Trapuzzano Italian Chophouse
5533 Walnut St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15232
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Address :
5533 Walnut St
Pittsburgh, PA, 15232 - Phone (412) 688-8727
- Website https://trapschophouse.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 12
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy, Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Ana D.
I visited this restaurant and I was very pleasantly surprised It is a very upscale environment and the service was great The fact that is in walnut street is a plus and I often to there for shopping and now there is a real restaurant to eat in! Wait still more pleasant surprises; it has LIVE music !! This was a double perk for me. They play in the bar where you can also have dinner and it is just the kind of thing we need in a city like Pittsburgh ! Good food, variety, good service, good music, good ambiance... What else can you ask! So glad to have another option in the burgh!!
(4)James D.
It was very good the 1st time we were here, we decided to bring the family with us this trip... We tried some different dishes & we were not disappointed... Service was great... Food was phenomenal... Atmosphere couldn't be better... One of our new favorites...
(5)Farha A.
To be honest the food here is slightly below 4 stars - presented well and tastes good but simply not dazzling or crave-worthy. The 4 stars are mainly for the service and atmosphere, which was wonderful. The staff was exceedingly pleasant and attentive from the moment we walked in to the moment we stepped out. Though our main course took much longer than usual to arrive, the waitresses (we had two at all times - I guess one must have been training?) kept us informed and were apologetic. The carpaccio was tender and perfectly textured but had too much lemon in it - it was bitter and took away from the flavor of the meat. I ordered chicken parmesan which was average - I feel like I could have ordered it from a pizza place and had a similar experience - not bad but not great. The inside decor, however, is gorgeous and very romantic - makes it worth going to. There is a seating area with comfy couches to lounge where there is sometimes live musicians which is pretty cool. I would probably only return here only for lunch or appetizers because it is a little pricey for the quality of food but if you like Italian and want a classy atmosphere in Shadyside it is not a bad choice.
(4)Britnie J.
We were on the hunt for more yummy food and wine after the Yelp event at UP&C. We drove around looking for a parking spot near Noodle Head but that didn't happen so next in line was Walnut St. We found this lovely Italian Chophouse. The decor and overall ambiance was very nice and classy! I could relax in their lounge, sip wine, and watch the snowfall, while listening to live music and be one happy lady. They didn't have live music on the night I went but they had a piano and the dates listed when someone would be performing. First we were greeted by the friendly bartender and offered some fresh Italian bread with oil for dipping. We wanted to order the 12oz Asiago filled meatball as an app but they were out so went with the traditional meatballs instead. They were pretty good. Then for our entrees we ordered the Abruzzo Chicken. It was delightful. It's fried chicken with Gorgonzola cheese served on some mushrooms and spinach with a side of linguini. It was awesome! They had a great wine menu with plenty by the glass to offer and their cocktails looked delicious as well. Can't wait to go back and try their olive oil cake!
(4)Judi M.
Went here for lunch with colleagues during the week. It was empty. For the entire 2 hours we were there, no one else came in. The venue is very nicely done--a big upgrade from Max and Erma's. It was a very relaxing atmosphere. The waiter was wonderful and very knowledgeable--which was a big help. The lunch menu was very small. One of my lunch mates asked about a few other items he had seen on their website (that were not on the menu) and the waiter brought the dinner menu out. We ordered several appetizers from the dinner menu and were happy with everything. The calamari was my favorite--it was nicely done--light and very tasteful. The bruchetta was flavorful as well but the slices are bread were so thickly cut that they were a little too filling (not a bad thing for most people, I just prefer less bread...). My companions enjoyed their lunches (cheese soup, Roman burger, beef and mushroom risotto, chicken flatbread, house burger). I had the arugula salad with pine nuts and shaved parm with a balsamic glaze. It was light and fresh. The lunch prices were reasonable and the servings were a nice size. The only complaint I heard was that the zucchini chips (breaded and fried) were very mushy. Yes, I would go back....maybe for dinner next time.
(3)Old F.
Excellent meal. I had the paletto to start which contained 3 meatballs, which were very good with a fresh tomatoes sauce and fantastic juicy pork veal and beef meatball. The vegetable cream soup was excellent and fresh from their roof garden. My companions enjoyed their sausage and peppers, and also the salmon rissoto special. My lasagna was well done with the similarly great meat as the meatball and fresh sauce. I would recommend the restaurant to anyone.
(5)Jared M.
Went here for valentines day and the atmosphere was great. Drinks were amazing. Great craft beer selection. Food was very good. Cooked to temperature and portion sizes were very good. Definitely didn't leave feeling hungry and didn't have any leftovers. Amazing deserts as well. Will be going back again for sure.
