I'll tell you this... Emporio has become one of those places we like to take friends who are visiting PITTSBURGH from out of town. Located in the heart of downtown, I love this restaurant! The inside decor is great - very urban/industrial feel with garage doors that open in nice weather. Service has always been great! Plenty of seating, and a text-to-let-you-know-when-your-table-is-ready-system if there's a wait.
Food. I like the food at Emporio. I like to get the Saucy Balls (yes, kids can come to this restaurant). I order 4 different meatballs - usually the beef, pork, chicken, and the special of the month. I like to get the crack sauce and a side of Mac and cheese with the government cheese. My wife likes to get the meatball panini with chicken meatballs, smoked gouda (it is sooo "gouda"), and a side of crispy parm Brussels sprouts (honestly, these sprouts are killer good). AND if you're particularly hungry...you should get a side of Parmesan-herb French fries as you wait. It's massive and delicious.
Want a unique experience of enjoying some meatballs whilst being immersed in the best city? Who wouldn't? Emporio is where you need to drop your...