I've heard mixed reviews about the Springfield Grill so we decided to try it for dinner. We had four in our party and all entrees were terrible. The best thing about the meal was the bread basket. The atmosphere is nice but the food was very disappointing.
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Lindsey F.
This is definitely the best restaurant in the Cranberry TWP/ Mars area! My husband and I have eaten at many of the nicer restaurants in the area, but this is now our new favorite after we tried it out for the first time last night! The menu has lots of really great options from jazzed up chicken, to nice pasta dishes and lots of steaks (including Filet Oscar, which is usually hard to find). My husband took me, my mother-in-law and nephew, and every one of us was able to find something fantastic for an entree and dessert. We shared the Roasted Garlic appetizer, which was absolutely amazing! If you like garlic, you must try it! In addition, the crab cake appetizer was also very good, and filled with almost all crab, and very fresh tasting. The soups, and salads are also nice. Dessert was fabulous! Great service. Drink selection is good, and prices for martini's / mixed drinks is actually quite reasonable.
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Jimmy L.
Get off of "19" and out of Cranberry, The Springfield Grille is the place you want to be! Tasty selections all across the menu. I'm always going back for the Prime Steak Salad, but their entree selections are top notch. Beer fans should find something to their liking on tap. Fantastic service. Call ahead to reserve or check the wait.
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Brenda G.
My hubby Pete and I visited for the first time on Saturday afternoon without a reservation. We were pleasantly surprised to get sat immediately and greeted quickly by our server Amy. Everything we ordered was prepared PERFECTLY! We are going back next weekend it was such a great dining experience! I suggest going - you will NOT be disappointed!
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Lisa M.
I had an amazing steak here! The atmosphere is really nice, yet casual (dressy or flip flops are fine). The service was good and the price was surprising less than I expected. I would definitely go back.
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Greg W.
Good food with a very nice private back room complete with it's own Bar!
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Doug C.
My wife and I came here last night for dinner. We made a reservation which I would recommend if dining on a Saturday or Friday. We were early so we decided to grab a drink in the bar while we waited. The bar was full but we were served promptly. My wife had a vodka tonic, I had a Cabernet , $12.00. Not a bad price. We were sat at our table at the same time as our reservation. We both started with side salads and were pleased with the balsamic dressing, no tomatoes? The entrees we chose were a sea bass for my wife and a blue cheese sirloin for myself. The dinner was served right after we finished our salads. She said her sea bass was very good, my sirloin was just about perfect, maybe undercooked by a minute. We opted to split a cheesecake. This was just ok. I don't think this is homemade. Our server did disappear for awhile during dinner but mot long enough to make a huge fuss. We would go back.
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Julie D.
For those of you who don't know, this restaurant is part of the Springfield group who also own and operate the other Springfield Grille's in Boardman, OH and Mercer, PA, as well as the Iron Bridge Inn, Rachel's Roadhouse, the Log Cabin Inn and Hickory Bar & Grille. I have been to all except the Hickory and they are all great. The Springfield Grille in Mars presents a very formal front complete with white linens and the wait staff dressed all in black. The bar is well stocked and the wine list is long. We went in to celebrate a big occasion, but this is the kind of place you can go for any reason. They have a long list of appetizers and the menu includes steak, pork chops, rack of lamb as well as pasta, sandwiches, burgers, etc. We opted for the artichoke spinach dip appetizer. It was really yummy. For dinner, I had the the Chesapeake jumbo lump crab cakes. They were delicious. I never miss dessert, so we shared a Kentucky derby pie, ala mode. It was super good. I think one of the things I liked best about the restaurant was Kerry, our server. She was always there to answer questions, get us anything we needed, service was great. Also, she did not try to rush us. We went on a weekday, but would recommend reservations for the weekend. This place was packed when we left and people were waiting for a table. Check the website for directions, this place is a little out of the way, but worth the trip.
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Julie r.
Don't count on this restaurant to honor a reservation. On December 23rd, we had reservations for 7:30 for 12 people. We arrived 5 minutes early and were told our table wasn't ready. After numerous attempts to talk to any manager, we were still standing in the doorway at 8:00. We were told that a party of 12, that had been there since 4:30, was still at our table. They said they had NO idea when we would be seated. No offer of apologies. Actually the staff was rather rude and walked away from us when we tried to get answers. Don't waste your time and have your evening ruined by making reservations here. We left and went up the road to Luciano's and had a fabulous meal.
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Natalie Elizabeth M.
update 3-8-09 We've eaten here probably 5 or 6 times now... sometimes we're extremely happy when we leave... and other times its just so-so... We've finally figured out what makes the difference! Everytime we've ordered off the chef's daily special's menu, its been amazing... (last time, i had some awesome andouille chowder and cajun chicken with red beans and rice!! yum!!) everytime we've eaten anything off their regular menu, its just been okay... nothing special, and often dissapointing... The garlic brie appetizer was one of the most discusting things i've ever eaten too, btw... DON'T EVER ORDER IT! Maybe they should have their chef write a whole new menu! They post the chef's daily specials on their website, check it out before you go. If you don't see something that sounds good, save this place for another time when they do.
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Katie M.
We've given this place numerous chances, and it's always been just ok. On a road with a variety of chain establishments (Red Robin, Smokey Bones, etc), the food really doesn't leave anything exciting for me to say. The ambiance is too formal for the menu, and the prices are high for the area. While they do get bonus points for a good wine and beer selection, I'm under impressed. Fish dishes always taste overcooked, and the steaks are over-salted. Not worth making a special trip. Locals thrive on this place, but I just don't see (a-hem, taste) it.
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Barry M.
We had an early dinner last night, first time here. Great steak, filet cooked perfectly. Ok wine selection, service was good. Awesome dessert selection but didn't try any, next time.
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brian k.
The lamb was excellent. Fried zucchini a treat and the Kentucky derby pecan pie was awesome. You know, I get mixed reviews on this place but I am not sure what's not to like. Sure it could be better but that would mean price increases and more of a steakhouse atmosphere. Tell me where you can get better lamb in the north hills of Pittsburgh. Decor is great but the country music needs to be toned down. I don't mind a little classic country but the trashy new stuff gives it a Texas Roadhouse feel. The good news was : you couldn't hear it in the dining room. Thank god, it would have ruined the meal. I am serious. Just like you wouldn't expect gangster rap at Ruth Chris... I didn't expect to hear a song about gettin drunk and driving my pickup truck around town on the way in to enjoy dinner.
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Deirdre G.
