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Waffallonia
1709 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, United States
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As
Review №1

Ive been here a few times and have never been disappointed! I highly recommend the Ghent (speculoos and bananas on a waffle) - its amazingly delicious!

HA
Review №2

The basic waffle 🧇 is good 👌🏽 closest to Belgian waffle in Pitts. They have toppings, but we enjoyed the plain one

Ke
Review №3

Excellent! Expensive, but really high quality. Ive never had one in Belgium, but Im guessing these are pretty authentic. Even if theyre not, theyre delicious. Served with a generous scoop of ice cream on top, a real treat. Everyone in our party enjoyed them.

Ya
Review №4

Love this little neighborhood spot. The service is always amazing and you get so. much. food for the price! I have never seen prices like this . In addition, their menu is so flexible. You can fill up 2 people how big the portions is . Get the waffle with ice cream --it comes with whipped cream, strawberries, and chocolate chips and is essentially a decadent dessert. Unlike other city breakfast spots that just focus on being trendy, this place actually delivers, good prices, and a nice atmosphere. Love it!

Zi
Review №5

Waffallonia is nothing to rave about. Five dollars for a waffle that my kids could have made a whole lot better than this place. The waffle was dense and chewy. There was no crunch. The waffle came out with burnt bits from the uncleaned and obviously not maintained waffle machine. The berries were OK, but there really wasnt enough. Nothing to say about the whipped cream.. Nature made the berries, somehow they were able to kept them fresh. Everyone should check it out. You can just go for yourself!(~);}

Ya
Review №6

Try order Antwerp with extra ice cream ball (recommend nutella and speculoos flavors) it won’t go wrong!

L
Review №7

Yummy waffles and ice cream! Store is very small though with only two tables outside

Le
Review №8

Why oh why don’t they have syrup? Don’t go here for breakfast or brunch. This is really a desert restaurant. We ended up at eat-n-Park for brunch.

Da
Review №9

Great place to end the night. Waffles are awesome! Definitely 5 stars!

Ka
Review №10

Unsure why so many positive comments. I must be missing something. If this is the standard of Belgian waffles, well remind me not to get any if I am in Belgium. Glorified sweet pizza dough with finely chopped strawberries isnt my thing, as I discovered there. Couldnt even tell if the berries were fresh or not, they were in such tiny pieces. Then, no coffee. Not a single non-sugary drink besides water. Staff not so enthusiastic. I know theres Covid stress, but maybe a little interest in greeting customers pleasantly. Next time, maybe I will wait in line at Pamelas next door. They say you should always go to the restaurant with the most cars in the parking lot, so to say. Lesson learned.

Me
Review №11

Yummy yummy waffles! Very very good- you cant go wrong with any of them! The place is very small- only about 2 sitting tables but the waffles are so good.

Ar
Review №12

When I went here the guy making the waffles had pre made waffles sitting already. All he did was warm them up which made it super chewy. He did not use fresh batter to make the waffle. Went with high expectations, but super disappointed!

Al
Review №13

Go to place to get a dessert or just a super delicious snack, anytime Im in Sq. Hill. Delicious waffles and milkshakes make it a absolute hidden gem.

Le
Review №14

The waffles are quite nice, but the milkshakes are absolutely divine

Ri
Review №15

One of PGH’s hidden gems in terms of dessert. Very affordable and very yummy Belgian waffles and ice cream. Open till late too so serves as my favorite late night snack! Highly recommend trying this spot out

Bi
Review №16

Best Belgian waffles! I always stop by when Im in the area.

Za
Review №17

Excellent waffles and ice cream. We will definitely be back

Ma
Review №18

A literal hole in the wall, maybe 10 customers could fit in the store at one time, but with these sweet perfectly cooked waffles I can see why there should be a line out the door. This is a favorite spot when a treat is in order.

Am
Review №19

Just wish they would have more topicsAs white chocolate.Since the fresh waffle itself reminds me a lot of Brussels real Belgian waffle .

Ne
Review №20

You cannot go wrong with anything you order here, it is the very best. It is a small place with a loyal fan base that keeps on growing as more and more people find out about it. Highly recommended anytime you are in Pittsburgh.

As
Review №21

Its good not great. The waffle could have more flavor. I ordered the Antwerp with vanilla bean ice cream. I think the ice cream overshadowed the waffle. The staff was OK. A smile goes a long way, even a hint of a smile makes the service so much better. Sitting is tight and old. Would I visit again? Yes. Pricing--$$

Je
Review №22

Does it get better than this? A freshly cooked waffle with your choice of toppings. The place was REALLY small and had limited seating. But the treats make it worth it - go, go, go! What are you waiting for?!

Co
Review №23

Get one with half Nutella and half speckloos Plus bananas and strawberries. It is a Carby delicacy.

