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| - Over the last 2 weeks, I have bussed down to Penn Avenue in the heart of what many Pittsburgher's know as 'The Cultural District' to enjoy dinner with old friends. BOTH times, the meeting spot was supposed to be Sienna Mercato. Busy with a waiting list, we ended up landing next door for dinner at August Henry's City Saloon.
Upon entry to August Henry's, we got a seat right away. This American pub is located between two newer restaurants that are getting a lot of buzz as Downtown Pittsburgh destinations: Ten Penny and the abovementioned Sienna Mercato. With unique ambiance decorating both establishments, I truly believe you are paying for the name vs. the quality experience I had at August Henry's.
While dining at August Henry's, friends and I enjoyed sandwiches and salads with drinks from the bar. On visit one, I devoured a Steelworker burger, complete with a sizable beef patty, sautéed onions and a pierogie. As decadent as this was, I psyched myself into having a side salad with balsamic dressing in order to feel better about myself.
The second visit was equally enjoyable, as I ordered the popular Sweet Potato Chicken Salad as my entrée. It was sooooo good. Washing this all down with Vodka and soda on a warm summer evening made for the best cocktail choice (and they have a generous pour I might add). Even though this restaurant is not new, I had never been to it before the restaurants mentioned above along the Pittsburgh - Penn Avenue corridor. Yes, that means August Henry might be the overflowing second choice to the newer options, but I truly did enjoy this staple and hope that it sticks around for years to come.
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