FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 2017
PIRATES ANNOUNCE NEW FOOD, BEVERAGE AND FAN VALUES OPTIONS Concessionaire Partners Aramark and Levy Release Full Menu Options
The Pittsburgh Pirates today released the new updates to the PNC Park food and beverage menus with concessionaire partners Levy Restaurants and Aramark.
Pirates concessionaire partner Levy Restaurants operate all premium locations throughout the ballpark including the Suite Level, Pittsburgh Baseball Club and Lexus Club. Aramark provides food and beverage services in all general admission areas including the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club, the Riverwalk, and more.
Pirates fans will also have several unique fan value ticket choices allowing more opportunities to save throughout the 2017 season. Please see below for a list and description of the many offerings at PNC Park:
Premium Seat / Suite Level (Levy Restaurants): Levy Restaurants, the official restaurant partner of the premium seating areas of PNC Park, will introduce the following new offerings available in all PNC Park suites: City of Bridges Package o Endless ballpark snacks/salsa and guacamole sampler/garden pantry, oven/seasonal fruit selection/Italian chopped bruschetta salad/summer farro salad/Strip District Italian hoagie/guilt-free hot dogs/three rivers spicy Italian sausage/chicken breast milanese Housemade Bavarian Soft Pretzel Box o Hand crafted salted and cinnamon sugar dusted pretzel twist and mini knots, accompanied by whole grain mustard, spiced beer cheese and cream cheese dip Honey Grilled Watermelon Caprese o Field greens, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, clover honey, and balsamic reduction Summer Farro Salad o Sweet onion, shaved carrot, celery, cherry tomato, cucumber, basil, red wine vinaigrette Classic Pittsburgh Pasta Salad o Onion, tomatoes, red bell peppers, black olives, parsley, zesty Italian vinaigrette Smoked Kielbasa Sliders o Sauerkraut, spicy mustard, pepper jack cheese, mini onion rolls Herb Rosti Potatoes o Shredded Yukon potatoes, fresh herbs, shallots, carrots, sweet red peppers Roasted Fondant Potatoes o Rosemary, fresh thyme, garlic --more--
Beverage Offerings Include: RiverTowne Hala Kahki o The name "Hala Kahiki" (hahlah-kah-hee-kee), originates from the Hawaiian words for pineapple. Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc o Bright citrus aromas complemented by tropical notes. Refreshing flavors of melon lead to juicy Meyer lemon zest flavors on the mid palate, and a long, clean, and balanced finish. The Show Malbec o This Malbec exudes dark fruit, spice and toasty oak. The Show Cabernet Sauvignon o Big and bold, it is dominated by full flavors of dried black cherries, jammy preserves and complex toasty, vanilla, and spicy oak.
Along with the physical enhancements to each suite, the food presentations have been upgraded with induction heating units, brushed stainless heat lamps, Le Creuset enameled cast iron serving pans.
Premium Seat / Lexus Club (Levy Restaurants) Levy Restaurants, the official restaurant partner of the premium seating areas of PNC Park, will introduce the following new offerings in Lexus Club Action Station: Custom built induction burner action station has been added to the dining room to deliver an exciting atmosphere and freshest possible food selections for guests. o Chef tossed pastas, Asian inspired stir-fry are just a few examples of features to look forward to this season in the Lexus Club. Wine Flights o Select up to three wine selections to get feel for breadth or depth of the wine selection. Guests can learn about different components of the wine and try recommended food pairings with the daily menu. Craft Beer Selection o A wider and broader range of craft beer selections will be available to guests. Candy Wall Re-Fresh! o The candy wall has been upgraded and now offers even more candy favorites. Frozen Drink o New frozen drinks will now available in the seating area, offering a cool refreshing drink on those hot summer days.
Pittsburgh Baseball Club Level (Levy Restaurants): Tres Rios Taqueria Located on the PBC level, featuring made to order street tacos, nachos and hand crafted tequila cocktails is a great gathering space for fans. Il Forno Brick oven pizzas featuring traditional favorites on hand stretched dough, and quick fired at 700 degrees in the 5000-pound stone oven. Bridges Burgers A club level favorite, burgers made fresh to order. In addition, the chefs will feature a rotating burger special offering a unique burger special during each homestand. Local Sausages The Pittsburgh Baseball Club Level will continue to offer local Silverstar sausages paired with great local brews, and keep an eye open for rotating house made foot-long sausage specials. Gelato Cart Fans can cool down with a wide assortment of hand scooped gelato flavors from Millie’s ice cream.
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Craft Beer Offerings on the PBC level PNC Park’s Club Level features 30 different local craft beers including selections from Fatheads, Full Pint, East End Brewing Company, Great Lakes and more.
