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| - I first discovered Winghart's in Market Square about six months ago. I almost instantly fell in love with the place (you can ask my jealous girlfriend). From the hand ground burgers with toppings as unique and quirky as the people serving you, a red blooded red meat eater like myself had little to complain about and much to love.
The new Carson Street location is every bit as good as the restaurant in M2 but in very different ways.
The food is spectacular as ever (so good I often question why they are even bothering to ask about the quality) and now you actually have room to eat! The new Winghart's seats approximately 50 at a mixture of industrial chic and hardwood tables and bar. This is a welcome departure from the original that seats about 20 if you squeeze in. The comfortable, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere has made the move as well. Staff are friendly and helpful with Grand Viceroy Shipwreck (actual title and name) still firmly at the helm. The cool punk/folk/altrock music came along for the ride too. I remember hearing everything from Dropkick Murphys to Johnny Cash.
The beer selection is also fantastic. While not quite as expansive as Fat Head's or Blue Dust in Homestead, Winghart's is now sporting about 30 taps as opposed to maybe 10 like Market Square. As always, the whiskey selection is well above par (it is a whiskey bar after all) and all the drinks are reasonably priced as well.
Now on to the main event: the food. Ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you I am not a tiny guy and I love my food. Burgers have always been at the top of my list of loves. A great burger is somhing that is so easy to so and just as easy to screw up. Winghart's has, hand to God, some of the best burgers I have ever had. Period. Owner Zach Winghart cut his teeth working for some of the best chef's in the country (including one of seven U.S. Masters) and brought his passion and skill to the most humble of American staples. The burgers themselves are perfectly seasoned, fresh ground and expertly cooked. I get mine medium rare and they have that perfect juiciness and firmness. Don't forget about the fries while you are there. All orders are done a la carte, but they are well worth it. Winghart's does their fries right: hand-cut and double fried. The double fry is key. It produces a spud that has a wonderfully crispy exterior that guards a creamy and delicious interior. Also, and I realize that this is somewhat of a revelation in Pittsburgh, Winghart's *gasp* SEASONS their fries! I have waited the better part of a year since moving here to find properly cooked and seasoned fries. Sorry Primanti Bros., I do love your sandwiches but your fries suck. For and added treat, order your fries somthered in the house made beer cheese. Your arteries will hate you but your soul will love you.
To sum up, Winghart's will always hold a special place in my heart. From the fun and friendly staff, to the cool, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere to burgers and fries that are unrivaled in Pittsburgh, Winghart's is a place that must be experienced. The only negative I can find is that Winghart's closes at some point in the early morning. Come for the burgers, stay for the people, and leave in a cab because of the whiskey.
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