This place was amazing! I highly recommend everyone going and trying this place out! They are known for their burgers and ribs. The food was so incredible. They have ribs on Thursday and the beef bbq ribs were so juicy and flavorful. Literally cooked to perfection. I recommend getting the 1/2 rack; I got the 1/4 and regretted it because it was a little bit small. Their burgers were thick, juicy, and amazing. I wish they added more toppings on their burgers. Don't get the steak; it was def Not worth the price. Very expensive for a small portion and not as tasty. Overall, The price is a little bit expensive but I believe you are getting what you paid for. Just a warning, they have a 4% credit card fee. read more

Best burgers in the Burgh! So good and great price for the amount of food you get. The home fries are always a hit! As well you need to get grilled broccoli--hidden gem! It's a little dark inside just to note for those with an vision issues. It's more of a chill and relaxed joint. Take your friends and family here! I've been here many times but the owner can be a little mean otherwise love this place! read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This is a classic Pittsburgh/Bloomfield Little Italy kind of restaurant. The food was OK. I ordered the grilled kebabs and grilled veggies and it was 10/10. My friend ordered the fish that was on special and it 100% tasted and smelled spoiled/rotten. Mind you it was the end of the day and they were about 30 min from closing but if the fish isn't fresh you should just NOT serve it. Drinks were great and the service was great (they removed the fish from the bill) but my friend left hungry and that's just sad. I'd recommend this spot for locals for a weeknight dinner and drinks but if you're visiting the city there are plenty of other consistently GOOD places to eat in Pittsburgh. read more

Questions & Answers Q) How does one fully cook a 3/4" thick burger medium well in 3 minutes? A) Maybe pre-cook them and then microwave them when ordered. Q) Why do buns fall apart and appear hard and cold? A) They are old and have been kept either frozen on in a cold box to save money. Q) Why does a slice of cheese not melt on a burger and appear rubbery? A) Maybe the burgers were microwaved and then a cold slice of cheese was slapped on. If you microwave the burger with the cheese on it will be completely ruined so better to apply after the re-heat. Q) What does it mean when your tomato slice is mushy and soft? A) Usually indicates old tomato close to rotting. Q) When home fries are greasy and burnt, what would that indicate? A) Usually a sign that they were leftover from an earlier service or day and over cooked. I only ate a single small piece of potato and asked the server to take it all back and remove from my bill. The manager removed the charge for my wife's burger and charged me only half for mine so technically I ended up paying $.50 for a burger I didn't touch and a single piece of greasy potato. Q) Was this a bad night for a good place or is in indicative of a older restaurant trying to compete with all the new and excellent places in an up and coming area by cutting costs via inferior ingredients. A) Only time will tell! read more

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I live nearby and have heard of this place! Very old-school vibe and definitely a Bloomfield staple. As you walk in the atmosphere is cozy, you've got the bar area but also booths for your friends and family to meet! The menu is nice and simple serving steaks, sandwiches and burgers! With a good option for sides, I'm sure Tessaro's will keep you satisfied if you're looking for good American food! read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Unseasoned, thick slab of a burger. The quality of the burger went down hill throughout the years. So sad :( It felt like a big brick of beef just sitting in my stomach. I hope they add seasonings and more flavor to the meat. Waitress and staff extremely nice. read more

This place is awesome! From the first second we walked right through the door the service has been amazing. So not only are there burgers out of this world! They also have a really amazing bartender and host. Bartender recommended a bunch of things while we were in town. Loved the experience. Thanks traci the bartender, you are the one. read more

Had an excellent meal here with fantastic service. Will definitely be back to try the famed beef ribs.

