Vallozzi's Pittsburgh

4.5

2254 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Good for groups
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

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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Popular dishes

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

What 2,254 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Pittsburgh / Western PA
Great for fine wines
Pittsburgh
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Vallozzi's Pittsburgh offers an exquisite dining experience with "amazing service" and "fantastic food." Guests rave about the generous portions and "authentic Italian" flavors, with standout dishes like the lamb tortelloni and crab cakes. The ambiance is inviting, and the staff's "attentiveness" makes diners feel valued. A must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers!

2,254 Reviews

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shannon
Tahoe
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
My Steak, mushrooms, sauce and sweet potatoes were cold. Overpriced and cooked too much. Other dishes served to family were good. Waitress was very friendly.
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bridges
VIP
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Christmas atmosphere was so good! Our waitress was top notch. Meatball app is the best in town. It was a great holiday night for our family.
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Jim
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were great. Anthony was terrific.
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Michele
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Totally worth it and fabulous! We had a family celebration there and it exceeded our expectations. Ten dollars for the valet service was a nice option and thankfully we had some cash on us.
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Ronald
VIP
Pittsburgh
226 reviews
4.0
226 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed a good visit to this popular spot that is close to Heinz Hall. Service was pleasant and efficient. Food was very good. Both of us had Caesar salad then a Sicilian pizza and chicken parm. Both very tasty. This visit was far better than our last one when we had extremely long waits and had to take our entrees to go.
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Courteney J.
VIP
Cleveland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful meal before the show, made sure we had ample time to get to the theater.
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Edward
Pittsburgh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
You can never have a bad meal here. Great service and owner is always on hand checking in on everyone. Great atmosphere
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Keith
VIP
Pittsburgh
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner with exceptional service. Vallozzi’s delivers classic Italian cuisine with perfect execution. The service was likewise outstanding. If you are seeking a wonderful Italian dish in Pittsburgh, look no further.
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Ron
Columbus
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a 5:45 dinner reservation and decided to arrive at 5:00 for happy hour wine. We arrived at 5:00, a note on the door said lounge was closed for a private party. I asked if we could have happy hour wine at our table if we stay and be seated early. Said no. Only in bar and it's not available tonight. We thought that was inconsiderate. Only 2 tables occupied in dining room. Would have been an easy solution to make everyone happy. Otherwise, I had Fruit demer, my wife, rigatoni. Food excellent, service excellent. Had a bottle of wine which went well with dinner.
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Bob
Indiana
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great , the true Italian food was amazing. Good to see dt. Pittsburgh so busy!
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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 4.5 stars by 2254 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 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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.

Vallozzi's Pittsburgh

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Antipasti

Arancini$15.00

Creamy Polenta$16.00

Meatballs$15.00

Calamari$18.00

Mussels$16.00

Octopus$22.00

Tuna Carpaccio$22.00

Buffalo Mozzarella$20.00

Burrata$16.00

Insalata

Caesar$12.00

Parma$12.00

Shaved Fennel$14.00

Roasted Beet$14.00

Pizza

Vallozzi$14.00

Sicilian$15.00

Spinach$15.00

Pasta

Rigatoni Alla Vodka$28.00

Frutti Di Mare$34.00

Spaghetti Genovese$28.00

Gnocchi Salsiccia$30.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$28.00

Linguine Florentine$32.00

Bistecca Tetrazzini$42.00

Lamb Tortelloni$34.00

Pumpkin Risotto$28.00

Carne e Pesce

Half Chicken$36.00

Chicken Parmesan$34.00

Branzino$38.00

Scallops$46.00

Crab Cakes$55.00

Seafood Risotto$44.00

Veal Marsala$42.00

Veal Chop Parmesan$65.00

Veal Osso Buco$62.00

Pork Chop$38.00

Bistecca Fritto$50.00

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Make a reservation

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