RESTAURANT REVIEWS


India Garden in Oakland shut down by Allegheny County Health Department

2013-06-18 16:26:01

The violations that led to the shutdown included recurring roach infestation and food being held at unsafe temperatures, officials said.


PGH Taco Truck delivers on delicious food

PGH Taco Truck delivers on delicious food

2013-06-16 00:17:05

James Rich's truck travels around town to become a favorite dining spot -- especially for restaurant owners and staff.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-06-13 00:06:49

A Sunday soiree; late night at Meat & Potatoes; Craft beer production; new wing joints to arrive in the area


Munch goes to Franktuary

2013-06-13 00:04:27

Munch goes to brunch at Franktuary in Lawrenceville.


Dine / Day trip to Butler County: Fresh-picked strawberries and fine beer

Dine / Day trip to Butler County: Fresh-picked strawberries and fine beer

2013-06-09 00:13:27

It's no coincidence that the alluring strawberry ripens in the comely month of June, when day reaches into night as the solstice nears.


Salt of the Earth transports guests (literally) at Best Restaurants party

Salt of the Earth transports guests (literally) at Best Restaurants party

2013-06-09 00:05:13

In "Willy Wonka" style, Salt had 10 golden tickets for guests at Pittsburgh Magazine's event. The winners got whisked to one memorable meal.


Beer finding a frothy status in pairings during special dinners

Beer finding a frothy status in pairings during special dinners

2013-06-06 00:21:05

Craft beers are replacing Yuengling and Jim Beam is being dumped for boutique whiskey.


Munch goes to Lydiah's Coffee House Downtown

2013-06-06 00:06:18

Lydiah's Coffee House is in an unassuming storefront on Grant Street that serves coffee, tea and muffins in a space that holds a few tables.


Eat'n Park finding that overhaul of restaurants boosts sales

Eat'n Park finding that overhaul of restaurants boosts sales

2013-06-04 00:15:11

The chain finds investing in updating its aging fleet of restaurants helps draw in new customers and increase sales by more than 10 percent.


Dine: While at Three Rivers Arts Festival, explore Downtown's dining scene

Dine: While at Three Rivers Arts Festival, explore Downtown's dining scene

2013-06-02 00:13:33

Downtown boasts many new restaurants. Here's a list of lunch, dinner and drink spots for relaxed to fine-dining tastes.


Pittsburgh International Airport restaurants short on food safety

2013-06-02 00:00:57

Inspection reports from the health department show the food court at the Pittsburgh airport is a hot spot for food safety violations.


American dim sum eatery to open on Liberty Avenue

2013-06-01 00:15:29

The former Taste of Dahntahn restaurant will soon re-open serving American dim sum.


Munch goes to Skinny Pete's Kitchen

2013-05-30 00:07:19

Munch goes to Skinny Pete's Kitchen in Avalon.


Bars around Pittsburgh concoct, mix and pour delightful drinks

Bars around Pittsburgh concoct, mix and pour delightful drinks

2013-05-30 00:06:46

Restaurants and bars stir up eclectic array of craft beers, signature cocktails and regional wine for summer.


Sunday Supper: More Pittsburgh restaurants are homing in on this weekend dining tradition

Sunday Supper: More Pittsburgh restaurants are homing in on this weekend dining tradition

2013-05-23 00:16:31

Sunday suppers at Pittsburgh restaurants are serving nostalgia and comfort.


Munch goes to Roman Bistro 33

2013-05-23 00:16:22

When Munch went to Roman Bistro 33, which is in the former Bacchus restaurant space, he was instructed to do as the Romans do.


McCandless approves liquor license transfer

2013-05-21 00:50:47

Carrabba's Italian Grill received the OK for their request to transfer a liquor license for the restaurant slated to open on McKnight Road.


2 bars shuttered for failing to pay Allegheny County drink tax

2013-05-17 11:45:38

Gators in Indiana Township and Centannis in Beechview together owe $38,000 in unpaid taxes.


Obituary: Johnny Garneau / Popular restaurateur, inventor celebrated trains

2013-05-17 00:09:14

The restaurateur behind Golden Spike, Johnny Garneau's American Style Smorgasbord and The Beanery died Tuesday. He was 90.


Munch goes to Zen Asian Diner

2013-05-16 00:18:34

Lawrenceville restaurant now occupying the former Lucky Dragon on could become another viable Butler Street dining destination.


On the Table: Two new dining spots in Oakland feature Indian food

On the Table: Two new dining spots in Oakland feature Indian food

2013-05-16 00:11:46

All India and Yuva India have debuted in response to a demand within Oakland and beyond.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-05-16 00:04:04

Dollar oysters Tuesday nights at Salt of the Earth; and soft shell crabs are landing all over town


Obituary: Giuseppe 'Joe' Aiello / Squirrel Hill's beloved pizza man

Obituary: Giuseppe 'Joe' Aiello / Squirrel Hill's beloved pizza man

2013-05-14 14:26:44

Giuseppe "Joe" Aiello, who created award-winning pies with fresh toppings and ingredients, died at age 71.


