The history of the Stone Mansion began in 1934, when Robert G. Woodside purchased the 80-acre Ford family farm on Wexford-Bayne Road. Woodside was an Attorney, the Allegheny County Sheriff, and eventually County Controller. He began his public service as a Major with the 18th Pennsylvania volunteer infantry in the Spanish-American war. He also fought in World War I, ending his military career as a Brigadier General.

The thirties were a time of change throughout Pittsburgh. Mansions were being razed to make room for new development. As Sheriff, Woodside knew what homes he could select in order to build entirely new rooms. This ultimately would be his new home patterned after his native English manor.

Stone Mansion features the best construction and detailing, with many items purchased from stately Pittsburgh mansions of the era. Stone Mansion boasts mahogany paneled rooms, beams, and hand carved furniture. As well as a hand carved black oak staircase and an abundance of stained and leaded glass windows. In view as you enter Stone Mansion is a magnificent wall of stained glass bearing the date 1594. The mansion also has eight working fireplaces, including four that are marble with marble inlays and a spectacular 20 foot pink sandstone fireplace said to have been hand carved in India, brought to the United States from a home in France, and then taken from the former Wabash Train Station in Pittsburgh to the Woodside property. The Guffy Mansion, currently the site of the Pittsburgh University Cathedral of Learning and the Stevenson mansion , formerly located on the north side of the city, were two of the homes that contributed rooms to build the Woodside mansion.

Since becoming Stone Mansion Restaurant in 1994, we have restored and remodeled the entire building. A spacious lounge is the most recent addition. Since 1996 our distinctive wine cellar, featuring over 180 wine selections, has been recognized by the Wine Spectator Magazine with consecutive Awards of Excellence. A state of the art kitchen offers and exciting continental menu featuring French, Italian and Regional American cuisine. Our nine private dining rooms provide ambiance for an intimate dinner for two or accommodations for parties of up to 66 seated guests. Strolling suppers are available for up to 400 people.

We at Stone Mansion Restaurant are committed to excellent food, fine wine and outstanding service.

Please enjoy us for lunch or dinner.

Sincerely,

Don R. Mervis
Owner