We popped in for a quick dinner before a show at Mr. Smalls. The bar area was pretty crowded and the dining room gradually filled up while we were there. The first thing that hits you, literally, is the strong smell of air freshener when you walk in. It was so overpowering that I almost had to leave. We gradually got used to it but it is not pleasant. The second thing that we noticed was how untrained and stretched thin our waitress was. There was a bartender and our waitress and one cook working that night. When we asked what beers were on tap and if they had any IPAs, she wasn't sure what beers they served or what an IPA was, really. I have to say she was as pleasant as pie but dressed in a sparkly half shirt with bare midriff and tight pants with high heels, the outfit was just sort of odd for a waitress. I had to go to the bar to order another beer because she was just too busy to even notice. The California burger I ordered was cooked to the perfect medium temp and the fries were fresh and nicely salted. We could see the cook using a bowl to gently toss them in salt when they came out of the fryer. He was hustling and got the food out fairly fast considering it was just him. The avocado on the burger was fresh and perfectly ripe too. I hope the chef is paid well because he deserves every penny. Times are tough for small business owners these days. I get that. The food was good and our server was very nice. She just needs trained on the menu and the drinks/beers. And they need to get rid of that overpowering air freshener and fix the root cause of whatever smell they are trying to mask. There is real potential here with some minor tweaks. read more

Bar 3 Millvale - California Burger - New American Near Me - Millvale, Pennsylvania

I had planned to dine here on a Friday night with a group of friends. I triple-checked the hours and even after reading very old reviews as well as reviews warning people of the odd hours, we attended to go. Well-the reviews were right and I should have listened. On Google the hours were listed as open too. Do everyone a favor and correct the hours or, if you are closed and no longer in operation, then at the very least-let people know and be clear about it. read more

We stopped in here recently with a group of about 15. I am sure they were overwhelmed, as there was no one in the bar when we arrived. I will say the atmosphere was really nice inside. Everything looks new and clean and made for a good drinking spot. The food kind of fell flat however. We ordered the pretzels and beer cheese as an appetizer. They were decent, nothing special. For my meal I went with the buffalo chicken sandwich. This was a really average sandwich. The menu said the chicken was breaded, but it was not a thick enough batter. The chicken itself was definitely not crispy. This caused the buffalo sauce the make the sandwich a little sloppy. The buffalo sauce itself did not have a very good flavor and had no spice to it at all. The ranch dressing they had also had a strange taste to it. It seemed house made, but it just tasted off. read more

Bar 3 Millvale - Buffalo chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - Millvale, Pennsylvania

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Great food, wonderful vibe, good service and excellent beer list. We were pleased by the food, which is heavy on the burgers. They could add a veggie burger, which would add lots of options for vegetarians. We met the chef, and we complemented him on his creative ideas, for example blue cheese on the roasrted Brussels Sprouts, which addded lots of flavor. I was happy to see several beers from Grist House on their draft list (which was heavily IPA). Our food arrived quickly and it was cooked to perfection. There are lots of TV screens if you want to watch a game. read more

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We popped in for the May Days in Millvale, and we were pleasantly greeted by the bartender, Lily. She was attentive and kind, and she gave us descriptions of some of the brunch options that were listed. I love a good crepe, especially when savory, and let me tell you, this was delicious! On the thicker side for a crepe, this sweet pastry wrapped around perfectly cooked eggs and juicy bacon, and was every breakfast lover's dream come true! To the side, perfectly cooked hash browns with a delectable herb flavor. My friend decided to be adventurous and ordered the Cap'n Crunch French toast, over which he rolled his eyes with delight! I don't think the population of Pittsburgh knows about this gem yet...no problem getting a seat at the bar. Pair that with the welcoming atmosphere, and Millvale has a hot new brunch spot! Highly recommended! Cheers to Bill and Lily, and thanks for a great visit! read more

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This is a hidden gem in the heart of Millvale. Really a beautiful spot. Updated, modern and smoke-free. This is an establishment you'd expect to find in Lawrenceville or Brooklyn. Prices are fair and they come up with some really fun drink ideas and specials. Didn't get a chance to eat but can't wait to come back for a bite. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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Their food hours are inaccurate. The service is subpar and the music is horrible: I'm pretty sure the bartender is drunk and it's only 10PM.

