Eat, Drink—and Be Airy!—East

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors.

3 Stone Merchant

Address: 25 West Otterman Street, Greensburg

Contact: threestonemerchant.com, or 724.834.8010

This gastropub serves inventive modern American cuisine with twists on classic favorites like burgers, salads, wings and pizza. Take your meal on the patio during the warmer months.

Bar Nine

Address: 9 Mount Pleasant Street, Greensburg

Contact: barninegbg.com, or 724.420.5467

A unique gastropub and restaurant! With a mouthwatering selection of food and equally satisfying choices of beer and spirits, this is a great spot to just relax and enjoy the atmosphere, including the outdoor patio.

The Boulevard

Locations: 900 Towne Square Drive, Greensburg

Contact: boulevardrestaurants.com, or 724.420.5955

Find a seat on the patio and take it easy. This family has been in the restaurant business for over 40 years. Enjoy top-quality items including made-from-scratch soups, sauces and specials.

Braddock Public House

Address: 1211 Braddock Avenue, Braddock

Contact: braddockpublichouse.com, or 412.226.8884

Approachable yet elevated bar/restaurant serving beer that is brewed just down the street by Brew Gentlemen. The menu melds Japanese and Hawaiian flavors with Pittsburgh classics. Enjoy your brew and meal on the outdoor patio when weather permits.

Burgatory

Address: 100 Blue Spruce Way, Murrysville

Contact: burgatorybar.com, or 724.519.8960

Some of the best burgers and milkshakes in the region! The scratch kitchen is built on quality, partnering with local dairies, growers, butchers and bakers.

The Café at the Frick

Address: The Frick Museums and Gardens, 7227 Reynolds Street, Point Breeze

Contact: thefrickpittsburgh.org/cafe, or 412.371.0600 (Reservations are recommended.)

Have lunch or high tea on the quaint patio in the inspiring and lush surroundings. Specializing in contemporary American cuisine, enjoy unique, locally sourced seasonal fare for an intimate dining experience.

Carl’s Tavern

Address: 3386 William Penn Highway, Wilkins Township

Contact: facebook.com/WelcomeToCarls, or 412.823.4050

A hidden gem in Wilkins Township! Enjoy favorite pub classics, including delicious burgers and hoagies, with friends this summer either indoors or on the outdoor deck.

Carnivores

Address: 215 Allegheny Avenue, Oakmont

Contact: carnivores-oakmont.com, or 412.820.7427

A newly renovated space offers plenty of elbow room to kick back with friends and family to converse, watch a game on the flat-screen TVs, enjoy live entertainment, or grab a great meal. In the warmer months, large glass garage doors let the outside in or you can sit on the outdoor patio.

Dad’s Pub and Grub

Address: 4320 Northern Pike, Monroeville

Contact: dadspub.com, or 412.856.5666

A favorite hangout for juicy burgers grilled to perfection, signature dogs and other beloved staples of the menu. A covered patio is great for casual outdoor dining.

DeGennaro’s Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 1402 Broad Street, Greensburg

Contact: degennarosrestaurant.com, or 724.836.3938

Try the award-winning pizza, build your own burger, or sample one of the many delicious pasta dishes featuring homemade sauce. Enjoy a summer meal on the deck with friends and family.

dŌ wood-fired

Address: 213 5th Street, Irwin

Contact: dowoodfired.com, or 724.515.2074

Delicious pizza and more! Take advantage of the countless combinations of fresh veggies, local meats and wood-fired flavors as well as the outdoor covered patio.

Eighty Acres Kitchen & Bar

Address: 1910 New Texas Road, Plum

Contact: eightyacreskitchen.com, or 724.519.7304

A refined, modern approach to contemporary American cuisine with a strong emphasis on local farm-to-table products. Feast on seasonally based dishes complemented by homemade desserts and more. Outdoor dining is available on the charming canopied, pergola-styled deck area.

The Firepit Wood Fired Grill

Address: North Huntingdon Square Shopping Center, 8933 Route 30, North Huntingdon

Contact: firepitwoodfiredgrill.com, or 724.515.2903

A local family-owned restaurant focused on chef-inspired food prepared over a hardwood grill. The welcoming environment features a large contemporary bar, spacious outdoor patio and fire pit.

