Daisy D.

Robin S.

Ed C.

Stacey B.

K M.

Kayla G.

Mary W.

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Kay E.

Kat M.

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Craig S.

I feel like in the last year - I have had drinks and eats here more then anywhere else in the city. I really want to give this place 5 stars but there are definitely some areas that need improvement. What doesn't need improvement - at least in my opinion - is the food and drink. The food is bar food but it is well-priced and there is a good amount of diversity on the menu. I typically order the baked italian sub, the buffalo chicken wrap, and the turkey bacon wedgie (that's right wedgie). The Pizzas also look great but I have never had one. The draft list is always diverse and I have tried some great new brews here. This is a great place to watch any type of sporting event and they have a pretty decent happy hour as well - although sometimes you have to remind the servers what the specials are. This brings me to what prevents me from giving this place 5 stars - the service and the atmosphere. First the service - I have had great experiences with the service and also experiences that are sub-par. First - the waitresses are usually very nice but they neglect to write things down and food will come out incorrectly. I am not one to send things back but this has happened more than once. Also they are always willing to split up checks - which is very much appreciated but they seldom split them up correctly (because they don't write anything down). The ladies at the host stand are sometimes miserable but almost always don't know what you are talking about when you let them know that you already checked-in with NoWait. Finally, Rivertowne brings in the most annoying DJ that plays awful music on Pirates Game Days. This is completely not necessary - especially since there is a digital jukebox here. Rather then be something that its not with the DJ - I just wish Rivertowne would play on its strengths and be a cool and funky sports bar with good food and drinks. Despite its shortcomings - unless something better opens up in the Northside I will likely keep coming back.

Robert L.

I went on a wing night (Wednesdays). They have the best jumbo wings! The sauces could be better though. However, the staff are terrible. All of them stood around on their cell phones and looked uninterested in servicing customers, and there weren't many of us here. Kylee was our server and we only saw her twice. Once to take our order and then to drop the check. A cook actually brought us our food!!! I observed her on her cell phone, and beer sampling sitting on the back bar top (health code violation btw) the rest of the time. No visible manager in sight. If you want to try the wings I would recommend going to a different location, I usually go to the one in Verona, service is much better there.

Shannon F.

This was my first time at Rivertowne and I must say, I was not impressed. The floors were slippery and the the menus were sticky. Not exactly great adjectives to describe a place I was about to eat at. I got the Asian shrimp wrap which was okay, but nothing I couldn't have made myself. My boyfriend got a cheeseburger that wasn't juicy at all and was served on a "toasted" (pretty sure it was just dried out) bun. I suggest only going for the beer if you go at all.

Steven M.

I have always been a fan of Rivertowne ever since the wife got me a day with the brewer at the Monroeville location. Stopped in on Monday prior to the Pirates home opener for a couple of beverages. This is not my first time here, but first time since I started Yelping. The place get can get quite crowded during sporting events or concerts. There is plenty of indoor seating and some sporadic outdoor seating but it is hard to find. While it may be hard to get a seat somewhere or even a beer for that matter, the staff there is absolutely fantastic. No matter what, hey are always willing to talk beer with you. Even with a crowd, I was always able to find my waitress. It is like she knew my beer was empty and knew I was in need of another (all done in moderation of course). I find that many of the beers at Rivertowne are brewed to style, which makes them quite enjoyable for me. I don't need a triple hopped, double oaken Hefeweizen. They have a nice selection across various different styles too. They also carry some select beers that are not Rivertowne beers. I have never had food here, so I cannot comment on that, but in perusing the menu it looks like your standard bar fare. On nights where there is no game or even is when I find it to be the best. That is when you can really sit back and enjoy the bar and the wonderful brews. Definitely give this place a try if you are on the North Shore if you like good local craft beer and friendly service.

Chip R.

Been here a gazillion times... pre-Steeler games, pre-Pirate games, pre-Stage AE concerts. Service has always been good, food, well, I'd put it about average. But the atmosphere is perfect to pre-lube an event. And the beer selection is the best for this side of PNC Park. Last night I had an Evil Genius, Purple Monkey Dishwasher Chocolate Peanut Butter Porter. It's not as far out as it sounds; it's actually pretty good and perfect for the below zero weather we experienced last night. My girl and I split a chicken quesadilla and some bacon cheese fries. The fries were just okay but the quesadilla was delicious. I'd recommend the Rivertowne over any of the other places between the two stadiums. It's simply the best value for your buck and it sure beats going to an event early and paying their inflated prices.

Krista A.

I can't say if the food is good here or not but I can tell you that the service is awful. After being seated, we waited 30 minutes in a restaurant that was not busy and we were not even acknowledged by the multiple servers that walked past our table. We left and ate Grille 36 where we had a great meal and attentive servers.

Jon H.

Absolutely everything turned out perfect. The location was perfect as well. Great view of the city!!

Edie D.

We are a fan of the other Rivertowne locations, so when we couldn't get into Bettis Grille (for the third time--a 45-minute wait at 11:10 a.m.) we were happy to find that they could take us immediately. I ordered the Crabby Patty, not expecting much more than a pre-formed crab cake. Was I surprised! It was the best crab cake sandwich I ever had, definitely freshly made and all crab. I also ordered the fruit salad and, again, it was freshly made with ripe fruit, not something out of a can. Well worth the price paid. Service isn't always quick, they are always busy on game days, but it is attentive, friendly and accurate. A plus for the North Side.

James K.

We were told the wait would be 20 minutes. Turns out it was 45. So we didn't make the first inning. Why we waited I have no idea. The girls working there didn't seem to care, they were so slow. They also reminded us they "only have two hands". Not to mention I think they needed to hire a few more people to help. The wings were $14 so I figured they would be the whole wings. Not so. They were the little wing dings. Fried to a crisp. All the portions seemed rather small I guess so you buy food in the ballpark, I'm not sure. Either way we won't be back.

