The Speckled Egg PGH

We made the mistake of showing up on race day with no reservation, but the reviews I had read made me want to wait. We waited an hour fueled by the promises of a knowledgeable staff and gluten free options…and it was well worth the wait! Let me start by saying, every single person we encountered on the staff was friendly and had a smile on their face. The host/hostess gave a proper estimate on wait time AND we watched them so gracefully handle every snappy guest complaining about wait time. (I personally couldn’t do what I watched them do lol). When it was our turn we were seated at the bar and greeted by Sampson. While everyone behind the bar was helpful, Sampson immediately asked if we had any allergy restrictions, listed everything on the menu that was gluten free or gluten free adaptable, and then double checked any questions I had with the kitchen. I don’t know that I’ve ever eaten a meal at a restaurant that I have felt more confident in. I had the yogurt, fruit, and granola bowl. Every piece of fruit was ripe, making each bite perfect. My husband had a fried chicken biscuit. He also has a raving review. He told me the friend chicken was the most flavorful fried chicken he’s had in a long time and the sauce on the sandwich was the perfect amount of tang. So in conclusion, not only was our food AMAZING, I also felt safe eating it. We aren’t from here, but will definitely be back.

We were kind of find a breakfast place our last day there and we were going to Nikki’s but they were closed and a businessman saw that we were frustrated and recommended the speckled egg in the PGH building Oh my gosh! What an amazing building and the restaurant bar is in the rotunda of the building so you get a great view of the dome inside spectacular view. We ordered breakfast and it was absolutely delicious. I honestly have to say it was one of the best breakfast I’ve ever had dining out, made me fall in love with Pittsburgh , every meal we’ve had was delicious The service was impeccable, very friendly, knowledgeable, and good at recommending food for someone who has a gluten intolerance I had the hen hash with gluten-free toast absolutely delicious!

Very friendly and courteous. Good prices and fast for being in the heart of downtown. Fluffy omelets, perfectly cooked chorizo. Great grilled cheese and other sandwiches to compliment a good brunch menu. Fantastic atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Incredible breakfast spot. The dishes are crafted beautifully with so much flavor and care. I loved the French toast, and my friend loved the country fried steak and said it was some of the best she’s had. I love coming here. Their coffee is excellent too!!!! The only con is that if you have a reservation, you still could end up waiting 15 mins for a table because it’s a small spot and they do get busy (this is what happened to us). But I always recommend this spot and the food is always so worth it.

This was legitimately the best breakfast we've ever had. The breakfast sandwich was hands down the best I've had. Every individual aspect of each dish was actually perfect, and the dishes were totally delicious. The service is lovely and homey, and it's in a very cool building with good vibes.

Fantastic Buttermilk Poppy Seed Pancakes!! Three generously-sized pancakes that were fluffy and not over-priced. This husband & wife owned local business is in the beautifully decorated Union Trust building.

Sep-21-25, we went on Sunday and we recommend make reservation… The food was delicious… 5 points to everything we ordered and very good customer service!!

I liked the breakfast so much on Wednesday I went back on Friday. It’s a beautiful spot. Great coffee! Angela was an outstanding server with a beautiful and sincere smile.

Interior of the building has amazing architecture with Speckled Egg nestled in the lobby. Friendly staff, good selection of dishes and amazing Bloody Mary's.

Cute place and busy! The food was great, the service was also. The coffee could have been better however the fresh Turmeric shot made up for it. The building where it's located is stunning.

I had a very nice experience at The Speckled Egg in Philadelphia. It's a small, cozy spot located on the main floor of the Union Trust Building, right in a busy part of town. I walked here, so I can't speak to the parking situation. The food was simple, organic, and very tasty -- fresh flavors with a clean presentation. It's definitely a place I'd recommend to anyone staying or working nearby and looking for a good local breakfast or brunch. That said, it's not necessarily somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again -- not because it wasn't good, but because once was good enough for me. Overall, a solid spot for a local or someone passing through the area.

We made reservations for three for brunch on a Saturday at 1pm and good thing we did because I heard the staff quote people a wait time of about 30 minutes. It's located inside the Union Trust Building and there's seating "outside" in the main halfway of the building, inside, and at a small bar. My Tea with the Bees cocktail was sweet but excellent and tea forward. Our food was also pretty good and I have no complaints there. They did give us one check for the three of us as an FYI which wasn't a big deal since we all had Venmo.

