Big Jim's in the Run

Big Jim’s absolutely lives up to the hype. The menu is huge, the food is outstanding, and the staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. Everything was amazing, especially their Italian hoagie. A truly fantastic restaurant.

Big Jim's in the Run is my new go to place for a great bite to eat. I tried them for the first time today and to food here is delicious. The waitress was very attentive and friendly. We got the Reuben and it was seriously the best Reuben sandwich I have ever ate. I've tried a lot of them around the area but this one was the best. The fried zucchini and gravy fries are also a big hit here! I highly recommend Big Jim's in the Run! I'll be back soon!

In from out of town. The local crowd of first-name-basis regulars was a good sign. Staff is efficient and attentive. Portions are huge and a good value. Sons had buger and fish sandwiches, we hade the meatballs and chicken parm dinners. Wedding soup was perfect, light and hearty all at once. Good cook on all food. Sauce on parm was a bit under seasoned, but still good. Locals ordered sandwiches and a basket of fries to share with side of gravy and cheese sauce for dipping. This seems to be the ticket at Big Jim's. Left full with 2nd meal to go boxes filled. Hope to make it back again some day.

4.5 Have been wanting to go here for years. Food was super good! (Amazing French Fries!!!) Everyone enjoyed their meals. Fast friendly service. Meals out quick. Typical bar/restaurant for a Pittsburgh mill town.

Delicious food and service was very good. Pizza was so yummy, fresh cut fries and the fish sandwich was all so good. Nice little spot to take the family and enjoy a good lunch or dinner!

10/10 HOAGIES! Great tucked away restaurant. Came to Pittsburgh for a day and drove directly here! Lovely local, tavern feel and kind staff. We went straight for the hoagies which come in half portions! (Still enormous btw) Eggplant Parmigiana Hoagie 10/10 - deliciously breaded, toasted bread honestly one of the best I’ve ever had! Spicy Sausage Hoagie 10/10 - would most definitely order again, mild spicy sausage. - ordered more sauce on the side per server recommendation and it was a wonderful choice! Will be back next time in town!

Went for a morning run on the Eliza Furnace Trail and treated ourselves to open-faced sandwiches and a beer at Big Jim’s. The vibe is homey and local with warm wood tones and cozy signage all around. The menu was extensive with a variety of Italian-American cuisine and classic sandwiches and salads. The roast beef and gravy was exactly what I needed after my long run! Our server was super friendly and attentive too. We can’t wait to return to Greenfield to continue our menu exploration of Big Jim’s!

The food was tasty and the portions were huge. My husband and I had French dips. I ate mine over three days! (Steak knife in picture for scale) We'll be back to try another dish!

Not only once, but twice , in one week!!First night we were pleasantly surprised with pastas. Hubby had spaghetti and meatballs. Now, I'm Italian, and I have made meatballs for years. Big Jim's were very good. I had the gnocchi and marinara sauce. I prefer my gnocchi a little lighter, but I absolutely loved the sauce. I digress, because I forgot to mention the wedding soup, absolutely delicious and quite filling. And, last , but not least, the side salad. A very nice salad, but the Italian dressing was perfect, worth dipping your Italian bread in! Well, I saw that they have deep fried clam strips on the menu, and we both love them. But you know, you can't be too sure about the deep fry oil, or breading. Let me tell you, the coating was light , not like it sat in fish oil. The clam strips were quite meaty. I can't wait to try again. Now for the coup de gras' , I ordered a manhattan with Maker's Mark. My glass was double the size of most places. The price was definitely right. And it was very good . Our waitress, Brandy, was a peach. And the "receptionist" has your drink order before you sit down. Thank you Big Jim's , we hope to become regulars.

I went to Big Jim's with my brother and a friend after running the Pittsburgh Great Race. I was very hungry. We knew the restaurant had hearty dishes. I ordered the cheeseburger with Swiss cheese, with the burger cooked medium rare. It came back perfect, served with tomato, onions and lettuce, with a dill pickle on the side. The server, Toni, was very accommodating. My friend had a strange request for her Reuben sandwich order. She doesn't eat meat, so she asked if she could give her corned beef to me and just have her sandwich include sauerkraut and cheese. "No problem," said Toni. However, when the order was served, the cheese came on top of the corned beef, and my friend's sandwich had no cheese...just sauerkraut. The cook had gotten the special request wrong. The bread was a hearty, thick Russian rye. Toni agreed to have the sandwich sent back for cheese to be added. And there would be no extra charge for the cheese already on the corned beef. My brother requested extra sauce for his eggplant Parmesan. No problem! The restaurant is very sports-oriented. Games in the TV, and the servers were wearing Steelers-related clothes. It's a homey place to go for good bar type food.

