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Julia E.

We went to A Very Merry Mixtape on Thursday for one of their family friendly sessions. It was awesome! 1) the place was amazingly decorated. Not a space unfilled 2) you get a free drink with your ticket and then the bar is available with a variety of cocktails and mocktails 3) the hosts- aunt merry and krampus were so great! They even let my daughter be a judge 4) they had fun trivia and other games available during our 90 minute stay. They mentioned they would be gutting the place in January and then will reopen with a brand new theme. We can't wait! Will definitely be back.

Our hosts, Krampus and Elf.
Angie C.

I'm back with another review of Mixtape, and something I didn't mention in my review a year ago, because I had no reason to think about it then, is to give them kudos for how inclusive they are. Not only are all kinds of people made to feel welcome here, but if you are a non-drinker, which I have unexpectedly become over the past year, the thoughtfulness begins the moment you walk in the door. Your ticketed session comes with a welcome drink, and they immediately mention that there is a nonalcoholic version as well. It's always delicious and thoughtful, and there's also a full mocktail menu of seasonal options to make you feel as thought of and included as your friends who are drinking. The decor just gets better every time, there are more fun game options and you couldn't possibly do all of the available activities in the 90 minute session; you really get your money's worth at these pop-ups. But I really just wanted to call them out for their inclusiveness because it is intentional and thoughtful and, in a world of holiday pop-ups where drinks are often pre-batched and nothing is available for non-drinkers, incredibly refreshing and appreciated.

Zabrina H.

Mixtape Christmas pop up bar is the best in town! Decorated to perfection and a fun game night led by the staff. I'm also sober so appreciated the N/A drink options.

Jessica F.

I've been here several times, most recently for the Tinseltown holiday pop-up. Unlike other holiday bars in the area, you buy tickets for a specific time. This is good because the bar isn't overly crowded, but we did feel sort of rushed and the advertised drink including with the ticket price is definitely not full size... only a few sips. That being said, the elves were hilarious and the cocktail list was inventive. I had the hot cider drink and it was delicious! Decorations were so fun and there was plenty of space to sit with friends and chat. Service was very friendly here too!

Karla D.

Woohoo!!! They're back and dare I say better than ever, even after a soft opening visit? I loved, loved, loved this neighborhood spot and was so sad to see them go. New owners are bringing life back to this amazing venue. For a soft opening, I'll say they're doing it right. Gonna be a few more ticketed dodge opening nights before they have a grand opening. I'm sure there are kinks to work out but as a customer I didn't experience any issues. Super cool, inclusive environment. I always gauge places with this phrase, "I'd totally come here if I were in NYC, London, or Chicago". It's got the big city club scene hype with the heart of a small city. It's really just wonderful. So lucky to have lots of great places in and around my neighborhood. The quintessential neighborhood establishment to be shared with out-of-town guests. Owners are so incredibly kind too. I give them 25,000 thumbs up!!

The dance floor....
Milo B.

This Illy Philly needed some culture in her life as she hasn't had some in a while... books, school and work...smh... I saw the information for the art installation of Alice in Wonderland at Mixtape and thought, YES!!!! I love Mixtape and their wonderfully crafted drinks and service. The Bartenders are always phenomonal, the drinks are absolutely lovely and good, and I've never been disappointed by their music. I also love that there's an extremely diverse crowd at Mixtape that adds to the atmosphere. I ordered the Looking Glass, which was a light, bubbly drink of Elderflower Liqueur, Brut, Orange Blossom, and mint, and it was refreshing and oh so light. They had pastries, so I ordered their cookie and a lovely and artistic cake that featured Absolem the hookah smoking caterpillar in Alice in Wonderland and prepared myself for a lovely evening.... this is easy to have at Mixtape....

Holiday pop
Victoria G.

Loved my 1st holiday popup at Tinseltown. We got tickets in advance. I had a great time with friends doing the trivia and getting hints from the elves. I enjoy the immersive experience and had many laughs from the pony to the naught and nice chair. It's a must see if you have not been.

Ken L.

We were here on a Thursday night and it was not crowded at all. We were able to just chill and talk here. There was ample seating and the bartenders were nice. The vibe is pretty fun and airy in here. There are so many disco balls! It definitely seems like it would be a fun time coming here for a theme night. They have some board games that you can go and play while having drinks too. They have a nice drink menu with fun names. The drinks are not bad! I had the Thin Red Duke and it was good. It was interesting though that they spray the rose water on top of the drink. I think I would've liked more rose flavor since I love rose flavored things. Nice place to go and grab a drink and chill on the weekdays. On weekends, we tried to go once but it was too crowded for us. Depends on the vibe you're going for! They do have a garage door at the front of the place and it was opened so people could smoke, so it was a little cold inside.

Celebrating my 22nd birthday!
Ashlyn W.

I've been wanting to go here for a while so I'm glad I finally got to. It was cool inside they had like an 80s night going on which was cool but because of it we had to pay a $10 cover charge which I didn't want to do but the drink I got, the woo woo was so good and the prices were cheap for that so that was good. The staff was really nice and the music was good, we really wanted food tho and they didn't have any but it was late so that's understandable they have a cool vibe with the pin ball machines right when you come in

Mojito with berries.
Matthew U.

