Bill Hudson
Ordered shots at the bar. Served about a half ounce shot. Told the bartender it was light. She didn’t care. Called the 55 year old bouncer over . Nothing came of it I wasn’t going to fight on that hill on this day. What an overreaction by the barkeep. If you’re going here just drink beer. They’re ripping people off pouring half shots at 10 bucks a shot. That wouldn’t fly in my local bar but I guess it does in Pittsburgh. Won’t be back on my next visit. The patrons in the bar were great though. Met a lot of interesting people.
… moreJeff Weyand
Shale’s was awesome…stopped in for a few pre game beers before the Pens game vs Columbus…Great atmosphere!! Will be back again for sure!!
… moreTroy Giatras
A classic local neighborhood bar that is directly across the street from PPG Arena. The best of both worlds. Check out the upstairs for a little more quiet environment. Friendly for all above 21! Drinks are very reasonable!!
… moreLogan B
Great place to go before and after Penguins hockey games. Staff was friendly and attentive. Drinks were reasonably priced and got to us fast. Thanks for the great service, we will be back
… moreJojo Mick
What a fun little spot to stop in for a drink before & after an event. We dropped by for the 1st time b4 the Pens game (& after if course). The owner Jimmy was so gracious, so friendly to talk with. The crowd wasn’t too bad (we even started taking to a few other PENs fans, that was nice) , the food was really good. So if you’re looking for a good place to hang out, grab a bite & a drink be sure to stop at Shale’s. I know I’ll definitely be back.
… moreCathy Stewart
It was a hockey night so it was crowded, but the people there are all really cool, the service was very fast at the bar, but you need to enjoy standing on a hockey night. Not a problem. We stopped in for a beer before hitting the game.
… moreBethany Blososky
Love this place! Stopped in before Eagles show and quickly felt right at home. Great crowd and drinks fairly priced. Best bar near PPG for sure…place even made homemade pizza and offered my daughter free pizza❤️
… moreThomas Joseph
This is a straight up hole in the wall. Great stop before a Pens game!
… moreErin O’Brien
Shales is a gem of a “dive” bar. This is the only place I’ll venture to before a concert or sporting event at ppg.
… moreJosh S
Jimmy is the man! Pizza is delicious. Friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend after a Pens game
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