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    Senti Restaurant

    4.0 (187 reviews)
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    Old fashioned at the bar
    Kristine S.

    We sat at the bar for dessert and drinks. The bartender was a bit aloof, but knew what she was doing. Made a great old fashioned and recommended a delicious dessert. The chocolate bread pudding was so wonderful. Chocolate heaven. Restaurant is spacious and has a warm vibe. We plan to go back soon.

    Lindsey M.

    Had a wonderful dinner on New Year's Eve! Our waitress was great, giving us wonderful recommendations. However, I wish it was mentioned that the appetizers we ordered wouldn't be big enough to share amongst four people, but we also could've asked, so no biggy. My meal was absolutely incredible. I got the short rib and it truly melted in my mouth, and the pairings were great. Dessert was delicious, a beautiful spot! Great experience altogether, looking forward to coming back!

    Vodka Sauce Pasta
    George Z.

    The Bird and I had an incredible dining experience at Senti tonight, March 29, 2025. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Our server, Anna Belle, was warm, professional, and made us feel completely taken care of. To start, we shared the artichoke appetizer and meatballs--both were excellent. The artichoke was perfectly prepared and seasoned, and the meatballs were rich, flavorful, and just the right texture. For the main course, I had the pasta with vodka sauce, which was creamy, balanced, and deeply satisfying. Bird went with the special: ravioli in a light sausage sauce. The sausage added a subtle depth without overpowering the delicate pasta--an absolute standout. Bird finished with the chocolate bread pudding, which was decadent and comforting. I opted for the tiramisu martini--a fun, delicious twist on the classic dessert and a perfect way to end the evening. Senti delivered across the board with excellent food, a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, and truly stellar service. We'll definitely be back and soon!!

    Mezze Maniche Cacio e Pepe with gluten free pasta
    Bryanna X.

    Food was great! I ordered the gluten free pasta and it was so good. The service was great!

    Haley P.

    We tried to have dinner here about a month ago and were so sad to arrive to a sign saying they were away on vacation. So I was happy to finally get to try Senti the other night! The butternut squash and sage ravioli was phenomenal. The spaghetti with pomodoro sauce was also good, but the options for adding protein were limited. I believe they only had shrimp available. The bread was also really delicious. I would have liked a nice butter or sauce to go with it. They had a nice list of wine and cocktails to choose from. However, for such a nice space I was thrown that the drink menu came in an unassuming white binder and not something nicer. Service was okay but nothing special. It was busy but we waited quite a while to actually order our food.

    Beet salad
    Kristen E.

    Fancy Italian restaurant in Lawrenceville good for dates or business dinners. We shared the artichoke hearts and aranchini for appetizers. Soup of the day was a delicious butternut squash. The branzini was a popular entree. Excellent service. Gender-segregated restrooms. Street parking.

    Puntarelle alla Cesare
    Julia B.

    Went to Senti for our anniversary dinner earlier this week & we were not disappointed! I am very picky about going out for Italian, but Senti's upscale atmosphere & interesting food selections brought us in. We started the night with some cocktails; I had the Italian 75 (a French 75 but using limoncello) & Ben had the shattered brain (a velvety hazelnut-forward drink). For appetizers, we shared the octopus (cooked perfectly paired with a slightly spicy pepper sauce & crispy potatoes) & Caesar salad (the bites with anchovies were good, but they definitely needed more anchovies because the greens without them were incredibly bitter & needed something to cut through that flavor). For entrees I got the duck (my favorite protein! It was juicy with a crispy skin & served with a delicious mushroom/gnocchi mixture) & Ben got the ossobuco (incredibly tender & flavorful). For dessert, we shared a vanilla ice cream (definitely home made & super creamy) & a tiramisu martini (their specialty cocktail). Senti also has a pretty big wine list (especially if you like reds) & a wine bar up front. The only downside I can say is that the service is kind of slow. The pacing of the meal was perfect, but it would have been nice to get dirty dishes cleared so you weren't sitting surrounded by them between courses. Overall, though, I would recommend this spot to any Italian food fan! Food: A- Drinks: A- Service: B Ambiance: B

    Rue N.

