This used to be a great place to dine. Why must so many good things come to an end? Four of us were seated at a really small table. Understandable, I guess, but it was so clogged with unrequested tap water glasses, tent cards, and mysterious plates serving no purpose--we couldn't even break etiquette and place our elbows on the table. Let's just get to the entree: Linguine with white clam sauce - with the promise that all pastas are homemade. The dish arrived and at first glance, looked great - a large dish of pasta with five or six small opened clam shells on top of the pasta. I instantly ate THOSE clams - knowing I'd get to enjoy a lot more clams throughout the pasta. OH NO!! I should have conserved those clams on top!! I soon discovered, I'd never see another clam that night. What was left after popping those "garnish clams" into my mouth -- was a sad bowl of store-bought pasta. And because it was so bland (I guess the market ran out of fresh parsley that day), the chef decided to chop up an out-of-season tomato and mix it into the mess. What a letdown. My dessert was a slice of NY cheesecake, with strawberries. Actually, it was one cut up out-of-season strawberry (which cost extra, by the way). The cheesecake was so bland, I almost fell asleep into the dessert. Meanwhile, the most fabulous bakery in the the state of PA sits about 12 feet away from this restaurant. Why they don't purchase desserts from Oakmont Bakery is a mystery. I'd write about my dining partners' meals but we just got home from Hoffstot's and we're all hungry. I need to make some food.
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Ted L.
WIll be a while until I return. 8:30 on a Monday evening and we were seated right away, as expected. It took over 10 minutes for the server to acknowledge us. No water, no place setting...not good. He offered anything but a sincere apology and made light of his absence. We gave him our drink orders (bottle of wine and a Bombay martini). 15 minutes later, still no drinks (no not even water). The waiter WAS busy fussing over a group of about 8 patrons (larger tip, I guess). We got up and told the host that we had been sitting for 25 minutes with nothing to show for it. He seemed extremely uninterested, and we walked out. As far as the menu...we had plenty of time to study it. Not impressed. We thought that it was quite boring and lacked creativity (for this community). The brightness of the dining room was suited for patrons over the age of 70. It was anything but romantic. Dimmer switches ought to be in-use. We did walk down the street to the Chelsea Grill (same owners as Hoffstot's). We had an excellent meal with an excellent server (Steph). My experiences with Hoffstot's are always that the waitstaff has a rather lofty opinion of themselves. Pittsbugh is a city in which there are many choices for casual to upscale dining. As a customer, I NEED to feel as though my patronage is valued if I am to return. I expect fantastic food and will not accept excuses for poor service. This will be our last visit to Hoffstot's.....EVER .
(1)
Mary Lou B.
I'm giving this place three stars, but it's really more like three and a half. I had the eggplant Parmesan which I use as my barometer of any Italian place. First of all, it was gigantic...could easily be split. The sauce was just a little thick, but it was still tasty. The side of pasta was a little too overdone for my taste. But all in all, everything was pretty good. The service was another story. Our waiter brought our salads and then what seemed like maybe 5 minutes later, he brought the entrees. There was no room on the table for all this food which was kind of annoying. We had coffee and dessert. Carrot cake and tiramisu. The carrot cake was great. The tiramisu was only okay. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. I think next time I would stop off at the bar for a nightcap. There seemed to be a lot happening in there. Maybe next time.
(3)
Jennifer J.
Hoffstots is a good little restaurant nestled in Oakmont, conveniently located right next to the famed Oakmont Bakery! Hoffstots is our familys go to when we have family in town and need a last minute reservation. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The bar is always packed with locals watching whatever sporting event is on that night. I always start with the zucchini, it's amazing! The food is predictably good and the menu offers something for everyone. I had the seafood Monaco, it was good, almost overpriced for the amount of crab meat and shrimp. The presentation left a bit to be desired, but the food was good. I always start with the house salad with their vinegarette and dried blue. Love love love their salad. In previous visits, I've had the eggplant parm, which was really good and enough for two people. I also recommend the beans and greens! If you're in the area, stop by and check it out. They also do a great lunch!
(3)
Mike M.
This restaurant is five stars plus ! If one looks at the ambiance, price point, quality of food and wait staff,they will NEVER leave dissatisfied or hungry. Ask for Ro on Thursday evenings or Jamie on other evenings and enjoy your experience!
(5)
Mike And Nita B.
Excellent! Our party of 7 had an excellent meal. All guests enjoyed their appetizer , meal and desert. Service was excellent.
(5)
Amanda M.
I once had the biggest, most delish, well prepared plate of scallops here! It's what keeps me coming back. The sausage stuffed pepper is a good one too. At my last visit we had the clam chowder and apple blue cheese salad. It was good but I wanted more! The waitstaff was friendly too. As always, Oakmont is a beautiful place to walk after to work off the calories.
(4)
Danielle D.
There is something magical that happens on Friday nights around 9:30 PM if you're sitting at the bar at Hoffstot's. Picture this: you're hanging out with your friends, sipping your second glass of sangria (p.s. stay away from anything with mango vodka in it-- it's disgusting) and out comes the bartender with plates and plates full of pizza and hummus and hotdogs. The bartender sets them down on the bar and you're free to dig into whatever carb you desire...without charge! The friends I was with said that they had breakfast apps last time they visited at the magic hour. This is the only way I'll be visiting Hoffstot's from now on.
(4)
Dan T.
Not the best experience here yesterday...1st off my son ordered a draft beer and you could tell the lines/tap hadn't been flushed for awhile because it tasted awful...our waitress took it back and got him another but it was still off...my other son was treated to a flat soda!! Three in our party ordered steak, all three were ordered medium-well and all three were cooked differently!! We cut into them and compared them...one was pretty pink, the other had just a touch of pink and the 3rd was well done! On the plus side I did like some of their crab cake that I tasted, the bread & oil was fantastic and the bruschetta was good. Now the prices...c'mon folks. If you're going to charge $35 for a filet then at least prepare it correctly!! I have no problem paying decent prices for good, well prepared food but this place screams 'fine dining' without the fine food!! My son wanted to go to Ruth Chris again but I didn't listen...shame on me!!
(2)
D Y.
Very crowded local's place in Oakmont with an intimate setting if you want to come out for date night -- I recommend making reservations, even during the week night because of this restaurant's popularity with the locals, it fills up quickly during the week AND weekends. The Gorgonzola Apple salad was excellent! The pasta dish with white sauce was excellent! Service was excellent! Nice restaurant! Crowded! What would make it a 10: Tables seem a little too close together with the wait staff and customers coming a little too close at times. Need a little bit more elbow room. It was winter time and alot of people were carrying their big coats. Overall Score: 9 out of 10
(4)
David B.
