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1. Carmella's Plates and Pints

4.8

Exceptional(700)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

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. Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side

4.2

Awesome(1424)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar is a hip, fresh approach to Japanese cuisine. Enjoy the knife wielding chefs & experience why Nakama has the absolute best tasting hibachi grilled steak, chicken & seafood as well as the best sushi in Pittsburgh. Nakama has won numerous awards including: Best Japanese/Sushi Restaurant by Pittsburgh Magazine from 2005 through 2018. Experience why Nakama is getting Pittsburgh's vote! We are located at heart of the historic South Side at 1611 East Carson Street & 10636 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA.

3. Ritual House

4.8

Exceptional(1381)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Spirited food and drink in an atmosphere designed for the senses. Ritual House was inspired by the world travels of friends who also have a passion for Pittsburgh. Inspired art, devilish details, and comfortable, luxurious surroundings, are just the start of the experience. Located in the iconic Union Trust Building in Downtown Pittsburgh, Ritual House features innovative modern American food with global flavors and artfully crafted cocktails imagined by Lisa & Herky Pollock. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Saturday and Sunday brunch.

4. Gi-Jin

4.8

Exceptional(864)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Gi-Jin is a gin and raw bar that re-imagines the sushi experience where we marry global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors to create inspired combinations of color, technique, and style.Our intimate space operates on a reservation-only basis for parties ofno more than FOUR (4) people per table and ONE/TWO per seating at our counter.Online reservations are always open with real-time availability.Each reservation seating is designated 2 hours per booking.We do not allow any outside alcohol. if you have a request for a specific beverage please email info@gijinpgh.com prior to your visit and we will try our best to bring it in!

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5. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

4.8

Exceptional(1847)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

Pittsburgh's favorite celebration restaurant. "The Melting Pot is pure entertainment," declares the NY Times. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two, a gathering of friends for a bridal or baby shower, girl's night out, happy hour, or a birthday, The Melting Pot has the recipe to make all your occasions special. Relax in our inviting, open, elegant atmosphere and let our attentive servers guide you through our selection of fondues, sauces, and fine wines. Winner of an "Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine. The Melting Pot specializes in fondue and offers a wide variety of menu options for all dietary needs. In addition to our regular menus, we also serve gluten free and vegan offerings. To-go options are now available! Place an order online or by calling the restaurant!

6. ELEVEN

4.8

Exceptional(6137)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Eleven pays homage to the city’s history with its industrial backbone and polished interior. The Eleven culinary team crafts the ever-changing menu from the most vibrant seasonal products painstakingly sourced from farms across the region. Eleven’s offerings can be experienced in the well-appointed dining rooms or more casually at the bar with the Tavern menu. Every dish at Eleven places the ingredients at center stage, echoing the kitchen’s position in the heart of the building.

7. Altius

4.9

Exceptional(6330)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mt. Washington

Booked 49 times today

As Executive Chef & Partner of Altius, Jessica Bauer's approach to contemporary American cuisine is refined and modern with a respect for the integrity and quality of her ingredient driven menu. Your first visit may be for the view, but you will return again and again to enjoy one of Pittsburgh’s best premiere fine dining experiences. With modern surroundings, higher hospitality and an organic and sustainable wine menu, every part of your experience has been thought of and designed with care.

8. Yuzu Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(225)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Downtown

Booked 21 times today

Yuzu Kitchen brings a experience unique to the 'burgh. Our focus is to use the highest quality ingredients we can obtain and serve ramen, dons, and wok fired stir fry amongst other east asian fare to the highest of standards. We are strong believers that high quality ingredients lead to a better end product in both food and drink. With a hip and fun atmosphere our casual dining room fills with the sound of hip hop and R&B. Drawing in a wide range of diners; from college students and patrons of the arts to couples out on a night on the town. Within walking distance to many downtown attractions from Market Square to Heinz Hall. Come join us before a show at the Pittsburgh Playhouse or a game at PPG Arena!

9. The Commoner

4.6

Exceptional(2393)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

The Commoner in Downtown Pittsburgh is open for business!At our gastropub, we don’t distinguish between commoners and kings; we just want to feed the good people of Pittsburgh. In the restaurant, seasonal menus add a modern flair to classic comforts, complemented by a robust selection of local beers and craft spirits. It’s all served in an industrial-inspired setting in downtown Pittsburgh. Come and join us for an uncommonly good time.

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10. Alta Via - Market Square

4.6

Exceptional(481)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

Located in Pittsburgh's Downtown Market Square, wood hearth cooking and fresh handmade pastas are the heart of Alta Via. Seasonal modern Italian cooking with passionately sourced ingredients celebrates the way we like to live and like to eat; fresh, clean, active.

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amanda
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Best anniversary dinner place. We were totally impressed with our server, Noel. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.8
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Rachel
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Cozy and charming. Beautifully decorated for the holidays. Very attentive staff. Highly recommend.
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Carmella's Plates and PintsPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Dayna
Philadelphia County •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service and atmosphere. The food was delicious. I would highly recommend.
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Gi-JinPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.8
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Kathleen
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Fantastic time! I brought 4 friends who had never been to The Melting Pot before. They were impressed. Tip: Check the menu before your visit. For first time visitors it can be a little confusing. ****
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The Melting Pot - PittsburghPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Downtown
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4.8
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Gregoryvip
Pittsburgh / Western PA •38 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
To be honest. It was the only place that I could get a reservation for six in at the last minute. They did accommodate us well. When I did arrive, the place does have an old musty smell. It was virtually empty with only a few tables seated on a Saturday night at 7 PM. The waiter that took our order was a tentative. Our chef was very good as well. Unfortunately, I left there, and I was still hungry after getting the imperial twin New York strip steaks. in a pinch again, I surely would go. But it would not be my first choice.
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Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South SidePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown
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4.2

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1. Carmella's Plates and Pints

2. Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side

3. Ritual House

4. Gi-Jin

5. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

6. ELEVEN

7. Altius

8. Yuzu Kitchen

9. The Commoner

10. Alta Via - Market Square

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