50 Best Cocktail Bars near Mccandless

“Friendly staff and great atmosphere“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“I don’t get wowed often but this place is worth every penny. We got the cheapest bread you could buy and steak tar tar to start, both were great, then we shared 2 large entrees - the rainbow trout and the chicken, both were 10/10, probably the most perfectly cooked fish I’ve ever had in my life and again I don’t get wowed often. This is by far now our favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh to go to, hands down a PREMIERE spot to eat.“

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

“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!“

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

“We enjoyed our first visit to The Forge. Julia and Abby provided great service and the food options were excellent and in line with our expectations. We had the drunken mushrooms, a chicken souvlaki dish and a Margherita Pizza....more than enough for 2 as dinner. The service was great, atmosphere enjoyable and food was very good. Bonus...you can park in the parking lot next door for free....great feature for Lawrenceville. Wine list is limited...but our chardonnay was acceptable (an upgrade would be nice). We will return with family and friends. We are told weekend are busy but our Wednesday night was quiet and enjoyable.“

“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!“

“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!“

“Awesome food and atmosphere“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Hysyde is a good time! Food is good. Drinks are good. Bartenders are attentive...and the music sets a good tone. I haven't been out in a while and I had a great time.“

“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.“

“Delicious!! Everything from the espresso martini to the Steak Frites and finished off with the desserts, was top notch and absolutely delicious. Great service and atmosphere.“

“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.“

“We stopped for lunch today and had a GREAT experience! Very clean cool atmosphere and friendly staff! I would recommend going here for lunch or dinner and I see they have a breakfast menu!!! We will be back!💕“

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

“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!“

“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 😂“

“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!“

“Absolutely loved my stop into Nine Two Five with Matt & JJ. Tried both of their specialty cocktails and an Over/Under which is a great Underberg experience.
JJ’s cocktail (Loretta) was new-age whiskey with lavender, ginger, and egg whites…enjoyed!
Matt’s was a tiki cocktail (3 dots & a dash) that I was vaguely familiar with, and tasted great! Matt had a lot of beer experience that I was able to ask about. Great spot! More people need to go and enjoy the offerings!
JJ & Matt know what they’re doing and if something on the menu doesn’t seem to fit what you’re looking for, please ask as it seems they know how to make it work!!“

“Friendly staff and great atmosphere“

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

“Threw a last minute gathering at Mamacitas in their private room and it was perfect!! The atmosphere was amazing for our small girls gathering. They set the room up beautifully with some flower arrangements and table decorations. The staff was wonderful and attentive, but never intrusive. The food and drinks were constantly flowing. The room was much bigger than we needed and could have accommodated many more people, but also worked well for our small group and didn’t feel huge because of the decor and special touches. Food was wonderful as always. Highly recommend having an event here in the future!“

“Cannot recommend Penn Society enough for a wedding reception. Kelly and Leonard were so relaxed to work with, were extremely organized, and made sure my husband and I’s reception was everything we wanted. The drinks were top notch, best cocktails in the city. The vibe is perfect, the food was excellent. Your guests will leave happy, and you’ll leave having paid a fraction of the cost of some of the bigger venues in the city for a more personalized event with better music, and better drinks by a MILE.“

“Great cigar club to relax and enjoy yourself! Good drinks, music and vibe!“

“🌟 A Sushi Delight in Downtown Pittsburgh! 🌟 If you’re a sushi lover, you absolutely must try the Spider Roll at Luke Wholey’s Wild Alaskan Grille. This incredible roll is a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Imagine biting into a perfectly crispy USDA soft shell crab, complemented by the fresh crunch of asparagus and cucumber, the creamy richness of avocado, and the delightful pop of masago. This roll is huge and too big for our chopstick skills, so we used our fingers! Each piece is generously topped with a luscious combination of eel sauce, spicy sauce, and a sprinkle of scallions, adding a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. For just $19, you get 10 pieces of this culinary masterpiece, making it not only a delicious treat but also a fantastic value. Whether you’re a sushi aficionado or just looking to try something new, the Spider Roll at Luke Wholey’s is a must-try experience in the heart of Pittsburgh. 🍣✨“

“Had come in for the first time after exploring Lawrenceville, their Caesar salad & fries just went very well together. There were TVs also if you wanted to catch a sporting event like the Winter Olympics; definitely stopping by again soon 🥗“

“I can’t say enough great things about this place! They invited our specials needs kiddos in and not only made us the most wonderful, delicious pizzas but it was all on the house! They treated the kids so well! Highly recommend this place to everyone!! Thank you so much for donating lunch to us! The kids absolutely loved it!“

“Great food and kind staff!“

“Celebrating National Pizza Day“

“Been to Italian Village Pizza several times! The pizza made by Joe is amazing! All employees are attentive and courteous. Servers Elizabeth and Rachael are top notch! Love going when they have live music nights! Fresh Italian food!“

“Great vibe, good music, cool folks.“

“As a celiac, it’s hard for me to find a place where I feel comfortable eating and can eat “normal”. Our meal last night checked both boxes! Chris was amazing and put me at ease. The food was delicious, and I loved all the flavors in the grapple burger! Thanks for being so good to the gluten free community!“

“Stopped in after a visit to the zoo with a couple of friends and tried the Smokestack sandwich with fries. Was excellent, and will certainly go back again for more!“

“My friend and I were on road trip .. stopped in at lunch time . The chicken tenders my friend had .. and the fried chicken sandwich I got was outstanding . Fries are good and hot . Drinks were excellent. Was prolly a one time stop as we were in our way home from Atlantic City … but if any one needs a place for lunch this is the place !“

“We celebrated my parents 50th anniversary here and it was perfect. The staff were friendly, accommodating and kept everything moving along easily. The food was delicious and they provided everything for the cake we brought. The building is an interesting space and I will have to come back and play some pinball. definitely a great space in the area“

“The tri tip steak is amazing! I loved the asparagus, too!“

“Rachel was our waitress. She was awesome. It was busy and she didn't skip a beat. Food was delicious. Here on vacation from Michigan. Thank you.“

“Over Eden hosted an incredible surprise 30th birthday party for me last night. The food and drinks were incredible and so reasonably priced for the amazing atmosphere that was provided. Our server Cody was so attentive and friendly, patiently took photos and made sure all of our guests needs were met. I tried tastes of the Cajun fries, artichoke spinach dip with pita, calamari and friend shrimp (LOVED the shrimp so fresh), pierogis (if you get angry when ordering them at other restaurants and being handed mrs ts these are perfect home made pillows for you), and the Korean short rib. This was the best birthday of my life and highly attributed by this venue and their staff.“

“The view was beautiful. The atmosphere was also great! You can either make it a cute fancy date night like we did or you can just got for a casual outing. It did not appear to have a dress code. All of the food we got was great from the mocktail down to the dessert.“

“This is the most under rated restaurant in Pittsburgh. I've noticed over the years a ton of chefs have been in and out of here but whoever is there now is absolutely killing it. We go weekly, sometimes more if there is a good event at Stage AE. Service is usually really good but the food is really good. Lots of great flavor combinations. Southwest Salad is a favorite as well as the Gnocchi, Short Rib and Salmon. That salmon is other worldly. I can't wait to see what the future brings!“