We went here early last month and it was pretty good. They have some fun and interesting cocktails. We started with the steak tartare, french fries, and miso pickled egg. The steak tartare was good - the egg yolk on top was a nice touch. The miso pickled egg was slightly sweet from the miso and really good. The french fries were long and crispy. We then split the bangs island mussels and ordered some sides of kimchi, beets, and cucumber salad. The mussels were in a curry broth that was very tasty. Some of mussels themselves had a zoo-like flavor, which was less than desirable. The vegetable sides were awesome. I liked being able to customize them. We'll probably be back sometime, and I'll probably get a cheeseburger. read more

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I like it. I like it a lot!! If you're there for dinner, go to the left. Just the bar? Go to the right. It's a pretty large restaurant on a casual corner in Oakland. Easy to get to but be mindful of street parking. I loved the ambience. Like every other cutesy spot in Pittsburgh, it's casual but cool. Fun decor with an upscale diner feeling. We were seated right away with a reservation. Service was awesome. Everyone was helpful, friendly enough - they didn't come off as fake or phoney- they seemed genuinely nice. I love that kind of service. My drink, Purple Nurple, what a hilarious name, was delicious and strong. Just how I like it!! I only needed 1 on an empty stomach. The fried pickles were great but the fried coating didn't stick so it was a little messy. Our food was tasty. The menu isn't huge so check it before you go. We loved the vinegar pie because what even is a vinegar pie?!?! Well, it was super yum. This is such a cute little local spot that seems to be super reliable for a fun Friday night out ;) Enjoy! read more

I'm really not sure what happened here but other than the staff, this experience was not great. My friend and I ordered the fried pickles which were delicious & set the night up for success. Sadly both of our burgers tasted very off. Not sure if it's the way the meat is cooked or the spices but neither of us were able to eat our burgers. The fries were great & the staff were very kind to take the burgers off the bill but I probably would never go back. The vibes of the restaurant felt a little misplaced for the menu & the menu itself was limited with a little bit of an odd selection. read more

Came here with 4 friends for a birthday. They have expanded the restaurant so it covers the old Legume space as well. We sat in a booth in the back and decided to split a few appetizers and burgers so we could all try a bit of everything. We also had vegetarians and gluten free in our group and they were able to generally accommodate (although they do not have gluten free bun options, that would be a welcome addition)! We got a delicious ricotta toast that seems to be rotating on the menu. Pierogies which were great and big, we did not add any toppings, just standard. A salad that was big and had a delicious dressing, great to cut through all the other heavy options we chose. 2 orders of fries, shoestring and SO good. We got 2 burgers, the veggie burger and the fancy burger. I'm not a vegetarian, but honestly loved the veggie burger even more than the fancy meat burger! The fancy was still good, but to make a great veggie takes extra skill in my opinion, so I really appreciated the care they put into it. We also got the ice cream, vinegar pie and chocolate cake. The desserts were good, but on the rich side for me. Sometimes I feel like places go a little overboard on the sweetness and miss the balance of a good dessert. Just my style though, so would still say they are good. Our service was strange, drinks took a while, but it wasn't bad enough to dock a star. read more

I finally made it to butter joint after hearing many compliments that they had the best burger in town ! I must say it was delicious! On Mondays they have $7 martinis! read more

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Cool spot. Our food was great, especially the burger. Felt the prices were a bit high for what we got, but we'd absolutely go back so that says something. If you need somewhere to eat around Oakland, I'd say this would be a top pick. read more

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3.5 stars. Enjoyable! A bit overpriced ($18 for a burger for lunch and $15-20 cocktails in Pittsburgh is a lot) but overall it was good and we were excited to try a new spot. Very large space for the amount of diners though. Our waiter was kind. read more

Cute spot, great staff. Food is tasty, esp the aioli! I feel pricing could be a bit better on some items.

