Yum - freaking - me! As the other fellower yelpers mentioned - this place is a cash only. A couple of recommendations: - Don't eat early in the week - I don't recommend wearing any tight clothing (no skinny jeans) - you will not be skinny when you leave I walked in for breakfast one early weekday AM. The place was packed with locals and regulars. A very good sign. My co-worker recommended I get the mixed grill. I ordered the large mix grill. My waitress tried to warn me - it is large (very large). I ended up eating the left-overs for the next 2 days. Food - The Mixed Grill comprises their homemade sausage, grilled onions, grilled peppers, potatoes, fried eggs. Portion - This should have been a man vs food episode. I was not going to attempt to eat all the food. It was really good. Service - My waitress looks as if she had been working there for years. She was fast, friendly, and offered good advice. Price - The cost ranges $5 - 10. I will definitely go back after I buy some new stretchy pants. read more

Gab & Eat - Mixed grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

I stopped in here due to a change in luncheon plans. Upon arrival the wait to be seated was horrific! Someone pointed to an empty counter stool so I sat there. I perused the menu fairly quick and decided to order half portions. I hadn't had a waffle in ages and I love home fries. Since they both came in half portions I went with those. My waitress made sure I always had a fresh cup of hot tea since I was sitting near the entrance. It seemed like a long production line to wait for your order but it did not disappoint. When I got my half orders I was overwhelmed at the size! The waffle was thick and fluffy and the home fries which bore a resemblance to hash browns were hot and greasy. Ketchup is on the counter as well as syrup. Yes they use real butter here since I could observe one of the chefs using a giant slab of it in preparation of orders. I definitely plan to revisit this place when I have more time to try different things. My advice would be to prepare to take home a doggy bag since they give huge portions even if they are half size. The best part is that prices here are very reasonable and you can get a lot of food for what you order. Gab and Eat is located in a small strip mall just on the cusp of the entrance to Carnegie. It is easy to miss if you are looking for a particular building. read more

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Fantastic place. So much better than any chain restaurant. 25 years ago, I lived in the area and ate there 3-4 times a week. I don't get back there very often, but when I do, I make that a priority stop. The place hasn't changed in 25 years. They have the world's best hot sausage. This type of restaurant is a part of Americana. I recommend it highly. read more

Gab & Eat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

Readers of my reviews may recall that I once referred to The Dor-Stop as possibly the best breakfast in Pittsburgh. Well, faithful followers, I must now admit that The Dor-Stop has now been verified as only one of the best. Why? That's because Gab and Eat I have now found to be THE best breakfast I've ever had. If it was closer to my home I would quickly become a regular. I easily decided to order the Mixed Grill (Half). Before I go on, I must ask...has anyone seen a full order? Because I honestly can't imagine how much food that is. I created my own with bacon, cheese, eggs and potatoes. Based on reviews I also opted to get a side of the sausage and was pleased as punch when our waitress asked if I wanted hot or sweet....or one of each. I like variety, so I jumped on the change to try both. I also selected the Italian toast - what other kind is there, really? When my food arrived, it looked delicious. There was so much bacon that after eating half of my Mixed Grill it looked like I'd barely started. The sausage was great, just don't ask me which one I liked best. My toast? 4 thick slices that looked to be about half the loaf and were buttered on both sides. It was a struggle, but I was determined to enjoy every tasty morsel and not leave a crumb. In case anyone is wondering, yes, they use real butter. I saw pounds of it stacked in the kitchen with my own two eyes. The wait staff was quick and efficient as well as helpful and friendly with our larger group of 9 people. The fact that none of the plates match and I noticed a sign at the front register that said, "We need mugs" just makes me love this place even more. A few tips: 1.) Order the Mixed Grill. 2.) Cash only! 3.) Gab and Eat is a popular place but also very small and narrow (or cozy if you will). I recommend going during the week when they are still busy but can accomodate a group. That way you won't feel rushed or crowded. 4.) Get to Gab and Eat ASAP! You'll be glad you did! read more