The food here is very traditional, it's like going back in time 40 years. They are good at what they do, although it's not very hip or up with the times. I went for the pork chops, very old school, and it came with 2 sides. My friend had the Pasta Pistachio, which was pretty good.
Incredibly tasty food, both traditional and contemporary. The portions are huge. We enjoyed several grilled meat salads, consisting of lots of varied toppings, romaine/spring mix lettuces and housemade dressings. We also enjoyed several chicken based dishes. Sauces were abundant and well spiced and salted. Umami was attended to and treated well. The patrons span the spectrum: old and young, couples and families, middle aged groups of friends. Citrus Tea is delightful. Beer prices are very reasonable. Service is great, staff is friendly. Sit in the bar if you're looking to watch TV's or have a more casual ambiance. Tables are too close together but if you can snag a booth you'll enjoy both the food and drinks as well as the ambiance.
(5)
Rick F.
Attending a funeral down the street. My dear friend recommended. His father used to come here and order the Scrod sandwich with a pint of black beer. I'm italian and can be very particular when reviewing italian restaurants. This place is solid. Everything was perfect! Stuffed Sweet Peppers appetizer, Seafood Linguini with white sauce, Veal Romano, espresso almond cookies perfect! Ericka was an excellent server very attentive.
(5)
Veronica V.
My absolute favorite place to eat in all of the greater Pittsburgh area. Amazing service, kind owner, lovely atmosphere, and wonderful chefs! It's a very quite place with a mostly older crowd on weekdays until around 7pm when the younger crowd picks up. On weekends, it's a constant mix of all ages. My suggestions: - Eggplant Parmesan - so good and a huge portion. Very good for sharing! I substitute the standard spaghetti pasta with fettuccine Alfredo. - Gorgonzola Apple Walnut salad - amazing, best salad - Beans and Greens - I don't think it's on the menu anymore, though I could be wrong, but it's amazing - Citrus Tea - literally the best drink you will ever have
I really liked this place. I'd give it a 3.5 on food and 4.5 on bar ambience. We stopped in around 8 on Sunday night. We had the apple and blue cheese salad, fettuccine Alfredo, and pasta with basil cream sauce. We sat at the bar. It's very nice. It was clean, with large tags, not distracting Or gawdy... The bar area was clean and well taken of. The food came out fast and it was all very good. I would return!
(4)
Parker S.
Great option in Oakmont. Bar with a restaurant that offers upscale food in a relaxed setting at reasonable prices. I had the mahi mahi. definitely tasted fresh and prepared very well. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food.
(4)
Doug R.
we really like going here and have been numerous times? you can always count on very good food, greta selection, I always pick one of the specials. service is top notch. good wine selection. very nice atmosphere.
(4)
Kostas P.
It was a last minute decision to get dinner there on a Friday night. We had been seeing this place every time we were visiting Oakmont bakery and we always wanted to try it. The place was packed but luckily we found a spot without a reservation. The greeting service was polite and nice and we were seated immediately. The atmosphere of the place was great as well - it had a feeling of a past decade upscale dinner (which I love). The menu has a lot of things to choose from and everything delicious (including the house sauce brought to us with the bread). The fillet mignon and the sides coming with it (choice was mash potatoes and beans) was great and the beef sandwich was good too. We will definetely go back. One thing I wish it was slightly better is the service. While it is very polite and helpful they are a bit slow!
(4)
Bennett R.
I liked this place enough to go back. It won't be a place I recommend a lot. It is good, but not The good: - Fried Calamari. Unbelievably good - and a great surprise since I am a seafood snob and didn't expect it to be much good so far from the coast. - Lasagne good. Classic American style - huge, heavy, and delicious. I ate it 3 different times, it's that big. (And I'm a big fella.) The bad: -Pasta Fagioli. Really guys, it was bad. It tasted like someone dumped beans in spaghetti sauce and added water. I actually think they did just that. -Service. It was slow, and she was a little cranky. I got a big eye roll when she asked how the uneaten soup was. It was late, and the place was packed, but I am not super demanding and it doesn't take a lot to make me happy.
(3)
Roswell Einstein M.
We generally prefer the bar. I saw reviews on service but can only share that Bobby and Renae are always on the ball at the bar. I cant say i ever had a bad meal. Good place to unwind! Ate many other places and there is no way it deserves less than 3 stars.
(4)
M F.
Oh my. I've only been here twice, and I think that's only because I had forgotten how bad it was the first time! The food was luke warm and just dreadful. The service was slow and not especially well-trained.
(1)
A M.
I go here a couple of times a month and it's a good italian suburban restaurant with a better than average bar. The crowds are mostly locals who are friendly. The service is pretty good with most of the staff professionals and not "journeyman". I wish the menu was a little more creative, but again it's an italian joint in the burbs' aimed towards the baby boomer crowd. I like the burgers. They are usually cooked perfectly and the meat seems to be fresh and not frozen (but, I'm not sure). The fries are pretty good and I like the fresh vegetables. I've tried a few entrees', but again the menu doesn't really appeal to my tastes with the majority of entrees' being heavy red sauce dishes. I've had the blackened filet, which is pretty good quality with a nice balsamic reduction. I've also tried the Shrimp Monoca wich is about 8 nice sized shrimp cooked simply with butter and garlic. They give you complimentary cookies after dinner which is a nice touch. The prices are okay, but maybe a touch higher than they should be for a suburban average restaurant.
(3)
Green H.
We really enjoyed our meal. Our server was extremely nice-soft spoken and unobtrusive, yet present and helpful with our menu selections, pepper grinding, cheese grating, and minimal wait for drinks, desserts and coffee. When I couldn't decide between two salad dressings, she brought small cups of both with my salad. There were four in our party, and all our meals arrived quickly and were very good. Especially tasty: the lacy cookies that came with the dessert/coffee.
(4)
Levent T.
Good place to enjoy a neighborhood atmosphere if you are from out of town. Food was better than average, yet, our server was less than attentive to our needs. Great "hustle" on her part, however, she gave us the impression that she was constantly in the weeds. The place was barely half full so HITP? Price point was a little high for the value, yet, we wouldn't have mined it if our server was friendly and our order was made accurately. Although, I would give it another shot if I were to return to Pittsburgh.
(3)
Ted L.
