Author: Hal B. Klein
Downtown Pittsburgh’s Dining Scene Is Amid A Reset
Downtown strives to reconfigure as a draw unto itself as office workers continue to shy away from a full-time return.
Best Nearby Destinations to Get Your Dog Off-Leash
I adopted my pup, Cleo, in January and we’ve been adventuring ever since. These three off-leash spaces are our favorite nearby places to roam and play.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Review: Alta Via Pizzeria
Pittsburgh’s big Burrito Restaurant Group offers a largely enjoyable spin into full-service casual with a pizza-focused restaurant in Bakery Square.
Justin Severino Looks to Washington, D.C, for His Next Move
The chef’s Lawrenceville Salty Pork Bits storefront will close this weekend, Morcilla will stay open.
Now Open: Taqueria El Pastorcito Lands in New Kensington
The popular food truck, best known for its al pastor tacos, opens a brick-and-mortar restaurant.
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: Back To The Foodture Plans a Big Sequel
A massive version of the South Side burger and wing joint will open in Uptown this summer.
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: Stagioni to Close
The much-loved South Side Italian eatery will end its 12-year run in June.
Now Open: ShadoBeni Brings Trinidadian Cuisine to the North Side
The opening of Ulric Joseph and Jennie Canning’s restaurant, formerly a pop-up, serves much-needed good news for Pittsburgh’s vegan eaters.
Watch: Our Dining Critic Discusses This Year’s Best Restaurant List
PM Dining Critic / Food Editor Hal B. Klein appears on KDKA's “Pittsburgh Today Live” to explain what's involved in picking the 25 Best Restaurants in Pittsburgh.
The 25 Best Restaurants in Pittsburgh
PM Dining Critic / Food Editor Hal B. Klein’s list of 25 restaurants reflects the state of dining in Pittsburgh as the region slowly emerges from the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.
Pittsburgh Food News: A New Concept from the Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group Will Open Downtown This Month
Jamilka Borges joins the RDRG roster as Sally Ann’s executive chef.
Pittsburgh Food News: Duo’s Taquería is Coming to East Liberty in June
Cafe Agnes owner Marcella Ogrodnik and Duolingo are teaming up for an innovative takeaway operation that highlights heirloom corn and language learning.
The Thyme Machine is Ready to Take Off for Its Second Season
Ryan Chavara will use the former Bitter Ends Food space in Bloomfield as the base of operations for his breakfast cart.
Pittsburgh’s Essential Butcher Shops and Meat Counters
There are hardly any independent butchers left in the region. But these seven institutions, most of them more than 50 years old, offer high-quality meat with service you’re not going to find at the big-box stores.
Refreshed and Revived, The Vandal in Lawrenceville Reopens
The seven-year-old restaurant returns from a three-month hiatus with a fresh perspective and a new wine bar.
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: Reed & Co. Is Closing
The Lawrenceville vegan restaurant and juice bar is the latest in a string of shuttering announcements.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Review: Gaucho Parrilla Argentina
Can a restaurant celebrated for its tasty steaks and relaxed vibe keep its allure following a move to a massive Downtown space?
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: B52 Cafe is Closing
The Lawrenceville eatery ends its six-year run this week.
The Open Road: Pittsburgh’s First Alcohol-Free Bottle Shop Launches in Allentown
The shop moves from its temporary digs to a standalone location with an ever-increasing array of delightful drinkables.
A Food Hall Centered Around Asian Restaurants is Coming to Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh restaurateurs Mike Chen and Alex Tang will curate a seven-stall, locally owned food hall in The Terminal Building in the Strip District.
Palate Partners’ Deb Mortillaro Masters Wine, Spirit and Sake
The lifelong learner, one of Pittsburgh’s foremost libations educators, just earned one of the hospitality industry's highest achievements.
Pittsburgh Restaurant News: Bitter Ends Food Is Closing
The Bloomfield eatery will serve its last meal at the end of April.
Our Dining Critic Dishes on This Month’s Restaurant Review and Local Fish Fries
Watch what else Hal B. Klein had to say on KDKA's Pittsburgh Today Live.
The Allegheny Wine Mixer Has New Owners
After nearly a decade of serving a world of wine in Upper Lawrenceville, Jamie Patten passes one of our favorite bars in Pittsburgh into new hands.
Chef Collaboration Dishes Coming to Cafe Carnegie in Oakland
Look for local chefs to add seasonal specials to the menu of the restaurant located in the lobby of the Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History.
