As I continue to travel, I indulge in random, some times hole in the wall places or more trendy upscale places. The Summit is a great spot for my 4th meal ever in this city. But before I comment on the food. Let's start with the Glogg: a warm mix of cab, port, almonds raisins and a few other details. Wow. On a cold winter day, I can only ask why no other bar/resto serves this. Truly enjoyed this drink.. As for the food menu, it's the perfect size. A few snacks, a few small plates and then some large. I went for the pork dumplings, delicious! The stuffing is well seasoned and the soy sauce come out warm with a slight kick. I could've eating a box! I finished with some mussels, which were enjoyable. Two details I would change are the chorizo and the toasted bread. The chorizo is not as bold and if it were a nice ground Spanish/Mexican chorizo I think the flavor profile would go along way. And the toast, it would probably be better with buttered/olive oiled French bread rather than sliced white bread.. The. Bartenders were both extremely friendly and welcoming. Explaining the seasonal items and rotating menu. I didn't have any other cocktails, but they all looked great! For a Monday night alone, Tuesday date night, or with friends, be sure to check this place out! read more

This is a great place to come for pre-dinner cocktails on a weekend night. High quality, intimate vibe and friendly service. Mo was really knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. The appetizers we tried were all delicious. I recommend. read more

The absolute best place you could go to, great drinks, great bartenders, and the atmosphere is very different than any other place on the mount! read more

After taking the incline to the top, my boyfriend and I stopped in for dinner. We picked this place out a few weeks before traveling to Pittsburgh because all the other restaurants at the top of the incline are very fancy and we were really just looking for something more laid back and this place checked that box. We were greeted right when we walked in and only had to wait about 10 minutes for a place at the bar. The bartender was an absolute delight, so friendly, kind, and informative! I got the smoked gouda mac n' cheese that was very creamy which I enjoyed very much! The cheese plate was also very good, even though the cheese weren't anything special it was still enjoyable. Something to note, this place is open to the outside so it was very warm which could be an issue for some people. They might have AC but it defiantly wasn't on when we were there. read more

This has quickly become one of my go to spots. The cocktail and beer menu is extensive. Their old fashions are the perfect balance of sweet and bourbon, neither overpowering the other. I highly recommend coming for their happy hour. Cocktails are $6 and you can get a pound of mussels for $8. Can't beat that. And, to top it all off, they have a bunch of board games that you bring to your table. read more

Of the cocktail bars I've tried in Pittsburgh, The Summit is probably my favorite. I like that the drink menu changes frequently and I like that they always have a theme to their menu. But what I love most of all is how well thought out their drinks are and how refined they taste. I feel like their cocktails use good quality spirits and the combinations are so inventive. The bartenders here really know what they're doing. The space is a little small, but it's quite trendy, yet casual at the same time. They have some board games so I like that they encourage you to stay a while and have a good time. Definitely my go-to for cocktails! read more

HAPPY HOUR for the WIN! Best happy hour around. $6 strong, crafted, creative drinks. Discounted prices for food. Board games. Garage Doors. Fun atmosphere. You can't go wrong with The Summit during their 5-7PM M-F happy hour! read more

Hands down our favorite spot we've tried in Pittsburgh. The staff is super friendly, the drinks are delicious, and the atmosphere is awesome. We took advantage of the happy hour specials and enjoyed the Moscow mule, cucumber press, bohemian forest, and mont brouilly cocktails. The Mont Brouilly was my favorite. We also tried the cheese plate which was delicious. Highly recommend! read more

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Great bar for a few hours of work as a solo business traveller. Everyone really friendly and not pushy at all. Food was good, but 'small' plates are enormous. read more

Smoked gouda mac and cheese. Unreal. Also had the spare ribs. I ripped my last spare rib up and put it in the mac and cheese. Holy sheeyit. When you visit please order the spare ribs and rip them up into the mac and cheese. One of the best things i've ever eaten. Bartenders are also some of the best i've ever been around. Some insane views of the city just right up the street too. Come visit when you are in town. read more

My favorite cocktail bar in the city backed by outstanding bartenders. Their drink menu is deep with highly custom drinks along with expertly prepared classics such as the Manhattan. Visiting on a warm spring, fall or summer evening is perfect when they have the windows up and you can catch a view of the city. Service is good and prices are also reasonable. read more

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Nice little place with sone unique offerings. I had the trout with a watermelon, tomato salad topping. It was very good.

