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Pittsburgh's 3 top cafes (that won't break the bank)

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Published on September 27, 2019
Pittsburgh's 3 top cafes (that won't break the bank)Banh Mi & Ti | Photo: Sher Y./Yelp

Looking to try the top cafes around?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable cafes in Pittsburgh, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.

1. Banh Mi & Ti

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Here is Central Lawrenceville's Banh Mi & Ti, situated at 4502 Butler St. With 4.5 stars out of 246 reviews on Yelp, the cafe and Vietnamese spot, serving bubble tea and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option. 

This spot comes from Vietnamese-born sister duo Kellie and Tuyen Truong, who wanted to dedicate an eatery to their childhood favorite sandwich, according to Next Pittsburgh. Along with bánh mì sandwiches like fried tofu with lemongrass and sauce, the menu also offers rice bowls, traditional Vietnamese coffee and bubble tea. 

2. Tazza D'oro

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Highland Park's Tazza D'oro, located at 1125 N. Highland Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap cafe, which offers coffee, tea and more, 4.5 stars out of 164 reviews. 

This coffee shop boasts four Pittsburgh locations, according to its website.  Expect to find eats like smoked salmon bagels, quinoa bowls and spinach and artichoke paninis. 

3. Pear and the Pickle

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Pear and the Pickle, a cafe in Troy Hill, is another much-loved, budget-friendly go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 111 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1800 Rialto St. to see for yourself. 

On the menu, look for bites like meatloaf sandwiches, soup, salads and baked goods. 


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