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    The Yard

    3.8 (596 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Smack Yo Mama
    Sadie M.

    Wow... What inexperience... This place really does live up to everything you hear about it on social media... Great vibes and really cool industrial decor. Lively atmosphere with a busy brunch crowd. And the food... Oh my goodness... I ordered the "smack yo mama" sandwich and it lives up to its name... The barbecue chicken was absolutely delicious, impaired with the cheese blend and fried onion straws, it was a perfect combo. The tomato you've had some great flavor as well. Just a great dining experience overall! Check out my video review on TikTok and Instagram!

    Doiku N.

    Good good. Drinks good. Ate everything. Downside was it's hella hot. Steamy. I feel like my eyes weren't working cuz of the humidity. Womp womp. Casual dining

    Pittsburgh Steak Salad
    Marla C.

    I went on my lunch break with a coworker. She had been talking about this salad for weeks!! We both ordered the Pittsburgh steak salad and it hit the spot. I see why she couldn't stop talking about it! I know they are known for the grilled cheese but this was so good!! The staff was great!! And it wasn't super busy on a Monday at lunch. We sat down right away!

    The Big Che-bowski
    Jeremy B.

    4/8/25 Ate List: The Big Che-bowski- 7.8 Serious sandwich. Big bite needed for this one. Egg on it wasn't gooey or runny but was still tasty. The flavor combination with the Tomato Soup for dipping was a stupendous flavor bomb. Once I tried it, I couldn't eat the sandwich on its own and had to dip. Tots were solid. Some more cooked than others. Still good. Likely will come back. Might try something else.

    The food is great I don't like tomato's or soup but I literally guzzled there tomato soup the pierogis are incredible which they were a great 1st pierogi the staff is fun and sweet but referred to me as kiddo very comfortable vibe but also still a fun bar vibe but a tamed one and it's silly there a sign that says soup of the day and it's whisky with h20 croutons. The coups are cute too little glass mugs it's super duper nice great for a sports game definitely recommend the smack yo mama sandwich

    Gourmet grilled cheese with two beef patties. Sorry I don't remember the name.
    Holly H.

    Had dinner here on December 31 at 5 PM stood for a minute or two. Waiting for the hostess (gabby) to turn around after I said, excuse me three times. Caught the attention of a waitress in the distance who made surewe were seated after the hostess walked away from us. Our waitress was Brianna. I think? Good service, but she didn't come back to check to see how our food was. Which it was very good. We both had gourmet grilled cheese with two beef patties and caramelized onions. My waffle fries were a little bit overcooked. But the sandwich in the soup made up for everything. I would suggest this place before or after any type of events in town if you want to keep it low-key.

    Smash Club Burger
    Jerry K.

    Good atmosphere and plenty of beers on tap. Wish I'd chosen one of the many grilled cheese on the menu. Smash Burger came on a huge very bready bun that I think ruined the burger. Tots were greasy and an awful mess. How do you screw up tots???

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    Danny M.

    Nice place for drinks and sandwiches. Are food was really good but the service was a bit slow. Very noisy and a bit crowded as well.

    Yinz Guys Hungry
    Anqi H.

    We came on a weekend for lunch and they were quite busy. It took a while to be seated, but once we got seated service was very prompt. I like all things grilled cheese. I tried the Yinz Guys Hungry sandwich. It had great flavors, but fell short on the Pittsburgh theme. The waffle fries were soggy because it's next to a slice of tomato. There was also barely any Cole slaw on it. The grilled cheese toasts tasted so good though, it more or less made up for it. This looks like a great place to hang out. I would come back and try a different sandwich.

    Stacey V.

    We had a few drinks here and shared an imperial swine flatbread! It's was delicious!!!! Great place! The barmaid was friendly and the place had a great atmosphere!

    Lafferty,Daniel
    Eric C.

    Great food, be in the mood for handhelds. Definitely mixes your inner child with adult cravings with the grilled cheeses. Great meal for a cold pregame meal

    Amber J.

    I normally have a great experience at The Yard this time not so much. I would blame it on the crowdedness but I've come during games and brunch without issue. This time there was an issue with my server getting food to us. It took him awhile to even take our orders and once he did he put one order in wrong. I would not even complain but I was with two little ones so the added wait caused a meltdown. I would not have even been bothered by the mistake had the correct food not been sitting in the window for some time while he conversed with two guests. We did finally get our last meal and was comped the cost of it. Although not expecting it it was appreciated. I tipped because he was nice but hopefully he will socialize less next time and focus on his table.

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    First time at The Yard. Great food and service, not to mention bottomless mimosas and Bloody Mary bar! Can't wait to go back!

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    Still a good stop in PIT. Bean burger is tasty and I like the beer list. Happy hour saves you a couple of bucks.

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    Ask the Community - The Yard

    Is bottomless mimosas available all day on the weekends or is it a limited time?

    It runs from 10am to 4pm on the weekend as part of their brunch.

    Can u move around in a wheel chair is the place handicap entrance?

