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37 FUKUDA 33. SMILING BANANA LEAF
est.2008 412.362.3200 D2 $ 5901 Bryant St | www.smilingbananaleaf.com You’ll have to fight for a seat in this Highland Park fav, but their spicy Thai curries & noodles make it worth it.
MODERN ITALIAN
SUSHI
est.1996 412.362.5656 C3 $$$ 5847 Ellsworth Ave | www.bigburrito.com/soba Go to this landmark Pan-Asian delight with friends who like to share as you’ll want to try it all.
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35 TAMARI est.2009 412.325.3435 B2 $$ 3519 Butler St | www.tamaripgh.com Asia meets Latin America at this swanky, fusion tapas kitchen. Happy hour here is legendary (Sun-Fri 5-7, half off drinks & tapas)!
47. REYNA’S TACO SHACK est.2008
36. TRAM’S KITCHEN est.2003
48. SMOKE BBQ TAQUERIA est.2011
est.2012 412.904.3451 A2 $ 1108 Federal St | www.elburropgh.com Burritos, tacos, y mas at this new little SoCal take-out shop from Round Corner Cantina. ¡Olé! 412.261.2606 B3 $ 2023 Penn Ave There is a reason why people line up around the block for this streetside taco stand. Authentic, cheap, delicious.
est.2012 412.377.0916 C2 $$ 4770 Liberty Ave | www.fukudapgh.com Japanese street classics & pristine sushi reside at this Bloomfield BYOB gem. Late night weekend menu til 2am!
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est.2009 412.683.3663 C3 $$$ 5501 Centre Ave | www.avenueb-pgh.com Daily chalkboard menu is the focal point here. But mainstays like the kobe meatloaf makes ordering a daunting task. BYOB.
3 BAR MARCO est.2012 412.471.1900 B3 $$$ 2216 Penn Ave | www.barmarcopgh.com Innovative cocktails. Small production wines. Collaborative kitchen. Late night snacks. Art shows. What can’t these gentlemen do?
est.2011 412.404.8487 C2 $$ 5491 Penn Ave | www.verdepgh.com Mod Mexican kitchen delivers creative dishes and cantina crafts serious margaritas with 200+ tequilas & mezcals at its amber-lit bar.
est.2000 412.362.6198 C3 $$$ 5849 Ellsworth Ave | www.bigburrito.com/umi Asian chic atmosphere complements the perfect sushi from Mr. Shu’s bar. Leave it up to him to ensure a good fortune.
50. YO RITA
39. DINETTE
51. DISH OSTERIA
est.2006 412.362.0202 D2 $$$ 5996 Penn Circle South | www.dinette-pgh.com This mod pizza haven wins national accolades for their creative & innovative pizzas. Don’t miss the jalapeno, salt-cured anchovy pie.
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EXOTIC
est.2012 412.252.2595 C1 $$$ 5336 Butler St | www.curepittsburgh.com A 2012 Bon Appetit Best New Restaurant, chef Justin Severino brings locally sourced, house cured charcuterie and inventive urban mediterranean cuisine to Lawrenceville.
7. ELEVEN est.2004
412.201.5656 A3 $$$$ 1150 Smallman St | www.elevenck.com Client or date, this scratch kitchen cranks out contemporary delights that continue to impress, including the city’s best bread basket. est.2010 412.773.8848 A3 $$$ 510 Market St | www.habitatrestaurant.com Breaking the mold of the hotel restaurant, they are producing serious globally inspired dishes from their Fairmont lobby perch.
53. IL PIZZAIOLO 42 STONE NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA
est.1996 A3 $$$ 8 Market Square | www.ilpizzaiolo.com The attention to authenticity & quality here is astonishing. Antipasto, pizza, pasta, secondo. All perfectly Italian. Amazing wine bar.
42 STONE NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA
est.2012 412.904.4531 A3 $ 300 Liberty Ave | www.stonepizzeria.com 90 seconds to spare? Great. Your delicious wood-fired pizza is ready for you at this hip, casual pizza joint Downtown.
54. GIRASOLE
43 ABAY ETHIOPIAN CUISINE
est.2004 412.661.9736 D2 $$ 130 S. Highland Ave | www.abayrestaurant.com Live a little, try something new! Your palate will thank you for treating it to the unique tastes of Ethiopia. Veg Friendly.
55 PICCOLO FORNO est.2005 412.622.0111 B2 $$ 3801 Butler St | www.piccolo-forno.com Wood-fired pizzas, fresh cut homemade pastas, and BYOB are the name of the game at this bustling Lawrenceville pioneer.
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56. STAGIONI
est.2011 412.727.6320 D3 $$ 7606 Forbes Ave | www.almapgh.com $2,000 in airfare or $2.50 in gas to Regent Square. Both get you authentic flavors of Latin America. You decide.
8. HABITAT
est.2010 412.441.1200 D2 $$$ 5904 Bryant St | www.e2pgh.com Local ingredients combine bits of tradition, bits of creativity, & lots of deliciousness at cozy BYOB in Highland Park.
