Took our office coordinator here for Admin Professional's Day (a day late....oops!) and was pleasantly surprised. Storms is kind of off the beaten path. You don't exactly see it at first as it sits between a law office and a parking lot and the door is to the right instead of straight off the street. Open the door, walk down a flight of stairs, and you're in a basement restaurant! I imagine back in the days where number writers ruled the streets this was probably a cool place to slip into. My meal of choice on this visit was the chicken piccata. It came with a side of veggies or pasta (I had the squash) and soup or a salad (I chose the salad). The side salad was nice and the squash was well, squash. I can't get too excited over squash. I'm pretty satisfied with my choice of chicken piccata. Honestly, it was cooked to perfection with a delicious wine sauce and sprinkled with capers. A lot of food for lunch, but worth it. I shared a piece of "Death By Chocolate" cake with my colleague and we both enjoyed it immensely. I'm now in a food coma, but a happy one.
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Christina D.
Me and my husband used the Groupon deal for Storm's. The deal couldn't get any better, $21 with a $7 discount for an appetizer, two entrees, and a dessert. The food was divine! We started off with the delicious brushetta and zucchini appetizer. I ordered the Penne Scalo, which was a penne pasta with a spicy creamy tomato sauce and tender pieces of sausage with sauteed mushrooms. The sauce was so good I was tempted to even save the rest in a to-go box. My husband ordered the chicken picatta, which was just as good with vegetables. Our meals came with a side so I decided on a salad and my husband choose the beef barley soup. Plus, our waitress gave us some french bread and an oil to dip the bread in with our meal. By the time we finished our meal, we were stuffed to the brim and had to take our tiramisu in a to-go box. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who craves a place with superb Italian-American crusine.
(5)
Ali C.
I ate at this restaurant yesterday. It was delcious. It is right next to the bruggers bagel in the law and finance building. The food was amazing! We had the zuchinni app and each of us order the shrimp scampi it was amazing!! All of their sauces and salad dressings are homeade! Their bread was delcious! The service was outsranding! Our waitress was on her game. I highly recommend!
(5)
Stephanie J.
The food was mediocre. Actually, it tasted like a really good Italian Lean Cuisine. But what I'm really interested in discussing is my waitress/bartender. She scared me. I mean...she caused me such unreasonable apprehension I lost my appetite. I don't believe in discrimination, but if you're gonna hire former heavy weight wrestlers as servers, the food should be amazing. And it wasn't. It was....Ok. Also, I felt like I was dining in the bottom floor of the Titanic. The restaurant is a dimly lit, cheesy cruise ship type feel, with no windows. We didn't sink though.
(3)
Alicia S.
I don't think we ever would have tried this place (or knew it existed) if not for a friend buying us a groupon to try a three course dinner for two. The location of this restaurant is in the basement of a law office that only stays open until 7pm. So if you are hoping to get dinner, you need to be in the building by 6:45pm. The decor and overall feel of the restaurant is very dated but clean. It was only my husband and I and one other small group in the whole restaurant. This seems like such a waste with their nice size bar. I'm guessing they see most of their business during the lunch hours. Our dinner ended up being delicious. The appetizers were the stars of the show. The fried zucchini was perfect; lightly breaded and cut extremely thin. The bruschetta was also delicious but not what I normally consider as bruschetta. My husband had one of the three specials for his entree and I tried the English spots. I like that the chef includes the specials as an option when using the groupon. We only saw one employee the whole evening and she was great! Extremely personable.
(4)
Arlene M.
This was my first lunch visit with a girlfriend. I checked Groupon and noticed that the online deal is for dinner only and is for an Italian meal. Upon entry into an office building you turn right and then head down a long staircase to get to the restaurant. Reservations are a must and when I arrived I could see why. The place was packed! Fortunately we did have a reservation and we seated across the bar in a booth. I would say the dress code is business casual since I saw some professionals along with others without suits. We were given prompt and courteous service. I learned that the spots were the popular menu choice so I opted for that along with the soup of the day which was wedding and a zucchini tomato blend as a vegetable. My girlfriend had the eggplant Parmesan covered with shrimp and chicken. The soup was good and the spots were covered with crabcake-the real deal! The meal wasn't too filling and they served bread on the side. They made sure our drinks were always filled and cleared away our finished plates promptly. They specialize in Italian food but they have other items such as the spots I really enjoyed. They do have a bar but no Wi Fi. Reception is not the greatest but no big deal when you are dining with friends. I truly enjoyed my luncheon and will return again.
(4)
Gary G.
I would compared this place to a local Olive Garden or Chilli's with a little more personal flare. Pro Food was very good nice size portions. Close to parking garage Plenty of food with the groupon deal Presentation of food was great Centrally located Cons Wait staff doubled as bartender for the packed bar so they were not as attentive as possible. The area did not feel the most cleanest. Don't get me wrong it was not filthy but it looked as if had be a long hectic day and the place need a little TLC. Over all I would return for another visit.
(4)
Jess R.
Loved this place! Service was great and the food was excellent! The people complaining about time in between courses obviously haven't been to Italy or an actual Italian resturant! This place was fantastic!
(5)
David S.
Stumbling in from the cold night Alison and I were kind of confused when we first stepped into the Lobby of what couldn't look less like a restaurant. But a door to the Right leads you down the stairs and before you know it the left side opens up to a dark wooden bar facing across to what is an otherwise bland looking restauraunt. We were seated in a booth and quickly brought menus. The beer menu was not impressive so I went with a Gin and Tonic which was delicious. Alison went with a glass of house wine I don't like wine or know anything about it but it was white and she seemed happy with it. We got the Fried Zuchinni and Bruschetta as our appetizers. The Zuchinni was the best I have ever had, lightly breaded and crisp. You could tell the ingredients were fresh. The bruschetta was also quite delicious but it was definitely overshadowed by the Zuchinni. As soon as the plates were empty they were removed and my broccoli cheddar soup had arrived. The soup was okay, fresh but a little too thin I like my soup creamy. Again the service was impeccable as my Chicken Marsala arrived within 15 minutes of sitting down. The pasta side dish was very good but the chicken was just okay. The sauce was on the sparse end and the chicken a little dry. We finished the meal off with Tiramasu and my inner foodie was satisfied. We had the groupon so our meal cost $28+drinks and tip. Leaving with a bill under $50 made paying for downtown parking a little less painful. I will definitely return to this hidden gem and next time sit at the bar. Look for that groupon it's a semi-regular feature.
