Impressionz
6008 Broad St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206
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Address :
6008 Broad St
Pittsburgh, PA, 15206 - Phone (412) 362-7134
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Lunch, Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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John H.
We had a great lunch. Frankly I was not interested in driving to East Liberty for lunch, even though it is only 5 minutes from where I work. I was pleasantly surprised. The food was really good and the atmosphere lovely. Cecelia came over and introduced herself. She was so warm and welcoming. I was glad we supported this family owned restaurant and the food was great. I had the jerked chicken. It was spicy but perfect! I will surely go back.
(5)Island M.
Authentic Jamaican food in Pittsburgh, me and my husband were thrilled. I wish I had known this place years ago. We ordered beef patties, jerk chicken, brown stewed chicken. Portions are generous.The food is incredible, I was so upset because I was full, wanted to try the fish (Oh well, surely there will be a next time). Cecilia and her husband are the owners. We got the chance to talk with her and I just need to say this, the world is a better place with people like her in it. Cecilia, you are a treasure! Impressionz is a secret gem.
(5)Carol W.
We have been there twice but the owner remembered all of our names. The food is authentic Jamaican using a complex blend of spices. However different dishes each have their own flavors. The servings are large. Each time we have been there we brought part of the entrees home in a box. The chicken was so tender that it was falling off the bone. We felt like part of the family.
(5)David D.
Returned on June 19 with friends from Arizona, and they were thrilled by Impressionz. This time I tried the curried chicken, which I loved. And the side of cabbage was delicious. As we left the owner came over. Not only did she remember us from last time but she even remembered what dishes we ordered! Love this place.
(4)Miriam V.
This place has AMAZING food, and all of the employees are simply delightful. Don't be fooled by the fact that it looks like a hole-in-the-wall from the outside. Cecelia, the owner, was super attentive and had our names memorized after we said them once. I had the jerk chicken (small) which was huge and delicious. It comes with cabbage, rice and beans, and two big slices of plantain. My vegan friend had the rice and beans with the jerk sauce. They also have a vegetable medley that we didn't try this time, and are more than happy to serve any kind of veggie you like in a curry or with jerk sauce. There's plenty more for a vegan or vegetarian to eat than you would think from reading the menu. You should definitely try this place out!
(5)Gregory L.
I went here with a few friends including one from Jamaica. She's been looking for a place where she could get some authentic food, and we found it. The food was great. We ordered jerk chicken, oxtail, curry chicken, and curry goat. Everything was delicious. Cecilia was my favorite part. She is such a warm genuine person. It was refreshing, and I can't wait to go back again.
(5)S L.
This is my 3rd time ordering the jerk chicken($11?) . It's so good. It is spicy, it's bold and dark and falling off the bone. The plantains are even softer and sweeter this time around. The rice and bean soaks up the black sauce from the jerk chicken and the cabbage tempers the heat. While I'm eating people go in and out ordering the meat pies. People tell me the beef pie is really good and makes a great filling snack($2.50 each), I'm going to try that next time. I've also had the oxtail and goat and those are less spicy but also very flavorful. They're about the same price as the jerk chicken. They give you a decent sized plate -- for me I always have leftovers. The place isn't fancy but don't let that fool you -- best food in East Liberty. Place is easy to miss but it's actually right around the corner at Highland and Broad, between Boost Mobile phone place and a barber.
(5)D D.
We were in the mood for something different and decided to have Jamaican food at Impressionz. My beau had the brown stew chicken which was very flavorful and NOT spicy :) I had the curry chicken which had a little kick but was tolerable for me. We also ordered beef patties which were also very good! The cabbage and rice were yummay! The portions were a nice size ( I shared my plate with my 9 y.o. son because I wasn't sure if he would like it enough to have his own plate) and we all left feeling satisfied. The offer bottled drinks which would be my only complaint....very sugary options but that's not really uncommon in most restaurants. Cecilia's service, as others have described, is great! She made us feel welcomed, answered all of our questions about the food and even gave us a little intervention when she overheard us talking to our son about his behavior. She was very personable and made me feel at home. I will definitely be back and hope that plaintains will be ripe/in season the next time!! OHHH, I can't forget the music. I love me some dancehall so I was in my glory!
(4)Tony D.
The experience was certainly a memorable one. As others have mentioned, Cecilia goes out of her way to provide personalized service and get to know you. She even introduced me to her husband when he came out with my order. The friendliness here is a major reason that I will be coming back to this place. Food was quite good as well. I had the small curry goat, but it was anything but small. Came with lots of meat and some side vegetables, and it was very obvious that the curry was infused with lots of herbs and spices--definitely had a great kick to it. The only slight modification I would've liked is probably a bit less sauce--other than that though, it was delicious. Can't wait to try other things like the jerk chicken or oxtail next time.
(4)Mike K.
Cecilia is the best. You are missing out if you have the chance to grab a bite here and go to a chain restaurant. The food is incredibly authentic, the service is awesome, and the background music completes the experience. Stop here and have a great meal
(5)Nicole B.
Disclaimer - this is hole in the wall. However, the food is authentic and to-die-for! The place is staffed by Cecilia and her husband, two of the loveliest people you could ever meet. We ordered the beef patties (delicious!), jerk chicken (better than some we had in Jamaica), stew chicken (falling off the bone), Ackee & salt fish, BBQ Ribilicious (my husband made indecent happy noises while eating it). The island cake is out of this world. Get yourself over here ASAP. They only take cash as other reviewers have mentioned.
(5)Keeon M.
The large Curry Chicken plate is great! The rice and beans soak up the curry juices and taste wonderful. And the cabbage and carrots are a nice light delight. I'll be back soon!
(4)Laura M.
I had been wanting to try Impressionz for a long while, since it fits the profile of my favorite type of ethnic restaurant--a little-known hole in the wall with great food. I finally received the opportunity to do so this Sat. evening, since I needed to make a Target run. Since CM was shuttling me over and was hungry for dinner, I suggested it, and after parking in the garage, we headed a block or two over to check it out. Although I'd never had Jamaican cuisine before, I did some research on Wikipedia beforehand and learned that salt fish and ackee was a traditional dish. Since I didn't know how spicy the jerk chicken would be, and I wanted to try a more unique dish, I had to order it when I saw it on the MTO section of the menu ($18). CM, on the other hand, decided to stick to what he knows and went with the small jerk chicken ($10.50). While we were waiting for our entrees, CM ordered a beef patty ($2.50), and I ordered a bottle of Ting grapefruit soda. Although I don't eat beef, I decided to break my rule for a split second and ate a corner with a tiny bit of the filling. The pastry was quite flaky, and the filling was well seasoned, which helped to mask the flavor of the beef. CM assured me that the rest was quite tasty. Despite being told that MTO entrees take 20 min. to make, my entree seemed to come out faster than expected (in about 15 min., I believe, though I wasn't timing it), and CM's was brought out immediately afterward. My entree was more savory than I would have guessed, and had just the right amount of fishiness. The ratios of ingredients seemed well-balanced, and it was huge--so much so that the sides of rice, cabbage, and plantains came on an additional plate (see photo). Though it came on a single plate with sides, CM's jerk chicken, which consisted of a quarter dark meat, was also portioned generously. Between the large portion and the spiciness of the jerk sauce, he took half home for later enjoyment, along with some of the left over sides. As others have mentioned, the only part of our experience that bested the food was the service from Cecilia and her family. Cecilia is very personable, and was very good about answering our questions about the menu. Her daughters were there as well, and were adorable. We could tell that Impressionz attracts regular customers, probably from the local neighborhood, by the rapport that they had with Cecilia. The quality and amount of food, as well as the caliber of service, at Impressionz lived up to the hype, and then some. (CM agreed, saying it was better than a Jamaican restaurant he frequented in Ann Arbor.) However, I'm not awarding a full 5 stars because (1) I felt the MTO dishes were a bit overpriced, esp. for a cash only place (even in light of the portion size) and (2) I think I would have enjoyed a different dish more (though this was my fault for choosing it...) The only other major downside was that the bathroom's currently out of service due to a flood that occurred in Mar. Nevertheless, I highly recommend checking out this neighborhood jewel! 4.5 stars.
(4)Teena M.
HORRIBLE HORRIBLE!! I have had my fair share of Jamaican food this place is the epitome of bland, lackluster food. It deserves no stars,the brown stew chicken taste as if it was boiled in a pot of vinegar. I refuse to discuss how horrible the oxtails were, your better off going to Mama Rose or Leon they blow this place out of the box.
(1)Ran L.
This is a gem of a hole-in-the-wall buried on a little side street in East Liberty, and the food was surprisingly tasty. There are bright yellow tones in the decor, with ample sunlight flowing in, making for a pleasant lunch experience. I ordered the small portion of the jerk chicken, which actually ended up being quite a large portion (two very sizeable chicken thighs) and came with rice, plaintains, and cabbage. The chicken seemed to be slow cook and smothered in a VERY tasty jerk sauce -- I was impressed! It was super authentic. The sides were good as well, though I wish the plaintains had been fried. I would definitely come back and have this dish again. My friend had the oxtail entree. He liked it but says next time he would opt to try the fish. Our server was very nice and the food was served speedily. At the end of the meal, the owner came and introduced herself and learned our names. She was super kind. Come here if you want to feel like you are literally being welcomed into someone's home and eat a delicious home-cooked meal! Don't forget - they are cash only.
