10 New Restaurants to Check Out in Pittsburgh

We may be biased, but we truly believe that Pittsburgh is a foodie’s paradise. If you’re ready to get back to dining out, add these new restaurants to your list of spots to try next. From ethnic cuisine to American classics, there are so many different flavors to please anyone’s palate. And the best part? These restaurants are just a stroll or quick ride away from many Sterling properties.

New Restaurants in Pittsburgh

1.    Oishii Donburi, Lawrenceville

A brand new spot for Korean cuisine in central Lawrenceville, Oishii Donburi has a tasty selection of curries, traditional bowls, bibimbap and more.

2.    Roots Natural Kitchen, Bloomfield

Roots Natural Kitchen has opened their second Pittsburgh location in Bloomfield. Customers looking for a healthy, well-balanced meal can build-their-own-bowl, or choose from a selection of premade bowls featuring fresh proteins, veggies and grains.

3.    Thai Table & Kitchen, Lawrenceville

Pittsburgh loves Thai food, and Thai Table & Kitchen is another great addition to the city. The new restaurant features classic Thai appetizers like chicken satay, traditional soups including Tom Yum, and a variety of entrees including rice dishes, curries and noodles.

4.    Pusadees Garden, Lawrenceville

The newly reopened Pusadees Garden seems to be the talk of the town. The restaurant closed back in 2017 for some major renovations, and now it’s back and better than ever. From the Thai-inspired menu, to the expansive outdoor dining area, this is one Pittsburgh restaurant not to be missed.

5.    Cobra, Bloomfield

Cobra opened over a year ago before the pandemic, but now they’re officially back and ready to serve up some delicious Korean barbecue. Cobra is a great spot to enjoy a night out with friends cooking your dinner over the shared table grill while you sip on craft cocktails. Did we mention there’s also karaoke?

6.    Fig & Ash, Northside

Fig & Ash is a wood-fired mash-up of Modern American and European-inspired cuisine. The restaurant takes pride in offering truly made-from-scratch dishes. From the beautiful indoor dining room to a cozy outdoor space, Fig & Ash provides a memorable dining experience for all to enjoy.

7.    Pizzaiolo Primo, Downtown

This beloved restaurant in market square was forced to shut down during the pandemic, but luckily, it was purchased by a new owner and is officially open for business again. From the wood-fired pizzas to the house-made pasta, Pizzaiolo Primo offers a taste of Italy right in Pittsburgh. If you choose to eat outside, you may even imagine yourself in a real Italian piazza.

8.    Galley at Bakery Square

Galley at Bakery Square has officially opened. It features four different restaurant concepts including: GG’s Café, offering comfort-cuisine like roasted chicken and ribs; Somi, offering healthy, nutrient-dense Asian cuisine; City Fresh Pasta, offering a variety house-made pastas and sauces; and Bubba’s Burghers, a gourmet-burger joint created by Pittsburgh Radio Personality, Bubba Snider.

9.    The Eagle Food & Beer Hall, Downtown

Fried chicken is having a moment, and the new Eagle Food & Beer Hall in Downtown Pittsburgh is taking full advantage! The restaurant features homestyle fried chicken including family-size portions, a variety of classic sides like collard greens and mac and cheese, and a wide selection of beer to go with it.

10. LeVia Trattoria, Lawrenceville

LeVia Trattoria is a unique scratch kitchen and BYOB concept in Upper Lawrenceville. Inspired by their Italian grandmother, the menu features comforting Italian dishes that taste like home and a cozy atmosphere to match.

Which restaurant will you try first?

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