Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Lawrenceville

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchTapas / Small Plates

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Pittsburgh

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Allison ParkDowntownFox ChapelMt. LebanonMt. WashingtonNorth Hills

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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11 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5462)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 37 times today

Casbah is a neighborhood restaurant and wine bar located in Pittsburgh’s East End. From the year-round garden patio to the dining room, from the cozy bar to the wine cellar, each visit can feel like a new and special experience.Casbah offers a broad menu focused on northern Mediterranean-inspired cuisine from Italy, Spain, France and Greece that emphasizes local ingredients. All meals start with warm, house made bread from Eleven’s kitchen. A cheese plate followed by appetizers, a bowl of fresh pasta, or a four-course meal are all possibilities for an evening at Casbah.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

2. Kaya

4.7

Exceptional(2735)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Kaya is a casual, island-inspired restaurant with colorful mosaics, tribal art and exposed brick walls that whisks customers away to exotic shores as they walk through the door. Kaya serves both traditional island dishes and American favorites with an island twist. Tropas (tropical tapas) sandwiches and entrees are all made with local ingredients and bold flavors. And with its classic preparations paired with exciting seasonal offerings, Kaya’s tropical cocktail list is like a vacation in a glass. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

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3. City Works - Pittsburgh

4.5

Awesome(1028)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

90 local and global crafts on draft highlighting local brewers, American fare with chef-driven twists, upbeat vibes, and best-in-class service. The unique marriage of ultimate sports bar and delightful restaurant.

4. The PA Market

4.8

Exceptional(208)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

The PA Market is Pittsburgh's unique European inspired restaurant in the Strip District. Two floors filled with cocktail bars, food vendors, and a Wine Library - there are endless selections to explore, and taste, during your visit. In classic European fashion, The PA Market is counter-style service. Choose your own adventure from our various food and drink menus and enjoy it anywhere, for a relaxed dining experience.

5. Paris 66

4.6

Exceptional(2240)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Shadyside

Booked 8 times today

Enter Paris 66 and you will immediately feel transported to a French Bistro down to the last detail. This upscale, award-winning haven is not only a "family affair" – exclusively owned & operated with love by doting duo Frederic and Lori Rongier – but it is also that rare combination of worlds - intimate and inviting, yet appropriate for both special occasions & casual get-togethers. We bring a menu of everyday French culinary classics by offering up the perfect marriage of local/organic sensibilities with French influences & techniques. A superb wine list invites and ensures you to find the most perfect wine to pair with the delicious flavors created in the open kitchen. Sip our signature cocktail from the sidewalk terrace in the warmer months or enjoy our perennially popular heated patio in the rear. And of course, no visit is complete without a taste of one of the artistically masterful and masterfully artistic delectable creations of Master Pastry Chef David Piquard. Bon Appétit!

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6. Pino's Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1264)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Point Breeze

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to Pino's Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar!Pino's is a small neighborhood eatery tucked away in Pittsburgh's popular East End neighborhood of Point Breeze. You will often find regulars from the neighborhood and new guests enjoying dinner and drinks. With a warm decor of Italian mosaic tabletops, rich woods and colors, Pino's is a welcoming spot where Executive Chef & Owner Joseph "Pino" Mico proves there's more to Italian cuisine than just red sauce. Here you will find a merging of creative interpretations of the Italian classics as well as Mediterranean cuisine that is thoughtful and complex. Please be sure to view our most current menu offering on our website at : www.chefpino.com

7. Grandview Saloon

4.2

Awesome(370)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Mt. Washington

Booked 22 times today

Grandview Saloon is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and offers a beautiful view of the city from Mt. Washington. This restaurant has a distinct ambiance that is casual but classy and a team of chefs and wait staff who are there to ensure you have a great meal. There is an outdoor patio and an upper deck which overlooks the city, as well as an elegant dining room indoors. Grandview Saloon also features a mezzanine available for private dining and events. The bar is also an option for those who would like to enjoy a drink and sports on television. The menu at Grandview Saloon is a great place for simple and well-prepared dishes. You can start with the crab stuffed mushrooms, the wing flight, or the pulled pork nachos. The Crab cake dinner or the steaks are wonderful choices for an entr�e.

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8. Nancetta's Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(320)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fox Chapel

NANCETTAS offers a unique dining experience guided by the true tastes of Italy. Step through our door and begin your journey to Italy. Delectable aromas wafting from our kitchen anoint your senses. The menu is designed to let you experience the taste of Italy from the various regions influenced by the rocky coastline, winding roads, rolling countryside, and gentle sea breeze. Appetizers join the old world with the new. Hand-cut veal , home made pastas join with the day's freshest available meats, seafood and fish specials to create a menu based on quality at a reasonable price.Our staff is dedicated to providing you with a combination of exquisite food and great service to create the perfect dining experience.We invite you to join us for a taste of Italy today.Nancettas is now hosting a full bar, wine included.

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9. Hartwood Restaurant & Whispers Pub

4.7

Exceptional(769)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Allison Park

Booked 31 times today

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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10. Houlihan's - Mt Lebanon

4.4

Awesome(575)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mt. Lebanon

Booked 17 times today

Since 1972, we’ve believed in quality ingredients, cooking from scratch and having fun. From our famous ‘Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast to our unique burger blend and ahi tuna, we believe in celebrating the small things and that every moment deserves a toast in its honor. So grab a drink (perhaps our signature Long Island Iced Tea), enjoy some great conversation and let us serve you an excellent meal.

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From verified diners like you

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AdamVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •152 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Early on a Wednesday evening for dinner. Sat on back patio and enjoyed a wonderful dinner. Service was attentive and timely, food was delicious and as more patrons arrived , noise level was low and not distracting. Best French menu in Pittsburgh!
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Paris 66Price: Moderate• French• Shadyside
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4.6
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Yaier
Pittsburgh / Western PA •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is Still one of my favorite Pittsburgh restaurants.
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KayaPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Downtown
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4.7
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Barbara
Pittsburgh / Western PA •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Appreciated Casbah once again providing outstanding service and food on a rainy Monday night.
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CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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4.8
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Justine
Coastal North Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a great time at City Works! We were celebrating my son’s college graduation and were happy they had the time available. They even gave us a private room. Everyone loved the food and apps! So glad we picked City Works and thank you!
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City Works - PittsburghPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.5
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Cortney
Pittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 26, 2025
Great venue to celebrate my son's college graduation with family. The staff was helpful and polite. Ordering food from the QR code was simple and delivery was prompt. We ordered a bunch of appetizers and pizza. All the food was really good! Definitely recommend for large parties.
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The PA MarketPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.8

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