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Quick service, amazing coffee, nice vibe.

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Good coffee!! The atmosphere is nice, it was good to get out of the cold when we took our walk :)\n\nThe coffee was good, and not too expensive.

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Outstanding lattes. Period. \n\nThe service can be *very* slow, but the latte is worth the wait. And, the staff does not seem to care to chat with customers, but they make darn good lattes so who cares.\n\nTucked in the beautiful Highland Park neighborhood among many historic houses and close to the handful Bryant street restaurants, Tazza D'oro is a fantastic place for coffee lovers like me. A nice short walk from Highland Park is a welcome plus. Get the latte, take a stroll down the street to explore the houses, and take a walk in the park. That is a beautiful and coffeeful sunny summer afternoon for you. \n\nThey also have food, but I cannot speak for that. The interior is somewhat run down at places, but that gives it character.

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Finally, a great neighborhood coffee shop that just so happens to brew fantastic coffee. The espresso is incredible, which makes for an excellent cappuccino, and the food is pretty good, too. Croissants, muffins, and other baked goods top the breakfast list, while made-to-order paninis and delicious homemade soups round out the lunch menu.\n\nThe crowd at Enrico's is varied, which I really enjoy. My 65-year-old neighbor and his crew of retired friends pull up a chair every day at 3:00 pm next to business folks, college students, techies, and other folks who are looking for a good brew.\n\nNo frills, no extras; just nice people in a quaint coffee shop, brewing up warm goodness.

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It was a bit out of the way of where we were staying, but I was swayed by the Yelp reviews! You did not steer me wrong. \n\nA nice little coffee joint in a quiet neighborhood, Enrico's was the perfect spot to get my caffeine fix before starting the day at full speed. My wife and I both got lattes and pastries, and everything was good to go.\n\nIt looked like we were the only patrons that didn't plan on spending the whole day there, rooted to a chair. We got the next to last free table. Almost every \""two-top\"" had only one person sitting at it. I would imagine it's tough to find a seat sometimes. \n\nRecommend!\n\nP.s. I thought it was interesting that you can also purchase bike tire tubes here.

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What a great find! I frequent the nearby Bryant street restaurants, but did not even know this place existed until a friend of mine brought took me here today for hot chocolate. I immediately fell in love it. The baristas were very friendly and my hot chocolate was great! There were also some incredibly delicious-looking pastries which I will need to go back soon to try. There was a nice ambience - it was quiet but not uncomfortable so. It would be a great place to study, read, or visit with friends.\n\nYou should expect to wait a few minutes for your drink, but it is well worth it :-)

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BEST COFFEE IN PITTSBURGH!\n\nYou might think there is better coffee elsewhere. You're wrong!\n\nI love this coffee shop, and there is a second location the Gates Building at CMU that I like to go to--their panini are to die for.\n\nI love this place, and you will too!

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Best coffee it Pittsburgh? Maybe, but this place is certainly competitive. French Press, Drip, espresso, or pour over? You name it they've got it. Only downside of this place is a limited food and pastry selection. If it is just coffee you want you this is the place. It is it a bit snobbish sure, but not nearly as much as many of the other coffee shops in Pittsburgh.

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This is a quiet little nook in Highland Park that is perfect for tea, coffee, snacks and getting some work done or catching up with an old friend. I used to frequent this place much more when I lived in Pittsburgh, but I still make an effort to come back a few times a year for the ambience. It is great in the summer and fall because they have a few tables outside. The staff is great and the prices are reasonable, too. The only change I could think of would be to put on some soft easy listening music. It'd make the vibe a little more comfortable!

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Really hard to find a good cup of coffee in the states... I'd say this is the best cappuccino I've had since Italy.

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I've heard a bunch of good things about this place, so I decided to make a trip over there on a Sunday to check it out. While I enjoyed the coffee and cookies I bought, I have to say that everything seems to be a bit overpriced and I did get a feeling of snobbery from some of the staff. However, the venue was actually nice with a nice neighborhood feel. Every time I have been there since it has been really crowded and I've had trouble finding a seat. I would love to go back in the summer and sit outside at one of the tables.

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I love Tazza D'oro! It is in such a great little area and is a nice place to spend some time with a delicious cup of coffee.\n\nIt it sometimes busy and hard to find a table (which is not surprising since it's a great spot), but I like the neighborhood feel and the staff has always been very friendly.\n\nI usually get iced Americanos in the summer and regular coffee or lattes in the cooler weather. All of the drinks I have ever had here have been tasty. I have also had some of the pastries (and maybe a bagel at some point?) and everything has been fresh.\n\nI'm a big lover of coffee shops and this place fits all of my requirements. While I don't live in Highland Park, it's definitely worth an occasional trip.

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The coffee was ok, but the service and ambiance left much to be desired. The place was dirty, with straw wrappers etc on the floor. The light fixtures were too modern to be considered cozy. There were four people on staff but it took at least 2 minutes for one of them to stop gossiping with the others and take our order. I got the feeling that this place has had a lot of success and the owners have let things slide. It was ok, but in looking for a coffee shop to make my regular hangout, I would not go back.

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I adore this place! The light green walls are serene, the chairs and tables are comfortable, and I love their little brownies with three kinds of chocolate chips in them! The coffee is perfectly smooth and rich, which is the most important thing to get right. (I'm not into masking the taste of burnt espresso with a mocha!) If a place can provide me with a cup of coffee that doesn't taste like it will give me an ulcer, I'll be a fan for life. The only other Pittsburgh place where I've found coffee this delicious was at Commonplace Coffee in Squirrel Hill. I went to college near Chicago and come from California. I count Intelligentsia and Blue Bottle Coffee as some of my favorite places, so I mean it when I say the coffee here is wonderful. Try it out, you won't be let down.

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The coffee isn't good and they don't seem to care. If you're a local, I get that it's the only game in town but this place isn't worth traveling for. \n\nI really wanted to like tazza d'oro. I've been several times, hoping that my bad experiences were isolated incidences. I drink espresso. I know what it should taste like and what it looks like when the person making it gives a damn. I have no complaints about paying $3.00 for an espresso but if it isn't right and I let you know you should probably try again. \n\nThe last time I went in, both baristas admitted they hadn't tried/pulled the espresso I ordered. The gentlemen working there, who was very nice, pulled my shot. I tried it and it was very sour. I let the girl standing directly in front of me know that I didn't think it was pulling correctly and her response was an unenthused look and the comment \""ya well we just got it\"". Silly me to have expected that you also want the espresso you \""just got\"" to taste good...\n\nThis place clearly isn't going anywhere in the near future. It's a favorite with locals who like to hangout there. It's just a shame that they seem to have all of the equipment and even the beans to make at least a decent shot and they don't seem to care about actually pulling it off.

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This is not a review on this gym. It is a review on their customer/membership service. I just called there. All I wanted to know is what their monthly fees were. Simple right? Wrong. They want your name and phone number and the rights to your first born child and then they won't even tell you anything without you physically coming to them to \""talk\"" about what's best for you. I took psychology classes, I know what they are trying to do by talking to you face to face. I am sorry, but I want a gym, not a drug dealer. I don't need you to try to shove your products down my throat, I want to go somewhere to work out and be left alone. (That's why I wear headphones and don't make eye contact). \n\nI just wish places like this would give you a straight answer about their membership fees without hassling you. I won't go here now, period, because I don't believe in these kind of tactics. Just be straight with people, is that so hard?

