This was a wonderful experience. I've been to Pittsburgh like 10 times now, and this was the first restaurant in the city that wowed me. From the wait staff being friendly, to a great menu, and a quirky atmosphere, Duo is my go to recommendation for this city. We took a group of different diets, and were able to make a family style meal out of it. The menu has that breadth, and is concise enough for the staff to execute well on. I really liked their ceviche and beef tartare tostadas. The lavender infused tequila cocktail was refreshing! I am definitely coming back here soon. read more

Duolingo opened a taco spot? We definitely made an effort to check it out during out weekend trip to Pittsburg trip last week. I was expecting it to be more of a casual taco joint, but it was far from it. The interior is modern, with a lot of warm lighting and elegant decor. We got there on a Friday around 1:30 PM, 30 minutes before they closed in preparation for dinner. Fortunately, the service was quick, and we were in and out within 40 minutes. TACOS DE SUADERO (3) - 14 Each taco contained a fair amount of beef brisket in each one. However, the beef was pretty dry and not the most flavorful. Probably our least favorite out of the tacos we ordered. TACOS DE AL PASTOR (3) - 14 Definitely more of a modern twist to tacos than traditional. I felt like there was more pineapple flavor than al pastor in these al pastor tacos. These were okay at best. GUACAMOLE Y TOTOPOS - 15 I actually really enjoyed this appetizer. They gave us plenty of guac, which was creamy and lightly seasoned. The totopos were super thick and crispy (also not too salty), and we got an extra bowl of them without charge since we had so much guac leftover. We also got an order of TACOS DE ESTILLO BAJA, which is crispy shrimp tacos. I didn't try one since the salsa and pico de gallo all had plenty of cilantro mixed in, but my friend thought these were the best tacos out of the three we tried. Duolingo... How are your tacos just as pricy as your subscription? Each taco could easily be finished within 2-3 bites. Besides the guacamole y totopos, I personally didn't think the suadero or al pastor tacos were worth getting. read more

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Duo's in East Liberty explores Mexico's incredible culinary heritage. Dishes and drinks like their aguachile and agua fresca brought me back to my trip to Oaxaca!   We sat outside in their spacious patio since it was so nice outside. The inside has large gorgeous bar and plenty of seating as well. Our server was nice and patient even though we had trouble yapping instead of looking at the menu and ordering. Everything we had was flavorful, fresh, and delightful. You can't skip out on dessert and while the tamal de cacao might look a little unusual, I promise it's delicious! read more

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The menu is incredibly creative, the flavors are bold, and every dish feels thoughtful and unique. It's the kind of place that's doing something different, and honestly feels a little ahead of its time for Pittsburgh. If you're looking for a fun, innovative meal instead of the usual, Duo is absolutely worth a visit. read more

Flawless experience. Had the octopus but would recommend anything. The service was better than I could have ever asked for, 11/10. The vibe and ambiance off the charts. I felt absolutely spoiled by how good the whole menu looked and will definitely be returning. Authentic, flavorful, and a good value. Can't wait to bring friends. read more

Duo’s - Octopus. - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Excellent Mexican quizine! Service is excellent and the space is very cool. All fresh ingredients in the cocktails and the dishes. We'll be back- read more

Duo’s - Foody Friends - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Love everything about this place. The vibe, the food, the service...all 5 star! We have been for brunch and for dinner and both times were excellent. The drinks are amazing and while the menu isn't huge, what they do offer is elevated and delicious. The margaritas are not made from a pre made mix and the food didn't disappoint. Roasted chicken was my favorite and the guacamole is crave-worthy. Street parking can be a challenge. read more

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I will say the portions are quite small but with everything being made in-house, it's worth trying out this authentic Mexican restaurant! The modern vibe from the menus to the plating to the interior design makes it a cozy spot for evening drinks or weekend brunch. We got to try the pozole verde, chilaquiles, an horchata, cafe de olla and an agua fresca. The star of the show was the corn pancakes and the chocolate concha. read more

