50 Best Bar & Grill near Swissvale

“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.“

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

“My wife's grandparents are from the hill country of Lebanon, and her "Sittee" made phenomenal food. I haven't had anything even close to her cooking until I went to Babylon. Friendly, courteous owner and staff, great service, and food that is out of this world. What more could you want?“

“The staff was amazing. The management is amazing. Definitely the best place in Pittsburgh. Just go.“

“Jesse and Crew are fantastic and always on point for a great bite to eat ! #OrderTheEileen #BestPizza“

“Every time we have gone, the service and food was very good. Chipped beef sandwich is excellent. Staff is very friendly.“

“went here yesterday for the first time. we had a rather large party and our waitress was great, and even having to split the checks she was great. But the star of the show was the food. starting with the calamari and ending with an amazing grilled chicken Cesar wrap with squash. everything was wonderful. next time we come to the area we will be back.“

“Stick with the hamburgers!“

“We celebrated my husband's 50th birthday party at Shenanigans! The food, service, music and atmosphere was top notch! A great place to celebrate family and friends! Management was very accommodating and genuinely cared about our experience. Highly recommend!“

“A Heartfelt Reflection on Professionalism & Respect I believe in supporting local establishments and building community wherever I go. When I walk into a space, I come with kindness, respect, and the intention to simply enjoy good company and a welcoming atmosphere. Recently, I’ve experienced a shift in service that left me feeling uncomfortable and dismissed. What once felt warm and inviting has become cold and unprofessional through eye-rolling, dismissive responses, and careless service. Respect should never depend on how often someone visits, who they are, or what they look like — professionalism is the standard, not the exception. As patrons, we notice the small things — tone, body language, and how we are treated when we walk through the door. Establishments should remember that every guest is observing, every interaction matters, and every moment reflects the character of the business. My hope is simple: that businesses remain mindful of how staff attitudes shape the entire experience. Because you never know who is sitting in your seats, and you never know who is quietly witnessing the level of professionalism being offered. Respect is remembered. Kindness is remembered. And so is the absence of both. let me add the food is delicious. I have no other reservations but for the one barmaid jess was my barmaid. February 7th time is 1:46 p.m.“

“We were there first time yesterday. Food,drinks and service was very good. Will definitely be back. Only negative comment is that the front steps handrails need to be replaced or repaired. I'm partially handicapped and had a tough time getting in and out.“

“Definitely recommend the smash burger.. awesome & the fries are great! Nice selection of draft beers and great service! I think her name is Theresa? We will be back!“

“Great spot for unique food options and they always have a large beer variety.“

“Great food, attentive service, decent prices.“

“Been going for years , food is good but the wait staff totally ignored you . Ok I can understand once in a while but it keeps getting worse. Last time I called my order in, got there and waited 1/2 hour before wait staff even acknowledged us , I tipped these ladies very good over the years and they treat you horrible , I refuse to go back and give my business, when they walk past you 8 times and do not acknowledge you, it took a customer to tell them to wait on us we have been sitting there a half hour. Really pathetic service I had enough…go down the street to blue haven and get great food and FANTASTIC SERVICE.“

“Visiting Pittsburgh over the weekend and couldn’t miss our Buckeyes vs TTUN. Mike’s Beer Bar was recommended, and it was hands down one of the best game day bar experiences we’ve ever had. The atmosphere was incredible, drink menu (both on tap and cans) showing a plethora of choices to satisfy anyone, and great food. The staff was second to none and very friendly as well. Already looking forward to our next visit!“

“Great food and fantastic friendly service. The place is immaculately clean, as well. I highly recommend Willow Station!“

“Consistently good service and food.“

“Very Nice place! Atmosphere was friendly and inviting with Great service! The food was Excellent and delivered quickly and piping hot. Everything our party of four ordered was delicious! The burger was juicy and grilled to perfection. The loaded fries had a remarkable homemade cheese sauce and fresh cooked bacon. The boneless chicken chunks were very fresh with mouth watering sauces of honey barbecue and Tai Sweet Chili. My husband said the Cajun Chicken Mac was the best he has ever had. We live in Ohio and found Nox's on the "googler" after visiting the training camp. We will surely be stopping here everytime we come to town!“

“I’ve loved Carls for 20 years!“

“Visiting from North Carolina and highly recommend this place for great food and atmosphere delivered by Carla and Tyler. I will be back.“

“The bartender working Thanksgiving Day 2025 (Jeff?) was so kind and helpful, we invented a drink together when I couldn’t settle on anything he’d typically serve. He even offered to go pick up ingredients that he didn’t have on hand.
Thank you very much!! Such a cozy vibe and perfect for this snowy weather. ❄️“

