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    Kelly's Bar & Lounge

    3.6 (229 reviews)
    ModerateLounges, American
    Open 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Molly H.

    Consistently one of my favorite bars in Pittsburgh for a fun nightcap and a snack! The vibes are cozy and comforting, with just enough worn-in charm to feel at home and relaxed. I've yet to have a bad cocktail here, and they have a fantastic list of classic drinks. The first time I visited Kelly's, I was floored by the fact that they didn't just have a few drafts and a basic list of 2-ingredient cocktails. They have great craft beverages and very good food! The service is always friendly and swift. It's hard to think of a better place to sit for an hour or two with friends and catch up over a martini or a godfather or a French 75 (and fries, of course). It's no surprise that Anthony Bourdain visited this beloved bar in his Parts Unknown episode! Long live Kelly's!

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    Karen H.

    Kelly's is your typical hole in the wall with great bar food. The inside is super dark and there's bar seating as well as some smaller booths available. There is also seating available on their patio out back. Our server was nice and patient. I thought our cocktails were decent and reasonably priced for what they were. They have your basics and they're sticking to them. The food was delicious fried bar food. Overall, a solid dive bar that is open every day of the week.

    Samantha K.

    This place was a whole vibe! Before walking in you'd think it was a drive bar and sketchy. Do not let this deter you! I repeat, do not let it deter you! Go inside! The food is delicious and top notch. The service is friendly and quick. They've got a bar full with many selections but I love how it had local beers you could pick from. Especially the sour beers. It's hard to find sour beers and they had three to choose from, all three local! I loved the vibe too. The pink hue, the dark lighting, and the 80s music just took you back in time to good days! It's a little loud because the music so if youre going for an intimate chat, probably not the best place. But id still go for a date, a friend's night out, or just dinner! I will be coming here again while in the area. It's decently priced as well.

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    Alexa C.

    You can't beat $5 daily drinks specials with late night food til 11pm, including the infamous mac & cheese

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    Isabel L.

    Best dive bar in Pittsburgh. Can't beat their rotating $5 cocktail and the best fries ever. Great service and hidden gem within East Liberty.

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    Rena Z.

    Tried the famous Mac & Cheese! Definitely good but did not blow my socks off. In fact, I had Goodles (healthy box Mac & Cheese) before I went and probably enjoyed it just as much. Overall I do think the pricing of the food was good, but it was SUPER hot in the bar...like uncomfortably stuffy

    James D.

    Kelly's is exactly what I want in a neighborhood bar. It's small. It's dark. There is one side which hosts a massive rail and other intimate booths which run parallel. The music was on point all evening. We came after a Pirates game and it was slammed, after waiting for five minutes we got a table. The food here is homey. Massive portions and definitely proper pub food. Went with the fish sandwich, Cajun meatloaf and Mac and cheese. The fish sandwich is massive. It needs sauce, so make sure to coat the boat in provided tarter. The meatloaf had a nice kick and was smothered in perfectly cooked onions. The Mac and cheese was good, albeit not the most amazing and didn't live up to the hype for me. I would, however, order it again. If you're looking for a cool spot in a gentrified neighborhood, Kelly's is your go-to.

    Meghan M.

    I started coming here because I live walking distance to it now. It doesn't look like much from the outside but it's a really fun atmosphere when you go in! It feels like a diner but it serves great cocktails and food. They also have really good vegan options surprisingly too! This is a great spot that my girlfriend and I like to come to.

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    Palm Palm - The Orange - orange mousse, mandarin cremeux, mandarin jelly, orange cake

    Palm Palm

    4.5(137 reviews)
    0.1 miShadyside
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    Visited Palm Palm for Mother's Day dinner and had a great experience. The food was flavorful,…read morebeautifully plated, and fresh. The lobster rolls were delicious, the salmon was cooked perfectly, and the pistachio dessert was amazing. Our server, Daron, was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even better despite the holiday rush. Great food and great service and a beautiful atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.

    A classy atmosphere with endless options of culinary excellence!…read more At the top of most Pittsburgh searches for trendy restaurants, Palm Palm delivers on all aspects. Simplistic, covered parking with a large parking structure attached to the restaurant. Elegance encapsulated with the high ceilings, modern fixtures, and classy atmosphere. The food is next level. With so many awesome small plate options, we decided to get drinks and share in the opportunities. This may be of benefit, as Palm Palm brings out food when it is ready instead of waiting to serve a full course to a party. Let's review the small plates: - Roasted Broccoli Caesar - roasted tender and perfectly coated with the brioche and parm - Focaccia Bread Board - fluffy, salty focaccia with somewhat simplistic board options of butters and jam - Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup Dumplings - easily our favorite bite!! Served in a spoon with creamy soup floating a perfectly filled dumpling of cheese goodness - Truffle Spaghettios - hello childhood, you missed the mark. These spaghettios may have you thinking nostalgia but the flavors are stellar. - Mini Lobster Rolls - chilled, copious lobster on a buttery crisp roll... shhhh they brought us a second one for free!!! - Waygu Meatballs - the plating is top notch. Little meatball holders to allow the French onion to soak in and the cheesy to perfectly melt across them all. Melt in your mouth meatballs with seasoning to make your want another! - Classic Oysters - a nice starter for the birthday boy! For drinks, we loved their homemade sodas - Lemon Ginger, Strawberry Passion Fruit, & Sunset Fire added the perfect sip between bites! And of courseeeee... you need desserts! Why not turn them into shareable small plates too!! - The Orange - levels of orange flavor perfectly paired together with sweetness to enhance the palate and enjoy! - Dark Desire - rich, dark chocolates with flairs of chocolate work. So goooood!! - Key Lime Pie - wooowww citrus overload. But so moist and yummy. Our waitress was phenomenal. Giving great suggestions, ensuring we always had dishes cleared and glasses filled... and even telling us menu changes that made some dishes not worth it anymore. Wow!! This is celebration station too! With the sparkler extraordinaire almost every table was celebrating someone or something while we were there. It's no surprise that this place is, was, and will be a trendy spot in Pittsburgh!!

