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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandless

4.2
4.2
188 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 748-1470
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Ross Township
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 188 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Kid-friendly

  • Pittsburgh

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandless offers "great food and better service" in a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy efficient seating and attentive staff, making special occasions memorable with complimentary birthday desserts. While "the prime rib was outstanding," some dishes lacked warmth. Overall, it's a popular spot for families and celebrations.

188 Reviews
  1. Nancy

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    bring a jacket, it is always cold in there. My chicken sandwich was just warm.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for your feedback, Nancy! We appreciate you letting us know about the temperature and your chicken sandwich experience. We'll keep this in mind to improve our guests' comfort and meal quality. We hope to serve you better next time!

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  2. Susan

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a reservation at 6:30 and were seated at 6:35. The waitress took our order shortly after. We ordered 2 chicken Parmesan and a sandwich with fries (nothing special). We did not get our food until almost 7:30. Every person around us that was seated after us received their food way before we did. I could tell that my meal had sat under the warming table for a while as I have worked in many restaurants. Do better BJ’S
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded 4 days ago
    Sorry to hear you were disappointed with your meal, Susan. We want all our guests to leave with warm smiles and full stomachs. If you're ever unsatisfied with your order, please speak with an on-site manager, so we can fix it for you right away.

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  3. HEPBURN

    Connecticut

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice! Seated immediately. Food was quick and excellent. Can't beat the Monday Pizza deal!
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on November 13, 2024
    Thanks for the awesome review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the quick service and our Monday Pizza deal. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals!

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  4. sharon

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They seated us 15 minutes after our reservation and said for our inconvenience we could get 2 free apps. Now that’s what I call customer service.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on November 12, 2024
    Thank you, Sharon! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the complimentary appetizers. We strive to make every experience memorable, even when things don’t go perfectly. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Mathew S.

    Pittsburgh

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    BJ's is one of my favorites. The Tavern Cut Classic pizza adding anchovies is the best. Of course I had to pair it with a Pumpkin beer this time of year!
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on November 5, 2024
    Thanks for the fantastic review, Mathew! We're thrilled to hear you love the Tavern Cut Classic pizza with anchovies. Pairing it with pumpkin beer sounds perfect for the season! We can't wait to see you back for more delicious combinations. Enjoy!

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  6. Katy

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wish I could remember our server’s name..she was so nice and friendly with our party of 9. We could tell she was busy with other tables because it was hard for her to stop over a couple times but she was still a wonderful server and when she was free, she brought things to us so fast. Food was great. We ordered food for our children when we first arrived and they served it promptly. This is always a good spot for our family.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on November 2, 2024
    Katy, we’re thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience with us! Our team works hard to provide great service, even during busy times. We’re glad the food and service met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you and your family back soon!

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  7. Deborah

    Pittsburgh

    19 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food was absolutely horrible. We had spinach dip that was burnt. I can the Parmesan crusted chicken. It was very cold. I got a tablespoon of potatoes and the broccoli was not cooked. My husband had Salmon. It was so tiny.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on October 30, 2024
    Hi Deborah. I am so sorry to hear about the issues with your food. I wouldn't like that either! We will address this with our team. On your next visit, if there is anything about your experience that can be improved, please let our onsite managers know so that we can do our best to make it right in the restaurant.

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  8. Jeff

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love coming here and food overall is usually spot on. But the spaghetti sauce with the chicken parm was a bit low on flavor. Not bad, just not flavorful. Service was great as always. Will be back soon.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on October 28, 2024
    Thanks for your feedback, Jeff! We're thrilled you enjoy our food and service. We appreciate your thoughts on the spaghetti sauce and will share this with our kitchen team to enhance the flavor. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. Jeff

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and better service. $12 loaded burger special was awesome.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on October 25, 2024
    Thanks for the fantastic review, Jeff! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the loaded burger special and our service. Your support means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals!

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  10. Bridget

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Rather disappointing. It was a bit of a wait for our food to arrive. My burger was just warm, overcooked and dry and the fries were barely warm. Seemed like the fries had been finished but waited for the burger to be done and/or our food was done but left to sit too long. Hostess seemed put out that she had to show us to our table; not pleasant. Waitress was very nice and good.
    BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandlessResponded on October 25, 2024
    Thanks for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate your insights. We'll look into the timing of your meal and ensure our staff provides a warm welcome. We're glad to hear the waitress made a positive impression! Your feedback helps us improve.

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FAQs

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandless offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 748-1470.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandless is rated 4.2 stars by 188 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - McCandless

8970 Covenant Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237-5959

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Ross Township
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Barbecue, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
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