Dining Guide: Downtown
October 14, 2011
Jamba Juice
1015 Forbes Ave.
Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,… Jamba Juice
1015 Forbes Ave.
Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 12 to 10 p.m.
412-396-3553
www.jambajuice.com
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This chain offers healthy smoothies, coffee and a variety of snacks.
Simpatico Espresso
425 Sixth Ave.
Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
412-287-7598
www.simpaticoespresso.com
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Simpatico Espresso offers coffee and smoothies, plus fresh local baked goods.Mr. Ribbs
1315 Fifth Ave.
Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-281-4292
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Stop by for savory BBQ specialties and homemade cakes and pies.
Newman & Markys
533 Grant St.
Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
412-434-6830
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Newman & Markys offers a little bit of everything, from paninis, wraps and soups to smoothies and salads.
Franktuary
325 Oliver Ave.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-288-0322
www.franktuary.com
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Franktuary is “redeeming fast food” by offering franks and other quick meals.
Gateway Café
603 Stanwix St.
Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m. to 2 p.m.
412-261-9672
www.metzcorp.com/Main.aspx?PAGE=1
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This cafeteria located in the basement of Gateway Center Building 2 serves different breakfast and lunch meals every day.
Verde Good Beans
412 First Ave.
Monday-Friday 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(412)-523-8885
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Verde Good Beans features a heavily organic menu.
Chan An
824 Liberty Ave.
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-281-8868
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Located in the Wharton Plaza beside Giant Eagle, Chan An offers generous portions at a low price.
Chanyee Lin
520 Third Ave.
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
412-261-1292
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Located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Central Business District, Chanyee Lin offers affordable Chinese delicacies.
Chinatown Inn
520 3rd Ave
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday 11 to 2 a.m., Saturday 12 p.m. to 3 a.m., Sunday 2 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
412-261-1292
www.chinatowninn.net
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The Chinatown Inn has specialties prepared individually in a large wok. No buffet-style items found here.
Fu Lai Chinese
525 Penn Ave.
Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 12 to 8 p.m.
412-471-6338
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They offer good Chinese buffet food for a reasonable price, and you can even get it to-go.
Golden Palace Buffet
647 Smithfield St
10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
412-338-1888
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The Golden Palace Buffet menu includes Chinese specialties, a lunch buffet, catering and free delivery. It is located two blocks from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.
Hong Kong Express
529 Second Ave.
11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
412-281-7288
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Located right in the middle of the Business District, Hong Kong Express serves every kind of cheap Chinese cuisine fast.
Lemon Grass Café
124 Sixth St.
412-765-2222
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Home to inexpensive Cambodian delicacies, Lemon Grass Café offers typical Southeast Asian delights and a variety of curries spiced just right.
Liang’s Hunan
957 Liberty Ave.
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
412-471-1688
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Buffet-style Chinese food known for its especially hot and spicy entrees.
Mandarin Gourmet
305 Wood St.
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
412-261-6151
www.mandaringourmet.com
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Mandarin Gourmet offers a comprehensive Chinese menu at affordable prices. Takeout and catering available upon request.
Sushi & Rolls
301 Grant St
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
412-255-0520
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Located at the intersection of Fourth and Grant St, Sushi & Rolls serves Japanese specialties and has a sushi bar and luncheon Bento Boxes.
Tian’s China Wok
1202 Fifth Ave.
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-281-0885
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Located on Fifth Ave., Tian’s China Wok is a great option for Duquesne students looking for quick dinner.
Wok & Grill
120 Fifth Ave.
Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-391-3334
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Wok & Grill serves Chinese in a food court setting and all meals are $6.95 or less.
Sweetlix Tart Frozen Yogurt
820 Liberty Ave.
Monday-Saturday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
412-281-2171
www.sweetlixtartfrozenyogurt.com
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One of Downtown Pittsburgh’s few fat-free frozen yogurt spots, Sweetlix serves frozen yogurt with a variety of fresh fruits.
