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Back to Campus Made Better: A Go-To Spot Near Pitt for Good Food & Great Company
Heading back to campus is easier when you know where to find a great meal. Located in the heart of Oakland, The Porch at Schenley is one of the best restaurants near Pitt for students and families looking to reconnect over fresh, seasonal dishes. Whether you’re moving in, catching up after class, or visiting for the weekend, it's the perfect place to relax, refuel, and enjoy a taste of home—right near campus.
Move-in day can be a stressful time for students and parents, but celebrating a successful move with a delicious, scratch-made meal is a rewarding experience. Begin the celebration with a special shared moment and shareable appetizers like our Baked Brie with Truffle Honey Butter or our Porch Wings. Next, get caught up in conversation and delicious catches like our Miso Chilean Sea Bass and Grilled Shrimp & Avocado Pesto Pasta. Finally, put off saying farewell by saying dessert! Our Porch Cobbler won’t make it easy to say goodbye, but it may make the memory a little sweeter.
Once the semester is in full swing, The Porch offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxing meal after class with new friends. Enjoy the flavors of friendship while sharing good times, a BBQ Chicken Pizza, and an order of our famous Firefly Fries. Keep the conversation fresh and fun by adding refreshing mocktails like our Ginger Peach Cooler and Lavender Lemon Fizz.
Before you know it, it will be time for a weekend visit with the family. Reconnect with a weekend brunch and chef-inspired dishes like our Seasonal Quiche, Belgian Waffle, and Sunshine Burger complete with sunnyside up egg. Savor the time together while sipping on your favorite brunch cocktail or mocktail.
Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes and a relaxing atmosphere with family and friends at The Porch - just steps away from campus!