I cant believe i havent discovered this place until now! iTS SOO good! everything from dessert to appetizers to entrees this place was great.. we started at the bar and waited about 20 to be sat(on a fri night) the bar prices were awesome & they do have specials.. we got sat and order an appetizers right away, we got the fried provolone- which was excellent. Then we ordered our meals my boyfriend got the chicken parm, he was very full after and had some to take home. i got the stuffed shells, they were good! we also got cheesecake to take home- EXCELLENT and they brought the desserts out to you on a try to see which one you would like.. kinda different! overall i will return, and tell my friends about this place! read more

Heading back to Pittsburgh-proper from the Ross Township mall, we decided we were ready to eat but didn't want to have to fight any of the holiday traffic surrounding the mall. So, breaking out the handy-dandy iPhone application, we found Monte Cello's. With only one review, it was a bit of a gambit, but we decided to get ourselves some Italian food. When we arrived, the place was packed. This is a VERY popular local business. We arrived just in time for the Friday rush to be waning and we were sat in a booth after about a two-minute wait. The place looked quite new and nice on the inside. Our server was immediately at our table and taking our drink and appetizer order: Italian Wedding Soup Provolone sticks Meatballs Unsweet Tea with lemon Pepsi Our drinks were on the table immediately as was the soup. The Italian Wedding soup is some of the best that I have tried in the entire Pittsburgh area and I had no qualms finishing it. My issue was trying to figure out what I was going to have for dinner. Was I going to order an entree, or were we going to share a pizza. As our appetizers arrived, we opted to try the pizza before delving into anything more complex. We ordered: Bread and butter 12" pepperoni pizza with extra cheese The meatballs and the cheese sticks were anticlimactic after having had the Wedding soup. The meatballs were average as were the cheese sticks. We finished the appetizers and awaited the pizza with anticipation; not knowing if it would be more akin to the soup or the rest of the appetizers. When the pizza arrived, we dug in immediately. This was no Fiori's. It was an average pizza, but it tasted better than much of the food that I had found in the area. In the end, I counted ourselves lucky to find a restaurant that I would consider "A-Ok" and could return to when I am in the area of the mall. read more

After visiting here a few times with my boyfriend and his family, it's good. It's one of those places that doesn't stand out. You'll say, it's a good solid choice, but there is nothing about it that makes it worth 4 stars. There is also nothing bad about it that makes it worth 2 stars. I've never had a bad experience here. (I just think maybe I'm giving too many 4 stars and I'm beginning to reevaluate my life lol) The pizza is good and the beer selection is nice. They have bottles too but I'm more of a draft beer kind of gal. They have a nice little "banquet" area that I've also been to a few times. It's comfortable, small, but great for family get togethers or "baptism" lunches, things like that. The staff that have helped us in the banquet area are always so kind and patient. I guess you would have to be with the large group of people lol and the food was solid. Nothing too special, but good for buffet style food. Lastly, sometimes they have a magician for the kids (and I'm sure the adults too) he's not like those creepy, hoakie, magicians you see sometimes. He's good and if you don't want him to come to your table, I think he can sense it and will not bother you. He remembers my boyfriend's nephew's name and remembers his favorite trick. It's cute! read more

Monte cellos does a great job with their pizza and hoagies. They're both cooked to perfection just the way I like it every time. The price is ok. The only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is they got rid of there lunch buffet. I miss it greatly. Otherwise really good food there. read more

Yesterday, my family and I ordered pick up for 8 people. We got pizza, side salads, a fish sandwich, shrimp pasta, and a appetizer. I called in around 530p (last minute dinner decision) With a Lent Friday in Pittsburgh eateries with no meat options get pretty busy! I was prepared for a long wait but I have to say I was proven wrong. The order was complete and picked up in under an hour. Not one item was missing and everything tastes great! The parking lot was super busy and there was a line of people waiting to be seated but the staff was great and had everything packed up and ready to go about a minute after I paid. Thank you. read more

