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    Acacia

    4.3 (210 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Paper Plane Cocktail
    matt p.

    Single handedly the best cocktail bar in Pittsburgh. Easily a 15/10. Very intimate setting tucked away in the busiest drinking area in Pittsburgh. My absolute go to place for a drink when I want something good.

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    Ken L.

    This spot is very cute and spacious! It's an intimate vibe with mood lighting. The server was nice. It's a speakeasy in the south side which is fun since the outside is very discrete. The menu has a limited number of cocktails on there, 6. Our group tried a lot of the drinks. Many of us got the perfectly spring and it was very strong. I think it's a drink that is made basically with all alcohol. The sailors say drink was really good albeit spicy. Someone said it tasted like an Italian sausage and I could see it. Friends liked the suntory time a lot. The coffee cocktail on the menu was also really good. It's a cool spot to check out if you're in the area! They are pretty creative with their creations.

    That Chunky Monkey
    Katelin D.

    Small cocktail bar along E Carson St. Very much has speak easy vibes with little to no curb appeal. It's dimly lit once inside complimenting the speakeasy feel. Phenomenal cocktails and knowledgeable bartenders! It is a small space with a back room that is sometimes closed to public for private events. Stop in for a cocktail!

    Excellent cocktails. This is the bar that bar people come to. I guess that there are other quality cocktail bars downtown, but Acacia stands alone on the South Side. This is a Bourbon Sour. These guys are for real. 10/10.

    Apple cider punch bowl cocktail
    Sarah S.

    This is the best place to get a cocktail in the south side! The bar is small and hidden, so it is very easy to walk past without even realizing it. The staff are amazing and super friendly here. My friend and I were greeted the second we walked in on a busy Saturday night. The bartender gave us water right when we sat down at the bar and continued to fill it throughout the night without us even asking. The drinks they made were also very good. They have an apple cider punch on the day we went for $6 a glass. Very reasonable price for a great cocktail, definitely the best price I've seen at a cocktail place.

    Catherine L.

    This is a traditional speakeasy in every sense: from the windows shrouded in newspaper so passerby's cannot see inside, to the dimly lit interior, to the excellent mixologists who can whip up anything your heart desires. The drinks are all excellently crafted and reasonably priced. If there is something you have as a "go to" - share with the bartender and they can put a spin on it. Like gin but not sure how to make a cocktail (other than a G&T) with it? Let them wow you with a lemon/lavender concoction. Like it simple? They have an amazing selection of bourbon, whiskey, and amaro. Pro tip - if its DEAD in there (rarely), ask very nicely and they will make you a traditional Ramos Gin Fizz (all 12 minutes of shaking!).

    The Architect
    Jacki B.

    Acacia has the coolest, low-key, speakeasy vibes... darkly lit with the windows boarded and an entire wall of liquor bottles above the bar. Their cocktail menu is creative and thoughtful. My husband loved the Old Fashioned, and I really enjoyed The Architect. The bartenders are very attentive and knowledgeable, too!

    Ed L.

    I LOVE ACACIA!!!! They make some of the best cocktails in the city. They also have an amazing selection of hard to find liquors. There's always a fresh cocktail menu but they have no problem going off menu to make you exactly what your craving.

    Last Word
    Caitlin M.

    The BEST drinks in the city!! Plus, all the drinks are priced very fairly at around $10 each. My boyfriend and I are obsessed with Acacia. They always have about 4 featured cocktails on their menu and can make any other cocktail you can think of. Acacia also has a highball machine that makes amazing highballs. All of the servers and bartenders are really helpful. If nothing on the featured cocktail list is peaking your interest, they will recommend a drink for you to try. The bar really does feel like a speak easy. It is a very easy place to miss if you have not visited before. The lighting is also pretty dim. This is a fantastic date night spot or place to have a relaxed night with friends.

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    Dive-y feel. The kind of place you can lose track of time in. Good bar for both amateur and professional drinkers.

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    Easily the most talented bartenders in Southside, chill atmosphere, excellent cocktails.

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    The Finch - Pittsburgh skyline from rooftop

    The Finch

    4.2(46 reviews)
    1.2 miSouth Side
    $$

    Incredible spot to enjoy a nice brunch or just a nice drink with one of the best views of…read morePittsburgh! We last minute decided to check this spot out because the weather was perfect and I am so glad we did The drinks were great. Our server was a little all over the place but we enjoyed our experience regardless. The patio chairs are nice to sit and just enjoy a peaceful time and great view

