37 Best Dive Bars near Avalon

Carline Cafe Bar • $
109 California Ave, Pittsburgh

“Stopped in this place because our dad used to work here a long time ago! He was a bartender here and a customer! He passed away in 2000 but I love that it’s still here since he spent a lot of time here!“

4.1 Good19 Reviews
Cousins Lounge Bar • $
203 Grant Ave, Millvale - 5.29 miles

“Great bar, especially on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday nights“

4.9 Superb40 Reviews
Gene's Place Bar • $
3616 Louisa St, Pittsburgh - 7.24 miles

“Favorite traditional after work Pittsburgh neighborhood bar....add some of Pitt's best and brightest, a lot of fun.....Trivia nites on Wednesday are entertaining as the crowd is generally younger and the kids have a unique sense of humor....“

4.8 Superb37 Reviews
The Warren Bar & Burrow Cocktail Bar • $$
245 7th St, Pittsburgh - 5.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsudon Rice Bowl
Chicken and Waffles
Bao with Pork Belly
Spicy Senorita Roll
Buffalo Cauliflower
Pretty Girl Roll
Crab Rangoon Dip
Fried Cauliflower
Habanero Wings
Chicken Wings

“Great food and drink! Had the best burger and watermelon mimosa! staff was super friendly!“

4.6 Superb138 Reviews
Gooski's Bar • $
3117 Brereton St, Pittsburgh - 6.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Honey Cajun Wings
Chicken Tenders
Butter Pierogi
French Fries
Chicken Wings
Pierogies

“Dive dive dive. Perfect dive bar feel. Jukebox was old and lovely with great options. Bars in a pretty residential area. Smoking inside, beers in cans and seating in the front window. It’s very divey, beer and cig vibes. Pool table in the back, bartender was an older chill guy with a badass attitude.“

4.6 Superb67 Reviews
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Bar 11

Bar 11 Bar • $
1101 Bradish St, Pittsburgh - 6.61 miles

“Great bar and awesome staff! Fun, different, and super welcoming — really a bar for everyone. Drinks are made with fresh-squeezed orange and lime juice, which is such a nice touch. Good mix of music and a great vibe overall. My sisters and I were visiting Pittsburgh for the first time and ended up here two nights in a row. We would’ve gone the third night, but it was Sunday and they were closed. Total hidden gem!“

4.6 Superb39 Reviews
Kelly's Korner Irish Pub • $
285 45th St, Pittsburgh - 6.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Salad
Nachos with Cheese
Jalepeno Poppers
Chicken Fingers
Cheese Sticks
Fish Sandwich
Nachos Grande
Curly Fries
Onion Rings

“If you're looking for a great neighborhood bar, it's tough to beat Kelly's. The bartenders and owner are very friendly and the prices are reasonable. There are a lot of local regulars who welcome less frequent visitors like myself. If there's a Pittsburgh sporting event, you can be sure that it will be on the TVs. While I haven't eaten there, I've heard good things about the food.“

4.7 Superb23 Reviews
Lou's Little Corner Bar Bar • $
4924 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh - 7.04 miles

“Great people great place and even better bloody Mary's“

4.6 Superb27 Reviews
Pope's Place Bar • $
3055 Brereton St, Pittsburgh - 6.07 miles

“Great neighborhood joint. Smoking allowed, cigars are welcome. Try the meatballs! Delicious. Great place to watch a game, with several big screen tv’s. Host Francis Pope will make sure you enjoy your evening.“

4.9 Superb9 Reviews
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Theme

Theme Bar • $
15 Dewalt Ave #15, Pittsburgh - 10.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

Steak & Bacon Club
Chicken Parmesan
Buffalo Chicken
Cheeseburger
Corned Beef
Hamburger

“Just started going to the Theme a couple of weeks ago. We were looking for a change of pace and more for our money. The Theme did not disappoint, great drink specials & daily specials. Food is great especially the sandwiches and pizza.“

4.5 Superb46 Reviews
Condrin Tavern Bar • $
4501 Torley St, Pittsburgh - 6.64 miles
4.8 Superb10 Reviews
Fodi's Tavern Bar • $
1021 Mt Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh - 5.8 miles

“I luv The Vibe. And, Vicky has the cleanest glass on the Boulevard... Book It, Dano“

