How is Avenue B - Permanently Closed restaurant rated?

Avenue B - Permanently Closed

4.6

271 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Avenue B is a cozy neighborhood bistro known for its approachable, seasonal, evolving menu with outstanding service. We are a BYOB establishment, so come prepared & hungry and let us do the rest. Cheers!

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
DINNER Tuesday - Thursday 5PM - 10PM Friday & Saturday 5PM - 11PM Sunday 5PM -11PM
Phone number
(412) 683-3663
Website
http://www.avenueb-pgh.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Chris Bonfili

Location
5501 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Neighborhood
Shadyside
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine

Melon gazpacho$9.00
shishito pepper tempura, creme fraiche, cilantro
Pork belly lettuce wraps$12.00
ginger BBQ, pickles, sweet potato
Watermelon & tomato salad$9.00
black olive, queso fresco
Tuna tartare "nacho"$16.00
Avenue B charcuterie$11.00
violet mustard, pickled vegetables, crusty bread
Falafel$11.00
quinoa tobouleh, grilles romaine, oven dried tomato & preserved lemon slaw

Main Events

Seasonal Menu

Wagyu beef meatloaf$24.00
goat cheese & chive whipped potatoes, crispyonions, blistered tomato jam
Wild caught fish & chips$25.00
Napa slaw, malt aioli
Potato gnocchi$22.00
peas, roasted cauliflower, arugula, smoked soubise, crispy Pecorino

Chalkboard Menu

Pan seared black grouper$29.00
baked garbonzo beans, polenta croutons, peperonata
Roasted organic chicken breast$25.00
cocoa & corn ravioli, spinach, crispy leeks
Hanger steak$33.00
roasted spaghetti squash, red noodle beans, arugula, black garlic hollandaise
Farro & caramelized fennel stuffed zucchini$22.00
sun gold tomato risotto, basil beurre blanc
Brown sugar smoked duck breast$31.00
white beans & kale, carrot puree, smoked onion, cherry mostarda
Griled bronzino$28.00
black lentils, heirloom tomato relish, olive beurre blanc

