We checked out Mixtape's newest pop up, Dannyland, which is inspired by artist Danny Devine's…read moresketches, murals, and his favorite East End establishments! Part art exhibit, part art gallery (where you can buy some the art on the walls!), and part dance party, it was a vibe. The cocktails they had were my favorites yet at Mixtape, especially the key lime pie-esque Simply Devine and the tropical Devine Intervention. $1 from each Devine Intervention sold during the month of June will be donated to non profit Danny Devine Studio foundation! They also have an expanded plant based food menu now - as a voracious meat eater, I still enjoyed it. Dannyland runs through the end of August!

I didn't take many pictures but I loved how the first room is a completely different than the main…read morebar. It was fun to come into the main bar and to have an entirely different feel. We did pay a $10 cover, but it included a drink ticket. Not too crowded and our drinks were served promptly. Lots of fun holiday drink options. Fun bar if you're with a group of friends or family.

I cannot stop thinking about the amazing dinner we had last night at this restaurant!…read more We were celebrating a friends 23 birthday and the owner immediately came over introduced himself and upgraded us to a private table in the kitchen. Not only was the owner and staff AMAZING but the food was out of this world. We ended up ordering just about everything to try and nothing disappointed. The grilled cheese and tomato soup dumplings .. insane! Such an amazing menu and really nice people. I cannot wait to go back. The owner really cares about his customers.

Absolutely amazing. From service to food to atmosphere to cleanliness. It was perfection. Couldn't…read morehave asked for a better evening. We saw the restaurant online and decided to try it and it absolutely needs more recognition! We will be back!

This is your typical Pittsburgh neighborhood bar. From the exterior, it definitely looks like it…read morewas once a home and when you walk inside, you definitely get the same type of feeling. Now it's important to know that this is a smoking bar. While there is ventilation and it's quite good if I say so myself, when you have multiple people smoking cigarettes as well as cigars, you're bound to smell like smoke when you walk out. With that being said it is tiny. There are a few booth areas and a few tables but most of the seating is primarily at the bar. They Have multiple different beers and ciders on tap. I was very very happy to see that they had bold rock cider available. They also have a full bar so you can craft whatever cocktail you may want. Prices are super reasonable as well

I'm unsure why low reviewers complain about the smoke- this is a cigar bar. If you go to a cigar…read morebar, then expect smoke. It was exactly what my friends were looking for after dinner down the street. The cigars, drinks, were well-priced (although it is cash-only). The laid back vibe and tucked in booths were appreciated because we were in our own little world talking away. I don't have much to say about the bartenders because I didn't really interact with them. I think the only recommendation I have is to put the cigars in a humidor rather than a plastic bin. That was a bit off-putting.

Fun and lively spot right in the heart of East Liberty. Food was delicious, focusing on seasonal…read moreingredients, and the cocktails also take inspiration from the seasons, and have fun names to boot! Great service, especially in the bar area, where the servers are quick with attention, and happy to make a recommendation. Truly, a great spot for dinner or after work drinks. A nice addition to the neighborhood.

My friend and I went there on a Friday night. It wasn't too crowded when we arrived around 6pm, but…read moreit was definitely busier by 8pm. I would recommend getting a reservation for the weekend. The restaurant is located at the bottom of the Maverick and the decor is absolute gorgeous. By the end, I was convinced that their wallpaper would look great in my living room. Our waiter was very lovely and attentive. There was one small issues with our appetizers which resulted in them being delayed. He took full responsibility and made it right. I really liked my pear centric cocktail, it had a very appealing purple shade. My salmon was very good with nice bright flavors. It was a little spicier than expected but not too hot either. The coconut rice was good to help with that. The Korean fried tofu was perfectly crunchy and slightly spicy (this time it was expected). Good flavors to it. The babaganoush was excellent with all the extra little toppings on top. The seeded crackers were excellent and I wished I had ask if they made them there. My friend had the crispy eggplant and bread service (no gluten for me sadly). She said everything was good as well. We shared the Japanese cheesecake. It was absolutely delightful. The texture is so light and creamy! The banana pieces with the creme brulee crust were so good. Excellent caramel sauce. Overall, trendy space with good food and drinks!

Best tasting food and wait times I've had in a long time the overall vibe is great and very…read moreprofessional amazing service

Rarely have I had such a wild swing from amazing to meh when visiting a restaurant multiple times…read more The last time I was there, the service and food were excellent. On my more recent trip, the service was terrible and the food was delicious but overpriced for what we were served. I think the bartender had friends there the night we visited because she talked to another couple sitting next to us at the bar and largely ignored us except when we flagged her down. We ordered the vegan drumsticks, and were surprised to only get three--they were not very big but one of the most expensive appetizers on the menu. They were really good but I won't pay that much to get them a second time. We were going to order an entree, but it took so long to get the server's attention that we asked for our check and went somewhere else for dinner instead. Then I noticed a discrepancy between the beer price showing on their beer list and what we were charged. I tried to tell another person behind the bar about it and, as it turned out, he was the bar manager and said he doesn't deal with checks and we'd have to talk to the server about it. So rude, especially after we had been neglected by the other server for most of the night.

The vegetarian quiche is excellent . Enjoyed my cappuccino as well…read more Relaxed vibes, ample seating -- good place to work or to catch up with friends over brunch / coffee. Staff are very friendly too.

