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    Fig & Ash Wood Fire Kitchen

    4.5 (348 reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Karen H.

    We had a private event for 10 people at Fig and Ash on Friday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a small private event room if you go all the way to the back of the restaurant and downstairs. There is also a bathroom down there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Their default event menu is family style for basically everything so we only had to pick our desserts. They changed our plates and silverware between courses. The food was pretty good! I really enjoyed the salad, carrots, bucatini, and miso. I thought the meatloaf and steak were decent. The desserts were pretty good. My only small critique is that it was awkward splitting some of the mains family style due to there being an awkward amount of some items. For example, there was 10 people but eight pieces of miso so it was a little tricky to split.

    Flat iron steak with chimichurri
    Meg H.

    We were in Pittsburgh for a quick midweek visit, and we were so fortunate to find Fig & Ash. Our meal was excellent in all ways, from the thoughtful service to the lovely dish wear / decor elements to the varied dishes, each of which was delicious (and nicely portioned for sharing-- you can definitely comfortably split all of the dishes with someone else and be satisfied!). We had two starters (the scallop toast, with a scallop mousse topping, was a standout), one second course (delicious tomato risotto) and two entrees (the pork belly meatloaf and the perfectly cooked flat iron steak). Drinks were all delicious and refreshing (especially the dessert drink we chose, a sorbet in prosecco option). The only possibly disappointment was the Kahlua brownie dessert, which while fine, just tasted like a regular brownie (so not up to the caliber of the other standout, creative dishes). Altogether though it was great, and we'd happily go back.

    Samantha R.

    Fig & Ash has the reputation as one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh and for good reason. My husband and I ordered the crab cakes, the chorizo and seafood pasta, and the chicken. Without a doubt the crab cake was unreal. It was made with zucchini and it was so fresh and delicious we could have just had that and been happy. The pasta was great too, the flavors were excellent but we would have preferred a thicker sauce that was less oily. The chicken was good but not exceptional like the previous two dishes. It was definitely a letdown after everything else as it was kind of basic. The service was amazing, the food was incredible, and our drinks were great too. I can't wait to tell friends and family visiting from out of town to try this spot!

    Leandro D.

    Been meaning to try this place for a while and so glad I did. The service was above and beyond. They were on top of every little thing. It was amazing. Highly recommend the crab cake. The chicken was ok, and the pasta dish I got was really good. A bit too oily but still good

    Eggplant
    Rachel S.

    First time at fig & ash did not disappoint! I rarely think higher priced meals are worth it but this one was! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The setting is nice - mix of people casually dressed and dressed up. Low lighting but not too low. We sat at chefs counter and could see into the kitchen which was fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server and the other service staff were great! We enjoyed the crab cake with mushrooms and roasted carrots with whipped ricotta as our starters. The carrots were to die for!! We are going to try and recreate at home. My husband had the short rib and pork belly meatloaf, which he raved about! I enjoyed the soy glazed eggplant, which has edamame, farro and mixed veggies. The eggplant was super tender but I found the dish to be a bit salty. We ended with the pistachio cake which was light and tender and the orange whipped cream was so tasty.

    Halibut with risotto and asparagus
    Michael B.

    I rarely rave about service first, but to get out of the way, the staff at Fig and Ash were very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu. There's small, medium, and large plates so can be overwhelming to decide which ones to get. For type of cuisine, think "New American" / farm-to-table vibes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is super charming modern decor, with an area where you can sit in of the kitchen and watch the cooks through glass (we did not).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The aromas from the kitchen were nice and smoky.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My friend and I started off with small plates. The Heirloom carrots had a delicious nutty / savory flavor and were served on top of the ricotta cheese. The Cajun shrimp skillet had quite a bit of spice to it, and the pimento cheese lumps in it were different but they worked. Our large plate was the halibut with onion risotto and asparagus. The risotto was the most flavorful, with a rich caramelized-onion taste. The halibut was flaky and tender with a more subtle taste. Portion sizes were just enough for what we needed. Stellar restaurant and hard to overstate the food quality here. Loved it and will be back.

    Braised beef short rib
    Jackie W.

    The service was absolutely impeccable at fig and ash. The servers were constantly checking in, filling waters, and bringing food. Overall, I found it incredibly pricey for the portions. We had 2 appetizers with no meat and they were over $15 each. The menu isn't interesting enough for me to want to return for the price point.