My husband and I went here for the first time yesterday. We always heard great things, so we figured we would check it out. When we walked in my initial thought was "this place looks dark and old"...however, the hostess was very nice and had us seated right after she cleaned a table. We sat in a booth in the bar area, and were immediately greeted by our waitress. She was very accommodating and helpful with the menu. When we were waiting for our drinks, I happened to look at the window sill and noticed dead flies & a lot of dust. I must say, it was a turn off and I sort of lost my appetite. Made me think .." If their windows aren't clean...is their kitchen clean??" My husband ordered a beer and I ordered the peach iced tea...it was very delicious, and he loved the beer. As for the food...We ordered the stuffed peppers for an appetizer, they were great. For our meals my husband ordered the "steak & cake" with mashed potatoes on the side. He had nothing but wonderful things to say, he absolutely loved it. I ordered the "steak salad" minus the eggs. It wasn't the best steak salad I've ever had by any means, but it was good. The steak was delicious, but it really REALLY lacked on the lettuce. It was basically a small layer of lettuce, with 4 slices of steak on top of it. Too much bacon & blue cheese...not enough greens. The honey balsamic dressing was excellent. Overall experience was decent on my end, I know my husband liked his meal more than I did mine. But the hostess & our waitress were fantastic. The cleanliness definitely needs some work as well as the dark, dingy atmosphere... I'd go back though.
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Daniel A.
Very good food and atmosphere. The tai calamari was wonderful. It was even better when the loud table of 8 "who had to have separate checks" left! The server handled it with class and apologized for making all of his other tables wait. Would highly recommend.
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Joanne A.
I miss this place! If not for 228 traffic during my dinner time I would frequent this place more. Also, the last time my hubby and I went, there was a 45 min wait because it was a friday and unfortunately, there are not a lot of restaurants in Mars. They have turtle soup here and you mix the shot of whiskey or something in it. I tried it because I was curious, but I felt guilty afterwards because turtles are so cute they should be friends not food. The steaks are good here and the best part is the derby pie. I think that's what it's called. Can't wait to go back.
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M. P.
For appetizers I would recommend the crab cakes and lamb. The service was great, and there is a very nice atmosphere.
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Linda W.
This is the sort of spot you might take a visiting great aunt or grandfather, if they're visiting from out of town. The food is familiar, comfortable...wait...maybe the word I'm looking for is boring. That's it! Blast-from-the-past Orange Roughy, ho hum average steaks, salads that were popular in the 80's and a cocktail menu that would be more comfortable in a Southside joint full of college coeds. My Cajun rubbed ribeye topped with bleu cheese sounded so promising! Rubbed? I think not. No Cajun living or dead would claim that insipid seasoning, if one was even applied at all. The accompanying Brussels sprouts and potato hash wasn't worthy of a second taste it was so greasy and slimy. Hash it was not. The kid played it safe with a grilled chicken salad and came away disappointed. She pronounced it, "bland." Our server was friendly, but never to be found when needed. At least the surroundings were warm as far as atmosphere, but the air conditioning nearly froze us out. Hot coffee, please! Bottom line, this is a very expensive spot for very average food and drink.
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Kimberly K.
I came here yesterday to get lunch with my mom and as always, Springfield Grille was super yummy! I've been coming here for years now, and I'm proud to be an adoring patron of this wonderful establishment. Everyone here is SO friendly, and the service is always impeccable. The food ranges from good to fantastic depending on the dish. FYI: their specials are usually on point. Anywho, for our meal we ordered two sandwiches... OH, but before I go on I have to (of course) tell you guys about the complimentary muffins and rolls. ERMERGERD, THEY'RE SO GOOD. They brought out cinnamon muffins, and I had 3 of them (at least). Don't judge me, ha! What can I say? I love me some carbs. Ok, moving on. We ordered the Steel City Pork (found on menu) and Pecan-crusted chicken (was a special) sandwiches. Both of them were awesome! The Steel City Pork had slow roasted BBQ, fries, slaw and jalapeno queso -super interesting flavor profile! Delish for sure, but I have to say that I prefer my usual there - the Traditional Reuben. My mom's pecan-crusted chicken was cooked well! The crust was crunchy and thin but a bit bland. Her sweet potato french fries were ridiculously good though! If you're looking for a fantastic restaurant with big portions, high quality, and affordable prices, make sure you hit this place up! You won't be disappointed - definitely one of the best restaurants in the Mars area.
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Maura Z.
Great staff, very helpful and kind. The steak salad and anything with their crab cakes are a must! It's a great place for a business event, family outing, or date. Definitely a great go-to for a delicious lunch or dinner.
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Melanie F.
First time here, and the food, atmosphere and service were all wonderful. Had the Thai seafood stew, which was spicy and delicious. Perfectly cooked fish. The hazelnut creme chicken was also delicious, but could have been a tad less sweet. Also had the Brie wheel to start, which was great! Definitely will be coming back.
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Mac R.
Springfield Grille has such a comfortable atmosphere. Dark wood judge's paneling throughout with coffered ceilings, leather chairs and beautiful table settings. They also have one of the best happy hours in the area from 4pm-6pm weekdays. Who can argue with a huge selection of $3 martinis or glass of wine? There is also a large selection of 1/2 price appetizers and our favorite is the huge plate of steamed mussels with sriracha butter for dipping. Quite a fabulous bargain @ $5! The restaurant food is always well prepared and tasty and their crab cakes and steaks are their specialties. The server always provides a list of dinner specials that make your mouth water & its difficult not to choose your meal off that list. The restaurant tends to be on the pricier side with several of the entrees in the $25 range. Service in both the bar and restaurant has always been on point and overall The Springfield Grille provides a very pleasant drinking and dining experience. We're regulars!
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Kevin B.
My wife and I spent our anniversary dinner here. As no surprise we had a amazing meal. Filet Oscar was perfect.
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Gary R.
I like this place but find myself rarely going there anymore for dinner. After the initial luster wore off (and it didn't take long), it became just another place with really nothing pulling me back. Considering the lack of good restaurants in the Cranberry area, Springfield is a welcome addition (and still is!) and a reliable staple for decent meals. It's a good place to take out of town guests for sure but a steady diet? Nah. I don't know exactly why either. It's got good food, reasonably priced, has a nice atmosphere, a good bar, plenty of parking...... But it's just not exciting nor does it make you want to hurry back. What it does bring to the area is a SUPERB happy hour!! With $3 martinis (albeit those sweet, martini-like concoctions that I won't drink), $3 house wines (full pours!), and half price appetizer selections (including delicious mussels), you're guaranteed to enjoy yourself and have a good time. It's my favorite happy hour place in the north hills ever since Jergels cut back on their offerings and went significantly down hill. Go there!! Get the mussels! Even with the limited happy hour beer selection, I'm sure you can find something to drink. Try the wine - maybe 2 or 3 glasses!
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Shelix A.
Every time I visit Cranberry Township, PA on business, I stop in here for dinner and a serving of the Hungarian Stuffed Hot Peppers. Italian Sausage + Banana Pepper + Cheese + Marinara = tasty. Sometimes, I skip the steak, and order another round of these tasty delights as my entree too.
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Charles F.
As with any restaurant within this chain, the food is always great. Every meal I've had at Springfield Grill has been made with fresh food and is cooked to perfection. Their surf and turf is pretty amazing and their soups are always great.
