of attention. The environment is, also, next level. The bathrooms are superior and the environment is fantastic. Stop by fora cocktail or a meal; you wont regret it.

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!

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.

Had a nice dinner here last night with a group of friends. They have a nice selection of wine and…read morecocktails, 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!

What a great restaurant/speakeasy in the Strip! There aren't a lot of vegetarian options to choose…read morefrom, 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.

We came here for our 58th anniversary, and were seated exactly where we wanted, and were sipping…read moreour drinks, when a sweet young lady asked if we would mind moving. They wanted to join our table with two other others to accommodate a larger party. I was a bit annoyed, but we complied. Soon the manager came over and apologized profusely then said that because they had to move us on a special day, he would comp our meal. That is a good manager. Even had he not done that, I would have praised the restaurant and the meal. Service was excellent, I got an old school drink, which was made perfectly, and our steaks were fantastic. We were happy not to be upstairs where it sounded extremely lively. We are old, and a booth, near the bar was exactly what proved to be the best place for us. If we go back to Pittsburgh, we will eat here again.

3.6, but I'll round up to 4 for service. First off, really appreciated the woman serving. She was…read morevery knowledgeable about the menu and helpful (when the other server forgot to bring a spoon with the French onion soup, I went to the bar and she gave me one right away). The French onion soup was a banger. Very savory and salty, nice layer of cheese on top, and plenty of cooked onions. They hit and did not miss. The entrée was good - gnocchi with sliced chicken atop a sort of corn elote / chowder / cojito confection. The gnocchi were stuffed with asiago, but I tasted more corn flavor than any asiago. I'd say, for the price of the food (and wasn't cheap), it wasn't out of this world flavor-wise. But the vibes were cool and the cocktails looked interesting. I'd cone here again to try another dish.

I hosted my monthly book club this past Sunday afternoon and it was such a fun afternoon!…read more The staff was super friendly and accommodating. We were able to order individually and then we had our own table on the second floor. Which was great because we pretty much had the space to ourselves but then we could enjoy the live music which was awesome!! I enjoyed a cocktail and a snack, and both were very yummy. Definitely will be back, especially when there is live music! Shout out to Melanie for your assistance!

Distillery that's a bit further away from the main strip district area but worth the walk if you're…read morein the mood for a good cocktail. They currently have some cocktail slushies on the menu for summertime. We got the painkiller - it's really good! Great for a warm day. They have a promo that they posted on IG but it's slightly misleading. It makes it seem like the first round ($12) will get you the cup in addition to your first round and you can get $5 refills thereafter. On the check though, there's a charge for the cup and each charge is also inflated ($5.20 for a refill, and $12 + some change for the first drink - I forget the cents, maybe $12.48). Not sure why they don't just keep the charges flat to match what they posted online. Good drink though!