If you are Red Robin or a Fuddruckers patron, this place may not be for you! If you are a pure burger person that appreciates different meat blends, then your in the right spot. Meat and Wood fire. High quality blend that is my comparison to other restaurants that grind there own meat. Not the easiest thing to do a that much volume! I have been coming here since it opened! Yes things have change, but what hasn't. Its still a great burger. I always do pick up, never had a problem. Fyi The little glass window in the back is the kitchen, thats it, there are no French fries because there is no fryer. Everything that is on that menu comes out of that tiny kitchen. The beef is the star and not what you dress it with. read more

Half of the people I talk to love and adore this place and their food. The other half say it's OK but nothing special. Unfortunately, after finally eating here myself, I'd have to agree with the half that says it's just OK. The service was top notch, cool location, clean...but the food didn't excite me and seemed a little bland. Prices are good, so I wouldn't cross it off your list if plain is your style! read more

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With the addition of so many great, creative restaurants in Pittsburgh, this one has longevity and hasn't lost sight of their food and service standards. A family-run establishment can be a good thing, with the right family running it as Tessaro's has. Friend and I had the Thursday rib special with delicious beef and pork ribs. Our server Satya was very attentive, pleasant and efficient. read more

I got the gourmet steak sandwich and it was excellent. The service was also great and everyone was super generous and kind. Environment was also very friendly and the workers definitely added to the experience in a very positive way. Would definitely come back. read more

Amazing staff, Amazing prices, and above all amazing food. Wonderful environment highly recommend.

I had the black and bleu burger and it was fantastic. Juicy, cooked to perfection with crispy bacon and just enough bleu cheese, to make it tasty, but not overpowering. I shy away from ordering potato salad at restaurants, but the large portion they provided was delicious. My son's burger me the same standard. Professional wait staff was attentive and prompt. The burgers were huge. Come hungry, leave full read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Good, not quite the top though. I liked sitting at the bar. I liked my burger a lot (a good bar burger is a meaningful thing). And the other food coming out of the kitchen looked really good. Good range of crafty tap beers. I think that the reason I'm withholding a fifth star is a little bit because of expectations; the Pittsburgh city mag has this on their top 50 restaurants and that brought me here, and I got done with my meal and said to myself...really? I mean good and all that but one of the best in Pittsburgh? Not sure. I'd go back but I'd also keep exploring. Maybe if they had had fries...hard to really fall in love with a burger without some fries on the side...a bar burger is crying for fries on the side! read more

Still the best burger in Pittsburgh. Seriously, don't even tell about the other burgers until you tried them here. The hamburger is ground fresh and it's grilled over wood chips to give it that smoky taste. And it's served up with a smile. Everybody that works here is friendly and welcoming. I'm loyal to Tessaro's and for good reason. read more

Tessaro's - Blue Burger - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The best burgers in the Burgh bar none. This place is classic Pittsburgh with experienced waitstaff, tablecloths and even a strolling accordion player on Valentine's Day. Don't miss rib night on Thursdays. The home fries are perfect the next day for breakfast, I can never finish them after one of their amazing burgers. My husband says the Caesar salad is also the best in the city, and they come with an extra sidecar of anchovies. read more

I'd heard of Tessaro's for quite some time, but hadn't dropped in, until my son had a basketball game nearby, and I was too lazy to think of cooking at home afterwards. Nice enough looking place, cozy...with a friendly ambiance and what looked like a lot of regulars.Seated quickly with a smile at a table off the bar. Our server got drinks quickly and took our orders - the lad got the Canadian salmon, and (it was Thursday) I ordered a half rack of pork ribs, light sauce, and potato salad. To cut to the chase, the food was okay, but the service was just below substandard. I literally saw our salads sit for 10-15 minutes, waiting for pickup. That's what happens with an open kitchen concept - you can see stuff. Where was our server? Oh...I saw her with a jacket on...maybe out having a smoke, getting fresh air, or ??? It was well over 15 minutes to get the salad at our table. Oh, and sitting close to the couple at the next table, I heard their server ask if they wanted bread and butter with their salads...an offer not given us. When the salads did finally come, our gal informed us our food was also ready. Maybe it was my look, but suddenly..."Oh...no...it isn't...that was another order..." Sheepish smile. So I'm assuming our finished food was under a lamp, off to the side...whatever. We did see her at the bar, fixing drinks or whatever she was doing there...but it wasn't paying us much mind. The bill was reasonable. The food okay. The service...well, with better service they'd get 4 or 5 stars from me. As it is, they'll not get a return visit. read more

Went a little later in the evening on a weekday service was fine, nothing to write home about but nothing to complain about either. The food however, was very disappointing. Not many options for something advertised as a steakhouse. But that's fine, what isn't ok is that it was cold and bland. Not impressed ‍ read more

