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Amazing Nordic fine dining. Everything was so good, including the smoked trout pate, the mussels (no pictures), the Swedish meatballs. The trout filet was so tender, and the cavatelli had an extremely yummy sauce that went well with both the pasta and mushrooms. Sad we didn't have room for dessert, as those looked good too. My friend who lives in Pittsburgh booked the reservation a couple weeks ahead of time, where the earliest was 8:30 on a Sunday. The service is a bit slow, and we were there until late in the evening.
Fet-Fisk had been on my radar after hearing so much hype, especially after being named to the 2024 NY Times Best 50 Restaurant list and a 2025 James Beard Award finalist for Best New Restaurant. I made a reservation for two about a month in advance for a birthday dinner and chose the lounge over the dining room based on reviews about the different vibes. Since we had an early reservation, they were also able to accommodate our request to sit at the bar. We shared the spaetzle and fries with house-made ketchup. I ordered the grilled branzino and appreciated the instructions on how to tackle a whole fish. The dulse butter was interesting but a little too overpowering for me, and the vegetable side was a bit underwhelming. My husband enjoyed his roast half chicken and gave it good marks. We also loved the house cream soda and would recommend it for anyone looking for a nonalcoholic drink. Overall, a great birthday night out and a fun chance to expand our palates.
Finally made it here after hearing lots of hype about this restaurant. We had a reservation in the lounge, but we asked to sit at the bar to appreciate their skilled bartenders practicing their craft. It's definitely a special place in Pittsburgh and they do take their menu and dishes very seriously. However, the flavor palette that they chose to showcase is not necessarily my preference. The experience is definitely elevated with a very professional and attentive wait staff. The decor in the longe is definitely a positive feature of this restaurant. Nestled throughout the nooks and crannies of the lounge are an interesting array of Nordic themed things to admire. I ordered the chicken for my entree and it was definitely not boring. It had a thick and flavorful glaze all over it and they incorporated lingonberry. Lingonberry is a theme throughout the menu. I also enjoyed a refreshing lingonberry mocktail to add another element of that flavor. Overall, a very nice restaurant in Pittsburgh worthy of a night out.
Fet-Fisk has to be in my top 5 restaurants in Pittsburgh. Every time I've come here, I've left craving more!! At first, I was a little worried about the Nordic seafood cuisine and whether there would be enough options for less adventurous people in our party. But it turns out there's a great selection of dishes for everyone. The roasted half chicken with the incredible lingonberry sauce is one of my favorite dishes of all time. I think the waiter mentioned it was brined overnight for a few days, which makes it unbelievably juicy. The starters are phenomenal as well. They showcase so many unique flavors, textures, and combinations. One of our favorites was the steak tartare, and they had a scallop crudo special that was especially refreshing. If you can make a reservation, I highly recommend it. However, if you can't, they usually offer walk ins but in a separate bar dining area (mostly under red lights). One time we lined up a few minutes before opening, and there were at least 10 people ahead of us, but I think everyone still ended up getting seated. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and kind. I love that we have this local gem in our neighborhood!! Not to mention they've been nominated for James Beard awards a few years in a row.
I've heard so much about this restaurant I think my expectations were too high. The drinks were too eclectic, they put a twist on them, I would have preferred just a regular dirty martini and screwdriver. The oysters were amazing, very briney. The rest of the food was good, just thought it was overhyped and overpriced.
Fet Fisk is a Nordic influenced restaurant/bar in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood. Everything was exceptional, a warm and inviting atmosphere, attentive and knowledgeable service, and a seasonal menu featuring sustainably sourced seafood and local produce. I started off with a creative cocktail called a "Silky" made with rum, basil, centerbe, citrus syrup, lime, and buttermilk. It was so good that I had to have another. The Orange King Salmon gravlax with cultured butter, and cured egg yolk immediately got my attention, and it was as satisfying as it sounded on the menu. My daughter insisted that I get the roast half chicken with linganberries and soft farmers cheese. It was a flavorful and juicy stand out on the menu. I could not pass up the sourdough spatzle, which was rich and balanced, and made perfectly with crème fraîche, peas, grana pandano and herbs. At the end of my meal, I was served a wonderful natural dessert wine that was well paired with the creamy buttermilk Panna cotta with ginger and black currant. How lucky are we to have this gem of a restaurant in Pittsburgh? I could eat this same meal every day of my life!
