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The Summit

4.5 (269 reviews)
Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Espresso martinis & fries
Hannah G.

I went to The Summit for the first time recently! It was a smaller space than I expected it to be. I arrived at 5:30 pm on a Saturday and was able to get a table for 2 easily, but half of the bar was full already. I loved the intimate, cozy vibe of the place. Once it got dark outside, the inside was dark & moody and such a vibe. My friend and I got drinks off their special summer menu, which was SpongeBob themed (iconic!). I got the "Bikini-Tini" (the one with the honeydew balls garnish) and my friend got the "Art Thou Feeling It Now, Mr. Krabs?" We loved them! They were very unique. We split the whipped ricotta and grilled bread, which was absolutely amazing. I hadn't had a whipped ricotta dish before... I need to recreate this at home. We later ordered the fries, which were great! The ranch was a little too dill-y, so I mostly used the ketchup. We also got espresso martinis, which were smooth, and very hazelnutty. The food menu is limited. I want to try the burger next time, and I hear the popcorn is very good! I can't wait to try more cocktails as well! The service was great. They were on top of refilling our water and getting us more rounds of everything.

Brian E.

We stopped by as we were in town for the weekend and had taken the incline up top. It's very simple but I really enjoyed the ambiance. The doors (which look like garage doors) open to let fresh air in. I'm sure on a hot day it may get a little sweaty inside. But we had a nice breeze. We sat down and in about 60 secs we were greeted by a waiter who brought us water. After maybe another 2-3 mins another waiter came over to take our drink order. I had a draft beer as drafts were $5. As we wanted to eat dinner and their food menu was very limited with several other restaurants around. We decided to eat elsewhere. But I do like it here, if I lived around here I'd see myself stopping in for a few drinks from time to time. But since all we had was drinks I can only rate based on service, ambiance and speed which was great.

Honey Lemon Pepper Winga
Jack R.

Great place for happy hour in Pittsburgh! Discounts on virtually their entire drink menu. Small food selection but what we tried were both amazing, lots of flavor and two dishes was enough for two people. Small place, maybe a dozen tables, mostly two per. Drinks tried were the Bikini-Tini, Krakatoa and two drafts: Allagash and Old Thunder Peach Thieves. Neither draft were particularly good, and the Krakatoa was a bit off the board but grew as you finished it. Bikini-Tini was by far the best drink, light and refreshing with a bit of honeydew flavor and frozen pieces. Would definitely get that again. Food was by far the best part of the experience, aside from playing Connect 4. The whipped ricotta I could have drank by the pitcher if they offered it. Topped with balsamic, pistachios and tomatoes with a hint of garlic flavor paired perfectly with the thin pieces of bread. The honey lemon pepper wings could have been their specialty item, crispy, juicy, lots of meat and the sauce was perfect. I would go back there and get two orders of these at time. Only downside is they come with one other sauce, I believe Chipotle Buffalo.

Hot dogs
Marla C.

I'm doing a tour of hot dogs so when I saw they had hot dogs it got added to the list. I got the Seattle dog and pizza dog. My fave was the Seattle dog. I would go back. The bun was good. The hot dog was good. My friends ordered some apps. I tried a wing and it was good. Then drink wise I got the tequila drink of the week and it was good. The staff was super nice. I went on a Thursday it wasn't too busy.

Chips
Gina A.

Great spot on top of Mt. Washington. Small seating area - about 7 tables, but rather large bar area. Lots of crafty cocktails and great food selections. We only had drinks and snacks. Ordered the salt and vinegar chip things, as well as the cheese plate. Both were delicious. Ordered several different drinks and all were great! Service was terrific. Very attentive and helpful with deciding on drinks based on preferences. It's a great place to perch with garage doors that open to let in the outside air and views. Not sure about parking as took ride share to get there. Highly recommend this place. FYI - bathrooms downstairs and have to walk down steep steps.

House Cut Fries
Margo A.

Years ago, I lived on Mount Washington, and I regularly ordered takeout from The Summit. It's so good to see that it's still open and thriving. A group of us went on a Monday night, and there was ample seating available. One thing to note-- lighting is extremely low at The Summit so this may not be the best place for those with visual impairments. They had sold out of entrées by the time we got there (it was close to 9, after all), so we all ordered some apps. I went with the whipped ricotta and one of my former favorite takeout items: the hand-cut fries. The former was amazing, but I was a little disappointed in the fries this time around, as half of them were too burnt to eat and they appear to have gotten rid of the rosemary aioli I loved so much. But, as a self-proclaimed potato snob, they were still decent. We also ordered martinis because they are on special for $8 on Mondays. My espresso martini was so well-made, and those who went with the dirty martini were happy as well. You can also mix and match two hot dogs for $10 at The Summit, and the members of our party who went with them said they were outstanding. If you're on Mount Washington and looking for a cozy spot with less of a party vibe than Sloppy Joe's, head over to The Summit. You won't be disappointed.

