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Oakland Noms

1. Chipotle Mexican Grill

3615 Forbes Ave (Forbes & Meyran), Pittsburgh, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Central Oakland · 33 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: If you get a bowl, you can ask for tortilla on the side and make mini tacos!

2. Qdoba Mexican Grill

3712 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Central Oakland · 9 tips and reviews

Jasmine W.Jasmine White: Get a free drink, with the purchase of an entree, by showing your college ID.

Joe Mama's is one of Oakland Noms.

3. Joe Mama's

3716 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Italian Restaurant · Central Oakland · 20 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: The tiramisu is to die for!

Mad Mex is one of Oakland Noms.

4. Mad Mex

370 Atwood St (at Bates St), Pittsburgh, PA
Fast Food Restaurant · Central Oakland · 54 tips and reviews

Scott M.Scott Menzer: go for happy hour at 9pm for cheap Big Azz Margaritas!

India Garden is one of Oakland Noms.

5. India Garden

328 Atwood St, Pittsburgh, PA
Indian Restaurant · Central Oakland · 28 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: pros: good food, kingfisher, good late night prices. cons: a little sketchy looking, a little pricey (though most indian places are), heavy bass from the bar below at night

6. Salem's Halal Meats & Groceries

338 S Bouquet St, Pittsburgh, PA
Butcher · Central Oakland · 2 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: The gyros are great, and its about the only place with halal food in Oakland, so if you have religious constraints, you'll be here a lot.

Fuel and Fuddle is one of Oakland Noms.

7. Fuel and Fuddle

212 Oakland Ave (btwn Forbes Ave & Sennott St), Pittsburgh, PA
American Restaurant · Central Oakland · 109 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: Usually a late night spot but they have a decent Sunday brunch in case Pamela's is too crowded

Quaker Steak & Lube® is one of Oakland Noms.

8. Quaker Steak & Lube®

3600/3602 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA
Wings Joint · 21 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: Work your way up the sauces to the triple atomic. Then die.

The Original Hot Dog Shop is one of Oakland Noms.

9. The Original Hot Dog Shop

3901 Forbes Ave (at S Bouquet St.), Pittsburgh, PA
Hot Dog Joint · North Oakland · 41 tips and reviews

SharonSharon: Get a small order of fries.

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is one of Oakland Noms.

10. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

5.9
3712 5th Ave (Oakland Ave), Oakland, PA
Ice Cream Parlor · 8 tips and reviews

Rob M.Rob M.: Go to Rita's and order a vanilla custard. It's my favorite! If you're in the mood for Italian ice, try the mango. Read more.

Veracruz Mexican Restaurant is one of Oakland Noms.

11. Veracruz Mexican Restaurant

3715 Forbes Ave (btw Atwood & Oakland), Pittsburgh, PA
Mexican Restaurant · Central Oakland · 9 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: Get the taco platter and try the avocado sauce with the rice and beans.

Uncle Sam's Subs is one of Oakland Noms.

12. Uncle Sam's Subs

210 Oakland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
Sandwich Spot · Central Oakland · 26 tips and reviews

Anthony F.Anthony Failla: Eat in..get free fries

Primanti Bros. is one of Oakland Noms.

13. Primanti Bros.

7.2
3803 Forbes Avenue (at Bouquet St), Pittsburgh, PA
Sandwich Spot · 48 tips and reviews

Welcome to CollegeWelcome to College: A Pittsburgh tradition since 1933, we strongly recommend stopping by during a college visit to Pitt! All sandwiches include fries, slaw, and tomatoes and they are UNREAL!

Oishii Bento is one of Oakland Noms.

14. Oishii Bento

7.6
119 Oakland Ave (between Forbes & 5th), Pittsburgh, PA
Asian Restaurant · Oakland · 37 tips and reviews

Shawn N.Shawn Norcross: Get the Oishii Roll! Hands-down the best sushi roll I've ever had.

The Porch at Schenley is one of Oakland Noms.