I went to @fet_fisk when they first opened and then...simply did not act right by not coming back sooner. That one's on me. The red lighting alone feels like it's romanticizing your life choices-dim, moody, a little unhinged in the best way. It's the kind of place where you sit down and immediately feel cooler than you actually are. The food is thoughtful, seafood-forward, and the kind of good that makes you stop talking mid-sentence. The bar? Dangerous in a one more drink won't hurt kind of way. Everything feels intentional without being pretentious, which is rare. This place doesn't yell for attention-it just knows what it is. Fet-Fisk is moody, vibey, and exactly what you need when you want a night that feels a little elevated but still effortless. Consider this me publicly admitting I should've come back sooner.
Great experience from beginning to end. We made reservations for 6pm in the dining room, and our table was ready when we arrived. The decor inside is like you are visiting someone's home. Relaxed, with trinkets and art everywhere. Dark and moody. The service from our server, Gina, was fantastic. She explained the family-style menu and recommended drinks to us (they have non-alcoholic!). We started with the pickled herring, which was smoky and acidic, paired with the most amazing beet puree. The carrots with the maple glaze and oat topping were incredible. Perfect texture with some bite still, and a super caramelized sauce. We ended up eating our fries with the sauce! We also ordered the rainbow trout entree, which was cooked in a garlic sauce with toasted almonds and capers. This was hands down the best thing we ate! The half chicken with lingonberries and farmers cheese was good, but we found it challenging to eat. The spaetzel was super rich and creamy. I would eat it daily if I could. We really, really enjoyed our meal and experience here. I would love to come back.
We had a reservation for dinner at 6pm on a Sunday. When we got there there was already a lone line of people waiting despite the cold. There is a coat check inside and we were led to our table promptly. There's a bar inside along with a lounge area and a dining room with tables. We family styled a bunch of items and each was so flavorful and delicious. This is one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh for sure!!
Finally scored a dinner reservation at Fet-Fisk! The interior was very cozy and the bar area was especially cool. Unfortunately, we were a bit disappointed with our seating--we were placed directly next to a window, and it was noticeably cold. We ordered a variety of dishes after our waitress recommended 4-6 plates for two people. The rye focaccia was excellent--very sourdough-forward and served with a homemade balsamic. The pickled mackerel was unlike anything I've had before; the salty fish paired beautifully with the smoked beet sauce and dill. The duchess potatoes were another standout. While the portion was small, the truffle brown butter sauce was easily the best sauce we tried all night. The grilled branzino was fun to eat, and the seaweed butter and breadcrumbs on top were the perfect finishing touch. Our favorite dish, though, was the roasted half chicken--hands down some of the juiciest, most flavorful chicken I've ever had. Next time, we'll definitely be saving room for dessert!
4 of us came for dinner on a Monday night, sampling various dishes across their menu. We sat in an area that was lit with red lights, so I apologize for the lack of color in my photos! We started with the oysters ($4/each, $44 for a dozen), which were good. The mignonette was fresh and zesty. Great pick for people who love raw oysters, but they had a pretty standard/typical flavor profile that I felt I could find at many other seafood restaurants. Next, we got the ora king salmon gravalax ($18). The salmon was coated with finely shaved butter and egg yolks. The very rich flavor from the butter and egg yolks intensified the richness of the salmon, while the creaminess from the butter balanced out the saltiness. The scallop crudo ($15) arrived shortly after. I'm usually not a big fan of crudo (it's too fruity? or oily?) but this was the best crudo I've had in a while. I really enjoyed the pickled apple-- it had a lot of tartness to it, with only a very subtle fruity taste, and was super crunchy. One of the biggest highlights for me was their pickled mackerel ($13). I was blown away by the smoked beet spread that came with it, which added so much nuance to the pickled fish! I also liked the added crunch from the cabbage. Our server recommended their Monday special, the buttermilk fried chicken (3/$14, 6/$28) to us. The fried chicken was a little hard to eat, because the caviar would roll off while we tried to bite into the chicken. However, I'd highly recommend getting this! The chicken was tender, nicely brined, and the breading was perfectly seasoned. The herbed creme fraiche was also so tasty that we ate it with a spoon at the end. We got an order of their steamed hollander mussels ($19) that came in a creamy