Dining Guide: Downtown

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.