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I'm a gym guy. I go 3 or 4 times a week among other workouts and activities. \n\nPros\nAlways towels\nVery clean\nAlways cardio equipment open\nPools/hot tub\nLots of lockers\nFriendly staff\nLots of classes\nLots of free wights\nNext to target and trader joes\nEven during peek hours it's never over crowded\n\nCons\nWhen the old lady's come in they take up all the parking spots some how. But that's not the gyms fault\nOnly one flat bench press\nSince they have pools and a kids activities some times kids wonder into the wight areas\n\nSo in the end more pros then cons.\nThis is more just nit picking but as all gyms have them. There are a few weirdos who are members and just take up space more then workout but oh well what can ya do about it.

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The food here is okay. Wings, BBQ, Bar foods. The floor here is always super slippery. It doesn't matter if I am wearing heels or sneakers. I just don't get why the floor is like and ice skating rink.

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Living down the street of Buffalo Blues has it's advantages and disadvantages. The huge beer selection means there is something for everyone. For any game there is always a crowd and you can have a good time eating the wings, which are decently priced and good.\n\nThe bar is nice in the summer when they open the garage doors. It's a nice bar to get a beer with friends where you can grab a table to eat then hang out at the bar to watch the game. But, while they have a good number of HD TVs, only two are broadcast in HD so don't think you'll be getting a great picture.

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In the last week I've been here twice, partially because I don't know any better and partially because it's actually pretty good! It's one of the few places that doesn't reek of cigarettes, it's never crowded and the open garage doors are great for fresh air.\n\nI tried their buffalo (boneless) wings last night in the jack daniel's sauce - way better than Sharp Edge's. The sauce was pretty mild but still quite tasty and if you're not a super wings eater, you can get a fries/wings combo for super cheap. To wash it down I had Loose Cannon beer, how can you pass up a beer with a pirate tap handle!\n\nOur waitress was a little slow, she said it was her first night. Who makes a new girl work on a Friday night! She seemed to have gotten more attentive and fast towards the end, or maybe it's because I wasn't hungry anymore so I didn't care.\n\nThe beer was pricy - Tuesday night I had a maker's sour for the same price as a pint of beer...

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The front serves as a good Pittsburgh sports bar. It's a particularly great place to watch the Penguins in the spring when they open up the front wall. There are lots of HDTV's and there is a good selection of beer. \n\nThe food, however, is bland and is terrible bbq, even for the northeast. I would not come here unless you want to watch a game that you cannot see at home.

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I found Buffalo Blues to be merely OK. I thought that their prices were a bit high for the size of the portions, and their wings were rather small. I actually liked the wing sauces I tried, though (red hot and spicy garlic). Our server was friendly, but not terribly attentive. \n\nI would probably only go again on an all-you-can-eat wings night. For $10 I would certainly get my money's worth, and the quality of the food was OK.\n\nSurprisingly, lots of vegetarian options. A vegetarian in our party was floored by the possibility of having every burger or chicken sandwich made without meat or meat products.

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My local sports bar. It has the prefered sound and enough televisions so no matter how busy it is, my neck isn't cramped and I don't have to strategically place myself to listen to a game. \nIt is a bar. It has bar food. Nothing really stands out for me in the realm of fries, sandwhiches and wings. On the other hand, I've never had a bad experience either. So when I eat there, I'm not anticipating dissapointment or spectacular, but I am expecting constantcy. Consistancy is what is delivered. \nBuffalo Blues does have a wide array of enticing imports and domestics. \nService is spotty, I do find myself hoping to find the more personable staff working when I go there. The plus is, when specific staff is working, the place is that much of a better establishment. Consistantly just above average in my opinion.\nI chose 4 stars because it is constantly an above par establishment. 5 stars would require something really enticing to set it aside in character from a slew of other sport bar venues. I would like to observe the spring/summer atmosphere inwhich I'm anticipating another review to be 4 stars.

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Great Pittsburgh Happy Hour! $5 dollar apps and dollar off tap beers.\n\nThey have a wide selection of draft beers, so if you like to enjoy flavors other than Miller Light this is a great place to go and enjoy some IPAs at a good price.\n\nWide selection of $5 apps too. We ordered the BBQ Nachos, and they were amazzzing with multiple z's! I crave them all the time now.\n\nGreat service too. Our server was happy and excited to be there. She made the atmosphere more fun.\n\nGet there :)

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I ate at this restaurant last night with three dining companions. We decided to sit in the bar area at a high table which had views of the ample number of TV's. The beer list that they had was nice with about 20 different beers on tap and a nice selection of bottles. I ended up having the Philly Shackamaximum with my waitress telling me that she preferred the Long Trails Porter. It was served in a chilled glass and tasted pretty good to me.\n\nFor dinner we attempted to start off by ordering the Blues BBQ Pork Nachos. We were told that they did not have any pork and so we were not able to order it. At this point we were also told that they did not have any veggie burgers as well. So we started out with the Chicken Chili Nachos. They were pretty good and were covered with real cheese as opposed to nacho cheese which was to my liking. For dinner I decided on having the Lovely Lisa's Salad since I love both blue cheese and granny smith apples. Upon receiving the salad I dug in. The chicken was cooked nicely, moist and tender, and there was a nice coating of blue cheese on the salad. However there was a problem since there were no granny smith apples on the salad. Whenever the waitress came back to check on us I asked about the missing apples. She went to the kitchen and came back and told us that they were out of them and promptly left. I am not normally one to complain but I feel like something could have been substituted in for the apples, or that I should have been told before ordering or they could have discounted the salad but none of that occurred. It is sad that it happened too because the rest of my salad was pretty good but that left the proverbial bitter taste in my mouth.\n\nThe bottom line is that I have been here before and the food is generally good. However, leaving a major part off an item and being told that the kitchen is out without any rectification will make me think twice before returning here again. It is a shame because Buffalo Blues does have potential.

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My coworkers and I had lunch here on a Friday afternoon, and it was a pretty \""meh\"" experience for me. We were seated all the way in the back of the restaurant/bar, in a room that I didn't even know existed, so apparently Buffalo Blues is bigger than I thought. It's nice that they have some tables away from the main bar area.\n\nI went for the Hot Veggie Sandwich with sweet potato fries, in some kind of attempt to be healthy. The sweet potato fries weren't too bad, with a good flaky crisp. The sandwich left something to be desired. It wasn't hot, first of all - I'd say the (slightly crumbly) bread had been toasted with the cheese, but all the veggie ingredients were cold, leaving an overall lukewarm effect on the sandwich. The hummus spread didn't taste much like hummus, and was thick and pastey instead of smooth and creamy. There wasn't a lot of exciting flavor, It was just belly-filler, really. I guess that's what I get for trying to order healthy here. \n\nI just wasn't much interested in it, and I don't think it was worth anywhere near $8. I better have a darn good sandwich if I'm paying $8. Also, it was relatively small in size - I don't have a huge appetite, so that wasn't a problem. But I guess I think an $8 sandwich should either be awesomely delicious, or big enough that I can take half home. Buffalo Blues was neither.\n\nNot particularly interested in returning for any reason.

