American
Bruegger’s Bagels
1719 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 6 a.m. to… American
Bruegger’s Bagels
1719 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
412-422-2814
www.brueggers.com
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This famous franchise is an affordable alternative to your usual breakfast Pop-Tart. The eatery offers an array of bagels and original cream cheeses in addition to several sandwiches and salads.
Eat’n Park
1816 Murray Ave.
Open 24 hours
412-422-7203
www.eatnpark.com
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This historic diner opened its first location in the South Hills of Pittsburgh in 1949 and continues to be a family favorite to this day.
Fanattics
1704 Shady Ave.
Monday to Friday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday to Sunday 11 to 2 a.m.
412-422-5040
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This eatery offers all the comforts of a traditional sports bar with a menu of gourmet proportions.
Four Wood Grille
5840 Forward Ave.
3 to 10 p.m.
412-422-5027
www.fourwoodgrille.com
Price: $ to $$
Panther Funds: no
This traditional pub offers everything from wings and steaks to hoagies.
Gullifty’s
1922 Murray Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to midnight, Friday to Saturday 11 to 1 a.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to midnight
412-521-8222
www.gulliftys.us
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Famous for its after-dinner treats, this restaurant’s dessert menu is sure to make your mouth water.
Murray Avenue Grill
1720 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday brunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Sunday dinner 3 to 11 p.m., Bar is open every night from 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
412-521-1272
www.murrayavenuegrill.com
Price: $ to $$
Panther Funds: no
This bar and grill, located in the heart of Squirrel Hill, serves up casual American cuisine in a swanky setting.
My Little Outback
1936 Murray Ave.
Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-325-1040
www.mylittleoutback.com
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This cafe and play center is the perfect place for a day of relaxation and family fun.
Pamela’s Diner
5813 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
412-422-9457
www.pamelasdiner.com
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This mom-and-pop diner, known for its hot cakes and omelets, is a morning favorite for Pitt students.
Pittsburgh Bagel Factory
5885 Forbes Ave.
Monday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
412-521-8100
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This local bagel joint is the perfect place to lounge and grab a bite between classes.
Silky’s
1731 Murray Ave.
Monday to Friday 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday to Sunday 11 to 2 a.m.
412-421-9222
Price: $
Known for their many flat screen TVs, Silky’s boasts an extensive variety of beers on tap.
Smallman Street Deli
1912 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
412-421-3354
www.smallmanstreetdeli.com/
Price: $
The matzo ball soup and corned beef sandwiches are sure to attract customers and diners alike to the deli’s branch location on Murray Avenue.
Squirrel Hill Cafe
5802 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Tuesday 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., Wednesday to Friday 11 to 2 a.m., Saturday noon to 2 a.m., Sunday 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
412-521-3327
Price: $
Known locally as “The Cage,” the Squirrel Hill Cafe attracts patrons of all stripes with its atmosphere and drink specials.
Uncle Sam’s Submarines
5808 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-521-7827
Price: $
A college-student staple when it comes to fresh subs, Uncle Sam’s cheese steak is widely considered to be one of the best around.
Italian
La Cucina Flegrea
2114 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 5 to 10 p.m.
412-521-2802
lacucinaflegrea.com/
Price: $$
With a wide variety of fish selections, La Cucina Flegrea specializes in providing an authentic Italian experience.
Mexican
Cuzamil Restaurante Mexicano
2109 Murray Ave.
11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-521-3250
www.cuzamilpgh.com/
Price: $$
A relaxed atmosphere and chihuahua cheese make this Mexican restaurant one of the newer spots worth stopping by on Squirrel Hill’s Murray Avenue.
Tango Cafe
5806 Forward Ave.
Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
412-421-1390
www.tangocafepgh.com/
Price: $
Located at the corner of Murray and Forward avenues, the Cafe remains a Squirrel Hill favorite for picking up a coffee and a pastry.
Middle Eastern
Milky Way
2120 Murray Ave.
Monday to Thursday, Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
412-421-3121
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Milky Way serves vegetarian and Kosher dishes, including Chinese and Italian cuisines.
Sababa Middle Eastern Grill
2121 Murray Ave.
Tuesday to Sunday noon to 9 p.m., closed Monday
412-422-8000
sababapgh.com
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
At Sababa, diners get more than a tasty bite to eat — this restaurant offers up the whole Middle Eastern experience. The atmosphere, the aromas and authentic kosher meat make this Pittsburgh gem the best thing short of traveling overseas.
Mediterranean
Aladdin’s Eatery
5878 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-421-5100
www.aladdinseatery.com
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Those who are adventurous in their choice of cuisine will certainly be rewarded by the healthy and delicious Lebanese/American blend found at Aladdin’s Eatery. Its vegetarian pitas, soups and signature “pitzas” mean delightful ethnic cuisine is only a mere bus ride away.
