Oakland Restaurant Week
Pull up a seat because your invitation to eat your way through Oakland has arrived.
From May 10–16, more than 25 restaurants across the neighborhood are serving up everything from quick bites to full dining experiences. Whether you’re grabbing something on the go or settling in for a night out, it’s the perfect time to discover your next go-to spot.
This year, the experience goes beyond the table. Oakland’s retailers are joining the celebration. Just show your receipt from a participating restaurant at a participating retailer and unlock special discounts. It’s our way of helping you get even more bang for your buck while supporting local businesses.
Come hungry. Try something new. Stay awhile.
Transportation:
- Metered street parking is free after 6:00 p.m.
- Forbes Semple Garage offers $6 parking on weeknights after 4:00 p.m., plus all day Saturday and Sunday
- Multiple bus routes make it simple to get here via Pittsburgh Regional Transit (visit www.rideprt.org for routes and schedules)
Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and enjoy a week full of great food and great finds.
Eat | Shop | Experience
Eat
Enjoy these participating restaurants—and be sure to keep your receipt to unlock added value and exclusive discounts at participating retail stores.
Bao | CHiKN | The Cafe Carnegie | The Columbian Spot | Cork & Crust | EatUnique Cafe | GG's Cafe Express | Grapow | Hello Bistro | Jimmy John's | Jolina's 2 | K-Station | K-Town | Layne's Chicken Fingers | Melt'd | Meet Pho |The Milkshake Factory | Moe's Southwest Grill | The Porch | Prince of India | Recharge Cafe | Sciulli's Pizza | Smashed Waffles | Stack'd | Sushi ATARASHI | Szechuan Express | Tapi Lab | University Club | Unwind
Bao (400 S. Craig Street)
This delightful eatery offers a fusion of Taiwanese and comforting Asian flavors through handmade dishes like pork soup dumplings and flavorful rice selections. Guests rave about the bursting flavors in every bite, especially the popular beef noodle soup and unique Zodiac-inspired drinks.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 11-16):
15% off with mention of "Oakland Restaurant Week" (dine-in and carry out only)
CHiKN (3712 Forbes Avenue)
Nashville Hot Chicken in the heart of Oakland.
Restaurant Week Special:
$12| Sandwich + Fries + Soda
The Cafe Carnegie (4400 Forbes Avenue)
A bright, modern café located inside the Carnegie Museums in Oakland, offering fresh, seasonal dishes, coffee, and a relaxed full-service dining experience—perfect for a casual lunch or a break while exploring the museums.
Restaurant Week Special:
$25 | Three Course Meal
Course 1 ( Choose one)
* Brûléed Goat Cheese- roast artichokes, charred green onion, pickled carrots, squash blossoms, spiced sunflower seeds, house focaccia (V)
* Arancini- tomato jam, parmesan, fried basil (V)
Course 2 (Choose one)
* Vegan Feijoada- black bean, marinated tomato and potato, jerk tofu, farofa (VG, GF)
* Shrimp pappardelle- lemon, ricotta, grilled asparagus, brown butter bechamel
Course 3
* Souffle Cheesecake - Cherry blossom, raspberry sauce, dried meringue, freeze-dried cherry, whipped cream
The Columbian Spot
Experience delicious, authentic Colombian dishes ranging from arepas to a wide selection of native dishes, refreshing drinks, and more!
Restaurant Week Special:
FREE fountain drink with purchase of a burrito.
Cork & Crust (5130 Bigelow Blvd.)
There’s a fresh pizza scene in The Oaklander, and it goes by Cork & Crust. We’ve turned the tables on your favorite staples, establishing an elevated wine bar experience to sip and dine as you see fit.
