You like traditional goto, must have, sandwich from Pittsburgh? If you do, this place is for you…read more This place was started by Joe Primanti in 1933 to feed shift workers from the local warehouses (coal and iron) and railroads. They are known for big sandwiches which now includes fries and cole slaw. The sandwiches provided value to workers...who were looking for a place to feed themselves to keep their energy up for a long shift. When you sit at the bar and you can only imagine the workers that sat here to feed themselves with what little they had. They found a sandwich between two pieces of soft Italian bread with a good balance of meat, cheese, cole slaw and fries...think energy and value. The history here is real and intense. Would I rate this as a culinary destination? Not particularly but I would say it's a must see to be part of US history as the town righted itself and came to life. The sandwich? I had the pastrami with cole slaw, egg, fries and tomato on Italian bread. Remarkably, the sandwich was light...despite it sounding heavy. The cabbage and tomatoes bring a great balance to the sandwich which makes it messy and remarkably light. Be prepared to get messy..so eat fast! I am probably talking too much about the sandwich...just go try it. The food is probably a 3.5 but it gets the extra .5 for the amazing history there. The service was great...well educated on the product, accommodating in every way. If you are in Pittsburgh, this is a must try.

So when you come to Pittsburgh, you have to eat at the original Primanti's…read more Quality and cleanliness may not be held to the same standard as some of the newer locations, but you're choosing legacy and experience over polish. The service was solid, the atmosphere feels authentic Pittsburgh with murals of local athletes and celebrities covering the walls, and the food still brought great flavor. It's one of those places where the history and vibe are part of the meal.

Best ice cream in the state. An the customer service great. But nowhere to park.read more

My daughter and I went to this establishment today to buy milkshakes for our employee's for 'Staff…read moreAppreciation Day'. We chose to go here instead of making the drive to Chick Fil A on McKnight Road for milkshakes. My daughter & I noticed 1 worker handling food with no gloves on, pulling her hair back to a bun then proceeded to handle the food without 1. Not washing her hands after she handled the food and 2. not putting gloves on to handle the food. I politely asked the employee, do you wear gloves to make milkshakes. She responded, yes we do and she was very polite about it. The other worker came and asked her what I said and she told her. The other worker came to us with MAJOR attitude taking our milkshake orders. She proceeded to say to her co-worker, please pull my hair back because I don't want to hear anyone BITCHING about it. My daughter said, Ma'am, my mom just asked if you wore gloves because she was handling food, she pulled her hair up and then she handled food again without washing her hands nor did she have gloves on. The young lady became extremely upset and shouted.....I AM NOT TALKING TO YOU. At this point, both my daughter and I were shocked. The conversation became heated because we were explaining we asked a simple question and she was very upset, uprupt and rude about how she responded to the situation. I then asked for the manager, she stated she was the manager. I said can I have a conversation with you. She stated 'no you cannot' I am done with it. I asked her, how can you not address a issue that needs to be addressed. She stated again, I'm done talking about it (VERY RUDELY). From the time she started making the milkshakes her attitude was off. And boy, from the taste of the shakes you can tell. They were not good and extremely watered down. There is so much more to this encounter. Such as shame. So much for NOT going to Chick Fil A. We will take the drive the next time. Manager could use managering skills. I'm still so upset.

OUT OF FOOD.....AGAIN…read more They are still taking online orders...get there...NO FOOD I've stopped ordering, but my coworkers got burned

Had to try the thanksgiving turkey sub and it lived up to the hype. Although kind of pricey and the…read moresize of the large felt smaller than 12" subs at other places but i would get it again for sure.

I used to eat here when I was going to college, then when I could once working. I relocated to…read moreDallas TX for 25 years and on every trip home this was an absolute must stop! Now I am back home, and I stop whenever I can. Always a word of mouth advocate whether its locals or people I meet from other states or countries. The shop on the north side is rich with history in the community that frequents this establishment. From celebs to local sports heroes, it is fun to just walk around and look at all the photos. FYI...Big Wheeler is by far and away the best sandwich! Full Stop... Love you guys!

Still love the Big Ben. So far out of one sandwich, hubby and I shared it for 1 dinner and 2…read morelunches. Granted we had smaller servings than most. My grandson, likely would eat all of this delicious sandwich at once. We called in advance to order and because they only take cash and we only had a hundred dollar bill. Can I use it? Yes, I'll take it said the Matt Damon look-alike. I'll take it. Loved seeing him in person as he expertly took orders. Pittsburgh friendly. This is a happy place with great food. You can eat in but many like us call in advance for takeout. And they are open on Monday when most places are closed. Love Peppis

1/21/2026 SOOOOOUP. This is such a fun concept for a restaurant. I got the following:…read more Boyfriend sandwich: 8.9/10 ($13) Potato and leek soup: 9.1/10 ($7 for a pint) The boyfriend sandwich was visually stunning and the taste did not disappoint. The pistachio pesto was very unique and tasted bright, fresh and nutty. The ricotta was creamy and fresh and the focaccia was herby and crunchy and airy.....I honestly regret not just getting a piece of it on its own. The potato and leek soup was so comforting and rich but not overly heavy. I am in love with this place. I want more soup now.

