The LAB at Armen’s Barrels

Name: The LAB at Armen’s Barrels
Address: 10 McCoy Ln, Washington, PA, United States, 15301-3176
Telephone: (724) 503-4286
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (302)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

10 McCoy Ln, Washington, PA 15301-3176

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

An exquisite dinner menu along with classic martini's, craft cocktails, a wide variety of beer and of course, our handpicked selection of wine from all over the world.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(724) 503-4286
Website
https://thelabatarmensbarrels.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Tahner Paterson
Private party facilities
We believe in offering our guests a true one of a kind dinning experience. With multiple private and shared event spaces available we bring the fine dinning experience to your event. Our events team creates a package that fits your vision from the start.

Location
10 McCoy Ln, Washington, PA 15301-3176
Neighborhood
Washington
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Weekdays Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM
25% off our drinks menu between 4PM and 6PM Tuesday through Thursday

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Charred Eggplant$14.00
over a red pepper muhammara, topped with a walnut and lemon zest gremolata (Vegan)
Balsamic Brussel Sprouts$16.00
house balsamic reduction, crispy bacon, parmesan cheese, lemon zest
House Focaccia$6.00
half loaf with several optional additions
Stuffed Mushroom Caps$17.00
pork sausage ragu & cheese stuffed mushroom caps with roasted garlic-sun dried tomato aioli
Beef Tartare$29.00
center cut sirloin, olive caramel, cured egg yolk, parmesan cheese and chives, over over house focaccia
Fried Calamari$19.00
lightly battered, tossed in mild banana pepper rings & herb butter, served with a tarragon aioli
Chef's Cheese Board$21.00
chef’s choice of cheeses paired with cured meats
Shrimp Scampi $26.00
house Niagara white wine sauce, Ombre tomatoes, garlic and lemon, served with Focaccia toast

The Beginning

Caesar Salad$13.00
Romaine lettuce, house made Baja Caesar dressing, fresh parmesan cheese & black pepper, Focaccia croutons
Seasonal Salad$14.00
Please ask your server for details
Seasonal Bisque$13.00
Please ask your server for details

The Middle

Tuscan Chicken$28.00
pan seared chicken breast in a Tuscan white wine sauce
Two Bone Pork Chop$38.00
two bone Berkshire herb encrusted pork chop
Duck à L'orange$42.00
pan seared duck breast, orange Supremes, house Niagara orange reduction, burnt orange
Lamb$49.00
1/2 Frenched rack of lamb, finished with demi glace
Chilean Sea Bass$52.00
finished with house Niagara beurre blanc
Kobe Mushroom Burger$24.00
Kobe beef, Maitake mushrooms, baker kaiser roll, crispy fried onions, Swiss cheese, garlic aioli; served with fries
Bison$56.00
10 oz bison Ribeye, topped with café de Paris butter
12oz Prime NY Strip$59.00
prime NY Strip finished with a house made demi-glace
8oz Prime Filet$68.00
finished with a house made demi-glace
Gorgonzola Strip Steak $64.00
12oz strip steak with gorgonzola cheese sauce, Cajun crusted

Casual Experience

What 302 people are saying

The LAB at Armen’s Barrels reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

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Loved For

Pittsburgh / Western PA
Innovative
Pittsburgh / Western PA
Contemporary American
Pittsburgh
Innovative
Pittsburgh
Contemporary American

Review summary

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The LAB at Armen's Barrels offers a "phenomenal" dining experience characterized by "amazing service" and "creative fusion" cuisine. Guests rave about the chic atmosphere and attentive staff. Signature dishes like the Chilean Sea Bass and unique barrelhouse setting add to its charm. "Highly recommend" for culinary innovation and "impeccable service."

