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    Fish Nor Fowl

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    Garfield

    Some places just know how to make a random night feel important…read more I've been to @fishnorfowl_pgh a few times now and every single visit I leave just as impressed as the last. Chef Drew's consistency deserves its flowers because it's rare to find a place that delivers that level of care every time you walk through the doors. And no-I wasn't invited. I just genuinely believe in spending my own money at places I enjoy because that's what keeps this industry going around. The spots that make people feel something deserve people showing back up for them. The chicken parm will neverrrrr not get ordered at this point and I truly don't think I've ever left without a full belly and leftovers I was excited about later. Huge thank you as well for the duck dish and champagne that somehow made an already good night feel even better. Also starting a little series on the people I share meals with because food's always been tied to connection for me. This dinner was with Ashley ( @burghgourmetgirl ) -someone I met when I first started putting everything I had into content creation. She's quiet but confident in a way that makes people naturally gravitate toward her. And once you really get to know her, you won't stop laughing. She works hard, plays even harder, has seen more of the world than most people ever will, and somehow still stays one of the most genuine people I know. Pittsburgh's lucky to have her, but I have a feeling she leaves a little piece of herself everywhere she goes.

    The decor is wonderful but nothing else rises to expectations. The upstairs dining area was chilly…read morewith uncomfortable benches. Service was lackadaisical. After fifteen minutes we had to leave our table to get the requested cream for our coffee. The Chicken Parm which was highly touted by previous reviews was certainly plate filling but the taste of the pomodoro sauce and cheese blend was a failure. Took half home but now wonder why. I guess because of the money I had invested in it. There are too many really great places to dine in western Pennsylvania. Suggest you find one of those. Note: "A 3% operating fee applied to all checks." Wouldn't it be better to increase your food prices to offset the rising costs of operations rather than to add this on without prior notice?

    Burgatory - McCandless

    Burgatory - McCandless

    (289 reviews)

    $$

    A convenient location around many other shops, perfect for stopping to eat after a busy afternoon…read more The staff is always very friendly, attentive, and quick no matter how crowded it gets. I always love making my own custom burger, changing up the seasoning, sauce, and toppings. This time I tried their house sauce, which reminded me of a much better Big Mac sauce, it was delicious. My burger was juicy and cooked exactly how I like, topped with fresh banana peppers, onion, and tomato. Their pretzel buns are incredible, always fresh and full of flavor especially after soaking up some sauce. Only negative I experienced was an annoying amount of flies that were around our table. Several landed on our food/drinks and even flew into my friends eye. I ended up having to smack a few so we could eat in peace.

    I've been meaning to try here since they opened. Hubby and I got their happy hour. When we told our…read moreteens where we were going, they showed up lol. We got shakes (mine boozy). Shake was incredible. I got the turtle shake cause some portion gets donated to PGH aquarium for turtles. The habanero wings were crispy and good, but small. The burger was underwhelming. There was little to no seasoning on anyone's burger or fries. There's one shot to make a good impression so we come back and repeatedly spend the $112.69 on my family at happy hour. I'm sad to report that we will likely not be back. The ambiance was phenomenal, and we liked our server, Crystal (?? I think. She was very nice and attentive). The cornbread was also bland, and was supposedly jalapeño cheddar. Honey butter lacked salt, which is imperative for good honey butter.

    Fig & Ash Wood Fire Kitchen - Short rib and pork belly meatloaf

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    We went to Fig & Ash for our anniversary and I'm still thinking about this meal…read more We both ordered the Herb Falafel and every part of that plate worked. The saffron rice, grilled zucchini, and blood orange chili glaze all came together in a way that actually felt intentional. Nothing was bland, nothing felt like filler... it was just really well done. My husband ordered the King of the Jungle and I ended up stealing a few sips. It's very pineapple forward with a nice bite at the end that keeps it from being too sweet. It paired perfectly with the food. Chef Cory was incredible. Not only clearly talented, but also kind, funny, and genuinely present. You can tell he cares about what he's creating and about the people he's serving. The staff as a whole were warm and welcoming, and made the night feel special from start to finish. It was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary and we will absolutely be back

    A quaint, intimate spot with a lovely covered patio that works year-round. The host was especially…read morewarm and welcoming, and the atmosphere makes it an easy choice for date night. The locally inspired, seasonal menu is creative, though that creativity can be a bit hit-or-miss. The Ain't Got Thyme for That, Honey! cocktail was too bourbon- and bitter-forward for me, drinking almost like an Old Fashioned. I was excited about the linguine with lobster curry cream, but unfortunately, it was too spicy for me to enjoy. So I had my husband's yellowfin tuna instead and it was delicious, though the skin made it surprisingly difficult to cut. The standout was the corn and avocado salad with cilantro-lime crema--creamy and refreshing. Service was okay. Overall, a charming setting with an inventive menu, but the dinner itself didn't leave a lasting impression.

    Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

    Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar

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    Wow! What a great sandwich!…read more My wife and I visited Pittsburgh for the first time on July 30th, 2026. This is gonna sound crazy, but we stopped in for a sandwich at 9:00 a.m.!!! They've been around since 1933 and when you walk in you can feel the history. The walls are covered with painted caricatures of famous locals. This place is an institution. My wife and I sat at the counter and ordered a roast beef sandwich. All sandwiches come topped with tomatoes, coleslaw, and french fries. Yes, you read that correctly, they pile fresh cut fries onto all their sandwiches! The sandwich was massive and delicious! We are so happy we sought this place out and you will be too! Seek it out!

    I was excited to try this famous Pittsburgh sandwich spot, but unfortunately, the overall…read moreexperience fell a little short--mainly because of the service. There was no line when we arrived, yet the wait for our food was surprisingly long, and service throughout the meal wasn't particularly attentive. I ordered the pastrami and cheese, and, the sandwich itself was excellent. The pastrami was moist and flavorful, and the coleslaw was easily another highlight--fresh, crisp, and really good. The fries, however, were a bit soggy and didn't do much for me. I was also surprised to find a piece of plastic wrap in my sandwich, which was definitely concerning. Also the sandwich is so loaded that it quickly soaks through the parchment paper. A tray or plate would make the experience much less messy. Glad I got to try such an iconic Pittsburgh spot, and the pastrami lived up to the hype, but the service and a few details kept it from being the experience I was hoping for.

    Minuteman Press - Corner of Liberty Avenue and 9th Street

    Minuteman Press

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    Downtown

    They are so unreliable. I am consistently disappointed. They don't bother to respond to emails,…read morethey don't review orders, and you have to baby-sit them the entire time to make sure that they fulfill your order. I won't use them again.

    I have been dealing with that location for over ten years. I have had numerous orders for business…read morecards for all my employees in all four of my office locations -- Pittsburgh and three other cities, and a couple years ago I started using them to print monitor calendar strips which I have given to my clients for the past 15 years. I used to order the monitor calendar strips online but switched to this Minuteman Press about four years ago because they were printing my business cards and I wanted to keep my business local. The monitor calendar strip order is the focal point of this complaint. I understand that ownership of that franchise recently changed hands several months ago. This is the first I have dealt with the new owner(s). In early December 2015 I emailed them to place another order for monitor calendar strips, just as I had done in previous years. The only thing I provide them is the quantity, my company logo and phone number to be printed in the center portion of the calendar strip. Each of my company locations has its own info for that center portion. I eventually received the pdf proofs for my approval. The center section with my company info for all four offices were all perfect. I ordered 2,050 of them, the same as I ordered last year. Last week a client called and advised me that the days for the month of March are kinda screwed up. I'd love to post the actual proof for everyone to see. The days (the numerals) are totally messed up numerous places for the month of March. It is missing (skipped) several days in two places, and even several days are duplicated- not once by four times. It was so jumbled up, it was kinda funny. I immediately emailed Lisa (I think she's the/a new owner of that franchise) to ask her about it. She emailed me back two days later saying she'd give me a discount on a re-print. I then called her to get clarification because I actually expected her to simply apologize and reprint them at no charge. She admitted that she missed the error but then said that since I okayed the proofs that I am equally responsible. I was stunned with that response. She insisted on the fact that I okayed the proofs, so it's not all her fault. I responded: Yes, I okayed the printed center portion with my company info on the calendars, but I certainly did not proof the actual calendar days. The format and layout of the months, including color and size, is 100% identical in every respect to the previous years I ordered this item. It's basically a template. I said: You mean I was expected to proofread an actual calendar -- every single day of every single week of every single month? You want me to make sure all the days of each month are properly numbered? She insisted that, yes, that was my responsibility. I said: Who EVER proofs a calendar day by day to make sure all the days are there and in the correct order? I proofed and okayed my company info to make sure it's accurate, and I am certainly responsible for that. I even offered to come to her location and she can ask the first ten people who came through her door if THEY would proofread the days of every month of a calendar as part of a proofing process, and that if she got even one person to agree with her that I'd agree to pay double. She wouldn't take that offer, said that's her policy, and wouldn't budge on a complimentary re-print. Her opinion and policy simply defies logic that I am responsible to proofread an entire calendar - day by day. If I make a mistake in MY business, I own up to it - even if it means a loss. I value my clients, their future business and, more importantly, my reputation. If I ever told my clients "well, that's our policy," I would expect to lose that client - and for good reason. Well, she just lost my future business. This review may or may not reach the franchisee, and I frankly don't care. I was so taken aback by her position that I felt obligated to let people know what and who they're dealing with and if they stand behind their product and don't care about losing a long-time customer. I have retained all my email correspondence, which quite easily and clearly substantiates my entire dealings with them. And I have no problem discussing them with anyone who contacts me because facts, especially written ones, are incontrovertible. Good luck!

    Doce Taqueria

    Doce Taqueria

    (396 reviews)

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    A taco spot that feels welcoming, fresh, and easy to keep in rotation…read more I stopped into @docetaqueria and it's one of those places that just feels good the second you walk in. Christie (@cmnst4 ), the owner, was genuinely so kind when we talked about coming in-warm, easy to chat with, and proud of what they've built. That energy carries through because the staff was extremely friendly and honestly couldn't wait to make up my order. I love that it's an open kitchen. You can see them pressing tortillas, building everything fresh, and actually talk to them while they're making your food. It feels interactive and intentional instead of rushed. We tried a handful of things, but I have to specifically mention the chicken tacos on a corn shell and the quesadilla because they were exactly what I wanted-flavorful, fresh, and done right. Not over-the-top, not trying too hard. Just solid food made by people who care. And that's the kind of spot I'll go back to.

    Very clean, but stark environment. I was there at 2:30PM. My server highly recommended the fish…read moretaco. The fish was mild and crispy. The base was a small tortilla topped with a smaller fried tortilla, topped with the fish and mild jalapeño coleslaw. It was small but very tasty. If you follow my reviews, you know that I don't eat dessert. Because I had such a light lunch, I requested their special dessert, Tres Leche. This was a disappointment. It was a large square of white cake soaked in milk and covered with coconut and topped with a slice of maraschino soaked canned pineapple. It lacked the richness that I knew in Mexico. The pineapple was a distraction. There was only 2 other tables occupied while I was there. The server provided the perfect amount of attention and was very pleasant. Was surprised, however, with a surcharge for using a credit card.

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