Greek Gourmet
2130 Murray Ave.
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
412-422-2998
$
Panther Funds: no
There’s nothing like homemade hummus, baklava and gyros to make your tummy want to go Greek. This little quick-stop for lunch also offers traditional Greek grocery items.
Mediterranean Grill
5824 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-521-5505
$$
Panther funds: no
Baba ghannouj is not only fun to say … it’s fun to eat at this popular little nook located on Forbes next to Murray Ave. It might be hiding out on the lower floor of a professional building, but finding it is like a treasure hunt — and the warm pita bread and yummy wraps are definitely a great reward.
Taza 21
1827 Murray Ave.
Tuesday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday noon to 11 p.m., Sunday 12:30 to 8:30 p.m., closed Monday
412-904-2764
www.taza21.com
$
Panther Funds: no
What is a shwarma? Allow your taste buds to find out at Taza 21, Squirrel Hill’s stop for this Middle Eastern delight, which is a wrap filled with chicken or lamb, tahini sauce, greens and aromatic spices. This restaurant even features a delivery service, so you need not venture far to experience the best of the Middle East.
Indian
Sree’s Foods
2103 Murray Ave.
Monday to Friday 5 to 9 p.m.
412-860-9181
www.srees.com
$
Panther Funds: no
This Indian restaurant was started by a biologist and professional cook who originated from the ancient city of Hyderabad, India. The food is authentic, tasty and nutritious. You’ll find the best of India at Sree’s.
Pizza
Aiello’s Pizza
2112 Murray Ave.
11 to 2 a.m.
412-521-9973 or 412-521-0226
www.aiellospizza.com
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Whether you’re in the mood for red or white pizza, or feeling a little adventurous and want to try a gourmet recipe such as Caesar pizza, Buffalo Chicken Wing pizza or Hawaiian pizza, you’re covered at Aiello’s Italian eatery.
Pizza Amier
5804 Forward Ave
Mon-Thu 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
412-422-2000
Price: $-$$
Panther Funds: No
This no frills-pizza joint serves up food near the corner of Murray and Forward avenues.
Pizza Bellino
5839 Forbes Ave
Mon-Thu, Sun 10 a.m.-1 a.m.; Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-2 a.m.
412-521-2111
Price: $-$$
Panther Funds: No
This quaint pizza place also serves a variety of pastas.
Italian Village Pizza
5886 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to midnight, Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 9 p.m.
412-422-1300
www.italianvillagepizza.com/
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
With more than 20 locations including one in Italy, the people at Italian Village know pizza. Also offered are wings, hoagies and gyros, and that’s just the beginning at this saucy Pittsburgh restaurant.
Lucci’s Pizza
1900 Murray Ave.
Sunday 3 to 10 p.m., Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight
412-422-9600
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
It might be located in Pittsburgh, but when you try Lucci’s thick-crusted pizza, you’ll think you’re in Chicago. It’s got great pies, a friendly staff and even tiramisu.
Mineo’s Pizza House
2128 Murray Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 to 1 a.m., Friday to Saturday 11 to 2 a.m.
412-521-2053
www.mineospizza.com
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Mineo’s not only offers great pizza and other Italian staples such as lasagna — it is a family-owned restaurant steeped in tradition. The same classic pizza recipe used by the owners’ father in 1958 is still being prepared daily, because you don’t mess with something that tastes so good.
Napoli Pizzeria
2006 Murray Ave.
Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to midnight.
412-521-1744
www.napolipizzasqhill.com/
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
Napoli’s has been serving pizza to Pittsburgh for more than 25 years, and there seems to be no end in sight. This restaurant is known for its reasonably priced and delicious pizzas, calzones, hoagies and Italian entrees. It even offers pizza by the slice.
Asian
Bangkok Balcony
5846 Forbes Ave.
Sunday to Thursday noon to 10 p.m., Friday to Saturday noon to 11 p.m.
412-521-0728
bangkokbalconypgh.com/
Price: $$
Pumpkin curry and a placid atmosphere make Bangkok Balcony one of Pittsburgh’s premier Thai restaurants.
Bubble Pi Baking Arts
2218 Murray Ave.
412-422-0993
9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
bubblepi.com/
Price: $
One of the few places in Pittsburgh that sells Asian buns, this colorful little bakery never fails to lure in customers.
Chaya Japanese Cuisine
2032 Murray Ave.
5 to 9:45 p.m.
412-422-2082
www.chayausa.com/
Price: $$
This cozy sushi house was recently relocated to a larger location, but its menu of affordable sushi still manages to keep the diners coming and the place packed.