but not too rich sauce. Like everything else we tried, this dish was tasty. However, I would also put it under the category of "I can get something similarly good elsewhere." If I was a regular customer here, I could see myself ordering this dish, but in the spirit of trying flavor profiles unique to Fet-Fisk, I would opt for something else. So many of our dishes came with unique sauces and we couldn't wait for the rye focaccia ($8) so that we could use the bread to soak up the sauces. But once I tasted the tomato balsamic that the bread came with, I completely forgot about the other sauces I wanted to dip the bread in. If you're a fan of tomato and garlic, this dip is the best! The raw garlic taste is definitely pungent but adds so much spice and dimension to the tomatoey, vinegary, savory dip. We ended up getting two orders of the focaccia. The final savory dish we got was the rainbow trout fillet ($30). The smoked almond sauce added a very nutty, almost creamy taste to the fish, as well as a lot of crunchy texture that complemented the flaky, tender fillet. I would still say that I had more fun trying the bright, savory, and tangy flavors that the smaller dishes came with, but the trout did feel a lot more substantial and filling. Finally, we rounded out the meal with their panna cotta ($8). The panna cotta was extremely rich and fatty, and the grape sauce on top reminded me of Welch's grape jam in the best way. If I were to come here alone on a Monday night and wanted to treat myself to a nice meal, I'd get their pickled mackerel, buttermilk fried chicken, and rye focaccia.
Fet-Fisk was an absolute hit. The space is gorgeous--warm, intimate, and designed to make you want to linger. I sat in the main dining room, but the bar's moody red glow was seriously tempting. Service was spot-on, especially when it came to guiding portions and wine pairings. The cocktails and wines were thoughtful, but the food is where the restaurant really shines. The steak tartare was easily the best I've had--tender, bright, perfectly seasoned. And the sweet corn panna cotta? Rich yet delicate, with a deep corn flavor that felt both surprising and nostalgic. A standout dinner from start to finish. Highly recommend Fet-Fisk for any occasion.
1 month ago
amazing! worth all the hype! every single dish was phenomenal and had such unique flavors that i've never experienced before. my favorites were the roasted half chicken, pickled mackeral and the cabbage caesar! still dreaming about this meal. read more
10 months ago
Fet fisk never misses. I love the usage of fresh and seasonal produce and that the menu adheres to this. This might be the best restaurant in Pittsburgh currently! I loved the trout with the almond additions. The mussels and fries are always so so good. The scallops shocked me and were tangy, smooth, and delicious. The chicken wings on mondays are my fav and the added caviar is wild. Service is always good and the atmosphere is excellent and vibey. read more
Cozy neighborhood spot, focusing on Nordic fare with an Appalachian twist. Fresh local ingredients and fresh seafood. I love the briny twist on a lot of dishes as well as the Nordic flare! The wine program is incredible as well, and their dirty martini is my favorite I've had in Pittsburgh. Awesome spot, the food was perfectly executed. Also don't worry if you don't have a reservation on a weekday, they're very open to walk-ins! read more
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Fet-Fisk is a gem of a restaurant in Bloomfield with an ever changing menu (though with several fantastic mainstays like their classic steak tartare and smoked sturgeon pate) based on what's in season. Their bar area and dining room have very different vibes and lighting that should be considered when making a reservation. Staff is very friendly and open to making suggestions. Reservations are quite hard to get especially after they made the NYT and James Beard lists so would make one way ahead of time on their Resy. read more
2 months ago
10 months ago
First visit to Fet-Fisk was impressive! Starters were a delicious. The Swedish meatballs, were very tasty, Served with pickled cucumbers and lingonberries on top and ample portion shared between four. A heirloom tomato salad with roasted olive dressing and a hearty rye flatbread Unique and Complimentary flavors. Trout lightly seasoned, crispy skin and tender fish with toasted almonds. The other entree was roasted half chicken cooked with apples, served in a rich sauce. Fries were perfect with a mustard/ mayonnaise dip. The whole wheat spaetzle with peas was hearty and perfect by itself for lunch tomorrow. We couldn't finish it all and took home leftovers. Desserts were delectable lay bite. Service was thoughtful and attentive, water glass refilled without having to ask. Our server was courteous, efficient and made helpful suggestions. read more
2 years ago
