Kelly O's Diner in the Strip

Visited on October 5, 2025, around lunchtime. Upon arrival, my guest and I found a lengthy line outside the door which usually signals a popular local spot. We waited roughly 25 minutes before being seated. To their credit, the owner kept the waiting crowd entertained, which helped pass the time. Once inside, it was clear that space is limited. Tables are packed tightly, and the diner operates at full capacity, especially during Sunday brunch hours. Our server, Carrie, greeted us promptly and took our drink orders while we looked over the extensive breakfast menu. Our Order: Western Omelet: $18.67 Loaded with ham, onions, green peppers, and cheddar cheese. Nicely cooked with a rich, cheesy filling. However, note that home fries are not included and cost extra. (3) Buttermilk Pancakes: $8.89 Unfortunately, these were overly chewy likely from overmixed batter. I was expecting light and fluffy, classic diner pancakes. Famous Breakfast: $14.86 Scrambled eggs, turkey sausage links, and home fries. Nicely seasoned and hearty. Fruit Cup: $4.75 Bright, fresh mix of blueberries, strawberries, banana slices, cantaloupe, and honeydew—beautifully presented but served late after we had already begun eating. Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice: $4.65 Refreshing and naturally sweet, a standout of the meal. The Experience: While the food overall was flavorful and portions generous, there were some service hiccups. Our server forgot to bring the fruit cup until we spoke directly with the owner. Additionally, the upcharge for side items like home fries wasn’t clearly mentioned by our server, which could have been communicated better. Atmosphere & Service: Kelly O’s has that nostalgic Pittsburgh diner charm lively, close-quarters, and family-friendly. The décor is retro and fun, but the space can feel cramped when the restaurant is full. Staff worked hard under the rush, though service could benefit from a bit more attention to order accuracy and communication. Pricing: Our total came to $55.45 (including 7% sales tax). Slightly on the higher side for a diner breakfast, especially with upcharges, but portions are sizable. Kelly O’s Diner is a classic Pittsburgh brunch experience—good comfort food, lively crowd, and a community vibe that keeps people coming back. Just be prepared for a wait, tight seating, and some inconsistencies in pacing and service. Kelly O’s Diner in the Strip, 100 24th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Cute tight-knit diner in the strip. Came here with my friends and were greeted with warm smiles. It’s definitely a smaller place and gets packed but the food is WORTH IT! The Pittsburgh Eggs Benedict was something I’ve never seen before and man was it GOOD! My friends also enjoyed their food as well and the grilled cinnamon roll was the one!

Solid breakfast food (if not a bit I overpriced due to its notoriety) in a classic diner setting in the middle of Pittsburgh's iconic Strip District. The country fried steak and eggs with home fries were perfectly prepared, and the kids pancakes and fruit were well made and plentiful. Service was meh, but not awful.

A group of 6 of us went here for breakfast. It was fantastic. The food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. We enjoyed it so much we went back the following day. Next time I'm in Pittsburgh, I'll head there for breakfast!

Recommend this place for fast service and a very tasty breakfast! Walked in on a busy Sunday ~11am. Tables were completely full and there was wait with about 4 parties ahead of us but the waiy cleared up quick. Boyfriend and I grabbed a couple seats at the counter. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. Our dishes were served hot, good portions, and tasty. Watched the orange juice fresh pressed in front of me. We could see the staff on the floor and in the kitchen work very hard to keep up with the bustle of crowds coming and going, and still manage to give the friendliest service. Thank you guys!

Chose to come here for breakfast while visiting the area due to it being featured on Triple D. Can’t say we were overly impressed, but it wasn’t bad. Grits were hard, we’ve had better corned beef hash, and our waitress wasn’t the friendliest.

Food was great. Toast was great. Went two days in row. Will definitely try again when in city. Love the sausage gravy on my potatoes.

I love this little spot for dining in and takeout. The food is always good and the service is always great too!! My go to is always the build your own omelet, but there are so many other things I want to try. I've never been disappointed. Take out orders are super quick too.

It is nice that they have their own parking lot. And when we came inside , there is more room than I was expecting. We were greeted and seated right away. Everyone seemed very happy. Our waitress kept us updated on our order. When are food arrived, the portions were not small. A very good breakfast for your money. Also, keep an eye on your coffee cup, they are constantly trying to give you a refill. I'm happy I tried this Kelly O's. It's just as good as the one in Pines Plaza.

This is one of my go to breakfast place in Pittsburgh. It's a classic diner vibe and you can't go wrong with almost anything on the menu. The service is quick and the staff are friendly. I often get the raisin French toast which is amazing! I'm not sure why more people don't make raisin bread into French toast... it's so good! Also I had a side of bacon which was cooked well and you get like 3-4 large bacon pieces with the side which is nice.