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Alejandro B.
Steaks are OK, Ahà Tuna is mediocre. Service is great. This place is pricey but pretty. Since I'm not from around I can't tell if there is a better place or something to compare with but you won't get out with a big smile...
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Lawrence J.
Yup, after tonight, gotta leave one star (only for being seated quickly). Very Poor showing tonight. I entered the restaurant 10 minutes before 9pm. I was seated with a minute or so of walking in. Then it all stopped. I waited for about 12 minutes and as waiters and waitresses were serving nearby, I was left to sit waiting without being acknowledged. I wasn't given any water or told that someone would be right with me. Never happened. Funny thing is that the restaurant wasn't that packed or busy for the time of night, so there is no excuse why a table goes 10-15 minutes unnoticed. I tend (now used to) to eat here fairly regularly by myself and with customers. That will be ending after tonight. There are plenty of restaurants up the road in both directions and are priced slightly better. I went out of my way this evening to eat here and it was all for not. Maybe some kind of sign, who knows. I did thoroughly enjoy my service and food at a local eatery up the street upon leaving.
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Scott M.
Stopped for lunch. Turtle soup is one of the best I have had. Very tasty. Had a lunch special of peppered tuna over grilled vegetables. Was very good.
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Jennifer M.
We frequent this location when clients are in town and the food and service is always amazing. My favorite are the crab cakes.
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Leah R.
If they took reservations they would be a 5 star!
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Catherine G.
Love, love, love this place. Enjoyed happy hour here. The food was great along with a nice glass of white wine. A must try happy hour....4 to 6.
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Amy B.
Excellent staff and service! Very good with kids as well, even though its more adult oriented due to the bar and entrees, but great kids menu!
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John O.
Staff and decor great but: Needs more freshly cooked food to go with the mains. Like less pre cooked stuff
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Frances M.
Is becoming our "go to" place for dinner. I had the seared sea scallops and carrot puree, it was fantastic! Husband had zing chicken which also was delicious and perfectly seasoned. Service was quick and friendly. We shared the Irish Bomb cake for dessert (actually we took half home and had again next day). Look forward to many more visits to Springfield Grille.
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Rachel K.
We enjoy visiting the Springfield Grille. It has a warm, cozy decor. They have a great menu and the prices are reasonable. There are always beers on tap that we like and when we go with our kids, they always enjoy picking a dessert from the tray they bring around after the meal. I really like their filet, but also like trying new things from the daily specials menu they have. We visited for dinner last week and it was very good as usual, except I was not a fan of the strawberry macadamia salad - it was overly sweet. Our server, Amy, was excellent.
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Rishona C.
3.5 stars for me! Great service, nice atmosphere. The temperature in the dining area (we were in the side room with all the windows & the private bar) was a bit tough to get under control. The appetizers were fabulous. The timing for the food was just about right. Big kids portions and a lot of selections. My entree was good, but the portion size was way to big for me. It was good...not the absolute best. But the service and atmosphere made up for any (minor) shortcomings with the food.
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Angela B.
Excellent value, strange bathroom location ... My husband and I went to the Melting Pot for my birthday last week - - our romantic dinner for two ended up being almost $30 more expensive than the six person dinner we paid for last night at the Springfield Grille. Yes, I said six people. Adults. I'm not even sure how that's possible. Mars is a magical place. Our server was extremely attentive and the food was excellent. I ordered a really interesting beet and shrimp salad with feta and a honey mustard vinaigrette dressing - loved it. The only mildly annoying thing about the Springfield Grille was the location of the restroom . You actually had to walk through the bar to get to the restroom which meant that I had to walk my newborn baby through the bar to change her diaper. There's something about a baby that just kills the mood of a happening bar. My daughter and I we like a mobile caution sign warning patrons of the consequences of going home all tuned-up with your bar-buddy. I'm sure the Springfield Grille's bar sold way less shots that night than usual.
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Lauren N.
My mom and I ordered take out from the Springfield Grille and I wasn't too impressed. I ordered a side of steamed vegetables with the shrimp cocktail appetizer. The "steamed" vegetables were swimming in butter and the shrimp cocktail looked like it had been frozen and barely thawed out. I would consider giving it another chance for a regular dinner and trying it out again.
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Robert S.
I've had a couple of trips to this place. First trip was with a group of customers and was nice. We had appetizers of the hummus and lambchops. I've lost my taste for lambchops (never had one, actually) so can't comment on that,but the hummus was very good. I had the Spicy Turtle Soup which wasn't spicy and wasn't very good. It seemed to me to be more of an undersalted vegetable soup with turtle meat in it. I definitely could not recommend it (however, I've been lucky enough to eat some of Emiril's turtle soup so I'm spoiled). My 10 oz. Hunter's Strip with the Mushroom demi-glace was great, though. The meat was excellent texture, and the mushroom demi-glace was superb. My next trip was the other day with my wife. Our Spinach Artichoke dip was totally unspectacular and served with very stale chips. My Springfiled Crab Cakes were very good, but wife said her Filet was dry, although cooked as she ordered. She said her Filet at Lone Star earlier in the week was better. And my MacAllan and water was a little overpriced, I feel. Overall, a good restaurant for most items, but be picky. And it is a family-type restaurant. High end ambience and prices but kids galore. But I'll be back.
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Nick D.
Food was moderate; service is bland, waiters sitting with other guests. Nothing over the edge. The Youngstown location is certainly more on point than this location. Wouldn't visit here, unless invited by another person.
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Kate E.
I never hike all the way out to Mars but my family and I happened to be in that neck of Pittsburgh so we stopped in at the Springfield Grille per my padres suggestion. I was pleasantly surprised by the decor and ambiance! It's nice to walk into the a restaurant in the burbs that doesn't have sleds and street signs plastered to the walls. The menu was quite standard ranging from filets to sandwiches to seafood. I ended up with the stuffed shrimp and a couple glasses of malbec. Everyone was happy with their food but I think what i was most impressed by was the server. I appreciate a server that can read a table. We had just gotten from a funeral and the mood was a bit somber but we needed a distraction. Our server was funny, attentive and knowledge. Causally poking fun at my brother, laughing at my nephew and talking about his little ones. He lighten the mood greatly. I wish I could remember his name to give him a shout out, 30s almost shaved head... Pros: Wild range of food, nice specials list, full bar, great service, classic interior Cons: Nothing super creative on the menu Overall: Although this restaurant is too far to be on my rotation I will def stop in if I am in the area. Nice break from the chain-ish hell of the burbs.
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Alex W.
Springfield Grille has the recipe for success figured out. Create a classy, intimate, tastefully decorated environment, staff it with competent, friendly servers, and pump out seriously tasty, well priced food. Most entres range in the $13-17 price range with steaks and some seafood options landing in the $20-25 range. I had the jambalaya, really tasty, and sampled some of my families steaks and pasta dishes. Everything I tasted was very good and I would have been happy ordering any of those dishes. The interior has that cozy living room feel thanks to lots of dark wood, low lighting, and the occasional deer head mounted on the wall. My party was rather large, 13 people, and they were able to easily accommodate us. Two servers were assigned to our party; both of them were great and they had no issues splitting everything onto several separate checks. I would absolutely come back to the Springfield Grille and I recommend that you give it a shot.