(4)
Chelsea S.
A dear co-worker of mine was retiring at the tender age of 96 after 75 years of employment here. We had the retirement party down at Storms. Another employee who organized the party gave us options to fill out... soup or salad, 3 entrees to choose from and then cake. For the appetizer, I had the wedding soup. For my entree I had the chicken picatta and sauteed veggies. For dessert, everyone had the chocolate mousse cake. Also, at the beginning of the meal, fried zucchini was brought out as an appetizer. The main reason for my 5 star review is for the staff. There were 4 servers working on our party. Drinks were never empty, plates were cleared asap and they were always available if we needed something. Everyone enjoyed their time and meal.
(5)
Maria M.
This place is a hidden gem! Great lunch spot. Great service. I have had everything from grilled cheese, to spots, to chicken Romano and it had all been delish! The only negative thing I can say is that for some reason it always takes a really long time to get your check and get cashed out.
(4)
Peter K.
Good italian food. $14 sounded expensive for pasta at first but when i tried them they are not like one of those from olive garden. Had lots of flavor. Service was great too. The place was not too busy and it was nice atmosphere to relax w my GF. Will come back.
(4)
Tony D.
Came here for a nice fancy dinner, of course with the Groupon like many others have. We had some weird issues with reservations--it's the holiday season so it's expectedly busy, but when we tried to call in to make a reservation they were somewhat rude and just hung up the phone and asked. Well then, we just decided to go when they opened for dinner and hope for the best. Unbeknownst to us, they do have a bar area which was partially open, and they also had a small booth which they gave to us without any hassle, which luckily made the trek worth it. At the restaurant itself, service was generally nice and friendly and didn't show any trace of the rudeness over the phone, so things were fine with that. We went with the zucchini and bruchetta appetizer, which as others have noted was so crispy and savory. Think zucchini tempura but not in a cheese-coated and not so batter-y way. For the entrees, we tried each of the two veal dishes, one picatta and one scallopini. The meat was tender and delicious, and the sauce for both paired nicely. The accompanying vegetables (mushrooms for one, peppers and onions for the other) were great as well. Portion size felt a bit smaller than other restaurants of this caliber, but that was just as well since I was more than full at the end. For dessert, they sadly didn't have the tiramisu, but the chocolate mousse that they offered instead was a suitable substitute. Overall a perfect meal at a nice restaurant!
(5)
Vi L.
I got a great deal on Groupon so decided to give this place a try. Without the deal, I don't think this would've been something that's within my budget. The restaurant is located in Downtown Pittsburgh, but in the basement of some law building. It was kind of difficult to find and out of the way. I went on a Friday night for dinner and business was not looking too vibrant. There were a few customers at the bar area and a few tables taken. Not sure why they need us to make a reservation if business was so slow. The atmosphere was simple, but yet clean and warm. Service was on point and the food came out super fast. For appetizer, I had the zucchini and bruschetta duo with a side of marinara sauce. The zucchini was thinly sliced and lightly rolled in flour. It was not as crisp as I expected, but I like the texture. The bruschetta had large chunks of tomatoes and a layer of melted cheese. However, there was way too much vinegar on the tomatoes. The marinara sauce was a total sodium-filled nightmare. Storms need to watch how much salt they add into the marinara sauce! For the main course, I tried the veal scaloppini. They must have pounded the crap out of the veal because it was so tender that it almost tasted like chicken. The sauce was light with a hint of red peppers and onions. The main course would have been great, but that side of pasta with marinara sauce really killed it. Again, the marinara sauce was a nightmare. The meal ended with a giant piece of tiramisu--so rich, fluffy and satisfying. You can't go wrong with tiramisu. Overall, I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere at Storms, but I don't think the food was superb enough for me to come back here again and pay full price. The food at Storms is light and simple, so for those with more modest taste buds, this might be the place. I expect an explosion of flavors and fireworks in my food, so I don't think Storms is a match for me. I did have a wonderful dining experience here and I thank you for that.
(3)
Britney C.
I was just here today on a whim...felt like eating down town so I chose this spot again...of course I had a groupon so me and my hubby went..this experience was much better than the last.. The atmosphere was a lot better, quieter, the folks at the bar weren't as loud as they were before so that was nice..this time I ordered the eggplant diavlo which comes in a red sauce with spicy hot sausage sliced and with peppers and onions..it was supposed to be eggplant part but I spiced it up a bit. My dish was such a large portion. So of course I couldn't finish it all but the eggplant was crispy and not over saturated plus the extra toppings made it more of a hearty meal than just veggies and sauce. My hubby ordered the veal scallopini as seen in the picture...the sauce was very good, had a classic Marsala flavor too it...the veal was very tender just like chicken and it was moist...I enjoyed my dish a little better only because of how hearty it was..the veal should have had a little more veggies to go along with the sauce. This time for dessert I ordered tiramisu instead if cheesecake which was great!! They have a layer of lady fingers topped with nearly 2 inches if thick whip cream and chocolate drizzle. It was so soft and creamy , not too sweet and so delicious...we loved it sooo much that my hubby tried To convince me I didn't like it so that I woul stop eating...too bad the groupon was only for one dessert otherwise i would have ordered another. The food prep definitely changed my mind and the service was good as well..our waiter was very kind not to mention he also prepared our drinks..I had a White Russian and he had a Cosmo...hey some men like sweet drinks so don't judge. Definitely check this place out if u get a chance...it's a warm environment that's pretty peaceful with good quality food and service..
(4)
Kathryn Z.
An awesome lunch spot with generous portions. The chicken parmigiana is amazing! If you are looking for a hearty lunch meal, definitely try this spot.
(5)
Joe E.
I only get the chicken parm because why fix something if it isn't broke? This meal never disappoints me. Even 45 minutes after picking it up, the chicken was still crispy and the cheeses and sauces mixed perfectly. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who finds themselves downtown. It is fancy but not pretentious, the portions are generous, and the food is straight up delicious.