(4)Caleb A.
Some friends and I came here for cocktails during their Thursday happy hour, and right off the bat I was impressed with the venue and atmosphere. I was greeted with a large, elegant dining room and relaxed lounge area adjacent to it, with a very skilled guitarist playing. It was not crowded, due to the wonderful 10 degree Pittsburgh weather, but that allowed us to get a feel for the staff and general vibe of the place. The bartender and waiters/waitresses were welcoming and helpful, their special drink prices were extremely fair, and the cocktails were delicious. Looking forward to trying the food. Would recommend for anyone looking for happy hour drinks or a place to enjoy quality live music in Pittsburgh (Thursday through Saturday evening).
(5)Robert N.
This place is fantastic, the Meatball appetizer is to die for. Veal Chop was perfectly done. Marinara sauce was full of flavor. Great atmosphere. Plus, they sell Leaf and Bean Cigars..
(5)Kimmy J.
It wasn't the worst, but wasn't the best. Portions were small for the price. Service was great. Food was ok, nothing amazing to make me want to go back. I had a salad with grilled shrimp...came with 4. My husband had chicken parm. The sauce wasn't marinara...it seemed like it was more on the vodka side?
(3)Bill Y.
Yikes! We waited about an hour to be seated past our reservation time, only to be told by the waiter that the kitchen is 45 minutes behind on everything. If you can't do your job,what about considering another profession that is better suited to your talents. We loved the busboy, though. Only person in the joint who understood customer service. Yikes!
(1)Rob P.
A 1950's old school menu and decor...a great concept for 1970. Why not more authentic northern and southern cooking. Want to experience Italian American Pittsburgh circa 1970? It's missing the fried zucchini ;)
(1)Kirk P.
I was at both their test nights and the grand opening. Both experiences were extremely positive. Both food and beverage and service were above average and the staff went above and beyond to ensure we were enjoying ourselves. The interior is nicely redone and a beautiful contrast to what it was. I've had such good experiences I typically have lunch here once a week. The pizzas are very good. The sandwiches are good. The appetizers are very good. The zucchini chips instead of fries are different and good. I am looking forward to having dinner here on a busy weekend night moving forward. As with any new restaurant there can be growing pains however this is a restaurant, both in quality and service, that is needed in the East End of Pittsburgh. Unlike some of the other posts I am looking forward to continuing to patronize this restaurant. Good luck to the owners and entire staff!
(4)LM G.
Ate here in April with my husband and another couple. The food was just okay, but the service was horrible. Our waitress was not educated on the menu. Our order was messed up. On several occasions, our waitress walked past our table and threw in her thoughts on our conversation. If this restaurant is trying to be a little upscale, there needs to be a lot of time spent training the waitstaff. I guess, it's "top down". The general manager, Michael, reached out to me and offered gift certificate to give their restaurant another try. He wanted ""to personally make sure" we had a good experience. That was in April. It is now June and I've received nothing. I did follow up once to no avail. If this is the type of management running this restaurant, I guess it is unfair to expect more from the staff. There are so many good restaurants in Pittsburgh, don't waste your time and money on this one!
(1)Beth H.
We actually give a 3.5. Food was good. I particularly liked my mushroom asparagus pasta dish - very flavorful. My partner was not as crazy about his sun dried tomato pasta dish - not as flavorful. Very good bruschetta. Excellent salad options, and dessert options. Very nice wait staff. Our only complaint is that the wine selection did not have any good $25 - $35 bottle options. The ambiance is very nice and we plan to go again.
(3)MaryAlice R.
It is like restaurants like these that make me wish there was a 3.5 star option. I had a really lovely time with my date on my birthday here, it was also mother's day. The place was kind of empty for it being mother's day, which made me a little nervous at first. I like the decor, but I am not sure the white table clothes were necessary, it made me feel like the whole experience was going to be top notch and fancy. However, it was quite relaxing and not fancy, our server looked our age and was joking around with us about drinking until 4 in the morning.. The drinks we pretty good, I ordered the moonshine martini and my date ordered the blackened old fashioned. We then ordered the Trapuzzano which was my favorite. Food-wise, we ordered chicken parm and gnocchi with pesto cream sauce, which was recommended by the server when I asked what he would pick. I would say they were both delicious plates. The chicken with the parm started getting cold quickly though. The bread and olive oil for starters was also another plus, the bread came out warm both times and the seasonings in the olive oil made it pretty tasty. Overall, I would say it was a very nice experience, however, I don't know if I was 100% sold on the complete idea and if I would come back anytime soon. WAY too many amazing restaurants in Pittsburgh.