You have to love the ambiance of this Speckled Egg location especially if you get seated outside in view of the beautiful decor. At this location, they've previously made us wait when one person in our party was late. However, this time they did seat me while my friend ran late. I've hunted down the Shakshukas all over Pittsburgh; the one here regrettably now falls at the bottom. The "I am Kazam" had a serious issue with spice levels. I could tell the issue: someone put in too much cumin either on its own or as part of a curry powder blend. It came out with with too much latent low heat aftertaste. Kinda ruined the dish :-( Would be really hesitant in ever ordering it again. My friend had a simpler omelet, which had no issues. They were out of the juice I wanted. Friendly server but had trouble getting coffee refills. This visit was not as successful as my previous visits.

We dropped in to the Speckled Egg for breakfast as it was conveniently located across the street from our hotel. It sites in the lobby of a lovely old Pittsburgh bank building and it looked like it was going to be a good place for us to get a quick bite. The staff were young and attentive. Unfortunately, the food just wasn't that great. My wife ordered the biscuits and gravy, which she described as tasting like pot roast and gravy, not what she expected for a breakfast meal. The bagel I ordered wasn't very good either, just lackluster and flavorless. When we asked our server to split the bill with our friends, the items we ordered were mixed up and my "half" of the bill was over $50, very pricy for a mediocre breakfast.

First time in Pittsburgh and we were looking for a restaurant that serves breakfast on a Sunday. The Speckled Egg PGH was an excellent place to sit down and have breakfast. The serves was prompt and friendly. I HIGLY recommend getting a reservation as this is a popular place for breakfast.

I've eaten at this place a couple of times now. The location is very convenient, clean, really relaxing, a chill vibe. Also, this location was used in movies. The customer service (mostly two server, unfortunately, I forgot their names) were top tier. I've had Through the Garden, Home fries, the Poppy seed pancake, the turmeric shot as well as the root juice. Everything was delicious except for the Poppy seed pancake, that was horrible. For the price of everything, regarding what it was, the quality and taste of the food, it was a little expensive. The more I went the quality decreased. What made me stop going was due to that and I found hair in my food the last time. That was unacceptable.

Delicious. I just had scrambled eggs - but they were accompanied by great maple sausage. I also got a side of grits. The place was hopping on a Sat morning.

Stopped in for a quick breakfast and was quickly greeted and served by a friendly staff. We wanted something light and were very happy with our selections. I ordered the bagel with lox and my wife got the avocado toast. She also really enjoyed the dirty chai latte. Worth the stop for a quick breakfast or lunch.

Great breakfast place! Eggs were good, bacon was done perfectly and service was great!

Finally returned to The Speckled Egg! We made a reservation online. I would recommend because it was crowded the entire time we were there! The host was nice and accommodating Our food was delicious, though portions were small so the menu did seem a bit overpriced Our service was a tad slow. It took awhile to get our check Parking is not ideal at this location, you will need to find a garage nearby

One of the best breakfast/brunch spots in downtown. Really cool setup inside the Union Trust Building. The food is all delicious. The patty melt and grilled cheese are two of my favorites. It is also a good spot for happy hour. Their happy hour menu has the best nuggets you will ever have. Really good ranch as well.

Gorgeous presentation A Chicken salad was amazing. A Service was good B Cute downtown place!

Excellent food in a lovely venue. Here in Pittsburgh for a few days and really enjoyed the brunch this morning. Yum.

Another amazing meal at TSE. This was one of the first restaurants I went to when I moved downtown - it's been awhile, but omg it's still just as delicious as ever. Their patty melt is the perfect brunch order for the super hungry, savory lover! I really love the sweetness of the bread and butter pickles too. I usually order their TSE breakfast sandwich with bacon. The bun is always PERFECT and i love the sauce they use. I also have always been a fan of their many pressed juice options. They even have kombucha!

Speckled Egg is just great. This is right inside the Union Trust Building with table and bar seating. French toast was soft and crispy, and the brown butter and syrup with it took it to another level. The herbed sausage had plenty of flavor too. Server and hosts were very pleasant and welcoming. Nothing not to love about this place - be sure to check it out for breakfast / brunch if near.