Restaurant Week Special:
$45.25 | Prix Fixe Menu
Piattini (Choose One)
* Baby gem salad- sundried tomato, castelvatrano olive, pickled onions, garlic crumb, parmesan dressing
* Calabrian asparagus- “dippy” footprints farm egg, leoncini ham, parmesan, garlic breadcrumbs, calabrian chili
Pasta (Choose One)
* Drunken Rigatoni- vodka sauce, parmesan, pancetta dust, blistered basil
* Crafted, not Kraft Mac & Cheese- cavatelli pasta, smoked gouda, smoked cheddar & american cheeses, miso, chili crisp, scallion
Dolce (Choose One)
* Lemon Tiramisu- limoncello soaked lady fingers, lemon scented mascarpone, candied lemon, powdered sugar
* Blueberry Cannoli- blueberry ricotta stuffed cannoli shells, lemon curd, vanilla pickled blueberries, pistachio
EatUnique Cafe (305 S. Craig Street)
Flavorful. Made Fresh Daily.
EatUnique Café offers fresh, feel-good meals—from warm soups and artisan sandwiches to crisp seasonal salads and flavorful rice bowls. Enjoy customer favorites like our White Turkey Chili, Pesto Chicken Sandwich, and Salmon Avocado Rice Bowl, along with Korean BBQ-inspired dishes. We also offer a variety of vegan and gluten-free options. Breakfast is served weekdays, with all-day breakfast on Saturdays.
Restaurant Week Special:
Free Pepsi product with the purchase of a salad or sandwich with mention of "Oakland Restaurant Week"
GG's Cafe Express (300 S. Craig Street)
Our menu is built for the hustle of student life, busy professionals, and neighborhood residents who want bold, customizable meals without sacrificing quality. Mac & cheese, mashed potato bowls, salads & flatbreads!
Restaurant Week Special:
$20 | Craig Street Combo (Entree + Iced Tea or Lemonade + Cake Slice)
Entree Choices: Loaded Mac & Cheese/ Loaded Mashed Potatoes/ BYO Salad/ Flatbread
Grapow (411 S. Craig Street)
A casual restaurant that serves authentic Thai food.
Restaurant Week Special:
$21 | Grapow bowl + fish cakes + drink
Hello Bistro (3605 Forbes Avenue)
Fast casual salads, wraps, and burgers
Restaurant Week Special:
$8 | Wrap + Fountain Drink from 2 pm – 5 pm
Jimmy John's (115 Oakland Avenue)
A sandwich shop and gourmet subs.
Restaurant Week Special:
25% off purchase with mention of "Oakland Restaurant Week"
Jolina's 2 (3524 Fifth Avenue)
We are committed to serving the freshest, most flavorful Mediterranean cuisine in Pittsburgh. BYOB
Restaurant Week Special:
$20 | New BYO Mediterranean Bowl with Baklava + a Drink
Choose your own base, proteins, toppings, and dressings!
K-Station BBQ (221 Schenley Drive, Schenley Plaza kiosk #4)
A Korean Mexican Fusion kiosk that is scenically situated in Schenley Plaza.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 11-16):
$15 | Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, Kimchi Fries, Drink
Layne's Chicken Fingers (3621 Forbes Avenue)
Casual eatery featuring a menu of hand-breaded chicken fingers sandwiches and fries.
Restaurant Week Special:
Buy any meal and get one 50% off
Meet Pho (114 Atwood Street)
Experience the best authentic and delicious Vietnamese at Meet Pho.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 11-16):
15% off with mention of "Oakland Restaurant Week" (dine-in and carry out only)
Melt'd (3903 Forbes Avenue)
Melt'd is known for its generous portions and a focus on grilled cheese sandwiches and burgers.
Restaurant Week Special:
$12 | Any grilled cheese + Fries + Soda
The Milkshake Factory (3612 Forbes Avenue)
Step into The Milkshake Factory and treat yourself to your favorite gourmet, hand-spun milkshakes, along with our rich, house-made chocolates crafted from a tradition dating back to 1914. From indulgent sweets to classic delights, every visit is filled with delicious moments designed to put a smile on your face.
Restaurant Week Special:
FREE piece of small-batch, homemade Chocolate Bark with the purchase of a Carrot Cake Milkshake when you mention "Oakland Restaurant Week"
Moe's Southwest Grill (3616 Fifth Avenue)
Welcome to Moe's Oakland! Enjoy burritos, quesadillas, tacos & more made from 20+ fresh ingredients. Kid's, vegetarian, low-cal & catering options are available. And chips & salsa are free with every meal!
Restaurant Week Special:
$2.50 taco after 8pm
The Porch (221 Schenley Drive, Schenley Plaza)
Thoughtfully crafted food made with fresh ingredients from our local partners and farms.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 11-16):
$21 | Truffle Burger + Mocktail
Prince of India (3614 Fifth Avenue)
Indian restaurant serving Oakland since 1995 - offering a large menu of favorites plus an all-you-can-eat buffet.
Restaurant Week Special:
$10.99 + tax | Lunch buffet + fountain drink
$12.00 + tax | Dinner buffet + fountain drink
Recharge Cafe (3912 O'Hara Street, inside Pitt's Rec Center)
Recharge Cafe serves up nutrient-dense eats that are built to fuel: think omelets, protein pancakes, power bowls, and more.
Restaurant Week Specials:
$7.99 | Pitt Burrito - Choice of Eggs, bacon, spinach and tomatoes in either a flour or wheat wrap
$8.79 | Pitt Green Bowl- Choice of Rice with Katsu, avocado, edamame, seaweed salad, jalapeno, topped with wasabi mayo, and green onions
$11.39 | Squeezed- Acai Bowl with a 9oz orange juice"
Sciulli's Pizza (3404 Fifth Avenue)
Serving Oakland since 1980, Sciulli's secret to their great pizza is the daily-made dough and sauce, with freshly sliced cheeses and toppings!
Restaurant Week Special:
$10 Meal Deals
* Jr. Pizza w 1 topping + 12oz drink
* Any 1/2 Sub w Fries + 12oz drink
* Shrimp & Fries + 12oz drink
Smashed Waffles (3501 Forbes Avenue)
Casual, kid-friendly stop featuring a variety of savory and sweet waffles and breakfast sandwiches along with coffee, chicken sandwiches, and more.
Restaurant Week Special:
20% off any of these flavored waffles: Smashed Fuel, Best of Both Worlds, Sweet Insanity.
Stack'd Burgers (3716 Forbes Avenue)
Relaxed pub for burgers with creative toppings & craft beer, plus multiple TVs for sports watching.
Restaurant Week Special:
$15 | Stack'd Burger (1/2 lb) + Fries + Soda
Sushi ATARASHI (120 Oakland Avenue)
Japanese Cuisine, Made Your Way
Restaurant Week Special:
$15.95| Caribbean Shrimp Roll Combo + a Side of Your Choosing, and a Drink of Your Choosing!
Caribbean Shrimp Roll: Ebi (Shrimp), Kani (Crabstick), Arcadian Blend Lettuce, Chili Powder, Cream Cheese, Cucumber, and Mango in a Pink Soy Wrap served with Yum Yum Sauce
The offer is only available in-person, but guests can choose “Take-Out” when placing their order.
Szechuan Express (125 Oakland Avenue)
Casual restaurant serving generous portions of familiar Chinese dishes with vegetarian options since 1996.
Restaurant Week Special:
$14 | General Tso or Sesame Chicken + Soda or Water
Tapi Lab (3606 Fifth Avenue)
Bubble tea shop with homemade boba.
Restaurant Week Special:
20% off drinks with mention of "Oakland Restaurant Week"
University Club (123 University Place)
Not many people know that the main level of the University Club is open to the public. This historic building was built in 1923 and you get to celebrate with their Homemade Seasonal Pasta Dish. All of these items are made by hand, in-house.
