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Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington, Pittsburgh, PA

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington

4.8 (8861)
$30 and under
Seafood
1411 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers a unique dining experience atop Mount Washington, featuring stunning views of Pittsburgh and its rivers. Each table provides a glimpse of the vibrant skyline, enhancing your meal. The restaurant prides itself on fresh, sustainable seafood delivered daily, with a menu that includes classic crab cakes, seared scallops, and innovative dishes like grilled pumpkin swordfish. Whether you're a seafood lover or seeking a memorable dining experience, there's something to delight your palate. The ambiance is elegant and sophisticated, perfect for special occasions or romantic evenings. Enjoy unparalleled views, exceptional cuisine, and attentive service at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto, where fine dining meets breathtaking scenery.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Richie Sphatt
  • Private party facilities
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers private dining for a wide range of events, including but not limited to, birthdays, rehearsal dinners or corporate events. We work to ensure that your event is one to remember.

What 8,861 people are saying

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Service

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Ambiance

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Romantic

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Great for scenic views

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Most Booked

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Service

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Ambiance

  • Pittsburgh

    Romantic

  • Pittsburgh

    Great for scenic views

  • Pittsburgh

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers a "breathtaking view" of Pittsburgh, making it an ideal venue for special occasions. Guests rave about the "incredible service" and "delicious food," often highlighting the crab cakes and seafood dishes. With its "spectacular ambiance" and attentive staff, this restaurant is a "must-visit" for a memorable dining experience.

8,861 Reviews
  1. Marco

    Gloucestershire1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Average food, very expensive, better small places around.

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  2. Al

    Southwest Florida1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance and service were outstanding. The food is fair to good but not outstanding. It is also very expensive for the quality of the food. The shareable appetizer mix including shrimp, tuna , salmon , crabcake and swordfish was outstanding. The entrees were not as outstanding.
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Al, We are so sorry for your experience with us. Please reach out to me directly as we would love to make it up to you. Thomas Sieger Assistant General Manager 412-481-4414

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  3. Stacey VIP

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, wonderful staff and management, excellent experience.

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  4. Robert

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and ambience is fantastic. Best crab cakes I ever had.
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the full experience. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

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  5. Anthony

    Pittsburgh19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. The pork chop parmigiana was excellent. Also, James was wonderful, knowledgeable about both the food and drinks. He answered all our questions and took great care of us. We had an enjoyable evening
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us—we’re so glad you enjoyed the evening. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Chengkun

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is really great! The portion is large and the waitress gives good recommendations on food!
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us! We're glad to hear the service stood out and that your server's recommendations enhanced your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Bonnie VIP

    Pittsburgh90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sorry we missed you on my 80 th birthday celebration The food was excellent as always and you new waiter I think his name was Kevin and he said he was there for 4 days! He did a wonderful job and he will make great waiter for your restaurant! Bonnie Martin

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  8. Patty

    Philadelphia12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Would have like to see better choices for salads. Bread was very dry and very crusty. Scallops was sub par very small and had an outer crust on them that was not very tasty. Miss the old days of this restaurant where there were many more choices. The scallops stuffed with crab meat a few years back was so much better. Coconut cake was very dry. We have been going off and on to this restaurant since 1996. After this experience, I think we will stick with Eddie V’s and Napa in warrendale. The food is so much better. Will miss the view.
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Patty, We are so sorry for your experience with us. Please reach out to me directly as we would love to make it up to you. Thomas Sieger Assistant General Manager 412-481-4414

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  9. Marisa

    Pittsburgh22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent dinner and our server, Molly, was great.
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for dining with us! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed your dinner and that Molly helped make the evening special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  10. Elizabeth

    Pittsburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal all around! Everything was delicious and our waiter, Blake was so friendly and sweet. Monterey Bay is our favorite restaurant in the city. Always incredible each time we dine there.
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. WashingtonResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your continued support—it means so much to be your favorite spot in the city. We're glad to hear everything was delicious and that Blake helped make the evening even more enjoyable. We look forward to your next visit!

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Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington is rated 4.8 stars by 8861 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 80 times today
Google Map for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington

1411 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15211

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sweetbriar Street
  • Neighborhood
    Mt. Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is $8.00 per car
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richie Sphatt
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto offers private dining for a wide range of events, including but not limited to, birthdays, rehearsal dinners or corporate events. We work to ensure that your event is one to remember.
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