Pittsburgh Food Comings and Goings: Lucy is Back and Viridis to Close
The District bánh mì hiatus is over and one of our favorite vegan eateries is set to shutter.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Review: Gi-Jin is Raw Indulgence
The Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group delivers an intimate Downtown restaurant with quality fish and an escapist vibe.
Once Thought to be Closed for Good, Pittsburgh’s Brillobox Reopens
The Bloomfield bar, restaurant and performance space returned this past weekend with new fixtures but the same energy that made it a Pittsburgh institution.
Ever Evolving, Wigle Whiskey Turns 10
The Meyer-Grelli family helped craft spirits blossom in Pennsylvania when they opened in the Strip District in March 2012.
Local Provisions, A Cafe and Market, Is Coming to Fox Chapel Plaza
Brian Pekarcik, one of the chefs who helped spur Pittsburgh's restaurant boom with Spoon, will open the space this summer. Plus, we have a round-up of some recent restaurant reopenings.
Given To Fly Chicken Sandwiches Landing at Federal Galley in April
The latest addition to the Galley Group’s North Shore food hall features a bonanza of easy-to-love sandwiches.
More Pittsburgh Pizza News: Alta Via Pizzeria Set to Open
The new venture from the big Burrito Restaurant Group pops up this week at Bakery Square with a full opening in early March.
On Tap: Our Dining Critic Explains What’s Behind Pittsburgh’s Brewery Boom
Hal B. Klein appears on KDKA's “Pittsburgh Today Live” to talk about the March cover story in Pittsburgh Magazine.
Pittsburgh’s Craft Breweries and Taprooms Offer More than Just Great Beer
A brewery boom is drawing everyone from serious beer aficionados to families. With draws such as food trucks, trivia and more, they have become our new neighborhood gathering spots.
In Search of Great Pittsburgh-Area Pizza: Aiello’s Pizzeria LLC in Harrison City
Pete Aiello, scion of one of Pittsburgh’s most notable pizza families, aces a variety of styles at his Westmoreland County pizzeria.
Worth a Visit: Tú y Yo Café in Indiana Township
The charming cafe offers small bites from South and Central America.
Our Dining Critic Dishes About an Amazing Breakfast Sandwich
Hal B. Klein recently shared the tasty details on KDKA's “Pittsburgh Today Live.”
What’s New in Pittsburgh Food in January
PM Dining Critic Hal B. Klein is catching up with two late openings and one under-the-radar gem from last year in his monthly round-up.
Six Great Casual Meals You Can Find in Pittsburgh For Less Than $17
These dishes are perfect for a quick and delicious meal and offer a good value in these times of soaring inflation. Don’t feel like dining out right now? All but one are terrific for takeaway, too.
Restaurant Review: Oak Hill Post
The Brookline restaurant melds charming, old-school hospitality with well-executed, of-the-moment casual cuisine.
What’s The Outlook for Pittsburgh Restaurants in 2022?
The short answer is nobody knows as the coronavirus surges again and the cost of doing business remains high. But a couple of forthcoming openings and the return of some old favorites are bright spots on the horizon.
Restaurant Retrospective: Bar Marco Turns 10
A hospitality-forward philosophy, strong culinary perspective and a top-notch beverage program are some of the keys to the Strip District restaurant’s success.
A Year of Food Memories: Pittsburgh Dining in 2021
PM Dining Critic Hal B. Klein’s month-by-month reflection highlights his favorite bites of the past year.
Our Dining Critic Dishes About Pittsburgh’s Best New Restaurants in 2021
Hal B. Klein digs deeper in an appearance on KDKA's “Pittsburgh Today Live.”
The Best New Restaurants in Pittsburgh in 2021
Nine new openings (and one spectacular reimagination) on PM Dining Critic Hal B. Klein's list pave the way for a Pittsburgh restaurant resurgence.
It’s Feast of the Seven Fishes Time in Pittsburgh
Local restaurants are offering their take on the traditional Italian-American Christmas Eve meal.
Kevin Sousa Motors on From Mount Oliver Bodega
Sousa and his wife, Megan Sousa, depart the Mount Oliver wine shop and restaurant after two months. The establishment will remain open under the direction of executive chef Jonah Frazier.
412 Food Rescue’s Good Food Project Homes In and Ramps Up
The nonprofit steps up its meal preparation project under the direction of project manager Greg Austin.
