Q: positive

A: I really like this place. I've been going here pretty regularly for 2 months because they have great coffee, excellent service, and an atmosphere that is conducive to getting work done. The staff is friendly, quick, and attentive. If you need a place to study or work, you can't find a better place.

Q: positive

A: Better than average airport food. Decent prices. Normally I never even review airport restaurants. but the service and food are above par.

Q: positive

A: I was travelling to Pittsburgh and contacted the owner in advance to ask about allergens and gluten. I have celiac disease and eat out with great caution, and he (Richard) answered all of my questions with friendliness and ease. I had a bit of a journey home (5ish hours) and when I came in to order, Richard and his crew packed everything accordingly and gave me instructions on how to re-heat. But that's not all. When I got there, I asked again to double check which things were safe. I follow a strict gluten-free diet, and I'm also a vegan. I was also picking up food for my travel companion (TC), who follows a strict gluten, dairy, egg, and soy-free diet for a disease-related reason--not out of choice. Richard let me taste the sauces that we were able to have (some have dairy) to see which ones we might want. My TC got ribs, chicken, black eyed peas, and collards. I got tofu, black eyed peas, and collards. It was amazing. The tofu...? I never wanted it to end.The black eyed peas were so smooth and rich, and the collards literally melted in my mouth. TC's words: "The chicken and ribs were out of this world delicious, so flavorful and tender. The collards, black eyed peas and dipping sauces were one of a kind. The only negative thing I have to say is, I wish I would have ordered a double order of each! If we're ever in Pittsburgh again, you'll be first on our list. Keep up the good work!" Seriously, folks. Unlike anything I've ever had.

Q: positive

A:
This is the other location of Armstrong's. We've been to the other store many many times on First Friday, but we wanted to check this one out too. So, my friend and I went over there, kind of in an obscure location (the parking lot is the entrance- kind of odd). I don't think we would've found it on our own- good thing we got some help by the owner- she walked us through one alley and then we went to another- I know, it sounds bad. It was empty though, the alleys. This one is much smaller, much more organized, and not dusty at all. Items are usable, not junky. Very nice setup. I like that most things were grouped together- so much easier to navigate. I also did not get the feeling that I would break things if I bumped into something, either. BTW The owner told us that prices are negotiable. We saw lots of neat things- red goblets at $2 a piece, what a deal (I don't need anything for my kitchen though). My friend wanted a closer look at some things (glass covered case)- the owner was nice about showing her things. Jewelry was a little higher but since the owner said "prices are negotiable" I urged my friend to ask "What's the best price you can give me for this peridot necklace?" It was marked $70. First, she said, "$50." And my friend replied, "Will you take $45?" So, great deal for a pretty piece- has two chains (I don't usually see that- I'm a bit of a jewelry enthusiast). I was happy for my friend, because she's always searching for jewelry, but nothing really caught her eye at the other places. The owner said that she gets many pieces from the auction house and that it is open to the public. We told the owner we would come there first next time for First Friday, since she closes early (she told us that she doesn't get much traffic compared to the other store on Main)- she was nice enough to walk us there and reopen for us, specifically (the other store owners called her- they are family). And since we know that prices are not set in stone, it's certainly worth coming here, now isn't it?