4.8 Superb8 Reviews
Garvey's Bar • $
41 Sterling St, Pittsburgh - 7.29 miles

“Garvey's is a fantastic place nestled in Southside slopes.We stumbled upon when we were walking from the slopes to the flats. Bartender James was a lot of fun. They don't serve food but you can order in. I showed up with my whole football crew and we brought snacks and sandwiches. Felt just like tailgate! They have a fun bowling game in the back room. We also bought Garvey's Tshirts and hoodies. What a blast“

4.7 Superb10 Reviews
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Remedy

Remedy Bar & Grill • $
5121 Butler St, Pittsburgh - 6.09 miles

“Chill place! Cool bartender ! Cheap drinks!“

4.5 Superb28 Reviews
B & J Bar & Grille Chicken Wings • $
2506 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh - 7.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Wings
Potato Skins
Fries

“Good food, strong drinks and awesome staff what more could you ask for. Weekends tend to get busy“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
Rudy's Bar Bar • $
107 Island Ave, McKees Rocks - 2.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Pickle Spears with Ranch
Ham Sandwich

“Its a cool local joint? Definitely a place to go before shows at @Roxian!“

4.4 Superb39 Reviews
White Eagle Bar • $
2300 E Carson St, Pittsburgh - 7.07 miles

“Great prices for the beer and they have the coolest staff and a pool table in the back! Definitely one of my new favorites!“

4.4 Superb35 Reviews
Norwood Inn Inc Bar • $$
184 McCoy Rd, McKees Rocks - 1.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fish Sandwich
4.4 Superb14 Reviews
Take A Break Too Bar Bar • $
362 Helen St #2716, McKees Rocks - 1.81 miles

“Where have I been? Came here t on a Thursday night after work and will definitely be coming back next week. Dave is a Rockstar! Lo ed him! 5 out of 5 stars! Highly recommend!“

5 Superb1 Reviews
Red & Irene's Tavern Bar • $
136 S 20th St, Pittsburgh - 6.19 miles
4.3 Superb7 Reviews
Slapshots Bar & Grill • $
2999 W Liberty Ave #1, Pittsburgh - 7.63 miles

“Bar itself is great. Some really nice people at any given time as well. But all that goes from a 5 star experience to a zero whenever the ego maniac Julia happens to be working. She is a very toxic and demanding person hell bent on iron rule. She is the epitome of an overbearing, drama loving wannabe diva. Skip Mondays and Sundays and turn around any other day she happens to be filling in.“

4.3 Superb27 Reviews
Jackman Inn Bar • $
918 Jackman Ave #2808, Pittsburgh - 0.33 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
Hot Garlic Parmesan Wings
Gouda Cheese Burger
Fries with Cheese
Burger and Fries
Classic Burger

“great place to see old friends“

4.3 Superb53 Reviews
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Lefty's

Lefty's Bar • $
2021 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh - 5.58 miles

Customers` Favorites

Peach Crown Royal Corona \u0026 Crown with Coke
Peach Crown Royal Corona & Crown with Coke
Ciroc Punch Corona & Mango Ciroc
Coors Light and Lucky Charms

“One of the best most iconic bars in the city. There is so much heart and soul in this bar you can feel it from the moment you walk in. Super diverse crowd where everyone is your best friend. I heard they are closing down tho and being forced out of the strip, that's a shame. Mark my words the strip district will start to die when Lefty's gets pushed out, it will never be the same again.“

4.3 Superb75 Reviews
Jack's Bar Bar • $
1117 E Carson St, Pittsburgh - 6.55 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
The Turkey Wrap

“This place deserves to be on the Mt. Rushmore of dive bars. Awful cheap beer selection? Check. Home-made art? Check. Clouds of cigar smoke? Check. Diverse bunch of day drinkers? Check. Booze prices on the bottles in Sharpie? Check. Spotless, graffiti free bathrooms? Check. This place is heavenly.“

4.3 Superb97 Reviews
Jekyl & Hyde - Pittsburgh's Halloween Bar Bar • $
140 S 18th St, Pittsburgh - 6.86 miles

Customers` Favorites

Jag-O-Lantern Jekyl \u0026 Hyde Signature
Jag-O-Lantern Jekyl & Hyde Signature
Grim Reaper
White Magic
Black Magic
Coffin Club
Jose Cuervo
Pumpkin Head
True Blood
Scarecrow

“Lots of great memories at this local Halloween haunt!“

4.3 Superb105 Reviews
Rock Room Bar & Grill • $
1054 Herron Ave, Pittsburgh - 6.21 miles

Customers` Favorites

Wing Basket

“Down and dirty. Liquor in plastic bottles. Graffiti on every inch of the bathroom. Respectable beer selection, and a great pinball room. There is a heavy 'locals only' vibe, so behave yourself. Don't ask for an espresso martini. Don't ask for a Cosmo. Do bring quarters so you don't have to bother the bartender for them. Pretty sure you can still smoke here. Bourdain would have felt right at home.“

