With or without the view, Altius was amazing. From the hostess to the wait staff to management, everyone was jovial and professional. The menu selection was fine and creative and the atmosphere was superior. Our waiter's knowledge of the menu and impeccable suggestions were definitely a plus. Date night, family affair, birthday, business, vacation stop or whatever occasion betwixt and between, this is a must see and must go to spot. Additionally treated to the pre-4th of July fireworks from a fantastic vantage point. Thank you Altius. read more

Wow! This place has it all! Beautiful location with a great view of downtown Pittsburgh and the rivers. Very attentive service. And super delicious food. Our cocktails were subdued but very tasty. First we were served a pea soup shooter--we all wanted a whole bowl. Then a couple of appetizers--the 'compressed pineapple' with frisse was interesting with a flavorful dressing, but not too sweet. I got the special, seared tuna with a shrimp over udon noodles and a Hoisin sauce with some sort of wasabi. Again, the flavors were unique but not overpowering. Also got the chicken with couscous and peas. Sounds plain but it was anything but plain. The other mains were just as good. We finished off with three desserts. The carrot cake got rave reviews from my dining partners (not my style). The Creme Brulle was very large and perfectly cooked. But the best dessert was the deconstructed Smore. The chocolate, the merengue, the graham crumbs, a little ice cream. Oh, I'm going to be dreaming of this dessert for a long time! The price is also quite high for pittsburgh standards--over 100/person--but well worth it for a special occasion! read more

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The best way to visit this restaurant is by taking the Duquesne Incline from the bottom of the cliff side up to the top. Once you are at the top of the Duquesne Incline then this restaurant is a few steps away. The views up here are spectacular that look back at Pittsburgh. It's probably best to go at sunset so you can see daytime and nighttime views. The restaurant is very pretty inside, but that's probably the best part. All of the food items we had were very average, at best. I do appreciate it being my first time to Pittsburgh and they gave us a windows seat with stunning views. To drink, I had a $19 Reverse Psychology. I thought it was just alright. Not great, not bad. As an appetizer we had the $18 meatballs. They were fine, but nothing special. Then, we split a $14 iceberg wedge. This was probably the best item of the night, if I had to choose one. For my main entree I had the $46 chicken breast. Average at best. My mom thought her $48 salmon was also very average. And lastly, the side of $5 mushrooms were ok. Overall, great views, but the food is extremely average. read more

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The wait staff are superb! The atmosphere is close quarters and often felt like I was sitting with my neighbors. It was very noisy and difficult to have conversation. The food was good, not great. The views were the best part of the experience! read more

Altius - 10 Oz. Filet Mignon Also Available - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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10/10 worth the visit. We were in town for a wedding and stayed a few extra days for some fun and chose Altius for our last nice meal and it was so worth it. We took the incline up and decided on Altius because it's just a few steps off the incline. The view, the drinks, the food, the service, everything was a 10/10 experience. Would def make a point to come back just to come here again. In the photo - Ahi Tuna in front and scallop special in back. In between us was the bread for the table they brought out which was absolutely delicious and came with specialty butter and sun dried tomatoes. The drink on the left was reverse psychology which again was delicious. Drink behind (you can barely see but it's pinkish) was the you've guava be kidding me - though I personally don't really like grapefruit I did taste it and it was actually really tasty. read more

Altius - Ahi Tuna in front. Scallop special in back. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

FIRST TIME: Took my boyfriend for his bday dinner there! And let me tell you, they didn't disappoint! Service and food was amazing! Fancy, chill atmosphere, nice scenic view of the city. It's super nice! Will go again !! Xoxo (He was thrilled) read more

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Fantastic! First, the view of the city is amazing --gorgeous esp at sunset. Service was excellent and the food and wine were delicious. Had the pork chop and it was heavenly. The popcorn was magic. Definitely add to list when in Pittsburgh. Can't wait to go back. read more

