AMAZING PLACE !!! Food and drink were wonderful. Vibe was relaxing and enjoyable. If you love Jazz Music, food, and a GREAT VIBE, this is the place. I would recommend this . Service was great. They were attentive even though it was SUPER packed !! I would come again read more

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Well, I hate to soil the reviews here but my visit was riddled with issues. And I'm being very fair. My main takeaway is there is just too much going on that even with a full staff it seemed like everyone was running around and could never get caught up leaving some tables (like us) feeling neglected. A restaurant / bar / jazz bar - leaves me feeling that three's a crowd and they need to pick two - maybe more so a jazz bar with a limited menu. But what do I know? Came here for New Years Eve- had a seating at 9PM. We walked in and were sat quickly. We were taken by a waitress who was nice but again seemed that even she wasn't really sure how to handle tables. The menu didn't have any prices on it and when we called to get a seating. The only prices I saw were beer and drinks $5 for a lite, $10 for specialty drinks - perfectly good so I had a good feeling of what we were looking at. There was a set menu. Perfectly fine. Online for every course of the menu there were two options to choose from. As someone who hates oysters there was a vegan option that sounded good. Steak was fine and salad etc. However when we got there the menu had changed to either ALL REGULAR or ALL VEGAN : no mixing and matching. I elected to tell the truth and say I didn't have a shellfish allergy and just say I don't eat oysters and they would be wasted but the girl said she'd ask and then just brought out the oysters - and guess what? They were wasted we didn't eat them. Had she asked and reported back I would have said just save them we don't want to waste them. Salad was good. Picked off anchovies. For the entree we both went with the tomahawk steak. Girl double checked and confirmed that but never asked how we wanted it prepared. HUH!??!?Mine came out Pittsburgh blue - which the irony wasn't lost on me if I wasn't disturbed by it. You have to ask. Period. Maybe the waitress hadn't waited restaurant tables? Don't know. Other people came and filled water intermittently but our waitress was very inconsistent in her checking with us at all. The dessert was coconut flan. Good overall. Then the bill came. Yikes. I'm more than fine with paying for good food, and a good experience but when everything listed above and then the price isn't explicitly defined- someone with plaque in their arteries may have had an episode at the reveal. Paid and tipped but I feel like I paid for mediocrity, lack of explanations, lack of help from helping make changes to our meals, and some really good jazz. The music was great I will say. But everything else? Meh. read more

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I went back and forth between 3 or 4 stars, but landed with lower based on our full experience. This review is for a 9/18/25 reservation. What was good: hostess was incredibly helpful and accommodating. Music was great, though hard to converse, but that's ok. The bad: waitress (Lissa) - the whole evening felt like she couldn't be bothered serving us. Left dishes on table, kept pushing drinks on us. Note that in today's environment people drink less so quit pushes alcohol. Food: lesson learned this place is better for drinks and appetizers. Food wasn't bad but way too much going on in each dish. Bottom line some good and some not do good. Nice place to go for drink and listen to jazz. read more

After dinner, I was walking down Penn Ave and noticed this cool joint with a large door open to the sidewalk and live jazz playing inside, so I went in and grabbed a seat at the bar. The lovely bartender (don't recall her name, brown very curly hair) was quick to give me a menu and drink list. They offer some nice wines and great cocktails here! I opted for a nice sipping red while watching the live jazz, which was decent. The place is interesting, with padded bar walls and a record player in the bar area, which really works and is played during the band's intermission. The food looked and smelled interesting, unique, and nice (but since I just ate, I wasn't ordering any food). I really enjoyed this visit and will definitely return! read more

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My husband and I had the shrimp dumplings & they were tasty - the sauce topped it off perfectly. Service was top notch! The jazz started promptly at 7pm and the atmosphere was perfect!! read more

Stopped here for some jazz and drinks. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by "do you have proof of vaccination?" The staff was friendly, just hectic with the crowd. I wasn't a fan of the MANDATORY $10 live music charge PER PERSON. But overall, we got to relax, chill, enjoy the atmosphere. We sat right at the bar and the bar tenders were SUPER friendly and just on their game. Enjoyed a drink tutorial and live demo! read more

