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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   The food was amazing, the restaurant is beautiful and the service is very kind and professional.

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   Foodie

   New York Area

   75 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   75 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   The Vandal was fantastic! Perfect birthday dinner. I had the oysters with the Yuzu mignonette which were outstanding. My wife and I shared the new small plates of Mushroom brochette, foie toast and crab croquettes all new on the menu and outstanding. My wife had her favorite dish, the Caserecce pasta, which we hope does not come off the menu for a long time and I had the gnocchetti a l"Amatiriccana which was new and outstanding. It had just the right amount of heat without being overpowering. The date cake was sublime and the drinks outstanding. Service was friendly and perfect.

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   MonicaK

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 15, 2023

   overall2food1service3ambience3

   We came here on a date night and it coincidentally was restaurant week in Pittsburgh. I knew the menu when I booked the reservation and did not mind the options. We have never been to The Vandal before. It was super tiny and intimate which I liked but also brought with it a loud noise level so you’ll have that. We sat at the bar because our other option was a tiny two seater table in the middle of a cramped room where my elbows would have hit the person next to me. The bartender waited on us. She did not speak to us unless it was order time for a drink or food. Kinda seemed like she was in a bad mood, which is odd for a bartender since they usually converse with people at the bar and might seem more welcoming. The kitchen is an open concept so the four cooks shoved into a small spot kept evaluating the dining room since it was not busy enough for them to be busy. The food..was unimpressive. I was kinda shocked bc for restaurant week you would think they would wanna impress people coming out and trying new places to want to come back too. The salmon although cooked well, had zero seasoning and was bland. The “side dish” underneath the fish was mostly crunchy bits and a few small potatoes cut in half. Again nothing that would wow anyone or make someone think about coming back to eat. The drinks were prob the better part of the dinner and even those were just alright. Just a disappointing dinner experience and as much as we love Lawrenceville, we won’t try this place again even with their normal menu.

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4. O

   Oliver

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 13, 2023

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   They did not have there regular menu. Nothing on the specialty menu was what we were looking for. Unfortunately, we left without ordering.

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   Windy

   Pittsburgh

   2 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on January 7, 2023

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   $90 steak was inedible. Really need to do better.

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   Christen

   Pittsburgh

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 6, 2023

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   The duck and swordfish entrees were delicious but the steak was chewy, which was disappointing especially for how expensive it is. Service was great and the server's recommendations were perfect. Burrata with the beets was delicious and so was the tartare, but I'd prefer a finer dice on the tartare personally

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7. F

   Foodie

   New York Area

   76 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   76 reviews

   Dined on January 6, 2023

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   The Vandal was great as always. Glad I had the pork chop for the first time as the server told us it was coming off the menu for the winter menu. It was luscious! I am not a big fan of Creme Brulee, but the Vandal's version was a revelation. The service was perfect.

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   Evchambs

   Pittsburgh

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on January 1, 2023

   overall5food5service3ambience4

   Pre-Fixe menu for NYE was incredible. Awesome place for a date night.

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   Foodie

   New York Area

   76 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   76 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2022

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   The Vandal was sublime. The house was full and the service was perfect. Our server had great knowledge of the wine selections which really helped us. We had our main server, but the other servers and manager helped serve us through the night making everything super smooth and relaxed. We had four smaller plates and desert and the food was wonderful. It was really enjoyable just sitting and watching a restaurant work to perfection with the patrons really enjoying themselves. The Vandal really had a great buzz.

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    MarilynN

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    We had an absolutely fantastic meal at The Vandal. The menu, the wine list, and the service were all top notch. Highly recommend the oysters, ricotta fritters, foie terrine, grilled octopus, and the chocolate torte for dessert. The Amaro and dessert wine selection is unparalleled. We’ll definitely be back!

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11. CM

    CatherineM

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2022

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    The food and service were wonderful

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2022

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    From the food, to the wine, to the atmosphere….everything was awesome!

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    Foodie

    New York Area

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Vandal is amazingly and consistently outstanding. I tried the new duck breast entree which was generous and perfectly cooked. The service is the best in Pittsburgh.

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    hungryjess

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I want to spend every Tuesday with $1 oysters

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    JamieG

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2022

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    Always amazing. Never disappoints. Wine is delicious, all the food was great. :)

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    JasperV

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    As a single diner I was seated at the bar. That gave me a great overview of the open kitchen and the very talented bartender. Overal this was a very exciting night and I would go back whenever I’m back in the city. As a starter I took the octopus which I found a bit over grilled loosing a lot of its taste to just the Smokey taste. Same with the swordfish and clams. The clams came completely dried out on the plate while the swordfish was overdone. It was not bad at all but maybe the kitchen staff would be on point with a few members less. After all the menu isn’t that complicated. Really great night and I know fish is hard but work on the cuisson!

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    ani8787

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food and quality but the portion sizes are very small.

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18. RA

    RachelA

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2022

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    Service good as were small plates esp octopus and the desserts. Main of duck was very small and underflavoured: terrible value for money. Stick with smaller plates.