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We were in town to celebrate my husbands birthday! He picked this restaurant and it did not disappoint! It felt high class. The staff were friendly and went above and beyond. The food was amazing. They serve popcorn as a pre appetizer. Then rolls. Then even sent us home with small desserts after we had our main desserts. 10/10. Couldn't say enough about this place! We came after dark and could see all the lights of downtown Pittsburgh. We just wish we could've had a window seat. But sadly they don't take requests for that. It was still a nice view from our seat though. They did offer the group next to us to eat their dessert next to the window though! Very nice of them! read more

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We went to this restaurant on a Friday night for dinner. The view is beautiful from the restaurant. We started with the pineapple salad which had some amazing flavors. They had gluten free bread for me which was fresh and warm. The aperitif was a cauliflower soup which cleansed our palette. The dinner was the pork chop in the photo. Truly amazing! Service was excellent impeccable. A definite must in Pittsburgh read more

Altius - Tomahawk pork chop - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I had a fantastic experience at this amazing restaurant--maybe Pittsburgh's finest--but a few things left me unsettled that I want to just warn diners about. First, the service was impeccable. Our waitress took exceptional care of my friends and me and made our celebration so special. She was funny, caring, and extremely attentive. The definition of perfect service! Our initial struggle came when we arrived. For our reservation and the table wasn't ready. Truly no worries, we were happy to walk to the overlook and admire the city. I wish we had been offered a place to sit at the bar or something--we did have to wait over 20 minutes. Again, a minor issue, but one I wish had been handled differently. The food had a few quality issues that are not acceptable for a restaurant at this price point. Some items were absolute smashed (the intro popcorn, the crab toast, and the chocolate dessert were massive standouts). Some things critically missed the mark. The meatball special came cold with congealed cheese inside. The lamb was tough, fatty, and poorly executed overall. The halibut special was $70 and came with a cold and broken sauce. Some of the sides also missed the mark. For a fine dining establishment, these issues did negatively impact the experience pretty significantly--especially for a meal that came in over $500. Would I come back here? Absolutely. Is it one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh? For sure. But is it worth the price point? Probably not. With a few fixes, I would definitely give five stars. read more

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To comment on the food, I feel would be to discount the view. To comment on the view, would discount the environment and stellar service. It is literally impossible to go wrong here. Everything from the menu, to the house drinks, to the timing and food quality is just off the charts! The reverse psychology drink is velvety, and not sweet, but no alcohol burn. From there, the meatballs, the crab toast, and then a well crafted crust on an expertly cooked ribeye. It literally doesn't get better for a night. Staff and timing were pleasant and impeccable. You want an insane view while you have a fantastic meal? Go here. Eat. Gawk. Smile! read more

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Since my adult daughter and I have birthdays that are less than 2 weeks apart, we did a combo celebration with my husband at Altius. Amazing! We got a window seat with stunning views (despite the wildfire smog). Jacob was an exceptional waiter, and a lot of fun. Yes, this place is pricey, but the experience, the view, the service and all the courses made it a very worthwhile evening. Our dinner started with Old Bay popcorn - stealing that idea! Yummy. An amuse-bouche was a delightful surprise, with a strawberry filling and a piece of crispy prosciutto on top. We then received homemade focaccia and a rye seasoned with turmeric, along with herb butter and sun-dried tomato jam. We ordered the charcuterie, and we felt it was a good value for the price. Generous selection. For entrees, hubby had the special - 16 oz ribeye, served with roasted garlic, sliced fried potatoes and veggies. I had the scallops special, which was served with 3 jumbo shrimp, seasoned rice and a salad on top. Our daughter had the salmon - menu description as follows: *ŌraKing Salmon - honey urfa pepper glaze, Meyer lemon, asparagus, blue crab mascarpone risotto, broccolini, rhubarb strawberry butter. We all loved our entree choices! For our birthdays, they brought us two chocolate mousse desserts in a pastry cup on happy birthday plates. Sweet gesture. We shared two other desserts - the Silken Smore and Crème Brûlée. Stunning and delicious desserts. They even sent us home with a little treat in individual bags - had a cornbread-like texture with an apricot filling. Overall, an exceptional evening! It is expensive, but perfect for a special occasion. read more

