November 7, 2011 [ Updated November 11, 2011 ]
My favorite place in the city. The food is considerably more interesting than either Smokin’ Joes or Fatheads, the environment is way more chill and the bar itself a lot more interesting, though the back is just a glorified restaurant. The beer selection is way smaller than either of the others, but it’s more interesting and fresh, and there’s typically a gem or two that craft beer n00bs would miss in favor of the 50+ taps over-the-head hitting at the other two places (like Victory’s Summer Love). Also the best scotch selection in the city. And Hart works here, so stop in and say hi knowing you’ll get amazing service and recommendations when he’s around.

November 20, 2010
Locals at Fathead’s across the street sent me here to try an East End Big Hop IPA. Nice tidy British style pub. My bartender was a jerk. The food menu looked great, was ready to order but the bartender seemed preoccupied and annoyed at my presence. Decided to head back downtown for dinner at Sharp Creek Bistro instead. Beer selection limited, but some good locals on tap. Enjoyed my East End Big Hop IPA, but it didn’t measure up to Fat Head’s Head Hunter I had across the street. Next time I’m in Pitt, will give them another try.

June 25, 2010
Darker bar feel, but not dirty. Selection is okay. Didn’t stay very long, but only because of time restraints. I liked the atmosphere and service.

May 18, 2010
Ambiance is typical pub atmosphere, nothing standing out but nothing offsetting. Bar service was very helpful and fast. Selection, was typical pub, ie. Irish and English beers, and the occasional East End tap. Always nice to have cask beer though. Beers were priced reasonalby but nothing to go out of the way for. Overall a nice pub atmosphere, showing european sports such as soccer and rugby.

February 12, 2009
Pipers is absolutely one of my favorite places- period! Drew really loves his work, and it shows. Brittish ex-pats on Saturday for football, but a very well-rounded clientell most times. Great Sunday brunch (a rarity in Pittsburgh). Drew’s cask-conditioned selection is limited because he won’t bring in just anything, preferring to work with near-by brewers- but he’s expanding his territory a little. And- it’s the only place to watch Six Nations Rugby (albeit, a day late) unless you have a satelite. GO! NOW!

November 17, 2008
Had dinner here with my wife on a Saturday night - it was about 6pm and there was a Penguins game that night. We still got seated within 5 minutes. Only one cask ale available out of three, but several great standard taps. Great bottle selection and the whiskey... wow. The food was terrific and the portions were immense. I ended up taking home a doggie bag and had a very big lunch the next day. Would definitely go again and highly recommend it to English pub fans.

July 7, 2008 [ Updated July 22, 2008 ]
This is a very nice place that left a good impression on me. I was treated well from the moment I walked in. The only reason I went here was because it was the only place I could try a glass of East End 80 Schiling, but I was glad I went. I got there about 11:30 for lunch and the place was pretty much empty. Drew, one of the owner’s, talked with me for a while about english beer in a friendly manner and was very tolerable regarding my rookiness about English beers. If you have a desire for English style beers, this is the palce to go. Many UK beers on tap you cannot find in other locations around Pittsburgh. Very nice atmosphere. I didn’t have any food this time but I hear it is very good irish and english fare that cannot be had anyplace else in the area. Prices on beer were very affordable and they let you try samples of stuff you’re not sure about for free.

December 16, 2007 [ Updated August 5, 2008 ]
A British pub on the Southside. Soccer is always on, and they have a decent, though limited selection of beer. The Fish and Chips is amazing, as is much of the other food. It’s pub fare, but done well. A bit busy at times, but decent service. Overall, a nice place. Not a ton to drink, but better food.

March 6, 2006
Decent draught selection, always a few nitros along with some UK samplings usually not found elsewhere in the city. Great selection of single malts, though! Limited seating at the bar, smallish dining area, combined with a faithful group of patrons can make for a crowed night.

February 6, 2006
Pretty cool bar. I didn’t try the food hear so i don’t know how that is. Has a small selection of beers to choose from, but has some good ones like belhaven. Worth a stop if your in the area.