Everything about this place is awesome! I just wish it was closer to me. They have a great happy hour with $4 craft beers, $6 cocktails and specials on a lot of their food. Their food is amazing. Especially loved the mac and cheese, brussels and cauliflower and cheese plate to name a few. The service is always top notch too which I really appreciate. The space is romantic and intimate but is small and can get pretty busy late night. Parking can be challenging too but that's really with anywhere on Mt. Wash. Overall a solid place to grab some good drinks and even better food! read more

This place is always amazing. Our waitress has to be the best in the city. She is efficient, super pleasant, knowledgeable of the Summit product, and did I say she's the best. Her job is a bit easier because the drinks and food are really good too. The prices are reasonable, and at happy hour they might even seem inexpensive for the quality and quantity. read more

Have been here about half dozen times now for Happy Hour. Service is always top notch. Everyone is welcoming. Cocktail menu changes frequently, so be sure to go back and try something new. Also-the mussels are NOT to be missed. And use the toast that is served with them to mop up all the sauce. You're welcome. read more

This cozy little bar nestled atop Mt. Washington is the perfect place for a romantic date or to meet some friends for a drink. It's candlelit ambiance sets the scene for any intimate gathering. The bartenders are knowledgeable and will make some fancy and unique cocktails, and they have a great selection of craft beer. Rich, one of the bartenders, recommended a great beer I'd never heard of based on my prior selections and I was not disappointed. My friend and I shared the pork confit al pastor tacos and the warm spinach and feta dip. They were both really flavorful and delicious. Warning: get there early on a Friday night as you may not be able to get a seat. It is very small. I would definitely recommend this place if you want upscale bar food (if that's such a thing) and a casual yet intimate atmosphere. read more

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Excellent cocktails, great beer selection, and great food. The location is fun. Easygoing staff. Take the monongahela incline from the station square area to the Mt. Washington neighborhood. There is absolutely nothing of interest in station square. It is just a bunch of chain garbage, So take the trouble and go up the hill. The Summit is worth it. read more

Not one to frequent Mount Washington, I found myself looking for a late night hangout on a Thursday night. Having heard of the Summit, the Yelp reviews encouraged me to try here. I started my night off with a cocktail that contained Cucumber Vodka ($8). It was one of my favorite cocktails ever, and it was simple. I think it was just Cucumber vodka and soda water, but it was light and refreshing. Loved it. We also ordered two appetizers, the PSV Rolls ($7) and the Goat Cheese Fritters ($7). I preferred the Goat Cheese Fritters, which are the same concept as Mozzarella sticks, but they are round balls full of creamy goat cheese. Yum! The PSV rolls were fried pork and beef spring rolls with a spicy chili sauce. They were only OK, though the portion was larger than I suspected. All in all, if you are on Mount Washington looking for a delicious cocktail bar and some snack food, this is a great place! read more

They don't get five stars because the music is so ridiculously loud that you can't hear anyone talking to you across a table. You have to scream for anyone to hear you. And considering this is not a club, they could stand to turn it down. The place is small, but nicely appointed. Could definitely use more space. It was packed on a Wednesday night. The bartender was very attentive and knowledgeable, and she definitely gave the experience a finesse that is lacking more often than not in 2017. Cocktails were very interesting, and not at all expensive. I was expecting an $80 check at the end of the night, and was thrilled when it came back at $51. That was for four cocktails, a glass of prosecco, and an appetizer. (Was there for a friend's birthday, and picked up two of her drinks, so really, had it been a regular day, I could go there, and have two drinks and food for $35ish...) I would recommend purely for the inexpensive well-prepared cocktails alone, but if service is like that every night, I don't think anyone will ever leave disappointed. I'd like to see more food options on the menu. Not every single thing has to be elevated and different. Wings or just plain old fries would satisfy that. And I know I'm old, but if you don't have TVs in the bar so you can promote conversation, turn the music down to a level where you can actually hear what other people are saying. We did spend the night screaming "WHAT?!" at each other. read more

The Summit presents a dilemma for East-Enders such as ourselves. The location is sub-optimal. On the occasions that we might venture to the mount we're probably looking for food and drink and since you'll only find the latter here, it probably won't be out destination. Perhaps a 2nd stop, but that's a dicey proposition if you've got to head back down afterwards. The occasion that brought us here was a friend returning to town and holding a happy hour to see everyone at once. On all such future occasions, this is a great place to hold them. The place is spacious, the drinks are well crafted, and the ambiance is warm and trendy. Also, USB and power plugs under the bar!?! Yep. Very cool addition that I wish more bars would have. read more