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Need to know: outside is truly unassuming it's next to the ww1monument after the gate and lift if you're facing the monument and lift it's to the left. Parking is on the street or parking lot across the street for $12. I can't recommend this place enough. The service was incredible and they made each table feel truly catered to. SHOUT OUT TO ANGIE!!!! Our server was just the absolute best. She went over everything thoroughly and was very attentive. The manager came and checked on each table throughout the night and nothing took too long to come out of the kitchen. Throughout the dinner the kitchen gave little food gifts to enjoy which made us feel special haha. The food was SPECTACULAR! The chef truly knows what she is doing and the rich flavor was present in EVERYTHING that came out. The atmosphere was elevated and enjoyable. They made great choices with regards to lighting, and maximizing the windows and their effect! The whole dinner was truly a fine dining EXPERIENCE. Every person I saw walking out had a big smile on their faces. Everyone enjoyed themselves and I don't think one person felt that they gave more than they received here. The price is worth it, trust me. It was the absolute highlight to our trip. We ordered: the spicy crab bisque, Australian lamb rack with a side of chimi churri, filet mignon with a side of crab, nutty by nature, chai icecream, and banana dessert. For drinks we ordered: summer sangria, the non alcoholic fresh-start, and rose prosecco. After dinner drinks we ordered espresso and decaf cappuccino. Everything was spectacular! Only constructive criticisms: the biscotti served with our cappuccino/espresso wasn't so great/enjoyable. The spicy bisque was a little too spicy for me but the flavors otherwise were incredible! Personal opinion: I found the graffiti art to be misplaced it didn't flow with the rest of the ambiance or decor...Though still a nice piece. read more

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I think this is my favorite fancy restaurant in Pittsburgh! I like how they give you a little snack before your meal. It used to be an olive thing, and most recently it's popcorn. There's a nice view, and you can dress up to dine here. The dessert is beautiful (pictured). read more

Altius - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Altius stays as one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. The ambiance and service are top notch always, my favorite thing on the menu is the crab toast. I will say that their menu is more limited, and you have to be in the mood for the type of food that is on that smaller menu. read more

Altius - Chilean sea bass - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

​I came by for dinner with my family recently. They have a dress code for "business casual", but it's never really clear what that means nowadays, so when in doubt -- maybe you can call them to ask? Judging by our attire and what some other parties were wearing, it seems reasonably flexible. Overall, the food was not bad, but not super good either. We tried a few of their appetisers - the chilled oysters and some meatballs (one of the specials of the day). The meatballs were a little bland but I liked the cheesy fillings they had. Also, we ordered the caesar salad, which was a bit disappointing. The leaves were soggy and didn't have much flavour to them. I had the filet mignon as my main course. The steak was very tender and juicy, but definitely much saltier than I expected. It was a bit too heavy to enjoy by the end of the dish. The sides of purple mashed potatoes and carrots were decent (and I think complemented the steak nicely). Other than that, we tried the duck breast, and two of their daily specials - a ribeye dish and a seafood platter. For dessert we tried the Reaching Green, which was interesting in the juxtaposition of really disparate ingredients like sponge cake, pear slices, and sesame brittle. The presentation was stellar, I'll give it that. But the overall flavour profile came across as disjointed and unorganised. Generally everything was fine-ish?, but nothing in particular stood out, and it just didn't seem like the high price point here was merited. I think you're largely paying for the admittedly quite amazing view from the restaurant. The service was lovely nonetheless -- our server was friendly and helpful with suggestions for food and drink, and the casually elegant interior was a nice environment to dine in. However, I fear that I wasn't too impressed with the food itself and probably wouldn't opt to come back. read more

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Altius is an excellent fine dining experience in Pittsburgh. Wonderful service, delicious food, and an amazing view. I have come here for dinner several times and it was excellent. It is in the more expensive side, but they do give you a great experience. In terms of recommendations, I find their steaks to be better than their fish dishes. read more