Bekah H.

The draft beer was only $2.50! Great place to Hang at before a ball game with reasonable prices. Good selection and enjoyed some unique brews like Mala kahiki. The pizza is great as well and I recommend the youghiogheny pizza. Yum.

Elizabeth B.

The hubby and I stopped by Rivertowne for dinner just a couple weeks ago before a concert. I had previously had a drink or two here in the past but had not ever sat down and eaten dinner. Service was underwhelming. It took our waitress some time to greet us initially and to take our order. At one point, we were ready to order our entrees, but she left our table so quickly that we didn't have time to tell her that we were ready. Also, for being a restaurant with a number of alcoholic beverages, our waitress knew very little about what Rivertowne offers. Though a nice girl, I think Rivertowne could invest more time and training in their employees. I started with a beer and almost made a face when my beverage was brought to me in a tiny plastic cup. I get that Rivertowne is heavily trafficked from Heinz Field, PNC Park, and Stage AE attendees but that doesn't mean you should be able to both serve beer in a throwaway cup and charge full price. Finally, the food... meh. I ordered fried fish with potato wedge fries. The fish was OK, but the flavorless wedges required ketchup to be consumed. Plus, I was a little turned off by the dish initially when the man delivering the food stated, "Here is your catfish." My catfish?! I definitely didn't order catfish. I questioned him about it, and he just seemed confused. In the future, I would prefer to walk a couple miles to downtown and pay less money for more and better food. I don't plan on returning.

Ms. B.

We have given this place a chance over and over again. In the past we had issues with the servers not knowing what specials were or what day the specials occurred on. Tonight we went here for happy hour - come to find out they changed their policy during pirate home games. Even though their website still listed the special. Rivertowne beer is excellent but staff don't seem to care much at this location. And please stop taking the receipt which includes the loyaltree reward info. Tonight we got a bill without actually seeing what was on the bill. Location is excellent and this place could be even better with a little bit of ambition.

Darren W.

I'll say this: Rivertowne must have done something about the noise after my previous visit OR it was because a bunch of my fellow metalheads had taken over the joint before the Black Label Society concert at Stage AE since reasonably audible selections from Pantera could be heard sans an annoying DJ or hip-hop bass thump. I met some pals here prior to the big show for a quick dinner and was mostly pleased. Speaking of quick, Steph, our agile, amicable server knew I had little time to dally since I arrived later than my friends, so when I decided that I wanted the Cajun Catfish Submarine, she got it in front of me as fast as a truckstop chuckwagon would. Spicy, breaded, and garnished with lettuce, tomato, and an aromatic housemade olive relish, the supple fish was a tantalizing hybrid of Louisiana and Londontown flavors, making it an appropriate meal considering the following opening band's Southern-fried, Sabbathy strains... youtube.com/watch?v=SrBI… The housemade potato chips were a little inconsistent in terms of crispness (some were soggy, others were dead-on), but that would be my only caveat, Rivertowne showing that they remain a more than decent dining option priot to or following an event on the North Shore. And I still got to Stage AE in time to catch these chicks... youtube.com/watch?v=6nfD… Hails and horns to Rivertowne.

Bethany T.

Love This place and it's drink selection. Awesome bartenders and waitstaff. Outside fire pit and patio view really nice on a summer night. We are regulars here and will continue to be.

Sara P.

I would normally give this place 3 stars... it's a "bro" crowd, which is definitely not my scene. But they have a great menu, are relatively inexpensive, and the whole menu is available Late. An odd mix of Pittsburgh, Brit-esque pub, and experimental bar-food, the menu actually works! I got the Pittsburgh sandwich which was impressive due to the huge amount of real turkey on the sandwich! Yeah Real turkey! Also tried the homemade chips with honey and bacon... surprisingly simple and tasty. There are tons of craft beers available, thought I'd love to see a banoffee (especially considering some of the more British menu items like Scotch Eggs and Fish and Chips). Course, I understand that you can't cater to everyone. I'm sure I'll be back on future excursions to the North Shore.

Stephanie F.

I'm not sure how I've never been here until yesterday! Staff was wonderful and the burgers are AMAZING. Top 5 I've had in Pittsburgh. Fries are fresh cut. Yum! Wings were ok. Wouldn't order again but there was so much more on the menu that I cannot wait to try!

Kimberly L.

We had a great server with really good food overall except the seared tuna. It was really flavorless. That being said....everything else was really good. My daughter ordered the salmon off the kids menu and it was out of this world! My mom had the coconut shrimp that was dynamite,and i had the portabella mushroom skillet that was really good as well. Service was good

Yancy Y.

Enjoyed their selection if beers. I had their pineapple beer and the Belgium wit. Both were very good. The sandwiches that my party and I ordered were all done well. I got the Pacino and it was excellent. We sat outside on the patio and our waitress checked on us many times.

Lucy A.

Best blackened gorgonzola burger ever great service nice fun atmosphere can't wait to go back

Brandy O.

Just had lunch with my husband here, and was severely underwhelmed. It was Monday afternoon, no games or anything going on. Service was ok; she wasn't rude but you could tell she'd rather be somewhere else. We got the beer/cheese dip as an appetizer. It tasted like nacho cheese. The bread it came with was good, but the cheese was practically inedible. We got burgers because they were on special, $5. For $5 it's a good deal, but for their normal price of $8.99, not a chance. It was a dry burger with some bleu cheese on it - that was it. Nothing exciting. The fries were good. Now, it's our fault that we didn't complain because we're just not that type of people. But we won't be back.

Sam P.

