Simone's

Reese rocks!!!!!!! She was a great server. Enjoyed the outdoor patio!!!!!!…read more Great food!!!!!!!

Stopped in and tried a few things. The avocado toast was good--served on more of a hoagie-style bun…read morewhich felt a little unusual for avocado toast, but it still tasted good. The eggs were the standout for me, especially with the white cheddar cheese... really delicious. The Thai shrimp salad had good flavor, but it only came with four pieces of shrimp, which felt a little light for being a shrimp salad . Overall the food was tasty, just a couple small things that stood out.

Espresso Martini Flight and Old Fashion

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The outside

Sparkie’s Breakfast

4.5(31 reviews)

1.0 mi

I just happened to be driving through Dormont and the front sign caught my eye while I was sitting…read moreat a red light, Sparkie's Breakfast. I turned around to give the spot a try. The y have a good-sized patio where you enter and even though it's on West Liberty, the patio has a nice awning by and gives it a more private feel. Inside it has a rustic theme with the wooden chairs and set up but it is very cute. Lesa greeted me right when I walked in and showed me to a table. She had a little small talk with me and made me feel very welcomed. The food was delicious! I love to find a new breakfast diner and this one hits the spot. They also have brunch-type alcoholic drink options as well. I definitely will be back.

Oh Yum!!! Cutest little breakfast spot in Dormont. My family and I stopped here after mass on a…read moreSunday. It's first come first serve so luckily my brother n law went earlier and saved 8 spots! Service was great ( Lisa I think)? She as busy but was super accommodating and knew her speciality drinks very well! The place is small and had a unique diner meets cabin look to it. Please refer to the photos for food, I made sure to take a photo of everyone's ! Veggie scrambler Hunger buster Chorizo burrito Spinach and feta omelet Original breakfast Kids French toast I also ordered an Irish coffee - delicious !

Outdoor seating

ORIGINAL BREAKFAST

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Business Front

Lemonhead's Brightwood Grille

3.6(20 reviews)

3.8 mi

liz is new poached egg queen!! Come and get you some!…read more Poached just right with hot sausge and Texas toast.

I haven't been here in 9 years and quite frankly not much has changed. Inside it's rather dingee…read morewith a upright pop cooler rusted out and dirty taking up space. The odor from the bar which is smoking or was at minimum is still prevalent in the dining area. The food was 7 out of 10 but the meals were scattered. It was nice to get a pot of coffee to keep our cups full. The service was basic & low key is the best explanation I guess. Nothing about this place lit the world on fire.

Bacon & Swiss omelet

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OTB Bicycle Cafe at Hastings

4.1(324 reviews)

5.1 mi

First-Timer w online waitlist ( recommended). Very Busy Sunday around 1:30-2:00 pm…read more Little bit of wait for initial contact from server, but then all good! Bloody Mary w house mix pretty tasty, w nice garnishes for $9. Breakfast foods were yummy - another slice of Mediterranean multigrain toast would have been nice ( a single small slice not quite enough ) HUGE place w tons of indoor and outdoor seating. Got a back corner table so a little less LOUD than rest of restaurant. Nice big bar w lots of selections. Will definitely return to try lunch or dinner menu items

Always good food, and great environment, serving staff friendly & helpful!…read more Nice "go-to" choice.

Indoor bar area

Chimichurri Steak Bowl

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Accidentally ordered Opici Sparkling Cuvée in my flight.

Bistro 19

4.2(275 reviews)

0.1 mi

One of the best experiences in Pgh. Perfect for date nights or get-togethers. Elevated upscale &…read moredressy. It was refreshing to see customers decked out instead of the usual pgh hoodies/sweats. In Mt. Lebo, we visited for Pittsburgh Restaurant Week ((summer 2026)) to try out their prix fixe menu and was not disappointed. You have the option to add on wine pairing for an additional charge. Started off the experience w/ warmed bread & whipped honey/chive butter that they bring for the table. Mellow & light. It was good. But to me, the bread crust was a bit too hard. Drinks menu displayed a varied range of crafted cocktails, beer, carefully selected wine & NA drinks. Husband had the Brown Sugar Peach Bourbon Mule- oh so good-- the peach puree offset the bourbon and it was ah-mazing! I had a cosmo- balanced & not too tart- I absolutely loved it! For dinner, husband ordered the Almond Chicken on Parmesan risotto & sauteed spinach. Seriously goood! The chicken was breaded then roasted w/ some flavoring & almond slices -- accompanied by a brie cream sauce, risotto & spinach. The brie cream sauce & parm risotto didn't feel like cheese overload ((thank goodness)), it was the right amount of sauce : cheese ratio. A must order dish. Prix Fixe Starter was Steak Tacos 2/order. Char siu marinated skirt steak w/avo-corn salsa, feta was unbelievably refreshing & light and the steak was tender. Really, really good!! Entree was Pork Medallions ((2)) on a bed of crispy poblano polenta w/ a side of sunchokes on a hazelnut watercress pesto; a blueberry maple glaze topping off the entire dish. One of the best entrees I've had the pleasure of enjoying. The pork was super tender & moist-- each bite was Umami to me. I asked the waitress if the chef was thinkin of making this a regular menu item and hopefully they would. Husb thought it was delish too. He ofc had to have a "few" bites to taste lol! Dessert was a Cremeux- a mousse/pudding like dessert so so sooooo good! It had crushed almond streusel & dulce de leche de coco sauce. Husb found it too sweet, but I cherished it. This entire meal & experience was magnificent for the both of us. Most def comin back again & again! Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Food: 5/5

