Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Lawrenceville

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Allison ParkDowntownEast LibertyHighland ParkLawrencevilleMonroeville

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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46 restaurants available nearby

1. The Vandal

4.8

Exceptional(648)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Lawrenceville

Booked 13 times today

Laid back neighborhood restaurant, focusing on intently seasonal food and cocktails. Small, ever changing menu ensures that you are experiencing the most exciting food in the most intimate of experiences. With respect to simplicity and execution, we try to highlight the awesome product from our local purveyors with minimal "fuss"

2. Morcilla

4.9

Exceptional(1891)

$$$$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.

3. Ritual House

4.7

Exceptional(1651)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 70 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.

4. ELEVEN

4.8

Exceptional(6274)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 38 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.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

A photo of Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Pittsburgh restaurant

5. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Pittsburgh

4.8

Exceptional(1014)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 29 times today

Indulge in hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood at Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse, now open in the heart of Pittsburgh. Our newest location is located inside the restored Union Trust Building at the prime corner of Fifth Avenue and William Penn Place. The two-story restaurant offers impeccable chef-driven cuisine, award-winning wine lists, hand crafted specialty cocktails, live music nightly, and superior hospitality - now in one of the most iconic landmarks of the city.n.

6. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2901)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 27 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.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

7. Senti Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(1887)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lawrenceville

Booked 10 times today

Top 100 Fit For Foodies in America: Senti Restaurant is an Italian restaurant and wine bar/lounge located on Butler St. in Lawrenceville (off street parking available). We serve authentic, modern Italian food originated from traditional recipes. Our automated wine dispenser is available for customers to self serve, if desired, using a prepaid gift card. We offer fine Italian wines both by the bottle or in measured pours in the wine dispenser.We are also equipped to provide a private and elegant space for your private events, business luncheons, lunch and learns, rehearsal dinners, bridal and baby Showers, holiday parties and birthday parties.

8. Grand Concourse

4.4

Awesome(8654)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 81 times today

Housed in the beautifully preserved Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station, the Grand Concourse restaurant at Station Square is a true testament of grandeur and elegant dining. With a cathedral stained-glass vaulted ceiling, marble columns, and a dramatic staircase, guests are quickly transported to the glamorous side of the Progressive Era with the luxury of a modern day menu. Our award-winning seafood restaurant boasts a fine selection of our signature seafood dinner specials, tender steaks, poultry, and on Sundays, the best brunch in Pittsburgh. Nestled comfortably on the riverfront and overlooking the downtown skyline, Grand Concourse at Station Square will outshine any restaurant near you—and any seafood restaurant Pittsburgh has to offer. Come join us for the most memorable dining experience around.

9. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5422)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 50 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!

A photo of The Abbey on Butler Street restaurant

10. The Abbey on Butler Street

4.4

Awesome(1075)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Lawrenceville

Booked 11 times today

Here at The Abbey, we believe in family and quality. We pay our family well and believe in nothing but the best products. We offer only the finest in food and service. This is reflected in everything we offer. We hope you appreciate the atmosphere and personality we provide.We offer 90 minute service at all of our tables in The Vesper Dining Room and Patio. After dinner we invite you to continue to socialize at The Parlour Bar or in The Coffee House Lounge. We know that your 'family' time is important, and we support it. Feel welcome to enjoy your time with us.Hope to see you soon!

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PAULA
Pittsburgh / Western PA •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time there…my granddaughter chose for her 23rd birthday…it was outstanding!! 5 stars!⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ Liam was great…pleasant, efficient, and made her birthday great!! Loved it!!
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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Harrison
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fantastic time. Our server was knowledgeable, courteous, and very helpful. He was an expert on our food, drinks, and desserts. We had a great time, thank you Brian!
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ELEVENPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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TobyC
Pittsburgh / Western PA •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful service, our waitress was attentive and helpful. The food was exceptional. Korean prepared snapper was delicious as was the Thai curry chicken. The latter portion was huge. We always love and share the crispy tofu as appetizer.
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SOBA LoungePrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Shadyside
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4.7
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RodneyVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This place is awesome! Whenever we visit Pittsburgh we will return
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The VandalPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Lawrenceville
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4.8
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Rich
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Everything was fantastic - great recs from the bar for wine and the food was great as always - thanks!
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MorcillaPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Lawrenceville
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4.9

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