Spending time in Allegheny West? Get to know this Pittsburgh neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a Thai restaurant to a sandwich joint.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Allegheny West, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Nicky's Thai Kitchen
Topping the list is Thai spot Nicky's Thai Kitchen. Located at 856 Western Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 379 reviews on Yelp.
"After a fun afternoon at The Mattress Factory Museum we headed over to Nicky's for dinner," wrote Yelper Darlene K. "It was a hot day but we could help but go out into their garden outdoor eating area and check it out. So serene and beautifully decorated."
"Great cozy Thai restaurant on the North Shore," added Tricia N. "The pad see ew was flavored just right with a perfect amount of cilantro. The broccoli was just crisp enough and the chicken tender."
"I can always count on this place for great food and atmosphere," wrote Leila I. "Ask to eat in the back garden, it's a must."
2. Peppi's
Next up is Peppi's, a spot to score sandwiches, situated at 927 Western Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 106 reviews on Yelp, it's a proven local favorite.
"Peppi's is a must if you're in the area," wrote Allyson H. "Don't forget your cash though. I live down the street, so I try not to go as often as I want to because it is so good and you'll want to have lunch there every day."
"First time in Pittsburgh and glad I stopped in for dinner," added Tim O. "Great sandwiches and home cut fries. Very busy place, and I have tasted why.
3. Bier's Pub
Pub and cocktail bar Bier's Pub, which offers burgers and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 900 Western Ave., four stars out of 205 reviews.
"My neighborhood favorite," wrote Yelper Mina H. "Bier's is a welcoming, fun, and laid back pub. The food is fresh and always tasty."
"You gotta have the burger," added Fernando S. "Such a great mix of different beefs. I also recommend the War Streets beers. Get yourself a flight."
4. The Modern Cafe
The Modern Cafe, a sports bar and pub that offers sandwiches and more, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 60 Yelp reviews. Head over to 862 Western Ave. to see for yourself.
"A wonderful surprise in Pittsburgh's North Side. It may not look like much but the Greek specialties they had were phenomenal.," wrote Robert L.
"Great bar with a great atmosphere on a Friday night," added Kerry M. "Their happy hour is 4:30pm-7:30pm: perfect for a work happy hour after a long week."
5. Allegheny Sandwich Shoppe
Finally, check out Allegheny Sandwich Shoppe, which has earned four stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp. You can find the breakfast and brunch spot, which offers sandwiches and more, at 822 Western Ave.
"The Allegheny Sandwich shoppe is everything wonderful about Pittsburgh in one spot," commented Dan C.
"The perfect place for a casual, delicious, and filling meal," added Jordan D. "We were craving sandwiches and stopped here for a quick sit-down lunch."
