Pittsburgh, PA.

Primanti Bros

The Open View

For three star American, try Primanti Brothers in Pittsburgh. It's known for its deli. It's been awarded the Best of Cheap Eats and Best of American awards. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a casual atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This restaurant features a full bar and delivery. This place is open late and good for groups. Diners found the food wonderful.

Expert Reviews of Primanti Bros

Citysearch | The city's signature sandwich shop has been around since the 1920s.

It's where all the clubgoers go before they hit the party scene, and where all the night owls are after venues close their doors. The service is efficient and friendly, reflective of the town the Primanti...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/06/2006
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Dine.com

what can you say, an awesome place for outstanding sandwiches...
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10Best

primanti brothers is probably the most famous restaurant in pittsburgh, and its main location is open 24 hours to satisfy even the hardiest sandwich craving. their claim to fame is creating an entire meal in a...
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Fodor's

you gotta eat here! a great late night bite after clubbing in the strip district...
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AOL CityGuide

legendary sandwich shop in the strip...
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IgoUgo

primanti's is a pittsburgh favorite. its unique cuisine has even been featured on the travel channel. it began during pittsburgh's big industrial era when the strip district (local outdoor market) drivers...
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RestaurantRow.com

this is not only one of the best restuarants in da 'burgh, but also one of the best and most original restuarants i have ever eaten at...
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User Reviews of Primanti Bros

Worth stopping by

We occasionally get to Pitsburgh and visit Primanti Brothers. Big, sloppy sandwiches and they taste pretty good. The service leaves a little to be desired but many customers are devotees.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ernest G.

4 of 5 stars. Primanti's is directly across the street from a whole plethora of bars, just a few hundred yards from the Birmingham Bridge. Believe it or not, this sandwich place is open for breakfast! We had a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chi N.

4 of 5 stars. well if u come to pittsburgh u have to go here cuz these sandwiches with fries in them are the thing to have when in this city! i ordered the knockwurst with cheese which ended up being really just a…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bridgette B.

1 of 5 stars. So what if this place has been around for a while. The food is terrible. The only "logical" reason for coming here is if you are ridiculously wasted. And I don't mean drunk, I mean you forgot your…
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike S.

2 of 5 stars. I came here after seeing it on the Food channel. The pastrami sandwich was bland and it was difficult to eat with the soggy fries and unseasoned cole slaw. Overall, I would definitely not return.
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Best Big Sandwich in Pittsburgh

If you haven' tried a Primanti Brither's big sandwich yet, then you don't know what you are missing. Their sandwiches are great!! and one of a kind. My favorite is the Corn Beef. Well this is no ordin
kudzu.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stu S.

1 of 5 stars. This place sucks shit. The only people that go here are Glenn Beck listeners and stupid frat boys. I've caught employees popping zits on their genitals and smearing it into the soup. Their…
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick O.

4 of 5 stars. Great for what it is, the ONLY chain that does it, Will review the 3 I've been to, This is the original location, Tiled like an oyster bar on one side, a couple tables on the other. Fist time there…
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by P T.

5 of 5 stars. You wouldn't think that fries on a sandwich would be good, would it be greasy, no way--- the best damn sandwich you'll find, I get Capicola, which is far from greasy. Great bar, totally Pittsburgh.
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2008
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Primanti's Saves the Day...

I spent the afternoon being disappointed by Mineo's and Aiello's. After a workout at the hotel, I burned off the bad taste of Pittsburg-zza and thought long and hard about hitting Primanti's. The hype...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan G.

2 of 5 stars. I don't get it. Why is this place famous? Because they put gross, soggy fries on their bland tasting subs? The food here just doesn't even come close to matching the hype. Even when I was drunk as…
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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Great sandwiches

I love their sausage sandwiches.The bacon,egg & cheese is also really good.I've been to PB several times & each time was very enjoyable. I would recommend this place to everyone. I especially love the fries...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tricia S.

3 of 5 stars. Stacked tall and wide with your choice meat/fish/poutry along with their signature coleslaw, tomatoes, fries (yes, fries in the sandwich), & cheese, & cheese, & cheese (when you see the menu you'll…
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2007
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pittsburgh food!

gotta love it no matter how bad it looks! could use a little cleaning in the restaurant
kudzu.com - user review - 11/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexis A.

