Reviews for Original Oyster House in Pittsburgh, PA
Best oysters in Pittsburgh, hands down. I'd stack them against any I've had along the Chesapeake Bay, as well. Don't let the... focused menu turn you away. We watched several groups come in, look at the menu, and leave. Critical mistake. Come in, soak upthe ambiance, and have the best oyster platter of your life. Read more
Wanted to love it? just a divey fish & chips shop. Gruff staff. Prices are low though. The place might appeal to those that like... ?industrial vibes?. Read more
Met the owner Mrs G and she gave us a tour and a story behind all the pictures on the wall. It's a must stop in Pittsburgh. Very... welcoming staff, and the food is delicious Read more
It had to be top three worst dining experiences in terms the quality of the food that I have ever had. The Crab cakes tasted... like no crab cake I ever had before, I ate 3 bites of 1 of the 2 cakes The coleslaw was bland and the New England clam chowdertaste fishy and was very watery. 2 stars bc the service and fries were good. Read more
Jumbo Fish = Yes!!! Delicious! If you are ever in town, you must stop by this Pittsburgh staple. This place has been around for... over 100 years! Owner Mrs. G (Renee) was our phenomenal waitress/server. She was attentive, down to earth and had greatconversation. Mrs G. gave us a history lesson and delivered one of the best fresh, light, and tasty fried cod sandwiches thatwe?ve had in a while. Note: Enter through the bar, they will guide you into the indoor seating and patio if you prefer to sitoutside. 2 beers, 2 fountain drinks, 2 fish and fries and chicken tenders all about $40. Read more
So this place has been going for over a hundred years. What do they care about reviews... The plain oysters were super fresh and... enjoyable despite being served in plastic and that was all. Everything else, from the crab cakes to the bloody Mary was soSALTY, it was barely edible. The coleslaw is a joke. Unfriendly. Read more
Came here for the first time ever on Good Friday to get some seafood and they did not disappoint! The service was SO fast and... friendly we were in and out in like 20 minutes! The food was delicious and we loved the atmosphere. Can?t wait to come back! Read more
For the folks on here who think think these are the best oysters they?ve ever had, I really don?t know what to say to them but... your standards must be really REALLY low. One said "better than the Chesapeake" LOL. Not sure how you can call yourself "TheOyster House" and you don't even serve them on the half shell! Absolutely 0 selections of oysters. The only ones they serve aretheir "shooters" (pictured). Abysmal. Took 1 and immediately spit it out into my napkin. We then proceeded to cancel the rest ofour apps and ask for the check. I asked the waitress if they were canned and she reassured me they were fresh. BUT why do youserve "fresh" oysters in a plastic ramekin? Our hotel down the street HIGHLY recommended this place but seems Pittsburgh ingeneral needs to up their oyster standards. Read more