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25 Mouth-Watering Things to Eat in Pittsburgh Right Now

June 25, 2016 by Emily Catalano Leave a Comment

The ricotta toast at Smallman Galley's Carota Cafe
The ricotta toast at Smallman Galley’s Carota Cafe

With so many good bites in Pittsburgh right now, consider this only a partial list. But it’s a start… Now, get eating!

1. Buckeye Doughnuts at Just Good Donuts 

How I Spent My Night 🙂

A photo posted by @mindybakes on May 27, 2016 at 3:12am PDT

Just Good Donuts, located in the Pub Chip Shop has some pretty good doughnuts – just like the name promises. Our favorite? The Buckeye doughnut, topped with chocolate icing and filled to the brim (and then some) with peanut butter buttercream.

2. Chiang Mai Curry at Noodlehead 

The best thai street food in town @noodleheadpgh This is the delicious Chaing Mai curry, a dish from Northern Thailand and this is just as good as being in Thailand. #noodlehead #noodleheadpgh #pittsburghfoodie #indulgenteaterpittsburgh #noodles #thaifood #thaicurry #thaistreetfood #pittsburghnoodles #indulgentreats #localeats #pittsburghfoodscene #myfab5 #shadyside #highlandavenue

A photo posted by @indulgenteater on May 8, 2016 at 6:50am PDT

Noodlehead’s Chiang Mai Curry, with pickled mustard greens, chicken and yellow curry coconut milk sauce is a fan favorite, thanks to its deliciously spicy kick.

3. Québécoise Poutine at Franktuary 

A photo posted by ? (@yolkish) on May 21, 2016 at 5:34pm PDT

It’s so hard to choose just one of the poutines at Franktuary, but man, do we love the original Québécoise, topped with just cheese curds and brown gravy. It’s classic, it’s comforting, and it’s worth getting a full order just for yourself.

4. Alitas de Pollo at Gaucho Parilla Argentina 

We don’t go on dates ?

A photo posted by ? (@mianavia) on Apr 8, 2016 at 2:34pm PDT

Let’s get this out of the way first: You can never make a wrong choice at Gaucho Parilla Argentina. Except maybe not ordering these Alitas de Pollo, Gaucho’s whole chicken wings tossed in quiquiramichi hot sauce and grilled lemons.

5. Wood-Fired Buttermilk Pancakes at The Commoner

Wood fired buttermilk pancake and it’s wondrous. #woodfired #buttermilk #pancake #sage #portwine #cherry #cherries #whiskey #syrup #maplesyrup #brunch #breakfast #sunday #staycation #instafood #instagood #nom #foodie #foodporn #foodgasm #pittsburgh #foodphoto #foodpics #foodphotography @thecommonerpgh

A photo posted by Caitlyn Lang (@gluttonista) on Jun 19, 2016 at 8:55am PDT

Wood fired buttermilk pancakes. Do we really need to say more? Okay, how about sage and port-wine cranberries, and whiskey barrel-infused maple syrup? We knew that would get you.

6. Peanut Butter & Ritz Ice Cream at Antney’s Ice Cream

Guess who’s open for the season? Peanut Butter and Ritz Crackers from #antneysicecream #icecream #Pittsburgh #pgheats #mooseyinpittsburgh

A photo posted by Carla Cardello (@chocolatemoosey) on Mar 26, 2016 at 1:39pm PDT

Because the flavors at Westwood’s Antney’s Ice Cream shop change so frequently, we can’t promise that you’ll find the awesomely sweet and salty Peanut Butter & Ritz flavor on the menu – but we can promise that we’ve been going to the scoop shop for years, and we’ve never had a dish of their creamy, homemade ice cream that we haven’t liked.

7. Ricotta Toast at Carota Cafe in Smallman Galley  

One of the best bites I’ve had in awhile… and definitely the best $5 I’ve spent all week. Fresh ricotta with honey, black pepper, herbs and sea salt on toasted sourdough. @carotacafepgh is killing it with this one!

A photo posted by Good Food Pittsburgh (@goodfoodpgh) on May 21, 2016 at 9:09am PDT

Carota Cafe’s fresh ricotta, piled high on toasted sourdough bread and topped with honey, black pepper, herbs and sea salt is one of the best bites we’ve had in a long time. If you see it on the menu, get it – trust us.

8. The Balboa at Carson Street Deli & Craft Beer Bar

@bullfrogbrewery Funnyfarm House Sour Cider with a side @carsonstdeli.craftbeerbar deliciousness. ???

A photo posted by CraftPittsburgh Magazine (@craftpittsburgh) on Jun 21, 2016 at 2:03pm PDT

It’s been named one of the best Italian sandwiches in Pittsburgh, and…. we agree. It has fresh-cut sopressata, genoa salami, prosciutto, spicy capicola and hard salami, plus provolone and roasted red peppers thrown in for good measure.