Cocktail menu
Karen H.

We stopped by for a quick drink and food last Wednesday evening. Sadly the kitchen was closed but the drinks were fantastic! I was obsessed with my Pineapple Under the Sea cocktail. The inside was dark and moody and there weren't a ton of people there so we were able to get a table for 6 right away.

Julia H.

Love the espresso martinis here. If you are looking for a bite you have to try their burger. Amazing spot

Monkey Bread
Melissa N.

The Summit on Mt. Washington is such a vibe. It has one of the best craft cocktail happy hours around the Burgh. The choice of cocktails has always been creative and diverse with selections changing regularly. I have also dined in the past and the burger, fries, and whipped ricotta were equally as delicious. I have never been disappointed with any of my visits, but it is worth mentioning that the space fills up quick. Happy Hour lovers, put The Summit on your list!

Salt and Vinegar Duritos
Erin B.

This is now in my top 5 Pittsburgh bars. A cozy, warm bar at the top of the Monongahela Incline. We came before a Penguins game and were fortunate to get a table. We told them we were in a bit of a rush and they got us the drinks and check super quickly. The Old Fashioned was great and I loved the Boxes Full of Pepe as a whiskey and mezcal fan. The food looked fantastic but we weren't hungry so we tried the Salt and Vinegar Duritos. If you love salt and vinegar like I do, then you do not want to miss these. Recommend stopping by if you are in the area, or even making a trip up the incline just for the drinks!

Outside
Liz G.

Great little cocktail spot in Allentown/Mt. Washington! They offer happy hour specials during the week. Service was quick and friendly. The bartenders are so creative with their cocktail list! I enjoyed the The Boys Are Out Tonight and it was delish. Chai vodka during fall?! Sign me up. I haven't eaten here before but I've heard great things about the food. Will definitely return!

Béchamel on the Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese was smack'n
Mark M.

Béchamel on the Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese was smack'n. Drinks were amazing, but very light on the alcohol. If you're trying to get toasty too supplement with some shots. Vibes were amazing. Very dim inside. Music was perfectly eclectic. Pretty sure they had Death Cab For Cutie radio on the last time we were there. Tenders are fast and nice. 10/10 would go again.

Cocktails
Nina B.

10/10 experience. We came for a quick drink after lunch and ended up having apps and two rounds of cocktails. The host was so friendly and informative about the different drinks and foods. We had the popcorn and fries - both excellent. Our group tried the stingless bee, and old fashioned, a dirty martini, and an espresso martini. The latter of which might be in the running for best in the city. Will definitely be back to try more.

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Ask the Community - The Summit

Do you have to be over 21 to enter?

I believe so; at least for most days of the week.

Is there a trivia night?

Call and ask them rather than asking Yelpers.

I am interested in the happy hour. Are there food specials as well as drinks? Also, should my party of 4 make reservations to have a place to sit on Friday for happy hour (and does HH pricing apply to tables or just the bar?)?

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Are reservations required for a large party of 8 or more?

They state no reservations on their homepage

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I've worked at and attended shows at the Benedum for years and finally made it in to try the Warren…read morethis past weekend. I've heard so many mixed things that I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed every aspect of my experience. It kind of has dive bar vibes but the food and drink options are definitely on the elevated side. They open at 4 on Sundays and I got there around 4:15. It was already pretty busy (and by the time I was leaving, every single table and bar stool were occupied). They have standard booth seats along the windows, hightop tables in the middle and bar seating along the bar that curves along the back of the restaurant. I chose to sit at the bar since I was by myself. I was promptly greeted by the bartender. They don't hand you copies of the menu, you have to scan the QR code to access. It is easy to read and follow with sections for drinks, specials (this time they were Wicked themed as a nod to the show at the Benedum) and a sushi section. I ordered the street corn dip. The chips were a bit overcooked and the dip was just OK. I thought it was pricey for what you got. The star of my meal, though, was the patty melt. It had the burger, a bacon jam, caramelized onions and was absolutely delicious! It was served with fries. I considered ordering sushi but wasn't sure what to expect. The patrons sitting on either side of my ordered rolls and they were a nice size and looked delicious, so that is something I would consider ordering in the future. It was a place I'll likely be back to because of the proximity to the theater (although their prices definitely reflect that). Just note how crowded it always is and give yourself plenty of time if you plan on heading here for dinner before the show.

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We went here for Mother's Day and I was not expecting to see so many people!…read more The restaurant was super packed. Young and old everyone looking their best. The vibe is impeccable here. If you're into photo-worthy spots, come here. We started off with the ratatouille flatbread and the crab fondue. Both yummy. For my main I had the teriyaki salmon and it was fine. I also got the sweet potatoes as a side and they were lovely. I tried to re-create them at home. For dessert I had the strawberry pretzel salad and as a native Pittsburgher, I was expecting something very different. It was good and unique, but it was not at all what I expected. I would definitely recommend the valet. It was cheaper than self-parking in a nearby lot.

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