Delicious food friendly staff within walking distance from home. Chill place and fancy.

Last week, I was heading to a concert at Mr. Smalls and I wanted to grab some food beforehand so I looked up Millvale restaurants and found Bar 3. It had good reviews, so I figured I would give it a try! Thank you other Pittsburgh area Yelpers! I loved the atmosphere of Bar 3! It's perfect for a date night or a meal with friends. It's very spacious- a mixture of high and low tables. You seat yourself, so I sat at a low top table in the back of the restaurant. It's very clean and fresh! Since it was so hot on Friday, I didn't order a beer or cocktail- but they a great selection of local brews! To start, we ordered the pretzels. You get 4 pretzels for $9. They were very good - I definitely order them again! For my entree, I ordered the steak salad. To be honest it was kinda of small to be paying $13 for the size of the salad. The steak was cooked just right and the salad was delicious. My friend ordered the crab salad - she said it was good but also very small. Overall, I'm glad Bar 3 is now open in Millvale. I will definitely be back and try something new. read more

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What a wonderful find in the quaint town of Millvale!The modern spacious decor and layout presents you with an excellent opportunity to have a quiet romantic dinner or lunch, or a rambunctious rowdy time with a group of friends. The service is prompt,courteous, and friendly. And the food/ fresh, delicious, and plentiful. We have been taking advantage of the Monday nite burger special which combines the most unique things to please and tantalize your palate. These enormous burgers also come with tasty fries which add to the exceedingly good value and amazing taste! Based on the contents of the various burgers( the very freshest and seasoned perfectly) I would say you could try anything in the menu and be delightfully satisfied! One of our favorite Millvale stops!! read more

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On my first visit I learned I arrived way to early for it to open so I decided to return on the weekend. I had a wonderful waitress and basically had the whole place to myself! The seating area is small with TVs blasting everywhere and your bar is in the front. I sat towards the back so I could enjoy something off the Sunday brunch menu. Since it was early afternoon I decided to try a lunch sandwich of chicken. All brunch items come with a side of hash browns. I was hot so I just asked for ice tea and they brewed some up just for me! I was grateful. I got my food fairly fast and she even gave me some ketchup for my hash browns. Both the sandwich and the hash browns were delicious! I was afraid the hash browns would be overly greasy but they weren't. I learned that on weekends they switch over to the regular menu after 2 and now they have added Friday earlier hours so they can serve lunch. Normally with the major hockey playoffs going on this place will get jammed later and parking is free on Sunday. They do offer free WiFi here since reception is very bad.My only slight problem was that my table seemed a bit high from my chair but I was able to manage. Located only a few doors down from Jean-Marc Chattilier's French bakery, metered street parking is available. This place has a nice decor to it and is reasonably priced. I learned they had opened in March so they are relatively new to area. It is a simple drive back to Rt 28 where you can get to some of the more known neighborhoods in less than 10 minutes. read more

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Nah. Spinach dip *super* watery and cold, Caprese/ marguerita flatbread (also cold) drizzled with a thick balsamic dressing, not so much a balsamic reduction. Drinks were good. Bartender competent attentive and helpful! Lovely place and terrific concept. Needs some refining. read more

