When it comes to good food and spirits, Pittsburgh offers a wide array of fine dining spots. Whether a business lunch or a romantic dinner for two, you’ll find the right place by consulting Point Dining. Restaurant suggestions are listed alphabetically.

BELLA VISTA RISTORANTE ITALIANO — 1204 Grandview Ave. (Mt. Washington), Pittsburgh, 412-431- 1660. Open 7 days a week for dinner. Mon.-Thu. 5:00 PM-10:00 PM, Fri. 5:00 PM-11:00 PM, Sat. 4:00 PM- 11:00PM, Sun. 4:00 PM-9:00 PM. Featuring the finest American-Italian Cuisine. Veal, Seafood, Homemade Pasta, Fresh Fish, Steak, Chicken, Homemade Desserts. Available for meetings, private functions, and more. www.bellavistapgh.com

BRADDOCK’S AMERICAN BRASSERIE — Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel lobby, 107 Sixth Ave (Cultural District), Pittsburgh, 412-992-2005. Formerly Opus, this new restaurant with a new chef offers country French cooking with a Pittsburgh spin. Featuring handcrafted cocktails, fast friendly service, and a value-driven menu with casual pricing. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. www.renaissancepittsburgh.com

THE CHURCH BREW WORKS — 3525 Liberty Ave. (Lawrenceville), Pittsburgh, 412-688-8200. Award-winning food and brewed beer produced in front of your eyes. Located in a converted turn-of-the-century church. Outdoor patio dining available in courtyard. Full service. Varietal wines and full service bar available. Mon.- Thu. 11:30 AM-midnight, Fri. & Sat. till 1:00 AM, Sun. noon-10:00 PM. Resv. only for large groups. www.churchbrew.com

CIOPPINO — 2350 Railroad St. (Strip District), Pittsburgh, 412-281-6593. Menu with dishes designed by executive chef Greg Alauzen that includes seafood, steaks, chops, and pasta. Nonsmoking dining room, bar, cigar bar, and private room to accommodate up to 25 people. Happy Hour. Dinner 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Kitchen open till 11:00 PM. Closed Sun. Validated FREE parking at 24th St. Garage. www.cioppinopittsburgh.com

THE CLUBHOUSE RESTAURANT — Clarion Hotel, 300 Tarentum Bridge Rd., New Kensington, 724-335- 9171. Open daily for breakfast 6:30 AM-10:30 AM with a Sunday Brunch 10:30 AM-2:00 PM, dinner daily 4:30 PM-10:00 PM. Closed for lunch. Dinner menu featuring pasta, seafood, chicken, steaks, and savory salads. Beverages include wine and beer. Private banquet facilities available for meetings and special occasions.

DOUBLE WIDE GRILL — 2339 E. Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-390-1111. A converted and renovated gas station filled with memorabilia. Wood grill specialties include barbeque ribs, burgers, fresh fish, and vegetarian dishes plus vegan items. Open daily and serving till 10:00 PM, weekends till 11:00 PM. Brunch Sat. & Sun. 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. www.doublewidegrill.com

FAT HEAD’S SOUTH SHORE SALOON — 1805 E. Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-431-7433. www.fatheads.com Newly expanded with outdoor patio dining. Open 7 days for oversized sandwiches, burgers, wings, steaks, ribs, salads, and more. Outstanding selection of beers on tap. www.fatheads.com

GRAND CONCOURSE — 100 West Station Square Dr., Pittsburgh, 412-261-1717. Stunning views of the Monongahela River, eclectic gourmet dishes, and impressive stained glass windows all contribute to the aesthetic appeal of the Grand Concourse. The Grand Concourse specializes in innovative cuisine featuring fresh seafood, delicious steaks, and enticing desserts. Join us for lunch Monday through Saturday from 11:30 AM-4:00 PM, or dinner Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM-10:00 PM, Saturday from 4:00 PM-11:00 PM, and Sunday from 4:00 PM-9:00 PM. Our notable Sunday Brunch is available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. www.muer.com