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Date of visit: 10/11/2025 @ 7:30pm Bottom line up front: Amazing experience in terms of service (i.e., Giovanni), ambience, and food Made a last-minute decision to ride up the Duquesne Incline with my wife and son on this Saturday afternoon over Parents' Weekend at Duquesne University. There was also a Steeler's game the following day so we had no expectations to be seated without reservations. We were greeted immediately upon entering and politely informed that the first table would not be available until 9:45pm, but we were welcome to sit at the bar with access to the full dinner menu. We were lucky enough to find three open seats at one of the bar tables - each of which sits six adults comfortably. Our party was seated within 60 seconds of walking in the door and our waiter, Giovanni, greeted us mere seconds later. Giovanni absolutely made our experience. This is not meant to imply the food was anything less than amazing. The food was out of this world, but the level of service provided by Giovanni put this place over the top. Giovanni was personable, charismatic, and kind. He recommended several dishes for my wife to consider demonstrating a comprehensive knowledge of the menu and the chef's strengths. Our water glasses were never empty. We never had to wait to order another drink or get his attention. And we never felt as if he was hovering over or pestering us. The service was up there with the best we have ever experienced - no exaggeration. We will always remember our dinner at Altius because of Giovanni. As for the food... The complimentary popcorn was addictive with the perfect blend of pepper flavor. We had Giovanni cut us off after destroying four baskets/servings with drinks and appetizers. My only regret is forgetting to ask Giovanni the specific name of the spice/pepper mix they use to make it. The meatball appetizer was delicious. We ordered it based on Giovanni's recommendation. I ordered the filet prepared medium rare. It was cooked perfectly. Giovanni suggested that I substitute something else in place of the truffled purple potato puree when he heard my wife mention that I do not like the taste of truffles. No fuss, push back, or hesitation which, as someone who is a very picky eater, was greatly appreciated. I chose the pommes frites which were superior. They were crunchy, but soft with the perfect amount of salt and flavor. Best I ever had. It was a busy weekend with tons of walking so my memory of what other foods/drinks we had that evening is incomplete. I am certain the drinks (Old Fashioned or Boulevardier) were mixed perfectly with generous pours, and that my wife and son thoroughly enjoyed their choices. And we all appreciated the spectacular view provided by the immense, clear windows looking out over the city - something I was looking forward to when we selected Altius as our destination. The view, by the way, is amazing from almost every table in the place. We loved this place and will definitely return, but this time we will plan ahead and make reservations. We also plan on requesting to be seated in Giovanni's section. read more

Altius - The Duquesne Incline - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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All of the food and service was great!!! The fried pierogies were the best I've ever had, unfortunately I don't have a picture. read more

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Overall was disappointed. Hype without substance. Of course the Pittsburgh skyline view is spectacular; with the Duquesne Incline as an extra treat. The service was good but at this price point the waiter should not need to be reminded to bring things. He also had us questioning if he knew we were still there he'd disappear for so long. The restaurant tries way too hard to be upscale with attempts to be showy and memorable albeit failed. In their efforts to be fancy, they try serving dishes simultaneously but it was clunky and each course came out at a glacial pace. Moreover, it was haphazard as to what was worth the wait. Meatball appetizer was exceptional; yet the filet mignon was cooked incorrectly, cold and wasn't melt in your mouth delicious. The scallops were awesome yet everything else wasn't worth coming back for. Truly let down by the experience and would never consider returning. Just visit the Incline or Mt Lebanon vistas to appreciate view. There are other establishments up here that will always deliver delicious food, as well as, the view. Recommend Valet ($9) or Uber. read more

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Stopped at Altius this afternoon to have a few drinks. We sat at the bar and Pete was our bartender. He was very informative and made me a drink I haven't had since I was at Pebble Beach a couple of years ago..it was a great Pimm's Cup with fresh mint and cucumber..I'm looking forward to the next one when we are in the Burg...thanks for the nice afternoon! Tony D read more

I've been here several times and have always been satisfied, but my most recent experience was transcendent. Food in terms of quality and portions were better than I ever remember. Strong cocktail program. And a huge shout out to our waiter, Tom, who was perfectly attentive, knowledgeable and fun! read more

Altius - Pork Chop - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Food is always amazing. The service is top tier and the view while eating is beautiful. read more

