Veltri's is still there. 335-4474. For Italian, personally, I prefer Minutello's in Shadyside. The pizza is excellent (sauce not too spicy or thin, generous cheese, chewy crust, not dry). 226 Shady Avenue, 361-9311 Enjoy, and welcome home! s
Pittsburgh, PA
Veltri's Restaurant
Lynne R. wrote: > Was wondering if Veltri's was still in business. It is located near > Oakmont, and overlooks the Allegheny river. I would describe this place as a slightly upscale version of neighborhood Italian. However, while we found the food enjoyable, the view is the high point. The restaurant sits high on a bluff with a splendid view of the Allegheny River valley. We like to get there while it's still light and watch the view change in gathering twilight and darkness. Splendid! If you want to sit by the window, it can't hurt to call ahead for a reservation and specify a window table. It is actually in Plum and is on the road between Oakmont and New Kensington. From Oakmont, go up the hill away from the river. When the Yellow Belt bears right, continue straight ahead. It's about 2 or 3 or 4 miles on your left. Big parking lot, big sign. If you go down the hill approaching New Kensington, you've gone too far. We are vegetarians (eating cheese) and found a limited but adequate selection. We have no knowledge about the rest of the menu. Art Evans
>>Veltri's Still in business<<<
Art:
Thank you for the reply. I do remember the food being very
good, and the view absolutely terriffic! I actually remember how
to get there, since my grandfather used to take us to Veltri's
after golfing at Oakmont C. C. golf coarse. He used to get us a
table by the window, and point out the barges and marina craft
venturing out on the river. Our children are older now and in
school, and behave somewhat appropriately in nice restaurants. It
will be nice to take them, and my mom and dad there this summer.
And an added bonus to hear the food is STILL good!
---Kindest reguards,
Lynne, military spouse and weekend railroad-fan widow