302 Reviews

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Randall
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best food I think I ever had. The service was amazing. A definite place to visit for excellent service and food
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jim
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went not knowing what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised by our experience. Great service,great food Try the tasting with the owner and learn about the vodka,gin and liqueur they make there. Worth the drive from the south hills
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Shawn
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Lab, and it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was modern yet inviting—sophisticated without being pretentious. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely knowledgeable about the menu, offering thoughtful recommendations without being intrusive. The food? Absolutely phenomenal. Every dish we tried was a creative fusion of flavors, clearly crafted with both precision and passion. The plating was artistic, the ingredients fresh, and the combinations surprisingly delightful. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or someone simply looking for a great night out, The Lab delivers an experience that feels both elevated and approachable. I left not only satisfied but already planning my next visit. Highly recommend The Lab to anyone who appreciates culinary innovation and impeccable service.
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Becca
Atlanta8 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Amazing service. Loved the salad and sides. Our bison steak was overcooked though.
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Mary Anne VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA42 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated Mother’s Day a day early and had a lovely dinner. Amber was our server and she was fantastic! The menu is not extensive but it gives everyone a choice and we all made different selections and we’re all pleased. I was treated to Mother’s Day sangria that was complementary, and I believe mine was Blackberry and it was delicious. We had the Tuscan chicken dish, the ribeye, special bison, and I had the Chilean Seabass. It is a higher price point so you should prepare for that. But the chef and his team have done a wonderful job with the menu and I would recommend this restaurant. My teenage daughter was even impressed with the mocktail that the bartender prepared. Dessert was chocolate mousse and crème brûlée, both delicious. You should definitely check this restaurant out. It’s very cool to see all the barrels in the background of the restaurant. They’ve done a very nice job with the decor as well.
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Amanda
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great date night, recommend doing the wine bottling tour!! Everything was great dinner, drinks, atmosphere & experience! Armen is awesome!
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Seth
Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent. Loved the ambiance. And the service was perfect.
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Anthony
Pittsburgh / Western PA3 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The food was good quality and prepared well, but overpriced for what it is and not particularly interesting. The service was fine. The venue is an old roller rink, dark, with curtains up and awkward sliding doors. Nothing was bad, but it wasn't anything special enough to make me want to return. We did not try the wine, which might be one of the bigger attractions. Beers are macro packaged or drafts from an average local brewery.
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Michelle
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From our welcome to our goodbye everything was fabulous. We never felt rushed. Our server explained everything about meals, wines and spirits in full detail which was very much appreciated. Definitely a 10/10! Hoping more people frequent this locally owned business. Thank you for a great night and experience. We’ll be back!
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Tiffany VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA51 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
4.5 stars. The Lab at Armen's Barrels is a restaurant alongside a working barrelhouse, distillery, and winery. My husband and I ate one dinner here. We enjoyed the flavors of the Chef's Cheese Board, Prince Edward Island Mussels, Duck, sides of potatoes and asparagus, Creme Brûlée, and Blackberry Sangria. However, the risotto tasted just OK, and we ate only a little of it. The employees spoke courteously with us.
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The LAB at Armen’s Barrels is rated 4.7 stars by 302 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

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10 McCoy Ln, Washington, PA 15301-3176

Additional information

Neighborhood
Washington
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Tahner Paterson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://thelabatarmensbarrels.com/
Phone number
(724) 503-4286
Private party facilities
We believe in offering our guests a true one of a kind dinning experience. With multiple private and shared event spaces available we bring the fine dinning experience to your event. Our events team creates a package that fits your vision from the start.

The LAB at Armen’s Barrels

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Weekdays Happy Hour

Small Plates & Shareables

Charred Eggplant$14.00

Balsamic Brussel Sprouts$16.00

House Focaccia$6.00

Stuffed Mushroom Caps$17.00

Beef Tartare$29.00

Fried Calamari$19.00

Chef's Cheese Board$21.00

Shrimp Scampi $26.00

The Beginning

Caesar Salad$13.00

Seasonal Salad$14.00

Seasonal Bisque$13.00

The Middle

Tuscan Chicken$28.00

Two Bone Pork Chop$38.00

Duck à L'orange$42.00

Lamb$49.00

Chilean Sea Bass$52.00

Kobe Mushroom Burger$24.00

Bison$56.00

12oz Prime NY Strip$59.00

8oz Prime Filet$68.00

Gorgonzola Strip Steak $64.00

Casual Experience

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