A great spot if you're craving burgers! They have a selection of different styles ranging from breakfast burger (pictured in this review) to Cajun, BBQ, etc. The burger is a 1/2lb patty that comes loaded with the standard burger ingredients (lettuce, tomatoes, pickles) unless you request otherwise. I wasn't a big fan of their "home style fries" which are basically just diced potatoes. Regardless, the burger itself was cooked perfectly to what was requested and very flavorful. Service was great by the staff. We were seated quickly, and once we ordered food, there wasn't a long wait. Our waitress was attentive and made sure our table was taken care of. We stayed towards closing time but never felt rushed. The ambience was nothing special, just your standard neighborhood bar/grill, facilities were clean which is always a plus. All in all, great place to catch up with friends! read more

Tessaro's - Breakfast burger - $16 - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Best burger in the city served by the nicest people. All the food is great and drinks are generous and reasonably priced. All around great place read more

Love the idea of combining mushroom and onions into a burger, which makes their special gourmet Kelly burger with THICK, juicy patty perfect. Also recommend the lobster bisque and veggie kebab. read more

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This place is your typical neighborhood bar and grill. Solid burgers and great service. The portions are gigantic and you will definitely leave stuffed. I love how cozy and neighborly it feels inside. Be sure to go early for dinner because it always seems to be packed, especially in the weekends! read more

Tessaro's - Caesar salad - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Best burger in the burgh!! Such a great restaurant and bar. The hamburgers are so fresh, delicious, and huge!!! They have other great food options as well read more

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

Very good restaurant. Amazing food. Very good service with quick waiter and waitresses. The prices are just right. Not too high, not too low read more

As a burger aficionado and new PGH arrival, I had to go to what was being toted as one of the best burgers in town. I had the Cajun burger with red potatoes and also began with a side salad. The food was all very good. The bun would probably be better if it was toasted or a better quality bread. The potatoes were fantastic. I really like the ambience of the bar and restaurant and I'm sure I will return again to try something else. The salad was a little pricey for what it was. The burger with a side was moderately priced. The service was efficient and friendly. A good place for gathering socially or just grabbing a drink, some food, and watching sports on their tvs. Note: you will save 3-4 percent by paying cash, as there is a credit card surcharge. read more

Tessaro's - Cajun burger with a side of boiled red potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Best burger and salads in town! Stopped here late night after little Italy days, was the only place still serving dinner , so you can count on a great meal open late! Cozy and quaint inside, and the staff is kind and welcoming. Also the bartender makes a mean drink! A must stop if you are in Bloomfield! read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Always delicious!!! Burgers!!!!! No need to smash ..... plump, juicy .... Amazing! Must try!! read more

Came here on a busy Friday night for dinner. We were seated quickly and the staff was friendly. The burger was insanely good. It was cooked exactly medium well; still juicy but no pink at all. Would have given 5 stars but the booth seats are 100% vertical with no pad or tilt. An hour sitting there was really hard on my back. read more

Tessaro's - Loaded burger. Bacon, mushrooms and onions. - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

They were super busy when we came Sat night. We were still seated pretty quickly and the service was good even though they were a little understaffed. They have great burgers, but I opted for their bbq half chicken this time. It was so good! The meat was super tender and moist. It came with a soup/salad and a side. I will definitely be back for more soon! read more

Tessaro's - Barbecue half chicken - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great food and good portions. Always crowded. Have eaten there s few times and never disappointed. Years of being in same place with lots of neighborhood locals. Everything good you want. read more

Had the burger here, and the burger wasn't anything special, but it was big. The real show of the meal was the home fries with the Redskins potatoes that included bacon in it. The place had a good ambience for what it is. Maybe too much discussion about politics. read more