This place is a real gem! Very glad I went! It was delicious, super old school diner vibe. Service was fast and nice staff. It does get pretty busy here and you are only seated if all your party has arrived. But I think it's totally worth it!

Decent, no real issue. I was starving so this was perfect. We sat at the bar, just felt weird not knowing where to put my big arse coat. The bar is buzzing and the ladies all worked well together and they were the epitome of what Pittsburgh reminds me of (that's a good thing.) I wanted to try this special they had with French toast and then the breakfast meats stuffed in-between - wayyyyy better than a McGriddle. Cinnamon roll was good and something everyone should try. Part of my bodyweight is cinnamon, so had to. I also appreciated the fresh squeezed orange juice mechanism in front of me at the bar.

Hamburger was raw and no effort to rectify the situation. The staff was notified and but just kept serving others without asking if we wanted a different option.

I love breakfast and this menu item had me as soon as I saw roasted red peppers! From the menu: 2 boasted eggs over hot sausage, roasted red peppers, onions, and provolone on an English muffin. You can order toast and shredded potatoes which I recommend. They blend well with the dish. The dish was incredible!!! What a fantastic menu item!!! It was so refreshing getting something different for a change. My boyfriend isnt a fan of eggs so we are always hitting diners so he can get a burger. He loved his burger and I and I had a few of his fries. I love the fries too!! They were cooked perfectly and were just the right size. We were there early so we were able to find parking in the parking lot which is a nice bonus. We can't wait to return!

Stopped here on a Sunday morning for some food - we drove past it the night before and decided to venture out for breakfast rather than our usual hotel freebie. They have their own parking lot - which we took advantage of and got lucky with a spot. There was a party waiting in front of us, despite several tables clearing out and the place being busy. We opted to sit at the bar as there were two open stools. Ordered coffee and a water. They were very busy - but I will say the weakest part of the experience was their coffee. It was quite possibly the worst coffee I've had. Tasted like hot water - no flavor at all. And I'm not even a coffee snob - my normal coffee is with dollar store creamer. Anyway - ordered the custom omelette with sausage and cheese, as well as the hashbrowns. This was very good - good amount of ingredients and plenty of eggs to it. We also shared a world famous grilled cinnamon bun which - if it isn't world famous, it is in my book. Wow. So simple but so good. Waitresses each attended Toni's with being at the bar - very friendly and attentive. Sound was pretty standard for a busy breakfast spot. Overall very good - I'll get fresh squeezed OJ next time instead.

Kelly O's over Pamelas. I have not been able to find a good diner and finally came across Kelly O's. Pancakes are perfectly fluffy and eggs are perfect. Coffee is good and prices are perfect. The waitresses are nice and friendly and I hope to be a regular for them! Food came out super fast (which was good because I was starving). The inside was clean and bright. I will make the journey from Oakland to the strip frequently for this place!

The country fried chicken and gravy were amazing, but my eggs were overcooked, and my hash browns were way undercooked. Parking was right beside the building which was nice. Service was average and the coffee was very good. I'll be back but this isn't my favorite breakfast in the strip district. The portions were normal but did fill me up.

The food was insanely good! Only reason it's not a 5/5 was due to the wait and lead kitchen manager yelling at the workers haha. It was a bit odd the way the manager was relaying orders at the servers but, she runs a tight ship. Tables near us were talking about it and we all felt uncomfortable. Wild. Maybe refrain from letting the whole restaurant hear you belittle your staff. However, the food. Top notch!! Our waitress was great and kept apologizing. Again, I get it, she runs a tight ship but damn haha

The perfect and cute little spot for a Pittsburgh breakfast right in the heart of the Strip District. I love driving to the Strip in the mornings to get a nice walk-in with some good coffee. I was impressed with the service, the quantity, AND the quality of food. I do not eat bacon or sausage, so sometimes, breakfast foods can be harder to select from. However, the menu here was vast, and the selection was good. There would be no reason for me not to want to come back.

My parents and I had such a great brunch here! There was something for everyone--both me and my dad got omelettes and my mom a BLT. Everything was amazing. Omelette was fluffy with really good toast and potatoes. We arrived around noon on a Sunday and were sat outside within 5 minutes. Our server was very sweet and moved us under an umbrella once the sun came out. Perfect laid back diner feeling with great food to match!