    It is not handicap accessible at all! There are stairs up or down to either level and it is hard to maneuver. So sorry :(

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    The Commoner

    (989 reviews)

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    Downtown

    LOVED our dinner at this place…read more We came here for dinner while visiting Pittsburgh. The first thing that struck me was the interior decor. Very industrial and moody with an open kitchen/preparation area that adds some intrigue. I do like to see the happenings of what's going on as someone with zero attention span. Service was excellent. George was fantastic. He kept a close eye on us without being overbearing. He anticipated what we might need so we didn't spend one second waiting to order anything. The menu is not endless or overwhelming which, presumably, allows them to focus on the items that are listed. I have decision panic so it was kinda nice to have less things to choose from. They asked if there were any allergies or dietary restrictions so I mentioned my vegetarianism. George went through the menu and pointed out the vegetarian options including what seems like it is vegetarian but isn't. They had TWO vegetarian entree options and fortunately the non-mushroom one was something I probably would have ordered anyway: pesto with walnuts, arugula, and a very generous amount of grated cheese. To start, I ordered the Brussels sprouts whichc I was warned had fish sauce. This was fine but nothing that blew me away. GF, on the other hand, loved this. GF ordered the wedge which was brought to our attention as vegetarian with the bacon on the side, which was her request. We ended up sharing both, a large part of that was because hers came out first and I couldn't wait but I'm so glad because the wege was FANTASTIC. The dressing? holy fuck pure ecastasy. The wedge was more like a filet shape which was much easier to eat. Who decided on the wedge shape anyway? The lettuce was so fresh and crisp and went wonderfully with that orgasmic dressing and breadcrumbs. Back to my pasta. Also delectable. Noodles were al dente. The sauce was creamy and packed that pesto umami flavor. The walnuts were a really nice contrast in texture. Everything about it absolutely fucking slapped. GF ordered the mushroom entree which came served on a bed of barley which, don't mind if I do, had a few forkfuls to "sample" for "my review". Again, so fucking good. Because it was my birthday, George provided a dessert (yuzu maybe?) that was served inside a meringue-esque igloo, creamy perfect balance of sweet and tart custard with some berry business underneath. Wonderful. I almost forgot their spectacular cocktails! Holy shit, literally they have a CORN CHIP cocktail that I could not pass up. It comes with two massive cornchips on top of a flavored foam. When you bring the glass up to sip, the cornchips are right in front of your nose and their aroma sets the stage for the drink which was STRONG. It wasn't as corn chip forward as I expected but I understand that flavor is probaly hard to create. For my second drink, I ordered the blue one which was refreshing, light, and really good. GF ordered a spritz which was gorgeous "it was good". For second round, I picked out some uranium thing that was very cucumbery, GF says, "it was good". I just read it outloud to her. "it's true!" Fantastic meal at a great place.

    Decor was impeccable, service was top notch, and the food was solid. Wasn't the biggest fan of the…read moreseasoning of the half chicken, but the cook on the chicken was perfect. Really liked this spot. The staff was great, the location was central, and its very upper crust. Great place for date night, drinks, and fellowship. I definitely will need to try another dish on my next visit.

    Eleven - Brussels Sprout & Lacinato Kale Salad - roasted apple puree, white balsamic vinaigrette, Pecorino Romano, sumac, hazelnut

    Eleven

    (1k reviews)

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    Strip District

    Eleven is one of the best all-around dining experiences in Pittsburgh, and unlike a lot of upscale…read morespots, it actually delivers on value. Food execution is consistently strong. Steaks and seafood are the standouts; well-sourced, cooked right, and presented without unnecessary gimmicks. The menu shows discipline, which I respect. Service is where they really separate themselves. Shawn Michael and Jo are exceptional. They are attentive, polished, and genuinely elevate the experience. This is professional hospitality, not just order-taking. Ambience is upscale and energetic. It can get a bit loud during peak hours, but it fits the vibe and doesn't take away from the experience. At this price point, you expect a lot and Eleven delivers. Between the quality of the food and the level of service, it's absolutely worth it. Bottom line: If you want a high-end dinner in Pittsburgh that actually lives up to the bill, Eleven is a go-to.

    We came here for dinner when I was pregnant and I was super picky about everything and I loved it…read moreso much. I had my baby shower here. We dined on the second floor, which was really cool because you overlook the main floor as well as have a decent view of the city-I'm nosey so that was ideal. We did the oysters and the meatballs. The oysters were good, I don't really remember anything about the meatballs. For the main, I got the salmon and I really enjoyed it. I appreciate that they source from local farms. For dessert, we had the candy bar and the sticky toffee pudding. I feel like I have seen such an uptick in sticky toffee puddings recently. This one was really good, I enjoyed both.

