Best Cozy Restaurants in Oakmont

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1. Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(91)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • O'Hara Township

Booked 58 times today

Come join us today at Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill!

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2. Mercurio's- Fox Chapel

4.6

Exceptional(71)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Mercurio’s is a family-owned and operated Italian eatery located in Shadyside and O’Hara. Anna, Michael, and Joe are a sibling trio that has grown up in the business started by their parents in 1999. We are officially the 'Burgh's Best Pizza voted by 100.7. Come check us out and see for yourself!We offer our guests authentic Italian antipasti, insalate, panini and pizze, along with wine, beer and our award winning homemade gelato.

3. Golden Gai

4.8

Exceptional(58)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Point Breeze

Booked 4 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.

4. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5353)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 34 times today

Casbah is a neighborhood restaurant and wine bar located in Pittsburgh’s East End. From the year-round garden patio to the dining room, from the cozy bar to the wine cellar, each visit can feel like a new and special experience.Casbah offers a broad menu focused on northern Mediterranean-inspired cuisine from Italy, Spain, France and Greece that emphasizes local ingredients. All meals start with warm, house made bread from Eleven’s kitchen. A cheese plate followed by appetizers, a bowl of fresh pasta, or a four-course meal are all possibilities for an evening at Casbah.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

5. Morcilla

4.9

Exceptional(1835)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Lawrenceville

Booked 23 times today

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.

6. The Wine Cave

4.6

Exceptional(71)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Allison Park

Booked 6 times today

Bella Terra Vineyards re-opened the Wine Cave in fall of 2023 to be a full service restaurant. Whether you are dining inside the cave or outside in our beautiful landscape and patio this is a very unique location. Enjoy fresh prepared dishes like our jumbo lump crab cakes, charcuterie board and several seasonal items with our award winning wines made from our several vineyards or a local beer and cocktail. Our wine cave and landscape atmosphere is the perfect spot for a date nite or gathering with some friends. Don't miss out on half price glasses of wine and appetizers during our W-F Happy Hour and Ladies Night every wednesday night.

7. Butterjoint

4.7

Exceptional(2923)

Price: Moderate

• French American • Oakland

Booked 16 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.

8. Lucca Ristorante

4.1

Excellent(1661)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 10 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!

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9. Hartwood Restaurant & Whispers Pub

4.7

Exceptional(705)

Price: Moderate

• American • Allison Park

Booked 15 times today

The Hartwood Restaurant enjoys a rich history. The originally the headquarters of the Harmar Coal Company. Purchased in 1988, the building was transformed into retail space, including antiques and a bookstore. Café tables were soon added amongst the book shelves, Over the years, The Hartwood Restaurant has evolved into a charming and unique place for meals, drinks, and events. The elegant dining rooms and a pub featuring hand-tooled woodwork and stained glass artwork.The Hartwood also features outdoor dining in a garden-like atmosphere, complete with a wood burning fireplace. Whisper’s Pub features an eclectic wine list from around the world with more than a dozen different wines by the glass, as well as seasonal cocktails, craft beers, and wine flights. Enjoy the many different spaces our restaurant has to offer, including the intimate tables in our dining rooms, Whisper's Pub, dining al fresco, and private rooms for parties. It's the perfect location for your next meal or event.

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10. City Works - Pittsburgh

4.4

Awesome(997)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

90 local and global crafts on draft highlighting local brewers, American fare with chef-driven twists, upbeat vibes, and best-in-class service. The unique marriage of ultimate sports bar and delightful restaurant.

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Joe
Pittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This restaurant was a pleasant surprise in every way. The drinks are an experience, the food is incredible and the environment is one that I have never experienced in Pittsburgh. Our server, Sophia was kind and helpful and we will certainly be back again soon.
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Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Mexican• O'Hara Township
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4.6
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Patrick
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was so so good. My wife called the calamari the best in Pittsburgh. Our server Nate was awesome and recommended perfect meals. Drinks and desert were some of the best in the city. Complimentary valet parking. Will definitely be back and recommend to anyone wanting to celebrate a birthday/anniversary/treat themselves to a fancy night out!
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CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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4.8
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Carley
Pittsburgh / Western PA •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing service and amazing food ever. single. time. 100000% recommend this restaurant if you’ve never been!
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MorcillaPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Lawrenceville
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4.9
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SusanVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •221 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The first dinner my son wanted when he came home from Portland, OR for the holidays was Mercurio's pizza. So we shared 3 pizzas and a bottle of Nero Davala wine. Mercurio's in Fox Chapel is our favorite pizza place and we love the staff who are so energetic and pleasant. Happy holidays!!
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Mercurio's- Fox ChapelPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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ElizabethVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We loved our first visit to Golden Gai! From the moment we stepped through the door until the moment we left, the ambiance and hospitality exceeded expectations. Every dish we tried was perfectly presented and equally delicious! We really appreciated interacting with the chefs and watching them create the menu!! We will be back!
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Golden GaiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Point Breeze
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4.8

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill

2. Mercurio's- Fox Chapel

3. Golden Gai

4. Casbah

5. Morcilla

6. The Wine Cave

7. Butterjoint

8. Lucca Ristorante

9. Hartwood Restaurant & Whispers Pub

10. City Works - Pittsburgh

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