Want to check out the newest businesses to open in Oakland? From a bistro to a build-your-own-bowl shop, read on for a list of the newest hotspots to debut in this area of Pittsburgh.
Eliza: A Hot Metal Bistro
331 Technology Dr.
Eliza: A Hot Metal Bistro is a New American breakfast and brunch spot.
The new restaurant is located at the Hotel Indigo Technology Park, near the Hot Metal Bridge. In addition to weekend brunch and lengthy breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, the locally owned eatery has both a patio and a rooftop bar.
Yelp users are excited about Eliza, which currently holds five stars out of two reviews on the site.
Yelper Kimberly T., who reviewed Eliza: A Hot Metal Bistro on June 6, wrote, "The salmon was cooked perfectly, as was the asparagus. Asparagus is my favorite vegetable and some places just can't get it right. Here, they nailed it.
"The only real drawback I can see is having to deal with rush hour traffic," added Yelper Arlene M. "Other than that it is well worth a visit. Good food at reasonable prices. You can't ask for more."
Eliza A Hot Metal Bistro is open from 6:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m., 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.–10 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday and 6:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m., 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Insomnia Cookies
115 Meyran Ave.
Insomnia Cookies is a spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt and desserts.
As the name suggests, Insomnia Cookies is open late, and delivers warm cookies as late as 3 a.m.
Try traditional cookies like chocolate chunk, snickerdoodle, oatmeal raisin or peanut butter chip, or opt for deluxe cookies such as peanut butter chocolate chunk or s'mores. Brownies and "cookiewiches" — two cookies with ice cream in the middle — are also available. Pick up a single cookie at the store, or grab six, 12, 18 or 24 combos in house or have them delivered.
With a 2.5-star rating out of nine reviews on Yelp, Insomnia Cookies is still finding its way.
Sarah W. left this review after visiting the store:
"Fast, friendly service and warm cookies with a variety of different flavors. Cookies aren't too special but they're definitely tasty and on the sweeter side — perfect for a late-night, indulgent snack. It's also fairly priced, at $1.60 per cookie."
Insomnia Cookies is open from 9 a.m.–3 a.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m.–3 a.m. on weekends.
Crave-A-Bowl
3712 Forbes Ave.
Crave-a-Bowl is a spot to score salads and signature bowls, replacing the Qdoba that formerly occupied the space.
According to Christina Yannacci, Pittsburgh native and Crave-a-Bowl's owner, the restaurant is the first location of a franchise, with future locations yet to be announced.
With a 3.5-star Yelp rating out of four reviews on Yelp, Crave-a-Bowl is still building a fan base.
Yelper Eva R. wrote, "I did a create your own regular-sized bowl, but they also have some pre-made options. The price was very reasonable as the regular bowl was $6.99. They do not accept cash."
