Mr. Mister Supper Club
Mr. Mister Supper Club
By: Lily Cope
When Executive Chef Anthony Pupo opened the doors to Mr. Mister Supper Club early last month, he set out to create something rare: a place that feels special without being reserved for special occasions. “We want people here once a week, not once a year,” he says. That philosophy guides everything—from the warm, art-deco–inspired atmosphere to a menu rooted in familiar flavors elevated with serious craft.
Mr. Mister sits in Cranberry Township, just 15–20 minutes outside downtown Pittsburgh and directly next door to Jimmy Wan’s. The two buildings are even connected by a shared pass-through—a literal opening carved between the spaces. What was once a small pizza shop and dive bar has been completely transformed. Under the same ownership as Jimmy Wan’s, the adjoining property has become something polished, welcoming, and entirely new for the area.
Chef Pupo describes his food as comfort, elevated. His handmade Bolognese—with pork, pancetta, and fresh pasta—is already resonating with guests. Nearly everything is crafted in-house. The “Fran & Fudge” entrée section, named after his Italian and Polish grandparents who catered events out of their home for decades, honors their influence through dishes like a rosemary-garlic pork chop paired with buttery pierogi.
Seafood plays a defining role at Mr. Mister, and Chef Pupo approaches it with intention and enthusiasm. A standout dish is the Orange Hamachi Crudo, which he calls “one of the most delicious things I’ve had in my life”—and the numbers prove it, with 20–25 orders sold nightly.
Guests will also find a thoughtful caviar service featuring Canterbury Cure® caviars, bringing a touch of refinement while still fitting the restaurant’s welcoming, neighborhood feel.
Another signature is the Crab Hoelzel—made with colossal crab and inspired by the classic preparation created at Pittsburgh’s historic Duquesne Club. It’s quickly becoming one of the most talked-about dishes on the menu.
Other seafood highlights include:
- Oishii® Shrimp Cocktail — “the best shrimp in the world,” according to Chef
- A rotating selection of East Coast oysters, often favoring larger Canadian and Northeastern varieties
- Branzino, consistently a crowd favorite
- Faroe Island salmon, selected after extensive tasting and served two ways – including as an entree using a house-made shrimp dashi crafted from Oishii shells
Altogether, it’s a seafood program that reflects both creativity and technical precision.
Though newly opened, Mr. Mister is already earning praise typically reserved for downtown Pittsburgh’s dining scene. Surrounded by national chains, the restaurant stands out by prioritizing ingredient quality, scratch cooking, and an unwavering sense of intention behind every plate.
What’s Next
Chef Pupo has no plans to slow down. Coming soon:
- A Feast of the Seven Fishes dinner with two seatings in December
- A private dining room for up to 30 guests
- Catering, takeout, and eventually Sunday brunch
Reservations are available and encouraged.
