Pittsburgh Foodies Thread (best town, sushi, food)

[Aqua Teen Carl]

I tried Winghart's last week due to the recommendations in this thread. The burger was OK I guess, but my girlfriend and I got sick that same day after eating there. It might have been a fluke but I don't think I'll be back. I have yet to find a place that tops Burghers in Harmony.

[greg42]

The only thing wrong with Burgh'ers in Harmony for us is that they don't have a veggie burger. We went once, my burger was awesome. My girlfriend doesn't care much for portabella mushrooms and got the grilled cheese, which surprisingly wasn't that good to her. Unless I go by myself it's not an option at present. I'm sure the chef/owner would be like "Come on" as he's trying to present tasty options but that's just the reality for us. Winghart's is doing a falafel/portabella patty which is good and very popular, often sells out early.

For most everyone else, though, the only problem with Burgh'ers is that it's way out there. Worth the drive when you have some time though, I agree. Very good burgers and the rosemary fries are excellent.

I've got a feeling we're going to end up at BRGR in Cranberry regularly. It's even closer, and they have a falafel/lentil burger. The burger I had in the E. Liberty location was not bad. And the have hard shakes.

[Aqua Teen Carl]

Originally Posted by greg42

The only thing wrong with Burgh'ers in Harmony for us is that they don't have a veggie burger. We went once, my burger was awesome. My girlfriend doesn't care much for portabella mushrooms and got the grilled cheese, which surprisingly wasn't that good to her. Unless I go by myself it's not an option at present. I'm sure the chef/owner would be like "Come on" as he's trying to present tasty options but that's just the reality for us. Winghart's is doing a falafel/portabella patty which is good and very popular, often sells out early.

For most everyone else, though, the only problem with Burgh'ers is that it's way out there. Worth the drive when you have some time though, I agree. Very good burgers and the rosemary fries are excellent.

I've got a feeling we're going to end up at BRGR in Cranberry regularly. It's even closer, and they have a falafel/lentil burger. The burger I had in the E. Liberty location was not bad. And the have hard shakes.

I love me some damn falafel. What do you think is the best falafel in the city?

[hempfield mania]

Originally Posted by trlstreet

I have to agree...the burger was good but on the dry side. The variety of specialty burgers is nice but I wasn't too impressed with the gimmicky "build a burger" thing you see everywhere these days. For the price, I'm not sure how often I'd go back.

Wasn't the "build a burger" thing what Fuddruckers was built on or is this just a new thing with the $15-$20 gourmet burgers?

Anyone been to Salt of the Earth?

Looking for some recommendations for a pleasant, romantic meal coming up in a couple weeks for our anniversary. Want to try one of the newer places.

We love Eleven, liked Pangea, been to Isabellas plus a ton of other places in town.

Salt, Elements and Spoon all look interesting.

Are the reviews for Girasole accurate? Saw many that said it is overly crowded and very loud on a weekend.

[Blackbeauty212]

Originally Posted by hempfield mania

We love Eleven...

After all this time Eleven is still a spot no one in my circle has tried yet, and its been so talked about....Going to have to make an appointment for this place too...

Boy talking about all these places I need to try when I come home, I better find me a guess membership to a gym for the week.

[hempfield mania]

Originally Posted by Blackbeauty212

After all this time Eleven is still a spot no one in my circle has tried yet, and its been so talked about....Going to have to make an appointment for this place too...

Boy talking about all these places I need to try when I come home, I better find me a guess membership to a gym for the week.

I don't think you'll be disappointed!

[greg42]

Originally Posted by Aqua Teen Carl

I love me some damn falafel. What do you think is the best falafel in the city?

I'm not really up on comparing it and where's the best. I'm guessing something like Salem's Grill way at the end of the Strip on Penn would be good. Have heard only positive things but still haven't been myself. Although it might actually be more interesting for something like goat curry and such since they're a full halal butcher.

[irishvan]

Re: Hempfield Mania
Girasoles is wonderful! (it does get super busy and crowded I always go on a weeknight) In the italian realm Picolo Forno is also great and BYOB waiting for your table accross the street at the Cantina is half the fun. Definately try salt of the earth! Also, for burgers I dunno if these were already mentioned but BRGR and Burgatory are both awesome. (brgr has an rooftop area, and awesome happy hour beer specials on delicious beers.)

[fleetiebelle]

I'm partial to Kassab's falafel, but I don't know that I'd go as far as saying it's the best in the city.

[Aqua Teen Carl]

Originally Posted by fleetiebelle

I'm partial to Kassab's falafel, but I don't know that I'd go as far as saying it's the best in the city.

Kassab's is pretty good. Best falafel I've ever had was from Turkish dudes in Paris.