GREEN FOREST CHURRASCARIA — 655 Rodi Road (Monroeville area), Penn Hills, 412-371-5560. Enjoy a carrousel of all-you-can-eat, mouth-watering meats, and a gourmet salad and seafood bar. Byob. Early-bird special, Tue.-Wed. 4:00-6:00 PM. Hours: Tue.-Thu. 4:00 PM-9:00 PM, Fri. 4:00 PM-10:00 PM, Sat. 3:00 PM- 10:00 PM, Sun. 1:00-9:00 PM. Reservations on weekends required. Closed Mondays. www.GreenForestCafe.com

GRILLE ON SEVENTH — 130 Seventh St. (Downtown- Cultural District), Pittsburgh, 412-391-1004. Beef, poultry, seafood, pasta, soups & salads, and great appetizers! Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Open late for shows on weekend. Resv. Sugg. Major credit cards. www.thegrilleonseventh.com

HARD ROCK CAFE — 5 Station Square Dr. (Station Square), Pittsburgh, 412-481-7625. This worldwide favorite now in the Bessemer Court at Station Square. Good food and surroundings with legendary music memorabilia. SAVE with your Point coupon. Live music weekly. www.hardrock.com

HOFBRÄUHAUS — 2705 S. Water St. (SouthSide Works), Pittsburgh, 412-224-2328. Open daily 11:00 AM-midnight. Brand new to Pittsburgh and South Side, this German-style restaurant and brewpub is patterned after the Hofbräuhaus in Munich with its Bavarian-style beer. Specialties include a wide range of ethnic dishes such as Wurstlteller and Jagerschnitzel. All-American entrees such as 10-ounce sirloin steak also served. Four Hofbräuhaus beers available year-round. No reservations. Open daily at 11:00 AM.

HOOTERS — Two Station Square Dr. E.(Station Square), Pittsburgh, 412-261-WING (9464); 3498 Wm. Penn Highway, Monroeville, 412-829-WING (9464). A lively Florida themed restaurant featuring Nearly World Famous Chicken Wings, More Than A Mouthful Sandwiches, Great Seafood, Salads & Soups, all served by the World Famous Hooter Girls to 50s & 60s tunes on the jukebox. Kids Menu. Resv. for groups of 10 or more. Lunch & dinner.

IBIZA TAPAS & WINE BAR — 2228 E. Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-325-2227. The creators of Mallorca present the first and the only authentic Tapas & Wine Restaurant in Pittsburgh. Outside dining available. Private rooms. www.ibizatapasrestaurant.com

INDIA GARDEN — 328 Atwood St. (Oakland), Pittsburgh, 412-682-3000. Voted #1 Indian Restaurant 12 years in a row. Critically acclaimed North Indian food served in a relaxed atmosphere. Lunch Buffet served daily that offers vegetarian dishes. Sunday Dinner Buffet. Full bar with 20 beers on tap and drink specials. Bollywood music. Half-off dinner 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM, 11:00 PM-1:00 AM. www.indiagarden.net

INDIA GARDEN — 3813 William Penn Highway, Monroeville, 412-372-0400. Voted #1 Indian Restaurant 12 years in a row. Banquet facilities available. Seating up to 150 people. We do all occasions. Parties, Weddings, Graduations, Birthdays, and Office Meetings. Sunday Dinner Buffet & Tuesday Dinner Buffet, 5:30 PM-9:30 PM. Lunch Buffet daily, 11:30 AM-3:00 PM, dinner till 10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. till 11:00 PM. www.indiagarden2.com

JIMMY JOHN’S — 506 Liberty Ave. (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-697-0999. World’s Greatest Gourmet Sandwiches. Free delivery to hotels. Mon.-Fri. 10:30 AM-6:30 PM, Sat. 10:30 AM-5:00 PM. Closed Sundays. America’s #1 Sandwich Delivery!