41. SPAK BROTHERS
est.2008 412.362.7725 C2 $ 5107 Penn Ave | www.spakbrothers.com No-frills takeout in Garfield tricking meatlovers into diggin veg items like seitan wings. No worries carnivores, they do a mean meat pie too.
est.2000 412.390.2012 B4 $$$ 128 S.17th St | www.dishosteria.com Tiny neighborhood osteria makes the perfect date night. Start at the bar, move to a table, and enjoy it all.
52. E²
est.2011 412.531.1068 A4 $ 2128 Broadway Ave | www.sliceonbroadway.com An abnormal obsession with pizza. Perfectionists. Stubborn. Uncompromising. Bad for their future therapists, good for you.
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55 PICCOLO FORNO
est.2009 412.904.3557 B4 $$ 1120 E. Carson St | www.yoritasouthside.com Not yo mamma’s tacos at this inventive South Side establishment. Think less ground beef and more duck confit.
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4 CAFÉ DU JOUR est.2002 412.488.9695 B4 $$$ 1107 E. Carson St Simple, excellent bistro fare in a quiet section of Carson St (with a terrific patio) keep this BYOB cafe bustling. 5. CASBAH est.1995 412.661.5656 D3 $$$ 229 S. Highland Ave | www.bigburrito.com/casbah The Clash rocked it first and then these guys did. And it’s been a mediterranean and vino favorite ever since!
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38. UMI
2. AVENUE B
37 FUKUDA
est.2000 412.682.2130 C3 $$ 733 Copeland St | www.girasolepgh.com Italian for sunflower, this restaurant has been a sunny, seasonal spot since opening. Escarole & beans are always a great start.
est.2009 412.586.4738 B4 $$$ 2104 E. Carson St | www.stagionipgh.com Rustic but refined. In a city full of great Italian (restaurants & grandmas), this is one not to miss.
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BREAKFAST Square Cafe is one of PGH’s brunch hot spots in Regent Square. Expect a short wait but it’s worth your time! The menu has seasonal fresh items like pumpkin walnut pancakes & the mediterranean chickpea Burger, with most items locally sourced. Great vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options too.
BREAKFAST Coca Café58 is a place that deserves the crowd on weekends. These ladies pack their pancakes with constantly changing, local ingredients (try the pumpkin & side of thick-cut local bacon). Bluebird Kitchen57 is another great place to grab some exceptional pastries, coffee, or a breakfast sandwich on the go.
LUNCH Osteria 2350 is a casual Italian spot in the Strip District. Enjoy fresh seasonal salads, pastas, pizzas, and paninis - all in true Italian fashion. Wash it all down with a cold beer or a delicious glass of vino. New Downtown location, Osteria 100, is great too!
LUNCH Kaya9 in the Strip District is a perfect place to grab lunch while giving an out-of-towner a tour of PGH’s historic market area; get a Kaya Burger with a side of sweet potato fries. They also have some of the best fish tacos in the city. When my mother visits, we head to Piccolo Forno55 for killer antipasti and wood-fired pizzas.
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412.205.3039 C4 $ 225 E. 8th Ave Just do it, order the whole menu. Never a regret with their amazing housemade tortillas and BBQ-ed Tex-Mex fillings.
ITALIAN
est.2012 412.688.8220 C3 $$ 5500 Walnut St | www.upkitchen.com New concept from a Shadyside favorite. Poppy art and food are making this a new neighborhood benchmark.
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MODERN ITALIAN
est.2012 412.918.9683 A4 2056 Broadway Ave | www.casarastapgh.com This hippy love child of the Islands and Mexico takes your love of the taco (and tostadas) to a new level.
34. SOBA
412.682.2688 C2 $ 4050 Penn Ave Don’t be shy at this Vietnamese hole-in-the-wall that serves up the city’s best pho. Slurp away.
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DINNER E² 52 is a BYOB gem located in Highland Park. This rustic Mediterranean restaurant features fresh and seasonal farm to table dishes by Chef Kate Romane. The gorgonzola mess with fresh Italian bread is my absolute favorite. BAR Verde49 is a new hip restaurant/bar in Garfield that features over 200 varieties of tequila/mezcal, a highly creative cocktail menu, and a nice variety of craft brews on draft. Scroll through their iPad-based tequila menu or ask one of the friendly mixologists for their recommendations on a flight to explore new tequila flavors.
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DINNER Cure6 is a gem. Sit at the four-seat bar along the kitchen and talk to Justin while he and his team create dishes that wow. In Downtown, stop into Meat & Potatoes11 for amazing drinks & rich plates that hit the spot. Mussels with salmon roe and bacon is a perfect start. BAR Three places have opened in the last year and have set the bar for craft cocktails in PGH. Bar Marco3 in the Strip has brilliant cocktails that continue to impress. Acacia86 inthe South Side takes craft cocktails to an entire new level, from the booze to the ice to the glass. Harvard & Highland90 in East Liberty should also be visited for its bold and creative libations.
If your friends came to town and you had 24 hours, where would you take them?
4 CAFÉ DU JOUR 9. KAYA
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est.1995 412.261.6565 B3 $$$ 2000 Smallman St | www.bigburrito.com/kaya Great happy hour (5-7, ½ off drinks) at this Caribbean institution.Don’t miss the fried chicken, only served Thursdays. Delicious brunch.
