As the sign over the bar says, The Monk is the smallest licensed bar in Pennsylvania. Housed in The Priory hotel, itself a former monastery, it had previously served as a library and vault. It can comfortably--snugly, perhaps--seat 10 people. On a quiet Monday night, I had the space to myself. Hotel guests are allowed to bring their purchases to their rooms, but I loved sitting in the bar by myself (typing these words). I had a carajilo, a wonderful combination of cold brew coffee and rum (and as you can see, whipped cream). I'm not sure if I'll achieve any spiritual breakthroughs tonight, but my soul is at peace here.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Warren Apel
It’s the smallest bar in Pennsylvania, so just from that I needed to check it out. It’s also very convenient if you’re staying at the Priory hotel. A great selection of drinks and several interesting specialty cocktails. I love that the liquor bottles are stored in an old vault originally used for a document archive.
Atmosphere: 5
cody moore
Highly recommend visiting! Cool, quaint space with history and wonderful drinks. The best part is the bartender who provides superb service and wonderful company.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Bill Miller
This place is a hidden gem that we happened upon while sharing an evening with friends.It is a beautiful building with an even more fascinating history, all told and preserved by its resident historian and talented mixologist Mike.Don't cheat yourself, indulge!
Cheyenne Mineweaser
Michael is a great story teller and a wonderful bartender!
Jennifer Kirvan
Best kept secret in PGH. Wonderful mixologist, intimate bar, fancy lounge. The monktini was incredible.
Barbara Hall
Such a clever, well done, historical, smallest, greatest bar ever! Definitely worth stepping off the noisy street for a cocktail!
Robin Paisley
My husband and I live in Pittsburgh, but had a night away at the Priory. We stopped in at Monk's Bar, and what a treat. Micheal the bartender was nothing short of amazing. We each enjoyed a newly created pumpkin cocktail, which was delicious, and on our second round, my husband tried the monktini, which he loved, and I got to be a Guinea pig for a new cocktail that Micheal was developing. It was a s'mores cocktail, and came with a side of 3 s'mores. The best and most fun part was roasting the marshmallows over a candle at our table. we had a great evening and really enjoyed our time here.
Benja Kasemsap
We discovered another one of Pittsburgh’s Northside gems tonight. Great cocktail menu, cozy atmosphere, and excellent service. Thank you, Rachel!
Terry Crescimanno
The smallest bar in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is found in The Priory Hotel on Pittsburgh's North Side. Rachel is a great bartender. Try a Monktini!
As the sign over the bar says, The Monk is the smallest licensed bar in Pennsylvania. Housed in The Priory hotel, itself a former monastery, it had previously served as a library and vault. It can comfortably--snugly, perhaps--seat 10 people. On a quiet Monday night, I had the space to myself. Hotel guests are allowed to bring their purchases to their rooms, but I loved sitting in the bar by myself (typing these words). I had a carajilo, a wonderful combination of cold brew coffee and rum (and as you can see, whipped cream). I'm not sure if I'll achieve any spiritual breakthroughs tonight, but my soul is at peace here.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
It’s the smallest bar in Pennsylvania, so just from that I needed to check it out. It’s also very convenient if you’re staying at the Priory hotel. A great selection of drinks and several interesting specialty cocktails. I love that the liquor bottles are stored in an old vault originally used for a document archive.
Atmosphere: 5
Highly recommend visiting! Cool, quaint space with history and wonderful drinks. The best part is the bartender who provides superb service and wonderful company.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This place is a hidden gem that we happened upon while sharing an evening with friends.It is a beautiful building with an even more fascinating history, all told and preserved by its resident historian and talented mixologist Mike.Don't cheat yourself, indulge!
Michael is a great story teller and a wonderful bartender!
Best kept secret in PGH. Wonderful mixologist, intimate bar, fancy lounge. The monktini was incredible.
Such a clever, well done, historical, smallest, greatest bar ever! Definitely worth stepping off the noisy street for a cocktail!
My husband and I live in Pittsburgh, but had a night away at the Priory. We stopped in at Monk's Bar, and what a treat. Micheal the bartender was nothing short of amazing. We each enjoyed a newly created pumpkin cocktail, which was delicious, and on our second round, my husband tried the monktini, which he loved, and I got to be a Guinea pig for a new cocktail that Micheal was developing. It was a s'mores cocktail, and came with a side of 3 s'mores. The best and most fun part was roasting the marshmallows over a candle at our table. we had a great evening and really enjoyed our time here.
We discovered another one of Pittsburgh’s Northside gems tonight. Great cocktail menu, cozy atmosphere, and excellent service. Thank you, Rachel!
The smallest bar in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is found in The Priory Hotel on Pittsburgh's North Side. Rachel is a great bartender. Try a Monktini!
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Smallest bar in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (apparently).
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