I've visited at least a hundred pubs from the East coast all the way to Hawaii and Piper's is in my top 3 of all time.
Every time I have visited the bartender has been friendly and most importantly, knowledgeable about their food and the beer.
Their beer selection is amazing. They emphasize quality over quantity and for me, they get it right. I appreciate that they go out of their way to always feature about a dozen PA breweries. I love that.
The food is so far beyond typical pub fare that that it's hard to compare to anyone else. The quality is incredible. The Scotch Eggs ($7.95) are a transcendental experience. Of course it may be they last experience you ever have as you are whisked off to the ER to have a Roto-Rooter job on your arteries.
Try either the beef or chicken Shepherd's pie ($9.95) and be prepared to moan with delight. As you can see from the prices there is no need to take out a second mortgage to visit here. It's really quite reasonable.
The number choices available for food on Carson Street are phenomenal but much of it is average at best. Visit Piper's and you'll enjoy some of the finest casual food on the South Side.