This place was a great little meeting spot! We had 8 people in our party and arrived just before 4 on a weekday. Happy hour is 4 - 6pm and they have about 10 food options for $6. Our group ordered a variety of the options - Buffalo Mac & Cheese, boneless wings, fish tacos, pulled pork sandwich, chili, and soft pretzels. The Mac & Cheese was good - light on the chicken, but had good flavor and dense spiral noodles. I'd get it again on the happy hour menu! The portion looked small when it came out, but I was hungry and it was enough to fill me up over happy hour. The beer list is written on the chalkboard when you enter. There is a good variety of draft beers and bottle options. There were ~6 options from Grist House and plenty of other options. The dining area is a up two steps from the bar area and is spacious - our party and another party of 8-10 were there at once and there were still plenty of seats available. The only server was the bartender at the time - I'm guessing they didn't expect 2 larger parties to come in before 5 on a weekday. She was very friendly and as attentive as she could be for us and the many people at the bar. read more

The menus, dishes,glasses and silverware were filthy. I mean greasy really greasy and the fork was actually stuck to the knife. One person was manning the bar and waiting the tables. She was lovely and charming. Unfortunately she was so thinly stretched service suffered. The atmosphere is comfortable and nicely presented. However cleanliness, especially during this post Covid pandemic is paramount and this place sadly falls very short in that area. The burgers were tasty. read more

What a nice surprise! Our first visit to Bar 3 was to hear an acoustic set on Friday night. I had looked at the menu in advance, and thought it looked promising - a variety of selections somewhat elevated from typical bar food, and some healthy choices as well. As we had already eaten dinner, we opted for a less healthy spinach dip, but it was tasty! The beer selection was very good, too, with a variety of beers, not just IPAs or Miller Lites. We saw that they had the Lambic Framboise and the bartender was happy to mix it with some Hoegarden, to allow us to share (try it if you haven't done so - really a nice combination). Service and the overall ambience of the bar were also a step well above average. This makes Bar 3 competitive with nearby brew pubs, which are fun, but often overcrowded. I would recommend for anyone who might be planning to see a show at Mr. Smalls, etc., as a nice pre-/post- stop. read more

I use to be a regular, but the clientele has changed and not for the better. The food is still amazing mainly because of Donnie. Now the patrons are loud, drunk and rude. I'll still stop after work for a burger or the shrimp. But it's not the same.... It's too bad. read more

I stopped into Bar 3 after reading other great Yelp reviews. I'm not familiar with Millvale & was attending a show around the corner at Mr. Smalls & wanted to grab a bite pre-show. I sat at the bar & was promptly greeted by the female bartender who was very friendly. I ordered a Grist House beer of which several were on tap & she pointed out which ones were IPAs, etc. The beer was cold & fresh. They have a fairly large menu for a small place and I ordered the steak & Gorgonzola flatbread. It came with spring mix salad & tomatoes on top & a side of balsamic vinaigrette dressing. It was good, but not great. I liked their menu choices & they have daily specials too, but I was surprised that appetizers cost basically as much as entrees $12-$14 seemed average for both. My flatbread was $14. Maybe I'm getting old, but for a bar in Millvale I considered that pricey. Having said that, the decor is nice, staff friendly, convenient to Mr. Smalls & menu selection covered burgers, pasta, salads & flatbreads. So a good place to stop into when you're in the area. read more

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We have lived in Millvale for three years, one year longer than Bar 3 has even been open and have just now gotten around to visiting. What's worse, is that we live almost directly across the street. Tonight, on a whim, we decided to walk across the street for a quick, light dinner and boy are we glad we did. First of all, Bar 3 has a really nice, modern and very clean interior. My only gripe is that the marble bar and table tops along with the metal chairs, give the place a somewhat cold and harsh feel. A nice wooden bar and table tops and leather/wood chairs would really warm the place up, but that's nitpicking... On our visit there were several other guests both at the bar and at the tables and Mark, the lone bartender/server was handling it like a champ. We were glad we got a chance to introduce ourselves to our Millvale neighbors and the service was really great. For "dinner" we chose the whole wings with the garlic butter sauce, the fried Brussel sprouts and a Ruben sandwich. The wings were large, crispy and flavorful and not drenched in sauce, which I really like. On Wednesdays whole wings are $1 each which is an absolute bargain, one we will be taking advantage of soon. The fried Brussel sprouts topped with blu cheese and balsamic were also very good although they would have been even better if they were just a little crispier and more "roasted". I didn't try the Ruben, but my fiancé really liked it. They also have a nice selection of local beers on tap, which is a real plus. All in all, Bar 3 is a real gem in the heart of Millvale and I'm glad they are here and that we finally decided to give them a try. My only regret is that we waited so long... read more