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Ok this place should be more famous! First the look inside is amazing. The food was fresh as it gets. Taste was amazing and can't wait to go back again. Our waitress just started 3 days ago and she knew the menu better than Congress knows the constitution!?! read more

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The inside was really cute and well designed. Definitely more modern. Service was attentive and quick. The food portions were a bit smaller than I thought but they did put a good about of protein on each taco. I enjoyed the fish one the most because it was flavorful and not dry. The chips and guacamole were pretty good. Overall decent place but nothing that stands. read more

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Drinks are a 5 food a 3. Went for lunch all had tortillas. The tortillas were very dry and the everything lack salt. Order them with cheese to at least add salt. The star was the chocolate tamale. read more

Duo’s - AL PASTOR TACOS - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I got the pollo rostizado (4/5), which was a lot of food; it was one of the few times I've had leftovers. It had a good flavor, but I wish it had less sauce, more beans, and a bit crispier skin. The quantity definitely justified the price; a lot of the other options seemed expensive for the amount of food. The service was good (4/5), and the restaurant is quite well decorated with a fancier interior, making it a great date night spot (4/5). read more

Duo’s - Pollo Rostizado (4/5) - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Duo's restaurant is owned by the educational-technology company Duolingo. Its website says that it serves foods inspired by Mexico City and Mexico's 31 states. Examples of menu items are tacos, shrimp cocktail, flautas, NY strip prime, rotisserie chicken, goat birria, octopus, and flan. Options are available for meats, seafoods, and vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free foods. This restaurant also has a bar that serves cocktails. My husband and I ate one lunch here. Our hostess/waitress provided timely and friendly service. Considering that my husband is of Mexican descent, and we have eaten authentic foods in several Mexican cities, here are my ratings for what we ate here: Tostadas de Atun - 4 stars - Big eye tuna crudo, avocado, salsa negra, and sesame seed were atop tostadas. The spiciness was moderate. My husband took a couple of bites, and I ate the rest. Quesadilla de Col Rizada - 4 stars - A large tortilla was filled with kale, queso oaxaca, chivo blanco beans, and salsa ranchera. I thought that this quesadilla tasted good. Tacos de Cachetada - 3 stars - These soft tacos contained prime ribeye steak, costra cheese, salsa crudo, asada onions, and cilantro. My husband called these tacos "bland," and he used my salsa to add flavor. In addition, the tacos were soggy. The total price for this one appetizer and two entrees was $50 plus tax and tip. read more

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I'll start w a summary - Overall, the food was okay. I wouldn't come back for it but the service is what puts this place down so much. The manager was the only person that seemed professional and attentive. Bar seating was so uncomfortable that I ended up standing for some of my meal. Entered around 7:45 and was told it was 45 minutes for a seat so we gladly took bar seating. Staff initially politely greeted us. We ordered our appetizers and a drink. My girlfriend's espresso martini was stiff and flavorless. The tostado de atún & flauta de tinga were both good. The problems started after our apps. We waited quite some time before the bartenders asked us what we wanted for an entree. For a period of time our waters were empty. Our dinners came out and the birria was okay but not great, kind of a watered down broth with an aftertaste of spice. The gringa al pastor tacos were good. The pollo rostizado was too messy to want to eat in a restaurant. The bar lighting was also so dim that my friend didn't realize the color difference to realize what was salsa vs black beans. We then waited at least fifteen minutes after our meals were finished if we wanted dessert. There were two bartenders that didn't seem to communicate at all so one asked us if we needed anything else after we were waiting 10+ minutes for our desserts already. The desserts - flan & tamal de cacao - were fine. The flan was thicker & creamier than most, which I preferred and had a strong caramel taste if that's your thing. The mousse was airy but the tamal was 99% corn and 1% chocolate flavoring. read more