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Superbowl Sunday at the Blues. i came to meet a group of friends to watch the \"" who really cares about this game\"" show. I was mainly interested in seeing Madonna. I do have to say that we had a server who gave us the utmost attention. We had been seated at some tables near the bar mid restaurant that were wobbling and driving me crazy. At the request of the party she moved us up front and center to a much better and stable seat. Much better view to see the Material girl! So our server gets 5 STARS! Not only for that reason, she kept the glasses full and kept checking in with us, and took it all in stride as we ordered at different times and all had separate checks. Very classy, wish I could remember her name. Young girl with dirty blond hair. \n\nThe food was pretty blah in my opinion. Bar food none too exceptional. We had nachos that were on slightly stale chips. Good size. Everyone had a burger or sandwich. As I glanced over to my friends Pulled pork it looked dry and sad left sitting on the plate. She said it was \""EH\"". I ordered a Gobbler Club sandwich. It was humongous but not that tasty, pretty dry. How can you go wrong with a club but the thick cuts of turkey did not sit well with me and I didn't like it at all. Bad texture. The commercials and time with fun friends saved the experience but I wouldn't go back to eat. Just drinks and sports. I like the location. Easy to park. Close to shadyside. Madonna really was the show stopper this night and unless she performs here I most likely won't be back.

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I've heard about this place, I've seen this place, and I've wanted to try this place. Finally, yesterday my company took us their for lunch and I did not leave disappointed. Don't get me wrong, this is not a restaurant that is redefining the culinary scene in the city, but it is a tasty place to enjoy your traditional burger, fries, and drink.\n\nThe atmosphere is total sports bar, but it is not overwhelmingly so. The staff was nice and for being in a party of 14, the server handled us well.\n\nThe food was great! I got the Salsa Burger subbed with a turkey burger and it was delicious. The burger was plump and large, full of flavor and cooked perfectly. I recommend this burger! It also had salsa and guac on top with some cheddar cheese and my mouth is still watering for it. Tip? Get the sweet potato fries!

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When Hotlick's died, Buffalo blues was born. It really is a Pittsburgh staple but come on....\n\nFood is really, really average. I love the ribs and wings, but it's about the same as any other rib place in the city, only they charge an arm and a leg for it. This place is for the people that feel that they are at a real rib place, but don't want to cross Centre or Penn Ave. to get real ribs. It, technically is in Shadyside so your Mercedes will be safe! \n\nThe ambiance: The restaurant is always crowded. Not just crowded, but packed with teens underage drinking, families with too many kids that overflow to your \""space\"" and collage kids who also spill over from the bar. IT'S LOUD AS HELL!!! Forget about a nice quiet dinner. There seems to be no consideration for customers at all. Last time I was there, there was a St. Patrick's Day party (it was NOT St. Patrick's Day) that took over the whole place. Though the staff tried (nah, they didn't really try) to keep them in the so called \""party room\"" I was bumped into several times, spilled my beer, and couldn't hear my wife speak. But as long as they got their money; they could give a crap. Oh and there are like 100 TVs to interrupt any conversation at your table.\n\nWant to sit in the bar area? Good luck. You will see a mix of drunk people, women who look like high-end prostitutes and college kids who are only missing a beer bong. Also IT'S LOUD AS HELL!!!!!!!!\n\nThe \""wonderful\"" Staff: It seems like it's everyone's first day. To put it lightly; the staff suck! To be sure, you will be waiting for your your drinks, food and bill for a very, very long time. Expect to be there for about 2-3 hours. The wait staff are forgetful, inattentive and very sloppy at their job. It pains me to leave any tip for them. Most of the staff are hot, stacked, absolutely stupid and should be working at Hooters not a place where your bill will be upwards of $50 for two people. Be prepared to be met with this saying, \""Oh, like ohmygod, I am so sorry i forgot that, he he!\"" (oh she's twisting her finger in her hair while she's talking). You will get bad service...period (in fact, I can't remember the last time a wait person actually wrote down my order, and they're idiots so no worries).\n\nThe food: Kinda good. Menu is huge, you'll find something you like. But I go there about 2-3 times a year for the food. It is way too expensive. Do not take a date there. Your average bill for a meal with actual proteins will run you in the high 40s without booze. There are so many bar-food places that don't claim to be high class that are just as good as this place. I grew up with the rib sauce and love it, but for your average consumer, skip it!\n\nThis place is a wannabe sports bar that tries too hard to be high end. Just watch out for the vomiting college kids with trust funds...they're everywhere!!!!!

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Food: 2 stars. It's really not very good. Especially the entirety of the combination platter they make with chicken fingers and wings. Blue cheese wasn't bad though. My wedge salad was enormous- more like a half head of lettuce than a wedge. Nice and fresh though. \n\nDrinks: 3 stars, for the decent variety (better than expected from a place like this) and the game time specials.\n\nService: 3 stars. Could have been better, could have been worse. Friendly but unattentive and not good at realizing when to come to the table. (Hint: if one person calls you over for a drink, make sure the rest of us are set before running away.) \n\nAtmosphere: 4 stars - really good job of having enough televisions for everyone to see the game/s and marking each so you know what's on. \n\n1 Bonus star for accommodating the Pittsburgh area Buffalo Bills fans! GO BILLS!!!

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Oh how the mighty have fallen. This place used to be good. Something happened and the wings are small dry and just generally bad. Since wings are supposed to be their thing this is pretty unacceptable.\n\nWriting this review makes me sad because it is a great place to drink beer and watch the game. The beer is reasonably priced but the food is just expensive for what it is. I essentially live across the street so I know I'll go back, but I hope some of these poor reviews will help them turn things around in the kitchen.

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Good place to watch a sports game. Beer specials were good. Food is very overpriced though. The wings are about the worst I've ever had... and I've had alot of wings growing up in Buffalo, NY.

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Pass on this place, there are better restaurants mere feet away.\n\nThe menu here is too large, which is a sure sign none of the food is going to be good. And, its not good. Some of the salads are alright, but its just not good food.\n\nThe service is friendly and prompt, but the beer is over priced. They do have a good selection though.\n\nThis place is open late if you need a bite to eat, but there are so much better options out there.

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This is the worst service (or worst non-service) I have ever experienced. Since I can't give zero stars, I'm giving the service one. We didn't eat anything so I can't comment on the food. \n\nMy husband and I went to Buffalo Blues last night. We stood at the empty hostess stand for a while. When no one came to seat us, and we couldn't find anyone to seat us, we seated ourselves figuring that's what we were supposed to do.\n\nThe bar was full, but not packed. There were only two other tables with guests, one of which had empty plates on the table during this entire experience. After what seemed like forever, my husband got up to find a server. He literally walked around the restaurant to find someone, but couldn't. He then tried to ask the bartender, but she was just as elusive. When he finally found a server, she acted totally shocked that we were there. Maybe if someone had been doing their job, they wouldn't be surprised to find hungry people in a restaurant.\n\nShe came to our table, got our drinks (a soda and a water) and asked us if we were ready to order. When we said no she said she would be back. We could see her chit chatting with another server, but again, couldn't get her attention to come back to take our order. After another ten minutes of waiting for her to return, we put a few dollars on the table for my soda and we left. We ordered a pizza at a local shop and picked it up on our way home.\n\nTwenty-five minutes passed and we only get drinks? Such a waste of time. It took us 20 minutes just to make the drive there, 25 of waiting, and another 20 to get home. That's over an hour of our evening completely wasted which left us starving after a hard days work. I used to work as a server so I could understand if the place was busy and the staff was short handed, but it was basically a dead night table top wise. I will NEVER go back.