MAHARAJA RESTAURANT — 1150 Banksville Rd., Pittsburgh, 412-563-2444. North Indian Cuisine. All you can eat, Daily Lunch & Dinner Buffets. Minutes from Downtown and Greentree. Catering for all occasions. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 11:00 AM-2:30 PM, Sat. & Sun. noon-3:00 PM., daily 5:00 PM-10:00 PM. Closed Mondays.

MALLORCA — 2228 E. Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-488-1818. Visit Spain and Portugal for dinner. Authentic Spanish and Portuguese style cuisine. Specializing in seafood, fantastic paella, and the city’s best sangria. Mon.-Thu. 11:30 AM-10:30 PM, Fri. & Sat. 11:30 AM-11:30 PM, Sun. noon-10:00 PM. www.mallorcarestaurant.com

MANTINI’S WOOD FIRED — 1209 E. Carson St. (South Side), Pittsburgh, 412-488-3560. CLASSIC AMERICAN CUISINE DRESSED UP WITH CASUAL SOPHISTICATION. Wonderfully upscale in a warm and cozy ambiance and menu selections to die for. Lunch Mon.- Fri. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM, Sat. 12:30 PM-3:00 PM; dinner Mon.-Thu. 5:30 PM-10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. till 11:00 PM. Closed Sundays. www.mantiniswoodfired.com

McCORMICK & SCHMICK’S Seafood Restaurants — Two locations. Newest location at 301 Fifth Ave.-Piatt Place (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-201-6992. Also at 2667 Sidney St., South Side Works (South Side) Pittsburgh, 412-432-3260. Menus with a fresh list of varieties of fish and seafood. Aged steaks, roasted chicken, salads, pasta, cocktails from fresh juices, and an extensive wine list. Open daily. www.McCormick&Schmicks.com/Pittsburgh

THE ORIGINAL FISH MARKET RESTAURANT — 1001 Liberty Avenue (Downtown at the Westin Convention Center Hotel), Pittsburgh, 412-227-3657. For the best selection of the freshest seafood in town. Excellent raw bar, sushi, crab cakes, grilled salmon, tuna, striped bass, and more. Also featuring outstanding steaks, chicken, pork chops, and sandwiches. Extensive wine list with over 52 wines by the glass. Serving dinner nightly until 1:00 AM. Minutes from all downtown hotels. Open 7 days. Serving lunch and dinner and take-out available. Valet parking. Visit us at www.originalmarketpgh.com or call 1-877-328-3474.

THE ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE — 20 Market Square (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-566-7925. Pittsburgh’s Famous Fish Sandwich and other delicious seafood. Mon.-Sat. 9:00 AM-11:00 PM. This Pittsburgh tradition also offers award-winning Maryland style crab cakes and delicious New England Clam Chowder. www.originaloysterhousepittsburgh.com

PENN CITY GRILLE — 1000 Penn Avenue (downtown at the Westin Convention Center Hotel), Pittsburgh, 412-560-6394. An a la carte menu in this newly renovated restaurant on the 2nd floor of the hotel. Featuring well balanced and healthy lifestyle entrées. Serving freshly brewed Starbucks Coffee. Open Mon.-Fri. 6:30 AM-11:00 AM and Sat. & Sun. 6:30 AM-2:00 PM.

PITTSBURGH RARE — 7 Station Square Drive (Located in the lobby of the Sheraton Station Square Hotel), Pittsburgh, 412-803-3824. A rare dining experience indeed where you will find great steak at the meat of the menu. A fine variety of seafood and chicken also available. All done with exceptional flare in a relaxing atmosphere. Elegant but not formal. Dine along the water’s edge with an incredible view of the city’s skyline that’s just as extraordinary as the steaks. Open 7 days. Convenient parking. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. wwwpittsburghrare.com

PRINCE OF INDIA RESTAURANT & TAVERN — 3614 Fifth Ave. (Oakland), Pittsburgh, 412-687-0888. Authentic Indian Cuisine. Imported Indian Beer. Tandoori Dishes. Exotic Curries & Vegetarian Cuisine. Hours: Tue.-Fri. 11:00 AM-2:30 PM, Sat. & Sun. noon-3:00 PM., Tue.- Sun. 5:00 PM-10:00 PM.

