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Pittsburgh must be on Santa\u2019s nice list because we have a lot of great foodie spots opened (or are about to) throughout the region.<\/p>\n
Now Open<\/p>\n
Agora Cafe & Restaurant<\/p>\n
Agora specializes in Mediterranean eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner in Lawrenceville.
4130 Butler St., Lawrenceville<\/p>\n
Asahi Ramen<\/p>\n
A spot for Japanese ramen and traditional dishes opened in the former Oak Hill Post space in Brookline.
600 Brookline Blvd., Brookline<\/p>\n
Badamo Family Grocery & Sandwich Shop<\/p>\n
The popular pizza shop opened a spot for Italian groceries and sandwiches next to its Dormont location.
1511 Potomac Ave., Dormont<\/p>\n
Butterfat Gelato<\/p>\n
East Ohio Street on the North Side is already a destination for fine dining. Butterfat Gelato adds small-batch, Italian Gelato to the mix.
404 E Ohio St., North Side<\/p>\n
Chi La Ma<\/p>\n
This eatery focuses on modern Asian noodles, desserts and matcha.
709 Bellefonte St., Shadyside<\/p>\n
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PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER<\/p>\n
Churn Homemade Ice Cream & Coffee<\/p>\n
Churn has a spot inside Giant Eagle in Pine Creek Plaza. Along with hot and iced coffee beverages and Lotus Energy drinks, the menu includes 16 unique flavors of homemade ice cream available in cups and cake or waffle cones, ice cream pies, blended frappes, milkshakes and pre-packaged pints and grab-and-go items.
155 Town Center Dr., McCandless<\/p>\n
Commonplace Coffee<\/p>\n
Commonplace Coffee opened its ninth retail coffeehouse in the former Georgie\u2019s Corner Cafe in Shadyside to serve a full beverage menu, grab-and-go breakfast and scratch-made baked goods. The company relocated a large portion of its commercial kitchen and baking operations from Indiana, Pa., to the new site.
5743 Walnut St., Shadyside<\/p>\n
Cookie\u2019s Creamery<\/p>\n
The ice cream shop\u2019s third North Hills location opened in May for hand-dipped ice cream cones, dirty sodas and specialty popcorn treats.
620 Warrendale Road, Treesdale<\/p>\n
Desserts by Cone\u2019fections<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s the scoop on the business: there\u2019s no ice cream involved. The signature dessert cones are layered with creamy fillings and topped with delightful crumbles. Guests can also pick up cake tacos, petite cookie cakes, mini crispy treat trays and more.
1334 Streets Run Road, West Mifflin<\/p>\n
El Colibri<\/p>\n
Mexican street food and vegan options are the specialty of this popular, family-owned food truck that now has a storefront.
5331 Penn Ave., Downtown<\/p>\n
Iron & Basil Ristorante<\/p>\n
The long-awaited Iron & Basil is open for take-out in West View. Located in the former DiPietro\u2019s, the full dining room and bar will open soon.
412 Perry Highway, West View<\/p>\n
Lavande Whisk Bakery & Coffee Shop<\/p>\n
This family-run business has French-Canadian pastries and punk-rock charm.
1609 Conway Wallrose Road, Economy<\/p>\n
Lula La Chula<\/p>\n
This family-owned establishment brings a piece of Oaxaca, Mexico to Pittsburgh with made-to-order dishes.
419 Butler St., Etna<\/p>\n
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PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER<\/p>\n
Mijo Cantina<\/p>\n
Named after a Spanish term of endearment, the Federal Galley concept has moved from the North Side to the North Hills.
325 Camp Horne Road, Ohio Township<\/p>\n
Murph\u2019s Kitchen<\/p>\n
Executive chef Les Murphy brings a new food concept to Strange Roots Experimental Ales\u2019 taproom in Millvale.
501 East Ohio St., Millvale<\/p>\n
Nothingman<\/p>\n
After a brief stint in Bloomfield, chefs Troy Beck and Katie Peric moved their restaurant to the Hilltop to offer a flavorful menu of shareable starters, Nashville hot chicken sandwiches, burgers, pasta dishes and wings.