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Date night perfection especially on jazz night. Ugh! So this place is right downtown so make sure you pack patience for parking. It's a cute little restaurant and bar, very trendy speakeasy feel. Came here on a date and the service was marvelous. The entire place was packed so you NEED a Friday night or Saturday night reservation. Drinks could have been a bit stronger. If I have to order more than 2, bartender needs to get a little more heavy-handed BUT the cocktail menu was awesome. The dinner menu was awesome. The food is Caribbean-inspired. So this place gets 5 stars because it is the full package- amazing vibe, amazing service, amazing drinks and amazing food. Highly recommend this intimate and cozy place. I can't wait to visit again. read more

Such a fun cool place to stop in for a drink or dinner. We sat at the bar and listened to the live jazz band. The bartenders were great and the drinks were delicious read more

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This was a very neat spot that we came across on the walking art gallery tour. We already had dinner reservations so we did not get to eat but have bookmarked it for another time. The ambiance was very cool, jazzy and rich with a Latin feel. We got lucky and got some bar seats and ordered some cocktails. There was an amazing jazz band playing and we really enjoyed their set. They had some unique cocktails and we tried the carrot sangrita and the Cubano chant. The carrot sangrita was delicious, unique and refreshing. It comes as a shot of mezcal with a carrot juice flavored with lime, jalapeño and orange chaser. I am not usually a fan of mezcal and cannot do shots but tried it as they suggested and was pleasantly surprised. It wasn't too smoky or strong and the carrot juice was pleasant and refreshing. The menus said there is a $10/pp charge for the music, which is totally worth it. But just mentioning that because between the charge and the fact that these are true cocktails the bar service might be a bit slower than what you are used to. It's def a place to come and visit if you have some time and want to relax a little. read more

First time visiting Con Alma and everyone in my party agreed they'd return! It's very loud, so not ideal for the first couple of dates. Food wise- The carne asada was excellent, so I'd recommend that! We also ordered the patatas dulche bravas as an app and they were great too! Everything else was good but not great. Drink wise- I think both of their classic mezcal cocktails were quite good. The body and soul was far too sweet for my liking for a scotch cocktail. The strawberry daiquiri was very unique, and far too sweet for me but my sister said it was one of her favorite ever! The music- GREAT! Worth the $10, especially if you stay the full 2 hours. They took quite a long break (~35 - ~40 minutes) which wasn't ideal considering I thought we were paying for 2 full hours. Totally understand the need for a break, but expected closer to 15 minutes. The service- overall no complaints. Order when you can grab them because it gets really busy and they may go awhile between checking on you. Our first drinks took close to 30 minutes due to an issue and they covered the cost of the round and got us our drinks immediately once they realized we still didn't have them without us having to say anything! read more

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While searching for a new restaurant to visit when in Pittsburgh for our wedding, we stumbled upon Con Alma, and we were instantly intrigued! Live jazz + unique cocktails + soul-filled dishes - we were sold. We made reservations here for the day after our wedding, so Con Alma was our first "alone" dinner as a married couple :) The location was perfect - loved that it was right downtown and easily accessible from all the hotels and easy to bounce around to other restaurants / bars if needed before / after dinner. Once we entered the restaurant, we could appreciate the cool, jazzy ambience - it almost felt like a speakeasy with the vibes. Luckily, we were seated right in the front "row" with a table that immediately faced the stage. The live music was just getting started as we sat down, so it was perfect timing! The musicians were fantastic - we loved the variety of instruments and talents, and we were pleased to also see a variety of ages in the ensemble too. It was the perfect dinner entertainment, and the music was so well played and so catchy! For food and drink, the menu is expansive enough to provide options but not so much to overwhelm. I'm pretty positive Con Alma was featured as one of the best cocktail bars in the country (?) so we had to start off there. Per our waiter's suggestion, I went for the Money Jungle, and my husband opted for the Backstage Sally. The flavors were right on point - so fresh and such unique ingredients that we would have not thought up ourselves. The perfect post-wedding drinks! For food, we went for smaller plates since we were still recovering from all the excitement the day prior and not overly starving. We got tostadas that had watermelon, beans, and avocado and a rice dish with beef and french fries...the tostadas were so fresh and the flavors unexpectedly paired so nicely together! The beef dish was decent but not the best thing I've ever had - the mixed ingredients here were also unexpected but perhaps not as well meshed as our other dish. Still tasty though! These two dishes were enough to fill us up, which we were pleased with. Overall, our post-wedding dinner at Con Alma was lovely. The live jazz makes the ambience truly special, and the unique and complex cocktails and dishes complete the experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an elevated date night - we would love to make it back ourselves! read more

