Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington

4.8

7212 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

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Takeout

(412) 481-4414

Private dining

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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
Website
http://www.montereybayfishgrotto.com/
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

Location
1411 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15211
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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Popular dishes

Classic Shrimp Cocktail$24.00
Cocktail sauce and lemon
Seafood Trio^$30.00
One MBFG Signature Crab Cake with house rémoulade, Two Jumbo Cajun Shrimp with orange horseradish marmalade, Two Grilled Teriyaki Fish Skewers (Tuna, Salmon and Swordfish) with ancho chili aioli
Single Crab Cake Appetizer^$19.00
One MBFG Signature Crab Cake with house rémoulade

First Course

Artisan Greens Salad$14.00
Mixed greens, candied pecans, fresh chèvre, strawberries, blueberries, passion fruit vinaigrette
She-Crab Bisque$15.00
Cream sherry, crab, crème fraîche, chives
Caesar Salad^$11.00
Romaine hearts, shaved Parmesan, crostini (Anchovies)

Chef Selections

Classic Surf & Turf$70.00
8 oz. Filet mignon, 4 oz. butter-poached lobster tail, asparagus
Scallops Parmesan$52.00
Parmesan crusted scallops, jumbo lump crab, lemon pepper cream
Lobster Romano$65.00
Twin 4 oz. tails, Romano, lemon butter sauce, jumbo lump crab

Fresh Fish

Fish Preps: Ponchartrain, Honey Lime, Blk/Cajun, Sashimi, Meuniere, Parmesean, Chimichurri, Sauteed

Big Eye Tuna$40.00
Served Seared Sashimi Style. Pickled cucumber & ginger, poke sauce, micro greens, tajin
Chilean Sea Bass$42.00
Served Chimichurri style. Spice rub, cilantro, parsley, jalapeño, garlic, lime
Salmon$32.00
Served Honey Lime style. Teriyaki marinade, honey lime butter sauce
Swordfish$37.00
Served Parmesan style. Crusted with Parmesan and panko, lemon pepper cream

Crab Cakes

Crab Cake with Scallops^$46.00
One crab cake with four New Brunswick scallops
Crab Cake with Shrimp^$34.00
One crab cake with four Gold Coast shrimp
Crab Cakes Dinner^$38.00
Two MBFG Signature Crab Cakes with house rémoulade
Single Crab Cake Entree^$19.00
One MBFG Signature Crab Cake with house rémoulade

Steaks

Filet Mignon^$48.00
8 oz., chargrilled, house steak butter
Wagyu Strip^$70.00
14 oz, chargrilled, house steak butter

Sides

Asparagus$12.00
Extra-virgin olive oil & sea salt
Brussels Sprouts$14.00
Flash-fried, sweet soy, chili, orange, lime
Pommes Frites$8.00
House seasoning, Parmesan, fine herbs
Au Gratin Potatoes$12.00
Baby swiss, Gruyère, smoked Gouda
Carrots$12.00
Roasted whole carrots, celery seed & lemon vinaigrette
Truffle Pommes Frites$14.00
House pommes frites with black garlic, black truffle, Parmesan

Accompaniments

Add 2 Seared Scallops - $14; Add 3 Seared Shrimp - $12

1 Crab Cake$19.00
4 oz Maine Lobster Tail$22.00

Desserts

Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake$10.00
Dark chocolate mousse, raspberry jam, bitter sweet ganache, fresh raspberries, raspberry coulis
Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich$11.00
Caramelized angel food cake, cream cheese filling, berry compote, vanilla bean ice cream, toasted sweet & salty almonds

Young Guest's Menu

Kids Sides: Gr Asparagus, Fruit Cup, Potatoes, French Fries

6 oz Petite Filet$25.00
Chargrilled center cut filet mignon, served with choice of two sides
Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders$9.00
Served with choice of two sides
Jumbo Fried Shrimp$12.00
Four hand breaded shrimp, served with choice of two sides
Ultimate Grilled Cheese$9.00
Served with choice of two sides
Pan Seared Aukra Salmon$16.00
Seasoned and grilled, served with choice of two sides