Gab & Eat - Mixed Grill (half) with a side of bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

Sometimes you just don't need a fancy shmancy over-priced frilly frittata-ed brunch to get the job done. Sometimes you just want a greasy spoon diner that knows how to fry up some good breakfast. I love this place. The booths are falling apart, the waitresses aren't overly nice, and it's chaotic. But I can design my perfect breakfast because they serve half waffles and single French toasts! I hate having to choose between sweet and savory breakfast and, at Gab & Eat, you don't have to. Everything I've eaten here has been very good. Waffles = gooood. Sausage Patties= gooood. Mixed grill = gooooood. Pepper, onion, sausage, cheese, and potato omelet = so so so good. You really can't go wrong here. It's a great place for cheap eats! read more

Gab & Eat - Beware. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

Gab & Eat...two things I am very proficient at. Having been told how great Gab & Eat was by my better half we went and checked it out this weekend. It's in a little strip mall next to a Barber Shop in Carnegie. Barber Shop's and a greasy spoon. Say no more! The restaurant is long and narrow inside and there is a bar which you can sit at and watch the cooks produce their goods, and goods they are. We had to wait a few minutes for a seat to open and we sat ourselves promptly. Our server took our order for beverages while we checked out the menu. I had coffee as did she. Their coffee is a bit on the weak side, so if you're expecting a pick me up, look elsewhere. It's diner coffee. I chose to have two eggs over medium, home fries, sausage patties(one of each, hot and sweet) and Italian toast. The toast was easily 1-1/2" thick. Evidently the sausage is made specifically for Gab & Eat from what I gather. It's good. In fact it's probably some of the best breakfast sausage I'd ever ate in a restaurant. The seasoning was perfect. My eggs were a hair underdone for over medium, but they were still very good. The home-fries were both soft and crispy at the same time. They were fantastic. I also ordered two pancakes. Being as I'd never been I figured I'd better try them, you know, for science sake. They were good. Nice and fluffy, good flavor and not burnt. Definitely should've just ordered one. She had the 1/2 Mixed Grill add mushrooms and half of a Belgian waffle. She loved it. The Belgian waffle remained crispy even after applying the necessary maple syrup. Gab & Eat is everything that I like. It's been there for a long time. It's a very local place. It has a history. It's not a fly by night diner or an experimental breakfast joint. What they make stands the test of time and it's just plain good. read more

Gab & Eat - 1/2 Mixed Grill, add mushrooms! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

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We had the misfortune to arrive at 12:43 today (a Saturday). We saw the hours on the door but no "closed" sign so we were hoping we could still be seated and have something to eat. The lady in the front said "go ahead, have a seat, you'll be the last ones", and a gentleman put the closed sign on the door. We walked back to an empty booth, only to be met by a waitress who made an angry disgusted face at us and greeted us with "We're closing in one minute" and proceeded to wipe down the seats so they would be nice and wet if we sat down. My husband said that they told us in the front that we could stay, but when he realized how offended I was, we just turned around and walked out in spite of the the waitress telling us we could stay (but she didn't apologize). WTF? They could have just told us they had forgotten to put up the closed sign and we'd have just tried to get there earlier another time. There was no need to be that rude; like, do you realize you're in the HOSPITALITY industry?! We went elsewhere, spent nearly $40 for a lovely meal, and left a 25% tip for our pleasant and competent server. We will not be trying Gab 'n' Eat again, which is sad as the food looked and smelled delicious. BTW, we were clean and well dressed and I was carrying a designer bag and had multiple diamond rings on, so it wasn't that we looked cheap or like poor tippers, as you only have one chance to make a first impression. Gab'n'Eat blew theirs.. read more

Wonderful food and friendly service at a great price. Truly what you think of when you think of a diner. The food is great but the space is small, be prepared to wait if you get there a bit "late" for breakfast. read more