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Another excellent visit here, though upon my second visit there are definitely a couple of things I think could stand improvement to make this five stars. Still love the vibe and love the tacos! I got the oyster mushroom tacos again which are an absolutely amazing vegetarian choice. My friend got the al pastor tacos and was very happy with them. On my last visit we got the queso fundido, which got very hard if you let it sit for a minute. This time we got the guac, which the server recommended with a special preparation that included some salsa with jalapeños and the queso. It had an underlying smoky flavor and was delicious, and hot when you hit a jalapeño. I liked it a lot and liked that the server proactively brought us more chips so none would be wasted. I ended up taking the leftover of this home and it was just as good there. I got an Agua Fresca as I did last time and these are nice choices as nonalcoholic drink options. A couple of small misses here. First, being a Duolingo concept, this place has no right to be such a fantastic restaurant, which it truly is. One of Pittsburgh's best. Still, you come here as a Duolingo learner wanting to feel connected to the concept in someway and the only connection is a neon sign of Duo at the entrance. I feel there should be some tie to the learning via a QR code or something special to make you feel engaged if you are a Duolingo learner when you are here. I currently have a streak of over 1000 days and feel very connected to the learning and the company. Also, the dessert menu is only three items none of which got us particularly excited. The dessert menu could use a little upgrade to make the end of the experience as great as the rest of it. read more

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This was a long awaited visit to a place that we were so excited to check out. It did not disappoint. While I would've expected, there would be a casual multinational food court because that would be more along the lines of Duolingo's style, this authentic Mexican restaurant was amazing. The service was impeccable, and the food was really top-notch. These were not your regular American tacos or American chips and guac. We had flan for dessert, following flautas, well spiced tacos, and super fresh appetizers. Believe it or not the founder and CEO of Duolingo himself was casually hanging out at the bar enjoying his evening. I was honored to be able to have a few quick complimentary words with him. If you're in the area or if you're a fan of tacos, check it out. read more

Duo’s - Upstairs. - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Excellent Mexican food, including tacos and more meaty main dishes. Gigantic portions for a fair price. Nice date night vibe but also some larger tables for groups and families. Our server told us that the street food portion of the menu would have smaller and sharable plates. They were sharable but not small! The chips and guac are a formidable starter; very dense chips and a heaping mound of guac. The tuna tostadas are filling as well. Nice change of pace to have raw tuna on a menu with many other cooked meats. We also got the flautas, which are chicken stuffed hard-shell tacos doused in salsa verde. They were humongous and delicious. The order came with two and I could only eat one by myself. We also got a side of frijoles refried black beans to take home for our 9-month old (great baby food!). We would have been stuffed after those sharable plates. But we thought we must try a main dish and ordered the pollo rostizado. It included four large pieces of chicken (two breasts, a thigh, and a drumstick, from my count). I mean, that could have been our dinner in and of itself. The chicken was very tender and juicy. My only constructive feedback is that some of the dishes were too saucy. The flautas could have had half as much salsa verde and still been delicious. The chicken came on a bed of black beans, but those were washed away in an ocean of sauce. read more

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When you drive by, you may not know what's inside. But what's inside is a lot, and it's very good, too. First off, the decor is very cool, and the music is authentic Mexican. The hosts were very warm and welcoming. The food was delicious and it came out fast. They have a nice collection of Mexican sodas. There are booths, tables, bar seating and lots of outdoor seating. I heard employees of Duolingo eat free on Wednesday nights, so everything was hopping. I'm a Duolingo customer, so this was a fun evening for me. I think anyone would enjoy it here read more

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We came here for happy hour/dinner and really loved it! Beautiful ambiance inside - dark greens, wood, and plants. They have a big circular bar where you can sit at and plenty of tables inside. Some tables outside too but it's nicer inside. Olivia was our waitress and she was wonderful. Such a fun energy and she gives you her honest opinion on dishes/drinks. We got the happy hour margaritas which were $8 each. They were really good! We loved them. We got the tostada de atun to start. Wow, this was a highlight of the meal! Truly such an amazing flavor. Not your typical "tuna tartare/crudo" dish, it packs so much flavor... it's smoky, it's creamy, it's got a little bit of a kick. I would order these again in a heartbeat. Then we got the broccolini a la blancha. Beautiful presentation, it's topped with pistachios and edible flowers. Really nice dish too, very tasty. Then we got the al pastor tacos - it comes with three. They were also great. The tostada de atun was definitely the standout, but we enjoyed everything. Great meal - thank you! read more

