Ah, Square Cafe draws a steady brunch crowd for very good reason. It's in a great neighborhood and has a solid brunchy menu. I am especially fond of its unique share-ish mugs and patio seating. However, in the handful of times that I've been, the only thing that's made me crave more are their lemon ricotta pancakes, whereas everything else has been under-salted and thus under-whelming. I'd give them another chance, but probably only if I was really craving the aforementioned pancakes. It's too hit or miss and there are too many other reliable options in my immediate vicinity. read more

Jumping local breakfast joint, and one of the very few places in Pittsburgh to get a vegan breakfast. I ordered the the vegan pancakes, with fig compote, which were great. What was disappointing was that there were only 2 vegan mains on the menu (quite a few more were vegetarian). I also got a side of fruit, which was OK, although the grapes might have been a little moldy. The coffee was great though. Gf's breakfast burrito (not vegan) apparently was pretty bland, and because of the limited options, I can't give it 5 stars. Still, for vegans, this is still one of the best places to go. Just go early, since it's very busy. read more

Square Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Absolutely love this place for brunch! It's busy whenever I go but I have never waited for more than 10 minutes! The menu is VERY big and has great vegan, vegetarian, and non-veg brunch options that are SO delicious!! One would never guess some of the dishes are vegan! Especially the peanut buttter pancakes and the bbq jackfruit sandwich. HIGHLY recommend this spot for anyone looking for classic, affordable, cute brunch place that feels so homey! read more

First time at Square Cafe was today for brunch. Couldn't have selected a better place. Started off with the Moroccan mint tea which was fantastic! It took me a good 15 min to narrow down my menu selection. I just couldn't decide which yummy dish to try. I end up getting the Square breakfast with a side of French toast. The French Toast so was so fresh, light an fluffy! The bacon an potatoes were perfectly cooked. I can't wait to go back! Awesome food, great service, super friendly staff! read more

Square Cafe - Can't wait to go back - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Been here a handful of times, hands down my favorite brunch spot in the burgh. The Food: It's the perfect mix of greasy spoon meets health nut. Everything uses simple but flavorful ingredients, with chocolaty to salty to savory. The Tot Stuff is my favorite meal! The chorizo is also delicious. They also offer a wide selection of specialty drinks from lattes to milkshakes. The Staff: No nonsense, quick, and they aim to please. They always offer a coffee to go! Thy also let their staff practice a bit of autonomy in their dress/jewelry, which adds to the vibe. The Ambience: Has the feel of a artsy, breakfast dinner. The art in the walls is done by local artists and most is for sale! They also serve coffee out of really cool handmade coffee cups. read more

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In between doctors appointments and needed a brunch. Great decision to go here. I had Brussel sprout hash. Delicious. Husband had the chorizo hash...also great. Fast service, great casual environment. Will be returning. read more

This place was recommended to me so I checked it out. You see the large line to get in and think it must be great food however that wasn't the case. Rather unremarkable in any way and certainly not worth the wait. IMO equal to superior dining can be had anywhere in PGH...with no wait. Definitely not going to be a repeat customer read more

We ordered the latke lox benedict, ranchero scramble, and the Chocolate chip protein pancakes. The best was the latke lox benedict, it was absolutely delicious. The pancakes and the scramble were good but not particularly special. We also ordered the oh snap! latte and the matcha peacha smoothie. The smoothie was very flavorful but very thick and leaves a dryish aftertaste. The latte was excellent. Not too sweet with a nice hint of nutmeg and gingerbread. Environment and ambiance was cute and quite busy. Would come here again! read more

Square Cafe - Latke lox benedict, ranchero scramble, chocolate chip protein pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This place is one of my favorite brunch spots in the city! They have a bunch of vegetarian and gluten free options to choice from. I always get their Brussel sprout hash that has bacon and cheese grits. Their pancakes are also really good. read more