Been here twice. Once dine in and once takeout. The dine in experience, the service was great. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive. The food took a bit but that's to be expected. Inside, the vibe was old school (you come for the burgers so it doesn't matter). The burgers are so good. They come with home fries and not actual fries (better imo). Great, affordable burgers. read more

Best burgers in the city! Got the bacon blue and everything was cooked perfectly! Love the old school vibes too

Arrived on a Saturday night around 6 p.m. and were seated immediately! Love the atmosphere - it has a warm, homey feel to it. Our server was great - especially since she had a whole room to herself. I ordered 1/2 bbq chicken with the home fries and my boyfriend got the gourmet steak sandwich. I was really happy with my chicken - it was tender, moist, and the breakfast potatoes were really good. The sauce was okay - there could've been more but I didn't want to bother the server since she was swamped. My boyfriends steak sandwich was average. He liked the amount of beef on the sandwich but was disappointed with the texture. He said that it was a little tough for his liking. Overall, a decent experience and I would return if someone else wanted to go. But it's not a place that I'll be dying to go back to. read more

Tessaro's - 1/2 bbq chicken with Home fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I have been to Tessaro's twice now after hearing about their famous burgers. I had very high expectations based on everything I had heard. And while it is certainly a good burger, I expected a little more. The feel and menu in Tessaro's is very old school. I do like this to an extent. This traditional style is reflective in their menu. There are very few options in terms of burger customization. This is an area where I think they could innovate a little. Some onion straws or an aioli of some sort would make the burgers here even better. The burger itself has been cooked perfectly both times I have been here. The burgers taste seems to have a higher lean ratio than other burger places. Despite this, the freshness and unique meat blend still makes for a delicious taste. Overall, Tessaro's without a doubt has a great burger. However I cannot put it on par with the best burgers in the city. read more

First time at this restaurant.Setvice was outstanding.There were 3 if us.We ordered hamburgers because we had heard that was their specialty.They were delicious.One if the best I ever ate.I would like to go back next time and try something else.Highly recommend. read more

One of, if not, the best burger in town. Tessaro's is located in Bloomfield, which is a hop and a skip from downtown Pittsburgh. Tessaro's is nestled in the Little Italy section and hasn't lost sight of their food and service standards compared to a large scale chain store. The burgers are loaded and come with a delectable amount of home fries. I picked up the Gourmet Kelly Burger with home fries for lunch and it left me full the whole day. Well worth the visit and the price! read more

Had a very nice evening here. I got the Gourmet Kelly Burger with Swiss Cheese. I think that I might get provolone next time, but that's not on them :). I got the steamed broccoli and cauliflower (you can get the separately or mixed. Steamed or grilled) as my side. Sadly, you cannot get fries :( Well worth the trip. The service was excellent. read more

Hot spot for juicy, mega sized, delicious burgers! I decided to jazz up the classic fare and added mushrooms, bacon and mayonnaise to my burger. It is served open faced so you may add on toppings as desired including lettuce, tomato's and pickles. Let me emphasize this burger is HUGE, so you are definitely getting your money and hungers worth when you come here. Now this place seems to be pretty popular to no surprise, we snagged the last table available during a hopping lunch hour in the middle of the week. The staff is super friendly and vibe is sports bar chill. read more

Tessaro's - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Not as good as I've come to expect since I used to live in Bloomfield. It's been a couple years since I've been here bc the last time I ordered a burger it tasted like propane...like they didn't have the grill heat high enough or something...this time I ordered the burger with pepperjack cheese TO GO...by the time I got it back to work, maybe a 5 minute drive...the bottom bun was mushy and the cheese was waxy. Packaging burgers (or really any food)...in styrofoam containers is the kiss of death. Spend a little more and wrap it in foil or use a paper container. As far as the burger itself...it was as big as I remember, but that's not necessarily a good thing since it was pretty much unseasoned meat and almost flavorless. The potato salad was good, but also not as good as in the past. I guess they are suffering the same fate as a lot of places...staff turnover, unskilled workers, short staffing, who knows. read more

