I have had two completely opposite experiences here. My family and I went here in November for a birthday celebration. It couldn't have been better. Their fried oysters appetizer was a huge hit. The meal was quite good. In fact it was so good, I received a gift card for the holidays so we could go back and enjoy it again. Last weekend I returned - and was SO disappointed. The salad lacked flavor and taste. Our fried calamari was beyond bland. The veal chop special was tough and unpleasant. Fortunately, they hit a home run with the stuffed trout. Amazing. If the Capstone Grill had consistency, I'd be a regular.
One of the best choices in the area. The crab cakes at Capstone are the only ones I am willing to eat. Big chunks of lump crab, loosely packed and with very little binding - you actually get to taste the crab and not a giant mess of vaguely seafoody, deep fried gunk. The crab dip was also good, very cheesy with a ton of crab. Lots of fish, decent steak, add on seafood options for entrees. I've never had problems with service. It can get busy, but I haven't had to wait more than a few minutes.
(5)
Kelly C.
We visited Capstone Grill about a month ago. (Completely forgot to review) We were very disappointed. The prices were high and food was mediocre at best. For the prices they are charging the portions are small and the food is poor quality. We were really hoping to like it since it is convenient and we have a lot of coupons from fundraisers our kids have sold. Even with the discount we won't be going back.
(1)
Bryan W.
Don't get to the South Hills much anymore but we were happy to see Capstone thriving on a Sat night even with several new options in the area. Always liked it here. Our dinners were excellent, as was the service even though it was packed.
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Jeff F.
Boneless beef ribs were delicious. Got the rice pilaf side and it was a perfect complementary dish. FYI: The following isn't something that typically happens. Aka the 4 stars. My roommate asked for a med rare steak and it came rare. Oh and that was after her clam chowder came out luke warm....
(4)
Jeff S.
Have you ever tried your wife's dish and liked it better than yours? Happened to me on my last visit. The crusted halibut was awesome! Tuna appetizer was good but not great. The monk fish was good but not great. next time I'll take my wife's lead and order the halibut.
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Sara T.
Favorite restaurant ever. I always get the crab cake and clam chowder. Not that the other stuff isn't good, but those are my absolute favorites.
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Hubert T.
I was underwhelmed with my Peppercorn swordfish; it was less a steak and more a patty. By contrast, others in my table were very happy with their crab cakes and clam chowder. The beef veg soup was also very good. Service was very good.
(3)
Jason H.
Abosully horriable. First of all My son got violently sick on their food. Puls our Appetizers were not hot but the Lettuce in the salads were and the lobster was way over cooked. When we complained to the manager the owner came out and was totaly rude and did not correct any of the problems. Horriable experence all around. Will never go back and suggest you don't go there either.
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Patti T.
Seafood is the specialty here. A wide variety available (10+ types of fish, shellfish) with the diner in charge of the major decisions of what method and/or sauce. Part of me thinks this is a good idea, opening up a multitude of variations, and part of me thinks this is a cop-out on the part of the kitchen--failing to make a decision what best suits each seafood. I chose Alaskan Halibut. First decision was the smaller (6oz) or larger portion. Then, I needed to select a prep. Some of the options that I can recall: Cajun, English (butter+bread crumbs),Simply Char Grilled, Basil Aioli, blackened. There are MANY more options. I went with Parmesan Peppercorn cream sauce. I was then asked what temperature (such as rare, medium, well etc). For halibut? Loved the fish! Really. The best piece of fish I have had for a really long time. I opted for a "Cauliflower Mash" as a side instead of baked potato. Bad decision. Just the sort of dish that gives cauliflower a bad name. It was a strange texture, loaded with some kind of cheese and it smelled (like stinky cauliflower did when my mom used to boil it to death) Desserts offered are all cakes, pies and pastries from Bethel Bakery. So, they were definitely quality, but another cop-out. Nothing offered was house made. Random Notes: there are tv's here & there around the place. We were able to watch Pitt lose in the NCAA first round. Service was average; our waitress forgot a few items and had to be reminded, but I got the impression that she had quite a few tables.
