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Spork, Pittsburgh, PA
Spork, Pittsburgh, PA
Spork, Pittsburgh, PA
Spork, Pittsburgh, PA
Spork, Pittsburgh, PA

Spork

4.9
4.9
864 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Spork is a seasonally ingredient driven restaurant. Our menus food, beer, wine and cocktails are developed and implemented, first and foremost, by what we are able to source at its peak. As a restaurant that prides itself on scratch preparation, taken to the extreme, we understand how reliant we are on the local farms, butchers, seafood houses and a few select distributors that we partner with to execute our vision. Our team includes a farmer, a published author, a baker, and a sommelier, in addition to the usual array of chefs, bartenders and service staff. To turn out our menus, we have on-premises, programs to: Bake all of our own breads (including in-house grain milling) - Extensively ferment and pickle vegetables - Grow and harvest a large percentage of our produce - Hand craft a full line of pastas - Smoke meats, vegetables - Produce a full range of pastries, ice creams and plated desserts.

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2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 10 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 441-1700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Christian Frangiadis
  • Neighborhood
    East Liberty
  • Cross street
    N Graham St
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot is located across the street, adjacent to GBBN Architects.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour at Spork!

    Sep 5 - Oct 30, 2023
    Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Join us Monday-Friday from 5-7pm for happy hour at our bar. Food & drink discounts are available. First come first serve seating.

    Happy Hour at Spork! Photo

What 864 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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Overall

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Contemporary American

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Overall

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh

    Contemporary American

864 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, drinks and service were great! It is pricey but a very enjoyable evening!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great evening. All staff was very professional with attention to detail and friendly as well!

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  3. DavidM

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Genuinely one of the best restaurants and experiences in Pittsburgh. While not the cheapest, I never leave disappointed.

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  4. AlanB

    Pittsburgh

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Spork is one of my favorites. But for some reason it takes so long to make a cocktail. The place was not crowded and we passed on the cart service to speed things up. But it was still slow. If you could change that it would be very welcomed!

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  5. ShawnL

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our new favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh! We love this place and will be back ASAP! Great service our server was from England and was fantastic! The food was incredible we can’t say enough to do it justice. We had the Halibut and mushroom ravioli, amazing. A must if visiting Pittsburgh.

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  6. Jordi

    San Francisco

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time in Pittsburgh and so happy we chose to eat at Spork! What a mouth-watering fantastic menu. It was difficult to decide what to order, so we considered returning the next night to try other dishes. We enjoyed every bite of the crispy octopus, compressed watermelon, pork chop and the lamb. The cab by the glass was delicious and paired well with our entrees. Service was fantastic, Thank you!

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  7. Lauren

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spork was a perfect place to celebrate our birthdays - definitely something special and it really felt like an experience. Food was amazing and the staff we great.

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  8. IlanaG

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Good food, fun experience but extremely overpriced. Appetizers were delicious but very small for the cost. The carrot cake tasted like pure clove… the main dishes were well served tasty.

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  9. ChelseaC

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spork has quickly become our favorite restaurant in the city and was a no-brainer for our wedding anniversary. The food and service are always exemplary! The lamb saddle is a must-have!

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  10. icygir

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is creative and incredible! The small dishes served throughout the meal were mind-blowingly tasty (I don't know how they make blueberry and pickles work together in the same dish) and the service was great!

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  11. NickD

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience. I shared with my wife during the meal how clearly they care about the food they deliver to their customers and the overall experience.

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  12. WillP

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have dined a lot of places and this is up there with the best. Best steak I’ve had. Start to finish the meal was amazing and service was outstanding

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  13. PGHlover

    Pittsburgh

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Fantastic meal. Everyone loved their entrees and amuse bites were very good. The lights got rather dim after 8pm and we had to find the sommelier on our own, but besides that it was a truly scrumptious meal and evening. We’ll be back!

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  14. ThomasG

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What can I say—the food was great, the service was great, the place was nice! This is why it’s our favorite place! Always enjoy the innovative cuisine.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place with great food! So accommodating about adding folks to reservation! Will be back!!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Extraordinary wait staff, and the chef’s creations were fresh, both in colors and textures, and absolutely in menu creativity. Loved the seasonal cocktails as well

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  17. TrippPgh

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I had an amazing anniversary dinner. Spork is one of our absolute favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh and it never disappoints. The staff was super friendly and attentive, the pre-meal samplers were out of this world, and our entrees were delicious. They even brought us a complimentary glass of champagne to celebrate our anniversary. Love Spork!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING! Do not skip this place. Service and food are TOP notch.

