Co-Sign Speakeasy serves a variety of excellent cocktails in the "Bank on 8th" building that was…read morebuilt in 1926. The bar's space was renovated to transport customers to the secrecy of the Prohibition era. Through OpenTable, I made a reservation for my husband and me. We entered the building through a side entrance on Amity Street, checked in with an employee at a desk, and then waited for another employee to walk us to the 100-year-old elevator (it still works!). On the fourth floor, we saw old bank items such as safety deposit boxes and mechanical check printers. We pushed a button to turn a clock handle to a certain time, and then a hidden door opened. We entered the bar, and two bartenders, Ryan and Robbie, greeted us. The menu listed vodkas, gins, tequilas, mezcals, liquors, bourbons, ryes, rums, seasonal drinks, and mocktails. Food could be ordered from the Puerto Rican restaurant Secretos De Mis Abuelos that is located elsewhere in the building. The bar consisted of a few rooms, each of which had glamorous interior design such as antique furniture, wallpaper with bold patterns, paintings, and dimly lit lamps. Beyond the bar was the Library, which had shelves of books and an old radio. The bartenders patiently repeated to us that we should pull a certain book to open another secret door that would lead us to the Red Room. We finally figured out which book to pull, and we walked down stairs to a parlor with rich, red hues, plush seating, and (at least at that time) a more private, quiet setting. I ordered the French martini (vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice, raspberry vanilla shrub, and raspberries) and the Painkiller (spiced rum, coconut rum and cream, pineapple juice, orange juice, and nutmeg), and I rate them both as 5 stars. Each of those drinks cost $13 plus tax, credit-card fee, and tip.

We came here on Saturday night for a private event. My friend rented out the whole space for her…read morebirthday! I really enjoy the speakeasy aspect and how it's dark and moody inside. There's a main space with the bar with surrounding tables, a smaller back room with some comfy chairs, and a hidden room underneath that's fairly spacious. The service was great and I was able to get a drink really quickly. I liked how they let the birthday person bring in outside food and utensils and set it up in the back room. I got the Hawaiian Hangover drink and it was delicious and well crafted. I'm sure I'll be back!

Three of us stopped by on a Thursday night around 8:30pm and were able to get a table right away…read more It was pretty chill with only a few other parties there. The inside is dimly lit and has that gorgeous chandelier. There's bar seating, a few tables on the ground floor, and a few tables on a higher level. They have some snacks but we skipped those and went straight for the cocktails. The cocktails overall are excellent and I'll definitely be back!

I rly like the vibe, gets busy at night so should reserve ahead of time. Cool drink combos, nice…read morestaff, ambient date place : ). I love going to little speakeasies like this with my wife, glad there is one here in pittsburgh.

We've been here 4+ times now. Unspeakable has such an incredible vibe--cozy, intimate, and dimly…read morelit in a way that feels perfect for a date night or catching up with a close friend. The atmosphere alone is worth a visit. The drinks are definitely crafted with care and have a lot of complexity, but with only two bartenders working, it took quite a while to get ours. Not the place to go if you want quick service or are grabbing a drink before another event. My biggest downside is the price point--most cocktails are around $17. They're good, but at that price I can really only justify having one. Note: They do not have food, just snacks like peanuts. Overall, amazing ambiance and well-made drinks, just expect slower service and a higher bill.

This is my new favorite cocktail bar in Pittsburgh. Every single drink I've had here has been…read morefantastic. I've been twice so far, I've tried six different drinks. Very impressed by their craftsmanship and experimental flavors. There's not many places in this area that even attempt to do that. I love the speakeasy vibe. Super cool entrance and fun comfortable lounge upstairs. It's a fantastic place to go as an intimate group. But it's kind of small to take a group of more than 4 friends. Cocktails were made surprisingly quick even on a busy night. Everything is just really great about this place. Except for maybe the price lol but at least you're getting what you pay for in a good way

Enter the world of Twin Peaks! at @hemlockhouse412!…read more "I have no idea where this will lead us, but I have a definite feeling it will be both wonderful and strange." I heard this quote ringing in my head as I explored this cool spot in Regent Square! Everyone knows I love a good theme and I was thrilled to stumble upon this Twin Peaks experience. Not only is the decor amazing, but so is the food. For brunch we had: The Chorizo Omelette Pork Belly Hash Irish Coffee I can't wait to visit "Twin Peaks" again and try the dinner menu!

Came back for another visit. Hemlock House continues to deliver an upscale, delicious meal…read more We shared 4 small plates and one large plate and were satisfied and not overstuffed! The kale salad was dressed well (I hate a salad with too much dressing!), and the almonds, grapes and avacado worked well in it. The broccolini was good--I'm not sure my palate was good enough to taste some of the ingredients! The malfatti was unique! Ricotta dumplings! Yummy. I was worried (not really) that the sauce Americain was going to be velveeta cheese! It wasn't, but it was a yellow cheese sauce. Crème fraiche on the side and Little bits of langoustine to round it off. Yummy! Then we had crab and bacon hush puppies. I didn't know what to expect, and they were delicious with a spicy ají verde sauce to go with it! Finally we had nouja cavatelli. I never make pasta with lemon and it was a nice flavor. Overall another great experience!

