I went here with my friends before going to a show at The Benedum and it was a blast! I made a…read morereservation for 5:30 pm on a Friday and we got seated immediately. Our table had two servers assigned to us, which was interesting. I'll be honest, I was skeptical of the prices and that I would leave hungry, but I was proven wrong! I was extremely full, and we went during happy hour so we got one of those deals! Split between 3 people, the bill was pretty reasonable! We each got a personalized wine flight. I got a rosé, Riesling, and Pinot Grigio - the rosé was my fav! Everything else we ordered: -Whipped Sheep's cheese w/ truffle honey + chips -Jamón & Manchego Croquetas (happy hour deal) -Patatas Bravas (happy hour deal) -Mussels + homemade sausage -Albondigas aka spiced meatballs (happy hour deal) -Bacon wrapped dates -Potato tortilla -Spiced beef empanadas -Espresso martini -Chocolate cake Overall I really enjoyed everything! Hard to pick a favorite, but I'd say my least favorite thing was the bacon-wrapped dates (I just don't eat dates very much). I was a little disappointed in the size of the empanadas, I'm used to eating bigger ones from other restaurants, but they were still very tasty! The food came out fast and was super fresh! Our main server Becca was funny, relatable, and really made this such a fun experience! She also treated us to the sangria chug (not sure if that's the official name but that's what I'm calling it lol). The dim lighting and dark decor makes a perfect ambiance for a girls night or date night!

Barcelona Wine Bar is a nationwide chain with a location in downtown Pittsburgh…read more They've got over 400 wines as well as cocktails. Service for dinner and weekend brunch. I've only ever been for brunch and the offerings were delicious. We chose from an array of tapas that included olive oil pancakes, roasted carrots, gambas al ajillo, hummus, focaccia and more. I had a glass of Tierra Limpia (brut/sparkling) that was very good. The atmosphere is modern with European flair. Good service.

How could I ever find fault in a bar that makes a play on stepbrother's Catalina Wine Mixer?! I…read moremean, it was the only reason I wanted to go but I now have an appreciation for the actual drinks, vibe, and service. The interior is eclectic, interesting, and down to earth. The drinks were wonderful and the list was quite extensive. We didn't eat the food so I can't comment on that but I feel like many visits are in my future!

The least pretentious winery in Pittsburgh! I love getting a glass of wine and snack! Get place to…read moreunwind.

Was at The Nest in Jeannette for a friend's birthday last evening. There were 10 of us in the…read moreparty. Haven't been there for many years, and not sure why, except we don't live nearby. I'm sorry about that because it is exceptional. The decor is stylish yet simple and elegant. Easy to have a conversation. Our service by Judy was wonderful, starting with our drink orders. Several ordered lobster that they are known for, others enjoyed steak, which looked really good. A couple people had the shrimp lobster scampi, which looked wonderful, stuffed shrimp - excellent, and I had the salmon on a plank, which was cooked perfectly and delicious with the maple glaze. House salad salads and choice of rice or twice baked potatoes rounded out the meal. There was no room for dessert!! the birthday girl received a complementary almond cake which she could not finish, and it looked amazing. Getting separate checks made the payment process easy too. The Nest is a gem.

The stuffed shrimp with crab was the best I've ever had tender tasty and nice size portion will be…read moregoing again soon

