Mercurio's Shadyside

So good! I went to lunch here on a Friday with about a 10 minute wait which was totally fine because it gave a little time to walk around at other cute shops that were around! Small dining space but layed out well and our food was ready very quickly. Pizza was amazing with very good quality ingredients. I got the pistachio and mortadella white pizza. I also got the salted caramel and death by chocolate and I preferred the chocolate but both were still really good. Will definitely be back again.

Love everything about this place. Pizza is some of the most authentic Napolitano style that we’ve had outside of Italy. House wine exceeded expectations, Gelato is delicious, and service is lovely. Giulio is an excellent host/server, and we were delighted to meet fellow Italians here.

Good pizza 🍕. We had the Lasagna, Margherita with prosciutto, Margherita, and Fungi. They were all quite good! We will return. Too full to try the gelato but it looks good!

I got a steak and arugula pizza and it was phenomenal! The caprese salad was delicious as well. I couldn't find my specific pizza listed online, but it was on the menu at the restaurant in shadyside. This place does get very busy inside, and thus can be difficult to navigate. The outdoor seating and atmosphere looked very pleasant, though.

Great spot to get Neapolitan style pizza. They have the best gluten free pizza in Pittsburgh. Wife is Gf and she’s craves it. Honestly can’t tell much of a difference. Gelato is tasty and great selection of wine by glass, half and bottle.

We tried the margherita pizza which was good. Also had the Quattro formaggi which was really good lot of flavor. The only issue is the style of pizza was flimsy and I like crispy crust pizza and completely understand that's the way this style is supposed to be. Next time I would ask it for it to be a little more done. Also had their pistachio gelato which was really good.

I liked the margherita con bufala pizza. It was decent. The crust was moderately soft and well baked! I would probably prefer having more basil in it because it enhances the flavor. Also, the pizza tastes better with oregano sprinkled on it. Keep in mind this is the Neopolitan style pizza. My server Amver was the best and amazing! Not a fan of the seating inside because it was kinda hot inside but it's totally understandable with a small/medium space like that. Absolutely loved the Vanilla gelato and would 100% recommend that!! I asked them to add burrata on my pizza but I later realized it didn't need that much cheese on it, so probably order the way it is! They have a beer menu as well which is separate.

Cool neighborhood pizza place, offering more than pizza! It was Friday night, not we didn’t wait long for a table. Food was delish, the Rustico salad and pie were delish.

This place is legit. I went with husband and my mom. My mom is 100% Italian and grew up with grandparents who made pizza just like this, according to her. We shared two pizzas. The red one had eggplant on it and the sauce was more like crushed tomatoes, which my mom loved. The white pizza had ham on it and the cheeses were so flavorful. The crust on both was perfection! My mom also had some homemade gelato that she also loved. I'd definitely recommend a stop in at this place if you're looking for a good true Italian style wood fired pizza. It's super causal inside so you can just stop in as is.

As someone who grew up on pizza in the New York/New Jersey area, I don't typically try too many other pizzas around the US, but as this one came highly recommended, we gave it a shot. We went after 7 on a Monday night, and even then there was over a 30 minute wait, which immediately speaks volumes to how regarded Mercurios is in the area. We got two personal pies: a white and a red. The white was unfortunately, disappointing. While there was some good flavors to it, unfortunately white in this case just means the absence of sauce, and that empty space isn't filled with anything else. This results in patches of cheese and toppings, and other large spaces unoccupied by anything other than the dough. The red was the same, if the voids were filled with sauce. This leads to a much fuller pie and flavor. We finished our meal with a gelato which was exceptional and could stand on its own in a shop dedicated just to that. Overall, if you call the white pie a mulligan, it was a great experience and one of the best pizzas in the area. But the white pizza really is one of the worst I've had, so stay away from that and you'll have a good time.

O.k., so it was time to try the gelato today. There are so many flavors that it was a difficult decision. I went with the tiramisu and mocha chip. They automatically place it in a pint container where they combine both of them side by side. I thought that they would be one of top of the other, which I have seen done in the past. They tasted really wonderful. I don't think that the tiramisu flavor actually tasted like tiramisu, but it was still good. The flavors tasted like nice soft ice cream and not really gelato. I had an iced cappuccino that tasted bitter and very burnt and off putting. I didn't like the coffee, so I politely asked if I could have a macchiato. It was a very small cup of very bitter and burnt tasting coffee. I am not going to get a coffee there again, but just go for the gelato. The service there is really great and super friendly. It is a nice pleasant atmosphere. I recommend getting the gelato, but I can't recommend the coffee, or pizza.

