The Cafe Carnegie

4.6

429 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Healthy
Vegetarian-friendly

The Café Carnegie brings approachable cooking using responsibly-sourced ingredients to Pittsburgh’s favorite museums. The bright space features a comfortable full-service dining area with seasonal outside seating, and a walk-up espresso bar for a relaxing break on a museum visit.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Thu 10:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(412) 622-3225
Website
https://thecafecarnegie.com/index.html
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Please contact our Director of Catering, Mark Balach, at 412-353-4798 or mbalach@ciemail.com for Catering and Banquet events.
Private party facilities
Please contact General Manager Bekah Williams at bwilliams@ciemail.com for our Private Dining Menu packages for groups of 15 to 40 guests.

Location
4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
Craig Street
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Beet Salad$16.00
Grilled Chicory, Arugula, Gorgonzola, Pecan, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Pulled Chicken Salad$17.00
Romaine, Pulled Chicken, Apple, Cranberry, Walnut, Roasted Shallot Dressing
Grilled Wild Salmon Salad$18.00
Mixed Lettuce, Salmon, Poached Potato, Green Bean, Cherry Tomato, Olive, Bistro Vinaigrette
Butternut Squash Banh Mi$16.00
Lentil Puree, Cilantro-Cabbage Slaw, Jalapeño, Bolillo, French Fries
Classic Club Sandwich$17.00
Roasted Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon, Mayonnaise, Pullman Bread, French Fries
Bocadillo$17.00
Spinach and Potato Frittata, Manchego, Olive Tapenade, Calabrian Chili Aioli, Ciabatta, Petite Green Salad
Café Angus Burger$17.00
Angus Beef, Caramelized Onion, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, French Fries

Large Plates

Chickpea Cassoulet$18.00
Crispy Mushroom, Carrot, Lentil, Rosemary, Petite Green Salad
Chicken Crepes$19.00
Kale, Caramelized Onion, Mushroom Cream Sauce, Petite Green Salad
Grilled Shrimp$22.00
Saffron Risotto, Roasted Tomato, Fennel, Braised and Fried Leek
Tagliatelle$20.00
Wild Boar Ragú, Pecorino Romano, Herb Breadcrumb

Chef Collaborative Series

Jon Barr is a Pittsburgh chef with over a decade in the industry, currently working as the Executive Sous Chef for catering at DiAnoia's Italian Eatery. Shortly after the start of the pandemic, he opened Haskel's Delicatessen—a Jewish food truck where pastrami and crispy latkes were served alongside delicious pickles. When he's not eating, cooking, or planning what to eat next, you can find him and his wife Jaime chasing their daughter Eleanor around a park or museum, inevitably headed toward ice cream

Potato & Celeriac Gnocchi$19.00
Brown Butter, Miso Beurre Blanc, Pomegranate Chili Crisp

Desserts

Almond Torte$9.00
Almond Cake, Buttercream Icing, Toasted Almond
Chocolate Mousse$9.00
Fresh Whipped Cream, Berry Compote
Affogato$9.00
Housemade Gelato$7.00
Choice of Vanilla Bean or Seasonal Flavor

For the Kids

Cheeseburger$12.00
All-Beef Burger, American Cheese, Brioche Bun, French Fries
Hot Dog$8.00
All-Beef Hot Dog, Split-Top Bun, French Fries
Grilled Cheese$8.00
American Cheese, Pullman Bread, French Fries

What 429 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pittsburgh / Western PA
Kid-friendly
Pittsburgh / Western PA
Healthy
Pittsburgh
Kid-friendly
Pittsburgh
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Cafe Carnegie offers an exceptional dining experience with "terrific" food and service, perfect for a museum visit. Guests appreciate its beautiful setting by the fountain and attentive staff, notably Kristy and John. While some dishes could use a flavor boost, the "elegant and artistic" menu presentation and varied offerings make it a must-try in Pittsburgh.

