We love the Tepache in Fox Chapel and were excited to try the location in Cranberry. So happy to…read morereport that it is just as delicious and fun as their sister location. The ambience was colorful and loud, and the service was great. Our server Fernando was so kind and lovely. He won my heart by bringing refills without us having to even ask for them, which is a big check in the plus column for me. He was also very sweet to my daughter, whose 1st birthday was the reason for our celebration dinner. All of the food was top tier as always. It was nice to have somewhere to go on a Monday when a lot of other places around are closed!

We really love Tepache service and food/drinks. There's usually a wait on weekends and we love to…read morewait at the huge bar with a delicious tepache (pineapple) or peppino (cucumber) margarita. We like the shrimp ceviche tower which has sliced shrimp, tomatoes, peppers, onions and tends to be sort of peppery on the palate. It comes with a crispy round tortilla that you can break into smaller pieces and load with your fork for a yummy bite! My entree was the shrimp enchiladas with red pepper sauce and I subbed out pinto beans for the cilantro rice and the other side that normally comes with it. The enchiladas were a little sweet with the red pepper sauce and sort of skimpy on shrimp. The beans were fantastic. This is a louder dining experience but not overly loud. Our server, Hernando, was great!

I went here with my friends before going to a show at The Benedum and it was a blast! I made a…read morereservation for 5:30 pm on a Friday and we got seated immediately. Our table had two servers assigned to us, which was interesting. I'll be honest, I was skeptical of the prices and that I would leave hungry, but I was proven wrong! I was extremely full, and we went during happy hour so we got one of those deals! Split between 3 people, the bill was pretty reasonable! We each got a personalized wine flight. I got a rosé, Riesling, and Pinot Grigio - the rosé was my fav! Everything else we ordered: -Whipped Sheep's cheese w/ truffle honey + chips -Jamón & Manchego Croquetas (happy hour deal) -Patatas Bravas (happy hour deal) -Mussels + homemade sausage -Albondigas aka spiced meatballs (happy hour deal) -Bacon wrapped dates -Potato tortilla -Spiced beef empanadas -Espresso martini -Chocolate cake Overall I really enjoyed everything! Hard to pick a favorite, but I'd say my least favorite thing was the bacon-wrapped dates (I just don't eat dates very much). I was a little disappointed in the size of the empanadas, I'm used to eating bigger ones from other restaurants, but they were still very tasty! The food came out fast and was super fresh! Our main server Becca was funny, relatable, and really made this such a fun experience! She also treated us to the sangria chug (not sure if that's the official name but that's what I'm calling it lol). The dim lighting and dark decor makes a perfect ambiance for a girls night or date night!

Barcelona Wine Bar is a nationwide chain with a location in downtown Pittsburgh…read more They've got over 400 wines as well as cocktails. Service for dinner and weekend brunch. I've only ever been for brunch and the offerings were delicious. We chose from an array of tapas that included olive oil pancakes, roasted carrots, gambas al ajillo, hummus, focaccia and more. I had a glass of Tierra Limpia (brut/sparkling) that was very good. The atmosphere is modern with European flair. Good service.

I came here with my boyfriend for Valentine's Day, and it was one of the best experiences we've…read moreever had in a restaurant. Our server, Rachel, was very kind and attentive, checking on us to make sure we enjoyed each dish and replacing plates and silverware a few times. The restaurant has a very romantic vibe with low lights, and simple beautiful decor. You can also see into the kitchen, and our table had a great view. It was very cool to be able to see all the food being prepared! Now the food.... Oh my goodness. Everything was absolutely incredible. We got a few of the snacks, small plates, and finished with dessert. My boyfriend and I kept trying to pick out which dish was our favorite, but it was almost impossible. Two of our highlights were the scallop crudo (my pick) and the oyster mushrooms (his pick), but we would definitely highly recommend everything that we ordered! I wish I could eat here every day. This place is awesome. It has become one of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh.

i'm glad I finally was able to get here. They did a great job for my gluten-free allergy of taking…read morethe menu and marking up what I could and what I couldn't eat and what could be modified. I'd love when they do this. It makes it so much simpler ordering from the menu. From the coach check to the bartender to the server that we had, the staff was unbelievable, super kind and gracious, and answered a ton of our questions And the food was simply amazing. In fact it was so good. I couldn't stop eating and forgot to take a picture. Everything we eat, we kept saying oh no that's my favorite. Oh no that's my favorite. Oh no, that's my favorite. We had the fried artichokes they were amazing., the Boquerones, Beef Tartare, and the smoked beef short rib. excellent meal and service and i cant wait to get there again.

