there were some things i loved about spin, and some that weren't so awesome. we'll go with my complaints first. really, space is my number one complaint. there isn't much of a dance floor, and come on, what gay club has no dance floor? also, what space there was was hard to get to, there were some tables across from the bar but it was really hard to get to them when the floor was crowded.
i went to see my friend's band play which was awesome! i'm not sure how often they have live bands, but it's an intimate setting for a band. cool, but could potentially get really loud.
when i came in i asked about the drink specials, which they had plenty of. i personally took advantage of the $3 long islands myself! i'm not really sure what their prices are like without specials, but they certainly make it worth it.
I'm not quite sure on this place just yet. Â I know it's aimed to be a nice lounge type of setting, but then why is there a DJ booth but hardly a dance floor?
Drinks are reasonably priced, a plus. Â Space however is not reasonable, a minus. Â It's like once you get in there and order a drink you are funneled into the crowd. Â A narrow walkway to get to the other end of the bar isn't fun. Â Especially when you have to battle the other people coming from the opposite direction. Â Too many people standing near the bar/bar stools, too many people standing near the booths. Â I do give them props because when you're bumping and grinding your way though there to make it to the back they don't seem to mind.
The small back patio never seems to be crowded, probably because it's the smoker's haven. Â Sometimes it's a good place to go if you wanted to carry on a conversation. Â
The staff are quite nice, yes they do get busy, but they seem to remember who was at the bar in what order. Â Never paid a cover here, huge plus.
"Right round baby right round."
Spin probably hosts some of the cutest guys in Pittsburgh. Â Vibe is much more upscale and 'fancy' than its local counterparts. Â There is a few tables that have some light board games. Â Plain outdoor space in the back, good if you're a smoker. Â
Staff was really nice and drink prices were surprisingly good! Â Bartenders didn't skimp on the booze either. Â
My experience was rounded out when a girl projectile vomited all over her table and thats when things 'spun' out of control. Â She was VISIBLY intoxicated for a couple hours, it was only a matter of time. The smell was unbearable and the staff was unaware until I brought it to their attention.
All of that aside their was a pretty decent band in the front and the music piped through after was pretty good.
One of the best bars in all of Shadyside. Â It's very modern on the inside, and the crowd is a bit more dressed up than say 5801. Â Drinks are reasonable and the bartenders are attentive and kind. Â It can get packed on the weekends, but it still is a good time, as most of the people there are courteous.
Review Source:After a respite and coffee post Mad Mex insane margaritas, we headed here to continue our Pittsburgh adventures. Â I loved the band the minute we walked in, and it was packed for a Thursday night. Â Everyone knew each other, and people were super friendly. Â The bartender actually made me a Hypnotiq martini, which I had never had before and I loved it. Â I switched to my mainstay vodka martinis later in the evening, and we all had a great time, dancing and meeting people. Â On a Thursday night and with great friends this place was really fun!
Review Source:This place initially reminded me hugely of a bar in champaign-urbana (my problem, not theirs) so I panicked for a minute, but eventually realized that the bar it reminded me of 1) never had anyone in it and 2) never had any drag queens on the plasma screens, so then I relaxed. Â
The drinks had tons of alcohol!!
I like this place best when no one else is there to talk to except the staff and a couple of locals. Â On the weekends, this place is crazy busy but all other time's Spin provides a relaxing atmosphere where sophisticated locals have a drink while carrying on discussions about various topics. They also have a fantastic jazz night!
Review Source:I guess Pittsburghians don't review their own bars.....
Definately the nicest interior of the 5 bars in town that I checked out, by far....a real suave lounge feel. Â The drinks were much stronger than across the street. Â Not as big of a crowd, which could be good or bad depending on what you are out for...it was a nice place to take a break. Â Smoky litte drag-gy porch out back.
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