I'm not even kidding, this is the best sandwich I've ever had in my entire life. From the bread to…read morethe combination of flavors between, it was incredible. The space is small but homey and the food is obviously homemade. There's also plenty of soups, sides and sandwiches in the to-go cooler. I will tell everyone I can to give this place a visit and will be back whenever I can.

I love my neighborhood store! They take such good care of…read moreme. I'm regularly coming in for a roast beef sandwich, lettuce, tomato, mayo on rye bread and they make it just the way I ask them because I'm fussy like that. But they smile and they laugh at me when I roll my eyes and tell them that I know I'm difficult. I truly appreciate that they have high-quality fresh produce, excellent meats, pantry staples, a quality selection of crackers and cookies, Bread Works bread, and the best local ice creams. But they also have ready to bake hors d'oeuvres and fancy little tidbits for a last-minute party. I don't know what our neighborhood would do without them.

Though this wasn't my neighborhood (Bloomfield girl), Smiling Banana was a regular lunch spot for…read moreme. Being close to the market meant I could grab food items for home after lunch. I am a big believer in supporting local businesses. Even when I am home now on visits, I still try to do so. They have a nice organic selection as well. There were other times when I would just come here for lunch because they do an incredible deli sandwich! When you're here it's like you're family! That's just so very Pittsburgh. Go give them your money, get a yummy sandwich. You won't regret it.

One of my favorite places in Southside! You order at the bar and pay after you eat. They also have…read morean outdoor patio that is a great place to sit in warmer weather. They have a great variety of delicious sandwiches, but if you don't like any of the premade options, you can build your own! I recommend the Beast.

I absolutely love a good deli sandwich, and this one checked all the boxes! Fresh, quality…read moreingredients and priced right. I had corned beef on Rye with potatoe salad. This will be a regular part of my lunch routine. I highly recommend checking them out.

This is one of those must haves if you are in Pittsburgh. If you aren't going to make it to the…read moreStrip District location, this is a nice alternative because it feels less chain/corporate than many of the suburban locations. You have to try one of the signature sandwiches (various meats topped with coleslaw and fries and amazing, thick bread). Something to note is that this isn't a creamy coleslaw. In fact, on its own it doesn't have much flavor (mostly just pepper) but it somehow pairs well with the sandwich. The downside to this location is that they aren't exactly the best at table turnover/cleaning tables and the restaurant itself doesn't feel spotless (like some other locations do). But in a way, it kind of adds to the vibe of the place. There are several parking garages and also on street parking nearby. Nice that it has late hours most evenings (since a lot of downtown restaurants seem to close fairly early). Definitely worth a visit.

Love this restaurant chain, serves mainly hearty food, greasy but sometimes this is what feeds the…read moresoul. Casual atmosphere, table and seats are not always clean, but service is authentic, staff are efficient, not always friendly but they get what you need. Fun drinks, delicious food, with reasonable prices.

Cute little deli located on Butler street and convenient to many places. Stopped here for a salad…read moreand service was quick. It was delicious and under $10 so if you don't mind eating out of a to go bowl with a plastic fork, this is your go to place for a salad. It came with fresh ingredients and the chicken was good. There was a nice art festival going on that day, so lots to see. Personally, I prefer a bowl and utensils but we tried it as we were in the area and on foot.

Awesome deli spot in Lawrenceville. The food is super fresh and made relatively quickly, still warm…read morewhen you pick it up if you order takeout. And a very reasonable sized menu with solid (but not huge) portions. I got to try their caprese with pesto panini. It was absolutely delicious. I believe they make most of the sauces in house (like the pesto and artichoke sauce). The bread is crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, the cheese is fresh, the vegetables are super fresh, and the pesto is delicious. It's just a great sandwich. And, it even comes with a nice pickle spear! All in all, definitely recommend this spot for lunch. The caprese is so good!

I got their chicken Philly and it was very good. The price and portion are worth it and the service…read moreis very adequate for how busy they can get. If you're looking for fresh food cooked in a hurry, give this sub shop a try.

The service was great! The boy at the register was helpful in every way from giving us a paper menu…read moreto look more closely to figuring out a way to give my grandfather a senior discount when I'm not sure it was even available. The food was really good and made fresh I got the regular hot Italian I'm sure the mini would have been fine because I only finished half and a chocolate chip cookie that was so soft and delicious I would go back just for them. I tasted my mom's cheesesteak and it was flavorful and cheesy throughout. I'm looking forward to the next time I go back