Space Bar

The atmosphere is incredible and spaceship-like. The mixologists consistently deliver some of the best cocktails I’ve had in Pittsburgh. They are passionate about their craft and it shows. I've been coming here since they opened. The menu is always well balanced - though I’d love to see it update a bit more often like it used to, simply because the new ideas they come up always surprise me Ina good way. Five-star spot for me.

Definitely a unique experience I've never had when going to a bar: the decor is so on point that you really do feel like you're travelling to a bar on another planet. The lights, the art, and the furniture really make it. The drinks are amazing as well, and for a reasonable price which is rare. It's on my list of places to go on the regular 😀

When we decided to come to Pittsburgh we threw this place on the "must visit" list, and I'm so glad that we did!! Our bartender Danny was so nice and personable and made amazing drinks; he definitely went above and beyond to make it a great experience. The other people who worked there were super friendly, too! We loved the fun kitschy atmosphere and the theme. Next time we're in Pittsburgh we will definitely be back!

My wife and I came here for some cocktails and mocktails. Everything we got tasted great! Service was amazing and we both enjoyed that the TV's aren't playing any sports or tv shows. They just display the menu. The atmosphere was perfect, the music taste and volume level were excellent and we will definitely be returning! (My photos don't do this place justice at all)

One of five molecular mixology bars in the country. Blew my mind. Coconut washed 12 year aged rum, Avocado oil tequila, yogurt soju, amaro made for medieval monks… so mad I haven’t visited sooner!

My boyfriend and I stopped here on a trip to Pittsburgh. Space Bar is…chef’s kiss 🤌. The atmosphere upon walking in felt so polished but welcoming at the same time. The staff were very nice and willing to explain the processes of creating the drinks when we had questions. And the drinks themselves were so well-crafted and tasty! I got a kiwi nova (my fave) and a starship. Also big bonus points for the restrooms having a phone holder and a stock of feminine products. If you’re a fan of molecular mixology or just want to be in a safe, fun, space-themed environment, this is a great place to visit!

One of the best bars in Pittsburgh! All of the drinks are carefully thought out and hand-crafted. The service is wonderful—Elizabeth explained the menu and the space so well. The space transports you to a different world; when we left, I had forgotten what the surrounding area even looked like. If you enjoy a truly well-crafted drink, this is the place to go.

Very unique atmosphere reminiscent of Disney's Space 220 Lounge, with a highly creative drink selection to match. It's clear their mixologists know what they're doing, as everything I had was both unique and outstanding. Drink prices were elevated but not unreasonable. Even had a large selection of original N/A choices. Highly recommended!

Super eclectic place. Loved the vibe and our server was fantastic. The drinks are also out of this world

This place was cool, but it was way smaller and more tame than I expected. with how much it's hyped up I was expecting more. The drinks were good and they were cool, but I didn't think the flavor profile for the one I had really matched the super detailed description. I had the rainbow road, and it definitely just gave chocolate no other flavors pulled through. (And Im not an Emile Im a Remy, I taste everything). I really loved that they put a lot of thought into crafting the cocktails, but i felt very let down by the one I got. We also got sat in a really awkward spot of the bar, which made it hard to really enjoy the experience (we got sat at tiny 3 seat near the door) Other than that the service was good and the staff were friendly and helpful. I just...if Im in the mood to try something cool and crazy, I want it to be hype, not super chill, low music, tiny space, i would have went on a weekday instead. It's definitely an experience and I would recommend going, just expect more of a relaxed environment and a smaller space

I am not what you would call a bar person. I haven't really been into the bar scene since just after I turned 21, which was over 20 years ago. However, I have been to this spot several times now since discovering them at a recent mocktail event. There I learned that they not only have a whole bunch of fun, space themed cocktails with special effects like dry ice, they have a dedicated nonalcoholic menu as well with a bunch of NA options. I stopped drinking alcohol earlier this year due to a brain injury and the inclusivity of this brings me so much joy. The space is a really cool lounge vibe. Groups of people from across the age spectrum seem to come here. There are lounge tables that can seat several people, high tops that seat two and a bar. The staff, from host to servers to the owner who is hands-on and frequently stop by to chat, are all so incredibly nice and welcoming. I have yet to have a drink that disappointed me. From the NA menu, the Tartooine Sour is the star but you can't go wrong.

