Breakneck Tavern

Name: Breakneck Tavern
Address: 273 Mars Valencia Rd, Mars, PA, United States, 16046
Telephone: (724) 625-9150
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (1811)

$30 and under

American

273 Mars Valencia Rd, Mars, PA 16046

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

Breakneck Tavern is conveniently on Route 228 just 10 minutes from the Cranberry interchange. We are a Vintage Industrial Eco-Sustainable restaurant with a scratch menu influenced by Cajun/Creole and Southern BBQ cooking. Our menu offers a large selection of Sustainable Seafood and Farm to Table responsible ingredients. We have 41 beers, a Vintage inspired Cocktail list and extensive Wine List. We are open seven days a week for lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cajun, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(724) 625-9150
Website
http://www.breaknecktavern.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Dale Mangan
Catering
Off premise drop off catering available. Contact our Event Coordinator at events@breaknecktavern.com
Private party facilities
Private dining available. Seating from 20-40 and Cocktail Parties from 20-50 guests. Minimum purchase required.

Location
273 Mars Valencia Rd, Mars, PA 16046
Neighborhood
Wexford
Cross street
Rt. 228
Parking details
Large pavement lot with lighting.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Cajun PEI Mussels$13.00
Prince Edward Island Mussels, Andouille Sausage, Seasonal Vegetables, Cream, Grilled Bread
Crab Dip$13.00
Cajun fried pita chips
Smoked Wings
Cherrywood Smoked, sauces: house BBQ, dry rub, house buffalo, secret sauce. Served with blue cheese, celery & carrots
- 6$9.00
- 12$15.00
Spicy Ahi Tuna Tartare$13.00
Toasted Sesame Wasabi Crisps, Tobiko, Wakame Salad & Jalapenos
Seared Scallops$14.00
Cajun cream spinach, smoked corn & crispy potatoes
Bruschetta$9.00
Chiabatta, fresh mozzarella, salsa verde, grated asiago
Gorgonzola Hummus$8.00
Served with cajun fried pita chips, celery & carrot sticks
Crispy Calamari$8.00
Spicy Ginger Mango Sauce
Stuffed Peppers$10.00
Local pork sausage stuffed banana peppers, pomodoro sauce, provolone

Grilled Flatbread Pizza

Wild Mushroom$14.00
Seasonal Mushrooms, Goat Rodeo Stampede Cheese, Gorgonzola, Charred Onion, Baby Spinach & Roasted Garlic
Smoked Chicken$14.00
Prosciutto de Parma, Pomodoro Sauce, Salsa Verde & Fontina
Feature Flatbread
Fresh Daily Creation, See your server for today's creation

Sandwiches & Burgers

Served with choice of fresh house BBQ chips or french fries. Vegetarian? Sub portobella for meat on any burger or sandwich!

Pastrami Reuben$14.00
House smoked pastrami, swiss, eichner farm sauerkraut & russian sauce on marble rye
Breakneck Burger$13.00
House ground steak burger, Baby Arugula, Pickled Red Onion, Smoked Cheddar, BBQ Rum Aioli
Pastrami Burger$15.00
House ground steak burger, house smoked pastrami, fried egg, swiss, baby arugula, tomato, brioche bun & russian sauce
Fish Sandwich$13.00
Beer battered, slaw & cajun remoulade
Crab Cake Sandwich$14.00
Fried green tomato, baby arugula, cajun remoulade & toasted onion kaiser
Grilled Portobello & Halloumi Wrap$12.00
Arugula, roasted red pepper, grilled asparagus, Honey Whole Wheat Wrap, secret sauce & salsa verde
Bison Burger$16.00
Smoked Gouda, Charred Onion, Frisee, Crispy Proscuitto & Horseradish Mayo

Soups & Salads

Add to any salad: pork belly $3, chicken $4, *flat iron steak $6, shrimp $5. Crab cake $7, salmon $6, halloumi $3, fries $2

