Mineo's Pizza House, Family pizzeria in Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh, United States
Mineo's Pizza House is a pizzeria in Pittsburgh that prepares pizzas with homemade dough, sauce made from Italian tomatoes, and daily grated cheeses. The restaurant follows traditional preparation methods and sources quality ingredients to deliver authentic pies.
The restaurant opened in 1958 when John Mineo, who had emigrated from Bagheria near Palermo, Sicily, discovered an empty storefront on Murray Avenue. What started as a small local pizzeria grew into an established presence in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood.
The restaurant holds a strong place in the community and draws regular customers who appreciate its classic recipes and long-standing tradition. Its setting reflects decades of neighborhood presence and remains an important gathering spot for those seeking traditional Italian cooking.
The restaurant welcomes visitors Monday through Saturday, with extended hours on weekends, and closes on Sundays. It helps to arrive early or call ahead during meal times to avoid long waits, especially on busy evenings.
The restaurant offers a special option for customers to order half-baked pizzas and finish cooking them at home. This allows diners to enjoy the fresh-from-the-oven taste of restaurant-quality pizza while completing the final steps in their own kitchen.
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