09/01/09

You're Seriously Kidding, Right?!?

by Jerek

Are all the reviews of this restaurant made by the staff -- to increase the ratings? Wow. Amazing.

I can't believe everyone has had such good experiences at Bravo!. Having not lived in Pittsburgh for several years, I was excited to return and head back to Bravo! -- the food of which I generally enjoy.

However, the service is horrible! Being out on a special occasion, I had ordered a bottle of Moet Champagne, at $85 menu price (i.e., $45 in the state liquor stores) and was told by the server, "Sorry - we don't have any more champagne flutes, we only have white wine glasses."

My response was, "You've GOT to be kidding, right?" We spoke to a manager who offered no assistance, as well. For and $85 bottle of champagne -- head out to Target and pick up some before you serve the wine, you goof!

There were sooo many poor serving experiences (poor timing, not checking back in an appropriate time, incorrectly staggered courses/ progression of order)... I can only wonder: "Are the servers and staff writing all the reviews, here.... or are people in Pittsburgh seriously 'okay' being underwhelmed and have no idea what to expect from good, let alone 'great' service!"

Having been a server before (and a pretty good one, at that!), I know what to look for in the way of service standards... and I'm always -- ALWAYS -- left unimpressed with Bravo!

Don't even think about trying the Bravo on McKnight road, North Hills, Pittsburgh -- It's exactly the same.

Other than the food -- I'd never consider going back. Save the extra money and head to Olive Garden or a local, family owned Italian restaurant.... you'll be happy that you did!

Meal Total (two persons; appetizers, salads, entree): $45

Bar Total: $100

Desserts/After Dinner Drinks: $25

Overall Check Value: $170.

Tip left for poor service: $15.

• Pros: Clean, Nice Atmosphere
• Cons: ... Too many to mention?

02/12/07

Everything item is delicious

by foodlover924

oh my gosh this restaurant is one one the best italian places anybody could eat at. I eat at bravos at least 1-2 times a week. i have tried many of items on the menu and there is notone thing i did not like. if u like chicken i would HIGHLY suggest their romano crusted chicken.. they also have a romano crusted chicken salad and u can get chicken with potatoes which are really good. their raviolis are made in a white sauce with a few stripes of pesto. its not an alfredo sauce but it is simply delicious. i've tried 95% of the menu. bottom line is ANTHING IS VERY GOOD

• Pros: best food

06/18/06

Diablo!

by the_professor

Simply the tastiest shrimp pasta dish around. If you like Italian food you'll love Bravo. It's a good job they are a chain.