Deciding whether to serve another drink a tough call for Pittsburgh bar owners

2013-05-14 00:01:36

In the wake of the Hofbrauhaus settlement, how are bars and restaurants in Pennsylvania to decide when someone is visibly intoxicated?


Dine: Pittsburgh restaurants are not settling for mediocrity

Dine: Pittsburgh restaurants are not settling for mediocrity

2013-05-12 00:07:47

I reject calling a restaurant "good, for Pittsburgh." The city is supporting promising places that would earn accolades in any town.


Fresh Find: New Hard Rock creation pairs the Burgh with the burger

Fresh Find: New Hard Rock creation pairs the Burgh with the burger

2013-05-09 00:22:15

The Hard Rock Cafe Pittsburgh offers a Pittsburgh Pierogi Burger.


Munch goes to Hunan Cafe Chinese & Cuban

2013-05-09 00:06:45

At Hunan Cafe Chinese & Cuban you get three menus: a Chinese (featuring Hunan and Sichuan specials), a Chinese-American and a Cuban.


Tender Bar + Kitchen: A stunning bar with terrific cocktails

Tender Bar + Kitchen: A stunning bar with terrific cocktails

2013-05-09 00:05:31

While still finding its footing, this elegant space in Lawrenceville brings together stellar bartenders for an ambitious concept.


Hofbrauhaus settlement not enough for closure

Hofbrauhaus settlement not enough for closure

2013-05-08 12:43:11

Mark and Nicole Cleland react to the $15.6 million they will receive from Hofbrauhaus.


Owners of South Side's Hofbrauhaus settle in girl's death for $15.6 million

2013-05-07 14:47:54

The Hofbrauhaus restaurant also agreed to protocol changes to try to stop customers from getting too intoxicated.


Chef appeal: Pittsburgh's growing restaurant scene attracts staff from bigger cities

Chef appeal: Pittsburgh's growing restaurant scene attracts staff from bigger cities

2013-05-05 00:12:39

The up-and-coming dining scene not only is starting to generate buzz locally, it's also becoming known as a good place to build a career.


Munch goes to Apsara Cafe

Munch goes to Apsara Cafe

2013-05-02 00:12:42

New South Side Thai is spot is good, regardless of who tells you


On the Table: A meal for mom -- options for Mother's Day

On the Table: A meal for mom -- options for Mother's Day

2013-05-02 00:05:31

Here are some available brunch options as well as alternatives for mothers who shy away from the Sunday restaurant ritual.


Allegheny County restaurant grading plan is ready, but on hold

2013-05-02 00:04:38

Restaurants soon could be required to post grades, but the system will wait for input from a new county health director.


Dine Quixote: Traveling in time and space to Big Jim's and Selma's Texas BBQ

Dine Quixote: Traveling in time and space to Big Jim's and Selma's Texas BBQ

2013-05-02 00:02:27

Our road food guy goes back in time, and in space, at an old Italian joint and a new Texas barbecue place here in Pittsburgh.


Pittsburgh may be greeting Hello Bistro

2013-05-01 00:45:37

The building owner said he is in "final lease negotiations" with Eat'n Park about taking 4,000 square feet at the corner of Forbes and Wood.


Dine: Le Virtu is a spring soup worth waiting for

Dine: Le Virtu is a spring soup worth waiting for

2013-04-28 00:11:34

Le Virtu combines ingredients of a hearty winter with the freshness of spring.


On the Table: Several new restaurants open in Pittsburgh area

On the Table: Several new restaurants open in Pittsburgh area

2013-04-25 00:26:43

What to expect among Pittsburgh's newest restaurants and bars.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-04-25 00:26:19

From Six Penn Kitchen to Bar Marco, a number of chefs have moved around restaurants in the past few weeks.


Munch goes to Sal's City Deli

2013-04-25 00:04:07

Munch goes to Sal's City Deli for a beef on weck


McCandless approves liquor license transfer for Bonefish Grill

2013-04-22 22:45:34

The restaurant will be located on McKnight Road across the street from Lowe's on the edge of McCandless Crossing's fourth and final phase.


In reversal, Pittsburgh police get OK for South Side impact squads

2013-04-22 13:32:17

After meeting with Allegheny County DA Stephen A. Zappala Jr.'s office, Pittsburgh public safety director Michael Huss changed his mind.


Dine: Chef Chris O'Brien has shaped Pittsburgh dining by training a new generation

Dine: Chef Chris O'Brien has shaped Pittsburgh dining by training a new generation

2013-04-21 00:22:43

Now at Restaurant Echo in Cranberry, Mr. O'Brien was a presence in Hyeholde's kitchen for 17 years, mentoring many ambitious chefs.


On the Table: Racicot's Notion seduces in the second round

On the Table: Racicot's Notion seduces in the second round

2013-04-18 08:39:36

Chef David Racicot's determination to present elegant cuisine with fine service pays off.


South Side won't get off-duty Pittsburgh officers as security

2013-04-18 00:17:19

South Side bar owners are upset that Pittsburgh public safety director Michael Huss killed plans for public-private patrols.