I had seen this place on yelp and I just knew it was gonna be good. I was right. The gluten free crust is also clearly homemade and probably the best gf crust I have had. If you want an Italian wood fire pizza experience this is the place for you. They also have gelato which is so so good! They don't do samples though. There is usually a wait as it gets close to dinner time but definitely worth it. Staff are friendly. Plenty of seating inside.

Incredible Wood Fired Pizza for a Pittsburgh Mini Trip! I stopped here for lunch with my sister to try her favorite Shadyside pizza restaurant. I came for the pizza and left full from a whole pie and waffle cone gelato. I ordered the Margherita Con Bufala with a Diet Coke and finished off my meal with Mango gelato in a waffle cone. Margherita Con Bufala This pizza is the one to get. If you're feeling indecisive or just prefer something simple. This is a safe bet for a stellar pie. According to their menu, this has won awards and my tastebuds agree. The pizza is perfectly thin with an airy springy crust. The San Marzano tomato sauce is sweet and delicious topped with the perfect ratio of Buffalo mozzarella. As others have reviewed, the oil and moisture from tomatoes can "pool" on top of the pie but this is what is expected with fresh ingredients and olive oil drizzle. I happily sopped mine up with the crust. If you're looking for a thick or crunchy crust, this may not be for you. Gelato The mango gelato was refreshing and much creamier than I expected. It's the closest I've had to authentic Italian gelato since visiting Italy two summers ago. Refills for drinks were offered promptly and service was kind and attentive. There was no rush to leave. It's the type of place that leaves you wanting to come back for more in both food and atmosphere. I'm not in Pittsburgh often but when I do come back, this will be on my list. If you're undecided on lunch or dinner for casual, family or even date night occasion, this is an easy yes to impress.

Fantastic Neapolitan style pizza. The perfect dough! Good service and size, great area. Will be back when we're in Pittsburgh again. The Diavola pizza is one of our all time favorites now.

Don't know what took me so long to try Mercurios pizza! Delicious Neapolitan style pies. Their burrata was amazing and super filling, it came with tomatoes and bread. The Olive pizza was outstanding! Have to finish dinner there with their gelato! Can't go wrong with any flavor

Really disappointing experience at Mercurio's after hearing this was the place to go for pizza in the Shadyside area. We were sat at a table by the oven which we thought was going to be nice, until they had exhaust heat blowing at us the entire time. Our server seemed nice enough at first, but unfortunately for us, she had a table of her friends that was there at the time and she neglected us and every other table during our meal. Truly a disappointing experience. But to the food, pizzas were sliced large, and light on toppings. Not bad, but also nothing worth going back for. The gelato bar looked good, but after our disappointing experience, we decided to go elsewhere for dessert.

Walked by this place in Shadyside after dinner and decided to try it out. They had a decadent chocolate gelato and solid vanilla with chocolate chips. Very delicious!

I got the Pizza Del Re for takeout. It was good (4/5) but not what I was expecting. The crust wasn't crunchy like most thin crusts, but it was still good and felt very light, which I liked. The mushrooms were great too! The service was ok (3/5). I placed the take out order for 7:15 a few hours ahead and got there around 7:20. It was ready around 7:30 but already a little cool when I started to eat it around 7:35. I will definitely try to eat at the restaurant sometime, but it was super packed when I went to pick up the pizza. They had a 1.5 hour wait and a big line for their gelato.

Went on a thursday night, got seated quick but took quite a bit of time for the food to come out. Pizza was good, will have to use knife to cut ur slices. Big menu for pizza so even tho these two flavors were just p good im sure they have more gems hidden there. Really nice vibes for a date place and they also have gelato and cool dessert options

Great food. Got the house pizza and house salad. Not too heavy at all. Enough to share between two people. Casual vibe. Will come again.

Nestled in shadyside, a small but busy restaurants has most authentic, Italian pizzas in Pittsburgh. Their pizza dough/crust mimics Italy to a T. Their food is very fresh, clean, and delicious. Their menu has a great list to choose from, so enjoy! They also have over 20 amazing gelato flavors to choose from. The only downside is that you can't sample the gelato. They also have gluten free dough! The service is amazing. All of the servers are really kind and helpful. The food also comes out relatively quickly! Definitely try this place!!