Great greasy spoon! Arrived early, around 7:15 am on a weekday. Had no trouble finding a seat. Just as we were sitting down, a waitress asked if we wanted coffee. Of course, and how lovely! We had a couple of questions about the mixed grill sizes because we didn't want too much, as the reviews here stated that the portions were huge. The waitress was super nice and answered all of our questions. We ended up splitting the half-sized mixed grill, and it was PLENTY! Great diner quality, but I think I'll try the same dish without the cheese next time-it was an American cheese, and I don't think the grill needed it. Coffee was always hot, and service was so quick! This place is a hot spot! Cash only - be prepared. read more

Great little place for a quick breakfast! Friendly, helpful staff, quick service, and yummy breakfast!! We will definitely visit again soon!! read more

Very friendly even though not much space they sure do keep it moving, owners are very polite

The food used to be really good but the last time I was there not so much. The vegetables in the scrambler were raw.

Great homemade hot breakfast sausage and a wonderful family restaurant feel. Reminds me of the one my parents used to own in Mi. Have fun finding a table on the weekend :) read more

This place gets 5 stars for the Italian toast. If it wouldn't be weird to just walk in and order a plate of Italian toast I would totally do it. Instead I typically get Italian toast with a side of omelette ;). Seriously though, I've only had omelettes and they aren't bad. Straightforward. I think my favorite is just a simple cheese omelette. I'd skip the mushrooms though as they are canned. I think canned mushrooms taste gross. Once I just got peppers and onions which started off tasty but I think they just put too much. The place itself is nothing special to look at. I like the diner seating style, it's kind of nostalgic. My OCD tendencies make me slightly bothered by the hodge podge of mismatching mugs. But it gives the place character! Anyway, back to the bread. It's heavenly. And they are generous. Sometimes I day dream about the bread. My husband thinks I'm crazy. I think he's just jealous :) read more

Simple. You will always have a happy belly. It's a bit tight in the building but who cares with the deliciousness. The place is always packed so that says it all. read more

Very nice greasy spoon diner for when you're in the mood for large French Toast, pancakes, omelets. Gets a little busy and is cash only, fyi. Worth the trip for Americana. read more

This place is as Legit diner breakfast as you can get. Everything on the menu is top notch. I would highly recommend trying both the Sweet and the Hot homemade sausage. I haven't been here for lunch yet, but I've heard really good things about their burgers and sandwiches. The service is prompt, kind, and to the point. Gab & Eat has replaced my local breakfast joint, Eggs R Us, and I would put it up against any other diner in the Burgh. If you are a, most important meal of the day, warrior, then you have to check this place out. You won't be disappointed... Unless you like designer lattes and egg white frittatas... Then Gab & Eat might not be your jam... read more

One of the best breakfast spots in the burg be patient of course there's a crowd try the mixed grill, A half order will fill most humans get the raisin toast,It's thick Crisp, Pile on the butter never had a bad meal there they can even make oatmeal taste good Only ever had breakfast there ,the lunch is probably good also I don't believe they're open for dinner read more

This is hands down one of my favorite breakfast spots. If you're looking for a greasy spoon, this is the place to go. There is generally always a wait, but believe me when I say it is well worth it! read more

It's been a few years since I ate breakfast here. Honestly , I'm not sure why? I really like this Gab & Eat. The food here is really good (try the hot sausage), the wait staff is wonderful and the price is better than Denny's. Even the coffee is really good. I can't believe I forgot about you guy's for so long. I'm sorry about that & I will be coming back. PS. NO loud and obnoxious music.. maybe a few loud customers , but that's not the restaurants fault. nobody uses their indoor voices anymore. 5 Stars Guy's ! read more