Always a treat. Food is always amazing no matter what you order. This place is busy so offer grace because those servers are RUNNING! If you want a real Pittsburgh dinning experience, this is it. You are elbow to elbow with your neighbor and everyone is here to have a good time. When one table sings happy birthday, or cheers, you ALL do. It's just a happy experience all around but if you are looking for a quiet meal, this isn't it. You can't get prices for the portions anywhere like Big Jim's.

Finally came in for an early dinner and had the best service possible. As the folks started coming in there was a great smell of all the delicious options for lunch, dinner and just a lovely time. As always a big thank you.

Classic Pittsburgh spot! Portions are generous, food is old school and delicious, and the staff are friendly and make sure you are taken care of. Feels like you are in someone's home! Will absolutely be back.

Always get the chicken parm. Sometimes its very fishy tasting from the oil I surmise. Otherwise portions are enough for taking home.

Saw this place on Diners Drive in and Dives and figured it would be a must go to spot. The staff was definitely very friendly and you definitely get the old bar restaurant vibe the second you walk in. Pretty decent menu. I didn't get anything that was tried in the show, but I got the hot sausage sandwich. I wasn't overly thrilled piece of sausage on a large piece of bread that was toasted and pretty dry a lot more bread than there was sausage.

What a dynamite hidden spot in this beautiful city If you want the most yinzer sit down experience of your life you don't go to Primanti's, you go to Big Jim's in the MF Run It feels like I'm sitting in my grandmas house from the color of the smokes stained walls, the decor on it, tables, not a matching set.... I love it The staff are all as yinzer as you can get. The perfect exact type of people (in the best way possible) you want working here Now the food. This is without a doubt the best Rueben I have ever had in my life. It's the size of my head and packed with meat and that beautiful Mancini's bread The chicken parm is a chicken parm. But what makes it better than the rest is about 14in and get this... $14 for the entire thing. 4 cutlets with that beautiful bread?? Get the f*ck outta here Don't know how they are turning a profit with the massive portions and cheap prices This is what Pittsburgh is all about

Multiple reviews below of how this is a nostalgia childhood spot for me. But first time getting a spread in one sitting...and most impressively each item is consistent every time after all these years! Chicken parm, fish sandwich where I add creamy slaw and thousand island for a Reuben style, and "side" of Italian hoagie

What an awesome place. Super great staff service and the food is beyond outrageous. It was my first time going to Big Jim's and I want to go back as I'm typing this.

Go on an empty stomach. Was here in Pitt to drop off some stuff for our daughter attending school and saw this place was about 10 minutes from our hotel. Read the reviews and decided to give it a go. First off, DO NOT HAVE TO PAY TO PARK!!! On street parking. Place is the epitome of a dive bar. Don't let that fool you. The food is fresh, the portions are HUGE, and the service was attentive. My glass never went dry. Wife got the Italian sub and my daughter and I split a meatball sub. Big portions. The only things that brought it down to 4 stars were: The bread. Not sure if it's the kind of bread or how it was toasted or a combination of both, but it was so "crispy" that it could scratch the inside of your mouth when you bit into it. Almost too much of a crunch to it. Not burnt at all, don't get the wrong idea.... The meatballs got a little dry. There were 5 good size (almost tennis ball size) in the sub, but could have used more sauce. I will say that a big positive on the bread is that the hoagies didn't get soggy. With the portion of meat and stuff, it's almost like you should wait a bit and let the bread get a bit soggy before you dive in. Maybe we just did it wrong We did see a table next to us get some calzones and OMFG this here were soooooooo big. Three of us left with leftovers for under $50. Will go again and try something different. Maybe a calzone.

We stopped here for the first time after an event at the convention center. We had a wonderful experience! It might not look like much from the outside but this place is a true gem. There's a small dinning area within the massive bar along with a separate section just for dining. It has a homey feel. We were greeted and seated right away. All of the employees were friendly and helpful. This place definitely has character and charm. True yinzer experience! The menu is fantastic with tons of great options to select from. We started out with the zucchini with marinara. It was really good nice and crispy. For my entree I ordered the open faced roast beef sandwich. Whenever it was served I couldn't help but say WOW because it was absolutely massive! It could easily feed two people if not more. All of the food that we ordered was delicious, huge portions and reasonably priced. I really can't say enough good things about this place truly. Do yourself a favor and give it a try!

