My girlfriend and I decided to have dinner here. We often past this restaurant when we visit this mall but never thought to try it. We know it is a chain but when we arrived we were given a choice of eating either outside or inside. We chose inside since it was extremely hot outside. They had a special offering on the menu so I wanted to try the grilled salmon over quinoa along with edamme peas. My girlfriend settled for steak with a rice blend. Both of us love French onion soup so our waitress whom we later learned her name was Melissa brought us the best tasting soup we tried. We asked for rolls and immediately got them with our soup. We both loved our entrees. I found the peas since they were still in their pod a little hard to crunch on but otherwise we were full and very satisfied. We had no room for dessert even though we were offered it. We found the place wasn't too crowded so it just met our needs. We certainly will return here on a future visit.
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Phil G.
Surprisingly tasty Thai Chicken with asparagus. I recommend substituting the rice because it was too bland to warrant the carbs.
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Morgan M.
I was there yesterday and my boyfriend got the fish and chips. It was amazing. So today I figured I'll get that for lunch. It was not even close to being the same thing. It was not crispy and was entirely to greasy. The meals change with the staff there is no consistency. I went back yesterday as a second chance. And then today I was disappointed again.
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Keri K.
A friend of mine swears by Houlihan's- she's pushed me over from thinking its mediocre to being a fan...ive been 3-4 times for lunch and the salads are good especially the one with blackberries. Last night was my deciding factor on giving Houli's a 4 star rating...I had a deliciously comforting stuffed chicken breast served with mashed pots and asparagus. It was a great meal! The chicken had a parmesean crusted coating and the stuffing was a white cheese. It was just what the doc ordered!
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Chelsea S.
i've had decent food and service a few times, but it's honestly iffy on the food, so i stopped going for a little while. i went one night recently with some friends for late night drinks & food on the patio. the food wasnt th the best and had little effort put into it. I ordered the southwest grill wrap, however it wasn't even wrapped! i went to take a bite and half of it fell out.. as if it should've been called a soft taco, not a wrap. also, i understand it was late night, but the fries were just terrible because of the old old grease. i ate about 3, then handed them over to my s/o without saying my opinion who later agreed they tasted terrible. They were grease sogged + luke warm as if sitting around waiting for us to order them. the worst concoction for a french fry. i know none of these reasons are horrifying, but i'm not going to waste time and cross my fingers that my food is good. There are too many places to eat in the robinson area for the exact same price and I bet your food is atleast hot!
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Erin H.
Love it here! Don't let the bad reviews deter you! I always get the French dip and my wife always tries something different and we are never disappointed. The lettuce wraps are the best you can get.
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Katie K.
Great service but the food was horrible. Today is my birthday and we decided to check out houlihans in Robinson for the first time. I ordered a chicken fettuchini alfredo, it was overpriced and it didn't come with a side. It was dry, the plate felt like it sat in the window for 20 mins, the plate was hotter than my food itself. The noodles were so dry that i had to ask for extra alfredo sauce. The cook then gave me about an ounce size cup for my birthday meal. Thanks. And then to hear my husband and 2 kids also complain about their food was really the icing on the cake. My husband ordered the french dip which the bun was so hard and the auju tasted like hot water, he had to add salt and pepper just to give it flavor. Their kids menu consists of hamburgers and chicken fingers so we were forced to order a hamburger for my one son and my other son wanted shrimp so we ordered an appetizer without the hot chili sauce on it. When my son took one bite his mouth was on fire. I didnt want to make a big deal about it so i didnt say anything but it tasted like they accidentally put the sauce on it then dropped it back it the deep fryer to get the sauce off but the flavor was still there. We were so over it at this point, we asked for 4-5 boxes and left. We couldnt eat any of the food so we boxed it up just so we didnt hurt anyones feelings. My husband wanted to see about them singing happy birthday to me and giving me a free desert but it was just so disappointing at this point we just wanted to get out of there. We left and threw all of our food away. Our bill was $75 and on our way home, my husband was crying that my birthday was ruined and he worked all.day to pay for this dinner that was completely overpriced and discusting. I rate this a 1 out of 5 and the only reason is because our server was super friendly, this was not her fault she did everything to go above an beyond to atleast try to make us happy. I didnt say anything to her about us not liking our food because i did not want to get anything free or anything like that. Im just writing this so that other families out there are aware that this place is an OVERPRICED eat n park!!!!!
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Jeff N.