(3)
Jr A.
Stopped in on a whim on a Friday night. The place is very small and congested. Every table is literally only a foot away from another table. You see and hear everything. Even getting up and trying to use the bathroom is challenge . The food was mediocre at best. I had the seafood pasta. The sauce was watered down to a point where it looked like clear liquid in some places on my dish. No flavor at all. The service was very slow but friendly. Not a pleasurable dining experience.
(2)
Courtney B.
We went here on a Saturday night and I was overall impressed with Capstone Grill. They do not take reservations but you can call ahead and get on a waiting list. We went early so we were seated right away. Our waitress, Rachel S. was WONDERFUL. She quickly took our orders, checked on us often but was never a bother, drinks kept full and plates cleared quickly. We got the lobster, crab cakes and ichiban appetizer and it was all very good. My husband had the English Style (lightly breaded) Halibut and I had the Mahi Mahi with a honey mango sauce. All around great food, the fish was very fresh but there could have been a little more flavor in the sauces. I though the honey mango sauce was pretty bland but the fish was so good it didn't matter. Dessert was an almond torte that was also good. We had gone out the week before to Cure and had HORRIBLE HORRIBLE service (wonderful food though) so it was nice to have a great server. I would definitely go back!
(4)
J H.
Very nice seafood selection. Always busy but the food is excellent. Fried shrimp is always very good. Lenten special of shrimp and scallop dumpling soup was very creamy and nice. Salad is nice. I felt the creamy lemon dressing would definitely be something I would come back for. Not a great location if looking for an intimate night out for two.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
Rugger W.
I have had two completely opposite experiences here. My family and I went here in November for a birthday celebration. It couldn't have been better. Their fried oysters appetizer was a huge hit. The meal was quite good. In fact it was so good, I received a gift card for the holidays so we could go back and enjoy it again. Last weekend I returned - and was SO disappointed. The salad lacked flavor and taste. Our fried calamari was beyond bland. The veal chop special was tough and unpleasant. Fortunately, they hit a home run with the stuffed trout. Amazing. If the Capstone Grill had consistency, I'd be a regular.
(3)R P.
What can I say my fiancée and I simply loved this restaurant. We have eaten at other more expensive seafood restaurants but this one is as good, if not better, and overall we found the prices to be very reasonable. Our appetizer, crab stuffed mushrooms, was very tasty. The crab cakes were some of the best we have ever had....delicious!! I had the almond encrusted tilapia that was in banana butter which I really liked. We will definitely be back again
(4)Lauren K.
One of the best choices in the area. The crab cakes at Capstone are the only ones I am willing to eat. Big chunks of lump crab, loosely packed and with very little binding - you actually get to taste the crab and not a giant mess of vaguely seafoody, deep fried gunk. The crab dip was also good, very cheesy with a ton of crab. Lots of fish, decent steak, add on seafood options for entrees. I've never had problems with service. It can get busy, but I haven't had to wait more than a few minutes.
(5)Kelly C.
We visited Capstone Grill about a month ago. (Completely forgot to review) We were very disappointed. The prices were high and food was mediocre at best. For the prices they are charging the portions are small and the food is poor quality. We were really hoping to like it since it is convenient and we have a lot of coupons from fundraisers our kids have sold. Even with the discount we won't be going back.
(1)Bryan W.
Don't get to the South Hills much anymore but we were happy to see Capstone thriving on a Sat night even with several new options in the area. Always liked it here. Our dinners were excellent, as was the service even though it was packed.
(4)Jeff F.
Boneless beef ribs were delicious. Got the rice pilaf side and it was a perfect complementary dish. FYI: The following isn't something that typically happens. Aka the 4 stars. My roommate asked for a med rare steak and it came rare. Oh and that was after her clam chowder came out luke warm....
