Author: Sean Collier
We scour Allegheny County (and beyond) and visit the region’s neighborhoods and municipalities to bring you our favorite things to do, eat, drink, buy and more.
Sean Collier ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Rachel Weaver LaBar ,
Alexa Mavrogianis ,
Annie Siebert ,
Estelle Tran ,
Amy Whipple ,
Photos by Kristi Jan Hoover ,
There’s a reason all of the out-of-town trend pieces praising Pittsburgh’s 21st-century rebirth seem to focus on these neighborhoods. This thriving part of the city is where design, the arts, restaurant culture and high-end shopping are integrated into Pittsburgh’s working-class bones. The character of these communities has remained fundamentally unchanged even as commerce and culture have experienced a time of unprecedented growth.
Each borough and municipality in this northeastern corner of Allegheny County contains surprises. To those who live along the river’s edge, they’re familiar, hometown destinations and sights; to visitors, they’re spots worth making the drive out along (the finally construction-free) Route 28. Make a day trip to explore a chunk of the region off the beaten path — you might get so attached that you start thinking about a permanent move up the river.
Reviews of "The Secret Life of Pets" and "Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates," plus local movie news and notes.
Row House Cinema debuts music on the big screen. The Funhouse at Mr. Smalls is the place to go for acts that still are building a following.
Reviews of "The Legend of Tarzan," "The Purge: Election Year" and "Swiss Army Man," plus local movie news and notes.
Perhaps the most impressive aspects of IQ Escape in Ross Township are the stagecraft and setting. The rooms are elegant, convincing and immersive.
We scoured the region to bring you 53 items we’ve deemed this year’s “Best of the ’Burgh,” as well as 8 stellar local Instagram accounts you don’t want to miss.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
You won't want to skip these trendy throwback classes (dodgeball, anyone?) at the former YMCA in East Liberty.
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best place to find dope threads and where to go to get groomed in style.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best place to develop a comic book obsession, where to go to make your own glassware and a Tour de Force improv act.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best team in the NHL and a celebrated hotel pet.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best place to take a dip with your dog and a restored lotus pond.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best place to find a dream of an ice cream cone and where to order a decadent cake for breakfast.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best old-school shoe repair shop and a bar with a burgeoning bobblehead collection.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best stretch of the Pittsburgh Marathon and a living building.
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best place to go glamping and an intriguing way to "Listen to Your Mother."
Sean Collier ,
Kristofer Collins ,
Richard Cook ,
Lauren Davidson ,
Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff ,
Kellie B. Gormly ,
Cassidy Gruber ,
Mark Houser ,
Hal B. Klein ,
Taylor Maple ,
Mike May ,
Jesseca Muslin ,
Katerina Procyk ,
Brian Trimboli ,
In honor of the 2015-16 Pittsburgh Penguins, Sean Collier reviews the two bars in which he's watched the Pens hoist the cup.
Reviews of "The Conjuring 2," "Warcraft" and "Maggie's Plan," plus local movie news and notes.
The new bar carries the legacy of two bygone establishments and is an easy winner in the middle of the river.
Reviews of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows," "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping" and "Me Without You," plus local film news and notes.
This year's class of Three Rivers Arts Festival music headliners share little in common — besides consistently delivering stellar performances.
Reviews of "X-Men: Apocalypse," "Alice Through the Looking Glass," "A Bigger Splash" and "Love and Friendship."
We've got the schedule for the summer's Rooftop Shindigs Downtown.
This month: The Tekko anime convention, 2016 U.S. Open Events and Voodoo Brewing Company's new business model.
Plus reviews of "The Nice Guys" and "Neighbors 2," as well as local movie news and notes.
Uber teamed with the Western Pennsylvania Humane Society for the first local offering of UberPUPPIES, a fundraiser and adoption drive previously seen in other Uber markets.
The in-house tavern at the Riverhounds' home stadium is now welcoming guests during weekdays. But is it worth a dedicated stop?
Make the night memorable. Go see a movie then do something thematically related and cool afterward. Don't worry, we have plenty of ideas.
The superhero throwdown caps a hot streak for the comic studio. Plus local movie news and notes.
The Abbey on Butler — part coffeehouse, part restaurant, part bar — could prove to be a major Lawrenceville destination.
Reviews of "Mother's Day," "Keanu," "Green Room" and local film news and notes.
Cho will perform for a three-night special event in Pittsburgh in May.
The case against TouchTunes, the streaming music loudspeaker that can't stop screwing up the vibe at local bars.
Reviews of "Everybody Wants Some!!" and "The Huntsman: Winter's War," plus local movie news and updates.
This month: The Steel City Reptile Expo, overdue steel city comebacks, and area teens make TV about making TV.
The online museum depicts art and artifacts from museums around the world in stunning detail.
Pirates leadoff hitter John Jaso is ready for the challenges that come with a new team and a new position.
New bar and taco joint Bakersfield hits the mark with inexpensive drinks and grub.
Reviews of "The Jungle Book," "Midnight Special" and more local film news and thoughts.
Set your calendar for great beer (and food, and music, and spirits and more) throughout Pittsburgh Craft Beer Week.
Our weekly roundup of local film happenings visits a top local festival, new wide releases and more.
A review of the Hank Williams biopic, plus news on the Banff Mountain Film Fest and other local movie happenings.
We rank the best (and worst) non-baseball reasons to head to PNC Park.
The rushed and sloppy superhero meetup isn't just disappointing; it's plain bad. Plus a review of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2" and more.
The play by Annie Baker, which won the 2014 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, will be performed in Pittsburgh in April.
For more than 50 years, the Lawrenceville landmark has been part bowling alley, part nightclub and always ridiculously fun.
A confused review of the sci-fi dud, plus news on local film festivals opening today and more.
Pirates catcher Francisco Cervelli has become loved by fans and teammates alike — and the feeling is mutual.
The North Shore bar has everything you need to follow the action (and fill up while you watch).