I've been to Rivertowne twice now and had good experiences both times (other than getting a flat tire beforehand). It's a fun place to hang out especially during sporting events. I was here during a Bucco playoff game and it was UNREAL. I've never had more fun watching a game in a restaurant with one exception. They did the wave IN the restaurant. #BanTheWave The first time we ordered the buffalo chicken pizza which was really solid and something I would order again. They have a number of specialty pizzas on their menu that I would like to try. I tried the western burger when I returned and thought it was pretty good. The fries were so-so. Onto the drinks. They have a good beer selection with many different options from not only their own brewery but also many others crafts on tap. I've had the RT Lager and Old Wylie's IPA. Both are solid but not great beers. I saw a few other posts mention poor service but I didn't experience this in either of my visits. The staff was very friendly. If you're looking for a place to eat and grab a beer before a concert at Stage AE or game at Heinz or PNC, look no further. It's a great place to hang out during the game as well.

Jim T.

Good food. They have health options. The kids liked it, we passed on the Carnegie science museum cafeteria. We walked down the riverfront it was nice.

Patti W.

I've been going here for more than a year . Their buffalo chicken dip was great, then it was really bad, and now, its amazing! (No lie, it's way better than it ever was.) The beer is still so so but I recommend this location. It's better than most neighboring bars.

Angela T.

The new dj is hot! And he was playing all kinds of jams! Bartenders are great too! Beer list is always on point and the food is great! Love the fire pit! That is an added bonus!

Danny W.

They brew their own beer here and its great. Typical American bar food but they do it well. Its nice to have a place in this area that is open late. The bar tenders are on top of it and very nice.

Shawn O.

While I won't say Rivertowne is "great", I'm writing this review with the other stadium stand-by's in mind. With one of the better beer selections available (including beer from their commercial brewery in Export), Rivertowne also has some decent sandwiches and actually a couple pretty solid pizzas. The atmosphere is bearable before/during/after games (which is a rarity in that area), and like a lot of the other restaurants, it's got some outside seating with access to watch games and enjoy some sun. I'll continue to stray here versus other options on a consistent basis, and I still want to go for one of their happy hours (discounted bar food and 1/2 priced drafts!).

Dana K.

Drink specials are great, however if they paid a bit more attention to the "during the game" crowd and not the "pregame" crowd entirely it may be workable, the bathrooms are disgusting, there is so much dust in the bathroom it is even on the WALLS! Not even sure how that happens, the pretzel was a combo of pretzel/funnel cake/donut over fried, over cooked, couldn't even entertain ordering any sort of food based on first impressions. All that's said service was good and bloodies were decent

Kyle M.

A friend of mine and I stopped by last night to grab a bite, and watch the second half of the basketball game. We chose this location, 1. Because we work in a restaurant that serves Rivertown products, so we figured keep it local. And 2. Because of the half price appetizers as a late night a special. Well, when we asked about the specials, we were told there was none, fine. The sign coming in said differently, but oh well. So, we decided to just start with the chips , as seen in the picture, they came out completely burnt, like we thought maybe they were supposed to be that color, but after one bite, we were appalled that this was just brought out to the table. Yes, they were taken off the bill, but why in the world was this even presented?? I'm a server, he's a cook, that shouldn't have happened. We ended up getting the rest of our stuff timely, with no errors, so that was where the 3 stars come in. Not sure I'd come back, the chips really left a bad taste in my mouth about rivertown, no pun intended.

Christine T.

Nice fall Saturday and I brought my dog to the north shore for a walk. We were able to sit outside at Rivertowne - me with a beer and a tasty mahi mahi wrap - my dog with a water and a plain piece of grilled chicken. The service was great and accommodating, the food and prices reasonable, and the view of downtown amazing. Will be back.

Ashley H.

Take me out to the ballgame. Take me out to the crowd... BUT I don't want peanuts or cracker jacks. I also WON't bay $8 for a cheap beer. Instead, I go to Rivertowne. If you're looking for grab a beer or a quick bite before a Pirates game, Rivertowne is a great stop. With an extensive tap list, including their own brews, your cup should never be empty. They have a HUGE nachos appetizer, juicy burgers, even pizzas to fill your tummy. Don't have tickets to the game? No worries! There are plenty of TVs so you can catch every pitch. So skip the long lines, pricey beers, and cold food and head over to Rivertowne.

Eric D.

Nikia G was slow as heck and rude! Took forever to get drinks, and when she brought them out, it was with attitude. Food was good. However, with it being almost empty when we went, there should have been better service. Maybe even a "thank you for coming" instead of just throwing the check down for me to pay.

J P.

We were already down on the North Shore and it was 90 minutes before the Pirates game, so we decided to grab some dinner. As on our previous visit, we were told 30-35 minutes wait but just 15 minutes later we received the text that our table was ready. The server got our drink order promptly after we were seated but it took about 10 minutes for her to bring them. She ordered a lettuce chicken wrap, I opted for fish and chips, substituting cole slaw for the fries. She said her wrap was quite unimpressive, and my fish - although a nice size serving, was just lousy. Soggy throughout as if it had been soaking in water. The coating was soggy, the inside was soggy, and it had very little taste. It was bad, and I'm not that picky. Cole slaw was not bad, but a very small portion. Beer menu was extensive but overly weighted to high alcohol content beers. Service was fine, ambiance was loud, menus were sticky and stained (man, I hate that). This was our second visit and I think next time we'll try someplace else on the North Shore.

AJA J.

