Friendly Staff, beautiful decor, private setting, amazing devil eggs & Filet gnocchi Parmesan. Fast…read moreservice.

Y'all they got rid of the steaks!!!!!! I'm so beyond disappointed. Honestly the whole reason I…read morereturned was for the food envy of not ordering the steak the last time I was there. So now....I have been here various times and the food before was excellent. There also appeared to be much more variety before. It doesn't appear now that the restaurant staff and menu supports the initial idea of the place so the whole speakeasy vibe and is now lost in translation. The service this time was good albeit we had another new server so it kind of scares me that on more than one occasion our server was new. It doesn't appear to be a place where they can retain staff. In addition the place was pretty empty, so you would expect The servers to be extra attentive which did not appear to be the case. The food this time was not even memorable. My husband had some salad thing which was pretty standard. But this time nothing wowed me like the first or second time since the original options were greatly reduced or removed. Really kind of sad to see the whole vision for this place to fall apart. I'd say with the menu options now and the standard of service. They are better to scale back completely and rebrand as a lunch spot. Reduce the prices and put out cheaper lunch options. It's giving "it could have been love but it's over now..." Overall would not recommend this place for dinner or couples. But maybe a cool lunch spot for working professionals or ladies who lunch.

Tried Laurel &Grouse recently and it completely blew me away. I went in curious and came out a fan!…read more * Started with the Spicy TunaCrudo -- fresh, light, and with just the right amount of heat. * Then the Smoked Chicken Pierogies -- such a clever nod to local tradition, and they nailed it . * For the main, the Pappardelle with PorkRagu and whipped ricotta was creamy, savory, and comforting -- seriously more of that anytime . Everything tastes homey but polished, like what you'd cook for a special dinner. The vibes are chill but smart -- great spot dropped right into downtown. I've already been back twice!

Laurel & Grouse is a hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Johnstown! Upon entering, you are…read moregreeted with smiling faces and helpful hands. The servers and front of house workers are pleasant and eager to help. The restaurant is rather small with very little seating and a small bar. I had a group of 7 for our Supper Club and they took us shortly after opening so that they could better serve us. Our waitress was super helpful with suggestions and answered any questions that we had about the menu. She was helpful and accommodating, not to mention patient with all of our questions! We indulged in multiple appetizers, different entrées, and even dessert. Here's my review of each part of the meal: Smoked Chicken Pierogies: These pierogies were different and delicious. They were super flavorful, but they were unique and worthy of trying! Foccacia: I cannot say enough good things about their foccacia. It was perfectly soft and plump and included 3 unique dipping sauces that blew me away: red pepperonata, whipped ricotta pepper honey, and pomegranate molasses. I couldn't believe how good all of it tasted! Mustard Glazed Salmon: This dish came with butternut squash hummus & grains. The salmon was cooked perfectly and flavored well with the mustard. I didn't love the grains and the hummus was underwhelming, but it was a unique dish. Blackberry & Pumpkin Crepes: These Crepes were flavorful and delicious. The pumpkin was not overly spiced up so this was a perfect light dessert to end our meal. The blackberry Crepes weren't as flavorful but delicious and nice to try. Other people in my group had the fall lasagna, diver scallops, pub burger, and bolognese, and all dishes got rave reviews! I also had a Pumpkin Espresso Martini. The flavor was great. I was disappointed in the overly salted rim and the lack of espresso beans on top, but I'd drink it again because it was delicious overall. This place was a welcomed surprise and the flavor combinations were unique and different. This place is definitely something to talk about!

NO KARAOKE! Just stopped by the other day only to discover that they were closed on a Friday night…read more It might have had something to do with the reported gunshots from the night before, but when I contacted them on Saturday (Later in the evening because no one answered earlier) I asked if they had Karaoke and this seemed to confuse the barmaid who informed me that they had a jukebox and NO KARAOKE! Like a jukebox is even a close substitution for KARAOKE! NOPE!

Great drinks at great prices. "Beer and a shot" type place, with a good selection of alcohol for…read moremixed drinks. Friendly bartender and owner, always willing to chat and keep the night interesting.

So not to jump past the details... but overall Balance was just ok. It is a place I'd try again…read morebecause I feel like it has potential and maybe it was an off night. When I found them online I was jazzed about the menu. They have a lot of unique options which I'm a huge fan of. It's always easy to find basic menus, so to find something fun that also offered a kids menu (meaning, cool... I don't need to worry about taking my humans even though they'll be ordering off the regular menu) was promising. The space itself is funky in a good way and spacious. It spans a few different rooms which all have their own vibe, and we saw igloos outside! I'd say our food had a 60/40 success rate. The hummus was seriously awesome, as was the risotto. My protein power bowl was so tasty with a great dressing and I absolutely love that they have creative vegetarian options. Our server was so kind, but I'm not quite sure where they were for most of our visit. Again... maybe an off night. We'd try it again. If you're someone who needs a changing table, they have one!

Too damn expensive for Johnstown, PA! If I want to pay $15.00 for a hamburger then maybe but I just…read moredon't see myself being that hungry! Sorry!

We stopped in here for lunch with some family and was pleasantly surprised by the array of options…read moreon the menu, the quality and execution and the friendly service considering they were pretty busy. The tacos were all excellent that I was able to try, and while the $5.00 portion of chips and guacamole was outstanding, the guac had started to oxidize a pretty decent amount. The rest of my family all enjoyed their meals, but there was a slight hiccup with my son's meal coming out well after ours (as opposed to first, as you'd expect with a toddler). But overall, can't complain much at all, and it is definitely a spot I'd visit again, especially to try some of their beer!

