Apache Pinot MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Apache Pinot in Claude Code

PyPI (uv)

Claude Code

claude mcp add apache-pinot -- uvx mcp-pinot-server

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apache-pinot": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-pinot-server"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Docker

Claude Code

claude mcp add apache-pinot -- docker run -i --rm ghcr.io/startreedata/mcp-pinot:5.0.0

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "apache-pinot": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "ghcr.io/startreedata/mcp-pinot:5.0.0"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Apache Pinot MCP server do?

Query and manage Apache Pinot through MCP with typed tools and preview-first safety.

Is the Apache Pinot MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Apache Pinot run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Apache Pinot to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add apache-pinot -- uvx mcp-pinot-server

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