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I got the salmon, which was great (5/5)! The hummus was an excellent addition to the dish, and it was beautifully presented! They also gave us free popcorn, mini cones with a salmon cream in them, and brownies, all of which were good and a nice touch (4/5). The popcorn made it a unique experience since it is definite to out of the ordinary to have it at a fine dining restaurant. The service was good (4/5), and the staff were quite knowledgeable about the menu. The view of Pittsburgh is incredible, and the restaurant fully takes advantage of it, making this a top fine dining choice in Pittsburgh (5/5). read more

Altius - Ora King Salmon - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My out of town guests excitedly made reservations for a window table 2 months in advance. Upon arrival the four of us were taken to an aisle small drop leaf table NOT on the window. Part of the drop leaf was down so very small for 4 of us and difficult to get into. Each ordered something different for dinner and I ordered salmon. it was full of bones that I had to pick out. The entire dinner was disappointing. I cannot recommend Altius for anything but the view. Walk along Mt. Washington to enjoy the view and skip the dinner at Altius. Food is 1 1/2 star, Service is 3 star, Ambiance is 2 star only because they are trying to utilize every inch of space instead of trying to be upscale dining. read more

I have been wanting to go here for years, and it was truly worth the wait! Genuinely the most incredible meal I've had. The menu was not overwhelming with options, but overwhelming in the sense that everything looked good and I wished I could order the whole menu. We started with the bread and butter/sun dried tomato combo, steak tartare, then I got the chilean sea bass, and my boyfriend got the tomahawk pork chop. The soup taster in between meals was incredible, I hope they add it to their menu in the fall. Our service was great, we were checked on multiple times throughout the night to ensure we were having a wonderful dining experience. The restaurant itself was gorgeous, plenty of light with wonderful views. I can't wait for my next visit read more

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This spot is touted as one of the best restaurants in the city for a reason! The views of the city are incredible and the service is amazing. The staff is super attentive and sweet. Incredible service. The wine selection was really nice, we liked the bottle we picked a lot. The food was good but not mind blowing. I really liked my sea bass but my party's food was only ok. The duck and salmon were ordered to be medium rare but came out medium. I liked the tomahawk pork since it was tender but flavor wise it was only ok. I like the amuse bouche they give you in the beginning, it was this beautiful mushroom soup. There's a lot of little surprises that are cute but ultimately distract from how normal the food is compared to the price. You get a flavored popcorn at the beginning. The bread you get in the beginning didn't have a lot of flavor. The small dessert they give you at the end tasted like it came from a box. Definitely nice to experience it once but I probably won't be back again, sadly. read more

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For our first night visiting Pittsburgh, we made a reservation at Altius based on a recommendation, and I'm so glad we did. We rode the incline up and enjoyed the view from the upstairs dining room. Our server, Tom, was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, and all of the food was incredible. So glad we took his recommendations on the crab toast and pork chop. Loved the amuse bouche and complimentary raspberry shortbreads on the way out. Would absolutely come back! read more

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What a nice atmosphere for any occasion with an amazing view of the city. Street parking is tough to find; through there is a paid lot and valet. Reservations are highly recommended and dress is business attire. To start, we were given season popcorn which was a nice touch. Then we were brought freshly baked focaccia bread with a light crunch on the outside and airy on the inside. The roasted beet salad was so fresh and all of the flavors highlighted each other. The gnocchi was not doughy or heavy and the seafood was perfectly cooked and tender. The homemade ice cream and sorbets are worth saving room to eat as a nice finish to an amazing meal and experience. I will definitely be back! read more

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I'm always impressed here! From the food, to the service to the view, everything is top notch. We went and shared a few appetizers, entrees and drinks. The appetizers were so fresh and used seasonal ingredients. The duck entree was perfectly cooked and flavorful. The nightly special of the halibut was fresh, and so buttery. Their desserts are works of art, and taste delicious. We always have exceptional service here. Definitely a treat your self kind of place but most definitely worth the price! read more