What a cool spot in East Liberty! Margaux has both a cafe portion and a bar in the same location. I…read morecame here when it was later at night, so I didn't get to see the cafe in all its glory. But, from what I had at the bar, I can tell it's a nice spot. I don't drink alcohol, so I just got a mocktail. I can't quite recall what it was called, but I thought it was awesome. It was sparkling and had a nice fruity and herbal flavor to it. Really good mocktail. My buddy got a cocktail and said it was quite good as well. The service is nice, the views are pretty cool if you're sitting by the windows, and the overall vibe of the place is super cool. I would definitely recommend this spot, and would like to come back for small plates or pastries and coffee in the morning!

Great fun, solid food. The dance floor is great. The music they play is always fresh and the live…read moredjs get the crowd going.

We were here last Wednesday for a Romanticize Pittsburgh event. I like how the inside is spacious…read morewith three bars in the front, middle, and back. There is also a big patio that's great when it's nice outside. We had icebreaker activities outside and then went inside for the drag show. The drag show was so much fun and high energy. I really enjoyed the drag queens and had a great time. The only thing I didn't love is that 5801 is set up so that if the queens go to the other side of the main bar, you can't see what's going on and have to wait until they come back around.

This was a wonderful experience. I've been to Pittsburgh like 10 times now, and this was the first…read morerestaurant in the city that wowed me. From the wait staff being friendly, to a great menu, and a quirky atmosphere, Duo is my go to recommendation for this city. We took a group of different diets, and were able to make a family style meal out of it. The menu has that breadth, and is concise enough for the staff to execute well on. I really liked their ceviche and beef tartare tostadas. The lavender infused tequila cocktail was refreshing! I am definitely coming back here soon.

Duolingo opened a taco spot? We definitely made an effort to check it out during out weekend trip…read moreto Pittsburg trip last week. I was expecting it to be more of a casual taco joint, but it was far from it. The interior is modern, with a lot of warm lighting and elegant decor. We got there on a Friday around 1:30 PM, 30 minutes before they closed in preparation for dinner. Fortunately, the service was quick, and we were in and out within 40 minutes. TACOS DE SUADERO (3) - 14 Each taco contained a fair amount of beef brisket in each one. However, the beef was pretty dry and not the most flavorful. Probably our least favorite out of the tacos we ordered. TACOS DE AL PASTOR (3) - 14 Definitely more of a modern twist to tacos than traditional. I felt like there was more pineapple flavor than al pastor in these al pastor tacos. These were okay at best. GUACAMOLE Y TOTOPOS - 15 I actually really enjoyed this appetizer. They gave us plenty of guac, which was creamy and lightly seasoned. The totopos were super thick and crispy (also not too salty), and we got an extra bowl of them without charge since we had so much guac leftover. We also got an order of TACOS DE ESTILLO BAJA, which is crispy shrimp tacos. I didn't try one since the salsa and pico de gallo all had plenty of cilantro mixed in, but my friend thought these were the best tacos out of the three we tried. Duolingo... How are your tacos just as pricy as your subscription? Each taco could easily be finished within 2-3 bites. Besides the guacamole y totopos, I personally didn't think the suadero or al pastor tacos were worth getting.

A friend and I went to dinner at One by Spork to celebrate our friendship because we actually first…read moremet there on their first night of service! This was our first time back since they opened December 2024 and there's been so much growth since then! They've tightened up service and we thought the menu was more cohesive now. We started off with some amuse-bouche before heading over to the dinner table for the main courses. They did a great job of explaining the ingredients and techniques used in each course and everything felt very intentional. My favorite dishes were the swordfish, duck breast, and parsnip cheesecake. Each course comes with a drink pairing and I was really impressed by the complex and unique cocktails. They give you a printout of everything you ate and drank at the end in a goodie bag along with some cookies! This is such a fun and delicious elevated dining experience that's great for special occasions or really whenever you just want to treat yourself.

This is a rarity in Pittsburgh and I'm glad it exists. We dined at Spork before they switched to…read morethe tasting menu and wasn't too fond of it-my opinion has changed! There is a hard start time as the tasting menu is done in a large group setting-serving everyone at once. So, we found ourselves wandering around the neighborhood and then standing in front of the door waiting for 6pm to strike, I felt like a creep. The area itself is an open floor plan so when they welcome you in, it's confusing to see the table we will be seated around but also see little stations for the canapés. Little awkward. We found a two-seater, and as a plus size woman I felt a bit cramped. My husband and I are both tall (5'11" and 6'3" so we were both fighting over who got the bench seat vs the little stool. There's always that awkwardness when you're looking around trying to figure out what the heck is about to happen and wondering..when is it time to EAT. We did 3 or 4 canapés which were all enjoyable-one that stands out to me had goat cheese and beets-yum! We are asked to take our seats at the large table and ...awkward again bc we are just kind of all looking around waiting. I have a sensitivity to alcohol so I did the N.A. pairing and I didn't feel like I missed out on much. The sommelier did a great job at explaining the notes and why each pairing happened. I really enjoyed the tasting menu. The chef kept us abreast of what we were trying and looped in other accompanying staff which gave us some of their backstory which was nice. I love that the restaurant has an urban garden and tries to reduce waste-that's so important. Minus 1 star because of the clunkiness of the bench area vs the large table where we ate and the cost. $275/pp plus tip isn't something that many can swing in a blue collar city.

If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy a good hookah, Illusions Hookah Lounge is the…read moreplace for you. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the hookahs are top-notch. The lounge has a great atmosphere, and it's definitely worth a visit.

If you're looking for a great hookah lounge in the heart of downtown, look no further than…read moreIllusions. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the selection of tastes is excellent. The lounge itself is cozy and comfortable, and the music is always great. Whether you're a hookah connoisseur or a first-timer, Illusions is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy some great conversation and hookah.