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    Meat & Potatoes

    (2.4k reviews)

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    Downtown

    Incredible experience! I booked via OpenTable and put that we were celebrating a birthday, which…read morethey acknowledged when we were being seated! Service was prompt and I loved seeing how busy it was on a weeknight! We got a dirty vodka martini and the sgt pepper old fashioned and both were delicious. One of the top dirty martinis I've had! Any questions we had about the menu were answered promptly and we enjoyed everything we ordered! We started with the parker house rolls which came with a raspberry lemonade jam which was delish! I got the steak frites which was absolutely incredible, cooked to perfection and so tasty. My boyfriend got the filet mignon and subbed mashed potatoes instead of balsamic potatoes. We also got a side of mac & cheese which came with cheeto crumbs on top (so good). I can't say enough good things about this menu! I thought that for the quality of the food it was reasonably priced. I want to come back again soon!

    i had some time before a show at The Byham, and this restaurant is connected to the Theater…read moreDistrict Box Office, so I wandered in after picking up my ticket and grabbed a seat at the bar. It's pretty dark in there, so they have those little green shaded lamps at the bar. I went with the Cardamadre, because it has pineapple and absinthe and sounded interesting. Definitely glad I chose that - it was fruity, but not overly sweet, with some bitterness from the absinthe and spices. I also had an order of fries, which were shoestring cut and came with a garlic aioli. They were a good snack before the show, and while $9 for fries is steep for fast casual, was not bad for a solo diner at a seated restaurant.

    Fig & Ash Wood Fire Kitchen - Short rib and pork belly meatloaf

    Fig & Ash Wood Fire Kitchen

    (343 reviews)

    $$$

    North Side

    Fig & Ash Wood Fire Kitchen is a local restaurant and bar that is in the North Side neighborhood…read moreand is open for dinner and private events. It serves wood-fired cuisine that uses locally raised meats, house-made pasta, and seasonal vegetables. Currently, during the winter, examples of menu items are small plates (e.g., roasted beet salad and heirloom carrots), mid courses (e.g., linguine and blue-bay mussels), large plates (e.g., sesame soy-glazed eggplant, pork chop, and picanha), desserts (e.g., pistachio cake and Kahlua fudge brownie), and alcoholic beverages (e.g., cocktails, mocktails, wines, and beers). For my husband and me, I made a reservation for dinner through the Resy website. I chose from options of the dining room, a four-season patio with awnings and heaters, and a chef's counter with a view of the kitchen. Please note that although the foods are upscale, the dress code seems to be smart casual. We parked our vehicle in a lot a short walk away. Upon our arrival to the restaurant, a seating hostess promptly greeted and seated us. Our server provided courteous and attentive service, such as taking our order and bringing our foods on time, refilling our waters, and cleaning my crumbs. We started with a Crab Cake with decent amount of crab meat, mushroom duxelles, tasty truffle aioli, and a side of arugula salad. My main course was Branzino with sides of beans-vegetables and parmesan cornbread. My husband's main course was Duck Breast with a blood-orange demi-glace, asparagus, and potatoes. I thought that everything tasted very good. The total price was $96 plus tax, 3% credit-card surcharge, and tip.

    First time at fig & ash did not disappoint! I rarely think higher priced meals are worth it but…read morethis one was! The setting is nice - mix of people casually dressed and dressed up. Low lighting but not too low. We sat at chefs counter and could see into the kitchen which was fun. Our server and the other service staff were great! We enjoyed the crab cake with mushrooms and roasted carrots with whipped ricotta as our starters. The carrots were to die for!! We are going to try and recreate at home. My husband had the short rib and pork belly meatloaf, which he raved about! I enjoyed the soy glazed eggplant, which has edamame, farro and mixed veggies. The eggplant was super tender but I found the dish to be a bit salty. We ended with the pistachio cake which was light and tender and the orange whipped cream was so tasty.

    Federal Galley

    Federal Galley

    (467 reviews)

    $$

    North Side

    Federal Galley is an awesome place to go dine. It is set up like a food court, with a bar in the…read moremiddle you can order drinks from! Each individual restaurants (there are 5 I believe) offer everything from Mexican food, to American fare like burgers, to fried chicken, salads, fish etc. I ordered from the fried chicken stall and my food was phenomenal! Freshly made to order, nothing staged or sitting under a heat lamp. The bartenders were awesome and cheery. My son was with us and even though there is alcohol served here all of the patrons were kind and polite. No drunken riff raff. The dining area is set up like cafeteria seating where you just grab a table anywhere and eat. There are waiters who will also bring food/drinks to you and collect your dishes after you are done. The restrooms were also clean and well maintained. This is a great family friendly place or if a group of friends wanna hang out have a few drinks and chat. There's food options for everyone here, so you're not stuck picking 1 restaurant where everyone in your group might not want to eat the same thing.. I will definitely be back!

    I have mixed feelings about this place. On the plus side, it's a really nice concept to have a…read morelarge, open-seating eating venue within walking distance of so many North Shore attractions. I went there with a small group of families/kids after an outing at the Children's Museum; it was great to be able to walk over to an easy lunch that was better than the museum cafe. We'd probably come back just for this convenience. But I can also see how Federal Galley could have a sports bar feel when a Bucco or Steeler game is going on nearby. That said, the food was just ok. Portions were huge, but the dishes were kind of basic with a ton of sauciness/goopiness. My burrito from Mijo had a ton of chicken but not much in terms of beans and rice and no veggies or garnishes. My wife got a huevos rancheros bowl that just had mountains of sauce; it filled her up, made her very thirsty, and made a huge mess. The kids cheese burger and fries from Triple S was just fine for my daughter but, again, basic.

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