15. The Porch at Schenley

8.0
221 Schenley Dr (at Forbes Ave), Pittsburgh, PA
New American Restaurant · North Oakland · 84 tips and reviews

Swati G.Swati Gupta: Pizzas are half off after 9:30 on weekdays!

India On Wheels is one of Oakland Noms.

16. India On Wheels

6.7
Bigelow Blvd. (Btwn Fifth Ave & O'Hara St), Pittsburgh, PA
Food Truck · 8 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: I'd say its better food than Tamarind and Tandoor (does that even exist anymore) up on Craig. Grab some and hang out at Soldiers and Sailors when the weather's good.

Union Grill is one of Oakland Noms.

17. Union Grill

7.8
413 S Craig St (Forbes), Pittsburgh, PA
American Restaurant · North Oakland · 40 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: The $10 wine list has some decent wine bottles for that much!

The Black Bean is one of Oakland Noms.

18. The Black Bean

239 Atwood St, Pittsburgh, PA
Cuban Restaurant · Central Oakland · 6 tips and reviews
Spice Island Tea House is one of Oakland Noms.

19. Spice Island Tea House

253 Atwood St, Pittsburgh, PA
Asian Restaurant · Central Oakland · 52 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: don't get scared because this place looks like a shady hole in the wall, the food is excellent

20. Antoon's Pizza

7.2
247 Atwood St, Pittsburgh, PA
Pizzeria · Central Oakland · 7 tips and reviews

Mitch D.Mitch Donaberger: Not the best pizza, but certainly the cheapest 16" large in the city. $4.59!

Pizza Sola is one of Oakland Noms.

21. Pizza Sola

114 Atwood St (at Euler Way), Pittsburgh, PA
Pizzeria · 13 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: The regular slices taste better than the freshly made college special for some reason =\

Ali Baba Restaurant is one of Oakland Noms.

22. Ali Baba Restaurant

7.2
404 S Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA
Middle Eastern Restaurant · North Oakland · 17 tips and reviews

CraigCraig: Go to Ali Baba. Try the sleek--browned onions, mmmm. Fill in with the other appetizers. You won't need the kebabs.

Lucca Ristorante is one of Oakland Noms.

23. Lucca Ristorante

7.0
317 S Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA
Italian Restaurant · North Oakland · 15 tips and reviews

Joanna Q.Joanna Quinn: Get the bruchetta. You won't be disappointed!

Eat Unique is one of Oakland Noms.

24. Eat Unique

8.0
305 S Craig St (Fifth Ave.), Pittsburgh, PA
Sandwich Spot · North Oakland · 38 tips and reviews

Abhinav S.Abhinav Sharma: If the Malibu Avocado burger is on the menu that day, you have to try it, comes in a Pita like wrap.

Orient Express is one of Oakland Noms.

25. Orient Express

5.3
4609 Forbes Ave (Craig St), Pittsburgh, PA
Chinese Restaurant · North Oakland · 31 tips and reviews

Justin S.Justin Sullivan: $5.99 lunch specials. Ample portions include choice of chicken teryaki or spring roll.

Lulu's Noodles is one of Oakland Noms.

26. Lulu's Noodles

400 S Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA
Thai Restaurant · North Oakland · 93 tips and reviews

Brian M.Brian M: Noodle dishes are the best! Try the bubble tea, odd, but delicious.

Little Asia is one of Oakland Noms.

27. Little Asia

311 S Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA
Asian Restaurant · North Oakland · 29 tips and reviews

Rajeev S.Rajeev Sharma: Chinese/Japanese Bento Box is a pretty decent deal ($11 all day). Also comes with miso soup.

Rose Tea Cafe is one of Oakland Noms.

28. Rose Tea Cafe

5.6
414 S Craig St, Pittsburgh, PA
Taiwanese Restaurant · North Oakland · 15 tips and reviews
Hello Bistro - Oakland is one of Oakland Noms.

29. Hello Bistro - Oakland

8.3
3605 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
New American Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews