I'm a die hard Cheesecake Factory fan. That being said this isn't their greatest location. Yes, it's on south side, but if you plan on doing more then going to AE, Sur La Table or Houghbrah House there's not to much to do. There used to be tons of shops/ other restaurants right in the surrounding blocks but since then has seen a down turn. It's quite a far walk to the "real" south side ( all the bars) but I suppose in the summer months you could make it happen. The food is the same food you'd get at any other location, good size, good taste for the price. Since this is the only location in downtown Pittsburgh it does get quite busy, so put your name on the list and have a drink in the bar area while you wait! The high tops in the bar are first come first serve, so elbow your way into one! :)