Fish nor Fowl

Name: Fish nor Fowl
Address: 5523 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 15206-3512
Telephone: (412) 460-4644
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

536 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(412) 460-4644
Website
http://www.fishnorfowlpgh.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Richard DeShantz

Location
5523 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3512
Area
East Liberty
Cross Street
Negley Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bone Marrow RisottoUS$26.50
red wine / lemon caper crunch
Spiced MeatballsUS$21.00
veal / pork / red sauce / parmesan / garlic bread
ShrimpUS$24.50
garlic / white wine / cherry tomatoes / pickled celery
MusselsUS$20.00
white wine / nduja / garlic / tomato / garlic bread
Duck ConfitUS$20.00
white bean ragout / pancetta / duck fat pan fritto

Pastas

Bucatini All'AmatricianaUS$22.50
"amatri-chana" / guanciale / san marzano / pecorino
Mushroom PappardelleUS$31.00
porcini / maitake / aromatic butter / parmesan / sage
FusilliUS$25.50
pork sugo / broccoli rabe / chili / oregano ricotta
GnocchiUS$25.00
potato gnocchi / traditional bolognese / parmesan
Seafood LinguineUS$35.00
clams / fish / white wine / garlic / chili / pan frito

Large Plates

Chicken Parmesan US$38.00
fried chicken cutlet / pomodoro sauce / mozzarella / parmesan / basil
Rack of LambUS$50.00
baba ganoush / chick pea fritter / caponata / pistachio / lamb jus
Crispy Skin DuckUS$52.00
polenta / charred corn / grilled peaches / duck jus
35 Days Dry-Aged NY Strip SteakUS$58.00
artichoke cream / spinach / roasted mushroom / watercress
Catch of the Day
market price

Sides

PastaUS$10.00
rigatoni / tomato sauce / parmesan
Rosemary FriesUS$12.00
balsalmic mayo
Broccoli RabeUS$11.00
preserved lemon / tomato xo / fried shallot
PolentaUS$13.50
roasted mushrooms / parmesan

What 536 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Pittsburgh
Italian
Pittsburgh
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Pittsburgh
Italian
Pittsburgh
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fish nor Fowl delivers an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "delicious" whipped ricotta and gnocchi, and the "melt-in-your-mouth" bone marrow risotto. The ambiance is "beautiful" and "peaceful," making it ideal for special occasions. While a bit pricey, the quality justifies the cost.

536 Reviews

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Jamie
VIP
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply perfect! Best meal in the Burgh in a while!
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Phyllis
VIP
Pittsburgh
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Richard DeShantz created a unique city gem! Delicious food, excellent service & perfect ambiance.Thrilled to have as my neighbor!
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Megan
VIP
Cleveland
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Not good. A bit absurd to pay $40 for a piece of low quality soggy chicken, and an ADDITIONAL $10 for a child size portion of chewy pasta. Won’t be back
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Kady
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service - Sarah was very personably and elevated our experience with her warm demeanor and attentive manner. The food never disappoints- everyone’s meal was packed with flavor leaving us all extremely satisfied and planning our next meal experience here.
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Ted
VIP
Pittsburgh
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding. May be the best experience we have had in Pittsburgh. Service, food , ambiance were superior. Our waiter and the general manger went above and beyond.
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Jim
Pittsburgh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We showed up on time but our table wasn't ready, which was fine, however, they had no space for us at the bar, because they had seated the entire bar for dinner. So they kept us waiting in their ridiculously small entry way along with two other parties. Our server Dominick was great and the food ok but the consistently mediocre front of house experience at all of the DeShantz restaurants becomes increasingly annoying the more I am exposed to it.
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Gertie
VIP
Southwest Florida
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect and they went out of their way to make two birthdays memorable.
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Jocelyn
Pittsburgh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second trip to Fish nor Fowl and there was no sophomore slump! The dishes are creative and we've enjoyed making a meal by sharing small plates (so we get to try more dishes!). The service was outstanding. The only ding is for value because of the wine markup. (To be fair, most of the restaurants in Pittsburgh are doing this.)
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Trish
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with fabulous food. We had a reservation and were taken upstairs promptly. We were excited at first - thinking the upstairs would overlook the main floor with it's beautiful living green wall - but were a bit sad when the upstairs area where the dinner tables are is walled off. Why???? The bar upstairs has a great view over the side thru a glass wall. Odd design for the upstairs. That aside --- the food is really fantastic and creative. My friend and I shared everything. We got 2 apps from the "dips" section --- a tasty charred babaganoush topped with crispy chickpeas; and roasted pepper pesto with whipped ricotta. Neither comes with bread - which is odd. You have to order their focaccia (or you could eat your dips w/ a spoon!) - which was fresh and SO tasty and a large portion. Still - this adds another $10 to your bill. (Eyebrow raise - paying for BREAD??) We got a "small plate" - duck confit - with perfectly crisped skin and a divine white bean ragout (reminded us of cassoulet a bit) & pancetta. The last dish was our least fave - the mushroom pappardelle. The cheese overwhelmed the dish. A FAB night. We'll most definitely be back.
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Peter
VIP
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent dinner for 4. Across the board delicious from appetizers to the mains.
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2 people

22 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 7 times today

5523 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3512

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Negley Ave
Area
East Liberty
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Richard DeShantz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fishnorfowlpgh.com/
Phone number
(412) 460-4644

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Fusilli

Rigatoni

Seafood Linguine

Dips

Whipped RicottaUS$11.00

Charred Baba GanoushUS$10.00

Tomato Whipped ButterUS$10.00

CaponataUS$10.00

Calabrese PestoUS$10.00

Bread

Buckwheat FocacciaUS$10.00

Board

Trust the ChefUS$75.00

Snacks

CastelvetranoUS$6.50

ArtichokeUS$13.50

Beef TartareUS$19.00

Meats

FinocchionaUS$9.00

BresaolaUS$13.50

Salumeria PepperoniUS$11.50

Salumeria CoppaUS$10.00

SoppressataUS$10.00

Cheese

MahonUS$9.00

TaleggioUS$10.00

GorgonzolaUS$10.00

Classic ChevreUS$9.00

Salads

CaesarUS$15.50

WedgeUS$16.00

Small Plates

Bone Marrow RisottoUS$26.50

Spiced MeatballsUS$21.00

ShrimpUS$24.50

MusselsUS$20.00

Duck ConfitUS$20.00

Pastas

Bucatini All'AmatricianaUS$22.50

Mushroom PappardelleUS$31.00

FusilliUS$25.50

GnocchiUS$25.00

Seafood LinguineUS$35.00

Large Plates

Chicken Parmesan US$38.00

Rack of LambUS$50.00

Crispy Skin DuckUS$52.00

35 Days Dry-Aged NY Strip SteakUS$58.00

Catch of the Day

Sides

PastaUS$10.00

Rosemary FriesUS$12.00

Broccoli RabeUS$11.00

PolentaUS$13.50

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