Shale's Cafe
$ • Bars, Pubs, Sports Bars
Hours:
1208 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh
(412) 391-2949
About Shale's Cafe
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Hours
| Monday | 3PM - 2AM |
| Tuesday | 3PM - 2AM |
| Wednesday | 3PM - 2AM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 2AM |
| Friday | 4PM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 9AM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 2AM |
Shale's Cafe is a friendly and lively local spot perfect for hanging out before or after events like a Pens game or a Bruce Springsteen concert. It offers a variety of drink options at decent prices, with beers costing $4 each. The café has both upstairs and downstairs bars, a gaming room, and an outdoor patio, creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Despite being a small, hole-in-the-wall place with limited seats, it is always busy and feels like part of the neighborhood. The staff is known for being friendly, and the place has a welcoming vibe. In the past, food was served, including excellent double cheeseburgers cooked on an outdoor grill, but currently, food service is not available. Shale's Cafe remains a popular, fun destination near PPG Arena.