Once again , it ’s that meter of the twelvemonth where all anyone require to do is break down into a kiddy consortium full of tequila and margarita mix . If that sounds a bit effete for your predilection , we ’ve make the next beneficial thing : Prepare yourself for endless nights of Methedrine - inhuman cocktail atop some of Pittsburgh ’s finest rooftop .
Il Tetto
With a glass retractable roof in the heart of Downtown ( meaning , this bar ’s capable even in the coldest depths of wintertime ) , Il Tetto ’s atmosphere and thought of the overarching visible horizon is hard to beat . Somehow , beer from the bar’simpressive draught listtastes even better when you ’re surrounded by skyscrapers . Along with the brew and full bar , Il Tetto also has classy snackage , like an artisanal high mallow plate and beef tartare . If you ’re front to shanghai an out - of - towner , here ’s where to do it . Do n’t draw a blank to tell them the literal translation of the place you ’re at is " the roof . "
Biergarten
Biergarten sits at the top of Hotel Monaco ’s ninth floor , produce it the tallest rooftop bar in the metropolis . proficient crowd control uphold the space ’s low - cardinal but playful vibration ( have you play colossus Jenga yet ? ) , making it easy to drop a whole evening swigging European beer and exhaust enormous pretzel & sausages here .
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A plow roof provides the perfect rooftop perch to watch the happen crossroad of Highland and Centre . Order up a juicy hamburger ( go for the Shrooms burger , it ’s one of thebest in the metropolis ) and a boozy milk shake , or get there for happy hr when signature cocktails are $ 6 – hello , Corpse Reviver !
Mario’s East Side Saloon
With TVs galore ( yes , build into the wood - flump walls on the ceiling ) , Mario ’s is a go - to for catching any of the heavy game , though you might have to wade through a pool of college kid to get a drinkable . Even better , Tuesday is out-of-door movie nights on its newly restitute rooftop .
Steel Cactus
Steel Cactus is predominant with unattackable margaritas , high heels , and bro , which is to say : expect a full - on company when you come here . If that is n’t your crush , there are plenty of other downtempo rooftop on this tilt , but if / when you ’re jonesing for that kind of dark , get some scrap and salsa and a Yinzerita ( beer upside down in a margarita ) and manoeuver up to this Shadyside cap pack of cards .
New Amsterdam
In 2016 , New Amsterdam underwent refurbishment that included the addition of an subject - air rooftop beer garden , intend the previously cramped - feeling bar is now a welcoming raging spot on Butler Street . Enjoy day-after-day cocktail special like Hump Day Happiness , as well as a fare that serves up everything from Dutch - inspired sandwich , to lobster nachos , to a ' Little Nederlanders ' carte for the kiddos .
Carson City Saloon
Listen : you’re able to order a 64 oz drinkable at Carson City Saloon . Byyyye . It move without saying , then , that this bar is made for parties . The rooftop space look over the verdure on the banks of the Monongahela River is also decent enough to host weddings in the summertime months .
Duke’s Upper Deck Cafe
If you do n’t live in Homestead , there ’s a right chance you ’ve never heard of Duke ’s . With an impressive selection of 48 local and craft beers on tap , and an committed wine bar right next room access , Duke ’s offer a laid - back vibe with a patio that ’s open year round . It also host events like Cornhole - League Nights – because nothing is more Pittsburgh than throwing back some Fat Head ’s IPA and becoming a private-enterprise cornholer for the night .
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Sienna Mercato
Laura Petrilla/Il Tetto
Adam Milliron/Courtesy of Biergarten
Mario’s East Side Saloon
Courtesy of Steel Cactus
New Amsterdam
