Celebrity Picks: Greg Gillis of Girl Talk
Updated: November 14, 2008
Known offstage by his real name, Greg Gillis, this music producer and electronic mash-up artist has played at Coachella and shared the stage with Kanye West and Gnarls Barkley. His precision sampling and onstage antics have earned him a party-heavy cult following. Here he shares some of his favorite haunts, in and around his hometown of Pittsburgh.
Hometown: Pittsburgh
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Peppi's Inc
Write a review1721 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (map)
"This is my favorite sandwich spot in town. The Big Wheeler is an epic feast of sausage and steak, make sure to get the hot pepper relish on it. Get some fries to warm up but don't lose focus on the sandwich. There are a few Peppi's spread around town, but the strip district version is a
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Garfield Artworks
Write a review4931 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 (map)
"This is Manny Theiner's establishment and home. He's a local legend and one of the most insanely awesome guys I've ever met. There are bands of all varieties all the time here. No rules."
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Trader Jack's Flea Market
Read ReviewsSteen & Thoms Run Rd, Oakdale, PA 15071 (map)
"Whether you're looking for classic rock cassettes, free TVs, or weird metal things, this South Hills spot has what you need! It's only open on Saturdays and Sundays from 6am 'til 3pm. There are amazing people everywhere, so it's quite a social event as well!"
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Village Pizza
Read Reviews810 Ivy St, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (map)
"This is one of my main hang-outs in Pittsburgh. They have excellent pizza and a fairly rowdy atmosphere. There's also a bar that fits about 10 people maximum, so get there around noon."
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H2O Nightclub
Write a review2016 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (map)
"One of the few after-hours spots (they serve until 3 or 3:30am) with a central location. Get buck wild all over the dance floor, then go get a hot dog on the street after they kick you out. No fitted caps or white T's allowed."
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