New American Restaurants in Pittsburgh, PA

“Excellent restaurant! Can’t wait to return. Everyone is so welcoming and fantastic hosts. I appreciated the relaxed atmosphere, art, and creativity while enjoying really outstanding food. It was the perfect spot for my birthday tonight. ❤️“

“If I could leave a 9 star review, I would! Truly unique and artisanal cocktails, an inspired small plate menu, and presentation of food and drink that is reinventing and exceeding any expectations I ever could have dreamt up. Giuliana is a thorough, knowledgeable, and all around classy server.“

“Nice space, decent wine selection. Staff was very nice. I look forward to going back, especially to see a show there. However, the Duck Tacos: AVOID. Duck? Yes. Goat cheese? A bit. Pine nuts? A few, I think. Pomegranate gremolata? Not exactly. Cilantro? Missing. Maybe Saturday afternoon is the wrong time to order them.“

“Look for our server, David M. Friendly, great sense of humor, provided advice on food and drinks. I wanted a Porter or a stout, and he joyfully replied “Left Hand Milk Stout!” He nailed it.“

“We had the pleasure of visiting Altius for the first time, and it was truly delightful. The entire staff was kind and welcoming, making our experience all the more enjoyable. The food surpassed our expectations. A special thanks goes to our server, Jacob, whose attentive service truly enhanced our evening. We are grateful for his professionalism and warm demeanor.“

“Absolutely amazing food. We had 7 different things and they were all full of insane flavor. Highly recommend!“

“This place is great but the best part was our server. Tiffany's service was nothing short of extraordinary! From the moment we walked in, her warmth and enthusiasm set the perfect tone for our experience. Her recommendations were spot-on, showcasing her deep knowledge of the menu and her keen understanding of our tastes. Throughout our time there, she remained attentive, ensuring our glasses were never empty and our needs were promptly met. But what truly set Tiffany apart was her infectious energy and genuine desire to ensure we had a fantastic time. She didn't just serve us food; she created an atmosphere of joy and laughter, making every moment memorable. Tiffany is the epitome of hospitality, and her dedication to her craft shines through in every interaction.“

“Fabulous and delicious! Can't wait to go back!“

“We have enjoyed Eleven for many years and this visit did not disappoint. Pre dinner service at the bar was outstanding and attentive. Veal & Pork Meatballs / Scallops appetizer was delicious. Tenderloin and pasta dinners were on point. Seating is the only area we seem to be challenged with when we go. Booths are always taken and end up in a less desirable table.“

“Great service from Jenna! She’s very good at explaining everything and makes sure you enjoy your experience to the fullest. Highly recommend asking to be seated in her section.“

“Alta Via is definitely a favorite place of mine now. Tonight was my third time coming, and our server Eddie was absolutely amazing. He saved our night! (We had a horrible experience at another resturaunt, so we left and came to Alta Via in Market Square!) He was so attentive to our needs and really went above and beyond! Food is always delicious, drinks are amazing and the focaccia bread they bring out is to die for. Highly recommend! And ask for Eddie at the Market Square location!“

“Food was generally good. The menu is small on Tues. The Pretzel app was good. The Cesar salad was OK, lettuce needed more dressing. Beef cheek was tasty. The chocolate desert was very good. Had a good glass of wine. Price was high for what we got.“

“Loved the Strawberry Fields chicken salad, the chicken bacon Ranch Piadina, and the Pizookie Trio was so decadent! Dustin B.was our server. polite, professional, helpful and friendly. Ask for him when you stop in!“

“We booked a brunch reservation for 4, arrived on time and then waited half an hour before anyone gave us water or menus. No apology or explanation given. It seemed like there was one girl trying to run the entire front of house. She did her best, but service was lacking. Once we did get to order the food was delicious. The Bloody Mary was unremarkable and could use some love.“

“After several years, still a 4. I started with a drink at the bar and then moved on to a table. It was around 5 on a Saturday and the place was dead except for a wedding party killing a half hour at the bar. Too early, I guess. The bar service was fine. The table service was too, though he perhaps came off as a little less than genuine. In any case, I didn't really want for anything. My burger and fries were very good and I enjoyed the wine. The burrata app was weird (they minced up the burrata?), but it tasted good. Perhaps they didn't want to serve the whole ball? My main gripe was that menu presented was different from the one found on their website. This was due to a recent seasonable update, but come on folks-it's just a quick upload. I was originally disappointed that the burger that I'd come there for was not on the new menu. When we asked, though, he explained (in a sort of annoyed, ugh-I-have-to-explain-the-burger-thing-again tone) that the burger was just too popular. While they still serve it, it's not on the menu "to give customers a chance to notice the rest of the [more expensive] menu offerings". Mind you, this is a $27 burger and fries we are talking about here - not a super-cheap dish that's bringing in the riff-raff. They apparently plan to rebrand the burger as a secret menu item or something. Maybe it's me, but if your burger is outshining the rest of the menu to the point where you actively try to sell less of it, perhaps the rest of the menu is actually the issue. I, for one, rarely order a burger and love more fine dining food, but nothing else on this menu really stood out to me.“

