Walter's BBQ Southern Kitchen

Pulled up to Walter’s on a Saturday for a late lunch/early dinner, and the vibe was solid. Live DJ spinning during the day gave the space some energy. We ordered The Sandman from the “From the Smoker” section, which came stacked: brisket, ribs, pulled pork, jalapeño cheddar sausage, three sides, and two cornbread. Best protein on the plate were the ribs and pulled pork—flavorful and well-cooked. The brisket was a miss for me: overcooked and dry. Sausage was fine, but didn’t stand out. Sides were mixed. Collard greens and cornbread were good. Mac & cheese could’ve hit harder—needed more depth and creaminess. Fries were also good, and the BBQ sauces were solid across the board, adding nice flavor. Drinks weren’t bad either. Note: it gets busy on a nice Saturday night, and the kitchen seems to close before 11pm. So if you’re planning a late visit, time it right.

We spent an afternoon at Walter’s drinking, laughing, and trading the kind of stories that only surface when the air is warm, the glasses are full, and the company feels like family. We spoke of how we met the lovely couple, and how we’d soon gather to celebrate them beneath that soft Pittsburgh light that makes even time hold its breath. And then there was Kaitlin & Sadie, queens of Walter’s! They served us the moon and the stars reminiscent of the original Bruce, our Bruce also known as Robert The Bruce. They didn’t simply serve us; they tended to us with laughter, with grace, with that rare light that turns a table into a memory. They kept us nourished, hydrated, and impossibly happy. Some people bring food and drink; others bring joy. They brought both💎. May the Gods bless you, Walter and your Bar & Grill, the home we never expected, yet found ourselves in exactly when we needed it most. That hour was golden, the kind of gold that doesn’t fade with the sunset, but lingers in the heart. It was the golden hour. The best hour. The forever Silverman hour. We will never forget 10.11.25 (between 1:30 pm and- 2:30 pm) 🕶️

Visited on 07/18/2025 (Saturday) Came to tour around Pittsburgh and was in the mood for some BBQ. Came with my girlfriend, brother and his girlfriend, at around 4PM. The menu looked intriguing and it was fairly priced. It wasn’t too busy, and there were plenty of servers around. Ours wasn’t as attentive as we liked to. There were two instances where we left the table to find our server to try and get help. Outside of our specific server, the rest of the staff were friendly and attentive to us. The food came our table relatively quickly and the atmosphere was generally great, with playing 2010’s classic hits that was easily enjoyable. The food was good, the brisket was definitely a standout. The mac and cheese was surprisingly good, and the pulled pork was good a nice eat as well. The baked potato was packed, the mashed potatoes were delicious, and the potato salad was also surprisingly good. It was a bit disappointing for a BBQ place to only offer two types of BBQ sauce, a house sweet and a house spicy. The sweet was better on the taste buds, and the spicy tasted like it wasn’t trying to ease into the buffalo sauce side. The spicy wasn’t particularly spicy, either. Overall, it was a good eat for BBQ in Pittsburgh. We paid around $30 per person after sides and soft beverages. Would recommend it if you’re craving it when in the area.

Walter's BBQ Southern Kitchen was an amazing 5-star experience for my family! I was a bit unsure at first because they seemed to be nudging customers towards using tech. The menu and ordering process is all done through a website. I had to check out the menu, place my order, pay, and then someone brought the food to my table. It turned out to be easier than I expected. They have a massive menu, but unfortunately, a lot of the dessert options were either not available or sold out. The side dishes are all a la carte, so you can build your own meals. Prices were a tad higher than other similar spots in the area, but the quality of the food definitely made it worth it. The food was flavorful and absolutely scrumptious. The outdoor dining vibe was chill and serene. There were outdoor games to keep you entertained, plus TVs and music. I really liked all the powerful fans placed around the restaurant to keep everyone cool. I'm looking forward to visiting this place again soon!

This BBQ restaurant came highly recommended for the food and great service and it lived up to our expectations! The place was jumping and had such a great vibe! Chill! Make a reservation and come hungry! Smoked brisket and pulled pork were our favorites! Portions are just right but good luck trying to finish your meal. You will be full! Nice drink and beer selection too. (You will want to avoid the tables with stools!)