(5)
Robert U.
I see there are quite a few good reviews of this place, but my experience was quite the opposite. DO NOT get the Groupon/Livingsocial/amazon local deal to go here. They will not honor it as it is written and as you have paid for, but will make up the terms when you get there. Our deal CLEARLY stated an appetizer, entree, and dessert for EACH PERSON, and we instead were forced to share both app and dessert, and were only allowed to order off of a limited menu. The night we went even the limited menu they were out of 1/3 of the items on it. My wife and I also felt that we were being rushed through our meal and out the door when we were done, probably because we were only there with the deal and not a "full customer".
(1)
Sarah K.
I'm still thinking about my meal from more than a week ago. My sister has been going here regularly for years and I had the treat of trying it out recently. The bar tender/server that works there is so sweet and at the bar they have house-made kettle chips that are to die for. I almost dumped a basket into my purse and with each beer, let me tell you, it was hard to keep my self control! The food is mainly Italian and amazing. We shared a bunch of apps including the fried zucchini which is ribbon thin and mouth watering and stuffed banana peppers. But best of all I got the chicken romano ... OH MY GORSH! I got three thinly cut chicken breasts that were breaded and sitting in a pool of the ... most ... amazing cheesy creamy sauce I have ever put in my mouthballs. I am still regretting not drinking the remainder of the sauce that was left after I finished the chicken.( Would go nicely with the chips in my purse, no?) Someone else ordered the herb encrusted steak and it was one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. Definitely, definitely try this place.
(5)
Jen L.
Did the Groupon thing with no problems. Had an early dinner on a Friday night... the place was eerily quiet. It's in a basement. My husband kept suggesting that it used to be a morgue (too much Ghost Adventures, clearly). The decor is straight out of a nursing home (seriously, it is pretty creepy - pink cushions and fake mirrors? ick). Luckily we were there for the food, which we definitely enjoyed. The zucchini strips were a bit too thin, and I thought there would be some shellfish options with the Groupon deal, but oh well. What we got was good. The tiramisu was homemade and delicious. The pasta sauces were good (maybe a little salty). I don't know if we'll be back, but it was an overall enjoyable meal (excluding the potential ghosts, heinous decor, and total deadness on a Friday).
(4)
Jason F.
I ate here last night with my fiance for dinner. Having never been to the restaurant before I found it to be in an odd location in the basement of the Pittsburgh Finance building. We arrived at around 6 and were greeted by extreme quiet as we made our way to the hostess station. Within a minute the hostess was there and greeted us asking if we had a Groupon or Living Social deal which we did not. She then took us around to our seats where there was some more noise and people. Since Storms is in the basement of the building, the lighting wasn't that great but the white table cloths and plants made it feel more inviting. Don't expect to get any good cell phone service either which can be both a good and a bad thing depending on how you are looking at it. For dinner I decided to have the Chicken Piccata with a side of pasta and a salad with balsamic vinaigrette while my fiance went with the Scoglio (Sauteed shrimp, sea scallops and chopped clams) and a cup of wedding soup. The soup and salad came out quickly along with some bread and butter. My salad was decent enough with the dressing being good but I really enjoyed the bread. It was rustic, hearty and dense which was perfect for dipping into the leftover sauce from dinner. As we were finishing our starters, the waitress came over to my fiance and informed her that she was just told by the cooks that they were out of scallops. She was exasperated by the fact that they hadn't told her until after she had put in the order but reassured my fiance that she would get extra shrimp in her meal instead of the scallops. After only a short wait our food was delivered. My chicken piccata was solid with a nice semi tart lemon sauce with capers and mushrooms. The pasta (penne) that I received was ok as well but it was nothing special. Even though I did not ask my fiance if she enjoyed her meal I could tell that she did as she ate all of the pasta sauce, even after the pasta was gone. Since I finished before my fiance the server cleaned off my plate and then things at the table behind us got a little weird. From what I gathered the lady had an expired groupon and ordered two meals expecting to be able to use the full value of the groupon. Whenever she was not able to, she stood up and went to the front. Our server went there to help her and then I am not really sure what happened. The reason that I am mentioning this is that we proceeded to wait about 20 minutes before our server showed up again which was frustrating as we were long done with our meals by then. She did apologize and while I do not put the whole blame on the server, I do think that she could have managed it and us in a more timely fashion and wish that she would have. The bottom line for me is that I would probably stop back here again in the future. While there was nothing spectacular about the food, it was solid Italian food and on its own would have garnered 3 stars. The issue with waiting for quite a long time after we were finished bumped down the overall rating for me as it was an experience I hope to not have repeated again.
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Rachel B.
I also did the Groupon thing one Friday night, and did not have any problems. As others have stated, the decor is something to be desire, but I feel the service and food make up for it. Our waitress was great. Attentive and had a good knowledge of the menu. On her suggestion we tried the stuffed banana peppers and was not disappointed. Both of our meals were delicious. Definitely no complaints about the food. I will definitely be back here. I think this is a little gem that is judged too harshly for decor.
(4)
Linda W.
There are restaurants that haven't changed in twenty or thirty years that make you happy they haven't changed a whit....take you back to warm fuzzy memories and a happy tummy. Sadly, Storms is not one of those. Dingy, dark, freezing cold interior, in the cellar of a drab gray downtown building, maybe that was the inspiration for the name of Storms.... a storm cellar? Despite the name change, this is still the old Scoglio's with a new name in the same old place...emphasis on old. Not a lightbulb, not an artificial flower on the table, not a piece of flatware, not a fresh coat of paint or mirrored wall has changed since the seventies. Depressing, folks. Now the food. On the positive side, fellow diners enjoyed the fried zucchini starter. And that is where we probably should have stopped, at the start. Salads were small plates of a few slightly limp spring greens mixed with a lot of iceberg lettuce, a few shreds of carrot, two thin purple onions rings, half a wrinkled grape tomato and five (yes, I counted them) garbanzo beans. My lemon chicken with peppers consisted of two tiny, thin pan sauteed chicken breasts topped with what I actually believe were warmed, jarred, pickled banana peppers in a pile on top of the chicken with a lemon cream sauce over all. Not completely objectionable, but not something I would order again. Ever. It came with a side of oily, dilled, bitter zucchini. The other dishes at the table were received similarly and nothing but the fried zucchini appetizer drew comments above mediocre. I guess it is true, you can't go back again. The only reason I would go back would be if I were walking by and actually needed a storm cellar. Then, and only then, would Storms be my port in a storm.