(4)Jeff S.
Have you ever tried your wife's dish and liked it better than yours? Happened to me on my last visit. The crusted halibut was awesome! Tuna appetizer was good but not great. The monk fish was good but not great. next time I'll take my wife's lead and order the halibut.
(3)Sara T.
Favorite restaurant ever. I always get the crab cake and clam chowder. Not that the other stuff isn't good, but those are my absolute favorites.
(5)Hubert T.
I was underwhelmed with my Peppercorn swordfish; it was less a steak and more a patty. By contrast, others in my table were very happy with their crab cakes and clam chowder. The beef veg soup was also very good. Service was very good.
(3)Jason H.
Abosully horriable. First of all My son got violently sick on their food. Puls our Appetizers were not hot but the Lettuce in the salads were and the lobster was way over cooked. When we complained to the manager the owner came out and was totaly rude and did not correct any of the problems. Horriable experence all around. Will never go back and suggest you don't go there either.
(1)Patti T.
Seafood is the specialty here. A wide variety available (10+ types of fish, shellfish) with the diner in charge of the major decisions of what method and/or sauce. Part of me thinks this is a good idea, opening up a multitude of variations, and part of me thinks this is a cop-out on the part of the kitchen--failing to make a decision what best suits each seafood. I chose Alaskan Halibut. First decision was the smaller (6oz) or larger portion. Then, I needed to select a prep. Some of the options that I can recall: Cajun, English (butter+bread crumbs),Simply Char Grilled, Basil Aioli, blackened. There are MANY more options. I went with Parmesan Peppercorn cream sauce. I was then asked what temperature (such as rare, medium, well etc). For halibut? Loved the fish! Really. The best piece of fish I have had for a really long time. I opted for a "Cauliflower Mash" as a side instead of baked potato. Bad decision. Just the sort of dish that gives cauliflower a bad name. It was a strange texture, loaded with some kind of cheese and it smelled (like stinky cauliflower did when my mom used to boil it to death) Desserts offered are all cakes, pies and pastries from Bethel Bakery. So, they were definitely quality, but another cop-out. Nothing offered was house made. Random Notes: there are tv's here & there around the place. We were able to watch Pitt lose in the NCAA first round. Service was average; our waitress forgot a few items and had to be reminded, but I got the impression that she had quite a few tables.
(3)Jr A.
Stopped in on a whim on a Friday night. The place is very small and congested. Every table is literally only a foot away from another table. You see and hear everything. Even getting up and trying to use the bathroom is challenge . The food was mediocre at best. I had the seafood pasta. The sauce was watered down to a point where it looked like clear liquid in some places on my dish. No flavor at all. The service was very slow but friendly. Not a pleasurable dining experience.
(2)Courtney B.
We went here on a Saturday night and I was overall impressed with Capstone Grill. They do not take reservations but you can call ahead and get on a waiting list. We went early so we were seated right away. Our waitress, Rachel S. was WONDERFUL. She quickly took our orders, checked on us often but was never a bother, drinks kept full and plates cleared quickly. We got the lobster, crab cakes and ichiban appetizer and it was all very good. My husband had the English Style (lightly breaded) Halibut and I had the Mahi Mahi with a honey mango sauce. All around great food, the fish was very fresh but there could have been a little more flavor in the sauces. I though the honey mango sauce was pretty bland but the fish was so good it didn't matter. Dessert was an almond torte that was also good. We had gone out the week before to Cure and had HORRIBLE HORRIBLE service (wonderful food though) so it was nice to have a great server. I would definitely go back!
(4)J H.
Very nice seafood selection. Always busy but the food is excellent. Fried shrimp is always very good. Lenten special of shrimp and scallop dumpling soup was very creamy and nice. Salad is nice. I felt the creamy lemon dressing would definitely be something I would come back for. Not a great location if looking for an intimate night out for two.
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