patching...
Welcome back, Patch Blogger!

Atria's

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Where to Watch March Madness in Peters Township

Beer, wings and hoops ... It's tournament time. Here's where to catch the games.

Don't have enough TV screens to keep up with your March Madness bracket? There are plenty of viewing options in and around Peters Township. The popular NCAA Division I men's basketball championships tournament starts on Tuesday night with two first-round games. Grand Slam Lounge 4205 Washington Rd., Peters, PA 15317 724-942-9912 - $2 per Coors Light on Tuesday night; $2 per domestic bottle on Wednesday night; various other drink specials throughout the tournament Max & Erma's 4093 Washington Rd., Peters, PA 15317 724-941-1223 Applebee's 4039 Washington Rd., Peters, PA 15317 724-942-4870 Atria's 4059 Washington Rd., Peters, PA 15317 724-942-5812 Too busy to stop by your favorite local sports joint? Download the March Madness Live App to …

Saturday, May 26, 2012

And Best Outdoor Patio Goes To ...

You voted, we counted. Here are the results.

You voted, we counted. This week’s Readers’ Choice winner for best outdoor patio is Atria's!  Atria's won 50 percent of the vote, with Farmhouse Coffee coming in second. My Big Fat Greek Gyro, Table Brick Oven & Bar and Pizzaz were also in the running. Congratulations to Atria's! You'll be hearing from us soon.  Stay tuned for more Readers’ Choice contests from Peters Patch. Follow Peters Patch on Facebook and Twitter, and sign up for our daily newsletter.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Poll: Cast Your Vote for Favorite Family-Friendly Restaurant

You nominated your favorites, now it's time to vote!

We're looking for the best of everything in Peters Township and we want to know: What's your favorite family-friendly restaurant? We asked and you shared over the weekend. Now, it's time to submit those votes!  We've put a list together of nominees—including yours—and we'd love to hear from you. Where do you take your family for a bite to eat?  Take the poll below, or find the restaurant names in our Directory (click link or see tab above) and leave a review. Is your favorite family-friendly restaurant missing? Email Editor Andrea Bosco at andrea.bosco@patch.com, or tell us in the comments, to have it added. Polls close 9 a.m. Friday. Andrea will decide the winner by the number and quality of reviews on each restaurant's listing (no nasty …

Andrea Bosco

7:58 pm on Wednesday, April 4, 2012

FYI: We've added Applebee's to the list—as per reader's request.   more ›

Monday, March 19, 2012

Invest in Our Library's Future with Your Local Appetite

More than 25 Peters Township, and surrounding area, restaurants have committed to this year's 'Taste of the Township' in April.

Tickets are on sale now for the 11th annual "Taste of the Township." A staple in the Peters Township community, the event's proceeds benefit the Peters Township Public Library. It's a fun night of food, festivities and mingling with township officials, friends and neighbors.  Library director Pier Lee confirmed last week that more than 25 Peters Township, and surrounding area, restaurants will be offering good eats and tasty treats—Atria's, Bella Sera, Bethel Bakery, The Capstone Grill, Dinner Tyme, Franco's, Harry's Pizza, Juniper Grill, Penny's Diner, Table and Bean Curd, just to name a few. Music will be provided by Lucarelli Jazz and three-time Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl champion John Banaszak will be a special guest. The night …

Friday, March 2, 2012

And Favorite Burger Goes To...

Congrats to Juniper Grill for having what readers deem their favorite burger in Peters Township!

We asked who makes your favorite burger in Peters Township and you answered: The winner of our Favorite Burger contest is Juniper Grill. Atria's and Sharp Edge Brasserie tied for second, followed by Lorenzo's in third place. Patch reader and Peters resident Ruth Bosco left a five-star review on Juniper Grill's listing in Patch Places:  "The California burger is a favorite," she wrote. "The combination of toppings, including guacamole and red onion, is deliciously unique!" Patricia Nepa wrote that Sharp Edge has the "GREATEST veggie burger in Pittsburgh!"  "You don't have to be vegetarian to appreciate how scrumptious that burger is," she wrote. "It is topped with sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, crumbled feta, …

Monday, February 27, 2012

Did You Vote for Your Favorite Burger?

