If you're looking for something fun and totally different in Pittsburgh, you have to check out…read moreSpace Bar. Such a unique spot. The whole space-themed concept makes it feel like an experience, not just a night out. The vibes are fun, a little quirky, and perfect if you want something outside the usual bar scene. The drinks are delicious, creative, and honestly just as cool to look at as they are to drink. Definitely one of those places I'd go back to again. If you're in Pittsburgh and want something memorable, this is it.

We I finally made it here after trying to go for a while and just letting time get away from us. We…read moremade reservations for two and went on a Friday night. When we walked in, the host greeted us right away, asked for our name, and seated us pretty quickly. There were actually a good amount of open seats, so I am not sure reservations were completely necessary, but it was still nice to have one. I honestly expected the inside to feel more extravagant and space themed, almost like an outer space vibe with more visual elements and atmosphere. I was hoping for something more immersive and futuristic. It was still cool overall, just not quite as visually dramatic as I imagined. We ordered an espresso martini and the Kiwi Nova. I really enjoyed my drink, especially after talking with the host who explained that they use scientific processes for their cocktails along with fresh purées and fresh ingredients. That is something I really appreciate because I am not a fan of drinks made with a lot of simple syrup or fake additives. He loved his espresso martini and said it was one of the best he has had. My drink was definitely on the sweeter side and I feel like too much of it might lead to a hangover, but it was still really good. Our server was attentive at first, but later on we ended up waiting a while to order another round. After sitting for a bit, we decided to order through the hostess instead and she got us taken care of right away. Overall, it was a cool experience mainly for the drinks. The cocktails were definitely the highlight. Service was okay, and I am not sure if we will return, but I am glad we finally got to check it out.

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.

One of the most authentic old school Pittsburgh natives and Steelers bars on the strip! The drinks…read moreare cheap, strong....and the bar is full of good vibes and great people. Not to mention, they offer semi-strong long islands for $4 all day, It's sort of a premixed concoction that's just okay in my opinion. Nothing to rave about...but enough to lure you in for price and continue to get you in for more libation. lol Lefty's is a nice and fun hangout spot for friends for sure.and a great way to get into the mix of Pittsburgh natives (people from the surrounding area). The bar is a pretty narrow space and gets packed pretty quickly, but it is a great space to watch sports and chat with people. There is not a lot of seating space as the space is relatively small, but it is still comfortable while standing. Although crowded, the bartenders are quick and efficient with drink orders. If only they sold food, this spot would be perfect. However, there are several shops and restaurants along the strip to grab a bite to eat. In all, cool little dive bar in the heart of the Strip District of Pittsburgh. Also a great vibe and place to meet up with friends for a few drinks or a pit stop while site seeing the downtown area. Stop by, get in and fit into the vibe of this place. It's fun and good times.

Found this place during the NFL draft! Dive bar, good drinks and very economical. Service is cool…read more After a certain time they card and do a safety check. Thursday was a mixed crowd, good music, and you can order food near by and bring it in. Friday evening, came the regulars. Which means those who don't prefer out of towners. So I'm good on Lefty's on Friday night. I need good energy around me always. TV's with the games, upstairs and downstairs seating area. Small patio. If you go, go early, when the old heads are there.

Cocktails from the Crypt is one of my favorite Halloween pop up bars in Pittsburgh and I look…read morefoward to going every year! I gathered a bunch of friends and we went yesterday to try almost all of their cocktails. The inside looks like Halloween threw up on it and they went all out with their decorations! The presentation of the drinks is on point and they're all very reasonably priced. My favorites were the Killer Pumpkin, which is a pumpkin espresso martini, and the Blood Transfusion that come in a fun blood bag! Be sure to check out this pop up before it goes away! We all paid via card and they were able to charge each person individually for what they got which was lovely because there were 13 of us!!

This bar was awesome and I cannot believe it was my first time there!…read more The decorations were amazing! We were able to find a seat immediately around 6pm on a Saturday. The themed drinks were spot on. I was boring and just had prosecco but my friend tried a few of their specialty cocktails. If you love the drink-ware you can purchase the cup to bring home. So fun! See you next Halloween season!

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.

This is my new favorite cocktail bar in Pittsburgh. Every single drink I've had here has been…read morefantastic. I've been twice so far, I've tried six different drinks. Very impressed by their craftsmanship and experimental flavors. There's not many places in this area that even attempt to do that. I love the speakeasy vibe. Super cool entrance and fun comfortable lounge upstairs. It's a fantastic place to go as an intimate group. But it's kind of small to take a group of more than 4 friends. Cocktails were made surprisingly quick even on a busy night. Everything is just really great about this place. Except for maybe the price lol but at least you're getting what you pay for in a good way

Fun times were had and karaoke was a blast! The staff is very friendly and help make the bar even…read moremore of a welcoming place. It's a cute little dive bar that is decorated year round to different themes, which I think is pretty neat. I definitely recommend going at 11pm or later if you'd like to find a place to sit, because it gets super crowded! My only complaint was that the bathroom was a bit funky and had no toilet paper...definitely could have been a lot worse though!