Square Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Hopefully I can re-review this review another time. I arrived for a late breakfast with my son, we sat outside, coffee and OJ arrived quickly. So, I thought good start right? Well, I was wrong. His meal came out just as quick and so did mines. However, his was cooked and mines not at all. I ordered the Pumpkin pancake, and it was RAW! I waited nearly 10 minutes for a wait staff, and eventually went to seek one on my own to let them know. They were truly kind about the matter, and quickly brought out a new one. Unfortunately that too was raw, pasty and flat. I didn't even bother putting it in my mouth. I showed the waiter, he too agreed that it was raw, apologized and took the $4 off my bill. Unfortunately that was it , so I left with a stomach filled with only coffee and a $17 and change tab to pay for waiting 30 minutes for a meal I could eat. read more

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Square cafe is such a great place. I always order the veggie omelet with no tomatoes, but there are plenty of options

Square Cafe was INCREDIBLE & SUPER ACCOMMODATING to our large party! My entire family was in town for my cousin's college graduation, & we were wanting to find a local brunch spot. Since we had a party of 14 & Square Cafe is a little small, the host and I figured splitting the group in half would be the best idea. It ended up working out perfectly because the entire party didn't show up right away, and the host was so kind enough to reserve a table next to our table despite the Cafe being busy and crowded! In the end, the entire family was able to enjoy brunch together!! I wish I had taken pictures of our food because everything was amazing! I got the Brussels sprouts hash, & I would definitely order that again! My family was raving about the burgers, & the salmon omelette! Not to mention their coffee & breakfast food was delicious as well :) We had the best server, Steven, who was super friendly and patient with our family. He even gave us some of his chalk calendars that he made as a little souvenir! Go check them out if you're in the area!! read more

Great Breakfast & Lunch place and being allergy friendly. Very good GF pancakes. Serves was very good. Place to stop while in Pittsburg area. read more

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The best brunch spot in Pittsburgh - period. Can it be uncomfortably tight inside and sometimes more expensive than your typical brunch? Yep. But it's always worth it for the service and quality of food that you get at the Square cafe. I wish I could give some recommendations or favorites, but I've never had a meal that was any less-good than the last. Get anything on the menu, and you won't be disappointed! read more

The Square Cafe is my go to when family and friends are in town. It has something for everyone, and the atmosphere is second to none. My family includes a vegan, someone with Celiac, and two omnivores who live for the diner scene. The Square Cafe has a diner feel with culinary options to suit anyone, especially people with allergies. I personally love ordering a vegan version of the veggie omelet. Instead of eggs, I get tofu and dry toast with jam. There are also demarcations for gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan menu items. The chorizo bowl is also a fan favorite. Not into breakfast/brunch? There are some great lunch items on the menu for vegans as well including the house made grain burger with lemon tahini sauce. The bottomless coffee comes in Square mugs (yes, I own one) and you are "entitled" to a to go cup of coffee! They also have dairy free creamers that make that coffee so much sweeter! I also love the gender neutral restrooms, great t-Shirts and stickers, and incredible wait staff. This place will definitely be a family favorite for a long time to come! read more

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I've wanted to try this place for so long but was never able to catch it open during its operating hours (7am-3pm). I FINALLY got to go today and it was an amazing 10/10 experience. Allison was my server and they were fantastic. They recommended the Toasted Almond cocktail along with the Southwestern Veggie Omelet special and I am so happy that I took the recommendation. The cocktail was so good and it was one of the best omelets I've ever had. The chipotle sour cream was *chefs kiss* and really pulled everything together (shoutout to Matt). All of the other staff members were incredibly kind and I can't wait to dine here again! read more

The food always tastes fresh and there's always something new on the menu to try (i had a Brussels sprout breakfast hash that was phenomenal). Plus having a son who is allergic to basic breakfast staples (eggs, bananas, soy, dairy), it's nice to go to a restaurant with multiple vegan options that are kid friendly (my 14 month old ate vegan pancakes, sausage, & a fruit cup). Parking is always hit or miss since it's street parking, but we lucked up this time and got a spot directly in front. The restaurant is very family friendly with CLEAN high chairs available for smaller children. The staff is always very friendly and accommodating. One of my favorite sports to eat breakfast. read more

This place is very cute and has a nice diner vibe to it! My friend got the chicken pesto wrap and I got the breakfast burrito. Both very good dishes. The fries that came with the chicken pesto wrap were awesome--light, crispy, and full of flavor! My breakfast burrito was also great; it could've used a little more salt but other than that it was great! read more

