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Carmella's Plates and Pints

4.7
4.7
627 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Carmella’s Plates & Pints is the first restaurant for co-owners, Carmella Salem and Michael Alberter. Our kitchen creates upscale comfort cuisine.
Our dining room has a warm and cozy feel due to the wood- beamed cathedral ceiling, open fireplace, taxidermy and stained glass windows that adorn the dining room. Our guests feel as though they are tucked away at some destination lodge that exists in the heart of the Historic Southside. Local meats are delivered daily with Wild Game plates on the menu such as our staple plates like the Bison Burger and Smoked Wild Boar Meatballs. We do have an intimate 60 seat dining room and ask that guests please call us for parties of 6 or more to make a reservation. Our expansive Whiskey Bar boasts over 500 Selections. Enjoy 11 Wines on Tap / 27 Craft beers on Tap / 11 Cocktails on Tap.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (412) 918-1215

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Private party facilities

    Book our private dining room or exclusive whiskey tasting room for your special occasion.

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Cross street

    19th Street

  • Parking details

    Street parking is available and a paid lot is next to the building

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 627 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

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  • Pittsburgh

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  1. John

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. The whiskey inventory is the best I have seen in the Pittsburgh area. Haven’t visited since the pandemic and plan to return soon. Highly recommend.
  2. DavidH

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you so much for the great evening and great service. We had a great time
  3. BGracin21

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We went for brunch on Sunday at noon with another couple. Our wives had mimosas and Limoncello spritzes and we husbands had hazy IPAs from their excellent draft list, all of which were very good. I had the frittata, my wife had the breakfast sandwich, and the other couple had the omelette of the day and the chicken and biscuits. They were all ample sized and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was cozy and quiet despite there being few tables open. We had a great time and will look forward to coming back again.
  4. Lynda

    Pittsburgh

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ben was great. The gnocchi portafino was a wonderful dish with an amazing presentation. Pork lion special was done to perfection.
  5. FrancescaP

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We used to live in the South Side and Carmella’s was our spot!! We came back to Pittsburgh for the weekend and Ben instantly remembered us! The food and drinks were fantastic and delicious as usual, but Ben is one of the best servers we have ever had. He is so kind and charming, made us feel right at home again! The new menu is delicious!! We can’t wait to come back and visit in a few months again. Thank you so much for having us!!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had Easter dinner here. Everyone we had contact with was so nice & friendly. Our server knew the menu well even though it was a special menu for the day. The atmosphere great, the music playing was perfect but not too loud for conversations and the food, the food was fantastic! Our choices included 2 had the lasagna, 1 the rib eye and 1 the lamb shank. All delicious but the lamb shank won for over all best! I can't wait to go back and order from the regular menu! Oh, they gave the option to tip the kitchen! We thought that was amazing since they also gave up their holiday to be there for the guests!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Came for Easter Brunch, great service, quick which was great with two kids. Lovely ambiance.
  8. doris

    Pittsburgh

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful to hear! Food was very good, but the cocktails were exceptional. Best cocktails I’ve ever had.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    I really wanted to love this place. I came for brunch and the food was just….Meh. Nothing to write to yelp about. The service was excellent and the place looks like a lodge restaurant in Switzerland. Its quirky and fun.
  10. Michele

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The place was busy for a Saturday night and I was excited that I was able to get a reservation so late (booked on Friday). I had the wild mushroom risotto and it was delicious. My friend had the risotto Nero which had calamari, mussels shrimp and lobster. It was served with squid ink. She loved every bite. All in all a wonderful meal and I look forward to returning.
  11. Suk1123

    Pittsburgh

    33 reviews

    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Beautiful bar and interesting overall ambiance. Extensive alcohol menu. Our drinks were excellent. The Wagyu Bolognese was very good. The risotto was very good as well. However, the chicken showed up separate from the risotto not incorporated into the entree which was a surprise and a little disappointing.
  12. KristinM

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Family favorite. We enjoy it every time we dine at Carmella's, wait staff is excellent and the food never disappoints, always great.
  13. BLSQ

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Very friendly place... Ben, our waiter was beyond friendly and helpful -- even gave us some free biscuits and frittata at the end of the Brunch! Have been to this place before and will go again and again.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious! Environment of restaurant was awesome! I will definitely be back.
  15. shortie

