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Modern Cafe

3.8 (102 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Juke Box
Casual
Outdoor seating

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Lauren W.

I ordered online to pick up. My order was ready when I arrived. When I came in, the bartender ran outside to take a phone call, then handed me my order stating he assumed I was the one who called in my order. (??) I ordered the Spartan sandwich. I really wanted to like it because it sounded good on the menu, but I just did not enjoy it. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing. The steak meat was very salty (even for me) and incredibly greasy. I could not pick the sandwich up to eat it, I had to use a knife and fork. The gyro meat was just in huge chunks. Nothing seemed like it was cooked, but had a reheated texture to it. I thought it would be fresh tomatoes on the sandwich, but they seemed to be stewed or previously canned maybe? The tzatziki was good, but the rest did not deliver for me, especially when there's so many other good sandwich shops nearby. Not sure I would come back here.

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Cameron

Great no nonsense place to get drinks and some really great sandwiches, at a reasonable price too! Their sandwiches all looked amazing, with their egg sandwich with mozzarella sticks being unholy and delicious. Sadly they don't come with fries, but I absolutely think they're worth getting as a side, they were the best kind of classic crinkle cut.

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Pete J.

First time here, have driven past it many, many times. Went to grab a quick bite before a concert. Menu is fairly decent size. Have some interesting hot dog and burger options. Surprisingly have numerous Greek inspired dishes. Decent bar list. The bar itself was nearly full when we arrived. Seemed like a local hangout for folks after work. Some were eating and grabbing beer and others were having a liquid dinner. I ordered a Greek cheesesteak which sounded interesting. I asked the balsamic type dressing on the side as it wasn't something that made sense in my palate to have on the sandwich. The sandwich wasn't bad, I kind of liked it. My wife ordered a Rachel. She wasn't as thrilled about her sandwich. Sandwiches don't come with any side. When doing some online research about the place before arriving I saw numerous folks comment to make sure to get the onion rings. So we did. We slit the rings. They were good, not amazing as some past reviews made them out to be. The serving size wasn't large for the price. The place has an old school vibe inside. The service was decent. I'd say it's a 3.5 rating from me.

Buffalo Chicken (Gluten Free) Wrap and Tater Tots
Larissa K.

If you're looking for a local, cozy spot, this is your place! With a menu of interesting wraps (including a gluten free wrap!) with flavorful options to delight the picky to the tricky to please plus a list of interesting apps. Our server was kind and thoughtful - and everyone seemed to know everybody here! A community vibe you have to see to understand. I'm excited to return and try the stuffed grape leaves...!

Burger on a bed of lettuce, onion, tomato, & pickle with french fries
Ashlyn P.

This was my first time trying Modern Cafe and I LOVED it! It was a super yummy burger and I loved the fries as well! It was ready within 15 mins and super quick to pickup. It was also my first time going inside the restaurant and I thought it's a cute decent sized bar! Much bigger than I thought honestly. I loved it and will definitely order again!

Greek Dog
Lauren T.

I can't believe I've never left a review for Modern Cafe, but I finally took a photo of my food so here we are. I've been going to modern for years now as a neighborhood resident. It's a great classic dive bar if you just want some drinks and a good time, but it's also an excellent choice for a casual lunch or dinner. Some of my favorites include: the Mediterranean dip, gyro salad, turkey Rachel, and their fabulous crinkle fries. They recently added hotdogs to the menu and they are to die for. I just tried the Greek dog which features Greek chili, mustard and onion. Modern cafe also has a great happy hour each day and some specials during the week. My favorite is 1/2 off bottles of wine on wine Wednesday. You can't beat it.

Spicy Sicilian
Spencer S.

Ordered a spicy Sicilian for takeout during covid. The wait was only 10 minutes, which was great because we were out walking the neighborhood. I'm a sucker for Italian meats and spicy peppers. (Though I don't enjoy a ton of heat, and this was not so spicy that it was unenjoyable by any means). The sandwich was grilled to perfection, juicy, flavorful and delicious. The establishment was clean and they did their best to gingerly hand the food as well as my credit card back with as little touching as possible. I'd love to come back and try more sandwiches sometime. They all look very good!

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Burgers! Lots of variety but I always go with the basic cheese burger. Thick and juicy, and piping hot fries. Don't pas it up!

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Service was very bad. Had to wait over 1/2 hour for meal and then not everyone got served at the same time. Food was ok but not great.

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Great service. Food exceptional. Highly recommend. Owner Dean and daughter Constance are great.

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Clean cafe with warm and friendly staff. Unfortunately, the grilled cheese (cheddar) was dripping in grease and made me sick to my stomach.

