Our first time, very good! Homemade Hungarian food with all the feels! Very homey atmosphere with a local-pub feel. We each had a pork cutlet dish, and then... dessert! read more

Huszar - Hungarian crepes, Gundel Palacsinta. Delish! - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Huszar is an unassuming Hungarian restaurant located on the North Side near 279. From the outside (and inside) the vibe is definitely 'old-school' Pittsburgh, all dark wood and knick-knacks with the not-so-faint aura of old cigarette smoke floating in the air. We visited for lunch and were the only customers in the restaurant (it's not really an optimal spot to get a lot of lunch traffic) but have heard that it is crowded at dinner time. The wife of the ownership duo waited on our table while her husband cooked the food. She was very kind and spent time talking to us about the food/making recommendations. The food was better than anticipated and very much in a 'home-cook' style that put taste before plating. The 'lángos' was an elephant-ear-like fried yeast dough on which floated a layer of sour cream, shredded cheese and a few onions/cucumbers. The goulash was a humble looking bowl of vegetable soup but the flavor was good. The Hungarian-style kielbasa sandwich featured a really flavorful kielbasa over a layer of sauerkraut. The gypsy pork loin was probably our favorite dish -- a pork loin pounded impossibly thin and paired with delicious crispy potatoes. We did not try desserts, but they looked awesome. There's definitely no elevation of the cuisine here but it's cooked well and is flavorful. I can imagine that dishes like these might taste very similar Hungarian homes/restaurants. Definitely feels connected to a time and place that is very Pittsburgh and it makes me wish there were more of these kind of places still around! read more

Huszar is a place where you fill like you went back to history. There is no bustling Hungarian community there, there is no big and hip neighborhood there. What you get is the slice of Hungary and it is pretty good. My rating is not for the decor or service. It is strictly for the food. Having tried Hungarian food before I can attest that Huszar does not provide a hybrid but a real food that would taste the same in Budapest. Between me and my sons, we tried a lot of things and everything was returned right back to the owner/server/cook, but with no food remnants on the plate. Every bite was great and yearned for more. I barely had a space for ordered Croatian beer. I was so happy to support Hungarian American business and I will gladly do it again. read more

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I hate to write this, because I had an amazing meal here with my wife and two kids the first time we went a year ago. But we didn't interact with the owner. Just recently, my parents were in from out of town, and I really wanted to take them here. The first sign of trouble was when I tried to make a reservation for a Thursday, and the owner grilled me on how old my kids are. The subtext was clearly that she didn't like kids in the restaurant, something I've seen confirmed from other reviews here. She also started grumbling when I mentioned it would be six people. She started giving me every reason why it wouldn't work (there's not enough people, the kitchen closes at 7 [even though I was asking for 5:30], etc). She then went into a bizarre tirade where she condescendingly told me that her place is not Applebee's, basically assuming that I was going to be some overly demanding customer who doesn't appreciate good food, even though I told her I had been there and loved her food. I said it sounded like Thursday wasn't the best day, so maybe Friday would be better at 5:30. I was very polite and thanked her for working with us, and I expressed excitement. On Friday, traffic in the tunnel was particularly bad, and we were commuting from an hour away, and I had told her we were driving all the way there just to go to her place. I had to inflate one of our tires unexpectedly, and my parents said they'd be late because of the traffic. I thought it courteous to call the restaurant and let them know. When I told the owner, she got very confrontational, saying 5:30 is 5:30, and the kitchen closes at 7. I told her we'd be just a few minutes late. She said something like, what am I supposed to do, just go with the flow and you show up whenever? I was thinking, we're just going to be a few minutes late, and it's Pittsburgh, so this can't be the only time a customer's gotten stuck in traffic. And you're a restaurant, so yeah, you do sometimes have to go with the flow. At any rate, the rudeness was a deal breaker for me, and I thought, why should we drive to Pittsburgh to patronize someone who not only doesn't want us to be there but will likely treat us rudely the whole time? Other reviews here have validated my experience. I called her back and cancelled the reservation and told her she was incredibly rude and lost our business, and you don't foster lasting customer relationships through hostility and resentment, no matter how good the food is. It was interesting to me that at the beginning of this final call, she said her restaurant was empty, but at the very end, she said she had 10 people waiting to be seated. At any rate, don't go here, no matter how good the food is. No meal is worth the experience of being resented simply for existing and for things out of your control. read more

