Top Rated Nightlife in Pittsburgh

With classy, elegant interiors embellished with rich, dark wood furniture and just the right amount of lighting, Acacia makes the right moves from the very first time you set your foot here. If that wasn't enough, friendly staff, great music and professional barmen in their elements craft enticing concoctions that are sure to raise your spirits. Carefully mixed cocktails, a fine ambiance to match and extended happy hours are bound to keep you coming back for more.

Located on the Monterey Street in the North Side, the Monterey Pub is one of the most popular night haunts in the city. The quintessential Irish pub recreates a casual, friendly magic that one expects from such an establishment. Offering excellent drinks and a fantastic menu comprised of popular pub grub, the Monterey Pub makes for a great night out with friends without lightening your wallet. There is also a Kiddie Menu, so you may bring your little one in tow.

A local live music staple in Pittsburgh's South Side district, the Club Cafe proudly hosts a regular lineup of homegrown as well as touring artists and bands. Its small and cozy setting might mean limited seating arrangements, but this rarely gets in the way of having a good time. The club also serves reasonably-priced drinks and standard American fare.

Casbah is a Mediterranean eatery that is inspired by French, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Turkish, and North African cuisine. The menu is a la carte, and changes frequently. Patrons will enjoy the Lamb Tagine and the fresh seafood. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list, and spotlights a different wine each night of the week.

Jack's likes to proclaim that it never closes. The place is open every day of the year, even on Christmas and Thanksgiving. The bar, which opened 90 years ago, earned its reputation when it stayed open during Prohibition and served bootleg beer. Today the bar serves local microbrews such as Iron City. The back room has a few pool tables and dartboards. The weekday crowd is mostly from the neighborhood, but weekends are packed with college students and young professionals.

Located on the Warrington Avenue in Allentown, Alla Famiglia is often deemed as one of the best Italian restaurants in the city. Chef and owner Johnathan Vlasic offers a fantastic, rustic Italian feast in this cozy little joint that includes a Trenta, the cocktail bar and the Emperors' Room for private events. Try the tagliatele ala ragu or filet mignon - everything on the menu is bound to please you.