I'm in love with Mixtape. It is quite possibly the best bar in the Pittsburgh area. I know some people would disagree with me, but hear me out why this is the best bar in the Pittsburgh area. First and foremost, the simple menu and pricing. What you see on the menu is what you get. That goes for what you order and the price of that item. No figuring out what tax is going to be, how much to tip, all that stuff. The price you see is what you pay. Why, you may ask. Because this establishment pays their employees a wage that does not depend on tipping. This establishment cares about it's employees. This establishment should be your destination spot when you want to support local. Second, it is such a chill atmosphere, no need to be stressed when you can have a nice rest. It is a very laid back area to relax in. Seating of every variety in here (the only thing I could ding them on, not all seating is the most comfortable), some great music that you will catch yourself singing along to at some point, and the artwork is pretty killer. Third, play a board/card game to take your mind off of whatever is troubling you. Need to distract yourself, pull one of many games from their shelves and dive in. Pull your whole group into the game and forget about life outside for a little bit. Fourth, the employees. I loved the employees in here. They were so attentive. From the moment you walk in you are greeted at the door (they card everyone that walks in), placing your order at the bar or just sitting there you are constantly checked on. They are some of the best conversationalists in the city. Fifth, the drinks. No matter what you might be looking for, whether it be coffee or something harder, they got you covered. If you go with the Mojito, add the berries. I will say that again, ADD THE BERRIES! Those berries are fresh and amazing and give that drink a nice taste. I also like watching them make the drinks. It's like a mini show, so intricate. Sixty, the artwork. They really embraced the mixtape motif in here, and it is a bit like a time warp. All those cassettes on the wall reminds you of making a mixtape while hiding in your bedroom. Then the paintings on the wall transports you back to a time in pop culture where the songs were poppier and the music videos were actually played on MTV. If a painting on the wall catches your fancy, you may be able to purchase it. Come for a drink, leave with some artwork for your home. I really shouldn't have to list anymore, I think you get the point. Oh, yeah, one HUGE tip here. If you are sitting at one of the areas, use your menu effectively. If you come in off the street, pay attention to this. the one page on the menu is a seat saver. You read that right, it's like the Pittsburgh Chair for your table. If the table appears to be free, check the menu first. If this page is face up, don't steal somebody else's seat. That is Mixtape's PITTSBURGH CHAIR!

Dance floor!
Maddie B.

I had my wedding afterparty here and it was so much fun! I adore all of the disco balls and pinball machines -- the overall ambiance and music was incredible. If I lived in a Pittsburgh again I'd come here all the time: they even made me and my husband a custom drink to celebrate our marriage! Great service too--everyone I talked with had great energy. I want to thank everyone at Mixtape for making my wedding day one of the best days of my life--nothing like dancing under tons of disco balls surrounded by great people to make you feel happy.

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Anokhy D.

We came during happy hour on a weekday and were pleased to have plenty of seating options and our pick of card games (there's a bookshelf of games). I appreciated that the happy hour options weren't just mixed well-drinks, but two pages of discounted creative craft cocktails, all music-themed. Drinks we got: -kiwi do you love me (subtle kiwi flavor but nice to see it in any drink since it's such a rare add in) -back to black (like another version of a blackberry bramble) -mocha chocalata (chocolate cold brew but drunk) -cantaloop (see note for kiwi) TLDR: place is funky, drinks are tasty, bartenders were friendly and approachable. Don't forget to grab a bowl of the movie theater style popcorn!

Catherine L.

Great cocktails...very inventive and they change up the menu every so often to keep it fresh. Highly recommend a staple shot: lemon beat drop. This is a no tipping establishment which I think is fantastic. All of their employees are paid a living wage and thus they treat it like a real job and BUST their butts. Everyone from the owner down to the busers are all smiling, friendly, and care about what they so. Vibe is really comfortable and fun. They have a bunch of board games for you to play and have a big screen they show old movies, music videos, or ironic TV shows. No food (other than free popcorn and a few chips/snacks) but they do allow outside food. Overall...great place to hang out with friends and enjoy some wonderful cocktails!

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Enjoyable place with good drinks and music. The atmosphere was unusual but cool, offering a fun time.

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I'm thinking about coming here for New Year's Eve and would like a place that has a chill vibe (sounds like it), but also has dancing. Does Mixtape have a decent amount of dancing throughout the night on bigger nights? (holidays, Friday's/Saturday's)

Hi Nick. Thank you so much for your inquiry. Unfortunately Mixtape does not have a dance floor. The NYE event is just going to be a cocktail party and lounge night.

Hi - Is it okay to bring Spak Bros. pizza in here (or food generally)?

Hello! Outside food is generally fine, just no outside beverages :) All we ask is that you don't bring more than will fit on your table so we can keep seating open for other guests.

When are 90s nights held?

Hi, Ada! Thank you so much for contacting Mixtape. Unfortunately, we stopped hosting 90s nights (and other regularly-scheduled dance nights) in the Spring of 2017 due to a decline in attendance. Belvederes in Lawrenceville still hosts a 90s night… 

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