I always loved going there for dinner but everything has changed there. It's changed from the owner and chef passed away and the new owner started charging for everything like the dipping oils to charging a fee if using a credit card. The portion sizes got smaller but I guess that's all with the times. But most of the servers have been there for awhile and you can't find any better read more

First time dining here tonight. Wish I had read the reviews online before dining in because I would have requested the oil to go along with the bread and butter. The breads were really good and fresh, we really like the non-white bread. It was different but very good! We had ravioli, fettuccini Alfredo and 2 of the specials off of the early bird menu (the salmon salad and the pork chop). We enjoyed all of our food. The red sauce is really good! My salad was huge, I was able to bring a nice portion home. My husband said the rice with the pork chop was terrible but he really enjoyed the salad and pork chop. Our waitress was a little dry and not super friendly. She did forgot 2 of the soups we had ordered but offered to pack them to go or give us dessert, our kids opted for the dessert and both tried the cannolis (which were very disappointing). We weren't a fan at all and we all love cannolis. She did however send the soups home with us too (but one was not the soup ordered). Anyways it was a nice gesture. The building itself is an older building with nice woodwork and details. The crowd was definitely on the older side but we did dine in early. Overall good food, a little more on the formal side. Would like to return to try their chicken parm & the dipping oil! read more

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Elegance with a welcoming feel of home and delicious creations! As soon as you enter, you can see the grandiose architecture of the building and decor. The simplified elegance is also accompanied by the hospitality of the staff. Warm welcomes and greeting each customer as if they are a regular creates an atmosphere that you want to be in for every meal... and you didn't even eat yet. The menu has plenty of options, but I asking for suggestions... the staff can help you to find those hidden gems of Oakmont. The fried zucchini appetizer is not your normal bread crumbed planks- but a pillowy tempura batter that is cleverly aired to avoid sogginess with their plating technique. I would highly suggest grabbing this as an app. The bread service is already fresh and delicious... but the secret sauce... ask your waiter for the dip. Yes, it now costs a little extra. But oh my word.... It is worth every scent. The Blackenzola is worth the creative name and topping! The gorgonzola is fresh and adds such a delicious crust with the balsamic glaze on top of their filet mignon. The chef cooks the meat to perfection and it is a great meal. The green beans are a great vegetable option. The mashed potatoes make sense to be a Chef's Choice. The piping on the plate is beautiful - and they are smooth and creamy! After eating such good food, you have to say yes to just see the Dessert menu... and the tiramisu was calling my name. They give you a large portion and you can taste the freshness of this decadent dessert. All in all, Hoffstot's is a place that you will feel welcome, you will want to come back, and they will probably remember you.. or at least make you feel like part of the family. read more

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The service here with our server was very attentive. However, the food was not as good as we were hoping. The bread was served cold but the oil was excellent. I ordered the chicken piccata with green beans and mashed potatoes. The chicken piccata was rough to cut into and had no lemon flavor to it at all. The mashed potatoes were very heavy on the rosemary or a different herb. Tip: they do not split the bills for parties bigger than 8 people! read more

Here for Birth Day celebration with gal pals....reserved 2 tables and let the fun begin...only got photo of my order which was absolutely delish....our waitress Jaym handled us very professionally and with much patience, so a big shout out to her!!!! read more

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Been here many times. Everything is always good here. This time I had the fish sandwich. And it was awesome. Staff are always friendly and attentive here. read more

Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco - Fish sandwich. - Italian Near Me - Oakmont, Pennsylvania

Nice Italian spot, with a small variety of solid Italian and other dishes, especially worth it for the great cocktails. Very classic Italian restaurant, older crowd and can be a wait for food, but service was really great. I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of cocktail options and holiday flavors, all of them were interesting and delicious! The Apple Gorgonzola salad is really nice, good portion and really liked the dressing. The pasta is pretty standard, though I wish they had a few more classic pasta options. I also found the bread pretty good, but wish it came a bit warmer or at least room temp. Overall it's a solid Italian spot in the area, but not really a must try read more

Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco - Apple Gorgonzola Salad - Italian Near Me - Oakmont, Pennsylvania

My fav spot in Oakmont! Their takeout is just as good as eating in which is hard to find. My current favorite is the blackened cacio e pepe but i also LOVE their blackenzola my husband got the blackened chicken Alfredo and it's never bad. The bucatini noodles are the BEST read more

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Nice atmosphere, great wood and interior design. Good and service were great !!! Definitely would return to try other dishes . I had the lasagna and Caprese salad both were delicious read more

