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Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville Reviews List

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville

Thank you for considering Monterey Bay Fish Grotto for your affair. Our award-winning restaurant has always taken pride in its level of standards and excellence. These exceptional standards are reflected in our mouth-watering fresh fish and impeccable service. Our guests have come to expect this level of quality in every aspect of our main dining room as well as our private dining rooms. Monterey Bay Fish Grotto's fish is fresh and flown in from a number of locations on the East Coast, West Coast and Hawaiian Islands. for this reason we are the regions Premier Fresh Fish Restaurant offering 20 kinds of fresh fish in an array of original, delicious styles
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
(75 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.5 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(45)
  • romantic(23)
  • fit for foodies(16)
  • neighborhood gem(13)
  • notable wine list(13)
  • great for lunch(7)
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville Reviews List
Review 1 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent food,attentive service. Nice atmosphere. Reasonable wine list."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 2 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointed

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my fifth time dining at this restaurant and I have to say it was the worst. Our waitress was terrible it started by her never refilling our drinks, the manager did.The only time she came to our table was to take our order and to drop off our food literally. We never saw her after that. When she gave us our check after 20 minutes of trying to find her she dropped it off on the table and walked away eventhough my father had his form of payment on the table. The service was just poor overall. Also they now nickel and dime you for everything. Before they use to give you a side dish with your meal. Not anymore, all the sides are extra. The side was ok but when you are paying $35 per plate you should at least get a side with your meal"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Monroeville's Finest

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We love the relaxed feeling, not rushed.
Fit for romantic,casual,or business dinning
I love the Champagne Char-grilled
Salmon just delis. Wine list is wonderful.
For the non fish lover there is steak,
Chicken & Pasta. Service is superb, and
Friendly. Would return to try the other
Dishes they offer
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Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It's been quite awhile since

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It's been quite awhile since I've been to Monterey Bay. It's been my "go to" place for special occasions for years, so since we were celebrating a birthday, we decided to go here. The food was delicious -- calamari as an appetizer, house salads with a fabulous dressing, and for entrees I ordered Swordfish Oscar, and my friend ordered one of the shrimp entrees. Everything was very, very good. I was surprised, however, at their drastic increase in prices since I've been there last. In addition, everything is now a la carte. Salad, vegetable, potato -- all a la carte. We enjoyed our meal immensely, just be prepared for a little sticker shock."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 5 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

What a disappointment

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After years of spending every special occasion at Monterey Bay, it breaks my heart to say that this may be my last trip. There was nothing special about the restaurant anymore. No more salad or even side with your meal. Just a sad piece if fish on a plate. The family style side was less than overwhelming, just a few fingerling potatoes. For the first time ever we all left the restaurant still hungry. I miss the old Monterey Bay. Let me know when things go back to the way they used to be, the way that made it great. Until then goodbye."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Portions were extremely small

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Portions were extremely small for the price. Although the food tasted good the price was a bit much for what I received."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
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Review 7 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Overall a very nice night

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Overall a very nice night for myself and companion. There are only a few items that prevented me from giving a perfect score. First, the food was great but the appetizer and entre portions were a little on the small side. That night we got the sampler appetizer and I ordered the ahi tuna which was cooked perfectly. Second, we received the anniversary menu which was a pleasant surprise. It would have been nice to offer for us to have the paper insert with our name on it as a 'momento' of our night. Third, a couple was there acting inappropriate within five yards from us. I'm not sure the staff observed them but that brief encounter put a slight shadow on an otherwise romantic night. Again, overall a very fine experience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food selection was good -

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food selection was good - service was very good - pricey for the food and they need to offer bigger portions and forget to try and make the plate look pretty."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good atmosphere, food and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Good atmosphere, food and service. Usually not crowded."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I love this restaurant - I

