Fish nor Fowl

4.7

537 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 27 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Fish Nor Fowls chic, Italian influenced menu centers on beautiful ingredients, simply executed to deliver an experience like none other in Pittsburgh. The natural, clean design of the space combines functionality with comfort and beauty. Visionary Chef, Richard DeShantz, creates a rustic menu with modern takes on classic Italian inspired dishes.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(412) 460-4644
Website
http://www.fishnorfowlpgh.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Richard DeShantz

Location
5523 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3512
Neighborhood
East Liberty
Cross street
Negley Ave
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bone Marrow Risotto$26.50
red wine / lemon caper crunch
Spiced Meatballs$21.00
veal / pork / red sauce / parmesan / garlic bread
Shrimp$24.50
garlic / white wine / cherry tomatoes / pickled celery
Mussels$20.00
white wine / nduja / garlic / tomato / garlic bread
Duck Confit$20.00
white bean ragout / pancetta / duck fat pan fritto

Pastas

Bucatini All'Amatriciana$22.50
"amatri-chana" / guanciale / san marzano / pecorino
Mushroom Pappardelle$31.00
porcini / maitake / aromatic butter / parmesan / sage
Fusilli$25.50
pork sugo / broccoli rabe / chili / oregano ricotta
Gnocchi$25.00
potato gnocchi / traditional bolognese / parmesan
Seafood Linguine$35.00
clams / fish / white wine / garlic / chili / pan frito

Large Plates

Chicken Parmesan $38.00
fried chicken cutlet / pomodoro sauce / mozzarella / parmesan / basil
Rack of Lamb$50.00
baba ganoush / chick pea fritter / caponata / pistachio / lamb jus
Crispy Skin Duck$52.00
polenta / charred corn / grilled peaches / duck jus
35 Days Dry-Aged NY Strip Steak$58.00
artichoke cream / spinach / roasted mushroom / watercress
Catch of the Day
market price

Sides

Pasta$10.00
rigatoni / tomato sauce / parmesan
Rosemary Fries$12.00
balsalmic mayo
Broccoli Rabe$11.00
preserved lemon / tomato xo / fried shallot
Polenta$13.50
roasted mushrooms / parmesan

What 537 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Loved For

Pittsburgh / Western PA
Italian
Pittsburgh / Western PA
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Pittsburgh
Italian
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Fish nor Fowl delivers an exceptional dining experience with "phenomenal food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "delicious" whipped ricotta and gnocchi, and the "melt-in-your-mouth" bone marrow risotto. The ambiance is "beautiful" and "peaceful," making it ideal for special occasions. While a bit pricey, the quality justifies the cost.

538 Reviews

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Leroy
VIP
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The sommelier and waiter were amazing and tremendously accommodating for my food sensitivities! Loved it!!!
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Jamie
VIP
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply perfect! Best meal in the Burgh in a while!
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Diana
VIP
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious and the service was wonderful!!
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Phyllis
VIP
Pittsburgh
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Richard DeShantz created a unique city gem! Delicious food, excellent service & perfect ambiance.Thrilled to have as my neighbor!
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Megan
VIP
Cleveland
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Not good. A bit absurd to pay $40 for a piece of low quality soggy chicken, and an ADDITIONAL $10 for a child size portion of chewy pasta. Won’t be back
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Kady
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding service - Sarah was very personably and elevated our experience with her warm demeanor and attentive manner. The food never disappoints- everyone’s meal was packed with flavor leaving us all extremely satisfied and planning our next meal experience here.
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Ted
VIP
Pittsburgh
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding. May be the best experience we have had in Pittsburgh. Service, food , ambiance were superior. Our waiter and the general manger went above and beyond.
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Jim
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We showed up on time but our table wasn't ready, which was fine, however, they had no space for us at the bar, because they had seated the entire bar for dinner. So they kept us waiting in their ridiculously small entry way along with two other parties. Our server Dominick was great and the food ok but the consistently mediocre front of house experience at all of the DeShantz restaurants becomes increasingly annoying the more I am exposed to it.
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Gertie
VIP
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect and they went out of their way to make two birthdays memorable.
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Jocelyn
Pittsburgh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second trip to Fish nor Fowl and there was no sophomore slump! The dishes are creative and we've enjoyed making a meal by sharing small plates (so we get to try more dishes!). The service was outstanding. The only ding is for value because of the wine markup. (To be fair, most of the restaurants in Pittsburgh are doing this.)
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Fish nor Fowl is rated 4.7 stars by 537 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 27 times today

5523 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206-3512

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Negley Ave
Neighborhood
East Liberty
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Fusion / Eclectic
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Richard DeShantz
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.fishnorfowlpgh.com/
Phone number
(412) 460-4644

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Fusilli

Rigatoni

Seafood Linguine

Dips

Whipped Ricotta$11.00

Charred Baba Ganoush$10.00

Tomato Whipped Butter$10.00

Caponata$10.00

Calabrese Pesto$10.00

Bread

Buckwheat Focaccia$10.00

Board

Trust the Chef$75.00

Snacks

Castelvetrano$6.50

Artichoke$13.50

Beef Tartare$19.00

Meats

Finocchiona$9.00

Bresaola$13.50

Salumeria Pepperoni$11.50

Salumeria Coppa$10.00

Soppressata$10.00

Cheese

Mahon$9.00

Taleggio$10.00

Gorgonzola$10.00

Classic Chevre$9.00

Salads

Caesar$15.50

Wedge$16.00

Small Plates

Bone Marrow Risotto$26.50

Spiced Meatballs$21.00

Shrimp$24.50

Mussels$20.00

Duck Confit$20.00

Pastas

Bucatini All'Amatriciana$22.50

Mushroom Pappardelle$31.00

Fusilli$25.50

Gnocchi$25.00

Seafood Linguine$35.00

Large Plates

Chicken Parmesan $38.00

Rack of Lamb$50.00

Crispy Skin Duck$52.00

35 Days Dry-Aged NY Strip Steak$58.00

Catch of the Day

Sides

Pasta$10.00

Rosemary Fries$12.00

Broccoli Rabe$11.00

Polenta$13.50

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