Location was a bit awkward to find but it's inside of a cool old building. It feels a little like you're in the hallway of a business but the decor is gorgeous and there's a huge chandelier above. I ordered the Hens Hash and the Speckled Egg spritz. Everything was delicious, service was efficient and kind. Definitely get a reservation, they get busy.

Last day in Pittsburg and final meal of our trip was at the Speckled Egg. Great spot inside a beautiful office building which oozed history. We were kindly greeted and sat promptly. It was a Wednesday morning around 9 so it wasn't too busy. My friend ordered an omelette, another the patty melt and I had to try the fish sandwich. Yum!!! Everything was delicious but the patty melt was the star of the show. We were glad we had to walk back to the hotel afterwards because the meal was filling and huge portions. Will come back on our next trip to Pittsburgh.

Found this place randomly doing a breakfast food search on a long weekend in Pittsburgh. Both dishes we got were delicious although we both preferred the toad in the hole with goat cheese. Staff was great, we would def come back.

Oh babe salad is good but expensive... I paid a total of $26 for it and it was basically like a side salad and they forgot the broccolini..

The Speckled Egg is in the beautiful Union Trust Building in Pittsburgh, PA. The architecture rocks! I ordered The Nester, which has eggs with goat cheese, greens, fine herbs, and crab meat. The dish is a stroke of genius - two perfectly cooked eggs nestled in toast with a hole cut out, paired with a fresh green salad. The combination is amazing! The atmosphere at The Speckled Egg is lively because it's in a high rise with many passerbys, making it an ideal spot for people-watching. If you're in Pittsburgh, The Speckled Egg is a must-visit for a delicious and inventive meal in a bustling setting.

It's not a bad place but I feel like my order could've been better. I came here in the morning and placed an order to-go. I did this because most of the seating was taken up and I didn't really feel like waiting. I ordered the avocado toast and the lox on the side. The order took a little while to be ready to-be-honest. Additionally, the avocado toast had some salt crystals sprinkled on it but I feel like it was very overpowering. I had to pick through it to remove as many as I could, to make it more edible. The lox on the other hand was delicious. Maybe next time I'll try something else on the menu but avocado toast wasn't it this time around.

Great food with great portions. A really sweet location inside of a historical building. Service was good. Food was better. I had the grilled cheese and it was so melty and had a tomatoe bisque to dip in. Great spot for a simple lunch. Not a whole lot of options that aren't basically the same.

Service was good at the bar, polite and friendly. Not much of an ambience in the main floor of the union building but comfortable. The food was tasty but a bit expensive. The drinks were good. Bloody Mary had just enough kick. I had the Millennial Toast with crab and wife had the brown butter French toast with a side of bacon. Interesting sounding menu, but pretty typical of breakfastonce served.

This will quickly become a staple of our visits to Pittsburgh and undoubtedly a tradition when we stay there. Firstly the atmosphere is incredibly and unique like no other breakfast restaurant you've been to... guaranteed. The staff are friendly and were quick to answer and questions either of us had regarding the food and drink menu! Our food came out quickly and the prices were certainly reasonable, we hope to be back very soon!

GREAT Patty's melt! Good prices. Friendly staff. I'll be back soon. Waited about 10 minutes for an iced tea refill otherwise everything was great.

I visited here because I wanted to have something healthy for breakfast quickly. This place is located in a beautiful building in the downtown of Pittsburgh. The root juice was served immediately after I asked it and it was delicious. The soup contained a lot of vegetables, which was good for a traveler. The turmeric chicken salad was a good source of protein and was delicious. This place was a good option for breakfast!

set the location of this is a little weird. It's inside a building and so while you were waiting for a table, you were just kind of hanging out inside the building beautiful spot though. They were extremely busy the day that we were there and I did have a reservation we still had to wait about 15 minutes before we got a table. The service was slow. It took us a long time to get our drinks and then to get our food ordered again. They were extremely busy and the staff that was there was so nice and so helpful.The food was great. The brunch menu is what we ordered off of. We also each had a bloody Mary with their infused spicy tequila so good and can't wait to go there again.

Located inside the Union Trust Building downtown. Great neighborhood diner whipping up omelets, sandwiches, cocktails and espresso in a super friendly atmosphere. This location has a to-go coffee area as well as a full bar and regular dining-style seating. Tried the Hen's Hash which is two eggs, your way- I did over easy, potatoes, Brussel sprouts, sweet potatoes, red onion, mushroom served with toast. This dish was amazing, perfect portion, perfect flavor combo. Really enjoyed this dish.