One of the best restaurants I’ve been to in Pittsburgh! Excellent service, a pleasant atmosphere, and truly spectacular food. We ordered a dish full of amazing flavors — simply incredible. We’ll definitely be coming back. I’m really glad I discovered this place.

The food was absolutely amazing. We had the candied bacon and chips and salsa. Both very good. Wife got the smash burger...HUGE!!!! Me and the son split the the Sandman Box. Pulled pork, ribs, brisket, cheddar jalapeño sausage and 3 sides with corn bread. Abby had the chicken and waffles. Ton of food for a great price. The service was amazing as well. Highly recommend!!!!!

We happened upon Walter’s last night after a great show at the Thunderbird Cafe. We were surprised to find that most of the restaurants had closed their kitchens, but Walters was open for 20 more minutes. We were hesitant to sit down for a meal that close to closing, but the bartender immediately assured us we were welcome. The server also made sure we didn’t hesitate to order anything off the menu, and genuinely seemed happy we were there. We ordered smoked BBQ wings and candied bacon as an appetizer. Both delicious. My partner ordered the Lunch Box with the fatty brisket, collard greens, and fries. Those collard greens were to die for!!! I ordered the breakfast sandwich plus brisket. When the server brought our food, the chef immediately stopped over to offer me a side because the sandwich was small (I did not complain, he saw this and offered immediately). I added coleslaw. The sandwich was delicious and the brisket was extremely tender and flavorful. Throughout our dinner, the chef stopped by a few times to check in on us and was extremely accommodating and great to talk to. Our server (I wish I remembered her name!) gave us some of the most professional service I’ve ever had at a restaurant. We were so glad we found this place! Great food, great service, and when it came time to pay the bill, we were pleasantly surprised with great prices. Don’t skip checking this place out, and make sure you order the collard greens!!!

First time dining at Walter's. Decided to go with the fried chicken sandwich and a side of potato salad. Sandwich was good. Would have greatly benefited from more sauce. Probably wouldn't order again as I'd definitely prefer one of their bbq sandwiches over this. Potato salad was pretty standard. Also tried some brisket and pork belly. Both were tasty. Really enjoyed their bbq sauce as well. Overall, nice lil spot. Beers were cold. Food was decent. Our waitresses were great as well. Wouldn't mind coming back for some more bbq soon.

Walter's is easily one of my favorite spots in Pittsburgh. The brisket queso fries are my go-to every single time, and they never miss. The vibe is always chill and welcoming, and I love that I can bring my puppy without any issues. It's a great weeknight hangout and a fun late-night spot on the weekends. The drinks are a bit pricey, but the quality and atmosphere make it worth it. If you're looking for good food, good energy, and great service. Highly recommend.

What a great spot for lunch on a gorgeous November day! Our group of 13 was served well. The candied bacon was a treat and so good! I had the lunchbox special with pulled pork, Brussels sprouts, Mac & cheese, and cornbread. I give it all two thumbs up. Servers were attentive and did a great job with our group. Looking forward to going back!

There aren't many vegetarian options here. I understand that Southern food isn't vegetarian friendly, but it would be nice to have the option to customize some of the meals with plant-based proteins. I had the bowl, that's displayed in the picture, and it wasn't very good. The rice to veggie ratio was not good and even the cilantro lime sauce didn't help with the flavor. I thankfully got a side of Mac and Cheese and that was the best part of the meal. The beer was pretty good though. The waiter was nice and super friendly though! The outside area is pretty nice even in the cold months as there are heaters to keep you warm. Not sure if I'd come back for the food, but maybe for a casual drink.

The food at Walter's is amazing, and the staff and management are fantastic. Had a large order and they fulfilled it perfectly and double checked to make sure everything was right. They have their own parking lot and heated outdoor seating, very nice restaurant for takeout or eating in!

