Discover the Burgh - Sharing the Best of Pittsburgh, PA
Discover the Burgh is a Pittsburgh blog focused on sharing the best things to see, do, eat, and experience in southwest Pennsylvania.| Discover the Burgh
Discover the Burgh is a Pittsburgh blog focused on sharing the best things to see, do, eat, and experience in southwest Pennsylvania.| Discover the Burgh
In recent years, it feels like the Pittsburgh region is embracing its rivers, with more and more river activities coming out as time goes on. In Beaver, a unique boat tour, Cat Boat Excursions, recently opened and offers a fun way to get out and explore the Ohio River and nearby Raccoon Creek in a ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
We have a soft spot for all things Oktoberfest, and after getting to enjoy the celebration in Munich for its wild party, we love checking out all of the Pittsburgh Oktoberfest celebrations that take place throughout September (and spill into October). As there are no shortage of events taking place in breweries and other public ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
September in Pittsburgh often brings about the first signs of fall. The temperatures start to decrease below 80, fall festivals and seasonal attractions open up, school is back in session, and more. While the looming season change may first be noticeable in this month, there are still plenty of wonderful things to do during the ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
The Teetotal Initiative helps individuals in the greater Pittsburgh area sustain sobriety, and is a great organization for those who are sober and sober curious. One part of their work is to help encourage restaurants and bars to offer non-alcoholic mocktails on their menus and have options for everyone. The Pittsburgh Mocktail Mixer brought all ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
Saint Anthony Chapel in Troy Hill is one of the most interesting houses of worship in the city, and somewhat of a pilgrimage spot for the faithful. Why is that? It is thought to be| Discover the Burgh
The Distillery Complex by Big Spring Spirits was many years in the making. We have been following along with their restoration efforts of the Joseph S. Finch rickhouse building in South Side with great interest, as it is our personal opinion that Pittsburgh could use way more bars and restaurants with city (and river) views. ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
We love how many festivals we have in southwest PA focusing on our regional libations. For those who like wine and spirits and want to check out a festival with a relaxed vibe, don't overlook the Allegheny County Wine & Spirits Festival each July. This one brings roughly two dozen local producers to the stunning ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
Touchstone Center for Crafts in Farmington, PA, is an artist oasis in the heart of the Laurel Highlands, about 90 minutes outside of downtown Pittsburgh After many years hearing about this one, we made our way down for a Friday Date Night ceramics class as guests of the center, and truly regret waiting so long ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
One complaint we hear on a regular basis about exploring downtown Pittsburgh is that it is expensive to park. We always thought this was an interesting statement, given that Pittsburgh's parking garages are, in our| Discover the Burgh
August in Pittsburgh is most certainly the peak of summer. Numerous sunny days means a number of great outdoor events, as well as many opportunities to beat the heat with ice cream, a cold adult beverage, a museum with air conditioning, and more. In this one, we wanted to share some of the best things ... Read more| Discover the Burgh
When it comes to enjoying fields of sunflowers near Pittsburgh, we have to admit that we're quite spoiled. Between the many farms open to get photos within a field and others open for pick your| Discover the Burgh
Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings got its start in Flushing, New York, a few decades ago and has since garnered a huge following, expanding to multiple locations in several states. Needless to say, the opening of| Discover the Burgh
We've been awaiting the public opening of The Storyville Lounge in Allentown for many years. This gorgeous speakeasy space was built several years ago and used for private events (with open houses during the bi-annual| Discover the Burgh
Did you know Pittsburgh is home to a professional Ultimate Frisbee team? The Pittsburgh Thunderbirds are part of the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) and play their home games at Highmark Stadium throughout the season, typically| Discover the Burgh
The Maridon Museum is a bit of a surprising find in Butler, as it focuses on stunning art from East Asia- particularly China and Japan (amongst others). You may ask, "why is Butler of all| Discover the Burgh
When it comes to playing mini golf in Pittsburgh, there is no shortage of options in the region. From the historic courses that have been around for years to modern designs with every bell and| Discover the Burgh