Is a 3-star review good or bad? How about if that review is for a diner? Kelly's is solid but nothing special. It is in my walking distance - where I've got a few breakfast spots up in Lawrenceville along with Pamela's a couple blocks away in the strip. Kelly's is slightly better than the Lawrenceville options but notably worse than Pamela's. All are in a central hump of a normal distribution - with Pam's owning the best side of things. I'm ok with this - and find it comforting compared to dinner spots that trend binomial (very good or annoyingly bad, but rarely mediocre). Even mediocre pancakes are worth a visit.

Five stars! Boy was the food delicious here. And the freshly squeezed orange juice! I've been in Pittsburgh since July and I havent found a diner that has freshly squeezed orange juice yet! I came here the Saturday after Thanksgiving. I had to wait for my whole party to be there to be seated but once my friend came, I was seated right away. The staff is kind of irritable towards each other but not so much towards the customers lol, interesting work environment. My waitress was lovely though. I ordered the country fried steak with scrambled eggs between a biscuit covered in gravy. Oh my gosh it was so good. I got it because it was a limited time special. If you are going during the season, please do yourself a favor and get this dish. They also have pumpkin flavored pancakes that are limited time. My friend ordered that and loved it. The diner has a parking lot which is great especially given its busy location in the strip. I will 100% be back here to try their shrimp and grits. They are doing a great job overall.

We stopped in as we wanted a little better breakfast than what we had at our hotel. The ambience and the food was good . The food does come out timely. I only gave it a 3 because in our experience the service felt as if they really didn't want to take care of us as a group. Our waitress reminded me of someone who just felt bothered that she got stuck serving us. Overall, if you are in the area, the cafe seems like it is a local favorite.

Food was okay. Not worth the wait. There was one server with neck tattoos that kept screaming at her other coworkers and very bossy. Our server was Sussie who was nice and attentive. Wouldn't go back.

A Pittsburgh staple! I finally was able to stop in on a Sunday morning around 8am. I sat at the counter and was brought coffee and water as quickly as I could ask for it. The service was top notch. Everyone was super friendly and attentive. I ordered the cinnamon raisin french toast with a scrambled egg on the side. The syrup for the french toast comes out hot and I really appreciated that. The egg was buttery and fluffy. The french toast was perfect. Not too sweet at all and had a nice crisp on the outside. My coffee was always full and the decor is a true diner vibe. If I'm in the strip and in the mood for a great diner breakfast, I'd come here, for sure.

Fast service but they don't let you stay at a table for longer than 20 mins. Servers are very mean and hate their jobs.

Really liked my Pittsburgh eggs Benedict and the bite I had of my mothers grilled cinnamon roll. Service was quick and efficient. We went on a very busy Sunday morning. If you love diners, this is one I wouldn't miss. The vibe is perfect! If my husband and I lived in Pittsburgh I know we would be regulars here. We will definitely be back if we ever visit Pittsburgh again.

Our last spot before leaving town, friendly staff, fast service, and great food. Also jason mamoa ate there, I dont care about jason per se... but they told me that and it's still cool haha. You gotta check this place out when you're in town!

Went there for breakfast today. Had a delicious ham and cheese omelette. It came with shredded potatoes and Italian bread toast Service was good and quick

Second visit trying their special Pittsburgh benedict, love their hollandaise cheese and pierogies! The service is quick as well, and not too much people on a snowy morning.

The wait was not too bad for a Sunday morning, maybe about 25 mins. Inside was packed, but fast-paced service. Food was really good, we were glad we waited.

Service was good even despite the fact that they screwed up our order, and we didn't even realize until later on that there was no cheese on our bacon cheeseburgers. My wife and I agreed that it was possibly the worst hamburger we've ever had in our lives - zero flavor and barely edible. Everyone else seemed to be having breakfast menu options, and those looked good, but we'll never go again.

Loved this place once I saw it. The best breakfast place in the area. The service was on point and they made me feel like I was home. Kelly O's gives a great old school vibe. I wouldn't change anything about this place.

Efficient and delicious breakfast spot in Pittsburgh. Great location as well to walk through the strip after eating. Waitress was friendly and we got our food pretty quickly. There was a short line when we got there but didn't have to wait long to be seated. No complaints at all aboutt the food, everything was delicious and flavor was great. Wish more diners or breakfast spots like this are like this!

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Kelly O's is your classic Pittsburgh diner. I am not from the area, but have been a couple times with family. It is generally no frills, but the food is always fresh and Kelly O's is a Pittsburgh staple! They are generally busy on a Saturday morning, so please expect to wait in line outside because their lobby is small. Parking is also difficult, but people move in and out during the rush so it's worth trying! They have both indoor and outdoor seating in the summer, and we had a choice of either. If you are looking for a solid, reliable experience, this is your spot.

