Terrific beer, knowledgeable friendly staff - what more do you need? For me, East End is the definitive Pittsburgh microbrewery.
And I love that Scott is aware of the times and keeps looking forward. Years ago they blew people's minds with their Big Hop, just before the IPA revolution took off. Now that every brewery is launching a "signature" hoppy beer, East End just held a celebration of dark beers: stouts and porters and coffee porters oh my!
Not to mention the brewery's constant commitment to environmental practices and recycling. Highly recommended.