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I hate this place. I have been here many times and I am just finally getting around to writing a review. Let me state that my wife made me go here tonight because my friends wanted to and she said I need to indulge their interests. Even if they suck. \n\nBuffalo Blues is like a Hooters, except the girls where more clothes and are not as good looking. The service is horrendous and the food may be better at Hooters. The beer selection is decent at Buffalo Blues but it is expensive and they often run out of things that are still on the board.\n\nMy friends like going for all you can eat wing night but frankly I don't get it. You get 10 wings up front they will give more wings 5 at a time. The problem is that you get those wings in 30 minute intervals. So the max you could eat is 55 wings. Did I mention that the wings are really tiny and the sauce is tossed on like a Jackson Pollack painting. They also charge extra for blue cheese or ranch. The wings do not come with celery. This is a crime against humanity and the city of Buffalo. \n\nI chose to detour from wings tonight and ordered a chicken sandwich. Apparently this was a bad choice. It took a full hour to get my food. It was so long that the rest of the table ate their wings and ordered more and the waitress didn't think this was a problem. When my meal did arrive everything was cold. The sandwich was ok, but the fries were just tiny pieces that were limp and flavorless.\n\nI paid $16 for a beer and a sandwich that my friends had to wait for me to eat to leave. I would say I won't go back, but apparently I like my friends more than I like good food and service.

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Went here this past Saturday afternoon, 11/2. My friends and I sat at the pretty much empty bar for over 5 minutes with no service. The bartender walked by us a few times and didn't even acknowledge we were there. As we walked out, we saw the bartender on the phone and other staff members standing in the back chatting. We went next door to Mad Mex and got much better service!

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Loved the hot vegetarian sandwich. Not easy to find veggie dishes which don't feel like a compromise. This was great. Excellent service from waitress Ariella with the long black pony tail (don't know her last name). Nice casual atmosphere. Resonable prices.

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I have a love-hate relationship with this place... \n\nI love it because it's extremely close to me (so, it's convenient when I'm craving a beer) and the atmosphere on Sundays is outstanding. I'm a giant Steeler fan, but you'll probably find fans from all 32 teams in Buffalo blues, which gives it a fun and exciting feel during NFL Sundays. \n\nHowever, I hate it because I believe the alcohol and food is overpriced. The food wouldn't rub me the wrong way so much if I thought it was worth the price, but I don't. Not even a little bit. The only thing I have found to be delicious there were the wings; however, you can go to almost any other bar to get delicious and cheaper wings. So, it's not really much of a win at all. Also, I want to have a handful of beers during the games, but I don't want to empty my pockets doing it. So, all in all, I recommend going once and awhile (mainly on Sundays) for a beer or two, but other than that it's not worth much of a visit.

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To be honest, I think this is one of the worst bars in the entire city. The food was sub-par, even for bar food, the service was awful, especially during a game. I do enjoy a good sports bar, but I think the thing I hated most about this place was the other people that frequent there. It's the quintessential Shadyside bar, equipped with doughebag bros that went to the same fraternity in college and the Jersey Shore bimbos who pine for them. The last time that I went there were two guys throwing up outside of the bar on the sidewalk. I fully admit this is a subjective review, because this bar was obviously not my scene- but I still do not like this place at all.

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Unfortunately, the service we were given ruined our overall experience at Buffalo Blues. We sat down and put in our drink order. My husband was excited about the amount of beers they had on tap. Fifteen minutes later and still without drinks, we saw our server trying to hunt the bartender down. Once the bartender finally started working on our drinks, she realized the keg for the beer my husband ordered was tapped. We were sitting at the booths right next to the bar but instead of the bartender just telling us so we could make another decision and get our drinks as soon as possible, she waited for the waitress to come back to tell her. Then, the waitress came back and did not apologize at all but simply said that he had to pick a different beer because they were out of that one. Anyway, long story short, it took way too long to get drinks and there was never any recognition from the staff of the issue. The restaurant seemed poorly managed and subpar. We will not be back.

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Watched a bartender serve a guy a beer when he was visibly intoxicated. He was swaying in circles on the chair next to me. I told the manager about it and he told me \""that guy is just crazy, I've seen him much worse\"" so I guess that makes it ok. Made this paying customer leave after one beer.

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I may be a little biased... this place is right down the street from my house and we go there frequently, but I think Blues is great. \n\nI have had quite a few things in the menu but two things that I love more than others are the cobb salad and the Oscar's Garbage burger. \n The cobb salad is just a cob salad, but some how they make it better than most. I don't know if it's the sprout or the dressing, but it is one of the best cobb salads I have ever had. \n And the garabge burger....Mmmmmmm. This burger caught my attenetion at first because it has an egg on it. I lovelovelove a burger with an egg on it. I don't know what genuis started the egg on a burger trend, but kudos to you!\nBut that's not all. Imagine a Primanti's sandwich but with a big, fat burger. It has fries, cole slaw, an egg and American cheese. My BF often comments it's strange there's no bacon, but honestly, that'd be over kill. \n\nThey also have a really good veggie sandwich with Hummus (I don't remember the name), a great buffalo chicken sandwich and fantastic appitizers. \n\nAlso, it's worth mentioning they hace really good hand cut fries- not those mushy frozen crap sticks- and GREAT fresh homemade potato chips. \n\nNow, as far as the ribs and wings go, I'm not a big ribs/wings person. I can appreciate that they're good, but I wouldn't order it much. Having said that, my BF frequently orders one or the other and I always have my fair share of tastes. he raves about them so....If you looking for a nice place to watch a football or hockey game or just craving some good food I highly suggest it!

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I've been to Buffalo Blues a few times at Happy Hour, and met my daughter there last night for Happy Hour specials as advertised on the web site. First clue: no Happy Hour promos mentioned in the bar except for the Yeungs and Wings (which was not what we were looking for). We came close to leaving as my beer was off the draft list, but we decided to stay and were disappointed that my daughter's choice was already gone although still ilsted. The food was awful, the service worse. Maybe a busser should clean the table after removing the dirty dishes--our table was a sticky mess. The service: one beer to the table at a time. Next round I saw two beers go to a three-top, removed and sent to the bar, poured out and the glasses refilled and brought to us. Someone else's food was brought to our table, our fries came out --lukewarm---but our wing order never went in. So we got our garlic parm wings which tasted like old overcooked chicken and was way too crispy and greasy for my taste. We ate two each, then told the server we didn't want them. She offered to take them off, but we told her that wasn't necessary, so they took off 1/2 the price as a Customer service gesture. Still, we had a Happy Hour bill for 1/2 eaten fries, barely touched wings, and 6 drafts total of $45 at a dirty table. At least the place was quiet--there were empty tables everywhere. I think we're done here.