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10. LEGUME
est.2007 412.621.2700 C3 $$$ 214 N. Craig St | www.legumebistro.com Thoughtful farm-to-table, scratch ingredients translate to incredible, simple dishes. Menu changes daily.
11. MEAT & POTATOES
est.2011 412.325.7007 A3 $$$ 649 Penn Ave | www.meatandpotatoespgh.com Downtown’s new darling. Expect a packed restaurant & bar, creative gastro-style menu, killer cocktails, & celebrity sightings. Reservations & brunch are musts.
12 NOTION est.2013 412.361.1188 D2 $$$$ 128 S. Highland Ave | www.notionrestaurant.com In his long awaited city location, expect innovation to reign supreme from Five Diamond winning chef Dave Racicot’s punchy interpretations.
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13. PARIS 66
est.2009 412.404.8166 D2 $$$ 6018 Penn Circle South | www.paris66bistro.com Save room for the macarons at this East Liberty bistro. Unless you are flying to Paris, you won’t find better.
14. PARK BRUGES
est.2011 412.661.3334 D1 $$$ 5801 Bryant St | www.pointbrugge.com Exceptional dishes with slight French twists have made this sister to Point Brugge a new Highland Park classic.
15 PENN AVE FISH CO est.2007 412.434.7200 + 412.562.1710 A3 + B3 $$ 2208 Penn Ave + 308 Forbes Ave | www.pennavefishcompany.com Pittsburgh’s answer to Seattle’s fish market. This quirky restaurant & market always has a buzz to it. Best fish taco in town. BYOB.
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16. POINT BRUGGE CAFÉ
est.2005 412.441.3334 D3 $$$ 401 Hastings St | www.pointbrugge.com If you eat mussels, eat them here. Just be prepared to wait, the tables at this neighborhood spot are a hot commodity.
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17. ROOT 174
est.2011 412.243.4348 D4 $$$ 1113 S. Braddock Ave | www.root174.com PGH loves that this tiny restaurant likes to play with its food. The result: Seasonal dishes turned on their heads.
18 SALT OF THE EARTH est.2010 412.441.7258 C2 $$$ 5523 Penn Ave | www.saltpgh.com James Beard recognized chef Kevin Sousa produces an ambitious daily menu and bar program at this avant-garde destination. 19. SIX PENN KITCHEN
est.2005 412.566.7366 A3 $$$ 146 6th St | www.sixpennkitchen.com Be prepared to fight for seats pre/post theater. Same rule applies for one of Downtown’s only roof-decks in warmer months.
20 SPOON
est.2010 412.362.6001 D2 $$$ 134 S. Highland Ave | www.spoonpgh.com Eat • drink • lounge. Serving up seasonal, fresh farm-to-table modern American cuisine in the heart of thriving East Liberty.
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BURGERS, SAMMIES & HOT DOGS
21 UNION PIG AND CHICKEN est.2012 412.363.7675 D2 $$ 220 N. Highland Ave | www.unionpgh.com Simple formula: Smoked meat, fried chicken, & sides. Beer & Liquor. Tables & benches. All done incredibly well. 22 BRGR
est.2009 412.362.2333 D2 $$ 5997 Penn Circle South + Food Truck | www.brgrpgh.com Swanky burgers, spiked milkshakes, and fried pickles call themselves home at this deluxe burger bar with a stellar rooftop.
23. CARSON ST DELI & CRAFT BEER BAR
est.1997 412.381.5335 B4 $ 1507 E. Carson St | www.carsonstreetdeliandcraftbeer.com They make a mean sammie here & finish it old school with a pickle and wrap both in paper. Massive beer selection too.
24. D’S SIX PAX & DOGZ
est.1999 412.241.4666 D4 $ 1118 S. Braddock Ave | www.ds6pax.com With a beer cave of over 1,000 craft selections, the hard part is picking which hot dog to get (Chicago’s spot-on).
25 FRANKTUARY est.2004 A3 + B2 $ 325 Oliver Ave + 3810 Butler St + Food Truck | www.franktuary.com Classic franks and originals like the Pittsburgh with smooshed pierogi & coleslaw. Three locations, one on wheels, all delicious.
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26. PRIMANTI BROS.
est.1933 B3 $ 46 18th St | www.primantibros.com The iconic Pittsburgh sandwich: Meat, fries, coleslaw, tomato, Italian bread. An after drinking delicacy since 1933.
27 STATION STREET est.1912 412.365.2121 D2 $ 6290 Broad St | www.stationstreetpgh.com Old school hot dog shop reinvented to offer haute dogs, tacos, ramen, & more from awarding winning chef Kevin Sousa. 28. TESSARO’S
est.1980 412.682.6809 C2 $$ 4601 Liberty Ave | www.tessaros.com National critics & locals agree on this old-school establishment. In-house butcher, wood fired grill. A burger lover’s dream...with homefries.
29. WINGHART’S
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est.2011 412.434.5600 + 412.904.4620 A3 + B4 $ 5 Market Sq + 1505 E Carson St | www.winghartburgers.com It’s burgers and whiskey here. The burgers are sloppy and delicious (try the Hula). The whiskey flows like the mighty Allegheny.