It's been at least 10 years since my last visit to Tessaro's. I've always felt it was the best hamburger in the city and even with the long lapse in visits, the quality has not declined. My sons and I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon following a Pitt basketball game. We were quickly seated. The waitress had multiple tables but was friendly and efficient. I offered to give her our entire order during her first stop but she took drink orders only. My youngest had a regular burger, my oldest had a cheeseburger, and I had the breakfast burger with home fries. All burgers were cooked to perfection (medium). Home fries were quite tasty too. It's a little interesting that they don't have French fries but I'm fine with home fries. Both my sons devoured their burgers. Food arrived within 15 minutes of ordering. This place has a great vibe. I've had steaks here too. Everything is tasty, with a clean and friendly environment. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Fantastic burgers and sandwiches in a classic old school Pittsburgh bar! We came for lunch on a recent Saturday, the front bar area was busy so we sat in a back room which was about half full - not as atmospheric as the front but perfectly pleasant. Our waitress was very friendly, as was another lady who I assumed was the owner/manageress. Burgers were great, they arrived promptly and were perfectly cooked, generously sized, and very tasty. There's no fries at Tessaro's but there are plenty of other side options which are included in the price of your burger. We had a potato salad and some home fries both of which were good. Drinks wise there is a good selection of beers on tap and bottled craft beers. Prices are very reasonable indeed. Tessaro's is a Pittsburgh classic for good reason and I can't wait to come back! read more

Tessaro's - Gourmet Kelly Burger with potato salad was excellent! - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

They have delicious food good drinks, nice staff street parking and it's a convenient place to go to right across the bridge

The burger hype is real! If you're looking for that grilled - cookout style burger Tessaro's is your place. I ordered a regular ol' cheeseburger, with cheddar and all the toppings with coleslaw as a side. The coleslaw was a slightly sweet-tangy-creamy fresh tasting creation. Be warned, the burgers are big and require a bit of smooshing to fit it all in your mouth. Still, totally worth it! Only con of the experience, go light with the onion - it's delicious and powerful. read more

Tessaro's - Cheeseburger (cheddar) with coleslaw side - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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If you're in the mood for some delicious ribs, Tessaro's is the place to be on Thursday nights! The ribs are mouth-wateringly tender and the sauce is finger-licking good. There's also a great selection of sides to choose from, so you can make a complete meal of it. The only downside is that it can get pretty pricey, but it's definitely worth it for a special treat. read more

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Their enclosed patio outside is super cute, beef is super juicy and shows all the difference made by going to a local butcher, loved my burger and my wife seemed happy with her grilled onion & mushroom chicken sandwich. My cheeseburger + home fries (they don't have fried potatoes) cost like $16. Be prepared to be stuffed though! A regular burger is 1/2 Lbs, imagine my friend's surprise when she ordered a double cheeseburger read more

We read about Tessaro in a magazine recently that was talking about the 100 best restaurants in the US and decided it was time to give it a try. We called in ahead and my wife went to pick up at the appointment time. When she got there the greeter thought our meals weren't ready yet so she waited patiently for about 15 minutes until they realized it was sitting on the counter and had been ready all along...That long wait, plus the short drive home meant the food was cold and slightly slightly. For my meal I got the Gourmet Kelly burger with home fries and my wife got the cheeseburger with potato salad. The sides were actually pretty nice and the portions of everything were very large. The buns were so large in fact that we could hardly get our mouths around them. Perhaps we'll be able to go back when dine-in is allowed again and be able to try again when everything is piping hot and fresh. read more

All I wanted was a beautiful steak and red wine! That's exactly what I got. And just as I was hoping for. Beautiful pink and juicy on the inside, and seared to perfection o the outside. Soooo tasty. And a glass of Malbec to swirl in my mouth. I had a very nice, fresh salad on the side, covered with homemade blue cheese dressing. Creamy with chunks of cheese. Also added red, boiled potatoes smothered in butter. My husband had a steak sandwich, very tender and pink. Bun was soft and ample. And the onions and mushrooms were done to perfection. He had good old fashioned home fries. What a delicious meal. Then, the owner, Moira, was very gracious and gave us a grand tour including very interesting history. Thank you so much. We will surely be back. read more

Went on the recommendation of a friend after the pirates game and I'm glad we did. Excellent service and huge portions read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Over an hour of waiting at our table, for two Cheeseburgers? On a positive note, our greeter, server and possibly (a manager) were very pleasant. We were sat in the back room this evening, eventually the entire back room cleared out & we were still waiting for our order, wondering...our server said that the kitchen got hit, "all at once", it would only be about five minutes, or more?...At this point we decided to leave. They comped our Beer, cool. Yet we left so super hungry. My boyfriend and I have both work in the food service industry, for years. He is culinary trained & has worked for April Bloomfield, right out of culinary school. I've managed a handful of NYC restaurants. We saw their kitchen staff, we saw their tables sat - there is absolutely no reason we should have waited for over an hour, at our table - for two Cheeseburgers that didn't even make it to the pass. Disappointed as this is our new neighborhood and we've heard such great things about this place. Only at this point, we have zero interest in returning. read more