Ordered out because the crowd anytime I've walked past has been a little outside my vibe, though it looks like a fun place for college kids. I got the brisket queso and loved it! Even before opening the food, the smell was fantastic and the taste was so savory and delicious, highly recommend

Back again with another Walter's review. My friend and I recently met up at Walter's for one of their Tuesday movie nights. The service was much better than the last time I visited. We found a seat outside. Food and drink ordering is still available via QR code, which makes it easy. They had a few food and drink specials for the movie night, so I ordered a soft pretzel (which came with their delicious queso) and a tequila cocktail. Our items came out quick. The movie night was okay. The volume was not up so it made it very hard to hear the movie. There were also people playing games right in front of us so it made it hard to see the movie. Besides that, the vibes are always great at Walter's.

Amazing service. As a now Texan, the bbq is pretty decent for an east coast bbq, though I've had better in PA. The guys did forget to give us some sausage from our order, but the server was nice enough to help us out. Brisket queso fries were great. They use battered fries! The candied bacon was my favorite. The sides could've been better.

Walter's is the spot to go for their happy hour deals and patio vibes. I love how kid and dog friendly this place is. It can get a bit hectic during busy hours and the wait for food can be long. The happy hour tacos are only $2 each which is a steal! The pork belly and brisket tacos are fantastic. Come early if you want to claim a large outdoor table or else you may have to wait a while.

I stopped into Walter's Southern Kitchen for Lunch on a Tuesday. There were a couple of other folks there, but it was otherwise pretty quiet. I get the impression that this is more of a dinner/night-spot kind of place. I sat at the bar, and the barmaid was very friendly and attentive. The bar, however, was a little sticky and the place had a less than clean smell to it. I ordered a brisket sandwich with fries, and was told that I could have it one of two ways: sliced without sauce, or chopped and tossed with hot sauce. I went with the latter. The brisket was decent, but there was not a lot of it and the sauce was not spicy or hot. The fries were also a disappointment. They were frozen processed fries, and I expected something better from a place that obviously knows who to prepare stuff from scratch. They also had an odd kind of "artificial" taste that I couldn't nail down. Overall, the place wasn't awful, and they have a great location and friendly staff, but based on my admittedly small sample, the food needs some improvement in my opinion.

We loved it! Food, service, and the place is awesome!! We brought our dog and the lady brought him water right away. This is the right place to go with family or friends. We'll be back for more!

I rock with Walter's they're open pretty late to be on Butler Street. I love that they show sports on the TV and have nice music and yard games making this place great for gathering. It does however get really crowded making it hard to find somewhere to eat your food. I always go straight for the chicken sandwich with no bacon and their Mac and cheese. I was a bit confused when I bit into the cornbread once and it had jalepenos in it. It was a bit of a no Bueno for me. The service is okay but sometimes you can see the frustration of the employees on the busier days. Drinks are a bit affordable and when people ask me how to describe Walter's I say it's like a restaurant if most of it was outside.

Mostly outdoor BBQ joint with some indoor seating. Food came super fast - within 5 minutes of ordering. We liked the pulled pork, Mac & cheese, and queso. The jalapeno sausage had good flavor but was kind of mushy. Service was fine. Would go back for the pork!

I'm so excited to have a good bbq spot on Butler plus they have outdoor seating which is chefs kiss. The potato salad was an interesting mustard color which made me hesitate because I'm not a mustard fan but it turned out to be my favorite side dish. I'm a sucker for whipped butter so theirs with the jalapeño corn bread is my guilty pleasure. I've gotten the lean brisket twice and the fatty brisket once and the fatty brisket had a bigger portion than the lean pieces. I'll have to go back and keep trying both to increase my sample size- for research purposes but also because I love this place.

I was in town for a bodybuilding show, and I always do my due diligence for food when traveling. I don't want mediocre food; I want incredible food. I've had a lot of ribs and pork belly in my 55 years, but I decided to make myself miserable on 3 things that I just didn't want to stop eating at Walter's because it was so damn good: 1. The ribs. They fell apart, and I stopped only when I couldn't eat anymore. They were divine. 2. The pork belly was the most moist and fatty pork belly I've ever had. It just couldn't have been any better. I doubt I will find pork belly this good without going back to Pittsburgh. 3. The cornbread with whipped honey butter. I was disappointed when I asked if they had a dessert menu and was told they had no desserts... until I had the cornbread. Absolutely insanely good. I called it quits after 1 pound of ribs, half pound of pork belly, 2 sides of candied bacon, 4.5 pieces of cornbread, side of collard greens, side of coleslaw, and a side of potato salad. Had I had pockets, I would have ordered more and taken it with me. If there is better BBQ in Pittsburgh, I would be shocked. Pictured is only my first order (minus the candied bacon because I ate that before realizing I needed to take a picture).

