ABOUT US

OUR HISTORY

  • 1930

    Italian immigrant Joe Atria established a modest grocery store at 110 Beverly Road in Mt. Lebanon.

  • 1933

    Following the repeal of Prohibition, Atria's began selling beer, transforming the grocery store into a neighborhood bar and restaurant.

  • 1998

    Pittsburgh natives Pat and Nancy McDonnell purchased the establishment from the Atria family, converting it into an upscale casual restaurant while preserving its historical charm.

  • 2024

    Atria's Mt. Lebanon location closed temporarily for renovations in December as part of a rebranding effort.

  • 2025

    The restaurant is scheduled to reopen as "1930 by Atria's," a concept that pays homage to its origins with a 1930s-era tavern ambiance, featuring a modern cocktail bar and a chef-inspired rotating menu.

OUR TEAM

Patrick McDonnell

GENERAL MANAGER & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR

Patrick has spent his entire life immersed in the restaurant industry, starting as a dishwasher and working his way up through every level to become a seasoned professional. After gaining invaluable experience, he became the Beverage Director for Atria’s and Juniper Grill. Now, as the General Manager and Beverage Director for 1930 by Atria’s, Patrick continues to bring a passion for excellence and innovation to every aspect of the business.

Outside of work, Patrick is an avid golfer and enjoys exploring new bars and restaurants, constantly seeking fresh ideas and inspiration to keep pushing the envelope and improving the business. His dedication to both the craft and the guest experience defines his approach to leadership and success.

Erick Xavier Munoz Quinones

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Erick was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, and moved to Mexico City in 2010, where he lived until 2021. In Mexico, he was inspired by the street food culture, from handmade tortillas to cooking tacos al pastor on a "trompo" and making birria by digging holes in the ground to create a firepit, which he covered with banana leaves. This exposure sparked his culinary passion.

After high school, Erick began working at La Chiloteca in Mexico City while studying culinary arts at UVM Lomas Verdes. When the pandemic hit, he moved to Pittsburgh to live with his brother and worked at Juniper Grill. Starting as a pantry cook, he quickly advanced to Sous Chef and later Executive Sous Chef under Chef James Pursehouse.

Feeling homesick, Erick thought about returning to Puerto Rico but was introduced to the concept of 1930’s by Atria’s. The restaurant’s rich history and cultural significance drew him in, and he decided to stay. He worked at Atria’s Mount Lebanon until its closure in December 2024, during which time he experienced the restaurant's legacy and its importance to the community.