What to order at Bridges & Bourbon

Must order
A cocktail off the long bourbon list, then share New American plates.
Editor tip
Handy before a Cultural District show. The cocktail program is the headline draw.
CuisineNew American
Price$$$$
Tasting menu$$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
HoursMon-Thu 16:00-23:00, Fri 16:00-24:00, Sat 11:30-24:00, Sun 11:30-23:00
ChefBridges & Bourbon kitchen
Book ahead1 week
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Pittsburgh: Bike and Brewery Tour

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Location

Address: 930 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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