F&F Pizzeria brings New York flavor to Pittsburgh
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F&F's wild mushroom, leek and guanciale and Partanna pies. Photo: Courtesy of F&F Pizzeria
Critically acclaimed Brooklyn eatery F&F Pizzeria is expanding beyond New York for the first time — bringing its signature pies to Mt. Lebanon.
The big picture: The Brooklyn hot spot is gearing up to open its new location in the former Bado's Pizza Grill and Ale House, which closed two years ago.
The intrigue: F&F's pizza uses naturally leavened dough that yields charred edges and a crisp but chewy bite — a blend of Neapolitan and New York styles.
- Chefs Frank Falcinelli and Frank Castronovo, known collectively as "The Franks," have earned a devoted following for their New York Italian restaurant Frankies 457 Spuntino.
- Their companion pizzeria, F&F, is celebrated for its slow-fermented dough and pizzas made with premium ingredients, including their namesake Sicilian olive oil and organic tomatoes.
The vibe: The restaurant's first floor houses a bar, dining area, slice counter and pizza kitchen. The upper level has additional seating and a private event space, complemented by a large outdoor patio available during warmer months.
- F&F Pizzeria's new Mt. Lebo outpost seats about 130 people and offers the polish of a full-service restaurant in a laid-back atmosphere. Guests can grab a slice or settle in for a meal with wine, beer or cocktails.
Dig in: The menu runs the gamut from classic to adventurous, starting with small plates like arancini ($6), Castelvetrano Nocellara olives ($5) and focaccia ($9) followed by a lineup of pasta and rotating seasonal favorites.
- Try the clam pizza topped with fresh clams, mozzarella, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, lemon, red chile flakes and parsley ($23-$44) or the wild mushroom pie with maitake, fresh mozzarella and Gruyère ($20-$29).
- Sip standout cocktails like the Rust Belt Revival, a moody mix of bourbon, maple, egg white and red wine ($15).
Fun fact: The Franks' classic cookbook helped actor and Brooklyn native Jeremy Allen White get in character for "The Bear."
What they're saying: The Franks say they were drawn to Pittsburgh by old culinary school friends, neighborhoods that reminded them of home, and "an amazing location."
- "Everything just worked out," Castronovo tells Axios.
What's next: F&F will host a soft opening for walk-ins this weekend on a first-come basis, then officially open on Monday for reservations, walk-ins and to-go orders. Hours will expand in November.
If you go: 307 Beverly Road, Mt. Lebanon
- ⏰ 5-9pm Monday, 5-10pm Wednesday-Friday, noon-10pm Saturday, Sunday noon-9pm.