My wife ordered three poached well eggs and raisin toast, and I got a ham and cheese (provolone) omelet with Italian toast (Breadworks). The toast was more than an inch thick and was honestly more like four slices. My wife couldn't even finish hers. It was a meal in itself. The omelet was weird - by far the most amount of ham I have ever seen in a breakfast, AT LEAST half a pound. But instead of being included in the omelet, it was just thrown on the plate, with a circular egg patty and cheese thrown on top. It was good, just not what you would expect for an omelet. Regardless, with the huge serving of toast, it was the most food we have ever gotten, all for only $15. The "lazy" omelet construction - and lack of a side of fruit - brought it down to four stars. But the price and flavor of the food, to go with the huge quantities, means we will probably go back. read more

Gab & Eat - Ham and cheese omelet. Really just ham with an egg patty thrown on too. Good flavor but disappointing presentation and construction. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

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Coming from New Jersey, I love the feeling of an open-kitchen breakfast diner. There's something so nice about hearing the eggs hit the griddle and waffles being made while you sip your coffee from a random old mug that someone probably donated that the atmosphere is a comfort unto itself. The menu is pretty standard for breakfast diner food, but excellently prepared. On top of the standard menu there are always specials that aren't quite seasonally contrived but still closer to having fresh ingredients in season which is always a joy. Prices are also as good as they come in the Pittsburgh region which is another great selling point. It can get a little crowded if you're waiting for a table but in my eyes, you can't beat the bar that overlooks the work station but I know that's not for everyone. It is cash only with an ATM on site which isn't a bad thing just something should be known. read more

I've been going here since childhood and they always provide friendly service and affordable prices with sizeable portions of your breakfast and diner style favorites. My spouse and I ordered bacon and cheese omelets that were stuffed with full size bacon slices and American cheese. We upgraded our toast to a pancake and half waffle which were sweet and a perfectly paired breakfast. If you're ever in Carnegie, you have to stop for a great breakfast. read more

We were getting some work completed at Flynn's tire center. We needed breakfast and stopped at this place. We never heard of it. The food was very good and quick. Advice is that they do not accept credit cards. They do have an ATM inside. I recommend this place. Great food, service and cheap eats. read more

I would normally give this place a 5/5 however, we traveled with all of our family (6cars full) of hungry individuals after I made them travel an extra 1.5 hrs after a sporting event for this amazing spot for breakfast. Just to find out they are closed on Sunday & Monday. This was not listed on their website. Very disappointing but a must to eat when you are around the area! read more

Quick diner style breakfast. The food is good and super cheap. It's small little place but again the serve very quickly. The have typical breakfast specials. We would defiantly stop again for a quick, good breakfast. read more

What a great place for breakfast or lunch. They are supposed to have the greatest home fries ever for breakfast but I didn't order them this time. All of the servers are excellent - very friendly and helpful. I have also been told they have great burgers, so that's what I'll try when I go back. It's cash only, so bring some folding money. read more

Gab & Eat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

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Fun place to have breakfast! Excellent French Toast! The waitress's are fabulous also!

Great small diner. Friendly staff. Had the mixed grill which was amazing. Great experience just allow time. Small grill where they cook so if it is busy may take a little time. Will definitely be back. read more