Another fantastic dinner at Eighth and Hays! The pizza photo that comes up in the listing…read moreundersells the kitchen here. Tonight my husband had a flank steak with mashed potatoes and root vegetable medley. I had the lamb lollipops, tabbouleh, and warm naan with a smokey Hays & Ember cocktail. Just the quality and food drink I wanted at the end of a long 2-week stretch at work. Our server was bubbly and helpful. And my Elder Millennial heart was happy to hear the 90s alternative music soundtrack. The gas fireplace added ambience on a rainy evening. Parking is tight, but I managed to snag the last spot in the lot behind the building. There is also street parking.

I don't know why I have never reviewed Eighth & Hays. Especially since I was there on a very recent…read moretrip back to Pittsburgh. Better late than never right? On my last visit, we had a brick oven pizza which was really good. We went with the Margherita and the flavor popped. All of the ingredients were fresh and the pizza was cooked to perfection. A lot of times brick oven pies can come out rubbery and chewy. Not the case here. On another visit we had the charucterie board & it was filled with great cheeses, jams, crackers, and dipping sauces. The steak sandwich as well as the caprese sandwich are some pretty stellar options. The steak sandwich has a really flavorful and unexpected corn pico. Here for it. Caprese in any form is a plus for me. I like that the sandwich includes red onion and a really tasty sun-dried tomato pesto. Venture over to Homestead for this spot. You'll be happy you did.

A large group of us stopped by on Wednesday night and it's huge so fantastic for groups! The beer…read morehalf side is on the right hand side when you walk in and you can get cocktails at the bar on the left hand side. They had a good amount of well crafted cocktails and I especially loved the clarified Stone Nectar. They also have food and we shared a pepperoni pizza and it was pretty good!

Super hip and attractive bar with a unique menu of cocktails and wine (beer in the beer room) and…read morefriendly service.

I went to @heybabe.pgh and it instantly made sense why people talk about it…read more Everything came out exactly how it should-crispy potatoes that didn't last long, and a steak cooked perfectly, no overthinking it. I stayed on my no drinking and tried a mocktail espresso martini with the girls and it still felt like the full experience, but I already know I'm coming back for the cocktails. It's small, kind of tucked away, and has this really easy energy to it. The kind of place where you're just in the moment-sharing everything, ordering "just one more thing," and realizing the whole night went by without anyone checking the time.

A winner. Cute little first floor of a hotel spot. Perfect for after work happy hour. It's cozy,…read moreAiry, but still intimate with adorable plush sofas and a nice long stocked bar. Service was helpful, attentive, and friendly. The food was delicious. Thank GOD!!! Good food in Pittsburgh is not super easy to find. Most spots are average. This place has a dish for every palate. Good job, chef. Highly recommend if you are in the area and don't want to be disappointed. We will be back soon.

We had the pleasure of stopping by Hidden Harbor in Pittsburgh for some tiki drinks, and it did not…read moredisappoint. This spot is amazing -- the drinks are solid, the décor is on point, and the bar has such a welcoming vibe. They also serve food, though we only went for the tiki cocktails this time around. If you're ever in the Steel City, this is definitely a must-visit.

We stopped by right at 5pm when they opened on Saturday and were able to snag three seats at the…read morebar. There was a line of people waiting to get in already! The inside has super cute tiki vibes although it does get pretty dark after the sun sets. I love how all their drinks come in super cute cups along with fun accessories. Our drinks were pretty good. They didn't have any shots (besides straight liquor) when I asked but they were nice enough to give me a little sample in a small cup of another drink

Great hidden gem in Pittsburgh. Really excellent food & great specials. Solid beer selection…read more Wonderful service. Nice traditional bar atmosphere.

Good. It's a neighborhood bar with a lot of character and good beer options. The menu is somewhat…read moremore creative and interesting than you might expect, but they are ultimately specializing in bar food. That's not intended as a dig, it's just what they're serving. We showed up for a Saturday lunch ahead of a snow storm, and the overall experience was good. The staff were friendly. There were clearly some number of regulars around. The space is a bit old and drafty, but that just adds a level of character. In terms of the food, we ordered a few salads and a half reuben (part of the lunch special), plus an Italian flatbread. Nothing was exceptional, but everything was nicely prepared and presented. The vegetables in the salad were fresh and crisp. The flatbread was good but not particularly noteworthy. My partner liked the rueben, but thought it could use a little more sauerkraut. The Guinness was fresh and nicely poured. All told, this was a good experience. Understand that this is more of a neighborhood hang than a destination, but it excels at filling that role.

Wow! Walking into The Confidant was like walking into a whole other world. Drinks were amazing, I…read moretried the Tegroni and the Blackberry Tango. The space was cozy, laid back, and comfortable.

Best staff (Noa), best vibes, and some of the best if not the best espresso martinis in the city!…read moreLove that it's unmarked like a speakeasy should be and you have to go down an alleyway to find it - the challenge makes it fun!