There's not much to say about Bertrand other than it was a complete disaster. Tucked into a random strip mall in Upper St. Clair, Bertrand is nestled in a rundown area that leaves a lot to be expected. Upon entering the restaurant, there are crystal chandeliers, bright colors, French posters, and a lively atmosphere. The restaurant had a lot of potential until we experienced the service and cuisine. I brought my Supper Club here, and we had a group of 8 of us. There was also a very large group at the restaurant. We were neglected on several occasions, and it took us 2 HOURS just to get our food order. That's not an exaggeration. Our waitress was rather snippy with us, and ended up apologizing at the end but it did make for an unpleasant experience. When we finally received our bread, we were so hungry that we scarfed it down despite it being not so great sour dough bread. Every dish was flavorless and left us wanting more. I had to send back the steak on two occasions: once for being undercooked and once for being overcooked. I ended up getting my meal for free. The Coquilles St. Jacques had the smallest scallops without the lovely scallop shell its usually served in. The shrimp cocktail tasted like anything you could get at the grocery store. The Nicoise Salad was just sad and flavorless. The porkchop and escargot had the most flavor. I will definitely not be back to this establishment. Our group did enjoy each other's company, and it created a very memorable experience even though it was an overall bad experience! read more

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My husband and I had a wonderful anniversary dinner here. Everything from appetizers, to entrees were prepared wonderfully. Unlike traditional French meals, ours did not take long to prepare (or devour) we loved the BYOB option, and chose to sit outdoors. There was a funny carpet smell when we arrived so I was glad we had the option to sit outside under an umbrella. This meal style wast really my thing.. lots of potatoes, and I didn't get much flavor from the meats. I don't know if I would return but I'm really glad we did come here to celebrate our anniversary! read more

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I can't believe it has taken me this long to have dinner at Bertrand. My husband and I felt fortunate to get a reservation on a Friday. I highly recommend calling ahead, as this petite restaurant often books out during the weekend. My husband got the duck l'orange. The skin was crispy and the sauce sticky. I got the halibut with the tarragon sauce. The fish was perfectly cooked!!! The tarragon basil pesto sauce was light and the side of peppery arugula salad was a nice acidic complement to the meaty fish. It is clear the owner cares deeply about high quality ingredients, exceptionally cooked cuisine and pays very close attention to details. I'm looking forward to enjoying my next dinner on the patio. See you soon! read more

Bertrand - Duck l'orange - French Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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We went to Bertrand last night on a double date and absolutely loved it! This little French BYOB is a hidden gem. From the street, you would never know that at the end of the parking lot is a French restaurant whose ambiance is like a jewelry box. All of the food was quite good, and it was so hard to pick what to order because everything on the menu sounded delicious! My favorites of what we ordered were the pâté & duck a l'orange, although the lamb chops were very close in the mix as well. Service was good, but the real star of the show was Lou the owner. He went around talking to every table & was so sweet & funny. We will definitely be back! Food: B+ Drinks: N/A Service: B+ Ambiance: B+ read more

Bertrand's is reservation only and BYOB. This cozy little spot was beautifully decorated for the holidays and their staff was so lovely! We got a variety of things - my favorites were the escargot, pomme frites (dare I say, some of the best in town), French onion soup, beef bourguignon, and the orange duck (sadly not pictured because I was too excited to eat it which means I'll have to come back!). read more

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Went here with my mom on a Thursday night. The ambiance and dining rooms are beautiful. I had the Boeuf Bourguignon and it was out of this world delicious. My mom ordered the salmon and she loved it. We also ordered the pomme frites but they were not what I expected. They were tasty but not the shoestring fries which is what I experienced while living in France. The owner came out to talk with us which was awesome. He has had such an interesting life. Highly recommend trying this place out! read more

