Mesa to Open in Former Conflict Kitchen Space
Robert Sayre opens a restaurant with a New Mexico-inspired menu at the Schenley Plaza location.
First Look: Iron Born at Smallman Galley
Pete Tolman's Detroit-style pizza at the Strip District restaurant incubator is a must-get.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Best Restaurant Party Preview
Plus, BRGR opens Downtown and we say farewell to the first class of Smallman Galley chefs.
Pittsburgh Bartenders Give Back By Keeping Time
The Pittsburgh chapter of the USBG partners with Campari USA to create a calendar that will benefit Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
Station's Hours Expand and Le Lyonnais Opens Downtown
Station, the excellent Bloomfield eatery, now offers lunch service. The Big Y Group opens a French bistro in the space previously occupied by Sonoma Grille.
Severino Stirs Up Controversy By Serving Horse
The executive chef/co-owner of Cure and Morcilla responds to backlash to his recent Cure'ated Dinner Series menu.
Legume Bistro Turns 10
Trevett and Sarah Hooper's Oakland restaurant is beloved by everyone from seasonal to special occasion diners.
Steven Soderbergh Brings Bolivian Spirit to Pittsburgh
The award-winning director/producer returns to the city where he spent part of his childhood with Singani 63.
Scratch Food & Beverage Has a New Executive Chef
Brandon Blumenfeld introduces an American gastropub menu at the Troy Hill bar.
Meet the New Smallman Galley Chefs
The owners of the Strip District restaurant incubator have selected its new lineup of restaurants.
New Option for Lunch: Union Standard in Downtown Pittsburgh
Derek Stevens' eatery will offer a daytime menu selection of starters, salads, sandwiches and entrees.
An Important Pittsburgh Birthday: Wigle Whiskey Turns Five
The Strip District distillery is celebrating with a release of a rare whiskey, parties and a new Downtown tasting room.
Dish Osteria and Bar To Close
The beloved Pittsburgh institution will serve its last meal in April.
Kamayan Feast Coming To Kaya in the Strip District
Executive Chef Ben Sloan will offer a festive, eat-with-your-hands spread on Tuesday nights.
Booze, Beer and Bars: Pittsburgh's Fascinating History of Drink
Bartender Sean Enright and journalist Cody McDevitt dive into Pittsburgh's boozy history with "Pittsburgh Drinks: A History of Cocktails, Nightlife & Bartending Tradition."
Burgh'ers Is Set To Open in Lawrenceville
The farm-to-burger restaurant's move to Lawrenceville is nearly a decade in the making.
Justin Severino's Cross-Country Move
The executive chef/co-owner of Cure and Morcilla takes his celebrated charcuterie to Los Angeles.
CSA Day Reminds Pittsburghers (and Beyond) To Support Local Farms
It's the third year running for the concept, which was created by Simon Huntley of Pittsburgh's Small Farm Central.
Union Standard Will Open This Weekend
The highly anticipated restaurant from Derek Stevens is located in the Union Trust building Downtown.
Casellula @ Alphabet City Brings Cheese Forward in Pittsburgh
The offshoot of the popular NYC cheese bar offers a deep fromage menu, small plates, wine and more.
Whitfield at Ace Hotel Introduces ‘Sharing Knives’ Dinner Series
Bethany Zozula, the restaurant's executive chef, pairs with those close to her for the new collaborative dinner series.
Restaurant Industry Fundraiser to Aid Injured Chef
Zach Behm was chef de cuisine at Cure in Upper Lawrenceville at the time of a July car wreck.
G&G Noodle Bar Downtown Will Close
Its shuttering is the first significant Pittsburgh restaurant closing of 2017.
Ki Ramen Coming to Pittsburgh This Year
Chefs Domenic Branduzzi and Roger Li to partner on a Lawrenceville noodle house.
Chef Kevin Sousa Still Moving Forward With Superior Motors
An easing back into the public eye sparks a renewed interest in the groundbreaking Pittsburgh chef’s long-delayed Braddock restaurant.
Best New Restaurants in Pittsburgh in 2016
Pittsburgh Magazine's Dining Critic Hal B. Klein's list of the six top openings of the year.
Miracle on Liberty Pops Up in Pittsburgh
The holiday themed cocktail bar is one of around 20 international Miracle popups.
The Café Carnegie Now Open in Oakland
Chefs Sonja Finn and Becca Hegarty helm the refurbished restaurant at the Carnegie Museums.
Some of e2's Most Beloved Dishes Are Back
Chef Kate Romane, now of Black Radish Kitchen, launches Love and Meatballs CSA this week.
First Look: DiAnoia's Eatery
The new Strip District restaurant is poised to fill a gap in Pittsburgh's restaurant landscape.
Best Buddies Brings Pittsburgh Chefs Together For A Good Cause
Tastebuds at Rivers Casino will pair top Pittsburgh chefs with people living with intellectual disabilities for an evening of fun food.
A Brazilian Feast Coming to the Carnegie Museum of Art
São Paulo chef Ana Luiza Trajano visits Pittsburgh as part of the museums food-meets-art FEAST series.
First Look: Pork & Beans
The highly anticipated restaurant from chefs Richard DeShantz and Keith Fuller now is open Downtown.
Sunday Supper Aims to Bring Community Members Together
The Pittsburgh Food Policy Council is organizing the free Downtown supper as part of Pittsburgh Food Day.
Beyond the Menu Aims for Thoughtful Conversations on Pittsburgh Food
The food-focused symposium aims to broaden the discussion about the region's food and drink culture.
e2 to Close in Highland Park
Chef/owner Kate Romane will move on to a new project.
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).
