Must-Try Tasty Appetizers Downtown
Written by Cassie St. John
Downtown Pittsburgh is home to many high-quality restaurants with great dishes for any occasion. Even if you’re just looking for a small bite to eat, these dining locations have the perfect selection of tasty appetizers to fill even the slightest hunger.
This upscale establishment is the perfect destination for classy starters. From their warm crab fondue to their colorful ratatouille flatbread, Ritual House is the spot for lavish and delicious appetizer selections.
Continuing with upscale-style appetizers, Rebel Room offers multiple small bite options that are sure to make your mouth water, including their cauliflower romesco, crispy fried brussels sprouts, and a Pittsburgh classic, pan-fried pierogies.
If you’re looking for traditional Italian appetizers, Vallozzi’s has an impressive selection of delectable starters, including calamari, arancini, and buffalo caprese. You can’t miss out on their burrata starter served with roasted red peppers, arugula pesto, and 24-month aged prosciutto.
This American gastropub is home to warm, homestyle comfort food that serves as a perfect small bite to eat. Their appetizer offerings include several tasty fried options, including their fried mac and cheese balls, fried banana pepper rings, and mozzarella sticks. There’s also their warm, soft, deep-fried pub pretzels served with both spicy honey mustard and their homemade beer cheese.
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Redbeard’s Sports Bar & Grill is the spot for all of the classic appetizers you could ask for at great quality. Their menu boasts a wide range of foods, including their house-made buffalo chicken dip, loaded MVP nachos, and cheesy chicken quesadilla, making them the perfect place for a small bite or a quick game day snack.
If you’re looking for both classy and classic options, Forbes Tavern offers a list of high-quality specialty appetizers with a combined selection of traditional and upscale. Their extensive starter menu includes classic selections like crispy fried pickles and brisket fries, while also serving high-end selections like fried goat cheese and bang bang shrimp.
