Restaurants near Lawrenceville Branch of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

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1. The Vandal

4.9

Exceptional(668)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Lawrenceville

Booked 11 times today

Laid back neighborhood restaurant, focusing on intently seasonal food and cocktails. Small, ever changing menu ensures that you are experiencing the most exciting food in the most intimate of experiences. With respect to simplicity and execution, we try to highlight the awesome product from our local purveyors with minimal "fuss"

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2. Istanbloom Mediterranean Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(22)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Lawrenceville

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.

3. Morcilla

4.9

Exceptional(1933)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Lawrenceville

Booked 19 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.

4. Ritual House

4.7

Exceptional(1867)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 62 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.

5. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5503)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 57 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!

6. ELEVEN

4.7

Exceptional(6358)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 42 times today

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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7. The Abbey on Butler Street

4.5

Awesome(1099)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Lawrenceville

Booked 4 times today

Here at The Abbey, we believe in family and quality. We pay our family well and believe in nothing but the best products. We offer only the finest in food and service. This is reflected in everything we offer. We hope you appreciate the atmosphere and personality we provide.We offer 90 minute service at all of our tables in The Vesper Dining Room and Patio. After dinner we invite you to continue to socialize at The Parlour Bar or in The Coffee House Lounge. We know that your 'family' time is important, and we support it. Feel welcome to enjoy your time with us.Hope to see you soon!

8. Fish nor Fowl

4.9

Exceptional(648)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • East Liberty

Booked 11 times today

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.

9. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2961)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 23 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!

10. Altius

4.8

Exceptional(6570)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mt. Washington

Booked 58 times today

As Executive Chef & Partner of Altius, Jessica Bauer's approach to contemporary American cuisine is refined and modern with a respect for the integrity and quality of her ingredient driven menu. Your first visit may be for the view, but you will return again and again to enjoy one of Pittsburgh’s best premiere fine dining experiences. With modern surroundings, higher hospitality and an organic and sustainable wine menu, every part of your experience has been thought of and designed with care.

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Updated on 6/24/2025

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Donald
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful food and service. Had a great time with friends.
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CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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4.8
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Mark
Pittsburgh / Western PA •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good food, great service from Natalie. Anniversary treat was very nice.
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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Barbara
Pittsburgh / Western PA •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Loved this place! Great service and the food was excellent. Outstanding wine selection
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MorcillaPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Lawrenceville
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4.9
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Shari
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
We enjoy going to Mediterranean restaurants and glad we found Instanbloom when we were in the neighborhood. The food is excellent and our waiter was great. We had the gluten free rice pudding for dessert was special.
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Istanbloom Mediterranean RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Lawrenceville
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4.9
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Mary
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 11, 2025
The food was excellent and we look forward to a return visit!
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The VandalPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Lawrenceville
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4.9

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