My girl and I spent the weekend in Pittsburgh (her 1st time) and I wanted to take her somewhere with views of the city and spectacular food. Mission accomplished! They were fully booked Saturday so we decided to sit at the bar. First off, this may be one of the only places in the city where it only costs $8 to valet park your car! Secondly, the elevator ride up to the restaurant was itself a treat. Views of the city I didn't expect. When we arrived there were 2 seats at the bar so we didn't have to wait. This area/floor of the restaurant is first come first serve and I really like that. Again, spectacular views while you sip and dine. James the bartender was AMAZING. Very knowledgeable with accurate descriptions of any of the entrees we asked about. My girl picked the scallops with risotto and I went with the pork chop in a siracha bbq sauce. Both were perfection!! Very little talking during dinner lol. I mean how good can you really make a pork chop? Well apparently they have a well executed secret the rest of the culinary world doesn't know yet. From what pairs best recommendations to talk of traveling, James was one of the best bartenders I've met. He made the experience exceptional in addition to the food. I left my LV sunglasses there when we left and was happy that they were turned in and kept safe till I got them the next day. I will say, one of the best experiences we've had ever. We will definitely visit Monterey Bay again when we are in Pittsburgh. 5 Stars!!!

The service here is great. Fish said the seafood is flown in fresh every day. The seafood tower is a must order item. The the tuna on the seafood tower and as a main meal was very fresh. The sides like potatoes and asparagus were good but nothing too special. Had the carrot cake and chocolate cake for dessert, both were very rich and meant to be shared. Even though we sat in the middle, there was a great view of the city.

I wanted to really celebrate my partner's birthday in a memorable way, and MBFG made that happen. Absolutely stunning views AND the food was also wonderful--not always a guarantee with restaurants that are able to coast by virtue of their unique locations. I was wowed by the Jamaican curry-style red snapper. My partner loved the scallops and add-on crab cake. If anything, the risotto was the weakest dish, but even that was a minor thing, as it wasn't bad...just not AS good as everything else. It is an expensive meal, so we appreciated that portion sizes are decent--maybe a little too much for us, in fact--we had ordered a side of brussels sprouts and were barely able to make a dent in it with everything else. The sides (a la carte) are designed to be split between 3 people! Add in the complementary hot, homemade crusty bread and herb butter fresh out of the oven...you will leave feeling the opposite of hungry. It's also not as common to see a restaurant these days that has plenty of staff, and staff that is friendly and attentive. Congrats to this restaurant for making that a priority!

I'm only in Pittsburgh for a few days but was told this is the place to go for the best views of the city. Amazing! Too bad we couldn't get a table next to the window, but I was able to look out when a table next to us left. Our waiter Nicolette was so friendly and attentive. Their manager Anne also came to check on us a few times. We started with both the mussels and oysters, and then loved them so much we ended up getting another order of appetizers instead of loading up on entrees because... we wanted to leave room for the masterpiece! The Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich, gotta get it. I would suggest, eat it there, don't bring it home, best eaten right away for the full effect.

A longstanding restaurant that still delivers. Few places are able to sustain years of excellence and continually meet or exceed expectations. My wife and I took the kids (13, 12 and 9) for a special dinner. Somewhat concerned how the kids will handle a nice place. From the moment we arrived, MB has family dining down pat. Goody bags for the kids, special and fun drinks, and attention to them. We had a seafood tower to start, which was exceptional. The shrimp and oysters especially, but the poke was also worth mentioning. The linguini pescatore was out of this world- packed with shrimp, mussels, scallops and plenty of pasta. The crab cakes are always wonderful as were the salmon dishes. The service was exceptional and noteworthy. Attentive, concerned (we have a food allergy in the family), and timely. Highly recommend.

Monterey Bay has the absolute best dining views in the city!! They have the most romantic and beautiful vibes with their huge windows giving you all the Pittsburgh skyline you need :) I came for dinner and had amazing time! This was my first time here. To drink, I ordered the Pinot Noir. The wine was delicious, one of my better Pinots I've had in a while! We got the bread service and the bread was super good. The butter was very unique. For meals, we ordered the Wild Mushroom Fettuccini, Truffle Frites, and Filet mignon. The mushroom fettuccine was HUGE!! Literally ginormous omg it was so yummy too! The fries.... the fries you guys.... these are top 5 in the city for sure. I can't wait to come back. They are the best date night spot!