What 271 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

271 Reviews

C
Clin
Pittsburgh
17 reviews
vip
1.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2018
overall1food1service1ambience1
Its closed. Not in business! Why is this restaurant still on open table??
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PghCityGirl
Pittsburgh
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a neighborhood gem that will be truly missed. Thank you for years of quality food, the friendliest service, and an overall outstanding dining experience. We hope to be hearing of your next endeavors soon
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always wonderful food.
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BeckyT
Pittsburgh
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Avenue B's concept, execution, and ambiance are excellent. I will miss them and hope they reopen sooner than later in a location more deserving of them.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2018
overall5food4service5ambience5
Sorry to hear you are closing!
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foodlover28
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience4
Always a great experience at Avenue B. Sad they are closing!
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Netters
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place. Please don’t close
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hstotsky
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was the best meal we've had start to finish! Every dish was fun, creative, and of course delicious. We received a gift card for Christmas and were waiting for a special occasion, but then found out they were closing so we booked the reservation ASAP. I am so sad we had only just found this place and wish all the chefs and staff the best of luck - and crossing my fingers for a re-opening somewhere!
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Tedco
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were fortunate enough to get a table for the final saturday seating at Avenue B. Unfortunately they are closing permanently and will be missed by many diners. I am so glad that I finally was able to try their signature dish, Waygu meatloaf. Sooo good. Lets hope the family returns to open another restaurant in the future.
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GourmetTraveller
Pittsburgh
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2018
overall4food4service5ambience3
So sorry they are closing. Excellent food, and creative!
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RachelR
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional, as always. Very sad this restaurant is closing!
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JanetL
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place and going to really miss it! Please think about opening something in Hampton township!
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Mimi
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
I just recently discovered this restaurant and I have been there twice, but I love it. One of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. Do not miss it.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2018
overall4food5service4ambience5
I will really miss having Avenue B nearby. Hopefully when they make their comeback they are still walking distance. The food as ever was excellent! Best of luck Ave B!
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MaxPower
Pittsburgh
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super awesomely delicious.
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TJK1
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food was exceptional. It was my first time dining here. I am very sad to here they are closing in march. If you haven’t been there I suggest you go before they close.
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Balthos
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pretty fantastic meal. I highly recommend looking up the menu, since it is BYOB and you will want some wine to go with it!
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BarbaraR
Washington DC
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2018
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food was creative and the execution was outstanding. The waitress was informative and helpful. Just remember this is a BYOB place, a fact that did not appear on any materials that I saw on OT, so if you want alcohol you need to bring your own.
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pmrthird
Philadelphia
816 reviews
vip
5.0
816 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cozy BYOB very close to UPMC-Shadyside. The rooms nicely lit and service was very good. Ordered the Wagyu Meatloaf based on reviews and it didn't disappoint. Server was kind to substitute potatoes for a vegetable! Complementary bread with wonderful chive butter provided before meal while waiting. I look forward to coming back again and brining nice bottle of wine (flew into town and didn't have time to purchase, although server mentioned Giant Eagle close by now has liquor store in it).
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Smiledoc
Pittsburgh
31 reviews
3.0
31 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2018
overall3food3service5ambience4
This was our fourth time here, had awesome experiences before. Last visit apps were very good but the entrees were not up to our expectations. Maybe kitchen was just a bit off this night. We'll be back but we were slightly disappointed.
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NinaLuna
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2018
overall4food3service4ambience4
Celebrated two birthdays this past Friday evening with friends. We were seated promptly with our reservation and the service was great. Our food was not up to their usual "great". Two people had their famous meatloaf and both felt it was a bit overcooked this time. I had chicken, which was good, but wouldn't order again. We left feeling like we had a nice meal with good friends, but not up to our usual Avenue B. expectations.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would say that Avenue B is the best restaurant I have been at in awhile. They are very accommodating with food allergies and very friendly staff.
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SteelerGal
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Recommend the meatloaf, service was exceptional!
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MDB1
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
Avenue B has never disappointed me (or those who are with me)! The presentation and tastes are unique, delicious, exciting and comforting all at the same time. The atmosphere (whether few or crowded) has always been perfect whether 2 of us or a group. And whether I have had early or late reservations, I have never experienced a difference in either the food or service with attention to detail for both. I love that Avenue B is in my neighborhood, but would encourage those from around and outside of the City to enjoy this gem as well.
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Jonathan
Philadelphia
129 reviews