India Palace Cuisine
137 Sixth St.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
412-471-0660
www.indiapalacepgh.com
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India Palace Cuisine offers a wide variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes with a selection of mild, medium or hot.
Indian Spices
129 Sixth St.
10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Lunch Buffet 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
412-281-1364
www.indianspicesrestaurant.com
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Indian Spices offers a daily assortment of authentic Indian spices and flavors, including naan and Jeera rice.
Sree’s Foods
701 Smithfield St.
Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-288-9992
www.srees.com
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With five locations around the Pittsburgh area, Sree’s Foods offers up a variety of authentic Hyerbadi cuisine handed down through the founder, Vydehi Mekala, and his family.
Bravo Franco Ristorante
613 Penn Ave.
Monday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight, Sunday 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
412-642-6677
www.bravofranco.com
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Known for serving up a variety of Italian foods, including osso bucco, Bravo Franco Ristorante is located in the heart of the Cultural District near many of Downtown’s theaters.
Buon Giorno Café
6 Smithfield St
6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
412-471-9048
BuonGuorno.com
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Buon Giorno is known for serving a complete breakfast menu as well as homemade Italian specials.
Common Plea
310 Ross St.
Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-697-3100
www.commonplea-restaurant.com
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Common Plea serves a classy lunch and dinner menu while offering an extensive catering service.
Costanzo’s
100 Fifth Ave.
Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-232-0706
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Costanzo’s is home to both Italian and American cuisine.
F. Tambellini Ristorante
139 Seventh St.
Tuesday-Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-391-1091
www.eatzucchini.com
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F. Tambellini offers traditional Italian foods along with its signature fried zucchini.
Monte Cello’s
305 Seventh Ave.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
412-261-2080
www.montecellos.com
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The Downtown location has been open since 1980 and serves up a wide variety of its famous pizza.
Palazzo Ristorante
144 Sixth St.
Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
412-434-6244
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The Palazzo Ristorante offers seafood, veal, salads, pastas and a large selection of wines
Paradiso Ristorante
Level 3, One Oxford Centre, 301 Grant St., Downtown
Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
412-392-0225
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Paradiso Ristorante sells select steaks, seafood and pasta dishes as well as signature pizzas
Sbarro
213 Fifth Ave.
10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
412-566-2881
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Sbarro is a nationwide chain known for pizzas as well as pasta selections.
Las Velas
430 Market St.
Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-281-8180
www.lasvelasmex.com
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With a diverse menu and an exciting bar, Las Velas provides great Mexican food at an affordable price.
Madonna’s Authentic Mexican Food
336 Fourth Ave.
Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Madonna’s offers great food with big portions that will satisfy even the hungriest customer.
Mexico City Tacos & Burritos
111 Smithfield St.
Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-391-2591
www.mex-city.com.
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If you’re craving guacamole, Mexico City Tacos & Burritos is the place to go.
Qdoba Mexican Grill
601 Grant St.
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-281-3143
www.qdoba.com
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Multiple burrito options and fresh flavors make Qdoba stand apart.
Pizza Milano
134 Sixth St.
Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to midnight, Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m.
412-281-3131
www.pizzamilano.net
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Treat yourself with Pizza Milano’s magnificent feast of gourmet Italian pizzas that feature farm-fresh toppings and fresh-cut vegetables.
Ephesus Pizza
322 Fourth Ave.
Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
412-552-9020
www.ephesuspizza.com
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With specialty gourmet pizzas like the Pitt’s Burger Pie, there’s always something new to try at Ephesus.
Fat Tommy’s Pizzeria
115 Forbes Ave.
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
412-560-4419
www.fattommyspizzeria.com
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With free delivery, tasty baked subs, wings and brick oven pizza, Fat Tommy’s has something to offer everyone.
G’s Restaurant & Pizzeria
301 Grant St.
Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-562-0566
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G’s authentic pizzeria is not just your average pizza spot, serving up a variety of options with fresh ingredients.