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We stopped by for dinner last night at Altius in mt Washington area of Pittsburgh. High above in mt Washington w great views of the 3 rivers meeting n Pittsburgh skyline. Nice modern upscale restaurant friendly welcoming staff . A lil Pricey. We were seated upstairs by the window w great nite views of Pittsburgh. We had a very friendly knowledgeable waitress They served us complimentary pop corn w chive flavor. Oh my wax so good. And the focaccia w lemon butter n roasted red pepper. Was warm n nice. Also they had a complimentary tiny scone w salmon concoction that was really tasty, We settled on the charcuterie. Bro buns w duck confetti, lobster bisque n kale salad. The charcuterie had 3 diff types of cheese? 3 diff types of cured meat honey 2 crackers n pita bread. Generous portion for 3 people. The bao buns were good too . The lobster buns squeezed delicious but the portion was small. The kale salad was v refreshing w nuts cranberries blu cheese n pumpkin pieces . Had a tasty dressing. For entrees had the seafood special w shrimp scallops crab meat n a risotto . Omg it was pricey but out of this world. The Chilean sea bass tasted good too . The tomahawk pork chop was humongous - good for 2 n cans w purple potato puree . That was delicious n cooked well. Not much room left in tummy n we Seattlled for the apple crisp desert w ice cream. Just enough to satisfy that sweet tooth. Since our son is leaving Pittsburgh they gave us a complimentary chocolate mousse that was so delicious. Thank you for a great meal, views n service. We sure will come back again when in the area. read more

I love this place. Been twice for my birthday and it has only gotten better. Coming a little before your reservation to get a drink at the bar is recommended to extend your view time of the Pittsburgh skyline. The bacon cheddar pierogies are so amazing I wish I could've gotten them as a meal on their own. The mozzarella meatballs were unique and delicious. Everything on the table was incredibly flavorful, and I love that they give you free appetizers like the popcorn and bread (my favorite). Service was great, and everything came out at perfect times. We definitely ordered too much to eat, but leftovers were just as good as the night before. read more

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Come for the view and stay for the food. Came here with some friends for a good non stressful time. 1) Place is excellent. Extremely fancy, welcoming, and clean. 2) The views are worth the price. Bring your big wallet. 3) The food is excellent! Every dish was great! This place is a perfect place to bring friends, colleagues, and that special someone in your life. It is expensive but don't let that scare you. Great place! Great food! Excellent service! Amazing city view. Love it! read more

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Best views of Pittsburgh & I get to ride a tram to it? Yes, please! Altius in Pittsburg is a must visit restaurant but get a reservation. It offers some of the best views of the city. While enjoying dinner, the city works below you. It's a stunning backdrop for dinner. I had a wonderful evening, enhanced by the super attentive staff who made sure every detail was perfect. I decided to play chef and customized their burrata salad by adding shrimp and a scallop. What a total power play. Loved it! read more

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The food was amazing it all tasted delicious, I had the filet mignon and it was the best steak I have ever had! I also had vanilla ice cream for dessert it was homemade and it was out of this world! The service was amazing we started off to eat sitting away from the window but when it was time for dessert they moved us by the window for the view, so kind! read more

Altius - This is the vanilla ice cream it tastes like heaven. - New American Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Location Food quality Food options Staff The view is amazing! A modern atmosphere with a classic view read more

With a view you melt over, this fabulous restaurant is one of a kind. The drinks- fabulous. The meals- hand crafted and well worth the price. We had a table next to the window to see the breath taking city of Pittsburgh at night. Magical. They have valet so you don't have to find parking yourself. If I lived closer I'd frequent this establishment just for the atmosphere. Check it out and see for yourself. read more

If I could give more than five stars, I would. This restaurant had some of the best food we've ever had and most amazing service. The views are obviously great, but the restaurant itself is truly exquisite. Our server was so knowledgeable on everything, and really made us feel special. A lot of the food is such high-quality and flown in from other areas to really take the menu to the next level. read more

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This was my first time dining at this restaurant--I decided to give it a try after reading reviews from other foodies. It truly is a fascinating place with excellent service. The food itself is incredibly exquisite; it's not only delicious to eat but also a feast for the eyes! (LOL) read more

Very elegant and romantic restaurant. Food and service were amazing! Be sure to ask for a window table when making reservations for a spectacular city view of downtown Pittsburgh skyline, the three rivers and the North Shore! Highly recommend! read more

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