Foodies Flock to the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center's New Crafted North Lounge

PITTSBURGH, PA--(Marketwired - Apr 4, 2016) - On April 4, 2016, visitors and locals in Pittsburgh will have something deliciously new to chew on when Crafted North opens at the Pittsburgh Marriott City Center. Welcoming diners with handcrafted cocktails and a menu of comfort food infused with international flavors, Crafted is poised to become a top choice among restaurants in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The Crafted experience begins with its address at this preeminent conference hotel in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh. Intertwining a cosmopolitan vibe with a down-to-earth sensibility, the restaurant incorporates clean, modern lines with rustic accents in wood and stone.

The décor complements the all-day dining menu. Whether guests want to entertain clients, unwind with colleagues or simply indulge, they can start with shareable plates. Influences range far and wide with options like Sausage + Pierogis, Sesame Crusted Ahi and Buffalo Wings all appearing on the menu.

From there, a selection of salads, burgers and sandwiches await. Pair The Crafted (the restaurant's signature burger) with one of five options for signature fries, including Pittsburgh, Pecorino + Chives and Sweet Potato with vanilla and cinnamon sugar. Or take your taste buds further afield with Korean BBQ Strip Steak, Chicken Bahn Mi or The Scorcher burger, featuring jalapenos and sriracha.

To wash down these innovative takes on traditional comfort food, guests can choose from retro cocktails crafted with detail and technique by bartenders with a passion and enthusiasm for their profession. Classics like the perfect Old Fashioned or a twist on the past such as a Smoked Manhattan, paired with a craft beer list featuring the best in national and local breweries, the beverage portfolio is sure to please.

Crafted's mouthwatering blend of authentic flavors reflects its location within one of the finest luxury hotels in Pittsburgh. Boasting 402 guest rooms and suites and 27,000 sq. ft. of event space, the hotel combines elegance with productivity in dynamic ways. And the arrival of Crafted marks one more way both guests and locals can find what they crave on property.

About Pittsburgh Marriott City Center
Discover modern luxury and attentive service at the conveniently located Pittsburgh Marriott City Center. Offering 27,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space, expert event planners and a fully equipped business center, the hotel makes an ideal destination for corporate travelers, while amenities like a fitness center and indoor swimming pool also speak to leisure visitors. Renovated guest rooms and suites feature high-speed Internet access, flat-screen televisions, marble bathrooms and upscale amenities. Dining, meanwhile, embraces modern culinary trends with the new Crafted North restaurant as well as the hotel's on-site Starbucks. Visitors will also enjoy all the benefits of the hotel's downtown Pittsburgh location with attractions like the CONSOL Energy Center, PNC Park, Heinz Field and Duquesne University all just moments away.