01

Wings are overpriced. And the quality of them are bad. They were tough and greasy. The staff are pleasant but then over all experience was too expensive for a sports bar.

01

China Garden appears to be your run of the mill Chinese take out place (standard menu, decor, etc) , but I was very pleasantly surprised how good the food was. We had both the cashew chicken and seafood delight, and both were awesome. Also worth noting they are super fast (food was ready within 10 minutes). I'd easily say this is the best Chinese takeout place I've found since I've been in Pittsburgh (about a year). Highly recommend it.

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The hot and sour soup was ok. Everything else was basically inedible. Water was not noticeably hose-y as per other reviews. More than 1/4 of the buffet was american food, and a lot of the rest was seafood that almost had to be \""krab\"", considering the price of the buffet. No pot-stickers, no pork egg rolls, no spareribs, no won-ton soup.

01

This is my 2nd time here and I thought that I attributed the satisfaction of my first visit due to the fact I was sooooo hungry. Well my 2nd time and for a Chinese Buffet, this place is fantastic. The restaurant itself is very clean. The buffet is also very clean and even though I showed up within an hour of closing, they were still bringing out fresh entrees. The amount of choice is less than just about all the Chinese Buffets that I have ever been too, but in my opinion they make up for that in delicious food. All the patrons here are American, so this isn't the Asian place where the Asians eat. It's very non-spicy, non-original food, but it's fresh and good tasting. I would certainly return. Giving it 7.5 Knuckles out of 11.

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This is an average Chinese buffet. The food was not bad, but not impressive neither, plus some cheap American food. The food was a little too greasy even by American Chinese food standard, and my stomach complained soon after I left that place. To me, that's a no-go signal.\n\nOn the other hand, they seemed to have a non-buffet counter next-door, perhaps the food would be better there.

01

I have a cat, so this review is cat-centric.\n\nGreat independently owned pet store. They only carry more premium foods, so if you feed your cat Fancy Feast or Cat Chow, don't come here for that sort of thing. Also only carry the more eco-friendly cat litters - no Tidy Cats here! Friendly staff, and the prices are not much more than you would be paying at Petco or similar places. Of course, you don't get the huge selection either, but this is my go to place for buying food, litter, and random toys.\n\nIt makes me feel good to be supporting a local establishment. Try it - you might find that you like it too.

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That is a great cat they have working, but they only have 3 brands of cat food, all of them expensive. Funny enough though not as expensive as what I was looking for. They followed me around like I was going to stuff my pockets and that just ruined the whole mom and pop thing.

01

Dr. Eric Segal was a complete ass. He was rude and obnoxious to me and my wife. We went to him for an adjustment and I left wanting to adjust this idiot's face. I will deter all of my clients from going here and will personally make sure that this man doesn't disrespect anyone else like he did to us.

01

I had to get new tires mounted and balanced and when I went to pay, the guy at the register actually says something to the effect of \""Do you have any idea what this is supposed to cost? So, I could charge you $400 and you wouldn't know the difference?\"" Joking or not, why even go there?

01

Made an appointment for 3:30. They completely forgot I was coming but said they could start on my car in ten minutes and be done in an hour. Came back an hour later only to see my car in the same spot. They said it would take another two hours to start work. Completely unhelpful and unapologetic.

01

I came in with a flat. They said they couldn't repair the tire because there was cracking on the edges. True there were cracks, but they were hairline cracks and superficial. The diagnosis was done just from examining the exterior, which I discovered, is not sufficient to adequately judge if the cracking is bad enough--you have to actually take the tire off.\n\nCoincidentally, all four tires had the light cracking and therefore all four tires would probably need replacing. Hmmm.... How convenient for Monro?\n\nWell, even if I give them the benefit of the doubt on the tire cracking, the pricing on the tires was ridiculous. My tires, which were under warranty, would have cost over $500 to get replaced with crap tires (that's with the warranty credit applied). Oh but wait, they could make me a deal with some in-house tires that were even crappier for $480. How did I know they were crappy? I looked them up online. Guess what else I found. Both sets of tires were significantly cheaper according to the Manufacturer's website even when including installation, balancing, and disposal! \n\nSo no, no thank you. I don't want to pay $500 to get cheap tires on my car.\n\nFortunately, my tire would hold air for a few hours so I drove to another place. They fixed the flat no problem for $20. Guess that cracking wasn't so bad after all.

01

The new manager, Ray, was really friendly and helpful. Had to diagnose something with my car-done quickly. I usually go to the Monroe in Wexford, this one is just as great! Thank you!

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I came in here to have a diagnosis done on my car because the ABS light was on. \nThey removed all the tires, showed me how the sensor and ABS work, did not perform the diagnosis I originally went in for and told me that I should have the back wheel hubs replaced for a total of $1,222, this with a new set of breaks (that I knew about) and \""without\"" charging me labor. \nI may not know much about cars but I know how to search the internet and ask for advice. I found the cost of wheel hubs, they are no more than $150 each (for my car) and here they said that they cost $550 each (before labor). \n\nI also found out that the sensors get so soiled from all the dirt and salt that most of the time all the car needs is a simple wash on the undercarriage. You should always have your car washed, specially in the winter. It may save you $100's.\n\nThis place will rob you blind.\n\nNever have work done in a place like this until you do your homework!

01

I took a subaru outback here for the annual state safety and emissions inspections. First I was charged more for this service than what was clearly posted on the service station wall. Secondly I was failed for a lug nut that had rusted to the point that the technicians could not get it off. I was quoted $425 for them to get it off. I was able to accomplish this with a $6 bottle of penetrating oil and a breaker bar. \n\nWhen I returned to have the reinspection I was charged for it (their policy posted on the service wall clearly states you get a second inspection within 30 days of initially failing free of charge). This time they were able to get the lug nut off but supposedly could not get it back on. This was odd as I had taken it off and put it back on numerous times to ensure it was okay to pass. They once again quoted me $425, stating they would have to replace the wheel stud. The new wheel stud cost me $3.50 at the local parts store and I did the job in under an hour without a single power tool. \n\nThis shop is not following the guidelines they have clearly posted on their wall and are fabricating problems in an effort to overcharge you for simple repairs. Avoid this shop.

01

Have taken my car here a few times because there's a bus stop out front so it's convenient to drop my car off and get to work. But after what happened I will never be back. They just cost me money and lost my tires. \n\nIn March I blew a tire on a pothole (naturally) and they replaced the two front tires for me. The second tire was fine but you have to replace both, I kept it so that I would have a spare if another one blew out. Put the tires in my basement, no problem. Saved for a rainy day. \n\nThis week I ran over a nail and the tire wasn't fixable so I had to get it replaced. Luckily I've got a spare! I called Monro early this morning to see if I could get in but they said it would be tomorrow at the earliest. I needed my car so I took it to pep boys (three hour turnaround - also the last time I needed an oil change they said they were booked for three days, good lord). \n\nI drop the car off at Pep Boys and tell them the extra tire is in the back. They call me up and tell me the tire is the wrong size. What? Monro gave me the wrong tires back when they replaced them in March. So I had to buy a new tire when I had a perfectly good one that is now god knows where. The tire was the wrong size and definitely didn't come from my car as it wouldn't have fit on the rim. \n\nAfter paying for the tire at Pep Boys I went over to Monro to see what they would do about it. They informed me that because I already had the new tire put on they couldn't do anything but the next time I came in they \""would work with me\"". Why the hell would I come back when you just screwed me out of a hundred bucks and a good tire? Not worth chancing. Because you couldn't fit me in within a day I get screwed? \n\nIf you need tires go to Pep Boys on Milvalle. If you need an oil change go to Midas on Penn Circle they'll be able to get you in and not wait three days.

