Check out these local gems along the route in two historic Pittsburgh neighborhoods!

Join us for OpenStreetsPGH on July 27 from 10am to 2pm as we celebrate the unique character of the Strip District and Lawrenceville– Discover a new business, eat at a local restaurant, and ride along with thousands of other event attendees.

Here’s our list of places you won’t want to miss along the July 27 OpenStreetsPGH route, and be sure to message us if you have more to share!

Food & Beverage

• Allegheny Wine Mixer – 5326 Butler St

This cozy wine bar is one of the best low-key spots in the city – grab a funky wine, a cheesy toastie, and a crème brûlée!

• Bar Marco – 2216 Penn Ave

With a $45 prix fixe and unique cocktails that can’t be beat, Bar Marco is the perfect place to plan your next date night. Pro tip: order the bonus pasta!

• Brooklyn Bagel at Arsenal – 3915 Butler St

A lovely cafe to grab a bagel and coffee, and lock in for some solid work hours.

• The Butterword Bake Consortium – 5222 Butler St

Looking for your next sober hangout spot? This is it! While Butterwood serves incredible cakes all day long, their cozy cafe stays open until 11pm to satisfy all of your late-night cake cravings. Plus, they have great vegan options.

• Cinderlands Warehouse – 2601 Smallman St

A craft brewery and scratch kitchen all rolled into one. Check out their first floor for games like bocce ball and shuffleboard, or relax on their covered patio upstairs!

• Colangelo’s Pizza – 207 21st St

This Italian bakery features fresh and delicious pasta, pizza, paninis, and pastries.

• Colombino Coffee – 3817 Butler St

Serving delicious lattes and arepas, this Colombian food truck is a great place to grab a pick-me-up.

• Convive Coffee – 4032 Butler St

• De Fer Coffee & Tea – 2002 Smallman St

Come for the inventive coffee, cocktails, and baked goods…. and stay for the tinned fish! This unique cafe has a bit of something for everyone.

• DiAnoia’s Eatery – 2549 Penn Ave

Craving pasta? This is the place for you! DiAnoia’s serves up hearty Italian dishes, refreshing cocktails, and an incredible selection of desserts.

• Espresso a Mano – 3623 Butler St

Serving delicious coffee and pastries, this espresso bar and coffee shop is filled with art and community. Show your BikePGH Member card for $1 off all bulk coffee!

• Field Day – 3706 Butler St

A bustling hub for coworking, food, drinks, and events in the heart of Lawrenceville… with a great view from the rooftop bar! 

• Inkwell Coffee Shop – 4419 Butler St

A BikePGH staff favorite, this lovely cafe serves up classic coffee and teas, as well as unique seasonal offerings!

• La Gourmandine – 4605 Butler St

For over a decade, La Gourmandine has been serving delicious baked goods and decadent pastries, come check them out in their original Lawrenceville location.

• Lola’s Eatery – 3337 Penn Ave

A Filipino-inspired brunch spot, Lola’s has incredible bagels, donuts, and lumpia! My favorite? The ube cinnamon roll. And speaking of ube… UBE FEST – Check out Ube Fest during OpenStreetsPGH, complete with an ube themed scavenger hunt through Lawrenceville! Ube Fest is a celebration of Filipino culture, art, and food.

• Lucy’s Banh Mi  – 2216 Penn Ave

A hotspot for Vietnamese food in Pittsburgh – Lucy vacations back home in Vietnam during the winter, but you can catch her slinging sammies in the Strip all summer long!

• Maggie’s Farm Strip District Barrelhouse – 3212a Smallman St

Although Maggie’s has expanded their operations out to Upper St Clair, their Barrelhouse and Cocktail Lounge is still going strong! Head here for creative tiki cocktails, and the best falernum money can buy.

• Mediterra Cafe – 5202 Butler St

Another BikePGH staff favorite, this cafe and bakery is a great spot to stop if you’re in need of breakfast, a pastry, or a fantastic loaf of bread.

• Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream – 3803 Butler St

Millie’s is an incredible supporter of our mission – and the ice cream doesn’t hurt either! Come here when you’re needing a delicious sweet treat, with vegan and gluten free options galore.

• Morcilla – 3519 Butler St

This awarded tapas spot features incredible bites; my favorites are their jamón serrano, fried artichokes, and gildas. Wash it all down with a glass of their refreshing sangria!

• Novaria Coffee Co – 1812 Penn Ave

The only Syrian cafe in Pittsburgh, this third wave coffee shop has some of the friendliest staff and the warmest, richest cardamom coffee around. 

• Pane è Pronto – 2627 Penn Ave

From the owners of DiAnoia’s, this hole-in-the-wall bakery has incredibly fresh bread, pastries, and sandwiches. Try the cacio e pepe focaccia!

• Pita My Shawarma – 3716 Butler St

With fresh, juicy chicken shawarma, crispy falafel, and herby zaatar fries, this Lebanese street food spot is great for any time of day. Show your BikePGH membership card to get a free side of fries with your order :)

• Pusadee’s Garden – 5319 Butler St

Come for the mind-blowing Thai dishes and stay for the gorgeous garden patio, this is a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Bar walkups are welcome, but it’s wise for diners to make a reservation for peak hours.  

• Salem Market and Grill – 2923 Penn Ave

Whether you’re ordering a hot kabab to-go, checking out their incredible selection of Middle Eastern groceries, or looking to cater your next event, Salem’s has it all!

• Wholey’s – 1711 Penn Ave

A fish market, a grocery store, a hot food counter, and Andy’s Sushi Bar all make Wholey’s one of the most popular destinations in the Strip.

Art & Culture

• Attack Theatre – 212 45th St

Since 1994, Attack Theatre has created bold, immersive experiences by weaving together modern dance, music, and visual artistry. If you’re looking for a fun way to move your body, come check out one of their classes!

