50 Best Cafes in Pittsburgh

“I happened upon this coffee shop on a whim and felt welcomed from the moment I walked through the door. Honestly, it was like I stepped into a cozy fantasy novel. The atmosphere is friendly and you can *feel* the care and thoughtfulness that goes into the service. There are so many drink choices that I'm glad there's a wheel to spin for inspiration. Fate landed on a spiced pear chai and it was phenomenal. I already want to go back.“

“Very welcoming place. Great food and friendly people“

“Best biscuits and gravy in Pittsburgh. Great service and friendly atmosphere.“

“Great sandwiches and bakery items“

“Best lavender vanilla latte I've ever had. Super cool vibe!“

“delightful, charming and authentically French fresh“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“We just held my daughters baby shower at Ruckus and it was AMAZING! Everyone was so gracious & accommodating! Would thoroughly recommend for any special event! Food delicious & an array of beverages.“

“We love Ka-Fair. The staff are wonderful, and always quick to accommodate any special requests. And the food is wonderful. (We are OBSESSED with the crepe cake!) It’s such a unique spot, and we’re glad to have it within walking distance.“

“Stopped here for a drink since I was in the area. I had the Vietnamese Cold Brew and it was really good. Unfortunately the location isn't convenient for me but I would visit again if I was in town. Great service as well!“

“It’s a really great place to stop on the way into the city through the West End. It’s not a nightmare to find parking in the morning, which makes it convenient for a contractor like myself. I’ve even walked over from the Supply house across the street.“

“I highly recommend Echt Coffeehouse as a special gift you can give yourself and share with friends and family. Every detail of the Echt experience is worthy of comment, but it is best to just check it out and see how the unique space and atmosphere speaks to you. Oh, and the food and drinks are amazing! Thanks to everyone at Echt Coffeehouse for all your positivity and “echt.”“

“The food is delicious and the owner is a great guy. I love bringing my friends and family in when they visit Pittsburgh. Highly recommend the Italian wedding soup!“

“The people and food is awesome. Will keep coming back to them to get my coffee fix.“

“I ordered from Grapow and the food was so fresh, hot and tasted exactly like food I've gotten in Asia. It's nice to know that we have places like this in Pittsburgh that not only curates the best - but most flavorful - international cuisine. I'll definitely be working my way around the world and trying all the places.“

“Wonderful evening at cafe Momentum. The service, the food,the environment was amazing. The kids who are learning were so friendly. Will definitely be back. And if you needed another reason to go to this restaurant it BYOB.“

“I worked with Shaquala and her team at PAIR on a catering order for two of our events. Both times Shaquala was so lovely to work with. She was accommodating and provided suggestions on what would be best for the size of crowd and type of event. The most recent catering order was this past weekend - the grazing charcuterie board that she prepared for us was beautiful and delicious! Everyone in attendance was asking who the caterer was. Truly was the highlight of our event! Highly recommend working with PAIR for your next event ✨“

“Super friendly service and a great place to hang out!“

“I've been wanting to try here forever and could kick myself for not! Best western omlette I've ever had. Everyone is super friendly here. Can't beat the prices either.“

“Senza has a really cute and cozy vibe inside. We started with the pull-apart bread, chickpea panisse, and pepperoni arancini, and honestly, all of them were phenomenal. For entrees, the sourdough cavatelli was really amazing. We also got the smoked lamb, which was just okay for me—it could have been a bit more tender, and it definitely needed more of the yogurt sauce. But overall, it was an amazing meal. Definitely a five out of five.“

“Great atmosphere, comfy & clean seating, delicious food that is beautifully presented.“

“Went to breakfast today, eggs Benedict was delicious, daughter and wife loved the pancakes and fruit. Nice menu with lots to try. Place was busy but they are super friendly and work together. Got a cookie to go was also delicious.“

“Been here a few times, had to leave a review. Got a Pho Spice Oatmilk Latte and Fried Tofu Rice Bowl. Incredible seasoning on the tofu, and the latte was delightful. The space is very welcoming with both open and cozy seating. Staff is very friendly :)“

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“Great place with wonderful owners and staff. Love the vibe; strong coffee and really good food. The cocktails are top tier.“

“Bar Marco did an amazing job for our wedding. The food is so good that all of our vendors were thrilled when we told them the venue, and our guests similarly raved. The staff took the time to know our order of events and requests and accommodated accordingly. Highly recommend.“

