Dining Guide: Southside

American

Birmingham Bridge Tavern

2901 Sarah St.

Sunday 12 to 9 p.m., Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-381-2739

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

You can order burgers, sandwiches, wings and salads at very affordable prices at the Birmingham Bridge Tavern. But here, it’s “all about the beer.”

Brewski’s

801 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday noon to 2 a.m.

412-481-9140

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

With a casual atmosphere and affordable food, Brewski’s is a staple of the South Side nightlife.

Bruegger’s

1801 E. Carson St.

Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

412-381-2833

$

Panther Funds: No

Bruegger’s provides an inexpensive assortment of bagels and other breakfast foods at a quick pace.

Carson City Saloon

1401 E. Carson St.

Monday-Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., Sunday noon to midnight

412-481-3203

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

Burgers, sandwiches and assorted fried foods will satisfy your appetite, but bar fare is the top pick here at Pittsburgh’s self-proclaimed “No. 1 sports bar.”

The Library

2303 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 11 to 2 a.m.

412-381-0517

$$

Panther Funds: No

The Library features a vast selection of reasonably priced menu items with literature-themed titles.

Mario’s Southside Saloon/Blue Lou’s

1514 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

412-381-5610

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

Mario’s Southside Saloon and Blue Lou’s crosses traditional pub food with salads and pasta.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant

2667 Sidney St.

Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

412-432-3260

$$$ to $$$$

Panther Funds: No

Whether you’re looking for quality seafood or steak while catching a football game at the bar or just dining casually, McCormick & Schmick’s provides fine dining and an exquisite eating experience.

Mullen’s Bar and Grill

2100 E. Carson St.

Tuesday-Friday 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

412-481-2110

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

A franchise that started in Chicago, Mullen’s has transitioned well into the Pittsburgh area with featured menu items such as “Mac n’ Yellow” and the Pittsburgh Wrap.

Nadine’s

19 S. 27th St.

Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-481-1793

$

Panther Funds: No

A family-owned bar and restaurant serving all three meals. The family’s pasta recipe is so famous that it was featured on the Food Network.

Ruggers Pub

40 S. 22nd St.

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday-Sunday noon to 2 a.m.

412-581-1330

$

Panther Funds: No

Tucked snuggly on the corner of the block, this small establishment offers a variety of lunch and dinner options, including ample vegetarian meals.

The Smiling Moose

1306 E. Carson St.

Monday 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Sunday 2 p.m. to 2 a.m.

412-431-4668

Price: $$

Panther Funds: No

The Smiling Moose features a number of affordable soups, salads, sandwiches and various bar foods, as well as numerous drink specials. Throughout the week, the Smiling Moose also puts on multiple shows and events, including performances by several local bands.

Smokin’ Joe’s Saloon

2001 E. Carson St.

Monday-Sunday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

412-431-6757

$

Panther Funds: No

Smokin’ Joe’s provides one of the best beer selections in Pittsburgh with more than 350 bottles and 61 beers on tap to drink, along with wings, nachos and burgers to munch on.

Tad’s on East Carson

1109 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

412-481-3480

$

Panther Funds: No

Tad’s now has a kitchen to cook some entrees to go with its beer. Sandwiches, burgers, chicken and pizza round out a new menu that will satisfy any late-night cravings.

Walker’s Pub

2024 Sarah St.

Monday-Friday 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

412-431-2040

$

Panther Funds: No

Cheap food is available at Walker’s Pub, along with a reputation for a lively atmosphere.

Young’s Tavern

1719 E. Carson St

Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

412-488-8108

$ to $$$

Panther Funds: No

One of the pricier restaurants in the South Side, Young’s Tavern boasts a dining room and bar area.

Asian

Bd’s Mongolian Grill

428 S. 27th St.

Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

412-390-1100

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

This restaurant is the place to have fun, hang out with friends and “create your own Mongo feast.”

Chan An

2013 Wharton St.

Sunday-Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-381-3188

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Chan An is your classic takeout joint, offering great lunch specials and affordable yet large portions of delicious Chinese food.

Little Tokyo Bistro

2122 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday 5 to 11 p.m., Sunday 4 to 10 p.m.

412-488-9986

$

Panther Funds: No

This new bistro in South Side features a menu loaded with Japanese cuisine, ranging from a full sushi bar to hibachi-style cooking.

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

1611 E. Carson St.

Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 1 to 10 p.m.

