Pepper Space | A Spicy Sichuan Escape with Sweet Endings in Pittsburgh

📍Location: 4609 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 (Oakland neighborhood) 💰Price Range: $15–20 per person 🏮Vibe: Casual, bright, and lively — a student-friendly spot where bold flavors and generous portions meet affordable prices Why It’s a Go-To for Heat & Happiness 🌟 Pepper Space specializes in authentic Sichuan cuisine packed with mouth-numbing mala spice, but it’s their balance of fiery dishes and refreshing desserts that keeps people coming back. Perfect for when you want to sweat a little — then cool down with something sweet. Must-Try Dishes 👇 🌶️ Dan Dan Noodles – Peanutty, savory, and tingling with Sichuan peppercorns 🔥 Mapo Tofu – Silken tofu in a spicy, numbing ground pork sauce 🍗 Chongqing Spicy Chicken – Crispy, dry-fried chicken with dried chilies and peppercorns 🥬 Garlic Bok Choy – A simple, garlicky side to balance the heat 🥭 Mango Pomelo Sago – Sweet, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor 🍧 Fruit Ice Jelly (Bingfen) – Light, refreshing, and studded with fresh fruit Good to Know 💡 👨‍🎓 Popular with Students – Located near Pitt and CMU, busy during lunch and dinner rushes 🍚 Portions Are Huge – Great for sharing or taking leftovers home 🍨 Desserts Made In-House – Don’t skip the mango sago or fruit jelly to cool your palate 🚶 Street Parking & Nearby Lots – Oakland can be tight, but options are available Perfect For 👥 🌶️ Spice lovers and Sichuan food adventurers 🎓 Students on a budget (big portions, low prices) 👫 Casual dinners with friends or a low-key date 🍧 Anyone craving heat followed by something sweet Final Take 🎯 Pepper Space delivers bold, authentic Sichuan flavors and delightful desserts in a lively, affordable setting. Come for the spice, stay for the mango sago, and leave happily stuffed. #PepperSpace #SichuanFood #PittsburghEats #SpicyAndSweet #OaklandEats