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You can expect an enormous variety of cuisines in Pittsburgh, a reflection of the town's ethnic diversity. Most of these restaurants are surprisingly affordable. Many restaurants allow you to bring your own wine or beer. Higher-end dining establishments are in the downtown area.
Dark wood, candlelight, and crystal accent the unique dining area at Le Mont, one of several restaurants on Mt. Washington. If you visit at night, you can enjoy the city's illuminated skyline. Specialties include rack of lamb, roast raspberry duck, and steak Diana. There's live music and a pianist.
What started out in 1933 as a working-class bar is now a Pittsburgh favorite with eight locations. The cheese steak comes with fries, coleslaw, and tomato—all in the sandwich.
An ornate ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and elaborate floral arrangements highlight this room in the Omni William Penn, which has been restored to its original 1916 appearance. You can enjoy seafood, steak, or prime rib. There's a weekend breakfast buffet from 6:30 am to 2 pm.
This converted 1902 Catholic church offers a variety of brewed-on-site ales and lagers (the brewing equipment sits front-and-center, on what was once the altar) and a satisfying menu. The original stained-glass windows are still in place. Buffalo-and-wild-mushroom meat loaf, wood-fired pizzas, black pepper glazed pork chops, and pierogies are on the menu. The wide central aisle and kid-friendly menu make it a good place to come with children.
The menu at this Mt. Washington eatery includes chicken and lobster tart, lump crab cakes, apple butter–glazed pork chop, and steaks. There is a deck for outdoor seating (but unfortunately, no citywide view). Valet parking is available on the weekends.
Situated on the ground floor of the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center across from Mellon Arena, this restaurant's menu has entrées such as lump crab cake with roasted corn hash and lime aioli; cedar-plank king salmon with sweet potatoes, asparagus, and ancho beurre blanc; and grilled swordfish with roasted eggplant, capers, olives and tomatoes. Also available are the Brasserie "Mac 'N' Cheese," with prosciutto and white truffle essence, as well as salads, wraps, and sandwiches. If you score a table by the window, you'll have a clear view of the skyline. Brunch is served on weekends.
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