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The Cafe Carnegie, Pittsburgh, PA

The Cafe Carnegie

4.6
4.6
429 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
  • Vegetarian-friendly
The Café Carnegie brings approachable cooking using responsibly-sourced ingredients to Pittsburgh’s favorite museums. The bright space features a comfortable full-service dining area with seasonal outside seating, and a walk-up espresso bar for a relaxing break on a museum visit.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 10:00–20:00 Bar Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 10:00–17:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00
  • Phone number
    (412) 622-3225
  • Website
    https://thecafecarnegie.com/index.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please contact our Director of Catering, Mark Balach, at 412-353-4798 or mbalach@ciemail.com for Catering and Banquet events.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact General Manager Bekah Williams at bwilliams@ciemail.com for our Private Dining Menu packages for groups of 15 to 40 guests.
  • Location
    4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  • Area
    Oakland
  • Cross Street
    Craig Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Small Plates and Shareables

  • Deviled EggsUS$7.00

    Gravlax, Crispy Caper, Dill Vinaigrette

    • White Bean and Kale SoupUS$9.00

      Mirepoix, Thyme, Confit Garlic Crostini

      • Cheese PlateUS$14.00

        Pickled Vegetables, Plum Mustard, Grilled Bread

        Salads and Sandwiches

        • Beet SaladUS$16.00

          Grilled Chicory, Arugula, Gorgonzola, Pecan, White Balsamic Vinaigrette

          • Pulled Chicken SaladUS$17.00

            Romaine, Pulled Chicken, Apple, Cranberry, Walnut, Roasted Shallot Dressing

            • Grilled Wild Salmon SaladUS$18.00

              Mixed Lettuce, Salmon, Poached Potato, Green Bean, Cherry Tomato, Olive, Bistro Vinaigrette

              • Butternut Squash Banh MiUS$16.00

                Lentil Puree, Cilantro-Cabbage Slaw, Jalapeño, Bolillo, French Fries

                • Classic Club SandwichUS$17.00

                  Roasted Turkey, Lettuce, Tomato, Bacon, Mayonnaise, Pullman Bread, French Fries

                  • BocadilloUS$17.00

                    Spinach and Potato Frittata, Manchego, Olive Tapenade, Calabrian Chili Aioli, Ciabatta, Petite Green Salad

                    • Café Angus BurgerUS$17.00

                      Angus Beef, Caramelized Onion, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Brioche Bun, French Fries

                      Large Plates

                      • Chickpea CassouletUS$18.00

                        Crispy Mushroom, Carrot, Lentil, Rosemary, Petite Green Salad

                        • Chicken CrepesUS$19.00

                          Kale, Caramelized Onion, Mushroom Cream Sauce, Petite Green Salad

                          • Grilled ShrimpUS$22.00

                            Saffron Risotto, Roasted Tomato, Fennel, Braised and Fried Leek

                            • TagliatelleUS$20.00

                              Wild Boar Ragú, Pecorino Romano, Herb Breadcrumb

                              Chef Collaborative Series

                              Jon Barr is a Pittsburgh chef with over a decade in the industry, currently working as the Executive Sous Chef for catering at DiAnoia's Italian Eatery. Shortly after the start of the pandemic, he opened Haskel's Delicatessen—a Jewish food truck where pastrami and crispy latkes were served alongside delicious pickles. When he's not eating, cooking, or planning what to eat next, you can find him and his wife Jaime chasing their daughter Eleanor around a park or museum, inevitably headed toward ice cream

                              • Potato & Celeriac GnocchiUS$19.00

                                Brown Butter, Miso Beurre Blanc, Pomegranate Chili Crisp

                                Desserts

                                • Almond TorteUS$9.00

                                  Almond Cake, Buttercream Icing, Toasted Almond

                                  • Chocolate MousseUS$9.00

                                    Fresh Whipped Cream, Berry Compote

                                    • AffogatoUS$9.00

                                      • Housemade GelatoUS$7.00

                                        Choice of Vanilla Bean or Seasonal Flavor

                                        For the Kids

                                        • CheeseburgerUS$12.00

                                          All-Beef Burger, American Cheese, Brioche Bun, French Fries

                                          • Hot DogUS$8.00

                                            All-Beef Hot Dog, Split-Top Bun, French Fries

                                            • Grilled CheeseUS$8.00

                                              American Cheese, Pullman Bread, French Fries

                                              Last updated: 19 December 2024

                                              What 429 people are saying

                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                              4.6
                                              4.6 based on recent ratings
                                              • 4.5Food
                                              • 4.6Service
                                              • 4.6Ambience
                                              • 4.4Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              Loved For

                                              • Pittsburgh

                                                Child-friendly

                                              • Pittsburgh

                                                Healthy

                                              • Pittsburgh

                                                Child-friendly

                                              • Pittsburgh

                                                Healthy

                                              Review summary

                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                              The Cafe Carnegie offers an exceptional dining experience with "terrific" food and service, perfect for a museum visit. Guests appreciate its beautiful setting by the fountain and attentive staff, notably Kristy and John. While some dishes could use a flavor boost, the "elegant and artistic" menu presentation and varied offerings make it a must-try in Pittsburgh.