Living on Central Northside for nearly a year and just now getting around to Huszar's. I don't pretend to know anything about Hungarian food but the reviews and pictures were mouthwatering. My wife and I placed a to-go order this past week to finally test it out. I love kielbasa so the kielbasa sandwich was a no-brainer and happily very good! The sausage was fresh and flavorful and paired well with the mustard and sauerkraut. I thought I would like the chicken paprika a little more than I did since I love hearty broths and enjoy spaetzel. Unfortunately I found this dish to be bland. I loaded it with salt, pepper and any remnants of sauerkraut from the kielbasa. This made it slightly more palatable but couldn't make the still-foreign aftertaste any better. I'm not a picky eater, so I think I just need to come in instead of doing to-go so that I can get new recommendations and a new perspective. Portions and prices were fair and I truly think this could be excellent food, but I just need to be cultured. read more

Huszar - Kielbasa Sandwich - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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My partner and I made our way up to Huszar on the North Side last night for dinner and it was spectacular. We started out with an order of lángos, Hungarian fried bread topped with garlic butter and mozzarella cheese. The texture was spot-on but the taste was out of this world. We also ordered a side of their red cabbage salad that I couldn't get enough of. The cabbage was tender but still had a nice crisp to it and it was very balanced with just the right amount of sugar and salt. I ordered the chicken paprikás with traditional dumplings. The first bite took me back to my grandmother's dining room table. The chicken was extremely tender and flavorful and the sauce was mild and perfectly seasoned. The cloud-like dumplings were the perfect accompaniment. My partner ordered the bakonyi pork and it was equally as delicious. I don't think I've ever seen pork pounded that thin and still be tender. The mushroom gravy on top of the pork and dumplings was the star of the dish but we're mushroom-loving people. The dessert case couldn't be passed up and it was hard to choose which we wanted to try. We ended up picking this three-layer chocolate mousse cake. It was light, not overly sweet and the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. read more

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If you like Hungarian food - - even if you've never tasted it, you will like this Hungarian food - - rush to this place before too many people find it and it gets crowded and crazy. Great service. Waiting temporarily for an OK to serve liquor, but that should be short. Lovely people. And the food - - the chicken paprikas, the soups, the steak piled high with thinly cut onions and piles of roasted potatoes. Yum Yum Yum. Looks like a dive on the outside; but definitely dive in. You won't regret it. read more

We've had great Hungarian food in and out of Hungary and also enjoy making it at home. So we were delighted to see Huszar come across our search during a recent trip to Pittsburgh and booked a 5:45 pm reservation on a Sunday. We walked 35 minutes to get to it in what happened to be 10-degree F temperature and steady snow. Cold, but looking forward to a warm meal in what looked like a cozy place, we arrived at 5:48 pm, admittedly a few minutes late, but surely not an unforgivable sin. Many restaurants have grace periods of 15-20 minutes as standard practice. Anyhow. We neared the building, and the surroundings were dark, with no signage. We walked around the corner and found a door, but it was locked. There was a small window, and through it we could see one table occupied with a handful of people. We knocked, they looked at us, didn't do anything. We called the restaurant's listed phone number twice to ask them to open the door. Someone picked up, then hung up immediately. By now we were starting to think something might be off. We knocked again, and a woman finally came to the window, only to start yelling at us. We showed her the reservation confirmation email through the window, and she stopped for a second, but quickly resumed yelling, probably having noticed that it was past 5:45 (although some of the "lateness" of course was due to being locked out). By this time, the people at the table were laughing and apparently getting a kick out of all of this. In short, the woman's (owner's?) actions and attitude were contemptible. She came across as simply a mean-spirited and unprofessional individual, and if the people around the table were employees, perhaps this unkind attitude is their business model. We walked away upset initially, but also glad in hindsight that we didn't spend our money there. In just about a half hour from leaving Huszar, we ended up at a lovely Italian restaurant called Alta Via, which greeted us warmly from the second we stepped in. It looked busy, and we were ready for a wait since we'd shown up without a reservation, but they seated us within minutes and showed us kindness the entire time. Excellent food, too. We (and most people, I believe) don't ask for a whole lot more than some common sense and common decency when engaging with other people or businesses. In our experience, Huszar has very little if any of either. read more

