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    Shale's Cafe

    4.3 (32 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Sports Bars
    Open 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    SHALE'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Loud
    Good for groups

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    The best place. Such great service and atmosphere. The drinks are great by April and Marie and the service is even better. Even the owner came out to meet us! Definitely recommend to complete your stay in Pittsburgh.

    Coors and Bushmill... Dive Bar Top Shelf.
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    If your going to a show or a Pens game at PPG arena, I would highly recommend Shales. The drinks are cheap, the service is dive bar appropriate, and the crowd is usually determined to having a good time. On a slow weeknight there can be some sketchiness, but for the most part they keep the riff raff minimal. Oh, and the men's room is down right disgusting. So best to go wee before you get there.

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    7 months ago

    Great place to watch the game. Good service, friendly staff. Very busy around sports season.

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    1 year ago

    I always go there before a Penguins game. Ambiance is perfect, prices are great and most important the beer is COLD!

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    3 years ago

    Classic Pittsburgh Bar. Reasonably priced and a great time, especially after a Pen's Win!

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    7 years ago

    The personal touch here is wonderful. Here for a Queen concert l. Beyond needs and expectations. Thank you Brock.

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    10 years ago

    When I walked in and saw Jim Parey I thought I was in Hollywood!!! He's the bees knees!! So handsome and sexy. Oh and the place is nice too!

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    8 years ago

    Love this place bar tenders are great. Best place to stop before and after a Pens game.

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    I wish I had a picture from my 21st birthday on April 8th 2013. One of my best friends, Roman, took…read moreme here to drink. I remember the shock of seeing the beer menu, ordering a chocolate stout, and not being prepared for it! It was a great place to drink and enjoy the atmosphere of the sports on the TV's and sitting next to the windows. I will have to come back here soon, as I haven't been back since... This is a great place to make wonderful memories with special people. You don't want to pass this place up.

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