About Allegro
Building | Community | Highlights | Mission
Cuisine is a celebrated art at Café Allegro. We look at it as a communal performance with each individual contributing to the total experience. Café Allegro opened its doors in 1986 in a quaint turn-of-the-century building just off Carson Street in Pittsburgh’s historic South Side. We were one of the first restaurants in Pittsburgh with an open kitchen view that allowed our customers to become immersed in our process. Over the years Café Allegro has grown a loyal customer base that voted us Best Restaurant in Pittsburgh for 7 straight years.
The concept of “Allegro” (“light and lively”) is central to the way we serve our customers. We know you didn’t rush through your day, meeting deadlines, and dealing with clients, to eat mediocre food with marginal service. Café Allegro takes great pride in being that special place where our guests can abandon the work-a-day world for a little while and enjoy vibrant food, an up-tempo atmosphere, and the best service in the city. Our return guests also value Café Allegro for its versatility. Whether you’re coming in to catch a cocktail before going to see a play at the City Theater or you want the full Allegro experience from paté to flourless chocolate cake, Café Allegro’s improvisational spirit allows us to accommodate a wide variety of dining needs. The upstairs dining area can also be used for hosting parties, presentations, and special events.