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Emerson’s, Pittsburgh, PA

Emerson’s

4.6
4.6
372 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
22:30
Booked 9 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Emerson's is an intimate restaurant and bar with good vibes located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh. The venue combines the charm of a European café with a cozy, modern ambiance, complete with a welcoming fireplace. Emerson's features a full dinner menu alongside a curated selection of wines and craft cocktails, making it an ideal spot for both casual gatherings and special occasions. This hidden gem offers a warm and inviting escape in the bustling Market Square area.

We are located on the 2nd floor up a flight of stairs, however we do have elevator access by request! Our front door is to the left of the entrance to Market St. Grocery.

If you are unable to find a reservation for your party, or for reservations of 9+, please email info@marketstreetgrocery.com or call (724) 249-7657. For further inquiry about private events email info@marketstreetgrocery.com.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (724) 249-7657
  • Website
    http://emersonsonmarket.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chad Rapp
  • Private party facilities
    For more information email info@marketstreetgrocery.com
  • Location
    435 Market St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Market Street, between 5th & Market, and Market Square
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emerson's offers a "cozy and intimate vibe" with a creative and streamlined menu featuring "excellent" dishes like truffle fries and pasta. Service is frequently praised as "amazing," while the ambiance and decor are "rustic and modern." Although the venue can be noisy, it remains a top choice for special occasions.

372 Reviews

  1. Joshua

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about Emerson’s fully exceeded my already high expectations. It feels like the type of restaurant that gets you “cool points” just for knowing about it — the interior feels almost like the inside of someone’s swanky Manhattan loft. Service was excellent, well-paced, engaged, easy. The food was also remarkable (must try, surprisingly, was the cornbread biscuit). Overall, highly recommended.

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  2. Laura

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing time with a friend for girls night out. Sampled the fries, penne alla vodka, and meatballs. Tried their featured Valentine’s Day drinks.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience. Great food. Amazing drinks!! I had the meatball appetizer and caesar salad with grilled chicken for my main. I will definitely be coming back!

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  4. Rachel

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for a nice birthday dinner celebration! Bar on ground floor served delicious cocktails! Love that they now have playing cards on table to play while sipping on drinks;) Upstairs, Carmen provided excellent dinner service. Will absolutely be back!

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  5. Marcus

    VIP

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great happy hour with apps, wine, and friends.

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  6. Emily

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time at Emerson’s with our group of 8! Everyone enjoyed their cocktails, appetizers and meals

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  7. Keith

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere and food. Marcus was an excellent waiter. Timing of the courses was very good. Highly recommend!

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  8. Michael

    Pittsburgh

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Marcus was amazing! He was very friendly and helpful.

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  9. Sharon

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service, food and vibe very cool. But the venue is too loud.

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  10. Shelley

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    When the server arrived, we were asked if we had a show or other plans we needed to get to. We said no and ordered drinks. It was 13 minutes until they arrived and my husband’s beer was brought unopened. Problem was it was an import and needed a bottle opener. Unfortunately I didn’t have one in my purse so it was another 4-5 minutes until the beer was opened. We started with the Burrata and fried olives but they were out of the olives. Server offered the meatballs but read the room, both apps were vegetarian. The pasta was good but tepid in temperature at best and finally served almost an 45 minutes after ordered. Noise level was very high as were the ceilings which may count for the noise level. My suggestion would be to tell the server you have plans so you aren’t put at the end of the queue for service, beverages and food orders. But if you want your meal to last hours, you will not be rushed out. There is dinner seating at the bar that was first come, first served so that is an option if you forget to make reservations.

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Emerson’s is rated 4.6 stars by 372 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Emerson’s

435 Market St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Street, between 5th & Market, and Market Square
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00 Bar Tue–Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chad Rapp
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://emersonsonmarket.com/
  • Phone number
    (724) 249-7657
  • Private party facilities
    For more information email info@marketstreetgrocery.com
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