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I love this restaurant - I have never been disappointed. Their fish is to die for. I had Swordfish ala Lisa with a side of asparagus with hollandaise sauce. My husband had Mahi mahi with a macadamia crust on top and a side of potatoes. The sides are big enough for two so we shared both. Scrumptous! Just wish I could afford to go more often."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Have dined here many times

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Have dined here many times over the past years and always enjoyed the experience. I found the new pricing and exclusion of soup or salad, vegetable and starch disappointing. I did not feel a plain piece of fish worth over $30.00. The value was not there."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2005
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Review 12 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Prices of the main dish were

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Prices of the main dish were very high, to not include any other sides, so with the ceaser side salad 7.95 nothing special, for monroville, no view of the city , i felt it was too expensive, i never left a restaurant hungry spendind close to 200$ which included a 30$ tip!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
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Review 13 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Joe's birthday

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Overall the food was excellent. I have to admit though, I was a little disappointed in the lobster tail special-I do not think it was up to par with the rest of our dinners. The lobster was lukewarm and not as sweet as I am used to. I would also have liked the drawn butter served over a candle to keep it warm. I will definitely return but will not order lobster again."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good overall. A little

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good overall. A little pricey. My other favourite seafood spot is out of the fire in Donegal. Prices there less than yours and their food is truly exceptional. Your servers were the best, food good, but not outstanding. I like the atmosphere, it was perfect for a place to relax and talk without a lot of noise."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The food is good but very

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food is good but very expensive for what you get. Staff very friendly but not enough so service was slow."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
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Review 16 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We always have a great meal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We always have a great meal a here. A geat place for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 17 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Late arrival not a problem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Originally planned a reservation for 7, then changed it to 8, got there about 830. Athough the hostess indicated that they closed at 9 and she seemed to be inconvenienced by my request, you would have never guessed that once we arrived. The waitress was attentive,pleasant, professional and knowledgeable. It was a great environment to talk, enjoyed an nice glass of wine, the tuna was awesome (although I didn't order it), the beet salad was to die for. And just for fun...order the shrimp fried rice as a side.... I cant image what the salt content was, but truly wonderful. The only drawback to this place was its location. I am not a fan of restaurants at a mall."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My fish was overcooked and

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My fish was overcooked and remarkably unremarkable. My companion said her lobster tail was very good. The salads were good as was the fresh baked sourdough rye bread. Everything was ala carte. We had one glass of wine, salads and the entrees and the price was $100.00, way too much for the quality of what we got."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
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Review 19 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointment at Monterey Bay

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Monterey Bay WAS my favorite restaurant before my visit on March 16, 2013. Below is a detail of my experience and why I will not be going back to Monterey Bay.
To start, I checked the online menu and picked out what I wanted based on what the daily menu said the fresh fish selections were. When we arrived our server told us that he did not have what we wanted, and that the online menu is “never updated,” and probably had not been updated since last summer. So, disappointed, I ordered something else.
Secondly, our server told us that the restaurant no longer served the garlic mashed potatoes that we loved and always got as a side included with our meal. Not only did Monterey Bay no longer have the mashed potatoes on the menu, but s"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
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Review 20 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dinner was very good. We

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Dinner was very good. We have eaten there before and wanted to take my son for a special dinner."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I was taken by my Wife and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"I was taken by my Wife and 12 year old Twin girls to M-Bay for my birthday. I actually got to pick the restaurant since it was my birthday and M-Bay has been one of my favorites for a while. As usual the service was right on and the food was perfect. My daughters loved the Sample Appetizer which is not listed on the menu. Ask for it...it is great. I usually go with one of the specials at M-Bay and cannot go wrong. I had a grouper dinner and my daughters picked away at it. I would not bring young children to this restaurant as it is a place I like to go to and relax. Screaming children, though I love, are more suited somewhere else. All in all a great experience. I did hear that there are new owners so things may change.I hope not!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was a Tuesday and excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It was a Tuesday and excellent for a client meeting."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 23 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

over-priced for location (outside

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"over-priced for location (outside the mall), ambiance (not nearly as good as monteray bay - pittsburgh), food was good, but over-priced for the quality of the cooking and portion size, service was fair"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was good but not exceptional,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was good but not exceptional, especially at their extremely high prices. We paid far more than we do at downtown's upscale restaurants, which seems outrageous for a restaurant in a mall. Service was pleasant but very slow. We hadn't been there since it moved into the mall and are unlikely to go again because of the price."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2008
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Review 25 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved the ambiance except