Note #1: Gab & Eat is strictly CASH ONLY! An ATM can be found inside the CVS next door. Note: #2: If you come by, you will likely have a wait in front of you as the small joint is very busy, particularly on a weekend morning. Be patient. I almost ordered the "mixed grill". That was until we spoke with a local gentleman during our wait who swore by their various burgers. Afterwards, I caught a glimpse of that pulchritudinous, fat-marbled minced beef being pulled out of a deep, stainless steel pan in unsparing clumps with a top-heavy, thick-handled, coruscating disher only to be smashed upon an inexorably torrid, tabular, metallic surface. Mine was ordered with lettuce, tomato, onion, bacon, mayonnaise, an adorningly wilted square of American cheese, and a fried egg. Word of a good burger will always deflect my plans. My only grouse with the burger is that it was a tad overdone, but it appears that G&E cooks them "French Style" like Steak N Shake does since I wasn't asked how I wanted it prepared. In spite of that, it was a pretty admirable burger, the best part of it being the flaky crust of what must have been a fresh-baked bun. As I side, I ignored the seductive crackling noise the bubbling, churning fat made and decided on their potato salad, which made for an easy field goal. "Just how mom used to make" is SUCH a cliche, but I can honestly tell you all that as a potato salad cognoscente whose very alive mother makes what in his opinion is the best tuber salad ever, THIS very much approached Mum's own. It was warm (made to order?), fluffy, sublimely seasoned, had that blend of softness/crunch/savory/sweet I always look for, and was just effortlessly edible. Gimme a bucket of it, and a glazed donut...to go! For dessert, Kay and I shared a cut of their Cherry Walnut pie, the only confection they had left for the day. One could merely deduce from first glance alone that the most affectionate archetypical grandmother made it...from scratch with its brown, sugar-encrusted dough and pasty, tart filling. Upon digging in though, I found that it was almost as toothsome as it looked. Not that anything was terribly wrong with it, mind you. It was very good, in fact, but there was just something missing that I cannot finger at the moment. Some people might complain about the Polaroid-strewn, graffiti-laden walls, narrow structure, and olden decor, but damn it, that's one reason why people, myself included, are in love with diners; they're familiar, comforting, intimate, offer the basics we all crave, and if they've been around as long as the trees have, then you know they must be doing something right, and G&E does a whole bevy of things right. P.S. I still like The Dor-Stop more, but G&E is worthy. I will come back for that mixed grill monstrosity and will vanquish it. P.P.S. As we waited, we saw a massive, bald man with a Bat-insignia of shaved hair right above his neck sitting with his back turned to us. When he stood up and walked towards us to exit the establishment with a young companion, he looked even more imposing with his long fur coat, ebony/ivory beard, and gold chain. As soon as we sat down in the booth the two men had just vacated, our lovely elderly server said to us, "You know, that fella is a wrestler!" Being that I know a bit about pro wrestling, I asked what his name was since he did look familiar. It turns out that we had a brush with Tony Marino, a local grappler who at one time performed in the ring as "Battman" and tag-teamed with the legendary Bruno Sammartino! http://www.shawnblanchard.com/dursowith/100_1624.JPG http://www.onlineworldofwrestling.com/profiles/t/tony-marino.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Marino http://www.onlineworldofwrestling.com/pictures/t/tonymarino/05.jpg Yikes! read more

Excellent food and service. Super friendly wait staff. Been going here 5 plus years on Saturday, never disappointed. Homemade sausage is great along with the burgers! read more

My friend and i stopped in yesterday for breakfast. We originally came to Carnegie to eat at another new breakfast spot, but they had an hour wait and we had some retail therapy to handle stat. Gab & Eat crossed my mind since i had bookmarked it on yelp.. over 2 years ago. There was a tiny wait here.. about 2 couples in front of us. Finally 2 seats at the bar opened up and we decided to eat there. Surprisingly we both ordered the same thing.. mixed grill. Mine had sausage links and she decided on bacon. It was a blast watching all the food being made right before our eyes. Giant club sandwiches, super thick pancakes, eggs eggs and more eggs.. it was a fun time. The restaurant is literally a hole in the wall but had good customer service and delicious food. My only complaint is that i ordered my mixed grill with cheese. I thought it was going to be shredded cheddar, but they put 3 slices of american on it. Eh i'll know better next time. read more

This is a perfect example of what a breakfast diner can be: excellent breakfasts in huge portions for cheap. I had the western omlet and will be getting it or another omlet again soon The coffee was good, totally serviceable diner coffee. The waitress was wonderfully friendly and hopping around from table to table. The food was excellent. The ambience was exactly right for a diner. It was packed. The wait was not nearly as long as I was expecting. 10 minutes maybe. Totally recommended. Come hungry. read more