Double Wide Grill back to serving dogs

Double Wide Grill back to serving dogs

2013-04-18 00:12:46

South Side's Double Wide Grill creates a special area where dog-owners can dine with their dogs.


Fresh Find: PGH Crepes cart to set up Downtown

Fresh Find: PGH Crepes cart to set up Downtown

2013-04-18 00:11:04

The new PGH Crepes cart is selling crepes in Pittsburgh's Strip District and, soon, Downtown.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-04-18 00:10:00

Food news this week includes the lowdown on wood-fired pizza Downtown, Three Stooges cheese plates, and a wild tasting.


Munch goes to Craftwork Kitchen

2013-04-18 00:07:37

Fun, games and great sandwiches are worth the hunt for this eatery in the U.S. Steel Tower's basement.


Penn Avenue eatery plans retractable roof

2013-04-17 00:10:08

The restaurant is one of three planned in a two-story building at 942 Penn Ave. in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District.


Dine: How to be a good restaurant customer. (Hint: Don't be a jerk.)

Dine: How to be a good restaurant customer. (Hint: Don't be a jerk.)

2013-04-14 01:13:40

The basics: Be on time, respectful and polite. Expect quality but don't be a tyrant. (Oh, and please don't engage in intimate acts...)


Munch goes to Salud Cuban American Restaurant and Lounge

2013-04-11 00:25:19

A new Cuban restaurant in Lawrenceville could use a little boost when it comes to ambiance.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-04-11 00:23:04

Bourdain to visit; French spring dinner; Chef showcase; Craft Beer Week; Taste of Market Square and a Daffodil Dinner.


Everyday Noodles pushes the boundaries of what and how Pittsburghers eat

Everyday Noodles pushes the boundaries of what and how Pittsburghers eat

2013-04-11 00:18:50

It's the latest Asian restaurant to open in Squirrel Hill, and it features skins, bones and exotic ingredients.


Hungry for a taste of Pittsburgh while you're in town for the Frozen Four?

Hungry for a taste of Pittsburgh while you're in town for the Frozen Four?

2013-04-10 00:07:02

Pittsburgh's restaurant scene is experiencing unprecedented growth, so you're likely to find a variety of interesting dining spots.


Dine: Meat-free dining in Pittsburgh getting easier and more adventurous

Dine: Meat-free dining in Pittsburgh getting easier and more adventurous

2013-04-07 00:11:57

Restaurants are saucing up late-season vegetables with technique and style


Munch goes to BZ's Bar & Grill

2013-04-04 00:24:58

New North Shore spot BZ's Bar & Grill finishes just above .500.


Sienna Sulla Piazza raises the bar for competition among Market Square dining spots

Sienna Sulla Piazza raises the bar for competition among Market Square dining spots

2013-04-04 00:24:48

As Market Square dining scene grows, Sienna Sulla joins two other solid Italian spots, each offering something a little different.


Little Bites: Local restaurant news

2013-04-04 00:08:27

Spring dinners, restaurant change-ups, and coffee on wheels this week


Bringing back Bennigan's restaurants

2013-04-02 00:14:15

Five years after a bankruptcy filing closed all of the Bennigan's restaurants, the Irish-themed bar-and-grill chain is back in business.


Austin, Texas: Dining without limits

Austin, Texas: Dining without limits

2013-03-31 00:07:07

There's no shortage of things to see, hear, eat and do in the capital of the Lone Star State.


Join the Texas cult of barbecue

Join the Texas cult of barbecue

2013-03-31 00:05:12

Austin's Franklin Barbecue offers the silkiest, sweetest and best Q in the state.


On the Table: Matteo's brings vintage Pittsburgh to trendy Lawrenceville

On the Table: Matteo's brings vintage Pittsburgh to trendy Lawrenceville

2013-03-28 00:15:46

The former chef Sarafino's takes a red sauce-meets-steakhouse menu to Butler Street.


Munch goes to Micro Diner

2013-03-28 00:14:59

Maybe you hadn't noticed, what with March Madness and all the Turnpike indictments, but we live in an era of increasing specialization.


Conflict Kitchen reopens in Schenley Plaza

2013-03-28 00:13:57

Conflict Kitchen reopens in new location in Oakland's Schenley Plaza.


Dine / Food trucks on a roll: Fukuda joins South Side round-up

Dine / Food trucks on a roll: Fukuda joins South Side round-up

2013-03-24 01:00:07

Steer & Wheel's debut last week adds to the food truck fleet: Oh My Grill, Franktuary, BRGR, Pittsburgh Pierogi, PGH Taco Truck and more.


Pittsburgh restaurants roll out the welcome mat for brunch

Pittsburgh restaurants roll out the welcome mat for brunch

2013-03-21 00:08:33

Chefs may not love it, but aside from being indulgent, brunch is the meal for paying homage to the people we cherish.


Munch goes to Gaucho

2013-03-21 00:08:27

Munch goes to Gaucho, a restaurant in Pittsburgh's Strip District serving Argentine food from a wood-fired grill.


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