412-381-6000

$$

Panther Funds: No

Voted best sushi in Pittsburgh for eight straight years, Nakama is a fun place to take in some knife-throwing hibachi and great food.

Lin’s Asian Fusion

2018 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 10 p.m.

412-251-0228

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Excellent lunch specials and a wide selection of affordable Asian dishes make Lin’s Asian Fusion a quality dining experience.

Thai Me Up

1925 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

412-488-8893

$

Panther Funds: No

A plentiful list of authentic Thai food to choose from for at very reasonable prices.

Cafes

17th Street Cafe

75 S. 17th St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 4 to 11 p.m., Sunday 4 to 9 p.m.

412-381-4566

$ to $$$

Panther Funds: No

It’s a tad pricier than your average restaurant, but the 17th Street Cafe offers some of the best food in Pittsburgh with a solid selection of seafood, chicken, steak and even veal.

1889 Cafe

2017 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-431-9290

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

1889 Cafe offers sandwiches, salads, burgers and some specialty pasta dishes, charging up to $20 for a dinner and around $12 for lunch.

Beehive Coffeehouse

1327 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 8 a.m. to midnight

412-488-4483

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Beehive Coffeehouse has generated a buzz for its delicious coffee, tea and interesting, artsy decor.

Big Dog Coffee

2717 Sarah St.

Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-586-7306

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Serving the highest-quality coffee, Big Dog Coffee also offers several pastries, soups and gelato for a great breakfast, lunch or snack.

Caffe Davio

2516 E. Carson St.

Monday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

412-431-1119

$$ to $$$$

Panther Funds: No

Whether it’s time for breakfast, lunch or dinner, Caffe Davio serves sizable portions of Italian and American food.

Caribou Coffee

2729 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

412-488-8490

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Located in several states across the country, Caribou Coffee is a great spot to relax or study and enjoy a great cup of coffee and a pastry.

Crazy Mocha

2809 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday 6 a.m. to midnight, Saturday 7 a.m. to midnight, Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

412-431-1326

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

This South Side location is one of many Crazy Mochas across Pittsburgh, featuring excellent coffee, tea and pastries.

Lee’s Coffee Shop

2116 E. Carson St.

Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

412-381-9181

$

Panther Funds: No

Lee’s Coffee Shop is a perfect place to grab a cup of coffee or quick bite to eat at a cheap price.

European

Cafe Du Jour

1107 E. Carson St.

Tuesday-Saturday 5 to 10 p.m.

412-488-9695

$ to $$$

Panther Funds: No

A rare place to get authentic French cuisine in Pittsburgh, Cafe Du Jour offers French dining with a little bit of Mediterranean flair.

Cambod-Ican Kitchen

1701 E. Carson St.

Tuesday-Saturday 5 p.m. to 5 a.m.

412-381-6199

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

Open late nights, Cambod-Ican Kitchen is known for its original South Side “chicken on a stick” and a distinctive fusion of Cambodian and American cuisine.

Lesvos Gyro Greek Cuisine

1502 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Monday 11 a.m. to midnight, Tuesday-Thursday 11 to 3 a.m., Friday-Saturday 11 to 4 a.m.

412-346-7921

$

Panther Funds: No

If you are looking for a full and satisfying gyro, Lesvos is the place to go on the South Side.

Piper’s Pub

1828 E. Carson St.

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.

412-381-3977

$$

Panther Funds: No

Highlighted by a British-style menu, Piper’s Pub brings tastes from across the pond to the South Side and offers plenty of soccer specials.

Restaurant Uubu 6

178-180 Pius St.

Thursday-Saturday 6 to 9 p.m.

412-381-7695

$ to $$$

Panther Funds: No

An establishment filled with history, the food and sights will please any patrons who step inside.

Sandwiches

Carson Street Deli

1507 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

412-381-5335

$

Panther Funds: No

Carson Street Deli is one of the most affordable places to eat lunch in Pittsburgh, as well as one of the best places to grab a sandwich in the city.

OTB (Over the Bar) Bicycle Cafe

2518 E. Carson St.

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 10 p.m.

412-381-3698

$

Panther Funds: No

An innovative burger and sandwich menu and bicycle-themed bar add to the allure of this South Side eatery.

The Pita Pit

2763 E. Carson St.

Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-481-7482

$

Panther Funds: No

The Pita Pit provides build-your-own pitas for all meals of the day at a fair price.