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As a downtown resident and lover of live music, I have periodically visited Con Alma over the years. The music is great. The service has been hit or miss, although last night our server was excellent. The food is consistently disappointing. "Kimchi Fried Rice".... $30. A plate of pure mush, as if I were an infant or hospital patient. No texture. Made with the cheapest pork bits they could find and missing the egg that it was advertised with. Why can't they figure out the food situation here? This is my 5th disappointing meal here. read more

This was our first visit to Con Alma - we were both former HS band musicians and missed something a bit smaller than the PSO so we saw Con Alma and decided to make a date night of it. We made reservations for 6 but got there a bit early and was taken immediately. Jose came to explain everything and made his recommendations and we placed our drink order (banana daiquiri and an interesting gin drink with some ale in it). Both drinks were very good and we were pleased at the size and "interesting-ness" for the price. We then placed our dinner order of, essentially Cuban Mojo Pork (Lechon Asada) and Shrimp with Sofrito and Tomato Sauce. Both entrees were filling and very enjoyable. The only slight miss - the pork was very good with a nice crust and no fat but the plate was missing some sort of sauce. The rice and beans were good but the rice was just... rice. In the shrimp dish you had a tomato sauce to add if you wanted. The music was very very good - we were seated right in front of the stage and, while it is loud and you shouldn't come expecting to hold a conversation, it was nice to be in a place where people could showcase their musical talents. The area was a little dead (Friday night without anything going on in the cultural district) but the restaurants were busy - hopefully they stay around a long time because I would like to come back a couple times a year. read more

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This will be a very short review. We went on Wednesday, there was live music, Max Leake. They were phenomenal. The food, amazing The cocktails and mocktails, amazing The ambience, amazing The staff, informative, friendly, and again, AMAZING. This was my first time visiting Con Alma, it will not be my last read more

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This place was a very fun/nice change of scenery! We came here after the Pitt football game for dinner and it was delicious! They have a seasonal menu with pumpkin items for the fall and yummy cocktails. The Brussels and tofu was SO good! It was cooked and seasoned perfectly. I recommend making a reservation to ensure you will have a table. We made a reservation and we got the last table, the bar is fairly big and you can sit there if you need. read more

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Great Jazz here - plus amazing food! There's a large, but cozy dining area and bar. Dined here several times while visiting friends in Pittsburgh. Prices are reasonable and they have live music. Servers are professional, attentive and friendly. They've got some delicious, unique drinks you'll want to try :-) Renowned Jazz players to boot! Wish there was a place like this in our area, but if you're lucky enough to live in Pittsburgh - you'll want to be a regular at this gem! Good luck Con Alma - you've got soul :-) read more

The hostess suzie was excellent and the overall atmosphere was great. This is a great example of the great cuisine and atmosphere that Pittsburgh has to offer! read more

Wow, this place did not disappoint! We arrived towards the end of the first band's set - really fun and energetic jazz. We appreciated the lull between bands so we could enjoy the food. I had Swordfish Tikka Masala, which I expected to be adequate - as it's often hard to get both music and food right - but was blown away by the subtle and nuanced spices. My husband had a paella-type dish with shrimp and lobster that was equally delicious. For cocktails, I had a Cuban one featuring rum; my husband's featured whiskey - both clearly made by someone who knows cocktails. Overall a really fun experience, heightened by the sublime food and drinks. read more

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Great spot for a fantastic meal and show! They are requiring proof of vaccine which makes sense because it's a small and tightly packed spot! The live jazz was clearly why most people were there, but a friend and I made a reservation before seeing a show at the Benedum around the corner. It looks like it's a $10 cover per person for the jazz - which is worth it, but certainly feels like this could be your main focus for the evening. We had rather slow service, but the music and ambiance made up for it! We started with cocktails, and the two of us shared two shareables and one item from the wok. All the food was delicious - especially the pineapple salmon fried rice. My only complaint was where we sat. We were on the path to the bathroom and I had to move my chair EVERYTIME someone wanted to go to the bathroom. It felt like they needed a more direct path to the bathroom. I do plan to make a reservation to go back with my husband for a fun and different date night! read more

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Loud! Flavorful! Fun! The live music is loud in the small room - don't expect a lot of conversation during your meal. The cocktails are tasty and creative. The food is not what you would expect to find in Downtown Pittsburgh. The Heirloom Carrots were particularly good. read more

