McKnight Rd, Pittsburgh…read more We have been here more than once and the experience has been consistent each time. The food is delicious, and the person who checks you in, takes your order, and serves the meal is absolutely amazing. Even though this restaurant sits in the middle of the hustle on McKnight Road, the atmosphere inside feels calm and welcoming, almost like having a meal at home. We ordered a full breakfast spread with pancakes, waffles, and potatoes. Everything came out fresh and well prepared. Kudos to the team for creating a space that feels both busy and comforting at the same time.

Deniz Mediterranean serves beautifully presented dishes, but my experience was mixed. The Turkish…read moredumplings looked great, yet had very little meat inside, which made the dish feel flat and unbalanced. The filling should carry the flavor, and it just wasn't there. The sauce was another surprise. I've never said this in my life because I normally love sauce, but there was far too much of it, and it was pretty much flavorless. Instead of elevating the dumplings, it overwhelmed them without adding anything to the taste. Overall, the presentation is lovely and the menu has potential, but the dumplings need more filling and a more flavorful, restrained sauce to match their visual appeal.

My wife and I took a recent trip to Pittsburgh. We had two mornings in town and had a tale of two…read morebreakfasts. The Speckled Egg provided the upscale and elevated breakfast, that was a nice contrast to the rustic and local breakfast we had the next day. Our waitress was friendly and professional. After some deliberation, I went with a bowl that included eggs, chicken sausage, sweet potatoes and a nice garnish of dill. The dill surprisingly elevated the whole dish. My wife enjoyed an omelette. Coffee was also quite good! Nice start to a day of sightseeing! (The restaurant staff gave great advice about the nearby tourist attractions)

It's one thing when the service is bad and another when BOT service and food are bad…read more Upon entering, we were seated by the host. A friendly, smiling young man. He was courteous, well spoken and friendly. We sat there for about 10-12 minutes. No one approached the table. We looked over to what appeared to be a bar area and we saw two servers standing there talking and showing each other their phones. My wife said, "With our luck, one of those two is our server." Sure enough, when they were finally done talking, one came over to our table....no smile and a big audible sigh. She asked what we wanted to drink, we gave our order and she returned with our beverages. After another 10 minute wait she came back to take our order. When asked about a certain dish, came another big sigh, eye roll and and a rote description of said dish. The food arrived and one of the orders was wrong. Another wait to get her attention. We asked for the item to be redone as we had ordered it. And she even asked how we wanted it! You got it...another eye roll and a big sigh. At least she was well oxygenated! The dish came back with the very same results. On that issue we gave up. Then came the wait for the check. Once again the two servers were chatting, no heads turned to check on their tables. My son went over to get the check. When the check arrived, it was attitude city. She accused us of picking on her because she was only a server. It's obviously how she saw herself. We then asked for the manager who was quick to side with the server. She said that nothing seemed to satisfy us and that we had a problem. IN SHARP CONTRAST. I have been to the Speckled Egg on the South Side many times. From the Host/Hostess to the servers to the bus staff, everyone had a smile, chatted with their customers, laughed and it was always a great experience. The manager came over since he recognized me from being there many times and we chatted for a minute. We are talking Night and Day. Completely two different experiences from server to management styles. To me there is only one Speckled Egg and one complete waste of time (Downtown).

diAnoia's absolutely lived up to the hype! The restaurant was hopping, but the service was warm,…read moreattentive, and never missed a beat. The whipped ricotta with lemon and crostini was a perfect start, the butter bean salad with cucumber and tomato was unbelievably fresh and outstanding, and the Caprese panzanella was beautifully balanced with incredible seasonal flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite. We can't wait to come back!

This place feels like Alla Famiglia's younger sister with an Italian beach club vibe. The patio is…read moreabsolutely adorable and was one of my favorite parts of the experience! We stopped by while walking around the Strip District looking for a quick lunch. During lunch service, you order at the kiosk, find a seat, and clean up after yourself, which makes for a casual and easy experience. Food: The tomato sauce here is probably some of the best red sauce I've had in a long time. We ordered the Caprese Panzanella, meatballs, crispy potatoes, and spaghetti with red sauce. Everything was delicious, but the salad completely stole the show for me. It was packed with fresh ingredients, bright flavors, and so many different textures that worked perfectly together. Every dish tasted fresh, simple, and executed well. Service: For lunch, you're mostly taking care of yourself, but the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming whenever we interacted with them. This is one of those places that doesn't need a long review because you really just need to try it for yourself. I'd absolutely recommend stopping by if you're visiting Pittsburgh for either lunch or dinner. Fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a fun atmosphere. My only regret is losing my phone and all the photos I took here!

Friendly, clean, and comfortable. They clearly strive to…read moremake guests happy. I was there for a biz conf for several days. The food (esp the taco bar and desserts) was delicious and varied. A small but noteworthy detail I appreciated? The "hot water" dispensers were actually that-- no tinge of stale coffee in any of them! Better signage for stairwells in case of either a need for emergency exit or a desire to "get more steps in" would be useful. Jordan & Deb deserve special kudos for excellent customer service.