Genoa Pizza & Bar
111 Market St.
Monday-Thursday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 a.m.
412-281-5780
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Genoa has a huge menu ranging from salads to numerous pasta options and gourmet pies.
Giovanni’s Pizza & Pasta
123 Sixth St.
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 1 a.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday, Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
412-281-7060
www.ilovegiovannis.com
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Giovanni’s has a lot to offer, such as stuffed shells, bread twists, pizzas and plenty of desserts.
Italian Village Pizza
600 Grant St.
Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-566-1398
www.italianvillagepizza.com.
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With great subs and pizzas, Italian Village Pizza is a great lunchtime location.
La Gondola Pizzeria
4 Market Square
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
412-261-5252
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Located on Market Square, La Gondola Pizzeria serves up many Italian specialties, from pizza by the slice to pasta and tiramisu — all for reasonable prices.
Mamma Lucia Pizza
433 Wood St.
Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-281-0416
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The quaint, family-owned Mamma Lucia Pizza offers low prices and lots of toppings.
Mamma Pina’s Pizzeria
901 Penn Ave.
10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
412-562-0725
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Tasty menu, great prices, fast service: three things that define Mamma Pina’s Pizzeria on Penn Avenue.
Pizza Milano
1304 Fifth Ave.
Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 or 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 a.m.
412-281-8181
www.pizzamilano.net
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Located by Duquesne University, Pizza Milano is known for its good pizza and college atmosphere.
Papa J’s Centro
212 Boulevard of the Allies
Monday-Tuesday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
412-391-7272
www.papajs.com.
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Located in a 150-year old, supposedly haunted former brothel, Papa J’s Centro mixes classic Italian foods with a bar that is open until midnight on weekends.
Pizza Fiesta
219 Smithfield St.
10 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.
412-281-4222
www.pizzafiestapittsburgh.com.
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Featuring several college specials and a large and diverse menu of specialty pizzas, Pizza Fiesta has been satisfying pizza cravings since 2005.
Café Milano
134 Sixth St.
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
412-281-3131
www.pizzamilano.net.
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Very similar to its Fifth Ave. cousin, Café Milano has good pizza and a great atmosphere.
Vocelli Pizza
524 Penn Ave.
Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight
412-434-6922
www.vocellipizza.com
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One of the fastest growing pizza chains in the U.S., the Mt. Lebanon-founded Vocelli Pizza (formerly Pizza Outlet) is always a go-to when searching for good pizza.
Pizza Parma
823 Penn Ave.
Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
412-577-7300
www.pizzaparma.us
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This college student’s favorite has several locations around the city, with the Downtown store located on Penn Ave.
R & B’s Pizza Place
107 Smithfield St.
Saturday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 a.m.
412-288-8888
www.rbpizzaplace.com
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R & B’s Pizza Place, which delivers across the city until 3 a.m., has become a favorite of the “night-owl” crowd throughout the ’Burgh.
Bella Sera Urban Trattoria
Market Square
Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
412-281-6363
www.bellaseramarketsquare.com
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Bella Sera is the first restaurant in Pittsburgh that is green-certified.
Brown Bag Deli
2 Chatham Centre
Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
412-471-3354
www.brownbagdeli.com
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Brown Bag Deli is a great place to stop for a quick lunch of sandwich and soup.
Charley’s Grilled Subs
120 Fifth Ave.
Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-325-7011
www.charleys.com
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Charley’s Grilled Subs’ menu includes cheesesteak subs, deli subs, grilled salads, gourmet fries and freshly squeezed lemonade.
Cory’s Subs
212 10th St.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-281-7303
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Cory’s proudly offers high quality meats, cheeses and bread from local venders.
Courthouse Tavern
310 Forbes Ave.
Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m., Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
412-338-8608
http://www.courthousetavern.com/
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The Courthouse Tavern staff serves as drinking consultants and food gurus.