(2)
Kelly T.
To be honest, the more I come here, the more I love it. And the more I love that it doesn't look like much. For $12 you get a salad, side of veggies and your entree. The chicken varieties (with banana peppers, piccata, marsala) are all uniformally excellent. +1 star from last review.
(4)
M Z.
4.5 starts for the food, price, and service. Although my Livingsocial Coupon expired months ago, they still kindly offered the original deal to me: $28 for 2 people including appetizer, entrees, and a dessert! This place is definitely a hidden gem. Located in a basement a few blocks away from all the Downtown crowd, Storms is the kind of place one can never find out without Yelp. But once I found it, I feel I'll have to come back again. Just be aware that they close very early (Mon-Fri 7pm).
(4)
Nikki T.
There are very few things that need to be analyzed when dining out, first - the service. Our waitress (Kat) was awesome. She is funny, personable and honest about the food. When a server helps you make selections based on their knowledge of their menu it helps enhance your experience. She was fantastic. Second - the food. While not mind blowing, it is great, hearty Italian fare. The wedding soup, fried zucchini and piccata were all well prepared and portioned. I was very pleased with my meal. Lastly - the environment. Granted the location is not prime (the basement feel is very noticeable) it's not something that would keep me from going back. Overall, great service, good food, good pricing - happy customer. :)
(4)
Danielle D.
This place is hidden in the basement of a large building. The atmosphere isn't much to write about- basement-chic, dark, bar-ish. The service also isn't particularly great. Hostess was not particularly friendly when I walked in and gave my name and told her I had a reservation. The waiter was polite but had his head in the clouds. He said the bread basket in front of my dining companion and put her salad in the middle where the bread should be. He screwed up our checks, mixing our orders. When he returned with our credit slips and credit cards, he gave hers to me and mine to her. The food is surprisingly good. The wedding soup was some of the best that I can remember ever having. The flavor was just fabulous - I can't even explain it. I had the spots. There were three pieces of fish, making for a fairly sized portion. It had a lemon beurre blanc sauce, which was really tasty. Unfortunately there was barely a drizzle of it. The vegetable of the day was a zucchini/squash medley. Cooked very nicely- not mushy, but not overly hard. Unfortunately I thought they were very under seasoned and bland. They were delicious, however, whenever I used them to scrape the dish to get the beurre blanc sauce. My prior experience with Storms was a work holiday party. From that, I recall the food being good but the atmosphere prison-like. I will return for the food, particularly if meeting someone that works up in that part of town.
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Jim L.
I'd dare say this is one of the better kept secrets in downtown Pittsburgh. As someone who's visited for lunch on several occasions, I find the prices reasonable, the staff attentive and friendly, and the food terrific! I highly suggest the Chicken Romano. You can get a decent portion with salad, veggies/pasta, and delicious bread for about $10. The atmosphere is a little dark, but it takes me back to the little neighborhood haunt that emphasizes quality over ambience. That's a tradeoff I have no problem making.
(4)
Geoff K.
This place is phenomenal, highly recommend the banana peppers for appetizer and the daily specials are always a must!
(5)
Priscilla O.
My friend and I ate here this week. I am in no way being dramatic but that is the WORST food that I have ever had at a restaurant. In reading previous reviews, I'm not sure if we just happened to come in on a bad night but that is no excuse. We were started with stuffed bell peppers that were certainly not freshly made...more like they were made at least a day prior and sprinkled with cayenne pepper to cover the tangy taste of a day old meal. Our waitress just plopped our appetizer and our bread on the table without saying a word as she proceeded to run frantically from table to table. Then we ordered our main courses, chicken parmesan and eggplant parmesan. Both dishes looked and tasted as if they had been quickly microwaved. The mozzarella cheese was one thick, stiff layer of cheese on very thin cuts of chicken and eggplant. The pasta accompanying the entrees tasted like they used a bottle of Ragu marinara sauce. And the dessert was definitely not genuine Italian tiramisu. That was definitely mass produced/store bought Sarah Lee tiramisu. On top of their horrendously poor attempt at Italian cuisine, the house wine, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi was grossly overpriced. A bottle of that wine normally costs about $6-9....one glass here was $7.00. The place was drabby and dimly lit. The previous reviews referring to it as a "storm cellar" or comparing the "experience" to that of dining on the bottom floor of the Titanic were dead on. It was claustrophobic and even more so with all 3 servers literally running from table to table and back and forth to and from the kitchen. These people desperately need help from Chef Robert Irvine from Restaurant Impossible. I think I might make the call myself on their behalf. This was a huge disappoint. I now know never to eat at a restaurant with 5 reviews or less, especially when more than half of those reviews are probably written by the owner and employees or by friends of the owners. If those were genuine reviews (which I find extremely difficult to believe), the writers clearly have never had real freshly made italian cuisine or are lacking in taste.....buds.
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Joe B.
Storms is an interesting Pittsburgh restaurant experience. We went with a party of 5 & used a Groupon. We had never been before & didn't know what to expect, based on some of the prior reviews. Yes, it is a basement restaurant (no windows, so no view). We had Happy Hour martinis (apple & strawberry), delish! Ordered both appetizer choices, 2 on each plate (both tasty). Virginia Spots were very good (I think similar quality to what I've had @ the Duquesne Club.) Veal dishes (Picatta & Scaloppini) were both enjoyed. Tiramisu was fine, not the best we've ever had, but far from the worst! Salad was ok, could use an upgrade in variety of greens. Wedding soup was delicious. All in all we were very pleased, left a message of approval for Mr Storms, who apparently supervises the kitchen. Yes the decor is dated, yes it is in a basement BUT, yes our experience was good, yes our service was good (thank you Brittany) & yes our meal was delicious! So, if you go, don't expect a Big Burrito style of cuisine but do hope for tasty food with reasonable prices.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Garage, Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Mara K.
