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Ol1arm t1_j1wgdbq wrote

Oak Hill Post in Brookline Zorro’s in Dormont Luma in Mt Lebo

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lolwerd t1_j1wgiul wrote

Big Jim’s in The Run

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Ntovorni t1_j1wimjq wrote

I’ll throw Cucina Vitale in there. It’s right on Carson St in the strip. Small (like 6 tables tops) Italian spot. The chef is wonderfully nice and I learned about it from his (also wonderfully nice) father and late grandfather. Definitely worth a stop.

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bastardish t1_j1wmxmm wrote

Taqueria El Pastorcito in New Ken has some bomb ass muy auténtico tacos and shit.

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mr_r_smith t1_j1wpcq0 wrote

Porked in Lincoln place, although they will be temporarily closed in the new year because the owner is getting medical treatment

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W4hl t1_j1wqmbd wrote

La Casa del Tacos, not sure if it’s a “hidden gem” but definitely my favorite taco joint.

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Ntovorni t1_j1wsgvb wrote

Replying to Ol1arm (#1,102,798)

I’m not sure - they might be catering only. There’s definitely a for lease sign on the front, but I might call this weekend to see if I can still get some takeout.

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Cheddar-chonk t1_j1wy2in wrote

Kavsars in Mt Washinton. Not really hidden, I guess but not well known. They have halal Uzebek food. The bread is to die foe.

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GubbyPac t1_j1wzz6t wrote

Doridos (South Park) , My Thai (Dormont), and I was going to say Zorros (Mt Lebo) but just found out they are closing. My third vote will now go to the Smiling Moose (South Side). It may not be a hidden gem, but I feel like a lot of people don’t know that their food kicks ass.

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jrbs59 t1_j1x0goc wrote

Apteka in Bloomfield

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hippo_nerd t1_j1x5oi3 wrote

Acapulco in Irwin

Szechuan Express in Oakland

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pghdadbod73 t1_j1xgum0 wrote

Dorthy 6 in Homestead above the waterfront

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DarthTed12 t1_j1xh0u7 wrote

Cucina Bella in Bridgeville & Cambodican Kitchen in South Side

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Clemente_2121 t1_j1xskl1 wrote

40 North at Alphabet City. I’m def a bit biased because I serve there, but I genuinely feel the food is fantastic. Chef ran the Whitfield at the Ace Hotel and We’ve been written up, but a lot of folks still don’t know about us.

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jsdjsdjsd t1_j1xv9yn wrote

Huszar’s in North Side. Amazing Hungarian food. Dive bar feel with tremendous food❤️

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_smojface t1_j1ycyy8 wrote

I’ll say Salem’s because it’s always the answer.

But Pizazz in the South Hills. No razzle dazzle but fantastic bar/family restaurant food. Their Italian wedding soup and zucchini planks are unmatched.

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MrGiantGentleman t1_j1ygc86 wrote

Hog's Head on the North Side down in Spring Garden.

I'll never stop recommending this restaurant. Cheap, delicious food that tastes like home.

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InternalAd9247 t1_j1yjx1k wrote

1942 Tacos and Tequila. Amazing Mexican food. The quesa birria tacos are unbelievable.

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thunderballz t1_j1ynmv6 wrote

Subba (Nepalese)

Treat (Belgian waffles n ice cream)

Huszar (Hungarian)

Masala House (lunch tali specifically)

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mabellerose t1_j1yxhyh wrote

I never hear anybody talking about Siempre Algo in Deutschtown, but it’s fantastic. The first time I went, I made a reservation to come back the next week while I was still eating.

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Consistent_Goal_4089 t1_j1yyxgy wrote

My husband started playing shows at The Bridge Music Bar in East Liberty. He always comes home raving about the food. The staff are also great!

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Sk8104s810 t1_j1z1hiz wrote

Even though it's right on McKnight Road, Sushi Tomo gets overlooked because of its proximity to the must-visit food experience that is the McKnight Road Arby's.

Seriously though, Sushi Tomo.

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pillrake t1_j1z4t9a wrote

Tamarind in Greentree has great indian. Always get takeout when I'm visiting mum.

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berserc t1_j1z6xtt wrote

Elwood's Pub near Harmar

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glop1701 t1_j1z8h3l wrote

Thio Yiannis down in Weirton wv! Great Greek food

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talldean t1_j1zbqz7 wrote

Replying to slayhern (#1,116,199)

Calling it out; you need to order off the authentic menu.

The menu with the general tso's ain't that much different than any other Chinese place with general tso's.

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talldean t1_j1zcbp6 wrote

I am city people. Any place outta the city is a hike for me.

That said, Los Bajitos in Southpointe and Leo Greta in Carnegie. I'm happy any time I've gotta go down 79, because damn, those two restaurants are winners.

