What to order at Talia Cucina & Rosticceria

Must order
A fresh pasta and whatever is turning on the rotisserie, with an Italian red.
Editor tip
Dark and dressy downtown. Reserve for pre-theatre dinner in the Cultural District.
CuisineItalian
Price$$$$
Tasting menu$$$
Neighborhooddowntown
HoursTue 11:30-14:00, Tue 17:00-21:00, Wed 11:30-14:00, Wed 17:00-21:00, Thu 11:30-14:00, Thu 17:00-21:00, Fri 11:30-14:00, Fri 17:00-22:00, Sat 16:00-22:00
ChefTalia kitchen
Book ahead1 week
Last verified

Must order: A fresh pasta and whatever is turning on the rotisserie, with an Italian red.

Tip: Dark and dressy downtown. Reserve for pre-theatre dinner in the Cultural District.

Location

Address: 425 Sixth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

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