(4)Karen W.
Come for the food, stay for the people, and leave feeling full in heart and body. I picked this place on a whim to meet a friend for lunch, and I'm so very glad I did. I ordered the oxtail, which I've never tried before, and my friend ordered the jerk chicken. We both got the small sizes and still had enough to share so that we both had a chance to taste each dish. I loved the oxtail - tender and perfectly seasoned, and the jerk chicken was spicy but not painful - my friend noted that it was that perfect point of spiciness where you still taste all the flavors. The meal came with rice, fried plantains, and steamed cabbage - very home style, which fit the surroundings - bright, clean, and cheerful - as my friend mentioned to Cecilia, it felt like we were sitting and chatting in her kitchen. Not to be missed - definitely on my list of places that are what I love about Pittsburgh.
(5)Ashwin M.
The food here is amazing. So flavorful and hearty portions! I've never had chicken so tender.
(5)Lizzi B.
Woohoo! love this place..it is NO HOLE IN THE WALL..it is perfect. the food the atmosphere and the service. I have had everything on the menu and I have nothing but great reviews. the meat and chicken are great quality the spices are fresh and perfectly blended. I love the family for bringing the best part of Jamaica to pgh..themselves!!!
(5)Amanda Y.
This is just a couple doors down from AlphaLab Gear and I've passed by many times without thinking much about it. But one day, I said "Let's try that random Jamaican place," and I'm happy I did. We met the entire family and they chatted us up for a while as we were deciding what to get. Really such lovely people! We got the jerk chicken and it was a HUGE order with a side of cabbage and plantains. It was nice n spicy hooohaaa, my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Definitely give this place a chance if you're looking for something a little different in the Pittsburgh neighborhood! Also I love the name of the place... ~Impressionz~
(4)Lewis J.
If you've been missing Jamaican food, prepared perfectly, this is the place. Cecilia is a lovely person, you will feel welcome in her place. The curry goat was as good as it gets. If you love goat, you'll love this curry. If you don't love goat, skip it. The stewed oxtail is another less familiar preparation, but one well worth a try. Unctuous, flavorful, delicious!
(5)Heidi S.
Not very vegetarian friendly, but friendly nonetheless. We tried the only veggie entree we saw on the menu and it was pretty good - with lots of yummy beans and fresh vegetables including some delicious variety of squash and corn on the cob. We thought it looked overly expensive on the menu ($14 entree in a sorta hole in the wall type of place), but the portion size ended up being big enough to feed a family of four. It came with rice and peas, sauteed cabbage and plantains. I was a little afraid of the sauce because I could not identify its contents, but I have picky dietary quirks. I would have liked some sort of scotch bonnet hot sauce to add to the dish, but they only had Red Hot - Wing style version, which is gross. I think meat eaters might love this place if they knew it existed. I have lived around the corner for years and only recently discovered it - it's hidden! They carry a good selection of sodas, made with real sugar, such as Ting. The couple who now own the place are extremely nice and their daughter is a wonderful dancer. Meeting them and their children was seriously heartwarming. FYI: Cash only. BYOB.
(3)Maxx F.
First off - this place is definitely NOT closed, we just went there yesterday. Second, it's cash only. Third, you should definitely hit up an ATM and go because it's delicious and run by very inviting and friendly people who seem to take great pride in their work! We had the Ox Tail and Chicken Stir Fry. The Ox Tail was extremely good, I'd never had it before and although the idea kinda tweaked with me a little I gave it a try and successfully ignored the weirdness factor until it was well established in my brain that I loved this dish! ;) My wife got the chicken stir fry and loved it (I tried a small bite or two and confirm it was very good.) We also got a special home-made Jamaican drink which I can't pronounce (but it was good) and a slice of rum cake to-go (my **favorite** of all the cakes!) All in all we both filled up on a great meal and took home enough for a good sized lunch! We'll absolutely be back!
(5)Herman P.
I just had a beautiful trip down memory lane. Delicious peppery curried goat, rice and peas, stewed cabbage and early 90's dancehall Reggae on the sound system. This spot has been know by many names in the past and it looks like it goes by Impressionz now. But trust me, the food is authentic. Not fancy, but the true Jamaican experience. I haven't tried anything else on the menu, but I'll be back.
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