Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Pittsburgh

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Pittsburgh? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

One by Spork

5.0

5 (1063)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

East Liberty

About the restaurant

ONE by Spork is a NEW, immersive culinary experience from the James Beard nominated team behind Spork, featuring a single tasting menu with curated beverage pairings, served around an intimate 16-seat chef’s counter. Our cooking is hyper-scratch, using produce from our expansive on-site garden to make every plate a balance of tradition and creativity. Pairings are included, with a choice between a cocktail & wine pairing or an N/A pairing that's just as intentional & well-crafted. With one menu, one team, and one seating per night around a shared table, we invite you to let us take care of the details while you step into a guided culinary adventure.

Doors open at 6 PM; dinner begins at 6:30 PM. Reservations required. $275 pp (excludes tax+gratuity)

We cannot accommodate allium, nightshade, or butter allergies, nor vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diets. We can accommodate some restrictions with advance notice. Call or email at least 7 days before visiting to discuss special requests

Top review

JOHN

Dined 6 days ago

Best food experience you will find in the Burgh, hand down!

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle Bolognese

4.9

4.9 (389)

$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 3 days ago

Mr. BEAVER COUNTY did another outstanding job, as usual. Everything was wonderful, including the company. Frank even greeted us and updated us on all the new additions coming down the pike! Get ready for fall football on the river! Our meals were delicious and I even got to sample a new cocktail in the making!

Falsetti's Villa Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (580)

$30 and under

Italian

Kittanning

About the restaurant

Family owned Italian restaurant happily serving our customers in the region for more than 50 years. We offer pasta, poultry, beef, veal, seafood entrees; soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts; soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails. We also provide trays and half trays; to-go service; and, a large backroom that can accommodate parties of up to 30 people. Please check out our menu online for a complete listing.

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Caitlin

Dined 1 day ago

The Villa is always delicious! Very consistent and delicious.

Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (23)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Lawrenceville

About the restaurant

Step into a culinary journey through Turkey at Ottoman Delights, where every meal is a celebration of rich heritage and vibrant flavors. Our cozy, elegantly appointed space evokes the warmth and charm of traditional Turkish hospitality, with intricate mosaics, plush textiles, and ambient lighting setting the perfect backdrop for your dining experience. Our menu is a tribute to Turkey’s diverse regions, featuring a delectable array of dishes crafted from the freshest ingredients.

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DPVIP

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We both had lamb dishes and were tender & moist - perfectly cooked. Will definitely be back

Morcilla

4.9

4.9 (1947)

$50 and over

Spanish

Lawrenceville

About the restaurant

The Morcilla team brings contemporary Spanish influenced cuisine to the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Enjoy a mix of pintxos, house made charcutería and large plates meant for sharing from our family-style menu. End your experience with churros and chocolate hazelnut fondue to round out the evening. Our beverage program features craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, a deep sherry and vermut selection and local craft beer. Our dining room is intimate, perfect for celebrating your next special occasion with your favorite person. If you prefer bar seating, the full menu is available there too. We do recommend reservations, but hold a few bar seats for walk-in diners. Refer to www.morcillapittsburgh.com for our current menu.

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KimVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The cabbage small plate with trout roe was amazing!

Siempre Algo

4.9

4.9 (713)

$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.

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Marty

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing steak and caviar. We will be back for more!

Arlecchino Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (708)

$50 and over

Italian

McMurray

About the restaurant

Arlecchino is a representation of the heart and soul of the wonderful world of Cuisine di Italiano. We are the sister restaurant of Cento Anni Alla Famiglia located on the hilltop of Pittsburgh. We are a full service restaurant which specializes in artisanal recipes passed down from Alla Famiglia along with the creativity from our chefs that prepare different nightly menus and desserts. 100% of our items are hand crafted duplicating the integrity of the old world.

Bar 1904, which is located upstairs in the balcony of our main dining room, is not only beautiful and cozy but by the hands of our talented bar tenders prepares hand crafted cocktails, beers and an outstanding wine list to choose from.

Dining at Arlecchino is an experience and may take time. We do allow 2 hours for parties of 2, 2.5 for parties 3-4 and 3 hours for parties over 5. Please be aware that your table may be booked after these time periods. If you would like to shorten your experience, please let us know!

Top review

ElieciaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Our experience is always outstanding ! The food, service, atmosphere is always excellent! There is nothing to say other that it’s amazing every single time and worth every cent !

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4.8

4.8 (654)

$50 and over

Italian

East Liberty

About the restaurant

Fish Nor Fowls chic, Italian influenced menu centers on beautiful ingredients, simply executed to deliver an experience like none other in Pittsburgh. The natural, clean design of the space combines functionality with comfort and beauty. Visionary Chef, Richard DeShantz, creates a rustic menu with modern takes on classic Italian inspired dishes.

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Eric

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Everything was excellent, but our server was outstanding. He was knowledgeable, helpful, respectful, efficient, and personable.

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Eddie V's - Pittsburgh

4.9

4.9 (4009)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

Top review

JohnVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Always an excellent experience at Eddie V‘s in Pittsburgh , keep up the good work. See you soon.

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Popular dish

Maine Lobster Bisque

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Georges Bank Scallops

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Chilean Sea Bass

Forma Pasta Cafe & Market

4.8

4.8 (106)

$30 and under

Italian

Sewickley

About the restaurant

A quaint Sewickley Fresh Pasta Kitchen & Market, serving your favorite Italian Classics with a modern approach, featuring in-house fresh made pasta, sauce, and more - come join us Friday & Saturday evenings between 5-9 PM for dinner. Open for Breakfast & Lunch throughout the week.

Top review

AndrewVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Our first time at Forma Pasta was very enjoyable. Everything was delicious, especially the fresh pasta. Huge portions, had to take some home. Love the generous BYOB policy. will definitely be back.

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