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Great food, great drinks, great staff, and great music! What more could you ask for?! It was our first time here, we had never been to the one in Shadyside either, and our waitress was super friendly and helpful! I had a hard time deciding on drinks and food, and she gave some great suggestions. For food, we got the pork chop, farro bowl, and octopus. The octopus was definitely my favorite! It was flavorful and tender, with great pineapple salsa on top. Our first round of drinks came out a bit slow and they were out of a few menu items, but that's understandable since they had only been open for two weeks. I can't wait to go back! read more

Came here for date night on Saturday evening around 6PM. We made reservations ahead of time using OpenTable. When we arrived we were informed that our reservation was actually for outside? There was no mention of this when I made the reservation, but then we were quickly sat right in front of the stage as the jazz band was about to begin playing. For starters we ordered the bao buns and focaccia. Both were excellent and would happily order again. Our favorite was definitely the ricotta spread served with the focaccia. We ordered the peach and goat cheese salad and the Cacio e plantain. The salad was refreshing and went perfectly with the focaccia. The pasta was good but lacked complexity. Overall a good experience and would come back for a show. read more

This place had so much anticipation for me and I have wanted to come here for such a long time. And when I snagged a late reservation on such a huge holiday, I was shocked that it worked so I thought I would have a continuously lucky day. I would recommended that from my POV, all the social media pages that promote the restaurant need to be in unison. I think they do a great job with promoting and getting word out for specialized events, but on Facebook it appeared the place and event was totally locked up and booked, then at the same exact time on IG the place was posting stories saying there was availability-lucky for me I saw both. I then emailed? for reservations on the same day so a+ for the accommodations no complaints on that front. The music was cool and the retro, jazz club is what I feel we paid for as opposed to the food. At least I am going to look at it that way. Heres what I will say - go here on NOT a special day, so you can enjoy yourselves. It's definitely fancy To dress up, go listen to jazz performers on NYE and eat and drink in the city so I am happy to say we accomplished that but the food was sadly my most disappointing part. The drinks were fine and the servers were possibly on some sort of rotation. I get it gets busy, but the tables were so close together that it seemed like the table directly beside us was checked upon two fold to us. The predetermined menu thing got us again. The options looked delicious and its super accommodating to offer vegan options for many varying diets, but if you have a normal menu that is always offered, possibly still offer that in combination with the pre-determined menu. The place was slightly crowded, but very fun, greatly decorated and appeared cleanly from the small area we remained for the night. This does not reflect in the restaurant's review but there are a TON OF COOL people who spray WAYYYY too much perfume that should just do less and still come out to listen to music with a subtracted layer of scent. See photos for food read more

Con alma is a new jazz restaurant downtown. It has another location in shady side. My friend and I were lured in for dinner & drinks by the live music and we were not disappointed - the music was awesome! There is a $10/person charge for the live music (I believe the time frame is 7/7:30pm-10pm) so FYI. The band was really talented and they played tributes to Pittsburgh jazz musicians which helps to paint the full picture of the aura. The guitarist pointed out some of the pictures hanging on the walls that are Pittsburgh musicians; and noted some other fun Pittsburgh facts that I wasn't aware of. All in all, really enjoyed myself and was more than happy to pay $10. We ordered the gin cocktails to start (if I remember correctly, I think they were called, "Club Clover"), they were awesome - very flavourful, shaken but not too sweet. They have a variety of other cocktails, with alcohol bases ranging from bourbon, to tequila to Hennessy. They also have a handful of beers (not an extensive list but enough; bells two hearted, Miller, a helltown brewing beer etc). They have a very full wine list as well. I wasn't expecting this, but it was a nice surprise; the food menu has large and small plates of which contains a lot of seafood (regular fish and also crustaceans). They have other options as well like pork plates, short ribs, a Korean bbq chicken (or tofu) and also vegetarian curry but a large amount are seafood. I ordered the vegetarian Singapore curry called "Farro" on the menu. The picture I took turned out blurry unfortunately, so I'll explain it a bit: the plate comes out in a large, hot bowl and almost looks like jambalaya. It was really tasty! The waiter said depending on who the chef is that night the plate can be rather mild or more on the spicy side - I got the spicy chef ‍ My friend ordered the salmon which he really liked. It came with a bed of potatoes and gai lan which is Chinese broccoli (looks like book choy). The meal was great overall and the waiter was very attentive, polite and friendly. I'm really excited to come back and have this restaurant right downtown!! Thanks for the great night! read more

