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Top of the morning: Morningside's 3 top spots

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Published on July 09, 2018
Top of the morning: Morningside's 3 top spotsBulldog Pub. | Photo: Yelp

Planning to spend some time in Morningside? Get to know this Pittsburgh neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a pub to a pizza shop.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Morningside, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Bulldog Pub

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Topping the list is sports bar Bulldog Pub, which offers pizza and more. Located at 1818 Morningside Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 50 reviews on Yelp.

"Great place to watch a game and grab some beer and food," wrote Yelper Kayla F. "They open up garage doors when the weather is nice, which provides for a good atmosphere."

"I may be partial to this place because I live in Morningside, but I really do believe it is one of the best bars in Pittsburgh," added Wes N.

"Bulldog pub is the perfect neighborhood spot.," wrote Erin W. "They have a wide selection of items on their menu that will please even the pickiest person in your group."

2. Lock & Dam Dog Shop / Allegheny Ice Cream

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Next up is both Lock & Dam Dog Shop and Allegheny Ice Cream, a one-two punch at 7331 Butler St., where you can score hot dogs, burgers and soft serve.

Here's what people have to say about Lock & Dam Dog Shop:

"Pretty awesome and right across from the zoo," wrote Mark D.  "The Western Dog was tasty. My daughter had the Bacon Mac Dog. She demolished it."

"I highly suggest the Grunge Dog with cream cheese, jalepenos and onions (and bacon)," added Gordon F.

"This is one of the best places for hot dogs and ice cream in the city," wrote Yelper Brad S. "Clean, friendly service, and a nice selection of unique dogs."

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As for Allegheny Ice Cream, here's what Yelpers have written:

"My favorite place to get soft serve on this side of town," wrote Jessica F. "Great service, awesome prices, and a little patio to sit on and look out over the river."

"The customer service is what keeps me coming back time and time again," added Matt H. "This place is a serious throwback when it comes to friendliness and knowing how to treat the customer right."

3. Eddie's Pizza Haus

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Eddie's Pizza Haus, an Italian spot that offers pizza, salads and more, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 15 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1744 Chislett St. to see for yourself.

"Everything from the cheese to the crust on the pizza is just right," wrote Yelper Wes N. "The folks working there always seem pretty friendly too."

"I've been eating this since I was a kid," added Chelsea W. "It's never changed and the prices haven't really either. It's a great place if you want local neighborhood pizza."

"Great tasting pizza for an unbeatable price," wrote Charlie D.