J
Review №24

The place smells amazing the minute you step in, from the glorious waffles to the delicious ice cream topping...this place is a MUST try if youre looking for something sweet.

Ha
Review №25

Waffles are delicious; the staff is a bit standoffish.

Ni
Review №26

Great waffles.

Ji
Review №27

Cant think of a better place for delicious waffles. The price and quality are perfect and eating the waffles alone is delicious.

rd
Review №28

Fantastic authentic style Belgian Waffles, can’t beat it. Lots of different toppings to chose from. The best.

Mo
Review №29

We had waffle with 2 ice cream flavours (Nutella, strawberry) since we couldn’t decide on one. Very delicious. Good price. Good service. Best part, great waffle.

Sh
Review №30

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE TO THE MOON AND BACK! Great service, always great waffles, and affordable! Wish they built a store in the south side or south hills!!

Ch
Review №31

I always get the waffle with the speculoos ice cream. Its quite frankly the best dessert ever. There is no way to describe it, you just have to try it.

Su
Review №32

A small shop on Murray which serves probably the tastiest waffles I ever ate.My friend suggested me to try cookie butter and it was really tasty.The waffles are crispy outside and fluffy inside.They have great options to include Nutella or icecream to their waffles.You have dont have many options for the toppings, but you can still Make your own Waffle there.

Jo
Review №33

Im not a giant fan of waffles but got one with a friend. Ended up immediately getting a second one. Highly recommend for a snack!

Mu
Review №34

Best waffles i have ever had

Ch
Review №35

Absolutely fantastic. Went there for the first time with my daughter and was amazed by the quality and the reasonable price. I highly recommend trying this establishment.

Pe
Review №36

Fantastic waffles and quality ice cream.

Ma
Review №37

Awesome place. The owner was very friendly and talkative. Food was amazing! We will definitely be back

El
Review №38

Waffalonia is very tasty indeed, however my last visit I had a hair in my waffle. My friend had this same experience twice. Not great experiences.

Se
Review №39

I had the best waffle of my entire life this morning. I got the liege waffle with whipped cream and blueberries.

Ho
Review №40

Food was great. The smell of the waffles filled the entire place, very very potent and awesome. Staff was alright. Very small location, but good experience nonetheless.

Jo
Review №41

The waffle was good but I was a little confused when he poured a batter into the waffle iron. I know Liege waffles as being a dough with pearl sugar that is more dense than what I got here. I was a good waffle and I would recommend.

Jo
Review №42

Great, homemade Belgian waffles … AND … Dave & Andy’s ice cream. 😊

Ch
Review №43

DELICIOUS and friendly service

Re
Review №44

This place never disappoints. Such a great treat. I studied in Bruges Belgium and I have to say these are sooo authentic. Highly recommend the cookie butter as a topping.

So
Review №45

Good waffles, I recommend the strawberries and whipped cream. A little bit overpriced but not bad. The lattes are good too!

Ca
Review №46

Such an amazing little waffle shop. Menu is super simple and sweet. Walk up and order, you can take it to go or sit and it there. I got the Ghent which had speculoos and bananas, on top of a sweet warm delicious waffle. Definitely check this place out if your in squirrel hill.

Do
Review №47

Super Duper slow! The staff has no sense of urgency. I guess if you’re spending money on a dessert item you shouldn’t be in a hurry, but at the same time it’s frustrating to be in a business without any other customers and still see the staff moving around so slowly! Food is always super delicious but I’m always frustrated with the pace.

Ka
Review №48

The waffles are the best! But I tried to go today, and the employees and customers weren’t wearing masks. I just left. Gotta keep it safe

Di
Review №49

This is my new favorite dessert! The soft warmth of a fresh waffle topped with creamy ice cream and fruit is just the best thing ever! I wish they had more seating because this isn’t something you want to (or can) take home with you. It’s best enjoyed right there and the limited seating options can hamper that. The waffles themselves more than make up for that!! I went with the Antwerp which is their sugar waffle topped with ice cream - I for Nutella flavored ice cream and chocolate sauce. I also added the speculoos syrup which is, trust me, only the best thing ever!! You know those Biscotti cookies that are given out on United? This is a syrup made out of those and is just about the best addition to those waffles. Definitely recommend speculoos on anything you order here. The staff is polite. Be ready for a bit of a wait because making those waffles fresh for each order creates a bit of a bottleneck but it’ll be worth it, trust me!

J
Review №50

This place had a chill, relaxed vibe and numerous options for delicious waffle-confections. My waffle was a botched job, unfortunately - not cooked enough, a little bit more than half of it was still batter inside. But that was just one experience, the waffle did look like it was done, the mistake was totally understandable. It wont polarize my opinion. The waffle-technician was not acting in any way that made me think he was being lazy, incompetent, malicious, or inconsiderate. The other ingredients were fresh, the place was clean and well kept. So while I cant give it more stars, its not because it was aweful or gross. Pobodys nerfect, accidents happen, Ill give them another chance sometime when Im in the area, for sure.

