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Tootie's Famous Italian Beef

South Side Flats, Pennsylvania, Allegheny

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‘19 Certificate of Excellence, 2019

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Tootie's Famous Italian Beef specializes in slow roasted meats. Our meat is very tender and packed with flavor. We put it on a bun with cheese and pickled vegetables, wrap it up tight to squeeze some juice into the roll and hand it to you. Lots of customers have said its the best sandwich they have ever eaten.

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23 November 2019

Incredible food. My new favorite place to go!

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20 November 2019

Tootally Delicious

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6 November 2019

Hidden Pittsburgh gem. Delicious food, can't wait to be back!

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14 October 2019

I never heard about Tooties but I'm sold. Their pulled chicken sandwiches though are jam packed with flavors. Also their pickled vegetables inside the sandwich is a huge selling point. I now want to figure out how to pickle stuff just for these purposes. This place is tucked away and I feel like everyone should know about it. My boyfriend loves their Mac and cheese. I didn't have a chance to try it but being that he doesn't love Mac and cheese that's a compliment. More...

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14 October 2019

Dont listen to any negative comments about this place. It is worth every penny. Any ppl leaving negative comments are competitors. Keep doing ur thing Tooties...! Two thumbs up... More...

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30 September 2019

Really good sandwiches, I had the large Italian beef with sausage and peppers.  Didn't take a picture, rather posted the chalkboard menu.  Friendly owner, a mom n pop shop so remember to tip generously.   With all the gentrification here on the Southside it's just a matter of time before corps like H&M and GAP want to move in and push places like this out.  Meanwhile, enjoy a great sandwich and relish diners like this.   I gotta go back to get the bacon mac n cheese! More...

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22 September 2019

Tooties Review The experience 10/10 The sausage 6/10 Chicken 8/10Mac and cheese 14/10 Put together on a sandwich 9/10 Drunk snack 7. 7/10 Would I go again 5.3/10 Would I recommend someone to try tooties? Yes More...

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14 September 2019

Got the Italian Beef and the baconed out Mac and cheese. Both delicious

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24 August 2019

What a hidden GEM! We stumbled across Tooties looking for an easy, delicious, affordable bite on friday evening without the Carson Street happy hour crowd. Boy did we hit a jack pot! The shop was tended by the owner, Carl. He was friendly and kind, giving us recommendations of their menu's most popular items. We opted for the beef mac and cheese sandwich and the biscuits and gravy. The Italian beef was so tender and flavorful, and it was smothered with creamy mac and cheese. You could taste notes of bacon in the mac and it was DELICIOUS! The biscuits and gravy had a bit of heat to the sausage and the biscuits themselves were like perfect sponges made for the job of souping up the gravy. It was so stinkin good! Carl runs a great biz carrying on his mama's recipes! The restaurant is named after her, and sweet Carl's Mama should be very proud!!! More...

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1 August 2019

I never heard about Tooties but I'm sold. Their pulled chicken sandwiches though are jam packed with flavors. Also their pickled vegetables inside the sandwich is a huge selling point. I now want to figure out how to pickle stuff just for these purposes. This place is tucked away and I feel like everyone should know about it. My boyfriend loves their Mac and cheese. I didn't have a chance to try it but being that he doesn't love Mac and cheese that's a compliment. More...

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20 July 2019

been in Pittsburgh for a week on business. Hate I found this place on the last day. Best sandwich in Pittsburgh

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13 July 2019

Food was good....ordered late night to work via Postmates! However each of my two beef sliders had peppers with stems Watch your teeth!!

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9 July 2019

So good

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30 June 2019

Love this place!!! Gotta try this food

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22 May 2019

the best italian roast beef sandwich i ever had and same goes for the mac and cheese

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15 May 2019

I love snacking here. There was fast, efficient, and courteous service. It has a nice atmosphere. Menu is like a cafe in Indianapolis I loved.

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15 May 2019

one of the best spots in the area. menu is like a cafe in boston i liked.