Bar 3 Millvale - New American Near Me - Millvale, Pennsylvania

I was starving and my partner and I went here on a whim. The atmosphere was nice and modern, particularly in the bar area. The service was great and very attentive. The menu selection wasn't huge but had a nice selection of pub and comfort foods. I had the shrimp po boy. The shrimp and sauce were a great combo of flavors, and the bun and tomatoes were super fresh and delicious. The slaw it came with left a little to be desired in the flavor department , but there were other sides to choose from. This place is relatively new, but I definitely think it's worth a visit if pub or comfort food is your thing. They also seemed to have a great beer selection from the local Grist House. read more

Bar 3 Millvale - Shrimp po boy with a side of slaw. Great sandwich! - New American Near Me - Millvale, Pennsylvania

Located on the main strip in Millvale, this little bar is nestled between two non-descriptive buildings. Inside it is very modern, with an abundance of tv's and an upstairs seemingly for larger parties. We came down on a Friday night, before a session at LumberjAxes, and the food was excellent. I had a burger and fries, while my wife had a chicken sandwich. Overall, the food was great and the atmosphere was nice and modern. read more

On a Saturday night with a group of 11 I didn't expect to be as pleased as I was. Super great staff and excellent food. Told my husband before we were even done with our meals that we were coming back. Beer selection was good and our waitress never let our glasses get empty. read more

Great spot for Millvale. I enjoyed the bar area as well as the apps we had. Try the brussel sprouts! Good beer selection! read more

Counting our third visit (and definitely the last) I have to say that the food is good; not so the service. Brunch drinks like mimosas and bloody mary were just ok. We eat out quite a bit and know very well when staff is genuinely friendly and attentive. The last two times we've been at this place the bartender was the one who served us drinks and food. His so-called "friendly" fashion was somewhere between rudeness, tasteless jokes, snarky, and unnecessary comments. The social attendance for Sunday brunch seemed to be of their buddies which kind of gave an odd vibe to the place. Not coming back. read more

Don't get me wrong, the food is fantastic! Couldn't be better! HOWEVER, the pricing or rather lack of an updated menu/ website leaves a lot to be desired. Imagine my surprise when I am told that my bill is $12.00 more than what I am expecting to pay, because I am going by the pricing on the website which I expect to be up to date and accurate. When I questioned the bartender who by the way was a lovely person, she told me that the manager said the menu was out of date and the website needed updating. When I asked for an updated menu I was told something to the effect of that the MANAGER hasn't gotten around to printing out any updated to go menus. Sounds like the joint needs a new manager! This is a dive bar in Millvale, so the next time I want to pay 20.00 for a burger, I'll take a ride to Sewickley and buy one there. read more

If you haven't been here, you need to go. The restaurant/bar is a very clean and fresh updated space. There are exposed brick walls and cool fixtures. We stopped in for brunch and we came out Happy Campers. I ordered the Blueberry and Cream Cheese Stuffed French Toast. I also ordered a side of bacon. The side order had three strips of crunchy bacon. I can't have breakfast without bacon. YUM! . I'll be honest. I expected canned blueberry filling in the middle of the French Toast. Much to my surprise it was real blueberries. Even with the cream cheese it wasn't overly sweet. It tasted like real blueberries. The outside was cooked perfectly. No syrup was needed. It was delightful. It came with a side of Home Fries. They are cut smaller than normal home fries and I liked them a lot. However it didn't stop there. My husband ordered Eggs Benedict. Oh My Word! A good Hollandaise sauce is hard to find, but I found it. AND they serve the Eggs Benedict with chorizo. Let's get a little spicy. Again, YUM!!!! Not only will we go back but we'll bring friends! For an added surprise they have a party room upstairs!!! It has separate bathrooms, a full bar, tables, and a couch area. It's fun! It's Hip!! It's very cool! If you need a venue for a wedding or baby shower or charity event. . . Maybe a birthday or anniversary party, you need to check this space out. read more