    3.5 stars. The Finch is a rooftop bar and restaurant that is named after the Joseph S. Finch &…read moreCompany's distillery that was located in the building in the late 1800s. The bar serves cocktails, wines, beers, and mocktails. For dinner and late-night bites, the restaurant focuses mostly on small plates and shareables, including charcuterie, chicken wings, pizzetta, steak, and salmon. They also have a Sunday brunch that serves lox bagel, shrimp and grits, French toast, mimosa, bloody Mary, etcetera. My husband and I ate one lunch here. The best aspect of The Finch was its beautiful views of downtown Pittsburgh's skyscrapers, Monongahela River, and subway trains. The foods and drink were a mixture of quality, and my husband called them "garbage" (eek!). Here are my ratings for them. Berry Mint Spritz - 4 stars - This mocktail (I could have ordered it with alcohol to turn it into a cocktail) contained strawberries, mint, lemon, syrup, and soda water. All of the flavor had settled on the bottom of the glass, so I could have used a straw to mix the drink, but I did enjoy the flavors. Summer Crab Cakes - 2 stars - I received two crab cakes, and they were some of the worst crab cakes that I have ever received anywhere. They contained too much breading and too little meat. I did not even like the flavor of the cherry tomatoes on the side. I usually love crab cakes, but with these ones, I could take only a couple of bites, and then I had the waitress throw away the rest. Hawaiian Pizzetta - 4 stars - This small pizza consisted of four slices that had cheese but no gooey cheese-pull. Other toppings were BBQ sauce drizzle, pineapple, ham, and red pepper. I thought that it tasted good. Ember Steak Skewers - 4 stars - My husband said that the steak was not the highest quality. At least the chunks of steak, peppers, onions, and mushroom (we counted one piece of mushroom!) were marinated and seasoned nicely. The total cost for this one mocktail, three foods, and one soda was $79 *plus* a 3% credit-card surcharge, tax, and a minimum tip of 18%. We asked the waitress for a receipt, but she did not bring us one, so we walked up to her to ask for it again, and we did receive it.

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    The Finch - A new city rooftop bar

    A new city rooftop bar

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    Foreground: cucumber mint smash with vodka Background: nonalcoholic berry smash

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    The Library on Carson - Craft blend smash burger and truffle fries

    The Library on Carson

    4.1(48 reviews)
    0.2 miSouth Side

    We've come here numerous times- for happy hour; date night; cocktails. This weekend was family…read moretime. We've tried various dishes & no complaints. Our 8yo had the margherita pizza-- she enjoyed it, didnt complain about any burnt-ness on the crust-- phew! For cocktails, husb had the Midnight Library & he loved it. A very balanced tart & sweet drink. I had my cosmo- it's usually a hit or miss but this was one of the best from this bartender-- I hope she's always there. For meals: husband ordered the smash burger- he said it was moist& juicy-- it wasn't weighed down w/ so much meat. I had the Library Steakhouse sandwich-- sooooo good!! The steak wasnt tough thank goodness & I felt the horseradish go through all my sinuses-- they could've lessened it a bit on the s/w but overall great w/ the caramelized onions & the pepper sauce. I will order this again. In the past we've tried all the pizzas ((except buff)) & I'll say they ARE good, seconded by the hubby. Our go to for date night- cocktails & a pizza.. you can't beat that! I've tried The Great Gatsby cocktail, Black Beauty, Atmosphere, lookin' to try Curious George next. They were all great!! Husb has tried The Catcher in the Rye, War & Peace, Bridgerton& he gives positive reviews, but he still sticks to Midnight Library. Also, they have happy hr Mon-Fri: 4-7p. Great place, must come.

    My old coworkers and I met up here for dinner and it was a vibe. It was a Friday evening around…read more5-5:30 pm and it was easy to get a table I started with the Curious George banana espresso martini and I really liked it. I got a side of Caesar which was just what I needed. For my entree, I got the craft blend smash burger and truffle fries, which were absolutely delish. My second drink was the Heated Rivalry (rum, strawberry puree, lime, hot honey, simple syrup) which was unfortunately a little too sweet for my liking, but still refreshing. Incredible name though! Overall I'm impressed! Two of my friends got pizza, and one got the steak frites, and it all looked so good and they were satisfied! Loved the book decor/dark library aesthetic so much. Our server was really sweet and on top of everything.

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    Space Bar - MoonChata - Cantaloupe Infused Reposado Zumbador, Cantaloupe Juice, Lime, Vanilla Tamarind, Horchata Foam

    Space Bar

    4.7(86 reviews)
    1.7 miDowntown
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    LGBTQ friendly

    We had the nicest time here to take a break from the humidity with picklesburgh. Their cocktails…read moreare all specialty and the couple we tried together were tasty. Love the atmosphere, nice staff and seating very comfortable. Would def come back! I especially love drink that comes with kimchi and chips, I forget the name but it was amazing (see photo) - I got refill on kimchi so happy it was allowed as that's my only complaint - not enough kimchi & chips to accompany the drink.

    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

    The Aztec Portal - a riff on a Mezcal Old Fashioned

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    Kulcher Kitchen And Bar

    Kulcher Kitchen And Bar

    4.0(26 reviews)
    0.4 miSouth Side

    Went to a 'grand opening' on 3/1/2025…read more Not sure of why there was a grand opening when the place was open for business before. It did not go smoothly in my opinion. Myself and a couple others wanted to come and have dinner and drinks in the evening. We got there around 8pm (was not crowded), placed drink orders and the drinks came out fast (almost instantly). I got a lemon drop, but it was on the sour side. Our waitress was very nice. However... we did not get any food until an hour after we placed our order and didn't see anyone else around that ordered their food get theirs either. I ordered buffalo wings and fries that came out overcooked/burned. The manager did offer another item/remake and didn't have me pay for it. I opted not to, but it was nice that he offered. The others I was with liked their food, so maybe just the wings and fries were off that day. The atmosphere was ok. Typical south side environment and they had a couple djs for the opening. I think once the kitchen is better organized (and the bartender/s improve their cocktail skills) it will be a better experience.

    I wanted to try this place for some time now and finally did today. The place was nice inside, but…read moreempty around 3:30 pm. I was really excited to try the smoked wings because I heard they were good. I ordered them with lemon pepper. They were overcooked, burnt and the seasoning was not good at all. The fries were also overcooked. I got the veggie dumplings which were pretty basic. Service was okay, but we were the only customers and she kind of disappeared for a long time, but she was attentive when she was at the bar. My best friend ordered the brisket grilled cheese and she said the brisket was also overcooked. A to go order of buffalo wings were also overcooked.

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    Birria Fries

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    New Orleans Troomy Rice Bowl

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    Carmella's Plates & Pints - Filet Wellington

    Carmella's Plates & Pints

    4.2(401 reviews)
    0.2 miSouth Side
    $$

    It's an absolute travesty that I've never reviewed Carmella's, a place I've been to so many times…read more Sometimes actually enjoying life gets in the way of writing reviews. Located in the heart of the South Side with its welcoming & rustic decor. Known for higher-end comfort food (never had a bad meal), 500+ tequilas, whiskey, and scotch, close to 30 tap craft beers, 10+ tap cocktails, and 10+ wines on tap. Trust me there's nothing to dislike about the food and booze offerings. There's even a Whiskey Wall of Fame (iykyk). The folks that work there are top-notch service industry pros. Their knowledge of spirits, beer, wine, and cocktails is incredible. They treat patrons with care and genuine happiness.

    My Supper Club enjoyed brunch at Carmella's Plates & Pints. Upon entering, you see this old school…read morebar and these Barrel high top seating. In the back, the Old English decor continues. There's even a cute, little fireplace in the middle. My group included 14 people, and our waitress did a great job with the service. We didn't have to wait long for anything, and they were on top of it all! Our group had a wide range of brunch menu items, and everyone was so pleased! I specifically had the Bourbon banana bake and the breakfast sandwich. I REALLY loved the Bourbon banana bake. It was so flavorful and tasty. The breakfast sandwich was a little messy and the delicious sausage was a little too tiny. Overall, I really enjoyed my meal. My hubby got the Steak Breakfast Bowl, and he loved it as well. At the end of the meal, live music began, and it was a perfect ending and the icing on the cake. This is such a unique and cool spot, and I cannot wait to come again and try some new menu items!

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    Carmella's Plates & Pints - Bar area

    Bar area

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    Steak Breakfast Bowl

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    Hazelwood Brew House - Beer Hall

    Hazelwood Brew House

    4.7(19 reviews)
    2.1 miHazelwood

    "What do you mean we can have a bar crawl in one building?" My friends ask, as I present the option…read moreof going to the Hazelwood Brew House. "It's three breweries having both indoor and outdoor spaces," I reply. The brew house is a multi-story brewery complex. At the base there's a beer garden, the third floor three indoor breweries, and an open rooftop. Get a beer anywhere and travel with it throughout the facility. There are stairs and elevators! The acoustics are a bit loud in the indoor space. There is a kitchen. We enjoyed being able to move around and the brewery variety enabled something for everyone. It was my first visit and the employees were very patient and explained the concept to us. Easy parking in the lot. I'm glad we made the trip and I would be happy to go back!

    We stopped by on a whim last Friday night after volunteering in the area at Community Kitchen…read morePittsburgh. There's a parking lot but we just walked over. You walked in and can either take the stairs or elevator up to the third floor. There's a couple of couches, a water fountain, and some memorabilia on the ground floor. The second is off limits. The taproom is pretty big and we didn't sit outside since it was cold but there's a rooftop deck as well. There's a food counter with a small menu and two open bars from different breweries. I like that they have smaller pours that are reasonably priced. I'm a dark beer lover and they had a few options for me. We sat there at the bar and closed down the place. This place is a little out of the way but I would come back!

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    Hazelwood Brew House
    Hazelwood Brew House
    Hazelwood Brew House

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