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Billy F.
Mediocre at best. Trying to be better than what they really are. Seafood was not fresh and was bought at local grocery store but charged like it was flown in.
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Nobody M.
The lethality of food is something few who aren't currently choking on a chicken bone will contemplate. For instance, if you needed someone taken out right away, you could bludgeon them to death rather effectively with a frozen ham, but you'd be left with a lot of evidence you had to eat. Perhaps a frozen log of cookie dough might be a better suited as a kill-then-eat tool. And if you can't finish the whole thing cookie dough is more effective at bribing the police than a dozen glazed. But if you needed to take someone out slowly, as I suspected was the intention of several patrons seated suspiciously close to their loved ones, there are few places that will raise less suspicion than the Springfield Grille. The menu has a number of cheesy, fried and cheesy-fried options that, if consumed in regular quantities over a period of several years, would do the trick just as well as the frozen ham. Now of course if you really love your wife, husband, daughter or son, it's probably a good idea to contemplate the lethality of food every once in awhile, especially if you want to keep them among the living.
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Steve J.
I really like the food and atmosphere here. The waitstaff is nice and do a good job. I've been here 3 times and I've had good food every time. It's not great for children, though. It's a little too nice and I worry sometimes with my children that they are bothering others. Other than that, it's a classy place with very good food.
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Brian K.
Nice family enviourment, the food was also good and reasonablely priced
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Debra H.
Easy to find. It was right off the turnpike. We have tried the springfield restaurants in grove city and we are a fan. I wanted to try something closer to home. I had zucchini for an appetizer,very large portion. It was flavorful and crunchy. I had the grilled pork chops. My husband had the filet. Both dinners were very tender. The service was spot on. Now I don't have to go so far to enjoy one of my favorite restaurants. I will definately return.
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Nick K.
We're from Akron, OH which is about 90 minutes from Springfield Grille, but we've made it there 5 times in the last two years and we have plans to return. It's worth noting that we've taken our now 6 year old with us on every visit and not only has he enjoyed the food, the staff have gone out of there way to make him part of the experience. First of all, the restaurant looks great. It's a classic well-priced American steakhouse with a menu and service to back the loom up. As I mentioned, we've been here a few times and have had consistently fantastic food and service. I've always enjoyed their Spicy Turtle Soup and Crab Cakes, bit today I was even more surprised: Grilled Shark done Cajun on top of a pasta with mussels and hot peppers. It was great! Every time we go here we wish we had something this high quality in an independent restaurant in our hometown. We'll be back.
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Clive P.
Visiting the in-laws and we settled on this place for lunch. I was over all impressed as it was certainly not the kind of place I'd expect for Cranberry, which can be a soulless place where only franchises exist. I do realize this is a local franchise. The food was very good, the service was better, our waiter was fantastic. If you're in Cranberry you won't do any better.
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Bryan F.
Fantastic Service, Okay to Great food, Fair Prices in a Classic if somewhat Formal Setting. In the area for business with a few friends and someone local suggested that the Springfield Grille was about the best place we could eat out in Mars/Cranberry. The place looked really formal coming in and the place was decently busy for a Sunday night, with most folks looking like they were out for an occasion and dressed for the part including a few families with young (but well behaved kids). I was surprised a place like this existed as we drove around a bit and everything seemed to be the same soulless chain stuff you see in suburbia everywhere. Anyways, the menu was a bit odd... the steaks were higher and appropriately priced for prime meats, but the other dishes seemed less expensive that I would have expected for the setting and feel of the place. We all went all out, ordered steaks, sides, etc. Our food was interesting, some things like Salads seemed really simple and kind of boring, while some sides were genuinely great. The steaks were of fine quality and cooked well, but the taste was a bit flat and boring.. I don't recall having a steak be so 'naked', with the most dominant taste being the char from the grill marks. While I am okay with the idea that a plain steak can be just fine on it's own, this one wasn't... it was good just wasn't what I would have expected for the price and the setting. The service was just fantastic, our waitress was professional and was very sincere (something I don't run across a ton, perhaps because I usually frequent larger more urban locations). So in short if I were out in Mars/Cranberry and wanted a nice meal that wasn't just a run of the mill mega chain joint I'd head to Springfield Grille. But the food was only okay to good but not outstanding for the setting and price.
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Russ H.
Good food, good service. A very nice dinner for my wife and I - it was a nice, local restaurant and the price range was entirely reasonable.
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Joe S.
Came for lunch with my wife & mother-in-law and we had an excellent meal. The place has great atmosphere with lots of leather and wood & the servers were very friendly & dressed sharp. The spicy blue cheese fries were killer & everyone liked their meals. Would definitely come again.
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David F.
Awesome place for a nice steak and great dinner! Very reasonable prices for the quality and quantity of food that you get here. Service is awesome and they are on top of everything.
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Matt M.
This is by far our favorite restaurant. We measure every other place we visit against The Springfield Grille. We have been to the over priced restaurants on Mt. Washington, and none compare to the quality you will find at Springfield Grille. We have been there more times than I can count. We use to only visit for specials occasions, but now find ourselves trying to come up with a reason not to go. We've never had a bad meal, or bad service for that matter. Every waiter or waitress we've ever had has been very knowledgeable about the way the food is prepared and served. They are great at recommending the appropriate wine for your meal as well. Not to mention the ice cold draft beer. I believe the desserts are all made in house as well. We're usually too full from the generous portions of the main entree (and we always get one of their fabulous appetizers) to have dessert in the restaurant, so we get them to go. They are all very delicious. We drive 20 minutes each way when we visit. All the time drooling over the anticipation of what awaits us. The ride home is filled with thoughts of when we get to visit again. I would highly suggest making reservations on a weekend, and check out their website for the daily lunch and dinner specials. Also, the full menu can be viewed on line.
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Sue S.
We've been coming here for years on treks from Michigan to PA, and are usually very, very happy with service and food. Crab cakes are especially good, specialty salads worth ordering. Service consistently pleasant and prompt. Probably our favorite restaurant in the area. Most recent visit was today. I don't hesitate to recommend it, but try to go when they're not busy.
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Janet S.
My first visit to the Springfield Grill. We loved it; from the uber friendly staff to the decor to the food. I would highly recommend lunch or dinner if you are in the Cranberry/Mars area. It is definitely worth the trip.
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Sandra N.
I thought the hostess was very rude. Our waitress was excellent, food was good. A little pricey. Over all a great night.1/4/13
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Romantic Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Chris B.
I've heard mixed reviews about the Springfield Grill so we decided to try it for dinner. We had four in our party and all entrees were terrible. The best thing about the meal was the bread basket. The atmosphere is nice but the food was very disappointing.