WIll be a while until I return. 8:30 on a Monday evening and we were seated right away, as expected. It took over 10 minutes for the server to acknowledge us. No water, no place setting...not good. He offered anything but a sincere apology and made light of his absence. We gave him our drink orders (bottle of wine and a Bombay martini). 15 minutes later, still no drinks (no not even water). The waiter WAS busy fussing over a group of about 8 patrons (larger tip, I guess). We got up and told the host that we had been sitting for 25 minutes with nothing to show for it. He seemed extremely uninterested, and we walked out. As far as the menu...we had plenty of time to study it. Not impressed. We thought that it was quite boring and lacked creativity (for this community). The brightness of the dining room was suited for patrons over the age of 70. It was anything but romantic. Dimmer switches ought to be in-use. We did walk down the street to the Chelsea Grill (same owners as Hoffstot's). We had an excellent meal with an excellent server (Steph). My experiences with Hoffstot's are always that the waitstaff has a rather lofty opinion of themselves. Pittsbugh is a city in which there are many choices for casual to upscale dining. As a customer, I NEED to feel as though my patronage is valued if I am to return. I expect fantastic food and will not accept excuses for poor service. This will be our last visit to Hoffstot's.....EVER .
(1)
Mary Lou B.
I'm giving this place three stars, but it's really more like three and a half. I had the eggplant Parmesan which I use as my barometer of any Italian place. First of all, it was gigantic...could easily be split. The sauce was just a little thick, but it was still tasty. The side of pasta was a little too overdone for my taste. But all in all, everything was pretty good. The service was another story. Our waiter brought our salads and then what seemed like maybe 5 minutes later, he brought the entrees. There was no room on the table for all this food which was kind of annoying. We had coffee and dessert. Carrot cake and tiramisu. The carrot cake was great. The tiramisu was only okay. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. I think next time I would stop off at the bar for a nightcap. There seemed to be a lot happening in there. Maybe next time.
(3)
Jennifer J.
Hoffstots is a good little restaurant nestled in Oakmont, conveniently located right next to the famed Oakmont Bakery! Hoffstots is our familys go to when we have family in town and need a last minute reservation. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The bar is always packed with locals watching whatever sporting event is on that night. I always start with the zucchini, it's amazing! The food is predictably good and the menu offers something for everyone. I had the seafood Monaco, it was good, almost overpriced for the amount of crab meat and shrimp. The presentation left a bit to be desired, but the food was good. I always start with the house salad with their vinegarette and dried blue. Love love love their salad. In previous visits, I've had the eggplant parm, which was really good and enough for two people. I also recommend the beans and greens! If you're in the area, stop by and check it out. They also do a great lunch!
(3)
A M.
I go here a couple of times a month and it's a good italian suburban restaurant with a better than average bar. The crowds are mostly locals who are friendly. The service is pretty good with most of the staff professionals and not "journeyman". I wish the menu was a little more creative, but again it's an italian joint in the burbs' aimed towards the baby boomer crowd. I like the burgers. They are usually cooked perfectly and the meat seems to be fresh and not frozen (but, I'm not sure). The fries are pretty good and I like the fresh vegetables. I've tried a few entrees', but again the menu doesn't really appeal to my tastes with the majority of entrees' being heavy red sauce dishes. I've had the blackened filet, which is pretty good quality with a nice balsamic reduction. I've also tried the Shrimp Monoca wich is about 8 nice sized shrimp cooked simply with butter and garlic. They give you complimentary cookies after dinner which is a nice touch. The prices are okay, but maybe a touch higher than they should be for a suburban average restaurant.
(3)
Veronica V.
My absolute favorite place to eat in all of the greater Pittsburgh area. Amazing service, kind owner, lovely atmosphere, and wonderful chefs! It's a very quite place with a mostly older crowd on weekdays until around 7pm when the younger crowd picks up. On weekends, it's a constant mix of all ages. My suggestions: - Eggplant Parmesan - so good and a huge portion. Very good for sharing! I substitute the standard spaghetti pasta with fettuccine Alfredo. - Gorgonzola Apple Walnut salad - amazing, best salad - Beans and Greens - I don't think it's on the menu anymore, though I could be wrong, but it's amazing - Citrus Tea - literally the best drink you will ever have
(5)
Mike M.
This restaurant is five stars plus ! If one looks at the ambiance, price point, quality of food and wait staff,they will NEVER leave dissatisfied or hungry. Ask for Ro on Thursday evenings or Jamie on other evenings and enjoy your experience!
(5)
Mike And Nita B.
Excellent! Our party of 7 had an excellent meal. All guests enjoyed their appetizer , meal and desert. Service was excellent.
(5)
Amanda M.
I once had the biggest, most delish, well prepared plate of scallops here! It's what keeps me coming back. The sausage stuffed pepper is a good one too. At my last visit we had the clam chowder and apple blue cheese salad. It was good but I wanted more! The waitstaff was friendly too. As always, Oakmont is a beautiful place to walk after to work off the calories.
(4)
Danielle D.
There is something magical that happens on Friday nights around 9:30 PM if you're sitting at the bar at Hoffstot's. Picture this: you're hanging out with your friends, sipping your second glass of sangria (p.s. stay away from anything with mango vodka in it-- it's disgusting) and out comes the bartender with plates and plates full of pizza and hummus and hotdogs. The bartender sets them down on the bar and you're free to dig into whatever carb you desire...without charge! The friends I was with said that they had breakfast apps last time they visited at the magic hour. This is the only way I'll be visiting Hoffstot's from now on.
Not the best experience here yesterday...1st off my son ordered a draft beer and you could tell the lines/tap hadn't been flushed for awhile because it tasted awful...our waitress took it back and got him another but it was still off...my other son was treated to a flat soda!! Three in our party ordered steak, all three were ordered medium-well and all three were cooked differently!! We cut into them and compared them...one was pretty pink, the other had just a touch of pink and the 3rd was well done! On the plus side I did like some of their crab cake that I tasted, the bread & oil was fantastic and the bruschetta was good. Now the prices...c'mon folks. If you're going to charge $35 for a filet then at least prepare it correctly!! I have no problem paying decent prices for good, well prepared food but this place screams 'fine dining' without the fine food!! My son wanted to go to Ruth Chris again but I didn't listen...shame on me!!
(2)
D Y.
Very crowded local's place in Oakmont with an intimate setting if you want to come out for date night -- I recommend making reservations, even during the week night because of this restaurant's popularity with the locals, it fills up quickly during the week AND weekends. The Gorgonzola Apple salad was excellent! The pasta dish with white sauce was excellent! Service was excellent! Nice restaurant! Crowded! What would make it a 10: Tables seem a little too close together with the wait staff and customers coming a little too close at times. Need a little bit more elbow room. It was winter time and alot of people were carrying their big coats. Overall Score: 9 out of 10
(4)
David B.