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    Lisa L.

    This is a rare find of for an eating spot in Pittsburgh that you don't wanna miss. We wanted to celebrate our anniversary somewhere nice and didn't have any expectations and were pleasantly surprised. My husband, who's vegan had plenty of options and they went out of their way to be accommodating. It was one of the best meals we've had on this visit to Pittsburgh. We highly recommend it. The service was great and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambience lovely and quiet perfect for a special occasion meal or just a weekday bite to eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is impeccable.

    Fig bread pudding
    Tina S.

    We had my birthday dinner here last night and it was amazing! The service was fantastic-- it truly felt like a special occasion with extra touches like giving us new silverware between courses. The food was so good. We had the beet salad and the carrots with ricotta as appetizers. The carrots were our favorite as the beet salad dressing was a bit too acidic for our tastes. We had the lamb terrine as a mid course appetizer and it was melt in your mouth delicious with warm indian spices. Our dinners were the duck and the short rib. Both were fantastic but I liked the flavors in the short rib more as I don't love an orange flavor that was in the sauce with the duck. For dessert we had the fig bread pudding which had some sort of strawberry ice cream on top and we also had the kahlua fudge brownie. Personally I liked the bread pudding better. The brownie was a bit salty and I didn't taste much kahlua. Overall a great night and we will be back!

    Brianna G.

    VERY high on my list of favorites for dinner in Pittsburgh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From ambiance to the food- everything was superb![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You MUST get the carrot appetizer, I didn't know carrots could be so magical. The gemelli was also perfect to share and the bone marrow shared plate was spectacular.

    Lindsey C.

    OMG! Seriously... OMG.. I had wanted to try this place since I moved here and finally managed to get in and it was AMAZING! We sat at the chefs counter and he came out to meet and great which was just fun. They had some really creative cocktails and mocktails, we tried both. We had apps, we had dinner and we had dessert. Don't think I'd be able to walk out of there, lol. They have season menus and everything on them always sounds so good and everything we had was fantastic. Recommend, recommend, recommend.

    We went to Fig & Ash for our anniversary and I'm still thinking about this meal. We both ordered the Herb Falafel and every part of that plate worked. The saffron rice, grilled zucchini, and blood orange chili glaze all came together in a way that actually felt intentional. Nothing was bland, nothing felt like filler... it was just really well done. My husband ordered the King of the Jungle and I ended up stealing a few sips. It's very pineapple forward with a nice bite at the end that keeps it from being too sweet. It paired perfectly with the food. Chef Cory was incredible. Not only clearly talented, but also kind, funny, and genuinely present. You can tell he cares about what he's creating and about the people he's serving. The staff as a whole were warm and welcoming, and made the night feel special from start to finish. It was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary and we will absolutely be back

    Carrots and potatoes
    Taylor B.

    Service was amazing... not over the top just the right amount of catering. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was lowkey and classier than some of the boujier places I've gone to in Pittsburgh.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].. food was phenomenal.. v pricey but nice for a special occasion. I went for Christmas/gift exchange with my bestie and it was worth it!

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    Carrot appetizer(yes I said get the carrots) and meatloaf. Pencils down. Other options are solid but that is my go to meal.

