Raise a Glass to Pittsburgh's Finest: A Guide to the Best Places in the Steel City

Welcome to the ultimate guide to the best restaurants and drinking spots in Pittsburgh! Nestled in the heart of western Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh boasts a vibrant culinary scene that celebrates the city's rich history and diverse cultural influences. Whether you're a lifelong resident or a first-time visitor, this guide will take you on a culinary journey through Pittsburgh's top-rated eateries, hidden gems, and must-try dishes. These recommendations come from a native who grew up in Pittsburgh and regularly visits the area! Feel free to send me an email with your feedback & tag me in your photos! @lifeofthetravelingpin

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Looking for Mexican?

Condado Tacos

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Edgar's Best Tacos

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Las Palmas Pittsburgh #1

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El Burro

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Looking for Italian?

DiAnoia's Eatery

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Piccolo Forno

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Alla Famiglia

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Dish Osteria Bar

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Looking for Pittsburgh classics?

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Strip District

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Oakmont Bakery

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Eat'n Park

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Mineo's Pizza House

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Burgatory

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Looking for breakfast?

Pamela's Diner

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Farmer x Baker

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Grand Concourse

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Lola's Eatery

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Waffles, INCaffeinated, South Side

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Better-Maid Donut Co

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Sally Ann's

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Looking for pizza?

Driftwood Oven

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Pizza Parma

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Beto's Pizza

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V3 Flatbread Pizza

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Pizza Lupo

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Looking for good breweries, drinks, or distilleries?

Wigle Whiskey Distillery

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Bridges & Bourbon

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Arsenal Cider House & Wine Cellar

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The Church Brew Works

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Acacia

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Aslin Beer Company

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Originally, Aslin started in Virginia, and this is where I found them fell in love with their beer. Recently, they opened a Pittsburgh taproom in the strip and it is amazing! They have an amazing selection of beer and some seltzers, ranging from creative takes on classic styles to some truly experimental beers. Try as much as you can, you won’t regret it.

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Cinderlands Warehouse

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Penn Brewery

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Honorable mention:

Pennsylvania Libations

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This does not technically belong on this list, as it is not a bar and you can’t order drinks. However, it deserves an honorable mention. Pennsylvania Libations is a liquor store that exclusively sells spirits made in PA. They carefully curate their stock, it changes nearly every time I’m in there, and they’ve even started partnering with certain distilleries around the state for special releases only available at Pennsylvania Libations. I’ll make a point to go to this store every time I’m in town. In addition to browsing their amazing selection, you can sample nearly everything in the store! If you need a unique gift to bring back for someone or you just need some cocktails for your hotel room, this is your spot.

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Looking for barbecue?

Clem's Cafe

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South Side BBQ Company

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Gaucho Parrilla Argentina

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Big Rig’s BBQ

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Looking for ice cream?

Millie's Homemade Ice Cream

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Page's

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Milkshake Factory (Downtown)

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Looking for a gastropub?

Meat & Potatoes

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The Headkeeper

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Coughlin's Law Kitchen and Ale House

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Industry Public House

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Looking for global cuisine?

Christian James Restaurant

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KAVSAR-Open for pickup or delivery only and for corporate events.

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Huszar

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Golden Gai

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Elizabeth Palumbi

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Hello! My name is Elizabeth! I’m here to help you prepare for your trip without having to do hours of research yourself! That's a win-win!! My guides focus on: - Places to Stay - Itineraries ranging from 3 to 5 days - Places to Eat and Drink - Bookable Experiences ______________________________________ About me: - based out of New York City 🌃 - meteorologist by day ⚡️🌦️ - digital nomad for parts of the year - studied abroad in Florence in college 🇮🇹 - featured in Reuters and Bloomberg articles about traveling 🗞️ - avid traveler (30+ states and 20+ countries!) 🌎 - strong supporter of solo female travel 💃🏼 ______________________________________ Find me on Instagram 📸 @lifeofthetravelingpin for your daily female solo travels Email me at lifeofthetravelingpin@gmail.com

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