La Gourmandine is always a solid choice, and our Thanksgiving order proved it again. We picked up a…read morepumpkin tarte and an apple tarte--each meant to serve about six--and both were delicious. The flavors were balanced, the pastry was buttery and delicate, and they looked as good as they tasted. The total came to $50.65, which feels pretty standard for a French bakery once you understand the baseline is a bit higher than your typical American dessert spot. For the quality, it's well worth it. Consistently great, reliably tasty, and perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to treat yourself. The staff is friendly. It's usually busy here and not conducive to eating inside.

I heard this was one of the famous bakeries I must check out in Pittsburgh. I got their pistachio…read moreeclair, ham and cheese croissant, and almond croissant -- all tasted wonderful and light. The croissants were great when you lightly air fry/toast them if you don't eat them right away. In Lawrenceville, it's a small location with a couple of outdoor seating but none inside. However, it is a chain so you might have one in your little area. My only thing is that the pistachio eclair is very sweet (so if you don't have a sweet tooth, maybe I'd go for another subtler dessert). I saw they have a deal where you can get a baguette, sandwich, and drink for $7. Good deal imo considering the quality of their bread, and it's a good excuse to buy a sweet treat with it!

Why haven't I been here yet? Probably because I'm pescatarian. But I wanted to for a while because…read moreI love that the original final is from NY like me. I went here today for brunch with my friend and we had the vegetarian empanadas. Wow. I think they were the most delicious ones I have ever had. That's saying a lot cuz I'm Latina. The dough was the perfect texture and you could taste the freshness. And the filler ingredients were a delicious balance of flavors. For lunch I had the Ensalada nicoise. I'm very picky about my tuna - I only buy tuna from Basque Country in Spain. The salad was absolute perfection. The tuna was incredible. Each ingredient was fresh and absolutely wonderful. The salad was a perfect voice for lunch. The service was wonderful. The space was beautiful. Can't wait to return.

Super expensive for the food they offer. I'm from Argentina and this food is not Argentinian style…read more The service was very good and attentive. The ambience was really nice. I liked the place. The only food similar to Argentina was the empanadas, but were really small for a $12.00 price point. The flan was really disappointing, they don't even put dulce de leche or cream on it, it tasted t like one bought at a supermarket, so dull and again $12.00 ?? The Milanese de pollo was really good but not close to Argentinian style, no fries no fried eggs included. My issue is that they use the Argentinian style label as a marketing tool and they are not even close. The price was ridiculously high for the experience.

Gaucho has some of the most flavorful meats in Pittsburgh. We started off with the Chori-Pollo…read moreempanadas- absolutely delicious! I had the Argentino salad adding the bondiola (pork shoulder) - the flavors burst in my mouth from this salad and the pork was sooo tender! My colleague had the carne sandwich with the Vacio steak - so much tender stacked meat he was in heaven lol.. of course the 4 chimmi's topped everything we ate.. Lastly, Our server/bartender Molly is fantastic! She's always in a great mood and is very knowledgeable with the cuisine! She really makes your time there enjoyable! Can't wait to go back for the rooftop patio/bar!

Stopped into Gauchos after a rain delay at a Pirates game and had a great experience. We were able…read moreto grab seats at the bar and get served right away, which was perfect given the circumstances. They had a Pirates game day special with a Miller Lite draft and a glizzy, which was a fun and easy option. I also ordered the carne sandwich with chimichurri sauce, and it was absolutely amazing--packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The side salad was fresh and really good, which was a nice addition. I also tried the Sandía y Tajín cocktail, and it was delicious--super refreshing with just the right kick. Overall, great food, quick service, and a perfect stop during the game delay. I'll definitely be back!

We were in the area and decided to order a family meal to go. I walked in, placed my order at the…read morebar, and asked for a water while I waited. It was brought out right away along with my bill. It was a Sunday afternoon between lunch and dinner, so it wasn't very busy. There were a few people sitting at the bar enjoying the afternoon. We decided to try the chicken tender family meal, which comes with a side -- we chose mac & cheese. The meal also includes warm bread and butter, a salad (you get your choice of three; we picked the BLT), and dessert. Unfortunately, we didn't receive the dessert, which is why I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5. That said, everything we did receive was delicious and fresh. The food was packaged very nicely, and it was a great value for the amount of food included. Overall, a very good experience and we would definitely order again!

We are fans of Firebirds. We've ate there a a lot, which means we've spent a lot of $ there…read more For the first time, we decided to try their carry-out, specifically curbside pickup. Our pickup time was 615P. I got there at 605P and called to let them know I arrived. I was told that my food was being packed up. They were busy (always are), so I was okay with a minor delay. I called in at 630P to check on my order. After, I walked in twice to check. I called in at 7P to check on my order (third time) and this time was told to hold as they actually checked. I was then told it would be with me in 10 minutes. At 715P, they brought out my order. My drive home is ~15 minutes. I get that food will lower in temp on any drive home. Our food was cold. Not even a bit warm. The onion rings felt as though they'd been sitting inside for a long time. And yes, I tipped significantly. We were very disappointed. While I can recommend dining inside, and we will likely do so again in the future (far future), I cannot recommend carry-out at all.

Food is unfortunately a major scam. The price does not match the quantity or quality received…read more First, they provide a small cup of guacamole for $14. While flavor is fine, it's the same size you can buy at Chipotle for $3. Then, the queso fundido is bad. The queso isn't really melted, the flavor is missing, and they don't give tortillas to eat it with, just tortilla chips. For $14, this is really bad. The chips and salsa is again bad. The chips are so stale which is disappointing. Don't get the fajitas. I got the "mix 3" and ordered chicken and shrimp. There were 5 pieces of shrimp and a few measly, dry pieces of chicken. At $22, fajitas should also come with tortillas. But again, no tortillas are provided. Quite disappointing. Churros are decent and the chocolate ice cream is actually tasty (definitely store bought). Avoid this restaurant if you don't want to be scammed and left disappointed in the entire experience.

I'm a sucker for Happy Hour specials. This place had some good deals. Come on Tuesday and they have…read morea whole Taco Tuesday menu. Alex, our waiter, is friendly and helpful. Appetizer: chips and salsa $4 during Happy Hour you choose two dips. We chose queso and green salsa. Good but both were mild. Next time we will try something with spice. Tacos: served on soft blue tortillas Chorizo & Chicken: very flavorful Chicken: my favorite with guacamole and kale. Happy Hour drinks: Tocayo Margarita $8 (delicious) Ranch Water $8 (Hubby liked this, not I) Loud, festive music playing overhead. Tables in the middle, booths along the walls. Pretty decor on the walls.

Fast and delicious…read more The tacos and creative and delicious. A perfect option for a quick snack or meal. The staff is helpful.

I've been wanting to try this place for quite a while. We went in the Saturday night of the Draft…read moreweekend. I was surprised that we walked right in and got immediately seated. We sat for a long time actually waiting for a server to come speak with us and get our drink order. So long, despite not being a full place, that I told my wife I wanted to get up and leave. I was very, very frustrated. I had been glancing at their menu on Yelp and saw some tacos that I wanted to try, unfortunately the restaurant cut their menu back to only five tacos to choose from. I'm guessing to simplify things for the Draft crowd that they anticipated coming. Our server finally came to take our drink order and after so long we knew what we wanted. The server wasn't exactly friendly or attentive. We started with street corn as an appetizer, it was awesome. My wife had the chicken tacos and didn't like them. She said they were mushy and had an off flavor that she didn't enjoy. I had the birria tacos. They were not bad, they didn't come with any sauce/juice as all the other birria tacos I've ever had typically come with. I have to say, I was disappointed in the menu being reduced and other than the street corn app., just wasn't impressed. The service was not good, my wife's taco were bad and my were okay. I'll not be rushing back unfortunately.

I feel like when I go to some Mexican restaurants they have a big pan of cooked chicken, pork, beef…read moreand shrimp that has been sitting there for hours and they use it for whatever you order...tacos, burritos, quesadillas, etc. When your food comes out in five minutes, that's a pretty good clue. This does not appear to be the case with El Marro. Everything appeared to be cooked to order. It was a nice change of pace. We had three different tacos and a burrito. Great value and delicious. I look forward to returning and trying some more of their dishes. Service was excellent.

I had a fabulous experience. The food was high quality and flavorful. The owner came to check on…read moreus after our meal. We want to try more things from the menu. We had a chicken burrito and fish tacos. Excellent! Also they are open until 10.