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    Morcilla

    4.4 (495 reviews)
    PriceySpanish
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    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Carlisha C.

    This is a pretty chill spot. They don't have a set tasting menu per se but they will divide the dishes in half (price too) so you can taste different ones. It's small and intimate and a place where you can feel comfortable eating alone. My server, Rob, was very knowledgeable of the menu.

    Croquettes and scallops
    Kristen E.

    We came for an early dinner on a Saturday to celebrate a special occasion. There was some confusion about the reservation, but they were able to accommodate us at a table where it felt like we were too far away from each other to talk, given how noisy the restaurant was. The food and service were okay. Most of the dishes are carbs and/or animal protein; the vegetable options appear to be beets (with goat cheese), tomato and cucumber salad (with watery goat cheese), and stuffed mushrooms. The harissa ribs were good with the labneh, but the scallops were weirdly tangy. My favorite dish was definitely the croquettes, which are warm and creamy and come as a pair. We got the goat cheese flan for dessert. The mocktail was too small for $6, but the white sangria was good. We paid $140 (with tip) for two people, but I can't say that I enjoyed our visit, due to the noise level and the lights being so low my partner struggled to cut his ribs off the bone. Paid street parking.

    Harissa pork ribs
    Mary I.

    This is one of the best restaurants in pittsburgh, hands down! The food is so flavorful and so unique. There is truly not one bad dish. I highly recommend going here and ordering a few small plates so that you can sample everything.. My favorite dishes are the oxtail, fried artichoke, and the harissa pork ribs. highly encourage making a reservation, as this place is small and very popular. Its a great place for a late night dinner, girls night, or date night

    White Anchovies
    Altaf A.

    This was a great date night place. Nice interiors with soft lighting. Even though the size of the restaurant is small and cozy, I didn't feel it was cramped as some other places can really pack in the seating. We were there in the evening on a weekend and the the noise well wasn't bad; it was easy to carry on conversations. We decided to do tapas and just have small plates to share. They recommended we get 5-6 dishes but we went with 4 and found that to be just right with room left for dessert. We did have the oxtail, which was good, but I wouldn't call it incredible. I think I enjoyed some of the other dishes more: the oyster mushrooms were great and the shrimp was fabulous. Also had the white anchovies, which was fine. For dessert, we had Churros, which is something I normally wouldn't have but I was pleasantly surprised and was happy with semi-sweet and not too heavy a dessert option. Food came at a good pace! They gave us time to enjoy the food - it wasn't too slow and we weren't rushed. Everything was great! Happy to go back!

    Jamon Iberico de Bellota Plate
    Julia H.

    This place has now become one of my favorite spots in Pittsburgh. Our server Greta was incredible and gave us an amazing recommendation for a bottle of wine. All of the food was amazing specifically the fried artichokes, baby back ribs and the oxtail. I will definitely be back again!!

    Mezcal cocktail
    Alicia O.

    Arrived at 5, just as they opened. I always make a reservation because the nightlife food scene is usually busy in Pittsburgh. No matter the day. We were seated right away and offered drinks right away. They had my favorite sparkling water brand. The ambience was very romantic but open, so there's not private booths, just an open dining room. The bar was on the side and the setting was intimate but you could into the kitchen. The food was sooooo good. I felt relieved to finally find another Pittsburgh spot that was worth the price. It's a little pricey but I highly recommend lots of small plates. We didnt order an entree but wanted to try the trout. Must get: mussel bites, oxtail bites, the duck and the ribs. So the duck and ribs were not as temperature hot as I expected but they were still delicious. The oxtail was perfect... bravo!!! Lastly, our server suggested a delicious mezcal cocktail that resembled an old fashioned but was a little sweeter and smoker. Delicious!! Highly recommend and we will be back.

    Cocktails!
    Michael M.

    Amazing Spanish small dishes with attentive service and great drinks. Staff are all friendly and welcoming and the environment with a wood covered inside.

    Fried artichokes
    Art B.

    Still one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. Amazing food, cool spot, great service. Menu changes seasonally, but I've never been there and not ordered the oxtail(best bite in PGH) and the ribs (another favorite). No croquettes this time, but there were plenty of other amazing options. I always try to break up the richness of the meat dishes with a salad or veggie or gazpacho. This time was the radicchio salad and fried artichokes. Perfectly acidic and crunchy to have in between the unctuous meat dishes. The beef tartare was also strong and we enjoyed the shaved horseradish sprinkled on top. Plenty of great wine, cocktails and sangria options to pair with your meal. Great place for a four top so you can order and share as many plates as possible. Also a great date night/birthday dinner(which was our occasion this time). You really can't miss, but knowing your palate (and ingredients) will really help your order. If you're not sure, ask your server as they are very knowledgeable and helpful (and also NOT condescending like some servers can be). Definitely need to book this well in advance for an optimal reservation time. However, you might be able to sneak a bar seat if you get there as soon as the doors open.

