Located on Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside, 5801 Video Lounge and Cafe is known for its ability to transform from a hopping club atmosphere to a quieter, more subdued meeting place. Inside 5801 you'll find large video screens playing anything from television shows to sports to music videos, while outside you can enjoy a quiet evening under the night sky on the bar's large deck. This bar welcomes everyone, making it an ideal place to mix with friends in the gay community, whether or not you're gay yourself.
5801 Video Lounge and Cafe
5801 Ellsworth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
412-661-5600
In the heart of Lawrenceville, just blocks from Arsenal Bowling Lanes, Cattivo is a gay destination that features food as well as drinks and events. With a full menu and kitchen that's open until 1 a.m., Cattivo is one-stop gay bar where you can spend an entire evening with friends. It also regularly hosts special events and parties, including Hawaiian luaus, karaoke nights, and viewing parties for gay- and lesbian-oriented programming.
Cattivo
146 44th St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
412-687-2157
cattivo.biz
Spin refers to itself as a Bartini/Ultra Lounge, which perfectly describes its mod, upscale ambience. Conveniently located in Shadyside on Ellsworth Avenue (close to 5801), Spin is a slightly smaller bar with a plush, swanky interior. The outdoor seating is limited to a few small tables on the sidewalk, but Spin is ultimately about the indoor experience; characterized by clean, smooth lines, bold colors and warm lighting, this bar provides an atmosphere that draws you in from the moment you set foot inside. Whether you go when the music is loud and thumping or the bar is calmingly quiet, Spin is a gay-friendly atmosphere for any patron.
Spin Bartini & Ultra Lounge
5744 Ellsworth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
412-362-7746
spinbartini.com