Having never been to a Hungarian restaurant before, my wife and I decided to make a reservation at Huszar on a Friday evening at the beginning of our road trip through PA and NY. A reservation was a good idea because the place was packed when arrived, and it is not that large. We were seated toward the back of the restaurant in a booth and, because of the crowd, we had several minutes to look over the menu before our server came to take our order. As an appetizer, we ordered Langos -- crispy fried bread with a garlic cream sauce on top. It was delicious, and I could have made a meal off that alone (which might have been a good idea if I were expecting to encounter vampires later in the evening). For main courses, I ordered the lecsos steak (steak with sauteed onions and peppers in a tomato sauce and roasted potatoes) and my wife ordered chicken paprikas (paprika chicken with dumplings). For the price, we got so much food! I ate my entire entree, though I was absolutely stuffed by the time I did. My wife ate most of hers but had to take some to go. It was so delicious, and I could easily see myself as a regular if I lived in the area. If you're debating on whether to go to Huszar or not, just do it! Make a reservation or take your chances on getting a bar table or a seat at the bar itself. But just stop debating and go. If you like Eastern European food, Hungarian specifically, you'll love it! read more

This is a hidden in plain view gem on the edge of 279 on the north side. It's not difficult to find, but if you blink, you may miss it. Delicious, hearty food served by native Hungarian staff. Be sure to try the desserts, the pastry chef is very talented (and incredibly nice). read more

Az erdélyi húsos lakoma az egyik kedvencem. egyetlen desszerttel és tokaji borral sem lehet mellébeszélni. Langos ez finom!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Who knew Hungarian food would be so good? I didn't and I am glad that I have decided to open myself up to new and exciting foods. We were stuck in traffic in Pittsburgh and had obviously taken the wrong route to where we were going. Usually this turns out to be one of those things where you get fed up and kind of just go home. Luckily for us we ended up finding this place. From the outside it kind of looks like a dive bar so usually we wouldn't have given it a second glance. But waiting at a light because of construction gave us the chance to read their sidewalk sign and after some debate we decided to give it a try. Just an FYI, parking in this area is a bit hard to find, so you may be in for a bit of a walk to get here. Don't worry, it is worth it. We showed up on a Wednesday evening and had no problem finding a seat, in fact we decided to sit at the bar. We immediately struck up a conversation with the bartender and found that if we were to come later in the week or the weekend, it's best to call ahead and make a reservation because it will be packed. After looking over the drink menu we both went for a Pilsner Urquell. I was pleasantly surprised by this beer from the Czech Republic and loved how easy it went down. We both decided on a appetizer, my better half went with the Red Cabbage Salad (Káposztasaláta) and I went with the Fried Cheese (Rántott Sajt). His salad reminded me of a vinegar heavy Cole Slaw. But I was too focused on the fried cheese. I know people are raving about this, and I can understand why. I will rave about it. It's nothing more than fried breaded cheese. But it was amazing fried breaded cheese. This comes with white rice and Hungarian style Tartar sauce. That sauce added a sweetness to the fried cheese and kind of made me want to learn how to make it so I could have it at home. For the main course my better half went with the Chicken Paprikás. I tasted this and liked it, but not enough to ditch my plate. I had the Seasoned Butter & Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast (Fűszeres Vajjal Töltött Csirkemell). (If you noticed, I copied and pasted the names from the menu, there was no way I was going to remember how to spell any of that) If you are looking for a filling meal, this is the way to go. That was one huge chicken breast that was filled with butter and cheese. Then it was all breaded, fried up perfectly and then presented to you cut down the middle so you can see that cheese oozing out piping hot ready to be eaten. The potatoes were basic. But to me, basic potatoes are quite alright. Fried up and salted is all you had to do. This definitely was one filling meal that will have me coming back for more. Especially as welcoming and chatty the staff were. She was a delight to talk with and she gave us a little background of the place. The chefs are from Hungary so you know you are about to have an authentic meal. read more