201 Shiloh St., Mount Washington<\/p>\n
Okane<\/p>\n
Okane is taking sushi to the next level. The restaurant, located in a three-story building offers three distinct experiences for Downtown diners, including a rooftop bar.
245 Fourth Ave., Downtown<\/p>\n
Opa F\u00e9<\/p>\n
This summer at the SouthSide Works, the bakery at the SouthSide Works has artisan croissants, specialty drinks such as matcha, fruit and milk teas and coffee.
2720 Sidney St., South Side<\/p>\n
Second Story Spirits<\/p>\n
A team with 30 years of experience making booze is open in Lawrenceville with unique offerings.
3354 Penn Ave., Lawrenceville<\/p>\n
Shorty\u2019s Social Kitchen<\/p>\n
After a month-long makeover and a name change, Shorty\u2019s Tap x Taco reopened at The Waterfront as Shorty\u2019s Social Kitchen with a Southern-inspired menu.
244 W. Bridge St., West Homestead<\/p>\n
Spork Island Trading Co.<\/p>\n
Spork Island Trading Company, an immersive tiki bar and tropical-themed restaurant helmed by restaurateurs Andy Tepper and Steve Zumoff, opened over the summer, complete with an indoor volcano.
946 Penn Ave., Downtown<\/p>\n
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PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER<\/p>\n
Tastyland<\/p>\n
With decor that\u2019s both modern and retro, Monroeville\u2019s Tastyland is part game room, part bar, part dessert paradise. Family fun, ice cream and burgers are located on the first floor. Patrons 21 and over can head upstairs to Tipsyland for a full bar and small bites, pool tables, air hockey, darts, duckpin bowling and a party room.
4030 William Penn Highway, Monroeville<\/p>\n
Valliant\u2019s Diner
A staple for breakfast and lunch in the North Hills since 1968, the Babcock Boulevard spot closed for several weeks for a refresh and reopened under new ownership in October.
3418 Babcock Blvd., Ross<\/p>\n
Coming Soon<\/p>\n
Amboy Filipino Restaurant<\/p>\n
Chef Rafael Vencio of Amboy Farms is opening his first brick-and-mortar eatery this summer to bring Filipino food to Deutschtown.
400 E. Ohio St., North Side<\/p>\n
Bossycakes<\/p>\n
A bakery specializing in mini desserts is opening in East Liberty.
5975 Broad St., East Liberty<\/p>\n
Caffeena Coffee House<\/p>\n
Caffeena will redefine coffee culture with Yemeni flavors and fresh pastries in Oakland.
3520 Forbes Ave., Oakland<\/p>\n
Casa Anchoa<\/p>\n
Meredith Boyle and chef Fernando Navas, the married couple behind the Strip District\u2019s outstanding Balvanera, plan to open a coastal seafood restaurant this fall.
900 Penn Ave., Downtown<\/p>\n
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PHOTO BY KRISTY GRAVER<\/p>\n
Cupcake PGH<\/p>\n
The allergen-friendly business that started as a bakery pop-up in Allentown will open in the former Grim Wizard Coffee space soon.
1206 Arlington Ave., Allentown<\/p>\n
DiCarlo\u2019s Pizza<\/p>\n
The DiCarlo family is bringing its Ohio Valley-style pizza \u2014 cold cheese and toppings layered over a hot, square-cut crust \u2014 back to Pittsburgh.
1200 Brookline Blvd., Brookline<\/p>\n
El Dorado Cantina y Patio<\/p>\n
The South Side soon soon get a new place for Mexican-inspired food and contemporary cocktails.
1213 East Carson St., South Side<\/p>\n
Fueled Health Cafe<\/p>\n
The company known for its protein-packed shakes, acai bowls and coffee is opening a third location in Lawrenceville\u2019s historic Engine House No. 9, which was built in 1885.
5255 Butler St., Lawrenceville<\/p>\n
Goulash House<\/p>\n
Hungarian and European cuisine will reign supreme at this Carnegie restaurant.