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The downtown location opened pretty recently and I've been meaning to try it out. I came with my girlfriend on Friday and we had a good time! The drinks were great and they even accommodated drinks that weren't on the cocktail menu for us. It's definitely pricey though- they add $10 per person on every check when there is live music which is understandable but you should be aware. The service became a bit slow towards the end of the night too. But if you're into jazz music, good food, and cocktails this is definitely a place you need to try! read more

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I am so happy for the second installment for one of Pittsburgh's greatest spots. Con Alma's new downtown location has a beautiful interior design that is fresh and modern. The drinks on the menu are very adventurous; I personally got one of their crafts, one typical old-fashioned, and a beautiful glass of white wine. All were served wonderfully, with appropriate pours, and tasted great! The food menu is somewhat short, but a wonderfully curated listed of Latin-Inspired dishes. For me, I prefer small plates and not full meals in a Jazz bar setting, so we stuck with the watermelon tomato salad (Sounds crazy, but it's awesome.. try it!), and the Jamaican beef Patty. Both delicious! There is a $10 cover fee when there's live music, but $10 for 2 hours of live music honestly feels very fair to me. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Bar was closing in 45 minutes after our arrival, staff, staff treated us like an annoyance while they were closing up for the night... talking amongst themselves, could hardly stop to answer a question of ours Upon leaving the bar, with no patrons left, other than fellow bartenders having a drink before they go home, no acknowledgement of our patronage or thanks for coming ... amazing to us in a customer service industry We visit Pittsburgh from out of a state 5-6 times a year and would never return to this bar read more

Stopped in to the downtown Con Alma location on a very busy Friday evening in the city. Surprisingly, bar seating for two was available upon walking in around 7:30pm. There were two jazz bands performing throughout the evening, both of which were phenomenal and made for a relaxing ambiance. The bartender prepared and handled each craft cocktail with the utmost care and attention, including the watermelon sangrita that I sipped on. Unfortunately, the food did not resonate with the same quality that I've enjoyed at Con Alma previously. There was initial confusion between the wait and kitchen staff about whether my friend would be able to order the chicken and waffles, while my baked eggplant lasagna was served at room temperature. The burrata also seemed out of place on top of the melted scamorza cheese. I hope that this can be improved upon to earn Con Alma the 5 star review that it deserves!!! read more

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Con Alma has been doing Jazz and entertainment the right way so good that it had to open a 2nd location. The Downtown location is swanky. Totally prepared for a night of great music that the musician selections are never a disappointment. We had a larger party which I don't recommend due to space and also sound. It's hard to talk with 6 people and hear what they are saying from 4ft away. I'd recommend 4 at the max and of course 2 people is best. Great for a night of intimate dining with a date. The food selection varies for all appetites; poultry, meat, fish, veggies. Appetizers are great to share. They have some vegan options which were very delicious. I highly recommend reservations. There just is not hardly any availability for walk-ins at this point. They have a full bar and table service. Our server was a rockstar. Had quite a palette for recommending the right wine or cocktail. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I have been dying to stop into Con Alma for such a long time. I had some time while waiting for a reservation downtown and stopped in for a drink. Of course there was a live trio performing while we were there! We sat at the bar and I was recommended one of the House Sangrita cocktails. I chose the Carrot sangrita. The mezcal was actually served on the side. It was so delicious! I am glad the drink was recommended to me because I would not have ordered it otherwise. I can't wait to return and order food! read more

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Go for the music. The food is OK. Portions are very large. There is a lot of cheese. They will make it with soy cheese if you ask. Service is not rushed, but if you are in a hurry, don't go. Go for the jazz and stay for the whole set. read more

Just as good as the downtown one - music also more audible from the patio. Came on a Saturday night - (DEF make a reservation!) during a great show. The $10 show cover is definitely worth it. Lively band and great music. Cocktails are delicious--would def come sit at the bar for drinks and music. Dinner menu - very varied. Conch fritters were tasty. Fried but not too oily. Ceviche was fresh. Overall great place for a date or small (4 or less) group of people. Great food fun environment. read more

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Be careful when eating there when a band is playing. After our small group sat down and ordered drinks we started looking at the menu. To our great surprise there is a $10 per person added charge when music is playing. If we hadn't already ordered our drinks we would have just got back up and left. Also the place is so small and the music was so loud we could not even hear each other talk. This place is off of our list of restraunts to go to when we go downtown for a show. Popular Alcohol brand choices are very limited so don't try and order anything typical as they probably won't have it. read more

