Best Fun Restaurants in Highland Park

97 restaurants available nearby

1. Joseph Tambellini

4.8

Exceptional(2539)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 18 times today

Located in Highland Park, Joseph Tambellini Restaurant offers the very best Italian inspired cuisine.Featuring expertly crafted fresh fish, steaks, fresh pasta, traditional chicken and veal dishes.Also beautiful hand made desserts and an extensive Italian and Californian wine list. Owned and Operated by Joseph and his wife Melissa, the staff is dedicated to bringing you an overall exceptional dining experience. Warm, romantic fine dining in the true Tambellini family tradition.*VERY IMPORTANT* FOR FIRST FLOOR SPECIFIC REQUESTS-contact the restaurant by phone to make your reservation. We cannot guarantee First Floor for online reservations. *We will call you the day of your reservation to confirm your reservation so PLEASE HAVE YOUR CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION IN YOUR PROFILE. IF WE DO NOT SPEAK WITH YOU THE DAY OF, WE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO HONOR YOUR RESERVATION!Outdoor patio, open weather permitting.Price (the average cost of dinner, including one drink and tip): $40 to $75

2. Golden Gai

4.8

Exceptional(72)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Point Breeze

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to Golden Gai, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh’s East End, conveniently located in Bakery Square. Step inside and embark on a culinary journey to the bustling streets of Japan with our Izakaya-style dining experience.As you enter Golden Gai, you’re greeted by the warm ambiance of traditional Japanese decor fused with modern touches, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both chic and cozy. The soft glow of our stunning light fixtures over the intimate dining space, where the wooden bar top that spans the length of the space, and slate accents evoke the charm of Tokyo’s iconic Golden Gai district.At the helm of our kitchen is Executive Chef Michael Taylor, a master of Japanese cuisine renowned for his innovative approach to flavor and presentation. With a background honed at the esteemed Gi-Jin, Chef Taylor brings his passion for culinary excellence to every dish, infusing each bite with creativity and precision.

3. Fish nor Fowl

4.7

Exceptional(555)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • East Liberty

Booked 29 times today

Fish Nor Fowls chic, Italian influenced menu centers on beautiful ingredients, simply executed to deliver an experience like none other in Pittsburgh. The natural, clean design of the space combines functionality with comfort and beauty. Visionary Chef, Richard DeShantz, creates a rustic menu with modern takes on classic Italian inspired dishes.

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4. Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill

4.6

Exceptional(119)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • O'Hara Township

Booked 64 times today

Come join us today at Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill!

5. Ritual House

4.7

Exceptional(1510)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 75 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.

6. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2885)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 60 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. Gi-Jin

4.8

Exceptional(889)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Gi-Jin is a gin and raw bar that re-imagines the sushi experience where we marry global ingredients with traditional Japanese flavors to create inspired combinations of color, technique, and style.Our intimate space operates on a reservation-only basis for parties ofno more than FOUR (4) people per table and ONE/TWO per seating at our counter.Online reservations are always open with real-time availability.Each reservation seating is designated 2 hours per booking.We do not allow any outside alcohol. if you have a request for a specific beverage please email info@gijinpgh.com prior to your visit and we will try our best to bring it in!

8. Casbah

4.8

Exceptional(5370)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Shadyside

Booked 75 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!

9. Morcilla

4.9

Exceptional(1854)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Lawrenceville

Booked 38 times today

Award-winning chef Justin Severino brings contemporary Spanish influenced cuisine to the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, just blocks from Severino’s Urban Mediterranean restaurant, Cure. Severino’s signature charcuterie program takes on a Spanish accent, enjoy pintxos from the bar and and large plates from a family-style menu to round out your experience. Refer to www.morcillapittsburgh.com for our current menu. Contact Morcilla for reservations larger than 4 guests.

10. ELEVEN

4.8

Exceptional(6207)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 84 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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ScottVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was one of the best experiences in Pittsburgh. The food and drinks were hands down 10 out of 10.
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Golden GaiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Point Breeze
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4.8
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hanlonVIP
Pittsburgh •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We love the food, service, ambiance, and being made to feel like special guests. Thank you Melissa and Joe. Your restaurant surpasses expectations every time. The Hanlons
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Joseph TambelliniPrice: Expensive• Italian• Highland Park
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4.8
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Carene
Columbus •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We were here for brunch on a Saturday morning with a group of eight. Incredible food, phenomenal service. Later in the day we did a Pittsburgh walking whiskey rebellion and prohibition tour and to our surprise one of the cocktail stops was here! Cocktail was delicious, and again service was top notch. We are not in Pittsburgh often, but we will be back here.
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Ritual HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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AshleyVIP
Pittsburgh •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This is always a terrific choice! Service and food is really always impeccable. I was happy to see a few new food and drink options on the winter menu; highly recommend the bucatini with pork cheek and the gin and cardamom cocktail. All the pasta dishes we tried were fantastic and the marrow risotto was bomb. For dry January enthusiasts we were also well taken care of! - great mock tails and even an alcohol free Prosecco. Really wonderful all around! Don’t forget the apple tart for dessert! Melts in your mouth and truly divine!!
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Fish nor FowlPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• East Liberty
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4.7
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Tamika
Pittsburgh •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
It was our first time and it was my daughter's bday and it it was amazing, atmosphere was amazing, food was amazing, service was amazing, pricing was amazing and the drinks was 🔥.....definitely will go back! They also came out and sang happy birthday to my daughter with an piece of nice size cheesecake as well!!!
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Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Mexican• O'Hara Township
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4.6

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97 restaurants available nearby

1. Joseph Tambellini

2. Golden Gai

3. Fish nor Fowl

4. Viva La Vida Mexican Bar & Grill

5. Ritual House

6. SOBA Lounge

7. Gi-Jin

8. Casbah

9. Morcilla

10. ELEVEN

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