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Aladdin’s Eatery, Squirrel Hill, PA

Aladdin’s restaurant in Squirrel Hill has enjoyed a loyal following since its opening. The food is fresh, the restaurant is clean, and the service is good on a consistent basis. What most people don’t know however, is that Aladdin’s Eatery is a chain.

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The Mediterranean Grill

I’ve been to the Mediterranean Grill on a few occasions over the past two years. It always bewilders me that I have to walk downstairs to get to the restaurant. Yeah, it’s underground and there are no windows- nada. The setting seems more like an office than restaurant, with carpeted floors and plain walls. If you have problems with closed spaces, this probably isn’t the place for you.

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Grand Concourse, Pittsburgh, PA

You can’t live in the city of Pittsburgh and not be familiar with the Grand Concourse restaurant in Station Square. It’s a spectacular restaurant, huge in fact, with high vaulted ceilings spectacular architecture and a rich history.

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Point Brugge Cafe, Pittsburgh, PA

The structure that now houses Point Brugge Café was once the Point Café. The Point Café had its regulars, but didn’t enjoy the success that the Point Brugge Café has over the past few years.

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Shady Grove, Pittsburgh, PA

You know it’s going to be a long week when it’s Monday night and already you are too lazy to cook. Luckily, I’ve got this sweet new gig that allows me to justify going out to dinner pretty much whenever I please (and can afford it)! On this creepy fall evening, I decided to head to Walnut Street in Shadyside. We wanted some “low-key” good, ol’ American food. We headed to Shady Grove.

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The Cheesecake Factory, Pittsburgh, PA

That is how I feel about The Cheesecake Factory. In my opinion, there is nothing great about it, but it’s certainly not the worst restaurant. It’s fine.

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