429 Reviews

J
John
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent and interesting flavors in both food and cocktails. Service was personable and excellent.
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Ellen
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about our meal was perfect. The Cafe Carnegie is one of my favorite places to dine in Pittsburgh, whether I am visiting the musuem or not!
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Lynn
Pittsburgh
88 reviews
4.0
88 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Busy day to be dining at the museum but Lily handled the crush well. Good service and cheeseburger and fries was just what we needed.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Reasonable prices. Great fries. Good range of menu options.
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Nolan
VIP
Pittsburgh
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thomas delivered incredible service and I was happy he suggested we get our Apple Peanut Brittle Pancakes as an appetizer.
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Deb
VIP
Pittsburgh
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Very slow getting the food out. Some of the food was not warm. The beans and greens had no flavor. The bocadillo was not good..
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Michael
VIP
London
66 reviews
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nothing better than grabbing an excellent meal at the Cafe and then enjoying the many sights of the Carnegie museums. Service is friendly and efficient, even at their busiest times. We've enjoyed everything we've had on the unique and varied menu. Also appreciate being able to get a carafe of wine rather than a whole bottle.
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Stacie
New York City
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
On a rainy Sunday at 12:15 pm, we arrived on time for our reservation and were escorted to a table right next to the kitchen, alongside the bar. Despite the fact that other appropriate tables were available. We chose not to request a change. The cafe was definitely busy and quite loud. It took an exceptionally long time for our server to take our order. The volume of patrons kept staff hopping, so we certainly didn't have a hovering server. One of the three of us was served a bagel that was very hard but no one returned to see if everything was okay so we had to flag down a passing staff person. It was resolved quickly and apologies were offered. The rest of our meals were good, but I can't say that it was the experience we expected.
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Jeanie
Pittsburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh. Food always fresh, flavorful, delicious, in a beautiful setting with amazing service and perfectly pulled espresso. General Manager Bekah gracefully sets the example for her staff and I always feel well taken care of. Servers Kristy and Tom always make my day when I get them! Great place for business lunch, even more fun with friends and a few craft cocktails.
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Paul
Pittsburgh
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sunday brunch at the Cafe Carnegie is always a great start to a Carnegie Museum visit. The service, menu, and quality of the food is excellent. Our server was pleasant, attentive, and welcoming. The new seasonal menu offerings are always interesting. A special dish created by a regional guest chef is such a great idea. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing too - with meals provided without delay, and we were never rushed. Highly Recommended.
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FAQs

The Cafe Carnegie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 622-3225.

The Cafe Carnegie is rated 4.6 stars by 429 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Additional information

Cross street
Craig Street
Neighborhood
Oakland
Hours of operation
Thu 10:00 am–8:00 pm Bar Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://thecafecarnegie.com/index.html
Phone number
(412) 622-3225
Catering
Please contact our Director of Catering, Mark Balach, at 412-353-4798 or mbalach@ciemail.com for Catering and Banquet events.
Private party facilities
Please contact General Manager Bekah Williams at bwilliams@ciemail.com for our Private Dining Menu packages for groups of 15 to 40 guests.

The Cafe Carnegie

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Small Plates and Shareables

Deviled Eggs$7.00

White Bean and Kale Soup$9.00

Cheese Plate$14.00

Salads and Sandwiches

Beet Salad$16.00

Pulled Chicken Salad$17.00

Grilled Wild Salmon Salad$18.00

Butternut Squash Banh Mi$16.00

Classic Club Sandwich$17.00

Bocadillo$17.00

Café Angus Burger$17.00

Large Plates

Chickpea Cassoulet$18.00

Chicken Crepes$19.00

Grilled Shrimp$22.00

Tagliatelle$20.00

Chef Collaborative Series

Potato & Celeriac Gnocchi$19.00

Desserts

Almond Torte$9.00

Chocolate Mousse$9.00

Affogato$9.00

Housemade Gelato$7.00

For the Kids

Cheeseburger$12.00

Hot Dog$8.00

Grilled Cheese$8.00

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