We were in Zelienople for a musical and stumbled upon this newly opened winery. Apparently, there…read morewas a winery here in the past, but this one just opened up. We were warmly greeted by Todd and Gina, the owners, who couldn't have been friendlier. Todd told us all about their wines, including the awards they've won, especially in California, and generously offered us the chance to try any of the wines at no cost. We started with the Gruner Veltliner, a bright, citrusy, and crisp wine. It was extremely dry compared to other Gruners we've had, which are usually more fruit-forward, but it was still quite enjoyable. Next, we tried the Riesling, which was also very good. My wife moved over to the semi-sweet side and tried the Traminette, which I eventually sampled after trying all the dry wines. We both really liked it. I then tried the Cabernet Franc, which was a medium-bodied wine with notes of raspberry, blueberry, and a light mocha oakiness--delicious! The Chambourcin was also quite good, without the typical bite or tartness. Lastly, the Flagship Red, a classic Bordeaux-style dry red, had a pleasant hint of pepper and was definitely a standout. Todd shared that they exclusively offer wines from Stony Run Vineyards in Breinigsville, PA, which has a wide selection. They're also planning to offer Old Fashioneds soon, as their winery includes a distillery, and they'll be featuring a "drink of the week" as well. What really sets this place apart, though, is Todd and Gina themselves. They're genuinely kind people who are dedicated to the community, and it was heartwarming to learn that they both served in the US Military--Todd in the Navy and Gina in the Air Force. We're already looking forward to our next visit when we're in the area again. Don't forget to thank them for their service when you stop by!

Very nice place and excellent wines. I live in Sonoma CA and I was visiting my parents (grew up in…read moreButler) and I've always had challenges finding good dry wines in the area as most of it is sweet. Took my dad and we had a nice time and bought a couple of bottles. They also have live music events

This was the reservation that turned The Venue from one of our favorite restaurants in the local…read morearea to "we will never dine here again". We went on Valentine's Day, and the evening started our wonderful, with cocktails at the bar and the lovely touch of the owner's grandson gifting a red rose to the ladies. But then the food came. It was a set menu priced $99 per person. All was going well, until one of our entrees arrived, and they sent out raw chicken. Not slightly questionable - clearly still raw. I wouldn't expect that at Denny's never mind a fine dining establishment. The server was apologetic and took the other plate back into the kitchen to keep it warm so that we could eat together. When the food came back out, my husband's crab cakes had gone dry. On my plate, they had simply removed the raw chicken - not finished cooking it or replacing it, but removed it so that there were only two small pieces of chicken, and a huge pile of gnocchi and a huge mess on the plate where they had not taken the time to clean it up. Which was obviously disappointing. When the bill came, my husband questioned whether something should have been taken off the check based on our experience. The owner came over and eventually took $100 off the bill, which was absolutely fine. But then she concluded with "are you satisfied now, because I would like your table back to give to someone else". I don't recall an owner ever being so rude to a couple who have just spent $400 in a restaurant. Customers spending that kind of money should never feel rushed or spoken to like that (we still had half a bottle of wine, which we might have finished there had our experience been different). All she did was encourage us to write this review and ensure that we will never go back.

We tried this restaurant a few years ago for an anniversary dinner and left slightly disappointed…read more We waited a while to try it again, but I'm glad we did give it another try. We've eaten dinner at the bar twice and once in the restaurant and enjoyed it thoroughly...the staff is so friendly and helpful, especially the bartender Jennifer. The food was delicious -- I had a filet mignon which was cooked perfectly and my husband had a ribeye which has fantastic flavor but was a tad overcooked. The wine list is good, but I'd love to see more options. The restaurant is warm and inviting and has a great vibe. Parking on the street or in the lot across the street is super convenient. This is becoming one of our favorite spots.

This is a hidden gem, and I can't wait to go back! We made a reservation because it's a…read moresmall-looking place, but it's much bigger than it seems. The bistro is clean, inviting, and the staff was incredibly friendly. They always have great specials, and during the holidays, there was even a seasonal drink menu. The menu offers appetizers, pasta dishes, chicken, pizza, and sandwiches. Everything was so tasty, and the tiramisu we took some to go & was delicious - you could tell it was homemade!

The restaurant was easy to find and had been on our list for a while…read more For the prices, the pizza was a bit smaller than we expected, but still plenty of food for three people with one 12 cut pizza (& a little left over). The pizza was delicious and service was good. For a place with pizza in the name, I expected more specialty pizza options (there were none other than the special, which we got) & a larger list of toppings, but there's something to be said for doing what you do well. The women at the next table got pasta and that also looked delicious. There was no cell phone service for us and the WiFi was locked, so I couldn't check in there on Yelp or any other app. There were TV's on the walls showing the football games. Not all in the best places for viewing at the table we chose, but we didn't really care about any of the games on at the time. The parking lot had arrows about going only one way, but no other clear signage, so most cars seemed to not pay attention to the arrows. Not a big deal when it's pretty empty, but I'd think it could be a bit dangerous if crowded. We'll surely go back to try the pasta.

