I stopped in today for the first time, having read a few good reviews about this place, I decided…read moreto try it for lunch. There is both an International Grocery Store and a Restaurant at this location. I stopped at the restaurant first, ordered lunch (they told me it would be ready in 15-20 minutes), and then walked around the store perusing the shelves. There is a little bit of everything in this store, including a very nice produce section, various groceries, toys, lottery, and even clothing. For my lunch, I had the Jhol Momo (Vegetarian), and it was served in a plastic microwave style bowl with a plastic lid. It was also served with plastic cutlery. The food was tasty (Momos are like little dumplings and this dish served them in a spicy sauce). I am not sure if it was made fresh, or if it was just microwaved from frozen, but I thought it had a good overall taste. I suppose I would come back again if I found myself in the area . . . Cheers!

This place is AMAZING. Truly a hidden gem. Restaurant and grocery with hard to find produce, meat,…read morespices, even some super cool pants. Do not sleep on this place.

Amazing experience ! I like the small and seasonal menu. The way the vegetables are cooked and…read morecombined is really creative. It was original and tasty. I definitely recommend it for a unique culinary experience. The service was amazing, our waiter was friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu and how the dishes are prepared

There is a lot of hype surrounding this restaurant. It is super unique since the concept entails…read moreputting vegetables athe forefront of the meal. The restaurant is in the heart of the Northside on Ohio Street nestled among some other really great restaurants like Siempre Algo and Fig & Ash. Parking is a little tricky and the street is a little sketchy. Inside, the restaurant is small with the open kitchen on the first floor and additional seating and a bar on the second floor. When we visited the restaurant first, there was a power outage so we had to leave. The restaurant was accommodating and gave us our drinks for free and allowed us to easily reschedule. There's no doubt that the chef is excellent and classicly French trained. Every dish was exquisitely plated and flavors were intricately chosen that paired well and complimented each other. You could tell that the chef used different culinary techniques on each dish, and it did not go unnoticed. However, I really did not enjoy the food. Everything was super flavorful to the point where it was almost too overpowering. The flavors paired well together but often created an explosion of flavor in my mouth and not in a good way. I feel as though the chef compensated the lack of meat with extra flavor that really did not leave a lasting impression. Vegetables are naturally very bland and require a lot of flavoring to enhance the natural taste, so it makes sense why each dish was so flavorful. Nevertheless, it really just was not for me. I think this restaurant is unique and special and such a bright light to the restaurant scene in Pittsburgh, but I also feel like it's specialized for a certain type of eater, and it is not for everyone! I am super glad that I went outside of my comfort zone to try this restaurant, but I most likely will not be back. On a side note, the service was absolutely excellent. Our waiter was super attentive and willing to explain everything dish to us. It was refreshing and welcomed after we have had some horrific service experiences lately. Kudos to the chef for his excellent craftsmanship! He truly is what holds the restaurant together!

BEST Pasta Fagoli!!!! I haven't tasted it this good for 20 years since Great Granma from Sorrento…read moremade it! Found this hidden gem during Bloomfield's Italian Days and I bought quite the variety of Italian Homemade cookies that remind you of the Wedding Cookie Tables. Excellent store!!

Found this place living at children's hospital, everyday I just wanted to leave and go here. Never…read moreknew what the menu would be like you would just have to go and see for yourself. Something new always. My husband swears they have the best wedding soup hands down. Im completely obsessed with the carrot cake and I will never be able to go or get it anywhere else. Best carrot cake ever! The staff and owner are super friendly and very easy to talk to. Need a laugh they chuckle and make the day a little brighter. I wish this place was a little closer to home we have Maria's dinner every other night. We will definitely be back and can't thank you all enough for everything the last few weeks. Oh and the pasta spaghetti so good with the meatballs. I just want this place every day. Maria your a gem we love the babies Italian meatball Bib- Sam & Day.

My mother-in-law brought me here when I was in town and it was one of the best breakfast I've ever…read morehad! She had the breakfast croissant which included eggs, bacon, spinach all placed inside a croissant. It was absolutely fantastic! I chose the breakfast omelette, which I put spinach and feta in, and it was paired with the bacon, potatoes, and biscuits. I chose to add fresh thyme to my potatoes, and it added the perfect flavor, they were delicious! The eggs were so fresh, the omelette was perfect! The bacon was so thick! I cannot explain how thick! It was such good quality! Their price points were extremely fair and we were extremely happy with our meals! I will absolutely be returning on my next trip to town.

This place is so cute!! The servers are the sweetest and super attentive. The breakfast croissant…read morewas stuffed with bacon and cheese and so good. Love this cute spot by the trail!

