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What types of breakfast options are available in Pittsburgh?
- There is an amazing choice of restaurants in Pittsburgh, serving just about every style of breakfast you can imagine, from family-run old-style diners to creperies and waffle shops.
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Are there quick breakfast options in Pittsburgh?
- Yes, grab-and-go kiosks rub shoulders with elegant and innovative modern establishments to ensure that no one goes hungry.
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Where can visitors find the greatest concentration of breakfast spots in Pittsburgh?
- Pittsburgh's famous Strip District and Downtown probably have the greatest concentration of eateries.
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What makes breakfast in Pittsburgh unique?
- The city's breakfast scene is unique due to its blend of old-style grocers and gourmet food stores lining Penn Avenue, offering a variety of delicious options.
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Are there traditional breakfast spots in Pittsburgh?
- Yes, visitors can find several great options for breakfast tucked among the old-style grocers and gourmet food stores in Pittsburgh.
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1. Braddock’s American Brasserie
Savor upscale American fare and enjoy a romantic evening in the heart of downtown.
Braddock’s American Brasserie is a popular local eatery with a great atmosphere, serving up an excellent breakfast every day from 7am to 11am. If you just need a quick, healthy start to your day you can order their continental breakfast, which features fruit juice, your choice of fresh fruit or cereal, and two pastries served with coffee or tea. If you need something a little more substantial, you can consider a BYO (build your own) three-egg omelet, eggs to order with your choice of accompaniments, or a delicious Braddock’s Benedict with grilled kielbasa. A selection of sweet treats including Belgian waffles, pancakes, and French toast are also available from the griddle.
Braddock’s American Brasserie, 107 6th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Phone: 412-992-2005
2. Cafe Moulin
Taste sweet crêpes and sip espresso during a cozy, affordable French-style brunch.
Cafe Moulin is a French-inspired café and creperie which is open daily from 8am to 4pm, serving a good variety of French-style breakfasts and brunches. The café has a few light and healthy options on the menu including fresh fruits, yoghurt and granola, and a fruit parfait, but their main claim to fame are the delicious French toast platters and a selection of sweet and savory crepes. Their delicious French toast is made with egg-soaked brioche served with maple syrup, banana, and crisp bacon (three other variants are available). You can also choose from a selection of panini or opt for your favorite sweet or savory crepe.
Café Moulin, 732 Filbert St, Pittsburgh, PA 15232, Phone: 412-294-8119
3. Cafe Raymond
Savor fresh-baked goods and enjoy a quick bite in Pittsburgh’s Strip District.
Cafe Raymond is a small family-owned eatery situated in the Strip District of East Pittsburgh. What separates this little café from the rest is the chef – Chef Ray takes great pride in serving fresh, made-from-scratch dishes using the finest locally sourced ingredients he can lay his hands on. All the bread is made on the premises, and the blueberry pancakes are rumored to be the best in the city. There is always a tasty quiche of the day and several other breakfast/brunch favorites are on the menu. The service is quick and friendly and you will be surrounded by locals – always a good sign.
Café Raymond, 2009 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Phone: 412-281-4670
4. Caffe Mona
Explore global flavors and savor breakfast favorites in this vibrant weekend café.
Conveniently situated right on Penn Ave, Caffe Mona is a well-respected bistro that serves great breakfasts and brunches seven days a week. The delightful flower-filled deck is the ideal place to enjoy your breakfast on a lovely day, but inside seating is also available. The café serves a good selection of both sweet and savory crepes with some innovative fillings such apple and brie, the Mr. Green (spinach, feta, mozzarella, and Asiago), and the Turkey Blue (turkey, ham, melted brie, and mustard sauce). In addition, the menu features omelets, French toast, eggs to order, bagels, salads, and sandwiches for brunch.
Caffé Mona, 4200 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, Phone: 412-682-5338
5. DeLuca’s Diner
Dig into hearty portions and enjoy an easy, cheap meal packed with local flavor.
If you are planning to explore Pittsburgh’s famous Strip District, DeLuca’s Diner is an ideal place to visit for breakfast or brunch (served daily from 6.30am to 2.30pm). The restaurant prides itself on serving freshly prepared food using many ingredients sourced from local Strip District merchants. You can stick to the basics and order eggs the way you like them, served with a variety of tasty sides, or be really extravagant and order the signature DeLuca’s Seafood Omelet filled with lobster, crab, shrimp, cheese, and hollandaise sauce. A selection of “Eggceptional” sandwiches, breakfast burritos, fabulous Benedicts, and sweet treats (French toast, pancakes, and waffles) complete the picture.
DeLuca’s Diner, 2015 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, Phone: 412-566-2195
6. Eggs-R-Us
Start your morning right and savor affordable breakfast classics with family or friends.
Occupying the prime position on the menu at Eggs-R-Us, fresh and tasty egg dishes of all descriptions have made this eatery a popular choice for breakfast and brunch in Pittsburgh. Egg lovers will find all their favorites on the menu, alongside a variety of interesting dishes with innovative twists. You can build your own omelet, savor the Country Style Steak Platter (steak with sausage gravy, two eggs, potatoes, and toast) or enjoy a spicy breakfast burrito with sour cream and salsa. The griddle menu offers a good selection of pancakes, French toast, and waffles for those with a sweet tooth, and if you need something more “lunchy,” you can order burgers, salads, sandwiches, and wraps.
Eggs-R-Us, 2350 Noblestown Rd #13, Pittsburgh, PA 15205, Phone: 412-922-5828
7. Geppetto Cafe
Try whimsical waffles and enjoy an unusual twist on sweet and savory brunch.
Situated in an inviting industrial/chic venue in Lawrenceville, Geppetto Cafe offers visitors an amazing variety of interesting sweet and savory crepes, waffles, and French toast dishes. Vegetarians are very well catered for with several interesting and completely meat-free savory crepe fillings – try the Italian Job, Super Veg, or Bella Crepe. Sweet fillings include delicious banoffee (banana, toffee and cream), brie and walnuts, and the Geppetto Signature – filled with caramelized apples, caramel, and cream cheese. If you are not into crepes, you can choose a tasty French toast, sandwich, salad, or panini, all washed down with your favorite coffee, tea, milkshake or smoothie.
Geppetto Café, 4121 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201, Phone: 412-709-6399
8. Grand Concourse
Admire ornate architecture and savor seafood during a romantic riverside dinner.
Set against the impressive architectural backdrop of the 1901 Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station, Grand Concourse Restaurant is famous for wonderful seafood and a very impressive Sunday brunch, which is served from 11am to 3pm every Sunday. The all-you-can-eat brunch is served buffet style, featuring a very impressive selection of tasty dishes set up in the former waiting room of the elegant building. You need to bring a big appetite – you will find an omelet bar, egg dishes, several types of salmon and other fish, a selection of salads, and a carving station. You can round off your meal with large selection of muffins, cakes, cookies, and other tempting desserts.
Grand Concourse Restaurant, 100 West Station Square Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, Phone: 412-261-1717
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