Best mediterranean platter around! they make their hummus and baba ghanoush fresh in-house. How are…read moreyou?

Restaurant Week 2026: Pork Medallion entree on fried poblano polenta. Very moist & juicy. One of the best meals.

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Smokey old fashioned

Trolley Barn Eatery

4.4(62 reviews)

1.9 mi

Great food great atmosphere. The staff is very accommodating and kind. Food was fresh. I ordered…read morethe wedding soup & a chicken salad sandwich. Nothing left on my plate.

Our usual go to breakfast chain has been so disappointing recently so we decided to give Trolley…read moreBarn a try and were pleasantly surprised. We weren't quite sure about the ordering at the register process. The menu offerings are on a chalkboard behind the register and the waitress was patient with us as we looked over everything. I ordered pancakes with bacon and coffee. The pancakes were just what you'd want when you think of pancakes. Good size, fluffy, and tasty. The three strips of bacon were cooked right, slightly crispy with a little chewy bite. The coffee was hot and kept hot with a frequent topper. Trolley Barn is exactly what you'd expect from a neighborhood place, everyone seemed to be regulars, and the decorating is very much a taste of a bygone era in a good way. Not really a diner, but definitely a casual place to get some good food. Staff was friendly, and my husband and I have definitely added Trolley Barn to our list of good places to get breakfast.

Simple, but good three pancakes and bacon.

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Chocolate chip waffles

The Yard

3.6(164 reviews)

1.7 mi

We stopped in on a Saturday for a late lunch. No wait to be seated…read more We started with the pub pretzels along with a beam me up and aloha Felicia to drink. I ended up swapping to a Fat Heads Bumble Berry as the beam me up was too sweet for me. I ordered the Smack and it was very filling, had to get a to go box for the other half. Everything else came out great as well. If you got a hankering for some grilled cheeses, this is the place to be!

After a recent visit here - my 7 yr old niece loudly proclaimed: "The Yard was a bust."…read more And unfortunately she was right. We came here with my three young nieces. From the moment we stepped inside - my brother warned me that this spot is usually understaffed - so we may need to wait a little for a table. No worries. We got comfortable at their low seated waiting couches. I personally could have easily stayed there for the whole duration - and I think my nieces could have as well. We brought out some of their art supplies and they quickly began their masterpieces. About 15-20 minutes later - a staff member said our table was ready. We made our way over to our hightop table - which conveniently also had an elevated booth set-up. It was a nice set-up for young kids, especially ones intent on finishing homemade cards. The Yard even had some crayons and playful coloring placemats for kids to draw on. Score! My brother placed an order for some pretzel sticks, some orders of tomato soup and some grilled cheeses. My nieces had huge grins on their faces as they imagined their upcoming meals. After about 25 minutes or so after our order was taken, - the pretzels came out. They looked and smelled fantastic. They were great for holding over my nieces' growing appetites. My nieces enjoyed them thoroughly. That's when things stalled. We waited for over an hour with no additional food coming out. I noticed that there was another family beside our table with a young baby - that had also been waiting a long time. I could see the concerned looks on their faces - as their table grew restless and hungry. You could tell that they were eager to eat, go home and put their baby to bed. My nieces began to to get antsy and began to whine about how hungry they were. My brother said that we would wait about 15 minutes more and if we had no update or food - we'd ask about the status of it. And so we waited. No one came over to us - so I went to the bar - and asked about the status of the food - explaining that we had three younger children with us, that were beginning to get hangry. The bartender said that one of their chefs had gone home sick earlier in the day - and that they were short-staffed in the kitchen. She said that she would check on our order and let us know its status. She never came back over to us. We waited for about 20 minutes longer. Nobody came over. I totally understand how things can get busy, how places can be understaffed, and that things come up - but I think that The Yard could have handled the situation more proactively. They should have let us know from the very beginning that they were understaffed and that there would be a wait for food. We likely would have gone elsewhere. Since my nieces had to be back home promptly for bed - we ended up paying for the pretzels and my nieces' drinks - and left. My brother explained the situation to their staff before we departed. From my time here - I believe The Yard would be a solid spot for a family friendly meal - but only when they're well staffed. If you come here hungry - I'd recommend confirming with the staff - before you are seated - how long the estimated wait for your table and your food may be. Trust.

