Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.
There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Pittsburgh has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.
To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Pittsburgh using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!
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#30. Vallozzi's Pittsburgh
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (293 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 220 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-2712
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#29. Ruth's Chris Steak House
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (287 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 6 Ppg Pl Six PPG Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-5425
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#28. Jean-Marc Chatellier's French Bakery
- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (423 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, French
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 213 North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15209-2558
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#27. Piccolo Forno
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (256 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3801 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1869
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#26. Central Diner & Grille
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#25. Braddock's American Brasserie
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (336 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 107 6th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3301
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#24. Mallorca Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (382 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2228 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2121
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#23. Terrace Room
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (233 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 530 William Penn Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1820
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#22. Church Brew Works
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,940 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3525 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1324
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#21. Centi Anni Alla Famiglia
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#20. Kaya
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (468 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Caribbean
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2000 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4428
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#19. Ditka's Pittsburgh
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (391 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Robinson Plz Building 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-1021
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#18. Morcilla
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (166 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3519 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1368
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#17. Pizzaiolo Primo
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (360 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8 Market Sq, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1813
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#15. Meat & Potatoes
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,100 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 649 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3204
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#14. Grand Concourse
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,154 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 100 West Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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#13. Hofbrauhaus Pittsburgh
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,234 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: German
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2705 S Water St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2391
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#12. Butcher and the Rye
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (431 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 212 6th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3102
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#11. Point Brugge Cafe
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#10. Eddie Merlot's
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (358 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 444 Liberty Avenue Four Gateway Center, Corner of Liberty Avenue and Stanwix Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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#9. Hyde Park Prime Steakhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (379 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 247 N Shore Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15212-5860
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#8. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,044 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1411 Grandview Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15211-1165
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#7. Casbah
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (382 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 229 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3912
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#6. Proper Brick Oven and Tap Room
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#5. Eddie V's Prime Seafood
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (254 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 501 Grant St Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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#4. The Capital Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (753 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 301 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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#3. The Melting Pot
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (476 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 242 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219-1176
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#2. Eleven
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (831 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1150 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4206
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