Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Shadyside

I have heard great things about Morcilla so my wife and I made reservations for our anniversary dinner. We were not disappointed in the food, drinks, atmosphere or service. All were top notch. It was a great experience and we'd go back again to try more items from the menu. Morcilla is a great option for a date night, or just having dinner with a few friends.

We took my mom to Golden Gai for her birthday. She loved it and had a great time. We were happy to find the foods that we loved so much in Japan earlier this year. The shrimp tempura was our favorite. The shrimp were huge and we loved the sauce that went with them. So flavorful! We also really enjoyed the gyoza (dumplings), spicy tuna roll and udon noodles with chicken. While we were dining, we were talking about the dishes we had and asking questions about things that were slightly different. The sushi chef heard us and told us more about the food and why it was done the way they do it. It was very interesting and he seemed like a great guy. There were so many good dishes and drinks on the menu that we’ll definitely be back to try more things.

The establishment is well-run. We ate downstairs because my husband shouldn't climb steps. (I didn't know to ask for this when I made the reservation, so it might be nice to let people know that most seating is upstairs.) We were greeted by the couple, who may be the owners. They accommodated us quickly and very attentively. The menu was varied, with an array of seasonal, seafood, and classic Italian dishes. My husband had the carmelized brussel sprouts, which was a huge portion and probably the best sprouts we've tasted in the city. My house salad had nuts, berries, and cheese and cost a $5 upcharge with my entree. Both our entrees were sensational, They came out of the kitchen piping hot and remained that way for the duration of the meal. The waitstaff and bartender were real pros and took excellent care of us. Our tab came to $155, including a 20% tip, which surprised us somewhat, but the quality and portion size made up for it. Parking in a public lot next door made for easy access to the building, I would like to go back when the temperature allows us to eat outdoors. I highly recommend DeBlaze at 131.

Four of us went to this restaurant for the first time before a Christmas show. My husband has ALS and is in a wheelchair and they quickly noticed and placed us at an accessible table and removed a chair for his comfort. ADA issues do not exist here - they were prepared and very accommodating. We started out with meatballs and focaccia with squash dip for appetizers. Drink list is extensive - it had interesting holiday options - but we just had Chianti and helltowne beer. We got chopped and arugula salads to share - I don’t even typically enjoy arugula but the salad looked interesting and we devoured them. They were absolutely delicious. Our entrees were tagliatelle, ricotta gnocchi, sausage and pepper pizza, and rigatoni vodka sauce. Everything was amazing. All four of us immensely enjoyed our meals. Gelato for dessert. Server was polite and attentive. It was one of the best experiences and amazing food that we’ve had in a restaurant downtown in ages. This place is a gem. We will be back 100%.

We were celebrating my wifes birthday and had a great dining experience. Our server was engaging and added to the dining experience. All food orders were delicious and service was prompt. My wife enjoys celebrating her birthday at Bakersfield. Thanks for a great birthday dinner.