It wouldn't be winter without a trip to my favorite out of this world bar. This year's seasonal pop-up theme "Snowglobe" changed the bar into a winter wonderland. The bartenders are masterfully skilled in the art of gastronomy. My wife and I tried their two seasonal drinks, the Spiced Pearseus and Nebula Noir. Highly recommend both!!! Nebula provided earthiness with the smooth finish of the Angel's Envy (a terrific bourbon in itself). The Pearseus had a wonderful natural pear flavor with the bright citrus complemented by the sweet orange, black tea and vanilla foam topper. I may miss their amazing New Years celebration, but every time I'm there, Space Bar always transports me in time and space.

I was looking for a unique bar and I found it! This place was super fun. It was pretty empty but it was a Wednesday so that's to be expected. They had a lot of interesting drinks. I got the 'Kiwi Nova' and my husband got the 'Darth Vapor'. It smoked and it was really cool. He really enjoyed that drink and I really enjoyed mine. They had a decent amount of seating, we sat at a hightop. All the bartenders were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend for a good time.

A group of 11 of us stopped by last Wednesday around 7pm and we were able to get seats right away in the lounge area. Someone came over and took our drink orders and brought them out. I tried the limited edition Phantom Redshift while my friends for some do their classics like the Darth Vapor and the Fifth Ele-mint! It's a pleasure to stop by as always and they had some cute alien decorations for Halloween.

Funky little stop for drinks. The titles are cute puns and the bartender greeted us asking to see "Human Identification" cute. He also volunteered to make drinks to accommodate any variations we were interested in. Impressed with the effect of the dry ice. A little more pricey for cocktails but something different for sure. Very clean and unique place with great, friendly staff.

Super friendly bar tenders. Cool drinks. Space vibe. If you're looking for an out of this world experience come here. Didn't try the food, don't even know if they serve any but drinks were cool AF!

4.5 stars. Space Bar is a spaced-themed molecular-mixology bar that serves a rotating selection of alcoholic beverages (e.g., cocktails, beers, wines, ciders, and liquors), non-alcoholic beverages (e.g., cocktails, beers, and sodas), and some foods (e.g., snack mix, chips and salsa, and cheeses). Please see my attached photos for the menu in February 2025. My husband and I visited this bar one time. We had no reservation, but you can make one. The owner met us at the front door, seated us at a comfortable table, and made friendly conversation when she later checked in with us. The space-themed interior design created an "out of this world" atmosphere. We ordered two drinks through our phone, and minutes later our server brought the drinks to us. Later she brought our bill to us for payment. The Skywatcher drink cost $15, and it consisted of Haku vodka, Giffard strawberry, yogurt soju, hibiscus cordial, lime, tea, and strawberry popping boba. It came with one piece of Hi-Chew candy. I enjoyed the fruity flavors. The Starship cost $16, and it contained gin, lime, pomelo, grapefruit, lemon, orange, hibiscus, dandelion root, gentian root, lemongrass, rosemary, cardamon, allspice, clove, and cinchona bark. Its dry ice and a flashing light looked fun. Space Bar's website lists some events such as astronomy, karaoke, costume nights, bingo, trivia, book clubs, comedy, and movies.

The servers and owner were all very kind and welcoming!! The space ambiance was very well done and elevated everything! Seems like a great place to take a date or to catch up with a friend, I'll be back!

Really far out bar! The owners are really knowledgeable and super friendly. The space design is awesome! We ordered a few of the drinks and they tasted great. They always have new drinks so it's a new experience each time.

Great cocktails. Great servers. I love the theatrics of these ding dang drinks! I love feeling like I am hurling through space on the Enterprise while sipping high caliber beverages. I hope they do more events and themed nights.

I love Space Bar! The vibe is so cool and so different from anywhere else in the city. The staff is lovely and I have an amazing time every time This trip I tried the Falling Whale and Kiwi Nova and both were amazing. All the flavors went together impeccably! I know I will be back soon!

My BFF and I spent a long weekend in Pittsburgh while coming to town for a concert. Space Bar was a short walk from our hotel and it was such a delight! The cocktails are all very interactive (whether it's glassware, dry ice, changeable lights, smoke, etc) and oh-so tasty! We had 2 rounds here before walking to a nearby spot for dinner. For my first drink I ordered the Li Shen's Bazaar Pho and it came out like a little miso soup which was so fun. It tasted slightly savory, but was nice and cold and had a basil/cilantro jelly snack that was incredibly refreshing. My friend ordered the Radio Galaxy as her first beverage- it was served in such a cool glass and had a very delicious whipped cream topping. For our second round I decided to stick with gin and got the Tart-ooine Sour that came with a changeable light underneath the glass (the neon, slime green was my favorite out of the colors, so I kept it that way) and it was so good I had to stop myself from drinking it too fast. My friend got The Fifth Ele-mint as her second drink and the cucumber and mint made it so invigorating. It was a little spectacle to behold with the dry ice bubbling out underneath the glass. We sat at the bar while we were there and both bartenders working were friendly, kind, and not pushy about ordering. They asked if we had ever been in before and explained the menu/the preparation behind the drinks to us before ordering. It is a really cool spot in downtown Pittsburgh that has a lot of other great spots within walking distance, so you can pop in for one or 2 drinks along the way to or from somewhere else. I definitely recommend stopping in for a creative cocktail if you're visiting the area!