We were curious to try this restaurant due to its ranking on the NYT Restaurant List of 2024. The reservations seemed fully booked, but we set alerts on Resy and were able to snag one that same week. It appears they do take walk-ins though, but there might be a wait. Very nondescript from the outside, it just says Bar and Restaurant outside. Decent amount of tables and seating inside. Really like the ambiance, feels eclectic. A non-stuffy nice restaurant. The waiter walked us through the menu and we asked for suggestions. He mentioned the pickled mackerel and the ora king salmon gravlax are two of the best appetizers that really showcase what the restaurant is all about. We decided to take a bit of a risk and tried the pickled mackerel, not having much familiarity with mackerel. Going to be honest, I really didn't like it. It was very fishy and not in a good way, and this is coming from someone who loves seafood. The flavor was just hard to get past and I couldn't eat much of it. I did like the beets and cabbage underneath. The steak tartare was the safer appetizer that we got. It was served with a row of crispy potato chips and an egg yolk on top. Pretty good, but not the best we've had. Also served with a lot of horseradish on top, which I do like but I think it would be best served off to the side so you can control how much you want to add. Maybe we just made the mistake of mixing it all in. We also got the rye focaccia. I read so many rave reviews, and was a little underwhelmed. The bread wasn't served warm and the foccaccia wasn't that great. What was more interesting was the tomato "balsamic" that comes with it, but we would have liked more of it. Too much bread to sauce ratio. For mains, we got the rye cavatelli and steelhead trout filet. We got the cavatelli without the cheese as we're dairy-free. The pasta was interesting because of the rye, never had a rye pasta before. I really liked the umami flavor because of the mushrooms inside, could have done without the apple inside but still an interesting choice. The trout was also delicious and flavorful. Crispy skin. The mains were more of a standout to me than the appetizers. For cocktails, my boyfriend got a seasonal one - Blood Moon Martini. It has a vibrant red color because of the beets, and also has a mild beet aftertaste. It was interesting and good! I got the "bitter" house cocktail. I honestly didn't love it, it was more sweet than it was bitter in my opinion. Some hits, some misses. But overall, lots of interesting and unique dishes you won't find at many other places. Everything has a beautiful presentation and is well thought out. Good service here too. read more
I was so excited to try this place, and, man, did it exceed the hype! So delicious! Moody, unique vibe and excellent service made for a top-notch dinner. We started with the rye focaccia and the sturgeon pate. The focaccia was fantastic. Perfect rye flavor and the dipping oil... I don't know what was in it, but I was scooping it with a spoon when the bread was gone (not couth but no shame). The pate was the surprise of the night. I've never ordered pate, but something made me want to order it. I know sturgeon was in it, but I don't know about the rest. Whatever is in it is absolutely delicious! I ate the whole thing. Put some capers and shallots on the seeded cracker with pate... you'll have a moment of pure flavor ecstasy. For the main course I had trout. The skin was crispy, salty, and tasty. The sauce was excellent - dill, capers, herbs, oil, nuts, flavor and more flavor! Incredibly flaky. My wife loved her half chicken ... so much so I only got one bite! I can tell when she loves something- she doesn't share. The apples the chicken came with were a burst of good sweetness. The carrots were an excellent side - shareable and tasty. I don't remember all of the seasoning, but I got hints of honey, oats, herbs, and flaky salt. These are a must-get. We had English walnut cake to finish, and it was remarkable. The dish was ginger and nutmeg forward, which left me with an insatiable desire for another piece. It was fall/winter deliciousness on a plate! I really wanted Fet-Fisk to live up to the hype, and it was more than amazing. We have a return trip on the books! read more
1 year ago
Everyone agreed that the mussels were the best part of the meal. So good, plus the recommendation for the focaccia to soak up the sauce was the right call. Our waitress made sure our water glasses were never empty and that our used plates, in between courses, were always cleared out. I will admit that not every dish is deserving of 5 stars but overall it is a nice, fancy restaurant for an occasion. read more
The atmosphere is such a vibe and everything was delicious. My friends and I ordered everything to share - oysters, rye focaccia, the chicken wings (Monday night special!), the charred Caesar, the pea and sunflower shoots salad, and French fries. They have a nice selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drink options. I will definitely be back! read more
