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Beto’s Pizza Review – Cold Toppings on a Pizza in Beechview

September 30, 2026February 23, 2016

For most native Pittsburgher’s, you say the name Beto’s and a wide range of emotions come up. This local Pittsburgh pizza joint is considered by many to be an institution, on par with the likes of Primanti Brothers. And just like Primanti Brothers, this pizza shop has its own way of doing things which, thankfully, does not include putting french fries on top of their pies.

At Beto’s the toppings are served cold, ensuring that this will be the most unusual pizza you’ll ever try.

Over the decades the community has divided into a “love-it, hate-it” mentality, and for a pizza as unusual as this there is really no middle ground to stand on. After much prodding from the “love-it” half of our readers, we made a visit to try the pizza for ourselves.

Max’s Allegheny Tavern Review – Traditional German Fare

September 17, 2024February 15, 2016

Stepping into Max’s Allegheny Tavern is a bit like stepping back in time. Or maybe it’s more like stepping into your grandmother’s house- if your grandmother was German, that is.

Max’s is one of those places where the decor seemingly hasn’t been updated since the day the restaurant opened, which usually means the food is either homestyle and delicious, or terrible.

Luckily for us Pittsburghers, Max’s falls into the former category. This homey restaurant serves up comforting, traditional German food and beer. When it comes down to that, could you ask for anything more?

El Burro Review – Mexican Takeout in the North Side

April 6, 2022January 24, 2016

El Burro is a tiny little Mexican joint on Federal Street in Pittsburgh’s North Side neighborhood. While not necessarily a dining destination in its own right, if you find yourself in the neighborhood visiting the Mattress Factory, Randyland, or the Aviary, for example, it’s a great place to grab some quick grub.

Although they have a small amount of counter-type seating, this place is really more suited to takeout- making it especially suited for residents of the North Side like us!

Nicky’s Thai Kitchen Review – Curry and Noodles

July 8, 2026January 11, 2016

Thai food is one of our favorite cuisines and one that we make a lot at home, so it takes a really good Thai restaurant for us to get excited.

Luckily there’s no shortage of Thai restaurants in the city for when we just don’t feel like cooking- Nicky’s Thai Kitchen being one of the most universally loved and acclaimed.

Waffles INCaffeinated Review – Brunch in South Side

April 26, 2019January 5, 2016

I’m a sucker for a good breakfast spot, so when we heard about Waffles, INCaffeinated we knew we had to check it out. With several locations around the city, this is a casual, brightly colored joint with lots more on the menu besides waffles if they aren’t your thing- but the waffles are definitely the main attraction.

Schenley Park – A Green Oasis in the Center of Pittsburgh

July 8, 2026January 2, 2016

It’s almost hard to believe that right in the heart of the city is a beautiful 456-acre wooded area with trails and an abundance of activities and facilities. And yet, Schenley Park sits here, tucked in the midst of the bustling university community of Oakland.

From hiking, to ice skating, to watching movies on Flagstaff Hill, there’s something for everyone and for every season.

Penn Avenue Fish Co. Review – Delicious Seafood in the Strip

July 8, 2026December 28, 2015

Penn Avenue Fish Company is my idea of a perfect brunch spot in the Strip District. We love to skip right past the mile-long lines outside of restaurants like Pamela’s and head straight here for a relaxing weekend brunch. (Don’t get us wrong, there is a time and a place for Pamela’s, but sometimes you’re just too hungry to wait in line!)

Not only is Penn Ave Fish Co. a beautiful fish market with very trained and knowledgeable staff, it’s got a surprisingly delicious casual seafood menu, too.

Casbah Pittsburgh Review – Upscale Dining in Shadyside

April 13, 2022December 26, 2015

Casbah is one of the more upscale restaurants of the Big Burrito group, billing itself as a Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar. Our overall impression from several visits is that the food is perfectly fine- if you’re into straightforward meat, veggie, and starch dishes you’ll fit right in here.

If you’re looking for dishes that are a little more outside the box and have nontraditional flavor profiles, you might have a bit more trouble finding something here that tickles your fancy.

Oishii Bento Review – Japanese Takeaway in Oakland

July 8, 2026December 17, 2015

One of the things I love about traveling around Japan is the odd assortment of restaurants and food vendors you can visit. From the famed sushi masters, teppanyaki stalls, izakaya bars, to conveyor belt restaurants and vending machines galore, Japan really does have it all.

But in Pittsburgh, as is the case in most cities in the USA, we only have the opportunity to visit a small selection of these incredible establishments- most of which only focus on the sushi and noodle dishes that Japan is famous for. While these are delicious, they often completely ignore the other amazing meals the country offers.

One of the unique meals that Japan is known for is the bento box, and Oishii Bento in Oakland is working hard to bring this style out for all of Pittsburgh to enjoy.

Pizzaiolo Primo Review – Authentic Italian Experience Downtown

July 8, 2026December 15, 2015

I remember when Market Square consisted of not much more than Chipotle, Starbucks, and PPG Place. Luckily things have dramatically changed for the better with the gradual addition of great restaurants.

On a recent visit we decided to visit Pizzaiolo Primo to check out their Neapolitan style pizzas made with an authentic wood-fired oven, as well as their incredible pastas that ended up being the biggest surprise of the night.