The Mount Washington view is the backdrop for one of the best fish restaurants in the city.
(412) 208-4281
1411 Grandview Ave
Pittsburgh,
PA
15211
40.4392
-80.0214
Neighborhood: Duquesne Heights
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm
Fri 11am-12am
Sat 4pm-10pm
Price:
$$
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
The Owner
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
Owner
Your hosts, Glenn and Lisa Hawley, have been serving mouth-watering seafood dishes in the Pittsburgh region for over sixteen years. A few favored dishes from their first restaurant, The Rodi Grille, have made it onto the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto menu, including perennial favorite Salmon Rodi Grille Style. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto also serves a selection of delicious grilled steaks, poultry, and pasta. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto's fish is fresh daily, flown in from a number of locations on the East and West coasts and the Hawaiian Islands. For this reason, we are Pittsburgh's premier fresh fish…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – The restaurant is reached via elevator, accentuating an already striking view from Mount Washington. (This used to be the site of Christopher's.) An elevated bar and large pillars, painted as palms, dominate the room. – – The Food – While there are a number of standards, check out the "fish board" for specials. Often they consist of fish flown in that day from Hawaii. The ahi, coated with black sesame seeds and char-grilled, is a favorite for tuna lovers who prefer sashimi. Another big seller is the grilled sea bass with macadamia nuts. If it's available,…
06/20/09
Food, view and service excellent - watch out for valet
by PatnKim
We have dined here a few times. We find the service impeccable, and the food has been great every time we have been here. Often, we will just have hors d'oeuvres in the lounge and enjoy the view. However, we have seen valet at times be quite aggressive with the vehicles, and are often less than patient. We did complain, and the manager was very apologetic and advised it would be handled. I was very impressed with how this manager, Tom Mielo, handled the situation. Hopefully future such issues will not occur. All and all, the food is excellent, the service is great, and the view is unbeatable. If they reign in their valet staff, it will be a completely well-rounded affair.
- Pros: Excellent food, excellent ambiance
- Cons: I live here, I've seen how valet operates these vehicles
03/15/09
not so hot
by psenevir
put all the glitz and glamor and this is place just boils down to an overpriced restaurant that serves average tasting food. the view from the restaurant is nice but I would not consider the dining experience romantic.
- Pros: the view from inside the restaurant
- Cons: expensive and average tasting food
02/24/09
Never Disappointed
by KODY400
I have dined here many times and I have never had a bad experience. We always have great service and the food never disappoints. Even if you aren't able to sit by a window, there truly isn't a bad seat in the house. Definately get the crab cakes even if it's for an appetizer.
The Details on Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
The Extras:
There are always at least 15 choices of fish, and as many as 22 on weekends.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from Monterey Bay Fish Grotto
- Private parties
- Wine room
- Lounge
Your hosts, Glenn and Lisa Hawley, have been serving mouth-watering seafood dishes in the Pittsburgh region for over sixteen years. A few favored dishes from their first restaurant, The Rodi Grille, have made it onto the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto menu, including perennial favorite Salmon Rodi Grille Style. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto also serves a selection of delicious grilled steaks, poultry, and pasta.
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto's fish is fresh daily, flown in from a number of locations on the East and West coasts and the Hawaiian Islands. For this reason, we are Pittsburgh's premier fresh fish seafood restaurant, serving over twenty kinds of fresh fish in any array of original, delicious styles.
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