The food here is very traditional, it's like going back in time 40 years. They are good at what they do, although it's not very hip or up with the times. I went for the pork chops, very old school, and it came with 2 sides. My friend had the Pasta Pistachio, which was pretty good.
Incredibly tasty food, both traditional and contemporary. The portions are huge. We enjoyed several grilled meat salads, consisting of lots of varied toppings, romaine/spring mix lettuces and housemade dressings. We also enjoyed several chicken based dishes. Sauces were abundant and well spiced and salted. Umami was attended to and treated well. The patrons span the spectrum: old and young, couples and families, middle aged groups of friends. Citrus Tea is delightful. Beer prices are very reasonable. Service is great, staff is friendly. Sit in the bar if you're looking to watch TV's or have a more casual ambiance. Tables are too close together but if you can snag a booth you'll enjoy both the food and drinks as well as the ambiance.
(5)
Rick F.
Attending a funeral down the street. My dear friend recommended. His father used to come here and order the Scrod sandwich with a pint of black beer. I'm italian and can be very particular when reviewing italian restaurants. This place is solid. Everything was perfect! Stuffed Sweet Peppers appetizer, Seafood Linguini with white sauce, Veal Romano, espresso almond cookies perfect! Ericka was an excellent server very attentive.
(5)
Gina D.
This used to be a great place to dine. Why must so many good things come to an end? Four of us were seated at a really small table. Understandable, I guess, but it was so clogged with unrequested tap water glasses, tent cards, and mysterious plates serving no purpose--we couldn't even break etiquette and place our elbows on the table. Let's just get to the entree: Linguine with white clam sauce - with the promise that all pastas are homemade. The dish arrived and at first glance, looked great - a large dish of pasta with five or six small opened clam shells on top of the pasta. I instantly ate THOSE clams - knowing I'd get to enjoy a lot more clams throughout the pasta. OH NO!! I should have conserved those clams on top!! I soon discovered, I'd never see another clam that night. What was left after popping those "garnish clams" into my mouth -- was a sad bowl of store-bought pasta. And because it was so bland (I guess the market ran out of fresh parsley that day), the chef decided to chop up an out-of-season tomato and mix it into the mess. What a letdown. My dessert was a slice of NY cheesecake, with strawberries. Actually, it was one cut up out-of-season strawberry (which cost extra, by the way). The cheesecake was so bland, I almost fell asleep into the dessert. Meanwhile, the most fabulous bakery in the the state of PA sits about 12 feet away from this restaurant. Why they don't purchase desserts from Oakmont Bakery is a mystery. I'd write about my dining partners' meals but we just got home from Hoffstot's and we're all hungry. I need to make some food.
(1)
Kostas P.
It was a last minute decision to get dinner there on a Friday night. We had been seeing this place every time we were visiting Oakmont bakery and we always wanted to try it. The place was packed but luckily we found a spot without a reservation. The greeting service was polite and nice and we were seated immediately. The atmosphere of the place was great as well - it had a feeling of a past decade upscale dinner (which I love). The menu has a lot of things to choose from and everything delicious (including the house sauce brought to us with the bread). The fillet mignon and the sides coming with it (choice was mash potatoes and beans) was great and the beef sandwich was good too. We will definetely go back. One thing I wish it was slightly better is the service. While it is very polite and helpful they are a bit slow!
(4)
Bennett R.
I liked this place enough to go back. It won't be a place I recommend a lot. It is good, but not The good: - Fried Calamari. Unbelievably good - and a great surprise since I am a seafood snob and didn't expect it to be much good so far from the coast. - Lasagne good. Classic American style - huge, heavy, and delicious. I ate it 3 different times, it's that big. (And I'm a big fella.) The bad: -Pasta Fagioli. Really guys, it was bad. It tasted like someone dumped beans in spaghetti sauce and added water. I actually think they did just that. -Service. It was slow, and she was a little cranky. I got a big eye roll when she asked how the uneaten soup was. It was late, and the place was packed, but I am not super demanding and it doesn't take a lot to make me happy.
(3)
Christina A.
I really liked this place. I'd give it a 3.5 on food and 4.5 on bar ambience. We stopped in around 8 on Sunday night. We had the apple and blue cheese salad, fettuccine Alfredo, and pasta with basil cream sauce. We sat at the bar. It's very nice. It was clean, with large tags, not distracting Or gawdy... The bar area was clean and well taken of. The food came out fast and it was all very good. I would return!
(4)
Parker S.
Great option in Oakmont. Bar with a restaurant that offers upscale food in a relaxed setting at reasonable prices. I had the mahi mahi. definitely tasted fresh and prepared very well. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food.
(4)
Doug R.
we really like going here and have been numerous times? you can always count on very good food, greta selection, I always pick one of the specials. service is top notch. good wine selection. very nice atmosphere.
(4)
Roswell Einstein M.
We generally prefer the bar. I saw reviews on service but can only share that Bobby and Renae are always on the ball at the bar. I cant say i ever had a bad meal. Good place to unwind! Ate many other places and there is no way it deserves less than 3 stars.
(4)
Green H.
We really enjoyed our meal. Our server was extremely nice-soft spoken and unobtrusive, yet present and helpful with our menu selections, pepper grinding, cheese grating, and minimal wait for drinks, desserts and coffee. When I couldn't decide between two salad dressings, she brought small cups of both with my salad. There were four in our party, and all our meals arrived quickly and were very good. Especially tasty: the lacy cookies that came with the dessert/coffee.
(4)
Levent T.
Good place to enjoy a neighborhood atmosphere if you are from out of town. Food was better than average, yet, our server was less than attentive to our needs. Great "hustle" on her part, however, she gave us the impression that she was constantly in the weeds. The place was barely half full so HITP? Price point was a little high for the value, yet, we wouldn't have mined it if our server was friendly and our order was made accurately. Although, I would give it another shot if I were to return to Pittsburgh.
(3)
M F.
Oh my. I've only been here twice, and I think that's only because I had forgotten how bad it was the first time! The food was luke warm and just dreadful. The service was slow and not especially well-trained.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Street Bike Parking : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Upscale Noise Level : Loud Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Gina D.