Ma
Review №51

Loved it. Delicious food at a reasonable price. The gnutella/fresh fruit combo is delicious, and the cinnamon ice cream is great!

A
Review №52

My son loves these waffles!!! Fast, polite service.

Sa
Review №53

Not big on waffles but I could eat these waffles everyday. The cookie butter spread and ice cream is everything on a delicious waffle with unlimited toppings. The owner of this place is a very smart person. So yummy!

Je
Review №54

Delicious! Would rate it 10 stars if I could!

Al
Review №55

Pick up and online orders. Great Waffle!

Mi
Review №56

Must try the Belgian hot chocolate and sugar waffle with ice cream it’s Devine !!!!

Ad
Review №57

How can you go wrong with a banana and nutella waffle!?!

Mu
Review №58

Great waffles, they have a nicely firm texture with just the right amount of sweetness. Topped with strawberries and whipped cream and it was a delight. Will come back to try more options and the milkshakes.

Fi
Review №59

Waffles were delicious. Had a scoop of ice cream on the side so the waffle wouldnt be soggy. Ice cream is home made from a local ice cream store. Great small spot.

Sa
Review №60

Over rated. Waffle tasted good, but over priced. Used restroom. It was filthy. UGH. Would not recommend. Gave 3 stars because young lady behind counter was pleasant.

Da
Review №61

This place is very good. The waffles taste great and so do the ice creams and toppings. The first time I went the guy didnt have much patience. It was my first time and I thought it a bit rude. However the second time I went the girl was awesome. Very kind and explained things in detail.

Er
Review №62

A great place to stop in for a quick dessert. I never heard of this place before, but you can smell it when youre walking down the street. I had the Ghent waffle with banana slices and cookie butter. The waffles are warm and fluffy, and the fragrance never gets old.

Ja
Review №63

Amazing! We love the Ghent and always add a scoop of the cookie butter ice cream - never fails to make our day better! Highly recommend!

Ma
Review №64

Fun little concept in an increasingly crowded Squirrel Hill market. Small store, but gets the job done. Decent service, very nice product at a good overall price tag.

Aj
Review №65

I literally had a strand of hair cooked into my waffle. The guy there had long hair and no hair net on. I took it back and he had the nerve to have a attitude. Poor service. Usually satisfy but not today.

Sa
Review №66

Freshly made Belgian Waffles with various toppings, and Ice Cream! There are a handful of locations in Pittsburgh, and all of them are a great stop for your sweet tooth. Each waffle is fresh off the griddle, and sweet enough to eat plain. They also whip up their own whipped cream, and have fresh fruit toppings. The Squirrel Hill location is a cozy nook and isnt big on seating, but that encourages you to take your waffle and munch it outside! Nomnomnomnomnom

Gl
Review №67

Tasty waffles.

er
Review №68

My favourite is waffelonia with strawberry and my son love ice cream on top. So delicious. But only have small space

Ka
Review №69

I got just the simple sugar coated waffle with vanilla and chocolate sauce and felt like I couldve eaten ten more haha. Very yummy.

K
Review №70

Crispy and delicious outside, perfectly undercooked inside. Haha. Love the little chew. Honestly no toppings needed.

Se
Review №71

The owner is so nice and food is awesome

De
Review №72

Waffles are good nothing great, they pre prepare the waffles and heat them up on order.. So be sure to ask for a fresh hot waffle and they will do it

Je
Review №73

This is my personal heaven! You dont have to go to Belgium for great waffles. They have them at Waffallonia! You will not find better, more authentic Belgian waffles anywhere else in America!

St
Review №74

Savor the sugar!!! Great place for dessert. The Cinnamon ice cream is delicious.

Ca
Review №75

One of my preferred places for tasty Desserts. The service was very friendly and attentive. The bill was reasonable.

Ge
Review №76

Really good!

Jo
Review №77

Do I ever love this place. If youre walking past you just cant help but stop and grab something sweet. Absolutely delicious.

Ja
Review №78

Fantastic place for Belgian sugar waffles. They not only have waffles that they make fresh on site, but also a variety of toppings and configurations that you can order for your waffle, including fruit or ice cream, just to name a few. Just be warned though, there isnt exactly much seating in this place to begin with so dont come with a big group

Ha
Review №79

Nice waffles.. Very Belgian.. So different from the American ones.. Very tasty

To
Review №80

Pretty solid sugar waffles that are hard to fine anywhere else in the area. The sugary dough is different from waffles that you would find in stores or at many diners. Depending on how much sweetness you want, you may find a waffle with no toppings sufficiently good; or if youre up for it, go ahead and indulge on the ice cream, nutella, or fruit!