Mercurio's is a neighborhood and pittsburgh classic! Excellent, fresh ingredients and delicious offerings. We got a house salad and the prosciutto and burrata to share. Both were good! Nothing special but very fresh. The pizzas are really where Mercurio's shines. We got the Diavola and the Lasagna and both were great. Brick oven pizza with incredible crust and fresh, high quality toppings. Very basic service, but kind. We arrived at 5:45ish on Friday night and got one of the last available tables but we were shoved in a corner with almost no exit out of it. No emergency egress. The spacing in the restaurant is not great. Not handicap accessible inside. Especially not the bathroom.

Mercurio's is a Walnut street staple! As someone who eats gluten free, I'm grateful they have amazing homemade gluten free pizza. I believe they have a separate oven for GF (although still risk of cross contamination from dough tossing for folks with Celiac). The restaurant has a small footprint, so tables are close together. The service is kind and efficient. In addition to pizza, they have beer/wine and gelato!

Really awesome pies! Thin, but that's what I like and that's their cooking style. Awesome pizza. Delicious toppings, their sausage is SO good. Just a really traditional Italian style pie that you are sure to love The employees are also very kind and friendly.

I've been to the Fox chapel location a few times. First time here. The smoked mozzarella margherita pie was delicious, and I enjoyed the gelato as always. I enjoyed the mom and pop vibe of the Fox chapel location a bit more though. Fox chapel was eager to let you sample the gelatos before buying whereas this location had a sign against it. Staff very friendly but they told me if I wanted gelato before my check then go to counter to order. My table was then taken and replaced so I had to eat outside in the cold and pay at the counter. It was more cramped for space here and felt like you were being rushed out to turn the tables around...which I understand to an extent. But for that reason I'll stick to fox chapel

Got some takeout and on the way to the register to order is the selection of gelato which means I definitely got dessert before dinner. The gelato is good and they price by the weight of it. The pizza has a very thin, soft crust and a delicious sauce. This was my second attempt at eating here and it's always packed!

I love the pizza here! The place is a little small and I don't believe they take reservations which is hard. My friend and I love the Pizza Del Ray. The gelato is also delicious. It's not the best pizza in the city but is definitley a spot to check out.

Place can get pretty packed around dinner time so wait times are a bit longer. There is a separate wait for gelato if you dine in. There are a variety of flavors that you can try from and is priced by weight.

I visited Shadyside because my sister recently moved there for residency! The food is just amazing, I have been on the hunt for a good napoleon style pizza and this checked off every box. No pics of the food unfortunately but we got the Fungi and Four Cheese. The service and ambiance was also amazing! I felt so lucky to go here during my short visit to Shadyside. Hats off to all workers here!

I had this on a trip to Pittsburgh a while back and I've been craving it ever since. I ate at several restaurants during my several trips to the city, but this authentic Italian pizza restaurant takes the cake, or should I say the pizza, for being my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. the service was good, the food was the best, and the restaurant had an nice rustic aesthetic. If your going to Pittsburgh or live there, you MUST try this pizza :)

My favorite pizza place. The pizza is so good and much better made with the freshest ingredients because I can eat an entire one without feeling bloated. The restaurant is a little small so I recommend visiting during lunch in a weekday. The pizzas come in one size, about a medium but they are so worth it. Service is fast, and very kind. And they have gelato for dessert!

We had never heard of Mercurio's. The margarita pizza con Buffalo was delicious and the gelato was awesome. Cassidy was great too!

Really excellent Neapolitan pizza in a homey space. Everything on their menu is amazing, but my absolute favorite thing on their menu is the Bianca. They add tomato slices and so much garlic and it's just such a good combination with the chewy thin dough. The pizzas are always fast to come out after you order so there's never too long of a wait once you're seated, but getting seated does often take a while since the space is pretty small and it's a really popular spot. Don't miss out on their gelato either -- there are always so many fun flavors and you can get multiple in a single cup to try more flavors. It's the perfect sweet treat to end off the meal!