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    It pains me to write this, as I’ve been to Carmella’s for brunch several times and it was on of my fav spots. I was excited to try it for dinner - but was disappointed in the food. It was so bland, it was like there was no seasoning whatsoever on anything. Appetizers, entrees, same issue. Drinks were good, and the service was good as well.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    Went in on a random date night. Service and atmosphere were great. The drinks were also very good. However, the food was extremely bland. It is definitely not worth the price. You can get a lot better food at the same or lower price in the area. Would go back for drinks, not for food.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a good experience. Excellent service and even tasty GF options
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic ambience, service and food… and the live music was awesome!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was very prompt and friendly!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience5
    The food was okay and our service was very slow. However the restaurant itself was pretty neat and they had a lot of draft beers, cocktails and even some mocktails to choose from!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Limited menu due to restaurant week. Food was delicious and seating was unique. Felt kind of rushed.
  22. Outlaw

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was excellent. Will be returning in the future
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for restaurant week and the food was delicious. Everything just had a good home made taste and quality to it. Will definitely return!
  24. KymL

    Pittsburgh

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved it. The food was delicious The whiskey selection is overwhelming
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very cozy but eclectic. The food was special for Pittsburgh Restaurant week but absolutely delicious, quite a few choices. The Pastiscio and Shepherds pie were great choices and made with lamb. Ben and Tanya,our servers were very knowledgeable and attentive. It was a great evening and we plan to return. Carmella’s was a find thanks to Restaurant Week.
  26. RobZ

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, service and amazing atmosphere… a gem!
  27. PMCPhilly

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    Food was not wonderful, burger wqs very undercooked so it was sent back and butternut squash risotto was flavorless. The drinks and environment were great. Need to get the food up to par.
  28. LauraC

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Carmella’s every-time I go! Great way to start off the new year!
  29. BillK

    Pittsburgh

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Server was very good. Food was not what we expected but ok. We will go back.
  30. Jami

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I will be back just to get the crispy Brussels sprouts we had for an appetizer. One of the best things I have ever eaten. Love Carmellas! Food is fantastic and service is on point.
  31. MoniqueG

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love Carmella’s!! Always good food service and ambiance !!
  32. yinzerella

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Though I've been to Carmella's previously, the other people in my party had not and were very pleased with my dinner location choice. We made selections from the robust whiskey menu, enjoyed dinner, other drinks, and fantastic desserts.
  33. DennisS

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time and the atmosphere was great. The service stood out in a time when it's hard to find in many restaurants. The food was very tasty.
  34. TenFlash77

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a really good dining experience. The food was excellent and the service was great. We really enjoyed the relaxing environment because we could spend time talking with each other without having to worry about a lot of noise and distractions in the background.
  35. maven

    Pittsburgh

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2022

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Two couples in our party; the filet wellington was excellent as was the salmon dinner. Two of us ordered the spaetzle dinner, which was ok but lacked taste. The texture and color of the spaetzle dish was not appealing - grayish brown color. The bartender did a great job of preparing two cocktails for two picky customers -- very good!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing ambiance with great drinks and food! The happy was great and the bolognese and salmon were perfect. Our server was great! 10/10 experience
  37. DaveL

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My second visit to Carmella's but the first time in the restaurant. Very good vibe. I enjoyed the bar on my previous visit but the restaurant just shades it. The food is astonishingly high quality and great value - the desserts are to die for.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing!! From the Bloody Mary to the pumpkin cheesecake. We met friends for brunch and everything was perfect. The server was very nice and attentive.
  39. MeganL

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Food was great and service was fantastic.
  40. AngelaT

    Pittsburgh

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was absolutely amazing!! A hidden gem!!! I can’t believe we haven’t tried Carmella’s until now…such a cozy, neat atmosphere and the food was next level. We will 100% be back!!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Carmella's Plates and Pints offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 918-1215.

Carmella's Plates and Pints is rated 4.7 stars by 627 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Carmella's Plates and Pints

1908 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Additional information

  • Cross street

    19th Street

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sat 11:00 am–1:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    American, Comfort Food, Vegetarian / Vegan

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Street parking is available and a paid lot is next to the building

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Women

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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