No joke, this is my favorite bar in Pittsburgh. I love my indulgent burgher happy hours as much as the next guy (see: Burgatory), and The Summit is just on another level. (the top level? Ha! That was unintentional. Sorry not sorry.) The cocktails here are fantastic - - boozy but balanced, adventurous yet nuanced, and never disappointing. Seriously, it's been a delight every time. I've come here several times with my fiancée, and together we've sampled probably half the entire drinks menu. Our favorites right now are the Sex Tape, the Danny Darko, and The Great Outdoors... AND I still have yet to find a better old fashioned. :) I wish I took a picture of the cocktails menu so I could show you all just how varied and remarkable their selection is. Regardless, the knowledgeable and amazingly multi talented team will take good care of you, and will happily help you find your perfect drink. I bring all my visitors here and I hope you do too! Check out the summit! read more

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Best place to go for handcrafted drinks. The bartenders really know what they're doing. I enjoy the fact that there isn't a tv. It really helps people communicate more! The board games are a fun addition. Their Mac and cheese is delicious! read more

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Living around the corner, I've been to The Summit about half a million times now and I didn't realize that my previous review didn't do it justice. I love this place. They have board games and no TVs. Which just promotes enjoying your company. Their food is so damn delicious. The portions are pretty accurate to how they segment them, small medium and big bites; Delicious on all levels. The menu changes as does the cocktail menu and it seems that everything they produce is delicious. I had the Green Curry Chicken skewer last time I went. The dish was so aesthetically pleasing and that pleasure was only compounded by how delicious it was. Charred enough to give it a grilled taste with a well-made curry that was accompanied by rice formed into neato slivers that you wouldn't recognize as rice and pickled pineapple on the side. There is a culinary genius at work here who is creative and knows about taste profiles because everything on the dish tasted great and complimented its compadres. Compliments to the Chef. read more

The menu drinks are delicious and the happy hour specials make this the kind of place you can make a pitstop to every night after work. With a selection of games there's no need for tv, but you might need to plug in at the bar to ensure you have enough battery to take selfies with your drinks to send to mom! There is a perfect mix of Mount Washington regulars and Mon Incline tourists that makes for a conversation that'll really remind you of how exquisite this city is! read more

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Well... perhaps we arrived on a bad night. The drinks were just ok, seems they used low grade alcohol with fine spices and mixers, not sure why. But the food was rather horrifying. We ordered the noodle bowl, and I love noodle bowls... except this was the worst I've ever had. The broth tasted like luke warm used bath water, and the ingredients had no spice or flavor. The bowl was DOA. Then I tried the tacos, also DOA. Our experience completely went against their reputation, so maybe one day we will recover from this and try this place again. read more

The prices are high, but your definitely paying for quality, the quality of drinks and atmosphere are well worth it. Awesome spot for a group of friends, quiet enough to have a conversation and alive enough not to feel out of place. Also great for a date night, grab a table, and let the cocktail waitress take care of you. Also, ALWAYS ask what they have special that night, innovative and delicious drinks in the works at all times. Friendly staff and great location read more

This is BY FAR my favorite place on the mount. Their drinks are tasty and the bartenders are friendly. If you don't see what you want on the menu, they will make you whatever you want. Be sure to stop in for happy hour! They have great food and drink specials. read more

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I had never heard of this place, but based on the name alone, I was looking forward to a visit. The problem I had with The Summit is that I wasn't sure what kind of place it was trying to be. It had all the looks and feeling of a "modern", trendy bar - with garage door walls and cool lights - but it really liked some sort of cohesive atmosphere. The The staff treated us like we were at a dive bar. They pretty much never came back to us unless we hog-tied them and getting a smile and anything less than an awkward shrug seemed difficult. This would've been fine if I were only paying $3-6 for my beer, but I paid $9. Also, the layout was odd. There was all of this space in the middle that could've been used for more cocktail tables. Overall, I wouldn't be against going here, but it probably won't be from my own suggestion. If they offered some appetizers or finger foods, then it might be more appealing. I think the service needs to match the look and then it would score a little more. read more

The Summit is awesome. They have great service, ambiance, drinks, and food. I never really have expectations for bar food but this place proved me wrong. The Mac n cheese and fries were delicious and made with quality ingredients. The staff are all talented mixologist, they even know how to work with matcha! Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone look for a great bar/food experience! read more

Great new neighborhood bar in Mt. Washington! The Summit is a dimly-lit (a plus in my book) bar that offers an oft-changing (also good!) menu of craft cocktails. Over the winter, my favorite of these was a spiked hot cider drink. These guys also make a damn good Manhattan. If you're looking for a decent selections of bourbons, whiskeys, and ryes, this is also your place. They usually have some interesting beers and wines on the menu as well, and I was pleased one weekend to learn that they carry Prosecco, too. Yes, you can pop bottles. There's a shelf with games in case your group wants to play drunk Jenga. There are a few small tables with chairs, but I think the use of the space is good. There are soft-cushioned stools at the bar. I'm a big fan of the owners/men behind the bar, who are friendly and knowledgeable about their drinks. The usual bouncer is often reading an interesting book at his post. My only complaint is the music: it's usually loud hip hop. For a cool craft-cocktail place with dark atmosphere, the music seems off. It's hard to hear people talk and it's not like it's a dance club! But it may just be my personal preference. read more