Fun! Their cocktails were so far above my expectations. They make most things in house like syrups, infused vodka and tequila, and purées. Everything tasted very fresh and drinks were well balanced. Hand crafted drinks run upwards of $15 but in my opinion, are with it. Service from Eva was top notch. Location makes this place easy to access and there are tons of other restaurants and bars to stop nearby.

This is a super cool themed bar, I love the moon lights above the bar counter! I had the Kiwi Nova and the fifth element. The kiwi nova was pretty good. The server was great at helping you figure out what drink you wanted.

What a neat space! Decked out with lights and space themed drinks, a great indoor-outdoor bar. Reasonably priced drinks and I appreciate they have them listed in order of sweetness or also Insta-friendly and other categories. Great service and just all around fun! The managers were also super responsive and helpful when I accidentally left my purse - so grateful for their response!!! I'll always recommend Space Bar!

I have been to Space Bar a lot of times and every time I've been there it is amazing. First of all the drinks are incredible. Carefully crafted and beautiful. I love their focus on unique flavors and innovative techniques. Dale and crew are such great people and make everyone feel welcomed! This is by far my favorite bar in Pittsburgh and I always look forward to going and trying out their new seasonal drinks... and their staple cocktails too!

I was a little worried from the concept of a space-themed bar that this place was going to be a bit too kitschy, or that they would serve overly sweet cocktails, but they have surprisingly good and unique cocktails. It's located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh right by Market Square. When you walk in, you immediately feel "transported" into space and the hostess welcomes you in. The ambiance and decor certainly fits into the theme, lights that look like moons, etc. We sat at the bar and took a look at the menu, noticing that their cocktails were helpfully organized into different categories. I started with the Tart-ooine Sour. It comes in a glass that comes lit up with a green light. It was easy to drink and smooth, but it honestly didn't blow my mind. My boyfriend's cocktail was The Fifth Ele-mint which had quite the presentation since it's served over dry ice. We both felt it had more of a cucumber flavor than a mint flavor as the name implies. We were about to finish up, but since the menu looked so interesting, we decided to order one more drink. We got the Kali Chile cocktail, one that stood out to me from the start - ingredients like green chile vodka, kalamansi, banana, orange, coconut milk. It also had a fun presentation and was served in an astronaut glass. I really loved this drink! I thought the flavor was very unique since it had a hint of spice but was also fruity, and it overall tasted delicious. Next time, I'm curious to try more of their experimental cocktails like Lil Shen's Bazaar Pho, something that has the flavor profile of pho... intriguing! In the end, this bar won me over with its more interesting experimental cocktails. The bartender Arum helped us and he was great!

Space bar is an outer space cantina with galactic inspired beverages. Super cool vibe!!! Love the tv screens that look like windows to the outside world. Their soft round captains chairs are very comfortable. And the music choice is modern but relaxing. Great job on the design!!! It's an easy place to ponder current space expeditions and stories that happened a long time ago in a galaxy far far away. The drinks are all unique and use gastronomy techniques to elevate the experience. Fun place... good drinks... will be back soon.

I've been to Space Bar a handful of times. Overall, I can count on the drinks being innovative and fun. Pittsburgh is really lacking true craft cocktail lounges in my opinion and I feel that Space has earned a spot on the craft list in PGH. The staff has always been willing to explain any ingredient I've asked about. My last visit I ordered the Yoda's Tea and I was blown away by the flavors, complexity, and presentation. Sometimes the drinks here while they are delicious, lack booze for the price. That was not the case with this experimental cocktail. It truly was a one of a kind experience!

One of the best bars in Pittsburgh! All of the drinks are carefully thought out and hand-crafted. The service is wonderful--Elizabeth explained the menu and the space so well. The space transports you to a different world; when we left, I had forgotten what the surrounding area even looked like. If you enjoy a truly well-crafted drink, this is the place to go.