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Loved the ambiance except I was seating in center seating and I prefer seating on an outside wall which was available."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
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Review 26 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

we had dinner at the monroeville

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"we had dinner at the monroeville restuarant on 2/22 at 6pm. wonderful ambiance, to die for crab cakes and attentive service. we had such a wonderful
dinner there. everything was perfect and this restaurant knows how to do it right!
The macadamia mousse was fantastic and the salad dressing was the best. Our waiter alwasys knew when we needed something, without hovering. a real professional. and we were never hurried to leave. Will definetly be back and looking forward to visiting for lunch as well. Keep up the great service and food and thanks to management for a wonderful experience.
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Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 27 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was attentive but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was attentive but geting the food served poor. We waited a long time after ordering for the food to be served."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
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Review 28 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed an excellent meal.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We enjoyed an excellent meal. My only complaint would be that the dining room was a little tricky to negotiate with a wheelchair. The food was very good and the service was as well."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed our dinners. We

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We enjoyed our dinners. We were treated extremely well by the staff, and our reservation was on time.
My only objection was that I feel I didn't get quite enough food for the money, although it was very, very good. I felt that I was paying more for the atmosphere"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
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Review 30 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Less Than Classy Experience

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Now I remember why I don't go out on Valentine's Day....it took 1.5 hours for our food to arrive from the time we sat down at 6:30 p.m. And when it did arrive, one of the orders was wrong, they took both back and we waited another 20 minutes (with my husband's dinner held under a light, I supposed). Perhaps the wait staff should have written things down to get the order right because the table behind me also had a problem. On top of that, the booth tabletop that I sat at had alot of water stains on it along with a chip that revealed the press-wood beneath it. Really? I thought Monterey Bay Fish Grotto had higher class than this. We really felt that our $120 dinner for 2 was way overpriced, given our experience. We won't return."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
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Review 31 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

See Food Differently

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Our stay was a wonderful dining experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food is always great here.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food is always great here. Service is also outstanding. Our server, Curtis, is attentive, positive, and has knowledge of the menu. My wife and I are willing to pay for great food and service when we go out... we get both here and will continue to make this a regular spot for our "date night"...Thank you Curtis and Monterey Bay Staff."
Dined on 02/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was my first time there

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"This was my first time there & I WILL be going back!! It was awesome! The food was to die for. Our waitress, Jodi R., provided EXCELLENT service!! It was just an awesome experience all the way around. If you want a better quality fish than Red Lobster or Fish Market, but you don't want to go into town this is the place for you!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We went with two other couples

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
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"We went with two other couples and the evening was very enjoyable. We were able to visit and get caught up without feeling that we were being rushed to get out. The food and service were excellent."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2013
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Review 35 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bar could be better for sure.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The bar could have been a LOT better.. They didn't have Coke, had to drink Diete Coke (YUK) and they didn't have a vodka that we like (Stoli Vanilla). Service was a bit slow, but good."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2013
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Review 36 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was a nice jesture, the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was a nice jesture, the menu birthday wish and free desert we received just by mentioning in my on-line reservation it was Cindy's birthday. Very nice touch, thank you again.
Gary and Cindy"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 37 for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and I very much enjoyed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"My wife and I very much enjoyed our recent visit to Monroeville's Monterey Bay Fish Grotto. We stopped for lunch before the Boat Show and were pleasently suprised by the great food and service !! We will definately be coming again soon..."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Monroeville
Based on the average of (38) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate