This is a really beautiful spot. The ceiling is gorgeous, the bar is gorgeous. I'm going to like…read morecoming to this spot to enjoy some drinks and play games with friends in the really cool lounge area. The beers are also extremely crisp However, the one gentleman working the bar was quite rude and had a bad attitude when taking my friend's order and my beer order. My bud is a bit socially anxious and the way the bartender spoke to him really rubbed me the wrong way.

We've been meaning to try Allusion Brewery in Allison Park, and finally made the leap...right past…read morethe Dollar Tree and Driver's License Center in the strip mall. Yes, it's a strip mall, but don't let that fool you. Allusion is a beer oasis tucked between life's greatest challenges: renewing your license and resisting discount snacks. Inside, it's clean, cozy, and no frills, which is exactly what you want when the beer is doing all the talking. And let me tell you, the beer has a lot to say. We tried the 1810 Oktoberfest and As You Wish (which made me feel like I was being serenaded by Wesley from The Princess Bride), and both were excellent. We also grabbed a Buffalo Chicken Wrap and a Reuben, each paired with a cup of clam chowder that was creamy, comforting, and possibly made with magic (or butter, which is basically the same thing). The proprietor was friendly, knowledgeable, and doing everything short of brewing the beer mid-conversation. Honestly, if he'd started juggling pint glasses, I wouldn't have been surprised. Long story short: the beers are top-notch, the food hits the spot, and the vibe is low-key awesome. Allusion has earned a spot on our regular rotation, and possibly a spot in our hearts.

I stopped by here earlier today with my wife for some evening beverages. I originally wasn't…read moreplanning on Acrospire, but it ended up being our audible whenever the Pirates game was ending at the same time we were heading out. The inside of this brewery has a relaxed, open vibe with plenty of natural wood tables, metal chairs, a visible brewing area in the back, and colorful string lights hanging across the ceiling. There's a chalkboard mural on the wall and a Pride flag (since it was Pride month) adding to the welcoming atmosphere. There's also a well-stocked kids corner with books, puzzles, games, and art supplies, which is a great touch for families like ours. Outside of the beer, it looks like they often host different food vendors inside the kitchen space. As I often do when visiting a new brewery, I decided to go with a flight. It consisted of five beers: Joe Brown (coffee brown ale), Hear No Evil (honey ginger wheat), Honeycomb (oat honey ale), ChatBRU (west coast IPA), and Apple Pie Sour (sour ale). First up was the Joe Brown and it started with a solid coffee flavor and finished with rich toasted malts. Up second was the Hear No Evil which was A bold honey ginger wheat with ginger dominating from start to finish, leaving a lingering spice on the palate. Thurs was the Honeycomb which has Sweetness from the honey hit up front, followed by a more mellow oat finish. Fourth was the ChatBRU which was Smooth at first before diving into hoppy bitterness that lingered long after the sip. Last and certainly not least was the Apple Pie Sour. My first sip was mostly the cinnamon and sugar rim, which added a nice touch with a little salt on the finish. The second sip, without the rim, delivered a strong apple flavor that lingered nicely. I could absolutely see how they named it, as it genuinely tasted like apple pie. Out of the bunch, I ended up liking the Apple Pie Sour the most, closely followed by the Joe Brown. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. I enjoyed my beers, and my wife and I found it to be a super chill place. We loved that we could possibly bring our kids thanks to the thoughtful kids corner.

Another stroll down memory lane with an old yinzer. I remember when this was "the 412" and even…read morebefore that the "Shaler lounge." The inside has been completely remodeled now to suit the brewery. There's games for kids, TVs with sports on, and a nice atmosphere. Beers are good and bartenders were friendly. We will look forward to coming when it's warmer so the garage doors can open up.

Great place to relax and enjoy the quiet ambiance. They regularly have trivia, and other events…read more The beers are well made with great flavor. Definitely worth a stop.

A community-oriented tap room. Friendly staff. Extensive and flavorful beer selection. Welcoming…read moreatmosphere. I miss Hough's, but I'd also miss Monday's. Hopefully I won't have to. Come here, Greenfield.

We went for the first time to grab some simple food and beer. The venue is nice, spacious, etc…read more However, the food service was absolutely terrible. When we arrived it was almost empty. Maybe a few people at the bar and a couple of tables. We ordered nachos, burger, and a gyro. We waited over nearly 90 minutes for food. Every time we asked we were told the nacho cheese needed to be heated up. Funny that when the food arrived, the cheese on nachos was cold? The server/owner/whoever didn't seem concerned when I mentioned the time. If you want to have a beer, fine. If you have any desire to get your moneys worth buying any type of food, skip it. There are so many better options on Butler St. that serve the same beer with better service and food and/or food trucks who will be mindful of your order. Sad.

Let me say that this brewery has a lot of IPAs: that is a positive for me. They let us taste around…read more5 different beers before we made a decision. We got a few beers and started with nachos. The nachos were good, a bit pricey, but good. We didn't love the beer cheese so I wouldn't start with this again. Their menu has a lot so no concerns. We decided to get their Yinser Cheesesteak and I would get it again. It was big, the cheesesteak was very good (slightly on the sweet side). The only way to improve this meal is grill the bun but that is preference. We got here and no one was here but by the time we left there was 20 or more. The bartender was great: super friendly and he was a great guide. The place was slightly loud in the main room but they have a lot of space to spread out; there are other areas you can go to for large groups or groups that want a quieter environment. The key...I WILL BE HERE AGAIN.

I love this spot located on the Northside. The taproom is cozy with a good amount of seating…read moretowards the back. I saw they've added pinball machines and records. I love the modern decor. It's a vibe. They make great beer. Their hazys are great and they're also well known for their sours which typically have a full feel for that smoothie-like pour. I tried the bohemian Pilsner this last visit and it was also pretty excellent. You can buy cans in the taproom. I know they occasionally have food trucks. They've created a nice sitting area outside the taproom by the sidewalk. There is street parking right in front-usually you can find something pretty easily. They're also right down the block from another brewery if you like to hop around.

Trying some sour beer & gin & juice on tap before the Pitt game. Yummy!…read more The service was great and once I knew you could add flavor to the sour beer, I loved it. Very loud, but there are pinball games, which is fun.

Updating my review since its been several years. I have been to Hitchhiker multiple times. I never…read morehave an issue with street parking. It was winter so we were strictly indoors tonight but there is plenty of seating inside. There are multiple board games to grab and play. Hitchhiker has one of my favorite beers EVER- Bane of Existence. It is seriously SO good! Service is great and they typically have a food truck out front. You can check the website ahead of time. We will definitely be back!

Hitchhiker can be a great option whether you are stopping in for a quick beer solo or hanging out…read morewith a group. They have tons of space, which is great. They usually have good music going. Service is formerly. They have a wide variety of beer on tap. Plus, hey they have beer ice cream. We stopped in recently on a few occasions. They did a couple of different infusion releases of Oreo Speedwagon, which is one of our favorite Hitchhiker beers. The first they did was Dirty O Speedwagon, with chocolate pudding and gummy worms. Then they did King Size Speedwagon which was conditioned on Halloween candy. Both were great and it's fun to try different versions of a beer you know and love. We also tried the beer ice cream with Oreo Speedwagon in it and topped with cookie crumbs. It was a tasty little treat to have something different.

I love coming to this local brewery, especially on a nice night when they have both a food truck…read moreand a live band. One of their flagship beers, the raspberry wheat, is my favorite. It's always slightly tart and refreshing. It's perfect for the summertime, but I drink it all year round! The rotating food trucks are a much appreciated addition, as the brewery doesn't serve their own food. When the weather is cooperating, they seasonally have bands later in the week. The website is always up to date with events! The bartenders are very friendly and do their best to work through the lines as quickly as possible. They do have bathrooms and they're definitely outdated, but clean.

Stopped to try their beer on a recent trip to Pittsburgh, as my husband and I enjoy finding local…read morecraft brews when we travel. For a weekend afternoon I anticipated it would be a bit busier. Two (2) bartenders were working-male was very accommodating but the female seemed annoyed to wait on anyone who wasn't a "regular". Had the kids with us and they really enjoyed the pinball machines, but most are $1.00 a play, so we blew through $ in no time

"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!