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otherside9 t1_j1zekz2 wrote

Anthos

Siempre Algo

40 North

Farmer Baker

Thyme Machine

Duncan Street Sandwiches

876 Island Spice

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Fine-Designer5474 t1_j1zevmc wrote

Tram’s in Bloomfield and Pho Kim 88 in Bethel Park. One place gets overlooked is Armstrong’s in Whitehall

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periphescent t1_j1zoaju wrote

Replying to Sunglassesatnight81 (#1,106,347)

Just ate there for the first time two weeks ago. It was absolutely delicious! Wish their starter trays were a little more robust, but other than that, it was really, really good. Super expensive but the food is pretty much all locally sourced.

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According-Activity10 t1_j1zp30s wrote

Replying to TangyWonderBread (#1,117,769)

I second the authentic menu, it's INCREDIBLE. Hot & sour yam noodle is such a good starter and I literally crave it all the time. Spicy Beef Mignon chengdu style is so good.

I fully invite people to add their favorites, because like I said above, I lived in lawrenceville and polish hill forever and now that we're in swissvale I can't stop eating here.

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NebbyJohnny t1_j1zp8t4 wrote

I live on the South Side, so I'm very biased:
Dish, everyone should already know about this place. Have a reservation for tomorrow
Cucina Vitale, they do lunch, weekend brunch, and dinners

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Sk8104s810 t1_j1zsalq wrote

Replying to loubones17 (#1,116,915)

I believe you may be recalling incorrectly.

I used to work in facility services (laundry, pest control, sanitization, etc.) and have friends that still work at the company. I used to service Sushi Tomo (which is how I discovered it) and I never saw a single red flag. I've eaten there 8-10 times a year since 2008 and never heard such a thing.

Can you point me to where you may have seen this information?

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thetightrope t1_j1ztd5g wrote

Cafe 33 has the best soup dumplings I've ever had!

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BellaBooooo t1_j1zts2d wrote

Replying to llaynadd (#1,112,084)

I’m 55 yrs old and we used to eat at Khalils which is on Baum Blvd since I was very young. I remember the first time I had raw kibbee lol but as the years went by we moved onto Ali Baba-the amount of food for the price and the taste is a home run-ntm the large servings u get when getting take-out too! Definitely in my Top 5 ;)

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jj_reddit69 t1_j1zwo4x wrote

Blue Sky Kitchen and Bar in East Liberty is fantastic!

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Pitlkj t1_j204jn9 wrote

Carbonaras in mt lebanon

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Jcs290 t1_j204rr4 wrote

The Blue Flame in Jefferson Hills seems to have gotten their stuff together. My wife and I went there last week. First time for me ever, first time for her in over 20 years. The place had a bad reputation, but the food was excellent. It's diner-like comfort food. They have an ice cream bar in the restaurant with Hershey's varieties. They're only open for breakfast and lunch. I highly recommend the hot turkey and hot roast beef sandwiches.

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bunkie201 t1_j20fotw wrote

Not sure it’s a hidden gem, but my wife and I love the “Carson Street Deli” and their craft beer selection.

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mrmattguy95 t1_j20hiy7 wrote

Pabellon in Dormont!

Great Venezuelan/Mexican place

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pghdadbod73 t1_j20lfvd wrote

Replying to Whiplash_666 (#1,125,130)

Dukes or 8th and Hays?

Last time we went(tried) to go to Dukes kitchen was closed and couldn’t get a drink. Bartender was more obsessed with catering to his friends that were there So haven’t been back since

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Monkeys_Yes_12 t1_j21lgk6 wrote

Replying to Jcs290 (#1,122,263)

Right on! In October, I was on my way to Butler's Golf Course in Elizabeth and stopped at the almost famous Blue Flame for the 1st time, after driving by it for decades. It was a hearty breakfast, a nice family diner vibe, great service. My buddy's parents used to go there for CB club meetings, place looks the same from the outside now as it did in the 80's. I'll definitely try the hot RB sandwich next time.

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burghermeister1 t1_j22iuzr wrote

Yoli’s in Jefferson hills and Streets on Carson in Southside

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lolwerd t1_j247ed4 wrote

Replying to Dontyoudaretouchme (#1,124,831)

It's not going to win awards for aesthetics, it's clean and the people that work there take pride in their work. It's a neighborhood joint, but they have a large regular following. I love the little things like the bar top riders that you can set your plates on ( names of long customers on plaques ) , the food is consistent and good portions, and the vibe is very familiar. It's not the 'best' food in town on any one thing, but they make a good plate, at a good price, and it's off the beaten path, making it one of the hidden gems.

I could list off restaurants that win the look / feel award, or have better plates, but they are all pricier and trendier and pretty much well known. Try it out, worst case you could say 'lolwerd lied to me' , best case, you found a new haunt.

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