excellent food, service and ambiance.. We have been there many times and definitely recommend to…read moreanyone who wants a fantastic meal! Kathy Hassett-Manns

We enjoyed our dinner at The Back Porch Restaurant in Belle Vernon, PA…read more This restaurant is about 1 hour drive from downtown Pittsburgh. We are in town for a wedding. The building is a beautiful mansion Est. in 1806. The mansion was converted to a restaurant in 1975. You need reservations for the upper upscale dining area. We decided to eat in the Speakeasy room located in the basement because it was more casual. Glad we ate in speakeasy room because it was a really nice cave looking room with vintage decor and cool prohibition photos from the 1920s. We enjoyed the Half Rack of char grilled pork ribs with brown sugar, soy and ginger with a side of cheesy scallop potatoes. For dessert, we enjoyed the crème brûlée and Kahlua cheesecake. Everything we ordered was excellent!! We had really good service. Check this place out if ever in the area. Happy Yelping :)

Why haven't I been here yet? Probably because I'm pescatarian. But I wanted to for a while because…read moreI love that the original final is from NY like me. I went here today for brunch with my friend and we had the vegetarian empanadas. Wow. I think they were the most delicious ones I have ever had. That's saying a lot cuz I'm Latina. The dough was the perfect texture and you could taste the freshness. And the filler ingredients were a delicious balance of flavors. For lunch I had the Ensalada nicoise. I'm very picky about my tuna - I only buy tuna from Basque Country in Spain. The salad was absolute perfection. The tuna was incredible. Each ingredient was fresh and absolutely wonderful. The salad was a perfect voice for lunch. The service was wonderful. The space was beautiful. Can't wait to return.

Super expensive for the food they offer. I'm from Argentina and this food is not Argentinian style…read more The service was very good and attentive. The ambience was really nice. I liked the place. The only food similar to Argentina was the empanadas, but were really small for a $12.00 price point. The flan was really disappointing, they don't even put dulce de leche or cream on it, it tasted t like one bought at a supermarket, so dull and again $12.00 ?? The Milanese de pollo was really good but not close to Argentinian style, no fries no fried eggs included. My issue is that they use the Argentinian style label as a marketing tool and they are not even close. The price was ridiculously high for the experience.

I had to visit Spill Wine Bar in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood after receiving a totally…read moreenjoyable bottle from my daughter after one of her visits. This casual, contemporary bar has hard to find bottles of unique Italian wines, sourced from select small family run vineyards. The owner, Robin, was friendly and knowledgeable and, after sampling, her suggestion was the perfect choice! This is a superb place to share great wine with friends!

I had a fantastic experience here!! The staff are so friendly and amazing and they care so much…read moreabout finding you the right wine. I love the fact that they give you a sample of wine before committing to a specific kind. This is such a cozy space and I would love to come back and try new wines. Definitely recommend bringing some food so you can try to pair some wines with it!!!

This is a super cute place right on the Main Street in Sewickley. The "bar side" of the restaurant…read morehas very cute whimsical decor and tables/chairs. Our food was delicious and the service was excellent. They also had some very cute seasonal drinks. I had the cranberry thyme G&T and Korean boneless wings and both were very good. The boneless wings did have a little kick to them. During the holidays they also have a holiday themed pop-up bar behind the restaurant. The pop-up bar is totally separate from the restaurant. The pop-up bar area itself is pretty small, but they have a huge heated tent with lots of seating right next to it.

We stopped by Sewickley Quarter's holiday pop up bar, Sewickley Sleigh, and it was really cute…read moreinside! There's a good amount of space between the large heated tent, the little area with the fire out, and the bar in the back. The decorations were done well! Everyone we interacted with was super nice and the drinks we had were pretty good! We also really enjoyed their food offerings. Their fries were excellent and I was a big fan of their short rib pizza.