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I've been here twice. On one visit, I had the beef bourguignon, and on another, I had the lamb chops. Both were excellent. Also tried the Escargot au beurre a l'ail (snails) and Empile 'e saumon fume (smoked salmon stack). Preferred the escargot. It's BYOB so don't forget to bring a bottle of your favorite wine (which pairs perfectly with the food). The location is unassuming, the first time I went, I thought I had pulled in to the wrong shopping plaza/area. It's tucked in the back and looks like most of the other store fronts are shut down/closed. I'm excited to come back during the warmer months as I saw they have outdoor seating! read more

Amazing dinner experience at Bertrand!! The appetizer options are a little limited but everything's great! We had the escargots and chicken liver pate - so good. For large plate, we went for the scallops with asparagus and beef Bourguignon with mashed potatoes, both recommended by our server Emily. And they were super flavorful and delicious - especially love the scallops, very fresh and cooked to perfections! Shout out to Emily - she's super friendly and gave great recommendations. Both the interior and patio are gorgeous, it's hard to pick lol but with either one, you won't disappoint! Overall highly recommend if you are looking for an authentic French cuisine! read more

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We found this gem on our last trip to Pittsburgh. We came twice in one week last time, so we had to come back. It was just as delicious as we remembered. The escargot was tender and delicious and the pate was wonderful. Then we had the duck a l'orange and steak au poivre for the main course, both delicious. And we finished with pot de crème and cheesecake. And several to go boxes. Absolutely love this place. Wish we could bring it back to North Carolina with us. We haven't been here when it's been warm enough for the patio, but the outdoor area is so cute and looks like it will be great when the weather warms up. We will be back on our next trip. You should definitely come here. read more

Bertrand - Steak au poivre, duck a l'orange, asparagus and pâté. - French Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Our first time to Bertrand. I rarely write reviews but given all of the 5-star ratings and just how much I rely on the app for an honest review - wanted to share our experience. First - Bertrand is a lovely place. The decor makes you feel as though you have been transported to Paris. The service was very good as well. And the owner did stop by our table which was a very nice touch. Bread - a baguette- was served first. Unfortunately not fresh. A little radar love would have helped hide this. Shrimp cocktail was quite good. The French onion soup was tasty however the slice of cheese on top was not browned in the least - just slightly melted from the heat of the hot soup. My dish - the halibut - was the biggest piece of fish I have ever seen served. Not entirely cooked through due to its thickness. The coating was very tasty and the pesto sauce was delicious albeit sparse. The accompanying salad was wonderful with a fabulous dressing DH ordered the Beef Bourguignon - also at the suggestion of the waitress. The beef was a bit fatty and the sauce tasted as if a gravy additive had been used in part. The consistency of the icing on our dessert - a piece of chocolate cake - suggested that it had been refrigerated and wrapped with plastic. All this said - maybe it was an off night or perhaps a slow ramp-up after their 3-day break (Sun-Mon-Tues). read more

Second time dining at Bertrand and I think it might just be my favorite or pretty close to being my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. The location is so unassuming, if you didn't hear about it through word of mouth or just by luck, you might never know its back there. I was lucky enough to spot their new sign from the Taco Bell drive-thru a few months ago, and I'm glad I did. The first time I went was in February, when my girlfriend and I dined with another couple. We all enjoyed it (maybe more so for the atmosphere, friendly service and the owner, Lou!), but I remember thinking that the food was pretty good - not amazing. Still impressed however, I suggested Bertrand for our "Dinner Club" group, which we do monthly. This time around was absolutely top notch from the table they set up for our group of ten, to the service, to Lou's infectious personality (and jokes), to most importantly the food. Snails, Soup, Salad, Duck, Beef Bourguignon, Halibut, Chicken, Salmon, Filets; everything we tried was cooked perfectly and was accompanied by delicious sides. I love to cook, and beef bourg is one of my favorites, so I had to try it, and of course it set the bar very high. I tried a bite of the duck as well, and it was probably the best duck I've ever had. I really can't say enough good things about Bertrand. The entire staff was gracious and welcoming; One of the chefs even sat us, brought over waters and uncorked our wine for us. I can only think of a few restaurants, locally or otherwise, that have the kind of feel that Bertrand has. It's like going to a grandparent or relatives' house for a hearty home-cooked meal; feels good on the soul and stomach. I hope this place and Lou are around for a long time! read more