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We came here for dinner earlier this week, and I'm so glad we did! This bar/restaurant is owned by a couple, Michael and Judy. Judy is the hostess/waitress and she treats you like she's known you for years. We have never tried Hungarian food before and Judy said it was like eating your grandmas cooking, even if she is not the least bit Hungarian. It is comfort food made with love. My husband and his friend each ordered a Hungarian beer to start off and they really enjoyed it. We started with the fried cheese, which comes with a Hungarian Tarter sauce and white rice. I didn't think it would all go together, but trust me... it just works. My husband and his friend each ordered the onion soup. They both said it was really cheesy and realllly good! For my entree, I ordered the seasoned butter and cheese stuffed chicken. My hubby ordered the stuffed pork chops, and our friend ordered the steak. Just suggested ordering a side of the cucumber salad with our meal to help with digestion. For dessert, my husband ordered the sour cherry strudel and he said it was delicious. Literally everything we ate was amazing. I couldn't get over how good everything was. This food is heavy, so if you are on a diet or not having a cheat day, then this place is not for you. However, if you love and appreciate great home style meals... then run, don't walk here. We will definitely be back! read more

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Amazing, proper Hungarian food. We made reservations for dinner to celebrate my mom's birthday. Reservations are important at the moment with there only being one chef and one server. Though the staff was limited, the wait was not long and the server was incredibly nice. We ordered a potato pancake to start and it was perfectly crispy. The cheese was a different touch but I liked it! The entrees came out fast, a lot of us ordered the chicken paprikash, I mean it is a classic and they did it perfectly. The sauce was creamy and full of flavor. My brother ordered the stuffed pork chop which was stuffed with cheese and bacon, OMG. The side of potatoes he got were amazing, they were crispy on the outside and perfectly fluffy in the middle. This meal will fill you up so be ready for a nap afterward. read more

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Absolutely the worst restaurant experience ever. Went around 3 on my birthday to have a drink and an appetizer and order food to take back to our hotel for later. We were told that they were not that kind of place. You can't have a drink and order food to go. I would assume they have to go boxes? We would have been there 30 minutes tops, spent 75 plus dollars and gone back to our room. Don't understand the business model. Absolutely no one in the restaurant. Wanted to try an authentic, local business but obviously they don't need the money. Still haven't Hungarian food. I have been in the service industry my entire life. Sell it, however they want. read more

Been here twice in the last month and dear lord it's tremendous. Between their amazing appetizers, their goulash or their schnitzel... it will buckle your knees when you experience the homemade quality. Place is small so make sure you call ahead. Their staff is almost nonexistent since the pandemic so make sure you call ahead. Hours might be abbreviated now with another looming Covid spike so make sure you ..... yup!!! Call ahead! read more

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Delicious, authentic Hungarian food in a welcoming atmosphere. Service was fast and friendly. Felt like we were on a trip to Europe instead of Pittsburgh! read more

What a delicious, homey, comfortable hidden gem on the North Side! If you want traditional Hungarian food cooked with care and fresh ingredients, Huszar is the place to be. I've been here twice so far and have been very happy with the food each time. Last night I ordered langos for an appetizer - think of a pizza fried and topped with sour cream and cold cheese. It was so good! The fried bread was comforting just like carbs should be, and the cool toppings added a perfect and unique balance. For dinner I got the chicken paprikas - warm, savory, comforting with handmade dumplings. They use dark meat chicken, which lends itself to the dish being a little more savory and tender. For dessert I had gundel palacsinta, crepes filled with apricot jam, ground walnuts, a little rum, and chocolate sauce. It would be a great dish for brunch, too! It was very unique and I've never had a dessert quite like it. The founder, Judy, made me a "north side old fashioned" and it was FABULOUS! Truly one of the best old fashioneds I've ever had. If you're looking for a place to relax and escape the hustle and bustle, and get some European comfort food, Huszar is the place to be! read more