In April 2022, Healthy Ride formally launched a rebrand to be called POGOH. Stations are being replaced and availability is presently limited. We will update this article accordingly when the POGOH stations are fully available| Discover the Burgh
As soon as it becomes fall in Pittsburgh, a certain ambiance comes about (and no, we're not talking about pumpkin spiced everything). This ambiance grows throughout the month of October before culminating in a holiday| Discover the Burgh
Unlike other attractions in the city, you'll have no problem spotting Randyland from a distance. This outdoor art studio, if you can call it that, is quite possibly the most colorful spot in all of| Discover the Burgh
In a neighborhood full of colleges and universities, you might not expect to find much more in the way of dining besides fast food and coffee shops. However, there are several bright spots in the| Discover the Burgh
Baby Loves Tacos is a popular taco joint that opened its first brick and mortar store in Bloomfield in early 2018. The restaurant opening was eagerly anticipated as this one hosted frequent pop-ups around Pittsburgh| Discover the Burgh
Please note: As of 2021, the restaurant seems only open to overnight guests at Nemacolin and resort/club members. From the moment you walk into Nemacolin's Falling Rock, the property's boutique luxury hotel (located about a| Discover the Burgh
In 2025, Crapteka will run for three weekends only, January 17th to February 2nd. If you've spent any amount of time on this site, specifically on our Pittsburgh restaurant reviews database, you would know that| Discover the Burgh
Scratch has changed concepts since our last visit and expanded to include pop up nights, a cafe, and more. As such, our review of their current food and beverage offering is likely not accurate. We| Discover the Burgh
One of the things I love about traveling around Japan is the odd assortment of restaurants and food vendors you can visit. From the famed sushi masters, teppanyaki stalls, izakaya bars, to conveyor belt| Discover the Burgh
Our quest to find Pittsburgh's best burger brought us to the popular local chain Burgatory, which prides itself on having organic and all natural ingredients, massive portions, and a devious selection of meats ranging from| Discover the Burgh
Colangelo's is one of many spots in Pittsburgh's iconic Strip District that is tucked away and easy to miss. Located right next to popular coffee roaster La Prima, this spot serves up an array of| Discover the Burgh
Wholey's in the Strip District is a feast for the senses in every corner of the store. Whether you're in the seafood section, meat department, or simply checking out the produce this one certainly has| Discover the Burgh
V3 Pizza used to have two locations in Pittsburgh- one downtown and one in Lawrenceville. We visited the downtown location for this review (which has since closed); however, the Lawrenceville location is still open. The| Discover the Burgh
When you think of popular Pittsburgh neighborhoods, you may instantly assume that any given one is home to several hotels for visitors. For a few, you'd be right. But there are many neighborhoods in the| Discover the Burgh
Pittsburghers seem to like re-purposing old buildings and giving them new concepts and new lives. Maybe that's why The Abbey on Butler Street, a funeral home turned restaurant, seems to fit right in. Not only| Discover the Burgh
Dive Bar is, in contrast with its name, a modern gastropub with three locations in the area in Lawrenceville, South Side, and Wexford. The menu features several standard bar favorites like burgers and wings but| Discover the Burgh
If you think the hardy, savory flavors of Eastern European cuisine can only be achieved with ingredients like meat and cheese, take a trip to Apteka in Bloomfield and prepare to be wowed by their| Discover the Burgh
If there is any neighborhood in Pittsburgh that would be the perfect case study for a revival, Lawrenceville would be it. In just under 10 years the neighborhood went from being one you likely never| Discover the Burgh
Note: Some of the Turkish pizzas and specialties mentioned below may no longer be offered at some Ephesus locations. At last check, the downtown Pittsburgh and Aspinwall location still offered some of the menu items| Discover the Burgh
If you would've asked us about Pittsburgh's barbecue scene when we started this site, we probably would've replied with a sarcastic "what barbecue scene?" To put it bluntly: while there were a few gems scattered around,| Discover the Burgh
Since founding Discover the Burgh in 2015, we have made it our mission to visit every business, restaurant, attraction, and public space Pittsburgh has to offer. We do this not just through a Google search, but| Discover the Burgh
Zombie Den was canceled for the 2020 season and we are unsure if this one is returning for 2021. Are you looking for some libations to go with your Halloween fun in Pittsburgh? Look no| Discover the Burgh
When it comes to drinking in Pittsburgh, we have a number of great options ranging from beer, to wine, to liquor, and even a strong scene of local producers for all three of those as| Discover the Burgh
