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1. Ritual House
4.7
Exceptional(1810)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 101 times today
Spirited food and drink in an atmosphere designed for the senses. Ritual House was inspired by the world travels of friends who also have a passion for Pittsburgh. Inspired art, devilish details, and comfortable, luxurious surroundings, are just the start of the experience. Located in the iconic Union Trust Building in Downtown Pittsburgh, Ritual House features innovative modern American food with global flavors and artfully crafted cocktails imagined by Lisa & Herky Pollock. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Saturday and Sunday brunch.
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2. Golden Gai
4.8
Exceptional(136)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Point Breeze
Booked 23 times today
Welcome to Golden Gai, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh’s East End, conveniently located in Bakery Square. Step inside and embark on a culinary journey to the bustling streets of Japan with our Izakaya-style dining experience.As you enter Golden Gai, you’re greeted by the warm ambiance of traditional Japanese decor fused with modern touches, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both chic and cozy. The soft glow of our stunning light fixtures over the intimate dining space, where the wooden bar top that spans the length of the space, and slate accents evoke the charm of Tokyo’s iconic Golden Gai district.At the helm of our kitchen is Executive Chef Michael Taylor, a master of Japanese cuisine renowned for his innovative approach to flavor and presentation. With a background honed at the esteemed Gi-Jin, Chef Taylor brings his passion for culinary excellence to every dish, infusing each bite with creativity and precision.
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3. Grand Concourse
4.3
Awesome(8791)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 87 times today
Housed in the beautifully preserved Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station, the Grand Concourse restaurant at Station Square is a true testament of grandeur and elegant dining. With a cathedral stained-glass vaulted ceiling, marble columns, and a dramatic staircase, guests are quickly transported to the glamorous side of the Progressive Era with the luxury of a modern day menu. Our award-winning seafood restaurant boasts a fine selection of our signature seafood dinner specials, tender steaks, poultry, and on Sundays, the best brunch in Pittsburgh. Nestled comfortably on the riverfront and overlooking the downtown skyline, Grand Concourse at Station Square will outshine any restaurant near you—and any seafood restaurant Pittsburgh has to offer. Come join us for the most memorable dining experience around.
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4. Alla Famiglia
4.8
Exceptional(1135)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • South Side
Booked 54 times today
Alla Famiglia has been delighting local and traveled guests in this very same location for over two decades. This "diamond in the rough" is conveniently located on the hilltop of Pittsburgh's South Side. Boasting a fine dining atmosphere, its family owned and operated, and promises to deliver a consistent product with every visit. You will be greeted and treated like family, as you enjoy homemade scratch Italian specialties, an award winning wine list, and complex scratch cocktails. Dine in an old world atmosphere under paddle fans, exposed brick, antiquities from all around the world. Six unique and interestingly decorated dining rooms comprises the character of this institution which started with just 8 tables, 25 years ago. Choose from daily provisioned fishes and exotics from the sea, dry and wet aged Prime beef, tender milk fed veal, and homemade maccheroni are just some of the choices you will have to select from. Crown the evening with our pastries prepared on site.
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5. Casbah
4.8
Exceptional(5476)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Shadyside
Booked 38 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!
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6. Gi-Jin
4.8
Exceptional(939)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
Gi-Jin is a gin and raw bar that re-imagines the sushi experience where we marry global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors to create inspired combinations of color, technique, and style.Our intimate space operates on a reservation-only basis for parties ofno more than FOUR (4) people per table and ONE/TWO per seating at our counter.Online reservations are always open with real-time availability.Each reservation seating is designated 2 hours per booking.We do not allow any outside alcohol. if you have a request for a specific beverage please email info@gijinpgh.com prior to your visit and we will try our best to bring it in!
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7. SOBA Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(2939)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Shadyside
Booked 26 times today
Located in Shadyside, Soba draws guests in with plush comfort and gentle mystery, featuring a cascading water wall, glass staircase, and hand-painted murals. The spacious lounge and multiple dining nooks allow visitors to meet for drinks, share appetizers with friends, or enjoy a modern dining experience.Soba cooks from the heart and features an array of small plates and entrees intended for sampling and sharing. The cuisine draws inspiration from China, Japan, South Korea and Thailand, though it also incorporates elements from other Southeast and South Asian cultures. Soba offers a seasonal cocktail list with both classic and contemporary offerings.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!
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8. Meat & Potatoes
4.5
Awesome(1878)
Price: Very Expensive
• Comfort Food • Downtown
Booked 24 times today
Meat & Potatoes is a cozy, intimate gastropub in downtown Pittsburgh that many reviewers rave about for its romantic atmosphere. One reviewer highlighted the restaurant's 'warm aesthetics' and 'unlike any other' cocktails, while another praised it as a 'great date night restaurant'. The restaurant's main dining area is noted as 'small and quite intimate', creating a perfect setting for a romantic evening.
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9. Morcilla
4.9
Exceptional(1917)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Lawrenceville
Booked 22 times today
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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10. Alta Via - Market Square
4.6
Exceptional(619)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
Located in Pittsburgh's Downtown Market Square, wood hearth cooking and fresh handmade pastas are the heart of Alta Via. Seasonal modern Italian cooking with passionately sourced ingredients celebrates the way we like to live and like to eat; fresh, clean, active.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!
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  • david
    San Diego •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Service and food was ok, nothing to write home about. I noted in my reservation that a member of our party was having a birthday, but server failed to recognize that even though host mentioned it to him/ us when we arrived. When I told the maitre d’ after our meal that server didn’t say or offer anything to our friend celebrating his birthday, he apologized and offered us 1 comped drink in the bar. That was nice of him, but I was disappointed the server missed the opportunity to surprise our guest with a dessert (as we saw the other server did with the table right next to ours)
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    Grand ConcoursePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.3
  • Kecia
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Ritual house was a fabulous experience. The entire staff was welcoming and made our evening experience amazing. They were thoughtful and incredibly personal! Good was delicious and the portions were more than generous! Five star experience for sure.
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    Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.7
  • Sean
    Philadelphia County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Fantastic food and service for our anniversary dinner! All of the cocktails and dishes were great and I couldn’t have asked for a friendlier server. The fried rice and the brownie were the highlights of the night.
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    Golden GaiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Point Breeze
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    4.8
  • Nancy
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our second time here and the food is delicious and the service is excellent
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    Alla FamigliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South Side
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    4.8
  • Shawntinia
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 13, 2025
    Our waiter was great the food was excellent and we had a very nice time !!
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    CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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    4.8

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