After all of the hype and a long trip from Cincinnati, I was fairly disappointed in the food. I got the Pittsburgh-er (spelling?) which apparently is the #2 best seller. My brother informed me that Yuengling or beer in general is the #1 best seller. And at the price I am not surprised! A 23 oz Yuengling was only about $2.35 or so!
We walked through the main entrance through the bar and into the back. It is interesting when people smoke in bars in other states since it is illegal in Ohio (I don't agree or disagree with it). I am glad that the restaurant portion of the place was smoke free. Bars I can deal with, but not restaurants.
The food was relatively bland, but increased dramatically when I dipped it in ketchup. I may try to get hot sauce on it next time to add some flavor. I don't really see what is so special about the sandwich. I mean, I am sure restaurants around the country have put coleslaw and french fries on top of a burger without being inspired by Primanti Bros. I favor Skyline (a Cincinnati chain) more than Primanti Bros. and I favor Hudepohl Amber Lager more than Yuengling (don't get me wrong, I did enjoy Yuengling very much). And I know you could say it is because I am from Cincinnati and my bias shows, but I will admit I loved the city of Pittsburgh when I was there.
My boss (who is from Pittsburgh) said the original Primanti Bros. in "the Strip" is better. I don't know if it actually is better, or if he was just saying that so that I would not dislike one of his hometown favorites. I will try the one in the Strip when I go back next time.