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

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington

4.8
4.8
7319 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Thank you for considering Monterey Bay Fish Grotto. This award-winning restaurant has always taken pride in its level of standards and excellence. These exceptional standards are reflected in the mouth-watering fresh fish and impeccable service. Guests have come to expect this level of quality in every aspect of the main dining room as well as the private dining room.

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto's fish is fresh and flown in from a number of locations on the East Coast, West Coast and Hawaiian Islands. For this reason, we are the regions Premier Fresh Fish Restaurant offering 20 kinds of fresh fish in an array of original, delicious styles.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 65 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (412) 481-4414

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Edwin Smith

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Torey Gricks: (844) 448-4556

  • Neighborhood

    Mt. Washington

  • Cross street

    Sweetbriar Street

  • Parking details

    Valet parking is $8.00 per car

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,319 people are saying

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

NoiseModerate

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  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Service

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Ambiance

  • 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

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  1. JosephH

    Cincinnati

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good service, food quality and selection. View was awesome. They treated our kids very well and even gave them gift bags. Kids menu also had good quality food and selection. All kids in the restaurant were well behaved. In comparison to Le Mont, which we recently went to, this experience was far superior for similar pricing.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday dinner for wife. Every aspect of our meal was awesome and top notch.
  3. Marcey

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was terrific. Our waiter, John, was outstanding. The view was amazing. The food was delicious.
  4. bonbon

    Pittsburgh

    69 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    69 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I had a great dinner there last evening! the Crabcakes were delicious and the service by Holly was outstanding! This is our favorite go to restaurant for all the obvious reasons Service, Hosts and especially the food!
  5. LindaS

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food5service3ambience1
    Delicious appetizers and dinner - desserts were lacking (blondie very dry) - no decadent chocolate cake on menu :( They had classic rock music playing!! it was AWFUL - too loud!! for a meal that ended up being $110 per person - we wanted that quiet atmosphere where we could have great conversation - very hard to do while Elton John is blaring! -
  6. Tablereview2

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was great and the food was wonderful. Crab cakes are the best in the city!
  7. PatrickM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The oysters were very fresh and you would have thought you were seaside. The crab cakes were the best I have ever had. The side dish of brussel sprouts was very flavorful and there was enough to feed a table of 6. Sitting at a window table with a spectacular view of the city made the evening very special.
  8. MeganF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional food and drinks. Everything came to the table really quickly, and I loved the oysters. Our server was fantastic. We will definitely be back.
  9. MichaelK

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Gorgeous views and great ambiance. Portion sizes are quite large but the food was delish.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time and it was fantastic. Very happy with the food and service. Definitely a different kind of dining experience with views of the north shore and city.
  11. Rick

    Columbus

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing seafood. In 24+ years of coming here, never disappointed with food and service. To get such a fantastic view is just the bonus.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. Wtuilkjgx h. Jgccdruj nah jugcn
  13. LisaB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding! Our favorite restaurant to celebrate special occasions!
  14. KarenC

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is truly a special place but the high prices probably make it a special occasion place. The view of Pittsburgh is unrivaled and the food is spectacular. Portion sizes are average, but you won't be hungry when you leave!
  15. RayS

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent selection of appetizers, entrees, and especially desserts. Services impeccable. The view is the best in the city.
  16. RosemarieP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal, fabulous view. Courtney was a great server.
  17. DallasCEO

    Pittsburgh

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding, as always! Seated in the corner table with windows on two sides, sunny day, the three rivers and downtown in a panarama, great service, and wonderful food - all with my beautiful wife on our anniversay. What more could anyone want?
  18. Mimi

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The Appetizers and the entrees were outstanding, the deserts (we tried three) were mediocre.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing! Molly our waitress made sure we were taken care of. When choosing a wine Thomas was very knowledgeable and his recommendations were spot on.
  20. LisaR

    Pittsburgh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, everything was wonderful. We will be back.
  21. Emily

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best view with spectacular food and drinks. The service was impeccable. Our waitress was so friendly and personable. She made our experience rememberable by giving us a window seat that had a bit of privacy for our special evening. We highly recommend this place!
  22. PghMom