This used to be a great place to dine. Why must so many good things come to an end? Four of us were seated at a really small table. Understandable, I guess, but it was so clogged with unrequested tap water glasses, tent cards, and mysterious plates serving no purpose--we couldn't even break etiquette and place our elbows on the table. Let's just get to the entree: Linguine with white clam sauce - with the promise that all pastas are homemade. The dish arrived and at first glance, looked great - a large dish of pasta with five or six small opened clam shells on top of the pasta. I instantly ate THOSE clams - knowing I'd get to enjoy a lot more clams throughout the pasta. OH NO!! I should have conserved those clams on top!! I soon discovered, I'd never see another clam that night. What was left after popping those "garnish clams" into my mouth -- was a sad bowl of store-bought pasta. And because it was so bland (I guess the market ran out of fresh parsley that day), the chef decided to chop up an out-of-season tomato and mix it into the mess. What a letdown. My dessert was a slice of NY cheesecake, with strawberries. Actually, it was one cut up out-of-season strawberry (which cost extra, by the way). The cheesecake was so bland, I almost fell asleep into the dessert. Meanwhile, the most fabulous bakery in the the state of PA sits about 12 feet away from this restaurant. Why they don't purchase desserts from Oakmont Bakery is a mystery. I'd write about my dining partners' meals but we just got home from Hoffstot's and we're all hungry. I need to make some food.
(1)Ted L.
WIll be a while until I return. 8:30 on a Monday evening and we were seated right away, as expected. It took over 10 minutes for the server to acknowledge us. No water, no place setting...not good. He offered anything but a sincere apology and made light of his absence. We gave him our drink orders (bottle of wine and a Bombay martini). 15 minutes later, still no drinks (no not even water). The waiter WAS busy fussing over a group of about 8 patrons (larger tip, I guess). We got up and told the host that we had been sitting for 25 minutes with nothing to show for it. He seemed extremely uninterested, and we walked out. As far as the menu...we had plenty of time to study it. Not impressed. We thought that it was quite boring and lacked creativity (for this community). The brightness of the dining room was suited for patrons over the age of 70. It was anything but romantic. Dimmer switches ought to be in-use. We did walk down the street to the Chelsea Grill (same owners as Hoffstot's). We had an excellent meal with an excellent server (Steph). My experiences with Hoffstot's are always that the waitstaff has a rather lofty opinion of themselves. Pittsbugh is a city in which there are many choices for casual to upscale dining. As a customer, I NEED to feel as though my patronage is valued if I am to return. I expect fantastic food and will not accept excuses for poor service. This will be our last visit to Hoffstot's.....EVER .
(1)Mary Lou B.
I'm giving this place three stars, but it's really more like three and a half. I had the eggplant Parmesan which I use as my barometer of any Italian place. First of all, it was gigantic...could easily be split. The sauce was just a little thick, but it was still tasty. The side of pasta was a little too overdone for my taste. But all in all, everything was pretty good. The service was another story. Our waiter brought our salads and then what seemed like maybe 5 minutes later, he brought the entrees. There was no room on the table for all this food which was kind of annoying. We had coffee and dessert. Carrot cake and tiramisu. The carrot cake was great. The tiramisu was only okay. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. I think next time I would stop off at the bar for a nightcap. There seemed to be a lot happening in there. Maybe next time.
(3)Jennifer J.
Hoffstots is a good little restaurant nestled in Oakmont, conveniently located right next to the famed Oakmont Bakery! Hoffstots is our familys go to when we have family in town and need a last minute reservation. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The bar is always packed with locals watching whatever sporting event is on that night. I always start with the zucchini, it's amazing! The food is predictably good and the menu offers something for everyone. I had the seafood Monaco, it was good, almost overpriced for the amount of crab meat and shrimp. The presentation left a bit to be desired, but the food was good. I always start with the house salad with their vinegarette and dried blue. Love love love their salad. In previous visits, I've had the eggplant parm, which was really good and enough for two people. I also recommend the beans and greens! If you're in the area, stop by and check it out. They also do a great lunch!
(3)Mike M.
This restaurant is five stars plus ! If one looks at the ambiance, price point, quality of food and wait staff,they will NEVER leave dissatisfied or hungry. Ask for Ro on Thursday evenings or Jamie on other evenings and enjoy your experience!
(5)Mike And Nita B.
Excellent! Our party of 7 had an excellent meal. All guests enjoyed their appetizer , meal and desert. Service was excellent.
(5)Amanda M.
I once had the biggest, most delish, well prepared plate of scallops here! It's what keeps me coming back. The sausage stuffed pepper is a good one too. At my last visit we had the clam chowder and apple blue cheese salad. It was good but I wanted more! The waitstaff was friendly too. As always, Oakmont is a beautiful place to walk after to work off the calories.
(4)Danielle D.
There is something magical that happens on Friday nights around 9:30 PM if you're sitting at the bar at Hoffstot's. Picture this: you're hanging out with your friends, sipping your second glass of sangria (p.s. stay away from anything with mango vodka in it-- it's disgusting) and out comes the bartender with plates and plates full of pizza and hummus and hotdogs. The bartender sets them down on the bar and you're free to dig into whatever carb you desire...without charge! The friends I was with said that they had breakfast apps last time they visited at the magic hour. This is the only way I'll be visiting Hoffstot's from now on.
(4)Dan T.
Not the best experience here yesterday...1st off my son ordered a draft beer and you could tell the lines/tap hadn't been flushed for awhile because it tasted awful...our waitress took it back and got him another but it was still off...my other son was treated to a flat soda!! Three in our party ordered steak, all three were ordered medium-well and all three were cooked differently!! We cut into them and compared them...one was pretty pink, the other had just a touch of pink and the 3rd was well done! On the plus side I did like some of their crab cake that I tasted, the bread & oil was fantastic and the bruschetta was good. Now the prices...c'mon folks. If you're going to charge $35 for a filet then at least prepare it correctly!! I have no problem paying decent prices for good, well prepared food but this place screams 'fine dining' without the fine food!! My son wanted to go to Ruth Chris again but I didn't listen...shame on me!!
(2)D Y.
Very crowded local's place in Oakmont with an intimate setting if you want to come out for date night -- I recommend making reservations, even during the week night because of this restaurant's popularity with the locals, it fills up quickly during the week AND weekends. The Gorgonzola Apple salad was excellent! The pasta dish with white sauce was excellent! Service was excellent! Nice restaurant! Crowded! What would make it a 10: Tables seem a little too close together with the wait staff and customers coming a little too close at times. Need a little bit more elbow room. It was winter time and alot of people were carrying their big coats. Overall Score: 9 out of 10
(4)David B.
The food here is very traditional, it's like going back in time 40 years. They are good at what they do, although it's not very hip or up with the times. I went for the pork chops, very old school, and it came with 2 sides. My friend had the Pasta Pistachio, which was pretty good.
(3)Sue S.
I love Hoffstot's Café Monaco. Been going there for more than 20 yrs. My favorite is the Blackenzola steak. And I don't mean the petite either. Seafood dinners are just as delicious.