    Visited Senti on my last night in Pittsburgh and had a lovely meal. This place was a little fancier than I anticipated, but staff didn't bat an eye at our party in Jean jackets and track jumpsuits. We had an early 5pm dinner reservation, for later dining times I'd definitely kick it up a notch. Service was excellent and the highlight of the meal (thanks Julia!). We started with the cauliflower and leek soup of the day which was tasty but could have used a touch more salt for my palate. For my entree I ordered the Verdure e Fagioli, which was an escarole and white bean dish. I loved the escarole and white beans, but opted to get the sausage add-on, which was a mistake, the portion completely overwhelmed the dish. I ended up eating around most of the meat. My dining companions gave high marks to the lasagna and the ravioli. I tried the latter, and it was tasty and light. Overall an a-okay meal, with wonderful service. I'd come back in the future for the Verdure (w/o the meat), and to try the meatballs and a dessert.

    Vegetarian Ravioli con Rampa
    Maggie Z.

    While I'm admittedly not a fan of Italian food, I can't knock Senti as a whole! The restaurant is more than willing to cater to dietary restrictions, offering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. The bruschetta is to die for and the servers are highly knowledgeable on the menu. The atmosphere is sophisticated, but welcoming. We were fine bringing in our backpacks after work. The small parking lot may have been my favourite part: right across the street and makes a usually hectic Lawrenceville parking situation a non-issue. Senti is the perfect place to bring out of town guests or visiting scholars.

    Burrata
    Rachel T.

    Wow, I would give Senti 6 stars if I could! My boyfriend and I ate dinner at Senti for New Years Eve a few years ago, and had a great experience. I remember loving the seafood pasta (especially the fresh linguine) and the complimentary champagne for NYE. We were looking for somewhere special to take my mom for Mother's Day and were excited to see Senti was open Sunday evening. I made reservations for our family of 4 on the Opentable app. I was confused because Senti's website said they were closed on Sunday, but I called to confirm they would be open for Mother's Day dinner. The restaurant is upscale, but comfortable. We loved sitting in the window and looking out on Butler Street. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, and seated us right away. There was a special limited menu for Mother's Day, but there were SO many great options. We started with the Collefrisio Montepulciano bottle and the burrata appetizer (burrata, leeks, pistachio, olive oil, Maldon salt). The fresh focaccia bread came with a garbanzo bean and herb spread that was so fresh! The burrata was a treat! Everything was so "springy" and fresh! For entrees my dad tried the Saltimbocca alla Romana since he loves veal! It consisted of a veal loin, prosciutto, sage, served with polenta fries, and broccoli rabe. My mom went with the lasagna alla Veneta (Veneto style lasagna, beef ragù, béchamel). The layers of pasta were so thin the whole lasagna literally melted in your mouth. It was very reminiscent of our meals in Italy. My brother picked the Carbonara which he raved about! He said it was absolutely the best carbonara pasta that he's had in Pittsburgh. For my dish I picked the agnolotti. The pasta tasted like little pockets of Spring time. It was so fresh and light! I do wish I would have gotten a glass of white wine to pair with it. Everyone enjoyed their meals and we all finished our plates! For dessert we shared tiramisu and the special strawberry tiramisu. It was a little different from traditional tiramisu and wasn't my favorite. Next time I would order the chocolate bread pudding dessert. We will definitely be back. Thanks Senti for a very special Mother's Day Dinner!

    Brasato di Manzo, short rib, polenta, and fried leeks. tasty and very rich dish.
    Steve K.

    vibe: upscale but not intimidating (in a good way). a little dark inside, but enough light and quiet for easy conversations. waitress was very kind, and service was efficient. food: appetizers were good, and main courses were excellent - i had a very generously sized short rib, and my friends all loved their dishes (heard praise for their butternut squash dishes). drinks: autumn sweater was cozy on a cold day.

    Tiramisu
    Tammie B.

    We had fantastic service. Ordered arancini balls. Good flavor. They had a spicy sauce on top. Plenty to share for 4 people. My son had spaghetti and meatballs. The meatballs were very tender. Three of us ordered from the restuarant week menu. Insalata di Arugala had pistacios and shaved pecorino cheese. Loved the vinagairette dressing. Cacio e Peppe. Good pepper flavor. Tiramisu for dessert. This had a creamier filling compared to most places but I liked that better. My husband had the hot expresso poured over vanilla ice cream. This is his favorite dessert and one of the reasons we came back to Senti to eat. The only downside is parking in Lawrenceville. The lot across the street was full and we had a hard time finding a street parking spot.

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    Good, service and ambiance are all amazing -- great chef and an overall wonderful experience for our family special occasion.

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