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Spirits & Tales, Pittsburgh, PA

Spirits & Tales

4.4 (670)
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American
5130 Bigelow BLVD, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
A bold new brasserie sits atop The Oaklander Hotel and overlooks one of Pittsburgh’s most iconic neighborhoods, Spirits & Tales is designed for those with the desire gather around the table. Rooted in the spirit of the original brasserie, it reimagines classic French all-day plates and beloved dishes with inspired veg, locally sourced meats, and expertly prepared seafood. Classic and contemporary converge on the plate and in S&T’s unique interior design. Sweeping panoramic views and modern design are made complete by local details made of hand forged metal. Cocktailers will find a perfect martini service or unique perspectives and preparationsofa vast array of spirits in addition to regularly updated and menu-driven wine and craft beer offerings.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Cross street
    Bigelow and Fifth Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for Restaurant Guests.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 670 people are saying

Spirits & Tales reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spirits & Tales offers "great views of Oakland" and a "hip atmosphere" that complements its delicious food and cocktails. Known for "great service," it is conveniently located near Pitt and Carnegie Mellon campuses. While some find the menu pricey, it's ideal for special occasions and relaxing brunches.
670 Reviews
  1. Aaron VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was ok. The drinks were very good. I tasted a few of our tables dishes. I thought some was over seasoned (one with too much garlic (and I am no garlic hater)) some under seasoned and all generally not up to par at the price charged. Scallops were over cooked. Steak was under cooked (but fixed perfectly upon sending back so kudos to the kitchen for that). It seemed like maybe they were trying to make up for quality by giving larger quantity so if you are looking for large dishes you may be pleased. Had breakfast here the next day. Coffee was very nice. The spinach and artichoke scramble read like it'd be great but the artichokes were very acidic which threw off the whole dish - disappointing at $20. Great views of Oakland and staff was very attentive. It's nice place to eat a meal; not a destination for fine dining.
    Spirits & TalesResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Aaron, We are glad you enjoyed your overall experience with us. Thank you for your kind words regarding our atmosphere, service, and drinks. I have noted your comments about our menu and will consider them as we continually look to improve our restaurant. Thank you for visiting and for taking the time to write us a review. We hope to see you again another time. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  2. Susan

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a date night with my husband. Good service and delicious food!
    Spirits & TalesResponded on June 17, 2025
    Dear Susan, Thank you for joining us for a date night! I'm very happy to hear you enjoyed your meal with us and our incredible service. Thank you for your kind words. Our staff prioritizes pleasant service for every patron. We would love to serve you again soon! Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  3. Phil

    Berkshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We booked your restaurant as it was close to our hotel and we wanted a good experience before traveling back to the U.K. The restaurant was fine with good views and the waiter was attentive. It then went downhill fast. I asked about the soup of the day as a starter, didn’t want that and said give us a few minutes to order. When I ordered, the starter I wanted wasn’t available. I should have been told before We ordered a Cabernet Sauvignon - a red wine - which was served in an ice bucket! After tasting the wine, he should have served my wife first but she was served last! Our starters took ages to appear which wasn’t too bad as we were talking and catching up. However, the waiter brought our main courses while we were eating our starters He left the salad for my brother in law as it’s ’already Cold’ and took our food to keep hot! This is appalling! While we were still eating our main courses, he asked us if we’d like to see the dessert menu! The waiter either lacked training, common sense or both. It was not a pleasant experience
    Spirits & TalesResponded on June 10, 2025
    Dear Phil, Thank you for your feedback. I regret to hear that you had an unpleasant experience with us. We strive to provide a quality meal and proper hospitality, so I apologize for our lapses. We appreciate your comments and will be addressing them with our staff. Again, I'm sorry for the unpleasant visit, and we greatly appreciate your review as it helps us to improve our establishment. Sincerely, S&T Restaurant Management

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  4. William VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food - great service - enjoyed the experience
    Spirits & TalesResponded on May 24, 2025
    Dear William, We enjoyed hosting you! Thanks so much for your review and recommendation. We appreciate hearing from you and are glad you enjoyed our menu items and the level of service we provide. We look forward to seeing you on a return visit. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  5. Ramninder VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area46 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was quite ordinary, service was good, the views are amazing. We usually come for lunch which is far superior than their dinner offerings. Wine list is quite limited
    Spirits & TalesResponded on May 15, 2025
    Dear Ramminder, Welcome back, and thank you for taking the time to leave us this review. We are happy to hear that you had a great overall experience with us, and we appreciate your kind compliments about our beautiful views and fantastic service. We also appreciate your feedback about our dinner offering, and it has been noted. We appreciate your patronage, and we hope to welcome you back in the future for another great meal. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  6. Patrick

    Pittsburgh / Western PA3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the furniture and the decor. Our host and server were so nice. Food was delicious and the view was great.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on May 12, 2025
    Dear Patrick, I'm very happy to hear you enjoyed your meal with us and our incredible views. Thank you for your kind words. Our staff prioritizes pleasant service for every patron. We would love to serve you again soon! Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  7. cristian

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent restaurant. Very convenient if you want to have dinner on Pitt or Carnegie Mellon campuses.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on May 12, 2025
    Dear cristian, We appreciate your choice to dine with us and your positive feedback. Thank you for sharing the highlights of your experience, and we look forward to serving you again. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  8. Susan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area148 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had very enjoyable experience. Great view of Pitt campus. Efficient and personable server. Husband said the half roasted chicken was fantastic. My waygu burger, the salads and cocktails……all great.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on May 9, 2025
    Dear Susan, Thank you for letting us know about your enjoyable dining experience. We are thrilled that our dishes met your expectations. It was a pleasure serving you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  9. Beth VIP

    Philadelphia County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, hip atmosphere, and fabulous views of Pitt.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on April 30, 2025
    Dear Beth, We are delighted to receive your five-star review, which indicates we have successfully provided an exceptional dining experience. It brings us joy that you enjoyed your time with us, and we look forward to the chance to serve you again soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  10. Ralph

    Pittsburgh / Western PA2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    I expected much better from a Marriott hotel. Food, service, and ambiance were mediocre at best. It was a birthday celebration, as noted by the hostess. There was no further recognition of it through the entire meal. Glad I wasn't hosting the event.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on April 27, 2025
    Dear Ralph, I genuinely regret that your dining experience with us was not enjoyable. It's important to us that every guest leaves satisfied, so I apologize for not meeting your expectations. We sincerely hope for the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Thank you for choosing to dine with us. Sincerely, S&T Restaurant Management

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Spirits & Tales

5130 Bigelow BLVD, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bigelow and Fifth Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for Restaurant Guests.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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