PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pirates soon will usher in a new season and a Pittsburgh restaurant group soon ill usher in a new era of North Shore entertainment.
Legacy Hospitality Partners announced that The Plaza at the North Shore will open on April 2, a day before the Bucs’ home opener against the Baltimore Orioles.
The 30,000-square-foot outdoor plaza is located at the intersection of Mazeroski Way and General Robinson Boulevard.
The plaza initially will contain a fast-casual restaurant, SugarBird. A second eatery, Highball Social Club, will open in the plaza footprint in the fall.
As part of the opening festivities, the plaza will host three concerts featuring as yet unannounced national acts during the week of the NFL Draft, which will occur in Pittsburgh next month.
“This is the crown jewel of the North Shore and we are unveiling it at a time when all eyes are on Pittsburgh. We are opening with a lot of fanfare and worldwide notoriety, starting with Opening Day and leading right into the draft,” Legacy Hospitality Partners owner Herky Pollock said.
“The North Shore has rapidly become the city’s premiere entertainment district and we’re committed to taking it to the next level in this district by providing unique and welcoming experiences for every demographic. This project will become part of the fabric and landscape of Pittsburgh as well as The North Shore for generations to come.”
SugarBird will feature a menu of fried chicken, doughnuts and soft serve ice cream. The restaurant also will have a large outdoor patio and a full bar.
The Plaza is home to two performance stages and a 40-foot LED screen that will air games, movies and more.
The space will also feature games, activities, live music, festivals, yoga and more. It also will be available to host large group and corporate events.