This place has been opened less than a year in downtown Pittsburgh and it's a great add-in to the area. It's a fun theme. Creative and very tasty drinks. Only a handful of options for food. More like cheese boards and snacks so keep than in mind but if you want to try new and unique drinks. Definitely give this place a try

I love the concept of Space Bar and the drinks are all really unique and delicious. The NA drink I had was good too - I loved the pineapple foam. I would say that the drinks are excellent and the service was great, but the ambiance needs some work. I think the concept is there, but it could be a bit nicer considering how expensive the drinks. I would recommend different furniture, a better layout, dimmer lighting and some mood music!

Enjoyed a few cocktails before heading to dinner in Market Square, love the overall vibe!

Great cocktails, very creative names! Great bartenders and an awesome mixologist. It really feels like you are on a space station in outer space having cocktails in space.

Finally made it to Space Bar and loved the vibe. As you probably know, they are a space themed cocktail bar located in Market Square. Their cocktail list is pretty big and they had a ton of drinks that looked super cool. We ordered The Fifth Ele-mint, Espresso Mars-tini, and Vanilla Ice cream. My friend and I both got the Espresso Mars-tini and we both really liked it!! It had flavors of orange, vanilla, and coconut. So good. My sister got the cool Fifth Ele-mint cocktail with the dry ice; it was super delicious as well. My boyfriend got ice cream and he said it was really good.

Fun little bar that was in Market Square. We came here after dinner on Saturday night. The place isn't open that late (11 pm) but it was perfect for us because we were just looking for a quick nightcap. The bar ambiance is quiet and smooth, lots of space themed decorations and animations on the wall. Bartenders are very nice and we received our drinks promptly. The drinks themselves were very well-made and smooth. Definitely a nice spot to check out if you're in the area.

For all the mixology snobs out there out there, don't make the mistake of overlooking this place as a photo-op experience. Yes, the drinks LOOK amazing, but they also TASTE amazing. The Space Bar fantastically offers some quality molecular mixology. As of now the food options are relatively limited, but staff told us there are plans to expand the menu soon. Looking forward to seeing what they come up with. Perhaps some freeze-dried options for our fellow astronauts?

Wow! I love it here so much. Seriously the type of place you'd see in NYC London or Chicago. Decor is sophisticated and on point. It really feels like being in a spaceship. Staff is super cool. Drinks, heck yeah!!! Perfection.

Such a fun bad idea with yummy drinks! Not a place I would be able to go to regularly but a nice fun treat for a night out with friends or people visiting they city. Service was great! We ordered some drinks at the bar and they were delivered to our table when ready. Everything was good, a great place if you like interesting cocktails.

Drinks are amazing. Sit back, relax, and enjoy out of this world experiences! The drinks are well thought out and the service is great.

Went to this place on a whim before a Broadway show. The aesthetic of this place is so cool. I was talking to the owner and she had a story for all of the tables and the bar at this place. It's so cute. They have happy hour from 4-6pm. The owner is so sweet and kind. We will totally be back.

I was really excited to check out space bar based off what I had seen online. While the space was cool & the cocktails were interesting, I was a little bit let down. You could tell it was a space themed bar, but I was expecting a little more immersive of an experience. Maybe the fact that it was open air right on market square took you "out" of the ambiance a little bit? Since it was a nice day, we did decide to sit outside & the couches were very comfortable, but it felt like a regular bar vs a big themed one. I enjoyed my cocktail (spice of arrakis), but I think the ambiance is really not as top tier as advertised & I was expecting more. I think if I hadn't had such high expectations, I would have thought the ambiance was cooler. The bartenders also had a little bit of an "over it" attitude, which contributed to us choosing to sit outside vs at the bar. Food: N/A Drinks: B+ Service: B Ambiance: C+

The drinks here are absolutely superb and magical. I'm from New York City where there are so many cocktail bars that do eccentric things with their drinks like this place. Unfortunately Pittsburgh doesn't have as many Bars like this. So I was so excited to try this place out when it opened. I've been twice already and ended up getting the same two drinks both times lol. I can't remember their names but the one with passionfruit in it is definitely my favorite. The yellow foam on top is so interesting and has such a unique flavor. The drink that comes in a bowl with dry ice at the bottom and has a minty flavor was also so good. I'm just mad at how small the quantity of drink is, you think you're getting a nice sized cocktail and it turns out the bottom is just liquid nitrogen or whatever and you're only drinking the top part lol. Service has been lovely both times around. I randomly went on a Tuesday night and there was standup comedy that was pretty great! I wish I lived closer to downtown because I would come even more often. I hear they're going to have a new cocktail menu March 20 so be sure to come in before then and then come in again after March 20!