Great vibe & food. Ordered the Arroz Con Pollo & Lechon Asado. Both were seasoned to perfection, reasonably priced and very filling. Drinks and service were excellent as well. We orders the Backstage Sally, Birth of the Cool (delicious but small portion) & Summer Sazerac. All delicious and heavy poles. It's everything a modern Jazz club should be. I look forward to coming back here a lot. read more

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What a nifty spot. For my birthday dinner this year, I picked Con Alma having never been before. Our group was me, my wife, and a couple friend of ours. It was pretty packed and we had to wait a bit for our reservation, but that is to be expected on a Friday night at 7 pm. It was no problem as they have a lounge area adjacent to the bar where you can hang out and have a drink. We were seated just off the stage and the live jazz was great. Such a cool vibe compared to your standard nice dinner out. The cocktails were phenomenal; everyone was raving about their drinks. Since we had a group of 4 and they have a relatively small menu, we got to try most things on it. Nothing was disappointing. There was a great variety of flavors packed into the short menu. It seems they lean into Indian and Thai influences a good bit, which is always a treat. The only warning I would throw out is that the ambiance is fairly noisy. It's a jazz bar, duh! But if leaning in and having to talk loud to have a conversation isn't your thing then you might not love it. Overall, I thought they knocked it out of the park. It's hip and different. Pittsburgh needs more places like this. read more

Con Alma peaked my interest because it always seems to be a bustling hive of activity anytime I pass by after leaving a local theater. A group of four of us went on a Saturday at 6:30. I made the reservations about a month ahead of time online, which was a very easy process. Two members of our party arrived early and were able to sit at the bar and have cocktails until we arrived. We were seated promptly at the time of our reservation. The hostess, waitstaff, and bartenders were all very friendly. It seemed that they were slightly understaffed at the bar as the cocktails we ordered once seated took about 15 minutes to reach us, but they were very transparent and apologetic about the wait. There was a live quartet during our experience, which adds a $10/person live music charge to your bill. I wasn't aware of this before arriving, but there are signs posted as well as it being noted on the menu. My picture shows the cocktail I ordered, the Thermo, which is a delicious pineapple / ginger / lime / oat milk concoction which arrives with a flaming orange for a dash of theatrics. It was delicious and I highly recommend. The music is loud enough so conversation is difficult but not impossible, so depending on the company you're in this could be a deal maker or breaker. The quartet does take breaks every so often, but the breaks are filled with recorded jazz which is just as nice. We weren't rushed to order, although the menu notes a 2 hour time limit on tables. We ordered fried green tomatoes for an app which were good but not extraordinary. For dinner I had the Lechon Asaso and my husband ordered the Jambalaya. The portions were very generous, and we both enjoyed our dishes - but decided when we return we will either just do drinks and apps or split a main course. We enjoyed our experience with the exception of being slightly cramped because the tables in the back are very close together (pro tip : remove your coat before walking to your seat if you are prone to awkwardness like me). Time spent listening to jazz is never wasted, and if you are looking for a fun evening supporting local artists, look no further. read more

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This is the perfect spot for a romantic date night. Very enjoyable live music and food.

This place never, ever, disappoints. Just popped in again recently for drinks and the atmosphere and was reminded how awesome Con Alma is. Not only is it decorated gorgeously, they always have jazz bands playing and the drinks are always creative. I've always had exceptional service as well! Such a great place to unwind in, or take a date out to! Would highly recommend this for your next night out! read more

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Fantastic jazz bar with really good food and drinks! The me menu changes a lot so be prepared. We checked online before going and when we got there the menu was totally different. No big deal, because the food was super yummy! Big portions and good for sharing. The music was amazing. It gets loud in there so be prepared! The staff was super friendly and accommodating even on a super busy night. When we come back to Pittsburgh, we'll be sure to come back! read more

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If you love jazz and amazing food then look no further. The musicians are the real deal and in a city with such a rich history in the jazz genre, eating here makes you feel like you are sitting in MCG. The only thing missing is Tony. The staff is wonderful and often feel like they have been transported back in time to the golden age of jazz. Both locations have wonderful cuisine, but downtown is the only one that offers meat selections. Pro tip, make your reservation for 5p so you can get a table stage front and stay for the first set. Remember you are seeing an amazing jazz concert, don't be mad that you will have to pay $20/pp read more

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