The well-crafted and unique menu and cocktail list at Butterjoint doesn't disappoint, as each item served is perfectly executed. The cocktails including the Purple Nurple mezcal drink and a "Mercy of the Bartender" (bartender's choice), which turned out to be a great gin drink, were both excellent. The raclette was amazing and I would consider a must-order. Finding stinging nettle soup on the menu was a real treat and didn't disappoint. The pierogies are always top notch. A dining companion proclaimed the Butterjoint burger to the best burger in town. I'd describe the decor is semi-rustic urban that proves to be both comfortable and provide a fun vibe. Our server was knowledgeable, attentive and on-point. read more

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Went there for the first time .Food was delicious. Everything made from scratch. Service was good. Nice vibe to the place. Would go back there again read more

Disappointed! I wanted to check out butterjoint for months now. Finally, we got here on a Sat night. I'll get straight to the point: the food is not appetizing. We ordered fried pickles for starter and mocktails made of apple cider. The mocktails tasted great and were refreshing! The fried pickles on the other hand were too oily/buttery that we couldn't savor the taste. I ordered the fancy veggie burger and my friend got the pumpkin soup and salad. I just couldn't eat the burger as the patty tasted bland and Chile relleno didn't help. I just didn't feel like eating anymore fried stuff and sent it back. My friend really enjoyed her soup and said it tasted great. For desserts, we shared the chocolate truffle cake with whipped cream and it tasted delicious!! Most likely, I would not return here after experiencing mediocre food and slow service. read more

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The food at Butterjoint was excellent. The appetizer and both entrees we ordered were top notch. I also felt the pricing was very reasonable for the quality and portion size. The service was the least impressive part of our dinner. It wasn't poor service, but our waiter wasn't particularly attentive. I ordered 2 beers throughout our meal and both took around 10 minutes to come out, which seemed a bit long. The ambiance of the restaurant was very nice and exceeded my expectations. It struck a nice balance between upscale and hole-in-the-wall feel. Overall, I look forward to going back and exploring more of their menu. read more

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This is a very good restaurant for many reasons! 1. Accommodated large groups 2. Great menu- check out the local beer 3. Elements of fine dining Recommendations: Chickpea Panisse Kale salad Butter joint burger. read more

Had an amazing dinner here! Fun atmosphere and very fast service. I got the butterjoint burger, which was fantastic. My friend got the Jamaican pulled goat and said "five stars". Definitely wish I lived in Pittsburgh and could come here often! read more

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This restaurant is so cool and should be SO MUCH BETTER. Their menu is interesting, but the execution is unremarkable...and the service is remarkable in the wrong way. Each time I've been there the servers seem unprepared for their shifts. Most recently, one a not very busy Saturday, the service was just poor. The server would forget things more than once then disappear for a long time. Then, the manager would come by to see how we were doing and was super busy trying to fix stuff for the bad server. When the experience is like that, the food tastes less good and doesn't make us want to return. If they had a few ass-kicker servers who loved what they do and the kitchen were on, this could be a five star, unique place. read more

Had a very yummy dinner at Butterjoint the other night with a group of friends, and the food and drinks were great! The ambiance is interesting, there are two halves of the restaurant space, one that's more open with booths and tables and is oddly quiet, but the other side is the bar side and it seemed much more animated. We were seated on the open side and it was still very nice! I had a dirty martini and it was very tasty and strong. Two friends tried the bartender's choice for Tiki Tuesday and they each got a unique drink with tropical flavors. I elected to try the pierogies with kielbasa, and I asked for a substitution for the beets, which was obliged with cucumber salad (perfect change for me). I also tried the side of french fries. All the food was delicious, the pierogies in particular were amazing - some of the best I've had. The kielbasa was so smoky and snappy and a perfect compliment. The fries were salty and perfect, and though I didn't finish them, they reheated well the next day from home! I took some vinegar pie home with me because I was too full to enjoy it there, and I miss Pie for Breakfast SO MUCH. The pie was wonderful, just as I remembered. All in all, I'd come back in a heartbeat for pierogies or fries (or their famous "fancy burger") and try to sit in the bar! read more