This is one of my favorite newer bars in the downtown area! I've been here a couple times now and the drinks are fun and delicious! The vibe at the place is also super fun. Some of the drinks come in fun glasses, but all are well crafted. Last time we were there, we hung out with Randy from Randyland, too, so that was a fun bonus.

I am not really a bar kind of person. I despise liquor. It tastes like NyQuil. However, I will sometimes try different drinks anyway to see if anything is good. My sister took me here while she was in town because she liked it. For drinks, I got the Fifth Ele-mint and Milky Way Punch. Neither had the nasty NyQuil taste of liquor, and the Fifth Ele-mint was actually flavorful. I would probably get the Fifth Ele-mint again. It didn't taste minty but kind of citrusy. I got the soba noodles and liked those too. Reminded me a bit of linguini salad but with feta cheese. The restaurant itself is pretty nice but small. We went when they opened so seating was easily available. I like modern and futuristic designs so I felt comfortable here.

Very chill place. Drinks were pretty good. Servicer was nice and quick with our drinks.

I'm not one to willfully go downtown, but space bar got me there. It was worth it! As an Uber and paid-parking hater, space bar didn't seem like an option for me. But, on my friends' queer anniversary, we had to make the trip. Space bar made a special wall light scroll for my friends' anniversary and made their entire night. The cocktails are interesting and perfect. The bar itself is accommodating and accepting of all kinds of folks. As a scientist, I can't wait for them to host more casual nights for nerds. I love meeting other nerds without pressure, which is hard to find in this city. We don't need a speaker, we just need a venue and a deal. Space bar absolutely has the potential to offer this!

Wonderfully crafted drinks, real chill, laid-back vibe, intergalactic decor, overall it's a vibe. The bartenders were very observant and attentive. I stopped in for a quick drink during the week of the Fourth of July with family to get a break and I thoroughly enjoyed myself.

What a hidden gem in Downtown Pittsburg! I stopped by after watching a pitiful baseball game, and it was the perfect remedy for low spirits. The staff provided excellent service, and we happened to come in when there was karaoke. The karaoke was so much fun without being too pretentious. The drinks were tasty, and I loved the various options with tropical fruit flavors. Some of the patrons were dressed up with the space theme, too. If you're looking for a fun alternate world to step into, Space Bar is a great choice!

This is such a cool bar downtown in Market Square! They create some really creative cocktails here and they release new drinks pretty consistently. I love how much care and attention they give to the ingredients in their cocktails. They sous vide and fat wash some ingredients which is really cool. Love the ambiance here since it's all space themed so it's really fun and the staff are all super nice too! They call their bar the lab and have a lot of pride in what they do! Definitely recommend checking this bar out. I loved the dessert cocktail, dark side of the moon, since it was essentially an affogato with bourbon and dulce de leche ice cream. So good! I really liked my drink, the fifth ele-mint, with a ton of dry ice, it was so refreshing! Pink planet, a tequila cocktail, was so good and the spice was spot on. Love that they have a boba machine too since they have a boba fruit cocktail.

solid choice for a cocktail bar! Love the curated space-themed drinks. The "starship" comes served with dry ice which is a fun experience.

Every time I walk into Space Bar, it's a feast for the eyes. The owners have decorated this place with so much detail that you can find something new depending on where you're sitting. And speaking of sitting, definitely the most comfy chairs of any establishment in the area. The drink options were a lot of fun and beyond delicious. With new creations every month, going in for a drink is always an easy YES whenever I'm in the area.

Excellent ambiance! Such a cool place. Bartenders were awesome too. Talked when you wanted them to but left you alone with your friends. The drinks were amazing! Wish I could have tried them all. I'll have to definitely go here again when I'm back in Pittsburgh.

Great small little place. Drinks were well designed and presented in an eclectic way. Tasted really good and service was great!

I'm not a cocktail person, but I had the regular sour on the menu. It was nicely smooth with a coconut taste which made it worth it. Pricey, but that's the idea for the experience

Fantastic bar staff, wonderful host, great, fun cocktails. I highly recommend. We're visiting Pittsburgh from out of town & this is stop two - it's great!

Theme was 10/10, so many cool decorations and cute little details in the signs, menu, and the way the wait staff talked with you, even their uniforms and stuff! The cocktail I had was also reallly good! Huge depth of flavor and very complex, you could taste every ingredient, and they honor them with presentation as well! A very friendly environment & staff and they have different events each week like a karaoke and trivia, also a lot of NA options for non drinkers or even kids, and my favorite part were that all the chairs were soft, even at the bar, cool space!