The service was excellent and the food was awesome. we went for brunch and enjoyed it thoroughly. I would highly recommend the restaurant.

First time here. We had the big salad with brisket and chopped brisket sandwich with mustard potato salad. Our waitress Jada was excellent and had no issues asking the kitchen a couple of allergy related questions. I thought the portions were great and the prices were fair! So many table games available and tomorrow is movie nite, they're playing Top Gun Maverick.

I usually come here past midnight on the weekends, but one evening I decided to try their food. I got a pulled pork sandwich and everything was surprisingly good. Fries were excellent and service was great.

Great BBQ and a great outdoor vibe. The Lunchbox special gives you your choice of meat, 2 sides, and cornbread. Only one complaint: if you order ribs you only get two ribs. You read that right, only TWO ribs. The price for the special is fair for what you get, but I think a few extra dollars for a bit more meat would be a better pricing option. We split two lunchbox specials and had ribs, brisket, brussels, mashed potato, mac and cheese, and fries. Everything was tasty and met expectations. The cornbread was jalapeno cornbread, but that wasn't clearly advertised in the menu. This left my wife unable to eat her cornbread (she doesn't handle heat well).

Joel the owner was attentive. The ribs were meaty and tender. Yummy...I would and will be taking friends, family. The ambience is nice and the staff did a great job taking care of customers

We went to Walter's for a dinner and they had a variety of options to choose from. The service was quick and not bad. The restaurant itself was warm and fairly large with plenty of TVs to watch. They even had an outside seating area for when the weather is warmer. The food came out hot and it was pretty good!

We had the half pound of brisket which wasn't bad not great for the amount of money it was. We had the mac and cheese before and it seemed better than this time and I thought we even got more this seemed like a very small amount for $6 and didn't have a lot of flavor. The service was good though

3 words. Sunday Fun Day! Walter's is the best spot for a sunny day in the burgh! Tons of outdoor seating, so many drink options, and AMAZING food. We spent hours and hours of our Sunday here, and this summer is only getting started! The brisket on the fries was awesome, melts in your mouth. The chicken sandwich had so much flavor. We couldn't stop ordering cornbread and biscuits for the table. All around a great day thanks to this spot !

I've been here before and the food is decent. My teenager went with his grandmother, he has a gluten intolerance/ celiacs. She called ahead, and also when there they asked about wheat being in the brisket tacos he ordered. His server assured them that she understood the allergy and there were no wheat ingredients, used corn tortillas, etc. My teenager is not super sensitive, and very diligent about managing this, it's been over a year and many restaurants internationally since the last issue. But that changed today, he threw up his entire lunch over the course of a miserable afternoon. I can't tell from other reviews if this is a consistent issue, or came down to one careless person and bad luck today. I hope the restaurant will take some measures to do better, and if you're a gluten-conscious diner I would be quite cautious here.

A great place for tasting Texas style barbecue while being surrounded by young people having a good time. You have to order on your phone. So, not a good place for the tech illiterate. But the online ordering process just fastens the ordering process and makes it easy to split checks. That's what many of the young diners would like. I ordered pork belly and brisket. Both were delicious. The beer was also awesome. No dessert on my he menu! The service was fast and friendly. Overall, great food, fast service, good for a casual hangout with friends, especially the young ones. Not good for formal events or for older people. We enjoyed our visit and will get back as soon as we crave good barbecue.

I tried Walter's Easter weekend as I was visiting my Mom I purchased the fatty brisket, Mac and cheese and potato salad. Upon entering restaurant is clean, music playing bar in the middle and seating throughout the rest of the restaurant. Music playing and to go orders had to be placed at the bar. Bartender was professional, courteous and answered all our questions and if she wasn't sure she went to the kitchen and asked. After placing our order the food came out in 6 minutes. The brisket was full of flavor, tender (melt in your mouth) the macaroni and cheese was made well however needed some seasoning upon adding seasoning ...delicious. The potato salad I am not a fan of due the amount of mustard, and flavoring was not to my liking. Lastly, I would recommend Walter's and I definitely will try more food choices when I go home to Pittsburgh again.

