USA Guide
The Mid-Atlantic
Nightlife and entertainment
1 31st St Pub 3101 Penn Ave 
412/391-8334 
www.31stpub.com It won't win any prizes for decor, but this place draws a crowd to hear up-and-coming local indie and hardcore bands, plus the odd underground celebrity act from out of town.
2 Brillobox 4104 Penn Ave 412/621-4900 Two prodigal Pittsburghers returning from New York have created a unique bar that's both chic and a fun local spot for watching sports. There's a good jukebox downstairs and a performance space for mostly obscure acts above.
3 Club Café 56–58 S 12th St 412/431-4950 www.clubcafelive.com Laid-back South Side club with regular live music, including rock, folk, and salsa.
4 Dee's 1314 E Carson St 412/431-5400 This South Side institution has a great jukebox, pool, darts, and a lively crowd.
5 Kelly's 6012 Penn Circle S, E Liberty 412/363-6012 Just east of Shadyside, this popular bar offers good beer such as East End Big Hop and eclectic recorded music. Check out punk night on alternate Wed.
6 Mr Small's Theatre 400 Lincoln Ave, Millvale 1-800/594-8499, www.mrsmalls.com . Several miles northeast of downtown off US-28, this converted church hosts most of the mid-sized US and foreign indie rock acts.
7 Piper's Pub 1828 E Carson St 412/431-6757, www.piperspub.com . One of the South Side's most convivial bars and the place for soccer, rugby, and Gaelic football on TV. Imported and US beers are available and the food is decent, especially the breakfasts.
8 Rex Theatre 1602 E Carson St 412/381-6811, www.ticketmaster.com/venue/180366 This former cinema hosts mainly rock shows.