University of Pittsburgh

Mexican War Streets/Allegheny West/Central North Side

Neighborhood Temp Image
Mexican War Street housefront.

Among the city’s oldest, the North Side neighborhoods were laid out in 1788, and many of the buildings date from the mid-19th century and include some truly beautiful examples of Victorian architecture.

The area nestles among Pittsburgh cultural institutions like the Mattress Factory, the Manchester Craftsman’s Guild, the National Aviary, the Andy Warhol Museum, the Children’s Museum, and of course, all the attractions on the North Shore (Heinz Field, PNC Park, and the Carnegie Science Center).

Though a grocery store is a car ride away, the ambiance and neighborliness of the Mexican War Streets attracts many people. The great green expanse of Allegheny Commons serves as a beautiful “front yard” for North Side residents, and local organizations are always looking for ways to improve the park and the community at-large. Don’t forget to drop by the Monterey Pub or Beleza Coffeehouse to get a taste of the local scene!

Neighborhood

Eat

  • Amani International Coffeehouse & Cafe
  • Beleza Community Coffeehouse (Vegan friendly)
  • Big Sam’s Memphis BBQ: 412 323-0333
  • Buon Giorno Café: 412 481-7465
  • Joey and Dolly’s North Shore Deli: 412 231-2812
  • Monterey Pub
  • Penn Brewery (Authentic German food and beer!)
  • Priory Fine Pastries

Shop

  • Giant Eagle
  • Stedeford’s Record Shop: 412 321-8333

Play

Health and Wellness

  • YMCA: 412-321-8594

Transportation

  • 500 to Oakland
  • 54C to Oakland
  • 16B to downtown then transfer
  • 16D to downtown then transfer