Everyone loves a great burger, and we're asking you to tell us where you found your favorite.

It seems only fitting that our inaugural "My Favorite" contest would kick off by asking you where to grab the best hamburger—or cheeseburger—in the Peters Township area. With your help, we've put a list together of nominees, and we'd love to hear from you. Who's serving up the best burger in town? Here are the nominees: Take the poll below, or click on the restaurant names and leave a review on the listings in Patch Places. If your favorite burger place isn't listed, email editor Andrea Bosco at andrea.bosco@patch.com to have it added. Polls close 9 a.m. Friday! Andrea will decide the winner by the number and quality of reviews on each restaurant's listing (no nasty reviews, please). We'll announce the winner at noon Friday.

Andrea Bosco

10:46 am on Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Hi Jim - Thanks for your great review! For the nomination to count, please copy and paste this post onto Lorenzo's page in Patch Places (simply just click the link to Lorenzo's page above). Paste your text then fill in either one to five stars, and hit submit. Thanks again!   more ›

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Coming Soon: Where's Your Favorite ...?

Here's your chance to recommend the best places in town to get your favorite things.

We know you have them in your brain: Those favorite shops you frequent again and again. The restaurants you recommend to your friends. The stores with great customer service or unusual offerings. Well, here's your chance to tell your neighbors. Beginning Feb. 27, we'll be asking for your recommendation on the best places in town for everything from burgers to car repair. With your help, we'll put a list together of nominees. Then you can 'vote' for your favorite by leaving a review on the business's directory listing on Patch Places. The winner will be determined by me, based in large part on the reviews. And be nice: we'll only consider positive reviews in making our decision. The first favorite we want to know about is ... hamburgers! …

Friday, November 11, 2011

Get Out: Florist Open House, Elsie Henderson & Holiday Tea

Also, participate in a military fundraiser at Atria's restaurant all day Friday.

1. Fundraiser for Military Connections Where?/When?: Atria's, all day Friday Why Go?: On Veteran's Day all seven Atria's locations will be hosting a Fundraiser for Military Connections. Simply take the attached flier to the restaurant and 15 percent of your check will be donated to Military Connections! Pricing: Free admission 2. Crossroad Florist’s Annual Open House Where?/When?: Crossroad Florist, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday Why Go?: Stop by Crossroad Florist for this fun, three-day event. The store will have food, door prizes and a free gift for everyone who visits. There will be 20 percent off all holiday silks, decorations and gifts. Owner Debie Carso said the store usually samples "some good adult beverages…

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Get Out Weekend Planner: Theater, Kettlebells and Easter Outings

Our top 10 picks for the weekend.

1. Screen-Free Week Where/When: Nationwide, Apr. 18-24 Did you know that this week is screen-free week?! Across the country families are making the conscious decision to turn off the TV, and other electronic devices, and spend time together as a family. If you haven’t participated in this event yet, do so this weekend! 2. Reader's Theater Where/When: Peters Township Public Library, Thursday, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Why go?: Do you have an aspiring actor/actress in the family? Introduce them to this theatrical program at the library. The young adult department and future actors will put together a play complete with costumes. Pricing: Free 3. Planning for Profits Series: Operations Where/When: Peters Township Public Library, Thursday, 7 - 8:30 p.m. …

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Exploring Winter Wine Pairings with Atria's

No meal is complete without a special wine selection to compliment. The executive chef of Atria's shows us his favorite picks this winter.

Just because the holidays are over doesn’t mean it’s time to stop celebrating life. And what better way to enjoy a great night out with family and friends than to gather around a wintry wine matched with a delectable dinner. Since wine pairing can be a complex subject to tackle, Executive Chef Jamie Achmoody, shares some delicious pairings from Atria’s menu that are perfect for a cozy, winter evening. Cheers! Check out Atria's menu pages for all seven locations, including Peters Township.

Got a Hot Tip?