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Tessaro's

3.9 (587 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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1/2 Rack of beef ribs
Eddie M.

First time at Tessaro's and the biggest things that stood out was the service, especially Jim. It felt like we were on an episode of Cheers and we were regulars. Neighborhood bar vibes and food came out quick even though they were very busy. I haven't had beef ribs in a while and these did not disappoint! They are huge and come out quick so come hungry if you get a 1/2 rack. Im looking forward to trying their grilled wings the next time I go back, which will be very soon.

Marie F.

Another great dinner at Tessaro's, a true Bloomfield neighborhood icon. We usually grab seats at the bar or nearby, but this past Friday it was packed--no surprise--so we put our names in and waited. Eventually, we were led up the stairs, around the corner, then around another corner to a part of the restaurant I never even knew existed. After all these years, I had no idea there was a whole set of rooms tucked away in the back and to the side! As always, the food did not disappoint. The burgers are a solid 10. He had the Gourmet Kelly Burger--a fan favorite--and I went with Courtney's Chicken Sandwich, which is always a reliable winner. Between the hearty food, friendly service, and old-school charm, Tessaro's continues to stand out as one of Pittsburgh's classics. Solid food, solid service, and a slice of the city's history.

Ambiance at bar
Cookie S.

Ambiance is clean and appealing. There is no better service, esp at the bar. Food is killer. I'd give Tessaros 10 stars if I could. Easy drive from Children's Hospital. I can't say this loudly enough... YOU NEED TO EAT HERE!! Food was so good I forgot to take a pic!

William S.

First time at Tessaros since maybe 2010? Left absolutely satisfied by the quality of food/service/overall experience. When you step into a place that's been around for a while it can go one of two ways, and this place over delivered from my expectations, really delicious deli burger and excellent home fries. Really good experience!

Chicken Club Sandwich w/ Home Fries
Jeremy B.

2/13/25 Ate List: Chicken Club Sandwich - 6.3 Another true Pittsburgh institution for generations. The interior feels unchanged- in mostly the best ways. The food feels unchanged as well. Because of that, if you have a craving for something that feels "traditional" - this spot is worth the try. This time, I tried the Chicken Club Sandwich because I remember being let down by their "fan favorite" and fairly popular burger. The Chicken here had a bit of char to it. Very thick and tough too, especially for being on a sandwich. Home fries weren't great. This place is in desperate need of adding fries to the options for sides. Or Tots. A good place, wouldn't be a "first choice" for me even amongst the restaurants in it's vicinity, but something i could see being specifically in a mood for.

Michelle W.

In town visiting my brother. He recommended dinner here. I can see why. It's a nicely decorated restaurant with a friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive wait staff. Our server was such a nice guy. I wish I had gotten his name to give him a shout out. Most of us had a burger They were cooked just right. And they are huge! Our mom had chicken kabobs, which were also yummy. The menu has something for everyone. Two thumbs up!

Spinach salad
Lee S.

This came recommended from a friend who used to live in Pittsburgh as the place to try for our short trip to town. And it did not disappoint. The burgers are the speciality and the clear star of show. Our group tried a few different ones (breakfast, bbq), but the standpoint was the bacon & blue cheese. We opted for the "dry" - melted blue cheese chunks, but the regulars next to us later told us that it's even better with the "creamy" blue cheese dressing.

Bleu burger with cauliflower
Matt L.

Long considered by many to serve up the best burger in Pittsburgh, Tessaro's has been a favorite of mine for years, but I've never left a review. Smash burger joints have been popping up all over the 'burgh in recent years, and I do like that concept. But when I want a thick, juicy burger where I can really taste the meat, nobody does it better than Tessaro's. Theirs is a fat, jaw-straining patty (has to be at least 8 oz), and I'm amazed at how they nailed the medium temperature, considering its thickness. Not too pink, not too dark, just right. They don't serve fries, but the chunky home fries are awesome. My only (nitpicky) complaint is that you kind of need to tear the bun with your teeth when taking a bite, and the bun can get a bit destroyed in the process. It's a great choice of bread though - fresh, soft, and very tasty. Just make sure you bite all the way through it or things could get messy! It had been too long since last visiting this East End gem. I have to get back again soon.

Hamburger
Chardae J.

It's a great burger and I got my monies worth. I was skeptical because they don't serve fries in fact they don't even have a fryer. I asked about it and the waiter was very nice and promised that the potatoes were just as great and they weren't lying. The place is quite small but it's intimate and inviting. It's giving pub feel and you can smell the food while standing outside. The burger was everything that I wanted to be as they didn't overcook it or over season it. They allowed the quality beef be the star of the show.

kelly burger
Tim S.

First time here. Prime dinner time on Saturday, no reservations...no problem it is sneaky big. Stop here you won't regret it. Hand made burgers, good service, and solid menu. No fries is always a problem for me. Award winning burgers can compete anywhere, but no fries. Busy and loud.

Hamburger
Jennifer Á.

Good burger! I'm a very basic girl that just gets a hamburger, nothing fancy. But the taste/seasoning was perfect. Would have loved French fries instead of the home fries but they were out of I think that would have completed my burger. The waiters were all very pleasant. They actually split our checks with 6 people which is very nice of them. The place is actually big because there's also an upstairs, initially I thought it was just that entrance with the bar area. My fave question at the end of reviews, would I come back? And answer is yes!

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Delicious but a little noisy. The steaks are wonderful! The service is good but a little hectic because nobody can hear anybody.

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