I really like this place- I've been here twice with my family when we've been in town for a work conference. The kids meals are a fantastic deal to feed hungry kids, with large portions. The fries my boys didn't eat were super tasty! My daughter got the buffalo chicken hoagie, and it was enormous and delicious. The chicken parm hoagie was also tasty on wonderful bread. I liked our servers, they tag teamed our table and took good care of us. It's definitely got a diner-like set up, but I love that about it.

This was my first time dining at Big Jim's, at the request of a friend. I ordered the Steak Hoagie and onion rings. We arrived at about 6pm and ordered, took about 35 minutes for our food to be served. The steak hoagie was decent, and I did like the onion rings. Overall I didn't feel like it was anything special, but to each their own of course.

Back again! Only thing that even comes close to the steak hoagie tonight is the one I had last time I was here! My wife had the meatball hoagie--excellent HUGE, homemade meatballs. You'll love this place!

It's such a nice bar/restaurant. I love coming here for the big portions and the great prices. They have a big range of Bar/Italian food. You're definitely in for some good food. I've never had a bad experience when it comes to the food. Normally when I'm here it's always the same guy who seems to be waiting on tables so it's nice that you see the same familiar faces! They do a great job

Great tasting food with large portions, rueben and Italian hoagies are very good , drinks are at a reasonable rate also

Food was so good..husband had steak hoagie and I had the Open faced turkey with fries and gravy. Real cooked in house turkey! Our waitress was so friendly and took great care of us.

I grew up going here as my dad knew "big jim" so I had to take my husband to show him the old neighborhood. Don't judge a book by it's cover because it is very good and nostalgic. The menu has everything from typical bar food starters, pizza, hoagies, and grandma's recipe dinners. You won't leave hungry and will for sure have leftovers. For example the veal parm dinner is on a platter size plate with 2 very large pieces of veal served on top of pasta and comes with soup/salad, my husband got the wedding soup and said it was one of the best he had. He says he will be back to try the pizza next.

Great spot!! Loved the atmosphere and the vibe of this spot. Stopped in during lent so am really looking forward to going back and trying the full regular menu The fish sandwich was good though and so was the broiled option. We also got mozzarella sticks and they were perfect. The mac n cheese tasted like Stouffers which I really didn't like, they ran out of haluski, and the menu said our food came with coleslaw but we weren't given any. So I did have to dock a star. Hopefully next time it'll be perfect. We still enjoyed our food, the cold beers, and the great company

Big Jim's In The Run is a delicious Italian restaurant. Serving homemade pasta dishes, piled-high hoagies & fried apps- there is something for everyone! We tried this Big Jim calzone and it was giant and so good. Split between two people, easily two meals! Filled with meats, veggies, cheese & sauce! Big Jim's is located on Saline Street in lower Greenfield, neighborhood bar & restaurant. Tucked away under a bridge right off the parkway- totally worth seeking out!

This is such a local place with the feel and amazing food. It was just what I needed. Food had huge flavor and just as huge portions. Service was friendly and made sure I was taken care of. The best thing is they advertise just by word of mouth. The food and the staff make that very easy to do.

Finally made it out Big Jim's. The portions are huge. The vibe is welcoming. The staff are great. The food was meh at best. I got the fish sandwich. It came with a small Cole slaw, that arrived 15 min before the sandwich. It was fine. The 'sandwich' was just a roll and the fish. Nothing else, no lettuce, no tomatoes. The fish was ok, not really flaky. A bit over done. I got a side of fries. They were not crisp. I'd say it was average for bar food.

Fabulous service & scrumptious food! Staff was extremely attentive to our needs & made sure our food arrived piping hot with " healthy " serving size that required take out containers & made for a great evening meal

Cool little dive bar with pretty solid Food had the Reuben was thick and good wife had the chicken Parm definitely worth checking out?

Great Old School place. Like a dive bar, but in a good way. Food was great. Nothing fancy. But all was good. Had the fried fish sandwich, very good. BEST Halušky I've ever had. Good service. Find your way to Big Jim's in the Run. You will appreciate it!

Big Jim's is great! Loved their calzone. Great food, great service and fun atmosphere!

This restaurant is a hidden treasure in Pittsburgh! Parking was a breeze, and you almost wouldn't even notice it if you weren't looking for it. It doesn't seem like much from the outside, but boy were we pleasantly surprised. The service was phenomenal, and we were served quickly. I got the lasagna with meat sauce, which was loaded with layers and smothered over the top with the meat sauce. It was amazing and a huge portion. My husband got the veal parmesan sandwich, which was humongous! It was bigger than his head. The veal was fried to perfection, the cheese melted and oozing, and the cherry on the top was the crunch crispiness of the bread. We will have leftovers for days, and we only spend about $16 for each dish. Huge portions, low prices, and amazing quality. You literally cannot ask for anything more. Hands down 5 stars to this restaurant and a must visit in Pittsburgh.