(1)Lindsey F.
This is definitely the best restaurant in the Cranberry TWP/ Mars area! My husband and I have eaten at many of the nicer restaurants in the area, but this is now our new favorite after we tried it out for the first time last night! The menu has lots of really great options from jazzed up chicken, to nice pasta dishes and lots of steaks (including Filet Oscar, which is usually hard to find). My husband took me, my mother-in-law and nephew, and every one of us was able to find something fantastic for an entree and dessert. We shared the Roasted Garlic appetizer, which was absolutely amazing! If you like garlic, you must try it! In addition, the crab cake appetizer was also very good, and filled with almost all crab, and very fresh tasting. The soups, and salads are also nice. Dessert was fabulous! Great service. Drink selection is good, and prices for martini's / mixed drinks is actually quite reasonable.
(5)Jimmy L.
Get off of "19" and out of Cranberry, The Springfield Grille is the place you want to be! Tasty selections all across the menu. I'm always going back for the Prime Steak Salad, but their entree selections are top notch. Beer fans should find something to their liking on tap. Fantastic service. Call ahead to reserve or check the wait.
(4)Brenda G.
My hubby Pete and I visited for the first time on Saturday afternoon without a reservation. We were pleasantly surprised to get sat immediately and greeted quickly by our server Amy. Everything we ordered was prepared PERFECTLY! We are going back next weekend it was such a great dining experience! I suggest going - you will NOT be disappointed!
(4)Lisa M.
I had an amazing steak here! The atmosphere is really nice, yet casual (dressy or flip flops are fine). The service was good and the price was surprising less than I expected. I would definitely go back.
(4)Greg W.
Good food with a very nice private back room complete with it's own Bar!
(4)Doug C.
My wife and I came here last night for dinner. We made a reservation which I would recommend if dining on a Saturday or Friday. We were early so we decided to grab a drink in the bar while we waited. The bar was full but we were served promptly. My wife had a vodka tonic, I had a Cabernet , $12.00. Not a bad price. We were sat at our table at the same time as our reservation. We both started with side salads and were pleased with the balsamic dressing, no tomatoes? The entrees we chose were a sea bass for my wife and a blue cheese sirloin for myself. The dinner was served right after we finished our salads. She said her sea bass was very good, my sirloin was just about perfect, maybe undercooked by a minute. We opted to split a cheesecake. This was just ok. I don't think this is homemade. Our server did disappear for awhile during dinner but mot long enough to make a huge fuss. We would go back.
(4)Julie D.
For those of you who don't know, this restaurant is part of the Springfield group who also own and operate the other Springfield Grille's in Boardman, OH and Mercer, PA, as well as the Iron Bridge Inn, Rachel's Roadhouse, the Log Cabin Inn and Hickory Bar & Grille. I have been to all except the Hickory and they are all great. The Springfield Grille in Mars presents a very formal front complete with white linens and the wait staff dressed all in black. The bar is well stocked and the wine list is long. We went in to celebrate a big occasion, but this is the kind of place you can go for any reason. They have a long list of appetizers and the menu includes steak, pork chops, rack of lamb as well as pasta, sandwiches, burgers, etc. We opted for the artichoke spinach dip appetizer. It was really yummy. For dinner, I had the the Chesapeake jumbo lump crab cakes. They were delicious. I never miss dessert, so we shared a Kentucky derby pie, ala mode. It was super good. I think one of the things I liked best about the restaurant was Kerry, our server. She was always there to answer questions, get us anything we needed, service was great. Also, she did not try to rush us. We went on a weekday, but would recommend reservations for the weekend. This place was packed when we left and people were waiting for a table. Check the website for directions, this place is a little out of the way, but worth the trip.
(5)Julie r.
Don't count on this restaurant to honor a reservation. On December 23rd, we had reservations for 7:30 for 12 people. We arrived 5 minutes early and were told our table wasn't ready. After numerous attempts to talk to any manager, we were still standing in the doorway at 8:00. We were told that a party of 12, that had been there since 4:30, was still at our table. They said they had NO idea when we would be seated. No offer of apologies. Actually the staff was rather rude and walked away from us when we tried to get answers. Don't waste your time and have your evening ruined by making reservations here. We left and went up the road to Luciano's and had a fabulous meal.
(1)Natalie Elizabeth M.
update 3-8-09 We've eaten here probably 5 or 6 times now... sometimes we're extremely happy when we leave... and other times its just so-so... We've finally figured out what makes the difference! Everytime we've ordered off the chef's daily special's menu, its been amazing... (last time, i had some awesome andouille chowder and cajun chicken with red beans and rice!! yum!!) everytime we've eaten anything off their regular menu, its just been okay... nothing special, and often dissapointing... The garlic brie appetizer was one of the most discusting things i've ever eaten too, btw... DON'T EVER ORDER IT! Maybe they should have their chef write a whole new menu! They post the chef's daily specials on their website, check it out before you go. If you don't see something that sounds good, save this place for another time when they do.
(3)Katie M.
We've given this place numerous chances, and it's always been just ok. On a road with a variety of chain establishments (Red Robin, Smokey Bones, etc), the food really doesn't leave anything exciting for me to say. The ambiance is too formal for the menu, and the prices are high for the area. While they do get bonus points for a good wine and beer selection, I'm under impressed. Fish dishes always taste overcooked, and the steaks are over-salted. Not worth making a special trip. Locals thrive on this place, but I just don't see (a-hem, taste) it.
(2)Barry M.
We had an early dinner last night, first time here. Great steak, filet cooked perfectly. Ok wine selection, service was good. Awesome dessert selection but didn't try any, next time.
(4)brian k.
The lamb was excellent. Fried zucchini a treat and the Kentucky derby pecan pie was awesome. You know, I get mixed reviews on this place but I am not sure what's not to like. Sure it could be better but that would mean price increases and more of a steakhouse atmosphere. Tell me where you can get better lamb in the north hills of Pittsburgh. Decor is great but the country music needs to be toned down. I don't mind a little classic country but the trashy new stuff gives it a Texas Roadhouse feel. The good news was : you couldn't hear it in the dining room. Thank god, it would have ruined the meal. I am serious. Just like you wouldn't expect gangster rap at Ruth Chris... I didn't expect to hear a song about gettin drunk and driving my pickup truck around town on the way in to enjoy dinner.
(4)Deirdre G.
