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    Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

    4.2 (857 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Romantic
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    Classy

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    Seafood tower
    Mel L.

    Revamped menu was quite good! Service was impeccable. Went with the seafood tower which was generous, the seafood trio appetizer as a main was great. The sea bass special was a bit too heavy with polenta and could have been a bit lighter/more delicate. French onion filet mignon, broth was too salty and my son left the chunk of bread behind. Crab cake always a hit. Kids menu is very hearty even if the fish and chips was fried dark! Lobster on the seafood tower tasted amazing but would have like a little melted butter to go with it. Carrot cake dessert was lovely. All in all a great meal.

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    Ces C.

    There's soo many seafood places in Pittsburgh it was overwhelming, we chose this place because of the 2 views it offers -overlooking the city (including Steelers Stadium) and the romantic sunset of the river. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant sits on a hill, and a solitary elevator brings you right to the entrance.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu offers a solid mix of seafood and steaks. We ordered the seafood tower to start; the oysters were great, though the lobsters were a bit dry. For our mains, the Halibut was juicy and cooked to perfection might need just a tad more seasoning, but the Chilean sea bass stole the show--perfectly flaky with an incredible cream sauce. Our server was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable throughout the meal. Happy tummy!!!

    Crab Cake (1 pc)
    Latonya S.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Outstanding ambience there are two levels you can dine at the bar level, which is lounging or at the top dining level, which is a little fancier.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I decided to order the Chilean Seabass which was served with a creamy sauce, onions, squash, and asparagus. It's pretty good. It wasn't exactly what I was expecting cause it mentioned me so so I'm not used to miso being a creamy sauce however I did also add one crabcake cause they are known for their crabcakes and it was pretty good. Service was pretty good, but there was only one server in the bar area. She felt she seemed a little stretched. Illwould I return absolutely I will give them one more chance.

    Crab Cake with Scallops
    Pam P.

    Spectacular rivers-and-city views through floor-to-ceiling windows. Attentive service, and the crab cake with saffron sauce was a standout. The scallops put up a little more of a fight than expected--I was hoping for fork-tender at a seafood spot. The view, though, didn't disappoint.

    Selina C.

    Amazing food, atmosphere, and service! The favorite was the wagyu potsticker appetizer. This place is perfect for a business dinner or a place to celebrate a special occasion.

    Tina S.

    My husband and I went here for valentine's day. It was very good but definitely very expensive so not sure when we will return. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The views were great and I like how they staggered the seating so almost every table had a good view even if you weren't directly next to a window (which we weren't).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The standout dish was the lobster tail that was part of my husband's "best of all worlds" meal (or something like that) and also the crab cakes. I got the scallops and butternut squash risotto and while the risotto was delicious, I felt the scallops were a bit underseasoned and underwhelming. The angel food grilled cheese dessert was certainly very unique but not really my type of dessert. Our waiter was great- very honest about what to order and what not to, but he stopped coming around near the end of our meal which dragged it out longer than we would have liked.

    Pretzel Cheesecake
    Jessica W.

    We live in Tampa, Florida, so the food options are absolutely endless here. Visiting Pittsburgh two times., we have had a bit of a hard time finding quality restaurants. Monterey Bay Fish grotto is on the top of our list! It was so phenomenal our first visit that we had to go back for a second visit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is breathtaking[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], the service is top-notch, the food is fresh and flavorful, they make amazing drinks, and as somebody who does not care for sweets... the pretzel cheesecake is one of the best desserts I've ever tasted! We will be back again and again

    Lizeth S.

    This restaurant and the Curry Chilean Sea Bass will live in my heart forever. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This location is just peak, no pun intended. With an out of this world view, stellar food and service catered to your pace; nothing can go wrong.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I will visit this joint ritualistically. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is not a negative thing to say from the service to the food to the dessert and location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You HAVE TO experience this place yourself. This was part of an anniversary weekend, so I kept photos to a minimum and tried to "live in the now" but oof, don't skip this place if you're in town.