We went there at 5:30, thinking it would be busy on a Friday night and it was DEAD. That should be saying something... My young daughter ordered a grilled cheese off the kids menu, and sadly it was half a sandwich. Really, I just paid almost $3 for my soda, but you can't afford the white bread that it would take to make a kids whole sandwich?! Why don't you post that on the menu? We had wings as an app, which were okay...But nothing about them says I want business. I mean maybe a side of celery to the dish? Any dive restaurant that serve wings gives you that much... I had fish tacos- which the waitress said was popular- and they were nothing special. I gave this place 2 stars only because our server was nice and on top of refills, checking in. Otherwise, overpriced and not worth it. I should have used the money we spent there tonight to buy my wife that coach clutch at Macy's she was eyeing up... Lesson: I will never trust a place that is completely dead on a Fri. Night during dinner hours!
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Morgan D.
You know this place is deceiving. It's been there a few years but I never ventured in. I figured, how good could it be...it's a restaurant in the MALL. But I was pleasantly surprised. They have a very reasonably priced, yet still interesting menu and great drink specials. They have an active Twitter/Facebook thing going on, sending out special deals and contests to followers, which is something I appreciate. I love the design of the place to boot. The service has always been pleasant and the food is pretty darn good too. Most recently I had a burger there and it was cooked properly and had crispy bacon on top, which is a must for me. I really like the small plates menu they have, especially the spicy chicken avocado egg rolls. For a chain restaurant, they do a really good job at putting out some relatively classy food, and at a great price.
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Matt S.
Some of the worst food I've ever had in a restaurant. Absolutely horrible. The burger I got was dry and flavorless, and the side dishes tasted like cafeteria food. My wife got the fish tacos and I swear they mush have caught the fish in the Monongahela. I will never eat here again.
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A. H.
The food and service are both very good. We have eaten here many times and never had a bad meal. We like the daily specials, they are always something different and delicious.
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Rae W.
I have to say the general manager of this establishment is fantastic, it is very clear that she strives for the best. She is the nicest lady to deal with she is thoughtful and considerate. I will have to say because of her I will continue my business with this restaurant.
A group of us stopped here for dinner on the way to a weekend event in a Pittsburgh Airport hotel, having driven several hours thru the pouring rain from the DC-area. Needless to say, we were exhausted and famished. Something sit-down, casual, but not fast food. I remember Houlihan's from college happy hour days, but don't recall eating anything but nachos. This place was pleasant enough, but in a plain way, and the food wasn't particularly memorable. I ordered the Fish & Chips, but when I asked for some malt vinegar -- a pub staple condiment -- I got a look as if I had a 3rd eye (in the center of my forehead). "We have balsamic, we have white, but what's malt vinegar?" Never mind, I'll just use this catsup over here...
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Stacy M.
I like Houlahan's food and they have a nice selection of meatless items. This particular location presented us with genuine friendly service, which was a pleasant surprise.
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Morgan M.
The customer service after my review was excellent. They apologized for our service and kept in contact with me and welcomed me back to try and right things. Thank you everyone involved.
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Samantha S.
Its a chain and in a mall, but I don't care. These are far and few between where I travel, and I was excited to see one here when I was in Pittsburgh on business. I had this stuffed chicken breast with garlic cream cheese and mashed potatoes and I couldn't have been happier. Really hit the spot, and I was so full from it, I wish my hotel was within walking distance so I could have gone and taken a nap:) Loved! Loved! my server, and I wish I remembered his name. I am going to try to find it off my receipt. GREAT Service !!!
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Helen P.
Service is absolutely horrible. We would only see our server every 30 minutes or longer. Our friend's steak was overcooked. I would definitely not eat here again. Two thumbs down.
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Jeff B.
Houlihan's is a Houlihan's right? Well yes, and no. This one, located at the edge of a mall happens to have a very nice outdoor patio, with table service. And it's really quite a nice place for lunch or dinner with friends. Service here is very friendly and they have a new gluten free menu. The Parmesan fries totally kick butt. Trust me on this one. Yes, they are GF too.
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Jackie B.
The food is always very good when we visit. My husband thinks Houlihans lettuce wrap appetizer isn't as good as PF Changs. I love their smaller portion menu. Today I had their chopped side salad and "small portion" BBQ chicken flatbread. I have no complaints. :) The restrooms were nice and clean, which is a definate plus in my book.
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V. H.
