Specialty Tacos
Authentic Mexican tacos with various meat options served on corn or flour tortillas. Al Pastor is a customer favorite with generous portions.
- Available Mexican-style on corn tortillas
- Al Pastor portions are notably large
At a Glance
La Bodega specializes in Mexican fusion cuisine, particularly known for their innovative birria pizza and generous taco portions. While customers praise the creative menu and friendly service during busy periods, some dishes can be inconsistent with seasoning, making it a hit-or-miss experience that's beloved by regulars but requires careful menu selection.
- Creative menu items
- Generous portions
- Fast service during rush
- Authentic churros
Why Customers Choose LA BODEGA
Based on 298 customer reviews
- Unique birria pizza not found elsewhere in Pittsburgh
- Mexican-style tacos on fresh corn tortillas
- Lunch specials include chips, salsa, and dessert
- Quick service even during busy bar crawl crowds
- Late night dining option for Mexican food
- Authentic churros made fresh daily
Location & Local Context
Address: 1502 E Carson St #189, Pittsburgh, PA 15203, USA
Phone: (412) 586-4596
Hours: Friday 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM, Monday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Sunday 12:00 – 10:00 PM, Tuesday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM, Saturday 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM, Thursday 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM, Wednesday 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Parking: Street parking available on surrounding blocks
Peak times: Friday and Saturday 8pm-midnight during bar crawls
Nearby neighborhoods: Strip District, Lawrenceville, Downtown Pittsburgh
Nearby landmarks: Near Heinz Field, 15 minutes from University of Pittsburgh, Close to Strip District shopping
Services & Offerings
Birria Pizza
Signature fusion dish combining traditional birria with pizza format. A unique offering that draws customers seeking something different.
- Quesadilla-style preparation
- Popular item but may need additional seasoning
Lunch Specials
Complete meal deals that include entree, sides, and dessert. Designed to provide good value for midday dining.
- Includes chips and salsa
- Comes with two churros for dessert
Churros & Desserts
Fresh churros served with dulce de leche that customers consistently rate as the highlight of their meal.
- Made fresh throughout the day
- Served with dulce de leche dipping sauce
Customer Reviews
⭐ 4.2 out of 5
298 total reviews
Most Frequently Mentioned
- Generous portions (45 mentions)
- Fast service (38 mentions)
- Birria pizza (32 mentions)
- Churros quality (24 mentions)
Rating steady at 4.2 stars over last 6 months. 23 new reviews this month.
★★★★★
“Absolutely fire food! I got two Al Pastor tacos, Mexican style on corn tortillas and it was so much food! Will deffo be back, the guy working was so nice and efficient even when the line starting piling up he took care of everyone quickly and with kindness!”
— Alyssa Cox★★★★★
“I went there with a group of friends during a bar crawl. The place was packed yet our food was made fast and was absolutely delicious. I wish I took more pictures but by the time I brought my phone out everyone's food was gone!!! Thanks for the wonderful meal!”
— Can Bar★★★★★
“The birria pizza was outstanding the only thing I wish they did was put an additional layer of cheese on top to make it more “pizza” like. It’s basically an expensive quesadilla at this point but it still tasted good. Needed salt but I added some adobo once I got home and it was perfect”
— Stephanie Flaherty★★★★★
“Definitely go to other Mexican eateries if you’re craving Mexican food. The lunch special sounded nice and to be honest the portion was good, but still wasn’t worth it. The burrito was big but tasted odd and fell apart immediately. Had to eat it with a fork and knife which isn’t what you want from a burrito. It seemed to be missing cheese and for some reason had zucchini randomly in it. I really did not like the burrito and my stomach was upset all day. The lunch special comes with chips and salsa and two churros. I had to remind them about this part ten minutes in. The chips were fine but the salsa wasn’t the best. Actually tasted better dipping the chips in the dulce de leche that came with the churros. The churros were the best part of the meal tbh. So maybe come here if you’re craving churros and can’t find them anywhere else at the hour.”
— Jessica Ureste (Jess)Frequently Asked Questions
It's a unique fusion dish that combines traditional Mexican birria with a quesadilla-style pizza format, not found at other local restaurants.
Yes, lunch specials include an entree, chips and salsa, plus two churros for dessert.
Mexican-style uses corn tortillas and traditional toppings, while American-style typically uses flour tortillas with cheese and lettuce.
Yes, we stay open late and are experienced serving large groups during Pittsburgh's popular bar crawl routes.
Some add-ons like beans may have additional charges. Please ask when ordering for current pricing.
Business Activity
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Weekend nights 8pm-midnight
Daily specials: Lunch combos available
Popular this month: Birria pizza, Al Pastor tacos, Churros
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Reviews & Reputation32/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement5/15
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