Reviews written by Matt De Reno
In an effort to get started early on a New Year’s resolution - yes, it is right about that time - I signed up for a free trial at...
I took my Mom down to Fox Chapel shopping plaza to get her new iPhone set up at the Xfinity Store. If this would be the only reason I...
We finally got around to stopping down at Knuckleheads Bar -- Yes, twist our arm. Now granted, we have heard from many people across North Hills about the Karaoke scene here which is regarded as second to none by many. Alas, if you are the Harley Davidson type, Knucklheads is well known for hosting Bike Nights too. Check their website for the next events of these sorts if you plan to roll your hog down to one of these things or bring your best rockstar impersonation. When we were down there, it was early on a Tuesday, and a...
I have made frequent visits to DiBella's Subs in the McCandless Crossing shopping plaza, and usually, it has been a good to average experience. Recently though, my expectations were...
For years, I used the lawn care services provided by Kinvara Cuts LLC and I am more than pleased with their service. They have been fast, efficient, dependable, and...
Subway has endured for years despite the abundance of sandwich and sub shops, but I have to commend the one in West View. Not only is it like every...
You know I don't like to say negative things too often, but really the Subway on Babcock Blvd. in Ross Township sucks. This is the one next to Papa...
Yes, we absolutely loved them! They were hot, spicy, and delicious, hitting the spot just right. We stopped down at their grand opening for Wingstop McKnight Rd. on Monday,...
If you enjoy delicious custom-made pasta dishes and unique Italian cuisine, then Legend's Eatery is the ideal place for you! Located on the corner of E. Ohio Street and...
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Cafe Des Amis in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, and let me tell you, it was an absolute delight! Picture this: it was a...
As a weekend golfer with limited experience, I can't comment on the facilities at Allegheny County's North Park Golf Club compared to what seasoned golfers might expect. But despite...
This golf course is truly a gem that offers exceptional value for the money. Despite not having sand bunkers or water hazards, the absence of these features doesn't detract...
So, me and my buddy took a swing at the Pittsburgh National Golf Club this fine afternoon. Let's dish the dirt starting with the good stuff. The greens? Pristine....
LakeVue North is the spot in Pittsburgh if you're looking for a golf adventure that's easy on the eyes but tough on the scorecard. Picture this: me, trying to...
My visit to Totin's Diner was a delightful throwback experience, where the charm of yesteryear meets the comfort of today. My son and his friend each tackled...
Last Thursday, me and my golfing pal decided it was high time to dust off the ol' clubs and give 'em a whirl at Clover Hill. Picture it: a...
So there I was, nestled snugly between Good Friday and Easter, fully prepped for a tranquil night in, when Big Red buzzed me up. With a lure too tempting to resist, he promised a sneak peek into his coveted collection of prime, rare whiskey. How could I say no? The rain was drumming a steady rhythm outside, setting the perfect backdrop for what was to unfold. Off to Big Red’s I went, and let me tell you, those whiskeys weren’t just rare; they were like sipping on distilled legends. But as the rain refused to...
On a breezy March day, the stars aligned for your truly, Noodles, to make a grand pilgrimage to the temple of high-tech golf—Top Golf in Bridgeville. Thanks to an...
Stepping into Hidden Harbor in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, you're transported from the city's streets to a tropical oasis that feels both sophisticated and cool—two words I, Noodles, don't sling around lightly. The place pulses with a vibe that's as refreshing as the breeze off a Polynesian lagoon. It's here, amidst this lush backdrop, that I found myself sipping on a finely crafted local beer from Independent Brewing, chatting up a Ph.D. economics TA from the nearby University of Pittsburgh. As the evening unfolded, I was struck by the unique mix of patrons. More folks...
On one sunny April afternoon, after catching a ballgame with Big Red at PNC Park, I found myself meandering through the historic streets of Pittsburgh's Deutschtown, turning a simple...
Last week's Pirates game was a distant memory when the real hunger games began—a post-middle school pick-up with my kid who was absolutely famished, and my better half chimed...
There we were at Shooters Golf in McCandless, The Painter and I, all geared up in one of the high-tech virtual golf rooms. The plan was simple: swing some...
On a temperate Thursday evening, I found myself venturing into Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood to meet Timmy O, affectionately dubbed "Our Man In The East End." Unfortunately, plans fell through, but never one to waste a good evening, I decided to explore the vibrant local scene on my own. My first stop was Hidden Harbor, an eclectically pleasant tiki bar, where I struck up an engaging conversation with an economics TA that lasted over an hour. As the night progressed, my stomach led me to a place affectionately known as "The Cage" by locals, but formally called...
Last Saturday afternoon, as the warm summer sun beamed down, my better half and I decided to indulge in the Caribbean-inspired delights at Kaya, in Pittsburgh's lively Strip District....
On a sunny Sunday late morning, my neighbor, "Hollywood" and I decided it was high time to hit the links, so we packed up the Noodles mobile, a "Willy's...
Last Thursday, while my better half was dancing the night away with the Pittsburgh Tango group on the other side of the Hot Metal Bridge, I found myself embarking on a solo bar exploration in the South Side. It wasn’t long before I landed at a spot called The Library. No, not the place for quiet reading—though I couldn’t resist texting my better half to tell her I’d popped over to 'the Library' for a bit of 'study.' The Library on Carson is one of those rare places that marries the spaciousness of a grand venue with the snug...
After wrapping up a mid-morning meeting in Spring Garden, I, Noodles, found myself with a craving for a hearty breakfast. Originally planning to grab a bite at Scratch &...
As a self-proclaimed beer enthusiast, I don't often venture into the realms of tea and coffee unless it's to bring home something special for Mrs. Noodles, who has quite...
Last week, while strolling up Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh's vibrant Strip District, a sudden and urgent predicament—courtesy of a hearty "City of Champions" breakfast at De Luca's Diner—had me...
After a morning of exploring the artsy crafts, chic boutiques, and unique shops along Penn Ave in Pittsburgh's Strip District, it was time to switch gears and dive into something a bit more my style. That's how I found myself at Lefty's, a quintessential dive bar almost hidden among street vendors peddling t-shirts and assorted tchotchkes. Lefty's is the kind of place that thrives on not caring much about ambiance, which ironically creates its own sort of charm. It's authentically disheveled, the kind of spot where a poster proudly proclaims "Yelp Zero Stars" as a...