We have been a great fan of Pork & Beans since it opened in Pittsburgh's Cultural District. It was a fabulous place to taste some great beer and enjoy a wonderful dinner. On our last venture there on 5/12/18, we were sorely disappointed in the "new" menu. The offerings had been paired down so much, that our favorites were not there. Gone were the deviled egg of the day, the Hot Brown, and numerous salads.
Then there was the service. The beer offerings also change frequently. When we asked our waiter about what dark beers he could recommend nothing. He had no idea about what was actually on the menu. We had to ask if we could do a taste test instead of he offering it. He checked back only once to see if we needed anything right after our meals were served. Then he disappeared from view until returning to ask if we wanted another beer. When we said no, he left and brought the check. No asking about dessert, which we usually enjoyed there because of the ice cream sandwiches.
I am not sure if the place is under new management or what, but I didn't see any of our favorite servers. The food was ok, portions a bit smaller and now served on school cafeteria trays instead of the metal ones from before. Also the checks are now just put on the table and not presented in Campbell Soup cans, which is really an insignificant thing, but one that added to the ambience.
Will be looking for another favorite place to eat before shows and concerts.