01

Ah Monro, where \""45 minutes\"" is actually 2 hours and running at the time of this post. My car is on a lift with no tires and the employees are smoking cigarettes laughing. I can't even escape if I wanted to. At least they turned the heat off in the waiting room. Not like it's November in Pittsburgh or anything...

01

I wish we had a way to hold this corporation accountable for its crimes against our society.

01

Please go to the other McDonalds (not too far from here at 120 Penn Cir W).\n\nOne time while using their drive-thru service, we realized they forgot to add an item on our receipt. We asked how much the real total is and the employee told me, \""like $5.00.\"" WHAT!?!!?!! CAN YOU PLEASE USE YOUR REGISTER TO TELL ME HOW MUCH THE ACTUAL TOTAL IS!

01

Prepare to be wowed. \n\nHigh class dining in one of pittsburgh's up and coming hip neighborhoods. I thought I would try some of the world famous cuisine so I pulled up on a Thursday evening. \""Gar\u00e7on\"" I asked, \""may I try some of your french fried potatoes?\"" I was greeted with a crackled mutter as I inched my vehicle forward. I was then treated to a relaxing 15 minute wait as nobody moved in line. Perhaps it was the clientele, a 1992 minivan filled with some savvy locals. Perhaps it was the professional waitstaff, whom I could hear laughing and socializing through my window. Whatever it was, the dining experience was filled with culinary magic and spa-like service. After some deep meditation, I realized that perhaps tonight was not the best night to sample such fine delicacies so I pulled away. I cannot wait to return to this location and try my luck at trying these elusive fries. I highly recommend this palace of excellence.

01

I don't expect much from fast food restaurants. But I do expect to be spoken to when I am a paying customer. I just went through the drive-thru at this location and, other than taking my order at the speaker, no one said a word to me. There was a different person at each window, and neither of them said hello, your total is, fuck you, nothing. I don't think I've ever encountered such a miserable bunch of people. \n\nMaybe they're upset because their heroin operation was shut down.

01

Walter's is just a fantastic establishment. Tim is a phenomenal mechanic, who is as honest as they come, charges amazingly low prices, and - Morten H. is not lying - will actually suggest ways to save you money. The shop is small and usually pretty busy, but they will do their best to fit you in and get your car fixed up ASAP, and Tim always takes time to explain your car's problems to you. He will even show you what's wrong inside the car, or tell you how to do something yourself if that's what would be more sensible. I recommend Walter's to anyone who's in the market for a mechanic.

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I cannot say enough good things about Walter's. Tim, the head mechanic (Tim Walter, hence the name of the shop), is amazingly helpful and accommodating. He repairs my car quickly every time I go in, and I never have to bring it back for further repairs. He also fits me in right away (though it is a good idea to call ahead - they do get super busy because of their sheer awesomeness and small size). And when I pick my car up, he'll explain what was wrong and how he fixed it in a completely unpatronizing way, then usually undercharge me. I know, sounds too good to be true, but isn't. I'll be moving for grad school soon, and I can honestly say I will miss Walter's. I don't think I'll ever find a better shop/mechanic. \nA quick word of warning: Tim's adorable, but completely ADD. He'll fix your car well, and quickly, but he does get easily distracted sometimes. Bear with it, he's totally worth it.

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I went to Walt's due to the reviews I saw here on Yelp. I like supporting local business and I also wanted to find a garage I could trust. There was nothing wrong with my car I just needed the oil changed and I asked them to make sure I was \""good to go\"" for the winter season. They changed the oil, check my tires and topped off all my fluids all for $36. Tim is a helpful guy and will take his time to explain things to you. They seem to be quite busy all the time which I see as a good thing. However, it does mean that you have to call ahead for an appointment and you may not get your car in on the same day. I will be going back for all my car care needs!

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Tim is fantastic with German cars, including my 2003 3-series BMW, which was out the door for 400 - broken axle, oil change, tire rotation and one other thing. Labor prices are reasonable, it's just hard as hell to get an appointment. If he weren't so damn nice (like doing all sorts of free things for people) he could probably have himself a bigger, better garage and more people working for him.

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As numerous people have pointed out, Walter's is indeed a great repair shop. Tim (Walter is his last name) and the rest of his staff are friendly, honest, professional, and reliable. I highly recommend this shop for repairs, maintenance, and check ups. \n\nHowever, they are victims of their own awesomeness. The waits here can be long--2 weeks or more--due to how busy they are and they only have one bay. If you do have a pressing safety concern though, Tim is always willing to take your car for a spin or do a quick diagnosis to let you know if something needs to be taken care of.

12

Walter's garage is awesome! I was in real trouble with my car and needed immediate repairs and he managed to fit me into his busy schedule and charged a fair price for the work. He was kind and honest--what more could you ask for from a mechanic? :)

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I have a general rule of thumb when picking out an auto repair shop:\n\nThe \""office\"" must be very messy and grease and dirt must be everywhere. \n\nIn my opinion, if an auto shop has the time and money to keep a squeaky clean appearance, they're wasting some of your money you pay for service. Walter's Automotive fits the bill with their \""office\"" being a small cluttered desk in the service bay. Their \""lobby\"" is the doorway that you stand in just outside the \""office.\"" I couldn't be happier with my first impressions--to me, minimal overhead means maximum service and value.\n\nSure enough everyone at Walter's is very nice and helpful. Apparently, everyone else in Pittsburgh knows this since I have to schedule an appointment 10 days in advance just to get my car inspected. So please, even though Walter's is awesome, don't come here--I want this place to myself.

12

I was having an issue with the emissions light in my car. I spoke with Arlene, who gave me a rundown of what I could expect while my car was in the shop. She then told me that even though they were very busy, I could stop by before my appointment so that Tim could check things out and make sure my car was safe to drive. Tim poked around, figured out it was the gas cap, and sent me on my way without charging. A good mechanic is worth their weight in gold and I will not only return to this garage but refer others as well.

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Another five-star review, this one from a newbie. The brakes on my Honda fit were making a frightful sound. I was sure I'd get the full-rotor press from the chains, because that's kind of their job. The dealer sold me the car in the first place, so I don't like them. (Not 100% happy with the Fit). A little research turned up Walter's 42 5-star reviews, so I thought I'll give them a try. I wasn't certain they'd be able to see me soon enough, but whatever. Walter called me back within 1/2 hour, told me to get the car in ASAP to make sure it was safe to drive, 'and then if you have to go somewhere and wait, you have to go somewhere and wait.\"" I delivered my car 1/2 hour after that, went somewhere and waited, and had it back, fixed, within another hour, for less than 200 bucks. Walter's garage from now on. Yep.

