Here Are The 10 Most Romantic Restaurants In Pittsburgh And You’re Going To Love Them

Pittsburgh's skyline, especially when the sun begins to set, sets the stage for a perfect date. Watch the sun sink from high atop Mount Washington before heading to one of the best romantic restaurants in Pittsburgh, where you can lift your glass to toast your first date or your everlasting love.

1. LeMont Restaurant – 1114 Grandview Avenue

LeMont Restaurant provides a sweeping view of the Pittsburgh skyline, the perfect backdrop for a first or a regular date night. Reserve a table at this Mount Washington restaurant that features such mouthwatering entrees as Kansas City strip steak, penne Neptune, and pesto poulet.

2. The Melting Pot – 125 West Station Square Drive

Sit back and enjoy your date's company when you dine at the Melting Pot in Station Square, the self-described original fondue restaurant. While the salads and entrees promise a delicious experience, the chocolate fondue is perhaps the highlight of the experience for dessert and chocolate lovers.

3. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto – 1411 Grandview Avenue

Reserve a table by the window for stunning views of the Pittsburgh landscape at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto. The perfect romantic setting, the popular Mount Washington restaurant features such seafood dishes as ahi tuna, Chilean sea bass, and rainbow trout.

4. Eleven – 1150 Smallman Street

Sheer elegance awaits at Eleven, a former warehouse transformed into a trendy restaurant, ideal for a romantic date. Make a date at Eleven for brunch, lunch or dinner. The restaurant also features a tavern menu with sandwiches and other typical tavern fare.

5. Grand Concourse – 100 West Station Square Drive

Find yourself swept up in the classy ambiance of The Grand Concourse. Whether you sit near the windows overlooking downtown or you sit in the grand interior, you'll enjoy a delicious meal from a menu that includes fresh seafood, steak, and chicken.

6. Mallorca Restaurant – 2228 East Carson Street

Travel to Spain in the heart of Pittsburgh when you dine at Mallorca Restaurant, which offers both authentic Spanish dishes and continental cuisine. Peruse a menu that features such popular Spanish entrees as paella and mariscada.

7. Capital Grille – 301 Fifth Avenue

Nestled in Pittsburgh's financial district, the Capital Grille welcomes diners to toast their visit with a glass of wine, selected from one of more than 350 wines on offer. Order your own entree then share with your love from a menu that includes lobster mac and cheese and Sam's mashed potatoes.

8. Joseph Tambellini Restaurant – 5701 Bryant Street

Dine on traditional, homemade Italian dishes at Joseph Tambellini Restaurant where you'll find everything from pasta and antipasta entrees to chicken and steak. All entrees come with a Chef's salad tasting.

9. Sonoma Grill – 947 Penn Avenue

Plan a romantic date at Sonoma Grille in the heart of the Cultural District. A West Coast kitchen, the restaurant welcomes diners for lunch and for dinner. Choose from a plethora of entrees, including New York strip steak, ahi tuna, and grilled salmon.

10. Cafe Du Jour – 1107 East Carson Street

Secure an outdoor seat in the garden or sit indoors when you visit Cafe Du Jour, a delightful French restaurant on the South Side. The cash only restaurant is Bring Your Own Beer (BYOB) so be sure to bring your favorite alcoholic beverage to toast your authentic French entree.

Celebrate blossoming or everlasting love at one of the best romantic restaurants in Pittsburgh then embark on one of these unique dates.

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