Wow! Where to I begin? I have been trying to get a reservation here for some time and was lucky to snag a same day reservation on a Monday. All the food was amazing. For apps we got the steak tartare, which was hearty and delicious, the scallop crudo, which was buttery and not fishy at all (one of my favorites), and the rye focaccia with tomato balsamic. Also since it was a Monday they had the wing special. Crispy wings with caviar? Count me in. The chicken and lingenberries and farmers cheese was succulent and full of flavor. The whole branzino was great and fresh. No wonder this restaurant has won so many awards. I'll definitely be back soon! read more
Food was amazing and the ambiance is perfect for hanging out with friends or celebrating. All the dishes were amazing, I recommend getting the roast chicken. However, I would not recommend the radishes, in my opinion they were overpriced and not worth it for the taste. It is hard to get reservations but sometimes day-of reservations will become available throughout the day for a short period of time. Overall, one of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh, will be coming back. read more
This restaurant is an amazing addition to dining and craft cocktails in Pittsburgh. The menu is fish forward but don't let that deter you from trying it. The service was really personable and done at exactly the right pace. We tasted a few wines to select the perfect complement to our meals but started with two of their unique cocktails - the lime Aromatic and the white Negroni featuring Aquavit liquor. They were both fabulous and not sweet. Our starter was the sturgeon pate with fresh crispy seeded crackers, onions and capers that was out of this world good. We also really enjoyed the King Salmon Gravlax with the fluffiest, most airy, egg & butter accompaniment that's really hard to describe but was so unusual and delicious. The grilled cabbage caesar salad with anchovies was super creative and delectable as was the steelhead trout with almond butter sauce and those yummy pan roasted chanterelles with lingonberries. We also tried the Rye Focaccia bread with the very tasty tomato balsamic and olive oil dip. It was really one of the best meals we've had in a very long time. A neat 2oz pour of their cynar amaro was the perfect way to end this feast. read more
OK, so I just HAD to come back and do a menu tour with the family tonight - my sample earlier in the week was just so delicious! Happy to report that it was once again EXCELLENT. Everything was perfect - obtaining a reservation (Resy), adding a 5th member (my brother) to our party at the last minute (thank you SO much, folks! ), our wait staff (everyone friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and super professional), the comfortable chairs and background music that was pleasant but not too loud, and the FOOD... the FOOD!!!! I asked our server if we could do a tapas style meal, and they timed everything so perfectly for us - it was awesome: Chapter 1 - 8 oysters, onion dip, king salmon gravlax Chapter 2 - king salmon gravlax, beef tartare, chanterelles, pickled mackerel Chapter 3 - their AMAZING shaved watermelon salad Chapter 4 - (2) steelhead trout and (2) späetzle Chapter 5 - chocolate mousse torte and beet red velvet cake Drinks were on point as well - I'm a HUGE fan of their "House Tonic" and the kids loved the lingonberry fizz. Yes, it was a TON of food, and the place was super busy, so we are GRATEFUL for their efforts to provide such an astounding experience for our family like this. We probably could have abridged the meal a little bit, but wanted to try as many things as possible! One thing's for certain - the beating heart of FET-FISK is the amazing crew - from the Chef and kitchen staff, the bar staff, the wait staff, and the front of house folks - all on point and pros. They set the tone and comfortable ambiance perfectly so that the delicious food is showcased properly - and the experience is superb. MUST TRY - Do NOT miss this place. We are SO looking forward to seeing how the menu changes with the seasons. Bravo!!! read more
Thank you, Robin from next door for recommending Fet-Fisk for dinner! This was one of the best meals I've had and I'm really upset I didn't have someone with me to share so I could try more dishes. Since I didn't have a reservation, I was told to head over at that moment, as they were opening in 5 minutes, and ask to sit at the bar. Robin said there is often a line to get in. This is the first time I've had to wait in line to dine at a restaurant. BUT if I didn't, I would not have had a seat at the bar. The place got packed within 10 minutes! It has a lounge/romantic/reminiscent-of-times-past kind of feel. Loved it. The menu changes regularly so I can see why locals go often. The food is OUTSTANDING!! I started with a glass of Pinela from Slovenia, recommended by the server. OMG, another new-to-me white that I loved! I had the scallops crudo and they were so delicate and clean and tasty. I think pear is a great complement. I moved on to the half chicken, which was the most perfectly cooked chicken I've had. That's not easy. It was delicious but I could not finish it. And I'd be scared to lose that perfect doneness by reheating leftovers. I asked for something to pair well with this and was given a glass of Chinon cabernet-franc. Another great find! DESSERT WAS THE BEST PART!! This buttermilk Panna cotta is the only way I ever want to eat Panna cotta again. It was so creamy, perfect sweetness, and with cava poached pear! I paired a bit of the Vermouth with this and it was spot on! I will go back to Pittsburgh to eat here! And their chef was nominated for a James Beard award. You can't go wrong with this place. Make a reservation, and then go back when the menu changes. read more