Tavern Soups$8.00
Choice: Soup of the Day, Seafood Chowder or beer cheese with potato and
Quinoa & Baby Kale$8.00
Avocado, Black Beans, Trinity Blend, Grape Tomatoes, Celery & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Chopped Cobb$8.00
Romaine, egg, tomato, avocado, red onion, cucumber, bacon, blue cheese crumble, red wine vinaigrette
Roasted Beet$8.00
Baby arugula, pistachios, charred onion, goat cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
Baby Spinach & Frisee$8.00
Trinity Blend, Fried Plantains, Pepita Seeds, Feta & Lemon Honey Vinaigrette

Mixed Grill Entrées

Scallops$27.00
Jumbo Scallops, Jambalaya with Andouille Sausage, Creole Marinara & Trinity Blend
Grouper$27.00
Grilled with garlicky broccoli rabe, andouille sausage, crispy potatoes & citrus beurre blanc
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$27.00
Baby spinach, Smoked Corn & Remoulade
Skuna Bay Salmon$24.00
Garlicky broccoli rabe, andouille sausage, crispy potatoes & citrus beurre blanc
Sesame & Chia Seed Seared Tuna*$28.00
Garlicky broccoli rabe, charred onions, crispy kale & ponzu sauce
New Zealand Lamb Rack*$27.00
Pistacio crusted rack, Whipped Celery Root, charred brussels sprouts & natural jus
Pork Chop*$22.00
Brown sugar apples, roasted fingerling potato & cabbage hash
Ribs Half/Full Rack
Crispy potatoes & napa cabbage slaw
- Ribs Half$16.00
- Full Rack$30.00
NY Strip*$31.00
House Cut 14oz. Strip, Whipped Celery Root, Seasonal Vegetable & Compound Butter
Filet Mignon*$33.00
Yukon gold whipped potato, Steamed Asparagus & red wine demi glaze
Eichner Farm Chicken$23.00
Smoked corn & bacon risotto, baby spinach & sauterns reduction
Cajun Blue Crab Pasta$21.00
Jumbo lump crab, Smoked Corn, Red & Yellow Peppers, tomato & fresh linguini tossed in a cajun cream
Brisket "Mac & Cheese"$16.00
Cherry Wood Smoked Brisket, Queso, English Peas and Seasoned Panko
Shrimp 'n' Grits$19.00
Sautéed gulf shrimp, Creole Pomodoro, Cheddar Grits
Portobello & Vegetable Linguini$16.00
Smoked corn, Trinity Blend, portobella mushroom, spinach, goat cheese & EVOO
Hanger Steak$28.00
Truffle Mashed Purple Potato, Roasted Shallots & Cimichurri

Shareable

Charred Brussels Sprouts$8.00
Asiago, EVOO & Lemon Aioli
Wild Mushroom Risotto$8.00
Seasonal Mushrooms & Fine Herbs
Smoked Corn & Bacon Risotto$8.00
Mascarpone Cheese Blend
Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00
Remoulade & Hoppin' John Salad
Jambalaya$8.00
Creole Marinara, Jasmine Rice, House Andouille Sausage & Trinity Blend

What 1,811 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Breakneck Tavern is known for its "smoked wings best in Pittsburgh" and a diverse menu ranging from filet to crab dip. Guests love the lively bar scene and historic ambiance. Despite occasional slow service, the food is praised as "always delicious," with standout dishes like lamb chops and bison burgers. Enjoy the outdoor patio and exceptional service from staff like Hannah and William.

