The Forge

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great vibe in a super fun setting. Fantastic bar atmosphere with beautiful Turkish lights to set the mood and living room seating in the dining area. Creative and thoughtful menu designed to share. Every bite was delicious. Fun and friendly staff. I wish l lived in Pittsburgh - this would be a regular haunt!
   

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   MichaelF

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great vegetarian / vegan options. The rainbow Mediterranean salad platter was enough for 2 to make a meal.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great atmosphere, cocktails and interesting menu.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Baltimore

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food and service! We've been there 3 or 4 times now and each time has been great !!
   

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   Iggy

   Pittsburgh

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Amazing vegan options. Good drinks. Great vibe.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Pittsburgh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I love this place. Easily the best cocktails in the entire ci gy
   

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   Laura

   Pittsburgh

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Love the many vegan options!! The vegan cheese plate is so good!!
   

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   Restaurantlover

   Pittsburgh

   13 reviews

   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Always love having a drink at The Forge! The ambience is delightful, and the bartenders are really good at what they do!
   

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   MichelleGLockette

   Pittsburgh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 11, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I visited the Forge for the first time, to celebrate my birthday with my friends. From start to finish, it was an absolute wonderful experience. The ambience of the restaurant is beautiful, cozy, bright, and fun. The food was incredible. I've never had better falafel, pita, or vegan pizza. When it comes to alcohol, I am very picky and don't enjoy most drinks. I asked our waitress to have the bartender make me a surprise drink and the only instructions I gave were to make it spicy and use tequila. What I received was honestly one of the best drinks I've ever had. I loved it so much I ordered a second, which for me is saying something because I don't typically enjoy alcohol. The service was impeccable. Every server was so polite, helpful, and enthusiastic. It seems like they really enjoy working there and that's a testament to the awesome chef/manager who came around to check on us multiple times. He was so very kind. I cannot wait to visit again.
   

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2

    It was my partner’s birthday and I made the reservation weeks in advance, indicating that it was a special occasion. I also called in advance to order a dessert. They sat us in the worst table in the restaurant, between the ovens and the bathrooms. I saw the waitstaff maybe three times, and I basically had to ruin the surprise to get them to bring out the dessert that I’d ordered ahead. They were obviously really understaffed and the bartenders were doing their best to take care of everyone in the whole place. Disappointing.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4

    The food and atmosphere at the Forge is great! We got The Rainbow and the pita is absolutely delicious! Warm, soft, and chewy! Most of the “salads” that go with it were really good too. The drinks were also fantastic. We also got the seared ahi tuna and it was probably my favorite thing we got, very tasty. HOWEVER, while the staff was extremely kind and friendly, service was atrociously slow, to the point I will not return. To be fair, they may have been short staffed. It appeared that there was only one server, one bartender, one bar back, and a busser serving the entire dining room. We waited quite a while for our second round of drinks and our extra pita that we ordered and then waited again for 20+ minutes after getting our check for someone to come take it again so we could pay and leave. I really hope they were just understaffed on a Saturday evening and that this is not typical service because I did really enjoy our food and drinks and found the atmosphere fun and eclectic.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The intimate, quiet, beautiful, and opulent decor made our dining experience so special. We ordered a charcuterie board—amazing. Fresh, lovely, and tender marguerita pizza. The Israeli Salad was perfectly crisp, fresh, and seasoned to perfection. The servers were attentive, low-key, and excellent. The owner came to our table, when we were leaving, to thank us for coming in. Make a reservation! Small plate type dishes to share. This restaurant is located before the busy section of Lawrenceville (next to the Roberto Clemente Museum” and we were so pleased with the darker, romantic atmosphere, away from the busy section of the area. You will not be disappointed. The high tables were comfortable and private, not next to the bar. Enjoy!
    

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    Nikos

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful vibes, great cocktails, excellent food, with chef who cares!
    

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    MichaelT

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Restaurant does not serve food past 9PM however the online reservation through OpenTable does not disclose that. When we arrived, we were greeted by a hostess that seemed bothered that we even showed up. Had we known all of this, we would’ve never booked and showed up to the restaurant, especially knowing our reservation would not be honored for the full kitchen. Only pizza was available after 9PM. This place is a low key vibe but dinner on coffee tables with very crowded seating.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Great food - excellent vegetarian options. Cocktails were amazing! Love the atmosphere and vibe. The owner/head chef came to check on us twice.
    