My husband and I went here for the first time yesterday. We always heard great things, so we figured we would check it out. When we walked in my initial thought was "this place looks dark and old"...however, the hostess was very nice and had us seated right after she cleaned a table. We sat in a booth in the bar area, and were immediately greeted by our waitress. She was very accommodating and helpful with the menu. When we were waiting for our drinks, I happened to look at the window sill and noticed dead flies & a lot of dust. I must say, it was a turn off and I sort of lost my appetite. Made me think .." If their windows aren't clean...is their kitchen clean??" My husband ordered a beer and I ordered the peach iced tea...it was very delicious, and he loved the beer. As for the food...We ordered the stuffed peppers for an appetizer, they were great. For our meals my husband ordered the "steak & cake" with mashed potatoes on the side. He had nothing but wonderful things to say, he absolutely loved it. I ordered the "steak salad" minus the eggs. It wasn't the best steak salad I've ever had by any means, but it was good. The steak was delicious, but it really REALLY lacked on the lettuce. It was basically a small layer of lettuce, with 4 slices of steak on top of it. Too much bacon & blue cheese...not enough greens. The honey balsamic dressing was excellent. Overall experience was decent on my end, I know my husband liked his meal more than I did mine. But the hostess & our waitress were fantastic. The cleanliness definitely needs some work as well as the dark, dingy atmosphere... I'd go back though.
(3)Daniel A.
Very good food and atmosphere. The tai calamari was wonderful. It was even better when the loud table of 8 "who had to have separate checks" left! The server handled it with class and apologized for making all of his other tables wait. Would highly recommend.
(4)Joanne A.
I miss this place! If not for 228 traffic during my dinner time I would frequent this place more. Also, the last time my hubby and I went, there was a 45 min wait because it was a friday and unfortunately, there are not a lot of restaurants in Mars. They have turtle soup here and you mix the shot of whiskey or something in it. I tried it because I was curious, but I felt guilty afterwards because turtles are so cute they should be friends not food. The steaks are good here and the best part is the derby pie. I think that's what it's called. Can't wait to go back.
(4)M. P.
For appetizers I would recommend the crab cakes and lamb. The service was great, and there is a very nice atmosphere.
(4)Linda W.
This is the sort of spot you might take a visiting great aunt or grandfather, if they're visiting from out of town. The food is familiar, comfortable...wait...maybe the word I'm looking for is boring. That's it! Blast-from-the-past Orange Roughy, ho hum average steaks, salads that were popular in the 80's and a cocktail menu that would be more comfortable in a Southside joint full of college coeds. My Cajun rubbed ribeye topped with bleu cheese sounded so promising! Rubbed? I think not. No Cajun living or dead would claim that insipid seasoning, if one was even applied at all. The accompanying Brussels sprouts and potato hash wasn't worthy of a second taste it was so greasy and slimy. Hash it was not. The kid played it safe with a grilled chicken salad and came away disappointed. She pronounced it, "bland." Our server was friendly, but never to be found when needed. At least the surroundings were warm as far as atmosphere, but the air conditioning nearly froze us out. Hot coffee, please! Bottom line, this is a very expensive spot for very average food and drink.
(3)Kimberly K.
I came here yesterday to get lunch with my mom and as always, Springfield Grille was super yummy! I've been coming here for years now, and I'm proud to be an adoring patron of this wonderful establishment. Everyone here is SO friendly, and the service is always impeccable. The food ranges from good to fantastic depending on the dish. FYI: their specials are usually on point. Anywho, for our meal we ordered two sandwiches... OH, but before I go on I have to (of course) tell you guys about the complimentary muffins and rolls. ERMERGERD, THEY'RE SO GOOD. They brought out cinnamon muffins, and I had 3 of them (at least). Don't judge me, ha! What can I say? I love me some carbs. Ok, moving on. We ordered the Steel City Pork (found on menu) and Pecan-crusted chicken (was a special) sandwiches. Both of them were awesome! The Steel City Pork had slow roasted BBQ, fries, slaw and jalapeno queso -super interesting flavor profile! Delish for sure, but I have to say that I prefer my usual there - the Traditional Reuben. My mom's pecan-crusted chicken was cooked well! The crust was crunchy and thin but a bit bland. Her sweet potato french fries were ridiculously good though! If you're looking for a fantastic restaurant with big portions, high quality, and affordable prices, make sure you hit this place up! You won't be disappointed - definitely one of the best restaurants in the Mars area.
(4)Maura Z.
Great staff, very helpful and kind. The steak salad and anything with their crab cakes are a must! It's a great place for a business event, family outing, or date. Definitely a great go-to for a delicious lunch or dinner.
(5)Melanie F.
First time here, and the food, atmosphere and service were all wonderful. Had the Thai seafood stew, which was spicy and delicious. Perfectly cooked fish. The hazelnut creme chicken was also delicious, but could have been a tad less sweet. Also had the Brie wheel to start, which was great! Definitely will be coming back.
(4)Mac R.
Springfield Grille has such a comfortable atmosphere. Dark wood judge's paneling throughout with coffered ceilings, leather chairs and beautiful table settings. They also have one of the best happy hours in the area from 4pm-6pm weekdays. Who can argue with a huge selection of $3 martinis or glass of wine? There is also a large selection of 1/2 price appetizers and our favorite is the huge plate of steamed mussels with sriracha butter for dipping. Quite a fabulous bargain @ $5! The restaurant food is always well prepared and tasty and their crab cakes and steaks are their specialties. The server always provides a list of dinner specials that make your mouth water & its difficult not to choose your meal off that list. The restaurant tends to be on the pricier side with several of the entrees in the $25 range. Service in both the bar and restaurant has always been on point and overall The Springfield Grille provides a very pleasant drinking and dining experience. We're regulars!
(4)Kevin B.
My wife and I spent our anniversary dinner here. As no surprise we had a amazing meal. Filet Oscar was perfect.
(5)Gary R.
I like this place but find myself rarely going there anymore for dinner. After the initial luster wore off (and it didn't take long), it became just another place with really nothing pulling me back. Considering the lack of good restaurants in the Cranberry area, Springfield is a welcome addition (and still is!) and a reliable staple for decent meals. It's a good place to take out of town guests for sure but a steady diet? Nah. I don't know exactly why either. It's got good food, reasonably priced, has a nice atmosphere, a good bar, plenty of parking...... But it's just not exciting nor does it make you want to hurry back. What it does bring to the area is a SUPERB happy hour!! With $3 martinis (albeit those sweet, martini-like concoctions that I won't drink), $3 house wines (full pours!), and half price appetizer selections (including delicious mussels), you're guaranteed to enjoy yourself and have a good time. It's my favorite happy hour place in the north hills ever since Jergels cut back on their offerings and went significantly down hill. Go there!! Get the mussels! Even with the limited happy hour beer selection, I'm sure you can find something to drink. Try the wine - maybe 2 or 3 glasses!
(4)Shelix A.
Every time I visit Cranberry Township, PA on business, I stop in here for dinner and a serving of the Hungarian Stuffed Hot Peppers. Italian Sausage + Banana Pepper + Cheese + Marinara = tasty. Sometimes, I skip the steak, and order another round of these tasty delights as my entree too.
(5)Charles F.
As with any restaurant within this chain, the food is always great. Every meal I've had at Springfield Grill has been made with fresh food and is cooked to perfection. Their surf and turf is pretty amazing and their soups are always great.
