Been down the BLG a handful of times and have enjoyed every time I have went!
If you are going to the Consol Energy Center, you have to hit the Blue Line Grill first, it's a must. It's the perfect location...right across the street from the arena. From Concerts, to Pens games we always make sure we head to the city early to beat the traffic and chill with our favorite Bartender Jason...aka Smutzy. What a delight this guy. Constantly making us laugh with out going over the level of professionalism. No matter what type of guests i brought with me, to what ever type of event we were going too, everyone LOVED Jason.
The BLG is huge, and can no doubt get a little jammed by the front door during events, but that's why you get here a little early to relax and have some cocktails served up by the Smutz. So get your ass away from the front door and head the upstairs. Or to the back..the joint has space to roam. Find what bar Jason is at, and you will never be let down with service....the guy and the staff hustle.