Best of the Best

All-Around Restaurant

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  Winner
  G & G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
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  Winner
  G and G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
  We offer many items that the chains can't. Made from scratch soups. Homemade Pies and cakes. Fresh cut fries. Handmade burgers. Homemade meatloaf. We roast our own turkey and roast beef.​ Our breakfast menu can't be touched by anyone. Our omelets are huge, our pancakes are huge. Give us a try and you will be back. Just a note, we are not a fast food restaurant. We cook every order from scratch and take pride in what leaves our kitchen. So sit back, relax and enjoy our old fashioned way of serving you!
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  Finalist
  Villa Ballanca
  2740 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  Enjoy amazing Italian cuisine at Villa Ballanca in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania. We welcome you to sample our unique take on classic Italian dishes and comfort food.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA

Bakery

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  Winner
  Oakmont Bakery
  One Sweet St, Oakmont, PA
  Oakmont Bakery: Full-service retail bakery in Oakmont, PA, offering delicious baked goods and a European espresso bar.
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  Finalist
  Moio's Italian Pastry Shop
  4209 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA
  All Products Baked From Scratch Using Papa's Original Recipes and the Finest Ingredients
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  Finalist
  Moio's Italian Pastry Shop
  4209 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA
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  Finalist
  Mazziotti Bakery
  2807 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA

Breakfast

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  Winner
  G & G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
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  Winner
  G and G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
  We offer many items that the chains can't. Made from scratch soups. Homemade Pies and cakes. Fresh cut fries. Handmade burgers. Homemade meatloaf. We roast our own turkey and roast beef.​ Our breakfast menu can't be touched by anyone. Our omelets are huge, our pancakes are huge. Give us a try and you will be back. Just a note, we are not a fast food restaurant. We cook every order from scratch and take pride in what leaves our kitchen. So sit back, relax and enjoy our old fashioned way of serving you!
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  Finalist
  Freedom Square Diner
  18 Highlands Mall Dr, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  David's Diner
  2800 Freeport Rd, Springdale, PA

Burger

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  Winner
  G & G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
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  Winner
  G and G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
  We offer many items that the chains can't. Made from scratch soups. Homemade Pies and cakes. Fresh cut fries. Handmade burgers. Homemade meatloaf. We roast our own turkey and roast beef.​ Our breakfast menu can't be touched by anyone. Our omelets are huge, our pancakes are huge. Give us a try and you will be back. Just a note, we are not a fast food restaurant. We cook every order from scratch and take pride in what leaves our kitchen. So sit back, relax and enjoy our old fashioned way of serving you!
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  Finalist
  Sarris Candies
  511 Adams Ave, Canonsburg, PA
  Sarris Candies, known for not only its superior rich taste, but adherence to high quality standards and exceptional customer service for over 50 years, has evolved into the epitome of the American dream.
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  Finalist
  Sarris Candies
  511 Adams Ave, Canonsburg, PA
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  Burgatory
  700 Providence Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
  Burgatory is a friendly little joint that makes some of the best burgers and shakes you've ever had. We don't serve frozen processed stuff here.
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  Finalist
  Burgatory
  700 Providence Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA

Candy

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  Winner
  Valos Candy Co
  2009 Freeport Rd, New Kensington, PA
  Valos House of Candy was established By Theodore “Ted” Vasilopus in 1947. The name Valos was a play on Ted’s last name—Vasilopus. He began his candy making journey in Chicago in the 1930’s working for his uncle's chocolate company for many years. Shortly after returning home after World War II, Ted set out to open his own company. His uncle assisted him by providing some essential "candy making equipment” and Valos was born.

Caterer

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  Winner
  Dobi Catering and Food Services
  29 Angel Dr, Leechburg, PA
  Dobi Catering and Take Out only uses fresh chicken and immediately goes into a marinating process. After marinate, the chicken is either dusted with our signature spices and pressure fried to a golden brown or seasoned with our signature spices and smoke roasted with our signature smoke. Our traditional process produces a crispy outer layer while preserving the moisture in the meat.
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  Finalist
  Jaden's Catering
  4727 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA
  Our goal is to make your event successful and enjoyable for you and your guests. To ensure customer satisfaction, we will provide the highest quality service with our carefully selected products and with our efficient staff members. We value any catering event at any time for any occasion.
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  Finalist
  Chef & I Catering
  902 Brackenridge Ave, Brackenridge, PA
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  Finalist
  Chef and I Catering
  902 Brackenridge Ave, Brackenridge, PA
  The Chef and I Catering has been serving Western Pennsylvania since 1994. We are an off-site caterer with kitchen facilities located along the Allegheny River in Brackenridge, PA.

