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Interior - Emerson’s, Pittsburgh, PA

Emerson’s

4.7 (581)
$30 and under
American
435 Market St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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Emerson’s

4.7
$30 and under
American
Downtown

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Emerson's is an intimate restaurant and bar with good vibes, located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh. Blending the charm of a European café with a cozy, modern ambiance—complete with a welcoming fireplace—it's a warm escape in the vibrant Market Square area. Our full dinner menu pairs with a curated selection of wines and craft cocktails, perfect for casual nights or special occasions.

We're on the second floor, up one flight of stairs. Elevator access is available upon request. Our entrance is just left of The Aperitivo Club.

If you can’t find a reservation or are booking for a party of 8+, please email info@marketstreetgrocery.com.

Please note that reservations are held for a 15-minute grace period. If you anticipate being late, we appreciate a quick call so we can do our best to accommodate you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chad Rapp
  • Private party facilities
    For more information email info@marketstreetgrocery.com
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Market Street, between 5th & Market, and Market Square
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Emerson’s.

4.7

4.7
(581)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Lively

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    American

  • Pittsburgh

    Lively

  • Pittsburgh

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Emerson's is lauded for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service, with standout mentions of "amazing experience," "excellent cocktails," and "fantastic food." The espresso martinis and truffle fries are crowd favorites. While some dishes and noise levels received mixed reviews, the overall experience remains appealing for celebrations and casual nights out.
581 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambiance! We will definitely be back!

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  2. Kristin

    Pittsburgh7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was OK. The waiter was great. It was very noisy in there. It was hard to hear people at our table talking.

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  3. Christopher

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great night of great food and excellent service from Andy! Also a nice surprise of a free dessert for my wife's birthday.

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  4. Vicky Gold

    Pittsburgh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved Emerson’s! Our waitress was so attentive and friendly and the vibe was very welcoming. We enjoyed very well made espresso martinis to begin. The grilled ceaser salad was delicious and the salmon with risotto was cooked perfectly! We finished with a huge piece of chocolate cake. It was the perfect place before a show downtown.

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  5. Lila

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came to Emerson’s for my 21st birthday and it was perfect! Our server was so fun and kind. I’m so grateful for such an amazing experience!

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  6. Katie

    Ottawa3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been wanting to try Emerson’s for a while and I will say the vibe did not disappoint. My rating more comes from some of the food we had. I had the salmon and my friend had the rigatoni. I noticed that my food was pretty salty and my friend noticed that her pasta was cold. She also tried some of my risotto on the other side of my plate and mentioned it was cold, and I agreed. We did share the Carsar salad and both agreed it was very good. Overall, really cute spot for a girls night, but a bit disappointed with the entrees.

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  7. Yvonne Gold

    Pittsburgh9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Think "cocktail lounge with food" rather than restaurant with good drinks. Good for a drink or two before or after a show downtown. The noise level is a bit too loud for romantic conversation, but would be good for a group of friends. The Italian pork roast sandwich is a winner!

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  8. alexandra

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    amazing!!! food is excellent and vibes are so classy and chill

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  9. Cherisse

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our dinner here. Was difficult to get a reservation here, but its a testament to how good it is. Cocktails were all fabulous. The appetizers are all a good size and decently priced for what you get. Great vibes and will be excited to go again.

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  10. Sue

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Emerson! The atmosphere was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the service made the experience even better. Everything was enjoyable from start to finish, and it’s definitely a place we would recommend to others. Recommend trying their crispy brussel sprouts and jumbo lump crab cakes. We look forward to coming back!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, French, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chad Rapp
  • Private party facilities
    For more information email info@marketstreetgrocery.com
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Market Street, between 5th & Market, and Market Square
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Emerson’s is at its best during happy hour, Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00–7:00 pm, when guests recommend popping in for cocktails and the much-loved truffle fries, though the space also fills up after 5pm on weekday evenings.

Yes, families are welcome: a guest reports a children’s menu and staff who happily worked with the kitchen to accommodate a 9‑year‑old’s request.

Thursday is a standout, guests specifically praise the Thursday specials (the "Hot Girl" combo and girl-dinner offerings), and Emerson’s also runs happy hour Tuesday–Saturday from 5:00–7:00 pm.

Yes, Emerson’s cozy second-floor space, fireplace nook and consistently positive anniversary and date-night visits make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

Emerson’s serves dinner Tuesday–Saturday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm; the bar is open Tuesday–Thursday 5:00 pm–10:00 pm and Friday–Saturday 5:00 pm–12:00 am. Happy Hour runs Tuesday–Saturday 5:00 pm–7:00 pm.

Guests commonly describe portions as generous, several reviews note plentiful entrees and large, shareable starters like the truffle fries.

Yes, Emerson’s accepts private parties; for larger groups or if you can’t find a reservation (parties of 8+), email info@marketstreetgrocery.com to arrange your booking.

Emerson’s feels like an intimate, cozy downtown spot, a second‑floor space with a welcoming fireplace and a modern European‑café meets industrial look, though several guests note it can be lively and on the louder side at peak times.

Yes, for larger bookings you can email the team at info@marketstreetgrocery.com (the address listed for parties of 8+); reservations are held for a 15‑minute grace period and the restaurant asks for a quick call if you’ll be late, and guests report staff have accommodated dietary requests when asked.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, not formal, and both dressy and casual outfits are commonly seen, so wear what feels right for your night out.

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A photo of Emerson’s restaurant

Emerson’s

4.7
$30 and under
American
Downtown

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
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