Square Cafe - Top: chicken pesto wrap, bottom: breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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It's been ages since I have been to Square Cafe...when I say ages - I mean years. But I had a surprise Friday off - so it was a perfect day to meet a friend for a scrumptious breakfast. We were looking for a place close to both of us that wasn't a chain - I finally remembered Square Cafe and was so glad I did! While it was a Friday at breakfast time (8:30a) we were easily able to get an inside table. Unfortunately it was a little too chilly to take advantage of the outside tables. But I very much look forward to taking advantage of them soon! Our waitress was awesome, the food was amazing. The best part - they didn't mind that we sat there for a bit longer to chat. My friend got a coffee - they even offered her a cup of it to go! Anyways - get to Square Cafe. It is SO good, so fun, and so worth it. read more

Went for the first time this weekend after hearing good things about Square Cafe. I was really happy to see vegetarian protein options on the menu, so right off the bat I was impressed. My breakfast was nothing special but I just got the "square breakfast" which was the standard eggs, protein, potatoes, and toast. I have to say the best part was getting ciabatta toast which diners never have. My boyfriend was really impressed by the brioche French toast. If I come back I'll definitely try the French toast or some pancakes because they looked fantastic! Also, very friendly service and the to go coffee included with a coffee order was great - every place should have that! read more

Great find for us on our first visit to Pittsburgh. Very kind staff and clean environment. The food was great we had the Brussels sprout bowl and protein pancakes. Looking forward to going back before we head home. read more

Came to the Square Cafe for brunch on the weekend, so the wait was a decent amount of time - but well worth it for the food. The cafe was packed so we all crammed into a booth, but the interior is super cute and colorful. I got the garden bowl, which was absolutely AMAZING. It was packed with flavors and definitely "hit the spot" in a way that left you feeling satisfied but not overly full. The service itself was a little rushed, but that's understandable since it was so busy. Would come back anytime for the food. read more

Square Cafe - Garden bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I wanted to like this place, staff was really great. Unfortunately the food wasn't and really over priced. You can tell they try very hard to be different, unfortunately that hurts them more. I will try them again maybe for lunch but breakfast was a let down. I got scrambled eggs since they didn't have regular white bread for dipping, and they had a strange texture part dry like they were over done while other parts were runny.. I dry heave just thinking about it. Bacon not cooked very well the fat squishy and I opted for a pancake instead of home fries also just mediocre. I hate to be so harsh but that was my experience with the food the most upsetting part was for this "meal" I paid $10 bucks. Hubby did like his $12 dollar breakfast burrito, his only complant was that the actual burrito was bigger than items inside of it. It is also one of thoose places that krams you in like sardines. When we got there they were pretty busy so I was excited about how great it would be sadly it was just disappointing and honestly makes me not even want to try them again if you can't even get breakfast right... read more

Square Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The food was really good, a little bit on the expensive side bur the vibes were really nice. Their mexicocia was especially worth it!

Went here on a weekday for a late brunch. The menu Has a list of options including veg options which was awesome. The server couldn't have been friendlier. They have a box of toys by the entrance so there was plenty of distractions for my daughter to play with so that I could actually enjoy my food. Food was great, priced right and I will definitely be returning! read more

Ambience and vibe are great. Been here twice recently and both times it took them a solid 20mins to bring my buddy's latte. Their potatoes are not cooked on the griddle but rather come as little cubes out of the fryer. read more

Best hot chocolate I've ever had and the chicken sausage hash was sooo good!

Disappointed... Frequented Square Cafe since the Regent Square days and have never had a bad experience, however the last few visits (as recently as today) have me concerned. The Corned Beef Hash is one of my go-to's but it seems as though not as much attention to detail is being paid these days, just not as cohesive as it used to be. I'm sure they haven't been spared from labor shortages that are effecting most restaurants, so hopeful that they'll get back to form. read more

First time trying this place. Told us it would be a 30min wait and ended up waiting an hour and 30 minutes. The manager said they would comp our first drinks for the wait but once we got the check they were still on there. The waitress went to fix it and they only comp 2 drinks but there were 4 of us? They couldn't even split the bill for us when there were only 4 of us. Personally I think they should tell you as soon as they seat you that they will not split the bill. It's a big added inconvenience. Waitress was amazing and the food was ok. Don't think I would return. read more

