Our first time here and our expectations were exceeded. We knew it was a top tier restaurant but it…read moretruly excelled in every way. Service, food, drinks, atmosphere were all top notch. Our server was excellent and the auxiliary staff were courteous and efficient. We started with a calamari appetizer which was a little spicy but delicious. Beware of the two Thai chilies in the mix! Next my husband had the lobster bisque. It was quite rich with a large chunk of lobster as a garnish. Our main courses were a 10 ounce filet, wild caught shrimp stuffed with crabmeat and Chilean sea bass. Everyone loved their entrees. Our son especially loved the filet, it was so tender. We ordered two side dishes for the table and they were plenty for the three of us. Decadent lobster mashed potatoes and crabmeat fried rice. We shared a dessert, creme brûlée which was topped with fresh berries and served with chewy cocoa snowflake cookies. Overall the food was excellent. Service started out a little rocky. I had made a reservation online and it would only let me choose a high top. We don't like high tops so I called the restaurant a few days before and they assured me they could accommodate us with a regular table, not to worry. Upon entering and giving my name for the reservation, the Maitre D'être said it's for a high top. I explained that I'd called and we didn't want a high top. He said he could only offer us a booth in the lounge, so we took it. The lounge had a jazz trio playing and the music was a bit too loud for comfortable conversation. The server had to talk above the music to be heard by us. Luckily they took a break and when they came back the volume was lower. As we were leaving I noticed there was a whole dining room with empty tables which were NOT high tops. So why did they seat us in the lounge? Our drink orders were pretty simple, however because they serve the cocktails from the shaker, the server mixed up the dinks and poured my husband's margarita into my 'dirty' martini glass. So I had a three blue cheese olive margarita! A margarita-tini! He realized what he did, apologized and ran off to get another margarita for my husband. I had eaten the olives and tasted the margarita, which was very good. When he returned, he asked if I still wanted the martini and I laughed and said, yes, that what I ordered. So my husband got the benefit of two Margaritas for the price of one and I got three extra blue cheese olives! That was the only goof up. The rest of the meal was flawlessly served. I felt that even though the prices are high, the portion size and the quality of the food provide a good value. You expect to pay more in a place like this. It was well worth it in my opinion. And if you are there during Happy Hour you can choose cocktails and appetizers from the Happy Hour menu which is quite reasonable.

La recepción es muy buena trabajan rápido y cordial sin embargo al llegar a la mesa tardaron en…read moreatenderme , el servicio es básico y se puede mejorar solo vi a l meser@ tres veces además que no tomo los tiempos bien llegó el aperitivo junto con la comida , no ofreció mas tragos el manager nunca pasó por la mesa , el ambience es genial con la música de jazz en vivo , pero es un lugar que no cumple con las expectativas de servicio y puedes encontrar mejores lugares con un menor precio en el menú , aunque la comida es buena pero el resto no lo compensa The reception is very good they work fast and friendly however when I got to the table they took a long time to serve me, the service is basic and can be improved I only saw the waiter three times besides that I did not take the times well the appetizer arrived along with the food, he did not offer more drinks the manager never passed by the table, the atmosphere is great with live jazz music, but it is a place that does not meet the expectations of service and you can find better places with a lower price on the menu, although the food is good but the rest does not compensate for it

This rating is based on two perspectives, my own and my husband... which shows how subjective a…read morereview can prove to be... We both loved the outdoor seating. It was an absolutely gorgeous day. Service was excellent. We shared the swordfish with asparagus and smashed potatoes My perspective: I loved pretty much everything on my plate. Swordfish was far from dry. It was well seasoned but my husband thought it was too salty. I did not find it too salty at all. We both enjoyed the veggies. It was pricier but we had fish left over and we shared. I absolutely was full. Stuffed. I would definitely recommend. My husband would too but I'd give it a 4.5 and he'd give it a 3.5

Luke Wholey's was the perfect stop after an afternoon walk! I treated myself to the BBQ shrimp and…read morean Aperol Spritz, and both hit the spot. The shrimp were cooked perfectlly - tender, flavorful, and coated in a delicious sweet-and-smicy BBQ sauce that had just the right amount of kick. Paired with the refreshing Aperol Spritz, it felt like the ideal way to relax and unwind. The atmosphere was welcoming, and sitting down with great food and a drink after being out and about made for such an enjoyable experience. If you're looking for a place to reward yourself after exploring the city, Luke Wholey's is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back to try more from the menu!

Penn Avenue Fish Market is a hidden gem that absolutely nails fresh seafood. Takeout or dine-in,…read moreeverything is top-notch, and the staff are friendly, helpful, and always ready to make your visit smooth. The English-style cod with mac & cheese and slaw? Enough for two sandwiches and utterly delicious. The Sneaky Pete with slaw and grain salad is a go-to, and the swordfish sandwich is insanely fresh. This place may look unassuming, but the flavors are bold and unforgettable. Soups, sandwiches, or just browsing the fresh fish case...Penn Ave has everything a seafood lover dreams of. Skip the usual fried options; here, freshness and service both shine.

