Best Casual Restaurants in Shadyside

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Allison ParkDowntownEtnaHomesteadLawrencevilleMonroeville

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60 restaurants available nearby

1. SOBA Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2901)

££££Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Shadyside

Booked 29 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!

2. Ritual House

4.7

Exceptional(1651)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 66 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.

3. Kaya

4.8

Exceptional(2715)

££££Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Located in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, Kaya is a casual, island-inspired restaurant with colorful mosaics, tribal art and exposed brick walls that whisks customers away to exotic shores as they walk through the door. Kaya serves both traditional island dishes and American favorites with an island twist. Tropas (tropical tapas) sandwiches and entrees are all made with local ingredients and bold flavors. And with its classic preparations paired with exciting seasonal offerings, Kaya’s tropical cocktail list is like a vacation in a glass. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

4. Lucca Ristorante

4.1

Excellent(1684)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 10 times today

Pittsburgh's best kept secret, nestled on South Craig Street in Oakland. Explore Italy in a cozy casual setting. Lucca offers all pasta made in house fresh daily. All dishes are skillfully created with fresh ingredients. Weekly Lunch and Dinner features, created with seasonal ingredients. Enjoy your experience on our outside terrace, where Apertivo specials are offered daily. Our wine menu offers Italian wines from all over the region, along with some of your favorite domestic wineries. We specialize in large or small private gatherings. We truly believe you will enter as friends, and leave as family. Saluti!

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5. CADENCE+ Cellars Speakeasy

4.6

Exceptional(196)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Switzer

Booked 13 times today

Cellars is a hidden speakeasy-style restaurant offering an intimate dining experience with a creative twist on classic dishes and cocktails. Located in the Strip District unique underground setting, we invite you to indulge in a cozy, immersive atmosphere perfect for a night out or special celebration.

6. The Commoner

4.7

Exceptional(2447)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

The Commoner in Downtown Pittsburgh is open for business!At our gastropub, we don’t distinguish between commoners and kings; we just want to feed the good people of Pittsburgh. In the restaurant, seasonal menus add a modern flair to classic comforts, complemented by a robust selection of local beers and craft spirits. It’s all served in an industrial-inspired setting in downtown Pittsburgh. Come and join us for an uncommonly good time.

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7. City Works - Pittsburgh

4.5

Awesome(1016)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 26 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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8. 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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9. Pasha Mediterranean restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(55)

££££Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Shadyside

Booked 8 times today

A taste of Turkey, along with Mediterranean options, awaits at this traditional spot with a patio.

A photo of Mezzo at Sienna Mercato - Second Floor Only restaurant

10. Mezzo at Sienna Mercato - Second Floor Only

4.0

Excellent(327)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

We welcome you to Mezzo, an Italian restaurant and wine bar that is located in the heart of the cultural district in downtown Pittsburgh. The menu specializes in woodfired pizza, charcuterie and a creative twist on classic Italian dishes. Mezzo is the perfect choice for any occasion - whether it be a family dinner, romantic date night, or just cocktails and small plates in a cozy setting.PLEASE NOTE: This is a reservation for Mezzo, located on the SECOND floor of Sienna Mercato. The third floor, Il Tetto Rooftop Beer Garden does not take reservations. WHERE TO PARK: We are located in the Cultural District, just steps away from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Street parking is available and the two closest public parking garages to us are: 1. the David L. Lawrence Convention Center Garage2. The Garage at 1162 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA

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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time at Kaya, excellent food and service. Will definitely return.
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KayaPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Downtown
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4.8
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PAULA
Pittsburgh •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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TobyC
Pittsburgh •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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MikeS
West Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Corey was very helpful. Great service. The food was great and love the atmosphere.
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CADENCE+ Cellars SpeakeasyPrice: Expensive• American• Switzer
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4.6
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Pghdish
Pittsburgh •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
Quiet, upmarket spot for a post-funeral lunch. Since COVID, finding a nice spot for lunch has become difficult. We were grateful Lucca was serving.
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Lucca RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Oakland
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4.1

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