Flowers in the Attic

Address: 7505 Saltsburg Road, Penn Hills

Contact: flowersintheattic.com, or 412.798.2200

A destination for lunch and brunch. Enjoy luscious food, tea service and scrumptious desserts on either the first or second floors, or the wrap-around porch that is open seasonally and provides a beautiful option for dining.

Ginny’s Neighborhood Pizza Joint

Address: 5549 Old William Penn Highway, Murrysville

Contact: ginnyspizza.com, or 724.575.7523

A hip and lively restaurant offering a unique mix of hand-tossed pizzas, homemade pastas, fresh salads and hand-dipped ice cream. It’s located directly off the Westmoreland Heritage bike trail with plenty of outdoor patio seating.

The Golden Goblet

Address: 1741 Golden Mile Highway, Monroeville

Contact: goldengobletrestaurant.com, or 724.327.9936

Featuring award-winning fish sandwiches, this restaurant offers lunch, dinner, a late-night snack and more. Have fun dining on the patio, which has covered and non-covered seating.

The Headkeeper

Address: 618 South Main Street, Greensburg

Contact: theheadkeeper.com, or 724.838.7439

The Headkeeper takes tapas to a new level with an Americanized version of traditional tapas. Various ingredients and flavorful sauces create an eclectic menu for each season. Three bar and dining areas along with an outdoor patio are available.

Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco

Address: 533 Allegheny Avenue, Oakmont

Contact: hoffstots.com, or 412.828.8555

An Oakmont landmark, this full-service restaurant and lounge offers a comprehensive menu and seasonal patio dining. Classic Italian specialties, from antipasto to veal Romano, are served in a homey, comfortable setting.

Ianni’s Pizzeria of Delmont

Address: 5 Freeport Street, Delmont

Contact: iannispizza.com, or 724.468.0002

A 95-year-old family-run restaurant serving wood-fired pizza, sandwiches and salads. The quaint outdoor patio with umbrella-covered tables is the perfect spot on a summer night.

Iceburgh’s Bistro

Address: 223 Fourth Street, Irwin

Contact: iceburghs.com, or 724.382.5085

Take a break for a delicious and fresh lunch on the enclosed side porch! Create your own salad or enjoy artisan pizza, homemade soups or a Hawaiian shaved ice.

J. Corks

Address: 25 East Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg

Contact: jcorks.com, or 724.691.0434

Award-winning modern American cuisine—seasonal and regional! Enjoy lunch, dinner or Happy Hour in the fireside dining room or romantic patio.

Jaffre’s Restaurant & Bar

Address: 827 East Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg

Contact: jaffresrestaurant.com, or 724.838.5372

Great restaurant/bar where you can get a freshly made meal for a reasonable price, served in an awesome atmosphere—including on the patio!

Little E’s Pizzeria

Address: 807 Highland Avenue, Greensburg

Contact: littleespizzeria.com, or 724.834.7336

Offering gluten-free, organic, vegan, whole-wheat and classic-style pizza with the finest and freshest ingredients. Includes a cute patio and tables with umbrellas.

The Lot at Edgewater

Address: 145 Allegheny Avenue, Oakmont

Contact: thelotatedgewater.com, or 412.794.8545

An upscale but casual eatery featuring breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a cigar bar. Enjoy a great meal and atmosphere on the outside covered patio any time of day or evening.

Morelands

Address: 1817 South Broad Street Extension, Greensburg

Contact: waterworksgbg.com, or 724.420.5889

The choice is yours, from soups and salads to jumbo wings, steaks, sandwiches and seafood! The beautiful, expansive outdoor seating area is perfect for large parties, events or a rendezvous with friends.

Osteria Pasqualino

Address: 4430 William Penn Highway, Murrysville

Contact: osteriapasqualino.com, or 724.733.0300

A comfortable and inviting restaurant with a beautiful outdoor patio for seasonal dining, featuring authentic Italian food at reasonable prices.

Parkwood Inn

Address: 1002 Cribbs Street, Greensburg

Contact: parkwoodgreensburg.com, or 724.834.2332

Family-owned and operated for over 35 years, serving up goodness the whole time using the freshest ingredients and homemade recipes. Take advantage of the pleasant atmosphere on the outdoor patio.

