Pittsburgh Plates: Revered Bar Closing, Health Department Cites Brewpub

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:

• Numerous places are offering dining specials during Pittsburgh Winter Restaurant Week. The food is on the plate here.

• Sad: The longtime owner of this popular Pittsburgh-area bar has died. The food is on the plate here.

• This revered Pittsburgh bar is shutting down after four decades. The food is on the plate here.

• A multipurpose restaurant has announced it will close soon. The food is on the plate here.

• A Pittsburgh brewpub was slapped with a consumer alert. The food is on the plate here.