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Great overall experience. The drinks and food were delicious!

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    Chris

    Pittsburgh

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A wonderful meal as always!! Highly recommend the duck and the pork chop. Octopus and Oysters were also great. Everyone who works here is wonderful!!

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    Fizz

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Very good food with relaxed but efficient service.

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22. RD

    RafaelD

    Pittsburgh

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

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    Been a few times before but this was the best food theyve had. Really knocked it out of the park and great value.

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    RichP

    Pittsburgh

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience5

    Cocktail was excellent, ricotta fritters were excellent but my main entree (chicken with salsa verde) was dry and overcooked. Wish I would have tried something else.

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24. F

    Foodie

    New York Area

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Vandalwas fantastic! The new Jubilee Farms dry aged Ribeye for two was a great dish served family style. Service was impeccable.

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    JamieG

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2022

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    Consistently great in all the ways. The Burrata was amazing and the Swordfish was perfect. I wish I’d had room for dessert, they sounded amazing.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

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    Pittsburgh is so much cooler with a place like the Vandal on its roster. The food is elevated while homey, experimental while familiar. The scallop crudo and steak tartare were to die for at the start. Joey hilty always makes a fabulous burrata dish too, you can’t leave without trying whatever the creation of the season is with this appetizer. The swordfish was light and refreshing, with the most perfect beurre blanc sauce! The cocktails cannot be replicated, which is what I always look for when going out- if I can make it at home, I don’t want it… these cocktails are out of this world, leaving you with the ability to taste every component and enjoy them all coming together. There’s no where more warm and friendly than the Vandal. It’s a must for out of town visitors and special celebrations alike. My girls night this weekend was the ultimate success because we started our night at the Vandal!

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27. CS

    ChrisS

    Charleston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience3

    This is a small place (~10 tables, plus a small bar), upscale, yet casual place with a sophisticated menu. I liked the vibe. However, the music and overall noise level made it difficult to have an intimate conversation. I ordered the steak, which was suggested to be ordered as medium rare... i asked for medium. It was served rare. I did not complain, but chose to eat half of it. My date had the chicken, which was mostly dry. I think this place would be good for the small plates they offer and a table of friends rather than an intimate date and I think I would recommend as such.

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    Schnazzy189

    Pittsburgh

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    The pate was to die for. Thought the scallop crudo was a bit over priced at over $20 to only get a scallop shell full of food... a bit too close to the table next to us for comfort, but overall a really great night! Will definitely be back.

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We loved everything! We will be back!

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30. F

    Foodie

    New York Area

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Outstanding meal at the Vandal. I had two appetizers for my meal, the Octopus with Jimmy Nardello Peppers and the Foie Gras Terrine with Sauterne Gelee both of which were out of this world. My Wife and I shared the new Kale Ceasar Salad which was decadent. My Wife had the Chicken dish was tender and moist. Service was perfect and friendly.

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31. H

    Howard

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Not your every day restaurant menu! Delicious food and beautiful presentation. They use all local produce so menu changes with the season. Everything made from scratch, including pasta, ice cream and cultured sweet butter.

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32. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome drinks, fun food. A great place that we will put in our list of go to's!

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    vito

    Pittsburgh

    193 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    193 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

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    We had the burrata, the chicken and the chocolate torte and a glass of house red wine. Food and service were great. The chicken was probably the most tender I have ever tasted with wonderful flavor.

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34. F

    Foodie

    New York Area

    76 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    76 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

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    Outstanding meal! Fig appetizer was great, big portion and very tasty. Ribeye continues to amaze me. Very evenly cooked medium rare with a nice crust and it cuts like butter. the re-imagined Olive Oil Cake with Brown Butter Ice Cream and Plums was sublime. Service was perfect.

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    MechelleL

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    One of the dishes we had was a standout the rest were completely forgettable. The buratta salad included stone fruit that was so under-ripe, it was hard and tasteless. To me this oversight was lazy and unforgivable. If you don’t have a product that is good enough to eat on its own, it should be removed from the dish or the dish should be taken off the menu. I don’t see how any chef could allow that dish to leave their kitchen. I’ve had better, more thoughtful, meals at area restaurants for a fraction of the price.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2022

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    Food was delicious. Tables were very... very close together. Felt like I was dining with the couple next to us!

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    THandels

    Pittsburgh

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

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    Food and service were fantastic. Music was a bit too loud..had a hard time conversing with my dinner partner without feeling like I was sharing everything with the tables next to me. Of course I’ll go back though!

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    Chris

    Pittsburgh

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2022

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    Excellent food and service as always!!

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    KimM

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience2

    I expected so much better. Our entrees were both bland and boring. One was quite overcooked. The appetizers were good but overpriced. Our server was fine but not especially proactive in anticipating our needs. The music was too loud. I will not return.

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    Dorothy

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2022

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    fabulous experience!! i went with a dear friend to celebrate 10 years of friendship and the Vandal was so generous and accommodating and lovely! Excellent service and very caring atmosphere- so much fun!! Thank you so so much :-)

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