I wasn't expecting much. Outside of [the best damn] pineapple beer you'll ever taste, what more could Rivertowne offer? OH. It turns out they offer one of the best SALADS in Pittsburgh. WHAT?! We visited Rivertowne to pre-game before the big soccer game at Heinz Field. What better way to celebrate futbol than with a bunch of hooligans drinking outside? I was starving so we lapped up our share of $3 cans while waiting an hour for a table. The host staff wasn't the most delightful, but it was slammed, so I didn't care. After we were seated I [bravely] chose the grilled buffalo chicken salad. I thought it would be mediocre but hey, #weddingwaistline. What I received was a feast of epic salad proportions. It was HUGE and that's saying a lot coming from me, a well-known bottomless salad eater. First, having the choice of grilled chicken on something like a buffalo salad is rare and much welcomed. I love the spice of buffalo but not the fried part that usually comes with it. So yay Rivertowne for this great option. And to have it nestled on a bed of nice fresh greens complemented by a light sesame dressing was just thrilling. Can't wait to go back and sample the rest of their surprisingly awesome menu!

Laura H.

I've stopped in multiple times when going to events on the north shore and this is the most consistent experience of the restaurant options to choose from in that area. Most recently I had the salmon blt and was really surprised at how good it tasted. The sandwiches do not come with sides however the portion of the sandwich was large enough no sides were necessary. Served on Italian with lettuce, tomato, and a dill mayo (which I ordered on the side) the portion of salmon was larger than other salmon sandwiches I've had elsewhere and it was cooked perfectly - not dry at all. Of course bacon makes nearly everything better and I was happy it was crisp how I like it. The dill mayo gave a nice sauce for the salmon. Service was very attentive although we were the servers only table so no surprise there. My companion enjoyed the California burger ( no onions) with a spicy sriacha sauce which he said was very good. I'd also recommend any of the pizzas (Mon River Extreme is my favorite) as they have always been good. If you enjoy beer I'd also recommend trying the hala kahiki Rivertowne branded pineapple beer and Old Wylie's IPA is also a good one. They have a lot of other craft beers on tap too if none of the Rivertowne branded beers are appealing.

David R.

Biked to Rivertowne with a friend for a beer and some appetizers. It was a nice day and the Buccos were playing. Overall the service was average, but the pub pretzels were great (fyi, they are fried). We also had the fried zucchini which were good. Good atmosphere, decent food, check it out when you can.

Jeff S.

This place was recommended to me on my recent trip to Pittsburgh. After trying out another brewery where I wasn't really impressed with the beer, I was told they have a really good IPA here. This place is on the first floor of the Del Monte building near the pro sports stadiums in Pittsburgh. It is across a walkway from a Tilted Kilt (we have one of those in Charlotte). I sat myself at the bar here. The bartenders were young. I could have been twice their age and apparently the more I sat here, the more the business crowd left and the crowd got younger and younger. I didn't feel comfortable here. But again, I was here for the beer. I ordered the Wiley's IPA which was recommended to me. It was served to me in a plastic Miller Lite cup. Really? I can understand the plastic cups on a game day but there wasn't one this night. A good beer isn't served in plastic. VERY DISAPPOINTING! The beer, however, was decent but glass would have made it taste better. Trust me. I stuck around for the food and they have a very broad menu with salads, sandwiches, steaks, etc. Nothing really stood out here but I opted for a pork loin entree with apples and caramel sauce. The pork was good and the caramel sauce was interesting and worked well with the apples and pork. I know from my Pennsylvania Dutch background that pork and apples go well together. Anyway, this seemed more like a college bar to me than a brewpub. I really wasn't impressed much except for the beer but it should have been served in a glass, especially when it was your own beer.

Mark R.

I've been there many times for drinks and the beer and bar atmosphere is decent. However the food & service stinks. I took my family there for lunch recently and it was a horrible experience. The waitress was extremely slow. It took 25 minutes just to order food and we rarely saw her. She also brought out our drinks with her hand on the top of the glass. When the food came out, they forgot my daughters order and the salmon in the salad was raw. It took another 20 minutes to get a new salad. The burger was good but rest of the food was poor. Its a shame because its such a great location.

David B.

Brian C.

Jessica I.

Danielle B.

Joe D.

Mike G.

Tony J.

Kay E.

Jack S.

B S.

Dione M.

Went here with a group of girlfriends celebrating a bachelorette party, before a Pirates game. Even though they were very busy, they were able to get us a table for six people fairly quickly (about 30 mins). I really enjoyed the homemade beer. The pineapple really tasted like pineapple, and not too sweet either. The food was OK. I had the tuna steak and my friend had a club sandwich, neither came with any condiments such as mayonnaise. They were a little dry. The service was excellent and we were able to finish up and head to the game before it started. The best part was probably the view. There is an outdoor seating area right along the river.

Rob K.

For a few years my friends and I would stop at Rivertowne prior to events at PNC or Heinz Field. The food was average at best but the beer was excellent. It would get busy before events. Happy hour was a nice bonus, 4-6 1/2 price beers. I visited in early June and asked our waitress if I could have one more beer before happy hour was over. She told me they don't do that anymore. I glanced at their website and the specials were still on there. I showed her my phone and she said she would talk to the manager. Whether she did or not, I am unsure. She told me there was nothing they could do so I asked to see the manager. The manager was friendly, explained the change (discounts are now only on non-event days). I showed her my phone, and she honored the special. So between the average to slightly below average food, and other pre-game options available I will not be going back to the Rivertowne. Don't bother emailing the restaurant either because they will not reply.

Denny V.

HAPPY HOUR...! This review is written solely to let everyone know that Rivertown's North Shore happy hour, from 4 till 6, Mpnday thru Friday, with Half Off all drinks- meaning domestic drafts can be had for 2 singles, and they have $3 snacks of cheeseburger sliders, bacon cheddar ranch fries, tortilla chips & dips, pub pretzel bites & scotch eggs... Folks- if you are down on the North Shore and all the other bars are dead- this one will be packed. They have a modest sized bar and if the weather co-operates- you can pull up stools to their outdoor bar windows and get served from outside.