Pittsburgh Steak Company

1924 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

412-381-5505

$ to $$$

Panther Funds: No

If you are looking for elegant meals, including a signature steak, this is the place to go in the South Side.

The Pretzel Shop

2316 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

412-431-2574

$

Panther Funds: No

Customers rave about the pretzels from The Pretzel Shop. They especially recommend the ham and cheese or hot dog pretzels for a special treat.

Primanti Bros.

1832 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

412-381-2583

$

Panther Funds: No

The historic Primanti Bros. is a Pittsburgh staple. If you haven’t tasted one of their sandwiches yet, you haven’t enjoyed some of the most famous sandwiches and fries in the city.

Real McCoy Sandwich Shop

2010 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m to 9 p.m.

412-481-0566

$

Panther Funds: No

A mix of sandwiches and other American cuisine, Real McCoy seems to satisfy every time.

Richard Cupka Deli

46 S. 27th St.

Sunday-Saturday 10 a.m. to midnight

412-481-6262

$

Panther Funds: No

An array of submarines and other sandwiches are available at this South Side hideaway.

Southside Steaks

2000 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday noon to 3 p.m., Sunday noon to 11 p.m.

412-390-1844

$

Panther Funds: No

All your typical cheesesteak options are available at this Philly-style sandwich shop.

Mexican

Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant and Bar

2557 E. Carson St.

Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday-Friday 11 a.m. to midnight, Saturday noon to midnight, Sunday noon to 10 p.m.

412-381-2229

Price: $$

Panther Funds: No

Open in three locations across the Pittsburgh area, Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant and Bar has continued to satisfy customers with delicious Mexican food and happy hour specials.

Mill Site Tavern/Los Amigos

2512 E. Carson St.

Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-432-7118

$$

Panther Funds: No

A good mixture of authentic Mexican and American cuisine in the South Side, this restaurant’s entrees are more costly than some other eateries, but you can definitely find something cost-efficient on the menu.

Yo Rita

1120 E. Carson St.

Monday-Saturday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

412-904-3557

$

Panther Funds: No

Full-service bar and Mexican cuisine at its finest with every menu item priced under $10.

Pizza

Blue Grotto Pizza

1610 E Carson St.

Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

412-904-3277

$$

Panther Funds: No

Pizza is this restaurant’s specialty, but it also offers soup and sandwiches that are top-of-the-line.

Domino’s Pizza

511 E. Carson St.

412-432-3232

Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.

$

Panther Funds: No

Domino’s makes its pizza the way you like it, whether it be hand-tossed, deep-dish, crunchy-crust, Brooklyn-style or Wisconsin Six Cheese.

Little Chicago’s Pizzeria

1728 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to midnight, Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight

412-431-1450

$

Panther Funds: No

Grab a nice Chicago style deep-dish pizza here — even past midnight.

Michael’s Pizza Bar and Restaurant

2612 Sarah St.

412-381-6102

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to midnight, Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m. to midnight

$

Panther Funds: No

Michael’s provides a comfortable sit-down dinner environment with Italian specialties including calzones, pizza, hoagies and wedgies.

Pi Coal Fired Pizza

1707 E. Carson St.

Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 2 to 10 p.m.

412-431-5095

$ to $$

Panther Funds: No

Enjoy a nice family dinner with Pi Coal’s Neopolitan pizza, or enjoy your pick of numerous panini, calzone, salad and wing options.

Pizza Sola

1417 E. Carson St.

Monday-Wednesday 11:30 a.m. to midnight, Thursday-Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 a.m., Sunday 12:30 p.m. to midnight

412-481-3888

$

Panther Funds: No

Pizza Sola pleases pizza cravings no matter what time of the day it is. Pizza Sola also serves beer, salads and wings.

Sal’s Pizza

1322 E. Carson St.

Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 4 a.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 a.m.

412-381-3663

$

Panther Funds: No

Sal’s provides authentic New York-style pizza by the slice or pie. Fresh toppings and gourmet slices top the menu along with Jamaican patties.

Sweets

Edward Marc Chocolatier

1705 E. Carson St.

Sunday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-488-1808

Price: $

Panther Funds: No

A pleasant chocolate shop, Edward Marc Chocolatier serves a wide variety of delectable chocolates and milkshakes.

The Milkshake Factory

1705 E. Carson St.

Monday-Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

412-488-1808

Price: $$

Panther Funds: No

The Milkshake Factory can satisfy anybody’s ice-cream fix, offering 55 homemade flavors of milkshakes, sundaes, floats and more.