You won't be disappointed. Community staple for like 40 years. Been going here since I was little with my dad. Best breakfast around, pancakes are soooo good. Awesome lunch and insane value. Tried the John boy today it's amazing, it's their homemade hot sausage, eggs, peppers and cheese and it's the best. If you like spicy stuff and delicious sandwiches you'll love this one. read more

Gab & Eat - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carnegie, Pennsylvania

One of my favorite things about Pittsburgh is the diners. I grew up near Gab n Eat and it's still one of my favorites. The mixed grill is always delicious and I have a hard time choosing something new. Every time you walk in, it feels like home! read more

Classic breakfast joint. Grimy looking hole in the wall located on one end of a seedy looking strip mall. Window is opaque due to the grease so you can't hardly see inside. On the outside, there are about a dozen people waiting to get in. When you finally do get inside, you see that there are 15 tables and a counter, all occupied by people from all walks of life. What's the attraction behind this flea hole? The FOOD! Lots of it and dirt cheap. I sat at a vacant stool behind the formica counter and ordered the mixed grill. Potatoes, eggs, sausage, bacon and Italian toast. A giant mound of food guaranteed to sooth any hangover. I swear the full mixed grill had two pounds of food. Neat thing is that the grill is right in front of you so you can see your potatoes and eggs frying in a pool of fresh grease. All that food, plus coffee and tip for around ten bucks. Cash only, so put that plastic away. Only bad thing that could happen is some douche bag from the Food Network or Travel Channel will make this place famous, and then I'll never be able to get in. read more

We found this place here, on yelp. We read some reviews and decided we needed to try it out. What a great dive diner! Great prices, healthy portions, and plenty of parking. Service was great and the food was yummy and filling. Specifically my Italian bread toast. That shit was delicious. Get it. Friendly disclaimer: when I say dive, I mean dive. So don't go in expecting anything other than that haha. But it's charming in its own right. I'd definitely go again! We are actually going to stop on our way back home to SC to get a burger. read more

If you want a true understanding of Pittsburgh in the morning, come here. This greasy spoon is always packed, and is one of the better of its kind south of the city. They serve waffles in halves, which is great. The eggs and toast are good, the homemade hot sausage is excellent. The drawback are the barely cooked potatoes. If you're hungry, get "The Mixed Grill"... Gab and Eat's brand of the "kitchen sink" breakfast that all Midwest places are about. read more

I've lived in Pittsburgh for 6 years, and in Carnegie for over 2 years, and by far, this is the best greasy spoon joint I've found. If you can stomach the wait (no reservations, naturally), you'll enjoy overflowing plates of goodness, thanks to the well-seasoned griddle where all of the food is made. Here are the highlights: -Cheap: Breakfast for two can be well under $10, with lunch around the same. -Crowded: Get there early and expect to wait. They close pretty early on the weekends too (oddly, at 12:45pm) -Cash only -Huge portions: When ordering fries or homefries, always get the half order, unless you're a lumberjack -About those homefries: They're often undercooked. I've had better, believe me. My favorite things to eat in life are potato products. -My favorite item: hot sausage sandwich on thick Italian toast, with cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo read more

Best I can say is that it's ok. Very small and compact. I went with my one and a half year old daughter and the booths are so crammed in that there is no room for high chairs (pretty sure they don't even have high chairs). They did have booster seats, but it was not ideal. Food was ok. Nothing special. I had sausage and cheese omlette and got a pancake for my daughter. Again, just ok. It was hot in there and I don't think they have AC. There was a fan in front, but that did little for us who where sitting in the back. This place is cash only. I didn't see anything on my way in stating that, but I could have missed it. It doesn't say Cash Only anywhere inside or on the menu either. There is an ATM, but it has a $2 charge to use. Can't believe a place in 2016 doesn't take cards. Probably won't ever go back since there are similar breakfast places closer to where I live that are more kid friendly, have better food and AC and accept more than just cash. read more