Took our office coordinator here for Admin Professional's Day (a day late....oops!) and was pleasantly surprised. Storms is kind of off the beaten path. You don't exactly see it at first as it sits between a law office and a parking lot and the door is to the right instead of straight off the street. Open the door, walk down a flight of stairs, and you're in a basement restaurant! I imagine back in the days where number writers ruled the streets this was probably a cool place to slip into. My meal of choice on this visit was the chicken piccata. It came with a side of veggies or pasta (I had the squash) and soup or a salad (I chose the salad). The side salad was nice and the squash was well, squash. I can't get too excited over squash. I'm pretty satisfied with my choice of chicken piccata. Honestly, it was cooked to perfection with a delicious wine sauce and sprinkled with capers. A lot of food for lunch, but worth it. I shared a piece of "Death By Chocolate" cake with my colleague and we both enjoyed it immensely. I'm now in a food coma, but a happy one.
(4)Christina D.
Me and my husband used the Groupon deal for Storm's. The deal couldn't get any better, $21 with a $7 discount for an appetizer, two entrees, and a dessert. The food was divine! We started off with the delicious brushetta and zucchini appetizer. I ordered the Penne Scalo, which was a penne pasta with a spicy creamy tomato sauce and tender pieces of sausage with sauteed mushrooms. The sauce was so good I was tempted to even save the rest in a to-go box. My husband ordered the chicken picatta, which was just as good with vegetables. Our meals came with a side so I decided on a salad and my husband choose the beef barley soup. Plus, our waitress gave us some french bread and an oil to dip the bread in with our meal. By the time we finished our meal, we were stuffed to the brim and had to take our tiramisu in a to-go box. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who craves a place with superb Italian-American crusine.
(5)Ali C.
I ate at this restaurant yesterday. It was delcious. It is right next to the bruggers bagel in the law and finance building. The food was amazing! We had the zuchinni app and each of us order the shrimp scampi it was amazing!! All of their sauces and salad dressings are homeade! Their bread was delcious! The service was outsranding! Our waitress was on her game. I highly recommend!
(5)Stephanie J.
The food was mediocre. Actually, it tasted like a really good Italian Lean Cuisine. But what I'm really interested in discussing is my waitress/bartender. She scared me. I mean...she caused me such unreasonable apprehension I lost my appetite. I don't believe in discrimination, but if you're gonna hire former heavy weight wrestlers as servers, the food should be amazing. And it wasn't. It was....Ok. Also, I felt like I was dining in the bottom floor of the Titanic. The restaurant is a dimly lit, cheesy cruise ship type feel, with no windows. We didn't sink though.
(3)Alicia S.
I don't think we ever would have tried this place (or knew it existed) if not for a friend buying us a groupon to try a three course dinner for two. The location of this restaurant is in the basement of a law office that only stays open until 7pm. So if you are hoping to get dinner, you need to be in the building by 6:45pm. The decor and overall feel of the restaurant is very dated but clean. It was only my husband and I and one other small group in the whole restaurant. This seems like such a waste with their nice size bar. I'm guessing they see most of their business during the lunch hours. Our dinner ended up being delicious. The appetizers were the stars of the show. The fried zucchini was perfect; lightly breaded and cut extremely thin. The bruschetta was also delicious but not what I normally consider as bruschetta. My husband had one of the three specials for his entree and I tried the English spots. I like that the chef includes the specials as an option when using the groupon. We only saw one employee the whole evening and she was great! Extremely personable.
(4)Arlene M.
This was my first lunch visit with a girlfriend. I checked Groupon and noticed that the online deal is for dinner only and is for an Italian meal. Upon entry into an office building you turn right and then head down a long staircase to get to the restaurant. Reservations are a must and when I arrived I could see why. The place was packed! Fortunately we did have a reservation and we seated across the bar in a booth. I would say the dress code is business casual since I saw some professionals along with others without suits. We were given prompt and courteous service. I learned that the spots were the popular menu choice so I opted for that along with the soup of the day which was wedding and a zucchini tomato blend as a vegetable. My girlfriend had the eggplant Parmesan covered with shrimp and chicken. The soup was good and the spots were covered with crabcake-the real deal! The meal wasn't too filling and they served bread on the side. They made sure our drinks were always filled and cleared away our finished plates promptly. They specialize in Italian food but they have other items such as the spots I really enjoyed. They do have a bar but no Wi Fi. Reception is not the greatest but no big deal when you are dining with friends. I truly enjoyed my luncheon and will return again.
(4)Gary G.
I would compared this place to a local Olive Garden or Chilli's with a little more personal flare. Pro Food was very good nice size portions. Close to parking garage Plenty of food with the groupon deal Presentation of food was great Centrally located Cons Wait staff doubled as bartender for the packed bar so they were not as attentive as possible. The area did not feel the most cleanest. Don't get me wrong it was not filthy but it looked as if had be a long hectic day and the place need a little TLC. Over all I would return for another visit.
(4)Jess R.
Loved this place! Service was great and the food was excellent! The people complaining about time in between courses obviously haven't been to Italy or an actual Italian resturant! This place was fantastic!
(5)David S.
Stumbling in from the cold night Alison and I were kind of confused when we first stepped into the Lobby of what couldn't look less like a restaurant. But a door to the Right leads you down the stairs and before you know it the left side opens up to a dark wooden bar facing across to what is an otherwise bland looking restauraunt. We were seated in a booth and quickly brought menus. The beer menu was not impressive so I went with a Gin and Tonic which was delicious. Alison went with a glass of house wine I don't like wine or know anything about it but it was white and she seemed happy with it. We got the Fried Zuchinni and Bruschetta as our appetizers. The Zuchinni was the best I have ever had, lightly breaded and crisp. You could tell the ingredients were fresh. The bruschetta was also quite delicious but it was definitely overshadowed by the Zuchinni. As soon as the plates were empty they were removed and my broccoli cheddar soup had arrived. The soup was okay, fresh but a little too thin I like my soup creamy. Again the service was impeccable as my Chicken Marsala arrived within 15 minutes of sitting down. The pasta side dish was very good but the chicken was just okay. The sauce was on the sparse end and the chicken a little dry. We finished the meal off with Tiramasu and my inner foodie was satisfied. We had the groupon so our meal cost $28+drinks and tip. Leaving with a bill under $50 made paying for downtown parking a little less painful. I will definitely return to this hidden gem and next time sit at the bar. Look for that groupon it's a semi-regular feature.