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Enjoyable experience. Nice to go with a group and share some small plates. I did not love My cocktails and that bummed me out because I took my time to choose them. They have a list of what felt like one million mezcals but only one cocktail with mezcal. I also want my cocktails served with straws. The flavors accumulated at the bottom of my drinks and it altered its taste and presentation. I ordered a michelada and it came separate. My entire beer did not even fit in the glass. I prefer my cocktails are already made for me. The plantain cake slappedd and I loved the broccoli dish too. So creative and flavorful Our server was patient with us because we took forever but was also attentive and never disappeared, great service. The interior and two floors gave a tropical, cool, calm feeling. Loved the decor and design. read more

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Food and vibes were good! Service was a little slow. We ordered the guac to start and then had the fried mushroom tacos, tuna tostadas, chicken taquitos, and half the chicken. The mushroom tacos were a bit disappointing but everything else was good. The chicken taquitos were hugeeee and more like enchilada-size and very good with the salsa verde. read more

Duo’s - Half chicken, chicken taquitos, tuna tostada - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Both dishes had loads of flavor, I wanted to ask for both sauces in to go containers! The Al pastor tacos paired great with the fresh mango habanero, but it wasn't spicy at all. The tacos dorados were delicious, a crispy potato (looked like mashed and then formed into a log then fried) in a tortilla with a bold salsa on top. Service was fine, staff was friendly and on top of things. read more

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Booked my reservation through the Resy app and had the BEST time on my solo date night! From the moment I walked in, I was warmly greeted and made to feel so welcome. The host showed me to my table and even pointed out the restroom; those little touches really matter. Even though the restaurant was fairly busy, it took no more than about two minutes after I sat down for my server to greet me. Water was brought immediately, poured for me, and my glass stayed full the entire night. I let both the host and my server know that I was visiting from California, that it was my first time in Pittsburgh and my first time at Duo's and they were beyond friendly and helpful, which made the experience even more special. My server, Shayla, was absolutely AMAZING. Her passion for the menu and Duo's concept was contagious. She took the time to explain how the ingredients are locally sourced, with some items flown in directly from Mexico, and she thoughtfully walked me through all the pork-free options. Her energy, knowledge, and attentiveness truly elevated my night. Sinead also stopped by to check in and ask how everything was especially the dessert and she was just as warm and welcoming. The Tamales de Cacao were TO DIE FOR, and the churro was incredible as well. For my main, I ordered the Birria de Chivo an easy 10/10. The blood orange margarita was spectacular, perfectly balanced, and so refreshing. The ambiance and service was absolutely unreal hands down the best I've had yet. This was the perfect solo date night: great vibes, amazing service, delicious food, and such a fun, welcoming atmosphere. I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Best restaurant experience we've had since moving to Pittsburgh, not even close. My wife and I had our first night away from the kids in a long time, and we wrapped it up with brunch here on Sunday, turns out they had just started brunch a week ago. We randomly walked into it and got very lucky. We ordered the masa pancakes, breakfast burrito, and al pastor tacos. Unreal across the board. The pancakes had these crispy, buttery edges with incredible flavor and syrup. The burrito was perfect, every bite hit and you could tell the tortilla was homemade. And the al pastor tacos were insane, honestly better than what I've had in California and Mexico. We were completely full and still kept eating like idiots because it was that good. Service somehow matched the food: * Lacy (server) was awesome, attentive, sweet and dialed in * Ella (host) set the tone right away with a warm welcome * Migdalia (bar) crushed it, (jumping bean is to die for) * Olivia (AGM) clearly runs a tight operation, she was friendly, passionate and made sure to check in with us You can feel that people actually care here, which is rare. How is it even possible to have both perfect food and service?! We'll be back next week for dinner, can't wait. If you're debating it, don't! read more

everytime someone visits us from out of town, we take them here bc its fun to eat a duos and also the food is surprisingly so worth it. must get the al pastor tacos, the fish is ok for app and for main (sour flavor, unique taste buds will like), we love the chicken and goat birria which both come with tortillas, chips & guac is delicious and fresh; MUST get the chocolate corn dessert thing. fr one of a kind. read more