Very good food and service Best onion soup and pate Fabulous halibut Very good chicken Very clean with white tablecloth read more

We've been here twice. Tonight we celebrated a 33 year anniversary. I had the scallops, my husband the pork chop. Everything was delicious. Lou greeted us and made us feel like we entered our own dining room. Throughout the night, we heard him greeting several diners warmly. Shannon, guided us on menu options. With champagne (BYOB) and delicious entrees, we had a lovely night. All was topped off with a refreshing key lime dessert. Can't wait to return!! read more

Bertrand - French Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Delicious food. Reasonable prices. Outstanding service. We visited Bertrand recently and my only problem is that we did not visit earlier. This is truly a hidden gem in the South Hills. We shared an appetizer of the Pate. It is rich and creamy and perfect. The portion is HUGE. Truly a great value. I had the rack of lamb which was just wonderful. Seasoned well, cooked to perfection and simply delicious. And Lou, the owner, is a delight. He makes you feel important and welcome, while giving you room to enjoy your meal. Go to Bertrand soon! We will be back. Remember: Bertrand is BYOB Bring Your Own Bottle. There is a small corkage fee, but it adds something extra nice to the meal. read more

Lovely place. Nice waitstaff. Food was a big disappointment. The snails were in only a butter sauce. No parsley, wine or fresh garlic. The bread was stale. My scallops were in a runny sauce and not seared at all. My friend's steak was not well seasoned and the frites just average. Had the chocolate mousse, it was not light and fluffy. It tasted more like ganache. I was really looking forward to this meal based on reviews and looking at the menu. Just not well executed read more

Food, Service, and Ambiance is Top notch! The outside patio is gorgeous and peaceful read more

Bertrand - Casual French Cuisine... BYOB - French Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Nice atmosphere. Great food. Traditional French, fabulous Duck and Beef Bourgignon, Coq au Vin Owner on site. BYOB

Always a pleasurable experience. Lou Bucci's place is a hidden gem save room for dessert.

Dined recently with 2 other couples. Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. Perfect place to share a great meal with good friends and great wine(it's BYOB so how great the wine is up to you!). The owner Lou was charming and engaging. Loved hearing a bit of the history of the place. A hidden gem for sure. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Not sure where to start. Our friend group celebrates birthdays and we picked Bertrand for the May birthday girl. The vibe: charm, simple elegance. We sat inside because there were 11 of us. Emily was our wonderful server and manager; she was supported by Lili. Our wine was uncorked immediately so the party started (BYO BTW). We started with escargot, delicious! For entrees, quite a variety. Several had the beef bourguignon. Everyone loved it. Two of us had the salad nicoise with perfectly seared ahi tuna and an amazing tarragon dressing, almost a pesto. Other entrees enjoyed included the pork chop, the halibut and the lamb. Sides were ok, very small, but the entrees were generous. We shared a few desserts, pots de crème, French cheesecake and key lime cheesecake. The owner, Luigi "Lou" spent significant time with us making sure we were taken care of. Lovely evening, perfect meal and experience. Definitely coming back. read more

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A must try. Didn't know this place existed but will definitely be back. Food was excellent. Seemed authentic as well. Place is tucked away and the plaza looks a little run down but I'll reserve judgement until the warmer months. Went with a large group and service was great. Lou makes his rounds to make sure everything is to your liking. read more

Nice country French restaurant that is BYOB. Be sure to bring a interesting bottle with you. They took our temperatures when we arrived and we were able to enjoy the outdoor seating. We started with the pate, which is very good if you are a pate fan. I had the cotes de pork which was suppose to be a large drenched pork chop with bacon, apple and candied walnuts. Well it was a pork chop with a lot of beets and not apple. Was surprised. Yes it was good but not what I ordered and was not told that it was prepared differently than what the menu stated. read more

