Gather with friends and neighbors for an informal meal of local chef-created soups, hearty bread and other tasty treats. Each ticket will include a humble dinner and a hand-crafted bowl. New selections of handmade bowls will be replenished throughout the event.

The event will have three dine-in seatings and a Soup & Bowl Takeout option. Children under the age of three can enter the event without a ticket. The last day to purchase pre-sale tickets ($35) is Thursday 3/12/2026. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door for $40. Limited availability for first seating.

Accessibility: Limited accessible parking spaces will be available in Rodef Shalom’s parking lot. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible, and the main floor can be reached via elevator. Guests who need to limit their standing time are encouraged to visit the Accessibility Station at Registration (signage will be present), where an Empty Bowls volunteer will provide expedited assistance. Seating closest to the end of the line will be reserved for these guests.

Where: Rodef Shalom, 4905 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Dine-In Seating: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; and 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Soup & Bowl Takeout: Takeout option that includes soup and bowl