Ahhhh.... is there anything better than an ice-cold beer on a hot Pittsburgh day? We don't think so. That's why we're so glad that there's so many new places to grab a brew in town right now. Lincoln Avenue Brewery Bellevue Photo: Lincoln Avenue Brewery Bellevue has finally got its … [Read more...]
Spork’s Garden Tasting Menu is a Must-Try This Summer
If you've driven down Penn Avenue this summer, you may have noticed an expansive garden in the lot next to Spork restaurant. This is the "Spork Garden," and this flourishing plot of land is responsible for providing the restaurant with a bounty of fresh and local produce. Yields from the garden … [Read more...]
11 Excellent Things to Eat, Drink & Experience in August
August is one of the best foodie months in Pittsburgh. Not only can you find fantastic local produce (hello, tomatoes, peaches and corn), but there are also stellar festivals and events happening every weekend. We've rounded up the very best things to eat, drink, and experience in the hottest month … [Read more...]
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Pittsburgh Right Now
I don't work in a traditional office setting, so I don't have a "water cooler" where people hang out and gossip about happenings in the city. Despite this fact, here at GoodFoodPittsburgh.com, we try to pay attention to what restaurants are getting a lot of air time, and over the past few … [Read more...]
The Perfect Pittsburgh Cookout Checklist
Photo: Mancini's Bakery Summer is the season of the barbeque... and here at GoodFoodPittsburgh.com, we want to make sure you have the best meal possible. Of course that means eating a ton of local, Pittsburgh-made treats. Below we've rounded up everything you need to have the ultimate … [Read more...]
A Beef Jerky Shop With 100+ Varieties Is Now Open in Pittsburgh
A new specialty store just opened in the Strip District, and this one is for all the meat-lovers out there. The Beef Jerky Outlet has more than 100 varieties of jerky opened earlier this season at 57 18th Street, offering lots of different kinds of jerky, including kangaroo, venison, elk and … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh’s Best New Wine Bar is in the South Hills
With an atmosphere like this, you may think you're in Italy. Or Spain. Or maybe even the south of France. Truth be told? You’re hanging out in Pittsburgh at the South Hill's newest wine bar. With just a few sips, Apericena transports guests to alluring destinations around the world. With their … [Read more...]
Taqueria + Pizzeria with 35 Drafts on Tap Now Open in Friendship
Photo: SYN Taqueria + Pizzeria Tacos, pizza, and beer... a new restaurant in East Liberty is giving you everything you could want. SYN Taqueria & Pizzeria is now open in the former Sharp Edge Beer Emporium location in Friendship, offering a unique combination of cuisines. Photo: SYN … [Read more...]
You Ask, We Answer: Pittsburgh’s Best Ramen
Photo: Fujiya Ramen Welcome back to the latest edition of You Ask, We Answer, where we try to answer your Pittsburgh-related food questions! Have a question for us about dining out in Pittsburgh? Email tips@goodfoodpittsburgh.com, and we'll do what we can to help! Q. Ramen... Best ramen? - … [Read more...]
11 Great Places to Eat Oysters in Pittsburgh
For a landlocked city like Pittsburgh, fresh seafood many not be the first food that springs to mind, but we're actually lucky to have a plethora of restaurants flying in fresh oysters from all over the country - time to enjoy! As we're officially in the thick of summer, there is no better time … [Read more...]