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Restaurants near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium

Discover the excitement of the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium, a beloved destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts alike. Where to Eat Near Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium? Nearby, the dining landscape is as vibrant as the animals at the zoo. Enjoy a range of culinary experiences, from the cozy charm of contemporary Italian eateries offering handmade pastas to Mediterranean restaurants showcasing northern flavors infused with local ingredients. You can choose from lively American taverns serving comfort food or elegant dining spaces perfect for a special occasion. Whether you're seeking a casual bite or a refined meal, there are plenty of options to satisfy your palate. The local dining scene ensures that every meal can be a delightful part of your visit to the zoo and aquarium.
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1. Palm Palm
4.7
Exceptional(904)
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• Contemporary American • Shadyside
Booked 51 times today
Palm Palm is a modern American restaurant inspired by the bright, fresh flavors of the coasts and elevated by a thoughtful cocktail program. Our philosophy is rooted in genuine hospitality — creating a warm, engaging atmosphere where every guest feels welcomed, cared for, and made to feel special. The menu is crafted around small plates meant to be enjoyed together, encouraging guests to mix, match, and sample a variety of flavors, alongside large plates for a more traditional dining experience. On Saturdays and Sundays, we shift gears with a full a la carte brunch menu, offering hearty, individual entrees and brunch classics. Guests can choose from regular dining tables, bar-top seating, and lounge seating along with a patio when weather allows. If our main dining room is fully booked, we’re always happy to accommodate walk-ins at the bar, lounge, and patio.
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2. Casbah
4.7
Exceptional(5843)
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• Mediterranean • Shadyside
Booked 41 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!
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3. Titusz
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4.8
Exceptional(98)
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• Austrian • Lawrenceville
Booked 55 times today
Titusz is an intimate Pittsburgh restaurant that serves as a modern love letter to Austria-Hungary, offering an inviting table centered on rich Central European heritage, thoughtful hospitality, and warm storytelling.Celebrating the bold, comforting flavors of Austrian and Hungarian cuisine, the menu brings family traditions, heartfelt recipes, and time-honored techniques to life with locally sourced, farm-to-table ingredients and a strong commitment to sustainability.Whether you are seeking rich, regional classics or a refined modern dining experience in Pittsburgh, Titusz offers a memorable dining environment where history, community, and exceptional hospitality meet.
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4. Poulet Bleu
4.8
Exceptional(414)
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• French • Lawrenceville
Booked 40 times today
Experience refined French flavors in the heart of Lawrenceville. At Poulet Bleu, every detail—from our Parisian-style décor to our crafted dishes and curated wine list—creates a dining experience that is both elegant and inviting.
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5. Balvanera- Pittsburgh
4.8
Exceptional(438)
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• Argentinean • Downtown
Booked 37 times today
BALVANERA is an Argentine-style brasserie founded by celebrated Argentinian Chef, Fernando Navas, and Meredith Boyle, who is originally from Pittsburgh. It honors its European heritage and embodies the lifestyle and cuisine of Buenos Aires. BALVANERA offers a carefully chosen collection of South American wines, aperitifs, and beef, all presented with a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Since its opening, the popular and vibrant restaurants have become a leading spot for Argentinian food and wine in the U.S. Chef Navas, officially recognized by the Argentine government as a Culinary Ambassador, uses BALVANERA to share his culture through events, collaborations, and special menu items.
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6. SOBA Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(3111)
€€€€
• Pan-Asian • Shadyside
Booked 20 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!
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7. ELEVEN
4.6
Exceptional(6722)
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• American • Downtown
Booked 34 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!
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8. Alta Via - Fox Chapel
4.6
Exceptional(2455)
€€€€
• Italian • Fox Chapel
Booked 25 times today
Located in Fox Chapel, wood hearth cooking and fresh handmade pastas are the heart of Alta Via. Seasonal modern Italian cooking with passionately sourced ingredients celebrates the way we like to live and like to eat; fresh, clean, active.Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!
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9. The Vandal
4.8
Exceptional(871)
€€€€
• Bistro • Lawrenceville
Booked 20 times today
Beloved neighborhood restaurant, wine and cocktail bar, intently serving seasonal food and classic dishes like steak-frites, foie blonde, fried olives and oysters. We offer a bistro style menu with market driven specials and a French leaning organic and biodynamic wine list to match. With respect to simplicity and execution, we highlight the best ingredients from our local farmers and purveyors with minimal "fuss". Our candle lit dining room and little 5 seat bar is cozy, intimate and chic. Like the timeless bistros and neighborhood institutions that inspire us, our marble tables sit close together and we're a high energy restaurant when our guests are having a great time. We are centrally located on Butler Street near some of Pittsburgh's best boutiques, art galleries, bars and music venues. We are proud to call the Lawrenceville neighborhood our home for over 10 years.
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10. City Works - Pittsburgh
4.5
Awesome(1132)
€€€€
• American • Downtown
Booked 24 times today
90 local and global crafts on draft highlighting local brewers, American fare with chef-driven twists, upbeat vibes, and best-in-class service. The unique marriage of ultimate sports bar and delightful restaurant.

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  • AdamGold
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •167 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Visited at the start of “Duck week” and tried all four courses. They were all ample portions, nicely presented and very tasty. Service was very good, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Nice evening.
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    Casbah$$$$• Mediterranean• Shadyside
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    4.7
  • Thomas
    West Palm Beach •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything was great food and especially the employees!
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    Palm Palm$$$$• Contemporary American• Shadyside
    •
    4.7
  • Amelia
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was the best I’d ever had in my whole life. I had the roasted chicken and my husband had the gnocchi. Both were incredible. We also had the truffle frites, they were so so good I will dream about them for the rest of my life. The servers was all very kind and anticipated our every need. 100/10
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    Poulet Bleu$$$$• French• Lawrenceville
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    4.8
  • Brian
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food was absolutely outstanding. It tasted like it came right out of Grandma’s kitchen.
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    Titusz$$$$• Austrian• Lawrenceville
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    4.8
  • sara
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Oct 2026
    The food is excellent and the service is spectacular!
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    Balvanera- Pittsburgh$$$$• Argentinean• Downtown
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    4.8

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