Our food was good. Had chicken Marsala and ravioli. Nothing over the top. Would like to see them serve bread with dinner. Also ordered a beer and asked for a glass. The glass was warm. Would have been a great step up with a frozen mug or glass. read more

This was my first time eating here. A group of co-workers and I came for lunch. I was shocked to see such a nice restaurant in Monessen. The interior was definitely nice as well, sort of rustic. We were seated on the outdoor enclosed patio area which at first was sort of chilly since it's wintertime, but once the heat kicked on it was very nice. I tried the grilled shrimp with asparagus and lobster bisque. The bisque was incredible, large chunks of meat. The shrimp was great too, no complaints at all. I am excited to try a filet next! read more

Excellent and updated restaurant. The French Onion Soup and gyro dip are must tries to start with. Spicy pasta dish is my go to. Daily specials so there is always something new to try. read more

This place is amazing. Walking in the door you will be greater with a warm friendly environment. The decor is seasonal. The menu isn't overwhelming. I have been here 3x and I am looking forward to coming back read more

Great place, food and service is top notch at a reasonable price Play of the best gyros in Greek salads around.

We eat here from time to time. A couple years ago my family had By George cater my Great Aunt Jean's 100th birthday celebration. We would eat here more often but honestly forget about it sometimes. The prices are fair, the portions are always very good, the food is always perfectly cooked, the flavor of all the food is awesome. Everything is always made fresh, nothing ever tastes like it came out of the deep freeze. read more

Wow. The wife and I were staying nearby for some work requirements, and we found this site on Yelp. It's sort of out of the way, but not too much, off of I-70. All I can say is, HIDDEN GEM. If you are hungry and anywhere near Monessen, please, please - visit this restaurant. You WON'T be disappointed. While we were enjoying our drinks, George, the owner, stopped by and entertained us with the 2015 history of the establishment. He was most gracious! As was our server, Abby, who is a student at California Univ of PA. I had the Berkshire pork chop, and the wife had gnocchi. All we can say is OMG! The chop was tender, and the gnocchi with white sauce was almost sinful. Also, before dinner, George brought samples of his homemade marinara and white sauce for us to taste...wow! In short, don't even hesitate to visit "By George" if you are anywhere near Monessen, I-70, New Stanton etc. It's "da bomb"! read more

Best food in town and friendly staff is a plus. My favorite place to meet with family and friends. A must stop when in town.

This food is absolutely delicious and I love eating there the lamb chops are to die for.the only complaint is the flies that were constantly flying around my head.lol a lil exaggeration but it might've been a bad day Or somebody left the windows open..overall a nice place to eat and drink. read more

Celebrated an early birthday dinner for my husband with family. My sister-in-law raved about how good the food is and she was right! We thoroughly enjoyed everything. From the chicken and waffles, Berkshire pork chop, to shrimp Alfredo. I ordered the super food salad and it was delish!!! It was a pleasure meeting the owner, George. My husband and I live in Maryland but come to PA to visit his family. I think we found our new fav!!! read more

Excellent service and food. Only downside ~ my cell doesn't work here (upside). My apologies to the kitchen worker (cook?) that was whistling Ed, Edd, & Eddy but didn't know Jimmy Neutron....).Wasn't trying to call you out. My daughter and I enjoyed a wonderful meal, and we will be back. read more

Phenomenal food, great wait staff. Clean and up to date restaurant. Never disappoints. Gyro dip is to die for.

Fantastic! Cajun Grilled Ahi Tuna over fried rice was delicious. Large portion and great flavors!