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  19. LisaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience! Service was attentive, knowledgeable and down to earth. He really helped make the night. Food was interesting and well exacuted. Portions were acceptable. Drinks were different, fun, and delicious. A great night was had by all!

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  20. MelzDiners

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had the pork chop and the taglietti bolognese. Both were amazing. The pork chop was very flavorful, uniquely cooked/seasoned and served with great sides. The second dish was the pasta and it was delicious. It’s lighter on the sauce (though perfect) so be aware as you order esp if your goal is lots of sauce. The crispy pieces of prosciutto really added something to the overall dish. We shared a dessert that had 3 diff components. That was a great sweet ending and enough for 2-3 people.

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  21. Incognito

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every dish ordered was exquisite in terms of freshness, taste & plating. The “muse” dishes that supplement the order added to the diversity of the meal. Service was top notch. We are still talking about how much we enjoyed our evening at Spork. Highly recommend to all who enjoy great food.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant and amazing service. Definitely one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh!

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  23. LindaM

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious! Scallops small plate and wagyu entree.

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  24. BethD

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious — I want all of the recipes!!!! Was a little louder than usual last night — maybe just some excited diners!!! Took our vegetarian son & he loved it. The amuses & the wine were perfect too.

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  25. ScottF

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Among the best dinners we’ve had anywhere! Come hungry and enjoy!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    The food might be the best in Pittsburgh. The service doesn't yet live up to it, but we already have another reservation booked nevertheless.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food is amazing- servers wonderful- restaurant is loud but music is good

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  28. Pickle

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great meal and creative drinks! Service is always good.

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  29. Matt

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I've had in the country. Spork doesn't get enough recognition for their top notch food and great service. This was my first time dining there and it's now at the top of my list for dining out. Excellent hospitality and attention to detail.

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  30. globalkeeper

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Exceptional meal and service. Presentation was excellent on every level. Rob our server was terrific. Noisy venue but not a drawback.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An amazing farm to table fine dining experience. The best we’ve ever had. The staff cares deeply about their customers experience and reads the vibe at the table. The staff are all incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and delight is sharing the various locally sourced dish constructions, adding a sense of culinary delight and expectation. The menu features a richly creative and intricate flavor profile where each element shines yet combines within their contemporary Italian styled dishes. Their drink menu hosts some delightful mock tails featuring herbs from their own herb garden. A must go Pittsburgh experience !

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  32. Tyler

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great loved the cocktail cart and our great server.

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  33. williams

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    A true experience with great food and outstanding service

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  34. hosive

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    visiting spork from nyc and had a great time. my hosts who are locals had the best meal in a long time. delicious food that you would want to eat again. service that was attentive and friendly. low key, unpretentious vibe that makes dining accessible. this will be a stop each time we return. have already recommended it to many back home for their travels.

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  35. BethD

    Pittsburgh

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious!

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  36. ChelseaC

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spork easily lept to the top of our list for best meal in the city! We were absolutely blown away by both the food and service. We will be back soon!

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  37. Eatwellbewell

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Spork provides farm-to-table delights that include a lot creative ingredients and innovative presentation of them. Bring a lot of disposable cash, though. It's a bit much pricey.

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  38. Voodoo

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Best lamb (it’s Elysian Fields … so, yes …) Absolutely delicious meal

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  39. DavidW

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time at Spork, definitely not my last. From the moment we walked in, we were completely taken care of. The food and preparation was excellent. We ended up ordering 3 small plates and enjoyed each one. The Crispy Octopus was outstanding!!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    John was amazing. Good and service wise- best dinner we’ve had in over 4 years.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Spork is rated 4.9 stars by 864 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 PM


Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Spork

5430 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Additional information

  • Cross street
    N Graham St
  • Neighborhood
    East Liberty
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Farm-to-table, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot is located across the street, adjacent to GBBN Architects.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christian Frangiadis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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