Short wait at 5 on a Friday Fast Services Good food at a decent price you can always count it there read more

We stopped at Monte Cello's for a late lunch. Our waitress was very nice and patient with the kids in our party. I had the chicken sandwich, but as a wrap. The chicken was cooked nicely, although there was not too much in the actual wrap. The fries were delicious with a nice crisp texture. There were a lot of fries, so I took mot of them home. My daughter thought her sliders were a little dry, while my mom really enjoyed the bbq chicken wrap. read more

Really love going here, sometimes a little more of a wait than we expect. Food is always spot on, fresh and hot. From the basic pizza and calzones to fancy daily specials and creative italian-inspired dishes, always a crowd pleaser. Full bar and great choices on the kids menu make everyone happy. Go! read more

After multiple attempts at take out at this restaurant, they are less than up to par with the rest of the restaurant industry at this point during the pandemic. Food is good, but customer service is awful. Once I paid for someone else's dinner and another time they didn't make my food and I waited in their crowded entry for 35 minutes without any communication. The girls are annoyed when you ask them any questions. I'll be sure to let others know of my disappointments here. read more

This is a hometown restaurant that most people either love or hate. I'm indifferent about it, it's alright. Service and food is good, but not anything to write home about. Now, the Conley cookie for dessert is reallllllllly good. That's all I can think of that sets Monte cello's apart. At the same time there's no negatives I can think of. It's your average Italian food restaurant that just has really good dessert read more

My husband and I always order food from this location, and it does not disappoint. We have dined in a few times, great staff, and the area is large inside (even though the parking lot looks like it's packed, there is a ton of room). Highly recommend any kind of their pizza, subs, or pasta! Recently had the pan pizza and the crust was amazing, very fresh and not burnt. Everything on the menu here is really good, and the variety helps as well. We have ordered the chicken wraps before (fries are a must), as well as the zucchini sticks, just to name a few that i hadn't named above. Love this location! read more

Our night was fantastic! Friday night dinner rush, but only had to wait about 15 minutes for a table. Food was amazing. We had buffalo chicken rolls, chicken parm, and pasta primavera. Service was great too! read more

Haven't been to this restaurant in sooo long and last night was my first night back. Super disappointed with how terrible the service was... Our server didn't come to our table until 20 mins after we had been sat, then we waited another 10-15 mins just to receive them... Finally after waiting almost 45 mins to receive a drink, she took our order and within a few mins they brought out our salads. After that, not once did she come back for another 45 mins at least to see if we needed more drinks or anything! I had to wave down a host just to ask her to get our waitress because we needed more drinks and it was clear that she was not worried about us. So honestly at this point we were overly frustrated and annoyed. After all that, we waited and hour and a half for our food. The food was pretty good, the pasta sauce was average at best. Really had high hopes since it had been such a long time since I had been there and it was an honest disaster... don't know if I would even go back after that experience. read more

Great place for Italian food! Lots of pizza choices! They have my favorite artichoke spinach dip served with garlic toast tips. Meatball casserole has 4-5 large meatballs on a large bed of spaghetti! Staff has always been friendly and accommodating. There is a dining room near the bar area and then a quieter area away from the bar. read more

The women (Paige and Nicolette) who worked at front desk were extremely rude. One of them messed up my takeout order but when I asked for the refund, they made it look like my fault and no patient whatsoever. Later when I called back and tried to talk to the manager, one of them cut off my phone. I have been visiting there for more than two years, but lately their service is really getting downhill and the service today is really beyond my tolerance. They will not get my business any more. read more

I moved to Virginia back in 1992, and always make sure to visit Monticello's when visiting family in the Pittsburgh area. The food is great, portions are large, and the staff is always friendly and accommodating. We love this restaurant, and will continue to come here every time we visit Pittsburgh. Parking can be tricky during busy times, so plan accordingly. read more