The food is fantastic! I love the Greek America fusion. The beer selection is good and the food is always fresh! I highly recommend going here! read more

This place is fantastic. Great mix of traditional foods, sandwiches, pastas, fish and of course gyros! Great selection of craft beers as well. read more

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Excellent food & wait staff! Now if they could just fix the cafeteria feel atmosphere...too bright, loud & no privacy...can see & hear everyones private dinner conversation...maybe artifical fig trees or ivy/latice screen dividers between tables would help. read more

I deleted my former review. I tried by George again, two years later and it was much better. In my former review I complained about the seating. It was too tight. No ambience. When I went back I was able to sit behind the fireplace and had much more room. We ordered gyros and they were delicious. The hummus appetizer was also very good. The server was friendly and attentive. I'm glad I gave this place a second chance. I will be back. I just don't want to sit on the right of the door, just on the left! read more

By George - American Near Me - Monessen, Pennsylvania

My husband and I are always looking for hidden gems. That being said, we search mostly in the Pittsburgh area to explore. I NEVER would have guessed one of our best finds is only 10 minutes from us! We were both absolutely blown away with our dinners tonight. We ordered togo, on-line. We were alerted immediately after our order that we were confirmed and 15 minutes later we were diving in. My husband got the Pork Chop and I had the chicken marsala. We are SO excited to order again and again. We have to try EVERYTHING! And so close to home!!! read more

Great atmosphere, servers are awesome and super friendly. The owner will come to the table and check on you to make sure that you are getting the best service. Grilled salmon with grits is to die for it and the craft beers selection is decent as well. Nice cozy and warm atmosphere for sure. read more

By George - Grilled Salmon w grits and mash potatoes - American Near Me - Monessen, Pennsylvania

By far one of the best restaurants I've been to! All of their main entrees and pastas are delicious. And might as well get an appetizer while you're here. I highly suggest the pretzels. Magnificent food and staff always lovely to stop by. read more

Best gyro I've ever had. The lamb was melt in your mouth tender and good quality as well. The sauce had a light but wonderful flavor and the pita was fresh. Talked to the owner George for about ten minutes and found out he's been making gyros for over 25 years and let me tell u it shows. I also ordered the gyro dip and that was similar in taste To a tazziky dip but way better and more flavorful. It is served with fried pita chips which were also very good. Even if it is just one or two people get the dip as an appetizer it's well worth it. The owner did say on the weekends be prepared for a wait. Some people were waiting up to two hours for diner last weekend, and that is the best testimony you can have as to just how good it is they were willing to wait. Awesome food. See the new menu I posted as well the green one is old. They added more food. read more

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Awesome food. My bf said it makes your mouth feel alive. I had the gyro salad, which I love. My bf had a special which was meat lovers penna. It had sausage, meat sauce, pepperoni and salami, it was fabulous. For an appetizer you have to try the gyro dip..it's very unique and amazing. The service is also top notch. George's son demitri was the dessert guy. His personal could sell anything. We shared a salted Carmel brownie with salted Carmel ice cream and homemade whipped cream..the perfect end to the meal. I highly recommend stopping in, but make sure you go hungry. The portion are big and the prices are right on. I wish I could give By George more stars.. read more

By George - American Near Me - Monessen, Pennsylvania

Great little restaurant. Meals have always been good. They make great steaks. Salads are good. Pastas are good. I don't think you can go wrong with anything here. read more

Good food, good friendly service. Hamburger was good...onions was very good. Cute place clean place.

Great place good specials and the best gyro, great service nice beer selection to. Love by George. Try the horseradish potatoes if they have them so delicious. read more

Ohhhhh baby. I'm so glad my coworkers suggested I try By George. It's one of the only non-chain restaurants close to my office, and I decided to order lunch there for pick-up. For a huge order, the wait was only 15 minutes (incredible) and the food was amazing. I ordered the cheeseburger with the shrimp in the old bay cream sauce with fries on the side. Incredible homemade ranch for the fries, I might add. The Old Bay cream sauce was the perfect amount of creamy meets salty. Burger was cooked perfectly with just enough pink (they asked me on the phone if I wanted no pink or pink). Very friendly service and overall an amazing decision. I will definitely keep going back here for my work lunches. read more

One of our favorites in the Valley - their gyros are some of the best, their house salad is a favorite, and their specials are amazing. If you choose one dish to eat here and only one - go on pastichio night. Their current location is expanded and it's fine to show up with a small party, but if you have a large group call ahead. read more

