The last Saturday in August, a friend of ours was in town from Los Angeles, so we arranged to meet him for some late night dinner and drinks at pretty much the best spot in the entire city for late night dinner and drinks, Butterjoint. Unfortunately, I didn't capture our libations, but what we had … Continue reading 8-27-16 / Butterjoint / Pittsburgh, PA
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8-23-16 / Altius / Pittsburgh, PA
For my birthday this year, I was struggling to come up with a place that we'd all enjoy as a family (my wife and parents). I'm always looking to try somewhere new and something different, but I couldn't think of a place that I'd eaten in the last year that was as special as the … Continue reading 8-23-16 / Altius / Pittsburgh, PA
7-29-16 / Istanbul Sofra / Pittsburgh, PA
Friday night, my wife and I joined my parents for a meal at one of my favorite local Middle Eastern restaurants, Istanbul Sofra. A nice, small restaurant, with a well-curated menu and outstanding hospitality and service, this is one of my favorite local restaurants. Teeming with heart and outstanding quality of food, I love going out … Continue reading 7-29-16 / Istanbul Sofra / Pittsburgh, PA
7-22-16 / Butcher and the Rye / Pittsburgh, PA
While waiting for the Music of David Bowie with the Pittsburgh Symphony to start at Heinz Hall, my wife and I realized we'd yet to make dinner plans, so I quickly called across the street to Butcher and the Rye and made some late-night reservations. I'd never been there before, but my wife had, and she'd greatly enjoyed … Continue reading 7-22-16 / Butcher and the Rye / Pittsburgh, PA
7-15-16 / Chengdu Gourmet / Pittsburgh, PA
Friday evening, my wife and I joined my parents for dinner in Squirrel Hill. For many years, the only options that I had for Chinese food were the few "American" Chinese restaurants in Squirrel Hill. As the city invited more food cultures in and became more receptive to more "ethnic foods", it was inspiring to see more authentic Szechuan Chinese … Continue reading 7-15-16 / Chengdu Gourmet / Pittsburgh, PA
6-24-16 / D’s Six Pax & Dogz / Pittsburgh, PA
Last Friday, my wife and I found ourselves hungry and in Regent Square. We decided to hit up one of our favorites D's Sixpax and Dogz, which we appreciate both for their large (but not overly extensive) menu and unique offerings of hard-to-find bottles of beer and ciders. I love taking friends who visit from … Continue reading 6-24-16 / D’s Six Pax & Dogz / Pittsburgh, PA
6-19-16 / Nancy’s East End Diner / Pittsburgh, PA
Last Sunday morning, before going out to run all of our errands, my wife and I decided to return to a new favorite local spot of ours, Nancy's East End Diner. The best kind of greasy spoon, I've been thoroughly impressed with their high-quality ingredients and friendly, warm service. I went all-out with the "Fat Cat" … Continue reading 6-19-16 / Nancy’s East End Diner / Pittsburgh, PA
6-18-16 / Double Wide Grill / Pittsburgh, PA
The following night, my wife and I wanted to take advantage of the beautiful night and temperate weather, and dine al fresco. I'd never been to the Double Wide Grill and it'd been years since she'd been there. I was still on a Barbecue kick from the previous night's meal at Selma’s Barbeque, so I was quite … Continue reading 6-18-16 / Double Wide Grill / Pittsburgh, PA
6-17-16 / Selma’s Barbeque / Pittsburgh, PA
Last Friday, I had the pleasure of joining a friend for some BBQ out in Moon Township at Selma's Texas Barbeque. A quaint, locally-owned and operated joint, I far prefer their approach to slow smoking their Cue with minimal fuss and allowing the customer to flavor the meat with as much sauce as you may wish … Continue reading 6-17-16 / Selma’s Barbeque / Pittsburgh, PA
6-15-16 / Everyday Noodles / Pittsburgh, PA
On Wednesday night, we took my parents out for a Father's Day meal at his favorite noodle joint in the entire city, Everyday Noodles. Ever since my wife and I took him there a few months back, he's been asking when we could head back and get some more soup dumplings. As always, the meal was … Continue reading 6-15-16 / Everyday Noodles / Pittsburgh, PA
David the Gastronome 