We wanted to check out the Halloween cocktail menu at Bob's Garage so we stopped by on Saturday…read moreafternoon. I had never been there before and heard that during the holiday season it looks like Christmas threw up on a dive bar. Well, when we went it looked like Halloween threw up on Christmas which then threw up on a dive bar and we LOVED it. All the decor was so kitschy and fun to look at!! We also really enjoyed their Halloween cocktails which were very reasonably priced. I can't wait to come back for their famed karaoke nights! It's a smaller spot with a square bar with seating around it and a few tables. There is a smaller room to the side that was taken up by some sort of wedding shower party. We sat at one of the tables and the person behind the bar did a great job of checking in on us on a regular basis. What we got: Pumpkin Spice White Russian - caramel vodka, Kahlua, pumpkin spice creamer, whipped cream, cinnamon stick Mad Eye Martini - wild berry vodka, Hypnotiq, lychee juice, eyeball garnish Campfire Mule - smoked maple bourbon, ginger beer, maple syrup, marshmallow garnish

I was in town for the weekend and decided to stop by Tom's Watch Bar, and I'm really glad I did…read more From the moment we sat down, Neiko made our experience top-tier. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything came out exactly how we wanted it.

i love this place so much, amazing food, people, and service. this is awesome…read morethanks !!!!

This has the vibe of a beat up speakeasy, which I loved. It was very intimate and the status…read moreextremely attentive. The hookah was excellent, but be aware the menu online isn't accurate. They do a seasonal rotating menu. I wish they served alcohol, but it is byob, so that doesn't really matter. Other than that I'll definitely go back. It was not your standard Pittsburgh experience for once.

We stopped by on Wednesday night around 10pm during their soft opening. We aren't hookah smokers…read morebut wanted to support a locally owned business, especially since they're taking over a space that has been vacant for years. They have coffee, tea, mocktails, and it's BYOB and we brought along some beers. The inside has a pretty big bar area, seating on a comfy couch, and some other chairs. There is also an outdoor patio in the back. The inside is moody without being too dark and has vibes reminiscent of a jazz bar. We talked with one of the owners, Max, and we chatted about all the work it took to revamp a space that had been vacant for years. Max was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about hookah and wants to turn his space in a community third space with lots of events. The staff was really nice and their grand opening is this weekend with live jazz. Wishing them success!!

There shouldn't even be reviews for a place like Gooski's. It's a Pittsburgh institution. By far my…read morefavorite bar, and the standard by which I measure every dive joint. It's been a while that I've moved out of Pittsburgh; I've found other bars that I like, but nothing has quite replaced Gooski's in my heart. I make a point to pay my respects every time I return here. Hardly anything has changed on the interior in the last 30 years. And I hope it never does. It's dark, it's grimy, it's smoky, it's quintessentially Pittsburgh. Crowd has always been an effervescent mix of ages and walks of life. The beer selection is wide and affordable. And the food is just right for intoxicated palates.

Every city has a famous dive bar and while I'm not sure if Gooski's is Pittsburgh's divey…read morerepresentative, but if it's not, it should be. What a damn good bar! First, I wish I would have bought a Gooski's shirt. I have no idea if they had them when I visited but I totally forgot to check when I was there. It feels like the kind of place that if you're wearing this shirt in your hometown a Pittsburgh native would stop you on the street to tell you, "Gooski's is legendary." I wish I was there for the cheap ass drinks and edgy vibe when a band was playing as I love a punk rock vibe, but I think I was there too early in the day for that. The staff was cool, the drinks were exactly what you'd expect, and it's the kind of place that I'd spend way too much time in if I lived in Pittsburgh.

Such a super fun bar to go to! Halloween all year and dope shirts! They are so nice here too and…read moreit's always a good vibe. Kicking it back with some old rock and punk makes it the perfect millennial hang out. Great ciders on tap too that are local! The bar tenders are always smiling and super friendly. If im ever on Carson Street for a night out I try to head that way!

"But they play great music AND you can get vampire teeth in your drink," I argue to my sister,…read moretrying to convince her to join me. Just like visiting a Bob's Garage sets you in the mood for Christmas, Jekyll & Hyde sets you up for Halloween. Love this bar, great drinks, great music, fast service. I go every chance I get.