The Forge

Name: The Forge
Address: 3345 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 15201-1381
Telephone: (412) 408-3322
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

474 Reviews

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

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The Forge is a 21+ craft-cocktail and Mediterranean small-plates lounge. We invite our guests to spend their time with us imbibing custom-forged cocktails or locally sourced spirits, beer, and wine while enjoying our expertise in Mediterranean cuisine that we are committed to deriving from regional producers.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Pizza Bar, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(412) 408-3322
Website
http://www.theforgepgh.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We offer private events! Please contact info@theforgepgh.com for more information.

Location
3345 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1381
Neighborhood
Lawrenceville
Parking details
Parking available in the Clemente Museum parking lot. Street Parking available as well.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 474 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pittsburgh / Western PA
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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474 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was outstanding! Everyone was very accommodating. Good was excellent and the drinks were phenomenally delicious. 10/10 recommend coming here.
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Foodie111
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an excellent experience - delicious small plates, an intimate, inviting ambience and friendly, attentive service - you can't go wrong! Make sure you try the falafel - it is the best falafel I have ever had anywhere in the world which is saying a lot!
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sanihi
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always fantastic food and amazing cocktails. We love The Forge!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite places to go for a light meal and a drink. No place in Pittsburgh makes cocktails as good as they do!!!
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Yolanda
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Relaxt ambiance, stunning cocktails, great food for vegetarians!
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RileyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, creative drinks, cool and intimate ambiance. Must try the labneh dip, this yogurt dip is so cultured and rich!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and the staff are outstanding…especially Dani, we love her!!
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AmandaH
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have had several good experiences here but last night was another excellent one to mention. The food the service the vibes it’s all amazing! And I love the pickles lol
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HarG
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambiance, friendly staff, reasonably priced for exceptional food, small plate selection and drink menu was outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great night !!! Food A+++++ service the BEST!!!! Highly recommend this place !!! Will be back again!! Loved loved the s’mores campfire martini !!! Do yourself a favor and go there you won’t regret it !!!
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JulieR
Pittsburgh
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is amazing! The gluten free pizza is delicious…can’t wait to have it again. The bartenders are so very knowledgeable and create really interesting cocktails.
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Leland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect ambient setting and wonderful service! We had a great time!!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent traditional Israeli foods. Especially enjoyed the fun guy pizza and the mezze. Great drinks and service. Comfy chairs, nice feel. Will come back!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a really busy night and they seemed a bit understaffed. Courtney and Caleb were really working it and managing to get it all done. Kudos to them for holding down the bar and serving everyone by themselves. They did a fantastic job! And then there was the drinks and food. Fantastic cocktails and the food was delicious! A neighborhood gem, for sure!
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KGarm
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food at the Forge was delicious! My partner and i split the cauliflower and also the Margherita pizza (it was GF and Vegan) and so so good!!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! I loved that they had vegan options. We will definitely come back!
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VVPinNJ
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We really enjoyed the Rainbow mezze and the cocktails were fabulous. This is a really fun place to hang out.
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ShannonH
Pittsburgh
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience5
Slightly disappointed with 2 things on this visit. I got a glass of wine and the pour was so weak, I was done with it in 4 small sips. I did say something but I was told it looked like a small amount because it was in a different glass. We also waited forever for our drinks on the second round. Other than that, the food is always fabulous!
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Regina
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came in after a visit to the Clemente Museum next door for my Father in Law's birthday and had a great experience. The food and drinks were awesome and the atmosphere was quiet enough to hear each other, but not so quiet that it was uncomfortable. Some of the cheese boards ($25-55) and drinks ($13-15 each) seemed a bit overpriced to me, but I think that is pretty much standard at any nicer restaurant or bar in Pittsburgh now. Also our server was very knowledgeable about all of the food, drinks and cheeses and made our experience great!
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AnnieO
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a wonderful place. Amazing atmosphere and their vegan options are top notch. I look forward to many more date nights here.
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Rocky
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience. Yummy food. Great service. Nice and friendly staff. Pizza is unique and delicious. The seating could have been better.
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DeborahG
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. The food is excellent, a nice variety of middle-eastern plus pizza, very fresh. It offers small plates but it's enough food to feel like you are having a full dinner. The setting is festive and relaxed, not a typical night out for dinner, and cocktails are lovely as well. Friendly service, a great place to land at the end of work day - in comfy wing-back chair or sofa.
