The owner Gerry was an absolute delight. Both my wife and I couldn't have asked for better service. The food was excellent we left completely full, and the price well you can't beat it. Absolutely coming back to taste the entire menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paula Benson
The fried shrimp dinner is divine! Large crispy butterfly shrimp that taste fresh and clean! Captain Ben's fried fish sandwich will not disappoint! Large portions, reasonable prices, nice quiet location, great atmosphere, friendly staff! Don't miss this local gem!! Loved this place for decades!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Philly Cheese Steak, Captain Ben's Famous Baked Fish Sandwich, Chicken Picatta, Captian Ben's Fried Chicken Sandwich, Pittsburgh's Finest Baked Sub, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Buffalo Style Chicken Fingers with Bleu Cheese & Celery, Charbroiled Chicken Sandwich, Hamburger, Captian Ben's Onion Rings, Baked or Fried, Land & Sea Platter, Homemade Soup of the Day, Chicken Parmigiano, Captain Ben's Sandwich Special, Pasta Diablo, Chicken Romano, Pittsburgh's Finest Baked Sub Platter, Broiled Seafood Platter
Cheryl Straub
Tugboat's is one of the best kept secrets in Pittsburgh. The fish sandwich lived up to every bit of the hype. The breading was light and delicious but the portion size was enough for 2 meals. The coleslaw was homemade and reminded me of what my Mom would make for holidays. 5 star all around. It was fun to meet Gerry and his wife and as many have written, Gerry personally stopped to visit and check on our meal.I look forward to eating at Tugboat's the next time I am in Pittsburgh and trying additional menu items.addendum: How could I forget to mention the onion rings? Same light breading and absolutely delicious!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Coleman “GRILLIN AND CHILLIN” Hudson
In town from TX for a short trip and we were looking for a local gem spot to eat at, and we definitely found it. Great atmosphere, amazing service, and some of the most delicious food we have had. We had a Margarita and the famous fish sandwich without the bun. For the side, we had the green beans. I was expecting a batter heavy, deep fried mess and some canned green beans, and boy, were we surprised. The fish was seasoned and grilled to perfection, and the green beans were fresh made. We both regretted not living in the area and being able to return here again. Hy hat off to the entire wait and chef staff for a great evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Captain Ben's Famous Baked Fish Sandwich
James Chapman
They got some great fish sandwiches and I feel it's really price reasonably and comes with fries. A lot of times you'll find a good fish sandwich at your local bars, like this one .I'm not a bar person that hangs out in one but l will order my food and go. And just for those who is curious. The reason I don't hang out in the bars is I'm not a drinker. I'm not an alcoholic, it's just a place I go to get food and be on my way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coleslaw, Baked or Fried
Alexander Kin
Perfect local dive bar. The owner, Jerry, is a great guy and makes you feel at home. Good for cheap bar food and some Italian bites. Fish sandwich is their
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jon Cannard
This place is a GEM! Great food, great people, great service! Try the steak or any of the Romano dishes. Everything we’ve had has been excellent. Thanks to Jerry and his staff, we were treated like family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pittsburgh
Eileen Wroblewski
Ray and I were there last nite for our wedding anniversary dinner. The fish sandwich was great and the chicken Parm was superb!! Alot for the money! Gerry goes beyond for his customers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Captain Ben
Jon C.
Food is excellent! We have loved everything we have eaten here. Try the steak or any of the Romano dishes. Service is great with personal attention and ambiance is neighborhood bar. Also an outside deck for when the sun shines! Limited seating!
jenna gibbons
Great family owned restaurant! The owners provides lovely service. Amazing seafood and fried zucchini.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Broiled Seafood Platter, Chicken Picatta, Captian Ben
For stopping at a random place on work travel with no expectations, I can honestly say Tugboats was memorable and delicious. Try the chili, have the fish sandwich, just enjoy the atmosphere. Thanks for the hospitality!
Jess in the Camaro SS
Literally one of my favorite places to frequent for comfort food when I come here the staff and owner (Mr. Jerry) makes me feel like I'm at home it's like having Sunday dinner at my grandparents or my dads house its a laid back bar and they never disappoint from the food to the service I'll forever be a loyal guest to this establishment a few of my favorite dishes is the chicken picatta the fried fish sandwich and the steak hoagie they definitely have the best fish sandwich in the city in my opinion go check them out it's a cute little italian bar with a mixed crowd that sits in a very quiet section of chalfont/forest hills areaKid-friendliness: Even though it's a bar it has seating in the back for families very kid friendly I bring mine here all the time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Pasquale
Literally one of my favorite places to frequent for comfort food when I come here the staff and owner (Mr. Jerry) makes me feel like I'm at home it's like having Sunday dinner at my grandparents or my dads house its a laid back bar and they never disappoint from the food to the service I'll forever be a loyal guest to this establishment a few of my favorite dishes is the chicken picatta the fried fish sandwich and the steak hoagie they definitely have the best fish sandwich in the city in my opinion go check them out it's a cute little italian bar with a mixed crowd that sits in a very quiet section of chalfont/forest hills areaKid-friendliness: Even though it's a bar it has seating in the back for families very kid friendly I bring mine here all the time
Rick Swank
Great people, good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lanny S.
