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“This looks like one of the oldest and smallest buildings on East Carson Street.” --student quote

Cupka's Cafe II

2314 East Carson Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Date and Style

Built in the 1860s

--Greek Revival style on the upper story

The ground-floor has been updated over time.

Notice the upper story of the building: the absolute symmetry of the windows and the flat lintels above the windows are typical of Greek Revival architecture. The street-level storefront has been remodeled.

Facade improvements funded through the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Streetface Program

Facts and Stories Worth Knowing

• This building was originally a “Halfway House” for travelers, meaning it was an inn or stopping place approximately half way between two places on a road.
• In 1916, G. H. Wellinger owned this building.
• Manovski's Bar was located here at one time too.
• In the 1980s, this was “Bill's Place.”
• Cupka's Café II opened here in 1993.
• The original Cupka's Café is located on South 27th Street.

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