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Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh
OUR EXPERIENCES
At Café Momentum Pittsburgh, we believe in the transformative power of second chances. Our innovative approach to rehabilitation empowers justice-impacted youth through culinary training, mentorship, and job placement opportunities.
Based in our downtown Pittsburgh restaurant, interns learn every station of a casual fine dining kitchen, return to school, address critical housing, food, and medical needs, and access counseling and other supportive services. Most importantly, they gain a loving, supportive community that believes in their potential.
ABOUT US
The mission of Café Momentum Pittsburgh is to transform young lives by equipping justice-impacted youth in our community with life skills, education, and employment opportunities to help them reach their full potential. As we strengthen our presence in Pittsburgh, our primary goal is to build a sustainable model that provides youth ages 15–19 with the holistic support they need to truly thrive.
OUR IMPACT
Café Momentum Pittsburgh is a restaurant and internship program for justice-involved youth ages 15–19. Through a 12-month paid program, interns gain culinary skills, life training, education support, and mental health services in a supportive environment.
Since March 2023, we've trained over 130 youth, helping them build confidence and stability. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability by partnering with local organizations and sourcing locally.
More than a restaurant, Café Momentum is a path to opportunity and growth.
DETAILS
To learn more, contact: contact@cafemomentumpgh.org
What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
1-60
Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Pre-bookings are not required, but are available.
Do you have group rates?
Yes
Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
No
What languages do you offer your services in?
English
When are you open?
Lunch service (11-2pm) Tuesday-Friday; Dinner service (5-9pm) Thursday-Saturday. Opportunities for buy-outs and ability to book private events on off days.
What accommodations do you make for people living with disabilities?
Our restaurant is ADA compliant.