Cold Friends Kitchen was the best thing about my night at Velum. They're a different company so…read morethey get their own stellar review. It's a food truck setup, so you do have to go outside to order, but I loved the food truck scene back in Cali so this was part of the experience. I ordered some perogies and my friend did the black and gold Mac. Big big portions for a decent price. Some things are expensive but you absolutely get your money's worth. Most importantly, they have an option on the menu called "Pay It Forward," and it's exactly as it sounds. You pay for a meal for someone less fortunate. My past has several moments where I could have used this, and being that (for once) I have a tiny bit of financial stability, I was more than happy to support this mission. Good food and social conscience? That's a tasty meal.

Really interesting food truck/trailer located at Velum. Menu has an interesting variety apps +…read morebites, smash burgers and bowls. Busy day but order came out in decent time. Our pork belly bites were very good with a tasty sauce and kimchi under the bites. Looking forward to trying other items on the menu.

When you're in the 'Burgh, find something local and go enjoy. I'm not local, and I was thinking…read morepierogis & Iron City, maybe catch some Pittsburgh sportsball? Downey's House provided the local spot I needed. An ice cold Yuengling on draft went down very well, and while I didn't find pierogis on the menu, I settled for a phenomenal bowl of spaghetti & meatballs. Local marinara & meatballs made with the same recipe of the old Main Hotel that was in Carnegie for nearly 100 years. That bowl of pasta was SCRUMPTIOUS and just what I was after. I even talked my lovely wife into doing up her salad 'Pittsburgh style', which means adorning the salad with fries. And yes, it's as good as it sounds. Thrown in a protein like grilled chicken and that is a banger of a meal. Great dining area with a square-shaped bar and TVs with sight-lines in any direction. The service is friendly and helpful, and prices are probably lower than at some chain-y eatery that just makes your food via assembly line. It's local and sensational!

Always an inviting atmosphere and they have the BEST gluten free buffalo chicken pizza. The chicken…read moreis so tender and juicy and the crust is perfect. Such a chefs kiss! They hahe huge salad portions and great specials. The service is always super friendly and quick too! Truly is a great place to go if you're in the Robinson area!

We've done TakeOut & have eaten at the Restaurant. Their Ribs & Chicken Combo is a Good choice if…read moreyou are Hungry along with their Burger & their Italian Hoagie.. When getting the Italian Hoagie, I go for a Side of Fried Zucchini to go with it.

Let me start off by saying i've been to this restaurant but it's been about 20 years since I…read morerevisited. My recollection was that it was good 20 years ago. We stopped before going to an event at the Roxian Theater. The place is big. they have a decent size bar. There's a darts game and some other games, outdoor covered patio, they also have a banquet room besides their main dining room. Our waitress was really sweet but service was slow. The menu is huge. Lots of options for all ages crowd, families and there were some vegetarian options as well. We ordered food to share. the calamari appetizer which tasted OK, but some of the pieces weren't cooked thoroughly so they were really rubbery. We also ordered the blackberry salmon which again was tasty, but the salmon was overcooked. And both of our side salads were drenched with dressing and must've sat in the back for at least 20 min. to the point the lettuce was soggy. I don't know if this was just an for the kitchen staff but food wise was not the best especially for a $45 bill!

The food was absolutely amazing. My wife and I ordered the Foie Blond, carbonara, beets, mushroom…read moreand egg, and the tinga taco for our small plates, and the veal schnitzel and confit duck for our mains. Everything was perfect. They ferment the egg in soy sauce, which gives it such a unique depth of flavor. The duck was the best confit I've had in Pittsburgh, and the schnitzel was incredibly flavorful. I wish I could figure out how to prepare beets like that at home, because it just can't be beet (lol). Truly, every dish was spot on. The atmosphere is beautiful--quiet, warm, and inviting. I honestly don't know how I missed this place for the last seven years, but I'll be frequenting it from now on. The only downside came at the end of the night. Overall, the service had been solid, and the chef even stopped by to explain the egg fermentation process, which was such a thoughtful touch. But after we ordered our last drink--and after we had already tipped--the server began pushing us out. "There's another reservation for your table in 10 minutes," we were told, despite there being more than six empty tables. We had just ordered a dessert to go, and what if we had planned to enjoy it there? It felt abrupt and unnecessary, especially after tipping well over 25%. Even with that experience, I will certainly return. The food is exceptional, and the chances of getting the same server again are slim. I just hope the staff learns not to rush customers paying such high prices, because an otherwise wonderful evening was marred by that moment. This American habit of pushing diners out the door is simply ludicrous.