What 7,212 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was very nice and knowledgeable. He definitely made my wife’s birthday a very special night! We will only eat at his table from now on.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brent was fabulous as our server! He made our special night wonderful!
A
Ahmed
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience5
We used to dine there a lot. This time food was below average Will consider another restaurant next time
NS
NSQ3
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal!
SW
SamW
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. You can't beat the view and the food is always amazing.
A
Ashley
Pittsburgh
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was wonderful. Excellent service, delicious food and amazing views!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time! The view was incredible, definitely recommend going for sunset. Our waiter (Nick) was very attentive and helpful, he gave us great recommendations and made sure we were enjoying ourselves! The food was absolutely spectacular. Definitely a special occasion dinner, but absolutely worth it!
P
Pittsburgher
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
All was very good. Prices are a bit higher for the portion sizes.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful night! Delicious food and great service as always!!!
JL
JimL
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
A lovely view, very good service and a good menu. A great place to celebrate a special birthday
f
foodieleigh
Coastal Georgia
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The crab cake and lobster was cooked perfectly and, although I was uncomfortably full, the Angel Food Grilled Cheese was next level of deliciousness!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
All stellar, spent the best night and celebrated the best birthday! Thank you to the staff, it was amazing, and to John in particular for his kindness and warm personality!
TS
TimS
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
We go there for the same things all the time . Calamari.Oysters crab cakes and angel food dessert. The crab cakes were cold the first time we went back and then , got another set of them and they was like still raw in middle. They did take them off of bill . But I think when they mess the the same thing 2 times the whole bill should be credited??? It’s was a special date night for us and it still was a nice date night . But the main course kinda sucked !!! Sorry .
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was a great place to have my birthday dinner with my friends! It was an absolutely beautiful view! The service & the food was amazing. You must get the grilled cheese angel food cake— best dessert I’ve ever had!
TS
ToniS
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service we received from Nick and Jen made this a true fine dining experience. The food of course was amazing. I am gluten free and the menu was extremely accomadating, they even had gf rolls (best I've ever had) which is a rarity at most restaurants. We were celebrating a special occasion with our daughter and the extra amenities that were offered pushed this up to the next level of dining. We had such a nice overall experience and will definitely return and recommend. I can't emphasize enough how delighted we were, especially since post covid, most dining experiences have been sub-par. Well worth the money and I rarely walk away with that feeling.
CN
ClareN
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I have been coming to Monterey Bay every year for our anniversary since 2012, it’s the only time we come as it is our tradition. Something about this particular year though was so special. Everyone we interacted with was a joy to be around, so professional but yet still personable. The food was absolutely immaculate this year, it’s never been bad but it was just out of this world this time around. My husband got the Chilean Sea Bass and we both agreed it was the absolute best fish dish either of us have ever had, and definitely in our top 3 of fancy dishes we’ve had. The chimichurri is so refreshing you don’t want the dish to end. And the music was really on point this night as well. The whole evening was just completely wonderful, we can’t wait to come back next year.
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Bbitsme
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal, the halibut was so delicious, and best Calamari I have ever had!! Tremendous view! Five stars all around!
JG
JoshG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great, service was great, price could be a little better.
BD
BrittanyD
Pittsburgh
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
You can’t go wrong with a reservation at Monterey Bay! The service was top-notch and the food was even better. We were sat in Jeremy’s section and he was a fabulous server. We had the calamari appetizer and it was the best calamari in the city. The crabcakes were delicious with minimal filler and the grilled cheese dessert is truly world-class. We can’t wait to visit again and hope to dine with Jeremy when we do as he made the experience that much better.
RC
RussellC
San Antonio
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very beautiful setting. We were lucky to get a window seat and the view is amazing! Our server who was French was outstanding and gave great recommendations. We tried most of his recommendations and he was spot on. I passed on his one recommendation and ordered a dish he cautioned me about and I should have listened. My wife had Sea Bass and loved it! I had Halibut and unfortunately the fish was covered with so much sauce that it overwhelmed the fish. The sauce was good but way to much. The bread and the Fried Green Tomato’s were outstanding! We had a nice bottle of Prosecco and the grilled cheese desert is out of this world. This is a first class restaurant so expect to pay for this excellent dinning experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated a retirement. The seafood was fresh and expertly prepared, with a variety of options to choose from. The service was attentive and friendly, making for a pleasant and enjoyable meal. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for great seafood and a fantastic view of the city. 5 stars!
AG
AndrewG
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Service was excellent - everyone we interacted with was friendly and helpful - congrats to the leadership and their training. The food was tasty - nothing memorable but flavorful and well prepared. Cocktails were a little on sweet side for us but that is personal taste, although my man-hattan was excellent. What really makes the night is the view - even in the middle of winter Pittsburgh by night is wonderful. So while a little on the pricey side for what you get, it was my wife's birtday and this is a great special occasion restaurant. We will be back.
WA
WileyA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Proposed to my fiancé there last night and the service was great and friendly! Food was amazing! Views you can't beat! Left the building a fiancé and super full!
DF
DebbyF
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was wonderful as always. Service and food was outstanding.
TE
ThomasinaEliza
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
The Lobster Mac and Cheese is amazing! The Angel Food Grilled Cheese is a must! Great ambience and awesome view.
SL
StefaniaLVS
Mexico City
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We spent our anniversary here, and although the weather did not cooperate to have a nice view (since it was foggy and rainy and you could only see clouds), the service and food made up for that. The experience was outstanding, and we had our dessert for free because of our anniversary. We had the crab cakes as an appetizer and the Big eyed salmon as the main course; both were exquisite! Definitely, the best place for seafood there is in Pittsburgh!
CB
ChrisB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
The food was excellent and the service was fantastic. We will certainly be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect setting, food, and atmosphere for a wonderful dinner date.
BE
Bite2Eat
Pittsburgh
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best food, service, atmosphere and attention to detail. My top recommendation in town! All of the staff go out of there way to make our evening memorable each time we dine there! On this visit: Nick, our host and Jessie, our server both made our evening special. Thank you
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about our experience was simply incredible. The delicious food, the excellent service, the amazing view. Our evening tops my list of best nights ever.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
You cannot beat the experience at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto! The view is spectacular. The food is top notch and the staff makes you feel like family. Our waitress, Rachel took extreme care from start to finish and made celebrating my wife’s birthday extra special. The general manager, John made sure we were accommodated early right against the window with a great view!
LG
LarryG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great evening celebrating our daughters white coat ceremony! Thanks for making it so special!
JA
JoeA
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Won’t be disappointed. Excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Beautiful view. Professional staff 3 of the 4 meals were spectacular. Pork tenderloin was very salty.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fabulous experience. Food was fresh and delicious and perfectly prepared; service (Joe and Nick) was gracious and well-informed, above and beyond. THIS is what excellence is all about . 5 🌟 in every dimension 👏👏👏👏👏
MW
MattW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely beautiful space. Wonderful service. The food was fantastic.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was phenomenal and the food was delicious. The view also can’t be beat.
M
Momdoc
Hawaii
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every visit to Pittsburgh must include a dinner at Monteray. The service, food and ambience are consistent and always make our evening thoroughly enjoyable.
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too2tica
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My mother had the best birthday dinner
LM
LMT77
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hanging out with my BFF.