12

I had to give Walter's 5 stars, if there was a way to say it was exceptional, I would do that.\n\nI found Walter's through yelp and was not sure how a auto repair shop had all 5-star reviews. This is totally unheard of. And now having gone there for a repair and inspection, I can just say, BEST MECHANIC IN TOWN. Other people have sung praises for Walter's already, so I won't get into that. My recommendation: If you are looking for an amazing, trustworthy, competent and humble mechanic, dial Walter's number. You will not be disappointed.

12

Went to Walt's Auto for an inspection after seeing all of these great reviews on Yelp, and was so happy I did. I will be taking my car and my husband's truck here from now on. The service here cannot be beat!

12

Walter's is the best and most honest mechanic I've ever worked with. They are super busy because they are so great, so they have no need to do unnecessary repairs. Can't speak highly enough of quality of their work and integrity!

12

Finding a decent, honest auto mechanic is always a battle. I can't stress enough how amazing Walter and his team are. They are very friendly, personable, honest hard working people. I would never go to another garage in Pittsburgh. I can't stress it enough!

12

The Kelly Strayhorn is a good idea which is poorly executed. The facility has problems: the stairs on the house are too narrow causing trips, the bathrooms don't really have the capacity for over 300 patrons, etc.\n\nBeyond the facility you get to the actual 'poorly executed' idea. The staff is extremely un-knowledgeable about the subjects they are producing. For instance none of the programmers on staff have any training in performing arts, they are all visual arts people playing at another field. As a result they don't even know what they are really producing and any experienced person in the field can tell. \n\nThe sad part about this is they REALLY try. They throw staff and new ideas at every opportunity. Don't expect great performances here, expect a talked up mediocre performance. \n\nAudience follows content and they don't have content or the staff that is knowledgeable enough to know better. Check back in in a couple of years. This apple is too green to eat much less pay for.

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I am at Food Glorious Food every weekend. I always try to sample something new every time I go, and everything I've had has been wonderful.\nThe cupcakes are so buttery and the fillings and frosting so creamy (and sweet, but not over the top sweet). The fruit tarts are also excellent-- my favorite is just topped with a very generous amount of cream and and assorted fruit (berries, kiwi, mandarin orange, etc). Ahh, soooo good.\nI haven't tried the focaccia (yet) but they look incredible. And I ALWAYS get a biscuit. Every time.\nThey recently expanded their hours, and are now open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. And they will take orders by phone. So if there is something you want that is a popular item, you can call and they will hold it for you until you get there! \nThe line can be long but the staff is very efficient-- I've never had to wait longer than 15 minutes. I can't say enough wonderful things about this place!

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I arrived on a Thursday afternoon at 5pm when there was absolutely no other soul in the bakery (except for the staff). My pumpkin pastry with carmel topping was alright. I also tried the key lime cake and sour cream and apple cake. The key lime cake was definitely the best of the three.\n\nWhile I've been to better bakeries, I will definitely be back. I have heard stories of wonder and delight from other friends.\n\nThere is a small seating area with tables and a water dispenser for diners.

01

I've had a wide range of experiences here. Let's just say, when I first moved here, one of the employees gave me poor advice and ended up totally screwing up my title. It's been a tremendous ordeal to get it fixed. Another employee tried to help me fix it and screwed that up too. Now I'm working with a third person who seems very competent and committed to helping me solve this problem, but even she is like \""I can't believe those other people told you to do that....they made this so much harder than it needed to be.\"" My thoughts exactly.\n\nWork with Barb, if you can. She knows her stuff. I don't quite trust anybody else to help me properly. Also they're only open from 830-4 (or is it 430?) so you pretty much have to go before work, or on Saturday. And I will be going in tomorrow at 830 until my car title saga finally comes to its conclusion....\n\nAlso, parking is free in their lot. And if you are a AAA member, I think your fees are lower, or something like that. I do have AAA, so it makes sense for me to come here - I can't say what the experience is like for non members.

01

If I could give negative stars I would. After this review, I'm writing the president of AA and if action is not taken to correct the disservice at this location, I will never be a AAA member again. (been one since 1999) \n\nI recently moved from TN and needed to transfer my title and register my Dodge Ram in PA. This process is costly regardless of where you go, but adding $36+ for every transaction makes AAA the most expensive. I'm willing to pay for people to deal with this inconvenience for me, but AAA has made it worse than going to the DMV. Each and every clerk at this location is incompetent, uneducated, and aloof. I should know, I've dealt with at LEAST a dozen. Go to the DMV.\n\nFor my very simple transaction, I've had to return to this location 7 (yes that is SEVEN!) times, and it still is not resolved. They've forgotten to request the title from my lien holder, issued the wrong plate for my vehicle, neglected to inform me of steps required by the state... I mean seriously, why would you pay $36 for EACH visit, just to get it wrong. Go to the DMV!\n\nWhy did you return there if you were so unhappy, you might ask. Well once you begin the process at one branch, you cannot transfer to any other branch. (We went to Monroeville to transfer my wife's car and it took 30 minutes, ONCE.) Go to Monroeville, or cancel your AAA membership and go to the DMV!!\n\nOh, and 30 minutes? that's a dream... I'm waited between 45 minutes and 3.5 HOURS at the East Liberty AAA. Prepare to take the day of work... nay, the WEEK in order to complete any transaction at this facility. Go to the DMV!!!!\n\nIt has now been over 5 months since I started this process and it's still up in the air. they don't know what I still need to do, but they are happy to keep charging me to figure it out. Save yourself hundreds of dollars and a weeks worth of lost wages and just GO TO THE DMV!!!!!!!! Yeah it might seem sterile and slow, but at least they aren't serial criminals. It'll be over with like waking up from a bad dream, instead of the reoccurring nightmare that is the East Liberty AAA.\n\nOh, and if you think this is a harsh review... Call their number, 412-365-7196. 9 times out of 10 it just rings and rings.. once I timed it for more than 30 minutes before I got an answer (with no apology). If you are in the AAA, you'll know I'm calling. It's the constant ring in the background that NOBODY answers.

01

This is one of my favorite bars in Pittsburgh. It's a bit edgier than most of the others bars in the area, which also gives it a lot more character. This place is one of the closest things that reminds me of an urban-artsy feel that I'm used to in Southern CA. \n\nShadow supports local artists and has weekly open mics. Only downside is I'm not used to paying a cover for open-mic sessions, but I understand an establishment needs to raise some dough. The drinks are decent and there are many local and big artists that come here for shows. \n\nAlways good vibes at Shadow!

12

Among the best of the 'burgh. Great live acts on a regular basis.

12

Combinacion!\nThis place is the shit for real.\nWhere's the Patron at???\n\n(b)

12

One of the most eclectic venues in Pittsburgh. Shadow Lounge has a great variety of acts that it pulls in.\n\nI just went to their Titletown Soul & Funk Party and it was a really great time. Great music, fun crowd, pretty decent prices on drinks. I'll definitely be going back for Titletown and in general, Shadow Lounge is a great place to see alternative acts in Pittsburgh.

