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Pittsburgh Eats

Pittsburgh is one of the nation's top food towns. WQED visits everything from mom and pop eateries to places on the cutting edge of culinary cool in this digital series.

Main Street Sweets

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1/27/2023 | 2m 47s | This Greensburg, Pennsylvania candy and shake shop is serving up creamy works of art. (2m 47s)

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

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12/21/2022 | 2m 53s | Access to food is critical, especially during the holidays. (2m 53s)

Valkyrie Donuts

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11/29/2022 | 2m 9s | Valkyrie Donuts serves up a variety of eye-catching donuts, baked fresh in Bellevue, PA. (2m 9s)

Lenzi's Restaurant

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11/2/2022 | 2m 56s | Lenzi's may be small in size, but huge in its portions, varied menu, and fan base. (2m 56s)

Salty Paws

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9/30/2022 | 2m 12s | Salty Paws is the first doggie ice cream shop and bakery in Pennsylvania. (2m 12s)

Everyday Cafe

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2/25/2022 | 2m 59s | Everyday Cafe is not your typical eatery. It's also a space for community and outreach. (2m 59s)

Soju

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2/4/2022 | 2m 19s | Soju in Garfield traces it's cuisine back to Korean-American roots with unique dishes. (2m 19s)

Square Cafe

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4/8/2021 | 2m 17s | The location may be different, but they're still as fun, colorful and delicious as ever. (2m 17s)

Fudge Farm

3/1/2021 | 1m 52s | Fudge Farm is as much a part of the South Side culture as the bars its shakes are named fo (1m 52s)

Happy Day Dessert Factory

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2/12/2021 | 1m 33s | One of the North Side's newest places to get delicious treats. (1m 33s)

Nicholas Coffee & Tea

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1/30/2021 | 2m 23s | Nicholas Coffee in Market Square has provided Pittsburghers with a rich coffee experience. (2m 23s)

Maggie's Farm Rum

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12/18/2020 | 2m 47s | Maggie's Farm Rum is an independent craft rum distiller in Pittsburgh's Strip District. (2m 47s)

Sree's Foods

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12/7/2020 | 2m 57s | Sree's downtown always assures their food is healthy, fresh, affordable, and tasty! (2m 57s)

Beaver Bagel Co.

3/4/2020 | 1m 50s | A lunch spot at the edge of the Ohio River in Bridgewater, PA. (1m 50s)

Grandma B's

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2/19/2020 | 2m 12s | A popular diner in the Hill District. (2m 12s)

La Gourmandine

12/13/2019 | 2m 13s | A Pittsburgh favorite, specializing in traditional French baked goods year round. (2m 13s)

Dobra Tea

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10/24/2019 | 1m 36s | Located in the Squirrel Hill, Dobrá Tea specializes in teas from around the world. (1m 36s)

Masala House Indian Bistro

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9/11/2019 | 2m 3s | Located in the Bloomfield neighborhood, Masala House serves up dishes from across India. (2m 3s)

Vault Taproom

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8/28/2019 | 2m 10s | A high-tech take on draft beer. (2m 10s)

River's Edge Cafe

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7/31/2019 | 2m 10s | A popular restaurant in the quaint mountain village of Confluence, PA. (2m 10s)

Lorelei

5/30/2019 | 1m 55s | A neighborhood cocktail bar and beer hall located in East Liberty. (1m 55s)

B52 Cafe

5/5/2019 | 1m 50s | A vegan fusion of American and Middle Eastern cuisine. (1m 50s)

Franklin Inn

4/18/2019 | 1m 39s | A small, family-owned restaurant serving Mexican food for the past 40 years. (1m 39s)

Walter's Southern Kitchen

4/12/2019 | 1m 50s | We take you to Walter's Southern Kitchen in Lawrenceville for some Texas-style Barbecue. (1m 50s)

Andy's Candies

2/15/2019 | 1m 44s | A third generation, family-owned chocolate factory. (1m 44s)

The Slippery Mermaid

2/1/2019 | 1m 50s | A family-owned sushi bar. (1m 50s)

Wunderbar

1/9/2019 | 1m 57s | Wunderbar Coffee and Crepes in historic Harmony, PA. (1m 57s)

Prohibition Pastries

12/6/2018 | 1m 41s | Pittsburgh's Point Breeze neighborhood is home to Prohibition Pastries (1m 41s)

Pitaland

11/21/2018 | 2m 24s | Pitaland is a Lebanese bakery, café and grocery store in Brookline. (2m 24s)

A Gathering of Chefs

11/7/2018 | 2m 51s | Chefs from some of Pittsburgh’s most well-known eateries share their favorite dishes. (2m 51s)

Gus and Yiayia's

10/10/2018 | 1m 35s | Since 1934, Gus and Yiayia's has been serving ice balls from a snack cart. (1m 35s)

Mainstreet Bake Shop

5/30/2018 | 1m 35s | A salted caramel bar and other delicious treats in Saxonburg, PA. (1m 35s)

Scratch

5/10/2018 | 2m 1s | Seasonal, high quality dishes that are unlike anything on other local menus. (2m 1s)

Batch

4/26/2018 | 2m 5s | Gourmet, locally-sourced jarred food along with breads, butters and more. (2m 5s)

Gaby et Jules Patisseries et Macarons

3/28/2018 | 1m 48s | Some of the finest pastries of Paris in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood. (1m 48s)

Pierogies Plus

3/14/2018 | 2m | Serving East European favorites in the McKees Rocks area for the past twenty-seven years. (2m)

Carmi Soul Food Restaurant

2/14/2018 | 1m 34s | Serving up soul-filled specialties from their home in Pittsburgh’s South Side. (1m 34s)

Ineffable Ca Phe

1/31/2018 | 1m 37s | Vietnamese-style coffee and freshly prepared Banh Mi sandwiches. (1m 37s)

Carmella's Plates & Pints

1/17/2018 | 1m 46s | Adding warmth and homey charm to Pittsburgh's South Side neighborhood. (1m 46s)

Eggs N'at

12/13/2017 | 2m 6s | Good service, home-cooking, and unforgettable eggs benedict. (2m 6s)

Vincent's Pizza

11/15/2017 | 2m 22s | In North Braddock, Vincent's has been serving "Pittsburgh style" pizza for over 65 years. (2m 22s)

Spice Island

10/25/2017 | 2m 1s | Featuring Thai, Burmese, Malaysian, Singaporean, and Indonesian cuisines. (2m 1s)

Onion Maiden

10/11/2017 | 1m 49s | Heavy-metal-inspired, vegetable-based Asian and American comfort food. (1m 49s)

Vic's Oven

8/4/2017 | 1m 46s | Pizza and sandwiches that are fun and creative. (1m 46s)

Totopo

5/24/2017 | 1m 23s | Mexican cuisine with a warm and welcoming atmosphere in uptown Mount Lebanon. (1m 23s)

Page Dairy Mart

4/27/2017 | 1m 41s | For more than half a century, Page Dairy Mart has put smiles on thousands of faces. (1m 41s)

Fortuitea Cafe

3/15/2017 | 1m 53s | Traditional afternoon tea and comfort food from completely vegan/cruelty-free ingredients. (1m 53s)

Out of the Fire Cafe

3/1/2017 | 1m 41s | New American cuisine with views of an open kitchen or the beautiful Laurel Highlands. (1m 41s)

Tender

2/15/2017 | 1m 17s | Classic American cocktails and upscale bar bites. (1m 17s)

Vanilla Pastry Studio

2/1/2017 | 1m 30s | Vanilla Pastry Studio creates smiles one treat at a time. (1m 30s)

Hidden Harbor

1/18/2017 | 1m 38s | The tiki tradition, with a modern touch. (1m 38s)

Nancy B's Bakery

1/14/2017 | 1m 16s | Giant chocolate chip cookies, fresh from the oven. (1m 16s)

North Country Brewing Company

12/14/2016 | 1m 48s | A rustic brewpub with over 100 different types of beers. (1m 48s)

Spak Bros.

11/30/2016 | 1m 39s | Pies and hoagies with exceptional vegan/vegetarian options. (1m 39s)

täkō

11/16/2016 | 1m 51s | A lively taqueria in downtown Pittsburgh serving inventive Mexican street food. (1m 51s)

Leona's Ice Cream Sandwiches

11/16/2016 | 2m 3s | Locally sourced, hand-held happiness. (2m 3s)

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