(4)Andrew S.
Delectable Italian food in a great location. We sat in the front of the restaurant in the lounge area near the windows on a stormy night enjoying a great bottle of wine and some good eats. We had the arugula salad, Wedge salad, some of their fresh Italian bread with their homemade olive oil and herbs mixture to start; for dinner, the Abruzzo Chicken really stole the show (waitress recommendation) and the rib eye with marsala cream sauce was good as well. Great spot for Italian food and their happy hour is a good deal as well. I'd still say Girasole takes the cake as far as Italian food goes in Shadyside but Trapuzzano is a close second; their beef options add a nice touch to a well planned out menu.
(4)Ragini G.
Ate here on a recent Sunday night and the restaurant was pretty empty. The decor is really nice and upscale. The service was ok. They give you pretty tasty dipping oil and bread to start, but we were a little disappointed that the pasta dishes did not come with a salad to start. The chicken parm was pretty good and the half portion was more than enough for one person. It could have used more spice/flavor though. I think we may stick to Girasole in the future when we want Italian. I'd like to come back to try their reverse martini happy hour sometime.
(3)Brent P.
My wife and I attended a birthday party at Trapuzzano. We were hungry so we decided to have a go at it. My wife and I are not fans of Italian food, mind you. In the ten years that we've been together, we've never once gone to an Italian restaurant for dinner. The atmosphere was interesting. There was a live jazz / rock band playing. The crowd was a mixture of Shadyside uppity types and families who were there for tradiitional italian food. The restaurant was clean and the layout is welcoming. Our service was above average. We didn't feel rushed and all of our requests were fulfilled, although the promptness of our service left a little to be desired. I ordered an Old Fashioned and my wife ordered a martini. Both drinks were true to form and well made. Our food was excellent. I ordered chicken parmesean as did my wife; I ordered red sauce, she ordered alfredo. We both commented on our dishes being the best Italian chicken dish we'd ever had. Prices are reasonable for Pittsburgh dining. All in all, we had a good experince here. With all of the great new diverse restaurants in the Pittsburgh area, it's good to see someone doing "tradition" and doing it well.
(4)Yianni C.
My husband and I were in Shadyside for an errand and we fully intended on heading to Capital Grille. It was a dark, rainy night so the evening called out for a warm, dark atmosphere. By this time, it was getting late ( 9pm) and we were famished. We noticed Trapuzzano's and decided to go for it. We were familiar with the Elbow Room so it seemed like a good fit for the evening. Plus, I was craving steak. There was only another table there when we arrived. we took seats at the bar ( I have to say, I was skeptical at this point). I ordered a Cosmo and it was perfect. My husband wasn't as crazy about his drink ( can't remember what he ordered) but it wasn't really their fault. He ordered something too sweet for his tastebuds. They graciously tempered the drink for him by adding some other ingredient. We ended up ordering beans and greens...delicious! They were well seasoned and had a little acidity. We also shared the ribeye with a gorgonzola sauce. YUMMY!!! The sauce was incredible and the steak was tender and flavorful. It was perfectly prepared to our liking. We ordered the risotto of the day as well and it was everything a risotto should be...cheesy, creamy, deliciousness. The grilled asparagus were also tasty. Toward the end of our evening, the chef came out and chatted with us. He was very personable, as was the bartender. They made us feel right at home. They even had us try a dessert on the house. It was like eating a cloud of lemon...very light and fluffy and not overly sweet. It had a few chocolate chips on the top. I'm not sure what it was called but it was the perfect way to end our meal. This was just good, honest food, prepared well. This place exceeded my expectations and I will definitely go back. Next time I will try one of their pastas.
(4)Wendy H.
OK, but overpriced, and why they call themselves a "chophouse" is beyond me, since meat was practically nonexistent on their lunch menu, except as an add-on for salads. I ordered the risotto, which came out so unbearably salty I had to send it back, and got the salmon instead. That was very good, and simply prepared, but I had asked for my vegetables to be prepared without butter or oil, and they came out with absolutely *zero* seasoning of any sort - just plain, boring, utterly unadulterated steamed veggies, although thankfully at least properly al dente. I think I had an appetizer or salad, but don't even remember it. In all, while good, it was an exceedingly bland meal. The service was very good, though, and they were very apologetic about the risotto, inquiring carefully about exactly what was wrong so they could tell the chef, and very quick to substitute it. They were also very patient with our being slow to order as we chatted. In all fairness, we were there during their first few days of operation, so perhaps the food issues were wrinkles that may have been ironed out by now. Still, the combination of high prices and bland food are enough to keep me from returning in any hurry. When lunch comes to $50 a head, I want food that's a lot more interesting. Decor-wise, they kept a lot of what the Elbow Room had had - dark paneling and floors - and dressed it up a bit. The booths are gone, replaced by all freestanding tables with white tablecloths. Very attractive, but certainly far from innovative.
