Pittsburgh's Hidden Gems

So in a previous thread there was a suggestion to compile a list of hidden gems in Pittsburgh that may be off the beaten path (and outside of the FAQ). This can be anything from restaurants, bars, events, art, or anything interesting and relevant that most folks may not know about in the area. Feel free to suggest additions with a comment about the place so we can make one large list!

Updated 4/15

Restaurants:

Sam's Sun Sandwiches - Small take out Mediterranean place with very nice owners.

Casa Rasta - Jamaican/Mexican fusion in Beechview.

Food Glorious Food - Great bakery in Highland Park

Jozsa Corner Hungarian - Unique family-style restaurant experience.

Zaw's Asian Food - Small Chinese restaurant in Squirrel Hill

Lindos - Greasy spoon in the North Side

Big Jims - Good restaurant in Greenfield

Mendoza Express - Authentic Mexican food in Greentree

Spice Island Tea House - Great Asian Food in Oakland

Spak Brothers - Hip pizza shop in Garfield with vegan options

Coffee Shops:

Cannon Coffee - Great coffee in Brookline

Bars/Breweries:

Draai Laag Brewing Company - Brewery in Millvale serving artisan ales

All Saints Brewing - Great micro brew that's continuously growing. Located in Greensburg

Gooskis - Hip and well loved bar in Polish Hill

Arsenal Cider House -Civil War theme cider house, located in Lawrenceville

Church Brew Works -Brew pub located in a restored church

Events:

Banjo Night with the Pittsburgh Banjo Club - Weekly rehearsals, no cover charge, cheap beer

Punk Rock Karaoke - Karaoke with a live band featuring all punk songs at Howlers (Bloomfield).

Drum & Bass Night at Bloomfield Bridge Tavern - Weekly drum and bass night.

Pittsburgh Glass Center classes - Take classes to create awesome glass art.

Oddities:

Trundle Manor - ???

Pittsburgh's Protractor Mystery

Venues:

Hollywood Theatre - Vintage one screen movie theater in Dormont showing both new and classic films.

The Oaks Theater - Another vintage one screen theater in Oakmont.

Businesses To Check Out:

Copacetic Comics - Unique independent book store in Polish Hill.

Free Ride - Bicycle recycling and repair facility

Other:

WRCT - Freeform radio. Community radio station run by CMU students.