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Irish fan heading to Jets game in October - all tips welcome

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by Peter Carolan, Aug 9, 2016.

  1. Peter Carolan

    Peter Carolan New Member

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    Hey Guys,

    I'm heading to my 1st Heinz field game in October vs Jets. Looking for tips on areas to stay and pubs/bars to visit? I'm 30 and up for good bit of socialising.

    Also if anyone else is going and is tailgating would love to be able to meet up for the craic!!

    Thanks in advance,
    Pete
     
  2. muthjv

    muthjv Well-Known Member

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    primantis in the strip
    any and all bars in south side
    fatheads
    grandview saloon at night, take the incline up
    check out station square
    grille 36. go in and take a pee
     
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  3. EddieBurro

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    There really does need to be a saved thread/new forum for this stuff. It's funny how it used to be people would take the time to right out long, detailed, suggestions and now have just been exhausted by these posts to the point they throw out the most ridiculously abbreviated responses (like above: "grille 36. go in and take a pee." LMAO -- everybody on here understands what that means except for, probably, the person asking).
     
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  4. SteelerGlenn

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    I've been suggesting a sticky thread on this subject for while now.
    It would be an huge help and not only for first timers.
     
  5. darcrav

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    i suggested this years and years ago

    the last time this came upn
    i believe someone suggested using the GOOGLE or search threads here using the same device they currently are on.

    THEN......................
     
  6. jeh1856

    jeh1856 Beer is good

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  7. bigsteelerfaninky

    bigsteelerfaninky Well-Known Member

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    TICKETS
    If you can handle it
    The week of the game the steelers release lower level tickets
    They are tickets that the family members don't use
    That's what I do
    One trip we were in section 141 or something and sat next to lagarrette blounts gf and kids and Chris johnsons family
    Kinda cool and much cheaper if you can handle waiting that long for tickets
    You can also buy the 500 level section tix when they go on sale in June. You need to go for the less desirables game, but at least they are face value before Ticketmaster fees.
    Ticketmaster Ticketexchange and StubHub and probably most reliable and safest way to get tickets. Although u usually pay a little more for them there.

    HOTELS

    I stay at Wyndham downtown and walk through a nice park and then the bridge over to the stadium

    Another excellent option is to STAY AT SHERATON STATION SQUARE AND TAKE THE FERRY OVER TO THE GAME! The ferry is an awesome experience for a first-timer going to a game. The Incline is awesome too, which is also at Station Square.
    Closer to the stadium Theres the Hyatt Place which is a very short walk from the Stadium, but typically more expensive However you won't have to worry parking or getting around and can walk to the game. The Casino is al$o very close by.
    Further from the stadium is the airport hotels. They are cheaper but around 12-15 miles from downtown.

    SHOPPING

    As an out of towner I was amazed at the store hometown sports they have any and everything steeler that u may want
    They also have steelers sign autographs sometimes on Saturday.
    The Strip- Go on a Saturday for the full experience. Tons of Street vendors . Expect a big crowd and bring a bag to carry purchases. Parking can be tough but well worth it. You can shop for a variety of items, from hand crafted metal to crafted Native American items, not to mention the ton of Pittsburgh sports items.
    Outlet Malls- about 20 miles away in Washington PA.

    Ross Park Mall- Your typical mall with all the typical stores and places to eat. Keep the wife away from the COACH store or your trip will be much more expensive :)

    RESTAURANTS

    I love eating at Peppis
    You have to get u a Rothlisberger there
    (If your heart can handle it)

    Grille 36 and primanti brothers are a must too

    The Strip- There are great places to eat (Kaya, Pamela's for breakfast, Primanti's)

    Station Square- Hard Rock Cafe Joes Crab Shack and Texas de Brazil just to name a few.

    Maybe the best place to eat in Pittsburgh is Gaucho Parilla Argentina
    It's on Penn Ave.

    THINGS TO DO
    The Duquesne Incline- If you are visiting Pittsburgh, this is a must! Take the incline up to the top and walk Grandview Avenue. You will see breathtaking views of the city. Make sure you are there when the city is lit up at night.

    Zoo&Aquarium- Fun place to spend a day looking
    at interesting animals. They have a great penguin exhibit and the polar bears are entertaining. It is one of largest Zoo's and has a huge Aquarium with exotic animals. There are some rides for the children and a fenced in area with small animals that you can pet and feed.

    Rivers Casino- Great place for tables games and slots machine. Buffet isn't too shabby

    Sports Venues- If you go in September check out the Pirates and PNC Park it may be the most beautiful park in America. Oct-Jan is hockey season go see the Penguins at the Consol Energy Center.
     
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  8. funkysteelersfan

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    I'm curious about the first part of your post about the tickets being available the week of the game. Any further information would be much appreciated.
     
  9. bigsteelerfaninky

    bigsteelerfaninky Well-Known Member

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    usually for at least 4-5 homes games tickets are available and usually in the 100s for face value just check www.ticketmaster.com often starting Monday of the game week
    usually Tuesday and Wednesday I have the most luck with
     
  10. Cali Steel

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    Works for concert tix too. I got front row at soundgarden couple days before show and pit tix for Dead and Co couple days before show...good advice
     
  11. funkysteelersfan

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    Thanks a lot for the info
     
  12. EddieBurro

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    Gaucho Parrilla Argentina: good luck getting in that place in under an hour and a half. Great food, brutal wait.

    Deluca's is also a nice breakfast option in the Strip District (right around the corner from Pamela's Diner).

    I think Fathead's (on Carson St) should be added to the food list.

    In fact, here's a nice list I stumbled upon a while back that actually led me to Gaucho Parrilla Argentina: https://www.thrillist.com/eat/pittsburgh/best-food-to-eat-in-pittsburgh-restaurant-bucket-list

    As mentioned in hotels, Wyndham is a great place to stay. I've stayed there many times for games and, yes, it's a VERY easy walk through Point Park and over the pedestrian bridge to the stadium. One time I stayed there the Redskins were staying there and Chris Cooley was hanging out down in the lobby. I also stayed on the same floor as Bettis for the NFL Kickoff game the year after we won XLIII. The hotel was crawling with former NFL stars.

    There are a lot of nice hotels in town. I prefer the Renaissance. I've never stayed at the Fairmont there but those are obviously very nice in other places. Station Square's Sheraton is in a great spot (I usually park over there and ride The Clipper in). The Omni William Penn is a classic hotel (but the rooms are small).

    Not sure of any signings at Hometowne Sports yet but the weekend before James Harrison, Jack Lambert, and Greg Lloyd will be signing at a different location.

    I always recommend the Heinz History Center too. They've got some great Pittsburgh sports memorabilia on display there.
     
  13. SteelerGlenn

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    I'm going to be there for the Chiefs game. Can you tell me where I can find the info on those signings.
     
  14. EddieBurro

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  15. SteelerGlenn

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  16. EddieBurro

    EddieBurro Well-Known Member

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    No problem
     

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