Jerome Bettis Scores with Grille 36
When I came to Grille 36, I came to do what most people do at a sports bar: watch a game, have a beer, and maybe have a bite to eat. This led me to ask, “Why should I come here instead of somewhere in my neighborhood?” The main reason is location—this is a sports fan’s paradise! Flanked by the river, the skyline, and two major league stadiums, this is as close to spectator paradise as you can get without a ticket.
View of Jerome Bettis Grille 36
Grille 36 boasts a striking profile with its direct view of the entire downtown skyline, including the point and Mt. Washington. A multitude of expansive bay windows surrounding the restaurant gives almost every table an equally scenic view of the river and skyline.
The north shore of Pittsburgh has long been the city’s premiere destination for both sports fans and entertainment seekers. With two stadiums, the Carnegie Museum of Science, and a brand new casino, it is no surprise that numerous restaurants and bars have opened around these venues to support the needs of the area’s patrons. After stepping into Jerome Bettis’ Grille 36, it was immediately apparent why it has become one of the area’s most popular.
The inside of Grille 36 is comparable to some of the nicer metropolitan sports bars that I’ve visited. The focal point of Grille 36 is an immense, oval shaped bar surrounded by pub style tables. This area is flanked on both sides by separate dining sections. As in every sports bar, there are flat screen TVs mounted around the bar so that patrons can enjoy numerous games at the same time.
A second reason to come to Grille 36 is the way the creators have managed to strategically place large displays in almost every part of the bar without creating eye sores. This within itself is a huge victory for the establishment. With overwhelming sports memorabilia and product paraphernalia, I don’t know many women who honestly enjoy hanging out in sports bars, Grille 36 passes the test.
My food experience at Grille 36 was limited since I wasn’t particularly hungry. I basically sampled what my friends ordered—nachos, wings, and spinach dip. All basic pub style food, everything I tried was good. The beer list is not overwhelmingly large, yet it better than what is offered at a restaurant chain. Grille 36 is what its creators intended it to be: a great sports bar with a tremendous view that will persuade even non-sports enthusiasts to give it a try.
Jerome Bettis Grille 36 is located at 375 N. Shore Dr, Pittsburgh PA 15222