Stinky’s Bar & Grill

Stinky’s is one of those places that if I lived close by I would probably be there a lot, most likely too much. We watched the Pirates opener here this past Sunday. We weren’t planning on staying very long but as we settled in we decided to just watch the entire game here. They have a separate dining and bar area. The bar area is large and the big U shaped bar is perfect for gathering with friends. They also have TV’s that surround the bar so no matter where you are sitting you don’t need to turn your head to see the TV, there is always one right in front of you.
They offer a limited selection on draft, about twelve or so. There is a nice selection of styles from IPA’s to ciders, Ales, Shandys and some domestics. They also have a cooler that offers up more variety. The bar is clean and so are their restrooms which is definitely appreciated. The bar is a little too dark for my liking with no natural sunlight coming in, but at night I guess that wouldn’t matter much.
I didn’t try their food since I had just came from eating, but I will the next time I’m here. The menu had many options, not just your standard bar fare, and at very reasonable prices.

Good food, best wings in Pittsburgh, cold beer, friendly staff… what more could you ask for?

We went to Stinky’s last night for the first time and the 5 stars was largely for the wait staff who were the kindest, friendliest ladies we have ever experienced! The food was very good also. My husband had a burger and I had the codmother (smaller version of the codfather). We selected a side of coleslaw which was enormous for a side dish! The potato skins were also very good. We left stuffed to the gills. It was worth the ride to this local bar/​restaurant!

It’s named that for a reason! Bad food and lots of smoke and parking on the weekend is no picnic don’t waste your time.

Stinky’s is magical.
Daily food specials were what drew us in, everything else is what keeps us going back every week. This might be the best burger I’ve ever had, and on Tuesdays (as of 2015) they are $ 5! Any burger! not just like, a cheeseburger, or a naked burger. ANY burger. They are awesome, obviously not frozen, on amazing bread, with fresh veggies always.
The staff is super friendly, they always remember me (maybe I come here too much). Food specials include Tacos and wings, on certain days.
There are 4 massive rooms, so you can go with your fam and chill in the back, or hang out at the bar and smoke and drink. There are outlets everywhere, and free wifi. My boyfriend and I like to finish up work here during the week while having dinner, and not feel like a bunch of weirdos. Typing this review from Stinker’s right now!

Don’t let the name fool you, there is nothing Stinky about this restaurant! Great big food portions of food in the middle of a neighborhood street. The fish sandwich here during Lent is very underrated. This bar and restaurant is a lot bigger than it looks from the street. There is a separate dining area in the back away from the bar.

There’s just something about Stinky’s.
We have lived here over 3 years and just stumbled across Stinky’s last month. Not literally. We drove there. On purpose. And yes, we have been back at least once a week every week since then. Stinky’s has that kind of allure.
Stinky’s is one of those rare contradictions that seems to work out: a sports bar with a separate dining room, to please different kinds of patrons. A smoking bar that’s very clean. A divey-​feeling place that isn’t a dive at all. It’s just a really great, all-​around neighborhood bar.
During Pens season, you get sixty-​cent wings and $ 1 off your drink every time the Pens score a goal. There are weekly drink specials, too, but nothing that’s blown me away. The happy hour is on the early side (4:00−6:00), so we have not been able to check it out. The tap selection is modest, but they always have one good IPA on tap — and that makes this poster a happy girl.
What do I like most about Stinky’s? The Codfather. No joke, that is one delicious fried cod sandwich. Am I obsessed with fried fish sandwiches? Yes I am. And Stinky’s does not disappoint.
The service has always been friendly and fairly prompt. Lots of TVs in both rooms of the bar for watching the Bucs win. I hear there’s karaōke on Friday nights, which we just might need to check out. A great convivial atmosphere when the game is on – you can just jump right in and cheer your heart out, and everyone at Stinky’s understands.

Stinky’s is a great place to catch a Pens game and eat some delicious food. I came here with my boyfriend on a weeknight, and we took advantage of the cheap beer prices and sixty-​cent wings during the game. We also each ordered burgers… don’t judge! I got the southwest burger, and it was wonderful. The toppings were evenly balanced, and the whole thing was very big. It came with a pile of glorious crispy fries.
The general atmosphere was casual and the entire establishment was very clean… our table didn’t have that greasy residue some bar tables can get. Our waitress was so sweet and handled everything perfectly. She was attentive but not overbearing. I also love how she used our first names. It was so friendly of her, and I really appreciated it. Overall this is a place I can really see myself becoming a regular at. Especially during playoff season!

The fish was delicately breaded and fried just right. It’s as good as Piper’s Pub! The zucchini strips were handbreaded and excellent as good as Piper’s too! The rueben the bf had was really good as well!! we will definitely be back! Great place!

I was disappointed, but I will be returning.
Stinky’s has an adequate beer selection. Everyone in the party was pleased. The beer pricing is excellent.
The place was extremely clean which is awesome. As other reviewers have mentioned, the staff are extremely friendly.
My disappointment was that they offer pizza using a frozen crust. Why would they do that? Horribly disappointing.
The wings on the other hand were great.
The sandwiches looked good, as did the salads.
Don’t get the pizza and you’ll be fine.

We love coming here for karaōke on Friday and Saturday nights. I don’t partake, but my friends and some other regulars do, and it’s highly entertaining. I’ve only had the wings, which are delicious, and they offer a variety of sauces. Drinks are cheap, relative to the other bars in the area.

One of my favorite spots to go to when the penguins play. Great food, great drink specials, and the staff is ok.

This places has hands down the BEST wings in the city. My husband is from Buffalo and he would drive half an hour once we move to the burbs to get these things.
The staff was super friendly and we really felt welcomed, even though we were just hanging out at the bar waiting for take out every time.
It is a little off the beaten path and if you blink you might miss it, but keep your eyes wide open for this one.

Some of the best bar food in the city, this is really a hidden gem with a dining area and a bar that allows smoking. If you can’t find something to eat on the menu you don’t belong in Pittsburgh. The bartenders and fellow patrons are all very friendly which creates a nice enviroemnt wether you are alone or with a couple friends. An upstairs bar is also available for private parties.

Customer service means a lot to me. When you walk into a new joint and the bartender greets you, asks you what your name is as he shakes your hand, inquires about your day and treats you like family you know you’re not in for an ordinary experience. I was in the neighborhood and I stopped on by to watch a game. The bartender here made my experience just right.
Why am I docking a star? Stinky’s really isn’t a misnomer. This place reeks of stale cigarette smoke. PA needs to get over itself and do like it’s neighbor to the west by enacting an indoor smoking ban.

I moved here from Chicago last year and immediately went searching for a «local» bar. After a few tries, I stumbled into Stinkys and, well, I really haven’t left. The owners, Paul, Val and their son, Bobby, made me feel welcome the first time I came in. The staff is friendly and provides great service. The menu is more extensive than most chain restaurants and is fantastic. I particularly love their wings and nachos.
Bottom line — if you want a fun, friendly bar, come to Stinkys! You’ll be glad that you did!

Been here twice to attend advertised Karaōke only to find out, sadly, they weren’t having it. Recommend calling ahead first if anticipating a night of belting out your fav tunes!

It’s a dump. And I don’t say that in a pejorative way. I love dumps/​dive bars. Some of my favorite all time places are ones you wouldn’t take your mom to. The beer selection runs to your neighborhood tavern style selections. Don’t be looking for no craft beers here! But I’m ok with that — it’s what you’d expect when you walk in the door and your eyes behold all that’s in front of you in it’s seedy, turn of the century splendor.
Food is interesting if not superb. Good menu of diverse subs and specialty sandwiches with names like Mom’s favorite or the Big Skunk. Prices are good and portion size is large. We ate at the bar — seemed to be the thing to do — so I can’t attest to any of the «restaurant» qualities of the place.
It’s a little seedy and doesn’t give you the feeling you’re in the cleanest place in Lawrenceville. But if I’m in the neighborhood, I’d go back! Guess it’s that dive lover in me. And this is a dive!

Stinky’s is a cool little dive on the corner of a residential section of Lawerenceville. I wandered in on a Friday afternoon and it was pretty quiet except for a handful of people pumping money into those ubiquitious slot machines that are a staple at all Pittsburgh dives.
The girl working behind the bar was friendly and the regulars that patron the place ended up being pretty friendly also. There is the awkward moment of walking into a «regulars» bar during slow hours were everyone sort of looks at you with a cocked eye brow and giving the «who the hell is this guy» vibe. But if you can weather the initial outsider feeling a regular will eventually start chatting you up and before you know it you feel like you’ve known everyone at Stinky’s your whole life.
I heard the food is good, but when i stopped in I’d just ate lunch so this time didn’t try any.

With hockey season back in full swing this thursday, the better half and I decided to hit up stinkys for some take out. We were gearing up to get home, devour our food get drunk and listen to 90’s music. Yup.
I hadn’t been to eat at stinkys for a few weeks, I felt like I had abandoned my home.
We walked in and were greeted as usual by all the employees. Some of the customers also gave a wave, a nod, or a smile.
Our food was superb, this time I opted for a change of pace and god the ribeye wrap. (My usualy being the wings, the chicken tenders, or the buffalo wrap). First time having it, and it was good.
I was so pleased and nostalgic that I had to go back to stinkys the next day too. Good lord.
I ordered a bloody mary and a buffalo chicken sandwich. And everything was right in the world. I couldn’t ask for a better place to watch my pens games at. Or, for that matter, better company. Everything there is a true fan, an excited fan, and friendly.
I love the banter during hockey games, the drink specials which always leave me walking (er, stumbling) down butler street content and slightly drunk.
If you haven’t been to stinkys you should try it sometime.
But don’t go during hockey games unless you plan on joining in on the screaming and fighting.