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A wonderful experience awaits you at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. Our state-of-the-art, architecturally renowned convention center that opened in 2003. Located right in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, our facility offers grand meeting spaces, stunning views of downtown, the river and, of course, sumptuous dining. We proudly create all of the cuisine for guests of the 600,000 sq. foot, state of the art David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Savor offerings from our six mini-restaurants and specialty carts that feature hometown tastes and sips that are sure to please. Meet and greet in one of our 52 meeting rooms or the 33,000 sq. foot elegant ballroom space. How can you beat great food and picturesque views of the Allegheny River or picturesque Pittsburgh? For exhibitors and their guests, we offer a full array of dining options through our Exhibit Catering Services. Our chefs will create custom menus, from Italian specialties, bountiful chefs tables or creative box lunches -- brought right to you on the exhibit floor. How unconventionally perfect.

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1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard

Pittsburgh, PA 15222

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center is located in downtown Pittsburgh, near PNC Park, Heinz Field, and in the heart of the cultural district.



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The convention center is accessible by T-service (subway), as well as Port Authority Bus Service.

Public parking in the on-premise lot, with additional parking in the 9th Street Garage, just 1 block from the convention center.

Hours

Open during conventions, shows and events.

Open for private events.

Reservations

For general information: 412.325.6182

Credit Cards Accepted: American Express, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, VISA

Catering, Parties & Events

Perfect for one-stop-shopping. Our chefs and professional event staff customize each event and tend to galas for thousands in our ballrooms, even a "sky's the limit" gathering on our rooftop. The options are endless. Let us plan your memorable event.

Plan an All-Star Event with great recipes created for some of the most exciting venues and events around the country. 

Menus

In the effort to provide locally grown products and support businesses that sell local foods, Levy Restaurants at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center has joined forces with PASA - Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture. 

Our Executive Chef, Dominique Metcalfe, has partnered with local farmers to identify availability and seasonality of produce, meats, and dairy to create the freshest most memorable menus while supporting the local community.

Local Summer Menu: Antipasti, 3 Course Plated Meal -Garlic-Roasted Chicken, and Local Buffet.

Our Chef

Executive Chef Dominique Metcalfe has changed the way guests think about food at the convention center.  Chef Dominique celebrates her passion for cooking in all dining locations at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Signature Recipes

Chef Dominique's Recipe of the Month: Truffle Risotto

 

News, Reviews & To-Dos

AUGUST 2009

 

American Philatelic Society Stamp Show 2009 - August 6-9, 2009

27th Annual Allegheny General Hospital 2009 Breast Imaging - August 6-9, 2009

Netroots Nation Convention - August 13-16, 2009

Kelby Training - August 17, 2009

American Trucking Associations - August 18-22, 2009

 

SEPTEMBER 2009

 

AFL-CIO Biennial Convention - September 13-17, 2009

ADA Diabetes Expo - September 12, 2009

Christian Fellowship Extravaganza 2009 - September 19, 2009

G20 Summit - September 24-25, 2009

American Association of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehab - September 30 - October 3, 2009

Fire Expo - September 30 - October 4, 2009

 

OCTOBER 2009

 

Rubber Expo - October 13 - 15, 2009

Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Fall Scientific Meeting - October 7-10, 2009

Pittsburgh Technology Council Tech 50 - October 15, 2009

City of Pittsburgh Office Northeastern Solar American Cities - October 15-16, 2009

11th Annual Cameos of Caring Awards Gala - October 17, 2009

Professional Credential Services Engineering Examinations - October 21-26, 2009

Green Apple Barter Trade Show - October 22, 2009

Katz Graduate School of Business ACR - October 24, 2009

MS&T - October 25-29, 2009

WQED/ Dominion VITA Awards Lunch - October 29, 2009

 

NOVEMBER 2009

 

American Society of Agronomy Conference - November 1-5, 2009

Selvaggio, Teske & Associates Insurance Seminar - November 5, 2009

The Arc National Convention - November 11-14, 2009

39th Annual World Affairs Council Conference - November 18, 2009

 

DECEMBER 2009

 

Pri-Med - December 4-5, 2009

United States Fencing Association  - December 4-6, 2009

Celebration of the Suds in the Steel City - December 12, 2009

Cheer Sport - December 13, 2009

Art Institute Portfolio Review and Graduation - December 18, 2009

Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania - December 28, 2009

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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