vip
4.0
129 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience3
Always good. Appetizers are the stars. After many visits, we think a few appetizers instead of main courses are more enjoyable due to chef's continued desire to try and put too many flavors on the same plate, especially for the entrees. Sometimes less is more as there is a tendency for flavors to get a bit muddled. That being said, Chef is creative and talented. The BYOB policy is great. Service is generally good and attentive.
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JTRIII
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
I like that they are BYOB with very reasonable corkage. I can bring the good stuff from my cellar. The unique brussel sprouts concoction is a hit. BYW, my "date" was my wife of 48 years. It was a special night out.
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DavidB
Pittsburgh
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We made a special trip to Avenue B for Restaurant Week. The 3 course menu was a great way to experience the restaurant, and good value. They have some good options for vegetarians, which we appreciated.
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CindyJ
Pittsburgh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience4
We tried Avenue B for restaurant week. I would definitely go back. The service was great and the food was terrific. I had the fish and chips, which I often order when I eat out. It was really terrific. It came with two pieces The Napa coleslaw was also fantastic. It didn't contain a lot of mayonnaise, but had peppers and other veggies as well as thinly sliced wide, short fries (chips). The cauliflower soup was very good. It had raisins in it among other things, which gave it a unique flavor, but wasn't weird or overpowering. Dessert was a very rich salted caramel chocolate cake/bar with olive oil ice cream and lemon marmalade. The chocolate cake was very dense and a cross between a brownie and cake. The ice cream wasn't my favorite, but the olive oil made it extremely smooth. The lemon marmalade was a great taste to add to the brownie and the ice cream and gave it a bit of zing. All in all, I enjoyed Avenue B very much.
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concertgoer
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent and creative cuisine with fine service. We were there on a stormy night so there were few other guests which made it especially quiet and charming. It's byob, so cost of wine was not an issue. Often in the the past this has been a noisy venue, so we were delighted with the elegant and calm ambiance. Perhaps carpeted floors in both the new and old sections helped in this regard. Absolutely delicious (1 lamb dish and 1 meat loaf, the latter being a justifiably prized menu item for this restaurant). Too full for dessert. Next time...
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were phenomenal. Great ambiance as well.
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Jerry
Pittsburgh
110 reviews
vip
5.0
110 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service, and a very nice venue. Quiet enough to carry on a very reasonable conversation with my dining companion. Prices slightly on moderate - high side, but not bad considering quality of the food. Would certainly recommend this restaurant, and I will be back.
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Baldo
Cleveland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2017
overall4food4service4ambience5
Energetic yet conversational atmosphere; service was prompt and staff was knowledgeable on the menu. Menu was diverse and food was well prepared and creative in design. Love this place, will go back again.
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Coop
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2017
overall3food3service3ambience2
We like BYOB places and used to try to get get to Avenue B a couple of times a year. We hadn't been recently (since the expansion) and were a slightly disappointed. The menu hadn't changed much and we had tried most of the entrees over the years. Both our meals were good but just. Same with the service. We will go back, but with less anticipation than usual.
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AG412
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Not a bad thing to say; everything was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience3
The service was excellent and food spectacular. We were able to bring our own wine, which made the dinner even more enjoyable. Excellent dinner..
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2017
overall5food4service5ambience5
We love this place, second time we took friends for a night out. Great food and great service. Try it, you'll love it
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DavidH
Cleveland
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2017
overall3food3service3ambience3
Not bad. Not great. Worth going once. Not the best high end American rstrnt in pittsburgh
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Fab4
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have been to your restaurant several times so when my boss said pick a place for our Christmas dinner I chose Avenue B. They absolutely loved it. Every single time I have been here the experience has been flawless. Jen and Jackson provided outstanding customer service, the food was everything I raved about and both bosses said they absolutely want to come back. Can't ask for more than that. Merry Christmas guys! See you in 2018!
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Foodie2
Pittsburgh
155 reviews
vip
5.0
155 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2017
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was credible. Flavor profiles are spot on. Server was very knowledgeable about menu.
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Avenue B - Permanently Closed is rated 4.6 stars by 271 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

5501 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Additional information

Neighborhood
Shadyside
Hours of operation
DINNER Tuesday - Thursday 5PM - 10PM Friday & Saturday 5PM - 11PM Sunday 5PM -11PM
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Chris Bonfili
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine

Website
http://www.avenueb-pgh.com/
Phone number
(412) 683-3663

Avenue B - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Additional information

Menu

Beginnings

Seasonal Menu

Arugula$11.00

Local greens$7.00

P.E.I. mussels$14.00

Chalkboard Menu

Melon gazpacho$9.00

Pork belly lettuce wraps$12.00

Watermelon & tomato salad$9.00

Tuna tartare "nacho"$16.00

Avenue B charcuterie$11.00

Falafel$11.00

Main Events

Seasonal Menu

Wagyu beef meatloaf$24.00

Wild caught fish & chips$25.00

Potato gnocchi$22.00

Chalkboard Menu

Pan seared black grouper$29.00

Roasted organic chicken breast$25.00

Hanger steak$33.00

Farro & caramelized fennel stuffed zucchini$22.00

Brown sugar smoked duck breast$31.00

Griled bronzino$28.00

What 271 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Avenue B - Permanently Closed restaurant rated?

Permanently Closed

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