Great sandwiches and great service. So why the three stars. I hate restaurants that want to charge for use of a credit card. In my opinion it's just a money grab or a way to hide cash. A customer buys two hamburgers with 1 side each and the bill comes to $35. Not a cheap date. The add on for the credit card was $1.37. Why would you lose a customer for that small amount. Because of this policy I won't be back!!! read more

Easily among the top burger joints in Pittsburgh! Tessaro's does everything right. Great location, great burgers and prompt service. During busy times parking can be a little challenging but this place is worth the effort! Start or end your trip to Bloomfield with a great meal here, anything you order will be a treat to your taste buds! read more

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The old white haired greeter is as friendly as a alligator. If 5 of your party of 6 have shown up she will not seat you until that 6th person shows up. Have you ever tried to park on Liberty Avenue during anytime of the day??? She is miserable if you have children coming to this establishment. And, you know, children will drop some Food on the floor. Despite the parents attempts to pick up the child's mess. I have heard her say loud enough for me to hear her say. That my grandchild was "A PIG". I just stood there and looked at her. I was not going to make a scene. But, I have mentioned this to Professionals that I work with and my daughter works with as a Physician. Needless to say . We will never enter this establishment Again. She apparently needs to leave her post. I know who she is . And, she needs to leave, she is miserable, and rude. The only thing going for this place is maybe the Burgers. ???? Just don't bring children under 13., In fact don't bring any children. And, make sure your complete party is there before you enter this fine establishment. . read more

Shame! Shame! Shame! Have you ever eaten so much you just felt ashamed? That's what happened with that 1/2# burger. Good Lawd(Lord)! It was not only huge, it was seared and cooked nicely...medium. It was a 3-napkin burger. AND, I have never had broccoli with a side of clarified butter. Crazy man, but I dipped them little flowers in that like crab legs. The legend of this place met my expectations. Thanks. read more

Tessaro's - Kelley burger....mmmmm - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Great burgers! Had the Kelly special burger with home fries and it was cooked perfectly. Its a huge 1/2 lb burger patty with bacon, mushrooms, onions, and LTO. Home fries were crispy and OK, but maybe I should have gotten potato salad. The place was packed, but on the hottest day of the year, it was pretty steamy in there since we sat in the front. People constantly opening and closing the door made the air conditioning ineffective and the storm knocked out the power for a few minutes. Our orders couldn't be sent to the kitchen with no power so it took a lot longer to get our food. read more

Overpriced and they charge a credit card surcharge of 3 percent. Nothing posted that's states a surcharge will be added which is a violation of the card brand rules! Very overrated and pricey. This restaurant has definitely gone downhill since the former owner passed away. His family has run this place in to the ground which isn't surprising since his sister was caught in a Parking ticket scheme as a city magistrate! She has no business running a restaurant! It clearly shows. read more

The reviews dont lie; this place may have one of the best burgers in the city. I didnt believe it, but I finally tried it and I am definitely a believer. As other reviews note, the service may be spotty, but the quality of the food surely makes up for it. We ended up waiting over an hour, but by sitting at the bar time passed very quickly. The bar was full of regulars who were extremely friendly, and everyone seemed to be saying the same thing, that this is the best place around. I had the Kelly burger and it was outstanding. At first glance I was disappointed in the concept of no french fries, but the potato salad was spot on, so I didnt even notice. Tessaro's is a must try for anyone in Pittsburgh. read more