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    Interior dining room

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    Le Mardi Gras

    4.2(80 reviews)
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    If you are interested in a genuine, laid back bar experience, look no further! Le Mardi Gras is…read moretruly special. Not only did the bar tender go above and beyond to find out what kind of drink would suit me best but the drink itself was also spectacular. I still have dreams about this martini. Be prepared to only drink a few though because they are quite strong. I would not expect to drive here and be able to drive home. The atmosphere is dark and intimate with a totally rad and almost New Orleans-ish flare to it. They allow smoking which is a bad thing if you don't like smoke hanging in the air, but it does add to the authentic old-timey bar feel if you're up for it. We came here for pre-dinner cocktails before heading over to Girasole (an amazing little old world Italian place) right next door. A fantastic pairing and the perfect night out. All in all, I would go here every weekend if I lived near. Since I have to make the trip by car service, it's saved for special occasions, which may just add to its overall charm for me.

    I'm unsure why low reviewers complain about the smoke- this is a cigar bar. If you go to a cigar…read morebar, then expect smoke. It was exactly what my friends were looking for after dinner down the street. The cigars, drinks, were well-priced (although it is cash-only). The laid back vibe and tucked in booths were appreciated because we were in our own little world talking away. I don't have much to say about the bartenders because I didn't really interact with them. I think the only recommendation I have is to put the cigars in a humidor rather than a plastic bin. That was a bit off-putting.

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    4.4(184 reviews)
    0.1 miEast Liberty
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    I know it's more expensive than other coffee shops, but I have to say it's worth it!…read more This space is so pretty and with a great vibe, huge open area with lots of windows and cozy seating. They have a full bar for a boozy brunch, but their classic cafe is great! The spring special tangerine latte was one of the bets over had! The chicken salad toast was also delicious, with a pretty good portion size and some of the best chicken salad honestly had. It's a super great place to hang out, do some work, or read, really love it!

    What a cool spot in East Liberty! Margaux has both a cafe portion and a bar in the same location. I…read morecame here when it was later at night, so I didn't get to see the cafe in all its glory. But, from what I had at the bar, I can tell it's a nice spot. I don't drink alcohol, so I just got a mocktail. I can't quite recall what it was called, but I thought it was awesome. It was sparkling and had a nice fruity and herbal flavor to it. Really good mocktail. My buddy got a cocktail and said it was quite good as well. The service is nice, the views are pretty cool if you're sitting by the windows, and the overall vibe of the place is super cool. I would definitely recommend this spot, and would like to come back for small plates or pastries and coffee in the morning!

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    Margaux - All of Margaux's permanent artwork was created by local artists.

    All of Margaux's permanent artwork was created by local artists.

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    5801 Video Lounge and Café - White Pizza with Tomatoes

    5801 Video Lounge and Café

    3.8(118 reviews)
    0.4 miShadyside
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    Great fun, solid food. The dance floor is great. The music they play is always fresh and the live…read moredjs get the crowd going.

    've been coming to this bar ever since I moved to Pittsburgh, and I've never experienced anything…read morelike what happened last Friday (January 30th, 2026). My friend and I come here every Friday for happy hour. Over the past few weeks, we noticed that our tabs didn't seem to match what we were actually drinking, so this time I decided to ask for our receipts. That's when we saw we were both charged for shots of Espolón tequila--something neither of us ordered. I was drinking margaritas and always ask for well tequila in mixed drinks. This makes me wonder how many times we've been charged for drinks we never had. Completely unacceptable. When we brought this up, we were told to speak with the manager to correct the tab. He was extremely rude and immediately accused us of ordering the shots, even though he wasn't present. He was more focused on watching RuPaul than helping. He then claimed my card had been declined weeks earlier, which forced me to call my bank and dispute a double charge. Thanks for the extra hassle. You come here expecting a good time and leave not wanting to return. Management clearly needs to address issues with staff to prevent this from continuing. That so-called manager has no business working in customer service. I've only seen him on Fridays and Saturdays--about 5'10", skinny, wearing sweats and a gray Carhartt beanie. He's always rude, but this encounter was beyond the limit. This happened around 9-10pm in the middle bar. If you decide to come here, be careful and always ask for your receipt--otherwise, you may end up overcharged.