“Came here late night after a photoshoot in the city. Treated the people I was with to a nice meal. I called to see if there was a wait. The person on the phone was very helpful and it was not busy, so we could get in. They greeted us very kindly and sat us upstairs. My only complaint is that the fans made it cold after coming in from rainy weather. I suggest coming here during (Happy Hour) as the food and drinks are very pricey, but understandable as the quality of the food was worth it. The house made tortillas were warm and delicious. The queso, salmon, and guacamole appetizers were delicious and filling. Pineapple Margarita hit the spot. All the tacos they have are superb. Very delicious late evening option if you want quality food.“

“Great food, friendly service, awesome prices! I love this place.“

“The food was exceptional, and the drinks were top-notch, making it a memorable first anniversary celebration for my husband and I.“

“On a referral from a friend my wife and I decided to try coughlin’s out and weren’t disappointed. Fantastic food, friendly service, great atmosphere“

“My Wife and I have been to pretty much every high-end Steak restaurant in Pittsburgh and the Vandal consistently has the best Steak we have had. We had the Tomahawk Ribeye for two and it was extremely tender, succulent and tasty. I believe the Vandal's ability to consistently provide the best steak experience is due to the Sous Vide cooking of the steak initially, with a grill or sear before service. And don't forget about perfect twice fried frites! Everything was great as well as great service.“

“Great place with amazing pizza“

“The summit has been one of my favorite places since the day it opened. They have hands down the BEST Mac and cheese I've ever had. (I literally call and ask if they have it, believe me, if you know, you know!) they have the most creative cocktails and an amazing staff. I love the chill vibe with candles and dim lights. I newly found an extreme love for their smash burger as well. I'll be back, often!“

“Service was great and the burger I got was delicious I would highly recommend you try it out when your in Pittsburgh“

“This place is absolutely amazing!!!! I came here with a large party of 10 and EVERYONE’s food was to die for. Some people got something sweet, some did savory….and they were all fantastic. LOVED that they had multiple Benedict’s to choose from. Service was also fantastic! 100000/10 would recommend.“

“I visited Bar Botanico roughly 1 month ago. I entered the building and almost turned around out the door because it looked crowded. The host politely shouted out "we have room for two" so my partner and I returned back. He let us know he could get our drink order while we waited for a two top table to clear which he assured us would happen soon. My partner has severe peanut, tree nut and shellfish food allergies and the host asked us immediately about our allergies. While my partner got beer (allergy comfort zone), they ensured my drinks were made in a separate shaker and let him know that he could try them if he wanted since they made them separate and left out any allergens. This was a lovely place for someone with allergies and it was really unexpected and wonderful. I will definitely be back. Oh I forgot to add the drinks were delicious, I enjoyed watching the bartenders work. We did not eat here so I can't speak to the food but very happy with everything else we experienced.Dietary restrictions: Very allergy friendly/accommodating.“

“Our first visit. Very pleased. Nicely made cocktails. The loaf of fresh buckwheat focaccia with herbed olive oil was addicting. I had a tasty seafood linguine loaded with shellfish, calamari, shrimp, and fish in a mild white wine sauce. My wife enjoyed several small plates; the finocchiona and duck prosciutto followed by the shrimp. She liked all of them. Kate, our server, was friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about the menu options. It's definitely a good choice for a really good meal.“

“We went to G’s for our anniversary and it was an absolutely delightful experience. Great quiet and cozy atmosphere, stellar service, and incredible food and drinks. Every dish was full of flavor and the textures were all beautifully done. Even the bread basket was amazing with maple butter. It felt like a 5 star dining experience for a reasonable person. Excited to go back again soon.“

“The shrimp with house made cavatelli is to die for!!!! Can’t wait to come back.“

“Great food, atmosphere and staff! Had the French dip which was so good. Will be back!“

“This was our first time at Carmella's. We had heard many great things about the place and we were not disappointed. The service was very friendly. Everyone was very attentive without being overbearing. The food was brought out in a nice timely manner. Each dish we had tried was excellent. We tried several small plates and one was better than the next. The cocktails were excellent and the collective whiskey list was unsurpassed by no other establishment I have visited worldwide. Overall, a wonderful experience and we will definitely return with friends.“

