The Twisted Frenchman Gets an Actual Frenchman
New general manager Yannick Thomas Comes to Pittsburgh with a wealth of Michelin star experience in Cannes and elsewhere.
Le Virtu Returns to Stagioni on May 1
The 49-ingredient soup is a culinary representation of the transition from winter to spring.
First Look: Soju in Garfield
Simon Chough’s Korean restaurant is six years in the making.
New Chefs Coming to Smallman Galley
Smallman Galley will rotate its third class of chef/owners this June … but this time there’s a twist.
A New Restaurant is Coming from big Burrito Restaurant Group
The owners of Casbah, Eleven, Soba, Kaya, Umi and Mad Mex will open their first new concept in more than a decade.
24 Terrific Pittsburgh Restaurants Open on Monday
There are plenty of options for dining out on a night when many Pittsburgh restaurants are closed.
How Making Juice Changed Sharif Rasheed's Life
The owner of Safi Juice in Garfield left a job he hated to tap into something from his childhood.
A Repurposing Recipe for Leftover Vegetables Soup
PM Dining Critic Hal B. Klein shares a quick recipe for reducing food waste.
Jackie Page-Heidelberg is Catering to a Culinary Quest
The caterer's midlife career shift brings a new sense of purpose.
Re-Open Date Set for Morcilla in Lawrenceville
The flood-damaged restaurant from Justin Severino, Hilary Prescott Severino and Nate Hobart will return with a new menu.
Sharing Knives is Back for Second Season at Ace Hotel
Whitfield Executive Chef Bethany Zozula's collaborative dinner series kicked off with Ben Sloan of Kaya.
Penn Cove Eatery and The Warren Open Downtown
The collaboration between Penn Avenue Fish Company and Subversive Cocktails contains a wine shop, grab-and-go sushi, a bar with a late-night menu and more.
First Look: Poulet Bleu in Lawrenceville
PM dining critic Hal B. Klein takes a look at the new Richard DeShantz restaurant ... and he has the scoop on what's next from the energetic restaurateur.
Avenue B is Closing
The Shadyside restaurant ends its 8-plus year run in a few weeks.
Spoon's Kitchen Stirs Up a New Chef
Chef Jamilka Borges will leave Spoon later this month to pursue a new opportunity.
New Program Aims to Incentivize Purchase of Fresh Produce
The Food Bucks initiative offers SNAP participants expanded access to fruits and vegetables at two area markets.
Choolaah Indian BBQ Opens in East Liberty
The fast-casual Indian restaurant offers healthy, tasty options at affordable price.
Six Penn Kitchen Will Close Next Month
The Downtown restaurant from Eat'n Park Hospitality Group ends its decade-plus run in February.
Miss Pusadee's Garden? We Have Some Good News.
The Tongdee family now operates Burgh Thai in Verona.
Bitter End’s Chicken Dinner Fundraiser
Chefs Becca Hegarty and Rick Easton to cook comfort food to help Hegarty’s mother.
Baby Loves Tacos is (For Real) Open in Bloomfield
Owner Zachary Shell stuffs his restaurant with tasty bites as he aims to fulfill a broader mission.
Courtney McFarlane is Master of the Fire
The Tessaro's grill master found a home in the restaurant's kitchen in 1987.
Pittsburgh Chef to Run for Office
Sonja Finn, chef/owner of Dinette and consulting chef of The Cafe Carnegie, will run for Pittsburgh City Council.
Madeline Bakery and Bistro to Open in Wilkinsburg
The French-inspired bakery will feature croissants, cookies, bread and more.
The Best Restaurant Openings in Pittsburgh in 2017
PM dining critic Hal B. Klein's list of the 10 best openings this year.
Smallman Galley Owners Set Opening Date for Federal Galley
The second offering from the Galley Group opens in Nova Place on Tuesday.
All Ashore! Driftwood Oven Lands A Permanent Home
The popular mobile pizza operation settles down in Lawrenceville this winter.
Just in Time for the Holidays: Miracle Returns to Downtown
The over-the-top holiday-themed bar opens at the Original Oyster House the night after Thanksgiving.
A Delightful Beginning for Bitter Ends Luncheonette
The pocket-sized restaurant, helmed by chef Becca Hegarty, offers an array of farm-fresh food for breakfast and lunch.
Ki Pollo Opens in Lawrenceville
The team behind Ki Ramen opens a fast-casual restaurant serving Korean-style fried chicken and empanadas.
Parts & Service Adds Pizza To Superior Motors
Executive Chef Kevin Sousa and Pastry Chef Kate Carney are cooking sourdough pizza in an outdoor brick oven.
TasteBuds Is Returning To Pittsburgh
The event pairs the city's top chefs with young adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Lidia Bastianich Returns to Pittsburgh
The chef and author celebrates the release of her latest book, "Lidia's Celebrate Like an Italian," at Lidia's Pittsburgh later this month.
The Impossible Burger is Coming to Pittsburgh
Burgatory will debut the plant-based "meat" burger at its six standalone locations next week.
Meet the Federal Galley Chefs
We have the lowdown on who is cooking what in the new North Side food hall from the operators of Smallman Galley.
Becca Hegarty Named One of Zagat’s 2017 National 30 Under 30 Chefs
The talented chef/baker will open a restaurant in Bloomfield this fall.
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).