(4)Lindsay B.
Incredibly tasty food, both traditional and contemporary. The portions are huge. We enjoyed several grilled meat salads, consisting of lots of varied toppings, romaine/spring mix lettuces and housemade dressings. We also enjoyed several chicken based dishes. Sauces were abundant and well spiced and salted. Umami was attended to and treated well. The patrons span the spectrum: old and young, couples and families, middle aged groups of friends. Citrus Tea is delightful. Beer prices are very reasonable. Service is great, staff is friendly. Sit in the bar if you're looking to watch TV's or have a more casual ambiance. Tables are too close together but if you can snag a booth you'll enjoy both the food and drinks as well as the ambiance.
(5)Rick F.
Attending a funeral down the street. My dear friend recommended. His father used to come here and order the Scrod sandwich with a pint of black beer. I'm italian and can be very particular when reviewing italian restaurants. This place is solid. Everything was perfect! Stuffed Sweet Peppers appetizer, Seafood Linguini with white sauce, Veal Romano, espresso almond cookies perfect! Ericka was an excellent server very attentive.
(5)Veronica V.
My absolute favorite place to eat in all of the greater Pittsburgh area. Amazing service, kind owner, lovely atmosphere, and wonderful chefs! It's a very quite place with a mostly older crowd on weekdays until around 7pm when the younger crowd picks up. On weekends, it's a constant mix of all ages. My suggestions: - Eggplant Parmesan - so good and a huge portion. Very good for sharing! I substitute the standard spaghetti pasta with fettuccine Alfredo. - Gorgonzola Apple Walnut salad - amazing, best salad - Beans and Greens - I don't think it's on the menu anymore, though I could be wrong, but it's amazing - Citrus Tea - literally the best drink you will ever have
(5)Annetta R.
Very nice restaurant with great ambience. For appetizer I had the mushroom and shrimp sautée not only did it look good it had a nice flavor. For my main course I had the NY strip it was cooked perfectly. I will visit this restaurant again. For dessert I went next door to Oakmont Bakery.
(4)Christina A.
I really liked this place. I'd give it a 3.5 on food and 4.5 on bar ambience. We stopped in around 8 on Sunday night. We had the apple and blue cheese salad, fettuccine Alfredo, and pasta with basil cream sauce. We sat at the bar. It's very nice. It was clean, with large tags, not distracting Or gawdy... The bar area was clean and well taken of. The food came out fast and it was all very good. I would return!
(4)Parker S.
Great option in Oakmont. Bar with a restaurant that offers upscale food in a relaxed setting at reasonable prices. I had the mahi mahi. definitely tasted fresh and prepared very well. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food.
(4)Doug R.
we really like going here and have been numerous times? you can always count on very good food, greta selection, I always pick one of the specials. service is top notch. good wine selection. very nice atmosphere.
(4)Kostas P.
It was a last minute decision to get dinner there on a Friday night. We had been seeing this place every time we were visiting Oakmont bakery and we always wanted to try it. The place was packed but luckily we found a spot without a reservation. The greeting service was polite and nice and we were seated immediately. The atmosphere of the place was great as well - it had a feeling of a past decade upscale dinner (which I love). The menu has a lot of things to choose from and everything delicious (including the house sauce brought to us with the bread). The fillet mignon and the sides coming with it (choice was mash potatoes and beans) was great and the beef sandwich was good too. We will definetely go back. One thing I wish it was slightly better is the service. While it is very polite and helpful they are a bit slow!
(4)Bennett R.
I liked this place enough to go back. It won't be a place I recommend a lot. It is good, but not The good: - Fried Calamari. Unbelievably good - and a great surprise since I am a seafood snob and didn't expect it to be much good so far from the coast. - Lasagne good. Classic American style - huge, heavy, and delicious. I ate it 3 different times, it's that big. (And I'm a big fella.) The bad: -Pasta Fagioli. Really guys, it was bad. It tasted like someone dumped beans in spaghetti sauce and added water. I actually think they did just that. -Service. It was slow, and she was a little cranky. I got a big eye roll when she asked how the uneaten soup was. It was late, and the place was packed, but I am not super demanding and it doesn't take a lot to make me happy.
(3)Roswell Einstein M.
We generally prefer the bar. I saw reviews on service but can only share that Bobby and Renae are always on the ball at the bar. I cant say i ever had a bad meal. Good place to unwind! Ate many other places and there is no way it deserves less than 3 stars.
(4)M F.
Oh my. I've only been here twice, and I think that's only because I had forgotten how bad it was the first time! The food was luke warm and just dreadful. The service was slow and not especially well-trained.
(1)A M.
I go here a couple of times a month and it's a good italian suburban restaurant with a better than average bar. The crowds are mostly locals who are friendly. The service is pretty good with most of the staff professionals and not "journeyman". I wish the menu was a little more creative, but again it's an italian joint in the burbs' aimed towards the baby boomer crowd. I like the burgers. They are usually cooked perfectly and the meat seems to be fresh and not frozen (but, I'm not sure). The fries are pretty good and I like the fresh vegetables. I've tried a few entrees', but again the menu doesn't really appeal to my tastes with the majority of entrees' being heavy red sauce dishes. I've had the blackened filet, which is pretty good quality with a nice balsamic reduction. I've also tried the Shrimp Monoca wich is about 8 nice sized shrimp cooked simply with butter and garlic. They give you complimentary cookies after dinner which is a nice touch. The prices are okay, but maybe a touch higher than they should be for a suburban average restaurant.
(3)Green H.
We really enjoyed our meal. Our server was extremely nice-soft spoken and unobtrusive, yet present and helpful with our menu selections, pepper grinding, cheese grating, and minimal wait for drinks, desserts and coffee. When I couldn't decide between two salad dressings, she brought small cups of both with my salad. There were four in our party, and all our meals arrived quickly and were very good. Especially tasty: the lacy cookies that came with the dessert/coffee.
(4)Levent T.
Good place to enjoy a neighborhood atmosphere if you are from out of town. Food was better than average, yet, our server was less than attentive to our needs. Great "hustle" on her part, however, she gave us the impression that she was constantly in the weeds. The place was barely half full so HITP? Price point was a little high for the value, yet, we wouldn't have mined it if our server was friendly and our order was made accurately. Although, I would give it another shot if I were to return to Pittsburgh.
(3)Ted L.
