Best Vegan Restaurants in South Side

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodChinesePizzeria

Regions

Pittsburgh

Neighborhoods

Allison ParkDowntownEtnaFox ChapelHomesteadMt. Washington

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Kaya

4.8

Exceptional(2702)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Kaya is a casual, island-inspired restaurant with colorful mosaics, tribal art and exposed brick walls that whisks customers away to exotic shores as they walk through the door. Kaya serves both traditional island dishes and American favorites with an island twist. Tropas (tropical tapas) sandwiches and entrees are all made with local ingredients and bold flavors. And with its classic preparations paired with exciting seasonal offerings, Kaya’s tropical cocktail list is like a vacation in a glass. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

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2. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

4.7

Exceptional(1901)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 81 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!

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3. Steel Mill Saloon LLC.

4.4

Awesome(110)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mt. Washington

Booked 1 time today

Conveniently located on the scenic Grandview Ave (across the street from the Duquesne incline) in Mt. Washington. We focus on food that has incredible flavors with a menu most everyone can enjoy and appreciate. Whether it be our second to none fish or our juicy burgers. We are also known for having several options for everyone, this includes Vegan and Vegetarian diets as well. Our Happy Hour is the most aggressive in Pittsburgh along with second to none bar drinks and atmosphere. Our two floors allows us to be the perfect location for a date or a family looking to enjoy good service, great flavored food along with a scenic view.All this and a GREAT VIEW!! Stop in, we look forward to serving you!

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4. fl.2 Fairmont Hotel Pittsburgh

4.4

Awesome(1445)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

fl.2 is the balance of vibrant and inviting elements designed to create the perfect dining experience. Brasserie-style menu offerings create a fresh and intimate setting.The menu pays homage to tradition, ensuring the majority of items are house made and locally sourced, and combines these elements with innovative and unexpected preparations with variations of contrasts and textures.The bar program follows suit and is rooted in fresh ingredients, locally sourced spirits and brews, and small batch estate wines that pair naturally.

5. Fig & Ash

4.8

Exceptional(2175)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northside

Booked 18 times today

A wood-flamed mash-up of Modern America with classic influences, guests will relish just how delicious home-away-from-home scratch cooking can be. At Fig & Ash, we provide seasonal sustainable comfort dishes, in a warm rustic setting. Fig & Ash offers a new take on old favorites and new adventures that will become favorites. We allot one hour and forty-five minutes for each party of two and two hours and fifteen minutes for each party of four. Please keep this in consideration when dining with us to ensure a great experience for everyone. We can accommodate up to a party of five in our Main Dining Room. Please contact us for larger reservations. We have outdoor patio seating available equipped with commercial overhead heaters. Please contact us for more details.

6. Altius

4.9

Exceptional(6425)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mt. Washington

Booked 28 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.

7. Meat & Potatoes

4.4

Awesome(1841)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Comfort Food • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Meat & Potatoes is a high end gastropub in downtown Pittsburgh. Its kitchen takes as its inspiration the idea of elevating comfort food to a gourmet level. Its chefs are inspired by fresh, seasonal ingredients and its bar staff creates innovative cocktails and serves a range of wines by the glass and draught beers, as well. The menu at Meat & Potatoes is a new take on basic. There are classic appetizers like fried pickles, grilled bread and fried Brussels sprouts, as well as more innovative fare like fried pigs ear and buttermilk fried chicken liver. Meat & Potatoes mains include pot roast, salmon and lamb neck cassoulet.

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8. Fogo de Chao - Pittsburgh

4.4

Awesome(2033)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 59 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

9. Revel

4.1

Excellent(1179)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Revel is a casual American restaurant and Gastro Bar located in Downtown Pittsburgh, steps from Market Square. Revel has a classic breakfast offering as well as a unique lunch and dinner menu. Our diverse hand-crafted cocktail options, including our famous 'Fire of 1845', along with our ample beer and wine selections offer something for everybody. Valet Parking available at 260 Forbes Avenue under the red umbrella.

10. Yuzu Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(249)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Downtown

Booked 8 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!

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Matthew
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner at Fig and Ash. The crab cake as an appetizer and the meatloaf were standouts, though honestly, the mashed potatoes with the meatloaf may have been the best bite. They were truly excellent. The brownie and ice cream was a great way to finish the meal. We are looking forward to coming back again.
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Fig & AshPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Northside
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4.8
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Irene
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were there for brunch. The avocado toast was delicious. Very good Bloody Mary, as well.
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fl.2 Fairmont Hotel PittsburghPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.4
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Karrah
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Oh server Emily was amazing! Our first visit during Valentine’s Day and they made the experience so wonderful! Ended up having to take dessert home because the portions were so generous, definitely worth the higher price tag.
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The Melting Pot - PittsburghPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Downtown
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4.7
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KevinVIP
Philadelphia County •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
A warm friendly spot on a grey rainy and dreary evening. Made it for happy hour for cocktails at a good price to start the evening. The jerked chicken was well seasoned, cooked just right and remains one of my favorites. The combination of the chicken, jalapenos, pineapple and greens is fantastic. Something new this time was the Key Lime Tart, which is definitely a keeper.
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KayaPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Downtown
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4.8
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George
Pittsburgh / Western PA •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Good food. Service was slow at first. I’d go back.
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Steel Mill Saloon LLC.Price: Moderate• American• Mt. Washington
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4.4

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