10 months ago
Fet-Fisk is an absolute hidden gem right in the heart of Bloomfield. From the outside, you would have no idea of the fine dining they serve as the restaurant boasts no sign and has super tinted windows. When you step inside, however, the ambiance feels like you are in a Nordic grandmother's house (and I mean that in the best, coziest way). The food is absolutely amazing - I would recommend going with a group to try as much as possible. They serve a daily selection of oysters, so of course we had to start with those! We followed that up with the pickled mackerel (a must order - the fish was firm & delicious & the smoked beet sauce paired with it was amazing), king salmon gravlax, & beef tartare. For entrees, we shared three: the whole grilled branzino, the trout fillet, and the half chicken. All of the food was amazing, but the sauces on the trout & chicken really stood out. Service was knowledgeable & friendly, and our waitress answered all of our menu questions. The only downside to the restaurant was the absolutely bizarre espresso martinis. They try to make them way too ~unique~ and they ended up tasting extremely sour & honestly quite off putting. This is a first for me to say, but I would order anything off the menu EXCEPT the espresso martinis. The other cocktails were much better, as was the wine list. Despite the weird ending, however, I would 100% go back to Fet-Fisk. Food: A+ Drinks: B- Service: A Ambiance: A- read more
1 year ago
My first time at FET-FISK. We were lucky enough to find an open reservation in the Lounge on a Friday evening. The service was prompt, friendly, and very accommodating. The low red lighting in the lounge provided an interesting ambiance (but did make reading the menu a little difficult for my old eyes ). The oysters were excellent and the shareable plates provided an opportunity to explore the menu. I'm excited to return and try a seat at a table in the dining room. read more
8 months ago
Really, really enjoyed our dinner at Fet-Fisk last night. The Scandinavian inspired dishes are unique and the menu is a bit limited for less adventurous eaters but everything was delicious. The roast chicken, mussels, and NY strip steak were the stars of the show. The restaurant is very dark inside with a moody, nordic ambiance that pairs perfectly with the menu offerings. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Worth the hype! read more
8 months ago
This place is incredible! It's well priced and the drinks are creative + the food is AMAZING. We got the mussels, steak tartar, whole branzino, and half roast chicken and everything was perfect. I recommend the focaccia over fries with mussels personally. read more
Remarkable dining at its best. Especially high honors for serving fish. Our Oysters and Fish Pate were both excellent. Good wine list, especially strong for white wines. We noticed some quaint touches, for example, the etched glass that once featured a large L for Lombordozi was rotated to represent an F. There is also a Last Supper painting that definitely points to the legendary former Italian restaurant at this spot But Fet Fisk explores Scandinavian cuisine and they do it well. Our server was passionate, knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive. Definitely on my top ten list for Pittsburgh. It may be difficult to get a reservation, so plan well in advance. read more
I went here for a girl's night out, which it's the perfect spot for! The ambiance is charming and chic, with dim lighting and eclectic decor. We were happy with the service too, with our waitress helping us narrow down our selection from an overwhelmingly great sounding menu. The staff is definitely very familiar with the food, so I recommend leaning on them for suggestions if you're indecisive like us! We ended up choosing 6-7 small plates and 1 larger dish, which was the perfect amount of food for our group of 3. Everything we had was very good, with some of the standouts for me being the beef carpaccio, the caviar, the wings with caviar (a Monday night special), and the gremolata on our fish entree (one of the yummiest I've had!). I really enjoyed my white Negroni too (one of my favorite cocktails and coincidentally everyplace I've been that offers them has also had great food). Overall, it was a great dining experience and I cannot wait to return! read more
