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Pistachio Grille
Welcome to The Pistachio Grille, where nuevo world cuisine meets the relaxed environment of this intimate BYOB. Enjoy our attractive ambiance as Ray Moscardelli, chef and owner, serves up the freshest of fish, seafood, and gourmet cuts of meat that he hand-picks himself daily. All of our delicious meals are made to order.
Chef Moscardelli, a graduate of the prestigious Johnson and Wales Culinary Institute, designs his menus to cater to the distinguished palate. Reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends. A full catering menu is also available upon request. All major credit cards are accepted. BYOB.
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78 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 78 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(27)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(57)
- fit for foodies(35)
- special occasion(23)
- good for groups(13)
- romantic(13)
- great for lunch(6)
Pistachio Grille Reviews List
Review 1 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pistachio Grill was an unexpected surprise. It is a BYOB with excellent food. The staff was friendly and helpful with the menu."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First Time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pistachio Grille has been recommended by few neighbors and its a BYOB! Went for first time and found service outstanding despite being very busy! Thoroughly enjoyed food too!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were a little disappointed they were out of so many of their entrees. The meals we had were very good but at least five main dishes were unavailable."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I stumbled across this restaurant and fell in love with it. The food was wonderful (Filet and Duck) and honestly a surprise. The menu online does not do it justice. Just walk in and try it. You'll find yourself wanting to come back too."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious & Delightful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff & the food were both excellent! I had cioppino that had an excellent array of seafood followed by a piece of peanut butter pie that melted in my mouth .Looking forward to my next visit,SOON. Thekitchen was quite accommodating with a special request also."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not impressed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate here on Mother's Day and the server was rude, got our order wrong and then blamed it on the kitchen. The food was cold, it seemed as if it had been precooked and then just reheated (pancakes, homefries). I expected more from this place based on the reviews. I will say that the decor is nice and the host was very nice too. I don't think I will go back though."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 7 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While I was told over the phone that Mother's Day would be somewhat of a brunch buffet with some specials - it turned out to be "just a regular brekfast menu" fare. There were some specials added but, IMHO, they did not highlight the occasion so to speak and I think we were lucky to grab the last of one of the dishes
The place looked somewhat disorganized although it did get slightly better after some time has passed
While we have been to Pistachio Grille before and enjoyed it a lot - this time they fell short of our expectations"
The place looked somewhat disorganized although it did get slightly better after some time has passed
While we have been to Pistachio Grille before and enjoyed it a lot - this time they fell short of our expectations"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 8 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ordered specials that ended up being way over priced. Food was just OK nothing special and certainly not worth what we were charged. Waitress stranded us for twenty minutes waiting for check. Not looking forward to a return trip."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 9 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed dinner!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dinner was very enjoyable. It was an opportunity to try some new flavors."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Never fails to deliver a good meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pistachio Grille is one of our "go to" restaurants whenever we cannot decide where to go. The food is consistently good, service is friendly and available and better yet it is a BYOB. Portions are not large but are always tasty. No matter what you like, they have something on the menu for everyone."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Few Bumps in the Road
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was about my 4th time at Pistachio, and I have always loved it. This time there were some disappointments, but not enough to keep me from coming back. I decided I wanted duck, which I was informed they were out of, so I opted for two appetizers instead of an entrée. The first one I picked was oysters and they said they were not in season. That appetizer was listed on a small card that was an addendum to the menu, which I think should have been changed if not available. I ended up getting calamari, which was outstanding, and asparagus risotto, which was much too heavily salted. Luckily the appetizer special we got, goat cheese almondine and salad, was excellent. My companion's Chicken St. Mason was excellent, as well."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, good service and a nice place to have a romantic dinner or just get together with friends and family."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific Without Exception
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Pistachio Grille was exceptional as always and the service was wonderful. Our waiter, Victor, was attentive, suggested several specials and added to our enjoyment of the meal. John, our server delivered our food as quickly as it was prepared in the kitchen. My wife and I have never been disappointed in either the appetizers, the entrees, or the scrumptious desserts and would heartily recommend this restaurant to all who appreciate wonderful food served by an excellent staff at a BYOB restaurant."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was only our second time
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was only our second time dining at Pistachio Grille. Both times we had a wonderful experience. I have recommended PG to all of my friends."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time and it was excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time and it was excellent. Will return in the future."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolute Hit! Will definitely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolute Hit! Will definitely be back and posted their website to my FB page to spread the word!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a a great BYOB find in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a a great BYOB find in Ambler! The food was fresh and fabulous. The server was outstanding. We will eat here again and so will our friends who dined with us. Pistachio Grille is a 'keeper'."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food is terrific, a real find
