I stopped by Howards tavern on a whim.. from the outside it didn't look like much boy was I…read moresurprised.. I spoke with the young lady tending bar who informed me the bar was family owned for over fifty years and has over come tragedy when it burned to the ground a number of years ago.. she told me the family was determined to rebuild anyways I ordered a fish and a side of fries for a lunch and not only was the food a good sized portion but tasted fantastic and there was something about the fries that were amazing.. I sat there talking with the smaller crowed of what seemed to be locals who informed me the every item on the menu is good.. there seemed to be a since of pride in the neighborhood (mostly guys) who were in there at the time that this was where they wanted to be because of the family values of a small business having lasted so long and it made me wonder if they were there because they new what an amazing impact they were probably having helping to support a quiet neighborhood bar as this.. since attending a number of weeks ago I have raved about the place and told many family and friends who too my surprise knew where it was and spoke of the rowdy rooters apparently a north hills football fan club that can be seen frequenting the tavern during indian football games.. I have recommended this place to my family and friends and encourage everyone to stop by and try it out

The food is okay here. It's a family owned bar and the owner is really nice. If you like dive…read morebars, this is your place. It's very much a local crowd. They were watching Jaws together and making a few comments. It has a real community feel, and everyone is facing the bar and joining in the conversation. People seemed to be drinking mostly beer. I didn't fit in at all, but maybe if I gave it some time. There are several skill games off to the side. I'm sure people watch the sports together. It's a small, traditional dive bar with good food, and locals come here to make conversation and see their friends.

Really fun neighborhood bar. The space is nicely decorated and comfortable, with what seems like…read moreplenty of regulars flowing in and out. Service was great. The place really seemed to be well run, with bartenders who really knew some detail around the various whiskey options available. They made some recommendations for me, and I got a chance to try a few new things. Food was good, but this really isn't a food destination. There were a few vegetable forward options on the menu (but only a few). Even so, the vegetables were fresh and the food was generally good. In any case, I can absolutely see myself stopping by on a regular basis. This place had a really good vibe.

Came here for all the bourbons & whiskies available here as a surprise for my husband. We had a…read moregreat time. Really great service and bartender was very knowledgeable and quick to take drink requests at the bar area. From the local patrons we were told to get the fried green beans as an appetizer & they were great! We can't wait to come back again.

The service, the food, the casual ambience is absolutely phenomenal. I love that the prices are…read moreaffordable and you get your bang for your buck. If you're from the area you're bound to run into someone you know. The fried thicken salad can be fried or grilled, I always go fried and it never fails.

The burgers are huge and taste great. Cool local type bar with super staff and fun people.read more

Here's a place that offers locally sourced foods with the misson of getting you to think globally…read more The food is very good, and is not your typical fare. The drinks are outstanding, all hand-crafted. The photographs on display are thoughtful and support a theme of international justice. The live music is quite good. There's a funky bohemian vibe that is all part of a unique experience.

Y'all. Yinz. Yes, I mean you (plural)…read more Stop what you're doing and change your dinner plans, because you need to meet your crew at this unassuming eatery with adult beverages. It may look like a hole-in-the-wall, but inside it's shabby chic (with the nicest bar bathroom I've seen in a while), and there's an outdoor space that can be re-arranged to host a group of almost any size. Plus, the music was speaking to me: it began with "99 Luftballons" and ended with "All the Small Things" from Blink-182 ("Work sucks / I know"). I met some girlfriends there on a Friday evening, and we split the Norwegian, vegetarian mezze, and Basque mussels platters. 1 per person seemed to be the right ratio, and everyone had enough to eat from the finger-licking variety. We enjoyed our meal while watching / listening to / feeling the rumble from the freight trains passing beneath us and across the railroad bridge over the river. (#ThatsSoPGH) The proprietess is a chef first and foremost, but the cocktails are hardly second rate. I really want to give a shout-out to the hard-working bartender! Although the margarita was mostly grapefruit juice, the whiskey sour was delicious, and the old fashioned was just different enough to be interesting. Beware! When the menu says the Oaxaca Sunset is spicy, they mean it! (It was too spicy for me.) To top it all off, after the sun had set, while we were trying to decide whether to wrap things up, a wild raccoon crested the hill and looked confusedly at all of us humans, as if to say, "Scram! It's my turn to eat!" Our little group paid up and left, at any rate, with plans to come back.