9. Pierogies at Apteka

When in Da Burgh=pierogi. Sauerkraut + mushroom & Smoked potato + parsnip+ turnip greens.

A photo posted by Andrew Knowlton (@andrewoknowlton) on Apr 7, 2016 at 4:12pm PDT

Are Apteka’s pierogies as good as your Babcia’s? Umm…. better not let her hear your answer. Sauerkraut + mushroom, Smoked potato + parsnip + turnip greens and Yogurt + mustard. And they’re all pretty fantastic.

10. Chocolate Flower Tortes at Colangelo’s Bakery 

A photo posted by Natalie Clay (@natalie_clay) on Mar 3, 2016 at 4:21pm PST

Colangelo’s is known for their fresh-made meles and cannolis. But we’re all about the chocolate tortes. These mini, flower-shaped flourless tortes are the perfect sweet treat to enjoy after some Strip District shopping, and (we know from experience) one is never enough.

11. The Pittsburgh Salad at Whitfield 

The #Pittsburgh salad just got a whole lot better. Friday lunch at @whitfieldpgh, with their fried chicken salad of vinaigrette-coated greens and a house buttermilk ranch. And fries on top. So I’m in food heaven.

A photo posted by Good Food Pittsburgh (@goodfoodpgh) on Feb 5, 2016 at 9:48am PST

Who doesn’t love a Pittsburgh salad? Load up those greens with cheese, fried chicken and French fries, and we’re happy. And when  you add two kinds of dressing (including homemade Buttermilk ranch)? It’s a very good thing.

12. Fried Chicken at Union Pig & Chicken 

Cluck and oink! ??? #Pittsburgh

A photo posted by J E F F R E Y W A R D (@thecandybandit) on Apr 9, 2016 at 4:11pm PDT

Good fried chicken is hard to find. But great fried chicken? Look no further than at East Liberty’s Union Pig & Chicken, with their take on this fried Southern classic. Extra points if waffles are on the menu when you visit, too.

13. Bone Marrow at Meat & Potatoes

Hands down the best meal I’ve ever had. And about a months worth of fatty acids, lipids, vitamins and proteins… But sooo worth it! #bonemarrow #foiegras #duck #waygubeef #foodiecitypgh

A photo posted by Kaela Tong (@kaelajune) on May 15, 2016 at 5:34pm PDT

Going to Meat & Potatoes? Get the bone marrow. Seriously.

14. The Thin Man at Thin Man Sandwich Shop 

All that chicken liver mousse! @thinmansandwichshop #stripdistrict

A photo posted by Tim Robes (@ironrobes) on Apr 8, 2015 at 8:59am PDT

Of course Thin Man Sandwich Shop chose this one as their signature sandwich… who wouldn’t want their name attached to this perfection? The Thin Man is made with their house chicken liver mousse (we always pick up a half-pint container to go), local bacon, endive, red wine vinaigrette and served on a toasty baguette, and if you’ve never been, it’s a great introduction to the menu.

15. Al Pastor Taco at tako 

live everyday like its #tacotuesday. (?: @jmatarazz)

A photo posted by täkō (@tako_pgh) on May 11, 2016 at 2:52pm PDT

There are way too many amazing tako tacos to choose from, and we were seriously torn between the Al Pastor and the Korean. And the Carnitas. And the Chorizo. Anyway, the moral of the story is to get as many different kinds as you think you can eat, but definitely save room for the classic Al Pastor, with roasted pineapple and avocado salsa.

16. Popcorn Panna Cotta at Station 

Popcorn panna cotta, because we’re on a panna cotta kick, it seems. #popcorn #pannacotta #saltedcaramel #caramel #instafood #instagood #foodgasm #dessert #dessertgasm #dessertporn #sweets #dinner #saturday #pittsburgh #nom #foodpic #foodphoto #foodphotography

A photo posted by Caitlyn Lang (@gluttonista) on Jun 18, 2016 at 7:14pm PDT

The Popcorn Panna Cotta has been on Station’s dessert menu since the Bloomfield restaurant opened last year, and we hope that it never goes away. With carmamelized popcorn and salted caramel on top of cool, creamy house-made panna cotta, we couldn’t imagine ending a meal at Station any other way.

17. Mac & Cheese at The Vandal 

God bless #macandcheese.

A photo posted by Sabrina Robinson (@sabrinaspiherrobinson) on Apr 22, 2016 at 10:43am PDT

The menu at The Vandal in Lawrenceville changes regularly, but one thing is almost always certain: their super-creamy, super-comforting Mac & Cheese, topped with buttery, toasted breadcrumbs. It’s filling enough for a meal, but perfectly acceptable as a side.

