Bonfire Food & Drink a Welcome Addition to South Side
The owners of now-closed Avenue B open a dual concept restaurant on East Carson Street.
Kingfly Spirits Will Open Next Month in the Strip District
Blake Ragghianti plans to elevate the art of distilling limoncello, grappa and other Italian spirits.
Pigeon Bagels Will Open a Permanent Location in Pittsburgh
The popular bagel pop-up will settle into Squirrel Hill as early as March.
The Best New Bars in Pittsburgh in 2018
Our columnist Celine Roberts is big on Alpine escapes, Downtown cocktails and Soju.
Adda Coffee and Tea Expands to a Second Location
The coffee house brings its international focus and welcoming atmosphere to the North Side.
First Look: Seasons in Etna
David Bulman’s hyper-local, 12-seat restaurant has the potential to become a dining destination.
Apteka and Whitfield Team Up for a Vegan Christmas Meal
The latest installment of Bethany Zozula's Sharing Knives dinner series brings Apteak co-owners Kate Lasky and Tomasz Skowronski in for an Eastern European feast.
Celebrate the Holidays with an Allegheny River Bar Crawl
Expecting visitors this holiday season? We have you covered with a crawl that includes karaoke, wine, beer and history.
Two New Concepts Coming to Smallman Galley
Crumb, from the founder of Relish, starts a month-long residency on Saturday. Ba-Co begins a year-long lease in January.
Bigger and Brighter, Miracle Returns to Downtown Pittsburgh
The seasonal pop-up bar from Subversive Cocktails immerses imbibers in heaps of holiday cheer.
How Pittsburgh Chefs Spend & Prepare Their Thanksgiving
Seven Pittsburgh chefs share holiday traditions as well as tips for preparing a perfect meal.
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: Reduced Hours and a Chef Change
Two Oakland restaurants now have shorter hours and a chef moves from Downtown to Lawrenceville.
How to Shop Like a Pro for Thanksgiving in Pittsburgh
Our guide to produce, pastries, libations and more will help your table brim with tasty treats from Pittsburgh-area businesses.
Drink Like the French on Beaujolais Nouveau Day
Why and where to celebrate on Thursday, which marks the annual release of the young wine.
New Restaurants That Opened in October in Pittsburgh
A tasting menu restaurant, Brazilian cuisine and new sandwich spot are among the offerings.
See What Pittsburgh’s Restaurant Industry is Doing for Tree of Life Victims
The city’s chefs, bartenders and food truck operators all have organized fundraisers that will take place in the next few weeks.
In Just One Night Pittsburgh Brewers Raise Thousands for Tree of Life Victims
The event, held at Lorelei in East Liberty, had brewers scrambling back to their home bases for additional kegs.
Politics at the Bar? Local Bartenders Have Some Guidelines
How much talk is too much in a charged political climate? Where do bartenders draw the line?
Sarah Thomas Returns to Pittsburgh with a New Friend: Kalamata
Thomas, sommelier at Le Bernardin in New York (and co-creator of The Wine Room at Bar Marco in Pittsburgh) adds children's book author to her resume.
Jessica Lewis Named Executive Chef of Spirits & Tales
The 80-seat restaurant will be located on the 10th floor of the forthcoming The Oaklander Hotel in Oakland.
Comfort, Culture and Feijoada at Casa Brasil
The new pop up restaurant in Highland Park adds a different dimension to the city's offerings of Brazilian cuisine.
Spirit Plans Sensory Bending Benefit Dinner
Pittsburgh chefs, bartenders, artists and musicians will help kick-off the Lawrenceville bar's Vault 3.0 with a benefit for its rooftop garden project.
A New Day for Craft Beer in Pittsburgh
Day Bracey, along with Ed Bailey and Mike Potter, forge a more inclusive approach to craft brewing.
Southern Cuisine Served with a Big Side of Hospitality
Sugar and Smoke owner Andrea Robinson not only wants to feed customers of her new eatery in Bloomfield –– she wants to know their names.
Millie’s Is on the Move, and Kevin Sousa Will Make Ice Cream for Dinner
Millie’s finds a new home in Homestead, and Kevin Sousa will host an ice cream dinner with OddFellows' Sam Mason at Superior Motors in Braddock.
The Black Cat Market is Pittsburgh's Newest Cat Cafe
Co-owners Olivia Ciotoli and Indigo Baloch opened the Lawrenceville location to provide a venue for animal interactions for those without the ability to keep pets themselves.
412 Food Rescue Expands Its Classes on Cooking Surplus Food
Plus, Jamilka Borges is back with a new cohort of outstanding chefs for the organization's annual fundraising dinner.
Pittsburgh Area Food and Drink Events for October
We have your month covered with cider festivals, spooky bar crawls and an African food festival.
Best Buddies Brings TasteBuds Back for a Third Year
And the lineup of chefs is pretty spectacular.
Smallman Galley and Federal Galley Launch New Cocktail Menus
Each of the Galley Group’s bar programs have a unique theme but a similar tie-in … they’re fun.
Chef-Centric Dinner Coming to Pittsburgh in October
ChefsFeed Indie Week puts visiting chefs center stage at Cure in Lawrenceville.
A Day in the Life of Andrew Stump
What's a typical work day like for the co-owner of Madeline Bakery & Bistro?
Get Wild With Food This Weekend
For more than 50 years, a West Virginia group has promoted the virtues of foraged food.
Kate Romane and Mike Rado Return to Lawrenceville
The forthcoming TRYP Hotel is working with two prominent Pittsburgh chefs for its food and beverage program.
Lorelei Brings Outstanding Cocktails and Beer to Beloved Building
The owners of Hidden Harbor and Independent Brewing Company go Alpine for their first East Liberty location.
Iron Born Pizza Sets Opening Date for Second Location
The owners of the popular Detroit-style pizza restaurant in Smallman Galley are set to launch an independent storefront in Millvale.
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).
