Pittsburgh Restaurant Week Returns

By Layla Joseph

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week has made its semi-annual return to the City of Bridges, celebrating local businesses, culture and fantastic food. 

With special menus at nearly thirty restaurants across the city, Pittsburgers can enjoy elusive prices and exclusive eats from August 7 through August 13. 

With Pittsburgh Restaurant Week’s guide, plan to dine in at one (or many) restaurants throughout the week. 

For Downtown delicacies, check out the participating restaurants below. 

McCormick and Schmick’s: Reserve a table or walk in spontaneously; either way, indulge in fresh seafood with a three-course meal including special items to celebrate. Stop in for dinner and enjoy your choice of three appetizers, four entrees and two desserts for only $45.23 per person.

Special starter items at McCormick and Schmick’s include a Bibb Lettuce Salad with a creamy dijon, shaved Parmesan-Reggiano and shaved radish, a Blue Crab and Corn Chowder and a Prosciutto Wrapper Mozzarella Bruschetta. 

If you frequent McCormick and Schmick’s, stick to a familiar dish like the Honey Tabasco Glazed Shrimp and Grits or choose from one of the three specials offered throughout the week. Pick from the Grilled Salmon and Summer Succotash that allows a filling meal with refreshing flavor: incorporating carrot chipotle sauce and lemon beurre blanc. The Seared Sichuan Tuna is served with sticky rice, pineapple ponzu, braised baby bok choy and beet powder. If you aren’t a big seafood fan, try the 9-ounce Certified Angus Beef Top Sirloin with in-house mashed potatoes and a peppercorn brandy demi-glaze. 

Finish off the savory meal with your choice of something sweet: a mango creme brulee is on special alongside the restaurant’s New York Cheesecake.

Bill’s Bar and Burger: For something more casual, walk into Bill’s Bar and Burger for lunch or dinner and satisfy your hunger with a classic Bill’s Burger accompanied by your choice of Smoked Bacon Chili or a small salad. Indulge in a classic vanilla, chocolate or strawberry shake for only $26.23 per person. 

Morton’s The Steakhouse: Put on your Sunday best and travel to Morton’s on Liberty Avenue to experience high-class dining for an affordable price. While walk-ins are welcome, but save your seat with a reservation and indulge in a three-course meal for just $45.23 per person.

Start your meal with one of the five appetizers offered with Restaurant Week specials showcasing Morton’s savory soups and salads. Choose from one of the five entrees offered, allowing you to choose from a Center-cut Filet Mignon,  Horseradish Crusted Salmon, Chicken Christopher or Maine Lobster Ravioli and one of the in-house prepared accompaniments. 

Finish off the night with a hazelnut chocolate mousse, creme brulee, key lime pie or Morton’s Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake for a $6 upgrade. 

Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse: Appease your appetite and experience a cultural cuisine for a modest price of $45.23 per person. 

Choose from one of the ten entrees offered with the deal and indulge in different Brazilian side dishes throughout the meal. Trust your instincts and your server as you are given the chance to leave your comfort zone and find a new appreciation for exotic dishes that are sure to satisfy. 

Christian James Restaurant: Start your day at Christian James Restaurant on Boulevard of the Allies and enjoy one of their many brunch options and a mimosa for only $20.23 per person.

For Pittsburghers that aren’t morning enthusiasts, experience Christian James Restaurant for dinner. Enjoy a summer salad with whipped berry Goat Rodeo chevre, fresh mixed berries and greens, drizzled in a lavender white balsamic vinaigrette and garnished with crostini to start the meal.

After the salad, choose from either the Soy-Hoisin Sticky Pork Ribs with garlic fried rice, pickled green papaya slaw and a dippy egg on the sunny side or the Jolof Grilled Vegetable pasta. The Jolof Grilled Vegetable Pasta incorporates pasta imported from Italy, lemon vest and grilled vegetables tossed in an airy cream sauce. 

End the night with a citrusy take on creme brulee, a signature cocktail and a view on the rooftop terrace all for under $50 per person. 

Eddie Merlot’s Steakhouse: Encounter elegance at Eddie Merlot’s Steakhouse and relish in a three-course meal for only $45.23 per person. 

Indulge in the King Crab and Corn Bisque, or try a house or Caesar salad for something light to start the meal. Pick your preferred entree from a choice of Lemon-Dijon Chicken with grilled asparagus and roasted garlic mashed potatoes topped with a lemon-dijon house-made sauce, an Antarctic Salmon prepared to your liking accompanied by sauteed green beans and roasted fingerling potatoes or a 6-ounce filet mignon with sauteed greens and garlic mashed potatoes.

End the night with a piece of four-layered carrot cake that incorporates walnuts, sweet pineapple, carrots and icing that embrace spices in a classic cream cheese frosting, garnished with caramel sauce, a piece of triple chocolate cake or a classic creme brulee. 

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Dress up and find yourself at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse for an elegant night with a budget-friendly price tag. Choose one of three entrees that vary in price alongside an accompaniment of creamed spinach or mashed potatoes, a dinner or Caesar salad and dessert. 

For $45.23 per person, indulge in a 6-ounce filet and shrimp, freshly caught salmon for $42.23 or a 16-ounce double cut pork chop for $39.23 per person. 

End the night by indulging in something sweet with a choice of creme brulee or Chocolate Sin Cake.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse: Assuage your appetite with one of the many specials offered at Sullivan’s Steakhouse or embellish the meal with your choice of add-ons for an additional charge. 

For $45.23 per person, start off light with one of three fresh salads or fulfill your hunger with shrimp and lobster bisque. Choose from Broiled Salmon with a side of asparagus and lemon beurre blanc, a 6-ounce Filet Mignon with garlic mashed potatoes and bordelaise, an 8-ounce Prime New York Strip with garlic mashed potatoes topped with bourbon peppercorn sauce or  Herb Brick Chicken accompanied by sliced cherry pepper, garlic mashed potatoes and balsamic cipollini onions for the main course.

Upgrade your steak in size or enjoy ribeye for an additional $10, or give your steak more filling with one of the three enhancements offered. 

For dessert, indulge in a New York Style Cheesecake, key lime pie or bananas foster bread pudding with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream. 

Featured beverages are an additional $15, including a smoked rosemary and orange old-fashioned or the Knockout Martini.