1208 5th Ave Downtown, Pgh, PA 15219

Building Details

Building materials

Brick

Architectural style

Other

Listing agent Rick Schweikert Show Phone

Listing office COLDWELL BANKER REALTY g***@pittsburghmoves.com 9600 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, PA Show Phone

Listing date Mar 4, 2026

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Overview

This property is a historic restaurant building operating as Shale's Cafe with two bar areas and an outdoor patio. The first and second floors are occupied by the restaurant, while the third floor contains a 2BR apartment above the dining space.

The address is 1208 5th Ave in Downtown Pittsburgh, PA 15219. The public remarks describe the site as located across from the stadium, next to Duquesne University, and near UPMC hospital, which may support office, entertainment, or retail use depending on requirements. The liquor license is stated as negotiable.

For an owner-operator or investor, the building’s vertical layout allows a restaurant concept with an on-site residential component under one roof. Buyers evaluating the asset should confirm suitability for their intended office, entertainment, or retail plan under the existing UPR-A zoning and review the terms around the negotiable liquor license.

Suggested Use

Restaurant Real Estate Agency Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Auto Parts Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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City

Pgh

County

Allegheny

State

Pennsylvania

Longitude

-79.988526

Latitude

40.438531

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Conventional restaurant - Historic restaurant with two bar areas, outdoor patio, and a 2BR apartment above, creating flexible on-site use.

Where is this conventional restaurant located?

The property is located at 1208 5th Ave Downtown Pgh, PA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $325,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Prime location across from the stadium and next to Duquesne University; Existing bar/restaurant (Shale's Cafe) with two bar areas and outdoor patio; Includes a 2BR apartment above the cafe