3 of 5 stars. I do not eat cole slaw but it is really the element that makes these sandwiches. They aren't full of a lot of flavor but the combined ingredients are tasty.
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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good fries

I have a friend from ohio that always wants to go to primanti bros. when he visits the burgh. Add a slice of pizza for a buck and great fries come with every sandwich.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by steve y.

4 of 5 stars. First time to Primanti Brothers. I ordered Pitts-Burgher Cheese Steak Sandwich at lunch time.
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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Everyone in Pittsburgh should have this once

Every city has a dish they are know for. Philadelphia has the cheese steak, Chicago has deep-dish pizza, and this is where you find Pittsburgh's clam to fame. Primanti Brothers just serves sandwiches
kudzu.com - user review - 10/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by JR H.

3 of 5 stars. Ive got to think I shed at least a few years off my life with this sandwich! I was told when in Pittsburgh, you have to have a Primanti Brothers sammy...so I did. It was good. I'm not sure it was…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by laurie w.

4 of 5 stars. First trip to Pittsburgh last weekend, and first trip to Primanti Brothers. This place is a legend so it's worth the trip just for that. The sandwiches aren't bad either. Huge! I had the capicolla…
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard K.

5 of 5 stars. Primanti's is a Pittsburgh institution. The Primanti's Sandwich is an absolutely disgustingly huge sandwich with french fries inside. But boy is it great!
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Henry A.

2 of 5 stars. I don't get what all the fuss is about. People rave about this place, it has been on the Food Network, and it's just all around famous. I'm not sure why.
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tim S.

2 of 5 stars. I've been here a few times because family members like it, but honestly I wish that it would lose the idea of being Pittsburgh's place to eat. It gives a very bad impression, as all three locations…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nanana A.

2 of 5 stars. Wanted to see why the reviews are so high for this place. I have to say it was an experience to try at least once while visiting Pittsburgh. We sat at the counter and that was a fun to eat there.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael P.

5 of 5 stars. Words cannot express how awesome Primanti Brothers is. Wait, let me say that so my fellow Pittsburghers can understand. Words cannot express how awesome Permanti Brothers are
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica G.

3 of 5 stars. This is freakin' disgusting. I mean, I understand the culture behind the Primanti Bros. sandwich, and the history, which is a great one. The blue collar ethic of Pittsburgh is what makes me proud to…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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Service and quality gone way downhill

Seems the more restaurants they open, the worse the food and quality gets. I talked about these sandwiches to an out of towner for months. She finally visited Pittsburgh and I took her to the original location...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexis P.

3 of 5 stars. My initial introduction to Primanti's began about a year ago with everyone insisting, "You have to go to primanti's! They make these amazing sandwiches piled with french fries and cole slaw. It's a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sal F.

1 of 5 stars. I'm a Pittsburgh and I've been to Primanti's once about 10 years ago. Once was enough. I never went back. am in my fifties and can't understand the fondness for Primant's.... perhaps the food looks…
yelp.com - user review - 07/04/2007
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A big disappointed !!!

When I first moved to Pittsburgh just a few months ago it seemed that virtually every local I spoke with recommended me to eat at Primanti Brothers. Apparently, Primantis is something of a legend around here,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Graham C.

5 of 5 stars. The exact reason why some people don't like this place is precisely why I love it. 1) They put fries and coleslaw on your sandwich. Awesome. 2) They serve everything with cheese. 3) They have…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather W.

1 of 5 stars. Ok for the non-Pgher that is used to semi-healthy food, this place will gross you out. At least it did gross me out. First of all, I don't want my fries on my sandwich. If I am going to order them…
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Daniel W.

2 of 5 stars. I'm convinced everyone who gave this place a 4 star or higher was completely DRUNK OFF their ASS when eating at this place... i mean it just one of those places where you have to check out because…
yelp.com - user review - 06/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica B.

2 of 5 stars. In theory, I thought Primanti's would be amazing. French fries on your sandwich? How could anyone say no to that? And then I went. Soggy grease laden fries on white bread with coleslaw and your choice…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by David G.

3 of 5 stars. It's a big sandwich with the fries and slaw thrown in. It's big on volume, but not as big on flavor. It was interesting to eat though. If you're in the area you gotta try it at least once. Otherwise…
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hayley B.

4 of 5 stars. Primantis is a Pittsburgh tradition, but not my favorite place to eat. It looks like slop on a bun and is totally messy. You can't even eat the sandwich like a sandwich, usually you have to use a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ed M.