I apologize in advance. Awe, had a real nice lunch at Walter's pulled pork was no fish! Forgot about christianity while here. I wondered why there was so much fish on the menu. Let's focus on the delicious savory meats that were presented. The Bloody Mary that brought me to sheer happiness, and the lovely ambience that was unexpected for such a random snowy day. Edit, we ate well Lunchbox Special Coleslaw Walter's Special Sauce Collard Greens

This place has great food! They do a pretty good brunch in town and we loved their fried chicken and waffles and biscuits and waffles. You can tell they brine their chicken and the breading is very well seasoned. I do like things peppery though. The chicken and biscuits can get a bit messy and the plate wasn't big enough for all of it. When my friend cut into their egg, it almost went onto the table. I really like their brisket here too. This time the brisket sandwich was only ok, but I think the slices of brisket might be better than chopped brisket. There is not a whole lot of service here since you order on your phone after scanning a QR code. There's really only someone bringing your food to you and that's really it. However, the process to order and check out was really seamless. I actually liked that a lot. It was a rainy cold day when we went and there was limited seating inside. We didn't love the bar top seating especially since we reserved standard seating on Open Table and our party had a dog with us. Love that this place is dog friendly! It was just hard to have the dog there while sitting at the bar top. They have a lot of outdoor seating so it would be great for a nice day. They also have mimosas and bloody Mary's on their menu too. It's a little confusing when entering because there's no hostess to really tell you what's going on. But overall, a very nice spot for brunch and whenever you're craving bbq.

Mmm some of the best bbq in Pittsburgh! Very cute space with games and outdoor seating. Everything we got was delicious. Fatty Brisket, wings, pulled pork, Candied Bacon, Mac & Cheese, Fries, Cornbread, and ribs all came out hot and mouth watering. You scan a barcode to order. Service was a little slow though. The selection of drinks was nice to pick from as well. Get there early before it gets too crowded!

We came when it was fairly empty. Not only did the food take over an hour to come out, but they simply didn't care about the quality of the food being served. The paper used to smash the burger patty was glued between the patties of the burger and killed my appetite when I saw it sticking out without a care in the world. The sausage felt almost cured and there was not a semblance of snap to be had. Brussel sprouts were delicious though.

Favorite weekend spot in Pittsburgh. Such a fun time on a sunny day! Brisket Mac and cheese is amazing, you can order from QR codes and they bring it right to your table. There's corn hole, connect 4, and jenga to play as well, it's a great spot for an evening out!

I love going to Walter's in the summer, the atmosphere is always on point and high energy! I love the Mac and cheese and of course fries!

Walters is fine. It's more of a bar than anything- drinking and sports is the priority here. Depending on what you get the food is hit or miss ; can't say it's gonna be a banger every time. I've had stuff that was good, then stuff that wasn't. I remember the Mac and cheese being a bit dry and flavorless, the chicken a little dry too.

The host seated us in a covered portion to avoid the rain which was appreciated. At the time we had to request a server , but unclear if we were seated to an unassigned area. I enjoyed the brisket nacho loaded fries. And they had great barbecue sauce options. This place overall is a laid back space and street parking is available

It's hit our miss. One time I go on the food and bartender is great. I went last Saturday and the bartender basically tried to say I was lying about what I had ordered last time... and also said you get whatever is on the line when I asked for fatty brisket.... Poor service behavior... all she had to say is she will see if they have any fatty brisket left.... My meal was mediocre and I will not be returning. She asked if I wanted to take my food home when I ate less than half of it.... The other bartender I had previously was there and you could tell she tried to make up for the others poor attitude....

I think this is the largest meal I've ever been served (and ordered whoops) in my life. Needless to say portions are beyond generous. I got queso with brisket which was great and the chips were so thin and crunchy. The pulled pork with both bbq sauce options was also a high light. The mac n cheese was super cheesy and i love breaded fries although these were a tad salty for me personally. Overall great meal, very very fair price, and nice and friendly staff. The atmosphere is also super cool and I love that there was a dog chillin next to me. Definitely a place to check out!

