Many of us in Pittsburgh adore the Lawrenceville city neighborhood along the Allegheny River. The vibrant street is packed with a tremendous amount of retail, food and lifestyle businesses on multiple blocks. In fact, there are over 250 locally-owned businesses on Penn Avenue and Butler Street!
The area is supported by the nonprofit Lawrenceville Corporation whose mission is to act as a catalyst and conduit for responsible growth and reinvestment in this community. Today, Lawrenceville Corporation continues to build a more inclusive, equitable, accessible and sustainable community through real estate development, policy and advocacy, community planning and development and business district management, as well as communications and marketing.
Here are four thriving businesses you should check out next time you’re in the area!
STUDIO 39 Fitness
Passion meets precision at STUDIO 39 Fitness. The fitness classes are led by dedicated coaches and powered by cutting-edge equipment. Their goal is to build fitness that lasts a lifetime. That’s something we can agree with!
If you’re looking to improve heart health, torch calories, build strength, improve flexibility or find the perfect balance of it all, they have energizing programs that fit all of these goals. Every session is personalized, so the coaches will guide you and adapt workouts to meet your needs. With this group of coaches and other like-minded people in the room, you’ll experience all the fun!
The first class for guests is only $12! Take a look at their upcoming classes, snag a spot, and come sweat it out with STUDIO 39 Fitness (3901 Butler Street). Studio 39 believes in fitness that fuels you for life. Learn more about them here!
Mi Empanada
Welcome to the empanada house! Mi Empanada (4034 Butler Street) is a fast-casual spot serving over 10 empanada flavors, plus seasonal ones (like the Smoked Brisket Empanada with Jalapenos & Cheddar Cheese), as well as sandwiches, sides and desserts. Enjoy a range of Argentinian cuisine with honest and creative cooking!
Check out a bonus menu item, a seasonal tomato salad and 10% off all vegan items at the shop during Pittsburgh Veg Restaurant Week (May 12th – 18th). Be sure to stop by and come hungry for this little treat packed with flavor. Stay connected with Mi Empanada for more yummy news on their Instagram page.
Burghers Brewing Co.
Burghers Brewing Co. (3601 Butler Street) is all about smash burgers and craft beers. The chef-led team is obsessed with using local, ethical and sustainable ingredients to create awesome burgers. Whether you want to build your own smashburger or dive into one of the specialty ones, they’ve got you and your appetite covered.
Some of our favorites include their collab burger with Maggie’s Farm (smoked gouda, horseradish, caramelized onion, roasted chilies, with rum aioli) and Polish Hill (cheddar, caramelized onions, a pierogi, with mayo).
Check out 10 beers on tap—including the popular Strawberry Way (ale) and the Deutschtown Pilsner—plus a variety of craft cocktails and four-pack beers to take home!
The restaurant offers these deals throughout the week that are too good to pass up!
- Mini Madness Mondays: $6 mini burgers all day and $1 off any lager with purchase
- Ten Buck Tuesdays: $10 classic smash burgers all day, and add a draft for $5 for an adult happy meal
- Thursdays: $1 off drafts all day long
Follow Burghers Brewing Co. on Instagram for menu updates and news.
Dollfaced Aesthetics
Hey, Dollface! The new laid back boutique clinic, Dollfaced Aesthetics (5266 Butler Street) has a lot to offer to pump some happiness into your life! The woman-led practice (owned by Meghan French, MSN, CRNP) is dedicated to enhancing confidence through injectables and laser therapies that emphasize natural beauty.
With their friendly vibes, there’s no reason to be nervous on what you want to talk to Meghan about. After all, she is dubbed as the “Injection Barbie” and will make every appointment comfortable and welcoming. Services range from injectable fillers, wrinkle relaxers, microneedling, IV hydration, threading and so much more.
Follow along with Dollfaced Aesthetics on Instagram!
This content was provided by a local, independent contributor to Made in PGH, a lifestyle blog.