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30. NICKY’S THAI KITCHEN est.2008 412.321.8424 + 412.471.8424 A3
856 Western Ave + 903 Penn Ave | www.nickysthaikitchen.com The word’s out on this Thai spot with fresh & spicy authentic dishes. Killer back patio & BYOB at North Side location.
31. NOODLEHEAD
est.2012 D3 $ 242 S. Highland Ave | www.noodleheadpgh.com Bowls of noodles swimming in spicy broth your thing? Then you’ve hit the jackpot! And get the pork buns too.
32. PUSADEE’S GARDEN
est.2009 412.781.8724 C1 $$ 5321 Butler St | www.pusadeesgarden.com Patio feels a jungle & their kitchen turns out some of the best Thai in town. BYOB to boot!
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57 BLUEBIRD KITCHEN est.2012 412.642.4414 A3 $ 221 Forbes Ave | www.bluebirdkitchen.com Beautiful cafe raising Downtown’s breakfast, lunch and coffee to new levels. Restraint needed to not order everything.
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NIGHTLIFE
58 COCA CAFÉ est.2004 412.621.3171 $$ B2 3811 Butler St | www.cocacafe.net Locals line up for seats at brunch, and all other meals. Simple, delicious, and evolving menu keep crowds coming back. 59. PAMELA’S
96 BELVEDERE’S ULTRADIVE est. 2000
97. BOB’S GARAGE est.1968
412.963.9552 D1 1372 Freeport Rd Quite possibly the best karaoke in the city. Seasonally decorated would be a huge understatement. Think holidays at the Griswold’s.
A4 1603 Broadway Ave + PGH Public Market | www.crestedduck.com Elevating the neighborhood butcher shop to new heights with locally sourced meats, unique house-cured charcuterie, pâtés, & artisan cheeses.
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63 MARTY’S MARKET est.2012
412.586.7177 B2 2301 Smallman St | www.martysmarket.com If Barefoot Contessa shopped in Pittsburgh, it would be at this local/organic grocery. The coffee bar and café sweetens the deal.
99. GOOSKI’S
64. WILD PURVEYORS est.2012 412.206.9453 C1 5308 Butler St | www.wildpurveyors.com Sunchokes, maitake mushrooms, and foraged ramps are just a few of the hard to find offerings at this specialty market.
100. JACK’S
est.1910? 412.431.3644 B4 1117 E Carson St 100+ year old dive opens at 7am (9am Sun) and kicks til 2am, 365 days a year. Beers on Christmas? They’ll have you covered.
101. KELLY’S
est.2002 412.363.6012 D2 6012 Penn Circle South Retro styled bar keeps it simple. Blank drink coasters. Classic cocktails. Solid jukebox. Plus $4 Palomas on Tuesdays. Sold.
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102. NEW AMSTERDAM
67. TAZZA D’ORO
103 ROUND CORNER CANTINA
73 LA GOURMANDINE
est.2002 412.488.1808 B4 1705 E. Carson St | www.themilkshakefactory.com Move over Willy Wonka, they’re doing it right with over-the-top milk shakes & beautiful chocolates. Happy hour Wed 4-6.
76. OH YEAH! ICE CREAM & COFFEE CO. est.2007 412.200.5574
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232 S Highland Ave Cracklin’ Oat Bran/coconut/cinnamon is one of a million ice cream creations. Waffles are insanely delicious too! est.2011 412.235.7865 A3 901 Penn Ave | www.sinfulsweetsonline.com Pretzels, potato chips, bacon, orange peel. They cover them all in chocolate and they are all remarkable.
78. WAFFALLONIA
APPAREL & BOUTIQUES
79. HARRIS GRILL est.2004 412.362.5273 C3 5747 Ellsworth Ave | www.harrisgrill.com Bacon anyone? Every Tuesday it’s free at this quirky bar with an awesome patio perfect for people watching. Strong drafts too. 80 INDUSTRY PUBLIC HOUSE
est.2012 412.683.1100 B2 4305 Butler St | www.industrypgh.com Lawrenceville newcomer filling beer bar void with 40 craft taps and Prohibition vibes. Pair one with a tasty snack. Repeat.
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est.2011 412.521.4902 D3 1707 Murray Ave | www.waffallonia.com Can’t make it to Bruges for your annual waffle fix? The liège sugar waffles here will ease the pain.
est.2011 412.904.3335 A2 422 Foreland St | www.jamesstreetgastropub.com Historic jazz institution rebooted with live music, awesome beer selection, and amazing eats. A new classic on the North Side.
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109 THE BREW GENTLEMEN BEER CO.
est.2012 C4 512 Braddock Ave | www.brewgentlemen.com A modern-industrial brewery and taproom making exceptional craft beers in the heart of a historic steel town. Coming Summer 2013.
112 PITTSBURGH WINERY est.2012
136. EONS est.1986 412.361.3368
est.2006 412.621.6400 B2 3629 Butler St | www.pavementpittsburgh.com Step into bohemian chic at this spirited boutique featuring effortlessly stylish clothing and shoes by local, indie and eco designers.
est.2007 412.681.5533 C3 5533 Walnut St | www.bondstreetshoes.com If 007 bought shoes in Pittsburgh, he’d buy them here. Posh and Euro, they’ll have your feet looking sharp. est.1987 412.687.3663 C3 736 Bellefonte St | www.footlooseshadyside.com Swanky designers like Weitzman feel right at home in this Shadyside standard.