The brisket was super dry with no seasoning. The bbq sauce had a weird tang to it. From the time I ordered my food until I got my food was 25 mins

Went to this restaurant on March 21st 2025 at 8pm on a Friday an ordered their smoke Half chicken and I didn't like it at all but it came with Mac and cheese and that was nasty there Greens taste like they weren't cooked with love an the cornbread is horrible , but there service is top tier I give Walters from a scale from 1-10 a 4

I love Walter's! It's a great spot to hang out with friends, watch games, and eat some good bbq. We were able to snag a great seating area that had swings, benches, and giant Yahtzee. The service is quick, and the QR code ordering on your tables makes it so you don't have to fight your way up to the bar to order food/drinks. We tried the pulled pork, fries, and collard greens. The collards are so good that we ended up ordering more! The bar has a good beer selection, I just wish they had descriptions on their menu beyond just the beer names because it made it kind of difficult to know what I would like. Overall, though, this is a fun spot and I will definitely be back! Food: A- Drinks: B- Service: A- Ambiance: A-

My husband and I come here frequently. It's really nice in the summer when you can sit outside. The bbq is always delicious and we always get great service!

The food was good the person taking the order's was a cool guy and the entire ambiance of the establishment was just all around good

I've been coming to Walter's for years now and was blown away by Haylie's customer service, friendliness, and attention to detail. She went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of not just this time, but consistently every time we visit. Having formerly worked in the service industry, I appreciate good employees like Haylie who prioritize customers. Walter's would be smart to keep scheduling her for all the rush hours. If you see her, request her special spicy pineapple mojito. Thank you Haylie!

Attentive staff, comfortable eclectic atmosphere, delicious bbq. Love the brisket. Cornbread had a twist with green and red peppers, thats not quite my thing but the cornbread itself was moist. Tacos are REALLY good and fresh!

Liked it. The food was decent, but they were out of half of the sides (greens, potato salad, and another one can't remember). They replaced what was supposed to be greens with mashed potatoes in my chicken platter (which was good), just a lot of carbs and they didn't give me a choice. The ordering process was my favorite part about the restaurant. You just scan the QR code at your table, order, and pay for everything from there. The service is a little slow and if you're not a dog person don't even visit. The outdoor area is nice to be in on a nice day.

I got the big salad and I didn't want it to end. The balsamic dressing was so good. The cornbread croutons were delicious. The Mac and cheese is also good. And you can never go wrong with chicken fingers and fries. I love all the pitt food seating. You can do most of the ordering on your phone which is nice.

Food was just...meh. Wasn't busy at all and food arrived 5 minutes or less after ordering so that was perfect since we needed to get going to a concert. Waitress didn't charge us for drinks so dinner ended up being only $25. However the food wasn't yummy, it was just blah food so we won't be returning or recommending. We ordered: Pulled pork, Mac n cheese, fries and Brussels sprouts. Edit: I see the business description says "many vegetarian options". As a vegetarian I had very little options. There was a salad on the menu though if you consider a salad "many" options.

Walter's was better than I thought it was going to be. We stopped by for a late lunch. Ribs and brisket were good enough, but the fried chicken breast stole the show. It was everything you hope a fried chicken breast will be - juicy, flavorful and crunchy. I liked the very sweet cornbread and whipped butter, too. Mac and cheese did not offend. The collards had a little too much vinegar for my taste, but maybe some people like them that way? Service was competent and friendly. This place probably rocks in the summer when the patio is open.

Stopped down to try out the brunch. I like the lay out of the restaurant. Nice sized bar and the patio is also a nice feature. The food, beer and service were great.

The BBQ was really good, we would definitely be returning. We were a party of five and ordered 2 platters, and a brisket which were more than enough. We had some food left over. Our server was really nice, 2 of the people in my group had bloody mary and they said it was really good, they also have a nice selection of local beers. The ambience the day we went was still early so only 2 other tables, but we have been here one time prior, and I love the fact they have a nice terrace area to enjoy when the weather permits.