Don't EVER get shrimp scampi at Monte Cellos. Literally just a pile of angel hair soaked in butter with piles of garlic chopped in. No salt, no black pepper, no red pepper, no parsley, no lemon . Very BORING!! read more

Supposedly giving away pizzas but told to call at four today to be told all gone and have been gathering names all week. Not fair at all. If start at four should start at four and not give away to only the workers friends. read more

Monte Cello's has been a north hills staple for as long as I can remember . I have dined in and taken out many times throughout the years and can honestly say I've never had an unsavory experience. If you're looking for a fairly priced and family friendly dining environment , I'd highly recommend Monte Cello's on Babcock . read more

Fantastic food. Great for kids and friendly staff! Worth the drive for me! Great authentic Italian food!

A little better than average, which isn't bad. Figured I'd give Monte Cello's a try since we are getting tired of our go to pizza spots. Some people had recommended it and it meets my qualification of family owned and local. *Warning* The review is limited to take out and pizza, we do plan on going back and having different grub off the menu, so I will update when we do. The person answering the phone for take out was friendly and estimated the pick up time at 20 minutes. I hate places that say 10 and it turns out to be 30 or visa versa. The prices are reasonable, but not as cheap as some competitors, because of this their stuff should be better, but it isn't. The pizza was well cooked, the crust is good. A little bit of crunch yet it still had that chewy texture on the inside. The sauce was the part I wasn't too keen on. It was smooth, but a little too acidic and runny. They didn't load up on the sauce however so it didn't bother me too much. The toppings also were a little weak. We ordered the Margherita pizza, a favorite of mine and something I always order if it's offered. The menu pictures and the actual pizza look nothing alike. The basil on the pizza was tiny and didn't have that fresh taste you'd expect. The cheese was good, but was mostly mozzarella taste and again did not taste like good mozzarella. They claim to put asiago on it as well, but I didn't taste it. Onto the garlic bread sticks. They were too crunchy and tasted like a giant crouton, not impressed. An average pizza Margherita and not very good bread sticks. read more

This is a good Italian restaurant with reasonably priced food! There pizza is really good! My favorite is the fact they have Ho-Ho Cake for dessert! You have to try it , its the best! read more

Best Buffalo Chicken Pizza I've ever had! Fantastic pizza all around! Only downside is that they don't deliver.

The is nothing Italian about this place. The tomato base sauces are either bland or acidic. Pasta chokes everything else in the dish. The so-called speciality pizza is horrid pool of greasy cheese-like product that you can't taste any other topping on it. Yes, it is a consistent cheap selection of terrible cooking, whether you go to their Milvale or to Cranberry branches. read more

It just seem like the host and other co- workers were more concern about texting on their phone then working!

I have been to Monte Cello's twice. Once for an important family occasion and once just out to dinner with family. The food has always been good and the service impeccable. I don't live in Pittsburgh so I don't come here frequently but I would recommend it. read more

Their food is consistent, that's for sure. You're not gonna get a super fancy meal but you're not gonna pay for it either. The food here is better than some of the nearby "upscale" Italian places too, without the attitude and price. What I get most often (2 times a month or more) is the Buffalo Chicken Pizza. SOLID. It's a staple for events and people coming over. When friends from outta town visit they often request it. read more

I had not been here for many years due to not being in this area of town. Tried the Wedding soup and was very disappointed. It was nothing special and not as good as I remembered. The crab ravioli, I would not recommend. The pasta was very tough and crab tasted like it came from an old can and very poor seafood taste. While my wife had the sausage casserole was good. The only reason the review did not get a lower bark, was that the service was very good. read more

I'm never disappointed when I go here. It gets busy but never more than a 10 to 15 minute wait. They have a bar if you don't want to sit at a table. Decent beer and wine selection. Nothing crazy. They make homemade soups. I'm a fan of the wedding. If I'm there for pizza then the antipasta salad is a must. Their house italian is one of my favorites. For the most part I believe the salad dressing are also homemade. They have great pizza. Either square or round. They have specialty pizzas, great calzones, hoagies and an array of pasta dishes. If you venture here you and your wallet will happy customers. read more

