Monterey Bay Fish Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Monterey Bay Fish: Located in Pittsburgh, PA, this upscale seafood venue offers breathtaking views of the city skyline. With a focus on fresh seafood flown in daily, standout dishes include the seafood tower, Jamaican curry-style red snapper, scallops with risotto, and the Angel Food Grilled Cheese Sandwich. The attentive staff and spectacular views make dining here a memorable experience. The restaurant also offers a diverse drink menu, including unique cocktails like the why yuzu serious. While some dishes may have room for improvement, the overall ambiance, service, and food quality make Monterey Bay Fish Grotto a must-visit spot for special occasions. The extensive menu, attentive staff, and stunning views make this a top choice for seafood lovers looking for a classy dining experience.
Starters
BAKED OYSTERS BELLA
Artichoke hearts, spinach, shallots, vermouth, cream, Parmigiano (GF)
LOBSTER ARANCINI
Risotto, lobster, fresh mozzarella, Romesco sauce, Parmigiano, panko
CLASSIC SHRIMP COCKTAIL ()
Cocktail sauce, lemon (GF)
MUSSELS MARINIERE
Cream, white wine, shallots, butter, garlic, crostini (GF upon request)
FRIED ROMAN ARTICHOKE HEARTS
Roasted tomato aioli, Parmigiano, parsley
FILET MIGNON SLIDERS
Two filet mignon medallions, caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, beef bone broth (GF upon request)
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL ()
Mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemon (GF)
CRISPY CALAMARI Classic
Parmigiano, parsley, lemon-garlic aioli
CRISPY CALAMARI Arrabbiata
Sauteed hot peppers, garlic, fresh oregano
MBFG SEAFOOD TOWER
Shrimp cocktail (), oysters on the half shell (), tuna poke, crab Hoelzel, poached South African lobster tail ( oz.) (GF upon request)
Seafood Tower
First Course
SHE-CRAB BISQUE
Cream sherry, crab, creme fraiche, chives
CAESAR SALAD
Baby gem lettuce, Parmesan crumb Anchovies upon request (GF upon request)
MEDITERRANEAN SALAD
Artisan greens, Kalamata olive, cucumber, tomato, green pepper, red onion, pepperoncini, chick pea, Greek feta cheese, red wine vinaigrette (GF)
HEIRLOOM TOMATO BURRATA
Balsamic vinaigrette, extra virgin olive oil (GF)
PENNE VODKA & SHRIMP
Roasted cherry tomatoes, Gold Coast shrimp, vodka sauce, Fresno peppers
SCALLOPS & BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO
Saffron, tomato beurre blanc (GF)
STUFFED SHRIMP
Crab cake stuffing, spaghetti vegetables, lemon thyme beurre blanc
CHICKEN SUPREME
Shallots, cream, butter, wild mushrooms, pancetta, white wine, chive mashed potatoes (GF)
LINGUINI ORTOLANO
Zucchini, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, carrots, yellow squash, garlic, extra virgin olive oil (Vegan)
FRENCH ONION FILET
oz. filet mignon, caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, crouton, beef bone broth (GF upon request)
LINGUINI PESCATORE
Mussels, shrimp, calamari, lobster, scallops, spicy cherry tomato sauce
Chef Selections
Fresh Fish
CHILEAN SEA BASS
Provencal
SWORDFISH
Parmesan Crust
AHI TUNA
Lemon Fennel Pepper
KING SALMON (Big Glory Bay)
Jamaican
BRANZINO
Mediterranean
STUFFED FLOUNDER
Spinach, cream cheese, shallots, jumbo lump crab, lemon butter sauce (GF)
FILET MIGNON ( Oz.)
Hand-cut, sauteed pepperoncini, mushroom, onion (GF)
PRIME NEW YORK STRIP ( Oz., Dry Aged Days)
Hand-cut and sliced, rosemary frites, horseradish sauce (GF upon request)
STUFFED PORK CHOP ( Oz.)
Prosciutto, fontina, sage, smashed Yukon potatoes, wild mushroom demi
Steak & Pork
Crab Cakes
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Signature
two crab cakes with house remoulade
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Shrimp
one crab cake with four Gold Coast shrimp
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Lobster
one crab cake with South African lobster tail ( oz.)
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Scallop
one crab cake with four scallops, saffron sauce
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Best Of Both
one crab cake, two scallops, two shrimp
MONTEREY BAY CRAB CAKES Best Of All
one crab cake, two scallops, two shrimp, South African lobster tail ( oz.)
ROASTED JUMBO YAM
Maple cardamom butter (GF)
ASPARAGUS
Extra virgin olive oil, sea salt (GF)
BABY YUKONS
House Chardonnay butter, Herbs de Provence, seven pepper spice, chive, Parmigiano (GF)
BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Flash-fried, sweet soy, chili, orange, lime
GREEN BEANS
Sauteed red bell peppers, extra virgin olive oil, garlic (GF)
ROSEMARY PARMIGIANO FRITES
Fresh Rosemary, black pepper, Parmigiano, sea salt