                                              429 Reviews

                                              1. John

                                                VIP

                                                New York City

                                                9 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                9 reviews

                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Excellent and interesting flavors in both food and cocktails. Service was personable and excellent.

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                                              2. Ellen

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                2 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                2 reviews

                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Everything about our meal was perfect. The Cafe Carnegie is one of my favorite places to dine in Pittsburgh, whether I am visiting the musuem or not!

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                                              3. Lynn

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                88 reviews

                                                4.0

                                                88 reviews

                                                Dined on 29 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 4
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Busy day to be dining at the museum but Lily handled the crush well. Good service and cheeseburger and fries was just what we needed.

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                                              4. OpenTable Diner

                                                Greater Boston

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 4
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Reasonable prices. Great fries. Good range of menu options.

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                                              5. Nolan

                                                VIP

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                18 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                18 reviews

                                                Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Thomas delivered incredible service and I was happy he suggested we get our Apple Peanut Brittle Pancakes as an appetizer.

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                                              6. Deb

                                                VIP

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                9 reviews

                                                2.0

                                                9 reviews

                                                Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 2
                                                2. Food 2
                                                3. Service 3
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Very slow getting the food out. Some of the food was not warm. The beans and greens had no flavor. The bocadillo was not good..

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                                              7. Michael

                                                VIP

                                                London

                                                66 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                66 reviews

                                                Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Nothing better than grabbing an excellent meal at the Cafe and then enjoying the many sights of the Carnegie museums. Service is friendly and efficient, even at their busiest times. We've enjoyed everything we've had on the unique and varied menu. Also appreciate being able to get a carafe of wine rather than a whole bottle.

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                                              8. Stacie

                                                New York City

                                                11 reviews

                                                3.0

                                                11 reviews

                                                Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                1. Overall 3
                                                2. Food 3
                                                3. Service 2
                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                On a rainy Sunday at 12:15 pm, we arrived on time for our reservation and were escorted to a table right next to the kitchen, alongside the bar. Despite the fact that other appropriate tables were available. We chose not to request a change. The cafe was definitely busy and quite loud. It took an exceptionally long time for our server to take our order. The volume of patrons kept staff hopping, so we certainly didn't have a hovering server. One of the three of us was served a bagel that was very hard but no one returned to see if everything was okay so we had to flag down a passing staff person. It was resolved quickly and apologies were offered. The rest of our meals were good, but I can't say that it was the experience we expected.

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                                              9. Jeanie

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                5 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                5 reviews

                                                Dined on 14 October 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                One of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh. Food always fresh, flavorful, delicious, in a beautiful setting with amazing service and perfectly pulled espresso. General Manager Bekah gracefully sets the example for her staff and I always feel well taken care of. Servers Kristy and Tom always make my day when I get them! Great place for business lunch, even more fun with friends and a few craft cocktails.

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                                              10. Paul

                                                Pittsburgh

                                                32 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                32 reviews

                                                Dined on 8 September 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Sunday brunch at the Cafe Carnegie is always a great start to a Carnegie Museum visit. The service, menu, and quality of the food is excellent. Our server was pleasant, attentive, and welcoming. The new seasonal menu offerings are always interesting. A special dish created by a regional guest chef is such a great idea. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing too - with meals provided without delay, and we were never rushed. Highly Recommended.

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                                              FAQs

                                              The Cafe Carnegie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 622-3225.

                                              The Cafe Carnegie is rated 4.6 stars by 429 OpenTable diners.

                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                              2 people
                                              19:00
                                              Booked 3 times today

                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                              Google Map for The Cafe Carnegie

                                              4400 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

                                              Additional information

                                              • Cross Street
                                                Craig Street
                                              • Area
                                                Oakland
                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                Thu 10:00–20:00 Bar Mon, Wed, Fri–Sun 10:00–17:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00
                                              • Price
                                                $30 and under
                                              • Cuisines
                                                Contemporary American
                                              • Dining style
                                                Casual Dining
                                              • Dress code
                                                Business Casual
                                              • Parking details
                                                Private Lot
                                              • Payment Options
                                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                              • Additional
                                                Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                              • Website
                                                https://thecafecarnegie.com/index.html
                                              • Phone number
                                                (412) 622-3225
                                              • Catering
                                                Please contact our Director of Catering, Mark Balach, at 412-353-4798 or mbalach@ciemail.com for Catering and Banquet events.
                                              • Private party facilities
                                                Please contact General Manager Bekah Williams at bwilliams@ciemail.com for our Private Dining Menu packages for groups of 15 to 40 guests.
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