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Pittsburgh · Lawrenceville

Penn Ave Pizza & Steaks (PAPS)

Where New York–style slices meet authentic Philly cheesesteaks on Penn Avenue

PizzaLate night
Penn Ave Pizza & Steaks (PAPS)

What to know

Penn Ave Pizza & Steaks opens at 4065 Penn Ave to bring two American classics together for Pittsburgh diners. The team focuses on doing a few things exceptionally well—crispy, well-sauced New York–style pies and cheesesteaks built with quality ribeye and Cooper Sharp cheese. Located between Lawrenceville and Bloomfield, the spot aims to be a neighborhood staple for quick meals, group orders, and late-night cravings. By blending familiar flavors with dependable service, it fills a tasty niche in the local food scene.

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