Great restaurant with tasty food. I've never been disappointed in 23 years! My Mom worked there when I was growing up, and their food is just as good as it was when I was 6. I've never had bad service, and Joe really cares about his customers. I love their pizza, and the hoho cake from Lincoln Bakery is a divine treat on occasion. read more

Spinach pizza dip is worth the wait , service was great and entrees were the perfect size. Be sure to come hungry !

Everyone in our party of 11 liked their meals. The fried fish was absolutely incredible and their hot sausage casserole is to die for. The buffalo pizza was very good also. The atmosphere of the restaurant is set up as a traditional Italian restaurant. We give it 5/5. read more

Check in on Yelp on Friday and weekend nights. May have a short wait upon arrival but you won't be disappointed. The pasta sauce is fresh, the veggies are garden ripe, and the service is friendly. Veteran owned establishment with a consistent taste in there restaurants. read more

Recently, we lost our daughter after a long battle with cancer. Following the graveside service, we had our friends and family come to Monte Cello's. I had eaten there a few time and liked the food, but had selected the restaurant because of their proximity to McKnight Road. When I met with the staff they were very sympathetic and comforting. We were given a menu with a nice variety of selections. I selected fried chicken, meatballs, penne, green beans, roasted potatoes, and salad. Coffee, tea and soft drinks were included in the price. All of the entrees were delicious, well prepared and bountiful. I had originally estimated 60 attendees, but we ended up having 70. The staff accommodated the overflow with little or no problem. At the luncheon we had two servers dedicated solely for our party. They were wonderful, and handled our every need. I highly endorse Monte Cello's for events of 50-100 people. You will not be disappointed. read more

What an amazing restaurant this is! From the appetizers to the pizzas and pasta dishes, everything they have to offer exceeds that of expensive Italian cuisine in the area. They also have takeout and the staff at the takeout counter are very nice and helpful! Lastly, be sure to try the Conley Cookie, it is heavenly! Will continue to come back as it is delicious every time. read more

Another visit and again they didn't disappoint. Waitress was super. Owner walking around and stopping at tables to make sure everything was OK. read more

My favorite Italian restaurant. Everything I've tried was delicious! Even my 83 year old Mom ate everything on her plate! Anything is good! read more

First our server Amber B. Was AWESOME!! Very attentive, quick and super nice! All of our meals, apps, soups and salads were great. My only slight complaint was the hostess wasn't very friendly, the hostess is the first person who greets you when you walk through that door, they must be happy to see you & everyone that walks in there. There was also a couple seated behind us that ended up leaving after they sat for 15 minutes without any service at all. Not sure whose fault that is but In my restaurant it is my hostesses job to let my servers know that thats their table. But other than that My family had a great time. Thank You read more

This is a solid go to restaurant when we want something quick or are having pizza cravings. Their weekday lunch buffet is pretty decent-salad section, then hot foods and usually 3 types of pizza- their buffalo chicken pizza is outstanding. They all around have great salads and pasta . I've also had my baby shower and my daughter's first birthday party in their event room. Food and service were always great. read more

As a teen, I spent many Friday nights after the game at Monte Cellos on McKnight. I felt nostalgic and took my family there the first Friday during Lent this year. My husband got the stuffed shells. He was highly disappointed. The sauce was little more than runny canned sauce. The shells were decent, but probably pre-made and heated. My fish sandwich was ok, just as good as any greasy Fish Fry. My one bottled beer was on the verge of becoming skunked. My daughter had pizza. Nothing spectacular there. The two desserts were fine. The bill was over $80. Other than the one beer, we didn't have any other alcohol. Overpriced and under expectations. read more