Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Waterfront

20 restaurants available nearby

1. Ritual House

4.8

Exceptional(1385)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 68 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. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5321)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 37 times today

Casbah is a neighborhood restaurant and wine bar located in Pittsburgh’s East End. From theyear-round garden patio to the dining room, from the cozy bar to the wine cellar, each visit canfeel 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, housemade 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.

3. ELEVEN

4.8

Exceptional(6138)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 39 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.

4. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2854)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 25 times today

Located in Shadyside, Soba draws guests in with plush comfort and gentle mystery, featuring a cascading water wall, glass staircase, and hand-painted murals. The spacious lounge and multiple dining nooks allow visitors to meet for drinks, share appetizers with friends, or enjoy a modern dining experience.Soba cooks from the heart and features an array of small plates and entrees intended for sampling and sharing. The cuisine draws inspiration from China, Japan, South Korea and Thailand, though it also incorporates elements from other Southeast and South Asian cultures. Soba offers a seasonal cocktail list with both classic and contemporary offerings.

5. Lucca Ristorante

4.2

Awesome(1653)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 12 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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6. The Capital Grille - Pittsburgh

4.9

Exceptional(4247)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 72 times today

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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7. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

4.8

Exceptional(1848)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 70 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!

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8. Cioppino Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1655)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Cioppino Restaurant is a popular spot for birthday celebrations, as noted in several reviews. It's praised for its excellent service, delicious food, and wonderful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for special occasions. One reviewer said it was 'perfect for a birthday celebration' and another shared it was the 'perfect birthday dinner spot'. The restaurant's live music and $3 Mimosas on Saturday Brunch also add to the birthday fun.

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9. CADENCE+ Cellars Speakeasy

4.6

Exceptional(145)

Price: Expensive

• American • Switzer

Booked 17 times today

Cellars is a hidden speakeasy-style restaurant offering an intimate dining experience with a creative twist on classic dishes and cocktails. Located in the Strip District unique underground setting, we invite you to indulge in a cozy, immersive atmosphere perfect for a night out or special celebration.

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10. Bonfire Food and Drink

4.5

Awesome(495)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Please call the restaurant if you do not see your desired reservation time. Located at the corner of 21st and E Carson St.Our menu offers selections from a wood fired oven, featuring snacks, flatbreads, sandwiches and entrees which may easily accommodate dietary restrictions. Please let us know if your group has any restrictions with mobility so we may accommodate.

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Darin
Pittsburgh / Western PA •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall, a wonderful experience. We look forward to returning.
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ELEVENPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Jackie
Pittsburgh / Western PA •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I take my mom here every time I come to town. We used to come here regularly when I lived in Pittsburgh. The food and drinks are always delicious, the restaurant has a very cool vibe, everyone who works there is friendly and kind, and the service is consistently excellent.
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SOBA LoungePrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Shadyside
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4.7
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John
Pittsburgh / Western PA •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was good, service was good and friendly. A little disappointed by our seat option; the restaurant was aware that we were there for a special occasion and we were still seated on the “patio” right next to the door. Overall, I can’t make any real complaints. At the same time, I wasn’t exceedingly impressed so it wouldn’t be my first choice for our next special occasion meal
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CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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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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4.8
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veravip
Philadelphia County •73 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 22, 2024
This was our second visit in 2 weeks. Food and service are excellent.
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Lucca RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Oakland
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4.2

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Ritual House

2. Casbah

3. ELEVEN

4. SOBA Lounge

5. Lucca Ristorante

6. The Capital Grille - Pittsburgh

7. The Melting Pot - Pittsburgh

8. Cioppino Restaurant

9. CADENCE+ Cellars Speakeasy

10. Bonfire Food and Drink

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