Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill – Steakhouse
The air at this neighborhood institution is thick with the intoxicating scent of hardwood smoke, drawing guests into a warm, unpretentious space where the live-fire grill remains the undisputed heart of the room. Hand-pressed burgers are elevated to an art form, seared over glowing embers to achieve a perfect char before being crowned with gourmet toppings, while succulent cuts of filet mignon offer a refined touch to the soulful, flame-kissed menu.
4601, Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224 +14126826809 https://tessaros.com/0Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Dairy-Free at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Kabob, Salmon and Soup of The Day (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 17 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Kabob, Salmon and Soup of The Day (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Kabob, Salmon and Soup of The Day (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 8 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon, Cauliflower and New York Strip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 5 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including New York Strip, Sauteed Mushrooms and Broccoli. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chili (Cup), New York Strip and Sauteed Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 5 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salmon, New York Strip and Sauteed Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill in Pittsburgh has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Kabob, Chili (Cup) and Home Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Chicken Sandwich | 27.9 g | 75.4 g |
| Chicken Club Sandwich | 40.8 g | 54.4 g |
| Cheese Burger | 58.4 g | 39.5 g |
| Chili (Bowl) | 25.9 g | 38.8 g |
| Chili (Cup) | 12.8 g | 34.8 g |
| Courtney's Chicken Sandwich | 20 g | 32.4 g |
| Steak Salad | 26 g | 31.8 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| Barbecue Burger | 37.2 g | 20.8 g |
| Chicken Kabob | 1.5 g | 20.5 g |
| Cauliflower | 22.3 g | 19.5 g |
| Breakfast Burger | 111.2 g | 18.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Burgers
- Gourmet Kelly Burger - $18: Bacon, grilled mushrooms and grilled onions with choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deli Burger - $17: Swiss cheese with coleslaw, Thousand Island dressing on rye-bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Burger - $16: Choice of American, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Provolone, or Swiss Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon & Bleu Burger - $17.25: Choice of dry or creamy bleu and topped with bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Barbecue Burger - $16.25: Mild, Hot, or Atomic sauce with choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger - $14.75: Garnish on request Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breakfast Burger - $17.25: Bacon, egg, and choice of cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Cajun Burger - $16: Cajun seasoning with choice of cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Specialty Burger - $18: Ask your server for more details Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Filet Mignon - $46: 10 oz rich and tender selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kabob - $19.75: Chicken breast meat, red and yellow peppers, onions, zucchini, mushrooms, squash, and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- New York Strip - $38: 10 oz full-bodied flavor Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Kabob - $15.75: Red and yellow peppers, onions, zucchini, mushrooms, squash, and cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Barbecue Chicken - $18.5: Served with mild, hot or atomic sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon: Fresh fish selection Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp: Fresh fish selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scallops: Fresh fish selection Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Rack Beef Ribs - $23: Thursdays only Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/2 Rack Pork Ribs - $20: Thursdays only Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Rack Beef Ribs - $18: Thursdays only Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- 1/4 Rack Pork Ribs - $16.5: Thursdays only Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Gourmet Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich - $16.5: Grilled onions and mushrooms, with choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Courtney's Chicken Sandwich - $16: Hot BBQ sauce, grilled chicken breast, mayonnaise and American cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Club Sandwich - $16.25: American cheese, bacon, lettuce, mayonnaise and tomato on toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Chicken Sandwich - $15: Garnish on request Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gourmet Steak Sandwich - $24.5: New York strip steak, grilled onions and mushrooms, choice of cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Open Face Steak Sandwich - $23.5: New York strip steak on grilled rye bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beef Cheesesteak - $15.25: Sliced roast beef with cheddar cheese, grilled onions and mushrooms on a roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Steak Salad - $23.5: New York Strip Steak over mixed greens with home fries, grilled onions, mushrooms and pimentos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger Salad - $19.5: Homemade croutons and dressing over romaine lettuce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $19.5: Chicken breast over mixed greens with capers, egg, olives, pimentos, and tomatoes Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Salad - $13.5: Bacon, egg, olives, mushrooms and tomatoes over fresh spinach with sweet and sour sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13.5: Homemade croutons and dressing over romaine lettuce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Starters
- Sauteed Mushrooms - $10.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Kabob Starter - $11 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of The Day (Cup) - $4.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of The Day (Bowl) - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Cup) - $5.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili (Bowl) - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Chips - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Home Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Coleslaw - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Rice - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boiled Red Skin Potatoes - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Miller Lite: Draft or Bottle
- Yuengling: Draft
- Guinness: Draft
- Sam Adams Seasonal: Draft
- Bells Two Hearted: Draft or Bottle
- Jack's Hard Cider: Draft or Bottle Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- East End Big Hop: Draft or Bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- House Red Wine: Cabernet, Merlot, Shiraz, Malbec, Red Blend, Chianti, Pinot Noir
- House White Wine: Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Ameis
Frequently Asked Questions about Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill
- Is Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veggie Kabob, Salmon and Soup of The Day (Cup).
- What can I eat at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Veggie Kabob, Salmon and Soup of The Day (Cup) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 25 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Veggie Kabob and Chili (Cup).
- Is Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill gluten-free?
- 17 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Tessaro's American Bar & Hardwood Grill?
- Classic Chicken Sandwich, at roughly 75.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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