My brother, niece, wife and I had dinner here. We grew up in the area and returned for the weekend to attend a family event. 'By George' is an excellent restaurant. We started off with hummus and with grape leaves. The hummus had more garlic than I like but my wife and brother really liked it. The grape leaves were excellent and they were served warm. My wife had the grilled shrimp with garlic, onion mashed potatoes and grilled vegetable ratatouille. My brother and I had the penne with hot peppers and sausage. The sauce was excellent and the dish was spicy enough that by the end of dinner, I had beads of sweat on my forehead. The pasta was served with a great mixed greens salad. We also had lobster bisque and that was excellent. I will return to eat here again when I am back in the area. read more

If I was Guy Fiere I'd say this place took me to flavor town. Worth a visit. I recommend the chicken and waffle sandwich.

Gyro Salad is the way to go for lunch! Soups are typically really good also. Menu for lunch is a little pricey but your getting quality food. Waiters are awesome and food is prompt (which is good if you have a limited time for lunch). read more

By George - Gyro - American Near Me - Monessen, Pennsylvania

Delicious food, friendly service. I had lamb chops and they were just right!

Fantastic food! Gyros are to die for, and I don't even like gyros! The restaurant inside is beautiful and the lighting is great, and staff is very friendly! read more

Love dining in or grabbing take out here. The grape leaves, gyros, and burgers are awesome and very fairly priced. Servers are all very quick and attentive. Would definitely recommend By George. read more

My husband works in the area and was telling me about this place for months, so when he suggested I come meet him for lunch one day I knew exactly where I wanted to go! By the looks of their website (no offense website designer) I was picturing an old smoky bar, but was pleasantly surprised to find a bright and trendy restaurant! I started with their gyro dip which was unbelievable! Next time I get it ( there will definitely be a next time) I think I may ask for more gyro meat in it, but honestly it was so good I didn't even mind. The pita chips that come with it are my favorite kind, soft but still crunchy (aka homemade). The by George salad was everything you look for in a Pittsburgh style salad! I also tried a bite of hubby's flatbread of the day and it was so yummy. You can tell a lot of love and thought has gone into this place!! I can't wait to return! read more

Tonight was our first time eating at By George. This place is awesome. It's very new very clean and very well ran. The waitress worked great together. I had the Surf n chicken my wife had the Greek pasta. Our meal came out quick and they were the best meals we've both had in awhile. Then the waitress told us about the desserts. The cheesecake in particular. The vanilla bean cheesecake was so good my wife took one small fork full off mine and immediately told the waitress to bring her a piece. We plan on goiNg back again very soon. read more

One of the best places to eat in the Mon Valley. The service is excellent and the food is delicious. The other night, I tried the Berkshire Pork Chop for the first time and it was fantastic! Juicy, tender, cooked to perfection, and seasoned with a cajun rub this pork chop is served with a choice or two sides which makes it a very satisfying meal. You also can't go wrong with one of their gyros. From the appetizer menu, I oft order dolmathes. The new location is also better for accommodating the larger crowds they get. This is a great restaurant all around. read more

Everything I've had there has been excellent! We love their Greek salad and stuffed grape leaves. The lamb chop are also excellent.

This was our second time eating here and once again it was fantastic. The gyro dip is to die for. Everyone is friendly and the atmosphere is so inviting. I read the one and only lady's review that gave this place two stars ..of course if you read all her reviews no place had good food. By the way lady, those chairs are not cheap...beside I'm there for the food ...not the chairs!!If you want a great place to eat this is it!! You won't be disappointed. read more

I have enjoyed George's food when he had a place at a firemen club in Monessen. Also he has catered two dinner parties for me. I have never been disappointed. Now George has his own restaurant. The menu is more extensive than before and the quality has not lessen. The draft beer selection is outstanding. Not just your typical light beers. The bottle beers are varied and shows a great deal of thought. The waitstaff is friendly and quite efficient. Please do yourself a favor and enjoy some great food. read more

Best gyros around my area. Only ever took food to go never ate in or might have given it a 5 but I'm unsure of how wait service is. Good salads, fries, deserts, but love the gyros. Would definitely recommend. read more