General Concessions (Aramark):
TOPPS “Incredible Eats” Trading Cards In celebration of the distinctive fare available at ballparks, Topps has immortalized some of the most popular and iconic ballpark fare on trading cards. Aramark has teamed with Topps, the exclusive trading card partner of Major League Baseball, for special “Incredible Eats” trading cards. The trading cards consist of several signature Aramark crave-able menu items throughout the league, including PNC Park’s own Cracker Jack & Mac Dog. The 2017 Topps Opening Day packs can be found at mass retailers and local hobby shops.
New Destination Spots Operated by Aramark
The Market The Market is a new area located behind section 118 and will offer rotating menus per homestand with three hot food stations, cold grab and go sandwiches and salad options, specialty/healthy snacks, and unique beverages. The offerings in the market will change each homestand, with the opening homestand including:
Grab and Go: Chicken Caesar Salad Romaine, roast cauliflower, pretzel croutons, parmesan cheese, Caesar dressing Marinated Kale Salad - Vegan Yellow beets, wheat berries, roast leeks, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, maple-tahini dressing Antipasto Salad Baby greens, salami, pepperoni, croutons, roast bell pepper, artichokes, olives, fresh mozzarella, pepperoncini dressing Tuna Salad Sandwich Pickled apples, cranberries, celery, spinach, wheat bread Cucumbers Sandwiches - Vegan Non-dairy dill cream cheese, spinach, fresh and pickled cucumbers Korean Beef Wrap Bibb lettuce, cucumbers, Asian pear slaw, hoisin mayo, honey wheat wrap Hummus, Veggies, and Pita Plate – Vegetarian Lemon-garlic hummus, cucumbers, carrots, celery, and pita bread
Action Stations: Beer and Juniper Braised Kielbasa Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and house sauce, on “BreadWorks” thick cut marble rye Slow Cooked Short Rib-Mac and Cheese Aged cheddar cream, mozzarella curds, golden raisins, rich demi-glace, crispy herb crunch Hand-Carved House Made Porchetta Sandwich Arugula, tomatoes, and a lemon-caper mayo spread, on “BreadWorks” ciabatta
Future menu features will include: Crab Doughnuts (available throughout second homestand) House made crab doughnut holes, with chive’d tartar sauce, apple slaw, served with potato chips, these will be available during the Pirates second homestand in section 118 at the Market. Crispy Pork Belly Haluski (available throughout the third homestand) A Pittsburgh classic features egg noodles, tossed with butter-braised cabbage, and caramelized onions, topped with crispy pork belly, sour cream, and chives.
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Carved Cold Smoked Prime Rib (available throughout the fifth homestand) Served with tarragon horseradish, spinach, pickled red onions, on a brioche bun, with sea salted potato chips.
Sweet Spot The popular Sweet Spot has been relocated, but with same great offerings. With its new location behind section 107, Sweet Spot will offer both Local Iconic Islay’s hard scoop and soft serve ice creams, including Islay’s famous Whitehouse Cherry amongst other local fan favorites.
Miller Lite Crow’s Nest The new Miller Lite Crow’s Nest is a new adult beverage bar located in the right field plaza area and will be open before and during every Pirates home game. It will offer a variety of local, domestic, import and craft beers, served in 16 and 24-ounce cans.
Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club – Located in the left field area of PNC Park, the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club is a unique area of the ballpark open to all ticket holders before, during and after each game. Once again, this season the Club will offer a complete selection of Rivertowne Brewing craft beers available on tap, such as: RT Lager Hala Kahiki - Pineapple Ale Old Wylie’s IPA Jah Mon It's Always a Home Game
Some of our new food options available in the Rivertowne Brewing Hall of Fame Club include: Buffalo’d Cauliflower – Vegan Served with vegan ranch dressing That’s One Spicy Burger Ground daily “Weiss” special blend burger, topped with applewood smoked bacon, jalapeno-pesto mayo, pepper jack cheese, charred banana peppers, and roasted tomato spread, on a toasted “Breadworks” brioche bun Ultimate Vegan Burger- Vegan It is a beefless burger patty, topped with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and vegan secret sauce, on a “BreadWorks” sesame seed bun Bacon Wrapped Char Dog An all-beef footlong hot dog, topped with your choice of toppings, to include, chili, cheese, pulled pork, sauerkraut, onions and peppers Salt and Pepper Strip Steak An 8-ounce strip steak seared to your liking with mustard-buttered potatoes, and a “Local Amish” smoked blue cheese-tomato salad Street Potatoes o Crispy fried potatoes, topped with chorizo, queso fresco, chipotle mayo, and fresh cilantro
Riverwalk Grill (located in section 144): Signature items in this area include: Cracker Jack & Mac Dog Foot-long all-beef hot dog topped macaroni and cheese, salted caramel sauce, fried jalapenos on naan bread and served with Cracker Jacks. House BURGHer Stak - Boardwalk style fries, topped with all the burger essentials, seasoned ground beef, American cheese, grilled onions, our house secret sauce, fresh tomatoes, shaved iceberg, and topped with a toasted brioche slider bun.