The Pike Bar and Grill

Address: 944 Greensburg Pike, Forest Hills

Contact: facebook.com/thepikebarandgrill, or 412.823.9699

Homemade favorites and creative bar fare are on the menu at this local joint. Share a bit with your pup on the dog-friendly patio!

Pino’s Contemporary Italian Restaurant

Address: 6738 Reynolds Street, Point Breeze

Contact: chefpino.com, or 412.361.1336

Authentic Italian cuisine is offered in this quaint, cozy restaurant and wine bar. Sliding panel doors bring in fresh air during the warmer months, or sit outside in the small outdoor seating area.

Point Brugge Café

Address: 401 Hastings Street, Point Breeze

Contact: pointbrugge.com, or 412.441.3334

A charming European-style bistro with Belgian-inspired cuisine made with fresh ingredients. Outdoor dining is available in the warmer months.

Portogallo Peppers N’At

Address: 28 Braddock Avenue, Braddock

Contact: portogallopeppers.com, or 412.660.0600

A veteran-owned business specializing in homemade Italian beef, meatball and sausage sandwiches topped with its own spicy giardiniera. Eat outdoors on the spacious patio!

Pub 333

Address: 333 Allegheny Avenue, Oakmont

Contact: thepubat333.com, or 412.794.8904

Take advantage of outdoor seating on the covered/open patio, or sit indoors with sliding glass windows bringing in fresh air for a wonderful dining experience. This sophisticated gastropub offers artisan brick-oven pizzas and upscale, trendy large- and small-plate pub cuisine.

Pugliano’s Italian Grill

Address: 1808 Golden Mile Highway, Plum

Contact: puglianositaliangrill.com, or 724.327.8991

Quality food at family prices! Enjoy sandwiches, pizza, salads, seafood, steak and pasta. On warmer days, take advantage of outdoor seating.

Puzzlers Restaurant & Lounge

Address: 2714 Walnut Street, McKeesport

Contact: puzzlersres.wixsite.com/puzzlers, or 412.672.2111

An All-American dining venue in the heart of McKeesport’s Christy Park neighborhood! It includes a full bar, separate dining room, upstairs party room and outdoor patio for warmer weather—perfect for any gathering.

Robokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi

Address: 117 Toll House Road, Greensburg

Contact: robokyo.com, or 724.834.7423

A locally owned and operated Japanese-style hibachi restaurant and sushi destination. Chefs can entertain you with fire, food, and fun in one of three hibachi dining rooms designed to accommodate parties of any size, or enjoy some sushi in the lounge, at the indoor bar, or on the huge patio.

Rodney’s Restaurant

Address: 557 Wendel Road, Irwin

Contact: rodneysrestaurant.com, or 724.864.3222

Feel the depth of classic flavor with a focus on detail that extends to cuisine, presentation, mood and surroundings. Dine in the restaurant or on the picturesque outdoor deck.

Sun Dawg Cafe

Address: 37 North Main Street, Greensburg

Contact: sundawgcafe.com, or 724.205.6939

When the weather is nice, grab a spot on the patio! Offering breakfast and lunch all day, Monday through Saturday, and dinner on Thursday and Friday evenings. Stop in for a bite to eat, or a cup of coffee.

Thai Cottage

Address: 1109 South Braddock Avenue, Regent Square

Contact: thaicottagepgh.com, or 412.241.8424

Authentic and delicious Thai cuisine! During warmer months, grab a table in the small outdoor seating area facing the charming neighborhood of Regent Square.

Vallozzi’s Greensburg

Address: 855 Georges Station Road, Greensburg

Contact: vallozzis.com, or 724.836.7663

A very special summer dining experience! Savor upscale Italian cuisine in the atmospheric dining room, or enjoy it alfresco.

The Wooden Nickel

Address: 4006 Berger Lane, Monroeville

Contact: thewoodennickelrestaurant.com, or 412.372.9750

Enjoy fresh seafood, hand-rolled pasta, and the finest cuts of prime beef in a relaxed setting. Take advantage of outdoor dining on the patio during the summer season.

Wye Beer Co.

Address: 3 Forbes Road, Trafford

Contact: wyebeer.com, or 412.229.8499

Check out this local craft brewery that offers indoor and outdoor seating, pinball, and classic arcade games.

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