Pittsburgh Plates: Rat Bait Found In Restaurant, New Eateries On Way

PITTSBURGH, PA — When it comes to the Pittsburgh area's restaurant and bar scene, there has been news aplenty recently - both good and bad. In case you missed any of it, here's a chance to catch up:

• Amid nuisance complaints, a popular Pittsburgh bar has closed for good. The drinks are not on the table here.

• Aw, rats. The Allegheny County Health Department shut down a Pittsburgh restaurant for reasons that likely will gross you out. The food is not on the plate here.

• The Waterfront announced it's bringing in two new dining options. The food is on the plate here.

• A bakery-cafe chain has opened its first Pittsburgh location. The food is on the plate here.

• A new sushi spot has announced its grand opening date. The food is on the plate here.

• The Allegheny County Health Department issued consumer alerts for two Pittsburgh eateries. The food is on the plate here and here.

• Famous amateur pizza reviewer Dave Portnoy stopped at pizzerias in Murrysville and the Strip District. The food is on the plate here and here.