Went here with a friend while she was visiting me from Arizona. We met up with her friend that lives downtown. The place is gorgeous with great views of the atrium. Service was impeccable and friendly. I loved their coffees - lattes and cappuccinos are delicious. I ordered the I Am...Kazaam and a side of bacon. It was just ok. Part of the problem is it was not hot enough which was surprising since it looks to be in a cast iron skillet. My friend ordered the eggs Benedict with a side of potatoes. Honestly, the potatoes were DELICIOUS, lol. Totally unexpected but whatever spices they use or oil is a phenomenal combination. I will go back to try something different for sure. Overall, I recommend!

Overly priced for average! All I got was an iced Carmel latte and a normal Egg/cheese/sausage sandwich with egg whites.... I was charged almost $25! That's actually insane! The basic sandwich isn't on the menu I had to ask but the latte is $6 then they charge you for a flavor. Nothing special I wouldn't go back with these prices.

Great breakfast/brunch spot. Definitely recommend the home fries for the table! My go to has been the French toast, but every visitor I bring has tried something different and enjoyed it. Service was great and the building it is in is incredible. The vines are good. Make sure to look up!

Food was great & service was quick! We were sat right on time for our reservation & the food came out promptly as well. Tons of options for people with all different wants/tastes, and full on a game day morning! I'd give a 4.5 if possible, only docking .5 of a point because the ambiance could have been a smidge better. But I would totally come back!

Place is within the Union Trust Building. Beautiful historic building. It was 1015a on a Thursday and the hostess asked if we had reservations. We didn't, so we weren't seated until after 1045a-1050a. Seating inside with some tables, bar top, and seating alongside the restaurant within the lobby of the building. Two single stall bathrooms. Bathrooms have on the door a gender neutral sign and then have a men sign or women sign next to it. So not sure, little confusing? Menu is hipster type food. Breakfast, lunch, and drinks. Our waiter was fine, refilled our coffees. Ordering to getting our food took forever, at least a 35 minute + wait time for breakfast food. Our server didn't apologize for the long wait time or acknowledged it. Thank goodness we didn't have somewhere to be. I got the French toast with a side of sausage and it was very good. The bread is normal sliced bread, no thick brioche or thick toast. The jam and syrup was great. The maple sage sausage had lots of flavor. My husband got the classic - so eggs, toast and a protein. The wait time just put a bad taste in my mouth. Not worth the wait unfortunately.

I had such a great experience at The Speckled Egg! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm and inviting. The menu is creative and full of comfort food with a twist. I ordered the Savory French Toast, and it was absolutely delicious--fluffy, flavorful, and unlike anything I've had before. The coffee was strong. Service was friendly and efficient, even though the place was busy. You can tell the staff really works as a team and wants guests to feel taken care of.

If you are ever nearby the Union trust building and needing some upscale breakfast, this is your spot. The building is absolutely breathtaking, and the food was upscale and different from your typical breakfast spot. I got the Nestor, and definitely enjoyed it. However, our server seemed a bit out of touch and we had to ask her for a couple of basic items. Despite this, I would definitely go back. We had to wait about 30 minutes for a table, but there is so much to see in that building that it's no problem! Definitely a great little spot!

Recently had a delish brunch at TSE! You definitely need a reservation on the weekends so plan ahead! I had the goat omelette & my friends split the poppyseed pancakes. Both were excellent, but those pancakes really hit the spot. I had an espresso martini to top it off!

I met my two girlfriends here for a Sunday brunch. I had been here before and always had a good experience. This was their first time here. The place was packed when we arrived, so I was glad we had reservations. They like to wait for your entire party to be there before they seat you. Our waiter was Ethan and he was the absolute best. He was funny, attentive and very helpful with our many questions. I had the Bloody Mary to start and it was perfectly spiced. I had the Ted Lasso omelette, it had ham, cheddar cheese, poblano peppers and red onion. It had a good kick with the peppers and the ham was thick cut. My one friend had the egg sandwich and subbed out the onion poppyseed bun for sourdough. My other friend had the hens hash. We all really enjoyed our meals. The only thing I wish was different was our table placement. They have tables inside the restaurant and outside in the main area of the building. The union trust building is gorgeous but I would have liked to sit inside.