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is terrific, a real find in our neighborhood."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service and food were excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and food were excellent as usual!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second time to Pistachio Grille
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Second time to Pistachio Grille and it was great just like the first time. They were out of what I was coming to eat so that was a bit of a bummer but my second option was good eats as well. Will def be back."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was the third visit for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was the third visit for my wife and me; it never disappoints. The food is imaginative and delicious, the ambiance is understated and romantic, and, on this particular occasion, our server, Victor, was knowledgeable and fun."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always enjoy this neighborhood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always enjoy this neighborhood gem. Food is very good and the chef is consistent. Service is friendly and attentive. Ambience though tight and small is relaxed. This is definitely my favorite BYOB in the area."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice neighborhood restaurant with above average food. Easy parking. Friendly and knowledgable wait staff."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A gem in Maple Glen
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A nice gem tucked away in Maple Glen to be enjoyed by friends and family. Great service, great ambiance, great food and with a BYOB, what more could you ask for!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 25 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This fantastic little BYO
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This fantastic little BYO is something you could drive right past and not even notice, but once you step inside, you will be back over and over again! All of their food is excellently prepared and delicious; with a friendly staff to make sure your wine glass is always full! The shrimp and crab bisque is always a great starter (but if they have the butternut squash soup, definitely try that!). Their entrees have creative twists and turns that tickle your taste buds and you certainly leave there full and happy!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Seafood; eat food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"PISTACHIO GRILLE delivered one fully A+ dining experience, all the better for the following features. 1) A 5:30 reservation made us the very first patrons to arrive, so our service was nonpareil, plus the place was nice & quiet throughout our meal. 2) It's a BYOB; we therefore splurged on a bottle of Santa Margherita pinot grigio--always a treat! 3) Because it was a Lenten Friday, we were pleased to read & hear excellent seafood options, including some awesome daily specials. My own "special" was a delicate, fresh & delicious red snapper, broiled to perfection, served with lump crabmeat & grilled artichoke heart. My friend likewise ordered a "special"--homemade lobster ravioli in a blush cream sauce--which was superb as well."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
An unpleasant dinner
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our waitress was way below standards. She was loud and inappropriately personal. She failed to review all the daily specials. She used the annoying first person plural context repeatedly. "How are WE doing?; Do we need more wine?" Etc. Honestly, I did not come to dine with her!! The bread basket was cold and the end piece was stale. 3/5 entrees were not hot enough. My order was not handled properly. I ordered a salad special and an appetizer special for my dinner. The cool risotto (temperature, not awesomeness) came out without the salad. The latter finally arrived when I was half done with the risotto. One entree, linguine and shrimp, was totally bland. The lobster tortellini were excellent. Overall, this was an unpleasant experience!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
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Review 28 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Worst calimarri I ever ate.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Worst calimarri I ever ate. Greasy and rubbery.
My partner's fish special was overcooked and tasteless.
Gelati dessert looked and tasted like a Rita's."
My partner's fish special was overcooked and tasteless.
Gelati dessert looked and tasted like a Rita's."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 29 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been here several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been here several times and have always had a delicious meal with very good service."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Almost but not quite.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had read good reviews so took a chance. Offerings were confusing. There is a menu, and second mini-menu they hand you and a laundry list of verbal specials. They also tell you what is not available. Just trying to determine what soups they really had was a trick. Service was slow - dinner took 2 hours and they were not that busy. Food was generally good and well presented. They offered cherry vanilla "gelato" for dessert which turned out to be water ice. Rita's anyone? As a side note, I had mentioned with my reservation that it was my mother's birthday which went completely in acknowledged by the staff. Bottom line: decent food, management can up their game."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We made our reservation via
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We made our reservation via open table well in advance of Valentines Day but when we arrived were first offered the worst seat in the restaurant. Only when we complained did they then offer us a different seat and that was somewhat better."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Find!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Almost perfect. Fantastic appetizers, Salad, and main courses. Nothing but rave reviews from all four of us. Dessert was "OK". I'll skip it next time. We got a server who was friendly and kind but had nothing to offer in regards to recommendations. Oddly enough she's been there 6+ months and never ate the food???
All the sauces, dressings & nut encrusted dishes are fabulous!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 33 for Pistachio Grille
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have travelled past there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have travelled past there for several years, not really knowing the inside housed an elegant dining facility. The food was excellent as well as the service and ambiance. We will definitely return."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Pistachio Grille
Based on the average of (45) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
11 out of 11 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate