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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 Post-Gazette. Updated September 2026.
Paris 66 Bistro · East Liberty
Paris 66 Bistro presents French cooking through a warm, informal East Liberty dining room. Crepes, sauces, seasonal plates, and a compact wine list create a recognizable neighborhood format without turning the meal into a formal occasion.
Le Mont Restaurant · Mt. Washington
Le Mont pairs a French dining legacy with a broad view from Mount Washington. Its grand dining room and long history set it apart from Pittsburgh'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. Careful presentation and classic techniques make the Squirrel Hill flagship suited to a single croissant, a dessert for later, or a varied box that shows the range of the kitchen.
Poulet Bleu · Lawrenceville
Poulet Bleu is a Lawrenceville French bistro back in service after a long closure. The refreshed dining room keeps its Paris-inspired direction. Start with escargot bubbling in garlic butter and parsley, or steak tartare paired with bone-marrow bruschetta. Lobster spaghetti with preserved lemon and tomato gives a longer dinner another distinctive course.
La Gourmandine · Lawrenceville
La Gourmandine combines a French boulangerie and patisserie in its original Lawrenceville shop. Baguettes, croissants and pastries make the Butler Street counter a useful stop for breakfast or bread to bring home. Try the crisp, chewy baguette or a chocolate or almond croissant; the bakery still lists this location and its baked goods.