(5)Alejandro B.
Steaks are OK, Ahà Tuna is mediocre. Service is great. This place is pricey but pretty. Since I'm not from around I can't tell if there is a better place or something to compare with but you won't get out with a big smile...
(3)Lawrence J.
Yup, after tonight, gotta leave one star (only for being seated quickly). Very Poor showing tonight. I entered the restaurant 10 minutes before 9pm. I was seated with a minute or so of walking in. Then it all stopped. I waited for about 12 minutes and as waiters and waitresses were serving nearby, I was left to sit waiting without being acknowledged. I wasn't given any water or told that someone would be right with me. Never happened. Funny thing is that the restaurant wasn't that packed or busy for the time of night, so there is no excuse why a table goes 10-15 minutes unnoticed. I tend (now used to) to eat here fairly regularly by myself and with customers. That will be ending after tonight. There are plenty of restaurants up the road in both directions and are priced slightly better. I went out of my way this evening to eat here and it was all for not. Maybe some kind of sign, who knows. I did thoroughly enjoy my service and food at a local eatery up the street upon leaving.
(1)Scott M.
Stopped for lunch. Turtle soup is one of the best I have had. Very tasty. Had a lunch special of peppered tuna over grilled vegetables. Was very good.
(4)Jennifer M.
We frequent this location when clients are in town and the food and service is always amazing. My favorite are the crab cakes.
(4)Leah R.
If they took reservations they would be a 5 star!
(4)Catherine G.
Love, love, love this place. Enjoyed happy hour here. The food was great along with a nice glass of white wine. A must try happy hour....4 to 6.
(4)Amy B.
Excellent staff and service! Very good with kids as well, even though its more adult oriented due to the bar and entrees, but great kids menu!
(4)John O.
Staff and decor great but: Needs more freshly cooked food to go with the mains. Like less pre cooked stuff
(2)Frances M.
Is becoming our "go to" place for dinner. I had the seared sea scallops and carrot puree, it was fantastic! Husband had zing chicken which also was delicious and perfectly seasoned. Service was quick and friendly. We shared the Irish Bomb cake for dessert (actually we took half home and had again next day). Look forward to many more visits to Springfield Grille.
(5)Rachel K.
We enjoy visiting the Springfield Grille. It has a warm, cozy decor. They have a great menu and the prices are reasonable. There are always beers on tap that we like and when we go with our kids, they always enjoy picking a dessert from the tray they bring around after the meal. I really like their filet, but also like trying new things from the daily specials menu they have. We visited for dinner last week and it was very good as usual, except I was not a fan of the strawberry macadamia salad - it was overly sweet. Our server, Amy, was excellent.
(4)Rishona C.
3.5 stars for me! Great service, nice atmosphere. The temperature in the dining area (we were in the side room with all the windows & the private bar) was a bit tough to get under control. The appetizers were fabulous. The timing for the food was just about right. Big kids portions and a lot of selections. My entree was good, but the portion size was way to big for me. It was good...not the absolute best. But the service and atmosphere made up for any (minor) shortcomings with the food.
(3)Angela B.
Excellent value, strange bathroom location ... My husband and I went to the Melting Pot for my birthday last week - - our romantic dinner for two ended up being almost $30 more expensive than the six person dinner we paid for last night at the Springfield Grille. Yes, I said six people. Adults. I'm not even sure how that's possible. Mars is a magical place. Our server was extremely attentive and the food was excellent. I ordered a really interesting beet and shrimp salad with feta and a honey mustard vinaigrette dressing - loved it. The only mildly annoying thing about the Springfield Grille was the location of the restroom . You actually had to walk through the bar to get to the restroom which meant that I had to walk my newborn baby through the bar to change her diaper. There's something about a baby that just kills the mood of a happening bar. My daughter and I we like a mobile caution sign warning patrons of the consequences of going home all tuned-up with your bar-buddy. I'm sure the Springfield Grille's bar sold way less shots that night than usual.
(4)Lauren N.
My mom and I ordered take out from the Springfield Grille and I wasn't too impressed. I ordered a side of steamed vegetables with the shrimp cocktail appetizer. The "steamed" vegetables were swimming in butter and the shrimp cocktail looked like it had been frozen and barely thawed out. I would consider giving it another chance for a regular dinner and trying it out again.
(2)Robert S.
I've had a couple of trips to this place. First trip was with a group of customers and was nice. We had appetizers of the hummus and lambchops. I've lost my taste for lambchops (never had one, actually) so can't comment on that,but the hummus was very good. I had the Spicy Turtle Soup which wasn't spicy and wasn't very good. It seemed to me to be more of an undersalted vegetable soup with turtle meat in it. I definitely could not recommend it (however, I've been lucky enough to eat some of Emiril's turtle soup so I'm spoiled). My 10 oz. Hunter's Strip with the Mushroom demi-glace was great, though. The meat was excellent texture, and the mushroom demi-glace was superb. My next trip was the other day with my wife. Our Spinach Artichoke dip was totally unspectacular and served with very stale chips. My Springfiled Crab Cakes were very good, but wife said her Filet was dry, although cooked as she ordered. She said her Filet at Lone Star earlier in the week was better. And my MacAllan and water was a little overpriced, I feel. Overall, a good restaurant for most items, but be picky. And it is a family-type restaurant. High end ambience and prices but kids galore. But I'll be back.
(3)Nick D.
Food was moderate; service is bland, waiters sitting with other guests. Nothing over the edge. The Youngstown location is certainly more on point than this location. Wouldn't visit here, unless invited by another person.
(2)Kate E.
I never hike all the way out to Mars but my family and I happened to be in that neck of Pittsburgh so we stopped in at the Springfield Grille per my padres suggestion. I was pleasantly surprised by the decor and ambiance! It's nice to walk into the a restaurant in the burbs that doesn't have sleds and street signs plastered to the walls. The menu was quite standard ranging from filets to sandwiches to seafood. I ended up with the stuffed shrimp and a couple glasses of malbec. Everyone was happy with their food but I think what i was most impressed by was the server. I appreciate a server that can read a table. We had just gotten from a funeral and the mood was a bit somber but we needed a distraction. Our server was funny, attentive and knowledge. Causally poking fun at my brother, laughing at my nephew and talking about his little ones. He lighten the mood greatly. I wish I could remember his name to give him a shout out, 30s almost shaved head... Pros: Wild range of food, nice specials list, full bar, great service, classic interior Cons: Nothing super creative on the menu Overall: Although this restaurant is too far to be on my rotation I will def stop in if I am in the area. Nice break from the chain-ish hell of the burbs.
(4)Alex W.