Kayla G.

Mary W.

Brian K.

Jenny B.

David M.

Gary R.

Rachel C.

Robin S.

Ed C.

Stacey B.

K M.

Jack S.

Brian K.

Jenny B.

David M.

Gary R.

Rachel C.

Jr A.

Kyle M.

A friend of mine and I stopped by last night to grab a bite, and watch the second half of the basketball game. We chose this location, 1. Because we work in a restaurant that serves Rivertown products, so we figured keep it local. And 2. Because of the half price appetizers as a late night a special. Well, when we asked about the specials, we were told there was none, fine. The sign coming in said differently, but oh well. So, we decided to just start with the chips , as seen in the picture, they came out completely burnt, like we thought maybe they were supposed to be that color, but after one bite, we were appalled that this was just brought out to the table. Yes, they were taken off the bill, but why in the world was this even presented?? I'm a server, he's a cook, that shouldn't have happened. We ended up getting the rest of our stuff timely, with no errors, so that was where the 3 stars come in. Not sure I'd come back, the chips really left a bad taste in my mouth about rivertown, no pun intended.

Christine T.

Nice fall Saturday and I brought my dog to the north shore for a walk. We were able to sit outside at Rivertowne - me with a beer and a tasty mahi mahi wrap - my dog with a water and a plain piece of grilled chicken. The service was great and accommodating, the food and prices reasonable, and the view of downtown amazing. Will be back.

Ashley H.

Take me out to the ballgame. Take me out to the crowd... BUT I don't want peanuts or cracker jacks. I also WON't bay $8 for a cheap beer. Instead, I go to Rivertowne. If you're looking for grab a beer or a quick bite before a Pirates game, Rivertowne is a great stop. With an extensive tap list, including their own brews, your cup should never be empty. They have a HUGE nachos appetizer, juicy burgers, even pizzas to fill your tummy. Don't have tickets to the game? No worries! There are plenty of TVs so you can catch every pitch. So skip the long lines, pricey beers, and cold food and head over to Rivertowne.

Eric D.

Nikia G was slow as heck and rude! Took forever to get drinks, and when she brought them out, it was with attitude. Food was good. However, with it being almost empty when we went, there should have been better service. Maybe even a "thank you for coming" instead of just throwing the check down for me to pay.

J P.

We were already down on the North Shore and it was 90 minutes before the Pirates game, so we decided to grab some dinner. As on our previous visit, we were told 30-35 minutes wait but just 15 minutes later we received the text that our table was ready. The server got our drink order promptly after we were seated but it took about 10 minutes for her to bring them. She ordered a lettuce chicken wrap, I opted for fish and chips, substituting cole slaw for the fries. She said her wrap was quite unimpressive, and my fish - although a nice size serving, was just lousy. Soggy throughout as if it had been soaking in water. The coating was soggy, the inside was soggy, and it had very little taste. It was bad, and I'm not that picky. Cole slaw was not bad, but a very small portion. Beer menu was extensive but overly weighted to high alcohol content beers. Service was fine, ambiance was loud, menus were sticky and stained (man, I hate that). This was our second visit and I think next time we'll try someplace else on the North Shore.

Jeff S.

This place was recommended to me on my recent trip to Pittsburgh. After trying out another brewery where I wasn't really impressed with the beer, I was told they have a really good IPA here. This place is on the first floor of the Del Monte building near the pro sports stadiums in Pittsburgh. It is across a walkway from a Tilted Kilt (we have one of those in Charlotte). I sat myself at the bar here. The bartenders were young. I could have been twice their age and apparently the more I sat here, the more the business crowd left and the crowd got younger and younger. I didn't feel comfortable here. But again, I was here for the beer. I ordered the Wiley's IPA which was recommended to me. It was served to me in a plastic Miller Lite cup. Really? I can understand the plastic cups on a game day but there wasn't one this night. A good beer isn't served in plastic. VERY DISAPPOINTING! The beer, however, was decent but glass would have made it taste better. Trust me. I stuck around for the food and they have a very broad menu with salads, sandwiches, steaks, etc. Nothing really stood out here but I opted for a pork loin entree with apples and caramel sauce. The pork was good and the caramel sauce was interesting and worked well with the apples and pork. I know from my Pennsylvania Dutch background that pork and apples go well together. Anyway, this seemed more like a college bar to me than a brewpub. I really wasn't impressed much except for the beer but it should have been served in a glass, especially when it was your own beer.

Mark R.

I've been there many times for drinks and the beer and bar atmosphere is decent. However the food & service stinks. I took my family there for lunch recently and it was a horrible experience. The waitress was extremely slow. It took 25 minutes just to order food and we rarely saw her. She also brought out our drinks with her hand on the top of the glass. When the food came out, they forgot my daughters order and the salmon in the salad was raw. It took another 20 minutes to get a new salad. The burger was good but rest of the food was poor. Its a shame because its such a great location.

Dione M.

Went here with a group of girlfriends celebrating a bachelorette party, before a Pirates game. Even though they were very busy, they were able to get us a table for six people fairly quickly (about 30 mins). I really enjoyed the homemade beer. The pineapple really tasted like pineapple, and not too sweet either. The food was OK. I had the tuna steak and my friend had a club sandwich, neither came with any condiments such as mayonnaise. They were a little dry. The service was excellent and we were able to finish up and head to the game before it started. The best part was probably the view. There is an outdoor seating area right along the river.

Rob K.