Wow. That's the only word for our culinary experience the other night. My BFF was in town, and we showed up at 5pm, when FF opens, to nab seats at the bar. For the life of me, I couldn't get a reservation. I tried multiple times (they open up reservations in 60-day increments), but I couldn't get through. No matter! Show up early, and they have a handful of tables around the bar, as well as bar seats avail. Also....No promises - but we did notice that the bar really empties out at around 7pm - with all the 5pm diners wrapping up their meals (except us!). The bartenders are *so* knowledgeable & friendly here, it was a total pleasure to sit there. We even got to play with wine tastings - trying out their orange wines and another white. We settled on an orange pinot grigio (crisp, dry) & an orange chenin blanc ("funky", dry). Both = very good. Our bartender/server recommended 2 dishes from the top portion of the menu (tapas/appetizer-like portion), one or 2 from the "greens" section (middle portion of menu), and one from the 3rd section. We had to try the now-famous pickled mackerel- and WOAH did it not disappoint! The pickling went absolutely perfectly with the smoky beet purée. Yum! Next up, smoked sturgeon pâté. Not too smoky or fishy -- this creamy mixture went perfectly with the accompanying seed crackers. The dish was also a nice offset against the vinegary pickled mackerel. Our bartender recommended the mussels - but it seemed like too much to add (next time!). From the veggie section - a baby gem salad with fresh peas. Wow! We were told it was soon leaving the menu, so I'm glad we got that! For our "entree," we split the *fabulous* Bronzino. So tender, juicy - really good. The seaweed butter is super interesting. The pickled snap peas are the perfect pairing with the buttery rich fish. Best Bronzino I've eaten, for sure. We just had to get dessert, but sadly - it was our least fave thing of the meal. The chocolate mousse cake with lingonberries. It just was fairly lackluster. The chocolate very meh. The bartender recommended the panna cotta - and I WISH we'd listened! No worries though. What a FABULOUSLY MEMORABLE meal!! I cannot wait to go back. It's easy to see why this thoughtful establishment is racking up the awards & accolades. read more
A friend and I had dinner at Fet-Fisk last night. We were able to snag a same day reservation on Resy for 8 pm. The place is nice and cozy and all of the staff were so kind and friendly. We each started with a glass of wine (red for me, orange for my friend). Our server stated that a lot of people just order a few items and share them so that's what we did. We ordered the grilled cabbage Caesar, the trout, the skirt steak, and a side of fries. Out of everything I ate last night, the skirt steak with lobster hollandaise was by far the best. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare and that hollandaise had excellent lobster flavor. I'm still dreaming about it. I didn't get a photo of the fries but they came with mayo and ketchup and both sauces appeared to be house made which was cool. Overall, our experience was great. I will be back for that steak alone! lol read more
FET-FISK is one of my picks for best new restaurants in Pittsburgh. Absolutely blew my mind. I'm not a huge fan of Scandinavian food, but FET-FISK adds its own unique touch to it. I loved how they took a classic Scandinavian menu, with details such as using lingonberries, and revived it with masterful cooking. I'm specifically thinking about the whole chicken. It was extremely tender, and I don't think I've had better chicken at a restaurant. Highly highly recommend. It was so good we booked a second reservation the night we went the first time. Compared to the chicken, the other dishes were less impressive but nonetheless still good. I'd recommend the steak tartare and Hollander mussels. The scallop crudo was good the first time, but it was a bit underwhelming the second time. The slices were very thin and the dish felt like there wasn't much substance to it. Oysters were also very small and a tad underwhelming. Fish was on the salty side, but that is my experience with Scandinavian food in general. The restaurant is also beautiful. Their decor gives elevated but casual European dining Ng vibes. Lots of intricate details seen around the restaurant and on the table set up. read more
Went to FET-FISK during their soft opening and I am so happy to say I have a new favorite spot in Pittsburgh! I have long anticipated this opening, after hearing raving reviews from my friends who went to some of their pop-ups. To start, the atmosphere is dark and cozy. We sat in the lounge area. Their cocktail menu is great, with some inventive options and also classics, all reasonably priced. They also have a vermouth menu if you're into that. The staff was knowledgeable and personable. They gave us some recommendations which we gladly took and did not regret. It felt very welcoming. Food highlights: - Pickled Mackerel: Probably my favorite I've ever had. Even if you don't like pickled mackerel (I love it) you may enjoy this. - Rye Focaccia: Salt flakes on top, served with olive oil and balsamic. Great appetizer to split while you make your way through the rest of the menu. Save some for the incredible sauces of other dishes. - Marinated Button Mushrooms: A surprising favorite. The horseradish and chili gives it some bite which we loved. The mushrooms come cold which surprised me at first. - Sourdough Spatzle: So simple but SO GOOD. Great side dish to our main entree. - Roast Half Chicken: Large portion so plan to split it. Cooked perfectly, loved the lingonberries and farmer's cheese. Yes, I know that is pretty much everything we got but they were truly all highlights. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. Love this new Nordic restaurant! read more
