Best BBQ Restaurants in Pittsburgh, PA
Looking for BBQ Restaurants in Pittsburgh? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Smokehouses serving brisket, pulled pork, ribs and wings with house-made sauces and sides.
This guide lists 10 BBQ Restaurants in and around Pittsburgh, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 8 link to their own website, 10 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 BBQ Restaurants in Pittsburgh
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Smokey Bones Pittsburgh
- Address 6050 Robinson Centre Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
- Phone (412) 788-0123
- Website locations.smokeybones.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-12 AM |
| Wed | 11 AM-12 AM |
| Thu | 11 AM-12 AM |
| Fri | 11 AM-12 AM |
| Sat | 11 AM-12 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-12 AM |
2 MISSION BBQ
- Address 6541 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
- Phone (412) 227-9860
- Website mission-bbq.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-9 PM |
| Wed | 11 AM-9 PM |
| Thu | 11 AM-9 PM |
| Fri | 11 AM-9 PM |
| Sat | 11 AM-9 PM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM-8 PM |
3 Miller's Seafood House
- Address 3853 California Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- Phone (412) 766-7459
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Wed | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Thu | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Fri | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Sat | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-2 AM |
4 Duke's Rib House & Grille
- Address 1910 Cochran Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
- Phone (412) 207-1235
- Website dukesribhouse.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 3 PM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Wed | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Thu | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Fri | 12 PM-12 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-12 AM |
| Sun | 12 PM-12 AM |
5 Twelve Whiskey Barbecue
- Address 1222 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
- Phone (412) 742-4024
- Website twelvepgh.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 3 PM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Wed | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Thu | 3 PM-12 AM |
| Fri | 12 PM-12 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-12 AM |
| Sun | 12 PM-12 AM |
6 Hog's Head Bar and Grill
- Address 3433 Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- Phone (412) 251-0439
- Website facebook.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 4-10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 4 PM-2 AM |
| Wed | 4 PM-2 AM |
| Thu | 4 PM-2 AM |
| Fri | 4 PM-2 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-2 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-10 PM |
7 Walter's BBQ Southern Kitchen
- Address 4501 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
- Phone (412) 683-7474
- Website walterspgh.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12-11 PM |
| Wed | 12-11 PM |
| Thu | 12-11 PM |
| Fri | 12-11 PM |
| Sat | 12-11 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
8 Hog's Head Bar and Grill
- Address 3433 Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- Phone (412) 251-0439
- Website facebook.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 11 AM-10 PM |
| Thu | 11 AM-10 PM |
| Fri | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Sat | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-9 PM |
9 Blinky's Noble Grill & Bar
- Address 2350 Noblestown Rd # 11, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
- Phone (412) 919-0548
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12-11 PM |
| Wed | 12-11 PM |
| Thu | 12-11 PM |
| Fri | 12-11 PM |
| Sat | 12-11 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
10 Fireside Inn
- Address 4214 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15205
- Phone (412) 921-5566
- Website thefiresideinn.net
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Wed | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Thu | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Fri | 11 AM-2 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-2 AM |
| Sun | 12 PM-2 AM |
How to choose BBQ Restaurants in Pittsburgh
- Check hours and whether you need a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
- Look at the current menu online, since prices and dishes change often.
- Ask about dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal if you need them.
- Check whether the place is BYOB, which is common in Pittsburgh and can save a lot on a night out.
- Look up the latest health inspection results, which the county or city publishes online.
Local tips for Pittsburgh
Allegheny County's Health Department licenses plumbers throughout the county and inspects restaurants, and the City of Pittsburgh's Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections handles building permits and contractor licensing inside city limits.
Because of the rivers and hills, a business that looks close on a map can be a long drive away. Check which side of the river it's on and whether a bridge or tunnel stands in the way, especially at rush hour.
Pittsburgh is in Allegheny County, and local phone numbers use the 412 and 878 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Strip District, Lawrenceville, Shadyside, Squirrel Hill, Oakland, South Side, North Shore.
Frequently asked questions
Which BBQ Restaurants in Pittsburgh are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Smokey Bones Pittsburgh, MISSION BBQ, Miller's Seafood House, Duke's Rib House & Grille, Twelve Whiskey Barbecue, Hog's Head Bar and Grill. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Pittsburgh do these BBQ Restaurants cover?
The BBQ Restaurants on this list are located in ZIP codes 15201, 15203, 15205, 15212, 15220. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
What does BYOB mean?
BYOB means 'bring your own bottle.' The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer. Some charge a small corkage fee.
Do I need a reservation?
For popular places on weekends, yes. Many Pittsburgh restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.
Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Pittsburgh?
Restaurant inspections in Pennsylvania are run by the Department of Agriculture or by local health departments in cities and counties such as Philadelphia and Allegheny County, and results are published online.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.