17th Street Cafe

This was right on the border of more bar than restaurant, but we were standing outside so we figured what the fuck. 

17th Street Cafe is a cozy little space. It has dim lighting and a faux-upscale feel. It was pretty deserted on the night we were there, and the bartender was really glad to have anyone to hang out with. We talked with him for awhile and learned about the Coach purse being raffled off, and that they are no longer allowed to enter their red pepper tomato soup into the South Side soup contest because they won so many times in a row. However, a quick internet search proves that to be a bit of an exaggeration:  http://southsidesoup.com/about/awards

They have something called a Malbec Margarita on Fridays. At first we thought they were independent specials, but they are indeed one drink. We will gladly have a taste of yours if you order one. Other than that and some other specials (see picture), it is a pretty standard little bar. The bartender swore it was usually packed. I guess we will have to take his word for it. 

The food there is really great. So, if nothing else, go for that. As far as a bar experience goes, we'd advise you to go elsewhere. 

Address:	75 S. 17th Street, Pittsburgh PA 15203 http://17thstreetcafe.com/	Games:	None
Façade:	Not Scary	Scene:	faux-classy pretentious scenesters
Parking:	South Side	Patio/Outdoor:	No
Kitchen:	Come Hungry	Cleanliness:	Nice
Smoking:	None	Jukebox:	None
Hours:	http://www.17thstreetcafe.com/gettinghere/map.html	Cig Machine:	No
Drink Prices:	Average	# taps:	5
Bathrooms:	Sit	Specials:	See Picture
Live music:	No	Riley Factor:	$10.50
ATM:	No	Cash Only	No
TVs:	2	Size:	Small