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 7212 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(412) 481-4414

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

Website
http://www.montereybayfishgrotto.com/
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

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Crab Cake

Chilean Sea Bass

Swordfish

Starters

Classic Shrimp Cocktail$24.00

Seafood Trio^$30.00

Single Crab Cake Appetizer^$19.00

First Course

Artisan Greens Salad$14.00

She-Crab Bisque$15.00

Caesar Salad^$11.00

Chef Selections

Classic Surf & Turf$70.00

Scallops Parmesan$52.00

Lobster Romano$65.00

Fresh Fish

Big Eye Tuna$40.00

Chilean Sea Bass$42.00

Salmon$32.00

Swordfish$37.00

Crab Cakes

Crab Cake with Scallops^$46.00

Crab Cake with Shrimp^$34.00

Crab Cakes Dinner^$38.00

Single Crab Cake Entree^$19.00

Steaks

Filet Mignon^$48.00

Wagyu Strip^$70.00

Sides

Asparagus$12.00

Brussels Sprouts$14.00

Pommes Frites$8.00

Au Gratin Potatoes$12.00

Carrots$12.00

Truffle Pommes Frites$14.00

Accompaniments

1 Crab Cake$19.00

4 oz Maine Lobster Tail$22.00

Desserts

Dark Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake$10.00

Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich$11.00

Young Guest's Menu

6 oz Petite Filet$25.00

Hand Breaded Chicken Tenders$9.00

Jumbo Fried Shrimp$12.00

Ultimate Grilled Cheese$9.00

Pan Seared Aukra Salmon$16.00

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