Finally got to visit Big Jim's in the Hollow for lunch. The big and friendly greeting as we entered set the tone for the experience. It wasn't very busy and we were seated immediately. I'm always drawn to old local taverns and this place didn't disappoint. The orders that passed our table were huge. Our hoagies were also huge and served on great bread. We should have ordered french fries, because they looked and smelled delicious. I'm looking forward to returning to this local Pittsburgh icon.

Atmosphere is nice Great bar and dining area Friendly staff Server was great. She was fast, efficient and knew her stuff!!! Also very friendly Great menu Amazing selection Prices are awesome compared to what you get Come hungry! Highly recommend

We got the fish sandwiches. They were tasteless. We tried fixing them with old bay, lemon,etc. Horrid The service was good not great. The decor was the best part. True old Pittsburgh bar. Wood paneling, so dark lights had to be on,.

We stopped at Big Jim's last Saturday. The service and food were top notch! We all ordered different so we could try it all. Wedding Soup, Reuben, Stuffed Shells, Lasagne, Chicken Parm Sub, and Gnocchi'. I would order it all again. we will definitely visit again.

Their lasagna is the most terrible lasagna I have ever had, which is totally inedible: the pasta is undercooked and too sticky to swallow, the cheese is totally unmelted, and there is no meat at all and lack of marinara sauce, which tastes like underdone leftover. The grilled chciken sandwich also has nothing good to say. However, they replaced my disappointing dinner with their supreme reuben sandwich without further charge.

Well we finally made it here which isn't easy if you want to avoid scary Pittsburgh highways. We walked from the museum, after putting in our "to go" order for the Big Jim's calzone and the veal Parmigiano dinner with wedding soup and garlic bread. I knew the calzone would be big but I wanted to have leftovers. Boy, do I have leftovers. Service was spectacular. They kindly noticed that the calzone box was too big when you aren't driving and volunteered to rewrap it into two smaller,but still large boxes. Since it was hot, I should have unwrapped it when I got home because it was excellent but a little soggy when we started eating it a day later. (Not the restaurants fault but a hint to you.) This calzone is now back in Ohio, cut into smaller pieces and frozen. I will heat it in the oven and it will be fine. It is so good. Loved the cup of soup. We split it so we each got a taste. Took the veal back to Ohio as well. I haven't had veal for YEARS. Wonderful and a huge portion. This place is VERY inconvenient for us because we stay near AGH and I avoid driving in Pittsburgh but I will come back. Service and food are 5 stars. See you in July. Great Great service. Thank you to the hostess.

Big Jim's "in the run" has been serving the local community since 1977. They've got tons of tons of reviews and fans across the city and beyond. They were even featured on DDD. Most restaurants that have been on that show have not lived up to the hype, but Big Jim's is proper. The menu is proper neighborhood Italian. I hear they cook their sauce for six hours. I opted for the veal Parmesan as it's something I rarely ever eat. First of all, the portions are insanely large. So insanely large in fact they charge a "split plate" fee, which would still be worth it to share. The food is good. Everyone around me were smiling as they were scarfing their faces with sandwiches and fries. It's a place that takes you back in time. It's a place where the bartender knows your name and your order. There are regulars. Even the neighborhood is nostalgic in a sense. Definitely a big thumbs up.

If you want to experience the real Pittsburgh, drop by for a meal at Big Jim's. The portions are huge, the food is good, and the price is very affordable. It's a funky location, but well worth seeking out. The service is friendly and the vibe is comfortable and laid back.

Cozy, classic Pittsburgh neighborhood joint! Came in for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and the place wasn't packed yet, but definitely was on our way out around 130. Our server was super friendly and attentive. I had a corned beef reuben and a side of fries and my friend had the veal parm sandwich. Both sandwiches were huge, IMO. The veal parm was bigger than my head. The sauce on the parm was great and the reuben was flavorful. I asked for the 1,000 island on the side and I'm glad I did because I ended up taking half to go for lunch tomorrow!

Always a great dinner at Big Jim's in the Run ! Favorite family restaurant. Always was a great Friday night football restaurant for Local High Schools. The best open face sandwiches in town. Kids love the chicken planks and hand cut fries. We usually order the chicken parm dinner but tonight i got the sandwich. Truly a hidden jem In Greenfield!!!