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    Rosa

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5

    Delicious small plates and tasty pizza. The bar was outstanding, but not extraordinary. The vibe is distinctly 40 and under. Service was average, a bit slow (maybe because our age, >40) Had to ask or utensils and napkins.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    We went for a friend’s birthday. The ambiance and cocktails were perfect for a mid week low key celebration. The comfy chairs and perfect background music volume made it so easy visit with each other. Everything was delicious and fresh tasting and best of all there was so many options for everyone in our group to share (which included a vegan/ a pescatarian/ and someone with food allergies). It was our first time there but certainly won’t be our last.
    

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    PhoenixNikkor

    Pittsburgh

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was wonderful! Shrimp and Brie flatbread was phenomenal and the bartender did a solid job making a drink that was delicious!! They have a drink called “bartenders choice,” where you tell them what you normally like and they hand craft a unique cocktail in front of you with different infusions and liquors. You can tell they take pride in their craft! I cannot remember the bartenders name, but she had short curly hair and tie die pants - she was super duper!! The ambiance is beautiful! We will be back!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Pittsburgh’s best without a doubt. Food is spot on and ambiance is great.
    

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    DougF

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4

    We sat at the bar and the main bartender was not very attentive. The cauliflower was a little undercooked, but overall the food was good as usual.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food and drinks. We loved the shawarma and hummus chicken plate and the Labaneh board. The tiramisu was one of the best we’ve ever eaten. Our server was attentive, friendly yet unobtrusive. The music was varied and not too loud but create a comfortable ambiance. We’re definitely coming back and bringing friends.
    

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    AliciaA

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Anyone I take to The Forge quickly falls in love with this place. From the unique seating, tasty shareable plates - to the perfect cocktails … it’s a winner. It is the perfect venue to impress a date or spend an evening with friends . The staff are attentive and truly seem to care about your experience.
    

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    JimN

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food, unique relaxing setting…one of my favorites.
    

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    VincentR

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The two bartenders were terrific! They ran both the bar and the dining room. Food, drinks, service, all fabulous
    

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    futurefortress

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot! Everyone was so friendly and the vegan food was amazing.
    

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    JosephF

    Pittsburgh

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Quite a nice time at the Forge last evening. We shared the fried oyster mushrooms, the roasted cauliflower and a caprese flatbread. ALL done well with great flavors! Thanks to the staff and kitchen.
    

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    Shelby

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh! Phenomenal small plates and lovely cocktails. We come here often!
    

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    Jamie

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5

    This place is fabulous for the service, cocktails, and ambiance - the vibe can’t be beat! But, the food menu was incredibly limited. Need some more chicken/lamb options like they had in previous years.
    

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    CarolineN

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fantastic food, excellent service, chic and condo environment. My friends and I had a wonderful time and will definitely be returning! Thank you!
    

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    makaloo

    Columbus

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is my favorite lounge in all of PITTSBURGH. Actually there is no good lounge in Pittsburg but The Forge. The food is delicious. Very core Mediterranean cuisine but ultra modern. I am big on cocktails. But the mixologists at The Forge take it to a different level. I always go with the bartender experience. They try to understand me and my taste and prepare a cocktail that is so personal. The ambience especially the plush chairs and the decor is fab. I will continue to visit The Forge
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everyone was really friendly! It was a great place to sit and enjoy great food and friends.
    

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    Foodie

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great experience! Friendly staff and fun ambiance
    

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    SSmalls

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always delicious and never disappoints. The atmosphere is great but wish the music was just a tad bit louder to sound out the other patrons a bit more.
    

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    Leonard

    Pittsburgh

    99 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This place was really great. The drinks were craft and the food was excellent. I would recommend it !
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and ambiance ! Definitely a fan of this place !
    

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    Susanlaw

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Cocktails, wine and food were delicious. Fun place.
    

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    Wakefield

    Columbus

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall2food4service4ambience2

    Had a weird smell to it, like a combination of incense and BO. The tables and set up of the restaurant makes it awkward to eat. The restaurant was about 30% full when we arrived and they sat us directly next to another couple, which made it awkward. We asked to sit somewhere else but they said the rest was reserved for reservations even though the restaurant never got above 60% in capacity. Food was good though but no enough for me to return
    

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    VasudevaP

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing place in Lawrenceville. We went for the anniversary dinner date. Waitress was really friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend it.
    

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    JackL

    Pittsburgh

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great drinks and food. Wonderful place to meet friends for a craft cocktail and to share small plates.
    

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    FoodsafeT71

    Pittsburgh

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience5

    Terrific venue for a date. Definitely a foodie style restaurant. Love the casual seating. Slow, but good service. One waitress for the entire restaurant. Moderately noisy. Strongly recommend making reservations.
    

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