415 Noblestown Road, Carnegie<\/p>\n
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Great Lakes Experience Bar<\/p>\n
Great Lakes Brewing Co., founded in Cleveland in 1988, will open Great Lakes Experience Bar at Pittsburgh International Airport this fall. Developed in partnership with Pittsburgh-based Air Ventures, the brewpub will serve casual bites and award-winning beers such as Dortmunder Gold lager and Edmund Fitzgerald porter.<\/p>\n
Guilia<\/p>\n
Later this year, Lilith owners Jamilka Borges and Dianne DeStefano will open an Italian coastal restaurant in Nothingman\u2019s former Bloomfield space.
4744 Liberty Ave., Bloomfield<\/p>\n
H. Obernauer & Co.<\/p>\n
Matthew Obernaueur is resurrecting the whiskey rectifying business his great-great-grandfather started in Pittsburgh in 1885. It\u2019s expected to open this winter in a historic building that most recently housed Kingfly Spirits.
2613 Smallman St., Strip District<\/p>\n
Isaly\u2019s<\/p>\n
Get ready to scarf dahn Skyscraper cones and chipped ham sammiches at Isaly\u2019s in the Strip. Jim and Leslee Conroy, owners of O\u2019Hara-based Conroy Foods, purchased the iconic brand in 2015 and are building out a 3,500-square-foot shop using an original Isaly\u2019s deli operations manual.
2111 Penn Ave., Strip District<\/p>\n
La Grassa Pizza<\/p>\n
La Grassa\u2019s square pizza slices have been making the rounds at pop-ups. It\u2019ll get its own corner space in November.
5336 Butler St., Lawrenceville<\/p>\n
Opal Buffet & Bar<\/p>\n
The 16,000-square-foot former Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery space at The Waterfront will be home to an international buffet this summer.
171 E. Bridge St., Homestead<\/p>\n
Restore 22 Coffee Shop<\/p>\n
A nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between civilians and military veterans will open a coffee shop on Nov. 14.
948 Fourth Ave., Coraopolis<\/p>\n
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Riley\u2019s Pour House<\/p>\n
Carnegie\u2019s beloved Irish pub that was destroyed in a fire in November 2024 is rebuilding at its original site and is slated to open in March 2027.
215 E. Main St., Carnegie<\/p>\n
Risa Cafe<\/p>\n
Beechview residents will soon be able to grab coffee, espresso drinks, blended beverages, energy drinks and a selection of fresh baked goods and sandwiches.
1555 Broadway Ave., Suite 102, Beechview<\/p>\n
T\u00e4k\u014d<\/p>\n
The Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group eatery known for its fusion of Asian and Mexican cuisines is temporarily closed for a reboot. Details surrounding the reopening timeline and new concept elements will be announced in the coming months.
214 Sixth St., Downtown<\/p>\n
YangGuoFu Malatang<\/p>\n
Opening in November for Chinese build-your-own spicy soup bowls.
5870 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill<\/p>\n
Closures<\/p>\n
James Cafe<\/p>\n
On Nov. 1, James Cafe closed its location at 2550 Smallman St. in the Strip District to prepare for a move Downtown. Follow the business, which opened in 2022, on social media for updates.<\/p>\n
Joe\u2019s Rusty Nail Restaurant<\/p>\n
After 48 years serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Rusty Nail announced it will close by the end of 2026.
560 Lincoln Ave., Bellevue<\/p>\n
Lawrence Hall<\/p>\n
The 225-seat food hall with four eateries, a scoop shop and a bar that opened in January 2024 will close by the end of 2026 due to rising operating costs.
4609 Butler St., Lawrenceville<\/p>\n
Pleasure Bar<\/p>\n
Bloomfield\u2019s historic restaurant \u2014 a fixture in Little Italy for more than 80 years \u2014 was put up for sale in September. The website says it is temporarily closed for renovations.
4729 Liberty Ave., Bloomfield<\/p>\n
Minerva Bakery<\/p>\n
After 103 years in business, the McKeesport bakery closed in September 2026.<\/p>\n
Fish nor Fowl<\/p>\n
Garfield\u2019s Fish nor Fowl, part of the Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group, permanently closed on Nov. 2.\t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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