Dedicated football fans visiting Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft have their mock draft boards ready – now it’s time to build a winning dinner lineup.

The Strip District serves up some of the city’s best between-picks meals, just a 10-minute drive away from the stadium or a 30-minute walk from Point State Park.

Here is a select guide of where to eat in the Strip District:

Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar (46 18th St.) — If you’re looking to dine alongside the city’s history, Primanti’s is a classic Pittsburgh staple: This is the place famous for large sandwiches with coleslaw and fries inside. They opened during the Great Depression in the Strip District, serving the truck drivers and other workers who liked the convenience of a full meal held in one hand. Today, their “Almost Famous” sandwiches are served in nearly 20 locations; this is the original spot.

Details: primantibros.com

Hours are 8 a.m. to midnight, Sunday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Novo Asian Food Hall (1931 Smallman St.) — A market-style food hall with restaurant seating and a bar, Novo Asian Food Hall has three venues: Mola (sushi and other Japanese fare), Tan Lac Vien (Vietnamese) and Korea Garden.

Details: novoasianfoodhall.com

Hours are daily, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (6 p.m. closing on Sundays)

Balvanera (1660 Smallman St.) — This Argentine restaurant and wine bar is the sister location to the original in New York City, both opened by Chef Fernando Navas. Steaks (of course) along with seafood and other traditional dishes are on the menu along with a wide selection of small plates. Indoor and outdoor seating; open for dinner and weekend brunch.

Details: balvanerarestaurants.com

Hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Eleven Contemporary Kitchen (1150 Smallman St.) — This expansive spot offers fine dining in elegant rooms over two floors along with more casual fare in the bar area. With a menu called Contemporary American, Eleven has been among Pittsburgh’s top restaurants since opening in 2004.

Details: elevenck.com

Hours are 4:30 to 9 p.m., Sunday to Thursday, 4:30 to 10 pm Friday, ‍Saturday: 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday; Sunday brunch, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

DiAnoia’s Eatery (2549 Penn Ave.) — A family-owned and operated Italian restaurant that specializes in homemade pasta, pastries, bread and sandwiches. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Details: dianoiaseatery.com

Hours are 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

PaPa J’s Twin Plaza (2016 Smallman St.) — Focaccia-style pizza is the speciality here, made with high gluten flour, durum semolina flour and whole wheat flour. Fresh, house-made pasta dishes are also their calling card. Gelato is also available in cups, cones or a pint for takeout.

Details: papajs.com

Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Pamela’s Diner (60 21st St.) — With a retro-style diner interior, Pamela’s has all the breakfast classics including a selection of homemade hash and specialty crepes. Regularly topping the lists of best diners, Pamela’s is also known for being a favorite of Barack and Michelle Obama on their Pittsburgh visits.

Details: pamelasdiner.com

Hours are 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. daily.

The BeerHive (2117 Penn Ave.) — A family-run bar and grill with rotating taps and multiple bottled beers. BeerHive’s menu includes not only a selection of breakfast burgers but also specialty drinks such as a PGH Pickle Martini.

Details: thebeerhive.com

Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Tapville Social (1447 Smallman St.) — With handcrafted cocktail flights and a tap wall of wine, craft beer and sparkling selections, Tapville has a full menu of burgers, sandwiches and salads. This location of the national chain opened last fall.

Details: tapvillesocial.com/pittsburgh

Hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and noon to 12 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Kaya (2000 Smallman St.) — A Strip District destination since 1995, Kaya incorporates culinary customs from Caribbean Islands, South America, the Pacific and beyond, including conch fritters, jerk chicken and grilled mahi mahi. The Rainbow Salad is among the more vibrant dishes.

Details: kaya.menu

Hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, 11: 30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Coop de Ville (2305 Smallman St.) — Come for the fast-casual, chicken-forward food, stay for the bevy of arcade games, duckpin bowling, pinball and more.

Details: coopdevillepgh.com

Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Penn Avenue Fish Co. (2208 Penn Ave.) — A fresh fish market with a BYOB restaurant attached, there are sandwiches, salads, fresh soups, oysters, and sushi, plus pizzas (most adorned with fish).

Details: pennavefishcompany.com

Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m Sunday

Cinderlands Beer Co. Warehouse (2601 Smallman St.) — With its craft brewery on the premises — and 16 beers on tap — Cinderlands Warehouse has plenty of room for over two floors, with a covered outdoor deck. The usual pub menu of burgers, pizza and sandwiches is supplemented with main courses of chicken, pork chops and pasta.

Details: cinderlands.com

Hour are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, 11:30 a.m. – 9:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Sunday.

Updated restaurant hours for the 2026 NFL Draft were not available at the time of publication. Visit the restaurant’s website for additional details.

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