It was a complete zoo walking in the Strip District on a Saturday given its status as Pittsburgh's…read moretourist hub. It reminded this San Franciscan so much of Fisherman's Wharf and the teeming masses that course through packed sidewalks. Looking for lunch turned out to be a huge undertaking because queues were endless. Except here. It made me wonder if I wasn't aware of some known deficiency in their seafood. It's a two-part business, a fresh fish market on one side and a dining room and sushi bar on the other. The menu was initially overwhelming because food items were meticulously listed on several chalkboards arranged around the order space. There were lots of sushi options, but I wasn't in the mood and went for the $12 Fish Tacos, two of them with a combination of tuna, salmon, and swordfish encased in soft corn tortillas with tomato and cabbage (Photo 8). Tasty, quite fresh, and just enough as I sat in the relative quiet of the dining room. Peace in the Strip. FOOD - 4 stars...fresh fish variety was a nice touch AMBIANCE - 4 stars...the dining room calmed my nerves SERVICE - 4 stars...friendly and attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...a place I can recommend in the Strip RELATED - Exploring Pittsburgh? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/G-DqLkRgTI

Great time at Grand Concourse…read more We had the best waitress ever, Charae, who went above and beyond to take care of our party of 7. I never saw the bottom of my glass due to the consistent refills. She also brought out donuts / ice cream with candles when she found out we were celebrating an anniversary. Food was also great, I enjoyed the prime rib and the banana fosters. Lots of different options to choose from. Overall, great Sunday brunch as always, looking forward to coming back again.

First and last experience. Break service...ok. Caesar salad was thick overly cheesy coagulated…read more.... something. Prime rib was obviously microwaved and smashed potatoes were cold! All for $200?!!!!! Complete waste of time and money!

Kitchen remains solid and front of house staff friendly and engaged…read more Try the lobster quesadilla: This is not a cheese quesadilla with lobster, but rather a lobster quesadilla that has a little bit of cheese as a binder. Blackened fish tacos are simple, relatively austere, and quite good. The serving has two soft shells. You can eat it with the salsa and slaw and sour cream, or without. It is good either way.

My friend and I stopped by Roland's in the Strip District and had such a great experience. We…read moreordered the pomegranate lemonade and the cucumber smash, both drinks were super refreshing and delicious. The bartender was incredibly friendly and quick, which made everything even better. For snacks, we got the lobster nachos and the prosciutto-wrapped shrimp, and both were amazing. Everything we tried was full of flavor. Overall, the vibes were great, the service was on point, and the food did not disappoint. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

Just coming going into the store, the server was unprofessional. She was stocking drinks, didn't…read morecare about good customer service and then decide to serve my plate without washing her hands or wearing gloves. The place didn't feel welcoming or sanitized. The restaurant is very small, probably can hold 2 big families. I love supporting my people, but as a fellow Caribbean I was very disappointed overall. Nonetheless, I still gave the plate a shot. I'm happy I got the dessert because that was the only thing that tasted good. The Mac and cheese was decent but very plain, I had to season it when I got home. The cabbage was ok. The jerk chicken was nasty. I was really disappointed with the jerk chicken especially since she had to go in the back to get it which was sus. It looked beautiful, but made me realize looks are deceiving. Idk whose cooking but they need to throw in the towel, I would not recommend this place at all.

Leons is close to my house so I go every once in a while. The food is always soo good and the staff…read moreis always pretty generous with portions. I usually get the curry chicken but decided to try the oxtail this time. It was so tender and flavorful, I wish I got the bigger size. My boyfriend always get the jerk chicken and he loves that too. It's got a little kick but not terribly spicy. I usually get their Mac and cheese too, it's sooo creamy and cheesy and delicious, but they were out this time, so go earlier if you want it. I'm always happy to grab some take out here, and it's pretty small inside so you probably don't want to dine in.

We had high hopes for the sushi here and we were not disappointed…read more Our sushi chef was lovely. Very cool guy. He sliced and diced with so much ease and made us a beautiful salmon with pineapple roll. It was also amazing fresh. We went upstairs to the dining room which kinda lacks ambiance but it's worth having the food that fresh. Great experience just remember it closes at 4pm and 5pm most days.

Very high quality and fresh meat, seafood, and produce. The hot line is fried goodness of all…read moresorts. I ordered a little fish sandwich one day and the larger the next day. Absolutely delicious because of the freshness of the product. Next time I am in Pittsburgh I am doing a fish and chips tour and I'll start out here. Highly recommend!

This is a dive but the late night hours are refreshing. The beef stew is amazing!!! Get multiple…read morebowls because you won't want to share. We waited forever for our food but weren't in a hurry. I got the crab fried rice as well. It was good fried rice with toasty flavors, but if I didn't know it was crab rice you'd never have known . It didn't taste like crab and the shreds in it were so small you never got the sense it was there. Tables were dirty and there was trash in the floor. We were probably there two hours. It is what it is and that's all it needs to be. Will definitely go back for massive quantities of stew and a regular fried rice.

Two things must have: Seafood Wontons…read more Shish Kabobs Both need to be consumed with the "Moon Sauce" The beef wontons Are also fire but i prefer the seafood. It really was as the guys shirt described "The Best tasting **ssy you will eat in your life." Service was fast and it's really more of a take out feel. There are murals on all of the walls which gives the restaurant a nice feel while you wait for your food. Definitely worth a stop during your next drunken south side excursion.