Tradition marries tantalizing tastes as Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille takes over the much-beloved North Park Lounge in Murrysville. It’s a major expansion for Dee Jay’s — a name synonymous with savory smoked meats and a mainstay of the local barbecue scene.
The North Park Lounge is changing hands, but not its lively atmosphere or neighborhood charm. “We’re extremely excited to add the North Park Lounge to the Dee Jay’s family of restaurants,” said Jen Ray, general manager and managing partner. “It’s a great partnership — what people have always loved about the Lounge melds with the special BBQ flair that Dee Jay’s brings to the table.”
Dee Jay’s, renowned for its “Best in the ‘Burgh” ribs and variety of smoked meats, brings its signature offerings to North Park Lounge, located in the Blue Spruce Shoppes along Route 22. At the same time, it is keeping beloved customer favorites like their giant pretzels and lounge fries on the menu.
Dee Jay’s offers mouthwatering, slow-smoked ribs, tender pulled pork, and perfectly cooked meats over cherry and apple woods. These flavors are set to enhance the dining experience for both loyal Lounge patrons and new guests.
Preserving the North Park Lounge’s individual personality is vital to Dee Jay’s. “It’s important for us to keep the ambiance and the staff that have made the Lounge a staple in Murrysville,” she said. “We are also committed to maintaining specialty menu items that our new customers enjoy.”
Dee Jay’s respect for tradition and community ties explains how this new venture was approached. Keeping North Park Lounge’s staff and favorite dishes, Dee Jay attempts to make this transition smooth and continue its legendary locale.
The sale also speaks to a much bigger vision for Dee Jay’s, an owner of several other high-profile venues: Andora Restaurant in Sewickley, Cadence Clubhouse in Allison Park, and Collective Brands Catering. Each has something different in store, from the upscale Italian dining of Andora to the creative American offerings of Cadence Clubhouse and the customized catering at Collective Brands.
“We view this growth as an opportunity to diversify our community’s dining options and share more of our signature barbecue with others,” owner Tony Ferraro said. “It’s not just about the food; we’re talking about a place where people are going to make memories, where they can have great meals and feel just like they’re at home.”
Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille is excited to bring North Park Lounge into its portfolio, offering Murrysville a fresh yet familiar dining experience centered on quality and community. The reopening, expected within weeks, will minimize disruptions while adding Dee Jay’s signature flavors. “We’re thrilled to invite the community to celebrate this new venture, not by changing North Park Lounge, but by enhancing it with the essence of Dee Jay’s BBQ,” said Ray.
On Dec. 12 at Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille will celebrate with a festive Brunch with Santa, a special event dedicated to spreading holiday cheer and supporting the community. In addition to enjoying a delicious brunch and meeting Santa, attendees are encouraged to bring toy donations for Toys for Tots, benefiting the Plum Stuff a Bus initiative. “Please help us make this holiday season brighter by joining us for a day of joy, giving, and celebration,” said Ray.
The Dee Jay’s food truck will be on-site, offering a variety of treats as people come together to collect toys for families in need.
Dee Jay’s BBQ Ribs & Grille: 111 Blue Spruce Way, Blue Spruce Shoppes, Murrysville, 724-519-9970, deejaysfamousribs.com
