Mt. Washington seems surprisingly like home to me. Aside from the panoramic view of Pittsburgh, it has the sweet, suburban flavor of my own home. Getting to Mt. Washington has an excitement of its own; riding up the Duquesne incline seems like going into a very old time machine. However, outside of the incline station, we return to the modern world, full of houses, schools and very overpriced restaurants. Compared to the very hectic and crowded bus ride through downtown Pittsburgh, Mt. Washington was a fresh breath of calm air. The streets were frosted with fall, golden leaves falling down the trees, little children screaming and halloween decorations adorning the open windows of homes.
All the restaurants on the edge of the mountain were both incredibly appetizing and incredibly overpriced because they each give the diner a beautiful view of the city.
Sadly, going to Mt. Washington on a Monday is not a good idea, most places are closed. Moreover, the restaurants are certainly not a place to just "hang out", each course costs roughly $25.
Past the restaurants are a line of very interesting houses, so similar to beach front property you find back home, along the jersey shore, however, instead of overlooking a beautiful sandy beach, the homes hang over the edge of the mountain, giving the people beautiful balcony views of the incline trolleys and city.
Overall, Mount Washington is a very relaxed, laid back place. It's certainly not a place to go for an adventurous night out, or a cheap meal, but it is perfect for sightseeing, family meals and nice, long walks
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