PROMENADE CAFÉ — Hilton Pittsburgh (Downtown), 412-594-5160. The Promenade Café invites you to enjoy classic American cuisine in an exciting restaurant overlooking the Gateway Center. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Visit the THREE RIVERS PUB to watch your favorite game and enjoy a Domestic or Imported draft beer or cocktail. A great place to meet friends or business associates.

SAWA Japanese Steakhouse — Monroeville Mall, 710 Mall Circle Dr., Monroeville, PA, 412-372-8888 or 412-372-8988. Steaks • Seafood • Sushi Bar • Tableside Cooking. Full Service Cocktail Lounge. Open 7 days a week. Lunch Mon.-Sat. 11:30 AM- 3:00 PM; dinner Mon.-Thu. 3:00 PM-10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. 3:00 PM-11:00 PM, Sunday dinner all day Noon- 10:00 PM. www.sawahibachi.com

SESAME INN — The Shops at Station Square, Pittsburgh. 412-281-8282; Mt. Lebanon, 715 Washington Rd., 412-341-2555; North Hills, 711 Browns Ln., 412-366- 1838; McMurray, 2975 Washington Rd., 724-942- 2888. Lunch and dinner daily. Quality Asian cuisine served in becoming surroundings. Also offers a selection of light dishes with no MSG added. www.sesameinn.net

SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE — 2601 Smallman St. (Strip District), Pittsburgh. 412-261-6511. Unbeatable friendly service. Family friendly, family affordable. Large groups always welcome. Plenty of FREE parking. Generous portions of great Italian food. The unique million dollar Americana atmosphere is unmatched. Home of the incredible 15 Layer Baked Meat Lasagna. Open Sun.-Thu. 11:00 AM-10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. 11:00 AM- 11:00 PM.

SPICE CAFE — 328 Atwood St. (Lower Level, India Garden-Oakland), Pittsburgh, 412-682-1900. Drink specials every night. Big screen TV and Entertainment. 20 beers on tap. Open till 2:00 AM.

THE STEELHEAD BRASSERIE & WINE BAR — 112 Washington Place (Pittsburgh Marriott City Center- Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-FYI-FISH (394-3474). An exciting restaurant that has steelhead salmon flown in daily from the Pacific Northwest. An extensive menu of fresh seafood and prime beef. Serving lunch and dinner daily. www.thesteelhead.com

SUSHI KIM — 1241 Penn Avenue (Strip District), Pittsburgh, 412-281-9956. Enjoy authentic Korean Cuisine and exquisite Sushi Bar. Newly remodeled with private dining available. Come experience the #1 Asian & Sushi restaurant as voted by Pittsburgh City Paper readers ’97-03. Lunch & dinner daily. Tue.-Thu. 11:30 AM-10:00 PM, Fri. & Sat. 11:30 AM-11:00 PM, Sun. & holidays noon-9:00 PM. Closed Mon. www.sushikim.com

THE 1902 TAVERN — 24 Market Square (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-471-1902. Pittsburgh’s premiere chop house menu highlighted by an authentically restored turn-of-the-century tavern. A true chop house selection of beef, veal, lamb, and pork. Enjoy pasta, seafood, and raw bar specialties. Sip at the Vodka Bar. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 AM-2:00 AM. Open Sundays of Steelers Home Games.

THE TERRACE — Omni William Penn Hotel on Mellon Sq. (Downtown), Pittsburgh, 412-553-5235. Featuring regional cuisine as well as traditional Pittsburgh favorites. Breakfast Mon.-Fri. 6:30 AM-11:00 AM, Sat. till 11:30 AM, Continental Breakfast 11:00 AM-11:30 AM; lunch Mon.-Sat. 11:30 AM-2:00 PM; dinner Mon.- Sat. 5:00 PM-10:00 PM; Plated Brunch Sunday 6:30 AM-2:00 PM.

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