We always want a good party in Pittsburgh, and when it comes to a food and beverage celebration, Pittsburgh Magazine always does it right. In the past, we have attended events like their Best of| Discover the Burgh
You may know Soldiers and Sailors Hall as that gorgeous memorial on Fifth Avenue in Oakland. It is almost impossible to miss. But did you know that this hall contains one of the city's largest| Discover the Burgh
Ki Pollo has now become Nanban by Chef Roger Li. The restaurant features favorites from this one plus Ki Ramen and new dishes. Ki Pollo is the brainchild of Roger Li (Umami) and Domenic Branduzzi| Discover the Burgh
Tessaro's is old school. Upon stepping inside, everything from the waitresses calling you sweetie to the 1980s computer behind the bar suggests you've entered some sort of time capsule. After checking out so many up-and-coming| Discover the Burgh
If you've spent any amount of time on our site, you may have seen our review for Oishii Bento in Oakland. This small restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood serves up an array of| Discover the Burgh
I remember when Wigle Whiskey opened their doors in Pittsburgh. I was so excited that the craft spirits scene was taking off, and eager to get my hands on any of the (limited) concoctions that| Discover the Burgh
Almost everyone is down for a good cocktail, and we are spoiled with a number of truly awesome cocktail bars in Pittsburgh that specialize in these creative beverages. We've been exploring many of the best| Discover the Burgh
City Winery has been taking the entertainment world by storm with its unique combination of being one part winery, one part entertainment complex. While City Winery has been operating in several major cities in the| Discover the Burgh
We are big fans of all things mini golf in Pittsburgh, and always get excited when more courses open in the city. The Strip District is becoming a hub for modern mini golf, with two| Discover the Burgh
Walter's Southern Kitchen is a Texas style barbecue joint located in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood that opened in 2018. While this one has an array of sides, starters, and even brunch, when I visited this one| Discover the Burgh
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When Pusadee's Garden closed in 2017 for renovations, we thought they'd be open the following year. 2018 came and went, so did 2019, and so did 2020 all without hearing a single update about the| Discover the Burgh
When it comes to Frank Lloyd Wright in the Laurel Highlands, you likely know of Fallingwater. You've probably also heard of Kentuck Knob just a few miles away. But did you know that there is| Discover the Burgh
The Tryp Hotel opened in Lawrenceville in 2019 and had a few unique features about it. First, it is found in a former school. Second, it is the first hotel to open in Lawrenceville (something| Discover the Burgh
The aptly named North Park in northern Allegheny County is a popular spot for those looking to enjoy a day out for hiking in the woods, walking along the paved lake path, or taking in| Discover the Burgh
The 16,725-acre Moraine State Park is one of the largest parks in western Pennsylvania and is located approximately 40 miles north of downtown Pittsburgh. With land and water activities aplenty, this park is one of| Discover the Burgh
One of the things we love about Pittsburgh is its proximity to nature. We may be a large city, but it is incredibly easy to get out and hike through the beauty of Pennsylvania when| Discover the Burgh
What do you get when you take a historic house in Harmony, PA that is said to be haunted, add in a German-inspired restaurant, and put on a draft beer list from one of the| Discover the Burgh
Discover the Burgh is a Pittsburgh blog by Jeremy and Angie, a married couple that loves to discover new things at home and around the world. Our sole quest at Discover the Burgh is to| Discover the Burgh
Lawrence Hall in Lawrenceville is a modern food hall with multiple dining stalls and a bar serving up a variety of cuisine styles, drinks, and desserts. The two-story space is a historic building from the| Discover the Burgh
If you've frequented Market Square in recent years, you may be familiar with the Wine Bar at Market Street Grocery. This little hangout spot tucked away in the back of the small grocery store offered| Discover the Burgh
The Richard DeShantz Restaurant Group has been making an interesting move in recent years by turning its conventionally high-end restaurants in the Cultural District into fast-casual concepts in Bakery Square. First was Tako Torta, which| Discover the Burgh
The Strip District is one of our favorite neighborhoods in Pittsburgh for a number of reasons. It is home to a large assortment of international grocery stores and retailers, boutique shops, independent merchants, and several| Discover the Burgh
One of the things I love about our goal of visiting every attraction in Pittsburgh is uncovering a hidden gem that most who live in the city may not even know about. The Bayernhof Museum| Discover the Burgh