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141 LITTLE’S SHOES
est.1900 412.521.3530 D3 5850 Forbes Ave | www.littlesshoes.com Pittsburgh’s largest family shoe store is in Sq Hill. Enjoy 20,000 sq. ft of shoes for work or pleasure. est.1974 412.683.2082 C3 5502 Walnut St High end looks for affordable prices. Women’s shoes for every fashionista from Gaga to Taylor.
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143 FE GALLERY
est.2003 412.254.4038 B2 4102 Butler St | www.fegallery.org A dynamic co-op space that brings together ambitious and innovative art collections without the pretension.
144 MANOR THEATER
est.1922 412.422.7729 D3 1729 Murray Ave | www.manorpgh.com Newly renovated with digital projection & concessions like zucchini fries, beer & handcrafted cocktails make this old-school theater a new favorite.
145. MATTRESS FACTORY MUSEUM
est.1977 412.231.3169 A2 500 Sampsonia Way | www.mattress.org 150 Internationally recognized contemporary installation museum with each room used as a medium for in-resident artists.
86 ACACIA
est.2012 412.488.1800 B4 2108 E. Carson St | www.acaciacocktails.com So understated you might walk right by. But don’t or you’ll miss incredible handcrafted cocktails in a chill speakeasy-like setting.
122. SHOP 412
est.2008 412.586.7507 B4 420 South 27th St | www.shopfouronetwo.com Yinz need a t-shirt to rep your Burgh pride? Get ‘em here alongside sought after men’s designers like Scotch & Soda.
146. MENDELSON
87 ALLEGHENY WINE MIXER
123. DIVERTIDO
est.2004 412.687.3701 B2 3609 Butler St | www.divertidoshop.com Cover all your gifts from baby showers to birthdays here in this cute, bright shop.
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124 hot haute hot
est.1999 412.338.2323 B3 2124 Penn Ave | www.hothautehot.net A mix of modern and vintage pieces, handmade jewelry, local art and global gifts. A boutique filled with hand-picked one of a kind objects.
148. THE ANDY WARHOL MUSEUM
125 O’BANNON ORIENTAL CARPETS est.1975
149 WOOD STREET GALLERIES
est.2012 412.252.2337 C1 5326 Butler St | www.alleghenywinemixer.com 40+ wines by the glass, craft beer, cocktails, delicious cheese and meat plates, and bad art in Upper Lawrenceville.
88. ANDY’S est.2010
412.773.8884 A3 510 Market St | www.andyswinebar.com A glass of wine in your hand, brilliant live jazz, and a hotel lobby? You heard right.
89. BUTTERJOINT est.2012
412.621.2700 C3 214 N. Craig St | www.legumebistro.com/the-bar They set out to master simple bar food with pickles, sausages, & burgers with quality beer, wine, & cocktails. They succeeded.
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412.621.0700 B2 3803 Butler St | www.obannons.com Carpets from Turkey, Afghanistan, Persia, India, Pakistan and Nepal. Beautify your home with art underfoot.
est.2004 412.325.7723 A3 812 Liberty Ave | www.spacepittsburgh.org Local meets national meets international artists. Expect to see the unexpected. Free and open to the public.
est.1992 412.471.5605 A3 601 Wood St | www.woodstreetgalleries.org International exhibitions at the forefront of new media art installations. Free and open to the public.
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126 ROXANNE’S DRIED FLOWERS
91 TENDER BAR + KITCHEN
est.2013 412.402.9522 B2 4300 Butler St | www.tenderpgh.com Posh Prohibition-style cocktail lounge and restaurant that celebrates classic American libations and noshes in Lville’s Arsenal Bank building.
127 THE SHOP IN EAST LIBERTY
est.2012 412.450.0258 D2 214 N. Highland Ave | www.theshopinel.com For a housewarming, wedding, or you! Thoughtfully curated everyday art, home goods, and jewelry by makers from throughout the country.
151. WEST LIBERTY CYCLES
92. TOAST! KITCHEN AND WINE BAR
128. WILDCARD
152 YOGA HIVE
est.2009 412.224.2651 B2 4209 Butler St | www.wildcardpgh.com You may not need anything before you walk in, but the kitsch cards, local art, and gifts make it hard to walk out empty handed.
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est.1994 412.237.8300 A3 117 Sandusky St | www.warhol.org Iconic Pittsburgher’s work in an encompassing collection over 7 floors. You’ll need more than Andy’s prescribed 15 minutes here.
est.2012 412.363.7675 D2 220 N. Highland Ave A stark mod interior and a wildly creative cocktail menu featuring both local & nationally known bartender’s bevvies.
est.2009 412.224.2579 C3 5102 Baum Blvd | www.toastpittsburgh.com The winebar for the indecisive. Taste? 1/2 Glass? Full Glass? Bottle? Dang, now what delicious dish to pair with it?
THE BEAUTY SHOPPE
est.1979 412.361.8664 D3 5874 Ellsworth Ave | www.mendelsongallery.net A pioneering force in Pittsburgh’s art scene, this gallery continues to impress after more than 30 years.
