7 Best Restaurants in Pittsburgh You Must Try!

While Pittsburgh is practicing social distancing, many restaurants in Pittsburgh are adjusting their business models to follow the safety guidelines set forth by the virus while still providing their patrons with takeout, delivery, and dine-in options. Here’s a few of our favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh we can’t get enough of!

The Yard

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As the story goes…The Yard started in 2014 three “mortal enemies,” Mike Allen, David Ondik and Sir Nirav Patel created the idea of having a restaurant dedicated to strictly…gourmet grilled cheese!The Yard now has several locations around Pittsburgh, including Market Square, each serving up cold brews alongside uniquely crafted sandwiches! The Yard also offers other options including burgers and gluten free meals!

The best part about The Yard is the personality of the owners shining through in every aspect of the business. Their “About Us” section on their website made us laugh out loud -literally-! They strive to make the environment friendly, upbeat and fun!

? 100 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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The Warren

? The Warren

Is there anything better than sipping a delightful cocktail? The Warren is well-known for its drink menu and the best part is that every single cocktail they offer is $10! The Warren is definitely destination cocktail in Downtown Pittsburgh!

They offer two distinct menu options based off of their partner restaurant, Penn Cove Eatery. Their first menu is “conventional”, offering burgers, chicken, and more! Their second menu is all things sushi. If you’re looking to grab a drink and some food after work with your friends, The Warren is a top option!

245 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Meat and Potatoes

? Meat and Potatoes

Located in the Cultural District, Meat & Potatoes is proudly Pittsburgh’s first gastropub. Opening in 2011, they describe their menu as “traditional-yet-satisfying,” American classics paired with cocktails paying homage to Prohibition and the Repeal. Meat & Potatoes exemplifies camaraderie and invites patrons to try innovative alcoholic beverages while enjoying classic comfort food!

Update: Meat and Potatoes is currently closed due to COVID. We anticipate their reopening to be sometime this fall. Please check their social media page for an official re-opening date.

? 649 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15222

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Butcher and the Rye

? Butcher and the Rye

Featuring an extensive whiskey collection, Butcher and the Rye offers contemporary takes on classic American meals. Butcher and the Rye features two separate award-winning bars with their menu consists of three custom and locally-sourced beers, 12 cocktails, over 30 wines and 15 signature drinks!

The decoration of the two-story restaurants plays to its antique style – including oil lanterns, tattoo-inspired murals, vintage doorknobs and more! Patrons can enjoy the atmosphere while dining on American classics! Tables at this hotspot are hard to come by, we suggest making a reservation before you go!

Update: Meat and Potatoes is currently closed due to COVID. We anticipate their reopening to be sometime this fall. Please check their social media page for an official re-opening date.

? 212 6th Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222

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The Commoner

? The Commoner

The Commoner strives to feed the people of Pittsburgh with their seasonal menu that features unique takes on classic dishes alongside a selection of local craft beer. Located within the Hotel Monaco, The Commoner is a trendy gastropub with a hipster-like vibe. Executive Chef Dave Racicot is one of the area’s most decorated chefs as a three-time James Beard nominee and constantly puts his own twists on signature dishes with influences from the UK!

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Proper Brick Oven

? Proper Brick Oven

Independently owned and operated, Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room is located in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Cultural District. Owner and Pittsburgh native, Suzanne Hrach, brought her “proper” bar to the Burgh in 2013 and meticulously curates her menu to feature wood-fired pizzas, pastas, creative cocktails and local craft brews! They are routinely listed on one of the 10 Best Pizza Restaurants in PA and Trip Advisor labels them as “affordable” yet fun! Most of the menu was created entirely from scratch using local produce and sustainably raised meats!

? 139 7th Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222

Tako

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Using “south of the border force and fierce margaritas,” tako is bringing the so-cal vibe to the Burgh! This lively taco shop features sidewalk seating and serves up creative Mexican street food in style! tako – Japanese for octopus – takes influences from Asian culture to serve the unique Mexican food to patrons! The menu is jam-packed with 20+ margaritas and cocktails, as well as, beer, sangria and wine!

? 214 6th Street, Pittsburgh PA 15222

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7 Restaurants in Pittsburgh We Can’t Get Enough Of!

The Yard

The Warren

Meat and Potatoes

Butcher and the Rye

The Commoner

Proper Brick Oven

Tako

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7 Restaurants in Pittsburgh We Can’t Get Enough Of!

The Yard

The Warren

Meat and Potatoes

Butcher and the Rye

The Commoner

Proper Brick Oven

Tako

More Things to Do in Pittsburgh

Follow us

Curated by

Britta Moletz