Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profilePins Mechanical Co.
Pittsburgh, PA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Pins Mechanical Co. Pairs arcade nostalgia with a beverage program that leans into playful, candy-garnished cocktails. The Game Over, a 25-ounce eight-liquor punch served in a souvenir glass, anchors a themed list that runs from Hulk Hogan to Flash Gordon. Draft beer spans 36 taps, including local breweries, and non-alcoholic options are surprisingly thorough.
- What should I order?
- Order The Game Over, the 25 oz cocktail with eight liquors and a souvenir glass. For something lighter, the Pinball Wizard blends blueberry vodka, elderflower, and ginger ale.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups looking for shareable drinks and playful themes will find plenty to like. The candy-garnished cocktails appeal to those who prefer whimsy over seriousness. Beer enthusiasts can explore 36 drafts, though one guest noted a lack of local microbrews despite regional options.
- When should I go?
- Early weeknights may suit those wanting to avoid crowds.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Specialty cocktails are around $12, with The Game Over at $18. Draft beers range from $5 to $12 for small or large pours. Shots start at $3. Happy hour discounts reduce cocktail prices by $4 and drafts by $2.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Game Over is a 25 oz cocktail with 8 liquors, served in a souvenir glass—a centerpiece for groups. The cocktail list leans into pop-culture references with candy garnishes, and the draft system offers 36 beers plus 100 oz towers.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Creative themed cocktails with unique ingredients and candy garnishes. The Game Over is a 25 oz eight-liquor drink with souvenir glass. Happy hour discounts add value.
Menu strengths
- — Themed cocktails with playful names and candy garnishes
- — Large-format options like The Game Over; Happy hour discounts on specialty cocktails
Standout selections
- — The Game Over: 25 oz, 8 liquors, Sprite, lemonade, Hawaiian Punch, $18, souvenir glass
- — Hulk Hogan: Blueberry Vodka, Lemonade, Original Bomb Pop, $12
- — Pinball Wizard: Blueberry Vodka, Elderflower, Ginger Ale, Blueberries, Mint
- — Flash Gordon: Tequila, Mezcal, Blood Orange, Lime, Tajín
Pricing: Specialty cocktails $12; The Game Over $18; happy hour $4 off
Wine
Wine program includes Bubbles, Malbec, Rosé, and Sauvignon Blanc. No specific labels or prices were retrieved, so depth and quality remain unverified.
Beer
36 drafts including local breweries like Grist House and Helltown. Beer towers available in 100 oz sizes.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive draft list with 36 selections; Beer towers for groups
Standout selections
- — Dancing Gnome Lustra: American Pale Ale, 5.8%
- — Rhinegeist Press Tart: Berliner Weisse Fruit, 4.4%
- — Grist House Gots Ta Guava: local option
Pricing: Draft prices $5-$12; happy hour $2 off
Nonalcoholic
Zero-proof cocktails using Lyre's spirits, plus alcohol-free cans and kids' mocktails. Non-boozy slush puppies available. Pricing is modest.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple zero-proof cocktails with Lyre's spirits; Kids' mocktails available
Standout selections
- — Carmen Sandiego: Lyre's Aperitif Rosso, Italian Spritz, Honey Mango, Rose Water, $10
- — Johnny Tsunami: Lyre's Dry London, Lavender, Blue Razz
- — Juice Box Hero: Pineapple, Orange, Grenadine
Pricing: Carmen Sandiego $10; AF cans $6
Spirits
Spirits are used across cocktails and shots, including blueberry vodka, rum, tequila, mezcal, gin, Buffalo Trace bourbon, and Benedictine. Shot menu offers variety at accessible prices.
Menu strengths
- — Wide variety of spirits in cocktails; Shot menu with several options
Standout selections
- — Fireball: cinnamon whiskey shot, $3; Pins Green Tea: shot, $5
- — Green Tea with Jameson: shot, $8
Pricing: Shots $3-$8
How it sits with the food
No food menu was provided, but the sweet, candy-garnished cocktails would pair with bar snacks like pretzels or wings. The Hulk Hogan's blueberry lemonade could cut through fried foods, while the Pinball Wizard's ginger ale and mint would complement spicy dishes.
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