The Franktuary
325 Oliver Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 288-0322
www.franktuary.com
Monday-Friday, 10-3
This lunch-only diner serves up the best hot dogs in Pittsburgh. Located in a church basement, the Franktuary (notice the pun intended) specializes in 100% beef or 100% turkey (as well as the customer fave "locavore") hot dogs loaded with unique extras. They even offer a vegetarian dog variety for non-carnivores.
Primanti Bros.
46 18th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 263-2142
www.primantibrothers.com
Open 24-7, 7 days a week
Famous for its Pittsburgh-style sandwiches loaded with coleslaw and other condiments, Primanti Bros. is a 'Burgh favorite. There are many locations throughout the city, but the one in The Strip District is the original and busiest spot.
Quiet Storm
5430 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-9355
www.qspgh.com
Monday-Friday, 10-10; Saturday-Sunday, 10-5 (closed on Tuesday)
Quiet Storm is a vegetarian/vegan diner and cafe in Pittsburgh's East End. The kitchen serves an eclectic menu made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients and they brew their own roasted coffee.
Taste of India
4320 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 681-7700
www.tasteofindiapittsburgh.com
Lunch: Monday-Saturday, 11:30-2:30
Dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 5-10; Friday-Saturday, 5-10:30
While many locals say that nearby Monroeville is the place to go for Indian food, Pittsburgh's Taste of India serves up authentic curries, dahls and naan at an affordable price.