Chopsticks
2018 Murray Ave.
Monday to Friday 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
412-421-1920
Price: $ to $$
Panther Funds: yes
Chopsticks offers satisfying portions at a decent price in a new, small setting.
How Lee Chinese
5888 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 10 p.m.
412-422-1888
Price: $
Panther Funds: yes
The food is tasty and spiced to perfection at a reasonable price for college students.
Kamei Chinese
2209 Murray Ave.
Tuesday to Sunday noon to 10 p.m.
412-422-2828
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
Kamei Chinese offers two menus for Hong Kong and American-style Chinese food, promising to satisfy customers from both sides of the globe.
New Dumpling House
2138 Murray Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday 1 to 10 p.m.
412-422-4178
Price: $ to $$
Panther Funds: no
Prices are fair and the food is reasonable at this Squirrel Hill restaurant.
Pacific Ring
1900 Murray Ave.
Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.
412-421-3338
www.pacificringpittsburgh.com/
Price: $$
Panther Funds: yes
Head in to order from a lunch, dinner or sushi menu. Have a sit-down meal or order in.
Sakura Teppanyaki & Sushi
5882 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4:30 to 11 p.m.; Saturday 1 to 11 p.m., Sunday 1 to 9 p.m.
412-422-7188
Price: $$
Panther Funds: yes
Specially trained chefs make some of the best sushi in Pittsburgh in a great sit-down environment.
Silk Elephant
1712 Murray Ave.
Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
412-421-8801
www.silkelephant.net/
Price: $$$
Panther Funds: no
This restaurant focuses on a selection of wines and cocktails to accompany dinner — ID required.
Sun Penang
5829 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
412-421-7600
Price: $$-$$$
Panther Funds: yes
Sun Penang offers a lengthy selection of Chinese meat, vegetable and noodle dishes to satisfy any craving.
Sushi House
2130 Murray Ave.
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-422-9306
Price: $-$$
Panther Funds: no
It’s all in the name — this place is the home of sushi dish specialties.
Zaw’s Asian Food
2110 Murray Ave.
Tuesday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday noon to 9 p.m.
412-521-3663
Price: $-$$
Panther Funds: no
This hole-in-the-wall place offers a large selection of Asian foods.
Sweets
Allegro Hearth Bakery
2034 Murray Ave.
Monday to Saturday 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
412-422-5623
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
This bakery offers life’s two essentials — breads and pastries — at extraordinarily cheap prices.
Baskin-Robbins
5819 Forbes Ave.
11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
412-521-3100
www.baskinrobbins.com/
Ice Cream: $
Cake: $$
Panther Funds: no
This international chain pulls no punches: If you like ice cream, come to Baskin-Robbins. It’s a simple pitch, but it works.
Cold Stone Creamery
5800 Forbes Ave.
Sunday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
412-422-2291
www.coldstonecreamery.com
Ice Cream: $
Cake: $$-$$$
Panther Funds: no
Cold Stone, despite being a national chain, draws no resentment from local-minded college students — the ice cream is simply too delicious.
Gluuteny Bakery
1923 Murray Ave.
Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-521-4890
www.gluuteny.com/
Price: $-$$
Panther Funds: no
Health — or spelling — is not a concern for Gluuteny Bakery, a gluten and casein-free eatery on Murray Avenue.
Ice Cream Shoppe on Forbes
5885 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Friday 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
412-521-7550
www.benjerry.com
Ice Cream: $
Cake: $$-$$$
Panther Funds: no
The ice cream of Ben & Jerry’s needs no introduction — stop by the Shoppe on Forbes for a taste of an American tradition.
Razzy Fresh Frozen Yogurt
1717 Murray Ave.
2 to 11:30 p.m.
412-521-3145
www.razzyfresh.com/
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
Razzy Fresh offers a guilt-free fusion of two elements: berries and frozen yogurt.
Rita’s Italian Ice
5880 Forbes Ave.
noon to 9 p.m.
412-421-6320
www.ritasfranchises.com/stores/store.cfm/Forbes%20Street-15217/store/820
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
You tasted the free samples during the activities fair — time to ordain your love of flavored ice and frozen yogurt.
Rose Tea Cafe
5874 Forbes Ave.
Monday to Friday 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday to Sunday 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
412-421-2238
Price: $$
Panther Funds: no
This cafe boasts a wealth of tantalizing bubble teas, in addition to Taiwanese cuisine.
Sweet Tammy’s
2119 Murray Ave.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday by appointment, Tuesday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
1-877-800-6335
www.sweet-tammys.com/
Price: $
Panther Funds: no
Don’t be put off by its “kosher, non-dairy” label — with a host of treats, Sweet Tammy’s doesn’t sacrifice flavor for custom.
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