Monterey Bay Fish Grotto

If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience with breathtaking views of Pittsburgh's skyline and rivers, this restaurant delivers on all fronts. The panoramic vistas alone are worth the visit—you'll enjoy a spectacular look at the city from nearly every seat in the house. Whether it's a special occasion or a casual evening out, the atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between elegance and comfort. We started with the she-crab bisque, and it set the tone perfectly for the rest of the meal—rich, creamy, and full of flavor without being too heavy. It was a fantastic appetizer that we'd definitely order again. As for the main course, the seafood was outstanding. My wife enjoyed a combination of perfectly seared scallops, tender shrimp, and a crab cake that was crispy on the outside and wonderfully moist inside. She couldn't stop talking about how fresh everything tasted. I went with the classic pairing of a juicy, perfectly cooked filet mignon and the same standout crab cake. The steak was incredibly tender, seasoned just right, and packed with flavor. We shared an order of roasted Brussels sprouts alongside our meals, and they were excellent—caramelized, slightly crispy, and a great complement to both the seafood and the steak. The service was top-notch: attentive without being intrusive. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and offered thoughtful wine pairings and menu suggestions that really enhanced the experience. In all, this restaurant offers the perfect combination of exceptional seafood, mouth-watering steak, and an unforgettable setting. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner, celebrating an anniversary, or simply craving a great meal with a view, this spot checks every box.

We were there for a birthday celebration. John made sure we had a wonderful experience and the food was excellent.

Specialty restaurant. Food was good but it is very expensive. Good place to go if someone else is paying.

Always a great experience, starting from Valet till the end. The food and the service is always great that I feel to stress when dining here.

Such a delicious meal and wonderful night out. It was our anniversary so we started out with a seafood trio appetizer special. The 3 were all excellent! The orange marmalade horse radish sauce was amazing, sweet with a kick. The king salmon with miso glaze was also delicious but our favorite were the Brussel sprouts. The ginger soy glaze was absolutely the best. I highly recommend a revisit or trip here for a special occasion or just to have excellent food.

Lovely seafood restaurant overlooking all of Pittsburgh. Excellent service. Mocktails were amazing! Reservations a must.

Had family in from Texas and Colorado and they said the crab cakes were better than the ones they had in Baltimore! They loved the views!

My girlfriend and I went here for our anniversary and our experience could have not been better. Our waiter, James, was as kind, helpful, and courteous as could be towards us, as it was our first time visiting. The swordfish I ordered was top-notch and the complementary dessert was a wonderful touch to a fantastic evening, all while enjoying the beautiful view at the window. We will be back for sure!

Definitely 5 star in every category! If you are in Pittsburgh, go there. Views of downtown are awesome.

This was my first time here to celebrate my dad's birthday. From the staff, to the views, & most importantly the food... everything was perfect. I will be returning soon!

The food ins delicious and presented beautifully. Alyssa was our wait person and was vey attentive and professional.

Amazing food, and the service was impeccable! We would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone living in, or visiting Pittsburgh!

Great food, great drinks. Denise our server was awesome. Great experience. Highly recommend. Will definitely return.

Amazing views of PIT. Sea bass itself was cooked wonderfully, a bit too much going on underneath the fish however and the sauce on top was slightly overpowering but overall good. Crab cakes were probably the best I’ve had, maybe a touch pricey but delicious. The grilled cheese dessert was amazing, not being a big sweets eater I was hesitant but had to try and it didn’t disappoint. Not overly sweet, great flavors, understand why it won pittsburgh dessert of the year twice.

We celebrated my husband's birthday and were not disappointed. Being seated at the very best table with an awesome view of the rivers and city, receiving excellent service and then enjoying a delicious starter and our entrees, what could possibly be better?