Lava Lounge
(412) 431-5282
2204 E Carson St
Pittsburgh,
PA
15203
40.4282
-79.9741
Neighborhood: Southside Flats
Last updated 4.01.09
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The Scene
The booths and the cozy nooks carved out of molten lava speckled with bits of shiny coral and junk glass may suggest Bedrock more than bohemian. But the eclectic stylings are meant to reflect the artsy South Side neighborhood in which Lava Lounge resides. Many of the denizens who flock here nightly work in the nearby galleries, boutiques and studios.
The Draw
A wide range of entertainment fills up this lounge's dark, crowded back room, including a vaudeville-style revue on Mondays, house music on Tuesdays, live alternative bands on Wednesdays, acid jazz on Thursdays and funk and disco throwdowns on the weekends. Whatever the entertainment, all of the mixed drinks are strong--especially the martinis and bourbon-based cocktails.
User Reviews
newtopgh
March 30, 2009
Got "dragged" here for a coworker's birthday and must say it was a surprisingly fun time. I had read some of the reviews and was nervous that this was going to be a litle overly hipster and that my lack of tattoos and piercings would leave me twittling my thumbs in a corner. Alas I was proven completely wrong. Great crowd, stiff drinks, and a killer 80s dj. Will surely not be such a grump going into the night the next time I'm invited back.
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contrition
June 03, 2008
They always have great specials. The bartenders are amazing. The drinks are poured right and the atmosphere is always welcoming. Trying to get out and meet someone... try Lava Lounge. Every night pulls in a different crowd.
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Anonymous
June 06, 2005
Whenever I go to Pittsburgh, just about every night invariably ends up at the Lava Lounge at some point. The set-up is odd in a really cool way. They have booths in the front with wooden tables that aren't flat, but have indentations in various areas. There's also a back room for bands and DJs and a downstairs.
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Know Before You Go:
With even a few dozen people packing into its smoky innards, this joint can look like it's jumping. Get there early if you want a good seat.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Nightclubs, Neighborhood Bars, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Funk, Soul & R&B, Alternative Rock
Bar & Club Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