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ZoeR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was the first time myself and my friend Kaitlyn visited this restaurant and it was amazing! We had such a good time the cocktails were girly and perfect the food was amazing! And the service was so sweet and friendly. They gave us a free piece of Tiramisu for my friends birthday it was so nice! And the when the chef came out visited and chatted we really thought that was special! 6 stars for The Forge!
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GordonC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extremely hip atmosphere, excellent small plates, complete bar. Really unique, delicious food. Wood fired gourmet pizza. Fun!
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TeresaJ
Detroit
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is fresh and authentic, the cocktails are clever and balanced, the service is warm and attentive. We sat at the bar and ordered falafel, tuna tartar and the new plate: BBF and it was all terrific. My favorite drink is Tata Escobar. Love the vibe of velvet seating and low tables. Highly recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Middle Eastern cuisine. Pizza however not to be desired (at least the fun guy pie) but not surprised and expected honestly.
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CherylM
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love The Forge. The quality and taste of the food is outstanding…so delicious!!! Service is excellent. Ambiance is lovely and fun, yet peaceful. Wonderful place!
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PatG
Pittsburgh
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
by far the best falafel in Pittsburgh and the humus with the jalapeno oil is outstanding
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nolafoodie
New Orleans
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m visiting from New Orleans and am so happy that my sister recommended The Forge! The ambiance is perfection: lounge seating, dim lighting, and a relaxed vibe make it the perfect spot for catching up with friends or an intimate date. The craft cocktail and wine menu is as robust as the yummy Mediterranean fare. We had three small plates for two people, and walked away stuffed. I highly recommend this spot if you have diverse dietary needs or just want to enjoy a lovely evening with friends in a less stuffy environment than a traditional restaurant.
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JosephF
Pittsburgh
47 reviews
vip
5.0
47 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Tried the cheese stuffed sweet peppers and the "new" caprese pizza..... DON'T pass those up!!! Delicious!!!
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Steve
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
one of our favorite places for dates (at the bar) or taking friends (standard/lounge seating). phenomenal cocktails, great pizza and shareables. you should absolutely try the forge!
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MichelleGLockette
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best bartender ever! Ilan ! He is so friendly. My friends and I also absolutely love the pita bread…phenomenal. We love The Forge!
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Pgh25
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place! All the food and drinks are excellent. The owner and chef is so nice. Bar and wait staff so nice and professional. We will make this a permanent stop
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DianeA
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Such a cool spot for food and drinks! We had tuna and a wonderful charcuterie board. Will definitely be back to try some other items and the pizza!
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CodyD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Environment, food, and service were all great. Got a couple drinks, a pizza, and the roasted cauliflower and all of it was excellent
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Lajo
Cleveland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love the Forge! The food delights-the chevre flatbread was so good-, the service friendly and attentive, the seats comfy, the ambience intimate. Come prepared to try some dishes you might not be familiar with, but are delicious.
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Juliet
Washington DC
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great vibe with fun cocktails and good food. A tiny bit noisy when it’s full but always a fun evening.
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great bartender who knew exactly what to recommend based on our tastes (drinks and food!). We really enjoyed our first-time visit. Definitely will be back
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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hands down one of the best places for cocktails in the city. The food is just icing on top, the vibe is always perfect to take date or have friends come along with you. Every time i go to the forge i know im going to have a great experience.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
The food was well priced, but the plates were so-so. Tuna dish honestly wasn’t great. It was very hard to cut for some reason, and I order tuna at nearly every restaurant that has it so I am unsure what was different about this particular cut. The best item was their hummus, and I would definitely purchase that again. As someone with back issues that aren’t visible (no mobility aid), the seating arrangement was very uncomfortable. Having to hunch over a table at living room table height in chairs that are better suited for cozying up and reading a book in a corner wasn’t optimal. The other option was bar seating, but those chairs tend to not be very supportive either. Was hoping for some standard tables. Service took a decent amount of time to check in on us, including refills on certain items the server asked us if we wanted. They were not particularly busy, but the way the seating clusters are arranged make it next to impossible to not overhear all of the conversation of the group next to us. I don’t regret going, but I don’t think I’ll he planning to go back.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Forge using the Order Online button. The Forge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 408-3322.

The Forge is rated 4.9 stars by 474 OpenTable diners.

The Forge does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 2, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3345 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1381

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lawrenceville
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Pizza Bar, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking available in the Clemente Museum parking lot. Street Parking available as well.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theforgepgh.com/
Phone number
(412) 408-3322
Private party facilities
We offer private events! Please contact info@theforgepgh.com for more information.

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The Forge

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Menu

What 474 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does The Forge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Forge restaurant rated?

Does The Forge offer gift cards?

Is The Forge currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card