Opened on May 20, 1877, the Duquesne Incline was rescued and restored by a group of local residents in 1963 and still delights residents and visitors with its original, elegant, wooden cable cars. Now you can visit the interior of the incline and watch the machinery while it operates. The Duquesne Incline's upper station houses a museum of Pittsburgh history, including photos and a storehouse of information on inclines from around the world.

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens has provided a world-class garden experience to its visitors since 1893. Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens.

Lined with converted warehouses, the hip Strip District has a vibrant mix of old-style grocers and gourmet food shops, street stands selling produce and t-shirts, plus upbeat bars, classic Italian eateries and sandwich places.

Pierogi or pierogies are filled dumplings, made by wrapping unleavened dough around a filling, and occasionally flavored with a savory or sweet garnish, finally cooked in boiling water (preferably). Pittsburgh is known for pierogi and even adapted the food into a mascot seen at Pirates Games. There are even Pierogi Races!

Below are some restaurants known for their pierogi:

Pierogies Plus

(412) 331-2224

342 Island Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136

Cop Out Pierogies

(412) 973-0068

350 Butler Street, Etna, PA 15223

S&D Polish Deli

(412) 281-2906

2204 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Forgotten Taste (Moon Location)

(412) 269-9800

910 Beaver Grade Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crammed an entire Thanksgiving Dinner into one unsuspecting burrito? Me neither but, apparently, Mad Mex did.

Mad Mex is a local Cal-Mex restaurant chain that can be found all over Pittsburgh including Robinson, Cranberry, Shadyside, North Hills, and more.

We honestly didn't know Pepperoni Rolls weren't a thing outside of the Western PA/WV area. They are life-changing. You can find them everywhere in the city and the surrounding area. According to Good Food Pittsburgh, here are some of the best places to find them:

Mancini's Bakery

(412)765-3545

1717 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Colangelo's Bakery & Cafe

(412) 281-7080

207 21st Street, Strip District, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Jimmy & Nino Sunseri Company (Spicy)

(412) 255-1105

1901 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

There are many places to find a Burnt Almond Torte throughout Pittsburgh. I believe it is widely accepted that Prantl's Bakery has the best Burnt Almond Torte. It is definitely worth trying if you are looking for something sweet while visiting Pittsburgh!

There are a few locations around Pittsburgh including Squirrel Hill, Shadyside, and the North Side (where the Aviary is located)!