Easily one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. Serving quality, fresh, and well prepared seafood in landlocked PA is no easy feat. Yet, Fet-Fisk has figured it out. They have great fish options including trout, branzino, and of course the smoked sturgeon paté, which is a must have. Also, the rye cavatelli was some of the best I've had. The service was great and the ambiance was clean and modern. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more
2 years ago
Extraordinary spot! Absolutely loved everything about this place. The food was superb. I don't have a single complaint about anything. The service was magnificent, our waitress was so friendly and knowledgeable. The standouts for the food for me were the mussels, caviar, and the whole branzino- but everything else was great too. The branzino is a full fish with bones and our waitress was kind enough to help us fillet it. It was fantastic. It came with the most delicious seaweed butter and pickled celery which I loved. The wine selection here was nice, and every glass I tried was lovely and paired nicely with the food. I almost want to gatekeep this place because it's so hard to get a reservation now. I'm going back end of December and can't wait! A must try read more
11 months ago
This meal blew my mind and has set such high bar for any other Nordic inspired dishes that come my way. I'm glad I was able to snag a late reservation and try this place! My friend and I had a hard time deciding and had asked for recommendations from our server. We ended up decided to do land & sea. I would order everything again except the cheese & rice dumplings. It was slightly too cheesy and heavy for me. Our server was amazing and the ambiance is a little too dark. If you want a good picture, make sure you have an extra light with you. Highly recommend to check this place out even if you're local. read more
Love when a new restaurant comes around that is as interesting and delicious as Fet Fisk Seafood lovers and cocktail queens unite for a delectably Nordic night out. The bar area is the perfect place for a date or night out with your crew, while the main dining room gives brighter and eclectic ship vibes. The food itself is (that soft branzino??? Most tasty mussels and broth?? Lingonberry chicken??? HELLO!) so grab a reservation now! read more
Very inventive takes on seafood. Loved the elevated casual ambiance and happy to see an exciting new business in Bloomfield! Service was extremely friendly and attentive. Drinks were the only thing that didn't wow, were standard. read more
Date night alert! Fet-Fisk in Bloomfield is a terrific culinary treat with a classic Pittsburgh ambiance. My wife and I had a wonderful time. We had to wait awhile to go as reservations can be weeks out, but it was well worth it. Arriving a little early for our reservation, we were able to stop at the bar and pick up couple classic drinks (Negroni and Cosmo) before we were taken to our table. Once seated, we enjoyed prompt service and recommendations on pairings and were advised that most dishes are best enjoyed split between us. The courses came out with nice timing to allow us to enjoy one before having the next, giving us ample time to savor the unique flavors that make this restaurant special. We never felt rushed and since we love sharing and discussing, it was a wonderful time. When it was time to leave, we felt like we'd been coming here regularly and expect to continue to do so. read more
This place was excellent!! It's a very cute spot that feels very homey in Bloomfield. They serve Nordic food and I was anxious about that at first, but we loved their drinks and food. I loved my cosmo, it was amazing and my friend loved her dirty martini. The space is pretty big and gets pretty busy even on a Monday. I definitely recommend getting a reservation but they also set aside some tables for walk in. If you go early, you can sit at the cute bar too! I love the mismatched plates aesthetic. The server was so nice and the manager came over to check in on us too which was sweet. Definitely get the bread. It is so good!! I loved their mussels and my friend loved her clams pasta dish. They had fried wings topped with caviar the Monday we went which was also excellent. I didn't love their chocolate mousse cake but I was also so full by the end of the meal! read more
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