50 Best Cocktail Bars near Braddock

“…… you should have to pass a sanity test before you are allowed to leave a review because being barred from fairways is pretty mf hard to accomplish but if it’s said it’s meant and it’s always for a reason but it’s okay stay mad my man this is for sure how you get back in 😂“

“What a cool place! Thanks for hosting our Robert Burns Night!“

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

“Outstanding pizza and service“

“Great place. Good beer selection as well as bourbon. The fries are phenomenal. Top 3 I've probably ever had. We'll return just for that reason alone but want to try more of their food next time. Wife loved her cocktails and said how fresh they tasted. Note, no TVs if you planned to watch the game, FYI.“

“Super fun and welcoming atmosphere!! Everyone is lovely, the cocktails are creative and delicious, the food is great, AND the patio out back is awesome!“

“BRIAN!!!!

Definitely a great, charismatic guy. He righted every wrong I’ve ever felt (today).
He is very well educated in mixing spirits. Every drink was excellent. His personality was super authentic. We connected right away. But then dranksssssss were top tier. He’s a master at his craft.“

“We got to sit in the small igloo tents, which with the little heater, made it cozy with the 4 of us. We stopped for the cool drinks we saw posted for them and they were tasty! The charcuterie board was delicious and a perfect pairing for the drinks! Our friends saw our videos and pictures and it's now a spot they want to visit. Definitely reccomend for those insta-worthy drinks!“

“A new experience for our group. Took the plunge and got 3 grappa's, but couldn't tell you anything about one over another, except they definitely are 10/10 on the hard core scale. Regardless, cozy spot with our the door wine for sister restaurant around the corner.“

“Best cocktails in the city- strong and classic. Love the daily drink specials and the jukebox. Super cool and nice bartenders who really make the experience great. A really good place to drink by yourself or with a friend since it's laid back“

“What a cool place. You would never know this place is here if it wasn’t for a friend telling you or Google searching. It’s a hidden gem. Drinks were delicious, bartender was super nice and easy going. Great atmosphere. Now if they only had someone playing a light guitar it was top it off.“

“Con Alma Downtown Pittsburgh is one of a kind! The last jazz club in the city, and it keeps the spirit alive. The incredible Tony Campbell led the band the night we went, and the energy was electric. Tuesday nights are jam sessions, and the place gets packed for a good reason. What blew me away is that the band actually lets people from the audience join in. If you bring an instrument and want to perform, they’ll give you the stage. Where else can you play in front of professionals and a live crowd? That’s rare, and it makes the night unforgettable. This was a surprise date night from my husband, and the vibe was everything! Intimate, soulful, and alive. The tofu dish sealed it for me, perfectly prepared and full of flavor. Con Alma isn’t just dinner. It’s culture, community, and connection. Highly recommend if you want an authentic jazz experience you can’t find anywhere else in Pittsburgh. 🥰“

“Very delicious food every time‼️ Never disappointed...treat us like family no matter when we go their. Hometown bar nothing fancy...but we love it‼️“

“Easily my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. My go to meals there are consistently the same every time. Excellent food and great service, which is hard to find anymore. Eat the best and f**k the rest. Streets On Carson baby!! ❤️🤤“

“...simply, absolutely amazing. You know what the buzz is about...“

“What a sweet place to have a delightful meal! Emerson's is on the second floor, so if you're seated by the windows, you get a nice view of downtown that is really beautiful at night. There is a nice sized bar and a comfy fireplace spot as well. Our server was AWESOME! She was so knowledgable and sweet, and she KNEW we'd be addicted to the fried olives (I'm thinking about going back today just to get them again haha). Crab cakes were tremendous, and the pork chop came with a really great sage-y stuffing. The chocolate cake, which our server said was like as if a Fererro Rocher was a cake, was AMAZING. Cocktails were inventive and delicious, and the "bartender's pick" was a sweet surprise, too!“

“As long as you answer with respect you will receive it back. If you answer with the attitude don't be upset if that's what you get back. This place is so chill and laid back bartenders are cool the food is good security is cool but does his job“

“It’s a nice place to get a drink. Great dive bar! And the bartenders were friendly. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy tho. Drinks were pretty cheap! I wouldn’t go out of my way to visit this bar but if I’m in the area I would definitely stop in again.“

“We had the best time here recently!! Food, staff, drinks, all amazing. The courses were fun and they kept things moving smoothly, very organized. We will definitely be back!“

“One of my favorite spots, great service and the oysters are always amazing!“

“Here in Pittsburgh for the weekend from Atlanta, Fet Fisk was high on the itinerary. They knocked it out of the park! Everyone was dressed for Halloween. Riley was our server and he was a gem. Attentive without being overbearing. The drinks were lovely. The pate was delicious to start, as was the caviar. The chantrelle mushrooms with the lignonberries? So savory and incredible. Now the standouts.. the rainbow trout and spaetzle. UH-MAZING! The espresso gin and tonic? Killer.

Overall, 20/10 stars! Thanks everyone!“

“The Forge is a staple for us for date nights and special occasions. They consistently update the menu with new food and drink items that make us excited to return, while keeping some favorites that have been there since the restaurant opened. The ambiance and decor are classy yet fun, definitely instagrammable. The staff is very knowledgable, attentive, and warm. Can't wait to see their future food and cocktail creations.“

“Absolutely delicious! Everything from the cocktails to the food and atmosphere is perfect!“

“One of our top 5 restaurants in our decades of eating out! Inventive, unique, and well crafted cocktails to the Porchetta and Crab Trophie to the amazing Creme Brulee and affagato...All top notch! These chefs know what they are doing!!! Unfortunately, they aren't open on Sundays when we are normally in town otherwise we'd be here monthly!“

“Always delicious! Meghan and Barry where awesome servers and the food was top notch!“

“Had lunch today at Primos and WOW! The Ahbundogas soup 🍜 is the best we’ve ever had. Four large meatballs that alone taste 👅 flavorful. come with rice and portion was great. even a little to take home for later. definitely coming back!“

“Big open airy restaurant inside the hotel. Wonderful views of the river and downtown Pittsburgh. Angel was such a big help. Got to us with water and a wine/cocktail menu right away. The red blend and Big Electric Chair came quickly. Gave us time to enjoy the drinks and then came back for the order. Obviously the short ribs sucked. So bad I had to eat all of them so the chef would not be disappointed. I almost got a bite of the crème brûlée that my wife ordered. Thanks again Angel!“

“Hemlock House describes itself as serving "irreverent food," and they aren't kidding. I came in expecting a burger, but I stayed for the Frog Legs—the gochujang brown butter buffalo sauce is an absolute game changer. If you are looking for boring bar food, go elsewhere. Here, you have to try the Beef Tartare; the quality of the Snake River Farms beef really shines, and the soy cured yolk adds such a rich texture. For the main event, the Duck Burger is a must-order. The combination of a duck and beef fat patty with luxardo cherries and boursin cheese sounded crazy on paper, but it was incredible. This place is a culinary hidden gem.“

“This is one of our new favorite go-to places when we're hanging out on Butler. The drinks are absolutely fantastic (and I'm particular when I'm out). We love experimenting with their different specials. And the food is out of this world. Plus, the atmosphere is perfect for conversation!“

“One of our absolute favorites. Great, creative margaritas and awesome food, either dine in or take out!“

“Awesome food and atmosphere“

“Spirit books some great shows, usually a lot of up-and-coming bands or rave-esque that can't be missed. Pizza is great. The queue gets tedious sometimes; there's been a couple of shows where I've still been waiting to get in while the opener starts. Not sure what the deal is there.“

“We went to G’s for our anniversary and it was an absolutely delightful experience. Great quiet and cozy atmosphere, stellar service, and incredible food and drinks. Every dish was full of flavor and the textures were all beautifully done. Even the bread basket was amazing with maple butter. It felt like a 5 star dining experience for a reasonable person. Excited to go back again soon.“

“What a lovely find! We stopped by Monday night before a birthday dinner. The server did a fantastic job matching our palates to unique, well-balanced cocktails. I appreciate he then explained each drink's ingredients to us. The food menu is limited, but includes some great basic bar snacks like labneh and olives. Thank you for the great service (unfortunately missed our server/bartender's name!). Hope to return next time we're back in Pittsburgh.“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great place for large groups, cool seating options. Pizza and wine nights are great but all food is delicious!“

“Such an iconic Pittsburgh bar. Always something going on here, especially live music. Had the smoked wings which were a 10/10. The bartenders are awesome. There's a TV mounted on the wall so the people at the bar can watch the show, nice. Had a blast. Place was packed. Also, the biggest urinal in Pennsylvania.“

“The assistant manager Gabriel is the most kind and caring man; he exceeds expectations of a restaurant manager by a long shot! This modern Mexican restaurant showboats Mexican pride, while having more than reasonable prices. Food was cooked perfectly and quickly, it felt like we just ordered. I cannot recommend this place enough; the delicious margaritas are an added bonus too. Nothing but positive vibes over here! Huge shout out to our server Fran for being so great with my toddler! He went the extra mile engaging with my child, to the point of my son smiling and giggling every time he came back.“

“Good food… no, great food and awesome drinks. I love Mexican food and this hit the spot!“

“Cool for breakfast. Great location and atmosphere.“

“Great atmosphere, very friendly workers and great food!!“

“I recently rented out the goldmark for my 30th birthday and it was nothing short of awesome!! The bartenders, Jill and Lindsay, were so kind, attentive and helpful!! The drinks were amazing, the DJ was great (Dr. Dap), the location was top notch, the atmosphere was a total vibe. The communication with the owners on what we needed, when we needed it, any helpful tips, was all phenomenal. I would highly recommend!! THANK YOU!“

“I came here with my dad and got the chicken piccata, which was delicious! It was served with assorted vegetables which I actually liked versus the pasta. We will be back!“

“A hidden gem. A perfect speakeasy vibe with the best cocktails I’ve had in Pittsburgh.

Cannot recommend enough. I tried the tempting fate with Espresso Martini styles - and that Tequila drink that cam from the bar was absolutely fire. So much so my friend ordered the exact same one for our seconds 😂“

“Food is amazing . Staff is friendly .“

“Great place, great atmosphere, great bartenders, great tunes. Highly recommend.“

“best lil pinball cocktail lounge dance floor in da 'burgh! 🖤“

“Part of me wants this place to stay a secret because of how extremely chill, welcoming, and perfect it is. (Just kidding, I want them to super succeed, you should visit!)

But for real, all the cocktails and food have been fantastic every visit. I’ve had one of the best seasonal eggnog cocktails I’ve ever had here. The staff has been lovely too, highly recommend!“

“Had dinner before a theatre show last night. Service was amazing. I had the Golden Hour and my daughter had a lavender lemon drop, both so delicious. The beet salad and the lobster Mac and cheese were phenomenal. We ordered fried green tomatoes as an app. It has a corn meal breading we didn’t love, so we only had 1 and didn’t want to box it. Our server removed it from bill and sent the manager over without us asking, (which I wouldn’t have) it just wasn’t our favorite. The attention to their customers was noticeable during our entire meal!“