It’s past midnight. You’ve been drinkin’, you’ve been drinkin’…but you only have $10 in your pocket, and like your wallet, but not particularly your waistline (of which you could care less about in the heat of the moment), your patience is running thin. As if your night couldn’t get more complicated, you and your (taste) buds aren’t in the mood for pizza.
You’ve been thinkin’, you’ve been thinkin’…yinz want something just as equally greasy and unhealthily satisfying. (Why can’t you keep your fingers off it, baby?)
Thankfully, you’ve read this article beforehand to combat this recurring dilemma and impress your friends. Here are just a few suggestions as to where to go if you ever find yourself in such a situation.
Campus Deli
Location: 400 Semple Street Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs: 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat: 11am-3am, Sun: 11am-11pm
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Located on Semple Street, it’s hands-down one of the top drunk food places in South Oakland. You can order online for pick-up or for delivery ($10 minimum). What it’s best known for is its mouth-watering, delectable subs. You can’t go wrong with any of its featured subs, from The Campus Cheesesteak to The Chicken Parmesean.
McDonald’s
Location: 3708 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: 24-7
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Dollah menu hollah. I’m lovin’ it.
The O
Location: 3901 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: Mon-Sun: 10am-3:30am
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Otherwise known as “The Dirty O,” this is the place to go if you’re really craving the true Pittsburgh deep fried potato experience, double-fried to crisp-outer and soft-inner perfection.
Larry & Carol’s Pizza
Location: 410 Semple Street Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs: 11am-1:30am, Fri-Sat: 11am-2:30am, Sun: 11am-1:30am
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Despite its name and its notorious status as the home of the $30, 30” King-Kong Pizza, it offers cheese fans tasty alternatives to pizza like subs, bacon cheese fries and mozzarella sticks. For cheaper bites, I would stick to the starters on the menu.
Forbes Gyro
Location: 3715 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs: 11am-12pm, Fri-Sat: 11am-3am, Sun 11am-12am
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Located on Forbes (hence the name), this food joint offers a variety of selections such as gyros, kebabs, and Hershey’s Ice Cream. Added bonus: Get the full food-pyramid nutritional benefit with a salad served on the side with the kebab. Side Note: If you bring some of the goodies back to your place, it might smell like hummus for at least two days.
“Chicken on a Stick”
Location: Corner of Semple Street and Ward Street Pittsburgh PA, 15213
Hours of Operation: Around 9pm-2am
A hidden gem located on the corner of Semple Street and Ward Street, deep in South Oakland. The owners don’t have a business name for their food joint and work under mysterious hours, usually on Friday and Saturday nights. What’s especially enticing of this chicken on a stick is that it’s under an awe-inspiring spotlight for everyone to see as they pass by that corner. This kebab-reminiscent chicken is offered with various dips, some of the notable ones being teriyaki sauce and “yum-yum” sauce.
7-Eleven
Location: 3955 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: 24-7
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Most often overlooked during the daytime, warm, cheesy Doritos Loaded®, meat and cheese-filled Go-Go Taquitos® and Big Bite® hot dogs with chili, cheese and/or onion toppings are hot, fresh and ready for grabs.
Rite Aid
Location: 209 Atwood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours of Operation: 24-7
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When in doubt…convenience store out. A list of drunk food faves include chicken nuggets and pizza bagel bites.
Not in the mood to spend money but still hungry? Here are a few low-maintenance and adventurous recipes you could make at home while still inebriated.
Not drunk enough to completely disregard your concern over your health and waistline? Check out these healthier DIY alternatives to satisfy your late-night drunchies!
Not Pitt-faced yet? Try makin’ these babies.