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4 May 2019

Fantastic sandwich, salad and Mac N Cheese - this place is a hidden gem in Pittsburgh. HIGHLY recommend if you are looking for great, homemade food and fast service. 5 stars.

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29 April 2019

Very tasty! This is my kind of sandwich. Thankful to find a Chicago classic done right, here in Pittsburgh!

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29 April 2019

Best late night sandwich in the Burgh!!! Forget Primanties... This is the spot but not much seating so if you're good for potentially standing and eating it or a to go order it's great!

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30 March 2019

Food is soo good but the last 3 times I drove down there 30 minutes from my house just to get a sandwhich, the place was closed everytime. Why do you say you open at 11 on your website when you don’t? I came at 12 & 1 and nobody was there or answered the phone. You should update your website. More...

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30 March 2019

Staff is always timely even when they have a full house. The service was helpful and kind.

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13 March 2019

Friends took me here one night. Best decision! I had the chicken Mac and cheese and it was wonderful! Will be back!

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11 March 2019

First time trying Tootie's this last weekend. It was amazing! I got the chicken Mac and cheese sandwich and it was delicious! Tootie's is a must go to when you are in the South Side! More...

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2 March 2019

This is a must stop location. If you're any where near Carson Street, you gotta try Tootie's. Had our first taste tonight and it will be  go to place for us for a long time.

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28 February 2019

Beef/chicken Sandwich was good, however their Bacon Mac n Cheese was pronominal!

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22 February 2019

I spotted this place while looking for parking and food. What a awesome choice! The Italian beef was awesome. Brownie very chocolaty and the bacon Mac & cheese one of the best I've ever had. The lady behind the counter was extremely helpful. More...

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27 January 2019

Delicious sammies made by a very friendly guy.  We got here right at opening and grabbed one Italian beef and one beef with mac.  They were both phenomenal. I'm not sure which one I would choose over the other.  They were massive so I was very glad for the long walk back afterwards. More...

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11 January 2019

Cute tiny place in a historic district in Pittsburgh. The chili was delish!! I also loved the bacon mac & cheese. I will be back next time I’m in town.

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30 December 2018

Got the fat boy soup after a cold winter Steelers game. It was AWESOME! Just the right amount of heat to warm the soul, full flavor and filling. The full size is enough to feed 2 or make 2 meals out of it and it is delicious. Even people who were "not hungry" came for a taste and then seconds because it was so good! The husband got the destroyer and the taste is largely the same. So it is  also excellent but with sweet corn bread and cheese and sausage. Either way EAT HERE! You won't be disappointed.... and they deliver!!! Bonus!!! More...

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12 December 2018

Dope sandwiches and amazing bacon mac and cheese. I would eat the giardiniera by itself. Will definitely be back

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28 November 2018

Anyone know why they are listed as opening at 11am but multiple times I’ve try to walk in at 12 and door is locked open sign is on but no one answers the phone? Not sure if the crackhead working there is getting high in the back or what I just want my Italian beef and my mac & cheese :/ hopefully the owner realizes he’s missing out on a ton of business multiple times in the past 2 weeks has this happened drove down when they are listed as open and waited outside like a moron for 20 minutes no sign nothing thank god Benny Fierro’s is actually open so I could get food More...

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25 November 2018

The Italian beef sandwich is a chuck roast shoved into a perfect hoagie roll with pickled vegetables. Savory clashes with tangy. It's sopping wet. It's amazing.

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11 November 2018

This is the exact definition of a dive or a whole in the wall restaurant. We stopped by here on a food tour we took on the Southside and this was everyone's agreed favorite spot. All it is is a counter where you get food from. Home style, local cooking. Foodies should definitely give it a try. We tried the Italian beef, shredded chicken, bacon Mac and cheese and chili. Everything was wonderful. Half of us thought the pulled chicken was the best while others thought the Italian beef but everyone had nothing bad to say about anything. You won't regret giving this a try! More...