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    5801 Video Lounge and Café
    5801 Video Lounge and Café
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    Duo’s - AL PASTOR TACO PACKAGE

    Duo’s

    4.6(134 reviews)
    0.2 miEast Liberty

    Best restaurant experience we've had since moving to Pittsburgh, not even close…read more My wife and I had our first night away from the kids in a long time, and we wrapped it up with brunch here on Sunday, turns out they had just started brunch a week ago. We randomly walked into it and got very lucky. We ordered the masa pancakes, breakfast burrito, and al pastor tacos. Unreal across the board. The pancakes had these crispy, buttery edges with incredible flavor and syrup. The burrito was perfect, every bite hit and you could tell the tortilla was homemade. And the al pastor tacos were insane, honestly better than what I've had in California and Mexico. We were completely full and still kept eating like idiots because it was that good. Service somehow matched the food: * Lacy (server) was awesome, attentive, sweet and dialed in * Ella (host) set the tone right away with a warm welcome * Migdalia (bar) crushed it, (jumping bean is to die for) * Olivia (AGM) clearly runs a tight operation, she was friendly, passionate and made sure to check in with us You can feel that people actually care here, which is rare. How is it even possible to have both perfect food and service?! We'll be back next week for dinner, can't wait. If you're debating it, don't!

    I'll start w a summary - Overall, the food was okay. I wouldn't come back for it but the service is…read morewhat puts this place down so much. The manager was the only person that seemed professional and attentive. Bar seating was so uncomfortable that I ended up standing for some of my meal. Entered around 7:45 and was told it was 45 minutes for a seat so we gladly took bar seating. Staff initially politely greeted us. We ordered our appetizers and a drink. My girlfriend's espresso martini was stiff and flavorless. The tostado de atún & flauta de tinga were both good. The problems started after our apps. We waited quite some time before the bartenders asked us what we wanted for an entree. For a period of time our waters were empty. Our dinners came out and the birria was okay but not great, kind of a watered down broth with an aftertaste of spice. The gringa al pastor tacos were good. The pollo rostizado was too messy to want to eat in a restaurant. The bar lighting was also so dim that my friend didn't realize the color difference to realize what was salsa vs black beans. We then waited at least fifteen minutes after our meals were finished if we wanted dessert. There were two bartenders that didn't seem to communicate at all so one asked us if we needed anything else after we were waiting 10+ minutes for our desserts already. The desserts - flan & tamal de cacao - were fine. The flan was thicker & creamier than most, which I preferred and had a strong caramel taste if that's your thing. The mousse was airy but the tamal was 99% corn and 1% chocolate flavoring.

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    Duo’s - Downstairs and upstairs seating

    Downstairs and upstairs seating

    Duo’s - Brisket tacos

    Brisket tacos

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    One By Spork - - [ ] Basket - elk, nebbiolo, tomato

    One By Spork

    4.8(12 reviews)
    0.7 miBloomfield

    Absolutely loved our One By Spork experience from start to finish. Every bite and every sip just…read morehit. Really enjoyed the interactive opportunities to learn from the chefs and beverage director as well as ask questions about their process. Fave dishes were the tuna tartar, fagottini, venison and the pastry chef just slayed everything she touched. Pairings were perfection. What an opportunity to be surrounded by such high level talent and passion. We can't wait to come back!

    This is a rarity in Pittsburgh and I'm glad it exists. We dined at Spork before they switched to…read morethe tasting menu and wasn't too fond of it-my opinion has changed! There is a hard start time as the tasting menu is done in a large group setting-serving everyone at once. So, we found ourselves wandering around the neighborhood and then standing in front of the door waiting for 6pm to strike, I felt like a creep. The area itself is an open floor plan so when they welcome you in, it's confusing to see the table we will be seated around but also see little stations for the canapés. Little awkward. We found a two-seater, and as a plus size woman I felt a bit cramped. My husband and I are both tall (5'11" and 6'3" so we were both fighting over who got the bench seat vs the little stool. There's always that awkwardness when you're looking around trying to figure out what the heck is about to happen and wondering..when is it time to EAT. We did 3 or 4 canapés which were all enjoyable-one that stands out to me had goat cheese and beets-yum! We are asked to take our seats at the large table and ...awkward again bc we are just kind of all looking around waiting. I have a sensitivity to alcohol so I did the N.A. pairing and I didn't feel like I missed out on much. The sommelier did a great job at explaining the notes and why each pairing happened. I really enjoyed the tasting menu. The chef kept us abreast of what we were trying and looped in other accompanying staff which gave us some of their backstory which was nice. I love that the restaurant has an urban garden and tries to reduce waste-that's so important. Minus 1 star because of the clunkiness of the bench area vs the large table where we ate and the cost. $275/pp plus tip isn't something that many can swing in a blue collar city.

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    Seating

    One By Spork - - [ ] Lamb tartare - rye cracker, egg, onion

    - [ ] Lamb tartare - rye cracker, egg, onion

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