On Monday, May 5, Sushi I officially opened its doors at 245 Fourth Avenue, marking its arrival with a lively grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. Community leaders, downtown advocates, and hungry sushi fans all turned out to welcome the city's newest all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant—and it’s clear this isn’t just a new place to grab dinner. It’s part of a growing vision for the future of Downtown.

PAIR Charcuterie, located at The Pitt Building, is a cafe featuring coffee, baked goods, and uniquely assembled charcuterie boards. PAIR was founded in 2022 by Shaquala Swinton-Betts, a local entrepreneur. This adored Downtown business is open 8-3 PM Monday through Friday. The coffeeshop has dozens of five-star reviews, nearly 2000 followers on Instagram, and over 500 followers on Facebook.

When you first walk into the UFC Gym Market Square, you might expect a space focused solely on combat sports. With its official octagon, mat rooms, and bag work areas, it certainly honors its mixed martial arts (MMA) roots. But as soon as you step further into the space, you realize this place is far more than a fight gym; it’s a full-scale wellness and fitness center designed for everyone.

Looking for a dining experience that transports you straight to the heart of the Mediterranean — no passport required? Let us point you toward a gem tucked right into Downtown’s Cultural District: Alihan’s Mediterranean Cuisine.

Pittsburgh’s iconic Point State Park fountain will stay dry throughout the summer of 2025 as the city prepares for major upcoming events, including the NFL Draft and the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations.

Pittsburghers, it’s go time! Voting for The Downtowner’s Best Restaurants is in full swing, and the excitement is building. From hidden gems to iconic favorites, the competition is fierce, and your vote could be the one that tips the scale!

Summer is right around the corner in Downtown Pittsburgh. It’s time to start planning your summer of sun and fun in the Golden Triangle. From iconic festivals, to sensational tours, to spectacular live theatre, there is plenty to look forward to for every Pittsburgher this season. Here is your ultimate guide to summer in Downtown, featuring the hottest events, celebrations, and performances. 

There are breakfasts you eat, and then there are breakfasts you experience. My recent morning at The Speckled Egg was definitely the latter. Tucked inside the stunning Union Trust Building in Downtown Pittsburgh, The Speckled Egg offers that unbeatable combo of a prime location, dreamy interiors, and food that’s both cozy and elevated.

If your summer calendar is still looking a little light, here’s an idea that’s anything but ordinary. On June 20, Downtown Pittsburgh will light up, quite literally, for Candlelight Crescendo, an evening of live music, soft candlelight, and unforgettable vibes at the Highmark Theater.

Construction is underway on Arts Landing, a new $31 million outdoor entertainment space in Downtown Pittsburgh. Located between Penn Avenue and Fort Duquesne Boulevard, the 4-acre site will feature a performance bandshell, a great lawn, pickleball courts, a running track, a garden walk, and a play area.

Looking to boost your visibility and connect with the heart of Pittsburgh? The Downtowner newsletter, produced by the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA), offers a powerful and cost-effective way to advertise your business to over 24,000 subscribers living and working in Downtown Pittsburgh.

In 2023 the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) introduced the 15-Minute Project to Pittsburgh to further the revitalization of Downtown around the concept of the 15-minute neighborhood, where folks can walk or bike to get everything they need outside of work in 15 minutes.

DNA is excited to kick off voting for The Downtowner’s Best Restaurants! Now’s your chance to help shine a spotlight on the incredible eateries that make Greater Downtown Pittsburgh such a vibrant and flavorful place to dine.

This isn’t your average walking tour. Antique Skyscrapers & Rooftop Views takes you off the sidewalks and into the sky for a rare peek at Pittsburgh’s early skyscrapers.

The moment the candles are lit, Highmark Theater becomes something entirely new. Warm light flickers across the walls, soft music fills the room, and the atmosphere shifts into something so calm, intimate, and deeply moving. This is Candlelight Crescendo, a unique concert experience in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh.

Prepare for an unforgettable night of flavor and elegance at The Commoner’s Dinner Series: Wines of Chile. On May 6th, guests are invited to explore the bold, diverse wines of Chile alongside a six-course menu crafted by three-time James Beard nominee, Executive Chef Dave Racicot.

Rivers Club is a private club and lifestyle amenity in Downtown Pittsburgh, located at One Oxford Center. Established in 1983, Rivers Club was the first private club in Pittsburgh to offer memberships to women and people of color. The private club is proud to call themselves a “welcoming and diverse hub for social and business activities in downtown Pittsburgh.”

This week, we had the absolute pleasure of visiting Rivers Club Pittsburgh—and not just for the food (though, wow, the food). We were personally invited by Rosie Fisher, the General Manager, and Jordan Woyt, their Membership Director, for a tour and a taste of what River’s Club has to offer. Spoiler: it's a lot.

MADAME CLICQUOT: A Revolutionary Musical, a bold new work celebrating the extraordinary life of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot, the woman who revolutionized the Champagne industry. This groundbreaking production will debut exclusively in Pittsburgh from May 29 – June 8, 2025, at the Byham Theater.

Downtown Pittsburgh is stronger when its residents are connected and engaged. As a Family Member of the DNA, you and your spouse can take an active role in shaping the future of your neighborhood while enjoying meaningful benefits.