(3)Craig O.
Came here for dinner and drinks, excited to try out a new place. Unfortunately, this spot did not delivery on their promises. The martinis and wine were pretty good and not terribly priced. However, this "Italian chop House" is not a good place to get food. The appetizer bruschetta was fresh, but not very good. Just tasted like diced tomatoes on toast. Salads were pretty good, but way overpriced. We got the asparagus truffle pasta, which was lukewarm and the noodles weren't cooked right. We also got the steak, ordered as rare. When it came out, it was way over cooked and had no pink at all. Sent it back and got a black and blue raw steak. Sent it back again and they got it wrong a third time. Desserts that were brought out were significantly smaller portions and lower quality than the tray of samples. Would not come back except maybe for a half price martini. Many better spots for Italian food or steaks in the city.
(2)Sara B.
We were visiting the area and someone recommended this restaurant. We had the filet, risotto, rigatoni, Caesar salad, bruschetta and tiramisu. All of the food was excellent but the filet and risotto were the best. We added the balsamic reduction with goat cheese to the filet and it was amazing. The meat was also cooked perfectly. The cocktails were delicious and unique. The service and ambiance were also excellent. The chef and owner both stopped by our table which was a nice touch. We would recommend this to anyone in the area.
(4)Simone H.
Trapuzzano is the newest of restaurants nestled above my second home of Walnut Street on the corner of Ivy. While I was sad to see the last business leave I have not been disappointed what took it's place. Walking up to the second floor entrance we were greeted by the hostess and asked where which side we would like. We were opting for the Bar before one of the Lounge tables were cleared just to realize there was an abundant and cozy lounge immediately free so we stayed there instead. They waitress came promptly and I was happy to see a familiar face. [She is also my Salsa instructor so I knew it was going to be a nice evening]. My friend and I both had a glass of the house wine and gazed upon our menus. The have a narrowed down lounge menu which is just great. We ordered the daily special of the Basil Bruchetta and the Calamari. I separately also had a half of the Arugula salad. The Bruchetta was spicy! This was a surprise for me and not in a bad way. Within Pittsburgh I have seen Bruchetta in all forms it seems from full tomatoes to diced tomatoes to a seasoned mixed sauce. This was on the diced end but was not lacking of any of the Bruchetta garlic kick! which I am so familiar from my dad's way of making it. If you like garlic get it, however for many I could see this being too powerful. The calamari came and large bits with a medium amount of breading. It was served with marinara. Unfortunately there was nothing special to say about this. Then the Salad. I am SO happy for this salad I immediately went out the next day and bought all the ingredient to make in house. Arugula, pinenuts, parmesan cheese shredded on top and sauced up with a Balsamic glaze! [I forgot how I loved balsamic] - at home I make it slightly tuned up but that's just me. Absolutely delightful. I do love my salad. This will be even better in the Summer with fresh local herbs. The ambiance is quiet and sophisticated and the lighting is chandelier dim. hmm... dimly lit. Definitely a new fav on Walnut for me.
(4)Larry G.
Checked out Trapuzzano's during their soft opening. Note that this review reflects accordingly. Overall, the service was very good and the experience was welcoming. The Assistant Manager welcomed up as the hostess stand and have us our option of seating. Lounge, dining room, bar area - all had guests - and we opted for the dining room. The food was decent (as expected for soft launch) - they fully acknowledge that there will still need to be some kinks worked out and asked for our feedback before and after the meal (++) We started with the bruschetta as an appetizer. Fantastic portion size, loaded with toppings and sauce - very tasty. The bread just needed to be toasted a bit longer. I ordered the salmon special with pasta and asparagus. All very flavorful, however, a small portion of fish and pasta for the price. She ordered the penne pasta with mushroom sauce. While the pasta was cooked to perfection, the sauce needs some work. It was rather salty and tasted like cream of mushroom soup with some added veggies. Overall, this is a welcomed addition to the Walnut Street food scene. Great ambience and great live music - we really enjoyed the live music from Jason Kendall - so much so that we stayed for a drink in the lounge area after dinner! I give this a 3.5* considering soft launch timing and potential for success. We will definitely return during the grand opening and adjust appropriately. Good luck!
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