Well we walked it about 7:30am Myself and my daughter just coming off a 12 hour shift at presby... Friendly greeter at KellyOs asked how many we said 3 because Alex was meeting us there She asks is your whole party here? No we are waiting for 1 Greeter says well you can't sit unless everyone is here. And out the door we went Only 3-4 tables actually had folks sitting the rest of the place was empty Sorry I'm not playing sitting games. I won't be back Here is a plus they do have their own parking lot Wonder if they would have told us to leave if we sat out there waiting

I'm still dreaming about the vegetarian eggs benedict. It was incredible and I would shout my praise for it from the highest rooftop if I could. The line may look intimidating, but it moves pretty fast. Service is efficient and friendly. Did I mention that the vegetarian eggs benedict is incredible?

Best diner I hit up during my Pittsburgh vacation! My wife has tried probably 30 different eggs bennys from different places. Idk why, but it's her thing. She said that the Pittsburgh Benny she had (kielbasa and pierogi) was the best she has ever had. Big words! I wasn't super hungry but I wanted to try both the home fries and the hash browns. Both were great! The service was excellent and also so fun. All the servers clearly joke and pick on each other and I loved it. I think we had one of the server's daughter as our server. She was so nice and friendly and was very quick at getting me my likely 5 or 6 iced tea refills (I was thirsty). Wonderful spot and I'm glad Guy Fieri picked them to hit up when he went to Pittsburgh!

There are several diner choices in the Strip District, but Kelly O's is my favorite. They have fresh squeezed orange juice made right when you order it! They always have really interesting and excellent daily specials on their whiteboard. Lots of crab for lent on special now. I usually just have a standard bacon and egg with home fries breakfast. I had a craving for pancakes today, so had 2 with bacon and eggs. Wow! These were the best pancakes! Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. And the maple syrup is warm! So good!

If it's good enough for the king of eats- Sir Guy Fieri it's good enough for little old me! Had a great meal here after dropping my dad off at the Pittsburgh Marathon! Loved my scramble of potatoes, eggs, onions, peppers, and i added bacon to it- topped with provolone! YUM! My bf had the country fried steak and eggs, loved the country fried steak- came with mancini bread and I also got a bagel! Great coffee here too and plenty of it flowing the whole meal Cool building and cool on the inside! Lots of photos. Liked this place a lot - this place is no yolk!

Always busy on a Saturday brunch but the line moves pretty fast and we waited for maybe 15 minutes before getting seated. Service is always friendly and nice. We got the country fried steak and Pittsburgh eggs Benedict. We also normally get our hash momoa style with gravy. Everything is good and we typically season everything a bit more with some salt and pepper to taste. They have a good selection of hot sauce which is a must bc it adds the best kick to everything. Coffee is diner coffee but free refills. Still one of our favorite diner places for breakfast and lunch and will be back!

Love this place they have the best breakfast and lunch. I recommend it to anyone. It's one of the best diners in town.

I understand why this spot frequents all the 'Pittsburgh Brunch Top Spots' lists. It's a diner vibe on the inside with photos of Guy Fieri by the entrance which, in my opinion, is always a good sign. We ordered the Pittsburgh eggs benedict with fries and the biscuits and gravy with shredded potatoes and sunny side up eggs. I don't know if the onions and peppers cost extra or not but they were a good addition I think. The biscuits and gravy were awesome, as were the eggs benedict (under the pile of hollandaise sauce is a hidden pierogi as well as the egg and toast). Really, I was delighted with each bite. The potatoes, while tasty, were a little bit soggy if I'm being honest... The diner fries more so than the shredded potatoes, but either way everyone cleaned their plates by the end of the brunch! They've also got piping hot cups of classic diner coffee - which tasted not too weak and not too strong - very good Overall I would definitely take my mom here if she were in town and I think it comes out to roughly $25 a person, give or take! Big fan O Kelly O's

I went here after I got done with a endoscopy in the morning it might been because the anesthesia didn't wear off all the way but this was the best breakfast I ever had. I cleaned my entire plate off and could have probably had seconds. Our food arrived quickly and I devoured the food even quicker! I will definitely grab breakfast here the next time I make it to the strip.

