Etta Cox brings her incomparable stage presence and vocal prowess to Alphabet City to regale audiences with beloved jazz favorites and reimagined hidden gems. Admission is FREE, but please register through City of Asylum.

Grammy-nominated saxophonist and composer Godwin Louis takes to the stage for Kente Summer Madness Part 3. Admission is FREE, but please register through City of Asylum.

This special Thursday Night Jazz performance features the album launch of George Heid III’s Intentions, a tribute album to his father’s bravery, sacrifices, and the bond the two shared as kindred spirits.

Join us every Wednesday for the Mid Week Mixer Happy Hour at Cucina Alfabeto! Experience a showcase of our featured cocktails with our expert mixologist, Chris, who will be doing live demos & bar tutorials, while crafting your cocktails to perfection. This week we will feature the Whisper & Sage. The full cocktail menu will also be available all night. Space is limited—reserve your spot now by calling Jareth!

Join us for dinner and drinks during City of Asylum’s weekly Thursday Night Jazz show. Enjoy a world-class jazz performance, fueled by the passion, knowledge, and immense talent of a man who has been drumming since the age of three.  Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please check the City of Asylum calendar for additional show details.

Make a reservation to unwind midweek at our BYO Nights! Bring your favorite bottle of wine—no corkage fee—every Tuesday and Wednesday for a relaxed, flavorful evening. 

Join us for a classic summer sidewalk party in partnership with our neighbors at City of Asylum Bookstore!

We’ll be grilling hot dogs, serving homemade punch and popsicles, and offering Happy Hour specials and Bar Bites inside. Meanwhile, the bookstore will host a sidewalk sale full of great reads.

Stop by for snacks, stories, and summer vibes—the perfect way to kick off your Independence Day weekend.

Join us for dinner and drinks during City of Asylum’s Story Club PGH Presents: Story Slam! (On the Edge). This July, Story Club Pittsburgh (created by the former producers of The Moth Pittsburgh) shares tales from the brink in Story Slam, their monthly nonfiction storytelling series at City of Asylum. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please check the City of Asylum calendar for additional show details.

Join us for dinner and drinks during City of Asylum’s weekly Thursday Night Jazz show. This production will feature the powerhouse vocals of local Pittsburgh divas Anita Levels and Anqwenique paying tribute to the work of Angie Stone. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please check the City of Asylum calendar for additional show details.

Unwind with us every Tuesday and Wednesday for our BYO Nights! Bring your favorite bottle of wine—no corkage fee— for a relaxed, flavorful evening.  Reservations are recommended.

We’re closed today for a private event, but we’ll be back to our regular hours tomorrow. We look forward to welcoming you later this week!

Make a reservation to unwind midweek at our BYO Wine Nights! Bring your favorite bottle of wine—no corkage fee—every Tuesday and Wednesday for a relaxed, flavorful evening. 

Unwind with us every Tuesday and Wednesday for our BYO Nights! Bring your favorite bottle of wine—no corkage fee— for a relaxed, flavorful evening.  Reservations are recommended.

Join Us for Mother’s Day & Celebrate Mom with all her favorites!

We’ll be offering our full menu—plus a specially curated brunch menu just for the occasion. Whether she's craving a classic or something new, we’ve got the perfect plate waiting. Plus, every mom will receive a special gift as our way of saying thank you for all that she does.

Reserve your table today!

City of Asylum Thursday Night Jazz FT. Scott Boni Quartet’s Sounds of Pittsburgh

Join us for dinner and drinks during City of Asylum’s weekly Thursday Night Jazz show. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please check the City of Asylum calendar for specific show details.

Please note: Our restaurant will be closed on February 28, 2025 for a private event. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

Join us for dinner and drinks every Thursday during City of Asylum’s Thursday Night Jazz show. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please check the City of Asylum calendar for specific show details.

Join us for a special evening in our intimate dining room, where you can enjoy a full menu of your favorite dishes. Reservations are filling up quickly, so make sure to book yours now!

Don't miss New Year’s Eve at Cucina Alfabeto with live jazz from the Paul Thompson Quartet and a feast to share with family and friends as we bid farewell to 2024 and open our hearts to 2025. Cucina Alfabeto is the perfect setting to remind us of what's really important in the world - loved ones, hospitality, community, and heartwarming and sustainable food!

It will be an Auld Lang Syne for the memory book with a delicious, specially curated prix fixe menu ($80 per person), of four mouthwatering courses, including:

Shared Antipasto - house-cured smoked salmon, marinated olives, prosciutto, and  delicious homemade potato croquettes

Individual Salads - Locally sourced mixed greens and seasonal vegetable salad.

Choice of Individual Entrees -  Wagyu Steak, Veal Milanese, Saffron and Cauliflower Risotto, or the Catch of the Day, all paired with shared family-style sides.

Mouthwatering Desserts - Homemade Cannoli, Italian Donuts, and fresh sorbet. 

The stage is set for a an unforgettable evening of beautiful food, live music, friends and neighbors... all that remains is to make a reservation! We hope you will celebrate the last moments of 2024 transported to Northern Italy on the North Side, right here with us, at Cucina Alfabeto.

*Dinner service will start at 5 p.m. The Paul Thompson Quartet will play from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Reservations are required.