1,811 Reviews

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Walt VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Smoked wings best in Pittsburgh. Great variety… do you want a filet or crab dip? Great bar scene also adjacent restaurant
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Andrew
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took clients here for lunch. They live in the area and had never been. They were really happy with the food and will be back.
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Kirsten
Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Usually the food is phenomenal, but this time my chicken was over done and the bacon was so burnt that it was nearly ash. I couldn’t believe they sent a plate out like that. Completely inedible. Also, the music was okay for us, but I’m sure someone with small children would be rather disturbed by the eff bombs in the lyrics.
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GWEN
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great! We had the crab dip and the cajun pita chips for an appetizer which we really enjoyed. I had the blackened grouper and it was cooked perfectly. My husband had a burger and fries and really enjoyed that as well. We sat in the bar and the service was wonderful! We will be back.
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Daniel VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA12 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Mother’s Day Disappointment – Burrata BLT with Chicken I ordered the Burrata BLT with chicken for Mother's Day dinner, and unfortunately, it fell far short of expectations. The salad was supposed to feature mixed greens, heirloom tomato (4 slices) ,warm pork belly, pickled red onion (there were no onions), red wine vinaigrette, and balsamic reduction. What I received was a plate with very little mixed greens, cold and burnt pork belly (definitely not warm), and a few pieces of dry, cold chicken. You can clearly see the burnt proteins in the photos. I smiled through the meal because I didn’t want to spoil the evening for my daughter and son-in-law, but I was truly disappointed. For a special occasion like Mother's Day, this dish should have been fresh, well-prepared, and served at the proper temperature. Sadly, it wasn’t. It should have never left the kitchen.
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Amanda VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA7 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We were there for over an hour before we got our food and the restaurant was only half full.
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Andrea VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Disappointed. It took 45 minutes to get our food and it was cold when it should have been hot.
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Rhoda
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We have eat here many times before and always enjoyed it, but not been for a while,it was very busy,our reservation was for 6 15pm we were seated promptly, however after placing our order the food took an hour and 45min to get to our table, and it was only warm at best.I find this wait unacceptable. The waitress did come several times and apologize. We ordered the dongnuts for desert,and they were very disappointing, over cooked and burnt. I dont think we will be back anytime soon.
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Renee VIP
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really had a great time. The outdoor patio has reopened and it was delightful. The service was great and the food and drink were OUTSTANDING! We had crab-stuffed rainbow trout that was out of this world. The mussels and chicken tacos, favorites of ours, never disappoint. Breakneck Tavern is our go-to restaurant in the area. We love it!
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CathyB VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA14 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Everything was good, but the “over easy” eggs were definitely over cooked on both of our meals. The waitress offered to have them redone, but we were halfway through our meal before she checked back with us, and it wasn’t worth the inconvenience. An adjustment to the bill would have been nice, but none was offered.
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Breakneck Tavern is rated 4.5 stars by 1811 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

273 Mars Valencia Rd, Mars, PA 16046

Additional information

Cross street
Rt. 228
Neighborhood
Wexford
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cajun, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large pavement lot with lighting.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Dale Mangan
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.breaknecktavern.com/
Phone number
(724) 625-9150
Catering
Off premise drop off catering available. Contact our Event Coordinator at events@breaknecktavern.com
Private party facilities
Private dining available. Seating from 20-40 and Cocktail Parties from 20-50 guests. Minimum purchase required.

Breakneck Tavern

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Apetizers & Small Plates

Cajun PEI Mussels$13.00

Crab Dip$13.00

Smoked Wings

Spicy Ahi Tuna Tartare$13.00

Seared Scallops$14.00

Bruschetta$9.00

Gorgonzola Hummus$8.00

Crispy Calamari$8.00

Stuffed Peppers$10.00

Grilled Flatbread Pizza

Wild Mushroom$14.00

Smoked Chicken$14.00

Feature Flatbread

Sandwiches & Burgers

Pastrami Reuben$14.00

Breakneck Burger$13.00

Pastrami Burger$15.00

Fish Sandwich$13.00

Crab Cake Sandwich$14.00

Grilled Portobello & Halloumi Wrap$12.00

Bison Burger$16.00

Soups & Salads

Tavern Soups$8.00

Quinoa & Baby Kale$8.00

Chopped Cobb$8.00

Roasted Beet$8.00

Baby Spinach & Frisee$8.00

Mixed Grill Entrées

Scallops$27.00

Grouper$27.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$27.00

Skuna Bay Salmon$24.00

Sesame & Chia Seed Seared Tuna*$28.00

New Zealand Lamb Rack*$27.00

Pork Chop*$22.00

Ribs Half/Full Rack

NY Strip*$31.00

Filet Mignon*$33.00

Eichner Farm Chicken$23.00

Cajun Blue Crab Pasta$21.00

Brisket "Mac & Cheese"$16.00

Shrimp 'n' Grits$19.00

Portobello & Vegetable Linguini$16.00

Hanger Steak$28.00

Shareable

Charred Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Wild Mushroom Risotto$8.00

Smoked Corn & Bacon Risotto$8.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$8.00

Jambalaya$8.00

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