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Other Ballpark Offerings from Aramark:
Ultimate Vegan Burger (available in section 127) A beefless burger patty, topped with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and vegan secret sauce, on a “BreadWorks” sesame seed bun. Loop and Kernel – Vegetarian (available in section 118) Guests may choose between a savory or cinnamon-sugar gourmet pretzel, with three sauces for dipping: three-cheese, lager mustard, or cream cheese icing. Also, serving premium mushroom kernel popcorn with butter. Artisan Sausage Cart (Available in section 108) Offers smoked jalapeno pepper-jack chicken sausages, and portabella-bacon sausages with grilled peppers and onions. Signature Mason Jar (Available throughout the ballpark) Our specialty cocktail, poured into a 20-ounce Pirates logo souvenir mason jar. The specialty cocktails will rotate throughout the season, and we are opening up with Tito’s Vodka and Lemonade.
The Galley Bar (located in section 128) Located in Pops Plaza, The Galley Bar is a new full service bar featuring Skinny Girl Wines, as well as mixed drinks, and domestic and imported beers.
PA Craft Beers (located in section 134) This new stand will feature rotating hyper local beers, two of which are East End Brewing and Voodoo Brewery, as well as other PA beers to include North Country Brewing, Victory Brewing, and Troegs Independent Brewing.
Just4U (located in section 130) This stand is dedicated to offering better for you options, geared for special dietary restrictions, as well as the health conscious guest. Some options include: Toasted Tofu – Vegetarian Citrus-tamari marinated tofu, sriracha mayo, and sticky mint cabbage slaw, on toasted Gluten Free bread Brown Rice, Veggies, and Black Bean Quesadilla – Vegetarian Zucchini, squash, bell peppers, onions, non-dairy chipotle cream cheese, served with avocado- tomatillo salsa Gluten Free Chips and Cheese - Vegetarian House made cheese sauce, served with tortilla chips Grilled Veggie Power Chop - Vegan Zucchini, squash, bell peppers, onions, chickpeas, kale, sunflower seeds, pepitas, cabbage, served with citrus-dijon dressing.
PNC Park Values and Ticketing News: Once again, PNC Park will offer some of the best value pricing in Major League Baseball. Spring Pass: The Pirates mobile-only fan value package for Spring 2017 is designed for on-the-go fans looking for the ultimate value early in the season. The Pirates Spring Ballpark Pass, accessible only via the MLB.com Ballpark App, guarantees fans tickets to the 26 home games in April and May (excluding Opening Day) for a one-time cost of only $159, or just over $6 per game. Packages are limited and available now at pirates.com/SpringPass.
Giant Eagle Advantage Card: The Pirates and Giant Eagle partner to offer fans a chance to save up to $10 on tickets for every Sunday thru Thursday home game. Visit pirates.com/advantagecard for more details.
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University Nights: The Pirates will again host University Nights at PNC Park to celebrate local universities on specific Wednesday dates throughout the 2017 season. Students, alumni and fans of local universities are invited to cheer on the Pirates together at PNC Park and all who purchase the special tickets will receive an official Pirates university cap. For a complete schedule and information, visit Pirates.com/universitynights.
PNC Affinity Card: The Pirates and PNC Bank team up to offer discounted tickets for select games at PNC Park. Fans can use their PNC Pirates Affinity card and save $5 PLUS get $5 in Loaded Value on select games throughout the season (excluding Opening Day, the New York Yankees series and select games in June and July)! For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/pnccheckcard.
Sugardale All You Can Eat: The All You Can Eat Seats, presented by Sugardale, are a popular way to enjoy a game in Sections 201 through 205. Tickets include all the hot dogs, hamburgers, nachos, salads, popcorn, peanuts, peanut butter-filled pretzels, ice cream and soda you can handle for one low price -- and there are dedicated All You Can Eat concession stands with a speed line approach. Please visit pirates.com/allyoucaneat for tickets and pricing.
Dick’s Scorecard: Score exclusive savings of up to $10 off select Sunday thru Thursday regular season Pirates games with your DICK'S Sporting Goods ScoreCard. For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/scorecard.
Port Authority ConnectCard: Get specially-priced tickets with your Port Authority ConnectCard! Save up to $10 this season on Sunday thru Thursday games at PNC Park. For tickets and more information visit pirates.com/connectcard.
Media requesting additional information can contact Terry Rodgers, Pirates Manager of Communications, at [email protected].
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