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    The Commoner

    The Commoner

    4.0
    (992 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    LOVED our dinner at this place…read more We came here for dinner while visiting Pittsburgh. The first thing that struck me was the interior decor. Very industrial and moody with an open kitchen/preparation area that adds some intrigue. I do like to see the happenings of what's going on as someone with zero attention span. Service was excellent. George was fantastic. He kept a close eye on us without being overbearing. He anticipated what we might need so we didn't spend one second waiting to order anything. The menu is not endless or overwhelming which, presumably, allows them to focus on the items that are listed. I have decision panic so it was kinda nice to have less things to choose from. They asked if there were any allergies or dietary restrictions so I mentioned my vegetarianism. George went through the menu and pointed out the vegetarian options including what seems like it is vegetarian but isn't. They had TWO vegetarian entree options and fortunately the non-mushroom one was something I probably would have ordered anyway: pesto with walnuts, arugula, and a very generous amount of grated cheese. To start, I ordered the Brussels sprouts whichc I was warned had fish sauce. This was fine but nothing that blew me away. GF, on the other hand, loved this. GF ordered the wedge which was brought to our attention as vegetarian with the bacon on the side, which was her request. We ended up sharing both, a large part of that was because hers came out first and I couldn't wait but I'm so glad because the wege was FANTASTIC. The dressing? holy fuck pure ecastasy. The wedge was more like a filet shape which was much easier to eat. Who decided on the wedge shape anyway? The lettuce was so fresh and crisp and went wonderfully with that orgasmic dressing and breadcrumbs. Back to my pasta. Also delectable. Noodles were al dente. The sauce was creamy and packed that pesto umami flavor. The walnuts were a really nice contrast in texture. Everything about it absolutely fucking slapped. GF ordered the mushroom entree which came served on a bed of barley which, don't mind if I do, had a few forkfuls to "sample" for "my review". Again, so fucking good. Because it was my birthday, George provided a dessert (yuzu maybe?) that was served inside a meringue-esque igloo, creamy perfect balance of sweet and tart custard with some berry business underneath. Wonderful. I almost forgot their spectacular cocktails! Holy shit, literally they have a CORN CHIP cocktail that I could not pass up. It comes with two massive cornchips on top of a flavored foam. When you bring the glass up to sip, the cornchips are right in front of your nose and their aroma sets the stage for the drink which was STRONG. It wasn't as corn chip forward as I expected but I understand that flavor is probaly hard to create. For my second drink, I ordered the blue one which was refreshing, light, and really good. GF ordered a spritz which was gorgeous "it was good". For second round, I picked out some uranium thing that was very cucumbery, GF says, "it was good". I just read it outloud to her. "it's true!" Fantastic meal at a great place.

    Decor was impeccable, service was top notch, and the food was solid. Wasn't the biggest fan of the…read moreseasoning of the half chicken, but the cook on the chicken was perfect. Really liked this spot. The staff was great, the location was central, and its very upper crust. Great place for date night, drinks, and fellowship. I definitely will need to try another dish on my next visit.

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    Forbes Tavern

    Forbes Tavern

    4.4
    (237 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Forbes Tavern has a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with a nice downtown feel. The food was…read morepretty good overall, but the drinks were just average. Service could have been a little warmer and clearer, though the place still has a nice style and was a decent experience.

    BEST PITTSBURGH WING…read more We were absolutely not expecting this and still can't believe it. We didn't have major expectations but hoped it would be at least a top 5 wing and average meal. It was beyond that The French onion soup we saw online and everyone seemed to enjoy that. We're whores for it so had to get. I like mine a tad bit salty which this was and PACKED with onion chunks and breaded leeks on top. It was impossible to get a spoon fully without any inclusions. My new favorite The Tavern Burger. I'm coming fresh off 9 years without 5 Guys (elite) and this rocked me harder than that. This isn't a stupid smash burger. We got a juicy COOKED PERFECT RARE 8oz patty, topped with sautéed onions, and bacon that isn't crisped to smithereens. I like my bacon medium rare and that's exactly what I got. Then covered in one of the craziest sauces I have ever had, their gorgonzola cream. I could drink that by the gallon The wings.... I have never had a wing itself cooked more perfect in my life. The smoke and meatiness on them was so nailed that I could get 2 dozen plain and still have the same reaction. We got the Buffalo Garlic and Dry Cajun Ranch. These wings don't need drenched in sauce by any means or it would honestly ruin it. The buffalo doesn't ned to be creamy either. Perfect amount of sauce to cheese ration. The dry cajun ranch was a fucking knockout. For how great the wing is I would love to see more dry season options with them Cam got a Tavern Dip. I hate dips. I loved the shaved ribeye on it and horseradish, but I have never been an Au Jus man. Would 100000% eat it without the au jus Then the fries. Always team psoriasis through and through. Not sure if I'm coming off the Five Guys high but their cajun boardwalk style are even better. Get some spicy honey aioli to dip them in. Truly just shocked at how amazing this place is. Right over the bridge and cannot recommend enough going here before a game and walking over. Great spot right before, after and during sports. Very high Pittsburgh atmosphere going on I will be back so many times and absolutely worth going Downtown for

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    täkō

    4.3
    (2.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    I can't tell you how many times I have been here thru the past 10 years since it is my husband's…read morefavorite restaurant in the 'burgh. I also do really like it! I have had everything on the menu more than once and nothing had ever been disappointing. Therefore, it came as a shock when we learn they are were closing for a while. Knowing how long it took them reopen some of their other restaurants, we are a bit sad. Maybe they will make it a little less dark inside which would be great. Sometimes it is a bit too lick like a club in there. Also perhaps they could add the octopus tacos to Tako Torta ! We visited for one last hoorah last weekend. The octopus wasn't on the menu but after checking with our waitress, they still had a few. We got both this one and then queso! I got chips for the queso since I don't do gluten and then corn tortillas with the tacos. The octopus was well cooked as usual. I had a frozen pain killer which was great. See you soon I hope!