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An okay spot in Oakland. Was told they have the best burger in Pittsburgh and finally made it here today. I had no problem finding some street parking nearby. Reservation was made with Open Table. Restaurant space is nice, it was pretty busy tonight. Staff was friendly, service was just okay. Their menu is somewhat limited. I knew I was going to get the burger but beyond that nothing really looked good to me. I didn't like that they use chicken thighs for all the chicken dishes. We started with their "Lumps" aka bread rolls which were fantastic, I really liked the apple butter. The fried pickles were not great, some of the pickle spears were so measly. I thought the burger was fine, definitely not the best in Pittsburgh though. Someone I was with got the burger as well and hated it, said too well done and bun was stale. At $21 (after adding bacon), it's definitely overpriced. Everything seems a bit pricy here, didn't help that we were also charged $3.50 for a coffee that we didn't order or get (didn't catch that until we left). Make sure to check your receipts. Glad I checked it out but will probably not go back. read more

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The ambiance is dark and charming, with rodent skeletons wearing mini cowboy hats on the walls. The corner table we visited was set up for 6, although the chairs were noticeably lower than the bench seats. It did not seem like the tables and chairs were the right accompaniment to the benches. For those who are thinking of meeting here for a first date, you can plan on talking about the decor and odd seating arrangements for a few minutes before moving on to more interesting topics. Our party ordered a range of apps and entrees, with the stand out being the revered cassoulet. My omnivorous friend gave it high praise and will order it again when it comes into season next year. Buyer be ware: the dish takes 40 minutes to prepare. I thought the chickpea panisse appetizer was ok--the sauce carried the nuggets, which were bland on their own and a bit too squishy for my taste. I really enjoyed my house salad (no cheese) with a house-made quinoa burger on top. My plus-one, however, got the veggie burger (no cheese) as an entree and found it to be dry. We were both glad to learn that you could request the tallow fries to be prepared in a plant based oil--the fries were great that way. The rest of the vegan options made it clear that plant-forward dishes are not Butterjoint's strong suit. I wouldn't recommend this for a vegan night out in Pittsburgh, but they have enough options that you can make do if you find yourself there in a pinch. read more

Fries had putrid scent and were served cold, tasted stale. Sidevsalad should be an option. Leek asparagus soup served cold, would have preferred to know it was gaspacho style in the description and not worth 12 bucks. read more

Love this place!! The ambiance, especially in the bar area, is cozy, eclectic, and warm. The food is fantastic, home made buns on burgers and sandwiches (the veggie burger is addictive, especially with the garlic aioli). I brought a small group in for my birthday and we all had a great time. Everyone's food was delicious, so we kept ordering more food, hard to go wrong with anything on the menu! Bartenders and servers are great, they have a fun cocktail menu and a great selection of liquor and wine. Would definitely recommend! read more

Burgers were well done when asked for medium rare and wine recommendations way off. No wonder it was empty. read more

Nothing too impressive besides the beef tartare! The dish was well prepared and seasoned for a nice appetizer. I would highly recommend the tartare with a nice cocktail. The place is definitely more fancy of a burger joint. The food was good. We ordered the fancy burger and cheeseburger. Tip if you like sunny-side up egg they did add those for us. They cook the burger to your liking as well. I am not impressed for the price I had to pay for a burger. I dont know if I could say it was very normal. Recommend this place for the drinks, ambience and appetizer!! The drinks are great!! read more

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A friend recommended this place to me years ago, and I finally tried it for the first time after all this time being in Oakland. And what a pleasant surprise! I 100% trust the person that recommended it, but to be honest, I didn't think a place like this existed in Oakland... Via the Yelp app, I added our party of 2 to the waitlist. Also, to my surprise, there were about four parties ahead of us with a wait time of about 35 minutes. So this place must be good, right? We arrived earlier than scheduled, checked in, and they allowed us to start a tab at the bar while we waited. The space is pretty tight. There are about 4-6 tables along the wall as soon as you walk in, a bar, and then about 6 tables at the back of the slender space. We had to continue to move out the way of the servers and other patrons as we stood waiting with our drinks. I ordered the New York Sour which features bourbon and it was excellent. I drank it a little too quickly it was good lol. My friend ordered the Doctor Bird featuring rum which I later tried. Both $12 drinks. One thing was for sure, the fries had to be good. The number of fry cones that passed us was crazy. And the chocolate truffle cake, a few of those had passed us as well. Finally, we were seated. Our server was awesome, totally chill and positive despite the busyness. I ordered the Tallow Fries with aioli sauce. Fun fact: aioli sauce is a combination of olive oil and garlic sauce. I never knew that until yesterday. We also ordered the Pork Pate which I thought was interesting. Not something I would normally try so I was happy to dive into something different. As previously mentioned, I tried the Doctor Bird which was delicious but I still liked my New York Sour much better. My friend and I both ordered burgers. I would have liked my burger a little more done for 'well done' nonetheless the flavor was still great. Fresh lettuce and buttercup cheese to accompany it. And more fries with aioli! I might have become slightly obsessed yesterday. To end the night, I ordered the Chocolate Truffle Cake because I had seen it too many times not to and my friend ordered the Root Beer Float. The cake is super rich and moist. You can't eat it too quickly and the whipped cream is super helpful with this. You also might want to share it; I didn't but you know there's always next time. Overall, this place is super chill with a degree of upscale-ness. I can't wait to bring more friends here especially for happy hour. This was a last-minute adventure (sometimes the best kind), but next time I will be sure to plan ahead and get us on that waitlist sooner! 10/10 recommend. read more

