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Emerson’s, Pittsburgh, PA

Emerson’s

4.7
4.7
385 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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 The Aperitivo Club.

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–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–19:00
  • 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
    Indoor Fireplace

Menu

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What 385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emerson's is a "hidden gem" in Market Square, perfect for intimate gatherings and special events. Guests rave about the "amazing atmosphere," "excellent cocktails," and "delicious food" with standout items like the beet salad and truffle fries. The service is frequently praised for being "friendly and efficient," making it a "highly recommended" spot for a memorable dining experience.
385 Reviews

  1. BrutusA VIP

    Pittsburgh1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed the atmosphere and food, but did find it to be a bit too noisy.

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  2. Lillie

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m actually blown away by this cute little hidden gem. The service was wonderful and the ambiance was relaxing. The cocktails were absolutely the star of the show! Every part of my evening was enjoyable. I will absolutely be a regular from now on.

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  3. Richard VIP

    Pittsburgh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden gem in Market Square. Great atmosphere with nice mix of old and new. A modern horizontal fireplace anchors a great vignette for sharing drinks with friends. The menu is ample and varied. Drinks were creative and tasty. Carmen was accommodating and attentive. Highly recommend.

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  4. Michael VIP

    Pittsburgh11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Cool, industrial look and vibe, but on this night the noise level made simple conversation difficult. Liz and the other young ladies provided friendly and efficient surface. The menu is very limited. My friend really enjoyed her salmon with risotto dish. I found the stuffed pork chop very dry, with a taste profile more like Thanksgiving than the coming of Spring.

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  5. Danielle VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect spot for a girls night! Beet salad with salmon was great!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Marcus was amazing! Made our night special! Loved the atmosphere and food was great!

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  7. Jacque VIP

    Pittsburgh30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our first dining experience at Emerson's! Marcus gave us excellent service and our food and cocktails were great! We loved the ambiance with candles and the fireplace. Will be back and will try The Aperitivo Club downstairs next time also.

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  8. Sarah

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent experience! Because we were celebrating, they brought complimentary champagne! The cocktails were delicious, expertly crafted, & well balanced, and the food was excellent!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food and drinks were great and our server was so kind!

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  10. Tiffany VIP

    Pittsburgh45 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The seating hostess politely and promptly seated us. The waiter spoke courteously to us, but he took some time to bring us a drink, our foods, and our check. I liked my Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes. We thought that our Sherry Cobbler Sour and Emerson's Burger with fries tasted just OK.

    1 person found this helpful

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Emerson’s is rated 4.7 stars by 385 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 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–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–00:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–19:00
  • 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
    Indoor Fireplace
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