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Was really torn about writing this review. The place is an old school family Hungarian restaurant. Family tradition and nice folks etc. BUT. The food is seriously lacking. I have been to Hungary and food there is much better. We had a few dishes and all were rather bland. I really hope they improve as the backstory is fantastic and you really want to like this place. read more

Home cooked Hungarian food and the BEST pastries in Pittsburgh! This place is an amazing cultural experience!

Nasty worker/owner basically tossed us out into the rainy night after claiming we had no reservatin (I still have the email confirmation fro Open Table). Totally rude and obnoxious scolding from this person. Visiting from out-of-town with my wife and got totally humiliated in front of other patrons for absolutely no reason. WTF is wrong with people. Don't expect to be treated well or to have your resevation honored here. Ugh. read more

We made a quick stop here after our day at the national Aviary. The food came out quick and was amazing. The service was great and the place was clean. The decor is fun and authentic to Hungary. I will most definitely be back! Hidden gem!! Oh also they have a great bar selection! 5/5! read more

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Czechvar beer so tasty! Goulash is perfection! Stuffed pork and chicken dumpling great. Kielbasa sandwich was solid

Have enjoyed the homemade food here a few times. Servers are knowledgeable and pleasant. They've recently added a pastry chef. Worth a visit! read more

We've driven by here on numerous occasions, and I'm ecstatic that we finally stopped for dinner, as we'll be back many times. We started with some fried cheese, cucumber salad and some langos on special - all three were absolutely delicious, with no shortage of sour cream across the board. I didn't eat the rice with the fried cheese as I didn't want to fill up too early. For dinner, we went with the Chicken and Mushroom Paprikas which I managed to clean my entire plate despite being full beyond belief. We had a few Karlovackos to drink and the best part of the night was how friendly the owner and staff were. It was quiet for a Saturday night, but if they keep up this food and service I don't see that happening for long. We got some strudel to go, which was OK, but I'm going to chalk it up to how full I was when I got home. read more

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Service and Food were great! Authentic and they want to educate you on the traditions! Portion size is huge, come ready to eat. The schnitzel and spatzel are awesome. Deserts were good as well. The Ambience is ok, but made up for by the hospitality! read more

I went with a friend the other day and ordered the soup with dumplings. After eating the kolbasi sandwich which was probably one of the best sandwiches that I have ever eaten, I decided to order one more. What a great mixture of kolbasi, saurkraut, mustard, tomato on the perfect bun. Can't wait to go back. read more

I miss this place...my family and I discovered it on a whim and kept going back. The atmosphere is so welcoming and familiar, like having a good meal at a friend's or family member's place. Sometimes they have live music which adds even more to the old world ambiance. The food is authentic and delicious. The chicken paprikás is to die for, and the Transylvania meat platter is great for sharing. But if you're smart and/or lucky, you'll get there on a weekend for the lángos, and then you're really in for a treat! Sadly, right now I think it's takeout only due to the pandemic-that-wouldn't-end, but you better believe as soon as we can the fam and I will be heading back in! And in the meantime, my birthday is coming up, and I know where I'm requesting takeout from ;) read more

Huszar - Chicken paprikás - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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This place screams old school cool, truly a mom and pop establishment. Fast,friendly service. Had the chicken paprikas, which was phenomenal. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in town. read more

Huszar - Chicken paprikas with a red cabbage salad. - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

We went here today for luper (between lunch and supper). Everything looked good and tasted good as well. I got goulash. It was very good. My companions each got different meals. Everyone liked the food. The wait staff was attentive without hovering. The food was authentic. read more