18. Ricotta Ravioli at e2

E2 is the BEST restaurant in Pittsburgh. If you need a place to go tonight, just trust me and go there. This ricotta ravioli is bae ? (Ricotta Ravioli with roasted hazelnuts, sage, brown butter, currants and sausage) #foodie #pgh #412eatz #pittsburgh #e2 #pasta #bestpittsburghrestaurant #bestfoodpittsburgh #myfab5

A photo posted by 412 Eatz (@412eatz) on Apr 23, 2016 at 9:21am PDT

Or really, anything at e2. We’ve never had a single bite of food at Kate Romane’s Highland Park restaurant that has ever been anything short of amazing, but we’ve got to make special note of Romane’s Ricotta Ravioli, made with sage, hazelnut brown butter and Sambuca-soaked currants. You’ll have the option to get it with sausage, and yeah… that’s pretty a good idea.

19. The Fancy Burger at Butterjoint

So fancy.

A photo posted by Adam Miller (@adammillerrr) on Mar 16, 2016 at 6:02pm PDT

The ‘Fancy’ burger at Butterjoint changes almost every day, so you never know what you’re going to get… though (we promise), it’s always going to be good. Butterjoint’s burgers are made with grass-fed beef that they ground in-house daily, and the fancy burger toppings change depending on what’s available that day, and depending on what chef/owner Trevett Hooper happens to be playing around with in the kitchen at any given time.

20. Red Velvet Cupcakes at Oakmont Bakery

One of @goodfoodpgh’s favorites: Red Velvet cupcakes at #OakmontBakery. #pittsburgh #goodfoodpgh #sweets #eatup #dessert #redvelvet #eeats #blogginglife

A photo posted by Highly Social Media (@highlysocialmedia) on Dec 31, 2015 at 8:23am PST

Walk into Oakmont Bakery and you’ll see dozens of cookies, cupcakes, doughnuts, and other freshly-baked treats that have made the Oakmont bake spot so famous. We’ve had plenty of tasty bites there over the years, but their Red Velvet cupcakes – red velvet cake, filled and iced with cream cheese frosting – is at the top of our list.

21. Texas French Toast at DeLuca’s Diner

A photo posted by Luvjoi? (@one_joi) on Apr 2, 2016 at 11:03am PDT

DeLuca’s Diner was a Pittsburgh staple long before Man vs. Food came to town… now, it’s just a little harder to get a table. But when you do, order the Texas Cinnamon French Toast, thick-cut slices of fried bread, powdered sugar and cinnamon syrup. It’s kind of the best way to start your day.

22. Watermelon Kiwi Popsicles at Stickler’s 

Made some more Watermelon Kiwi today. Look for them and more pops at @52ndstmarket and @feastonbrilliant starting Friday. #sticklers #popsicle #wholesale #summer

A photo posted by Stickler’s Ice Pops (@sticklerspgh) on Jun 7, 2016 at 6:31pm PDT

Not only are they adorable, Stickler’s Watermelon Kiwi popsicles (one of their best-sellers) are also one of the most refreshing bites in town. They’re made with fresh watermelon juice, with just a bit of kiwi juice on the bottom, giving it a its true-to-watermelon look.

23. Pho at Tan Lac Vien 

Mm mm #Pho.. 🙂

A photo posted by Dani (@daniellis1973) on Jun 14, 2016 at 4:02pm PDT

Looking for the best pho in Pittsburgh? Head to Squirrel Hill’s Tan Lac Vien, for their traditional Vietnamese dish. And if you want to eat pho like a pro, sip the broth before you add any of the garnishes – let it tell you if you need a little spice, a little lime, or any of the bitter herbs.

24. Tropical Guacamole at Kaya

Tropical Guacamole at Kaya #appetizer #apps #guacamole #guac #avacado #mango #fruit #chips #food #pgh #pittsburgh #eat #delicious #breakfast #lunch #dinner #meal #restaurant #foodporn #instafood #hungry #gourmet

A photo posted by @412feedme on May 6, 2016 at 2:16pm PDT

For more than two decades, Kaya has been one of Pittsburgh’s best restaurants – at times, it seemed like one of Pittsburgh’s only restaurants. And while you can’t go wrong with Kaya’s Crispy Fish Tacos, Jamaican Jerked Wings, or their Thursday-night Fried Chicken, we always start our meal with their Tropical Guacamole, a delicious mix of sweetness and spice.

25. The Pitts-burger at Primati Bros. 

Pit stop at Primanti Bros for a sandwich with the works – coleslaw & French fries on the sandwich. #pittsburgh #sandwich #primantibros #WEtravel #iconic

A photo posted by Kara Newman (@newman_kara) on May 19, 2016 at 7:19am PDT

Yes, the Pittsburgh food scene is about so much more than Primanti’s… but you’ve got to give it to a classic. Our order changes every time we visit the world-famous sandwich shop, but the Pitts-burger, made with a grilled beef patty and stuffed with their fries and crunchy cole slaw (of course), is always a favorite.

There are dozens and dozens of other mouth-watering things to eat in Pittsburgh right now… So what did we miss? Share in our comments. 

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