Consistently good. Best burgers and chicken sandwiches. Grilled trout , mahi mahi , swordfish, etc on their grill is always a plus. Friendly staff and good bar selection. read more

So cozy and fun! Visited Tessaro's for the first time on a rainy and cold Friday night and it was the perfect spot for a dinner with friends. I enjoyed a DELICIOUS martini, our amazing server made it himself at the bar and it was exactly to my liking. Our table of four all ordered burgers, because that's the menu item that we've always heard about, and they did not disappoint. So huge, flavorful from the perfect seasoning and the nutty char, and the bun was soft and complementary to the patty. I personally tried the Kelly burger with mushrooms, caramelized onion, bacon, and a smoked Gouda. I had the works of lettuce, tomato, and pickles, plus dijon mustard and mayo. I selected home fries as my side, and they were so good! Tessaro's doesn't have a fryer so all sides are either roasted or grilled or in a salad format, I tasted my husband's coleslaw and it was tangy and old school and very tasty. Service was friendly and thorough, and we felt very welcomed during our meal. Can't wait to return for more great burgers! read more

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Waiting on my phone to be fixed nearby so headed here for dinner. I like the atmosphere. I opted for a table vs. dining at the bar solo. The seating is close quarters to tables nearby and also near the bar -- cozy. I ordered a cajun burger and a side of home fries.the order did not disappoint. The burger was large and juicy. Was it the absolute best I have had in Pittsburgh? Not quite but still quite tasty. And the home fries. Not what I expected. I thought it would be thick cut home cooked French fries. But, instead, this equated to what I know as fried potatoes (at least from my homestate of KY that's what they would be called). Not complaining. They were exquisite! I could have eaten an entire plate of them! Price was appropriate, about 14.00 for burger, potatoes, and diet coke. I would have posted a pic but the phone was getting fixed! read more

What can you say, this place is a classic! A classic urban decor set the scene for a cozy dining Pittsburgh experience. Can't go wrong with with the burgers. So glad this place is still around. My husband and I had dinner here the night we got engaged 22 years ago. It still doesn't disappoint. read more

This place was amazing! Burgers were outstanding, and the the old-school feel of the place was awesome. Not to mention some strongly-poured cocktails. I can't wait to come back! read more

Absolute best burger in town when you want a big one and realize that smashburgers are trite nonsense. Wonderful service - a family-feel where you benefit from anything that hits the fire/smoke of the grill. read more

Been going there for years. Got a tremendous burger. Great ribs on Friday. Welcome to the next level.

We haven't been here in a few years and with how good our burgers were tonight I'm not sure why. Our burgers were all that and more. The char, amazing! Other burger places in town are mere pretenders. This is the real king! read more

Tessaro's - A perfect burger? About as close to perfection as I have ever had... - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Seated quickly, server was attentive. Food was good, but I was expecting much more for the "best burger in Pittsburgh" based on others reviews. The burgers were good, but everyone in our party agrees we've had better at a handful of other places in the burgh. For the price, I don't quite see the fascination with this place. The one thing I did enjoy was the creamy blue dressing. Not sure we'll go out of our way to go back. read more

My wife and I went to Tessera's last night for dinner. I had the special which was the trout with a salad and home fries. The trout was really good and the home fries probably the best i have ever had. As far as the food I give Tessera's 5 stars. The waitress was really nice and moved as fast as she could, But unfortunately the place was mobbed and there were only 2 on duty and she was probably doing twice the normal amount of tables. It was also rib special night so they were very apologetic and said they were short staffed and that it was crazy busy besides. I would definitely go there again just not on rib night. I would also recommend Tessera's as the food was delicious. read more

