A Brief History of McCandless

McCandless, a lovely and rural neighborhood in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, originally belonged to the Iroquois tribe hundreds of years ago. After the first European settlers arrived in 1796, they took more and more of the land, eventually transforming it into the township we know today. 

McCandless is well known for North Park, which accounts for about 15% of the township’s landmass and dominates its northeastern corner. It’s also well known for its shopping options along McKnight Road and within McCandless Crossing, a hub of commerce and living space. 

With its unique blend of beautiful land, shopping, and good schools, McCandless has been recognized as one of the “Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine!

McCandless is bordered by Pine Township to the north, Hampton Township to the east, Ross Township to the south, and Franklin Park to the west. 

McCandless Emergency Resources

If you have an emergency in McCandless, please dial 9-1-1.

Police - McCandless Police Department

Address: 9955 Grubbs Rd, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 412-369-7992

Fire - Peebles VFD Station 188

Address: 1391 Duncan Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-364-2112
Website: http://peeblesfire.org/ 

Fire - Highland VFD

Address: 8705 Harold Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-366-3473
Website: http://www.highlandfire.org/ 

Fire - Ingomar Volunteer Fire Company

Address: 10176 Old Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 412-364-3571
Website: http://ingomarfire.com/ 

Hospital - AHN McCandless Neighborhood Hospital

Address: 950 Duncan Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 878-999-9035
Website: https://www.ahnneighborhood.org/locations/mccandless/ 

Hospital - UPMC Passavant - McCandless

Address: 100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-367-6700
Website: https://www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/passavant/locations/mccandless 

Top McCandless Restaurants

McCandless is packed with great restaurants! Here are some of the best places to eat, based on their Google ratings: 

Erin’s Deli

Google Rating: 4.8/5
About: Known for both its catering service and its delectable restaurant options, Erin’s Deli is a lovely option for both breakfast and lunch!
Address: 8340 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-366-5095
Website: https://www.erinsfinefoods.com/ 

The New York Hot Dog Shop

Google Rating: 4.7/5
About: The New York Hot Dog Shop might be tucked away, but it’s worth finding! Although it’s best known for its gourmet hot dogs, locals also rave about their sandwiches and lunch options.
Address: 9022 Old Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-951-9955

Totin’s Diner

Google Rating: 4.6/5
About: Praised for its large portions and home-cooked flavors, Totin’s Diner is a great spot for breakfast or a late lunch!
Address: 10283 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 724-759-7102
Website: http://www.totinsdiner.org/ 

Bellisario’s Restaurant

Google Rating: 4.5/5
About: Originally opened in 1975 by two Italian brothers, Bellisario’s continues its tradition of authentic Italian cuisine today!
Address: 1710 Duncan Ave, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 412-367-7616
Website: http://www.bellisariosrestaurant.com/ 

DiBella’s Subs

Google Rating: 4.5/5
About: As one of the most popular sub stores in the Pittsburgh region, DiBella’s Subs prides itself on always having fresh-baked bread and plenty of flavor!
Address: 9030 St Simon Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-358-8525
Website: http://www.dibellas.com/ 

First Watch

Google Rating: 4.5/5
About: Open daily from 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM, First Watch is a go-to location for both traditional and innovative takes on breakfast, brunch, and lunch classics. 
Address: 9176 Covenant Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-367-3447
Website: https://www.firstwatch.com/locations/mccandless/ 

Pietro’s Pizzeria

Google Rating: 4.5/5
About: Pietro’s Pizzeria can trace its roots back to Italy, where its founder and namesake was born. Today, the pizza shop prides itself on using fresh ingredients, including local cheeses from the Verona-based Lamagna Cheese Co. 
Address: 719 W Ingomar Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-364-9799
Website: http://www.pietrosingomar.com/

OTB at the North Park Boathouse

Google Rating: 4.5/5
About: This bike-themed restaurant was built overlooking North Park Lake, so you’ll get great views while enjoying a great meal!
Address: 10301 Pearce Mill Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 724-940-5000
Website: http://www.otbbicyclecafe.com/ 

Tomato Pie Cafe

Google Rating: 4.4/5
About: Despite its name, the Tomato Pie Cafe does make pizza with cheese—and it’s highly reviewed by the people who eat there!
Address: 885 E Ingomar Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 412-364-6622
Website: http://thetomatopiecafe.com/ 

Burgatory

Google Rating: 4.4/5
About: Burgatory is well known around Pittsburgh for its customizable gourmet burgers!
Address: 700 Providence Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-369-4080
Website: https://burgatorybar.com/

McCandless Neighborhood Parks

North Park

Address: 303 Pearce Mill Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Features:

  • Swimming Pool

  • Kayak Rentals

  • Hiking

  • Basketball Courts

  • Ice Rink

  • Nature Center

  • Dog Parks

  • Tennis Courts

  • Golf Course

Potter Park

Address: Harmony Road
Features:

  • Hiking 

  • Lake

Wall Park

Address: Corner of Sloop Road and Rochester Road
Features:

  • Baseball Field

  • Tennis Courts

  • Playground

  • Basketball Court

  • Dek Hockey Court

  • Volleyball Court

  • Pavilion

Vincentian Recreation Complex

Address: Off Peebles Road
Features: 

  • Baseball Fields

  • Concession Stand

  • Playground

Vestal Park

Address: Vestal Park Lane / Between Pine Creek Road and Route 19
Features:

  • Baseball fields

  • Concession stand

  • Natural Trail

  • Wooden Pedestrian Bridge

Top McCandless Shopping Locations

Despite being a largely residential township, McCandless has some of the best shopping centers in Pittsburgh!

