Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Pittsburgh

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Pittsburgh? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Umi Japanese Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (703)

$50 and over

Japanese

Shadyside

About the restaurant

With every detail considered and every arrangement intended, Umi exists to please with gentle perfection. Perfectly fresh fish is prepared in an elegantly and understated manner. Traditional Japanese decor reflects the ancient art of sushi while lively music and contemporary service align with the modern and masterful preparation of the plates. Climb the steps for an exquisitely refined journey.

Umi is located directly upstairs from Soba in Shadyside. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

Top review

Serena

Dined 2 days ago

If you’ve never been to an omakase before and you are with someone who is new to raw fish, this is a good decent intro spot.

Falsetti's Villa Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (512)

$30 and under

Italian

Kittanning

About the restaurant

Family owned Italian restaurant happily serving our customers in the region for more than 50 years. We offer pasta, poultry, beef, veal, seafood entrees; soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts; soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails. We also provide trays and half trays; to-go service; and, a large backroom that can accommodate parties of up to 30 people. Please check out our menu online for a complete listing.

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Angela

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

It was our anniversary and we were seated next to the Christmas tree. Our waitress Tiffany was so sweet, and attentive! She made great recommendations and always checked in on us. Food was amazing as always! From freshness, flavors, to portion size and overall value.....outstanding!! We do not live close by so when we get the chance to go, we go. Always order a take-out meal and sauce to go, even though we have leftovers from our meal. Thank you again for making our anniversary evening so spectacular!! Can't wait for our next time ❣️

Altius

4.9

4.9 (6367)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Mt. Washington

About the restaurant

As Executive Chef & Partner of Altius, Jessica Bauer's approach to contemporary American cuisine is refined and modern with a respect for the integrity and quality of her ingredient driven menu. Your first visit may be for the view, but you will return again and again to enjoy one of Pittsburgh’s best premiere fine dining experiences. With modern surroundings, higher hospitality and an organic and sustainable wine menu, every part of your experience has been thought of and designed with care.

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RichardVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food was exceptional along with the server and the view was a bonus. Everyone was very professional and pleasant. With be back when in town again.

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Chilean Seabass

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Heritage Breed Tomahawk Pork Chop

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Ōra King Salmon

Eddie V's - Pittsburgh

4.9

4.9 (3795)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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Brandon

Dined 6 days ago

Eddie V's was beautiful and the food and drinks were delicious. I'd highly recommend a fancy date night here!

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The Capital Grille - Pittsburgh

4.8

4.8 (4281)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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Florence

Dined 2 days ago

From the moment I stepped foot into Capital Grille, I was welcomed by a lovely hostess who greeted me by name and made me feel at home. My friend and I always ask to be seated at Rebecca's station. She is professional, knowledgeable about the specials, and makes us feel appreciated. The food is excellent as always that is why we dine at Capital Grille several times throughout the year. It is truly a treat and a gastronomic delight.

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Parmesan Truffle Fries

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Morcilla

4.9

4.9 (1834)

$50 and over

Spanish

Lawrenceville

About the restaurant

The Morcilla team brings contemporary Spanish influenced cuisine to the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Enjoy a mix of pintxos, house made charcutería and large plates meant for sharing from our family-style menu. End your experience with churros and chocolate hazelnut fondue to round out the evening. Our beverage program features craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, a deep sherry and vermut selection and local craft beer. Our dining room is intimate, perfect for celebrating your next special occasion with your favorite person. If you prefer bar seating, the full menu is available there too. We do recommend reservations, but hold a few bar seats for walk-in diners. Refer to www.morcillapittsburgh.com for our current menu.

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Carley

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing service and amazing food ever. single. time. 100000% recommend this restaurant if you’ve never been!

Cafe Momentum - Pittsburgh

4.8

4.8 (144)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Café Momentum is not a normal restaurant. Café Momentum is a non-profit restaurant that offers a locally sourced, chef-driven menu and serves as a culinary training facility for young people impacted by the juvenile justice system.

Café Momentum’s program teaches critical skills that allow youth to re-enter society in a safe, real-world environment of nurturing accountability. By participating in our program, the youth rotate through every aspect of the restaurant, from waiting tables to washing dishes, while working side-by-side with Chef Peter Henry.

Don't miss our famous smoked fried chicken served with mashed potatoes, ham hock collard greens, buttermilk biscuit, and black pepper gravy.

We are BYOB! $5/person corkage fee.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Nov 16, 2024

We had a 5:00 reservation and the restaurant had just opened. We had the goat cheese and mushroom appetizer, strip steak and salmon. Everything was wonderful. Restaurant is byob and if you forget there is a state store a 2 minute walk away. Very nice experience and would definitely go back.

Eighty Acres Kitchen & Bar

4.9

4.9 (1085)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Plum

About the restaurant

Eighty Acres Kitchen & Bar is a relaxed restaurant featuring New American cuisine with a farm-to-table emphasis. We are a family-owned and operated restaurant, with head chef Don Winkie leading the kitchen. At present, with business hours adjusted due to challenges of re-opening during the pandemic, Eighty Acres Kitchen & Bar is serving a modified brunch, dinner, and take-out Thursday-Sunday from 11:30 am - 9pm. The patio is open! Please call us directly to reserve your spot on the patio. Due to social distancing, reservations are strongly encouraged for bar and dining room seating. Current menus can be viewed at eightyacreskitchen.com.

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Rachelle

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Great food. Three of us had crab cakes and one had salmon. We all enjoyed our meal. Server seemed annoyed with any questions we had about the meal & she didn’t refill our drinks.

Forma Pasta Cafe & Market

4.9

4.9 (80)

$30 and under

Italian

Sewickley

About the restaurant

A quaint Sewickley Fresh Pasta Kitchen & Market, serving your favorite Italian Classics with a modern approach, featuring in-house fresh made pasta, sauce, and more - come join us Friday & Saturday evenings between 5-9 PM for dinner. Open for Breakfast & Lunch throughout the week.

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Whitney

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

I had an amazing experience here! The food is absolutely top-notch, with everything made in-house. The fried mozzarella was a perfect 10/10—crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside—and paired beautifully with the flawless marinara sauce. Every dish arrived piping hot, which I truly appreciated since it's been an issue at other places lately. The portions are generous, especially the eggplant Parmesan, which is easily big enough to share. The Caesar salad was another highlight, with buttery, house-made croutons that added a wonderful touch. Overall, the food and service were fantastic. It’s a small spot that offers great meals, though I’d note that their fiber service on weekends can be a bit slow, which slightly impacted the overall experience. Still, I highly recommend this place for the quality and care put into their food!

One by Spork

4.9

4.9 (1002)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

East Liberty

About the restaurant

One by Spork is a seasonally driven chef’s tasting menu experience. At One, we embrace the concept of unity through our shared "house" philosophy. By erasing the traditional barriers between different skill sets, we unite as a single team with a common goal: delivering an unforgettable experience. Combining our teams allows us to harness a wealth of knowledge and expertise, evident in every sip and bite we serve.
Immerse yourself in our decision free multicourse culinary adventure. This experience can be met with a selection of perfectly curated liquid enhancements. Upon arrival, our team will help you select the pairing right for you!
Doors open at 5:45pm. Dinner starts promptly at 6.

Due to our extensive uses of allium, nightshades, and butter, we are unable to accommodate these allergies. We ask that all allergies are noted with at least one week notice to allow our team time to prepare ingredients and menu changes to your specific needs.

Reservations are required.

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Jessica

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Perfect service, and the food was visually stunning. Flavors were perfect and sometimes surprising in the best way. Looking forward to One!

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