Amazing traditional pizza. Very similar to traditional Italian you find in Italy, personal size and delicious fluffy crust. The Pistachio White sauce pizza was amazing. Such an interesting blend of flavors that really works, pistachio pieces, fresh mozzarella and burrata, and ham. The house pizza came with a big pile of arugula and a couple thin sliced pieces of prosciutto. Under it all, it tasted like a regular tomato sauce pizza. Like other reviews, it is busy and small, but the food is worth it.

The food here is great. Amazing really. The wait was 45 minutes both times I came by. They do not take reservations nor can they add you to a wait list. I ended up eating my pizza outside on a bench ;(

In town for business and was craving pizza. Based on the reviews, decided to give this place a shot for some carry out. The price/value was reasonable. Unfortunately, the quality left a lot to be desired. I ordered the Capricciosa. The toppings were good, although somehow some were cold. Personally not a fan of the fact that nothing is chopped up. The crust was soggy, had to eat it with a fork/knife which wasn't provided. Pizza wasn't even remotely sliced property. Overall, very disappointing.

Started my Pittsburgh foodie adventures in this adorable little sit-down pizza restaurant in Shadyside! We tried the Pizza Del Re (white pizza) and Pizza Della Casa (red pizza), and both lived up to the hype! Pizza Del Re: - White pizza with mozzarella, truffle spread, & prosciutto (it comes with mushrooms too, but we got it without because my boyfriend doesn't like mushrooms) - A super rich truffle taste that was so yummy - Loved the thin crust, but there were parts that tasted a little too burnt Pizza Della Casa: - Red tomato sauce pizza with mozzarella, grape tomatoes, arugula, prosciutto, & parmigiano - I love the combination of prosciutto & arugula and it was a plus that the arugula tasted so fresh & wasn't bitter - I personally prefer red sauce over white sauce, so I liked this pizza a little bit more To top off your meal here, make sure to get their gelato for dessert! I got a small size with 2 flavors -- tiramisu and hazelnut. Both flavors were super rich and yummy and definitely satisfied my sweet tooth.

The pizza was delicious! As a someone who does not fancy pizza often, this was pretty good. The service was friendly and fast, I would definitely come again to try different flavors/dishes.

Service was great. Very accommodating. Answered our questions. Food came promptly. We even stopped back later for gelato which was also great. For all the restaurants on this block, for dinner at least you don't want to eat at most of them. Mercurio's should be your exception. All that being said, center of the pizza could be a little less limp.

Mercurio's is in every way perfect. That's really all there is to say. I have always loved the Diavola pizza, but on my most recent visit, I was surprised to find a pistacchio & mortadella pizza on the menu (and a few other new ones) and it's so good it'll make you want to cry. Yes, THAT GOOD. (The other pic is of my husband's salsiccia & funghi pizza.)

We had caprese (my friend loves it so much but so so for me) as appetizer, and tried Pizza Del Re and Pizza Della Casa, the pizza dough is thin crust and kind of chewy and elastic but not so crunchy, while the combination of sauce and topping is fantastic. Never forget to enjoy their signature gelato before leaving, I chose the chocolate by death and tiramisu in a small cup. Definitely the best of all!

Love Mercurio's! The pizza is delicious and the service is friendly. Located on Walnut street in Shadyside, is the perfect place to stop in for lunch when out shopping. And don't skip the dessert! The Nutella pizza is a must try item, but the gelato is what they're known for. It's the perfect treat in a hot summer day (or anytime really).

Nice little pizza joint located in Shadyside! The service is great. Didn't have room for gelato but will definitely be back!

Perfect very thin pizza and gelato on the corner in Shadyside. Public parking right down the street. Excellent service. If you're thinking of Italy and want a pizza just like Rome, this is the place to come!

Mercurio's is great! Their pizza is delicious! Very thin crust which I love but it can get a little soggy. I believe you can ask for the pizza to be "well done" so it can be crispier. Their gelato is also a must after dinner!

This place is consistently amazing every time we go! Living in Cleveland now I still go out of my way to stop and eat there each time I am in town in Pittsburgh! The most authentic Neapolitan pizza I have gotten in the US!

Wow gluten free people should run here. Best crust hands down. Negative side is that it's an additional $4.50 for this crust (what the heck?) Had the capricciosa and the olives were on point.