A cozy and nice French restaurant with romantic atmosphere, authentic French cuisine. Enjoy it very much! Highly recommended. read more

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Delightful new French spot in the South Hills that's BYOB!! We went on the 2nd night of dinner service and even though they're still working out the kinks, we had a great time, a wonderful server (Emily) and a delicious meal. While the menu is small (and sounded like they're still changing things up) the lamb chops were delicious and the steak au poivre was very good (a little heavy handed on the whole peppercorns which can be a bit overwhelming). Portions were really surprisingly big but dinner prices are a bit steep so seemed worth it. Hubby got the lamb chops and I got the steak and we ordered a side of asparagus and the creamiest most delicious mashed potatoes we've had in a while to share. Asparagus I probably wouldn't get again - they seemed raw and a little bit naked (no sauce or flavor). Had a great time and the dog Bertrand was adorable :-) Next time I'm ordering the pâté!! Glad to have this new spot and will be back read more

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This was my first time at Bertrand. My boyfriend picked it out as a surprise since he knows I love French cuisine. The food was extremely flavorful and good portion sizes. The service was also wonderful with the owner stopping by each table to get to know us personally. I would recommend the filet mignon and champignons (mushrooms). The mushrooms were delicious and the steaks were amazing as well. read more

Hidden gem in the South Hills for delicious food and tremendous service. We were looking for a special place to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we definitely found it. From the pate to the duck a l'orange and bourguignon. Everything was phenomenal. Excellent service, fabulous food. We will be going back to try the rest of the menu! read more

Bertrand - Boeuf Bourguignon - French Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Had dinner on Friday night. The food was delicious. My husband and I both had the Escargot and although they were on the small side, they were spot on. The entrees of Duck a l'orange and Boeuf Bourguignon were excellent. Ended the meal with an elegant dessert, Gateau de Fromage. Highly recommend this gem of a restaurant. You won't be disappointed. read more

We had an absolutely wonderful dinner at Bertrand. The food is really top notch and the atmosphere is great. In the warmer months, sit outside under an umbrella in the garden (planted by the owner). It's a BYOB restaurant so if you want B, BYO. The menu is pretty diverse so there's really something for everyone. Highly recommend. read more

This was my first visit. The rack of lamb was barely warm and tasted unseasoned. Although it was supposed to be wrapped in a Dijon mustard and rosemary breadcrumb crust, there was no sign of anything on the lamb. The portion size was fine and the sides were good. Needless to say, I was disappointed in a restaurant that had received good reviews. read more

after not being able to get out in so long, we thought about places we haven't been to in years. & so i called bertrand's & left a message on friday about 6. the next day, at about 11:49am, i got the return call saying indeed we could have a table for 2 at 5 that night. we eagerly waited all afternoon, looking at the menu online to decide what we wanted! we arrived about 5-10 minutes early. you never know what to expect with traffic! we noticed as we walked up how much bigger & beautiful their flower garden had gotten since last we were there, but when we stepped into the ac, i was like, ah, so much nicer! we walked up to the counter with everyone we passed saying hello. the lady said, oh you must be nancy. i said yes. she proceeded to tell me that the owner sold out the restaurant for the night, but if we would sit outside, we could stay. we looked at each other. what? i get it's a small place, & you take the money when you can. & to sell out the whole place for the evening, great. but ya should have called & let us know!!! cuz of the meds i'm on, i can't do heat/sun. i know they didn't know that, but had they called & let US decide, they would've known! also the fact that we drove over there, & then had to drive back. not happy at all, we left, with them saying, oh we'll take care of you next time you come. there might not be a next time! we went elsewhere. wasn't what i was hankering all day, but it worked on short notice. read more

What a delightful and delicious dining experience! Lou, the owner of Bertrand, is charming, wonderful and personable! Equally important, his chef, is talented and creative. The food was delicious! My escargot was piping hot and beautifully presented. Plenty of that heavenly garlic butter for dipping the bread. My husband's potato leak soup was satisfying and clearly made from scratch. Sweet, yet with a depth of flavor. Our mains and desserts were equally impressive. I loved how Lou made the rounds, taking time to chat with each table, and warmly welcoming us to Pittsburgh. He is a serial entrepreneur, and a delightful person to talk to. We will be back, no doubt about it! Be sure to bring your favorite bottle of bubbly or wine, as it is a byob establishment! read more

