Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Pittsburgh / Western PA

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Pittsburgh / Western PA? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Siempre Algo

4.9

4.9 (704)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

We believe that hospitality comes from optimism, compassion, and trust.
By fostering a culture that values collaboration and encouragement, we make it possible to take chances and grow, and to have hospitality be an expression of who we are.
The resulting offerings are carefully crafted food and beverage, and a welcome that passes our care for each other and our profession on to our guests.

Top review

AndrewVIP

Dined on May 28, 2025

Siempre Algo is a gem on Pittsburgh's North Side. Interesting menu, delicious preparation and impeccable service guarantees an excellent dining experience.

Frank G's Place

4.9

4.9 (376)

$30 and under

American

Beaver

About the restaurant

Making any day an extraordinary day by offering a distinctive dining experience while exceeding our guests' expectations in a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere.

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CindyVIP

Dined on May 27, 2025

Mr. BEAVER COUNTY always delivers!! Great cocktails and my husband ordered the wings special, which was delicious; and I had the chicken parm ... fabulous. We both got the beef soup special and it also was very tasty. We closed the restaurant!

Juniper Grill - Murrysville

4.7

4.7 (1039)

$30 and under

American

Murrysville

About the restaurant

Amazing food & a great atmosphere We hope to see you soon! Juniper Grill was established on the principles of creating a cozy, yet modern, atmosphere. Our menu was developed from a wide variety of American Cuisine with a Southwest Flair. Our Chef's prepare everything from scratch using only the best products available. We major in fresh squeezed juice margaritas, sipping tequilas and craft beers. Our extensive wine list features 50 wines by the bottle and over 30 wines by the glass.

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Douglas

Dined on May 26, 2025

Absolutely outstanding we will return and we will bring friends

The Lot at Edgewater

4.8

4.8 (510)

$31 to $50

American

Oakmont

About the restaurant

New-Age Diner | Chophouse | Drinkery | Cigar Bar

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MaryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

I always enjoy breakfast and lunch at the Lot with friends.

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Experience

Cigar Bar - Couches

Experience

Cigar Bar - Standard Seating

Latitude 48

4.7

4.7 (118)

$50 and over

American

Finleyville

About the restaurant

With a name inspired by our restaurant's coordinates, Latitude 48 is your destination for a truly elevated dining experience. Our ever-changing menu features the finest local, international, and seasonal ingredients. Come and enjoy crafted cocktails and fine spirits with first-class service in our inviting atmosphere.

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Cherie

Dined on May 9, 2025

Met old friends for dinner...great atmosphere, service was exceptional, our waitress was so friendly and knowledgeable (I believe her first day with your group). She actually remade our french martini correctly. It was amazing. Wine selection was top notch. And that Menu!!! My goodness...can't get much better. Small menu's are my thing. We each had something different and they were all phenomenal.

Juniper Grill - Peters Twp

4.8

4.8 (1780)

$30 and under

American

South Hills

About the restaurant

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Michael

Dined 5 days ago

Despite a reservation, there was a short wait. Otherwise, food and service were very good.

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4.7

4.7 (6338)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Eleven pays homage to the city’s history with its industrial backbone and polished interior. The Eleven culinary team crafts the ever-changing menu from the most vibrant seasonal products painstakingly sourced from farms across the region. Eleven’s offerings can be experienced in the well-appointed dining rooms or more casually at the bar with the Tavern menu. Every dish at Eleven places the ingredients at center stage, echoing the kitchen’s position in the heart of the building.

Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

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Kevin

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent food and great service, had the swordfish and it was outstanding

Hartwood Restaurant & Whispers Pub

4.7

4.7 (784)

$30 and under

American

Allison Park

About the restaurant

The Hartwood Restaurant enjoys a rich history. The originally the headquarters of the Harmar Coal Company. Purchased in 1988, the building was transformed into retail space, including antiques and a bookstore. Café tables were soon added amongst the book shelves, Over the years, The Hartwood Restaurant has evolved into a charming and unique place for meals, drinks, and events. The elegant dining rooms and a pub featuring hand-tooled woodwork and stained glass artwork.
The Hartwood also features outdoor dining in a garden-like atmosphere, complete with a wood burning fireplace. Whisper’s Pub features an eclectic wine list from around the world with more than a dozen different wines by the glass, as well as seasonal cocktails, craft beers, and wine flights.
Enjoy the many different spaces our restaurant has to offer, including the intimate tables in our dining rooms, Whisper's Pub, dining al fresco, and private rooms for parties. It's the perfect location for your next meal or event.

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Cheryl

Dined 2 days ago

Had lunch here with some friends for the first time. We sat outside on a beautiful, cool deck. Food was delicious, ambiance was great. Our waiter was very helpful in recommending dishes. Lovely place. Will return again.

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Popular dish

Caesar Salad

Popular dish

Billy's Fish Sandwich

Emerson’s

4.7

4.7 (408)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Emerson's is an intimate restaurant and bar with good vibes, located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh. Blending the charm of a European café with a cozy, modern ambiance—complete with a welcoming fireplace—it's a warm escape in the vibrant Market Square area. Our full dinner menu pairs with a curated selection of wines and craft cocktails, perfect for casual nights or special occasions.

We're on the second floor, up one flight of stairs. Elevator access is available upon request. Our entrance is just left of The Aperitivo Club.

If you can’t find a reservation or are booking for a party of 8+, please email info@marketstreetgrocery.com.

Please note that reservations are held for a 15-minute grace period. If you anticipate being late, we appreciate a quick call so we can do our best to accommodate you.

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PatrickVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Always love it here. Food was great, although chicken in a salad was a tad overcooked. Also, fresh beets on beet salad would be great.

Oliver's Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (2511)

$31 to $50

American

Erie

About the restaurant

Located on the 8th floor of Erie's newest hotel, Oliver’s Rooftop overlooks Erie's beautiful bayfront and indulges guests with inventive and extraordinary cuisine served alongside stunning views and captivating sunsets.

Oliver’s Rooftop offers incredible vantage points of Presque Isle Bay provided by massive floor-to-ceiling glass panels. A retractable glass wall allows for open-air dining on the rooftop balcony in favorable weather.

Oliver’s Rooftop is a one-of-a-kind culinary destination that pays homage to Erie’s rich maritime history. Oliver’s Rooftop is named in honor of Oliver Hazard Perry, an American naval commander best known for his heroic role in the 1813 Battle of Lake Erie. Visitors to Oliver’s Rooftop will have the chance to view Perry’s flagship, the US Brig Niagara, in her home port adjacent to the restaurant.

Oliver’s Rooftop is the crowning jewel of Erie’s newest hotel, the Hampton Inn & Suites.

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Jody

Dined 1 day ago

The restaurant wasn't crowded this time. The food is excellent. The service was okay. For some reason there was loud music playing which made it difficult to have conversation at the table.

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Popular dish

Lobster Deviled Eggs

Popular dish

Bayfront Chicken Piccata

Popular dish

Asian Cauliflower

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