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This was a nice sit down place with an older crowd. But the food is really good and the portion size is very generous. The chicken salad sandwich was really good. Full cashews in it and big chunks of chicken with grapes. The croissant was good and airy. Not super heavy. It comes with Cole slaw which is super cabbagy and I did not enjoy that part of my meal. But great sandwich and yummy fries. The pork chop was pretty good, not dry at all. The mashed potatoes were smooth and good but pretty basic. The turkey club sandwich was large and decent. I would just comment that it might be heavy on the bread. Overall I would definitely come back and try other dishes. Saw a salad go by and it was so large you could split with someone or take 1/2 home. read more

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Everything was great; food, service and ambiance. Beans & greens and pasta Fagiol soups are consistently good. Apple Gorgonzola salad was delicious with a light dressing. Everyone enjoyed the multigrain bread that was served. No dessert this time, but we will be back to try the gelato and cannoli! read more

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Always great, made from scratch Italian food! The Pasta Pistachio dinner is amazing! Service is always excellent!!

Always a solid option with a night on the town but just keep reality in check and don't go thinking it's going to be five stars all the time and you'll do fine. Service is always top notch and the booths are some of the coziest in Oakmont. And oldie but a goodie. read more

Delicious Italian food. Difficult to make a selection dishes all look good. There's always a next time to look forward to. The waitstaff is friendly, very professional. Highly recommend read more

We've eaten at Hoffstot's since moving to Oakmont 40 years ago. It's sad to see how this place has gone downhill of late. Two examples: a few weeks back, my wife got a special of coconut shrimp, and it was outstanding. We went back a week later, and she ordered it again. This time the shrimp were seriously undercooked, with the insides gray and cold. They remade the dish when this was brought to the server's attention. A week later, my wife wanted to get takeout, and ordered their "Mega Salad" with chicken, which is described as "topped w/ fresh cut French fries." When we got home, there was not a French fry in sight. How can a kitchen omit one of the three main ingredients? Old-timers recall when Hoffstot's served a complimentary dipping oil with their bread service, and some lacy cookies at the end of the meal. They now charge for the dipping oil, and the cookies are gone. Sad! read more

This is an update to my review about the Friday fish fry. The service was excellent, but this review is about the food. To me consistency dictates if and how often I'll return to the same place. While my first visit was fine, the second visit bombed. To be fair, I did order some different things, and this is where some issues surfaced. That being said, based on this visit, I'll be taking my business down the street. A local club right down the street also has a Friday fish fry and I tried it last year. It was exceptional. Hoffstot's added some things from last week to this week. The pierogies were pretty good, (5 for $5), even though I'm pretty sure they aren't made in house. Still, as a commercial product, they were good, with a nice amount of buttered onions served with them. I have never understood places skimping on adding onions. They're cheap enough and add a boost of flavor and texture to what could be a bland product. Hoffstot's seems to have a pretty good handle on the right amount to add to the dish to enhance it rather than overpower it. Once again, I thought the fish was good. After that, things fell apart. My mac and cheese, (which was actually shells and cheese), was dry and hard on top. I have to admit that I didn't eat any of it. I scooped it out and threw it away. The inside of the container was contaminated, and I wasn't sure what it was that was in there. I plan to take it back for some kind of explanation. There is something red inside, which could have been a sauce, barbecue or ketchup, or something more serious, like blood. Either way, I didn't want to take a chance on cross contamination. The second part was worse. I remembered this time to order the halushki. At $5, it was $5 more than it should have been. I have certain expectations about a favored family dish. This wasn't it. I shouldn't have to explain that the cabbage should be cooked before mixing it with the noodles. What I got was raw, hard thick pieces of cabbage among noodles. They were far more raw than cooked, and I gave up trying to eat it after a few bites. For 2 people getting a take out for well over $50, it was a terrible experience. We got 2 dinners, a fish sandwich, small container of cole slaw, contaminated mac and cheese and a soggy cookie with a small condiment of tartar sauce and a few pickle slices for $40. The sides were $5 each, so $15 for 10 pierogies and a container of cabbage and noodles. I can tick off half a dozen places near the same area where the same money would have given me more and better food. I understand that the same owner owns and operates several food businesses in the area. Many are on point with their food. I have been considering visiting the actual restaurant, but after these experiences, I'm certainly not in a hurry. You're only as good as your worst day. read more

