ASCEND is a new show at the Pittsburgh Playhouse at Point Park University downtown that reimagines what theater can (and we may even go as far as argue, should) be like.
If you like immersive art, impressive set pieces, and equally stunning choreography, this show is back for another year and runs on select dates through May 31st, 2026.
We got a chance to check out the show on its preview night in the 2025 season as guests of the Pittsburgh Playhouse and want to share more in this one!
It is hard to say no to a good burger. From the all American-grilled classic to smash burgers, loaded burgers, and other unique takes, the popular dish is as much a vehicle for toppings as it is serving delicious, delicious meat.
Thankfully, you have no shortage of restaurants to have a great burger in Pittsburgh. From dedicated burger joints to a staple item on most menus regardless of restaurant category, you don't have to go far for a good burger.
In this one, we want to share ten of our favorite burgers in Pittsburgh. Some of these spots are tried and true burger joints, with many burgers on the menu (and we'll likely call out one or two of our favorites to try). Others are a restaurant's sole burger offering that is just too good not to include.
Although there are more spots that serve burgers, these are the kind that have us going back again and again and covers a nice cross-section of all burger styles.
Note: The following is a list of burgers we've personally tried and enjoyed. As always, we are not featuring burgers we have not had. If your favorite is missing from this list it may be because we haven't tried it yet! As such, it is likely this list will change as we try more and more great burgers in the city.
Squirrel Hill is one of our favorite neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, and between its large, historic homes, thriving business district, and other great amenities, it doesn't take long to see why that is.
So in this one, we want to share some of the best reasons to love living in Squirrel Hill North and Squirrel Hill South and give other tips to keep in mind!
We love a good burger and will always be down to try the newest, most unusual take imaginable just to say we did.
But sometimes we want the classics, because it is really hard to beat a burger with conventional toppings when it is done right. At Dad's Dog & Burger in Bloomfield, we got just that.
Even better? This one feels a bit like a blast from the past with its no-frills diner atmosphere, reasonable pricing, and fast casual service. Could it have been a neighborhood staple for decades? Absolutely. But considering it only opened in 2025 and we visited for the soft open, well, that is all the more impressive!
When it comes to drinking in Pittsburgh, you have a lot of options. But if you are looking to go out without spending a lot of money, your first thought may turn to everyone's favorite time of the day- happy hour!
It would be very easy for us to come up with a list of every happy hour special in Pittsburgh, but most would end up being unpalatable beers or daily discounts that aren't that interesting ($1 off a frozen cosmo on Wednesdays is not a good happy hour in our books). In this one, we wanted to focus on some of the best beverages with discounts to match at some of the best happy hours in Pittsburgh.
So if you're looking to try a unique and delicious libation in Pittsburgh without emptying your wallet, check out these personal favorites for great cocktails, local beer, and wine!
Note: Happy hour specials have been known to change without us being made aware. As such, it is especially crucial to reconfirm any promotions prior to visiting. If you have noticed a happy hour change, please contact us.
Kyuramen is a fast-casual lunch and dinner spot in East Liberty, serving up ramen and other Japanese food like omurice and yakitori. Although the chain has dozens of locations around the US, the location in Pittsburgh was the first in Pennsylvania. With casual vibes, a great price point, and Instagram-worthy dishes and decor, it's easy to see why this is a popular spot that often has long waits.
So we put our name into the virtual queu, spent some time at Tous Les Jours, a French-Asian bakery chain located around the corner, and waited until our table was ready.
Pittsburgh is a sports town, and for the past several decades it seems like the Pirates have not gotten the memo.
Despite the fact that the Pittsburgh Pirates have been, well, awful, PNC Park is often ranked among the best ballparks in the country- and we agree. It really is hard to beat taking in a game at this stunning ballpark.
So whether you are an armchair Pirates fan, a baseball fan at large, or are a die-hard Buccos loyalist, there are many things to keep in mind when visiting PNC Park for a game.
In this guide, we want to share everything you should keep in mind before visiting!
Pittsburgh is a sports city, there is no doubt about it.
We are lucky enough to have so much going on in the local sports scene that not a week goes by without a professional game of some sort. Throw on regional and local teams, and you have the opportunity to get out and enjoy a sporting event seemingly whenever you'd like.
In this one, we thought we'd take a look at all of the sports teams you would want to check out in the city, from the famous teams in the biggest leagues to minor leagues, colleges, and the independent groups you can join for a pickup game.
So if you're looking to enjoy sports in Pittsburgh, we've got you covered here!
Note: Our local colleges have dozens upon dozens of organized sports teams. We are only listing some that the universities and colleges are most well-known for in this one.
As the cold of winter begins to leave Pittsburgh, there is one thing we always look forward to in order to ring in the start of spring – Phipps Conservatory's Spring Flower Show!
2025's Spring Flower Show has the theme “A Bloom for Every Room” and each room takes a focused look on a different spring flower bloom with impressive colors and beautiful designs!
We visited this one shortly after the show opened and wanted to share some of our favorite rooms and exhibits with you today. As with all of our museum posts, we're only sharing a selection of our favorites because you truly must visit for yourself to experience it all!
Since founding Discover the Burgh, we've been fortunate enough to visit many stores in Pittsburgh and southwest PA.
We always like to buy something at every place we visit to support local as much as possible, and some businesses we have become big fans of that we are now regular customers (or, at least, as regular as running a site like ours allows).
So in this one, we thought we'd talk shopping, particularly food shopping, and share a summary of all of the stores you are likely to find us as regulars. So whether you're looking for a new farm for meat, a new brewery for beer, a cheese shop, or simply a place to pick up a delicious pastry, the following are some of the places we visit the most!