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Vallozzi's Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Vallozzi's Pittsburgh

4.6
4.6
2271 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
Vallozzi's started over 50 years ago when Helen Vallozzi was selling homemade pastas out of her home. Helen opened a take out restaurant in Latrobe, PA a few years later where her popularity exploded. In 1977, Ernie Vallozzi moved his mothers location to Greensburg where it is still open and operating today. In 2012 Ernie's son Julian expanded the tradition in to downtown Pittsburgh. Vallozzi's Pittsburgh has recently joined a mere 1,200 restaurants worldwide as a recipient of the Wine Spectator Magazine's Best of Award of Excellence and is the only Italian restaurant in Pittsburgh to receive such an honor. We can host your intimate date, family dinner, business meetings, or larger parties in our banquet room. Or come enjoy a specially made cocktail in our bar area and a small bite.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 394-3400
  • Website
    http://www.vallozzispittsburgh.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Robert Nettleship
  • Catering
    Call 412.438.4092 for details on Vallozzi's catering options.
  • Private party facilities
    Vallozzi's offers several options to host your next private event. The lounge, with an elegant walnut bar and street-level picture windows, is a perfect location for cocktail-style events. Three private dining rooms, including a wine cellar, offer elegant options for sit-down dinners and luncheons. Call 412.438.4092 for more information.
  • Location
    220 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    McMasters Way
  • Parking details
    Multiple downtown parking garages are available within walking distance to the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Dinner Menu

Antipasti

  • Arancini$15.00

    fried risotto, mozzarella, marinara

    • Creamy Polenta$16.00

      sausage ragu, sunny egg, shaved parmesan

      • Meatballs$15.00

        marinara, ricotta, shaved parmesan

        • Calamari$18.00

          lemon aioli, marinara

          • Mussels$16.00

            Prince Edward Island mussels, marinara

            • Octopus$22.00

              arugula, shaved celery, garbanzo beans, shaved fennel, salsa verde

              • Tuna Carpaccio$22.00

                sea salt, red onion, tomato, caper, evo

                • Buffalo Mozzarella$20.00

                  kabocha squash, brown butter-almond vinaigrette

                  • Burrata$16.00

                    roasted tri-color carrot, pomegranate, red pepper puree

                    Insalata

                    • Caesar$12.00

                      traditional preparation

                      • Parma$12.00

                        heirloom lettuce, crispy prosciutto, shaved parmesan, toasted pistachio, lemon oil