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est.1994 412.281.6950 B3 2115 Penn Ave | www.roxannesdriedflowers.com Dried and preserved flowers, gifts for all occasions, accents and accessories for both your home & garden.
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142. TEN TOES
est.2012 412.441.5300 C3 5508 Walnut St | www.normanchildseyewear.com Far from following the latest fads, Norman Childs is always busy setting the trends in eyewear for Pittsburgh.
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140. FOOTLOOSE
est.2006 412.720.1677 B4 1407 E. Carson St | www.decadepittsburgh.com Feels like shopping in your friend’s closet, except your friend is super hip and lives in a chic downtown loft.
120. NORMAN CHILDS BY EYETIQUE
87 ALLEGHENY WINE MIXER
est.1998 412.363.0999 D2 5890 Ellsworth Ave | www.bettyvintageclothing.com If you see yourself as a Garbo or a Hepburn, then this women’s vintage shop is for you.
139. BONDSTREET SHOES
116. DECADE
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137. HEY BETTY
115. CHARLES SPIEGEL FOR MEN
est.1981 412.421.9311 D3 5841 Forbes Ave | www.charlesspiegel.com A hip boutique pushing the envelope of men’s fashion in Pittsburgh for over three decades.
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5850 Ellsworth Ave Get lost in time in the racks here which are packed with amazing pieces ranging from the 1880’s to the 1980’s.
138. HIGHWAY ROBBERY est.2011 412.251.0818 B4 1411 E. Carson St | www.highwayrobberyvintage.com Little gem of a store bringing fashion centric vintage to the ladies and gents of the South Side.
est.1990 412.681.8640 C3 5401 Walnut St | www.modapittsburgh.com Naked and Famous and Z-Zegna aren’t names of cool art shows but just a few of the men’s brands only found here.
est.1998 412.338.2437 + 412.661.3537 A3 + C2 922 Penn Ave + 302 S. St. Clair St | www.sharpedgebeer.com The grande dame of beer bars in Pittsburgh. From Belgians to craft brews, these guys have it all. B4 2001 E Carson St | www.smokinjoessaloon.com 58 taps and more bottles than they know what to do with at this always busy beer lover’s spot.
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est.1998 412.904.4592 B2 4405 Butler St | www.720records.com Looking for some awesome vintage vinyl or clothes? How about a cool tee? All here, plus yummy sammies and coffee!
84. SHARP EDGE
est.2010 412.681.8111 C3 731 Filbert St | www.whitehousesalon.com An oasis of crisp white finishes and relaxation awaits you at this posh salon. And a glass of wine!
114. 720 MUSIC, CLOTHING & CAFE
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85. SMOKIN’ JOE’S SALOON est.1995 412.431.6757
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135. WHITEHOUSE SALON
144 MANOR THEATER
est.2010 412.224.2294 B2 3613 Butler St | www.pageboypgh.com Come early for your hair appointment and shop through their throwback vintage goods. You’ll leave a more stylish you!
412.432.7933 + 412.621.2640 B2+B4 2306 E. Carson St + 3703 Butler St | www.jupeboutique.com Fun women’s fashion for all occasions, from a latte at Big Dog to a cocktail at Bar Marco.
est.2009 412.381.3698 B4 2518 E. Carson St | www.otbbicyclecafe.com Bicyclist’s themed paradise. Bike parking. Strong draft list (like East End Pedal Pale Ale). Solid Snacks. Worth the ride over.
est.1978 412.661.0740 D2 5932 Penn Circle South Suite 201 | www.evaszabo.com Pamper yourself, you deserve the european treatments here. Feeling stressed? You’ll leave here relaxed & rejuvenated.
111 FULL PINT BREWING est.2009 412.467.6414 D4 1963 Lincoln Hwy | www.fullpintbrewing.com Collaborative brewery & taproom featuring PGH area’s finest brewers/ beer nerds. Not to miss: Chinookie IPA & White Lightning Belgian White.
est.2009 412.361.5817 C3 808 Ivy St | www.hiptiquepa.com Pittsburgh’s best kept secret nestled in Shadyside! New designs flying in weekly from LA and New York.
est.2003 412.322.6535 A2 1227 Monterey St | www.montereypub.com A neighborhood pub in the truest sense. Order a Guinness, post up in a booth, and relax.
133. EVA SZABO
134. PAGEBOY SALON AND BOUTIQUE
83. OTB BICYCLE CAFÉ
119 MODA
412.537.BEER D2 147 Julius St + PGH Public Market | www.eastendbrewing.com With 2 locations for growlers, this microbrewery fends off the city’s thirst with craft brews like Big Hop and Fat Gary.
118. JUPE / PANELLO est.2006
est.2002 412.781.0588 C1 5156 Butler St | www.who-new.com Don Draper will have nothing on you after shopping at this vintage furniture shop with PGH’s largest mid-century modern collection.
110. EAST END BREWING est.2004
117. HIPTIQUE
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est.1994 412.431.2220 B4 2220 E. Carson St | www.perlora.com Clad your home in mod beauties from this mecca of contemporary furniture and design.
132. WHO NEW RETRO MOD DECOR
est.2010 412.260.6968 B2 300 39th St | www.arsenalciderhouse.com This couple brought a beer drinking town a tasty alternative from their Lawrenceville house & small batch cider taproom.