(4)Chelsea S.
A dear co-worker of mine was retiring at the tender age of 96 after 75 years of employment here. We had the retirement party down at Storms. Another employee who organized the party gave us options to fill out... soup or salad, 3 entrees to choose from and then cake. For the appetizer, I had the wedding soup. For my entree I had the chicken picatta and sauteed veggies. For dessert, everyone had the chocolate mousse cake. Also, at the beginning of the meal, fried zucchini was brought out as an appetizer. The main reason for my 5 star review is for the staff. There were 4 servers working on our party. Drinks were never empty, plates were cleared asap and they were always available if we needed something. Everyone enjoyed their time and meal.
(5)Maria M.
This place is a hidden gem! Great lunch spot. Great service. I have had everything from grilled cheese, to spots, to chicken Romano and it had all been delish! The only negative thing I can say is that for some reason it always takes a really long time to get your check and get cashed out.
(4)Peter K.
Good italian food. $14 sounded expensive for pasta at first but when i tried them they are not like one of those from olive garden. Had lots of flavor. Service was great too. The place was not too busy and it was nice atmosphere to relax w my GF. Will come back.
(4)Tony D.
Came here for a nice fancy dinner, of course with the Groupon like many others have. We had some weird issues with reservations--it's the holiday season so it's expectedly busy, but when we tried to call in to make a reservation they were somewhat rude and just hung up the phone and asked. Well then, we just decided to go when they opened for dinner and hope for the best. Unbeknownst to us, they do have a bar area which was partially open, and they also had a small booth which they gave to us without any hassle, which luckily made the trek worth it. At the restaurant itself, service was generally nice and friendly and didn't show any trace of the rudeness over the phone, so things were fine with that. We went with the zucchini and bruchetta appetizer, which as others have noted was so crispy and savory. Think zucchini tempura but not in a cheese-coated and not so batter-y way. For the entrees, we tried each of the two veal dishes, one picatta and one scallopini. The meat was tender and delicious, and the sauce for both paired nicely. The accompanying vegetables (mushrooms for one, peppers and onions for the other) were great as well. Portion size felt a bit smaller than other restaurants of this caliber, but that was just as well since I was more than full at the end. For dessert, they sadly didn't have the tiramisu, but the chocolate mousse that they offered instead was a suitable substitute. Overall a perfect meal at a nice restaurant!
(5)Vi L.
I got a great deal on Groupon so decided to give this place a try. Without the deal, I don't think this would've been something that's within my budget. The restaurant is located in Downtown Pittsburgh, but in the basement of some law building. It was kind of difficult to find and out of the way. I went on a Friday night for dinner and business was not looking too vibrant. There were a few customers at the bar area and a few tables taken. Not sure why they need us to make a reservation if business was so slow. The atmosphere was simple, but yet clean and warm. Service was on point and the food came out super fast. For appetizer, I had the zucchini and bruschetta duo with a side of marinara sauce. The zucchini was thinly sliced and lightly rolled in flour. It was not as crisp as I expected, but I like the texture. The bruschetta had large chunks of tomatoes and a layer of melted cheese. However, there was way too much vinegar on the tomatoes. The marinara sauce was a total sodium-filled nightmare. Storms need to watch how much salt they add into the marinara sauce! For the main course, I tried the veal scaloppini. They must have pounded the crap out of the veal because it was so tender that it almost tasted like chicken. The sauce was light with a hint of red peppers and onions. The main course would have been great, but that side of pasta with marinara sauce really killed it. Again, the marinara sauce was a nightmare. The meal ended with a giant piece of tiramisu--so rich, fluffy and satisfying. You can't go wrong with tiramisu. Overall, I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere at Storms, but I don't think the food was superb enough for me to come back here again and pay full price. The food at Storms is light and simple, so for those with more modest taste buds, this might be the place. I expect an explosion of flavors and fireworks in my food, so I don't think Storms is a match for me. I did have a wonderful dining experience here and I thank you for that.
(3)Britney C.
I was just here today on a whim...felt like eating down town so I chose this spot again...of course I had a groupon so me and my hubby went..this experience was much better than the last.. The atmosphere was a lot better, quieter, the folks at the bar weren't as loud as they were before so that was nice..this time I ordered the eggplant diavlo which comes in a red sauce with spicy hot sausage sliced and with peppers and onions..it was supposed to be eggplant part but I spiced it up a bit. My dish was such a large portion. So of course I couldn't finish it all but the eggplant was crispy and not over saturated plus the extra toppings made it more of a hearty meal than just veggies and sauce. My hubby ordered the veal scallopini as seen in the picture...the sauce was very good, had a classic Marsala flavor too it...the veal was very tender just like chicken and it was moist...I enjoyed my dish a little better only because of how hearty it was..the veal should have had a little more veggies to go along with the sauce. This time for dessert I ordered tiramisu instead if cheesecake which was great!! They have a layer of lady fingers topped with nearly 2 inches if thick whip cream and chocolate drizzle. It was so soft and creamy , not too sweet and so delicious...we loved it sooo much that my hubby tried To convince me I didn't like it so that I woul stop eating...too bad the groupon was only for one dessert otherwise i would have ordered another. The food prep definitely changed my mind and the service was good as well..our waiter was very kind not to mention he also prepared our drinks..I had a White Russian and he had a Cosmo...hey some men like sweet drinks so don't judge. Definitely check this place out if u get a chance...it's a warm environment that's pretty peaceful with good quality food and service..
(4)Kathryn Z.
An awesome lunch spot with generous portions. The chicken parmigiana is amazing! If you are looking for a hearty lunch meal, definitely try this spot.
(5)Joe E.
I only get the chicken parm because why fix something if it isn't broke? This meal never disappoints me. Even 45 minutes after picking it up, the chicken was still crispy and the cheeses and sauces mixed perfectly. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who finds themselves downtown. It is fancy but not pretentious, the portions are generous, and the food is straight up delicious.
