Wednesday, October 28, 2009

A Little Bit about Deutschtown

Deutschtown, also known as East Allegheny, holds the title of the second closest area to Downtown right behind the North Shore. The area was originally called Allegheny City when German immigrants settled this area in the early 19th century. An influx of Croatians soon followed. In 1907, Allegheny City was annexed to Pittsburgh, much to the displeasure of most of its residents. During its heyday, 3 story Victorian business buildings, which are still there, contained essential retail outlets such as banks, movie theaters, clothing stores, taverns, etc. The movie theater is gone, but many businesses still thrive in this area and many more are on the way. Some of the newest bright spots for dining on or near East Ohio Street are Serendipity, Rita’s Italian Ice, Bistro to Go, Priory Fine Pastries, and Amani Coffee House. A few of the established businesses that are gems of the city are Legends of the North Shore (http://www.legendsnorthshore.com/), Max’s Allegheny Tavern (http://www.maxsalleghenytavern.com/), and the Park House (Over 100 years old!). Other indispensable businesses include Banks (Citizens, ESB, Huntington just to name a few), Cleaners (Olde Towne Laundry will do your laundry for you for only .90 cents per pound!) Groceries, Liquor/Beer Stores, Barbershops, Beauty Salons, Insurance Agencies, Hardware Stores, Car Services, Real Estate Agencies, Flower Shops, Photography Services, even a European Style hotel - The Priory (http://www.thepriory.com/). Should you require medical attention; Allegheny General Hospital as well as doctors, dentists, pharmacies, and chiropractors are located within the community. Beautiful Cedar Street inWest Deutschtown boarders Allegheny Commons Park which consists of 84 acres of lush park space that stretches all the way to Allegheny West. The park boasts tree lined walking areas, a pool, monuments, kayaking on Lake Elizabeth, and a fantastic Farmer’s Market held on Fridays throughout the growing season. The Aviary, The Children’s Museum, The Hazlett Theater, and so much more are located in or around Deutschtown. There are just too many places to mention so you should check out Deutschtown’s very own website to see all the great assets located in this up and coming neighborhood. http://www.deutschtown.org/index.html This is only part of what makes this area such a gem.

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