• Iron City Boulders – 143 51st St

This badass indoor rock-climbing gym is just a block from the route and features a variety of fitness options. Show your BikePGH Member card for a 10% discount on adult day passes + free rental shoes during your visit!

• The Clemente Museum – 3339 Penn Ave

The Clemente Museum honors Roberto Clemente, a Puerto Rican Pirates player who advocated for racial equity and the dignity of underserved communities both on and off the field. The museum is hosting Open House events on July 18th, 19th, and during OpenStreetsPGH! Plan your visit here! (It’s just one block off the route!)

• Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre – 2900 Liberty Ave

PBT has been dedicated to celebrating the art of ballet in Pittsburgh since 1969. Check out their upcoming performance of Dracula the last weekend in October.

• Pittsburgh Opera – 2425 Liberty Ave

The Pittsburgh Opera is a pinnacle of musical art in Pittsburgh, showcasing incredible singers and dramatic performances. Their next featured opera, La Bohème, runs in October.

• Quantum Theatre – 212 45th St

A vital part of our city’s theatre scene, Quantum Theatre offers unique productions with a focus on non-traditional spaces. View upcoming shows on their website.

• Redfishbowl – 4327 Butler St #200

A grassroots artist collective and art studio showcasing works from local artists and hosting creative gallery events with music, live art, and performance. Great to find local gifts, too!

• Rowhouse Cinema – 4115 Butler St

If you want to see films you love on the big screen, and have a craft beer from Bierport while doing so, look no further than Rowhouse. With fun, themed weeks and events, this theater is a must-go for your next movie night.

• Spirit – 242 51st St

A music venue, event space, bar, and pizza spot, Spirit is a crowd-favorite venue to see a show and grab a drink.

Shop & Explore

• Babes & Bubbles Market – Strip District Terminal

Babes & Bubbles is a celebration of the dynamic spirit of women-owned businesses, featuring an eclectic array of products, live music, and bubbly curated with care. Check out the market while you are on the OpenStreetsPGH route at the Strip District Terminal.

• Boheme Pittsburgh – 5156 Butler St

Boheme features over 25 local small businesses, showcasing handcrafted goods, original art, and curated vintage fashion.

• Dragonfly Castle Toys – 4147 Butler St

This toy store focuses on European- and American-made toys with no screen or batteries. If you’re looking for a classic toy for the kid in your life, this is the place.

• Gemini Vintage – 3534 1/2, Butler St

Self-proclaimed as “Curated Maximalism” (we love that!), this charming vintage store features colorfully curated clothes and accessories in Lower Lawrenceville.

• Kindred Cycles – 2515 Penn Ave

A women-owned full service bike shop, Kindred is the best place to stop in the Strip when you need a flat fix, a new bell, or an e-bike! Show your BikePGH Member card for 10% off Merchandise (*Excludes Bikes, Car Racks, and Labor).

• Iron City Bikes – 3822 Butler St

Bicycles, Gear, Parts and accessories, right on Butler Street! Need your bike worked on? They got you.

• Rosie’s Records – 5401 Butler St

Named after the icon store’s bulldog, Rosie’s features home decor, gifts, and new and pre-loved vinyl; they buy records, too!

• Lawrenceville Market House – 4112 Butler St

This neighborhood market has a bit of everything: coffee, jewelry, clothes, and pinball!

• Nine O’Clock Wines

While there are many great businesses in the Market House, Nine O’Clock Wines is a stand-out. Whether you’re a seasoned wine expert or just looking for a nice bottle to have with dinner… Come here while you still can! 

• Many More Marketplace – 2767 Liberty Ave

Now in their new location on Liberty Ave, Many More is a gigantic grocery and food hub; notable features include their bakery, hot food counter, and incredible hotpot selection.

• POGOH – 3328 Penn Ave

POGOH is Pittsburgh’s bikeshare system offering both pedal and electric-assist bikes at dozens of stations around the city.

Adaptive POGOH is POGOH’s adaptive cycle share program! Want to learn 

more? Adaptive POGOH will be popping up at 34th + Smallman, as well as 

hosting a group ride during the event (details TBD – updates will be posted on their Instagram).

• Sambok Korean Groceries – 1735 Penn Ave

A delightful spot to pick up your favorite Korean goods – best kimchi in the Burgh!

• Reyna Foods – 2031 Penn Ave

Reyna Foods, the only Mexican grocery store in the Strip, features freshly made tortillas, barrels of dried chilis, and 

• The Terminal – 2101 Smallman St

Home to over two dozen businesses, The Terminal has transformed the former Fruit Auction & Sales Building into a bustling pedestrian mall complete with food, drink, shopping, and fun experiences!

• Vestis – 4415 Butler St

With a focus on ethically-manufactured and sustainable clothing made in America, this specialty clothing store features selvedge denim, button-downs, stylish workwear, and outerwear.

• Wagner Shoes – 4313 Butler St

For over 150 years, Wagner Shoes has been providing comfortable and fashionable footwear in Lawrenceville!

• Wildcard – 4209 Butler St

A delightful shop when you’re in need of a gift for yourself or a loved one – Wildcard features unique art, fun cards, and trinkets galore.

This list is not comprehensive, but we did our best to highlight many awesome businesses! If you have a good spot on the July OpenStreetsPGH route in mind that’s missing from this list, be sure to message us! See you on Sunday, July 27 in Lawrenceville + The Strip!

I live along the route. What do I need to know?

Cars parked along the route must be moved before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning or they will be towed. Streets will begin closing to cars on Sunday, July 27th at 8 a.m. and will start reopening around 2 p.m. “No Parking” signs will be placed along the route on Wednesday.