Diners have been discovering unique restaurants tucked into Pittsburgh's hidden corners and a booking service is revealing the most popular ones.

OpenTable is a reservation network that gathers feedback from thousands of patrons after they wrap up meals. The company compiles this data monthly and shares it with users to help them discover new dining options.

October's "Neighborhood Gems" category has a broad range of cuisines that match the ethnic fabric of the city. Add these 10 customer favorites to your list of eateries to try.

Huszar

Deutchtown's Huszar serves up authentic hearty Hungarian fare.

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Chicken paprikás, #Hungarian sausage, Croatian beer and perhaps the best #ChickenSoup I've ever had in a bar.

A post shared by Hal B. Klein (@halbklein) on Sep 9, 2016 at 8:12am PDT

Merchant Oyster Co.

They've got all sorts of seafood but, obviously, you'll want to try the East and West coast oysters on the half shell. Find them in Lawrenceville.

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Sunday Lunchtime favorite! Oysters and Beer from Merchant Oyster #oysters #beer #ocean

A post shared by Joe (@joesvintageshop) on Oct 9, 2018 at 5:17am PDT

Cinderlands Beer Co.

Beer is the specialty of the house but go for the food . They're at 37th and Butler in Lower Lawrenceville.

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Scotchy scotch scotch egg . . . . . #scotchegg #cinderlands #cinderlandsbeer #lawrenceville #butlerstreet #412 #15201 #steelcitygrammers #pghcreative #412project #pghfood #pghfoodie #goodfoodpgh #foodphotography #pgh #pittsburgh #drinklocal #craftbeer

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Siempre Algo

Back to the North Side's Deutchtown for a brand new spot. Siempre Algo shines on East Ohio Street. You won't believe how good pretzels can be.

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Siempre Algo is everything I could want in a restaurant in one of my favorite neighborhoods. Doing #alleghenycity proud. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #pittsburgh #goodfoodpgh @siemprepgh

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Scratch

Doesn't this Troy Hill favorite make the list every month? Yes, and there's a reason. Go.

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Treat yourself to our lamb chops! Ewe deserve it. lamb chop| swiss chard| peppers| salsa verde| goat cheese| almond

A post shared by Scratch F&B (@scratchfbpgh) on Oct 4, 2018 at 10:21am PDT

Carmella's Plates and Pints

Carmella's rises above the clutter of the South Side. Upscale yet comfortable.

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Join us for BRUNCH today from 11AM - 3PM and enjoy a Steak and Egg Tostada with a refreshing mimosa. #steaktostada #brunch #mimosa #bloodymary #sundayfunday

A post shared by Carmella's Plates & Pints (@carmellasplatesandpints) on Sep 9, 2018 at 8:06am PDT

Joseph Tambellini

Italian cuisine in Highland Park. What could be better?

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The Meatball Parmesan from @josephtambellinirestaurant was a big time dish selection. Dress up and take a date out to Joseph Tambellini, an upscale Italian experience, and treat yo self! - - - - - - #joseph #tambellini #food #foodporn #foodie #pittsburgh #meatballs #marinarasauce #yummy #delicious #foodorgasm #upscale #experience #datenight #dates #love #daburgh #412 #foodphotography #pittsburghfood #blogger #bloggerstyle #living #italian

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The Fire Side Public House

They're cooking with a wood fire at The Fire Side .

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Dinner, Doberman and Terry's #bonsai. #bltsandwich #blt #delicious #doberman #bonsai #pittsburghfood #pgheats #eastliberty #eatpgh #pittsburghrestaurants #eatlocal #firesidepublichouse @thefiresidepub #instasandwich #sandwichesofinstagram

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Paris 66

It's a French Bistro right where it should be — in Shadyside.

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Everyone stop and look at this beautiful and DELICIOUS crepe I just got at Paris66! Fresh cream and apricot preserves!!!

A post shared by Emily (@birdiewrites) on Oct 6, 2018 at 12:44pm PDT

Sausalido

They haven't lost their Italian roots. Find them in Bloomfeld. Or have them come to you — catering is their specialty.

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We have your weekend plans ☝️ . . . . . #sausalido #catering #eventcatering #pittsburghcatering #bloomfield #pittsburgh #dailyfoodfeed #feedfeed #wedding #weddingphotography #weddingcatering #foodies #buffet #pittsburghfoodie #pittsburghchef #privateparty #party #burghsnap #chef #pittsburghphotographer #food #sonyphotogallery #sonyalpha

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