“I want it to feel like you’re at somebody’s beach house.” Dennis Marron, chef of or, The Whale, is bringing relaxed, beach vibes to Downtown Pittsburgh with the opening of his new restaurant in the Distrikt Hotel. Luckily for anyone working the grind in Downtown Pittsburgh, a carefree, … [Read more...]
Hitchhiker Brewing’s Sharpsburg Location Opens Saturday
The craft beer scene in Sharpsburg is in for a major expansion this weekend with the opening of Hitchhiker Brewing’s second location. The much loved Mt. Lebanon brewery announced in February that they had purchased, and were in the process of renovating the former Fort Pitt Brewing building in … [Read more...]
Acorn Now Open on Walnut Street
Acorn is poised to blossom on Walnut Street in the heart of Shadyside’s shopping district. The restaurant, which will open its doors to the public tonight, September 6, is a combined effort of Chef Scott Walton, Chicago restaurateur Jason Akemann, and Pittsburgh developer Brian … [Read more...]
30 of the Best New Restaurants to Open in Pittsburgh in 2017
It’s not even September yet, and it’s already been a very good year for new restaurants in Pittsburgh. From Kevin Sousa’s long-anticipated Superior Motors in Braddock to a macaroni-and-cheese restaurant in Bridgeville, if you’re looking for a new spot to try, here’s your … [Read more...]
Bar Frenchman, a Casual French-Brasserie from the Twisted Frenchman, is Now Open
They say you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince. For Andrew Garbarino, chef and partner of the Twisted Frenchman, it was staring at different light fixtures, eating from dozens of sets of silverware, and sitting in countless chairs before he could have his dream … [Read more...]
Lawrenceville’s Eleventh Hour Brewing Announces Opening Date
It’s official: Eleventh Hour Brewing has announced plans to open their doors on Thursday, August 31. According to a release, the new brewery, which will be located at 3711 Charlotte Street in Lawrenceville, will offer over 12 different house-brewed beers from a hand-built tap system, as well as … [Read more...]
Tazza D’Oro Coffee Gets Ready for September Opening of New Millvale Location
As the Pittsburgh coffee scene barrels it’s way into the third wave of coffee with trendy shops popping up across the city, no love has been lost for the city’s longtime favorites that have stood the test of time. One of these classic Pittsburgh coffee shops is Tazza D’oro, which opened in … [Read more...]
Livermore Team Opens The Pines, a New Bar and Performance Space in East Liberty
The team behind Bar Marco and the Livermore have opened a new space in East Liberty on Baum Boulevard. The owners say that the aim for this space, called The Pines, is less about being known for great cocktails, and more about being defined by the art and the people who are part of its … [Read more...]
Spacious New Vietnamese Cafe Opens in Lawrenceville
For those who frequently haunt coffee shops, looking for a good place to grab coffee and get some work done, certain hurdles are prone to popping up: There isn’t enough room to spread out. You feel guilty taking up a table for hours. They don’t have substantial food to eat. Phat Nguyen, who … [Read more...]
Honeygrow Announces Opening Date for East Liberty Location
Honeygrow, the Philadelphia-based fast casual restaurant chain with an emphasis on stir fry dishes and fresh salads, has officially announced an opening date for the eatery's first Pittsburgh location. The restaurant will open its doors in East Liberty on Friday, September 8. The menu will … [Read more...]
