8 Best New Restaurants in Pittsburgh in 2022
These 8 new openings bring casual dining to the forefront.
A Smashing Idea! Bridge City Brinery Rolling Out A Smash Burger Food Truck In 2023
Bridge City Smashery will specialize in over-the-top burger combinations and fries.
After A Long Wait, Shorty’s Tap x Taco Has Opened At The Waterfront
The 175-seat “retro-tainment” complex is more food-focused than its sister site on the North Shore.
Take A Trip Dahn Memory Lane With A Hills Snack Bar-Themed Food Truck
An Aliquippa man will launch the vehicle this spring — and Eat’n Park and Giant Eagle are getting into nostalgia, too!
What Local Smash Burger Joint Will Have Sewickley Residents Feeling Over The Moon In 2023?
The chain already has spots in Dormont and at Duquesne University.
Fall In Love With Aslin Beer Co. In The Strip District
The Terminal taproom houses a 10-barrel brewhouse, coffee bar and kitchen.
New Pubs Open on the North Side and Lawrenceville, One Has Its Own Cemetery
The owners of No Names Pub and Monterey Pub welcome people from all walks of life — and death.
Water, Malt and Hops: Big Sewickley Creek Brewery Opens This Month in Economy
The 4,000-square-foot taproom, which focuses primarily on lagers, opens Dec. 16.
Chef Jamilka Borges Says “Buenanoche!” To Pittsburgh With A Puerto Rican Christmas Dinner
The holiday pop-up will take place Dec. 15 at Square Cafe in East Liberty.
Per Your Recommendation: Severina Brings The All-Day Italian Cafe Experience to West View
The newish family-owned business offers everything from breakfast pastries to gourmet pizzas and pasta dishes.
Three Reasons Pittsburgh's Impressive Beer Scene Is Getting Even Bigger
Bonafide is open for business, Lolev debuts in Lawrenceville and Velum Fermentation goes big in the flats
Downtown’s Butcher and the Rye Temporarily Returns as Apres Ski Bar
Closed since 2020, the popular Richard DeShantz restaurant will double as a rustic mountain lodge at least through March.
Local Author Brings The World To Your Breakfast Table In “Paddy Pancake”
The children’s book about a globe-trotting dog includes simple pancake recipes kids can try at home.
It's Christmas Year-Round at Sweets by Mrs. C
At this ice cream parlor and candy shop in Monongahela, Santa’s wife reigns supreme.
Does A Generic Ketchup Brand Make You See Red? Leave a “Tip for Heinz”
The online initiative runs Nov. 30 through Dec. 21.
Commonplace Coffee Changing Locations In Point Breeze, Debuts New Charitable Brew
The company recently partnered with folk artist Jim Pollock and the band Phish on the blend.
Novel Breads Co. Specializes In Literature And Loaves
Products from the sourdough microbakery can be purchased online and at a Mars shop.
Celebrity Chef Guy Fieri Hatches The Fast-Casual Eatery Chicken Guy! in Downtown Pittsburgh
It is the franchise’s first Pennsylvania location, and owners hope it will draw more people to the Golden Triangle.
Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner By Letting Local Chefs Do The Cooking
Here are some restaurants offering holiday catering and specialty takeout dishes.
Sing The Praises of Barley, Malt and hops with the Pittsburgh Beer Choir
The organization holds free, monthly meetups at different breweries.
Much More Than Meat is For Sale at Fat Butcher in Lawrenceville
Customers can also stock up on local cheeses, rubs, sauces and BBQ accouterments.
Millvale to Get its First Grocer in Decades Early Next Year
At Millvale Market, residents will have access to fresh produce, prepared foods and other essential items.
Tu Mangi Take Out Restaurant Wants To Give You a Wedgie (Sandwich)
The Italian take-out restaurant specializes in wedgies, hoagies and Sicilian-style pizza.
Jekyl and Hyde On The South Side Has Been Putting The “Boo” In Booze For 26 Years
Celebrate Halloween year-round at this neighborhood dive bar.
Giddy up! The Hungry Cowgirl Cocina Brings Tex-Mex To Your Doorstep
From a ghost kitchen in the Strip, veteran chefs are taking the delivery-only concept for a spin.
Richard DeShantz Brings The Supper Club Experience to The Rib Room
Located inside Meat & Potatoes Downtown, Prime rib aged in-house and classic seafood dishes will be served to just 32 diners in the private dining space each night.
A Weekend Road Trip Filled With Halloween Spirit
A Saturday drive down the backroads of Beaver and Butler counties is an entire October mood.
European Inspiration: James Cafe Brings High-End Coffee and Healthy Eats to The Strip District
The owners, local real estate developers, plan to open multiple mixed-use properties in the city.
Café on the Corner Serves Soul Food in Pittsburgh With A Side of Community Service
Café on the Corner’s Kitchen of Grace program in Marshall-Shadeland guides young people toward brighter futures.
Two Restaurant Openings: Tacos and Lebanese Street Eats Coming to Cranberry
Condado Tacos and Pita My Shawarma both also have sites in Lawrenceville.
There She Brews! White Whale Bookstore Now Offers Draft Beer
Customers can enjoy a Mindful Brewing Co. pint daily from noon to 7 p.m.
Developers eyeing (and “fry”ing) former Hambone’s space in Lawrenceville
Early plans for the Butler Street spot include a restaurant where fries are the main course.
Go Back In Time While Cheering On The Black-And-Gold At Bottlerocket Social Hall
The Allentown bar and entertainment venue is a ‘70s time capsule with a few modern twists.
Shooters Golf & Bar In McCandless Is A Hole-In-One For Athletes And Foodies
The facility features an outdoor driving range, indoor golf simulators and now a full-service restaurant.
It's Game On At Back to the Foodture In Uptown
The new spot features a full bar, pinball machines, pool tables and a retro toy area for kids.
Blue Sparrow’s Pizza Alley Pop-Up Finds A Home At Dancing Gnome in Sharpsburg
The pies will be served from a vintage Greyhound bus parked behind the brewery.
About This Blog
Hal B. Klein is Pittsburgh Magazine’s associate editor and restaurant critic. He is an award-winning food and drinks writer. In his spare time, Hal can be found in his kitchen, in his garden and exploring the wonders of Pittsburgh. Follow him on Twitter (@HalBKlein) and Instagram (@halbklein).