I've been wanting to try Siempre Algo for a while now and finally snagged a Friday night…read morereservation. It's in a really awesome space that feels intimate without being too crowded. You're given a complimentary glass of champagne when they seat you which is such a fun touch. The menu changes daily! The food was outstanding. We had the spinach and artichoke dip, a warm baguette, the wagyu shortrib, the dungeness crab salad, and the vanilla bourbon & sea salt ice cream for dessert. Everything was delicious. 4 stars because the server asked us to leave immediately after we finished (about 1 hour and 45 minutes after we were seated) so the next reservation could have the table-which felt a bit rude.

Forbes Tavern has a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with a nice downtown feel. The food was…read morepretty good overall, but the drinks were just average. Service could have been a little warmer and clearer, though the place still has a nice style and was a decent experience.

Fun little place with good atmosphere and great food! Leah was fun and really helpful with picking…read moresome great food choices. I went with the recommendation of the wings and got the Cajun seasoning. They were so good that I regretted asking for blue cheese for dipping. Then I added a side of Brussels sprouts and no hyperbole; these were the best I've ever had! I practically licked the bowl after.

We had a great dinner here on a Saturday night. We tried different apps and drinks and I highly…read morerecommend the cheesy focaccia bread (the cheese is baked inside!) and the sherry crab bisque. The service was excellent and the vibe in the restaurant is very cozy. Highly recommend!

Wow! I've had their food before but way back when they originally opened and was not impressed…read more Gave them another chance and went back last weekend. First thing- they did an amazing job of remodeling and it looked amazing! Secondly I ordered Chicken Picata with a side of asparagus and it was delicious. No pics. My partner ordered the crab cakes and he also said it was delicious. The sangria with ginger is very tasty. Last but not least, dessert was creme brûlée and the best I've ever eaten. 4 stars because it is freezing inside! We wore our coats and air conditioner was right above and fans blowing on my neck. I asked the waitress to turn off and she did but it came back on.

Great food and a great price with great service. Easy to find right in the heart of Chester West…read moreVirginia.

This place doesn't look like much from the outside, but the inside is wonderful! It's super cute…read more They have a ton of lemon themed decor right now and definitely give off the family diner vibe. The staff working there are a variety of ages and the woman behind the check out counter was the sweetest elderly woman ever. The wait staff are friendly and the kitchen is quick even on a busy weekend. My friend and I had brunch and everything was delicious. I thought the prices were fair for the quality and quantity of food. Parking is along the side of the building in a small lot or along the street out front.

Came for live music for the first time and only had some drinks. Saw some quality looking food and…read morecame back a few weeks later for Thursday trivia night. The service is great and the buffalo Pittsburgh salad was one of the best in the city, truly! Creamy ranch, buffalo sauce mild but flavorful, and generous portion. As a craft beer person, I'd love a few more craft options for longer stays like trivia night...sipped on an IC light as options are a little limited there. Will definitely be back to try more items on menu...buddy said the wings were quality as well

I'd only been here for a fish fry before. The menu has a lot of interesting and yummy options. The…read morefood is very good and reasonably priced. Service is friendly and it's a good bar vibe. We'll definitely return.

Peirogi pizza was the bomb!!!! Bought frozen oreo peorogis…read moretoo Air fried them and powdered sugar!!!!!

The Italian beef is so delicious! Tastes as good as my Grandmothers! She was a cook at "The Family…read moreBar" in GBG in the 60's. People loved her cooking. I had to get an halupki of course. I think I will get 2 halupki with mashed potatoes for later. I have been looking forward to that sammich all morning at work. Ya gotta get french fries withe sammich with some aujus on the fries.

Sam catered our Spring wedding and made ALL of our wacky dining dreams come true…read more We wanted family style - she did it. We wanted, tiny crab cake tacos, charcuterie, salad, filet, fried chicken and waffles, beans & greens, baguettes from a specific bakery - and queso the way we remember it from our days in Texas....no problem! Food was DELICIOUS. Maybe we over-ordered... but no one was left hungry. More importantly, the planning process with Sam was the least stressful experience of planning the entire event. The woman has a sense of calm when she enters a room...I couldn't imagine her not being there.

Can't recommend highly enough!…read more Samantha came over to an airbnb where a large group was staying and made dinner each night. She was very easy to work with: professional, always responded quickly, had lots of good ideas. The food was excellent (and accommodated some vegan and gluten free eaters) and she always left the kitchen clean.