Chicken Wings

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  Winner
  BIG SHOT BOB's AVALON - THE ORIGINAL
  344 Union Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA

Chinese Restaurant

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  Winner
  China lobster
  3215 Leechburg Rd, New Kensington, PA
  China Lobster has a brand new location and a new website too. We now offer Sushi, Sashimi and all new menu items. We have worked very hard to give you the best dining experience. We at the China Lobster Restaurant have been serving Fine Chinese Cuisine in your neighborhood since 1992. Family owned and operated, we take great pride in offering the finest meals, a pleasant atmosphere and outstanding service.
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  Finalist
  Zen Restaurant and Sushi Bar
  2181 Hulton Rd, Verona, PA
  We’re Zen Restaurant and Sushi Bar, and we’ve been a Chinese restaurant here in Verona, PA, since 2017. We specialize in Chinese and Japanese food. We offer a fully-stocked bar, a sushi bar, a chef's specialties menu, and more. We started this business to offer local patrons a place where they can come to relax, feel Zen, and eat great food. We’re looking forward to partnering with Allegheny County consumers to continue offering a great blend of Chinese and Japanese cuisine. We’d like to personally invite you to stop by for one of our delicious dishes, today!

Diner

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  Winner
  G & G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
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  Winner
  G and G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
  We offer many items that the chains can't. Made from scratch soups. Homemade Pies and cakes. Fresh cut fries. Handmade burgers. Homemade meatloaf. We roast our own turkey and roast beef.​ Our breakfast menu can't be touched by anyone. Our omelets are huge, our pancakes are huge. Give us a try and you will be back. Just a note, we are not a fast food restaurant. We cook every order from scratch and take pride in what leaves our kitchen. So sit back, relax and enjoy our old fashioned way of serving you!
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  Finalist
  Freedom Square Diner
  18 Highlands Mall Dr, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  David's Diner
  2800 Freeport Rd, Springdale, PA

Fish Sandwich

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  Winner
  The Snyder's Bonfire
  5739 Leechburg Rd, Leechburg, PA
  Family owned and operated since 1981 by the Snyder's
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  Finalist
  Moonlight Inn
  1011 La Belle Vue Rd, Vandergrift, PA
  Our hometown restaurant was established in 1984, by former and proud owners, James (Franco) and Bernie Dongiovanni. The business has been a local favorite for almost 40 years! Specializing in delightful bites such as our chicken wings, our signature Franco's Ribeye Hoagie, fresh made reuben's, and so much more. Although times have changed, and we have gone to great lengths to improve our business; one thing that hasn't changed is the love and support from our customers. Our establishment ensures that everyone has a pleasant dining experience, with a beautiful view, and wonderful customer service. Nico Dongiovanni, current owner, has taken over his grandfathers legacy and continues to make him proud. Remember, at the Moonlight, the sunset is always free!
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  Finalist
  Moonlight Inn
  1011 La Belle Vue Rd, Vandergrift, PA
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  Finalist
  G & G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
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  Finalist
  G and G Restaurant
  149 Columbia Ave, Vandergrift, PA
  We offer many items that the chains can't. Made from scratch soups. Homemade Pies and cakes. Fresh cut fries. Handmade burgers. Homemade meatloaf. We roast our own turkey and roast beef.​ Our breakfast menu can't be touched by anyone. Our omelets are huge, our pancakes are huge. Give us a try and you will be back. Just a note, we are not a fast food restaurant. We cook every order from scratch and take pride in what leaves our kitchen. So sit back, relax and enjoy our old fashioned way of serving you!

Food Truck

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  Winner
  Del Vecchio's Sausage
  328 Lowell St, Vandergrift, PA
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  Winner
  Del Vecchio's Sausage
  328 Lowell St, Vandergrift, PA
  Our sausage is made from 100% Pork Shoulder, Spices, and All Natural Casings. We have used the same Recipe Since 1925. Our Competitors sausage is made from PORK, WATER, SALT, POTASSIUM GLUTAMATE, DEXTROSE, POTASSIUM ACETATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE FLAVORING, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA
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  Finalist
  Main Squeeze Juice
  319 East 6th Avenue, Tarentum, PA
  We are pittsburgh's first raw, cold-pressed juice truck! not only do we offer fresh-squeezed juices, but an assortment of invigorating options from health shots, cleanses, smoothies, acai bowls, and more...main squeeze juice has something for everyone!
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  Finalist
  Hot Dog Guys
  2879 A Leechburg Rd, New Kensington, PA
  Award winning hot dogs that are made with real cuts of meat and over 23 FREE condiments to choose from
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  Finalist
  Hot Dog Guys
  2879 A Leechburg Rd, New Kensington, PA