We found this gem after touring the National Aviary. Not a big place, not a fancy place but very welcoming. As they had a full house of reservations, we were seated at the bar. The bar was comfortable so this was no big deal. The service was very personable. The food was outstanding. My husband is Hungarian and he actually was emotional at the end of the meal as it reminded him of meals in his childhood. We will definitely be back when we visit the city. We didn't have any but they do have a selection of wines, beer, and other alcohol. One recommendation is to make a reservation and with the restaurant directly. Apparently Open Table keeps overbooking them. read more

Huszar - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Originally from Toledo, I know my way around some Hungarian food. Huszar did not disappoint. Going for lunch, service was very intimate and speedy. I ordered a potato pancake for an appetizer, and it was delicious, golden brown. For my entree, I ordered Chicken Paprikas, and this was the highlight of the meal. So delicious, creamy, and full of flavor. I strongly recommend making the drive over here if you're ever in Pittsburgh! Just a short drive or walk from museums like the Andy Warhol or the Children's Museum and close to the Pirates and Steelers. Make the trip, you won't regret it! read more

Huszar - Chicken paprikas - Bars Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Don't do it. I was so excited to try this place! It had a great star rating so I went. Ordered paprikash, potato pancakes and dessert. It was flavorless and mushy. Very disappointing. read more

Just had an amazing meal here. We enjoyed appetizers of cucumber salad and meat crepes that were delicious. The entrees were large and out of this world good. we followed up with the apricot and nutella crepes. Service was wonderful and quick. Really recommend having dinner here. We'll be back! read more

Food was delicious and well presented. Met the chef and the owner. Service excellent. Quiet place. Reasonably priced.

I would advise anyone considering this place to read other 1-2 star reviews. Food here is okay overall. The issue is the owners. I went with a friend who hadn't ever been there; I've been there twice before (pre-Covid). When I asked for a cocktail - they have a full bar- I was told "no alcohol today" with no explanation. Asked why & received a blank stare- very odd behavior. We ordered dinner & main dishes were okay. But when I commented on our appetizer, as it wasn't as described in the menu, all hell broke loose! We were screamed at by both owners- after yelling at us, she went to her husband/chef yelling in Hungarian. He then came from the kitchen to join the verbal attack! Told at top volume never to come back (as if we would after the scene they created). A family was eating there & were clearly frightened by the behavior of both parties. Unbelievable experience- be very careful what you say if you dare to go there! read more

We've been here twice now (once last summer after helping out with ARYSE's summer showcase for their summer camp elsewhere in Northside) and the other day after wanting to walk around and go out to dinner on a lovely Friday night. Each time we've been, Huszar has been incredible. Both times my partner got the chicken parikas and on our most recent trip, I got the breaded pork with fried potatoes. The food here is amazingly comforting and tasty, even in the doldrums of summer and the staff are incredibly personable and hilarious. Huszar has ambiance for days and it's such a, relatively hidden, gem here in North Side that does not get enough love! read more

This is a restaurant with a lot of heart. I spoke with the owner, who is very nice and welcoming. Huzsar is dedicated to their memory. She remodelled the place and brought in a Hungarian chef. It's a quaint neighborhood bar with some restaurant seating. The food is authentic and delicious. The service was excellent, my server was attentive and was able to make some great recommendations from the menu. I was particularly delighted to find a number of vegetarian options, all very reasonably priced. They have some cool craft beers on tap. I'm not sure why they don't have Hungarian beers, but I did try an unusual Croatian beer. In summary, great Hungarian food in a welcoming, friendly corner bar. read more

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Finally made it to this restaurant with authentic, family-run eatery with great Hungarian fare. Our party of four all enjoyed our food and a couple lagers. We had goulash, a street food app, cucumber salad, schnitzel, and steak. I would try anything on the menu. Reservations through Open Table highly recommended due to limited staffing. read more

Pittsburgh gem. They have have live traditional music sometimes. Neighbor atmosphere.