I feel like this is one of those places that wants to be a few different things and somehow, it…read moreactually works. Part almost dive bar, part tasty restaurant, part events/banquet space. I've been here a variety of times for various situations. Part of a large group event held in the back, just for dinner with friends, a date night and also late night drinks. One thing that was in common with every experience is that the service was on point. Staff was extremely friendly and attentive and they know their stuff. Drinks were refilled efficiently and items were cleared without making you feel rushed. They have a variety of events (live music, themed parties) and also have Italian night with additional menu items. They are known for their pepperoni muffins and I can see why. They are a perfect blend of flavor and there is just the right ratio of ingredients and crisp. Definitely my favorite thing I've tried. I also enjoyed their pizza and their salads. I wasn't a huge fan of the sandwiches (seemed expensive for what you got, but nothing was wrong or bad). They have a parking lot across the street and there is also street parking available if for some reason the lot is full. Overall, a fun place in an area that doesn't have a ton of food options.

Back again for their delicious chili. It didn't disappoint but you have to like spicy to really…read moreenjoy it. Mondays are Italian Nights with loads of Italian menu items so we each had one of the specials. Had salads first which were really good and huge. They came with the specials. Result was a lot of take home to be enjoyed another day. All guests are greeted by the family. It's a great friendly atmosphere and worth the taking the roads less traveled to get there.

We rented out the back room for a little birthday celebration and could not recommend it more! The…read morebooking process was super easy, and I was able to choose some speciality drinks for a custom menu. The private room rental also included our own bartender, so we really don't have to leave the room at all! We pre-ordered some shared dips for the group, and then everyone was able to start a tab for any additional food or drinks. While we kept it pretty basic, they offered a lot of add-ons like decorations or a photo backdrop. I would 100% book an event here again! Especially for a group with kids, it was so nice to not have to worry about anything and having the kids confined to a single area, without having to worry about bothering others.

I went to have the special martini!! The Samoa. It was SO good!!!! Also with a friend that got a…read morebanana cream pie martini! It was also delicious!! This place really has the martini down! We got an order of poutine to share which was also amazing. The prices were also great. I will be back.

I haven't come here enough and should because it is a really lovely, classy bar/restaurant with…read moregreat food and drinks. The drinks are very creative and the food is upscale and modern with a wide selection of choices. The restaurant is only open for dinner hours Tuesday - Saturday, so make your plans. :)

Much cuter than i expected. When I think tavern, I think…read moredated and super casual but this neighborhood kitchen and bar was slightly more upscale. The lights were low, the dining room was cozy and it filled up fast. So, people really like this place. Don't arrive a second before 5pm bc you'll be waiting outside. We highly recommend a reservation. Service was timely and friendly. My drink was amazing. Highly recommend their cocktails. You can still enjoy classic tavern beers while watching the game at the bar. The food is what I have come to expect in Pittsburgh. It's never wow knock your socks off but it's good. I saw lots of people ordering the deviled eggs which I would try next time. I had the seafood special which was really good, filling. My daughter had a burger that she said was good. Highly recommend and we'll be back soon!

I stopped by for a friend's birthday celebration. She made a reservation for 12 people ahead of…read moretime and they gave us the long table in the back with the bench. I got an espresso martini which was a delight and an item off their dinner service menu. I originally asked for a bag of chips just to tide me over until dinner later and they said no and that I had to order from the dinner menu. The mushroom tartelette with the puff pastry was divine. I also convinced everyone to get the bread and butter from the dinner menu later when they all came and they loved it!

Delicious cocktails and I love the concept of canned fish. The ambiance of this space keeps you…read morethere for hours, locked in in conversation and enjoying the drinks and bites. Ever since being pregnant, this is the ONE place that makes me miss alcohol. I'll be back some day! But even while I'm on NA, I still have nothing but great things to say.