Restaurants of the ’Burgh: Popular spots and hidden gems in Downtown Pittsburgh

Abstract

For anyone familiar with local Pittsburgh food, you have probably heard about our love for featuring french fries on salads or fried eggs on sandwiches. In addition to these famous traditions, we also enjoy one of the most creative and varied local food scenes in the country. Pittsburgh is widely becoming known as a welcoming and refreshing spot for inventive chefs with a can-do spirit. Whether you are looking for a restaurant to gather for a memorable meal with ACRL colleagues or hoping to find a place to grab a bite quickly between conference sessions, this guide presents a variety of dining options around Downtown Pittsburgh. Price key (food only; per person): $ = less than $10, $$ = $10–$20, $$$ = $20–$30, $$$$ = $30+. For those exploring outside of Downtown’s “Golden Triangle,” there are many more restaurants just a quick bus or car service trip away in the Strip District, Lawrenceville, and beyond. Please see https://www.discovertheburgh.com/best-restaurants-in-pittsburgh for a more comprehensive list.