For a few years my friends and I would stop at Rivertowne prior to events at PNC or Heinz Field. The food was average at best but the beer was excellent. It would get busy before events. Happy hour was a nice bonus, 4-6 1/2 price beers. I visited in early June and asked our waitress if I could have one more beer before happy hour was over. She told me they don't do that anymore. I glanced at their website and the specials were still on there. I showed her my phone and she said she would talk to the manager. Whether she did or not, I am unsure. She told me there was nothing they could do so I asked to see the manager. The manager was friendly, explained the change (discounts are now only on non-event days). I showed her my phone, and she honored the special. So between the average to slightly below average food, and other pre-game options available I will not be going back to the Rivertowne. Don't bother emailing the restaurant either because they will not reply.

Denny V.

HAPPY HOUR...! This review is written solely to let everyone know that Rivertown's North Shore happy hour, from 4 till 6, Mpnday thru Friday, with Half Off all drinks- meaning domestic drafts can be had for 2 singles, and they have $3 snacks of cheeseburger sliders, bacon cheddar ranch fries, tortilla chips & dips, pub pretzel bites & scotch eggs... Folks- if you are down on the North Shore and all the other bars are dead- this one will be packed. They have a modest sized bar and if the weather co-operates- you can pull up stools to their outdoor bar windows and get served from outside.

Steven M.

I have always been a fan of Rivertowne ever since the wife got me a day with the brewer at the Monroeville location. Stopped in on Monday prior to the Pirates home opener for a couple of beverages. This is not my first time here, but first time since I started Yelping. The place get can get quite crowded during sporting events or concerts. There is plenty of indoor seating and some sporadic outdoor seating but it is hard to find. While it may be hard to get a seat somewhere or even a beer for that matter, the staff there is absolutely fantastic. No matter what, hey are always willing to talk beer with you. Even with a crowd, I was always able to find my waitress. It is like she knew my beer was empty and knew I was in need of another (all done in moderation of course). I find that many of the beers at Rivertowne are brewed to style, which makes them quite enjoyable for me. I don't need a triple hopped, double oaken Hefeweizen. They have a nice selection across various different styles too. They also carry some select beers that are not Rivertowne beers. I have never had food here, so I cannot comment on that, but in perusing the menu it looks like your standard bar fare. On nights where there is no game or even is when I find it to be the best. That is when you can really sit back and enjoy the bar and the wonderful brews. Definitely give this place a try if you are on the North Shore if you like good local craft beer and friendly service.

Chip R.

Been here a gazillion times... pre-Steeler games, pre-Pirate games, pre-Stage AE concerts. Service has always been good, food, well, I'd put it about average. But the atmosphere is perfect to pre-lube an event. And the beer selection is the best for this side of PNC Park. Last night I had an Evil Genius, Purple Monkey Dishwasher Chocolate Peanut Butter Porter. It's not as far out as it sounds; it's actually pretty good and perfect for the below zero weather we experienced last night. My girl and I split a chicken quesadilla and some bacon cheese fries. The fries were just okay but the quesadilla was delicious. I'd recommend the Rivertowne over any of the other places between the two stadiums. It's simply the best value for your buck and it sure beats going to an event early and paying their inflated prices.

Krista A.

I can't say if the food is good here or not but I can tell you that the service is awful. After being seated, we waited 30 minutes in a restaurant that was not busy and we were not even acknowledged by the multiple servers that walked past our table. We left and ate Grille 36 where we had a great meal and attentive servers.

Jon H.

Absolutely everything turned out perfect. The location was perfect as well. Great view of the city!!

Edie D.

We are a fan of the other Rivertowne locations, so when we couldn't get into Bettis Grille (for the third time--a 45-minute wait at 11:10 a.m.) we were happy to find that they could take us immediately. I ordered the Crabby Patty, not expecting much more than a pre-formed crab cake. Was I surprised! It was the best crab cake sandwich I ever had, definitely freshly made and all crab. I also ordered the fruit salad and, again, it was freshly made with ripe fruit, not something out of a can. Well worth the price paid. Service isn't always quick, they are always busy on game days, but it is attentive, friendly and accurate. A plus for the North Side.

James K.

We were told the wait would be 20 minutes. Turns out it was 45. So we didn't make the first inning. Why we waited I have no idea. The girls working there didn't seem to care, they were so slow. They also reminded us they "only have two hands". Not to mention I think they needed to hire a few more people to help. The wings were $14 so I figured they would be the whole wings. Not so. They were the little wing dings. Fried to a crisp. All the portions seemed rather small I guess so you buy food in the ballpark, I'm not sure. Either way we won't be back.

Bekah H.

The draft beer was only $2.50! Great place to Hang at before a ball game with reasonable prices. Good selection and enjoyed some unique brews like Mala kahiki. The pizza is great as well and I recommend the youghiogheny pizza. Yum.

Elizabeth B.

The hubby and I stopped by Rivertowne for dinner just a couple weeks ago before a concert. I had previously had a drink or two here in the past but had not ever sat down and eaten dinner. Service was underwhelming. It took our waitress some time to greet us initially and to take our order. At one point, we were ready to order our entrees, but she left our table so quickly that we didn't have time to tell her that we were ready. Also, for being a restaurant with a number of alcoholic beverages, our waitress knew very little about what Rivertowne offers. Though a nice girl, I think Rivertowne could invest more time and training in their employees. I started with a beer and almost made a face when my beverage was brought to me in a tiny plastic cup. I get that Rivertowne is heavily trafficked from Heinz Field, PNC Park, and Stage AE attendees but that doesn't mean you should be able to both serve beer in a throwaway cup and charge full price. Finally, the food... meh. I ordered fried fish with potato wedge fries. The fish was OK, but the flavorless wedges required ketchup to be consumed. Plus, I was a little turned off by the dish initially when the man delivering the food stated, "Here is your catfish." My catfish?! I definitely didn't order catfish. I questioned him about it, and he just seemed confused. In the future, I would prefer to walk a couple miles to downtown and pay less money for more and better food. I don't plan on returning.

Ms. B.