I have been meaning to try Kelly O's Diner since I heard it was featured on Diners Drive-Ins and Dives, and it did not disappoint! They had a very extensive breakfast menu, so there is definitely something for everyone to have! I went with the Famous Breakfast this morning that comes with two eggs however you want them, 3 Turkey sausage links (but you had other choices for meats such as sausage and bacon), a side of home fries (but you could've chosen a side of fruit, shredded potatoes, or bread), and Italian bread! The eggs were cooked perfectly as they weren't over done and not underdone, but had a very nice taste and texture. The home fries were super crispy (which I loved!), and it came with 4 massive pieces of Mancini's bread with butter! This breakfast was absolutely delicious and left me very full! I also had drip coffee and they give free refills! The waitress kept coming around asking if I wanted more coffee, and the only time my cup was empty was when I couldn't drink anymore! All in all this is an awesome spot in the strip district, and I can't wait to be back to try some more of the amazing food that Kelly O's has to offer!

This place is as advertised. Good food,even better service. Don't miss out on this place. Clean comfortable.

Never had, until we stepped outside away from children's hosp. for a little. My husband and I needed something else outside of the hospital food so we decided to go here. Oh how we went somewhere else and regretted it, went back to this place twice in one week. Affordable prices, food is delicious, the soup was amazing, the friendly staff and environment, to the decor everything is so nice. Our waitress the first time was super sweet. The second time we went we loved our waitress Heather and her friendless, her smile was contagious, and her attention to us really mattered. Thank you for taking care of us HD we will be back for you and the food. Sending love and light Sam+Day. Lunch menu amazing, but the breakfast menu is LIFE CHANGING! So good!

We thought we'd found our new favorite breakfast place after our first visit to the Warrendale location. It was a wonderful experience. However, we visited again in early March, and we were very disappointed. My husband's omelet was dry. My chef salad tasted only of bacon. Ugh. And I'm a bacon lover! But I did want to be able to taste the other ingredients. We will return and give them another chance. The server was very good.

Is Breakfast the most important meal of the day... It is to me and it's also my favorite meal to eat out. I found myself at Kelly O's on the strip and I perfectly timed it just after the breakfast rush. I saw that the menu had many classic breakfast items but the "specials board" on the wall was what caught my attention. I can never pass up Shrimp & Grits whenever I see it on a menu so breakfast was quickly decided. My shrimp & grits came in a nicely portioned bowl and the spices is what hit me first before it even hit the table. As soon as it hit the table the giant pool of grease the shrimp were swimming in caught my attention. Don't get me wrong I love grease, and yes fat is flavor but this was just a bit too excessive for me this morning. After using a few napkins to wick away the extra grease i dove straight in. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and were spiced nicely. The grits were also cooked perfectly with just the right amount of toothiness and bite as well as being creamy at the same time. Overall my service was fair and the prices were good for what you get, Aloha

My son and I were visiting the area before a Steelers pre-season game. We saw the outside advertising and decided to get some lunch. It was very busy. We were unaware that the diner closed at 2. But we were still seated. My son ordered a breakfast plate with scrambled eggs, 4 sausages, and pancakes. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger. They brought him a completely different dish. And told me it would be a minute. Once she left, we realized he had the wrong dish. When she came back, she picked up his plate and gave him the correct plate minus one sausage. Then he saw the plate she originally dropped at our table taken to another. Then they brought me the wrong dish also. Then, they brought me the correct one. I assume they switched mine as well. Overall, it was not a great experience, but the people were nice.

No better start to a true Pittsburgh morning than breakfast at Kelly O's Diner. Had plenty of seating outside as the weather was perfect! Service was great and very engaging which was delightful. Coffee was good and the breakfast offerings were great. Did I want the grits or the eggs Benedict? Well had neither and settled for the biscuits and gravy. Great choice and a truly large helping that made my day. The coffee kept coming and they even gave us a cup to go. Thought the prices were reasonable and not chunky like my gravy. Definitely will b we back the next time I'm in the Strip!

One of the best breakfast spots in Pittsburgh (a must see more than Pamela's in my opinion)... The line can get insanely long so be prepared for a wait or try to get in before 10:30am. Not vegan friendly but vegetarian friendly definitely. Could be wheelchair accessible but it does get very crowded on the weekends.

This was a fun stop. Food was great. I got the Pittsburgh eggs Benedict which involved a pierogi so how could that be wrong? My husband got the corned beef hash and eggs. We both loved our meals. They have freshly squeezed orange juice and fabulous coffee. Service was excellent. Meals came quickly. The place is super cute with typical diner decor.

Delicious home fries and hot sausage patty. Reasonable price and had our food within just a few minutes of ordering despite them being steady.

Incredible by all standards. From beginning to end the meal is filling, fast and delicious.

Kelly O's is a Pittsburgh staple. The food comes out hot and plentiful. The waiters are always friendly and quick! The restaurant is almost always busy, but don't let the wait deter you, the line moves fast. I often take my food to go and it holds up in the car ride. My favorite is a bacon and cheese omelette with homefries and Italian toast.