Restaurant Week Specials:
$19.23 | Squid ink cavatelli, lardons, bacon sabayon, English spring peas, smoked browned butter bread crumb
$39 | 3-course “Homestyle Menu”, including:
COURSE 1: Lamb Pieorgis (lamb, taleggio cheese, mushroom, leek, jus)
COURSE 2: Squid Ink Cavatelli (squid ink cavatelli, lardons, bacon sabayon, English spring peas, smoked browned butter bread crumb)
COURSE 3: Unwind Gelato (seasonal gelato)
Shop
Make a day of it in Oakland. Before or after dining at one of our participating restaurants, take time to explore the neighborhood’s retail shops. Many are joining the celebration with their own Restaurant Week specials. Just show your receipt from a participating restaurant to unlock exclusive discounts at the following select stores. It’s the perfect way to dine, shop, and experience everything Oakland has to offer.
Argyle Studios | Hocus Pocus | Irish Design Center | Medical Center Opticians | Puccini Hair Design | Twisted Vintage | Underground Printing
Argyle Studios (3608 Forbes Avenue)
Discover a space dedicated to Pittsburgh's finest artists and makers.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10-16):
10% discount when you present a receipt from any participating restaurant.
Hocus Pocus (113 Meyran Avenue)
Specialty shop for spiritual supplies such as candles, crystals, incense, herbs, and tarot cards.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10-16):
10% discount with receipt from a participating restaurant, excluding Moldavite Gemstones and assorted jewelry.
Irish Design Center
Retailer specializing in goods and gifts from Ireland, including sweaters, scarves, and jewelry.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10-16):
10% off when you present a receipt from a participating restaurant.
Medical Center Opticians
MCO finds the right pair of glasses, contacts, and sunglasses for Oakland's college students and "yinzers" in the Steel City.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10-16):
20% off all frames when you present a receipt from a participating restaurant.
Puccini Hair Design (3810 Forbes Avenue)
Puccini Hair Design specializes in all cuts for both men and women! Check out their new home on Forbes Avenue!
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10 - June 30):
$5 off a haircut or 15% off styling products when you show a receipt from a participating restaurant. Restaurant receipt must be dated May 10-16, but the offer is valid May 10 - June 30.
Twisted Vintage (3717 Forbes Avenue)
Twisted Vintage sells vintage & used thrift clothing. It’s a blend of women’s & mens clothing. With a selection of clothing from the 90s/2000s & newer name brands.
Restaurant Week Special (valid May 10-16):
15% off when you present a receipt from a participating restaurant.
Experience
Looking to make a day of it? Check out these cultural institutions all within walking distance from our favorite Oakland Restaurants.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Main Branch (4400 Forbes Avenue)
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is a destination space for information, technology, community building, social connection, and fun.
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh (4400 Forbes Avenue)
Two museums in one building! Carnegie Museum of Art creates experiences that connect people to art, ideas, and one another and Carnegie Museum of Natural History is a place of world-class scientific inquiry and daily discovery.
Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (4724 Baum Blvd.)
LAMP offers a variety of accessible media types for reading disabled Pennsylvania residents, including print, audio, and digital.
Latin American Cultural Center (4338 Bigelow Blvd.)
Experience the arts, history and culture of Latin America. Featuring beautiful and informative museum displays, as well as live programming.
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (4338 Bigelow Blvd.)
Explore the beauty and wonders of nature at Phipps, encompassing 15 acres including a 14-room glasshouse and 23 distinct gardens.
Schenley Plaza (4100 Forbes Avenue)
Schenley Plaza is Oakland's green oasis Operated by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Schenley Plaza is located between the Carnegie and Hillman Libraries, the Cathedral of Learning, and the Frick Fine Arts Building. Formerly an asphalt parking lot, this much-loved community greenspace attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year, providing gathering places, entertainment, and a grand entrance to Schenley Park.
Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum (4141 Fifth Avenue)
The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall and Museum is a National Register of Historic Places landmark that is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the largest memorial in the United States that is dedicated solely to honoring all branches of military veterans and service personnel.