We have given this place a chance over and over again. In the past we had issues with the servers not knowing what specials were or what day the specials occurred on. Tonight we went here for happy hour - come to find out they changed their policy during pirate home games. Even though their website still listed the special. Rivertowne beer is excellent but staff don't seem to care much at this location. And please stop taking the receipt which includes the loyaltree reward info. Tonight we got a bill without actually seeing what was on the bill. Location is excellent and this place could be even better with a little bit of ambition.

Darren W.

I'll say this: Rivertowne must have done something about the noise after my previous visit OR it was because a bunch of my fellow metalheads had taken over the joint before the Black Label Society concert at Stage AE since reasonably audible selections from Pantera could be heard sans an annoying DJ or hip-hop bass thump. I met some pals here prior to the big show for a quick dinner and was mostly pleased. Speaking of quick, Steph, our agile, amicable server knew I had little time to dally since I arrived later than my friends, so when I decided that I wanted the Cajun Catfish Submarine, she got it in front of me as fast as a truckstop chuckwagon would. Spicy, breaded, and garnished with lettuce, tomato, and an aromatic housemade olive relish, the supple fish was a tantalizing hybrid of Louisiana and Londontown flavors, making it an appropriate meal considering the following opening band's Southern-fried, Sabbathy strains... youtube.com/watch?v=SrBI… The housemade potato chips were a little inconsistent in terms of crispness (some were soggy, others were dead-on), but that would be my only caveat, Rivertowne showing that they remain a more than decent dining option priot to or following an event on the North Shore. And I still got to Stage AE in time to catch these chicks... youtube.com/watch?v=6nfD… Hails and horns to Rivertowne.

Bethany T.

Love This place and it's drink selection. Awesome bartenders and waitstaff. Outside fire pit and patio view really nice on a summer night. We are regulars here and will continue to be.

Sara P.

I would normally give this place 3 stars... it's a "bro" crowd, which is definitely not my scene. But they have a great menu, are relatively inexpensive, and the whole menu is available Late. An odd mix of Pittsburgh, Brit-esque pub, and experimental bar-food, the menu actually works! I got the Pittsburgh sandwich which was impressive due to the huge amount of real turkey on the sandwich! Yeah Real turkey! Also tried the homemade chips with honey and bacon... surprisingly simple and tasty. There are tons of craft beers available, thought I'd love to see a banoffee (especially considering some of the more British menu items like Scotch Eggs and Fish and Chips). Course, I understand that you can't cater to everyone. I'm sure I'll be back on future excursions to the North Shore.

Stephanie F.

I'm not sure how I've never been here until yesterday! Staff was wonderful and the burgers are AMAZING. Top 5 I've had in Pittsburgh. Fries are fresh cut. Yum! Wings were ok. Wouldn't order again but there was so much more on the menu that I cannot wait to try!

Kimberly L.

We had a great server with really good food overall except the seared tuna. It was really flavorless. That being said....everything else was really good. My daughter ordered the salmon off the kids menu and it was out of this world! My mom had the coconut shrimp that was dynamite,and i had the portabella mushroom skillet that was really good as well. Service was good

Yancy Y.

Enjoyed their selection if beers. I had their pineapple beer and the Belgium wit. Both were very good. The sandwiches that my party and I ordered were all done well. I got the Pacino and it was excellent. We sat outside on the patio and our waitress checked on us many times.

Lucy A.

Best blackened gorgonzola burger ever great service nice fun atmosphere can't wait to go back

Brandy O.

Just had lunch with my husband here, and was severely underwhelmed. It was Monday afternoon, no games or anything going on. Service was ok; she wasn't rude but you could tell she'd rather be somewhere else. We got the beer/cheese dip as an appetizer. It tasted like nacho cheese. The bread it came with was good, but the cheese was practically inedible. We got burgers because they were on special, $5. For $5 it's a good deal, but for their normal price of $8.99, not a chance. It was a dry burger with some bleu cheese on it - that was it. Nothing exciting. The fries were good. Now, it's our fault that we didn't complain because we're just not that type of people. But we won't be back.

Sam P.

I've been to Rivertowne twice now and had good experiences both times (other than getting a flat tire beforehand). It's a fun place to hang out especially during sporting events. I was here during a Bucco playoff game and it was UNREAL. I've never had more fun watching a game in a restaurant with one exception. They did the wave IN the restaurant. #BanTheWave The first time we ordered the buffalo chicken pizza which was really solid and something I would order again. They have a number of specialty pizzas on their menu that I would like to try. I tried the western burger when I returned and thought it was pretty good. The fries were so-so. Onto the drinks. They have a good beer selection with many different options from not only their own brewery but also many others crafts on tap. I've had the RT Lager and Old Wylie's IPA. Both are solid but not great beers. I saw a few other posts mention poor service but I didn't experience this in either of my visits. The staff was very friendly. If you're looking for a place to eat and grab a beer before a concert at Stage AE or game at Heinz or PNC, look no further. It's a great place to hang out during the game as well.

Jim T.

Good food. They have health options. The kids liked it, we passed on the Carnegie science museum cafeteria. We walked down the riverfront it was nice.

Patti W.

I've been going here for more than a year . Their buffalo chicken dip was great, then it was really bad, and now, its amazing! (No lie, it's way better than it ever was.) The beer is still so so but I recommend this location. It's better than most neighboring bars.

Angela T.

The new dj is hot! And he was playing all kinds of jams! Bartenders are great too! Beer list is always on point and the food is great! Love the fire pit! That is an added bonus!

Danny W.

They brew their own beer here and its great. Typical American bar food but they do it well. Its nice to have a place in this area that is open late. The bar tenders are on top of it and very nice.

Shawn O.

