Friendship is one of the smaller neighborhoods in the East End, but it is big in personality. It is home to creativity and art, gorgeous old Victorian houses, tasty treats, and one of the most confusing intersections in the Pittsburgh Region.
Here are some of our favorite places to visit in Friendship.
What to Eat
Friendship Perk & Brew
This veteran and family-owned business has coffee to keep you going during the day and a great selection of beers on tap to start your evening off right.
Location: 300 S Pacific Avenue
Fancypants Popcorn + Yinz Coffee
Popcorn and Coffee. Two things that make you happy. What’s better than a place that combines them?
Location: 5607 Baum Blvd
Selami’s Turkish Kebab House
Fresh, authentic, and homemade – this Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant will make you feel like you’re eating at a friend’s house. A neighborhood gem!
Location: 5501 Centre Avenue
What to Do
Chop Walk & Talk
Even if you don’t know your sous-chef from your sous vide, Chop, Wok & Talk’s cooking classes will have you cooking like a pro! There’s a great selection of ethnic cooking classes for every palate.
Location: 5404 Penn Ave
Octopus Garden
This community garden provides food and smiles for neighbors. Octavia the octopus and her friend, Doris, a cousin of the Loch Ness Monster, keep an eye on the seedlings and their neighborhood friends!
Location: 135 S Aiken Ave
Baum Grove Parklet
In one of the best real estate deals in the city, this became a lovely community greenspace rather than a parking lot for exactly one dollar. Whether you and a friend grab a coffee from Yinz, or reserve it for a party, you can enjoy the free wifi provided by GLW.
Location: 400 Roup Ave
Pittsburgh Glass Center
This school/gallery/studio is a wonderful place to buy a cool, one-of-a-kind piece of glass artwork or take a class to make your own.
Location: 5472 Penn Ave
The Alloy School
The Alloy School is a creative home for artists of all ages and skill levels. They host classes from arts & crafts to hip hop and acting & improv.
Location: 5530 Penn Ave.
Where to Live
Baumhaus
These fully-appointed apartments are conveniently located, upscale, and pet friendly! You and Fido can enjoy the amenities of a great neighborhood every day!
Location: 5522 Baum Blvd
Historic Homes
A staple of all of our favorite Pittsburgh Neighborhoods are the historic homes, and Friendship is no exception. It’s easy to imagine yourself sitting on one of the porches of the homes and apartments along the tree-lined streets in this amazing neighborhood.
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