An
Review №81

I am from Oklahoma City. My sister goes to school in Pittsburgh and my family was visiting her over Memorial Day Weekend. We went to Waffalonia to celebrate my Mothers Birthday and it was great! This is one of my mothers favorite places in Pittsburgh and this trip was excellent. We were there about 30 minutes before closing time, but the employee working that night (Im so sorry I didnt catch his name!) was VERY kind and patient with us while all six of us ordered. The menu is simple the waffles are fresh and tasty. I would definitely suggest this place for a treat!

Ry
Review №82

It is a small location, which meant our party of four had to take our food to go. The late night staff gave my wife a blank stare when she tried to be friendly and then ignored her questions about the menu and didnt say anything until we gave our order. The waffles were... Okay. Its possible the off-putting service caused us to be less than satisfied with the food.

Ty
Review №83

Fast waffles, great simple toppings. Even the plain waffles taste great.

Mo
Review №84

It used to be good. Last time i orderd a waffle with few toppings, i received a cold and old waffle that was like chewing a piece of rubber with clusters of sugar in it. I thought it was a one time thing and went back and saw 2 waffels sitting on the counter in the air so i asked politely if it is possible to get a fresh waffle and the answer was NO. I said thank you and left.Why did he say no!?You can figure it on your own when you go there.Theres a new spot in oakland called treats and beans where you can be treated with dignity and get fresh waffles made while you wait instead of wasting your money.

Re
Review №85

Great. Wish they had syrup for my waffle!

Se
Review №86

We arrived pretty late but the woman working there was still super pleasant. as the other reviews note, there isnt much for seating so we took ours to go. she was able to package the Dave & Andys ice cream separately and we built our own when we got home. I have never had a waffle like this in my life...its incredible delightful risen dough rather than the flour/water/egg batter you grew up on. youll never want your moms waffles again.

Ho
Review №87

Be careful these sweet waffles are slightly addicting. I never had a Liège waffle before coming here but I have to think that these are the best in the world. Decent prices, fast and friendly service.The only downside is that the seating area is tight. It would not accommodate a large crowd.But you eat these so fast that the turnover is fairly quick.

Me
Review №88

The BEST dessert place in the entire city.

Ca
Review №89

Cute walk up counter shop with a tasty limited menu. NOT authentic Belgian waffles (if youve ever had a real one from Belgium!), but still tasty esp with strawberries and whip! A good choice esp if the line at pamelas next door is too long.

Mi
Review №90

Very nice sugar waffles in Belgian style with traditional toppings. Also a very unique idea for a place. respect.

Da
Review №91

Delicious! Try the Antwerp with cinnamon ice cream. You wont be disappointed. Unless you dont like chocolate and cinnamon together, in which case, I cant help you.

Li
Review №92

Super yummy waffles with a lot of variety for toppings! Not too much room to sit but I believe theyre in the process of expanding. The speculoos ice cream is awesome here!

GQ
Review №93

Nice little warm shop with a nice liitle warm dish.

Sn
Review №94

This waffle was unlike any Id tasted before. Crispy, stretchy, delightfully sweet. And when combined with strawberries and nutella, heavenly! Cute little place with decent pricing and decent service.Went again, tried the ghent. Charleroi was better in terms of sweetness and flavor. They should add more variety.

Ku
Review №95

Got the cookie butter with strawberries. Sweet and dense waffles with fruit/ice cream toppings. Would go again.

Mi
Review №96

Excellent service, clean and inviting shop. The waffles are AMAZING.

Ка
Review №97

Weird textured waffle but definitely tasty

La
Review №98

Hole in the wall in Squirrel Hill where you can get yummy Belgian-style dessert waffles- coated in melted sugar and served with your choice of sweet toppings. We had one so-so experience where there was a huge line and a newer employee was rushing thru cooking the waffles- several came out undercooked and doughy. It does take awhile to get a waffle made, especially if Waffalonia is busy (itd be great if they invested in a second waffle maker!), but it is so good when done right and its a great late-night dessert option near other eateries and a movie theater!

Ka
Review №99

The best waffles Ive ever had. And at a super great price. And also the toppings and options are great.

Za
Review №100

Place is a little hole in the wall, waffles were excellent, no real atmosphere, very few choices of toppings and they were OUT OF BELGIAN HOT COCOA. When you only have like 10 menu choices, stock them appropriately.

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  • Address:1709 Murray Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, United States
  • Site:http://waffallonia.com/
  • Phone:+1 412-521-4902
Categories
  • Ice cream shop
  • Brunch restaurant
  • Dessert restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:12–10PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–10PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–10PM
  • Thursday:12–10PM
  • Friday:12–10PM
  • Saturday:12–10PM
  • Sunday:12–10PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
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