“Super awesome staff! I when during a rush and this super nice older lady was staffing the whole place. Despite all the customers she kept the drinking coming fast! Food is also pretty decent, it’s a very small limited menu but they have some good sandwiches. I would definitely recommend stopping in for a quick drink or something to munch on.“

“This was my first time at Bonfire and it was amazing! Our waitress Julia was very personable and it was evident that she made an effort to interact with us! I would definitely go back!“

“Excellent food and service!“

“amazing food, bulgolgi is amazing, the kimchi fried rice is to die for, and don't forget to start with the killer tofu as well. can't wait to go back!“

“Excellent service! Variety of food. Food was perfect! Nice atmosphere.“

“Great atmosphere , great and fresh food, and great selection of beers“

“Burger was awesome but had to send fries back because they were cold no problem new ones sent back pretty soon“

“I ordered the crab cake meal and I must say, they were better than the crab cakes I've ordered in Maryland. They were filled with lump crab meat and barely any filler. Delicious. My friend got Red wine braised short rib and also was impressed. Our server Matt was phenomenal. He explained the menu, was friendly and just great service all the way around. The restaurant is located inside the Sheraton Hotel in Station Square and was classy, clean, and inviting. I'll definitely return!“

“Andra Moorea is the best option too run to if you are new into stock market she has been the best I have worked with and i recommend“

“it was a great place to go until tonight when we went to dinner the service we received from the waitress was fantastic the food was fantastic but when we went to leave we stopped to play one of the games and ended up being harassed by I guess one of there drunk customers. the sad thing about the situation is one of the owners sat there and let it go on. the guy was very aggressive to us wanting to fight all we did was sit down to play one of the machines and didn't realize the volume was on low. this guy pushed his way in between me and my brother put his hand in the machine and lowered the volume he could of just asked us so my brother told him not to put his hand on the machine and he went off now one of the owners were sitting by him letting this go on. he kept going back to the bar and the machine. he made a comment that we played the machine because we saw him playing it. we were in the table area. as we were leaving we walk by him and he yells oh leaving without fighting me. then he was running his mouth with the f word now the owner is still sitting there letting this go on. I started walking back towards the guy and the owner stops me and said you were leaving so leave. then there was a lady sitting at the same table and she got up and talked to us and walked us out. she was very nice. then there was another drunk woman at the bar and as we were leaving she started running her mouth. I never expected this kind of behavior in this restaurant it was always so peaceful and enjoyable. so I guess here it shows that you must have to be a drunk to get appreciated for you patronizing Coaches. very sad have to find another place now.“

“Very pleasant & friendly wait staff. They are so accommodating and welcoming. Food is awesome!! Lot of variety. My mom recently passed away last week & this was her favorite place to eat ❤️She Loved the wing special & wedding soup. I will miss our weekly visits together ?“

“The foods truly excellent, I strongly recommend coconut shrimps as starter. The rib eye steak cooked rare also fantastic, just right with juicy. The bread didn’t come when we finished order, instead it come with our entrees. The dishes that we finished, they just let the plates keep sitting on our table.“

“Best pancakes! Great service. Highly recommend!“

“Definitely the place to go if you are new to the area. Good people great food and cold drinks.“

“Great margaritas! Amazing little bar on the strip! I can't believe we almost missed it! Emma treated us so well, helped explain the beers to find what we liked and the ambiance was intimate! Perfect for a date night or to watch the game!“

“I like to go different places and try new things. So when I don't feel like doing the most and still want to be social, Tammy's is that laid back spot where I can enjoy a good drink, great wing, and have an enjoyable night with friends. ?“

“Leo is a hidden gem on the north side with a well-curated draft list, great bar snacks (oh, my! those pickled quail eggs), a massive collection of vinyl, and infused liquors you can have made into just about any cocktail (or better yet, let the tender decide). What more could you possibly need?“

“Don't judge the book by its cover. This restaurant looks odd from outside, but as you enter, it's very welcoming. The ambiance and food are really nice. I definitely recommend it.Kid-friendliness: Shrimp steamed dumplings were good for kids , and customized chicken/ shrimp lomein can be ordered with less spice and oil.“

“Big fan of this dive bar! Perfect place if you need quick food and a drink, and can sit at the bar. Also great to go with a group after a long bike ride on the trails! All the wraps are 10/10. Pump track wrap and rail trail are my favorite. I've had the best burgers ever here but they are not consistent. I think it depends on who is cooking because sometimes the are cooked to perfection, and other times they are dry and over done. But the toppings are always unique and good. Service is what you would expect from a dive bar, always friendly and attentive but let you be with your food and beer. Cool place.“

“Love seeing a staff that support each other. Pick up extra when another is swamped. The folks serving me had backup and I watched the bartender get servers and bussers jump in when 20 orders came in. Maybe a small thing but it certainly adds to the kindness of the staff. Thank you!“