Duo’s - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great Mexican food next to Duolingo offices with homemade blue corn tortillas and chips . Guacamole serving is generous with sliced jalapeño read more

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Who knew you needed a Resy table reservation for a rainy Monday evening! Luckily for me and my friend (who recommended this restaurant after eating here before), their bar offers full food service and had two seats together available. We should have know it was busy when the nearby metered street parking was full. It's a dimly lit warm ambiance and the staff were very welcoming. I enjoyed their take on shrimp cocktail as a starter. Small plates add up the tab. But the octopus dish was a star! read more

Went and sat at the bar with a friend. It was busy so I would recommend making a reservation. The staff was so nice and helpful. We got the guacamole to share and it was so good. I loved all the fresh jalapeños. I got the beef brisket tacos and my friend got the Al pastor. We both added crispy cheese and this is a must. I absolutely loved my tacos. And my friend loved hers. We then got the churro to split. I personally didn't like the chocolate sauce but the churro was good. I will definitely be going back for those tacos. And to try more of the menu. read more

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Love coming to Duo's! Especially how kid friendly they were for beautiful space. They had good high chairs, and sat us upstairs in a nice and bright space (seems to be where the families get put). This time we tried the birria de Chivo (smoked goat birria) and it was incredible. Comes with a side of tortillas, rice, and a platter of toppings. Also don't skip the beef tartare appetizer!! When we come back, we'll definitely have to get both of these items again. read more

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They have a fun loft space upstairs that can gather a private party and it was a great area for a twenty two people birthday celebration I hosted. The two tables took up half the room, allowing the other half to stay open for cocktail hour mingling. They are really easy to work with and to this date make the best flan I have ever eaten - I ordered that as desert for everybody and it was devoured by all, including the dairy evaders :) read more

Duo’s - loft space - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I love the food and vibe here. We came last night for dinner. The host and server were both incredibly sweet and welcoming. We got the cóctel de camarones, trio of salsas, fish tacos and kampechi pescado. For drinks we had mezcal old fashioneds. Everything was absolutely delicious!! You can taste the freshness. read more

Duo’s - Cóctel de camarones-delicious and just the right amount of spice! - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Everything here is so good! The service was quick and our waitress was very friendly. She explained anything we had a question about. We got there for happy hour and some in our group got the paloma, while I got the pomegranate agua fresca with rum. Both were delicious. For food, I got the pollo rostizado (and forgot to take a pic). Omg, the chicken was cooked perfectly - it was tender and flavorful and the sauce complemented it so well. Everyone loved their meals, no complaints! The desserts were also great - we shared the flan and the almond plantain cake. We were scraping the dishes to get every last bite - so delicious! Between the group, we tried several of the signature cocktails also and all were made really well. This has been on my list to try for a long time and I'm sad now that I've been missing out for so long! We'll be back again for sure. read more

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The most incredible meal I've had in Pittsburgh. Such fresh ingredients, bold flavors and prompt service! Our waitress Kat gave wonderful recommendations, everything was delicious. We happened to go on pupusa night, where instead of tacos being on the menu it is pupusas, and I would recommend going on a Monday to experience this! The cold asparagus salad was probably the best thing I've ever eaten and I will be thinking about it for days. A beautiful restaurant, definitely go! read more