Ice Cream

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  Winner
  Glen's Frozen Custard
  400 Pittsburgh St, Springdale, PA
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  Winner
  Glen's Frozen Custard
  2796 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  Take Glen’s Custard home with you! You can find our custard pints and quarts in a variety of locations throughout western Pennsylvania. You can also purchase our pints and quarts at our two Glen’s Custard locations in Springdale and Lower Burrell.
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  Finalist
  Sweetie's Ice Cream
  6273 Leechburg Rd, Leechburg, PA
  Sweetie’s Ice Cream is located on Leechburg Road in Allegheny Township. We are open for business from early spring until Christmas time. We serve soft serve, hard ice cream, sundaes, and more! We invite you to visit us this spring and taste the difference!
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  Finalist
  Jerry's Custard
  2705 7th Street Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  Customers Say We're The Best! Now featuring your favorite food items!
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  Finalist
  Jerry's Custard
  2705 7th Street Rd, Lower Burrell, PA

Italian Food

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  Winner
  Villa Ballanca
  2740 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  Enjoy amazing Italian cuisine at Villa Ballanca in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania. We welcome you to sample our unique take on classic Italian dishes and comfort food.
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  Finalist
  Capri Pizza JandS Pizza II
  2103 B Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Capri Restaurant is located in Natrona Heights, PA. We are a community favorite pizzeria and have a lot to offer. Stop by today and give us a try. You're in for some delicious food and outstanding service. When it comes to our pizzas, you can get our thin-crust cheese pie or even create yours. Also, we offer mouthwatering specialty pizzas. These include our Margherita, vegetarian, white, Buffalo chicken, spaghetti pie, and more.

Local Coffee Shop

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  Winner
  Coco coffeehouse
  163 Market St, Leechburg, PA
  coffee, homemade baked goods, lunch menu, take out, dine in, catering
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  Winner
  Coco Coffeehouse
  163 Market St, Leechburg, PA
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  Finalist
  Steel Cup Coffee Roasters
  507 10th St, New Kensington, PA
  At Steel Cup Coffee Roasters, we believe that an amazing cup of coffee can be brewed from a sustainable, community-minded approach. We are a small-batch, craft roaster dedicated to providing our customers with fresh, organic, Fair Trade coffee that preserves and protects the environment and your health.
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  Finalist
  Harvest Moon Coffee & Chocolates
  206 Corbet St, Tarentum, PA
  Harvest Moon is a special place. Our original location was created in 2020, just before the pandemic impacted us all. In an effort to provide our wonderful customers with more opportunities to gather together, we are opening a second location in Natrona Heights, PA in November 2023. We look forward to serving you at both locations!
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  Finalist
  Harvest Moon Coffee & Chocolates
  206 Corbet St, Tarentum, PA

Mexican Food

Outdoor Dining

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  Winner
  Moonlight Inn
  1011 La Belle Vue Rd, Vandergrift, PA
  Our hometown restaurant was established in 1984, by former and proud owners, James (Franco) and Bernie Dongiovanni. The business has been a local favorite for almost 40 years! Specializing in delightful bites such as our chicken wings, our signature Franco's Ribeye Hoagie, fresh made reuben's, and so much more. Although times have changed, and we have gone to great lengths to improve our business; one thing that hasn't changed is the love and support from our customers. Our establishment ensures that everyone has a pleasant dining experience, with a beautiful view, and wonderful customer service. Nico Dongiovanni, current owner, has taken over his grandfathers legacy and continues to make him proud. Remember, at the Moonlight, the sunset is always free!
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  Winner
  Moonlight Inn
  1011 La Belle Vue Rd, Vandergrift, PA
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA
  We Specialize in fine continental cuisine.
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  Finalist
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA

Pizza

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  Winner
  Gus Franco's Pizza
  2637 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
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  Winner
  Gus Franco’s Pizza
  2637 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  We are a family owned and operated shop that specializes in artisan wood fired pizzas.
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  Finalist
  Villa Ballanca
  2740 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  Enjoy amazing Italian cuisine at Villa Ballanca in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania. We welcome you to sample our unique take on classic Italian dishes and comfort food.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA

Seafood

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  Winner
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA
  We Specialize in fine continental cuisine.
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  Winner
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA
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  Finalist
  Luke Wholey's Wild Alaskan Grille
  2106 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

Steakhouse

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  Winner
  The Lot at Edgewater
  145 Allegheny Ave, Oakmont, PA
  New-Age Diner | Chophouse | Drinkery | Cigar Bar
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  Finalist
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA
  We Specialize in fine continental cuisine.
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  Finalist
  JG's Tarentum Station Grille
  101 Station Dr, Tarentum, PA
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  Finalist
  Grieco's Carefree Inn Restaurant
  903 Pa910, Indianola, PA
  The property was purchased in 1981 by our family. It was simply a small building; just a local bar with a small kitchen. We remodeled the kitchen and bar which led to better food, better service, and soon the first addition of the main dining room. It didn't take long before we outgrew that dining room and the second dinning room addition was added.

