The 10 Restaurants You'll Want To Eat At In Pittsburgh In 2020
By Beth Price-Williams|Published December 20, 2019
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
We’ve arrived back at that time of the year again when, soon, we’ll make New Year’s resolutions, both big and small that will lead us in new directions in 2020. Now’s also the ideal time to make a resolution to expand our culinary horizons and to visit more of Pittsburgh’s many restaurants – from classic diners to cozy cafes. Here are just 10 restaurants in Pittsburgh you’ll want to add to your must visit list in 2020.
Pittsburgh’s brimming with hidden gems, and Don Diner is one of them. It, in fact, sits tucked under a bridge, so you might need your GPS to find it. The unassuming diner serves breakfast and lunch, although it’s probably most famous for its hearty breakfasts. Make sure you take cash to pay for your meal. Read more.
We might not live near the ocean, but we sure do have our fair share of amazing seafood restaurants at which to eat in Pittsburgh. Roland’s Seafood Grill, in fact, serves such favorites as a massive fish sandwich. (The fish spills off of the bun and just about off of the plate, too). Don’t worry if you’ve got a non-seafood fan with you. Roland’s also makes pizza. Keep reading.
Enjoy a cozy meal at the Pear and the Pickle in Troy Hill. The quaint restaurant serves an assortment of comfort foods – from homemade chicken soup to the egg and cheese sandwich. Read more.
Sometimes nothing hits the spot like a delicious hot dog, and no one makes hot dogs like Jim’s Drive-In Restaurant. The drive-in, which dates back to 1927, also serves such favorites as burgers, Italian sausage, and golden fries. Click here to read more.
While we’re on the subject of hot dogs, you’ll definitely want to check out Frank’s Star Lunch. The unassuming eatery serves hot dogs and burgers. Don’t forget to order a hearty helping of golden fries, too. Keep reading.
If you love reading a good book and digging into a delicious meal, you’re going to love Love Rocks Café. The tiny café sits in the Sto Rox Library and boasts a menu of made-from-scratch dishes, including sandwiches. Continue reading.
Sit at the counter or at one of the cozy tables at Barb’s Kitchen Corner, which serves breakfast and lunch. (You can visit for dinner on select days, too.) Choose from such delicious dishes as waffles, burgers, and hoagies. Read more.
Journey just a half an hour to Scratch Kitchen, where you’ll find a scrumptious selection of dishes – from New York strip steak to pan-seared scallops. If you’re in the mood for a hearty sandwich, you’ve come to the right place. Scratch Kitchen serves such favorites as the Swiss Reuben. Read more here.
If you’re a fan of eggs, you’re going to love Eggs-R-Us. Same thing if you love a good breakfast dish. Eggs-R-Us serves an assortment of homemade dishes, including French toast, and buttermilk pancakes. If you’re visiting for lunch, try a burger or a hot dog. Click here to read more.
Who’s up for a classic fried chicken lunch or dinner? Make the trek to Chicken Shack, where you can indulge in some of the best chicken around. What would a fried chicken dinner be without a few scrumptious sides? Try the coleslaw, mashed potatoes and gravy, or BBQ beans. Read more here.
What other restaurants in Pittsburgh do you think everyone should try in 2020? Let us know in the comments! Here are seven small town restaurants near Pittsburgh you might also want to visit in the New Year.
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