Our stay at the Kimpton was completely overshadowed by an unacceptable experience that began the…read moremoment we arrived. When we pulled up to the hotel, we parked in an area that the front desk later confirmed was not valet parking and that we were fully permitted to use. Despite this, a man wearing a plain black shirt with no name tag, hotel logo, or other identification immediately approached us and aggressively demanded, "You need to give me your keys now." He never introduced himself, never identified himself as a hotel employee or valet attendant, and never welcomed us to the hotel. Instead, he immediately became confrontational. When I explained that I was not comfortable handing my vehicle keys to an unidentified stranger, he escalated the situation by repeatedly yelling, "Bro, bro, you're not going to disrespect me." We attempted to walk away and continue with check-in, but the harassment did not stop. After checking in, we returned outside to unload our luggage, and he immediately confronted us again. This time, he threatened that if I did not hand over my keys, "there would be consequences." No guest should ever be threatened simply for asking reasonable questions or wanting to verify the identity of someone requesting possession of their vehicle. The front desk staff later confirmed that we had parked in the correct location and acknowledged that this employee's behavior was inappropriate. While I appreciated their honesty, that did not change what had already occurred or the fact that the individual continued to work the front entrance. Unfortunately, the situation only worsened throughout the remainder of our stay. Every time we entered or exited the hotel, this valet employee continued making comments about my group to his coworkers. He would smirk, laugh, and make remarks within earshot of us, often in front of the front desk staff. Rather than feeling welcomed as paying guests, we felt uncomfortable and uneasy every time we walked through the lobby. The hostility that began upon our arrival never truly ended. As an IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite member who spends more than 200 nights each year almost exclusively at IHG properties, I have always chosen IHG because of the professionalism, hospitality, and consistency I have experienced across its brands. Unfortunately, this stay was unlike anything I have ever encountered. In all my years of traveling, I have never felt so disrespected, singled out, isolated, or unwelcome at a hotel. IHG promotes its hotels as places where every guest should feel safe, respected, and valued. That was not my experience at this property. From the moment we arrived until the day we left, I felt that our concerns were dismissed, and the behavior of this employee created an environment where we no longer felt comfortable. This was, without question, the worst hotel experience I have ever had. It has caused me to seriously reconsider my loyalty to IHG after spending hundreds of nights each year with the brand. I hope hotel management and IHG Corporate conduct a thorough investigation into this incident, address the conduct of the employee involved, and ensure that no future guest has to experience the same treatment we did.

I have mixed feelings about this place. On the plus side, it's a really nice concept to have a…read morelarge, open-seating eating venue within walking distance of so many North Shore attractions. I went there with a small group of families/kids after an outing at the Children's Museum; it was great to be able to walk over to an easy lunch that was better than the museum cafe. We'd probably come back just for this convenience. But I can also see how Federal Galley could have a sports bar feel when a Bucco or Steeler game is going on nearby. That said, the food was just ok. Portions were huge, but the dishes were kind of basic with a ton of sauciness/goopiness. My burrito from Mijo had a ton of chicken but not much in terms of beans and rice and no veggies or garnishes. My wife got a huevos rancheros bowl that just had mountains of sauce; it filled her up, made her very thirsty, and made a huge mess. The kids cheese burger and fries from Triple S was just fine for my daughter but, again, basic.

Federal Galley is a food hall that is located in NOVA Place on the North Side, has four restaurants…read moreand a full bar, and serves lunch and dinner. Current restaurants include TS Cafe, Beef Graffiti, Mijo, and Given to Fly. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. Customers sit at a table of their choosing and scan a QR code on the table to order their foods and drinks. Employees from each business bring the foods and drinks to the table. When customers are done eating, employees clean the table. My husband and I ate one dinner here. The employees from the kitchens promptly and politely served us. Here are my ratings for what we ate: Beef Graffiti's Smashie burger - 4 stars - This burger was not greasy, and its accompanying fries were not soggy. They were decent. Mijo's Street Taco Entree - 4 stars - We ordered three flavors of tacos: Al Pastor with Pineapple (which my husband described as "good" and "best"), Carne Asada, and Shrimp. The sides were plain rice and beans. Usually my husband loves rice and beans, but he called these ones "interesting" and "bad." TS Cafe's Greek Salad - 4 stars - This salad contained fresh, tasty ingredients. The total price for these foods plus a soda and water was about $61.

I had been trying to eat at Dominic's Diner for a couple of months, but I did not find a parking…read morespot in front of the restaurant until today. Once inside the restaurant, I asked an employee about their parking, and she replied that customers may park also on the street or even across the street at the Subway restaurant (which is temporarily closed and used to open later in the day). Dominic's Diner serves breakfast and lunch on most days of the week. Be sure to look up their current hours before you drive there. Examples of their foods are eggs, bacon, ham, pancakes, French toast, omelettes, oatmeal, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and onion rings. Please see my attached photos for the full menus in October 2023. As soon as my husband and I entered the restaurant, we saw a sign that said to wait to be seated, but an employee soon told us that we could choose our table. We sat at a four-seat table near the window. After a few minutes, our waitress introduced herself and gave us menus. Throughout the service, she smiled and made courteous conversation. She promptly took our orders and brought out our beverages and foods. My husband felt impressed that this restaurant offers both Coke and Pepsi products. Here are my reviews for our foods: French toast with bacon - $13.25 - 4.5 stars - I received three slices of French toast, which were fresh and wonderfully sweet, and three slices of bacon, which were meaty, crispy, and satisfyingly salty. Cheese omelette with ham - $12.25 + $3 - 4 stars - My husband said that this omelette was a very large size and that the taste was good. On the side were home fries, which were cubes of potato that tasted very good, and toast, which was toasted well. We paid for our meal up front. The cashier used a swivel touch-pad for a cash register. As we were leaving, another employee thanked us and said goodbye.