Steak Salad (sub. Tots on side) ... Runny Egg was unexpected ...(server said it would be hard boiled) . . .

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Gather Restaurant Pittsburgh

3.4(13 reviews)

2.5 mi

Restaurant is inside the Crowne Plaza Suites Hotel. This…read moreparticular night only one server was on duty as server and also bartending. There were quite a few patrons but she handled it beautifully. The menu had several options from salads, small plates, and entrees. I opted for an Asian salad with shrimp and was happy with my choice. I also had a glass of Reisling. I thought all the menu prices were reasonable.

Conveniently located in the main lobby of Crowne Plaza, Gather restaurant is a stylish, cozy, laid…read moreback vibe. With a fireplace and beautifully decorated seating and bar area, the menu has surprisingly eloquently selected items. The bartender, Connie, is the epitome of mixology mastery. She knows the menu inside and out, and can recommend the perfect drink to suit any mood or occasion. Recommended 10/10

Numerous Tables/Chairs

Art beside pool area

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Chardonnay & Beer

The Fresh Fork Cafe

4.5(40 reviews)

4.9 mi

We visited a couple times when they first opened. Neither the hash browns or Leinase potato hit the…read moremark. Last Saturday our out of town relatives picked this place based on the online reviews. It was rather disappointing. They were super busy with both eat-in and takeout orders. We waited half an hour or more for our food. Their egg Benedicts are definitely not what you expected: eggs overcooked with bland thin bright orange color sauce on the side. Not sure why they are so highly rated.

This is a small but really good spot to eat. Food was really good, as was the service at a…read morereasonable price. Have had several breakfasts and was always satisfied.

Counter & table

The little bethel breakfast

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Dining room

Waffles INCaffeinated - Upper St. Clair

3.5(37 reviews)

4.0 mi

I was super excited to try out this place. Mt boyfriend goes to the one in Wexford and he said its…read morealways good. So I had high expectations. I started off with a SF Caramel Latte which was really good. And then we ordered our food. It took almost an hour for our food to come out. I got half of a waffle plain (GF) which is a nice option to have and my boyfriend got the Megaberry (GF) and we both got eggs. He got over easy -they over cooked them and I got scrambled with American cheese- they were so salty I had to return them. I could even see the salt on the side of the plate.... When we got our waffles, mine was overcooked and super hard. Nothing to rave about. His was good though and cooked perfect. Im not sure because it was busy or if its always this way but I always am willing to give a place another shot. For the price point I did expect better but it wasn't terrible. The server was very friendly and the place is cute. Its way bigger in the inside. Hopefully next time it'll be better

It's good food, and a generally nice place, despite the slightly garish decor. However, the prices…read moreare a little insane considering what it is, waffles aren't rocket science- and as delicious as they were, it wasn't worth the $60 check (and that was just my fiancé and I, 2 meals and a side to share with drinks).

Things to do in Mount Lebanon

Very limited seating

Souther' Waffle - co-worker order this and enjoyed...may be next menu item I try

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H B.

7 years ago

I rarely write a bad review...that whole bit about nothing nice to say and all, but the food was exceptionally nasty. It wasn't busy when we went in so we were seated quickly and our server was good. To start, our silverware was disgusting and it seems like other people had similar misfortune here. My fork and knife had old crusty food on them. We got new silver and ordered. I will say the coffee is slightly better than diner average. I ordered a ham and cheese crepe. It had a few sad, greasy strands of shredded Kraft cheddar cheese and a single slice of deli ham that tasted kinda off. The crepe itself was drenched in oil and tasted microwaved. It was inedible. My husband had a bland, cold omlette with soggy flavorless potatoes. I don't see this place lasting honestly. read more

Tina K.

7 years ago

I just had their crab frittata YUM YUM YUM So good. It's a special usually on weekends. Crab, onions, tomatoes, asparagus, and goat cheese, SO GOOD!! Comes with their home fries. And of course coffee. Try it It's awesome read more

Vanessa F.

5 years ago

I ordered the traditional and it was delicious. I come here often and is never disappointed. Also their coffee is really good!

Mariana T.

123

4 years ago

so so so good. home fries are INSANE. definitely will be back! the vibe is also so cute

Mike D.

8 years ago

Perfect place for a great breakfast. They have some Greek options on the menu as well.

Marie F.

5 years ago

Amazing and I will be coming again!

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