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Ask the Community - Modern Cafe

Are major European league soccer games ever shown here? We're specifically looking for a bar that's showing the Champions League final game.

Our bartender is always has soccer on during his shift so it shouldn’t be a problem!

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LOVED our dinner at this place…read more We came here for dinner while visiting Pittsburgh. The first thing that struck me was the interior decor. Very industrial and moody with an open kitchen/preparation area that adds some intrigue. I do like to see the happenings of what's going on as someone with zero attention span. Service was excellent. George was fantastic. He kept a close eye on us without being overbearing. He anticipated what we might need so we didn't spend one second waiting to order anything. The menu is not endless or overwhelming which, presumably, allows them to focus on the items that are listed. I have decision panic so it was kinda nice to have less things to choose from. They asked if there were any allergies or dietary restrictions so I mentioned my vegetarianism. George went through the menu and pointed out the vegetarian options including what seems like it is vegetarian but isn't. They had TWO vegetarian entree options and fortunately the non-mushroom one was something I probably would have ordered anyway: pesto with walnuts, arugula, and a very generous amount of grated cheese. To start, I ordered the Brussels sprouts whichc I was warned had fish sauce. This was fine but nothing that blew me away. GF, on the other hand, loved this. GF ordered the wedge which was brought to our attention as vegetarian with the bacon on the side, which was her request. We ended up sharing both, a large part of that was because hers came out first and I couldn't wait but I'm so glad because the wege was FANTASTIC. The dressing? holy fuck pure ecastasy. The wedge was more like a filet shape which was much easier to eat. Who decided on the wedge shape anyway? The lettuce was so fresh and crisp and went wonderfully with that orgasmic dressing and breadcrumbs. Back to my pasta. Also delectable. Noodles were al dente. The sauce was creamy and packed that pesto umami flavor. The walnuts were a really nice contrast in texture. Everything about it absolutely fucking slapped. GF ordered the mushroom entree which came served on a bed of barley which, don't mind if I do, had a few forkfuls to "sample" for "my review". Again, so fucking good. Because it was my birthday, George provided a dessert (yuzu maybe?) that was served inside a meringue-esque igloo, creamy perfect balance of sweet and tart custard with some berry business underneath. Wonderful. I almost forgot their spectacular cocktails! Holy shit, literally they have a CORN CHIP cocktail that I could not pass up. It comes with two massive cornchips on top of a flavored foam. When you bring the glass up to sip, the cornchips are right in front of your nose and their aroma sets the stage for the drink which was STRONG. It wasn't as corn chip forward as I expected but I understand that flavor is probaly hard to create. For my second drink, I ordered the blue one which was refreshing, light, and really good. GF ordered a spritz which was gorgeous "it was good". For second round, I picked out some uranium thing that was very cucumbery, GF says, "it was good". I just read it outloud to her. "it's true!" Fantastic meal at a great place.

Decor was impeccable, service was top notch, and the food was solid. Wasn't the biggest fan of the…read moreseasoning of the half chicken, but the cook on the chicken was perfect. Really liked this spot. The staff was great, the location was central, and its very upper crust. Great place for date night, drinks, and fellowship. I definitely will need to try another dish on my next visit.

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One of the most authentic old school Pittsburgh natives and Steelers bars on the strip! The drinks…read moreare cheap, strong....and the bar is full of good vibes and great people. Not to mention, they offer semi-strong long islands for $4 all day, It's sort of a premixed concoction that's just okay in my opinion. Nothing to rave about...but enough to lure you in for price and continue to get you in for more libation. lol Lefty's is a nice and fun hangout spot for friends for sure.and a great way to get into the mix of Pittsburgh natives (people from the surrounding area). The bar is a pretty narrow space and gets packed pretty quickly, but it is a great space to watch sports and chat with people. There is not a lot of seating space as the space is relatively small, but it is still comfortable while standing. Although crowded, the bartenders are quick and efficient with drink orders. If only they sold food, this spot would be perfect. However, there are several shops and restaurants along the strip to grab a bite to eat. In all, cool little dive bar in the heart of the Strip District of Pittsburgh. Also a great vibe and place to meet up with friends for a few drinks or a pit stop while site seeing the downtown area. Stop by, get in and fit into the vibe of this place. It's fun and good times.

Found this place during the NFL draft! Dive bar, good drinks and very economical. Service is cool…read more After a certain time they card and do a safety check. Thursday was a mixed crowd, good music, and you can order food near by and bring it in. Friday evening, came the regulars. Which means those who don't prefer out of towners. So I'm good on Lefty's on Friday night. I need good energy around me always. TV's with the games, upstairs and downstairs seating area. Small patio. If you go, go early, when the old heads are there.

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