“Great Food and drinks! Really fun atmosphere.“

“Great Food and Atmosphere, Some Service Concerns I recently moved to the Braddock Hills area and was excited to revisit this spot, which used to be Folie’s a few years back. The food here is absolutely delicious, and it’s the perfect place to grab a bite, enjoy a margarita, and relax. That said, I’ve had a few experiences with a particular staff member that were concerning. While most of the team has been friendly and welcoming, However, barmaid (JESS who served me February the 7th around 1:49 p.m.) has been noticeably short and dismissive on a couple of occasions. For example, there were times when she rolled her eyes or responded curtly when I greeted her, even though previous visits had been pleasant. I even had an instance where my drink was placed at the very edge of the bar in a way that felt intentionally difficult. I did call to bring this to the manager’s attention to address it, no and she allegedly answered the phone as the manager, and to my experience the manager is a gentleman as well as the owner. I wanted to share it here as well. I’ve spoken with other patrons who’ve noted that her personality can sometimes affect the overall experience. While I understand everyone can have an off day, consistent professionalism and courtesy are essential in customer service, especially in a neighborhood gem like this one. Overall, I truly enjoy this restaurant—the food, ambiance, and most of the staff make it a wonderful place. I hope this feedback can help ensure all customers feel welcome and respected while maintaining the great atmosphere that makes this place special.You just never know who you're serving and your establishment 🌿 Community Advocate #nobulliesallowed“

“I’ve had countless Italian subs and the like over the years (which were all good) but I just tried the cheese steak for the first time yesterday. 🤤 It was amazing! Highly recommend giving the cheese steak a try!“

“Service was perfect. Food was good“

“Definitely the place to go if you are new to the area. Good people great food and cold drinks.“

“Was searching for new places to grab a pizza tonight and always meant to try you guys. The presentation of the pie was great and the texture and flavor floored us. Thanks so much and we’ll be back“

“Had the Ruben sandwich 🥪 with fresh cut fries! poppers were good! my fiance had Italian hoagie with homemade chips! Everything was delicious. friendly service. we will be back! cook did awesome!“

“Great food and great atmosphere!“

“Laid back on a regular night, great drinks and food, the STARtenders are Amazing, the security is nice , loads of fun when a party is scheduled . A place for historic South side residents can be social and enjoy each other!“

“Fun group of patrons . Various ages and types, a great place to have a few drinks and mingle with all. Available parking and great Service. No downside“

“what league do u Go by in the 5 and under“

“Aside from a ‘Wing Snafu’ where I ordered General Tso’s wings and received Buffalo… the food & drinks today (3/25/26) was all DELICIOUS…! General Tso’s cauliflauer, Chicken Nachos, Burgers, Salmon Wraps, wings…. Damn, ALL THAT… Was Delicious…! I just wish I lived closer TO THIS LOCATION..! And btw- the server/owner took my wings off the bill. If you’ve ever driven past this place and wondered how the food was… GO IN. You WILL NOT be disappointed. I’m sitting here, over an hour later, tasting those wings and wondering why I didn’t order some to go. ITS THAT GOOD…!“

“Delicious sandwich for lunch! Fast service!“

“best wings and sauce around !!!“

“My family stopped by on Saturday afternoon ordered a Pgh pizza and loaded fries. The Pizza was out of this world. The fries were fresh cut and delicious. Our server was Jodie and she was so friendly and efficient we never had to ask a refill on drinks. Most pleasant trip there ever.“

“I drove 45 minutes from the Hill District to Clairton to try LeeLee's chicken because I heard it was the best. The rumors were true! It was so yummy and although my order was incorrect, they quickly corrected it once notified. I was super pregnant, so the little things matter and the Sportsman got it right. ??

Vegetarian options: French fries

Kid-friendliness: Not for children“

“Great Vibe And A Fantastic Menu With Excellent Service !“

“My dad is Big John from shop 724 barbering co He loved your hoagies, everytime we get the cheesesteak we think of him. Amazing owners, amazing staff & amazing food. Thank you for being my dads friend We will continue to always support your business in honor of him.“

“One of the top spots for amazing food and drinks in Pittsburgh. Hal and his staff work really hard every day to bring the best service, food, and drinks to you.“

“the owner the people who go there the surrounding n Arlington for life“

“Stopped after our grandson's soccer game (we're from Somerset.) Not fans of chain restaurants, we always look for local restaurants and pubs. We're happy to have found Churchill Haus. It was GREAT!“

“Friendly and fun atmosphere- attentive staff and great food- more than ample portions - We were in town from the central Florida area for the Steelers / Ravens game and looking for a place to eat post game.. and we found you!😊 thank you!“

“Our first time in Pittsburgh visiting from St. Louis to watch some baseball. Food and atmosphere was amazing… Service was great. We highly recommend. Dre was the bartender and she was so good. The Pittsburgh cheesesteak was delicious.!“

“They went too high of a membership fee for what you get. Other than that, it's not a bad little place, most of the time. Despite the isolated incidents that have occurred there in the last few years to sully their reputation, it has a very relaxed atmosphere and cheap drinks. Wish a higher class of people frequented.“

“Service can be great depending on who you get. There's one male employee (gives hippie vibes) that can be rude and slow to serve. The bar itself is decorated in an interesting way and it's a nice place to relax and enjoy friends or watch sports.“

“Maxx is a handsome guy and a fantastic bartender keep the good work up make me proud of u you take after your Grandfather he was a good bartender to.“