4 of 5 stars. I used to go here in my university days. The food is pretty good and it's open 24 hours. A good place for a late night snack. The Pittsburgher and pastrami were my favorites. I went to one in Ft.…
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Beth M.

4 of 5 stars. French fries INSIDE my sandwich...what's not to love about that? Ate here while visiting the Burgh and it was so obnoxiously yummy. These huge amazing sandwiches are messy and hard to pick up, but…
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Davi d.

4 of 5 stars. Fries in your sandwich- outrageously brilliant!
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by courtney c.

4 of 5 stars. Pastrami for me! And then night is over at this point. Love the fluffy bread that soaks up the oil.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Julianne M.

5 of 5 stars. A legendary Pittsburgh hot spot. Picture this. A sandwich with tomatoes, fries, coleslaw and your favorite choice of meat. Choose from ham, turkey, roast beef, chicken or from one of the countless…
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gavin G.

2 of 5 stars. Oh man. maybe i had a bit too much to drink the night before i went here, but it's totally an interesting idea: a nice melty ham and cheese sandwich with fries IN THE SANDWICH. this would be…
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2007
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Not as good as it used to be.

We ate at a suburban branch (north versailles). Service was poor. Sandwich had dry bread and a small pathetic amount of meat. No hunks of meat whatsoever. It was the cappicola and cheese. (which IS lunchmeat,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by E T.

4 of 5 stars. I got a triple-cheese Primanto Bros sandwich Yum, the fries are really good. The coleslaw is sweet. And they are both in your sandwich!
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurel M.

4 of 5 stars. I was born & raised in Pittsburgh & when I finally was able to move away 23 years later I never once looked back or felt the tiniest twinge of regret. BUT...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by lee m.

4 of 5 stars. you've never been to Pittsburgh if yunz havent ate here! it's a Pittsburgh landmark....the fries the best, a sandwich with coleslaw, phenomenal!!!! p.s vinegar and fries!!! try it!!!
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt K.

5 of 5 stars. If I were on death row and asked what I wanted for my last meal, it would definitely be a Primanti Bros sandwich. I've been going to Primanti Bros for years and whenever I come back to Da Burgh, I…
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by aaron t.

3 of 5 stars. Oh man...how do a reviw a place that does something very unique, yet is somewhat gross, yet, tasty, but original. I ventured over to the burgh fo a few days and everyone mentioned this place to me, but…
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by shaun a.

4 of 5 stars. You can't go to the 'burgh without getting one of these, legendary for clogging arteries and late night tv appearances. Veggies don't fear, they can satisfy you as well. Very fun spot.
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by jessica t.

5 of 5 stars. I'd driven up to Pittsburgh with some friends for a punk/rock show. That night we lived it up to some raw quality music . Afterwards, since it was around St. Patrick's day we cruised the frat parties…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Morten H.

5 of 5 stars. Picture the food pyramid in your head. The original one size fits all version that they used to teach kids. Now imagine someone with the culinary audacity combine all of those elements into one meal…
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Krissy M.

5 of 5 stars. This bar IS Pittsburgh. Notice the mural on the wall as you walk in, the smell of grease from the mounds of fry cut fries and listen to the sizzle of the grill as hundreds of meat laden sanwiches are…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jud P.

5 of 5 stars. A Pittsburgh classic and a must visit. It doesn't get any better then this. Huge sandwiches made from delicious bread filled with fries and coleslaw, whats not to love? And 24 hours! I crave…
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan B.

5 of 5 stars. I'm always a fan of food that can't be found anywhere else. This restaurant has such food with their killer sandwiches. A must like getting deep dish pizza in Chicago.
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by C M.

5 of 5 stars. It's a pittsburgh MUST - excellent for a midnight run. And it has a ton of good beers on tap. Fresh italian bread with whatever meat you want coleslaw fries. When I say " " it means they smack it…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2006
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Primanti's

Although you'll find several Primanti Brothers sandwich shops around the city, nothing compares to t...
judysbook.com - user review - 04/24/2006
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Primanti Bros

This local Pittsburgh sub place has got to be the best. They put anything and literally everything ...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin S.

