Brick and Barrel Cross Keys

I visited Brick & Barrel Cross Keys for the first time during Pittsburgh Restaurant Week, and despite its immense popularity, I was seated immediately--no wait at all. That alone was a great start.I ordered The Barnyard Burger, their specialty duck fat fries, and what a bourbon hot chocolate from their seasonal special drinks menu. Simply put, this was the best burger I have ever had. Everything about it--from the quality of the meat to the toppings and the way it was cooked--was phenomenal. I enjoyed it so much that I returned just a week later to try another burger, The Gunslinger, along with regular fries and the Spinach Artichoke Dip appetizer. Once again, I was not disappointed--the flavors were outstanding, and everything was cooked to perfection.Of all the restaurants I visited during Restaurant Week, this was by far the best experience. The food was great, the service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere, an experience all on its own, really made it stand out, and I can't recommend it highly enough. If you're looking for incredible burgers and a top-tier dining experience, Brick & Barrel Cross Keys should be at the top of your list!

I went with my best friend! We both got burgers. She got the Gearhead and I got the Gunslinger. I loved all the fresh jalapeños mine came with. If you don't like spicy I would not recommend this one for you. But the burgers were thick and delicious. The fries were also good. The staff was very nice. We can't wait to go back when the weather is nice and sit outside.

The restaurant is beautiful!! I can't wait to come back and sit on the patio. The server we had was lovely. She was very attentive and quick to clear plates. Additionally, she refilled glasses swiftly as well. I appreciated that. The food was insanely good. I joked that it was too good the be located in the suburbs. No one had complaints about the food. I'm already craving the food again, and I went to dinner yesterday lol. The one negative I could think of is that there wasn't a lot of people in the restaurant, yet the food took a long time. It was definitely noticeable; however, I can't justify lowering their star count for that reason. You need to try Brick and Barrel!! It's phenomenal.

I hosted a an annual Christmas party here and the space was pretty good for the 22 people we had. It is upstairs so it is not handicap accessible for this private room. We ordered a buffet style catering, and everything turned out good except for the chicken marsala and the chicken piccata, they taste exactly the same. The sauce was too water down. They provided one waitress and although she did a good job, the group was not getting drinks fast enough. I had made this reservation for months prior but the food was no prepare in a timely fashion. There was also a confusing about the room rental and the deposit, but it was all taken care of at the end. The space was nicely decorated for Christmas, which made my job a little easier, and the staff that I encountered was very friendly.

My sister and I tried Brick and Barrel for the first time tonight! The building itself has a cute and quaint historic charm to it. It kind of reminded me of the Downtown Charleston area restaurants (minus the beach/bay). It was the perfect night to sit outside on their patio (if only I could have a glass of wine, lol).I'm happy to say we did not leave hungry! We shared the large pretzel with beer cheese to start. We both followed that with burgers and specialty fries. My sister enjoyed a couple new cocktails outside our usual box( I'm jealous, haha). I'll definitely have to stop back post-delivery for the Caramel Bourbon . This is the perfect spot for a date night, family outing, or a night out with the girls! Friendly service, tasty food, and cute/casual atmosphere - 10/10 would recommend!

Along Dorseyville Road in the Fox Chapel area sits the beautiful old Cross Keys inn, dating back to 1850. It's a beautiful setting for Brick & Barrel Cross Keys-a casual but upscale American restaurant with creative twists on classic pizza and burgers. They also advertise an extensive collection of bourbons, and they do not disappoint. Upon entering, there is a cozy small bar to the left with exposed brick and lanterns on the walls. The bourbon collection helps decorate with a huge and sparkling display. To the right is a small dining area with the first of a few fireplaces that make Brick & Barrel the perfect stop on a chilly evening. The main dining room sits in the back with a pretty view of the trees and patio outside. There are private rooms upstairs. We sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly and knowledgeable. Todd had an Old Fashioned with a recommended mid-priced bourbon. It was pretty and warm and satisfying on the cold and snowy evening. I had a classic martini, just the right dry for me. The sandwiches were delicious. Todd had the "Mother Clucker", a fried chicken sandwich with pepper jack, bacon jam and a surprising chipotle lime aioli. The flavors really complimented each other. The fries were beer battered , crisp and hot. I enjoyed the Shrooming Burger. It was a perfect medium with truffled mushrooms, Swiss cheese and horseradish aioli. The sandwich and sides prices reflect the upscale part of "casual and upscale" but weren't unreasonable for the creativity and quality. Entree selections are market price and include chops, steaks, salmon and crab cakes. While the weather is still cold and dreary, make a point to try Brick & Barrel, Cross Keys. I recommend you sit at the casual, cozy bar and enjoy some great food, great service and warm up with an Old Fashioned or two.

We went using a Groupon. the meal was worth what we spent using the Groupon but I would definitely not go there and pay full price. THey were out of the first three or four items I wanted. When I asked for another item, the srver thought they had it but came back to say that they had just sold their last one. I looked at the menu again and decided on a pizza that supposedly had wild mushrooms. Since I have been mushrooming for decades, I asked the server about they type of wild mushrooms. It took her a couple of trips to the kitchen but it turned out that the "wild" mushrooms were button mushrooms from Phillips. When I got my pizza, they were clearly your basic Agaricus bisporus-the mushrooms you can get cheap at any supermarket. My pizza was otherwise fairly good with a crisp crust. However my husband's pizza was unevenly heated in their pizza oven such that one half was undercooked.

Girls night out at the Brick and Barrel on Dorseyville Road. Nate was a great waiter. It is amazing how other wait staff can't read the room and carry their voices so loud. I had the Irish Elephant Old Fashion lovely. We shared the risotto balls and Chicken Pesto Pizza. Very good. .

My friend and I went to dinner and sat at the bar. The service was amazing! We ordered a pizza and it was very tasty. We also ordered a burger and it was delicious! The burger was juicy and cooked perfectly. The bar area and the library area was warm and cozy. The bourbon selection was extensive. This place is a hidden Gem! I can't wait to go back again.

Great drinks Dissappointed at the food Terrible They just opened! I was there last week Food is very inconsistent Terrible today Big bucks I want good food ,$ 162 for lunch ?????