(5)Robert U.
I see there are quite a few good reviews of this place, but my experience was quite the opposite. DO NOT get the Groupon/Livingsocial/amazon local deal to go here. They will not honor it as it is written and as you have paid for, but will make up the terms when you get there. Our deal CLEARLY stated an appetizer, entree, and dessert for EACH PERSON, and we instead were forced to share both app and dessert, and were only allowed to order off of a limited menu. The night we went even the limited menu they were out of 1/3 of the items on it. My wife and I also felt that we were being rushed through our meal and out the door when we were done, probably because we were only there with the deal and not a "full customer".
(1)Sarah K.
I'm still thinking about my meal from more than a week ago. My sister has been going here regularly for years and I had the treat of trying it out recently. The bar tender/server that works there is so sweet and at the bar they have house-made kettle chips that are to die for. I almost dumped a basket into my purse and with each beer, let me tell you, it was hard to keep my self control! The food is mainly Italian and amazing. We shared a bunch of apps including the fried zucchini which is ribbon thin and mouth watering and stuffed banana peppers. But best of all I got the chicken romano ... OH MY GORSH! I got three thinly cut chicken breasts that were breaded and sitting in a pool of the ... most ... amazing cheesy creamy sauce I have ever put in my mouthballs. I am still regretting not drinking the remainder of the sauce that was left after I finished the chicken.( Would go nicely with the chips in my purse, no?) Someone else ordered the herb encrusted steak and it was one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. Definitely, definitely try this place.
(5)Jen L.
Did the Groupon thing with no problems. Had an early dinner on a Friday night... the place was eerily quiet. It's in a basement. My husband kept suggesting that it used to be a morgue (too much Ghost Adventures, clearly). The decor is straight out of a nursing home (seriously, it is pretty creepy - pink cushions and fake mirrors? ick). Luckily we were there for the food, which we definitely enjoyed. The zucchini strips were a bit too thin, and I thought there would be some shellfish options with the Groupon deal, but oh well. What we got was good. The tiramisu was homemade and delicious. The pasta sauces were good (maybe a little salty). I don't know if we'll be back, but it was an overall enjoyable meal (excluding the potential ghosts, heinous decor, and total deadness on a Friday).
(4)Jason F.
I ate here last night with my fiance for dinner. Having never been to the restaurant before I found it to be in an odd location in the basement of the Pittsburgh Finance building. We arrived at around 6 and were greeted by extreme quiet as we made our way to the hostess station. Within a minute the hostess was there and greeted us asking if we had a Groupon or Living Social deal which we did not. She then took us around to our seats where there was some more noise and people. Since Storms is in the basement of the building, the lighting wasn't that great but the white table cloths and plants made it feel more inviting. Don't expect to get any good cell phone service either which can be both a good and a bad thing depending on how you are looking at it. For dinner I decided to have the Chicken Piccata with a side of pasta and a salad with balsamic vinaigrette while my fiance went with the Scoglio (Sauteed shrimp, sea scallops and chopped clams) and a cup of wedding soup. The soup and salad came out quickly along with some bread and butter. My salad was decent enough with the dressing being good but I really enjoyed the bread. It was rustic, hearty and dense which was perfect for dipping into the leftover sauce from dinner. As we were finishing our starters, the waitress came over to my fiance and informed her that she was just told by the cooks that they were out of scallops. She was exasperated by the fact that they hadn't told her until after she had put in the order but reassured my fiance that she would get extra shrimp in her meal instead of the scallops. After only a short wait our food was delivered. My chicken piccata was solid with a nice semi tart lemon sauce with capers and mushrooms. The pasta (penne) that I received was ok as well but it was nothing special. Even though I did not ask my fiance if she enjoyed her meal I could tell that she did as she ate all of the pasta sauce, even after the pasta was gone. Since I finished before my fiance the server cleaned off my plate and then things at the table behind us got a little weird. From what I gathered the lady had an expired groupon and ordered two meals expecting to be able to use the full value of the groupon. Whenever she was not able to, she stood up and went to the front. Our server went there to help her and then I am not really sure what happened. The reason that I am mentioning this is that we proceeded to wait about 20 minutes before our server showed up again which was frustrating as we were long done with our meals by then. She did apologize and while I do not put the whole blame on the server, I do think that she could have managed it and us in a more timely fashion and wish that she would have. The bottom line for me is that I would probably stop back here again in the future. While there was nothing spectacular about the food, it was solid Italian food and on its own would have garnered 3 stars. The issue with waiting for quite a long time after we were finished bumped down the overall rating for me as it was an experience I hope to not have repeated again.
(2)Rachel B.
I also did the Groupon thing one Friday night, and did not have any problems. As others have stated, the decor is something to be desire, but I feel the service and food make up for it. Our waitress was great. Attentive and had a good knowledge of the menu. On her suggestion we tried the stuffed banana peppers and was not disappointed. Both of our meals were delicious. Definitely no complaints about the food. I will definitely be back here. I think this is a little gem that is judged too harshly for decor.
(4)Linda W.
There are restaurants that haven't changed in twenty or thirty years that make you happy they haven't changed a whit....take you back to warm fuzzy memories and a happy tummy. Sadly, Storms is not one of those. Dingy, dark, freezing cold interior, in the cellar of a drab gray downtown building, maybe that was the inspiration for the name of Storms.... a storm cellar? Despite the name change, this is still the old Scoglio's with a new name in the same old place...emphasis on old. Not a lightbulb, not an artificial flower on the table, not a piece of flatware, not a fresh coat of paint or mirrored wall has changed since the seventies. Depressing, folks. Now the food. On the positive side, fellow diners enjoyed the fried zucchini starter. And that is where we probably should have stopped, at the start. Salads were small plates of a few slightly limp spring greens mixed with a lot of iceberg lettuce, a few shreds of carrot, two thin purple onions rings, half a wrinkled grape tomato and five (yes, I counted them) garbanzo beans. My lemon chicken with peppers consisted of two tiny, thin pan sauteed chicken breasts topped with what I actually believe were warmed, jarred, pickled banana peppers in a pile on top of the chicken with a lemon cream sauce over all. Not completely objectionable, but not something I would order again. Ever. It came with a side of oily, dilled, bitter zucchini. The other dishes at the table were received similarly and nothing but the fried zucchini appetizer drew comments above mediocre. I guess it is true, you can't go back again. The only reason I would go back would be if I were walking by and actually needed a storm cellar. Then, and only then, would Storms be my port in a storm.