My husband and I were looking for something a bit different, so we thought we'd try Mercurio's. We'd heard that the place is small and can get quite crowded, so we went during a less busy time. The Capricciosa pizza was good, however this place (at least the Shady side location) is better known for their gelatos. And what gelatos they are!. I tried the Black Forest and it was outstanding! I'm a type-1 diabetic who's blessed/cursed with a sweet tooth, so as I used to say in my old reviews, pump that insulin Susan, pump!

The pizza was so good. Crust was well done, tomatoes were savory, and the fresh basil really made the flavor come together.

despite being someone who normally dislikes pizzas (especially from pizza chains) i love love love mercurio's pizzas! they taste amazing, have plenty of toppings, and aren't too salty or oily. popular for a reason! love the interior too, very cute (the gelato bar is a plus)

My family and I were in Pittsburgh for the day and wanted to try a new restaurant. I'm autistic and chose Mercurio's because I knew that I needed simple, familiar food. The place is nice. The neighborhood is nice. The hostess seemed annoyed by our presence and could not muster a friendly greeting. As I perused the menu, I noticed a "no substitutions" clause, which is always a red flag. My son is also autistic and we often need more simple dishes without extra sides or garnishes. There was a four cheese pizza that seemed nice, but it was a "white" option...no red sauce. What I needed was the four cheese option with red sauce. I looked down and to my disappointment, that pizza doesn't exist. When the waiter came, a good looking gentleman with striking blue eyes and luxurious hair, I explained to him what we needed. I said, "My son is autistic and has a limited diet. I'd like your four cheese pizza but with red sauce and no garnishes. Just cheese and red sauce. Can you accommodate that?" He quite rudely let me know they'd be willing to make such a difficult exception to their rule but only because it was slow. Since I neither want to burden these poor pizza chefs with making an incredibly simple pizza with the ingredients on hand, nor did I want to be talked down to by an ableist server, we decided to leave. No substitutions are inherently ableist and exclude those with dietary restrictions, allergies, and neurodivergent kids with dietary needs. It's laughably ridiculous that a pizza shop would have such a rule. Pizza is the easiest food item to accommodate. But what happened next was atrocious. As we were leaving, the server followed us to the door, attempting to explain away their decision not to accommodate Disabled patrons. I had to tell him to leave me the f*ck alone once I was out of the restaurant and on the street. Oh, and the restaurant is too small to accommodate wheelchairs, so I guess they really don't care to serve the Disabled Community.

Highly recommend "Pizza Del Re". It's my go-to order whenever I visit. The service is excellent, with all staff members being kind and attentive.

We loved our pizza - nice crust, savory sauce and earthy toppings. A bonus - they also serve delicious gelato! Buy a couple of pints while you're there for home.

Service staff were friendly and service was great although the food took a little longer. The Pizza was fantastic especially the Sicilian Pizza . Staff were ready to answer all questions related to the menu. Gelato was absolutely delicious and was not expensive at all. The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming as expected from a family owned restaurant.

I rarely leave reviews that are not positive but wow this was necessary... I have loved Mercurio's for years up until yesterday when I found GLASS pieces in my mouth after biting down on a slice. I was shocked that I found 2 pieces of glass in my mouth and I'm honestly fearful of what I may have ingested. When I called and spoke to Julio the general manager he said "sorry" and refunded me just that one pizza. What kind of restaurant doesn't comp the entire meal after finding GLASS in a customers food. I hate to say that I won't be eating here anymore as this was a long-time favorite of mine.

I recommend this place - BUT - dine in. These pies don't travel well. They're uber-thin and def tasty, but even in my 10-min drive home, they were pretty beat and cold. Now- the good news! The crust is flavorful with its blistered edges straight from the oven, the marinara quite good, and the Buffalo mozz def fresh. We got 3 pies - which are pretty small: Margherita con Buffalo (self explanatory), Provola (smoked mozz - which didn't really come thru with much smoked flavor, leaving us feeling like we had 2 of the same margherita pizzas), and Funghi (same as margherita add mushrooms). The latter was by far our fave. It was meatier and more substantive. Next time we'll definitely get some kind of salad and maybe have olives added. The pizzas are good, but there's really not much to them. DEF will have gelato next time. Omg did it look great. This place - with its fast casual vibe (this is not date night material) - was packed. The kitchen incredibly busy. Definitely will return...

Many people there but the staff was able to serve us, no problem. Very cozy, full of people and good energy. The bruschetta was stellar.