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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Pittsburgh Magazine and Pittsburgh City Paper. Updated August 2026.
Paris 66 Bistro · East Liberty
Paris 66 Bistro presents French cooking through a warm, informal East Liberty dining room. Pittsburgh Magazine's review examines the bistro directly, from savory standards to desserts. Crepes, sauces, seasonal plates, and a compact wine list create a recognizable neighborhood format without turning the meal into a formal occasion.
Cafe Du Jour · South Side
Cafe Du Jour is an intimate South Side restaurant with a leafy courtyard and a concise European menu. Pittsburgh City Paper recognized it in the city's French restaurant field. The small room, changing specials, and measured service make dinner feel personal, while the patio gives warm weather meals a quieter setting.
Le Mont Restaurant · Mt. Washington
Le Mont pairs a legacy French menu with a broad view from Mt. Washington. Pittsburgh Magazine notes that the dining room has maintained that identity across decades. Formal service, classic sauces, seafood, and occasion driven pacing distinguish it from the city's smaller bistros and pastry shops.
Gaby et Jules Patisseries et Macarons · Squirrel Hill
Gaby et Jules expresses French tradition through macarons, viennoiserie, breads, and composed desserts. Pittsburgh Magazine profiles the pastry shop's careful presentation and classic techniques. The Squirrel Hill flagship is suited to a single croissant, a dessert for later, or a varied box that shows the range of the kitchen.