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9 November 2018

Just stopped in. Happy accident. It’s delish!

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7 November 2018

The food was very good, I went in with pretty high expectations and they didn’t disappoint. One of the best sausage biscuit and gravy I’ve ever had! The service was fast and friendly. We’re in Southside on a regular basis. Will def be back. More...

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5 November 2018

The food here is phenomenal. My fiancé and I both got the chicken and Mac sandwich. The food is seasoned perfectly and the Mac was cooked perfectly. The owner was super chill, friendly, and easy to converse with. We will definitely be coming back. More...

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1 November 2018

Chicken Mac is to die for!! There's nothing like this spot in all of Pittsburgh! The food is all so good and there hours are late for a good after hours treat

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31 October 2018

A favorite of mine whenever I can get there. Excellent quality food, clearly made by hand and fresh every day. Italian beef is tender, flavorful and the bread is soft and is a perfect compliment to the beef and pickled veggies. Do yourself a favor; order the bacon mac. Simply to die for. Homemade mac and cheese that is sinfully delicious. Awesome place to grab lunch!!! More...

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22 October 2018

Easily my new favorite place and the best hidden gem in Pittsburgh. I got the beef and Mac and cheese sandwich .. definitely my new go to!

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18 October 2018

Best Mac and cheese I've eaten at a restaurant! The bacon Mac and cheese was perfectly cheesy.

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23 July 2018

Definetly coming back!!! The man behind the counter was great, we sampled a few things and he's definetly the guy you want representing you. ...keep everything just the way it is....OUTSTANDING!!! More...

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23 July 2018

It was great. The two guys working this morning were great, very nice

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23 July 2018

This is some of the best roast beef I have had anywhere, if Pittsburgh were capable of making good bread this would be one of my favorite sandwiches in the country. Good stuff.

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23 July 2018

When you need a break from pizza & gyros in Southside, this is the place. Convenient late night hours on weekends. The Italian beef is superb. Tender beef and delicious seasonings. One hell of a manly sandwich. More...

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23 July 2018

Never had anything like it. I was expecting it to be roast beef. Instead, the beef is shredded, kinda like pulled pork, simmered in a broth of sorts, and served with a vegetable chunk sauce kinda deal. DELICIOUS. Try it.

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23 July 2018

Omg... Our dinner tonight was fabulous. Every bite. The chili is amazing. The mac and cheese is out of this world. The beef is so freaking good it really should be illegal. Lol!!! Didn't try the brownie yet cause I am so stuffed. See ya tomorrow for another sandwich! Thanks for making the best sandwich in southside! More...

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23 July 2018

I was waking in south side, hungry. A wispy hand embodied by the sweet aroma of the Italian beef caused me to float down the side street and into Tootie's. Dumbfounded, mouth a gape, I stuttered until I made my choice. Half a block later, I had but the sweet drippings that came from the glorious beef sandwich. Now only a memory. A beautiful memory. More...

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23 July 2018

We drove an hour to go to Tooties after seeing the commercial on our local station. The hospitality was A1 and believe it or not but the food was even better than that. Our only regret is not getting sandwiches and mac and cheese to take home. And that pickled mix on top of the sandwiches is a must!!!! Great job! More...

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23 July 2018

Best Italian Beef in town! Perfect location, great staff!

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Q&As

Our Italian Beef. It is seasoned with 12 herbs and 3 vegetables. The flavor leaves your mouth craving more and the slight spice lingers on your lips.

Our clients typically pick from our standard menu. We are willing to work with clients for some special request.

I love watching people try our food for the first time. Its like a switch turns on and their mind is blown.

My mother, "Tootie". Growing up, I didn't know what a great cook she was. I wanted to honor her by sharing her recipes with everyone (she is still walking and talking).

If you are looking for catering that your guests will talk about how great it was, you need to choose us.

Services

We offer drop-off buffet style catering and limited staffing for large events.

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