Springfield Grille has the recipe for success figured out. Create a classy, intimate, tastefully decorated environment, staff it with competent, friendly servers, and pump out seriously tasty, well priced food. Most entres range in the $13-17 price range with steaks and some seafood options landing in the $20-25 range. I had the jambalaya, really tasty, and sampled some of my families steaks and pasta dishes. Everything I tasted was very good and I would have been happy ordering any of those dishes. The interior has that cozy living room feel thanks to lots of dark wood, low lighting, and the occasional deer head mounted on the wall. My party was rather large, 13 people, and they were able to easily accommodate us. Two servers were assigned to our party; both of them were great and they had no issues splitting everything onto several separate checks. I would absolutely come back to the Springfield Grille and I recommend that you give it a shot.
(4)Billy F.
Mediocre at best. Trying to be better than what they really are. Seafood was not fresh and was bought at local grocery store but charged like it was flown in.
(3)Nobody M.
The lethality of food is something few who aren't currently choking on a chicken bone will contemplate. For instance, if you needed someone taken out right away, you could bludgeon them to death rather effectively with a frozen ham, but you'd be left with a lot of evidence you had to eat. Perhaps a frozen log of cookie dough might be a better suited as a kill-then-eat tool. And if you can't finish the whole thing cookie dough is more effective at bribing the police than a dozen glazed. But if you needed to take someone out slowly, as I suspected was the intention of several patrons seated suspiciously close to their loved ones, there are few places that will raise less suspicion than the Springfield Grille. The menu has a number of cheesy, fried and cheesy-fried options that, if consumed in regular quantities over a period of several years, would do the trick just as well as the frozen ham. Now of course if you really love your wife, husband, daughter or son, it's probably a good idea to contemplate the lethality of food every once in awhile, especially if you want to keep them among the living.
(4)Steve J.
I really like the food and atmosphere here. The waitstaff is nice and do a good job. I've been here 3 times and I've had good food every time. It's not great for children, though. It's a little too nice and I worry sometimes with my children that they are bothering others. Other than that, it's a classy place with very good food.
(4)Brian K.
Nice family enviourment, the food was also good and reasonablely priced
(4)Debra H.
Easy to find. It was right off the turnpike. We have tried the springfield restaurants in grove city and we are a fan. I wanted to try something closer to home. I had zucchini for an appetizer,very large portion. It was flavorful and crunchy. I had the grilled pork chops. My husband had the filet. Both dinners were very tender. The service was spot on. Now I don't have to go so far to enjoy one of my favorite restaurants. I will definately return.
(4)Nick K.
We're from Akron, OH which is about 90 minutes from Springfield Grille, but we've made it there 5 times in the last two years and we have plans to return. It's worth noting that we've taken our now 6 year old with us on every visit and not only has he enjoyed the food, the staff have gone out of there way to make him part of the experience. First of all, the restaurant looks great. It's a classic well-priced American steakhouse with a menu and service to back the loom up. As I mentioned, we've been here a few times and have had consistently fantastic food and service. I've always enjoyed their Spicy Turtle Soup and Crab Cakes, bit today I was even more surprised: Grilled Shark done Cajun on top of a pasta with mussels and hot peppers. It was great! Every time we go here we wish we had something this high quality in an independent restaurant in our hometown. We'll be back.
(5)Clive P.
Visiting the in-laws and we settled on this place for lunch. I was over all impressed as it was certainly not the kind of place I'd expect for Cranberry, which can be a soulless place where only franchises exist. I do realize this is a local franchise. The food was very good, the service was better, our waiter was fantastic. If you're in Cranberry you won't do any better.
(3)Bryan F.
Fantastic Service, Okay to Great food, Fair Prices in a Classic if somewhat Formal Setting. In the area for business with a few friends and someone local suggested that the Springfield Grille was about the best place we could eat out in Mars/Cranberry. The place looked really formal coming in and the place was decently busy for a Sunday night, with most folks looking like they were out for an occasion and dressed for the part including a few families with young (but well behaved kids). I was surprised a place like this existed as we drove around a bit and everything seemed to be the same soulless chain stuff you see in suburbia everywhere. Anyways, the menu was a bit odd... the steaks were higher and appropriately priced for prime meats, but the other dishes seemed less expensive that I would have expected for the setting and feel of the place. We all went all out, ordered steaks, sides, etc. Our food was interesting, some things like Salads seemed really simple and kind of boring, while some sides were genuinely great. The steaks were of fine quality and cooked well, but the taste was a bit flat and boring.. I don't recall having a steak be so 'naked', with the most dominant taste being the char from the grill marks. While I am okay with the idea that a plain steak can be just fine on it's own, this one wasn't... it was good just wasn't what I would have expected for the price and the setting. The service was just fantastic, our waitress was professional and was very sincere (something I don't run across a ton, perhaps because I usually frequent larger more urban locations). So in short if I were out in Mars/Cranberry and wanted a nice meal that wasn't just a run of the mill mega chain joint I'd head to Springfield Grille. But the food was only okay to good but not outstanding for the setting and price.
(3)Russ H.
Good food, good service. A very nice dinner for my wife and I - it was a nice, local restaurant and the price range was entirely reasonable.
(4)Joe S.
Came for lunch with my wife & mother-in-law and we had an excellent meal. The place has great atmosphere with lots of leather and wood & the servers were very friendly & dressed sharp. The spicy blue cheese fries were killer & everyone liked their meals. Would definitely come again.
(4)David F.
Awesome place for a nice steak and great dinner! Very reasonable prices for the quality and quantity of food that you get here. Service is awesome and they are on top of everything.
(5)Matt M.
This is by far our favorite restaurant. We measure every other place we visit against The Springfield Grille. We have been to the over priced restaurants on Mt. Washington, and none compare to the quality you will find at Springfield Grille. We have been there more times than I can count. We use to only visit for specials occasions, but now find ourselves trying to come up with a reason not to go. We've never had a bad meal, or bad service for that matter. Every waiter or waitress we've ever had has been very knowledgeable about the way the food is prepared and served. They are great at recommending the appropriate wine for your meal as well. Not to mention the ice cold draft beer. I believe the desserts are all made in house as well. We're usually too full from the generous portions of the main entree (and we always get one of their fabulous appetizers) to have dessert in the restaurant, so we get them to go. They are all very delicious. We drive 20 minutes each way when we visit. All the time drooling over the anticipation of what awaits us. The ride home is filled with thoughts of when we get to visit again. I would highly suggest making reservations on a weekend, and check out their website for the daily lunch and dinner specials. Also, the full menu can be viewed on line.
(5)Sue S.
We've been coming here for years on treks from Michigan to PA, and are usually very, very happy with service and food. Crab cakes are especially good, specialty salads worth ordering. Service consistently pleasant and prompt. Probably our favorite restaurant in the area. Most recent visit was today. I don't hesitate to recommend it, but try to go when they're not busy.
(4)Janet S.
My first visit to the Springfield Grill. We loved it; from the uber friendly staff to the decor to the food. I would highly recommend lunch or dinner if you are in the Cranberry/Mars area. It is definitely worth the trip.
(4)Sandra N.
I thought the hostess was very rude. Our waitress was excellent, food was good. A little pricey. Over all a great night.1/4/13
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