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The Vandal, Pittsburgh, PA

The Vandal

4.8 (657)
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
4306 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Laid back neighborhood restaurant, focusing on intently seasonal food and cocktails. Small, ever changing menu ensures that you are experiencing the most exciting food in the most intimate of experiences.

With respect to simplicity and execution, we try to highlight the awesome product from our local purveyors with minimal "fuss"


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Italian, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Lawrenceville
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 657 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Lively

  • Pittsburgh

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Vandal offers "outstanding food" with creatively prepared dishes and fresh ingredients. Guests love the "incredible ambiance" and "friendly" service. Signature items like smoked trout rillettes and steak frites are highlights. With a cozy and lively space, it's perfect for a memorable dining experience. Highly recommended for its "cool Vandal vibe."
657 Reviews
  1. Dave VIP

    Pittsburgh15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The steak poivre and frites is outstanding, cooked perfectly and perfect for sharing. Cocktails are tasty. Nice evening.

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  2. Nick

    Charleston23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very consistent- had the soft shell crab feature- well seasoned, good temperature- the sauce was fantastic….. service was great!

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  3. Toni

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff made it so cosy! If we lived here it would definitely be a regular spot of ours. Loved the wine selection and menu.

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  4. Andrew VIP

    Pittsburgh167 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had some outstanding new menu items but had to start with old favorite the smoked trout rillettes, they are so bright and delicious. The Asparagus with Lobster and sauce Americaine was an eye-opener. I had never had Sauce Americaine before, and it was subtle and wonderful. We shared the roasted half chicken with spring salad which was out of this world. the peas and sugar snap peas in the salad were so fresh and delicious. the dressing and the sauce for the chicken melded together to make a wonderful flavor. Wines were tasty and the service ws great.

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  5. Rachel VIP

    Pittsburgh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The roast chicken was incredible, the space is gorgeous, the service friendly and excellent.

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  6. Mark F. VIP

    Pittsburgh5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, friendly but professional service. Fresh ingredients, creatively prepared. Highly recommend.

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  7. Aaron

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10. Memorable experience. Outstanding food and service. Cozy and lively space. Love it.

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  8. Andrew VIP

    Pittsburgh167 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Vandal was outstanding and fun as always! The Fois Mousse with the thinn waffles was amazing. Had the Duck rillettes for the first time, glad we did.

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  9. Rodney VIP

    Cleveland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is awesome! Whenever we visit Pittsburgh we will return

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  10. kevin

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this restaurant, wonderful experience, great food, great staff.

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FAQs

The Vandal does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

The Vandal is rated 4.8 stars by 657 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Pittsburgh / Western PA
  4. Pittsburgh
  5. Lawrenceville

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for The Vandal

4306 Butler St, Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lawrenceville
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Italian, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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