Visiting East Allegheny, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Pittsburgh neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a deli to a bistro.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in East Allegheny, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood eateries. Read on for the results.
1. North Shore Deli
Topping the list is deli North Shore Deli. Located at 539 E. Ohio St., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 30 reviews on Yelp.
This spot serves huge sandwiches, hoagies, soups and salads. Try to finish the Reuben sandwich, made with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. Or sink your teeth into the Mazeroski Way, a triple-decker corned beef and hot pastrami with Swiss cheese, coleslaw and Russian dressing on Pittsburgh rye bread. (Here's the full menu.)
Yelper Ashley wrote, "Absolute favorite place for a hot Reuben. I don't know what the heck they put in this thing, but it's fantastic. 100% recommend. There's a reason this place has 5 stars."
2. Max's Allegheny Tavern
Next up is German pub and restaurant Max's Allegheny Tavern, situated at 537 Suismon St. With four stars out of 223 reviews on Yelp, this little piece of Germany in the Northside has proven to be a local favorite.
The spot serves German classics like Sauerbraten, Knackwurst with Kraut, Bratwurst and six varieties of schnitzel. Try the Baked Kassler Rippchen, which is smoked pork chops simmered in homemade sauerkraut and served with mustard sauce. Wash it all down with one of the German beers on tap. (Find the menu here.)
Yelper Steve G. wrote, "If you love authentic German food, you'll want to discover this hidden treasure in the Northside... It is a historic tavern and restaurant that has been here seemingly forever with the best German food in town. Come hungry and you'll leave stuffed."
3. Arnold's Tea
Tea room Arnold's Tea, which offers sandwiches and desserts along with its brews, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 502 E. Ohio St., 4.5 stars out of 67 reviews.
This spot serves coffee and tea, along with sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups and dessert. The basic tea offered daily includes English Breakfast tea, gunpowder green and the barista's choice. Other options include signature teas like twisted ginger, white teas and and green teas from around the world.
Arnold's Tea also sells specialty tea blends that you can take home and brew for yourself. (Check out the menu here.)
Yelper Monica S. wrote, "I stumbled in on a nice summer day. Perfect for an iced tea. I went with the twisted ginger. It was great and refreshing. Loved the actual pieces of ginger and slices of lemon. There was lots of space to sit and work and the interior looked comfy and inviting."
4. Bistro To Go
Bistro To Go, a New American spot that offers salads, sandwiches and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 62 Yelp reviews. Head over to 415 E. Ohio St., Suite A to see for yourself.
This spot offers a different menu for every day of the week, but the New Orleans shrimp, crab and chicken gumbo is available everyday. If you stop in on a Wednesday, try the Buffalo chicken mac and cheese. On Friday order the honey BBQ meatloaf with frizzled onions. The bistro also offers gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options daily. (Here's the menu.)
Yelper Megan Z. wrote, "Can't say enough about Bistro to Go! Have used their catering for many events and it is top notch. All of the staff are courteous and professional."
5. Legends Eatery
Finally, there's Legends Eatery, a local favorite with four stars out of 150 reviews. Stop by 500 E. North Ave. to hit up the Italian spot, which offers desserts and salads, next time you're in the neighborhood.
This spot serves Italian food to Northsiders. On the menu, expect bruschetta and fried house-made mozzarella from the small plate section, a full selection of pastas and specialties like Veal Parmigiano and La Chicken Caccia with roasted red peppers and capers.
Stop in Tuesday, when you can get Chef Dan's Greens and Beans for 99 cents with an entree. (Check out the full menu here.)
Yelper Sarah S. wrote, "Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had. Great service as well. ...What I'm most excited to talk about, however, is the coconut cream pie. OMFG. The best dessert I think I've ever had."
