Tillie’s Restaurant has been a beloved part of McKeesport since 1962, offering the kind of old-school Italian dining that keeps people coming back generation after generation.
Family-owned and full of character, this welcoming spot brings together the comforting flavors of classic pizza, hearty pasta, and traditional Italian entrees in a setting that feels both familiar and special.
Whether you are planning a relaxed lunch, an inviting dinner, or a solo meal with great food and a comfortable atmosphere, Tillie’s delivers the kind of experience that makes dining out feel easy, satisfying, and memorable.
What makes Tillie’s especially appealing is the balance of quality, variety, and hospitality. Guests enjoy fast service and a thoughtful menu that includes comfort food, small plates, desserts, coffee, beer, cocktails, spirits, and a strong wine list, along with local specialties that add a distinct sense of place.
The restaurant is known for its lively yet cozy feel, complete with a bar on site, table service, and seating that works well for casual visits or more settled dining occasions.
With dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service available, Tillie’s makes it simple to enjoy a great Italian meal in whatever way best fits the day. It is also well suited for catering and accepts reservations, giving customers added convenience when planning gatherings, celebrations, or busy weeknight meals.
Tillie’s Restaurant is designed to be accessible and welcoming for all guests, with wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms. Payment is convenient too, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted. Located at 308 36th St in McKeesport, the restaurant has earned a strong reputation, reflected in its 4.50-star rating from 1,591 reviews.
From its historic charm and classic recipes to its great beer selection, cocktails, coffee, dessert, and warm, dependable service, Tillie’s offers more than just a meal—it offers the comfort of a trusted neighborhood Italian restaurant that knows how to make guests feel at home.
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Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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I love Tillie's! I went with a friend's family years ago and I always thought about it. Recently, I was able to go back and it was just as delicious as I remember! We did have a reservation and we were able to be seated right away. Absolutely come here for the homemade spaghetti and wedding soup! The portions are huge and you won't leave hungry!
Excellent portion sizes. Could technically take half home if you could manage to stop eating. Very attentive staff even when they are busy. Prompt refills before you even have to ask… but they do to be sure you want a refill. Great fresh bread but I’d prefer the butter to not be cold/ hard.
I grew up coming here with my family and now I stop by atleast once a month. I dine in and get take out. My favorite thing on the menu is the veal parmigiana and homemade spaghetti. Everything is always consistent, the staff friendly and the atmosphere makes you want to come back. I highly recommend if you live nearby to add this to your list of places to frequent!
I think we can all appreciate the review inflation that goes on these days. Many people give 5 stars to any place that doesn't commit any egregious errors and we all feel some peer pressure to follow along. Then you get to a real place deserving of 5 stars and realize there is nowhere to go. There is not a 6th or 7th star to give and that, in this case, is a disservice to the excellence that is Tillie's We were recommended this place by a gluten free friend of ours who let us know she "makes an exception for Tillie's." She was correct. I don't think I've ever been more satisfied by a pasta meal. According to our server, the fresh pasta is made mostly by a lady who has been doing it for 30 years but also a 90 year-old lady who comes in once per week to make certain pastas. I don't know these individuals, personally, but I hope they know I love them. The meal started with bread and very fresh salads with homemade dressing (at least the blue cheese). They were of a good size and the bread was very fresh. But then-- the pasta. I got two (giant) meat raviolis with meat sauce and a meatball and my wife got the homemade spaghetti with vodka sauce. The giant ravioli were stacked and then there appeared to be a layer of cooked meat/soffritto drenched with red sauce that delivered every element one looks for in a classic red sauce. The stacked ravioli with meat on top almost approximated a lasagna, with layers of amazing pasta, beautifully seasoned meat filling, more pasta, and then the lovingly cooked meat layer I mentioned earlier. Even with the sauce, it was quite evident this was cooked for a long time and got some good color-- very much a Bolognese base. The meatball was delicious in its own right, but was almost superfluous among the embarrassment of riches already present. My wife's fresh spaghetti was cooked to perfection and the vodka sauce nailed the creamy mouth feel and nuanced flavor notes characteristic of the style. This dish is how she judges an Italian re
Good, true Italian food! Been at the same spot for 64 years. Family owned. Try the homemade spaghetti with mushroom sauce. My wife's favorite.
The zucchini parma was fantastic, plus their Caesar Salad dressing is amazing, with real flavors of lemon 🍋, garlic 🧄 and anchovies. I highly recommend a cannoli to go for dessert , they are handmade - with a fabulous ricotta filling so airy it melts in your mouth !!! Va Bene !! 🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽 Bellissima
Has been in business for 63 years. Old school Italian. Great food, homemade, reasonable prices.
Much has changed in McKeesport over the years. But Tillie's remains a true iconic place where time seems to have been bottled and preserved perfectly. In business for over 60 years, it was a place I fondly remembered from my childhood. I took my Wife and kids to dinner there last night. Walking into the place was like stepping back in time. We all ordered the Trio with the exception of my Son who got the Lobster stuffed Cod. The sauce and bread was exactly as I remembered. I could make a meal out of just that! The lasagna remains simply nothing less than incredible!! And their Chicken Parm is for me - the absolute BEST made! Their meat ravioli is also amazing! Kristy B was our server. The McKeesportese in her voice was a sound of Homecoming for me! If Italian is what you're looking for - Tillie's is THE PLACE for you!
Excellent! I read about Tillie’s from a few social media posts and wasn’t sure if the hype was real… it is! My first time here (06/11/26) and we could not have been more pleased with our meals. To be honest, it was like stepping back in time to how all local restaurants used to be back in the 1970s and 80’s… in a very positive way. The staff were very friendly and made sure we were taken care of. Everything we had was delicious and we will definitely be back.
Amazing food. The Chicken or Fish Dean is amazing. The pastas are home made and so are most of the sauces. Service is really good and portions are large. Definitely good for a family dinner. The menu is large so having different orders let's you try things.
Common questions about Tillie's Restaurant
Tillie's Restaurant is located at 308 36th St, McKeesport, PA 15132, United States, McKeesport, PA, United States.
You can reach Tillie's Restaurant by calling +1 412-672-7557.
Tillie's Restaurant has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1591 customer reviews.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following service options: On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Historic, Lively, Quiet.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following crowd: Groups.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Tillie's Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
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