Alfabeto

4.6

788 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

40 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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2 people

May 4, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Northern Italy at Cucina Alfabeto, located in Pittsburgh's Northside. This culinary gem offers a unique dining experience that delights your taste buds.

Cucina Alfabeto celebrates Northern Italy's rich culinary traditions with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Each dish is a masterpiece, crafted with passion and precision, showcasing the region's vibrant flavors.

Step inside to experience rustic elegance, where the warm ambiance and the aroma of freshly baked bread create an unforgettable atmosphere. Indulge in handmade pasta, succulent grilled meats, and seafood, each bite reflecting Chef Esposito's dedication to excellence.

Cucina Alfabeto also offers cultural immersion with live music, poetry readings, and author talks on select nights. Whether for a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a solo escape, Cucina Alfabeto promises an unforgettable culinary journey. Experience the magic of Northern Italy with us.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(412) 435-1111
Website
https://cucinaalfabeto.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
40 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Neighborhood
Northside
Cross street
Reddour Street
Parking details
Some permit parking on side streets. Parking on W North Avenue.
Public transit
13, 15, 16, 17, 54 Bus Lines
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

What 788 people are saying

Alfabeto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pittsburgh / Western PA
Innovative
Pittsburgh / Western PA
Hot spot
Pittsburgh / Western PA
Neighborhood gem
Pittsburgh
Innovative
Pittsburgh
Hot spot
Pittsburgh
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Alfabeto offers a warm, friendly atmosphere with "healthy delicious food" and "highly professional staff." The new spring menu delights with dishes like "scallop and artichoke heart appetizer" and "duck." Enjoy live jazz performances enhancing the dining experience. The "creative menu" and unique bookstore setting make it a "hidden gem" in Pittsburgh.

788 Reviews

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Leigh
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive service, with fantastic food, in a charming bookstore venue. A great meal all around.
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Chris
Pittsburgh4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great venue for live music and poetry. The food is good especially the pasta.
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Charles
Pittsburgh3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was very professional. I had the chicken and Farfalle pasta and my husband the Tuscan Fried Chicken. delicious. Service was impeccable.
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diane VIP
Pittsburgh30 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cucina Alfabeto is a warm, friendly, healthy, and delicious restaurant.
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diane VIP
Pittsburgh30 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Healthy delicious food, highly professional staff + warm, friendly, neighborhood atmosphere
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diane VIP
Pittsburgh30 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I tried the new asparagus appetizer. It was delicious. The spring menu is wonderful.
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Mary Beth VIP
New York City14 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Wait staff was attentive and informative. Food was excellent
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diane VIP
Pittsburgh30 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The new spring menu scallop and artichoke heart appetizer is fabulous! Can't wait to try the brand new bar bites menu.
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Gregory VIP
Pittsburgh46 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Service was very good. Our waitress attentive and made very good recommendations.
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Katherine
Pittsburgh13 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We very much enjoyed our evening-the service was excellent, food was delicious, nicely prepared and presented.We were there on a night that a jazz concert was presented and enjoyed having the music with our meal-
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Alfabeto is rated 4.6 stars by 788 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 13 times today

40 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Additional information

Cross street
Reddour Street
Neighborhood
Northside
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Some permit parking on side streets. Parking on W North Avenue.
Public transit
13, 15, 16, 17, 54 Bus Lines
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://cucinaalfabeto.com/
Phone number
(412) 435-1111

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