Sub/Hoagie Shop

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  Winner
  Bob's Sub
  1713 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Finalist
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Finalist
  Hoagie Shop
  206 18th St, North Apollo, PA

Sushi

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  Winner
  Zen Restaurant and Sushi Bar
  2181 Hulton Rd, Verona, PA
  We’re Zen Restaurant and Sushi Bar, and we’ve been a Chinese restaurant here in Verona, PA, since 2017. We specialize in Chinese and Japanese food. We offer a fully-stocked bar, a sushi bar, a chef's specialties menu, and more. We started this business to offer local patrons a place where they can come to relax, feel Zen, and eat great food. We’re looking forward to partnering with Allegheny County consumers to continue offering a great blend of Chinese and Japanese cuisine. We’d like to personally invite you to stop by for one of our delicious dishes, today!
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  Finalist
  Jimmy Wan's Restaurant & Lounge
  1337 Old Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
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  Finalist
  Jimmy Wan's Restaurant and Lounge
  1686 Pa228, Cranberry Twp, PA
  Founded in 2006, Jimmy Wan’s Restaurant and Lounge is the Pittsburgh area’s premier restaurant for responsibly-sourced contemporary Asian cuisine. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars we offer are the highest quality and ideal for your life needs. We understand that you rely on our website for accurate information, and it is our pledge to deliver you relevant, correct, and abundant content.
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  Finalist
  Jimmy Wan's Restaurant and Lounge
  1686 Pa228, Cranberry Twp, PA
  Founded in 2006, Jimmy Wan’s Restaurant and Lounge is the Pittsburgh area’s premier restaurant for responsibly-sourced contemporary Asian cuisine. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars we offer are the highest quality and ideal for your life needs. We understand that you rely on our website for accurate information, and it is our pledge to deliver you relevant, correct, and abundant content.
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  Finalist
  Jimmy Wan's Restaurant and Lounge
  1337 Old Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
  Founded in 2006, Jimmy Wan’s Restaurant and Lounge is the Pittsburgh area’s premier restaurant for responsibly-sourced contemporary Asian cuisine. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars we offer are the highest quality and ideal for your life needs. We understand that you rely on our website for accurate information, and it is our pledge to deliver you relevant, correct, and abundant content.
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  Finalist
  Jimmy Wan's Restaurant and Lounge
  1337 Old Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
  Founded in 2006, Jimmy Wan’s Restaurant and Lounge is the Pittsburgh area’s premier restaurant for responsibly-sourced contemporary Asian cuisine. At our dealership, we have devoted ourselves to helping and serving our customers to the best of our ability. We believe the cars we offer are the highest quality and ideal for your life needs. We understand that you rely on our website for accurate information, and it is our pledge to deliver you relevant, correct, and abundant content.
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  Finalist
  TaipeiTokyo
  304 Mall Plaza Blvd, Monroeville, PA
  Familiar Chinese fare and sushi share menu space at this no-frills, strip-mall restaurant.

Take Out

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  Winner
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
  Having purchased the exact PandM recipe from former owners Lefty and Mooney Martz, the Phillippi’s created their Birdville Pie, in honor of the Birdville section of Harrison where Phillippi’s is located.
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  Winner
  Phillippi's Family Dining
  2105 Freeport Rd, Natrona Heights, PA
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  Winner
  Dobi Catering and Food Services
  29 Angel Dr, Leechburg, PA
  Dobi Catering and Take Out only uses fresh chicken and immediately goes into a marinating process. After marinate, the chicken is either dusted with our signature spices and pressure fried to a golden brown or seasoned with our signature spices and smoke roasted with our signature smoke. Our traditional process produces a crispy outer layer while preserving the moisture in the meat.
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  Finalist
  Gus Franco's Pizza
  2637 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
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  Finalist
  Gus Franco’s Pizza
  2637 Leechburg Rd, Lower Burrell, PA
  We are a family owned and operated shop that specializes in artisan wood fired pizzas.