I went to this place for the first time for my birthday! It was so good! Everything was enjoyable. I had the Nutella and banana crepes, meat mania scrambler, and coffee! It was all very good! It was the best birthday breakfast to turn 24 too. I enjoyed the service and everything came out in a good amount of time. I also like the colorful decorations! It feels playful to eat there but not like a kid's place because the food is not just simple and basic. Thanks for the experience! I enjoyed myself! :) read more

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Such a cute and fun cafe in Pittsburgh! The menu was awesome and had a ton of vegetarian options! They also have a great coffee drink menu. The place is on the smaller side so more than likely you will have to wait for a table but, probably no more than 20-30 minutes. read more

Any pancake at Square Cafe is a good pick! My go-to brunch place in East Lib and very spacious so waits are never too long!

I have been here twice, and have not been disappointed yet. The service has been prompt and friendly. They have a huge selection of tea and coffee drinks. Their menu is amazing. They have a huge selection of savory and sweet breakfast items. I got the lemon ricotta pancakes the first time, and they were fluffy and flavorful. Then I got the breakfast sandwich the second time which was really good too. This has quickly become one of my favorite breakfast places in Pittsburgh. read more

Square cafe is where it's at in the weekends! If you are looking for a place that has a great variety of food choices and amazing coffee, this is the place to go. The menu is vast and has options to satisfy many food restrictions, both for breakfast and lunch. They offer vegetarian options as well as carnivore options. One of my favorite dishes is the French toast with the vegan compote. Tofu scramble is a really close second. Chocked full of earthy veggies and delicious flavors, it won't disappoint. The venue itself is on the smaller side. During the warmer months, tables are set up outside and the available seating expands by close to double. In the winter, it can be tough to get a table inside. There is typically a wait but it's definitely worth it. The seating is a bit cramped, which is the only reason it doesn't get a full five stars. Parking can also be challenging in Regent Square, and side streets are your bet option. If you're looking for a new place to try, I highly recommend! read more

I never write Yelp reviews, but this place is bad enough to deserve a warning. $40 for two breakfast sandwiches (that didn't even have cheese on them) and two coffees. The biscuits managed to be both dry and greasy at the same time. Highly recommend going anywhere else. read more

I miss them in Regent Square, but am looking forward to visiting in East Liberty after coronavirus calms down.

I've been going here every weekend for years. It's always a quality product, and the service is always very friendly. My only issue with them is if they consistently take my favorite things off the menu. I don't know if that is the same for everyone, but it is a little bit frustrating at times. read more

Last weekend my boyfriend and I were craving breakfast and we found this place! I live 10 minutes away and constantly pass by so I'm so excited that I stopped in because my life was changed. Our orders were cooked to perfect, we both ordered egg sammies and they were delicious with two cold brews! It was so good that we came back the next day for Sunday brunch thank you so much for this amazing local place read more

I went here for lunch with my sister. I have been wanting to go here since they offer vegan options. It's a quirky and young cafe. I first ordered the johnny cakes with bananas and chocolate chips. On the menu they were marked as vegan, so I was excited. When it came out my sister noticed a slab of butter on the plate, so I took it back. It turns out that they're not vegan and the menu was misprinted. They didn't even know, and I had to show them. I also think the menus were their new fall menus as well. But they were nice about it, and I got the actual vegan fig pancakes instead. It was an inconvenience and they need to fix it. I also wish they had more vegan possible options on the menu. My sister ordered the crab crepes without a problem. Both of our meals were still good, they just new to fix their vegan/vegetarian items on their menu. read more

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A solid breakfast spot in regent square. Their menu is big and they have a wide variety of things to choose from. I appreciate their inventive and delicious items, one of my favorites is their Brussel sprout and bacon over cheesy grits bowl. Mm mmm! They have different specials every time and there is always a wait it seems. Their waitlist is kept by hand by the host so you have to show up to get on it. But worth the wait! In the warm months their outdoor patio is great to dine on as well. read more