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I stopped into Bar 3 in millvale after a grueling Saturday. Myself and my 2 friends spent the day moving furniture, boxes and all manner of heavy things as I relocated from Beaver, PA to Millvale. We were tired and hungry, and we wanted a drink. The place is well designed, having something for everybody. Tons of TVs, a nice bar area and a dining area for those hoping to avoid the fray, and free, functional wi-fi. The design on (almost) everything is modern and nice. The exception bring the menu. It was all one font, one weight and very little thought to layout. I don't know if they change the menu frequently, but if that's not the case, it's gotta be laziness. Only 2 employees were visible, one being the bartender who was, surprise, busy tending bar, and the other being the cook, who was wandering the dining area just kind of looking around. Both looked at us like we were on very annoying fire when we walked in, but we were hungry so we took our seats in the dining area. Eventually, the bartender made his way over and we ordered drinks (3 waters and 2 beers) waited forever for those, then waited for him to take our order, then waited for the food. We were there longer than it took to unpack the u haul and move furniture, and it isn't because we were lingering. The service was bad. No way around it. Now, something positive. The food. The food was phenomenal. I ordered a Ham bbq sandwich with sauteed zucchini on the side, and my friends got burgers with fries. The ham bbq was exactly what I was hoping for. Comfort food with an upgrade. The balance of the flavors was spot on, the pickles were just right, and they even got that little hint of cinnamon that is critical in good Ham bbq. Top notch. Both of my friends greatly enjoyed their burgers and fries. Everything was perfectly cooked (they both ordered medium) and, for the most part, we all left happy. Bar 3 Millvale has a long way to go. There is a lot of room for improvement, but the food is stellar. Seeing as I'm now a local, I will definitely be returning to see how they grow. read more

Came here for happy hour and I wasn't disappointed! The drink specials were cheap and I loved the atmosphere. The bartender was knowledgeable about the brews and gave great recommendations. read more

Growing up in Shaler, Millvale was never a desirable hangout for me and I certainly never trekked over to eat or once I was of age, to drink. Over the past 5 or so years, though, it seems things have started to pick up in the area. Between the dog-friendly brewery down the street and a couple other new, fun spots, I find myself here more and more often. Bar 3 opened in mid March(?) and it seems to do a really good business!! I've stopped in on three occasions - twice to just have a drink and the second during happy hour for a couple appetizers. It is clean with clean, neutral décor. The bar is roomy and there are a few high-top tables lining the wall. The upstairs bar just opened this May, although I have not been in recently enough to experience it in person! The bar is fully stocked and they have a nice beer list - mostly, if not all, beers from local breweries. The food is good - fresh. Nice happy hour deal ($5 appetizers). I had the boneless wings when I was here (YUM - still thinking about them) and my friend and I split the nachos. All three times I've been here, it's been scattered with a mix of people - definitely a nice crowd. Nice atmosphere, great bartenders, good food and drinks with decent prices and specials. Couldn't ask for anything more and I think it will do well here. Glad to have it nearby! read more

