Alta Via, the much-loved modern Italian restaurant, has announced plans to open a new location downtown. When the Market Square location opens, it will be the second location for the big Burrito restaurant, which features a menu of pasta, seasonal vegetables, and dishes made using the … [Read more...]
10 Fantastic Chocolate Chip Cookies To Try Right Now
Whether you’re a fan of a cookie with a crunch or treat with a little more chew, there’s nothing more satisfying than a fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie — and these 10 Pittsburgh-area bakeries are offering up some of the best ones in town. 350° BakerySouth Side Slopes While 350° Bakery in … [Read more...]
30+ Pittsburgh Restaurants With Outdoor Winter Dining Options
We may be in the middle of some seriously wintery weather, but some Pittsburgh restaurants and breweries are still offering outdoor dining options — at least, depending on what your definition of “outdoor dining” may be. From completely open-air patios and fire pits to fully enclosed tented … [Read more...]
Salty Paws, An Ice Cream Parlor For Dogs, Is Now Open in Lawrenceville
If your favorite four-legged friend deserves a little something special, there's a new shop in Lawrenceville that's catering to pets of all kinds. Salty Paws has just opened on Butler Street, offering ice cream and baked treats made especially for dogs (and cats, too). The shop is part of a … [Read more...]
20 New Restaurants in Pittsburgh to Try This Fall
It's been a busy time in the Pittsburgh restaurant industry, with dozens of new spots (and some second locations of old spots) opening in the last few months. From a classic burgers-and-fries joint to a Detroit-style pizza restaurant, these 20 new restaurants in Pittsburgh are worth trying. … [Read more...]
The Team Behind the Independent Brewing Company is Opening a Brewery in Homestead
The owners of some of Pittsburgh's most-loved restaurants and bars have announced a brand-new project: Their very own brewery. Pete Kurzweg, who owns the Independent Brewing Company, Lorelei, and Hidden Harbor, says that he and his team are opening Golden Age Beer Company, a brewery and taproom … [Read more...]
Where to Find the Best Homemade Pepperoni Rolls in Pittsburgh
While pepperoni rolls may be West Virginia's state food, you can find some pretty fantastic ones here in Pittsburgh, too. The Appalachian baked good, made with fresh bread dough and spicy pepperoni rounds or sticks (sometimes with melted mozzarella cheese, too), are thought to have been … [Read more...]
How To Take the Ultimate Pittsburgh Pierogi Road Trip
As Pittsburgh continues to grow as one of the nation’s top food cities, we're blessed to be surrounded by the latest and greatest food trends. But, there's one traditional dish that remains especially close to our hearts - the pierogi. Like steel and bridges, Pittsburgh and pierogies are synonymous … [Read more...]
All The Best Festivals Coming to Pittsburgh in 2021 (So Far)
Festivals and events are back! As pandemic restrictions continue to ease, more of our favorite neighborhood festivals, food truck roundups, and live shows are returning this year. So mark your calendars, because we've rounded up your ultimate 2021 Pittsburgh to do list. Ongoing Saturday … [Read more...]
Beer Garden Pop-Up Allegheny Overlook Now Open Downtown
Summer has just gotten a little cooler in Pittsburgh. Allegheny Overlook, a pop-up park on Fort Duquesne Boulevard, just across the river from PNC Park, is officially open for the summer season. The park, from Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership, features a fixed stage for regular concerts, a … [Read more...]