So sorry! This was our special 'go to' and we were very un-impressed this time (our 3rd or 4th time). It was the day before Valentine's, we had never in our 45 yrs went for the Valentine Day thing. So disappointed. We were after lunch time (1:00) and it seemed that some staff might have been off for their own breaks. Don't go during lunch. I had chicken. It was served on a plate all by its lonesome. Nothing special, no attempt to "plate it" just looked so lonesome on a large plate. Nothing special, how sad! The side was a salad, I liked it. We have never been before at lunch. Sadly, it does come off as a very " chummy" restaurant. You know, the old 'Pgh friends are priority" It took forever - over 35 minutes for our food. We must have picked a bad time. We have had wonderful dinners here in the past, such carelessness. Just don't go at lunch. read more

Great food and wait staff. The atmosphere is comfortable and clean! The portions are very generous. I'm having the rest of my chicken parmigiana for dinner tonight! The zucchini appetizer is the absolute best fried zucchini in Pittsburgh. read more

Hoffstot's is our go to favorite restaurant when we want great food. We often take friends and family here as our treat. Although it always seems busy, the service has always been great. Unlike many restaurants these days, hot food comes out hot and cold food comes out cold. The food is always delicious and I can say we have not had any dishes we did not like. I especially like their seafood soups which are usually available on Friday's. I also especially like that we get good value for the cost which is quite reasonable. read more

Bland. Overpriced. Service was adequate with a hint of arrogance. Small gnat (or 2) would not leave our table for most of the evening. Water glasses are too small and were spotted. Appetizer of stuffed peppers was overpriced for two small peppers. Zero taste or heat. This seemed to be the standard, possibly for the above average aged crowd. Veal was smothered in sauce and soggy. Carrot cake was giant and the only redeeming part of the visit. read more

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Came here with my coworkers for an end of the year celebration. Food is amazing. I got the filet medallions-- very generous portion sizes. I got two meals out of my order. They also have a great selection of desserts. I was very happy with the tiramisu I ordered. It's a very classy place. Servers are a head above your average joint- professional, friendly, efficient. Definitely would return! read more

Hoffstot’s Cafe Monaco - Grilled Filet Medallions - Italian Near Me - Oakmont, Pennsylvania

This is my first time at this establishment, and everything was delicious. One of my friends had recommended Hoffstot's for a dinner together, and told me that this place was friendly and the food was delicious. After having eaten here, I could not agree more! Overall, the ambience is welcoming, and the staff make sure that every customer is well taken care of. The person that I was dinner with pretty much everybody that was working at the restaurant, and introduced me to them - I don't think I've ever met a friendlier group! My friend made several recommendations regarding their menu, and I decided to have their Scattino "beggar's purses" pasta dish - I absolutely loved it; this dish had everything - Italian, sweet sausage, peppers, Boursin cream, and this was truly worth the visit. The wait staff were super attentive, and made sure that everyone was well cared for during the meal - honestly, it appeared as if all of the customers knew the wait staff well; definitely a good sign of dedication to excellent service and delicious food... I most definitely will be back soon, this time I'll bring my whole family. Thank you so much for such a wonderful evening!! Definitely recommend!!! read more

Eggplant Parmesan was frozen not fresh was reheated it was like a wet sponge do better.

Recently got takeout front this restaurant. I have not been here for years. We ordered fettuccine, manicotti and a steak salad. The steak salad was very good with plenty of meat. Ranch dressing was excellent. The fettucine was also very good. The manicotti was good but not how I remembered. It was layered not rolled. Overstuffed with ricotta. Takeout Service was fine. read more

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I tried calling hoffstots 5 times about the terrible meal and was told the 'chef' would get back to me. Never happened. Can I give -5 stars?

They have really gone down hill the past few years and are now at their lowest point. This poor review is not a complaint but more a plea for the restaurant to improve. We started to notice the quality of their dishes declining each time we'd visit over the past several years, but we kept giving them another chance. But EVERYTHING about my meal this Saturday night was disappointing. The polenta was dry and hard as a rock. The greens in the greens and beans were so tough, I couldn't chew them. The beef in the mini blackenzola seemed like scraps of beef and not the quality beef it should have been. Lastly, the almond torte dessert was dry and hard. I'm so sad so say that we won't be going back. I used for love his place. read more