    Brussels Sprouts
    Devona S.

    Some of the best service I've ever received. Never had to wait too long. Ambiance is definitely upscale, most were in business casual or cocktail attire. Food was phenomenal. I have no words to express how amazing it all was. The dessert was out of this world. The appetizer was a seafood trio which is certainly the way to go to experience variety and flavor.

    Not my money not my circus
    Deah B.

    Food was good not a wow for the price. The crab bisque was good. The portion of crab was deminished compared to previous visits. The Australian lobster tail was very fresh and had a great taste. The crab cake, scallops and scrimp were good. Also had the creme brulee. The cherries and blood oranges were a nice touch. Service was exceptional. Ambiance was clean and good lighting for a 5:30pm dinner.

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    Allison C.

    Once again, another 5 star review! Monterey Bay is by far my favorite upscale seafood restaurant in Pittsburgh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the attentive and knowledgeable staff, to the stunning 360° view of the city, to the unparalleled dishes, everything is always beyond perfect[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Our party of nine, including a one year old, dined during Pittsburgh Restaurant Week and were welcomed as soon as we stepped out of the elevator. The hostesses greeted us and asked if we wanted to check our coats. We were then taken to the top section of the restaurant. Note that if you have someone with a mobility impairment, be sure to mention that when making the reservation. Once we were seated, our fantastic server came right over. We ordered drinks, shortly followed by appetizers. A must for our family is the calamari! For dinner, we ordered everything from chicken, to pasta, to steak. Each perfectly prepared in their own way. Dessert, in my opinion, is always the best part. The crème brûlée and chocolate mousse at Monterey Bay are two of my favorites in the city. All in all, this is a restaurant I will continue to dine at. Each experience is somehow better than the last!

    Karen H.

    We had a private event yesterday night and had one of the private rooms downstairs. The lighting was fantastic and the staff was nice and attentive. The food was delicious as always, especially the crab cakes! The side we got were decent if a little boring but at least the green beans had some flavor to them. We ended with dessert and I'm sad that the portion size of the angle food cake grilled cheese decreased (it used to be twice the size) but it was good along with the other desserts we got.

    Kelly B.

    We had to send a steak back twice. They did take it off of the bill. I was more upset that we were lead to a table with a beautiful view to find out it was given to someone else on accident. We were then sat at a 4 person table with no view. It was very disappointing. I expected better from an establishment like this. Our waiter was fantastic though. The cheesecake was really delicious. Not a fan of the chimichurri.

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    Simply the BEST,period !! Just check all the 5 and 4 star reviews and it all you have to read,I can't outdo any of them. Just go there !!

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    Ask the Community - Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

    Hi wondering if it is possible to go for drinks only in the Lounge? And if so, what time would we have to arrive to get a table in the bar? Thanks!

    Yes, It's first come first serve in the bar. I think it's 4:30 on weekdays and 4? on weekends

    I'm taking my girlfriend here for her birthday..any suggestions for a special request? I'm just tryna to do something small to make it alil different than just another night out for her bday..Should I just bring a rose or two in a vase for our table?

    Ask for the corner table overlooking the city, it has the best view. That will be more impressive than flowers.

    Coming from California, what would be the best reservation time to try to get a window table, possibly catching sunset?

    8:00 would probably be good. Sunset right now is roughly 8:45. It would give you time to be seated and get started on your meal.

    Is MBFG open per usual with Covid restrictions?

    What is the dress code like here? are they really strict with it?

    Business and or business casual and you’ll fit in. Be sure to arrive early and check out the bar with views of downtown. Also, if you want good window seating, arrive early as they do not RSVP window seats.

    Does this place not serve sushi anymore? I cannot find it on their website.

    I believe they still had some sushi options when I went in Sept...maybe it is seasonal?

    Can I order alcohol if I'm with someone who's not 21 and I'm not 25?

    Yes, you should be able to!

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