Tessaro's - The Kelly burger and potato salad - Steakhouses Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The Godburger has been stewing over his 3rd loss in a row from 3 years back. It still wanted a piece of me. It taunted me via online forums, calling me "The Workin' Stiff," threatening to get me "bound up for a week" due to its prodigious size. "I wanna try you one more time," it said. "Come back, kid. I need to show you why I'm still on top, why I still kill Flathead's, Glurgatory, and Wingfart's. They ain't a drop of burger juice to me. Bring yer old lady too. I want her to see me beat you. Then, I'm gonna run off wit her!" Last night, after a bastard of a week, I decided to take out my frustrations on The Godburger once more, ignoring Kay's pleas. "Baby, you don't need to do this again." So for the 4th time, I met The Godburger. Instead of running at me like a bull, on this occasion, it tried to psych me out with theme music, casually strolling out of the chamber and onto the darkened chessboard floor as the crowd jeered it... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-6jntlAWJs Steaming, it spat a mixture of jus and blood in my face, causing me to lose control and attack, but with first bite, I was covered with....egg yolk? "Ha-ha! Breakfast boy-yo!" Spinning out of hand quickly, I discovered that jack cheese, a sunny side up egg, and bacon were added to its arsenal. I also learned that beef doesn't always need seasoning to be tasty, the natural flavors of the chopped chuck (still done on the premises) shining through with no embellishment needed to draw them out. Before long, all that was left of the colossus were stains of hot, yellow liquid and pieces of that chewy sourdough bun that is prepared fresh every morn by a neighboring bakery. The sweet cream of the tender potato salad acted as a quiet epilogue, and like the burger, it sits at the highest echelon. I needed to go back in the wake of the recent lynching of Tessaro's (anti-'Burgh bias, hatred of the venerable and traditional?), and after my latest experience, have chosen to deem those petty, negative reviews clueless and irrelevant. Tessaro's doesn't need to be hip or rely on gimmickry. They just do what they do, and they do it smashingly well. Also, for the very first time, I tried an entree from Tessaro's expansive menu that was not a burger, their Barbeque Chicken being a tender, moist, sticky, honeybun of a clucker that thankfully for me, Kay couldn't finish. I've beaten the Godburger in enough matches to know once and for all that it is as supreme as it has ever been. Now, to explore the remainder of the menu when next I eat there. P.S. The service was just fine. read more

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The secret in their having one of the best burgers you will ever eat, is in the meat! They add ground steak including filet mignon! Another reason why the burger seals in all of those juices plus adds flavor is they are cooked over a 500 degree hardwood grill. Tessaro's was not hard to find, but in a run down area. They have a parking lot on the side of the building, connected with a grocery store's lot.. The place is small, with a huge bar in the middle. It was crowded, but we were lucky enough to get a booth. I was a bit disappointed in their not having french fries, but I tend to fill up on them, so in a way it allowed me to finish that delicious huge burger! I hear they are known for their ribs, as well. The murals are hand painted of the owners and workers and an Irishman and his sister own the restaurant and do the cooking. The soups are homemade as well. Servers were older and ours was friendly and helpful! Go and have yourself one of the best burgers you will ever have in your life and add a hot homemade bowl of soup to your check, outstanding! read more

This is my family's go-to spot when we're in Pittsburgh and hungry for burgers. They are made fresh and it is my understanding that they even have their own butcher. The steak salad is also very good - good quality steak with home fries and other grilled veggies. The atmosphere is like a friendly neighborhood pub. Nothing overly pretentious, just good food and a jovial atmosphere. Finally, they have a booth in the downstairs bar area that they try to reserve for people in wheelchairs or who are otherwise disabled. (Note that the "upstairs" isn't an actual upstairs but an elevated area that you reach via 2 or 3 stairs). This was much appreciated as my mom needs a walker and she didn't have to go through the awkwardness and difficulty of negotiating stairs. All in all we can always count on Tessaro's for a good meal. read more

Glorious burgers and wonderful service, looking forward to returning!! In a nice walkable neighborhood

Reviewed as one of the best burgers in Pitt and a popular spot among many CMU students, if you have a car of course. Parking is horrendous around here, so it might be better to take the bus anyways and do a bit of walking. After hearing so much about it, my friends and I came here to celebrate a birthday. Did it meet all the hype? Not so sure. The burgers good, but it wasn't anything spectacular as I thought it would be. Honestly, I like Burgatory a lot better. I ordered the Bacon Bleu Cheeseburger with dry bleu cheese. Probably mistake on my part. I thought the dry bleu cheese would be more crumbly and less creamy, but the heat of the burger melted it and it became creamy anyways (I dislike creamy things in general). Didn't enjoy the burger half as much because of that, but again mistake on my part. The home fries that came with it could have used some more seasoning, but with lots of ketchup it was tasty enough. The service was up to par. I came with a huge party and they seated us and took our orders with no problem. They even stuck a candle into my friend's burger for her birthday. Overall, I'd give this place a 3.5 stars. read more