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Butterjoint was our first dine-in experience since Covid. The old space for Legume is where they are sitting reservations. I loved the atmosphere. On this night, they were playing an 80s mix of punk and post punk, which was the exactly right vibe for their outstanding food. The cocktails were fantastic. They were also serving local brews. We started with the raclette and the fried sauerkraut balls. The raclette was oozy, cheesy goodness served with hot, crusty bread and cornichions. So good! The sauerkraut balls were perfection--crispy, hot and tender on the inside, slightly sour, with a modestly sweet vinegar dipping sauce. The fancy burger was slightly over cooked (I ordered it medium rare), but it was delicious, moist, and well-balanced with a slight aged funk (I'm not sure if they grind their own, but I wouldn't be surprised). The fries were extraordinary, served with a garlic aioli. The service was a little slow, but that's forgivable since the place is getting used to dine-in service again. We are definitely coming back! read more

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Just came for drinks and dessert and this place did not disappoint! We ordered the Pb and J old fashioned and the cream soda old fashioned and both were fantastic! The basque cheesecake is a must try! Solid place! read more

Went late night to the bar before the kitchen closed. The bartenders were nice enough and semi-attentive, though it took a while to fill our waters and it wasn't very busy. The drinks were nothing special. We got falafel, fries, and some type of cheese bread. The falafel was well made, but wish it came with some type of greens other than a few pieces of cucumber. The other two were a bit underwhelming. As for the place itself, the bar was nice enough, wish there were more high tops. It was a bit weird how the restaurant and bar are completely divided and it's a very large space for the small menu they have read more

Butterjoint is the cool, hip, and more casual side of Legume. The menu is a little simpler (pro tip- you can order off the legume menu if you want). I came on a weeknight and had to wait for about 15 mins to be seated. It's not a huge space so it gets full fast, but they served us drinks as we waited so that was nice. I had the fancy burger and it was delicious. It came branded "fancy," which I just thought was so cool. The cocktails are also delicious and many are made with local spirits. I had a coconut fruity concoction made with Maggie's Rum Farm rum and it was great. Two small critiques, the drinks are pretty pricey, especially for Oakland. I think my cocktail was $12 or $14. Also, they were a little scattered on the wait list and didn't take our name initially. In a small popular space, it's important to be on top of this. People get cranky as they wait and especially if they get "cut" in the line. Overall I had a nice time and I'd recommend Butterjoint for a low key dinner or drinks spot. read more

Sooo good. Loved the pierogies, house made sausage was delicious, and Jamaican pulled goat was tender and so well seasoned. Thank you to our server who had such good energy and enjoyed us (even though we are Orioles fans). read more

Used to love Legume, getting used to Butterjoint. The service is great, just like it used to be. I do miss some of the more upscale dishes on their menu. Last night we started with the raclette (always yummy) and the wings (a little disappointing to order stuffed chicken wings, get a plate of four wings and only two of them are stuffed - tasty regardless) and the miso egg, which honestly did not taste of miso at all. Husband had the fancy chicken sandwich, which he loved. I had the fish and chips, the fish was cooked beautifully, the batter was kind of under seasoned but it was good with the vinegar. Enough yummy fries to share. I get the concept of showing abundance in plating but a huge piece of fish covering the entire plate of fries and cole slaw served with a teeny paper cup of tartar sauce is kind of awkward to eat. Desserts as always were delicious. A solid five on service and a three and a half for the food makes Butterjoint a four star experience overall for me. read more