McIntyre Square

Address: McIntyre Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-391-6060

  • Groceries

  • Home Goods

  • Clothing

  • Restaurants

  • Home Improvement

  • Restaurants

McCandless Crossing

Address: 8878 Covenant Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Phone: 919-965-5661

  • Books

  • Home Supplies

  • Home Improvements

  • Restaurants

  • Telecommunications

  • Clothing

  • Hotel

  • Sporting Goods

  • Hair Salon

Pine Creek Shopping Center

Address: 9805 McKnight Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-391-6060

  • Pharmacy

  • Restaurants

  • Groceries

  • Gyms

McCandless Neighborhood Gyms

Planet Fitness

Address: 9805 McKnight Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-981-5105
Website: https://www.planetfitness.com/gyms/mccandless-pa 

Anytime Fitness

Address: 9795 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 724-759-2400 
Website: https://www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/4324/Wexford-PA-15090/ 

The Barre Code

Address: 741 Providence Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Phone: 412-364-4230
Website: https://thebarrecode.com/pa-pittsburgh-pghn/ 

LA Fitness

Address: 741 Providence Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Phone: 412-364-4230
Website: https://thebarrecode.com/pa-pittsburgh-pghn/ 

The CMPLX Gym

Address: 9422 Peebles Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 718-809-3181

D-Fit

Address: 9951 Old Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 412-376-7008

Schools in McCandless

Memorial Park Christian Preschool

Address: 8800 Peebles Road Allison Park, PA 15101 
Phone: 412-364-9492
Website: https://www.memorialparkchurch.org/preschool 

Ingomar Elementary School

Address: 602 W Ingomar Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-366-9665
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/domain/11 

Hosack Elementary School

Address: 9275 Peebles Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 412-366-9664
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/Domain/10 

Peebles Elementary School

Address: 8625 Peebles Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-366-9667
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/pes 

Providence Heights Alpha School

Address: 9000 Babcock Blvd, Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone: 412-366-4455
Website: https://www.alphaschool.org/ 

McKnight Elementary School

Address: 500 Cumberland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-635-4105 
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/MCK 

North Allegheny Intermediate High School

Address: 350 Cumberland Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Phone: 412-369-5530
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/nai 

North Allegheny Senior High School

Address: 10375 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 724-934-7200 
Website: https://www.northallegheny.org/NASH 

CCAC North Campus

Address: 8701 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-369-3600
Website: https://www.ccac.edu/ 

La Roche University

Address: 9000 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-367-9300
Website: https://www.laroche.edu/ 

McCandless Access to Major Roadways

McKnight Road - McKnight runs through the middle of McCandless in its southern portion, so it’s easy to find and easy to access! 

Route 19 - Like McKnight, Route 19 runs through McCandless, but it stretches all the way through it, north to south. 

Public Transportation In McCandless

Bus lines that serve McCandless include:

  • 12 McKnight - The 12 McKnight runs between Downtown and McCandless, stopping at popular places like Ross Park Mall, McIntyre Square, La Roche College, and McCandless Park & Ride. 

  • O12 McKnight Flyer - The O12 McKnight Flyer runs a slightly bigger route than the 12 McKnight, but also makes fewer stops. 

  • O5 Thompson Run Flyer - The O5 Thompson Run Flyer makes four stops in the North Hills: 

    • Thompson Run Road opposite Seibert Road

    • Peebles Road past Duncan Avenue

    • North Park Pool Park and Ride

    • Hemlock Drive at Sample Road

McCandless Contractors

Construction

O’Dell Contracting
Address:
10260 Rinaman Rd, Wexford, PA 15090
Phone: 724-272-6002
Website: https://odellcontracting.com/ 

Tritinger Contracting
Phone:
412-855-1140

JASE Construction Services
Phone:
412-366-4275
Website: http://www.jasellc.com/ 

Bridges Co.
Phone: 412-837-1381
Website:
https://bridgespbt.com/ 

Foxlane Homes Pittsburgh
Phone:
412-752-0777
Website: https://foxlanehomes.com/cities/pittsburgh/

Pollybro Home Remodeling
Phone:
414-352-0327
Address: 9926 E Moccasin Trail, Wexford, PA 15090

SelectDecks
Phone:
412-345-1623
Address: 8878 Covenant Ave #115, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 
Website: https://www.selectdecks.com/ 

Roofing

Watertight Roofing Systems
Phone:
844-448-7663
Address: 5923 Pavillion Ct, Wexford, PA 15090
Website: https://www.watertightroofingsystems.com/ 

Electric

Langhorst Electric
Phone:
724-759-9030
Address: 388 Brooks Rd, Wexford, PA 15090

Plumbing

Greater Pittsburgh Plumbing
Phone:
412-223-2560
Address: 10263 Perry Hwy, Wexford, PA 15090
Website: http://www.greaterpghplumbing.com/ 

Matoka & Sons Plumbing
Phone:
412-837-2145
Address: 140 Perryvista Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237

Flooring

Young Brothers Flooring
Phone:
412-364-5151
Address: 8232 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh, PA 15237