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130. PERLORA
108 ARSENAL CIDER HOUSE
82. MONTEREY PUB
est.2010 412.904.4477 B2 2350 Railroad St | www.haciendafurniturepittsburgh.com Going Green? Hacienda has your furniture covered. Specializing in style-forward reclaimed and recycled pieces.
131 WEISSHOUSE est.1943 412.441.8888 D3 324 S. Highland Ave | www.weisshouse.com PGH’s premier destination for furniture, vintage/unique finds, carpet, flooring, kitchens & accessories from across the globe.
412.224.2827 B2 2401 Smallman St | www.wiglewhiskey.com Bringing distilling back to PGH with award winning, organic spirits in mod Strip District digs. Take the very entertaining tour.
HOME & GIFTS
CRAFT BEER & PUBS
129. HACIENDA
est.2010 412.431.4668 B4 1306 E. Carson St | www.smiling-moose.com Corn and black bean fritters and a cold craft brew after a loud punk show? Don’t mind if we do.
113 WIGLE DISTILLERY est.2012 81 JAMES STREET GASTROPUB & SPEAKEASY
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There are so many things. There is a terrific sense of place and people here. It’s a city that feels lived in. It’s rich with history and that is reflected in people’s attitude and perspective. It’s very authentic rather than engineered, you can’t find that many places. Another aspect I love is the ability to carve out a business/interest here and thrive. You look at cities similarly sized and that is not really an option, you need to fit to them. But Pittsburgh really embraces people/businesses that bring something new and interesting to the market. For me, that’s ranged from opening restaurants/bars to working to bring an amazing electronic music/mixed media festival to PGH.
107. SMILING MOOSE
412.566.1000 B2 2815 Penn Ave | www.pittsburghwinery.com Sourcing California & Chilean grapes to make hand-crafted, fine wines that are anything but ordinary. Quick, to the tasting room!
77. SINFUL SWEETS
112 PITTSBURGH WINERY
SALONS
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CRAFT COCKTAILS & WINE BARS
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BESIDES OUR SPORTS, WHAT DO YOU THINK MAKES PGH GREAT?
The people & their passion. If you have an idea or want something to happen - Pittsburgh is a great place to do that. Pittsburgh is filled with creative, innovative and all-around awesome individuals who want to learn more, help out and spread that inspiration.When I first created TEDxGrandviewAve, I was afraid that my idea for this event would get lost in the shuffle of larger events, or that maybe no one would understand my passion for learning new ideas in the TED atmosphere. Needless to say, I was completely wrong in the greatest way.
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SPORTS
412.821.4447 B1 400 Lincoln Ave | www.mrsmalls.com These guys cater to the likes of Snoop and Sleigh Bells now instead of parishioners in this church turned venue.
75. THE MILK SHAKE FACTORY
BESIDES OUR SPORTS, WHAT DO YOU THINK MAKES PGH GREAT?
SHOES
MERCURIO’S est.2011 412.621.6220 C3 5523 Walnut St | www.mercuriosgelatopizza.com Their roots began in award winning gelato, like honey sunflower, but have expanded to crisp Neapolitan pizza. Lucky us.
In October of 2006 I began school at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for Advertising. I wanted to move somewhere larger and more exciting. Plus, I wanted to study in a program that combined business and the arts - two of my favorite things.
Spring of 2008, my wife (a PGH native) and I, knew we wanted to move from San Diego and open a bar. We looked at other places (Vegas, Venice Beach) but decided Pittsburgh was a perfect fit. We opened up Round Corner Cantina in 2009 with our business partner Sarah Fitzgerald.
FURNITURE
412.431.4950 B4 56 S.12th St | wwww.clubcafelive.com A deco landmark in the South Side, this venue hosts local and up-and-coming acts in their intimate space.
BREWERIES, WINERIES & DISTILLERIES
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est.2012 732.598.4430 D2 6119 Penn Ave | www.facebook.com/6119Penn Where the gallery meets the club. A unique mixed-use venue that features DJ nights, bands, art events, and more.
106. MR. SMALLS FUN HOUSE est.2002
72 ENRICO’S BISCOTTI CO. est.1993 412.281.2602 B3 2022 Penn Ave | www.enricobiscotti.com Their brick oven turns out delicate, authentic biscotti and italian pastries alongside pizza for this bakery & cafe one-two punch.
San Diego
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105. CLUB CAFE
5827 Forbes Ave + 5467 Penn Ave | www.commonplacecoffee.com House Roast. Serious coffee & espresso from this local roaster with relaxed mod design. Don’t miss the pastries like homemade pop-tarts! 71. DAVE AND ANDY’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM est.1983 412.681.9906 C3 207 Atwood St This Oakland institution has helped college kids gain the freshman 15 for 30 years with their fun and seasonal creamy homemade ice creams.
WHEN DID YOU MOVE HERE AND WHY?
VINTAGE APPAREL
LIVE MUSIC 68 ESPRESSO A MANO
70. COMMONPLACE / VOLUTO COFFEE est.2010 412.422.0404+412.661.3000 C2+D3
est.2010 412.682.2210 B1 4605 Butler St | www.lagourmandinebakery.com A little taste of France in the heart of Pittsburgh. Baguettes, croissants, pastries, and more.
WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
Born and raised in a small, eastern Ohio town called Dover. Imagine Friday Night Lights combined with Pleasantville...
est.2009 412.904.2279 B2 3720 Butler St | www.roundcornercantina.com Reasons to love Cantina: strong drinks, always packed, great tunes, incredible patio,$1 Tijuana Dog Sundays. Need more? They got ‘em.
est.2009 412.918.1864 B2 3623 Butler St | www.espressoamano.com Counter Culture. Coffee shop that every neighborhood wishes they had, delivering extraordinary coffees & the friendliest baristas in town.
LA GOURMANDINE
108 ARSENAL CIDER HOUSE
est.2008 412.904.2915 B2 4421 Butler St | www.newamsterdam412.com Neighborhood watering hole for hipsters, old-timers, and everyone in between. After dark, bands and DJ’s always play something fun.
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WHERE DID YOU GROW UP?
WHEN DID YOU MOVE HERE AND WHY?
est.1996 412.681.1658 B2 3117 Brereton St A destination dive bar with cheap drinks, impeccable jukebox, pool tables, and awesome late night bar food like pierogies & wings.
est.2009 412.586.7306 B4 2717 Sarah St | www.bigdogcoffee.net Intelligentsia. Cozy, tucked away cafe begs for a coffee & a book by the fireplace. Lattes and oatmeal bar are killer.
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Live: Lawrenceville Work: Lawrenceville, North Side, East Liberty How long: 5 years
98 brillobox
est.2005 412.621.4900 C2 4104 Penn Ave | www.brillobox.net A neighborhood bar featuring craft beers, great food and art. Music and cultural events on the 2nd floor.
66. BIG DOG COFFEE
69. LA PRIMA ESPRESSO CO. est.1988 412.281.1922 B3 205 21st St | www.laprima.com House Roast. The old Italian guys that hang here are proof that this espresso is the real deal.
Job: Co-Owner Round Corner Cantina, El Burro, 6119; Co-Collaborator VIA, roundcornercantina.com, elburropgh.com, facebook.com/VIA.Pittsburgh
Live: Mt. Washington Work: Oakland How Long: 7 years
GALLERIES & CULTURE
SPECIALTY FOOD COFFEE & TEA
60 QUIET STORM VEG & VEGAN CAFE
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DEREK BURNELL
Job: Founder/Director, TEDxGrandviewAve www.tedxgrandviewave.com
412.687.2555 B2 4016 Butler St | www.belvederesultradive.com A wide spectrum of dance nights, live shows and usually some friendly chaos located in the heart of Lawrenceville.
62 CRESTED DUCK CHARCUTERIE est. 2010 412.892.9983
2002 Smallman St + 225 Fifth Ave | www.21streetcoffee.com Intelligentsia. Leave it up to the baristas here. They train for months so they can make you something wonderful.
KACEY WHERLEY
412.381.0899 B4 1101 Bradish St Don’t make plans early the next day. Tucked away dive hosts a wild party nightly. Guaranteed silliness, candy necklace included.
est.1999 412.362.3676 D2 1125 N. Highland Ave | www.tazzadoro.net Counter Culture. Meaning cup of gold in Italian, this neighborhood cafe has been serving their cult-like following liquid gold since ‘99.
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est.2006 412.363.8277 D2 126 S Highland Ave | www.shadowlounge.net East Liberty mainstay bringing together the city’s best DJs and music to get the room jumpin.
60 QUIET STORM VEG & VEGAN CAFE est.2001 412.661.9355 C2 $ 5430 Penn Ave | www.qspgh.com Award-winning veg fare in the East End. Great coffee, milkshakes, pastries, & gluten-free options + brunch, breakfast & dinner.
65. 21ST ST COFFEE AND TEA est.2006 412.281.0809 + 412.281.0121 A3+B3
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94. AVA
95. BAR 11
est.2011 412.687.6724 C3 $$ 221 Schenley Dr | www.theporchatschenley.com Perched on Schenley Park, this easy going cafe serves three scratch made meals a day to park-goers, students & everyone in between.
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412.661.5600 C3 5801 Ellsworth Ave | www.5801videolounge.com Gay? Not Gay? Either way, celebrate it on the lux rooftop of this Shadyside favorite.
est.1980 412.281.6366 B3 $ 60 21st St | www.pamelasdiner.com When Michelle and Barack come to PGH, they eat breakfast here. Crepe-style hotcakes & lyonnaise potatoes are citywide benchmarks.
61. THE PORCH AT SCHENLEY
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CAFÉ & BREAKFAST
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150 THE BEAUTY SHOPPE
est.2011 D2 6101 Penn Ave | www.thebeautyshoppe.org Innovative co-working space bringing together Pittsburgh’s bright minds to bring you a better Pittsburgh. est.1994 412.343.4230 A4 2693 W. Liberty Ave | www.westlibertycycles.com Catering the high end racer to the neighborhood cruiser at this friendly and knowledgeable local shop. est.2010 412.362.4483 C2 5491 Penn Ave | www.yogahivepgh.com Namaste, yinz! Yoga Hive offers heated Baptiste inspired vinyasa, private sessions, thai yoga & mat rentals.
152 YOGA HIVE