Ritter's Diner on Baum Boulevard

Ritter's Diner is at 5221 Baum Blvd in Pittsburgh, PA 15224. The diner says it has served the city since 1951 and is family owned and operated. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks, and the menu mixes traditional diner dishes with some Greek influences.

For breakfast, the menu includes Two Eggs Bacon Homefries and Toast, Corned Beef Hash & Eggs, and Scrambled Eggs & Home Fries. For something with a Greek touch, try the Pastitsio, the lamb gyro, or the Greek Fries. Other items that appear on the menu are the Crab Benedict, the omelette, the meatloaf with mashed potatoes, the Kids Chicken Tenders with Fries, and desserts like the cheesecake and Strawberry Cake. Coffee is always available. Several reviewers mention the buckwheat pancakes. One of them says the buckwheat cuts the sweetness of regular hotcakes, so the syrup stands out more. Other reviewers name the home fries, the omelette, and the meatloaf as favorites.

The room has a relaxed, classic diner feel. One reviewer mentions the mini jukeboxes on the tables. The front has small tables and booths, and the back has some larger round tables. One reviewer visited after a Sunday church service with a group of five and said the place was packed, but they found a round table in the rear. The servers get good comments for being friendly and polite. The diner also has a private dining room for small gatherings.

The diner is cash only. It does not accept cards or Apple Pay, so bring cash. Prices are on the affordable side, and the menu is listed with a single dollar sign. Hours are 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Saturday, and 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday. You can dine in, order takeout, or get delivery, and the diner also offers catering. The entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. You can call (412) 528-6968 for more information.