WIll be a while until I return. 8:30 on a Monday evening and we were seated right away, as expected. It took over 10 minutes for the server to acknowledge us. No water, no place setting...not good. He offered anything but a sincere apology and made light of his absence. We gave him our drink orders (bottle of wine and a Bombay martini). 15 minutes later, still no drinks (no not even water). The waiter WAS busy fussing over a group of about 8 patrons (larger tip, I guess). We got up and told the host that we had been sitting for 25 minutes with nothing to show for it. He seemed extremely uninterested, and we walked out. As far as the menu...we had plenty of time to study it. Not impressed. We thought that it was quite boring and lacked creativity (for this community). The brightness of the dining room was suited for patrons over the age of 70. It was anything but romantic. Dimmer switches ought to be in-use. We did walk down the street to the Chelsea Grill (same owners as Hoffstot's). We had an excellent meal with an excellent server (Steph). My experiences with Hoffstot's are always that the waitstaff has a rather lofty opinion of themselves. Pittsbugh is a city in which there are many choices for casual to upscale dining. As a customer, I NEED to feel as though my patronage is valued if I am to return. I expect fantastic food and will not accept excuses for poor service. This will be our last visit to Hoffstot's.....EVER .
(1)Mary Lou B.
I'm giving this place three stars, but it's really more like three and a half. I had the eggplant Parmesan which I use as my barometer of any Italian place. First of all, it was gigantic...could easily be split. The sauce was just a little thick, but it was still tasty. The side of pasta was a little too overdone for my taste. But all in all, everything was pretty good. The service was another story. Our waiter brought our salads and then what seemed like maybe 5 minutes later, he brought the entrees. There was no room on the table for all this food which was kind of annoying. We had coffee and dessert. Carrot cake and tiramisu. The carrot cake was great. The tiramisu was only okay. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. I think next time I would stop off at the bar for a nightcap. There seemed to be a lot happening in there. Maybe next time.
(3)Jennifer J.
Hoffstots is a good little restaurant nestled in Oakmont, conveniently located right next to the famed Oakmont Bakery! Hoffstots is our familys go to when we have family in town and need a last minute reservation. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The bar is always packed with locals watching whatever sporting event is on that night. I always start with the zucchini, it's amazing! The food is predictably good and the menu offers something for everyone. I had the seafood Monaco, it was good, almost overpriced for the amount of crab meat and shrimp. The presentation left a bit to be desired, but the food was good. I always start with the house salad with their vinegarette and dried blue. Love love love their salad. In previous visits, I've had the eggplant parm, which was really good and enough for two people. I also recommend the beans and greens! If you're in the area, stop by and check it out. They also do a great lunch!
(3)A M.
I go here a couple of times a month and it's a good italian suburban restaurant with a better than average bar. The crowds are mostly locals who are friendly. The service is pretty good with most of the staff professionals and not "journeyman". I wish the menu was a little more creative, but again it's an italian joint in the burbs' aimed towards the baby boomer crowd. I like the burgers. They are usually cooked perfectly and the meat seems to be fresh and not frozen (but, I'm not sure). The fries are pretty good and I like the fresh vegetables. I've tried a few entrees', but again the menu doesn't really appeal to my tastes with the majority of entrees' being heavy red sauce dishes. I've had the blackened filet, which is pretty good quality with a nice balsamic reduction. I've also tried the Shrimp Monoca wich is about 8 nice sized shrimp cooked simply with butter and garlic. They give you complimentary cookies after dinner which is a nice touch. The prices are okay, but maybe a touch higher than they should be for a suburban average restaurant.
(3)Veronica V.
My absolute favorite place to eat in all of the greater Pittsburgh area. Amazing service, kind owner, lovely atmosphere, and wonderful chefs! It's a very quite place with a mostly older crowd on weekdays until around 7pm when the younger crowd picks up. On weekends, it's a constant mix of all ages. My suggestions: - Eggplant Parmesan - so good and a huge portion. Very good for sharing! I substitute the standard spaghetti pasta with fettuccine Alfredo. - Gorgonzola Apple Walnut salad - amazing, best salad - Beans and Greens - I don't think it's on the menu anymore, though I could be wrong, but it's amazing - Citrus Tea - literally the best drink you will ever have
(5)Mike M.
This restaurant is five stars plus ! If one looks at the ambiance, price point, quality of food and wait staff,they will NEVER leave dissatisfied or hungry. Ask for Ro on Thursday evenings or Jamie on other evenings and enjoy your experience!
(5)Mike And Nita B.
Excellent! Our party of 7 had an excellent meal. All guests enjoyed their appetizer , meal and desert. Service was excellent.
(5)Amanda M.
I once had the biggest, most delish, well prepared plate of scallops here! It's what keeps me coming back. The sausage stuffed pepper is a good one too. At my last visit we had the clam chowder and apple blue cheese salad. It was good but I wanted more! The waitstaff was friendly too. As always, Oakmont is a beautiful place to walk after to work off the calories.
(4)Danielle D.
There is something magical that happens on Friday nights around 9:30 PM if you're sitting at the bar at Hoffstot's. Picture this: you're hanging out with your friends, sipping your second glass of sangria (p.s. stay away from anything with mango vodka in it-- it's disgusting) and out comes the bartender with plates and plates full of pizza and hummus and hotdogs. The bartender sets them down on the bar and you're free to dig into whatever carb you desire...without charge! The friends I was with said that they had breakfast apps last time they visited at the magic hour. This is the only way I'll be visiting Hoffstot's from now on.
(4)Annetta R.
Very nice restaurant with great ambience. For appetizer I had the mushroom and shrimp sautée not only did it look good it had a nice flavor. For my main course I had the NY strip it was cooked perfectly. I will visit this restaurant again. For dessert I went next door to Oakmont Bakery.
(4)Dan T.
Not the best experience here yesterday...1st off my son ordered a draft beer and you could tell the lines/tap hadn't been flushed for awhile because it tasted awful...our waitress took it back and got him another but it was still off...my other son was treated to a flat soda!! Three in our party ordered steak, all three were ordered medium-well and all three were cooked differently!! We cut into them and compared them...one was pretty pink, the other had just a touch of pink and the 3rd was well done! On the plus side I did like some of their crab cake that I tasted, the bread & oil was fantastic and the bruschetta was good. Now the prices...c'mon folks. If you're going to charge $35 for a filet then at least prepare it correctly!! I have no problem paying decent prices for good, well prepared food but this place screams 'fine dining' without the fine food!! My son wanted to go to Ruth Chris again but I didn't listen...shame on me!!
(2)D Y.