Memories of dining here as a teenager made this almost a no brainer when looking for a place for a group to meet and eat for a Monday evening dinner. Luckily, some of the more trendy Pittsburgh restaurants were closed on Monday, so even though it was a second or third choice, it was the right choice. Dining as an adult makes me appreciate what they're doing here even more. I ordered the stuffed pepper which is an all vegetarian filling. My pepper was huge so I only got one, and cut a few pieces for others to try. Everyone loved it and so did I. It had olives and pistachios in it and was unique and familiar at the same time. The Salads that come with the meal were amazing and large. I should have ordered the Apple Gorgonzola as it looked exquisite. The tossed salad was pretty good too. Nobody ordered the Caesar salad. For dinner, there was a blackened salmon special with a gumbo sauce over rice. The sauce was spot on, the salmon was cooked well, but the blackened part left much to the imagination. They seam to cater to a much older crowd, so maybe it's seasoned lightly by default. Blackened for Senior Citizens is different than for this diner (although I'm approaching AARP age) My neighboring diner ordered manicotti and he cut me off a piece and all I can say is OMGIH... Manicotti is one of my favorite foods and that manicotti was hands down the best I've ever eaten. If I go back, I'm eating that! I may get one to go too! Who knows. He didn't finish it and you-know-who scooped it up off his plate and finished it for him... even in a pandemic... that's how good it is. Worth the risk! Everyone enjoyed their meal and many commented on why they don't go more often (some live closer than others). I grew up not too far and this was a treat when we ate here. 5-Stars for sure. I can't get the manicotti out of my mind. Serial... get that stuffed pasta! read more

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we waited over 2 hours for our food. when it arrived it was luke warm at best and no one had a very good meal. We were all so disappointe. The waitress just kept telling us how they were and how it was wonderful for them to be so busy. I assured her it wasn't wonderful for us. read more

Nope. The food is ok but overpriced. The owner wants to monopolize Oakmont and is not a kind person. Go elsewhere.

Our order took much longer than it should have and when it came it was cold and 2 of the dinners were sent back. The 2 that were cold were Hot Roast Beef sandwiches with FF. Even the replacement dinners took much longer. There is no manager that checks on diners. I could partially blame the waitress but the restaurant was not that crowded. To spend 2 hours waiting for dinner is unacceptable read more

This place was pretty overpriced. I did like the ambience, but the food wasn't as special as I would have guessed. I ordered a pistachio pasta, but it really tasted a lot like buttered noodles with pistachios and a bloody Mary, and it was the most water down bloody Mary I have ever had for desserts were amazing though, I got some sort of toffee cake al a mode. The thing about that was that the menu said it was 8.95 but then I was charged $8.95 for the cake and an additional two dollars for the a la mode even though that is how it was presented on the menu. read more

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Repeat customers are EVERYTHING! After reading the reviews, as a newbie. I declined on trying it. Just wanted to let you know why.

Went for my birthday. Food excellent, service is wonderful. Cannot go wrong eating here. Very relaxing also....

I really don't know what was wrong with our waitress tonight. she asked us if we wanted black pepper for salad and my partner said yes, and she never brought it. She also brought the wrong dressing when he was trying to be good. She was just very very surly. She asked us if we wanted Parmesan cheese at a one of those little shredding machines and we both said yes she reached a car my partners plate and dumped the cheese onto my pasta. We just want to get away for her so badly we decided not to have dessert there I know everyone has a bad day every every every once in a a while. The food was fine. It was nice. They had early but the service ruined the whole experience. read more

Family style restaurant with friendly ambience and a varied menu. Monthly early-bird specials are usually tasty and a good value.

Excellent food! Nice atmosphere. Even though I live over 30 miles away, I go there several times a year. Plus, it's near Oakmont Bakery.

Favoocal family owned restaurant. All food was very good with outstanding waitstaff. Suggest making reservations during peak times. Consider pork if you dig the pig. Nice chops. read more

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This place is like the poster child for over-promise and under-deliver. Everything we had was bland and overpriced. How someone manages to make a roast beef sandwich taste like absolutely nothing is beyond me. My partner had a terrible stomach ache for the rest of the night after eating his entree. He knows it was the scallops. The prices are also outrageous, especially considering the quality of the food. The only reason it didn't get one star is because service was OK. read more

I regularly dine here with family and friends. The service and atmosphere is always superb but relaxed. The various specials and the special early menu mean I can dine here often without gettting tired of the same dishes. It's definitely an older crowd and families for those wanting a nice, relaxed sit-down dinner. The full bar and drink specials are nice also. The desserts are delicious; cheesecake and carrot cake my two favorites. read more

Rose was perhaps one of the best servers I've ever had! She is so genuine and attentive to her guests! The food was also delightful!