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Butterjoint, Pittsburgh, PA

Butterjoint

4.6
4.6
2944 Reviews
$30 and under
French / American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for groups
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.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Cocktail Bar, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 621-2700
  • Website
    http://www.butterjoint.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    George Austin
  • Location
    208 North Craig St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  • Neighbourhood
    Oakland
  • Cross Street
    Bayard
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the garage across the street from Butterjoint in the Sterling Plaza parking lot. Bicycle parking is available free of charge directly in front of Legume.
  • Public transit
    The 71C, 71A, 54 and 93 all stop at the intersection of N. Craig and Bayard. Additional buses stop at N. Craig and Fifth Ave., approximately 1 and 1/2 blocks south of Butterjoint.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,944 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Butterjoint impresses with its "amazing food" and "fantastic service," offering a unique menu featuring local ingredients. Guests rave about the "delicious burgers" and "inventive drinks." The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it a neighborhood gem. Whether a special occasion or casual meal, Butterjoint consistently delivers a memorable dining experience.

2,944 Reviews

  1. Matt

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I returned to Butterjoint for the cassoulet, which has only been available for a period of two weeks every winter for the past few years. It was excellent, as it has been every time we've come to the restaurant to order it. We also ordered the pickled shrimp as a starter and shared a slice of the Basque cheesecake for dessert. They were also excellent. We live an hour drive from Butterjoint, which is why we don't go there more often. But tonight's meal was the typically high quality experience that we've had at Butterjoint in the past.

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  2. Danielle

    Pittsburgh

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and they really make great cocktails. We had excellent service as well—friendly and responsive.

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  3. Laurie

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely experience at Butterjoint. My husband and I went to celebrate our anniversary and from the moment we walked in the door, the staff was amazing. Lovely ambiance and the food was exceptional. We shared several dishes and didn’t have a single complaint. The raclette cheese was great, very similar to what we have had in France. As was the French onion soup, which had perfectly cooked onions and a beautifully melted cheese on top. We also shared the pierogi and vegetable plate. Last we split a root beer, float, and the vinegar pie, which was an utter stand out. If you’ve never had it, definitely take the time and try it. Overall, we can’t wait to return.

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  4. Jana

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love, love, love the Butterjoint. Everything about it is a gift - staff, food, ambiance. Keep it up.

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  5. Francine

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Butterjoint is a great place. The moment you walk in the staff makes you feel welcome. Service was outstanding. Espresso martini was one of the best I have ever tasted. The food is exceptional. Some common sandwiches with a fresh twist. Also some unique dishes that are out of this world. Great attention to the healthier side of dining out. Fries in tallow. You had me right there. We will definitely be back.

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  6. Julian

    VIP

    Raleigh

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Butterjoint greet local ingredients fun cocktails thoughtful dishes, great place for a casual date or fancy dinner or a big dinner party

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  7. Donald

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for Cassoulet night and it was OUTSTANDING! Love this tradition of preparing cassoulet every annually at this time of year.

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  8. Kiley

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exceptional, food was so fresh and tasty. We had a wonderful time!

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  9. Peter

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    I don't feel that 4 pierogies on a plate is worth 17 dollars, they were tasty but not outstanding. $15 Pickle plate was also a disappointment. The lumps (japanese milk bread) were great and the high point of this meal.

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  10. joe

    Cleveland

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique menu, all of the items we ordered were excellent. Service was great too!

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FAQs

Butterjoint offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 621-2700.

Butterjoint is rated 4.6 stars by 2944 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Butterjoint

208 North Craig St., Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bayard
  • Neighbourhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French / American, Cocktail Bar, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the garage across the street from Butterjoint in the Sterling Plaza parking lot. Bicycle parking is available free of charge directly in front of Legume.
  • Public transit
    The 71C, 71A, 54 and 93 all stop at the intersection of N. Craig and Bayard. Additional buses stop at N. Craig and Fifth Ave., approximately 1 and 1/2 blocks south of Butterjoint.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    George Austin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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