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    The Summit

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

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    THE SUMMIT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
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    Happy hour specials

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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.

    Julia H.

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

    Caesar green beans
    Yvette M.

    We are from out of town and could this gem on Yelp. It's small but the drinks were fantastic, the service stellar , and the food awesome!!!! Highly recommend !!!!

    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.

    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!

    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.

    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!

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    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!

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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?)?

    Indeed!

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

    They state no reservations on their homepage

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    Loved this bar--the space-themed atmosphere, great energy, and kind staff. Funny enough, while we…read morewere getting coffee earlier that morning, one of the bartenders invited us to stop by later, not knowing it was already on our post-dinner itinerary. The cocktails were creative, playful, and impressively strong without sacrificing quality. I had the Seoular Flare, which had a noticeable kick but was still very drinkable. It came with BBQ chips, and when our bartender--the same guy from that morning--noticed how much I loved them, he brought me extra. Such a thoughtful touch. The rest of our drinks were equally inventive and well-crafted. I admittedly had some doubts about whether the creativity would translate into cocktails that actually tasted good, but they completely proved me wrong. A fun concept backed by genuinely great drinks and hospitality.

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    Space Bar - The Aztec Portal - a riff on a Mezcal Old Fashioned

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    Unspeakable - Entrance to the bar!

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    I hadn't been to Unspeakable in a while, so I decided to go have a cocktail. The ambiance is still…read morethe same which is nice. In addition to indoor seating on the first and second floor, they also have a fenced in patio outside for sitting. As we sat outside, we saw groups of people who could not figure out how to get into the speakeasy. Another thing that happened was that they closed early the night that I went because of the lack of customers. A group was trying to come in as we were leaving but we told them they were closing for the night. So be aware of that, if you're planning to go late night (past 11 pm). However, the drinks were amazing as always! They now added a couple of small bites so we tried the cucumbers. They were delicious and packed with flavor! Our drinks were great as always. They have even more options than the last time I was there which was nice! I still really enjoy this little space!

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    Unspeakable - Upstairs fireplace

    Upstairs fireplace

    Unspeakable - Violet desert

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    4.4(9 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown

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    I have an end of October birthday so I'm a sucker for all things Halloween…read more This place is so much fun. Every square inch is covered theme Halloween/spooky decor. Thankfully nothing is overly gory or too creepy. To avoid a line, it is best to go right at opening or about an hour before it closes. There is a list of fun themed drinks served in quirky glasses that match the theme of the drink (a mummy, for example). I visited three times and tried a different drink each time. One thing is that they can (and often do) search your bag to make sure you don't steal the glassware. Sad that they need to so that, but I guess I understand why they need to check. If you are looking for a quirky, fun experience while downtown, definitely check it out.

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    Ritual House - Deviled eggs

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    We came here for our 58th anniversary, and were seated exactly where we wanted, and were sipping…read moreour drinks, when a sweet young lady asked if we would mind moving. They wanted to join our table with two other others to accommodate a larger party. I was a bit annoyed, but we complied. Soon the manager came over and apologized profusely then said that because they had to move us on a special day, he would comp our meal. That is a good manager. Even had he not done that, I would have praised the restaurant and the meal. Service was excellent, I got an old school drink, which was made perfectly, and our steaks were fantastic. We were happy not to be upstairs where it sounded extremely lively. We are old, and a booth, near the bar was exactly what proved to be the best place for us. If we go back to Pittsburgh, we will eat here again.

    The service was outstanding and the food was delicious. I was visiting for a wedding and this place…read moredefinitely stood out. We went for brunch and got the blueberry lemon pancakes, short rib Benedict, sausages, and almost bottomless mimosas. Blueberry lemon pancakes - huge stack of pancakes, with a lot of blueberries Short rib Benedict - good amount of meat, eggs weren't as runny as I usually like, but still good Sausages - great snap on these, comes with 3 Bottomless - comes with orange juice, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice And they had really cute swings, very nice ambiance

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    Upstairs dining area

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