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AVA/ Shadow Lounge is a place that I would take my out of town guest on a Monday night. With the live music and well mixed drinks, it is a place that is sure to be a good time. \n\nIf you're luck to nab a seat/table near the door I would recommend it. Since the live music can be loud, it's a great way to enjoy the band and still carry a conversation. Definitely stop by and check it out- you won't be sorry!

12

Um, amazing. Is this real life? Or is it just a shadow? Just kidding about that joke. But seriously, I was blown away by the drinks, specials, servers, food, manager, space....that I couldn't understand why it wasn't packed on a Monday night that happened to be Martin Luther King Day! Callen (I think I am spelling her name right) is an incredibly sweet, efficient, and talented bartender; Solomon on the grill whips up a KILLER (but without death; veg friendly) tofu and bean fried taco; and Justin is an offbeat, dry, and very cool bar owner who is interested in providing an open space for his community - they have held a huge number of widely different acts in the past, and plan for more in the future! Look out! Geeeez, guys, AND you have drink specials erry dey? Thank God I got there on $4 margarita night. Nothing impresses me more than a dern good margarita, I don't care if it comes in a tall glass.\n\nThe bar itself (I don't think we're in AVA anymore, Toto...) can get mildly confusing if you don't bother to learn the layout until you're three margaritas deep, so let me advise you in advance: AVA is the part that is glowing green, and feels like a cozy, well, lounge...Shadow Lounge is the rest. There is a large, yellow room containing the main stage, and a blue, intimate room with a half-bar. \n\nWho wants to go with me on a Wednesday for ~experimental~craft~drink~ night? Oh, and no, they're not hiring.

12

Enjoyed the winter solstice concert Saturday night. Fun scene, cover benefited charity, drinks were decent (nothing spectacular), but the grilled cheeses moved this review from a three to four star rating. Fun night, cool spot. Will go back!

12

There were zero other people here aside from my friend and I.

01

i was here for a concert the other night. apparently, there's much more to the venue than the side we were on where the stage was, but it was a pretty small area for a pretty big crowd. ok, so we arrived shortly before the opening act and ordered beers. $4 for a yuengling bottle isn't ideal, but whatever. we snagged a table with stools near the door before too many people got there. by the time the opener was over, the place was packed shoulder to shoulder, and whether we stood or remained on our stools, it was nearly impossible to see the stage.\ni liked that it was an intimate venue, but that many people packed into such a small space, with expensive drinks, and not even a good view? not the best venue i've ever been to...

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I agree with Stacey B. I am not cool enough for this place. I Spoke with Jay Malls briefly, and he was indeed cool ,This is one of the best R&B DJ's since Venus Flytrap. (from \""WKRP in Cincinnati\"" )\n\nI hope to stop in again soon . It is worth the trip.

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Fish out of water here when it comes to hardware related things. I mean I know how to swing a hammer and push a button to start a machine, but all the other stuff...meh.\n\nI've only really gone in here to pick up paint, so I'll focus on that. I feel bad for the lady that works the paint counter. Each time I'm in there she always seems to be by herself with a line of customers all wanting there base paint tinted. I don't believe there was ever a time I could just walk up to the counter and have my paint mixed for me. Give that woman a hand.

01

I would rather drive out of my way to another Home Depot than give this location my business. \n\nEmployees are unhelpful and the most of them are too busy talking to each other and complaining about their jobs to notice you're standing there in front of them. Strike that... I'm certain they notice, they just don't care.\n\nI'm a pretty understanding person, but when this sort of thing happens more than once on the same visit, it's time to go. There are plenty of HD's around, seek them out and skip this one (especially if you're going to have questions)!

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What has happened to the East Liberty Home Depot? It used to be my \""go-to\"" place for everything DIY, but no longer. \n\nI stopped by yesterday to pick up about nine items, all of them basic home improvement supplies: cabinet handles, tension rods, quarter round molding, etc. I came away with NONE of it. Everything we wanted was OUT OF STOCK! When I asked if I could order it and have it delivered to the store (to save the shipping costs) I was told that the items I wanted were not \""qualified\"" for delivery to the store. \""When will the items be restocked?\"" \""Don't know.\"" \""Would it be possible to get the items delivered from another store in the region?\"" \""No, that 'messes with' our inventory controls.\"" Oh, but I was told I could haul my sorry butt out to Monroeville where the stock of everything I wanted was plentiful. Really? \n\nThe staff I dealt with could not have cared less about helping me. Maybe because it was a holiday (New Year's Eve). Dunno. Don't care. Customer service should not ebb and flow based on the day/date. \n\nThe East Liberty HD used to have shelves full of product and plenty of choices. And the staff was helpful and eager to engage with customers. No longer. It appears that the company has given up on the location and is letting it die a slow and painful (for its customers) death. \n\nVERY disappointing to me.

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Waiting 20 minutes to get one piece of wood cut in an empty store on a Friday afternoon. Priceless!

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Fairly mediocre, even by the relatively modest standards of Home Depot. Unfortunately, this is probably the best you're going to do for hardware in most of Pittsburgh.

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Tried using the online order store pickup with the hopes of increased efficiency. fail.

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A few hours before the event, we happened across the ad in the City Paper and decided to give it a shot. We were excited to get there as the event said we would be making something, there would be food and music, demonstrations, live music, and a gallery. Booking our reservations for 6pm was quick and easy over the phone; $60 for a couple. Upon arrival, we checked in and were asked if we wanted to purchase another item to make; we were confused because we assumed that we would each get to make something. In the end, we chose not to spend the extra $15 to make another garden float/ornament; aka a hollow glass ball. \n\nWhen our 'instructor' met with us, he was very friendly but it was loud and he was very hard to hear. He ran through everything at lightning speed and in the end, all we got to do was blow air in a tube for 10 seconds. Had the first attempt not popped, I wouldn't even have been able to do anything! From a teacher's standpoint, there were many other steps in the process that we should have been able to participate in; I would've been happy to sign a waiver if that is part of the issue. Within 15 minutes, our ball was done and we were shuffled out so another couple could have their turn.\n\nWe then worked our way downstairs to the food and drink and there was an assortment of beer, wine, sparkling juices, veggies, fruit, cheese, and some deli meats. The assortment was nice, as we were able to snack on the healthy side, but the beer was still warm.\n\nThe gallery was nice to walk through with work on display from so many talented people, the live music added to the ambiance, and the demonstrations were interesting to watch.\n\nIn the end, it was nice experience, but were severely let down by the make-it/take-it section of the evening (the part we were most excited for!). It really started to bug us, when later in the evening, we saw an older couple getting to do more of the steps in the process (mind you, we aren't young kids, but young professionals). We would have liked to have a small 'info talk' about the steps that will take place, why they are that way, the tools used, maybe some quick science behind it, then get to work on the item.

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Went here with my girlfriends last Saturday. They were having a girls night event. A small bar & desserts were included in the price. It was $40 per person. We loved it! We worked closely with a glass artist. We didn't just watch, we were acutally doing it! We made glass flowers, I can't wait to pick mine up! (It takes a few days.) I definitely recommend this as something different to do with friends or on a date! My one friend did a glass blowing event there & said that this was much more HANDS ON than the glass blowing was.

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Great for a quick cut. $22 for extreme attention to detail and excellent finish.

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