    Pork Ribs
    Hadley Z.

    Wow! Thoroughly impressed with our dinner at Morcilla. I was first shocked by their ability to seat us immediately on a Friday night at 7pm. It is pretty small and dim inside and can get quite loud when busy. Otherwise, ambiance is intimate and well decorated. The wait staff was very attentive, filling our waters and bringing clean plates often. Our server gave us great recommendations, and we ended up trying: -oxtail: amazing. Must try. -octopus: 2nd favorite. Served with the most flavorful hummus. -pork ribs: also fantastic. Again accompanied with a flavorful sauce. -cod cheeks: my least favorite, but still flavorful and cooked perfectly Would definitely visit again!

    Bar area
    Karen H.

    We went to dinner at Morcilla yesterday and I'll admit I was a little nervous since I went to Spain for two weeks last fall and wasn't sure how the food at Morcilla would compare post trip. Thankfully my worries were unfounded because everything we had was delicious! The inside is fairly small and dimly lit, especially towards the back of the restaurant. There is a small bar to sit at. All the tables are for 2 or 4 people and the website says to contact them if you want to make a reservation for more than 4 people so keep that in mind. Our server thought we were done and ready to move onto dessert but we loved the oxtail and the pork ribs so much that we had to order another round of both. We finished the meal with all three desserts they offered and while they were all good, my favorite was the airy, floral, and lightly sweet rhubarb sorbet! The staff was pretty attentive and they gave us fresh silverware and plates fairly often which was very nice. The only thing I didn't love was that they asked me if I wanted still or sparkling water in the beginning of the meal and when I said still, they didn't notate that there was a charge on it. It's $6 a bottle and they gave us three bottles so if you want water and not have to pay for it, I would ask for tap water.

    Mussels en escabeche
    Maddie W.

    we got a bar seat. drinks and food were great, it's very intimate. The portions are smaller but that's expected with tapas. definitely worth a try

    Nate R.

    All I can say is wow! This was our first time here and we were blown away. The vibes were cozy with dim lighting and exposed brick. Our waitress was super cool and helpful. We got the oxtail and mussels to start and they set the tone for the rest of the night. We shared the duck and trout -- both were unbelievable. Finished up with dessert and got the flan which may have been the best dessert I've had in recent memory. If you haven't been here, do yourself a favor and get a reservation. One of the most flavor packed, delicious meals in the city.

    Pineapple cocktail (nonalcoholic)
    Emily R.

    A Must-Dine in Pittsburgh! My husband and I finally snagged a reservation at Morcilla after hearing rave reviews--and it absolutely lived up to the hype! We started with the oxtail and fried artichokes from the snacks menu--both were incredible. Then came the ribs: phenomenal. But the standout for me was the large plate of chicken and rice--absolutely divine. Every dish was bursting with flavor and executed with thoughtfulness and precision. We ended on a sweet note with the churros, which did not disappoint. The vibe? Low lighting (if that matters to you)--but it adds to the romantic mood. Your eyes adjust. It's very hip, very trendy, and just cool. I had a non-alcoholic pineapple drink (last on the drink menu), and it was so good I ordered a second. The whole experience felt almost spiritual--each bite better than the last. As someone who's binged every season of The Bear, I could tell this place runs on heart, hustle, and serious culinary skill. Our server was warm and attentive, and the whole team worked together seamlessly. Morcilla is a gem. Just wow.

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    Great service. Cocktails were all tasty. Best short rib ive ever had in my life, great experience.

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    Selection great waiter Atmosphere tapas servings yelp makes the reservation easy I just like the place !!

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    I loved every bite!!! We were a table of three and we ordered 8 small plates! Oh my God, it was amazing!

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    The food was delicious and we loved that they have churros to make it the perfect tapas!

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    Wonderful food and very professional, helpful server. It's a small, charming spot. I'd definitely recommend the octopus and churros!

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    Do they serve Nonalcoholic beer or Wine?

    Yes, we have a non-alcoholic Sparkling Riesling and also a non-alcoholic IPA at this time.

    Do they have authentic paella on their menu?

    Sadly no they don't have paella on their menu

    Are there gluten free options?

    I am gluten free and had no issue whatsoever. Mostly everything on the menu is naturally gluten free and the majority of the ones that aren't can be modified to be gluten free. You just can't eat the churros, which is sad. If you're celiac and… 

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