(2)Kelly T.
To be honest, the more I come here, the more I love it. And the more I love that it doesn't look like much. For $12 you get a salad, side of veggies and your entree. The chicken varieties (with banana peppers, piccata, marsala) are all uniformally excellent. +1 star from last review.
(4)M Z.
4.5 starts for the food, price, and service. Although my Livingsocial Coupon expired months ago, they still kindly offered the original deal to me: $28 for 2 people including appetizer, entrees, and a dessert! This place is definitely a hidden gem. Located in a basement a few blocks away from all the Downtown crowd, Storms is the kind of place one can never find out without Yelp. But once I found it, I feel I'll have to come back again. Just be aware that they close very early (Mon-Fri 7pm).
(4)Nikki T.
There are very few things that need to be analyzed when dining out, first - the service. Our waitress (Kat) was awesome. She is funny, personable and honest about the food. When a server helps you make selections based on their knowledge of their menu it helps enhance your experience. She was fantastic. Second - the food. While not mind blowing, it is great, hearty Italian fare. The wedding soup, fried zucchini and piccata were all well prepared and portioned. I was very pleased with my meal. Lastly - the environment. Granted the location is not prime (the basement feel is very noticeable) it's not something that would keep me from going back. Overall, great service, good food, good pricing - happy customer. :)
(4)Danielle D.
This place is hidden in the basement of a large building. The atmosphere isn't much to write about- basement-chic, dark, bar-ish. The service also isn't particularly great. Hostess was not particularly friendly when I walked in and gave my name and told her I had a reservation. The waiter was polite but had his head in the clouds. He said the bread basket in front of my dining companion and put her salad in the middle where the bread should be. He screwed up our checks, mixing our orders. When he returned with our credit slips and credit cards, he gave hers to me and mine to her. The food is surprisingly good. The wedding soup was some of the best that I can remember ever having. The flavor was just fabulous - I can't even explain it. I had the spots. There were three pieces of fish, making for a fairly sized portion. It had a lemon beurre blanc sauce, which was really tasty. Unfortunately there was barely a drizzle of it. The vegetable of the day was a zucchini/squash medley. Cooked very nicely- not mushy, but not overly hard. Unfortunately I thought they were very under seasoned and bland. They were delicious, however, whenever I used them to scrape the dish to get the beurre blanc sauce. My prior experience with Storms was a work holiday party. From that, I recall the food being good but the atmosphere prison-like. I will return for the food, particularly if meeting someone that works up in that part of town.
(3)Jim L.
I'd dare say this is one of the better kept secrets in downtown Pittsburgh. As someone who's visited for lunch on several occasions, I find the prices reasonable, the staff attentive and friendly, and the food terrific! I highly suggest the Chicken Romano. You can get a decent portion with salad, veggies/pasta, and delicious bread for about $10. The atmosphere is a little dark, but it takes me back to the little neighborhood haunt that emphasizes quality over ambience. That's a tradeoff I have no problem making.
(4)Geoff K.
This place is phenomenal, highly recommend the banana peppers for appetizer and the daily specials are always a must!
(5)Priscilla O.
My friend and I ate here this week. I am in no way being dramatic but that is the WORST food that I have ever had at a restaurant. In reading previous reviews, I'm not sure if we just happened to come in on a bad night but that is no excuse. We were started with stuffed bell peppers that were certainly not freshly made...more like they were made at least a day prior and sprinkled with cayenne pepper to cover the tangy taste of a day old meal. Our waitress just plopped our appetizer and our bread on the table without saying a word as she proceeded to run frantically from table to table. Then we ordered our main courses, chicken parmesan and eggplant parmesan. Both dishes looked and tasted as if they had been quickly microwaved. The mozzarella cheese was one thick, stiff layer of cheese on very thin cuts of chicken and eggplant. The pasta accompanying the entrees tasted like they used a bottle of Ragu marinara sauce. And the dessert was definitely not genuine Italian tiramisu. That was definitely mass produced/store bought Sarah Lee tiramisu. On top of their horrendously poor attempt at Italian cuisine, the house wine, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi was grossly overpriced. A bottle of that wine normally costs about $6-9....one glass here was $7.00. The place was drabby and dimly lit. The previous reviews referring to it as a "storm cellar" or comparing the "experience" to that of dining on the bottom floor of the Titanic were dead on. It was claustrophobic and even more so with all 3 servers literally running from table to table and back and forth to and from the kitchen. These people desperately need help from Chef Robert Irvine from Restaurant Impossible. I think I might make the call myself on their behalf. This was a huge disappoint. I now know never to eat at a restaurant with 5 reviews or less, especially when more than half of those reviews are probably written by the owner and employees or by friends of the owners. If those were genuine reviews (which I find extremely difficult to believe), the writers clearly have never had real freshly made italian cuisine or are lacking in taste.....buds.
(1)Joe B.
Storms is an interesting Pittsburgh restaurant experience. We went with a party of 5 & used a Groupon. We had never been before & didn't know what to expect, based on some of the prior reviews. Yes, it is a basement restaurant (no windows, so no view). We had Happy Hour martinis (apple & strawberry), delish! Ordered both appetizer choices, 2 on each plate (both tasty). Virginia Spots were very good (I think similar quality to what I've had @ the Duquesne Club.) Veal dishes (Picatta & Scaloppini) were both enjoyed. Tiramisu was fine, not the best we've ever had, but far from the worst! Salad was ok, could use an upgrade in variety of greens. Wedding soup was delicious. All in all we were very pleased, left a message of approval for Mr Storms, who apparently supervises the kitchen. Yes the decor is dated, yes it is in a basement BUT, yes our experience was good, yes our service was good (thank you Brittany) & yes our meal was delicious! So, if you go, don't expect a Big Burrito style of cuisine but do hope for tasty food with reasonable prices.
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