Best Fun Restaurants in Waterfront

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1. Ritual House

4.7

Exceptional(1384)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 64 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. Golden Gai

4.8

Exceptional(45)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Point Breeze

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Golden Gai, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh’s East End, conveniently located in Bakery Square. Step inside and embark on a culinary journey to the bustling streets of Japan with our Izakaya-style dining experience.As you enter Golden Gai, you’re greeted by the warm ambiance of traditional Japanese decor fused with modern touches, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both chic and cozy. The soft glow of our stunning light fixtures over the intimate dining space, where the wooden bar top that spans the length of the space, and slate accents evoke the charm of Tokyo’s iconic Golden Gai district.At the helm of our kitchen is Executive Chef Michael Taylor, a master of Japanese cuisine renowned for his innovative approach to flavor and presentation. With a background honed at the esteemed Gi-Jin, Chef Taylor brings his passion for culinary excellence to every dish, infusing each bite with creativity and precision.

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3. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

4.8

Exceptional(1848)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 68 times today

Pittsburgh's favorite celebration restaurant. "The Melting Pot is pure entertainment," declares the NY Times. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two, a gathering of friends for a bridal or baby shower, girl's night out, happy hour, or a birthday, The Melting Pot has the recipe to make all your occasions special. Relax in our inviting, open, elegant atmosphere and let our attentive servers guide you through our selection of fondues, sauces, and fine wines. Winner of an "Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator magazine. The Melting Pot specializes in fondue and offers a wide variety of menu options for all dietary needs. In addition to our regular menus, we also serve gluten free and vegan offerings. To-go options are now available! Place an order online or by calling the restaurant!

4. Mary's Vine

4.8

Exceptional(747)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Homestead

Booked 3 times today

Our wine lounge is a perfect meeting place to celebrate a special occasion, meet up with friends, date night, or out with another couple. Come enjoy a glass of wine or a classic cocktail, partake of some amazing food that is fun to share! We are a 21 and over establishment.

5. Gi-Jin

4.8

Exceptional(865)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Gi-Jin is a gin and raw bar that re-imagines the sushi experience where we marry global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors to create inspired combinations of color, technique, and style.Our intimate space operates on a reservation-only basis for parties ofno more than FOUR (4) people per table and ONE/TWO per seating at our counter.Online reservations are always open with real-time availability.Each reservation seating is designated 2 hours per booking.We do not allow any outside alcohol. if you have a request for a specific beverage please email info@gijinpgh.com prior to your visit and we will try our best to bring it in!

6. Co-Sign Speakeasy

4.7

Exceptional(108)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Homestead

Booked 2 times today

Co-Sign SpeakeasyAn immersive cocktail experience located in the historic “Bank on 8th” building in Homestead. The space was delicately designed to transport its patrons to the Prohibition era. Enjoy hand made cocktails and a bar experience unlike anything else.

7. Grand Concourse

4.4

Awesome(8390)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 107 times today

Housed in the beautifully preserved Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station, the Grand Concourse restaurant at Station Square is a true testament of grandeur and elegant dining. With a cathedral stained-glass vaulted ceiling, marble columns, and a dramatic staircase, guests are quickly transported to the glamorous side of the Progressive Era with the luxury of a modern day menu. Our award-winning seafood restaurant boasts a fine selection of our signature seafood dinner specials, tender steaks, poultry, and on Sundays, the best brunch in Pittsburgh. Nestled comfortably on the riverfront and overlooking the downtown skyline, Grand Concourse at Station Square will outshine any restaurant near you—and any seafood restaurant Pittsburgh has to offer. Come join us for the most memorable dining experience around.

8. Fish nor Fowl

4.7

Exceptional(524)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • East Liberty

Booked 11 times today

Fish Nor Fowls chic, Italian influenced menu centers on beautiful ingredients, simply executed to deliver an experience like none other in Pittsburgh. The natural, clean design of the space combines functionality with comfort and beauty. Visionary Chef, Richard DeShantz, creates a rustic menu with modern takes on classic Italian inspired dishes.

9. ELEVEN

4.8

Exceptional(6138)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Eleven pays homage to the city’s history with its industrial backbone and polished interior. The Eleven culinary team crafts the ever-changing menu from the most vibrant seasonal products painstakingly sourced from farms across the region. Eleven’s offerings can be experienced in the well-appointed dining rooms or more casually at the bar with the Tavern menu. Every dish at Eleven places the ingredients at center stage, echoing the kitchen’s position in the heart of the building.

10. Butterjoint

4.7

Exceptional(2912)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Oakland

Booked 30 times today

Butterjoint is a comfy bar and restaurant located in North Oakland. Our welcoming and eclectic atmosphere is appropriate for almost any occasion - whether it be meeting a friend for a drink, celebrating an important event, or relaxing after work. Our menu is a mixture of familiar Pittsburgh foods (think pierogies, hamburgers, French fries) and French bistro classics (beef tartare, raclette, mussels), and seasonal classics that come and go throughout the year. We put care into our vegetarian dishes too, including making our own tempeh, falafel, and veggie patties from scratch. Menu items change frequently--usually every day--and reflect many long-standing relationships we have with farms and breweries in our region. In addition to reservations, we also have a thirty seat bar that is first come, first serve. We don’t know exactly how old the bar is, but it’s at least seventy years old (probably older) and very cozy. Our friendly bartenders are here to make something you like.

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Alden
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great spot to visit. I love the Toro especially in all forms.
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Gi-JinPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.8
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Ladarius
Las Vegas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great experience ! Did the 4 course meal. All 4 courses were amazing. This was can’t miss 10/10
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The Melting Pot - PittsburghPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Downtown
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4.8
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Christinavip
Pittsburgh / Western PA •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Another beautiful restaurant by DeShantz. The salad had a delicious citrus ginger dressing and was beautifully prepared. The rolls, nigiri and sashimi were all wonderful. Outstanding items were the gyoza and yakimeshi. Would love to see more gyoza options in future offerings.
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Golden GaiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Point Breeze
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4.8
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Ken
Pittsburgh / Western PA •64 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My wife and I had a great experience at the Ritual House. We started at the bar before dinner with a generous, well made, gin martini. We were seated upstairs for dinner which is beautifully decorated. Our server Leena, was fantastic from start to finish. This was not our first time here, but I had never ordered a steak. I had the filet with the brown butter bearnaise and butternut squash purée. It was truly one of the best meals I have had in a few years of dining out in Pittsburgh. We’ll definitely be back soon!
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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PatrickM
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Nov 2024
Excellent atmosphere. Great service! Food and wine nicely matched. Jordan is a helpful and very knowledgeable sommelier. Always very happy with the overall experience. Cigar bar is unique!!!
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Mary's VinePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Homestead
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4.8

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96 restaurants available nearby

1. Ritual House

2. Golden Gai

3. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

4. Mary's Vine

5. Gi-Jin

6. Co-Sign Speakeasy

7. Grand Concourse

8. Fish nor Fowl

9. ELEVEN

10. Butterjoint

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