4.2 Good41 Reviews
Dee's Cafe Bar • $
1314 E Carson St, Pittsburgh - 6.62 miles

“I don't like telling people how great this place is bc I don't want all of those Jagoffs in my seat!!“

4.2 Good64 Reviews
Dive Bar & Grille Bar & Grill • $
5147 Butler St, Pittsburgh - 6.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Alabama Slammer Burger
Smothered Burger
Thai Beef Salad
Fried Mushrooms
Zucchini Fries
Fried Pickles
Hummus Plate
Quesadillas
Tater Tots
Poutine-Ish

“Wonderful time with friends, very enjoyable! The food was terrific and so was our amazing waitress Chloe Elizabeth! Most impressed with her kind hearted disposition and attention to our needs! See you soon, thanks!🍺“

4.2 Good97 Reviews
Brewski's Bar • $
801 E Carson St, Pittsburgh - 6.41 miles

“Down and dirty. Shots poured in plastic condiment cups. Graffiti on (literally) every surface. It's cheap. Decent drafts. It doesn't smell, which is frankly surprising. I get the impression it gets pretty rowdy at night, just by the evidence. I also get the impression staff doesn't put up with any hassle.This isn't exactly a place for a first date, but it's kind of cozy in it's own weird way.“

4 Good25 Reviews
Bootleggers Bar • $
403 Semple St, Pittsburgh - 7.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Domestic Drafts

“Great local neighborhood bar. Must go for wing night! We live about 30 minutes away and will gladly drive down for food and drinks on a Thursday. One thing to note, food is only served on wing night, but there are several good places on the same street! Gets a bit busy when college is in, but still fun!“

4 Good34 Reviews
Sloppy Joe's Bar • $
217 Shiloh St, Pittsburgh - 5.83 miles

“So much fun!!!! Always have a blast here!!“

4 Good46 Reviews
Sidelines Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
621 Evergreen Ave, Pittsburgh - 5.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot Pretzel with Honey Mustard
Garlic Parm Fries
Hot Garlic Wings
Fresh Cut Fries
Chicken Wings
Boneless Wings
French Fries
Pierogi

“Went for trivia with some friends. The boneless wings (yes I’m a boneless guy) might have been the best I’ve ever had - not just glorified chicken nuggets like most places serve. The blackberry bbq sauce was awesome. I’m sure I’ll be back!“

4 Good103 Reviews
Take A Break Bar Bar • $
3825 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh - 6.15 miles

Customers` Favorites

Yuengling

“Where have I been? Came here t on a Thursday night after work and will definitely be coming back next week. Dave is a Rockstar! Lo ed him! 5 out of 5 stars! Highly recommend!“

3.9 Good54 Reviews
Dive Bar & Grille (North Hills) Bar & Grill • $
3385 Babcock Blvd, Ross - 3.44 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake
Southern Comfort Quesadilla
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Alabama Slammer Burger
Crab Cake Sandwich
Fajita Quesadilla
Pittsburgh Nachos
Pretzel Sticks
Hometown Salad
Fried Pickles

“Great vibe, good music, cool folks.“

4 Good134 Reviews
Hemingway's Cafe Bar • $
3911 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh - 7.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Pulled Pork Fries
Chicken Fingers
Chicken Tenders
Pulled Pork
Tater Tots
Pierogies
Burger
Wrap

“Nice spot in Oakland. Fun college bar.“

3.5 Good75 Reviews
Belvedere’s Ultra-Dive Dive Bar • $
4016 Butler St, Pittsburgh - 5.99 miles

“Bar is cash only, but there is an ATM.
Drinks are a typical price for an inner city bar.
I didnt get anything to eat, so I cant comment, but I imagine is typical bar food.
Free water was a very nice courtesy due to the heat.
Atmosphere is good, very LGBTQIA+ friendly, so if thats not your vibe, stay out.“

3.5 Good91 Reviews
Yesterday's Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
501 Greenfield Ave, Pittsburgh - 8.39 miles

“chrissy is the best she makes sure her guest are happy and satisfied her food is really good and she's accommodating if in the area and she's open stop in you'll be hooked ♥️ tell her Nicole sent you 💎“

3 Average41 Reviews