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July 2025 Jueves cultural. Nice place, chill vibe. Very American , no Latin vibe. The food was ok. Taco al pastor was what one would expect. Red rice excellent. Black beans were a miss. Guacamole was uneventful, just ok. Portions are small. The kind of place you'll want to order several things to share. Best of the night was the Thursday margarita for 8 $ Really like the staff- door greeter, bar tenders, GM all very personable. The tacos and tortillas caught me by surprise. Very thick corn tortillas. Tasty and new. Prices are higher than usual for Latin food and portions small. I was surprised that the chicharones were not house made. Been there once, not likely to return. Need more Latin vibe read more

Here's a polished food review for Duo's based on your notes: Duo's - A Flavorful Taco Gem Duo's delivers big on flavor and freshness. The brisket and al pastor tacos were standouts--each bite packed with juicy, well-seasoned meat and balanced toppings. The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the al pastor had just the right kick of spice and sweetness. The guacamole was bright, creamy, and clearly made fresh to order--no shortcuts here. And the tuna tostadas? A surprise hit. Crisp, light, and topped with perfectly marinated tuna that brought everything together. If you're looking for a spot that nails both classic and creative bites, Duo's is worth a visit. read more

We thoroughly enjoyed our brunch at Duo's. Two of us had the Chilaquiles Rojos which featured a perfectly over-easy egg that dressed the cilantro-rich sautéed vegetables and the spicy sauce. I don't know what the sauce was exactly--"tomato-ey" but darker and richer. One of us had the traditional Salvadoran breakfast --eggs laced with finely chopped vegetables, refried beans, cheese, avocado, etc. What I and my husband appreciated about this dish was that while it was bountiful, the beans weren't swimming into every other component. Also, it was beautifully plated. Our other friend had the burrito; he had it here before--so, a repeat is always a good sign. We shared the corn pancakes--they were the perfect treat "for the table." Lastly sometimes it is the simple things-- the conchas, a Mexican sweet bread topped with a thin layer of sweetish cocoa was delightful with our coffees--and a couple to take home were such a nice thing to take home for the next morning's breakfast. The staff was was warm and attentive; one could tell they were proud of their dishes and they enjoyed working there. read more

Duo’s - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

When I read about this place opening, I thought it was just a window to order at - was very pleasantly surprised to see the dining room! Vibes are very fun and cute, not too many tables crammed in so felt intimate. We ordered the salsa y totopos, lengua tacos, and suadero tacos. I also got the cocktail named where there's smoke, which had carolina reaper infused benedictine. My takeaway is that everything we ordered was VERY spicy, which is probably authentic. It was delicious but def something to be prepared for if spice isn't your thing. The lengua tacos were something I had been wanting to try for awhile and they were my favorite, the suadero tacos were a bit too heavy for me. Our server was so nice and friendly. It happened to be dia de los muertos when we came and even got a complimentary dessert and beverage. Overall we had a great time! read more

Duo’s - Tacos Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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o m g! I've been wanting to try Duos for a while and omg it was amazing. The service, ambience, food... everything! The location is pretty hidden in the strip on Penn Ave but it's a must try! Honestly some of the best tacos I've had in the Shadyside/oakland/east liberty area. Everything was also super reasonably priced. The Suadero tacos and white fish tacos were both phenomenal, very different vibes from each other but both so so so delicious. I can't wait to go back!! read more

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Duo's pleasantly surprised me! I had a Brazilian limeade (a bit too sweet for me), queso with chorizo (a great app!), Al pastor tacos (I loved these + great for sharing!), and the chicken entree (stand out dish). For the entree, the staff recommended shredding off the bone and making tacos. The chicken was extremely tender, and the sauce was tasty. The only odd thing was that when I arrived they said bar seating was the only option, however the restaurant wasn't during my 1.5hr spent there. If you're going with a group I recommend reservations for any night of the week. read more

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What a terrific little find in East Liberty. A beautiful restaurant with the most kind and knowledgeable staff. The guacamole was tasty and the salsas were so fun to try! The totopos (tortilla chips) were much thicker than I am used to but they were tasty and homemade. The fish tacos I got were so good and I could have ate 12! A smaller menu, but great variety. Go try out your spanish and enjoy a lovely meal. read more

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