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding evening! The ambiance, view, and service were phenomenal, and the food did not disappoint either! We had an Old Fashioned and a Rum Forest, Rum to drink, as well as a cold brew desert drink and all were fantastic! The deserts were amazing as well! The Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich isn't the most appealing name for a desert, but the flavors will leave us dreaming about it until next time!
  23. TiffanyF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was great. Has a great atmosphere, beautiful view. Also has a friendly, loving and attentive staff. I highly recommend this place to everyone who want a nice dinner around a great staff. Thank you team for helping my son enjoy his 21st birthday. I will see you all again real soon.
  24. CoreyN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was outstanding from start to finish. Our waiter Brad was above and beyond amazing. All the right appetizer,drink,entrée and dessert recommendations. The food was exquisite as were our seats in the lounge where we were perfectly entertained by the lovely Brady Collins and Brian Buckley. It was a belated birthday celebration for me and one of the most memorable one's I have had. A five star review on all levels. Fantabulous!!!!!
  25. AlexH

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, delicious food, and a memorable experience for special occasions. Our second visit and we’ll be back!
  26. lovelovelove

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great, we will definitely go back! The Angel Food Cake grilled cheese was to die for!!! All food we had was great!
  27. EarlK

    Pittsburgh

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistent and high quality. Service was perfect. Great gluten free options.
  28. carmenbpgh

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great evening. Fried green tomatoes are wonderful; both seafood dishes were outstanding. Excellent service. And the view of the city tops it off. What a nice place.
  29. TommyR

    Pittsburgh

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic as usual !! From service to food great experience as always 10/10 !! Chris the beverage/service manager extremely diligent always takes care.
  30. CarrieW

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience5
    We ordered a decent bottle of wine. The waitress insisted on filling our glasses nearly to the brim. When we asked for the glasses to be poured to the proper level, she got extremely surly, and was rude to us for the rest of the meal. We asked very politely and just explained that we wanted to wine at the right temperature while we were enjoying it. I really expected better from a restaurant at the price level.
  31. KristineB

    Naples

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. Great place to celebrate an engagement.
  32. Kristi

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was awesome. I chose this for my birthday dinner primarily because they listed a kid's menu, and I've found it's very rare for more upscale restaurants to list food meant for kids. I don't like taking my kids out to fancier places out of fear of judgment from other customers or staff, but as soon as we arrived, it was clear we made the right choice. The on-site (affordable!) valet opened my daughters doors, and they instantly felt like little princesses. As soon as we walked in, multiple hostesses complimented their outfits and even handed them a goody bag with little toys and a coloring book, which my girls LOVED. Such a simple and sweet concept. My older daughter loves salmon, and she said their salmon was the best she's had, anywhere, and my younger, normally picky daughter ate every bite of her food, which is so rare. My husband is a vegan, and they accommodated him and found him an off-menu item that he enjoyed. I had the lobster macaroni, and it was fantastic. Everyone from the hostess to the waitresses to the manager was friendly and wished me happy birthday multiple times. My daughters are all ready asking when we can go again. Just GREAT.
  33. MarissaC

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All food is amazing and the views are breathtaking
  34. RobertC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dining experience. Only thing better thsn the food is the view of Pittsburgh.
  35. Zeke

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A bit pricey, but you dont go there for a cheap date. the food was outstanding, the view spectacular and the experience memorable. if you have the chance or the occasion you would like to celebrate, dont pass it up. Will return... Gute appetite!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just went out for a fun date night with a view. Highly recommend the crème brûlée cheese cake (I think that’s what it was called) I promise if you tell the waiter/waitress that they’ll know what you mean. It was absolutely decadent though!!
  37. BethN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion. Every staff member we dealt with was exceptional. The crabcakes or some of the best you’ll find in Pittsburgh.
  38. MikeS

    Pittsburgh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were excellent. The award winning dessert is a must have.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful night celebrating our daughter’s 18th birthday!
  40. JohnD

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The chef’s special was outstanding. The side dishes were generous and delicious. Our server, Maryann, was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. We had requested a window seat when the reservation was made and we received a table with a fantastic view of downtown Pittsburgh. Everyone on the staff was friendly, including the valets, host & hostesses, and busboys. It was a wonderful dining experience for us.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 481-4414.

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington is rated 4.8 stars by 7319 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 65 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

    Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • 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

    Edwin Smith

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (412) 481-4414

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Torey Gricks: (844) 448-4556

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