                        • Shaved Fennel$14.00

                          arugula, orange, ricotta salata, pomegranate-mint vinaigrette

                          • Roasted Beet$14.00

                            frisee, goat cheese, poached pear, marcona almond, poached pear vinaigrette

                            Pizza

                            • Vallozzi$14.00

                              red sauce, provolone

                              • Sicilian$15.00

                                tomato, provolone, pecorino, garlic, herbs

                                • Spinach$15.00

                                  smoked mozzarella, feta, onion, garlic

                                  Pasta

                                  • Rigatoni Alla Vodka$28.00

                                    cherry tomato, broccoli rabe, mozzarella - add calabrian chilies

                                    • Frutti Di Mare$34.00

                                      bucatini, mussels, octopus, Nantucket bay scallop, leek, tomato, calabrian chili

                                      • Spaghetti Genovese$28.00

                                        basil pesto, toasted pine nut, shaved parmesan

                                        • Gnocchi Salsiccia$30.00

                                          Frankie’s sausage, rapini, garlic, olive oil

                                          • Pappardelle Bolognese$28.00

                                            beef, veal, pork

                                            • Linguine Florentine$32.00

                                              shrimp, sundried tomato, spinach, lemon cream

                                              • Bistecca Tetrazzini$42.00

                                                casarecce, filet tips, mushroom, shallot-rosemary gorgonzola cream

                                                • Lamb Tortelloni$34.00

                                                  lamb ragu, shaved parmesan

                                                  • Pumpkin Risotto$28.00

                                                    Bounty Beneath mushroom, rosemary, thyme, whipped mascarpone

                                                    Carne e Pesce

                                                    • Half Chicken$36.00

                                                      roasted root vegetables, cippolini onion, garlic cream

                                                      • Chicken Parmesan$34.00

                                                        spaghetti, basil, red sauce

                                                        • Branzino$38.00

                                                          butternut squash, fennel, stewed beans

                                                          • Scallops$46.00

                                                            butternut squash puree, roasted celery root, fennel, pancetta vinaigrette

                                                            • Crab Cakes$55.00

                                                              asparagus, lemon aioli

                                                              • Seafood Risotto$44.00

                                                                shrimp, scallops, roasted red pepper

                                                                • Veal Marsala$42.00

                                                                  Beauty Meat mushroom, cippolini onion, roasted potato

                                                                  • Veal Chop Parmesan$65.00

                                                                    red sauce, provolone, spaghetti

                                                                    • Veal Osso Buco$62.00

                                                                      saffron risotto, mirepoix vegetables, tomato jus, gremolata

                                                                      • Pork Chop$38.00

                                                                        butternut squash risotto, spinach, fig mostarda

                                                                        • Bistecca Fritto$50.00

                                                                          10oz strip, parmesan truffle potato, mushroom gravy

                                                                          Last updated: September 24, 2024

                                                                          What 2,271 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
                                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                                          • 4.5Ambience
                                                                          • 4.2Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Vallozzi's Pittsburgh offers an exceptional dining experience with "fantastic food" and "outstanding service." Guests appreciate the "huge portions" and "delicious" Italian cuisine, including standout dishes like lamb tortelloni and scallops. The restaurant's ambiance is charming, with a convenient location near theaters, making it perfect for special occasions or pre-show dinners.

                                                                          2,271 Reviews

                                                                          1. OpenTable Diner

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined today

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Food and service were outstanding. Our server David was fantastic!

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                                                                          2. monica

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Had a wonderful experience and the food was delicious will be going back !

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                                                                          3. Kristin

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            51 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            51 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            First let me start by saying we have had consistently good experiences at this restaurant. David provided excellent service for Valentine’s Dinner. The cocktail that was chocolate and strawberry flavored should be kept on the regular menu! I had short ribs and my husband had seafood risotto and both were top notch! I ordered bread pudding and my husband had the tiramisu and once again top notch! I have one complaint around the buffalo mozzarella caprese…not sure it was Buffalo cheese as the texture on Buffalo is spongier but the most important issue was the 5 small baby tomatoes that were overripe. A good caprese has a solid slice of tomato to match the mozzarella slice. Also, a balsamic drizzle adds the final perfect touch and that was missing too. I definitely would not order that again. It was almost the perfect dinner!

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                                                                          4. John

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Matthew was a great staff member! The food was amazing! Would definitely recommend Vallozzi’s to everyone!

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                                                                          5. Richard

                                                                            Las Vegas

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            Dined on February 1, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Our first time there, we thought it was wonderful. Food was fantastic, service was great. Staff was excellent.

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                                                                          6. Douglas

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            35 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            35 reviews

                                                                            Dined on January 31, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Everything was very good. The service was attentive but not too much. I started with a Caesar's salad which was large and I almost could not finish it. For my entrée, I had the Scallops which were done perfectly. For dessert, I had the Bread Pudding which was delicious.

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                                                                          7. CindyH

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined on January 28, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            We love the bar area. Ali is a great server. She is very pleasant and delivers great customer service. She is really great. Food is always good. You can carry on a conversation in the bar which is important!! Noise level is good

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                                                                          8. Joan

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            Dined on January 25, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Love this restaurant. They make it easy to dine in the city. Valet park is a plus!!relatively close to theaters. They are willing to please . Great food and ambiance!

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                                                                          9. Melissa

                                                                            Pittsburgh

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on January 25, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            It was a great experience, a little noisy but overall the drinks and food were fabulous. The portions were huge.

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                                                                          10. Joel

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Washington DC

                                                                            40 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            40 reviews

                                                                            Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Great for an occasion! We were visiting family in town, and needed a place where several different eating habits could have a good meal together. This was a great choice. We ordered meatballs, arancini, the beet salad, and the buffalo mozzarella as shared starters. The meatballs and arancini were both accessible for the younger diners, and very good for the adults. The beet salad was fantastic- the pear and goat cheese and beets all offered distinct flavors that created a nice effect. The mozzarella was surprisingly heavy on the squash, but also very good. The entrees were exceptional. The special, a swordfish with tomato chutney over risotto, was a big hit. The beef tetrazzini with mushrooms was earthy and compelling. And the gnocchi with sausage and rapini had a very pleasant tang to go with a good texture. It is worth noting that we were seating in the room with floor-to-ceiling windows, and on one of the coldest nights of the year it was chillier in that room than in the interior dining room. But otherwise it was a great evening.

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Vallozzi's Pittsburgh offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 394-3400.

                                                                          Vallozzi's Pittsburgh is rated 4.6 stars by 2271 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                          Make a reservation

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 PM
                                                                          Booked 12 times today

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Vallozzi's Pittsburgh

                                                                          220 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                            McMasters Way
                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                            Downtown
                                                                          • Hours of operation
                                                                            Tue–Fri 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $31 to $50
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Italian, Comfort Food, Wine Bar
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Fine Dining
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Multiple downtown parking garages are available within walking distance to the restaurant.
                                                                          • Payment options
                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Executive chef
                                                                            Robert Nettleship
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://www.vallozzispittsburgh.com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (412) 394-3400
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            Call 412.438.4092 for details on Vallozzi's catering options.
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            Vallozzi's offers several options to host your next private event. The lounge, with an elegant walnut bar and street-level picture windows, is a perfect location for cocktail-style events. Three private dining rooms, including a wine cellar, offer elegant options for sit-down dinners and luncheons. Call 412.438.4092 for more information.

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