Very crowded local's place in Oakmont with an intimate setting if you want to come out for date night -- I recommend making reservations, even during the week night because of this restaurant's popularity with the locals, it fills up quickly during the week AND weekends. The Gorgonzola Apple salad was excellent! The pasta dish with white sauce was excellent! Service was excellent! Nice restaurant! Crowded! What would make it a 10: Tables seem a little too close together with the wait staff and customers coming a little too close at times. Need a little bit more elbow room. It was winter time and alot of people were carrying their big coats. Overall Score: 9 out of 10
(4)David B.
The food here is very traditional, it's like going back in time 40 years. They are good at what they do, although it's not very hip or up with the times. I went for the pork chops, very old school, and it came with 2 sides. My friend had the Pasta Pistachio, which was pretty good.
(3)Sue S.
I love Hoffstot's Café Monaco. Been going there for more than 20 yrs. My favorite is the Blackenzola steak. And I don't mean the petite either. Seafood dinners are just as delicious.
(4)Lindsay B.
Incredibly tasty food, both traditional and contemporary. The portions are huge. We enjoyed several grilled meat salads, consisting of lots of varied toppings, romaine/spring mix lettuces and housemade dressings. We also enjoyed several chicken based dishes. Sauces were abundant and well spiced and salted. Umami was attended to and treated well. The patrons span the spectrum: old and young, couples and families, middle aged groups of friends. Citrus Tea is delightful. Beer prices are very reasonable. Service is great, staff is friendly. Sit in the bar if you're looking to watch TV's or have a more casual ambiance. Tables are too close together but if you can snag a booth you'll enjoy both the food and drinks as well as the ambiance.
(5)Rick F.
Attending a funeral down the street. My dear friend recommended. His father used to come here and order the Scrod sandwich with a pint of black beer. I'm italian and can be very particular when reviewing italian restaurants. This place is solid. Everything was perfect! Stuffed Sweet Peppers appetizer, Seafood Linguini with white sauce, Veal Romano, espresso almond cookies perfect! Ericka was an excellent server very attentive.
(5)Gina D.
This used to be a great place to dine. Why must so many good things come to an end? Four of us were seated at a really small table. Understandable, I guess, but it was so clogged with unrequested tap water glasses, tent cards, and mysterious plates serving no purpose--we couldn't even break etiquette and place our elbows on the table. Let's just get to the entree: Linguine with white clam sauce - with the promise that all pastas are homemade. The dish arrived and at first glance, looked great - a large dish of pasta with five or six small opened clam shells on top of the pasta. I instantly ate THOSE clams - knowing I'd get to enjoy a lot more clams throughout the pasta. OH NO!! I should have conserved those clams on top!! I soon discovered, I'd never see another clam that night. What was left after popping those "garnish clams" into my mouth -- was a sad bowl of store-bought pasta. And because it was so bland (I guess the market ran out of fresh parsley that day), the chef decided to chop up an out-of-season tomato and mix it into the mess. What a letdown. My dessert was a slice of NY cheesecake, with strawberries. Actually, it was one cut up out-of-season strawberry (which cost extra, by the way). The cheesecake was so bland, I almost fell asleep into the dessert. Meanwhile, the most fabulous bakery in the the state of PA sits about 12 feet away from this restaurant. Why they don't purchase desserts from Oakmont Bakery is a mystery. I'd write about my dining partners' meals but we just got home from Hoffstot's and we're all hungry. I need to make some food.
(1)Kostas P.
It was a last minute decision to get dinner there on a Friday night. We had been seeing this place every time we were visiting Oakmont bakery and we always wanted to try it. The place was packed but luckily we found a spot without a reservation. The greeting service was polite and nice and we were seated immediately. The atmosphere of the place was great as well - it had a feeling of a past decade upscale dinner (which I love). The menu has a lot of things to choose from and everything delicious (including the house sauce brought to us with the bread). The fillet mignon and the sides coming with it (choice was mash potatoes and beans) was great and the beef sandwich was good too. We will definetely go back. One thing I wish it was slightly better is the service. While it is very polite and helpful they are a bit slow!
(4)Bennett R.
I liked this place enough to go back. It won't be a place I recommend a lot. It is good, but not The good: - Fried Calamari. Unbelievably good - and a great surprise since I am a seafood snob and didn't expect it to be much good so far from the coast. - Lasagne good. Classic American style - huge, heavy, and delicious. I ate it 3 different times, it's that big. (And I'm a big fella.) The bad: -Pasta Fagioli. Really guys, it was bad. It tasted like someone dumped beans in spaghetti sauce and added water. I actually think they did just that. -Service. It was slow, and she was a little cranky. I got a big eye roll when she asked how the uneaten soup was. It was late, and the place was packed, but I am not super demanding and it doesn't take a lot to make me happy.
(3)Christina A.
I really liked this place. I'd give it a 3.5 on food and 4.5 on bar ambience. We stopped in around 8 on Sunday night. We had the apple and blue cheese salad, fettuccine Alfredo, and pasta with basil cream sauce. We sat at the bar. It's very nice. It was clean, with large tags, not distracting Or gawdy... The bar area was clean and well taken of. The food came out fast and it was all very good. I would return!
(4)Parker S.
Great option in Oakmont. Bar with a restaurant that offers upscale food in a relaxed setting at reasonable prices. I had the mahi mahi. definitely tasted fresh and prepared very well. Everyone at the table enjoyed their food.
(4)Doug R.
we really like going here and have been numerous times? you can always count on very good food, greta selection, I always pick one of the specials. service is top notch. good wine selection. very nice atmosphere.
(4)Roswell Einstein M.
We generally prefer the bar. I saw reviews on service but can only share that Bobby and Renae are always on the ball at the bar. I cant say i ever had a bad meal. Good place to unwind! Ate many other places and there is no way it deserves less than 3 stars.
(4)Green H.
We really enjoyed our meal. Our server was extremely nice-soft spoken and unobtrusive, yet present and helpful with our menu selections, pepper grinding, cheese grating, and minimal wait for drinks, desserts and coffee. When I couldn't decide between two salad dressings, she brought small cups of both with my salad. There were four in our party, and all our meals arrived quickly and were very good. Especially tasty: the lacy cookies that came with the dessert/coffee.
(4)Levent T.
Good place to enjoy a neighborhood atmosphere if you are from out of town. Food was better than average, yet, our server was less than attentive to our needs. Great "hustle" on her part, however, she gave us the impression that she was constantly in the weeds. The place was barely half full so HITP? Price point was a little high for the value, yet, we wouldn't have mined it if our server was friendly and our order was made accurately. Although, I would give it another shot if I were to return to Pittsburgh.
(3)M F.
Oh my. I've only been here twice, and I think that's only because I had forgotten how bad it was the first time! The food was luke warm and just dreadful. The service was slow and not especially well-trained.
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