This restaurant was featured on a Rick Sebek PBS show about pie. The gentleman who makes the pies has been there for 60 years! Had to make the drive. I made a reservation and was glad that I did. The place was packed by 6. I ordered the combo - 4oz marinated steak and stuffed shrimp. I seriously didn't need my knife to cut the steak; tender and flavorful. The stuffed shrimp was tasty. My dining partner had the rainbow trout which I also tasted - probably the best I've ever had. I took a piece of the banana cream and the coconut cream home - goodness they were both wonderful - nice homemade crust and the topping was not overly sweet. YUMMO Please try this gem - I love off the beaten path - mom and pop - homemade food - getting away from the chain restaurants- don't think you'll be disappointed. Nancy was our waitress. She and the staff will take good care of you.
(5)
Bryant G.
I've been to this place about three times now, and it's always been good. The staff are pretty friendly, even telling us the history of the bar and it's past as a hotel. They make a mean burger and their Saturday Prime Rib is pretty darn good given the price. The marinated steak however is more like dried out chuck roast. I won't be getting that again. Overall though, it's a place I will enjoy going to again. It's earned it's atmosphere, and after 87 years, it's earned it's spot as a landmark. P.S. One more thing, we found out that if you want the Prime Rib on Saturdays, you'd better get there early, or call ahead and reserve your cut.
(4)
Darren W.
Recently, I finally got around to trying the hallowed fried shrimp. Neither underbattered or overbattered to donut consistencies, the quintet of butterflied shrimp was cooked to an ideal stage. Also coated in batter were the above par french fries. However, aside from the chipper service, the rest of my pre-concert (Enslaved, Ancient VVisdom, Royal Thunder, and Pallbearer at Mr. Smalls!) dinner at Grant Bar was a downhill ride on a bad road. My side of cole slaw, and the apple pie (with rock-hard ice cream yet) I had for dessert were both almost completely flavorless. The cup of Turtle Soup, something I had been dying to sample for most of my life, tasted like a Campbell's can of tomato-based fraud with microscopic cubes of mystery meat playing the role of the tortoise. For years my father has told me that area bars catch turtles and make soup from them. What I had last night came off as storebought and warmed over. Urban myth? Considering the harmless neoteny of these shelled critters, I am ambivalent. Regardless, consider my experience to be a half-horsed one. P.S. That shrimp was very good, though, easily beating out the faux (?) crabcakes I had during my last visit.
(3)
John M.
Not bad, not great. Nice atmosphere with kind and professional staff. Food? Typical bar food, nothing spectacular at all. Great place for older folks.
(3)
David B.
I'm a huge fan of the Grant Bar. It's wonderfully old school and authentic, visiting there is like stepping back 50 years in time. I highly recommend their pork chops. Their Coconut Cream Pie is a specialty that will be featured in the upcoming national Pie show by the very talented Rick Sebak of WQED. It is light as a feather, flavorful, and everything a great Coconut Cream Pie should be. This place is authentic Pittsburgh, nothing fancy, but reasonably priced and a real slice of restaurant history. The bar part is in the front, but the dining rooms are in the back and the atmosphere is like hunting lodge.
(5)
Chris D.
Great service, great food, great old fashioned bar!!!! Awesome place!!!! Definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area!!!!
(5)
Kelly I.
I have only been here for the pub and have not tried the food. But the atmosphere is great. The bar staff is always nice and attentive. There are okay options for beer. I will certainly be back.
(4)
Jam I.
Tried the fried shrimp (very good), fresh green beans, onion rings are great. Just a bit pricey for the food/atmosphere.
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Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Matt K.
great food, great bar, great staff.
(5)Lori M.
This restaurant was featured on a Rick Sebek PBS show about pie. The gentleman who makes the pies has been there for 60 years! Had to make the drive. I made a reservation and was glad that I did. The place was packed by 6. I ordered the combo - 4oz marinated steak and stuffed shrimp. I seriously didn't need my knife to cut the steak; tender and flavorful. The stuffed shrimp was tasty. My dining partner had the rainbow trout which I also tasted - probably the best I've ever had. I took a piece of the banana cream and the coconut cream home - goodness they were both wonderful - nice homemade crust and the topping was not overly sweet. YUMMO Please try this gem - I love off the beaten path - mom and pop - homemade food - getting away from the chain restaurants- don't think you'll be disappointed. Nancy was our waitress. She and the staff will take good care of you.
(5)Bryant G.
I've been to this place about three times now, and it's always been good. The staff are pretty friendly, even telling us the history of the bar and it's past as a hotel. They make a mean burger and their Saturday Prime Rib is pretty darn good given the price. The marinated steak however is more like dried out chuck roast. I won't be getting that again. Overall though, it's a place I will enjoy going to again. It's earned it's atmosphere, and after 87 years, it's earned it's spot as a landmark. P.S. One more thing, we found out that if you want the Prime Rib on Saturdays, you'd better get there early, or call ahead and reserve your cut.
(4)Darren W.
Recently, I finally got around to trying the hallowed fried shrimp. Neither underbattered or overbattered to donut consistencies, the quintet of butterflied shrimp was cooked to an ideal stage. Also coated in batter were the above par french fries. However, aside from the chipper service, the rest of my pre-concert (Enslaved, Ancient VVisdom, Royal Thunder, and Pallbearer at Mr. Smalls!) dinner at Grant Bar was a downhill ride on a bad road. My side of cole slaw, and the apple pie (with rock-hard ice cream yet) I had for dessert were both almost completely flavorless. The cup of Turtle Soup, something I had been dying to sample for most of my life, tasted like a Campbell's can of tomato-based fraud with microscopic cubes of mystery meat playing the role of the tortoise. For years my father has told me that area bars catch turtles and make soup from them. What I had last night came off as storebought and warmed over. Urban myth? Considering the harmless neoteny of these shelled critters, I am ambivalent. Regardless, consider my experience to be a half-horsed one. P.S. That shrimp was very good, though, easily beating out the faux (?) crabcakes I had during my last visit.
(3)John M.
Not bad, not great. Nice atmosphere with kind and professional staff. Food? Typical bar food, nothing spectacular at all. Great place for older folks.
(3)David B.
I'm a huge fan of the Grant Bar. It's wonderfully old school and authentic, visiting there is like stepping back 50 years in time. I highly recommend their pork chops. Their Coconut Cream Pie is a specialty that will be featured in the upcoming national Pie show by the very talented Rick Sebak of WQED. It is light as a feather, flavorful, and everything a great Coconut Cream Pie should be. This place is authentic Pittsburgh, nothing fancy, but reasonably priced and a real slice of restaurant history. The bar part is in the front, but the dining rooms are in the back and the atmosphere is like hunting lodge.
(5)Chris D.
Great service, great food, great old fashioned bar!!!! Awesome place!!!! Definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area!!!!
(5)Kelly I.
I have only been here for the pub and have not tried the food. But the atmosphere is great. The bar staff is always nice and attentive. There are okay options for beer. I will certainly be back.
(4)Jam I.
Tried the fried shrimp (very good), fresh green beans, onion rings are great. Just a bit pricey for the food/atmosphere.
(4)