“Party” listings
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Carson Street Live
Once a huge dance club complex, this space—which reopened over the winter—has been re-imagined as a venue for live music. A mix of tribute bands and familiar, if slightly outdated, national acts fills the schedule. (08/2011)
7 E Carson St
412-281-3910
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Rex Theater
Having formerly been a vaudeville house, popcorn factory and barber college, this theater is currently enjoying a renaissance as a music venue. National and local rock bands of all stripes, hip-hop acts and occasional comedy programs all appear on the South Side stage. This month, check out Eoto (April 12) and Colin Hay (April 26). (04/2011)
1602 E Carson St
412-381-6811
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ANDYS
Though it’s named for the city’s two famous Andys, Warhol gets a bigger nod than Carnegie, with pop art decorating the walls, coasters and menus at this downtown standard. It also displays centuries-old local artifacts and hosts jazz concerts. (01/2011)
At the Fairmont Pittsburgh 510 Market St
412-773-8884
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ARSENAL BOWLING LANES
This bowling alley is a must-stop on any Lawrenceville bar crawl. In addition to knocking down pins, guests can enjoy DJs and weekly live music during “Rock ‘n’ Bowl.” (01/2011)
212 44th St
412-683-5992
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DIESEL CLUB LOUNGE
Early in the evening it’s a live music venue, hosting an array of hip touring bands; later, Diesel turns into a full-on dance club and lounge, with multiple levels, hot local DJs and a serious lighting display. (11/2010)
1601 E Carson St
412-431-8800
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THE NEW AMSTERDAM
A medium-sized bar that hosts hip, eclectic events, this hotspot is just as likely to offer wings and a hockey game on TV as it is a fullfl edged dance party. A small menu of bar bites features renowned fi sh tacos. (07/2010)
4421 Butler St
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FATE LOUNGE
Occupying the former location of Rosebud’s, this dance spot in the historic Strip District hosts everything from comedy to country music to industrial dance nights. (05/2010)
1650 Smallman St
412-918-1753
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BACKSTAGE BAR AT THEATER SQUARE
Not just for theater-goers—although many guests do come directly from shows—this bar features a variety of entertainment, mostly jazz or pop bands and sometimes comedy acts. Order a Steel City Cosmo; with grapefruit vodka, it’s more tart than its cousin from Manhattan. (05/2010)
655 Penn Ave
412-325-6769
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ROUND CORNER CANTINA
Formerly a nondescript Civil War-era hotel and bar, this spot was transformed in 2009 into a Mexican cantina with specialty cocktails—like the Don Julio Anejo and Combier D’Orange Liqueur, garnished with a dried chili—and a back patio for warm evenings. (03/2010)
3720 Butler St
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EMBURY
Styled after a Prohibition speakeasy—replete with two fake bookcases that are really the doors to the kitchen and bathroom—this bar serves handcrafted cocktails made with classic liquors and bitters. (01/2010)
2216 Penn Ave
412-434-1230
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BOTTLESHOP CAFÉ
Down Penn Lincoln Parkway and I-79, you’ll find this specialty beer bar. It claims a selection of more than 250 varieties, so if it’s a microbrew you seek, look no further. (01/2010)
1597 Washington Pike, Bridgeville
412-279-8170
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AVA LOUNGE
The other half of the venerable Shadow Lounge, this bar was founded in 2007 for those who'd rather relax than jump around when taking in some tunes. The weekly Monday night jazz and jam session, called Interval, is a favorite among younger patrons. (12/2009)
126 S Highland Ave
412-363-8277
www.shadowlounge.net