    Very small, dimly-lit, Mexican restaurant with delicious food…read more Have a bunch of drinks + taco options. Tacos come in a serving of 2 per order, but they are fairly large so this is enough Their namesake is their octopus taco. I got this, chips & guacamole, + their passionfruit beverage. It was all fantastic Service was unbelievably fast Downsides are that the place's seating is fairly uncomfortable (lots of stools with no backs) and it is pretty loud.

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    The Yard

    The Yard

    3.8
    (602 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    It was really hot the day I went but it felt like there was no AC in here. The staff is super nice…read moreand accommodating. Food and drinks came out fast. They have amazing waffle fries here and the weekday specials are awesome. It's half off wine bottles on Wednesdays. We got a bottle of bubbly wine for $13?? It's unheard of. We didn't love the fan that spun over the light at one of the tables but the server let us move so that was nice. Decent spot for dinner in market square.

    A true bummer. This place has a prime time location on the square, good set up for sports and a…read moregood idea behind the menu, Gourmet Grilled Cheeses. Unfortunately that's were the good ends. First and always foremost, how was the food? An absolutely mess. Impossible to enjoy bc the sandwich falls apart immediately, simply can not pick up without losing everything inside, and greasy as all get out. I should have expected this to an extent, but a nearly $20 grilled cheese at a place that "specializes" in them, I would hope could do better than this. Service was very, very slow despite many open seats. The part that probably sent it over the top was the plate runner constantly spilling the tomato soups everytime they brought out someone's meal. Mine dripped all of the ground as he sat it down, my wife's got on her tray so the bread was just mushy on the bottom, and we saw it constantly as he walked by delivering others. Cool idea, cool location, but the rest was just bad.

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    Gourmet grilled cheese with two beef patties. Sorry I don't remember the name.
    Gourmet grilled cheese with two beef patties. Sorry I don't remember the name.
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    Federal Galley

    Federal Galley

    4.1
    (469 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    I have mixed feelings about this place. On the plus side, it's a really nice concept to have a…read morelarge, open-seating eating venue within walking distance of so many North Shore attractions. I went there with a small group of families/kids after an outing at the Children's Museum; it was great to be able to walk over to an easy lunch that was better than the museum cafe. We'd probably come back just for this convenience. But I can also see how Federal Galley could have a sports bar feel when a Bucco or Steeler game is going on nearby. That said, the food was just ok. Portions were huge, but the dishes were kind of basic with a ton of sauciness/goopiness. My burrito from Mijo had a ton of chicken but not much in terms of beans and rice and no veggies or garnishes. My wife got a huevos rancheros bowl that just had mountains of sauce; it filled her up, made her very thirsty, and made a huge mess. The kids cheese burger and fries from Triple S was just fine for my daughter but, again, basic.

    Federal Galley is a food hall that is located in NOVA Place on the North Side, has four restaurants…read moreand a full bar, and serves lunch and dinner. Current restaurants include TS Cafe, Beef Graffiti, Mijo, and Given to Fly. Both indoor and outdoor seating are available. Customers sit at a table of their choosing and scan a QR code on the table to order their foods and drinks. Employees from each business bring the foods and drinks to the table. When customers are done eating, employees clean the table. My husband and I ate one dinner here. The employees from the kitchens promptly and politely served us. Here are my ratings for what we ate: Beef Graffiti's Smashie burger - 4 stars - This burger was not greasy, and its accompanying fries were not soggy. They were decent. Mijo's Street Taco Entree - 4 stars - We ordered three flavors of tacos: Al Pastor with Pineapple (which my husband described as "good" and "best"), Carne Asada, and Shrimp. The sides were plain rice and beans. Usually my husband loves rice and beans, but he called these ones "interesting" and "bad." TS Cafe's Greek Salad - 4 stars - This salad contained fresh, tasty ingredients. The total price for these foods plus a soda and water was about $61.

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