While I won't say Rivertowne is "great", I'm writing this review with the other stadium stand-by's in mind. With one of the better beer selections available (including beer from their commercial brewery in Export), Rivertowne also has some decent sandwiches and actually a couple pretty solid pizzas. The atmosphere is bearable before/during/after games (which is a rarity in that area), and like a lot of the other restaurants, it's got some outside seating with access to watch games and enjoy some sun. I'll continue to stray here versus other options on a consistent basis, and I still want to go for one of their happy hours (discounted bar food and 1/2 priced drafts!).

Dana K.

Drink specials are great, however if they paid a bit more attention to the "during the game" crowd and not the "pregame" crowd entirely it may be workable, the bathrooms are disgusting, there is so much dust in the bathroom it is even on the WALLS! Not even sure how that happens, the pretzel was a combo of pretzel/funnel cake/donut over fried, over cooked, couldn't even entertain ordering any sort of food based on first impressions. All that's said service was good and bloodies were decent

AJA J.

I wasn't expecting much. Outside of [the best damn] pineapple beer you'll ever taste, what more could Rivertowne offer? OH. It turns out they offer one of the best SALADS in Pittsburgh. WHAT?! We visited Rivertowne to pre-game before the big soccer game at Heinz Field. What better way to celebrate futbol than with a bunch of hooligans drinking outside? I was starving so we lapped up our share of $3 cans while waiting an hour for a table. The host staff wasn't the most delightful, but it was slammed, so I didn't care. After we were seated I [bravely] chose the grilled buffalo chicken salad. I thought it would be mediocre but hey, #weddingwaistline. What I received was a feast of epic salad proportions. It was HUGE and that's saying a lot coming from me, a well-known bottomless salad eater. First, having the choice of grilled chicken on something like a buffalo salad is rare and much welcomed. I love the spice of buffalo but not the fried part that usually comes with it. So yay Rivertowne for this great option. And to have it nestled on a bed of nice fresh greens complemented by a light sesame dressing was just thrilling. Can't wait to go back and sample the rest of their surprisingly awesome menu!

Laura H.

I've stopped in multiple times when going to events on the north shore and this is the most consistent experience of the restaurant options to choose from in that area. Most recently I had the salmon blt and was really surprised at how good it tasted. The sandwiches do not come with sides however the portion of the sandwich was large enough no sides were necessary. Served on Italian with lettuce, tomato, and a dill mayo (which I ordered on the side) the portion of salmon was larger than other salmon sandwiches I've had elsewhere and it was cooked perfectly - not dry at all. Of course bacon makes nearly everything better and I was happy it was crisp how I like it. The dill mayo gave a nice sauce for the salmon. Service was very attentive although we were the servers only table so no surprise there. My companion enjoyed the California burger ( no onions) with a spicy sriacha sauce which he said was very good. I'd also recommend any of the pizzas (Mon River Extreme is my favorite) as they have always been good. If you enjoy beer I'd also recommend trying the hala kahiki Rivertowne branded pineapple beer and Old Wylie's IPA is also a good one. They have a lot of other craft beers on tap too if none of the Rivertowne branded beers are appealing.

David R.

Biked to Rivertowne with a friend for a beer and some appetizers. It was a nice day and the Buccos were playing. Overall the service was average, but the pub pretzels were great (fyi, they are fried). We also had the fried zucchini which were good. Good atmosphere, decent food, check it out when you can.

Craig S.

I feel like in the last year - I have had drinks and eats here more then anywhere else in the city. I really want to give this place 5 stars but there are definitely some areas that need improvement. What doesn't need improvement - at least in my opinion - is the food and drink. The food is bar food but it is well-priced and there is a good amount of diversity on the menu. I typically order the baked italian sub, the buffalo chicken wrap, and the turkey bacon wedgie (that's right wedgie). The Pizzas also look great but I have never had one. The draft list is always diverse and I have tried some great new brews here. This is a great place to watch any type of sporting event and they have a pretty decent happy hour as well - although sometimes you have to remind the servers what the specials are. This brings me to what prevents me from giving this place 5 stars - the service and the atmosphere. First the service - I have had great experiences with the service and also experiences that are sub-par. First - the waitresses are usually very nice but they neglect to write things down and food will come out incorrectly. I am not one to send things back but this has happened more than once. Also they are always willing to split up checks - which is very much appreciated but they seldom split them up correctly (because they don't write anything down). The ladies at the host stand are sometimes miserable but almost always don't know what you are talking about when you let them know that you already checked-in with NoWait. Finally, Rivertowne brings in the most annoying DJ that plays awful music on Pirates Game Days. This is completely not necessary - especially since there is a digital jukebox here. Rather then be something that its not with the DJ - I just wish Rivertowne would play on its strengths and be a cool and funky sports bar with good food and drinks. Despite its shortcomings - unless something better opens up in the Northside I will likely keep coming back.

Robert L.

I went on a wing night (Wednesdays). They have the best jumbo wings! The sauces could be better though. However, the staff are terrible. All of them stood around on their cell phones and looked uninterested in servicing customers, and there weren't many of us here. Kylee was our server and we only saw her twice. Once to take our order and then to drop the check. A cook actually brought us our food!!! I observed her on her cell phone, and beer sampling sitting on the back bar top (health code violation btw) the rest of the time. No visible manager in sight. If you want to try the wings I would recommend going to a different location, I usually go to the one in Verona, service is much better there.

Shannon F.

This was my first time at Rivertowne and I must say, I was not impressed. The floors were slippery and the the menus were sticky. Not exactly great adjectives to describe a place I was about to eat at. I got the Asian shrimp wrap which was okay, but nothing I couldn't have made myself. My boyfriend got a cheeseburger that wasn't juicy at all and was served on a "toasted" (pretty sure it was just dried out) bun. I suggest only going for the beer if you go at all.

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