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Spirits & Tales, Pittsburgh, PA

Spirits & Tales

4.5
4.5
635 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
A bold new brasserie sits atop The Oaklander Hotel and overlooks one of Pittsburgh’s most iconic neighborhoods, Spirits & Tales is designed for those with the desire gather around the table. Rooted in the spirit of the original brasserie, it reimagines classic French all-day plates and beloved dishes with inspired veg, locally sourced meats, and expertly prepared seafood. Classic and contemporary converge on the plate and in S&T’s unique interior design. Sweeping panoramic views and modern design are made complete by local details made of hand forged metal. Cocktailers will find a perfect martini service or unique perspectives and preparationsofa vast array of spirits in addition to regularly updated and menu-driven wine and craft beer offerings.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French / American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (412) 297-4074
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighbourhood
    Oakland
  • Cross Street
    Bigelow and Fifth Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for Restaurant Guests.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 635 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Great for scenic views

  • Pittsburgh

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spirits & Tales offers "exceptional food" in a relaxing, beautiful atmosphere with stunning city views. Guests rave about the "great service," especially for breakfast and brunch. Popular dishes include salmon, scallops, and the labneh appetizer. While some find the menu overpriced, many appreciate the "friendly and attentive" staff and enjoyable ambiance.

635 Reviews
  1. Lynn

    Pittsburgh

    87 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    87 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had Thanksgiving dinner at Spirits and Tales. Everything was wonderful. Beautiful spot atop the Oaklander. Taylor provided excellent service. Special thanksgiving menu offered good choices for all. And all was delicious.

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  2. Julia

    NT

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone at S&T is so incredible! The food is phenomenal

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  3. Ramninder

    San Francisco

    42 reviews

    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place for lunch - good food and efficient service.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on November 22, 2024
    Dear Ramninder, Thank you for joining us for lunch and for letting us know that you enjoyed your dining experience. We appreciate the feedback and hope to serve you again. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  4. Ivette Suheid

    Baja California

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is great and they serve good portion. We recommend it 100%
    Spirits & TalesResponded on November 22, 2024
    Dear Ivette Suheid, Thank you for choosing us. I'm delighted that our great food and generous portions made for a five-star experience. We sincerely enjoyed serving you and hope to welcome you back soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  5. John

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Hidden gem! Bar and bartenders were amazing.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on November 11, 2024
    Dar John, We are passionate about delivering an exceptional experience to our valued customers. Your positive review is a source of immense joy for us, and we are honored to have had the opportunity to serve you. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you back soon. Thank you! Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  6. Lynette

    Pittsburgh

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service There should be no valet charge and if there is, it should be much less than $12. Perhaps half / $6
    Spirits & TalesResponded on November 1, 2024
    Dear Lynette, Thank you for dining with us. We are delighted that you experienced excellent food and service. We value all of your feedback, as it helps us to serve our guests better. Do visit us again soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  7. Michael

    London

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The oysters were superb, and the scallops and salmon mains were heavenly. Service was as usual friendly and attentive. Awesome !
    Spirits & TalesResponded on October 20, 2024
    Dear Michael, You are making me hungry with your recommendations! Thank you so much for visiting us and providing feedback on your meal. I am so happy that you had a nice time with us. It was a pleasure to host you, and we would be honored to serve you again soon! Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  8. Amanda

    Pittsburgh

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Amazing food and drinks! We will definitely be back.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on October 15, 2024
    Dear Amanda, It is wonderful to hear that your experience was so nice that you would dine with us again! I will pass your kind feedback along to the entire staff, as our team here works hard to make our customers satisfied. Thank you for your patronage, and please come back soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  9. Nicole

    Philadelphia

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was outstanding!! Attentive, friendly, happy, very knowledgeable of the menu and area. Unfortunately it is hard to find good servers lately. This one deserves 5 stars!! The food was delicious!! We will be back.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on October 7, 2024
    Dear Nicole, It is wonderful to hear that your experience was so nice that you would dine with us again! It is lovely that our service exceeded your expectations! I will pass your kind feedback along to the entire staff, as our team here works hard to make our customers satisfied. Thank you for your patronage, and please come back soon. Best, S&T Restaurant Management

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  10. Melissa

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Took forever to get drink and food. Over 30 min waiting.
    Spirits & TalesResponded on October 9, 2024
    Dear Melissa, Customer satisfaction is our highest priority so I regret that we weren't able to deliver a more positive dining experience. I apologize for any lapses in service you experienced. Your feedback is welcomed and we appreciate you taking the time to share your review with us. We hope to serve you again. Sincerely, S&T Restaurant Management

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Spirits & Tales is rated 4.5 stars by 635 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Spirits & Tales

5130 Bigelow BLVD, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bigelow and Fifth Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, French / American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for Restaurant Guests.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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