It is entirely satisfying. Great wholesome food at reasonable prices, attentive staff, a neighborhood place that local families still come to. It is worth finding down under that parkway bridge.

Went to lunch with 2 coworkers. I had salmon salad, coworkers had steak salad. The other had a white pizza. The food was very good and our waitress was very nice.

Big Jim's is still great, but they are not focusing on seasoning their dishes as much as in the past. They are a little stingy on the sauce for the pasta dishes, as well. Every little thing matters in recipes and ingredients. A few slight variations lead to a different dish altogether. Because of my love for this place, I will be back for more. I just need them to find their groove again.

After years of living next door in Greenfield, we finally made it to Big Jim's. We went as a party of 4 on a Thursday night, and we were immediately seated in the dining room. There's also ample seating in the bar. The best way I can describe the ambiance is - imagine eating food in a yinzer grandparents basement. There are wood paneled walls and drop ceilings. If I'm remembering correctly, the floor was carpeted with a very low pile carpet and slightly sticky. The walls are littered with eclectic posters, art, and decor that likely dates back to the 70s. There is no music playing, but there was a large TV tuned in to KDKA, the local news channel. The chairs are mismatched. For some people, this decor may be off-putting, but to others it is familiar and cozy. Our server was extremely friendly but it seemed like they were struggling with understaffing - it took about 30 minutes for her to come to take our order. We ordered the clam strips, gnocchi with meatballs, fried shrimp basket, veal parmesan, and the turkey reuben. The prices are extremely reasonable and many meals come with soup or salad, pasta or fries, and garlic toast. The clam strips were pretty small but were coated with a nice crispy batter and served with a delicious horseradish dipping sauce. The gnocchi was just okay - it is not made in house. It was heavy and dense. The sauce is made in house and has a great texture, but isn't anything too special. The meatballs were huge and delicious. The turkey Reuben was delicious. They oven roast the turkey in house and it was moist and tender. The sandwich was stacked high on rye bread, which almost seemed hollowed out in the middle to accommodate the generous portion of turkey. I would definitely order this again. The fries were just okay - somewhat limp and lukewarm by the time they arrived to us. They are greasy cut potatoes - reminded me of potato patch fries if you're into that style. The side salad included a lot of olives which was a nice treat. The wedding soup was okay and had lots of greens but no pasta or dumplings, which I consider standard for that type of soup. Another note - They serve beers but no desserts (you won't be hungry after dinner). If you're looking for huge portions for cheap, in an authentic, dive-y vintage Pittsburgh ambiance, definitely give Big Jim's a try. If not - I'd skip it.

Huge portions, great pours, great prices. Wedding soup solid. Chicken parmigana awesome. Reuben was tasty

The drinks were delicious...service was over the top...Reuben was amazing, French fries , and onion rings! Fish sandwich was not up to par! But all in all we will be back! !

Frequently, sitting at the bar often picking up a calzone, wanting to go back for a salad and lasagna! The folks here are always keeping it sweet and cheery, busy and wonderful to see this place full of friendly happy faces. Biggest complaint is "how will I ever finish this?" muahahaha! Where there's a will...There's always a way!! Thank you guys and gals.

Food: Ridiculously enormous sandwiches and delicious wedding soup that might be the best I've had since moving to Pittsburgh. Service: It was good, everyone was nice. Good recommendations and didn't have to ask for anything. Ambiance: I personally loved it but could see how it wouldn't be for everyone. Rustic? Maybe? It looks like an "Ohio Valley" bar and it's super outdated. Overall: Great experience, I will defiantly return for another cup of wedding soup and sandwich.

I have been past this place a number of times going to visit family in Greenfield and seen it on TV but never stopped. My wife and I finally got to stop and try it out. We both got appetizer. I got the zucchini and the wife got the onion rings. The Zucchini was very thin and greasy but the onion rings were great. I ordered the open face roast beef sandwich. The bread was dry and I had to ask for extra gravy because it had very little on it. The fries were very good though and the amount of food was large. Service was outstanding and the waitress was friendly and attentive. I noticed that the couple next to us got fish sandwiches that looked great. As far as the ambience, it's clean and had an old bar charm to it. Wasn't big on my sandwich but I'll definitely go back for something else.

Big Jim's is a experience! The food is great, very large portions and everything on the menu is to die for! This place is that good, really

WOW!! This place has the best food! Hope you come hungry. The service is amazing the waitress was so nice she came and seat down at the table and talked with us it was are first time.i love when you go to a restaurant and get that personal touch can't say enough loved this place!!!