5 of 5 stars. Stuck in Pittsburgh overnight at some crappy business hotel? Live a little! Flip off the tube, put on some non-descript clothes, get a cab, and tell the cabbie to take you to Primanti's in the Strip…
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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WORLDS BEST SANDWHICH

Been eating here 20 years & can say I've had everythng on the menu & its all been GREAT! If you want true Primantis go to the Strip (Market Square is OK) forget the others; ESPECIALLY THE NEWER SUBURBAN...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2005
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We need a Primanti's on the Platte

I found "P" when I was in hs. Now that I live 1083 miles away, it is a sojourn when I get back to PGH. I've tried the others-nothing like the Strip at 0200 hrs! The wife didn't care for it, kids loved it! We...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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seriously, i dont get how its so famous

when i first went to WVU, my friends frmo pittsburgh insisted i try primantis. i think i got the hot sausage, but when i looked at my sandwich, i thought they got the order wrong. all i saw was undercooked,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by matthew w.

5 of 5 stars. The original location, and truly a magical sandwich. Italian bread, fresh. Topped with vinegar and black pepper cole slaw Topped with whatever meat you desire, grilled up hot. Topped with a…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2005
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You MUST eat here when in Pittsburgh!

My husband grew up in Pittsburgh and brought me here for lunch while visiting family. What a great sandwich! Do not eat breakfast or anything before going to Primanti Brothers as their sandwhiches are HUGE....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2005
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kool Kat

I have to admitt, I do miss the days of goint to clubs in the strip, and then hitting Permantis @ 2:30am till 3:30am. These Guys have the best sqandwich any where. I have been living in NYC for 6 years and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2004
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If you're looking for it...

If you're looking for a fun place to grab a filling meal quick, and cheap, this is a staple! The atmosphere is one that suits you...it's relaxing, fun, personable. The food, a unique classic (hard to find...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/23/2004
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I tried to like them

I really did....I just couldn't. And I have to say that I am from down south and I am used to my foods swimming in grease and enjoy the occasional deep fried delight. I just though that the sandwiches were...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2004
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The Ragin' Cajun Chicken Saves Souls!

I remember visiting the South Side of Pittsburgh as a young, fresh-faced 21-year-old woman. Oh yes... I remember the day just as if it were yesterday.... I started as a sober ride to Pittsburgh and ended in...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2004
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Big Food

Pirmanti Bros is the best value in Pittsburgh, plus it has become a tradition of the city. Get a whole meal in between two pieces of bread. You'll love it. Big food at a big value
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2004
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Visit This Location For Breakfast

They'll put a fried egg on their usual sandwich! The suburban locations have a very different feel and menu and are not as much fun.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/13/2003
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True Pittsburgh

After moving to AZ, there is nothing I crave more than a Primanti Brother's Sandwich. Some may say it's perfect for after a night at the bars...but I love 'em any time of day! If you wnat to experience a true...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2003
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Primanti's is great!

Primanti's has the best sandwiches anywhere. you can't beat it. huge sandwich, stuffed with meat, french fries and cole slaw. Wash it down with a few beers and you are set. this is a PGH tradition
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2003
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Permanti's needs to update

The last two times I've been to Permanti's are my last two times. Both times I took out of town guest because it's the "Pittsburgh thing". Never again, Sandwiches were dry, overpriced, and waitresses seemed to...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2003
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Pittsburgh in a Roll

W.PA is a fantastic blend of ethnic groups- they are what the Steel City was built on. Why shouldn't the best food in PGH epitomize the characteristic so unique to PGH? The food awesome, service exacltly what...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2003
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A Pittsburgh legend

good food, and obviously highly unique. The best part is the ambiance and the surroundings, so I would suggest the original in the Strip District. Well known throughout the country, but very Pittsburgh-like.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/02/2003
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EXTREMELY OVER-RATED!!

I was looking forward to trying my first Primanti Sandwich - I heard so much about it and even saw it on a Food Network show. However, when my I bit into the sandwich I realized I had wasted $5. The bread was...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2003
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overrated

Not everyone likes a meal held together by two slices of bread. My wife bragged about these sandwiches so I tried one, my last one. I still like to pick what goes in my stomach.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2003
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sloppy sangwiches

perfect place to go to begin or end a booze filled night. Great sangwiches and decent selection of beer.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2003
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PRIMO

Fast, cheap, delicious...gotta get the grass and the spuds on any sandwich
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2003
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AWESOME!!

Nothing beats a hot steak sandwich from Primanti's topped with french fries and homemade cole slaw. These are not only original but very cheap. If you've never tried Primanti's, what are you waiting for?!?!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2003
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Primanti Heaven

Primanti Brothers is the best experience that you will ever have. If you are in the mood for the best tasting unique sandwich for just a few bucks, then you will d