Overall a great place to eat in Pittsburgh for Breakfast. My wife and I arrived here right as they opened and ate. Service was very quick and the food tasted excellent. However the overall ambiance of this restaurant really sells the place. This restaurant is located in an old historical Pittsburgh building that is a charm to just walk around and explore. This is a must-stop for anyone visiting the Pittsburgh area for breakfast.

Absolutely amazing breakfast spot. It's in a renovated historic building and has a wonderful atmosphere. It's a small space with attentive staff, and excellent food. I kept it simple with a classic breakfast with eggs and toast but that multi grain bread is delish! It seems like a good place to have a reservist, but as a solo traveler I was lucky to get a seat at the bar. I highly recommend!

Fabulous food!! Very Professional and attentive service. Food was very good Enjoyed it all.

Meh, I wasn't impressed by this place at all. I came with a couple of friends of mine for brunch on Saturday. With a reservation we waited about 5 minutes to be seated. I ordered a cappuccino which arrived half an hour later. The ambience was hotel-like. Nothing to brag about. Food was average as well. I ordered eggs Benedict and was not very pleased with the quality of hollandaise sauce. It lacked something significant and was overly greasy. The bread was average as well. My friends, on the other hand, mostly enjoyed their meals. They also liked the availability of juices. Our service was average as well although the waitress seemed very nice. Overall, I don't think I would go back.

Cute brunch spot in downtown Pittsburgh. This place serves up plates that feel really healthy and clean. It's not your typical American brunch! Would definitely recommend making a reservation if you can. We didn't have one (party of 4) and had to wait quite a long time on a Friday around noon to get seated. Even then, we couldn't get seated inside the actual restaurant itself -- we were seated outside in the main hall area (this restaurant is located within the Union Trust building) which felt pretty disconnected from the rest of the restaurant unfortunately. Ambiance was eh because of this. Food was great though -- tasted very fresh -- and they were really nice about making substitutions and accommodations. Recommend the Hen's Hash! I love brussels sprouts and have never seen them on a brunch menu before :)

Good place to go if you want breakfast, lunch or brunch Downtown, My husband and I joined my cousin and her husband for the latter. I agree with Kyle C (below) on the atmosphere, however the service and food more than make up for it. I went for the "Where Reuben Been All My Life?" omelette. I've always been one for a good Reuben. My cousin, in more of a sammich mode, went for the "T.S.E. Breakfast Sando". Her guy went a little bit more simple with the Goat Omelette. My husband went for the Buttermilk Poppy Seed Pancakes. Never having eaten a poppy seed pancake before, I sampled his. I am definitely getting that one next time I'm here (and taking enough insulin to cover it)!

Wanted breakfast and I was pretty hungry so I took the advice of the waitress and got the omelet and a kids side of pancakes...it was so much food I couldn't finish it and I always clear my plate! The food was amazing, I really enjoyed the flavor of the omelet and the pancakes were very fluffy and delicious. I would for sure come back here if I wanted another filling breakfast!

The atmosphere is always a buzz at the Downtown Speckled Egg location. The beautiful building adds to the charm of the restaurant itself. I really like their eggs Benedict, that is always my go to at the Speckled Egg. The crab cake version is very decadent while delicious for breakfast. I am also a huge hot sauce fan and they make their own version which is pretty unique but good. I also have always enjoyed good service here. Tip: Book a reservation in advance for weekend brunch as they are typically always fully booked.

The speckled egg is yummy. They serve classic brunch dishes and a couple fun/specialty ones as well! Giving it 4 starts because it's a good spot to go to and will satisfy your brunch craving, not a 5 because it wasn't anything crazy special/crazy delicious.

Our group of four had breakfast here recently. It was a short walk from our hotel & the younger girl's apartment. It was very crowded when we arrived, and we were quoted a 30 minute wait. However, we were seated in about 15 minutes, so not too bad at all. Amazingly diverse menu, and they were super accommodating for one person in our party who has celiac and eats gluten free. My daughter chose the brown butter French toast and bacon and loved it. The rest of our party chose pancakes, an egg white omelette, and toast with bacon. Service was good. Our only issue was that two of us ordered specialty drinks which never came. However, they were on the bill, so that took a few minutes to resolve.