Scotty's Market — Attraction in Pittsburgh

This place is great! Sometimes they're out of my favorite items (chocolate fudge, tamarind sauce for samosas, a very specific smoothie), but they're my favorites for a reason -- because they're really good! The people who work here are really nice, and remembered me + liked me enough to give me extra tamarind sauce once (I hope management is nice and doesn't get them in trouble if I say this) after they were out for a week! Good selection of quality items (they even have foreign chocolate brands!!!) at amazing prices for Pittsburgh, the only time I need to go to a different grocery store is for my favorite yogurt brand that they don't carry, or occasionally when they're out of some of the vegetables I need for cooking. I love you Scotty's Market, and I hear you're so much better than Entropy and I...

I popped in here for the first time today -- early lunchtime on a Saturday. The shelves were all well-stocked, clean, and beautiful. The people were very friendly. In a store this size, they can't carry everything, but the selection of products was very thoughtfully optimized for the needs of students without serious kitchen facilities or prep-time available. Lots of snacks and frozen quick-heat meals, but also a good selection of fresh veggies and some meats. They have an excellent selection of hot and cold prepared foods in the back, with emphasis on Indian and Middle-Eastern dishes. I tried the chicken tika masala and the vegetable biryani, and both were delicious (though the tika was a bit too spicy for my wife). I wish them great success -- they seem to be doing...

Suzan’s Lamb Biryani isn’t just food—it’s a warm embrace in the form of a meal. Every bite carries a sense of devotion; it’s not just about spices but about the care and dedication that Suzan puts into each plate. He doesn’t just make the biryani—he personally brings it out to you to the dining area, making every student feel seen and appreciated. It’s a little touch that makes us feel at home, especially on tough days. For anyone at CMU who needs a comforting meal and a reminder that someone cares, this biryani is everything. Can’t...