I was really excited to try Bar 3 and am always really happy to learn about great businesses coming into the Millvale community. With that being said, I was pretty disappointed with my experience at Bar 3. I went to Bar 3 on Sunday for dinner with some friends. We sat at a high top in the bar area and were approached right away for our drink orders. However, once we received drinks it took a very long time for the bartender to come back over for our food orders. He was at the bar talking with a group of friends while we just sat and waited. Once our food arrived, it was pretty tasty and the service was not terrible, it was really just that minor detail. I feel bad only rating two stars because honestly, it wasn't the bartender or the staff or the food. What I really did not like about Bar 3 was the vibe. There was a group of guys next to us screaming the worst country music I could imagine. I understand...it was after a Penguins game...we were getting it in too...but it was obnoxious and partially directed towards us at points. On top of the awful men singing horrendous music...the jukebox fully supported their decision. It was around 6 on a Sunday and was so loud that I couldn't really even relax to enjoy my food. I'd like to give this place another try because I really want to like it but I was just not into anything that was going on. So unless you want to feel like you are at Tequila Cowboys on a Saturday night at umm...midnight, I probably would not suggest this place after a game/before a show...etc. read more

Pittsburgh has really blossomed in the food and drink scene, so I was hopeful to check out this spot for the first time. The food is wildly overpriced for being so mediocre, and the portions are all over the place. Tastes a lot like some microwaved BS with a little added flare to make it seem higher quality. Decent beer selection, but still fairly lame. Service was good. Wouldn't go back, wouldn't recommend. Bummer. read more

Decided to come here for lunch to try it out, got a burger and my friend got wings. We split the pretzels and fries as an appetizer and it was all amazing! The restaurant itself is very clean and cute and located in a nice area. Service was great, will definitely be adding this to my list of favorites. read more

May 7, 2019. A gathering to support our meet up friend, Joel, in need of a partial liver transplant. Lindsay was our server and was spot on. Thank you read more

Went here for my girlfriend's birthday and it was a great experience. We had apps: pierogis, buffalo chicken dip, pulled pork sliders and soft pretzels. The food was good and the bartenders and servers provided great service. The staff was extremely friendly and everyone had a great time. read more

Great and quick service!! In for a concert and wanted something local, this was a great place to stop and eat. They had a great beer selection and menu. We ordered the chicken nachos and they were amazing! read more

I had my son's rehearsal there Friday night, 10/18/2019. We dealt with Mark setting up the details. All I can say is wow!! What a great time. Preparations, accommodations, food and price were great!!! Seriously, I had no knowledge of Millvale. While I had no expectations, I did have some trepidations. The second Mark greeted me, they vanished. Everything, and I mean everything was on point. Our bartender, I'm sorry I forget his name, was fantastic. The upper room is so cozy but yet spacious. The big screens had the Penguin and the Pitt game on. Again, food was great , beer was cold. If you are having a get together anywhere near Millvale, keep this place in mind. read more

Very cute and clean bar in Millvale! I got the beef tacos and fries and was very pleasantly surprised at how good they were (definitely not just average bar food). They also have a nice draft selection. I went with the pineapple cider they have right now and it was delicious. Our waitress was nice and funny, the music was great, and I will most definitely be back. read more

Bar 3 Millvale - Knockin Noggin Pineapple Cider - New American Near Me - Millvale, Pennsylvania

Between the selection of beer, combined with the atmosphere. And top it all off with the food and friendly staff. You will not be disappointed stopping by the place. read more

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This was a great place to get a drink and a something to eat prior to a show at Mr. Smalls. The bartender was attentive and the drinks were good. Food was average but ambiance was nice and we really enjoyed our experience. read more

Came in from Western New York to visit friends and the area where I grew up. What a great revelation in Millvale this bar restaurant is! The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. Not your average "neighborhood bar" but everyone made us feel at home. Lindsey was great and we enjoyed a great variety of tunes from Todd on the guitar. The food was exceptional. Not "bar food" by any means. It was a great experience! Bar 3 makes Millvale a destination worth visiting. We hope to return soon. read more

Great service! Came on a Monday around 930 pm and they had 7 dollar burgers. The California burger is great. The Brussels sprouts with blue cheese are pretty awesome as well. Cold beer, fast service, and great prices! Will definitely return. read more