This review is based on their Thursday night dinner service. Above and Beyond is exactly how it…read moresounds. Each dish is homemade and crafted with love. Chefs Monica and Nicole are such friendly, special people with incredible talent. Every Thursday, they open dinner service with a rotating, seasonal menu supporting local vendors. Tonight we got house salads, chicken-bacon-meatloaf sandwich with homemade fries, and parmesan crusted cod with asparagus and angel hair pasta. The sandwich was amazing and packed with flavor from the aioli and salsa. The fries have the perfect addition of cracked pepper. The cod was so yummy with the crispy crust. And the peanut butter pie (also homemade) was delicious. If you're looking for an intimate, woman owned, hidden gem then try Above and Beyond. You won't be dissatisfied or leave hungry! They cater too!

Above & Beyond Catering & Kitchen sells foods that contain locally produced ingredients and are…read moreinspired by the owners' Middle Eastern and Mediterranean backgrounds. Their cafe sells sandwiches (e.g., club and caprese), salads (e.g., Greek and antipasto), and sides (e.g., spinach artichoke and grape leaves). Their catering menu appears to be much larger and includes many appetizers, party trays, and party pans and cuisines such as Italian, taco, poke, and fine dining. So far, I have bought several foods from Above & Beyond. Here are my reviews for the foods: "Not Your Mom's Eggplant Parmesan" - 4 stars - This entree contained eggplant, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce. "Mac n Cheese" - 4 stars - This macaroni contained cheddar and parmesan cheeses and was topped with breadcrumbs. I expected more cheese, but I enjoyed the flavors. "Traditional Hummus" - 3.5 stars - This hummus contained chickpeas, tahini, garlic, paprika, lemon, and oil. It had a nicely creamy texture. "Stuffed Cabbage" - 3 stars - This stuffed cabbage contained less meat and more rice than what I like. "Pierogi Lasagna" - 5 stars - This entree consisted of lasagna noodles, potato, cheese, onion, butter, salt, and pepper. I really enjoyed this entree, and I would order it again in the future. "Beef Lasagna" - 4.5 stars - This lasagna contained noodles, ground beef, marinara, ricotta, and mozzarella. I liked the flavors. According to Above & Beyond's website, they also offer cooking classes for adults and children.

Wow. Who knew that local bread stores still tried to compete with Panera…read more And yes... this one not only competes but it may actually be better. Utilizing clean ingredients, baking fresh items, more direct sales to customers. Not gonna lie, I miss the days of employees actively working for the customer directly face to face with the products. No need for a kiosk when I can walk in and directly talk to the person that baked it. Loafers is a fresh take on a nostalgic concept... baking!! Simple. Fresh baked items. Good smells. Good eats.

Loafers Bread Co. is a local chain bakery that makes fresh baked goods every morning. Their website…read morelists daily baking schedules and a baker's choice schedule. The flavors of breads include cinnamon swirl, Pennsylvania Dutch streusel, honey whole wheat, challah, English muffin bread, cinnamon-raisin walnut, banana bread, sunflower whole wheat, Montana multigrain, Laurel Mt. Herb, pumpkin bread, raisin challah, orange-chocolate chip, pepperoni rolls, lemon-raspberry pound cake, Ukrainian dark rye, apple-spice poundcake, mango bread, rustic French, German stout, Dakota oat, vegetable focaccia, stuffing bread, and more. Also available are other foods such as cinnamon rolls, cookies, muffins, scones, pies, salads, and sandwiches. My husband and I were customers at this location one time. An employee promptly greeted us, patiently waited while we decided what we wanted to order, and accurately charged our credit card. At home we ate the Cherry Apple Challah, a large fruity breadloaf that I rate as 4.5 stars, and the 4-pack of large chocolate-chip cookies, which I rate as 5 stars because of their crispy edges, chewy middles, and perfect ratio of dough and chocolate chips. The total price for these two items was about $18. Online ordering is available for pick-up, delivery, and catering.

We came for breakfast We had a baby with us…read more The place was packed but lucky for us they have a room in back and there was a table yay! The place has that old fashioned diner feel Super friendly service I had a Reuben it was fine Lisa had a waffle it was crispy delicious as a waffle should be Baby Ava just starting to feed herself had a kids French toast with a scrambled egg she loved it When you walk in their fresh donuts are right there so we had to get some to take Wow yum on the donuts Classic diner ambiance great food we will be back Parking was easy enough on the street

Service is very good. The food is awesome! Price is are good. Every time I come into town I have to…read moredo breakfast or lunch here at least once. It's a hidden little diner. That's worth checking out.

These ladies are in here cooking up homemade to order deliciousness. Now you will have a wait if…read moreit's busy but your plate is going to absolutely be filled with great food served hot off the grill! Fresh scrambled eggs cracked open just for your plate wrapped around the best fried sausage and freshly cut potatoes for real home fries. Eating here is like going to your Aunts kitchen, the one that fills the plate with food and seasoned with love of great food made just for you. If you are going to own a restaurant like what you do and enjoy the rewards of loyalty for delicious meals served hot off the grill. The service is coming with a witty comment and big smile.

We were there for breakfast and waited 45 minutes and the waitress didn't even check in with us or…read morerefill our water glasses. I had never walked out of a resaurant before this experience. I will say this is abnormal, we've had better experiences in the past, the food is really good, but I'm not sure we'll ever go back.