Love going here for happy hour & a night out! Happy hour has some good deals, get the pop corn to snack on! Also recommend trying a new drink! They know how to make a different drink than what your used to! They also have fun games to play while drinking! read more

This was a nice pick in Mount Washington, distant views on the city but open air inside due to 2 garage doors that rise to bring the outdoors in. Attractive modern decor. Nice beer selections, and lots of cocktails. Solid neighborhood spot. Did not eat here, but I heard people saying good things. read more

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I have been to The Summit a few times, always for the trivia night. A few times it has been crowded, but seats eventually open up. The drink menu provides a lot of choices for both beer and cocktails. There are specialty cocktails that change fairly frequently. Pretty much everything that I have ordered has been delicious. The burger comes out juicy and perfectly cooked. Interestingly enough, my favorite thing is the popcorn! It is soooo good. The browned butter is my favorite. The Name that Tune trivia is a lot of fun too. The food, drinks and atmosphere will definitely bring me back again. read more

Stopped into grab a quick bite to eat and drink after the Pirates game but ended up staying for hours. THE FOOD IS AMAZING!!!!!! We had the goat cheese fritters (2 orders because they were so damn good), the cheese plate, the duck filled dumpling, tacos and the BBQ ribs. O.M.G. All awesome. For a beverage, I highly suggest the Moscow mule. Tito's on tap. What whaaaaaattt! You will not regret coming here! read more

Really fun place to come have drinks with friends. It is on the smaller side, so come early or be prepared. They have games you can play while you hangout which is why we come back. We played trivia, Jenga and cards against humanity. The drinks are delicious. Get the mojito! The negatives are that this place is pricey. My husband and I had a few drinks and an appetizer and our bill was $100!!!! Insane. Also I was not impressed with the food options. I prefer more "normal" bar food and everything was a little too off the wall for me. I couldn't find anything to try. If you are into that and enjoy different dishes- then you will enjoy the food. read more

I recently went to the summit before a yelp event. I live in Mt. Washington but haven't really come across any places that I really enjoyed getting cocktails at. The summit always seemed appealing to me but also, tended to be a little too busy each time I walked by (not a bad thing, I know). I chose to meet a friend before heading to the Grandview bakery and I am extremely sad that I have not gone before. I did not have any of the food but it all looked good. One stand out i remember was their spring pea ravioli, which sounded fresh and delicious. I did have two cocktails. The bartenders seemed incredibly knowledgeable and really friendly. I ordered a drink that I believe was called "Donnie Darko" like the movie. This drink is pretty much my existence in a glass. There was rye and a hazelnut maple syrup. Simple and amazing. I also had another drink that I do not remember the name of. I only remember jalapeno and gin were in it. Also, it was gooood. The heat was at the beginning and not on the finish, which I usually find with pepper-based cocktails. It was smooth and not overly sweet. I would have more to rave about if the other drink was not even better. I will definitely be going back to the summit and the next time I will have food for sure! read more

I think this is a nice addition to Mt. Washington. I live right down the street, and this place is always packed. For me, the best part of The Summit is the atmosphere. I love how they open all the windows, and it's always just a cool place to be. However, I do think their drinks and food are a bit overpriced. Everything I've tried is good, but because of the prices, I'm more likely to choose somewhere else on Mt. Washington. read more

I would like to start by specifically expressing graditude towards: Dan, the owner of The Summit as well as Kyle & Leila who were exceptional bartenders, waiters, etc. Every single one of you exceeded my expectations and were beyond kind. If you want to feel at home while being treated like a local friend, The Summit is the place to be. Incredible Hospitality, Quick Service, Delicious Food & Drinks.I can't recommend this restaurant enough & can't wait to come back!!!!! read more

Best new spot I've been to in ages! Visiting from Delray Beach Florida and was looking for a fun local spot on Mount Washington. Absolutely enjoyed it. Staff and drinks are amazing! Reminded us of a really cool bar we went to in Paris. Full of character! read more

I love this bar! Granted it is a short walk from my house, but I still love the cocktails! If you go in during non peak hours, the bartenders are so happy to chat with you. I asked all about the bar and mixology. So friendly. I love the handmade cocktails. Lots of fresh juices! Great creative refreshing concoctions. It's not huge, so on Friday or Saturday it can get crowded, but get there a little early and you can find a table. read more