Il Pizzaiolo - Mt. Lebanon

Il Pizzaiolo - Mt. Lebanon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. CM

   CMS811

   Pittsburgh5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on August 8, 2015

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 1

   The noise level in this restaurant makes it near impossible for you to have a normal conversation with someone without screaming. This is mostly due to the poor interior design. The service was subpar. We asked for a table outside for our reservation but were seated inside when we got there and told we would have to wait to sit outside even though they approved our initial request. The food was very good but some of the flavors were over-saturated. Simple fixes could be made to improve everyone's experience here but until they are made, I will not return.
   

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   LARLAM

   Pittsburgh1 review

   1.0

   Dined on July 25, 2015

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   We had 3 adults in our party. Each of us ordered a pizza (which was no more than the size of a pizza hut individual pizza), and a beer. Our total bill was over $70 before tip!!!! Seriously????? Was the pizza good? Yes. Was it worth $18-$20 apiece absolutely not. As far as ambience... the restaurant was so noisy we couldn't carry on a conversation. I would never recommend this place to a friend.
   

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   burghlaw

   Pittsburgh18 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on July 23, 2015

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   We had not been to the Mt. Lebanon Il Pizzaiolo in years. I had been encouraging my wife to return because she loved the Penne with Vodka sauce. So we came here for her birthday. Her meal in particular was disappointing. Although the penne is a signature dish, they no longer make it with vodka and it tasted bland. As a result she is not likely to return. My pizza (prosciutto and arugula) was good although for some reason the crust downtown seemed better. The service was a little slow particularly considering that the place was not crowded. I'll have to stick to the Market Square location.
   

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   Familyof5

   Pittsburgh14 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on July 18, 2015

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   My family has dined at Pizziaolo loyally since it's opening. Unfortunately, the menu continues to change and the service suffers. An outdoor or upstairs seating was requested. When we arrived, the hostess didn't think our request could be accommodated. A more experienced hostess stepped in and found immediate seating in the upstairs - there were several un-occupied tables there. We waited a good bit before drink were ordered and water glasses were filled. The once ample selections of the menu have been pared down. No fish entree. Although our starters (caprese salad, and mixta) were perfect, the eggplant rigatoni was completely tasteless (canned tomatoes with NO seasoning). We will return because we have enjoyed pizzaiolo over the years - we just wish it hadn't become so expensive and so spotty in performance and service...
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Pittsburgh3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on July 17, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Delicious food and great service! We'll definitely go back!
   

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6. TB

   TBTR

   Pittsburgh70 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on July 16, 2015

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Love coming here in the summer and sitting on patio. Feels a little like being n Italy with the green garden and fountain. The brick oven pizza never disappoints. I would say that wine is expensive by the glass. Best to order a bottle.
   

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   Linda

   Washington DC16 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on July 15, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent Italian food, very family friendly, I would especially recommend the courtyard, very peaceful and pretty.
   

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   JayW

   Pittsburgh11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on July 11, 2015

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great lunch on the patio. Food and service were great.
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Pittsburgh4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on July 10, 2015

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Great food, but SO, SO, SO LOUD!! We enjoyed our dinner, wedding soup, Caesar salad, lasagne, Milanese- all very good. Unfortunately, it was loud when we walked in for our reservation and the noise level continued to increase while we were there.They told us that the patio was closed- the patio was our main reason to visit. We were bummed, but stayed and dined in the main dining room instead. Now, we are not old- early We frequent restaurants and, in fact, my husband is a chef. We were not looking for tranquil. 30s each, but the noise level was unbearable. It was abnormally loud. It was not a young crowd, a good mix. We became so agitated by the time we got our meals that we could not wait to leave. We had never dined inside of the restaurant and will never again. Such a nice place.
   

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    Connie

    Pittsburgh10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 10, 2015

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2

    Wouldn't go back because you cannot hear yourself talk
    

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