“Fantastic tea and hip atmosphere.. A++“

“Stumbled here by chance and was incredibly impressed. The decor and scents are pleasant and welcoming and the gentlemen was kind and efficient. There was one other couple in the building so it was not crowded. I ordered an Iced Honey Oat Latte and my fiance ordered a hot Carmel latte. Both were delicious and flavorful. The sizes were also appropriate for the prices. I will return again soon.“

“The best breakfast I've had in a long time! Great atmosphere and polite helpful staff.“

“DELICIOUS! Lunch was fantastic! We had a California Burger, Chicken Sandwich, and a Caprese Sandwich, all were fantastic! Besides the incredibly memorable meal the service was top-notch. Everyone went above and beyond to make our visit relaxing and enjoyable. The whole staff was cheerful and accommodating. PS …get the PB Cookies, eat them as an appetizer even. yummy 😋“

“Thank you to Erin for the wonderful food that was made for my son’s graduation party! Everything was delicious and there was such a good variety of food for everyone. Thanks again for everything!“

“Ambience, menu, service and, of course, the eclectic decor. What a delicious, fun experience in Lawrenceville. Will now be our go to brunch restaurant!“

“Just tried this place and had an amazing iced London fog and sweet treat. The baked items are so fresh and the place is a vibe. Open late too!“

“My husband got the Chimichurri steak and egg hash. He will not stop talking about it. He gives it a 5/5. Service was good too.“

“Great lunch! Fresh sandwiches😃“

“The best donuts and pastries made fresh every day! Friendly service and wonderful place to catch up with friends. What a treat and certainly a blessing!“

“I stopped in last night, there were two young ladies behind the bar that didn't acknowledge my presence. But when I came in there was a young man sweeping the floor because it was almost closing time and he put the broom down and came behind the bar to wait on me. He's the superstar in this story! Even after he got my drink, the young ladies behind the bar never made eye contact with me. Hard to believe you can go to a place in East Liberty and be treated as if you are invisible.“

“Great atmosphere, comfy & clean seating, delicious food that is beautifully presented.“

“Great staff, affordable, quick service, very accommodating to special requests, great coffee-I love this place. I used to go about 2-3 times a week before it became super popular. I highly recommend it! I only wish the tutti frutti wasn’t seasonal, but that’s because they only use berries when they’re in season…so that ones on mother nature“

“We ordered a cake for 50 for my parents 50th wedding anniversary and first off- it was beautiful, and second-everyone couldn't stop raving about how absolutely delicious it was! It was absolutely perfect and the online ordering was incredibly simple. We are lucky to have this shop in the neighborhood“

“So delicious and fresh!!! ❤️ The Spot“

“Have been to First Watch multiple times . Food is always excellent and the service is great .Would highly recommend First Watch in McCandless.“

“Stopped here for lunch today and it was great! Staff was so friendly will definitely go again😀“

“This is the BEST spot to grab a quick drink or snack. Their service is fast, efficient and reasonable prices. It’s also nice and quiet so you can get some work done or just listen to some music and enjoy a treat. This is a can’t miss spot if you love a good tea, matcha or slushy!“

“This is a little neighborhood bakery with the best bread ever, plus some pastries, sandwiches while they last, and espresso drinks on a modest scale (no crazy fruity things or giant sizes, just traditional espresso, lattes, and cappuccino). Very low key, casual, bare brick, cement floor, boho kind of vibe. Some indoor seating and a few tables outside on the sidewalk in front if you have your doggo with you. No cushy chairs or anything like that. Accessible, all ages fine. The neighborhood LOVES Five Points. On weekend mornings, the lines can be out the door and up the block, but they have lots of staff and move things along pretty quick.“

“Very nice vibes to hang out and work/study or do something like journal or read. Depending on the day, the initial wait can take a long time but even when it’s very crowded, you can usually find a seat! The coffee is very good and they have several different food options.“

“Stopped here for a drink since I was in the area. I had the Vietnamese Cold Brew and it was really good. Unfortunately the location isn't convenient for me but I would visit again if I was in town. Great service as well!“

“It’s such a cute coffee shop! Friendly employees. ♥️“

“We happen to find this place by using Google and Yelp. The ingredients are very fresh, the staff are quick and efficient and very kind. They bring the food to your table. They have a patio which is nice! This was our first time here and we will be coming back!

Very reasonable prices for the savory crepes, which come with a side salad.

Highly recommend!“