My husband and I came to Bertrand for my birthday dinner, and boy did I pick the right place to go! This BYOB French restaurant is owned by the gentleman who owned Tartine in the West End. When I found out Bertrand opened (and is dangerously close to my home and work) I couldn't contain myself. We started with the escargot, which is something we've both never tried before. The amazing garlic butter paired perfectly with the escargot and also with the delicious baguette we were given to start our meal. I (as always) had to go for the scallops which had a lovely gruyere sauce. The asparagus and scallops were immaculately cooked. My husband, after a long arduous mental debate, decided to try the lamb chops with mint sauce. Funnily enough, I don't think I've ever had my lamb with mint, but these were game changing. They were cooked to a perfect medium rare as per his request. I do think we would skip the mashed potatoes next time as they needed just a little more butter or salt and the texture was a little less light and fluffy with a more chunky style. They were still good, but paled a bit in comparison. I should have ordered some lyonnaise potatoes as those were always my Tartine favorite! As always, the owner was there and made sure to speak with everyone at every table. He is extremely attentive to his restaurants, and it shows in every detail. I also got to see Bert who I have been missing! I'm so very happy to have this restaurant in the South Hills. read more

My wife and I had a wonderful evening here. The food was so savory and delicious. The portions were large and the price was right for the high quality entrees. Inside, the decor is perfect. You'll feel like you're out on the town in Paris! The owner, Lou, stopped over to say hi and see how we liked our meal. Can't recommend Bertrand enough! read more

A hidden gem in the South Hills! My boyfriend and I came here for the first time and had a lovely anniversary date. We wanted to try the escargot but they were sold out, so we tried the pate instead and I was nervous but it was delicious! As were both of our dinner entrees. Service was also wonderful, we forgot to bring wine and the owner generously brought us two glasses which was a great personal touch. Highly recommend, will come here again :) read more

This review is mixed. Ambience is charming. Carpet is musty though. Our service was below average. I have food allergies and the waitress seemed annoyed and put upon. My husband's food was very good (chicken cutlet dish). My food was disappointing. I have never had a restaurant lack so much imagination when attempting to accommodate my food allergies. When they say no substitutions they really mean it. I got a plain (literally nothing on it) piece of fish and a handful of undressed arugula almost an hour after we were seated. I hope this place improves. read more

Food is far above average. The courtyard is nice but the fact that it's in a commercial ghost town is a bit depressing. You don't expect to find this kind of food everywhere. It's not Michelin but it's more than satisfactory read more

We took a chance for my wife's birthday dinner based on the Yelp reviews and Yelp did not disappoint. This place is a gem. I would describe it as French comfort food. The setting is nice-casual, warm and inviting. Lou, the owner, walked to each table to say hi; a lost art in dining experiences. The restaurant is BYOB and the cork fee is only $8, another plus. So bring your favorite wine to pair with your food. You won't be disappointed. We look forward to dining here again in the near future. read more

Great food. BYOB. My sister had escargot & steak poivre. Both were delicious. I had the double pork chop with walnuts and pomegranate glaze. read more

Excellent as usual each one had a different meal ..steak, halibut,scallops Service very good. Nice quaint peaceful restaurant.

Great local find. Like several of our favorite French restaurants over the years, small service area, so reservations recommended. Food was wonderfully prepared (escargot, soup, pork chop, rack of lamb, chocolate mousse) and delivered by a super friendly and helpful server who was attentive to our needs. The owner dropped by to say hello, and he is a scholar and a gentleman. Per the best of French restaurants, they own no freezer nor microwave. All food is fresh, which is easily tasted. The location is a bit odd, but don't let that deter your participation. This is too good of a restaurant to allow to fade away. read more