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto (MBFG) is, without a doubt, the pinnacle of dining experiences in Pittsburgh. Perched with a view that overlooks the city, every meal feels like a special occasion here. The ambiance, the exquisite seafood, and the staff's dedication to service combine to create an unparalleled experience. The seafood trio is my personal favorite, featuring crab cakes that are, quite frankly, the best I've ever had. The salmon and tuna skewers are another hit that I can't recommend enough - they're always cooked to perfection. But let's talk about the bread. It's a simple staple taken to new heights, served warm and so delicious that it's almost impossible not to ask for seconds - and the servers, bless them, are always gracious, never hesitating to bring more of that divine chive butter (which, yes, is so good we've asked to take some home). MBFG is our go-to for anniversaries, birthdays, or any day we want to feel extra special. They even go the extra mile to make anniversary celebrations memorable, complete with a decadent chocolate dessert that's as indulgent as it is unforgettable. The consistent quality across multiple visits cements MBFG not just as a restaurant, but as a cherished part of our celebratory traditions. It never disappoints.

Monterey Bay has what I think is the best view of the Pittsburgh skyline. Before, my Mt Washington pick for views was Altius, but Monterey Bay really blew me away. In my opinion, Altius has better interior design, but Monterey Bay has the better view as it sits atop a higher building with larger windows. Service was impeccable and fast. We came for restaurant week and the deal was amazing. $45 for a three course meal. Thus, the food might be different than their norm. The starters were all amazing. The goat cheese in the salad exceeded my expectations. I am not a big goat cheese fan, but this one was smooth, buttery, with no smell. The she crab bisque was also well done. I've had it at different places around Pittsburgh and so far, Monterey Bay was the best. There are small chunks of crab, and the bisque is not too salty or thick. The entrees, however, were not great. Again, this might be due to the fact it's a restaurant week menu. The entrees didn't hit the fine dining expectation that much. The filet mignon was over cooked and a bit hard. The chicken piccata was too sour. The shrimp Florentine wasn't bad, and the flavor profile was complex. Buttery with hints of lemon. However, nothing that really blew me away as the presentation of the dish looks like any normal pasta. But the portions were generous, and was the size of two meals for me. Dessert and drinks were exceptional. I like trying interesting menu items, and the angel cake grilled cheese definitely left an impression. It tasted like cheesecake with fruit jam on the side to balance the sweetness. I wouldn't recommend the crème brûlée though as it was way too sweet. Drink menu was also intriguing. I got the why yuzu serious and my friend got the peru we love you. I enjoyed the yuzu one as it was refreshing and original. One thing is that I couldn't really taste the vodka, whereas my friend had the opposite problem. For her, the rum in her drink was too strong and overpowered the other flavors. Overall, Monterey Bay is a restaurant I'd go back again to try their regular menu. The ambiance left a great impression on me, as did some of the dishes.

I visited during restaurant week. From the preset menu, I chose Caesar salad, branzino, and crème brûlée. The food was tasty but nothing knocked my socks off. The restaurant week menu was discounted, however, I'm not sure I would pay full price for all of the items. I loved the plum cocktail - very unique and delicious. The service was excellent - from the valet, coat check, hosts, and servers. The inside has dim lighting which highlights the city lights in the windows. I sat in a roomy curved booth that felt secluded despite being near other tables. I really appreciate that gluten friendly options were marked on the menu! Overall, I had a great experience. When I visited previously, I had excellent surf and turf, so I'll stick to that next time I'm back!

Lovely place to celebrate a special occasion! The views of Pittsburgh are spectacular here. If you're lucky to be seated near a window, it's probably one of the best dining experiences you can get in the entire city! The interior of this place feels really luxurious and upscale. Big floor to ceiling windows really complete the grandiose vibe of the place. It's an absolutely gorgeous place to dine. The food here is pretty unique for your typical fine dining place imo! They have a lot of interesting menu options with various flavor profiles, so there's something for everyone. We ordered calamari to share, and for my main I got the halibut. It tasted fresh and pretty healthy -- not too heavy or oily. For dessert we got the "grilled cheese" which was so decadent! They customized it for our special occasion too which was such a nice touch. The service here is top notch too. We felt well taken care of the entire night. Would highly recommend if you're looking for an excellent place to treat yourself or someone else to a wonderful meal!