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I went here with two cousins and my Grandma while visiting family in Pittsburgh recently. Tessaro's has a nice reputation as a solid neighborhood grill but I was very disappointed. Let's get the positive out of the way first: The burgers are pretty big and fairly tasty, so if you want a big burger maybe this is your place. Everything else was just not very appetizing. I got a bowl of chili that was essentially a large tub of thick marinara sauce. No flavor, couldn't even taste the meat, and only a few small kidney beans. I also got a veggie kabob, which was a plate full of uncooked zucchini, mushrooms, etc., also with no flavor. Some of them were so undercooked they were room temperature. Maybe the moral of this story is don't go to a burger joint and get two dishes that don't feature meat! On the plus side, they give you free refills on soda, so my teenage cousins enjoyed far too many glasses of Mountain Dew. read more

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Menu is lacking, and food is not prepared fresh. The food is warmed up and not fresh. No fries with world famous burger.

Simple. No fuss. Delicious. Went here on a busy Saturday night. The restaurant was packed, but we only waited about 20 minutes for a table. As first timers, we were originally confused because the hostess won't take your name, but someone quickly helped and said she remembers everyone and she did! Got to our table, again no fuss. Ordered and quickly received our burgers. I got the BBQ burger with American cheese, medium. Partner got the bacon blue, medium as well. Both were cooked perfectly! Definitely messy, but who can knock the juiciness :). I went with simple this time, next time I will get the BBQ burger with the creamy blue cheese instead of American because I could not stop eating my partners. For sides we got the potato salad and home fries. Potato salad was delish as others have said and we got the home fries extra crispy which made them perfect! I can't wait to go back!! read more

Tessaro's - Bacon blue burger with extra crispy (yes!) homefries - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I thought the food was good, but I am not sure what all the hype is about... I visited here with some friends the other night and I ordered their bacon/blue burger cooked medium with a side of their home fries. I thought the burger itself was pretty good but the bun was pretty lacking and a bit soggy actually from the burger grease. I would have preferred a bun that had a little more sturdiness to it. The bacon was ok but nothing to write home about and the blue cheese added a nice flavor to the burger. I have never had home fries with a burger before as I am used to ordering these with breakfast but I thought having these with a burger was a cool and unusual twist. I will say that the prices are a bit high for a burger from here as $16 for a burger and home fries is a bit much for a burger that is not being made with exceptional meat. Don't get me wrong it was a nice spot to visit but I found it to be a bit overhyped as some people swear by this place. read more

Pittsburgh tradition! Although I got the spinach salad for lunch, I , of course, had a few bites of my lunch date's burger! Yum ! Next time, I will get my own burger when I don't have to go back to work read more

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I'd always wanted to check out Pitts-Town. Since trek ain't like a walk in a park, I needed a reason to be headed in that direction to make the pilgrimage. Place is cool. So many places you can hang out. It was full no doubt. Bar seating area. Sun room seating. Other side of the bar seating, well you get the point. You can spot the place from a mile away. Beautiful red brick lay out. So spotting wasn't an issue. Unless you're visually challenged. It is the bloody parking that is the major issue. Finding a spot was a major PITA! Luckily yours truly found one. Oh' and better polish up your parallel parking skillZ otherwise you're SOL! Ok, so now I totally made you wanna spring for this place and the town, let me tell you about the food. Menu is good! Your typical American stuff! If you cannot find what you like on this gritty town's restaurant menu, you probably don't have a pulse. I'm a huge BURGER fan! I'll take a bacon cheeseburger over penne vodka sauce any day of the week! Wait staff is attentive. Food is good! I went for Bacon / Blu Cheese (dry). None of that chicken wing sauce type bullshit for me. Gimme the good stuff! Lots of toppings / condiments choices. I had to ask the waitress twice. Thats because my head was stuck up my ass trying to figure out which burger to order. My fault totally. Poor waitress. But no worries, I made it up the end. Anywho- Check out the pictures for your viewing pleasure. So, if you happen to stroll through, come stop at this place. Make sure you pick a warm day, because 1) walking in cold bloody sucks. (Because of the parking situation.) And 2) pay attention while you're walking. You'll need to. You don't want to step into anything organic left by our beloved four legged companions. Ok, if I have not reached out to you and wished you a Merry New Year, no worries we still cool! I'm just lazy! Peace, read more

Tessaro's - Just because it's new year doesn't NOT mean I change my eating habits. ;-) Oh' and table cloth was denim. - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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