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Best Date Night Restaurants in Shadyside

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4.7
Exceptional(2851)
Price: Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Shadyside
Booked 35 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.
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5.0
Exceptional(700)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Shadyside
Booked 1 time today
Umi Japanese Restaurant is a prime spot for a date night. With its unique Omakase dining experience, the place is often described as a 'special event' and 'unforgettable night out'. Reviewers rave about the delicate, nuanced food and excellent service. It's not just about the food though - the tranquil Japanese garden setting and authentic tatami seating add to the overall ambiance. As one reviewer put it, 'This is not a restaurant it’s an experience.'
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4.8
Exceptional(39)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Point Breeze
Booked 32 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(5319)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Shadyside
Booked 56 times today
Casbah is a neighborhood restaurant and wine bar located in Pittsburgh’s East End. From theyear-round garden patio to the dining room, from the cozy bar to the wine cellar, each visit canfeel 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, housemade 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.
A photo of Fish nor Fowl restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(521)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • East Liberty
Booked 17 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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4.8
Exceptional(1361)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 80 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(746)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Homestead
Booked 5 times today
Our wine lounge is a perfect meeting place to celebrate a special occasion, meet up with friends, date night, or out with another couple. Come enjoy a glass of wine or a classic cocktail, partake of some amazing food that is fun to share! We are a 21 and over establishment.
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4.5
Awesome(1779)
Price: Very Expensive
• Comfort Food • Downtown
Booked 23 times today
Meat & Potatoes is a perfect spot for a date night. As a reviewer put it, 'Great date night restaurant and the steak was very good.' Another one shared, 'So delicious, they definitely know their way around food. Great for date night or a special occasion.' Its ambience is described as a 'speak-easy type atmosphere' which adds to the romantic vibe. Plus, the high-quality food, innovative cocktails, and excellent service all contribute to a memorable date night.
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4.8
Exceptional(2126)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Northside
Booked 32 times today
A wood-flamed mash-up of Modern America with classic influences, guests will relish just how delicious home-away-from-home scratch cooking can be. At Fig & Ash, we provide seasonal sustainable comfort dishes, in a warm rustic setting. Fig & Ash offers a new take on old favorites and new adventures that will become favorites. We allot one hour and forty-five minutes for each party of two and two hours and fifteen minutes for each party of four. Please keep this in consideration when dining with us to ensure a great experience for everyone. We can accommodate up to a party of five in our Main Dining Room. Please contact us for larger reservations. We have outdoor patio seating available equipped with commercial overhead heaters. Please contact us for more details.
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4.9
Exceptional(1813)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Lawrenceville
Booked 44 times today
The Morcilla team brings contemporary Spanish influenced cuisine to the Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Enjoy a mix of pintxos, house made charcutería and large plates meant for sharing from our family-style menu. End your experience with churros and chocolate hazelnut fondue to round out the evening. Our beverage program features craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, a deep sherry and vermut selection and local craft beer. Our dining room is intimate, perfect for celebrating your next special occasion with your favorite person. If you prefer bar seating, the full menu is available there too. We do recommend reservations, but hold a few bar seats for walk-in diners. Refer to www.morcillapittsburgh.com for our current menu.

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  • Michael
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Perfect. I am frequently there. Ashley- server. 1st time I’ve seen her. Best server I’ve ever had. She was sweet,’funny, attentive. Love her. Great seeing Jeff per usual. So nice to go to a place where the manager remembers your name. Even the valet was great. Food so good. I ate way too much and would do it again. Love it
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    SOBA LoungePrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Shadyside
    4.7
  • Fahmyvip
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •50 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This place is fantastic! Everything from the small plates (risotto), to main courses (mushroom pasta & rack of lamb) were excellent. The server steered us in just the right direction for wines that paired perfectly with our dinners. I also noticed that every meal that came out of the kitchen was closely inspected but the manager to make sure they were on the mark (and they were). This was an anniversary dinner for my wife and me, and we could not have chosen better! Highly recommend it!
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    Fish nor FowlPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• East Liberty
    4.7
  • Nancy
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The pasta dishes were superb, as was the salad with lump crab meat and avocado. The panini, however, was disappointing. The bread was two slabs of thick, Texas-style bread, and the filling was very thick. Along with the Italian meats and cheese, there was shredded lettuce. If it was cooked on a Panini Press, the chef/cook forgot to close and press it. Obviously, whoever made the Panini has never been to Italy.
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    CasbahPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Shadyside
    4.8
  • Jessica
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    It’s unfortunate that my date and I only have two mouths and two stomachs total between us, because I absolutely wouldn’t feel bad about ordering the entire menu in one sitting. Well, my wallet might. We did order a lot, though, and we ended up closing down the place. The ambience was sexy and upbeat (not the drowsy kind of sexy, you know what I mean). It paired perfectly with the cocktails and a bottle of sake, and the staff were super stoked to give recommendations based on what we were feeling. The food came out as it was prepared, plated to perfection and ready to share. Did we order too much? I mean, it looked like it, but we ate every crumb. I’d have licked the plate if I didn’t like my outfit so much. And like I said, we closed down the place but never felt like we were being annoying or rushed out. Next time I come back, I’m ordering the rest of the menu.
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    Golden GaiPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Point Breeze
    4.8
  • Maud
    Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Sept 2024
    We had a wonderful time at Umi, delicious food and great team!
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    Umi Japanese RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Shadyside
    5

Discover best date night restaurants in Shadyside

Embark on a romantic culinary adventure in Shadyside, Pittsburgh, where the restaurant scene offers a variety of intimate settings perfect for a date night. This area, known for its vibrant and eclectic dining options, caters to all tastes and preferences, ensuring a memorable evening. Each establishment provides a unique atmosphere, from cozy, dimly lit environments to more modern, sophisticated settings. Many restaurants in Western PA, Pittsburgh, particularly in Shadyside, are renowned for their exceptional service and high-quality cuisine, featuring everything from gourmet local dishes to international delicacies. These venues focus on creating an engaging dining experience, often enhanced by soft background music and beautifully curated decor, ideal for setting a romantic mood. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to converse or a more dynamic ambiance, Shadyside's date night options are designed to impress. Dive into a night of enchantment and gastronomic delight that makes every dining out experience not just a meal, but a special event.

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