Mr. Mister Supper Membership
By: Lily Cope
When Government Chef Anthony Pupo opened the doorways to Mr. Mister Supper Membership early final month, he got down to create one thing uncommon: a spot that feels particular with out being reserved for particular events. “We wish individuals right here as soon as per week, not every year,” he says. That philosophy guides all the things—from the nice and cozy, art-deco–impressed ambiance to a menu rooted in acquainted flavors elevated with critical craft.
Mr. Mister sits in Cranberry Township, simply 15–20 minutes exterior downtown Pittsburgh and immediately subsequent door to Jimmy Wan’s. The 2 buildings are even linked by a shared pass-through—a literal opening carved between the areas. What was as soon as a small pizza store and dive bar has been fully remodeled. Beneath the identical possession as Jimmy Wan’s, the adjoining property has grow to be one thing polished, welcoming, and fully new for the world.
Chef Pupo describes his meals as consolation, elevated. His handmade Bolognese—with pork, pancetta, and recent pasta—is already resonating with friends. Practically all the things is crafted in-house. The “Fran & Fudge” entrée part, named after his Italian and Polish grandparents who catered occasions out of their dwelling for many years, honors their affect by way of dishes like a rosemary-garlic pork chop paired with buttery pierogi.
Seafood performs a defining function at Mr. Mister, and Chef Pupo approaches it with intention and enthusiasm. A standout dish is the Orange Hamachi Crudo, which he calls “one of the scrumptious issues I’ve had in my life”—and the numbers show it, with 20–25 orders offered nightly.
Company can even discover a considerate caviar service that includes Canterbury Remedy® caviars, bringing a contact of refinement whereas nonetheless becoming the restaurant’s welcoming, neighborhood really feel.
One other signature is the Crab Hoelzel—made with colossal crab and impressed by the traditional preparation created at Pittsburgh’s historic Duquesne Membership. It’s rapidly turning into one of the talked-about dishes on the menu.
Different seafood highlights embody:
- Oishii® Shrimp Cocktail — “the very best shrimp on the earth,” based on Chef
- A rotating collection of East Coast oysters, typically favoring bigger Canadian and Northeastern varieties
- Branzino, persistently a crowd favourite
- Faroe Island salmon, chosen after in depth tasting and served two methods – together with as an entree utilizing a house-made shrimp dashi crafted from Oishii shells
Altogether, it’s a seafood program that displays each creativity and technical precision.
Although newly opened, Mr. Mister is already incomes reward usually reserved for downtown Pittsburgh’s eating scene. Surrounded by nationwide chains, the restaurant stands out by prioritizing ingredient high quality, scratch cooking, and an unwavering sense of intention behind each plate.
What’s Subsequent
Chef Pupo has no plans to decelerate. Coming quickly:
- A Feast of the Seven Fishes dinner with two seatings in December
- A non-public eating room for as much as 30 friends
- Catering, takeout, and ultimately Sunday brunch
Reservations can be found and inspired.