Great food perfect service. Fish and shrimp specials. Italian dishes also. Full service bar.
The owner Gerry was an absolute delight. Both my wife and I couldn't have asked for better service. The food was excellent we left completely full, and the price well you can't beat it. Absolutely coming back to taste the entire menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The fried shrimp dinner is divine! Large crispy butterfly shrimp that taste fresh and clean! Captain Ben's fried fish sandwich will not disappoint! Large portions, reasonable prices, nice quiet location, great atmosphere, friendly staff! Don't miss this local gem!! Loved this place for decades!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Philly Cheese Steak, Captain Ben's Famous Baked Fish Sandwich, Chicken Picatta, Captian Ben's Fried Chicken Sandwich, Pittsburgh's Finest Baked Sub, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Buffalo Style Chicken Fingers with Bleu Cheese & Celery, Charbroiled Chicken Sandwich, Hamburger, Captian Ben's Onion Rings, Baked or Fried, Land & Sea Platter, Homemade Soup of the Day, Chicken Parmigiano, Captain Ben's Sandwich Special, Pasta Diablo, Chicken Romano, Pittsburgh's Finest Baked Sub Platter, Broiled Seafood Platter
Tugboat's is one of the best kept secrets in Pittsburgh. The fish sandwich lived up to every bit of the hype. The breading was light and delicious but the portion size was enough for 2 meals. The coleslaw was homemade and reminded me of what my Mom would make for holidays. 5 star all around. It was fun to meet Gerry and his wife and as many have written, Gerry personally stopped to visit and check on our meal.I look forward to eating at Tugboat's the next time I am in Pittsburgh and trying additional menu items.addendum: How could I forget to mention the onion rings? Same light breading and absolutely delicious!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
In town from TX for a short trip and we were looking for a local gem spot to eat at, and we definitely found it. Great atmosphere, amazing service, and some of the most delicious food we have had. We had a Margarita and the famous fish sandwich without the bun. For the side, we had the green beans. I was expecting a batter heavy, deep fried mess and some canned green beans, and boy, were we surprised. The fish was seasoned and grilled to perfection, and the green beans were fresh made. We both regretted not living in the area and being able to return here again. Hy hat off to the entire wait and chef staff for a great evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Captain Ben's Famous Baked Fish Sandwich
They got some great fish sandwiches and I feel it's really price reasonably and comes with fries. A lot of times you'll find a good fish sandwich at your local bars, like this one .I'm not a bar person that hangs out in one but l will order my food and go. And just for those who is curious. The reason I don't hang out in the bars is I'm not a drinker. I'm not an alcoholic, it's just a place I go to get food and be on my way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Coleslaw, Baked or Fried
Perfect local dive bar. The owner, Jerry, is a great guy and makes you feel at home. Good for cheap bar food and some Italian bites. Fish sandwich is their
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place is a GEM! Great food, great people, great service! Try the steak or any of the Romano dishes. Everything we’ve had has been excellent. Thanks to Jerry and his staff, we were treated like family.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pittsburgh
Ray and I were there last nite for our wedding anniversary dinner. The fish sandwich was great and the chicken Parm was superb!! Alot for the money! Gerry goes beyond for his customers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Captain Ben
Food is excellent! We have loved everything we have eaten here. Try the steak or any of the Romano dishes. Service is great with personal attention and ambiance is neighborhood bar. Also an outside deck for when the sun shines! Limited seating!
Great family owned restaurant! The owners provides lovely service. Amazing seafood and fried zucchini.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Broiled Seafood Platter, Chicken Picatta, Captian Ben
Restaurantji Recommends
For stopping at a random place on work travel with no expectations, I can honestly say Tugboats was memorable and delicious. Try the chili, have the fish sandwich, just enjoy the atmosphere. Thanks for the hospitality!
Literally one of my favorite places to frequent for comfort food when I come here the staff and owner (Mr. Jerry) makes me feel like I'm at home it's like having Sunday dinner at my grandparents or my dads house its a laid back bar and they never disappoint from the food to the service I'll forever be a loyal guest to this establishment a few of my favorite dishes is the chicken picatta the fried fish sandwich and the steak hoagie they definitely have the best fish sandwich in the city in my opinion go check them out it's a cute little italian bar with a mixed crowd that sits in a very quiet section of chalfont/forest hills areaKid-friendliness: Even though it's a bar it has seating in the back for families very kid friendly I bring mine here all the time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Literally one of my favorite places to frequent for comfort food when I come here the staff and owner (Mr. Jerry) makes me feel like I'm at home it's like having Sunday dinner at my grandparents or my dads house its a laid back bar and they never disappoint from the food to the service I'll forever be a loyal guest to this establishment a few of my favorite dishes is the chicken picatta the fried fish sandwich and the steak hoagie they definitely have the best fish sandwich in the city in my opinion go check them out it's a cute little italian bar with a mixed crowd that sits in a very quiet section of chalfont/forest hills areaKid-friendliness: Even though it's a bar it has seating in the back for families very kid friendly I bring mine here all the time
Great people, good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food perfect service. Fish and shrimp specials. Italian dishes also. Full service bar.