Besides fried oysters, a massive fried cod sandwich is among the specialties at The Orginal Oyster House, Pittsburgh's oldest operating restaurant.
From the restaurant's website:
"At 137 years old, The Original Oyster House is Pittsburgh's oldest bar and restaurant. Located in the heart of downtown's Market Square, near the courts and just across the river from the new stadiums, the unique tavern has been designated by the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation. ... When the Oyster House first opened in 1870, oysters sold for a penny and beer was 10 cents a glass. The enormous fish sandwiches, which require a special bun, were introduced by Louis Americus, who was the proprietor from 1916 to 1970. The delicious coating on the fish and oysters, a recipe of Mrs. Americus, is still utilized today by the kitchen staff."
Full bar. Serving lunch and dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
" ... still packing 'em in, just as it did when it opened its doors back in 1870."
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Pittsburgh magazine
Besides fried oysters, a massive fried cod sandwich is among the specialties at The Orginal Oyster House, Pittsburgh's oldest operating restaurant.
From the restaurant's website:
"At 137 years old, The Original Oyster House is Pittsburgh's oldest bar and restaurant. Located in the heart of downtown's Market Square, near the courts and just across the river from the new stadiums, the unique tavern has been designated by the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation. ... When the Oyster House first opened in 1870, oysters sold for a penny and beer was 10 cents a glass. The enormous fish sandwiches, which require a special bun, were introduced by Louis Americus, who was the proprietor from 1916 to 1970. The delicious coating on the fish and oysters, a recipe of Mrs. Americus, is still utilized today by the kitchen staff."
Full bar. Serving lunch and dinner Mon–Sat. Closed Sun.
" ... still packing 'em in, just as it did when it opened its doors back in 1870."
—
Pittsburgh magazine