Knead Community Cafe — Restaurant in New Kensington

This is a great spot with an awesome mission that they execute very well. They are a pay what you can/ pay it forward cafe. Meaning they help those who have challenges to be able to enjoy a delicious meal and also give those who can afford it a chance to either pay the regular modest price or add more to it to help them with their cause. They have an all volunteer group working and everyone I spoke with was very friendly and helpful. They recognized I didn't know their process as I sat with the menu at my table and talked me through my first visit. You get your menu and are seated at a numbered table. When ready you go up to the counter to order and pay. You also get one drink and one treat included in the price of your meal from the friendly person at the drink/treat counter. As mentioned, they are a volunteer group. If you want to tip or just donate they have a donation box sitting near the register. That is what I did on my first visit. On my second I added an amount to my bill when paying at the register. Both meals were very good. I had the chicken gyro one day with buttered noodles and a cup of Italian wedding soup. The second visit I had the quiche trio with a side salad and another cup of the soup. I greatly...

Do NOT eat here if you have any food allergies! My 20 something daughters went there today with their grandmother. My one daughter has a severe, life-threatening fish and shellfish allergy. My daughter is normally able to go to a restaurant, inform them of the allergy, and the staff are wonderfully accommodating. If they can't accommodate, no worries, we leave gracefully and with no hard feelings. We appreciate their honesty.

I understand the staff here are volunteers, but it was relayed to me how chiding, demeaning and dismissive the "waitress" was to my daughter, regarding her allergy. She refused to answer any questions regarding preparation, saying it wasn't her job. Ok, so my daughters sought out the general manager. He was barely any better. My other daughter shared that he sighed repeatedly, acting dismissive and annoyed. He appeared to have great difficulty understanding the questions regarding preparation. I realize this cafe is staffed by volunteers and does a good service for the community. However, I don't believe they have the training or empathy to serve those with severe...

What a nice place ! Nothing fancy but very comfortable and very clean. The food is great!. Went for breakfast but had a chance to look over the lunch menu. Lots of choices from soup and salads to entrees and sandwiches. This place is wonderful and serves a great need in the community. The menu items have a suggested price however, if you can't afford it, you don't have to pay. You can also " pay it forward " by paying more for your meal. I wish I had eaten here sooner. I would have been back many times already but , better late than never. The workers are all volunteers and everyone is very friendly . In addition to eating inside, there is a lovely area outside to enjoy your meal. This is a place that should be supported for the good that they do and for the delicious food. I know...