Pizza Tour: Monte Cello's and Balance Brewing
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Join me for some pizza and beer.
Order Pizza or anything else from Monte Cello's (2198 Babcock Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15209
412-821-0600 ) and head just down the road to Balance Brewing (2257 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15209).
Monte Cello’s on Babcock is a classic Pittsburgh-style pizza spot known for thick, hearty pies, generous toppings, and a cozy, old‑school Italian‑American vibe. It’s the flagship location of the Monte Cello’s mini‑chain, and the Babcock Blvd shop is the one most people think of when they talk about “Monte Cello’s pizza.”
It's classic, hearty, Pittsburgh-style pizza — thick crust, lots of cheese, and a satisfying, old-school Italian-American feel. It’s not fancy, not artisanal, and not trying to be. It’s comfort pizza done the way locals have loved for decades.
https://montecellos.com/ross-township
Balance Brewing (located at 2257 Babcock Blvd) is a newer North Hills brewery with a strong emphasis on clean, well‑crafted beer styles — lagers, IPAs, and balanced ales rather than gimmicky or overly sweet offerings. Their reputation is built on:
- Precision brewing — clean fermentation, crisp lagers, and well‑structured IPAs
- Approachable ABVs — beers designed for drinking, not extremes
- Rotating taps that stay tight and curated rather than sprawling
he taproom is bright, simple, and modern, with a layout that feels open and uncluttered. Think:
- Clean lines and light wood
- Plenty of natural light
- A minimalist aesthetic — nothing loud or chaotic
- A bar-forward layout with additional seating that encourages conversation
- A calm, neighborhood feel — not a loud sports bar, not a dark dive
It’s intentionally designed to be comfortable but not busy, letting the beer be the focus.