If you find yourself in Johnstown, this is a great spot to check out. Surprising big menu and…read moreeverything we had was quite tasty! Loved the crab Rangoon nachos! The ramen bowls were spicy and delicious. The Thai peanut noodles had a kick, but also yummy! It was pretty busy when we visited, so things took a big, but we weren't in any hurry so it was just fine. Indoor and outdoor seating and a large bar. Worth the stop!

Not only is the food FANTASTIC and the service is stellar, Dana always donates food to the WHSD…read moreswim team for fundraising. Super shoot out this establishment!! Love this hometown favorite!!!

Unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing. We sat at the bar for quite a while before…read moreanyone acknowledged or greeted us, even though the restaurant was not busy at the time. While we were eating, several staff members were having loud and inappropriate conversations with each around the bar area, which made the atmosphere uncomfortable and unprofessional. The most concerning issue was with the food allergy handling. A friend in our group has celiac and clearly informed the waitress that he needed gluten-free food. He was told that both the wings and fries were gluten free, but after eating, he became severely sick, indicating there was likely gluten contamination or misinformation about the menu items. For someone with celiac, this is a serious health issue and should be treated with much greater care and attention. Overall, the service, professionalism, and allergy awareness were far below expectations. I hope the restaurant takes these concerns seriously and improves staff training and food safety practices moving forward.

This is a SOLID new place in Johnstown! Decided to try it out for a weeknight dinner. We walked in…read moreand were greeted and seated immediately. Service was great! Attentive and friendly. For my dinner I ordered the bourbon style chicken with sides of carrots and mac and cheese. It was delish! The chicken was very moist and tender. The sauce was very tasty. Great blend of a little heat and sweet bourbon flavor. Great atmosphere here! The decor is nicely done. There's darts, a pool table and skills games. Great place to kick back with some drinks and good food! Will absolutely be back!

I'm in town for a college baseball tournament. Happened into this local downtown sports bar. What a…read morefind!!! The food is really good bar food. Do yourself a favor and get the smash burger. If you find a better bar burger, do let me know! The staff and service are absolutely top notch. The bartenders and waitresses are incredibly friendly (and all unreasonably pretty) and excellent at what they do. If you want good food, good service and a chill vibe, this place is nirvana.

Dana and I got over to the Johnstown Reptile Expo to get food for Monty the Python so we stopped to…read morefetch some food for ourselves. We stopped for lunch at a place that was a regular fir the 6 months that I lived in Johnstown, PA. The Haven sits across the street from the old Atlantic Broadband call center in Southmont and is known for their gargantuan sandwiches, like their rueben that's as big as a takeout box. But you know what we were there for... Brrrrgrrrs! I got the Bacon bluecheese swiss burger and Dana ordered up the carolina burger (hold the carolina - meaning no bbq sauce or cheese) but with double coleslaw. The Haven gets it right! Just like I remember! The burger patties are seasoned and cooked just right, laying on the perfectly soft bun. the blue cheese "sauce" on mine mixes with the swiss cheese to make the most interestingly awesome bitter and stinky mix then picked up by the smokey crisp bacon. The only description i got from Dana was "YUM!" another winner of a burger place!

We love this place! Delicious and affordable pizza plus so much more! We have a child allergic to…read moregluten and their naked wings are super good!! I recommend the spicy ranch!

Westwood Grill never disappoints! Every time we come home to visit family from DC, we make a point…read moreto stop here--and it's always a highlight of our trip. The atmosphere is fun and welcoming, with live music that brings great energy to the room without overpowering conversation. If music isn't your vibe for the night, they've got pool tables, Keno, casino-style arcade games, and plenty of sports playing on the TVs--there's truly something for everyone. The menu is packed with delicious options, and every single one of our meals was absolutely amazing. Whether you're a foodie or just hungry, you'll find something you'll love. Special shout-out to Kelly aka Pickles, our server--what a total gem! She was sweet, helpful, funny, and super knowledgeable about both the food and drink menus. She made our night even better with her warm personality and great service. Westwood Grill is perfect whether you're visiting town, flying solo, or planning a fun date night with your spouse. It's the kind of place that makes you feel like a regular, even if you're just passing through.

Terrible service and cold food! Several couples arrived after we placed our order. Other…read morecouples got their food and with enough time to eat most of their meal we still didn't have our food. The waitress seemed annoyed when we ask her to check our order. She returned and said our food would be out soon. You get the idea. Another lengthy wait and food finally arrived ... ice cold fries and cold meals. The waitress appeared angry when we complained and cold food, and actually scolded us for complaining. At that point we wanted out of there and declined the offer for new fries. The grilled peppers and onions on the sandwich were raw, not grilled. Bad service and cold food. Big disappointment.

What an amazing find in western PA. Very beautiful, eclectic and delicious restaurant. The food…read morewas amazing and being BYOB got to drink some fantastic wines we brought ourselves. We were serenade by an amazing young pianist/guitarist during dinner. The grounds are beautiful too walk around after having dessert. Definitely will be back.

Splendid ambience. Food was excellent and portions abundant. The home made pecan pie was amazing!read more