Best Casual Restaurants in Waterfront

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1. Ritual House

4.8

Exceptional(1381)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

Spirited food and drink in an atmosphere designed for the senses. Ritual House was inspired by the world travels of friends who also have a passion for Pittsburgh. Inspired art, devilish details, and comfortable, luxurious surroundings, are just the start of the experience. Located in the iconic Union Trust Building in Downtown Pittsburgh, Ritual House features innovative modern American food with global flavors and artfully crafted cocktails imagined by Lisa & Herky Pollock. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Saturday and Sunday brunch.

2. Kaya

4.7

Exceptional(2674)

Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Kaya is a casual, island-inspired restaurant with colorful mosaics, tribal art and exposed brick walls that whisks customers away to exotic shores as they walk through the door. Kaya serves both traditional island dishes and American favorites with an island twist. Tropas (tropical tapas) sandwiches and entrees are all made with local ingredients and bold flavors. And with its classic preparations paired with exciting seasonal offerings, Kaya’s tropical cocktail list is like a vacation in a glass.

3. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2852)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 27 times today

Located in Shadyside, Soba draws guests in with plush comfort and gentle mystery, featuring a cascading water wall, glass staircase, and hand-painted murals. The spacious lounge and multiple dining nooks allow visitors to meet for drinks, share appetizers with friends, or enjoy a modern dining experience.Soba cooks from the heart and features an array of small plates and entrees intended for sampling and sharing. The cuisine draws inspiration from China, Japan, South Korea and Thailand, though it also incorporates elements from other Southeast and South Asian cultures. Soba offers a seasonal cocktail list with both classic and contemporary offerings.

4. The Commoner

4.6

Exceptional(2393)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

The Commoner in Downtown Pittsburgh is open for business!At our gastropub, we don’t distinguish between commoners and kings; we just want to feed the good people of Pittsburgh. In the restaurant, seasonal menus add a modern flair to classic comforts, complemented by a robust selection of local beers and craft spirits. It’s all served in an industrial-inspired setting in downtown Pittsburgh. Come and join us for an uncommonly good time.

5. Lucca Ristorante

4.1

Excellent(1653)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 11 times today

Pittsburgh's best kept secret, nestled on South Craig Street in Oakland. Explore Italy in a cozy casual setting. Lucca offers all pasta made in house fresh daily. All dishes are skillfully created with fresh ingredients. Weekly Lunch and Dinner features, created with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy your experience on our outside terrace, where Apertivo specials are offered daily. Our wine menu offers Italian wines from all over the region, along with some of your favorite domestic wineries. We specialize in large or small private gatherings. We truly believe you will enter as friends, and leave as family. Saluti!

6. Frick Park Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(630)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Point Breeze

Booked 5 times today

MENUhttps://www.frickparktavern.com/menuFrick Park Tavern was established for the neighborhood serving scratch food and beverages. We want the customer to feel at home, a place where you can come in and enjoy dinner with your friends and family.

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7. Pizzaiolo Primo - Market Square

4.7

Exceptional(940)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to Pizzaiolo Primo, home of truly Authentic Italian Cuisine. Pizzaiolo Primo roots trace back to Pittsburgh circa 1996, with an original credo: create Neapolitan pizza and other authentic dishes using old-world techniques and the highest quality ingredients available.

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8. CADENCE+ Cellars Speakeasy

4.6

Exceptional(145)

Price: Expensive

• American • Switzer

Booked 11 times today

Cellars is a hidden speakeasy-style restaurant offering an intimate dining experience with a creative twist on classic dishes and cocktails. Located in the Strip District unique underground setting, we invite you to indulge in a cozy, immersive atmosphere perfect for a night out or special celebration.

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9. Texas de Brazil - Pittsburgh

4.4

Awesome(5125)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mt. Washington

Booked 63 times today

Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.

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10. Mezzo at Sienna Mercato - Second Floor Only

4.3

Awesome(303)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

We welcome you to Mezzo, an Italian restaurant, bar and prohibition inspired cocktail lounge that is located in the heart of the cultural district in downtown Pittsburgh. Under the culinary expertise of Chef Adam Neal, the menu specializes in woodfired pizza, charcuterie and a creative twist on classic Italian dishes. Mezzo is the perfect choice for any occasion - whether it be a family dinner, romantic date night, or just cocktails and small plates in a cozy setting.PLEASE NOTE: This is a reservation for Mezzo, located on the SECOND floor of Sienna Mercato. The third floor, Il Tetto Rooftop Beer Garden does not take reservations. WHERE TO PARK: We are located in the Cultural District, just steps away from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Street parking is available and the two closest public parking garages to us are: 1. the David L. Lawrence Convention Center Garage2. The Garage at 1162 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

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Roxie
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The menu is quite limited, but possibly that is why what they serve is very good. The beet salad was exceptional, our entrees were quite good and the chocolate ganache was great. Wide selections of beer and wine. Service was great. Only suggestion - which is minor was both my husband and I had entrees with a sauce at the bottom of the chicken and salmon - both sauces were a little cold. Maybe it was plated before the meat and fish were done or maybe cool bowls??
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The CommonerPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6
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amanda
Charlotte •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Best anniversary dinner place. We were totally impressed with our server, Noel. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.8
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veravip
Philadelphia County •73 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was our second visit in 2 weeks. Food and service are excellent.
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Lucca RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Oakland
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4.1
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Michael
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Perfect. I am frequently there. Ashley- server. 1st time I’ve seen her. Best server I’ve ever had. She was sweet,’funny, attentive. Love her. Great seeing Jeff per usual. So nice to go to a place where the manager remembers your name. Even the valet was great. Food so good. I ate way too much and would do it again. Love it
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SOBA LoungePrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Shadyside
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4.7
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Ambervip
Pittsburgh / Western PA •24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 2024
Fresh, flavorful and absolutely delicious food! Great local draft beer, cocktail and mock-tail options.
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KayaPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Downtown
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4.7

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. Ritual House

2. Kaya

3. SOBA Lounge

4. The Commoner

5. Lucca Ristorante

6. Frick Park Tavern

7. Pizzaiolo Primo - Market Square

8. CADENCE+ Cellars Speakeasy

9. Texas de Brazil - Pittsburgh

10. Mezzo at Sienna Mercato - Second Floor Only

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