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The Pitt News

Viva Los Tacos on Forbes Avenue in Oakland.

Oakland restaurants on Forbes score with Pitt athletes

By Camille de Jesus, Staff Writer August 29, 2024

Good meals off the field make for great performances on it. In addition to hitting the books, student athletes will take to the field, track and court as fall sports pick up — bringing action from soccer,...

Opinion | Never pay full price when grabbing a quick meal

Opinion | Never pay full price when grabbing a quick meal

By Thomas Riley, Opinions Editor August 28, 2024

You’ve neglected to buy groceries for the week, and the contents of your fridge consist of a few eggs, some 10-day-old blueberries and one hot dog. Your last remaining bun for said hot dog feels like...

Opinion | People’s favorite food places in Pittsburgh

Opinion | People’s favorite food places in Pittsburgh

By Irene Moran, Staff Columnist August 26, 2024
Whether it’s on the University of Pittsburgh's campus, Downtown near Duquesne or across the river in the South Side, Pittsburgh residents have many options to choose from.
Students wait for their orders in front of Shake Smart in the Petersen Events Center.

Opinion | What places on campus deserve the meal swap?

By Grace Harris, Staff Columnist August 26, 2024
My plate at The Eatery was a hodgepodge of any good things I could find. While that wasn't always bad, I simply craved a cohesive meal. 
Pitt fans tailgating outside of Heinz Field on Saturday.

Pitt students share favorite spots and snacks for a game day tailgate

By Sara Meyer, Senior Staff Writer August 26, 2024

There are many aspects of the college football season that Pitt students look forward to — dressing up in royal blue and gold, the view of Pittsburgh from Acrisure Stadium, the victory lights that illuminate...

People sit around a table with pitchers of drinks at Hemingway’s.

Best bars restaurants and foods in Pittsburgh to watch sports

By Grace McNally, Staff Writer August 25, 2024

From Pitt’s campus to the city of Pittsburgh, there is never a shortage of sporting events to watch year-round in the Steel City. Nobody has enough time to go to every game, so what better way to watch...

Pitt students dive into chips and dip while watching a Pitt football game from home.

The Pitt News Sports Desk lists their favorite restaurants to eat at when watching Pitt football games

By The Pitt News Staff October 18, 2023

Whether chowing down on a hotdog at PNC Park or enjoying a burger in the parking lot outside Acrisure Stadium, there is no better duo than food and sports. Some fans enjoy simple, greasy food before games,...

Students flow in and out of The Perch in Sutherland Hall.

Opinion | Eating on campus is difficult for students with dietary restrictions

By Emily O'Neil, Senior Staff Columnist October 18, 2023
Finding accessible food options around campus is difficult for students, especially those with dietary restrictions.
Customers order at Burrito Bowl in the Petersen Events Center.

From tacos to cookies: A run-down of on-campus dining options

By Patrick Diana, Staff Writer October 17, 2023
While the Eatery and the Perch remain campus staples, it’s easy for students to get tired of eating at the same places every day. Thankfully, campus touts many different dining locations serving everything from smoothies and salads to tacos and burgers.
Opinion | The United States has a food accessibility, not obesity, epidemic

Opinion | The United States has a food accessibility, not obesity, epidemic

By Grace DeLallo, For The Pitt News September 29, 2021
The bitter reality is that the food crisis in the U.S. is caused by many reasons — food deserts, a lack of healthy and affordable options and unreliable school meals. 
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