This is a great breakfast brunch or lunch spot. Bright…read morelittle diner With classic breakfast offerings Eggs ,French toast ,pancakes The French toast was so tasty big thick slices I saw pancakes at a neighbors plate they were huge I visited during fish fry season which is clearly a serious time here in these parts My fish was huge delicately fried not greasy it's was so good I had fries. They also have the option Mac n cheese or coleslaw Menu has lunch offerings such as a jumbo which is also known as bologna They have bottled drinks Service was nice and friendly Parking easy peasy in their lot You can sit relax and enjoy your hearty breakfast or lunch there is seating for about 22 It's not cheap about 20 but it's big portions and they take plastic

Revival on Lincoln is an elegant-casual restaurant inside a mansion that was built in 1902 and is…read morelisted on the National Register of Historic Places. Its architecture and interior design look beautiful and take you back in time. Its menu rotates seasonally, but example foods are caesar salad, chicken romano, salmon, NY strip steak, pork chop, vegetarian plate, cheesecake, chocolate mousse, and creme brûlée. Many wines, cocktails, and beers are available. Customers may either dine in or get takeout. My husband and I ate one dinner here. The hostess/waitress promptly seated us, took our order, brought out our foods, accurately charged us, and thanked us. Here are my ratings for what my husband and I ate during our three-course meal: March salad - 5 stars - This fresh salad contained a lettuce blend, goat cheese, beets, cauliflower, sunflower seeds, and a delicious celery-seed dressing. Shrimp bisque - 4.5 stars - My husband did not like this shrimp-flavored soup, but I did like it. Crab cakes - 5 stars - I received two HUGE Chesapeake-style crab cakes that were almost purely crab meat. They were much larger than what other restaurants serve, and they tasted fantastic. My husband said that they were some of the best crab cakes that we have eaten in a while. The sides were rice pilaf and cream spinach. Corned beef - 3 stars - My husband does not like many foods, so he barely ate these beef slices on top of potato cakes, cabbage, and horseradish sauce. Given his preferences, he should have ordered a safer entree. I took a bite of this entree and thought that it tasted alright. Lemon curd - 4.5 stars - My dessert was two lemon bars served with fresh blackberries, blackberry compote, and whipped cream. I liked the combination of sour and sweet flavors. The total bill was $104 plus tax and tip. THANK YOU to the gentleman who was sitting at the table next to me and noticed that I had accidentally left behind my take-home container of leftover crab cake. He followed me outside and handed me the container. Thank you! Important information: Walk-ins are welcome, but restaurants via Resy are recommended. The dress code is smart casual. I wore a casual dress, and my husband wore a polo shirt and jeans. I saw another customer wearing a business suit. The website mentions parking vehicles either at nearby street meters or in limited residential parking spots. An ADA parking spot is behind the restaurant. Events are held for holidays such as Easter and Mother's Day. Rooms are available to rent for private events.

This is an old Funeral Home converted to a restaurant. Very quaint building with historic…read moredesignation. Service is absolutely outstanding. Katrina was exceptional, very accommodating and very informative. The mushroom appetizer with balsamic was excellent. Crab cakes were huge with lots of crab meat. Really enjoyed the apple fritter dessert. Creative cocktails. Highly recommend!

The Vandal is truly an incredible spot!! I went with my friend to celebrate my birthday and had an…read moreamazing experience. We started with a bottle of wine and some bread and butter absolutely loved. Then we got the fried olives because our server recommended it and WOW!! Favorite dish of the night We also got the Octopus, Smoked Trout Pate, and Steak Tartare and ended with the Roasted Duck. The Octopus and Steak Tartare were my top two from this. The duck did not have a lot of flavor on its own but the sauce and sides added the perfect flavors. Ended of course with an espresso martini which was one of my favorite in the city. I will definitely be back here!!

Ten years later and it still hits the same…read more @thevandalpgh has been woven into my life for over ten years now. I almost had my bridal shower here back then (before life shifted in a different direction & I said yes to myself instead), and somehow that makes coming back now feel even more full circle. Different season, same table-just enjoying some of my favorite food in the city with my favorite people. If steak frites is on the menu, it's not even a question. I'm ordering it. Every time. I'll savor it properly at the table like a civilized adult...but once I'm home and the pressure's off? Let's just say the restraint disappears because it's that good. I'm not really drinking right now-maybe a celebratory sip of champagne here and there-but if I were, their martini service never misses. It's one of those places that's consistent in the best way. Familiar, special, and somehow always exactly what I'm craving.