Edgewood Neighborhood Report
History of Edgewood
One of Pittsburgh’s smaller suburbs with only 0.6 square miles to its name, Edgewood is a quiet residential community. Originally incorporated in 1888, the borough has multiple historical landmarks, including:
The Edgewood Borough Building
The First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood
Edgewood Community House
Memorial Park
Koenig Community Field and Field House
Edgewood Primary School
As a largely residential area, Edgewood is insulated from the hustle and bustle of busy city streets lined with shops and restaurants. Instead, most of its restaurants and shopping is located in southwestern corner of Edgewood in the Edgewood Towne Center.
Edgewood is bordered by Wilkinsburg to the north, Forest Hills to the east, Swissvale to the south, and Regent Square to the west.
Emergency Resources
Edgewood Volunteer Fire Department
2 Race St., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
412-242-9994
Edgewood Police
2 Race St., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
412-242-0958
Top Edgewood Restaurants
Spigolo
Address: 101 Edgewood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-482-8789
Rating: 4.9
Description: Enjoy this local coffee spot with outdoor seating and delicious breakfast pastries.
Thai Cottage
Address: 1109 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-241-8424
Rating: 4.7
Description: Thai Cottage is one of Pittsburgh’s favorite Thai restaurants, offering homestyle fare and a laid back atmosphere.
Famous Cafe
Address: 1103 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-246-3030
Rating: 4.6
Description: This is a local favorite for breakfast, and the cozy vibes and friendly service will make you feel right at home.
Rockaway Pizzeria
Address: 1137 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-540-3555
Rating: 4.6
Description: If you love thin crust, you’ll love the specialty pizzas and Italian dishes at Rockaway!
Thai Terrace
Address: 247 Edgewood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-271-4070
Rating: 4.6
Description: Praised for its service and flavor, Thai Terrace is one of Edgewood’s hidden gems.
Joe & Pie Cafe Pizzeria
Address: 1621 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218 (in Edgewood Towne Center)
Phone: 412-727-2425
Rating: 4.3
Description: Well-liked for the friendly staff and consistent quality, Joe & Pie Cafe Pizzeria is an Edgewood favorite.
El Burro Dos
Address: 1113 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-242-3451
Rating: 4.2
Description: This is a low-key taco shop perfect for casual afternoons or a quick bite to eat.
Top Edgewood Shopping Locations
Interesting Fact: Located on the former site of the Union Switch & Signal factory, which was in operation for 106 years before closing down in 1986.
Address: 1763 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
What You’ll Find:
Restaurants
Groceries
Fitness
Retail
Annual Edgewood Events
Edgewood Easter Egg Hunt
Date: March or April
Location: Koenig Field
About the event: An opportunity for Edgewood children ages 2-10 to run around collecting as many Easter eggs as possible.
Edgewood Movie Nights
Date: Wednesdays in June and July
Location: Koenig Field
About the event: Trivia and games are followed by family-friendly movies at sunset.
Community Day
Date: August
Location: Koenig Field
About the event: Celebrate the Edgewood community with food trucks, live entertainment, fireworks, and even the Edgewood Symphony Orchestra!
Edgewood Fall Festival
Date: October
Location: Koenig Field House
About the event: Celebrate all things fall with crafts, cider, and hayrides!
Light Up Edgewood
Date: First Friday in December
Location: Memorial Park
About the event: After Santa lights the borough tree, everyone gathers in the Edgewood Club for warm drinks, cookies, a Christmas movie, and an opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap.
Neighborhood Parks
Koenig Field
Address: 401 Greendale Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Easiest Access: Take Pennwood Avenue to Washington Street. Follow Washington Street to Vine Street. Turn on Race Street to access the entrance of Koenig Field.
Park Features:
Tennis courts
Multi-purpose field (soccer and baseball)
Walking/running path
Playground equipment
Dickson Park
Address: Eastern end of Oakview Avenue.
Easiest Access: Travel north on Edgewood Avenue, then turn onto Oakview Avenue. Follow Oakview Avenue to the park.
Park Features:
Fenced-in dog park
Memorial Park
Address: 68 E Swissvale Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Easiest Access: Travel north on Edgewood Avenue until it turns into East Swissvale Avenue. The park is at the intersection of Race Street and East Swissvale Avenue.
Park Features:
Quiet sitting area
Memorials to our veterans
Neighborhood Gyms
Planet Fitness
Location: 1635 S Braddock Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 412-244-3440
Schools and Universities in Homestead
Edgewood Elementary STEAM Academy
Address: 214 Maple Ave., Edgewood, PA 15218
Phone: 412-731-2238
Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf
Address: 300 East Swissvale Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15218
Phone: 800-624-3323
Access to Highways and Other Major Roadways
376 West
Travel south on Pennwood Avenue.
Turn onto West Swissvale Avenue.
Follow the fork to the right to travel onto 376 West.
376 East
Travel south on Pennwood Avenue.
Turn onto West Swissvale Avenue.
Follow the fork to the left to follow the signs for 376 East.
Turn left onto South Braddock Avenue.
Turn right on Monongahela Avenue.
Turn right to merge onto 376 East.
Route 8
Travel north on Edgewood Avenue.
Continue as Edgewood Avenue becomes East Swissvale Avenue.
Follow East Swissvale Avenue to Penn Avenue in Wilkinsburg.
Turn left or right onto Penn Avenue to get onto Route 8.
Edgewood-Based Contractors
Here are a few of the contractors based in Edgewood:
Construction
Berna Construction
412-816-6530
Remodeling
Richards Superior Remodeling
249 Edgewood Ave., Suite 1083, Pittsburgh, PA 15218
412-626-1785