Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Cultural District, Pittsburgh

Omer Z. • May 5, 2013This place takes the term "comfort food" to a whole new level. The mac 'n' cheese, pate, devils on horseback, and risotto are the first things that come to mind, but everything is incredible.

abigail. • July 5, 2017Great vegetarian options. Everything we had was delicious. Half off margaritas during happy hour & bottomless chips all the time!

Shane C. • October 30, 2013The whiskey list is on an iPad mini because it's so extensive. That's awesome. You can go to grail.com to find their whiskey list online. Very unique cuisine options.

Shorty • April 16, 2015Great Thai. Get there before noon for lunch, or you're waiting.

Megan I. • October 7, 2021A cozy little not-too-fancy bar downtown. Great food and cocktails. Good beer selection. Cool vibe. LGBTQ+ friendly.

Ami H. • August 12, 2023Holy hell, rare chuletas de cordero (lamb chops) a la plancha are phenomenal

Mollie G. • June 13, 2017Excellent all around! Fantastic bartenders with fun personalities. Add chicken to a pesto pizza & you won't be disappointed. Terrific desserts also.

Andra Z. • January 23, 2017And let's not forget the desserts - I had Tres Leches and it was really good. Highly recommended! 😍

Hensley A. • August 24, 2014Rooftop bar with an awesome view. Delicious meatballs. Perfect scene for young professionals. A great addition to Penn Ave.

Michael C. • June 26, 2022Service, atmosphere, hours, tacos, queso, guac, salsas, jalapeño margaritas all outstanding. It puts a lot of other Mexican places to shame. Definitely a premium experience.

Mollie G. • October 8, 2019Loved this dinner! Great lettuce wraps and shrimp skewers with coconut rice were delicious. Friendly service & good ambiance.

Brian M. • September 17, 2019The B&B Okd Fashioned is excellent. As is the Appalachian Trail.

B M. • August 17, 2014Has to be some of the best pizza you can get downtown. They sell by the slice too. Amazing sauce

Connor • January 28, 2015A great corned beef sandwich shop. Lots of history in this restaurant. Great for a quick meal

Lauren B. • April 30, 2023The cocktails are good, and they come in huge glasses. I really like their grilled cheese sandwich; it had apples and apricot preserves inside.

Jenda • July 9, 2021The scenery, the seats, the beer, the food trucks! Keep away from the mayflies.

Jasz D. • December 13, 2017Bravo Franco's, located downtown in the cultural district, offers great Italian meals and a decent wine selection. Great place to go before and/or after a show.

Connor • July 9, 2013Awesome Turkish food and great service! BYOB. The mozzarella cheese desert dish & rice pudding dessert was phenomenal. Lamb Shish for lunch was great.

Cody R. • September 19, 2015Such a good time to be had by all! Would definitely recommend it as a change from the regular bar. The bucket drinks are the only way to go!

Zach B. • January 21, 2016The food is cheap and it's so great. It's like subway, but for pizza. Order any topping and as much as you want. So good.

Connor • April 14, 2016Newest JJ in Pittsburgh. Typical fast service. Clean place.

Abigail A. • October 25, 2011Get the dirty chai. It's definitely the way to go.

Brandon D. • April 19, 2017I love to go for all you can eat grab legs and steak fries!

Ian S. • January 19, 2015Amazing nachos, and a "Vesper" cocktail make a great night!

Amanda E. • July 10, 2015The burgers are great! I love that they had sweet potato fries. Service was excellent as well.

jiresell • March 18, 2015Really good pizza. But the local cheese and charcuterie plates are worth a try.

Bo A. • February 5, 2013chicken parmesan on foccacia :)

Matt E. • November 24, 2013Great food, great drinks! Behind the bar, Renee is the tops! Be sure to try one of their freshly rotated draft brews.

Tommy K. • February 15, 2020Fast service! Good coffee! Nutty Irishman was creamy and good!

Connor • October 3, 2012Great place for beer if you are in the area or here for an event at the convention center. Tons of beers, the staff will help if you're lost. Buffalo Burger w/ onion petals is my favorite meal.