It was my first official night in Pittsburgh, moving here the day before. My son is an aspiring chef, working their kitchen as a cook. I cozyed up to the bar and ordered their Fancy Burger. 8 oz beef, Gruyere, bacon, glass onion jam, lettuce, sour dill pickles, and shoestring fries. It was quite delicious, perfectly cooked. Fries were outstanding. I hardly used the ketchup and mayonnaise included on my plate. I learned later that EVERYTHING is made in-house, even the mayonnaise. On my next visit, I'll choose the dining area for the full experience. read more

Excellent veggie burgers and fries and good service. The wait staff was very nice and helpful. We were able to eat outside which was a plus. read more

My favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh! This place is quirky and has amazing food and cocktails. My personal favorite are the fries dipped in aioli - yum! When you step in, you may feel like you're at an old school family type place, but it's trendy all at the same time. I love the vibe, which attracts all sorts of people. Cocktails are always incredible and rotate constantly. I am picky but this place truly deserves a 5/5! read more

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The food is absolutely awesome. Such a unique menu that changes throughout the seasons. One of the best burger and fries that I've ever had. Always such an adventurous drink menu too. Service is always top notch!! read more

Burger was fantastic. Service was great. Nice spot for lunch and would definitely come back when I am in the area for business again.

Great spot for a slightly fancier happy hour in north Oakland! They have great drink specials and their pierogies are delicious! It is fairly small inside so be sure to get there a little before 4:30 if you want to grab a table (there was already a line formed outside before they opened the doors at 4:30). Only negative is they are not so accommodating for larger groups so it might be best for groups of 2-3. Our waiter was pretty rude when we asked him if we could combine two tables and he said they didn't have any extra chairs but later brought out a chair for the group next to us. read more

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Decent food, but our server kept forgetting about our table and didn't bring a soda we ordered until they were reminded three times and we were basically done eating. read more

This is such a cozy environment! Great place to go with a close group of friend to catch up over some drinks and good food! They have a great bar that can make anything, I always get a dirty martini here! The spicy ranch that comes with the crispy fried pickles is scrumptious! The raclette is the best app if you're a cheese person! It's just melted cheese with focaccia and is to die for! The burger is a staple and never disappoints! The wait staff is so knowledgeable and makes the best recommendations if you don't know what to order. They also make you feel really relaxed and able to enjoy your meal, never rushing you along. read more

Absolutely, positively go to ButterJoint! We had never been and were coming to Pittsburgh with a big group for a family event. We booked a table for 16. We had the most incredible time! Tim, Sandy and the entire staff went above and beyond to ensure we had an exceptional experience. The food, the wine, the service were all top-notch. This is a staff that loves their work and they treated us like family from the moment we arrived. It was clear that this would be a meal to remember. There is no question that we will be returning every time we go to Pittsburgh. Make a reservation and GO! And, in case you're looking in the menu and are on the fence, get the sauerkraut balls - unbelievable! read more

Super cute ambiance! And it's possible to order great beer for $4. Just be careful reading the prices and you can get some ok priced items. I was a little worried this was gonna be a fantsy pantsy place based on reviews, but it's just a cool hipster vibe. No need to whip out your black tie wear. Service is really friendly and nice, no pressure to do anything more than have a good time. Really cute place. Came here to read a little and have a beer or two, and that's exactly what I did. I will be back! read more

I have heard raved reviews about the Butterjoint. So it was just ok to me... it definitely gave me hipster vibes which is totally fine. I guess from the outside it seems fancier. I called the fish sandwich which I kept called a whale of a cod... a little Pittsburgh humor. I just couldn't bring myself to getting the $20 dollar perogies... my inner yinzer wouldn't let me do it. Overall, I had great company with a friend. I'm happy I tried the restaurant out. But it was just ok... read more