Smoky Martins BBQ - (Near Meadville, PA)

Sean McGowan Salvatore’s Pizza and Pasta: A Hidden Gem Worth the Drive Nestled in Rostraver, PA, Salvatore’s Pizza and Pasta is the kind of place you hope stays a secret just long enough for you to savor its greatness without a crowd—but honestly, there should be a line out the door for pizza this good. The owner’s Brooklyn roots shine in every slice. Salvatore’s thin-crust pizza hits all the right notes of authentic New York style: a sauce that’s perfectly tangy and vibrant, just the right kiss of grease to keep things indulgent, and a crust that’s both airy and crisp. The bottom has the ideal amount of char, giving it a subtle smokiness that complements the flavors beautifully. There’s very little flop, so you can fold your slice Brooklyn-style with ease, and each bite is a balance of chewy, crunchy, and utterly satisfying. The unassuming location outside of Pittsburgh makes Salvatore’s a true hidden gem, but make no mistake—this is destination-worthy pizza. Whether you’re a local or a traveler, one visit will have you coming back again and again. Authenticity, flavor, and craftsmanship—Salvatore’s has it all. Do yourself a favor and experience it before everyone else discovers the magic. Can’t wait to try their Brooklyn Sicilian next!

Angela DeGrazio Really nice experience. The decor was great and so was the service. Portion sizes were perfect and have a great selection of items to pick from.

Maddie Cruciano Barnaby’s is a great place to hang on Sundays. Discounted sandwiches and great soups. I recommend the French dip and the honey Dijon wrap along with potato soup and the French onion. Olivia and Amy behind the bar make for a great time!!! Super friendly staff and good food. Would recommend

April Zook I can’t understand why this place isn’t packed! The outdoor scene is lovely by the water, the food and service are great, ample parking, nice, indoor dining, and pub with plenty of room, good music, and drinks! I’d like to highlight their incredible soft pretzel that totally blew me away, because I don’t even like soft pretzels, and this thing was amazing, made fresh in-house. Next highlight is their pizza, just wow. The prices are good too, why isn’t there a line to be seated?! Another hidden gem!

Dede King Yummmm… Red Robin is one of my favorite restaurants. Not only is the building such a trendy blast from the past, but they make amazing food! No matter if I’m getting a burger, a sandwich or salad, I am always leaving satisfied and happy after a day out with my husband or our family. Don’t get me started on their french fries! They keep all of the condiments that you need on the table, including the seasoning salt for your fries. They have very yummy dippers for your fries or your burgers. They also have a wonderful birthday club and we really enjoy going to this location often. The restaurant has a throwback feel. I always love looking at the walls or above my head at the artwork and collages they have created. Make sure to check out the Pac-Man figures decor! The only reason that I’m giving this review, a four-star is because I don’t believe that they employ enough servers. When you offer something unlimited such as their fries, there should be somebody checking in on you more often. I don’t know if they need to hire more actual servers so then they can be more attentive to their tables or if they need to have runners who go around and check on the requests for another helping. The lobby has some really cool seating and balloons for the kids. There’s also some benches outside for overflow or if somebody just wants to get some fresh air while they’re waiting. Great for lunch, dinner and dessert. Happy hour available. Bat onsite with great cocktails, beer and wine. Overall: Food: Amazing! Very tasty! Service: Polite, but could be more attentive. Atmosphere: Awesome! Restrooms: Changing stations for babies. Could be checked in on a little more often simply because the restaurant tends to get very crowded. * Wheelchair, accessible entrance, parking, seating, and restrooms. *doesn’t accept reservations Debit and credit cards accepted.

Vee Snafs I stopped by Anthracite Saturday afternoon after a long work week. I wanted to find a spot that had a nice atmosphere and good vibes. This one did not disappoint. It was an intimate and lively atmosphere. The staff was extremely friendly. Mikayla approached me immediately and took very good care of me. Anthracite has some delicious sounding martinis on their menu. For the season there is a Pumpkin Spice martini and also a Peach Cobbler martini, both which sounded amazing. I had been craving an Espresso martini all week long, although I was very tempted to try one of the seasonal drinks. Mikayla made mine perfectly✨️ I only wanted an appetizer to munch on, so I ordered the Coconut Shrimp. The portion was extremely generous. It was yummy and the Pineapple sauce that came with it tasted home made. This was my first time trying Anthracite but it will not be my last. They had good vibes, good spirits, friendly staff, and (the part I like the most) its a safe place for a single girl to sit alone and not be bothered by anyone and enjoy a nice afternoon nourishing myself. Thank you Anthracite! You have a new fan.