Surprisingly varied and creative dinner menu! Many options with small plates and large apps to share. All kinds of sliders, multiple types of fries, salads and dips and such. 2 of us were able to order 5 small plates and walk away full. Recommend the mushroom flatbread, pulled pork slider and the mini scallops.
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Eric M.
Went in with the family around 11:30 am on a Saturday. There was no one in the dining area but when we left about an hour later the place was about half full. Our server (Matt) was efficient and polite. Ordered a side of mashed potatoes for my infant son. They showed up a little too fast, as though they we sitting in a warmer waiting to be scooped out. The wife ordered the angus burger minus the bun (she has a gluten intorerlance) with fries. She enjoyed both though she thought the burger was just a little over done even though she asked for 'close to well done'. I had the spinach, berries, goat cheese and chicken salad minus dressing. It was very good though the chicken seemed a little sparse. When it comes to chain restaurants, Houlihan's is average. I will go back again when I'm at the mall.
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Ava L.
The most arrogant server I have ever had in my life, Will. When he greeted us asking if we'd like anything to drink, I asked if they had a drink menu he snickered "yes , we have a drink menu" and stood there looking at us. He stood at server station with other servers joking around; seemingly laughing at our table. He took so long with the check that I had to walk into their service area to get my credit card back, and as I was walking out he laughed at me and my family. There was no manager present during entire meal. Unless you feel like paying to be insulted by snarky 20 somethings, don't eat there.
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Teresita C.
First off, Houlihan's is 3.5 stars, not 3. I usually reserve 4 stars for places I adore but it's still quite good, for what it is, which is a chain/mall/cookie cutter restaurant. What sets Houlihan's apart for me is the service, which is almost always fantastic. The day we visited I had a problem with my veggie burger, which was fixed immediately, and the manager came out to check and make sure the remedy was satisfactory. Our server Matt M. was a doll, energetic and sweet and personable, without being too over the top. We had the stuffed mushrooms appetizer and the arugula flatbread, which were both delicious, if not incredibly original. I originally ordered the veggie burger, which was inedible and was immediately replaced with the veggie enchiladas, which were good and filling. The happy hour prices are ridiculously cheap, so next time we'll come here for that.
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Address :100 Robinson Center Dr
Pittsburgh, PA, 15205
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Arlene M.
My girlfriend and I decided to have dinner here. We often past this restaurant when we visit this mall but never thought to try it. We know it is a chain but when we arrived we were given a choice of eating either outside or inside. We chose inside since it was extremely hot outside. They had a special offering on the menu so I wanted to try the grilled salmon over quinoa along with edamme peas. My girlfriend settled for steak with a rice blend. Both of us love French onion soup so our waitress whom we later learned her name was Melissa brought us the best tasting soup we tried. We asked for rolls and immediately got them with our soup. We both loved our entrees. I found the peas since they were still in their pod a little hard to crunch on but otherwise we were full and very satisfied. We had no room for dessert even though we were offered it. We found the place wasn't too crowded so it just met our needs. We certainly will return here on a future visit.
(4)Phil G.
Surprisingly tasty Thai Chicken with asparagus. I recommend substituting the rice because it was too bland to warrant the carbs.
(4)Morgan M.
I was there yesterday and my boyfriend got the fish and chips. It was amazing. So today I figured I'll get that for lunch. It was not even close to being the same thing. It was not crispy and was entirely to greasy. The meals change with the staff there is no consistency. I went back yesterday as a second chance. And then today I was disappointed again.
(1)Keri K.
A friend of mine swears by Houlihan's- she's pushed me over from thinking its mediocre to being a fan...ive been 3-4 times for lunch and the salads are good especially the one with blackberries. Last night was my deciding factor on giving Houli's a 4 star rating...I had a deliciously comforting stuffed chicken breast served with mashed pots and asparagus. It was a great meal! The chicken had a parmesean crusted coating and the stuffing was a white cheese. It was just what the doc ordered!
(4)Chelsea S.
i've had decent food and service a few times, but it's honestly iffy on the food, so i stopped going for a little while. i went one night recently with some friends for late night drinks & food on the patio. the food wasnt th the best and had little effort put into it. I ordered the southwest grill wrap, however it wasn't even wrapped! i went to take a bite and half of it fell out.. as if it should've been called a soft taco, not a wrap. also, i understand it was late night, but the fries were just terrible because of the old old grease. i ate about 3, then handed them over to my s/o without saying my opinion who later agreed they tasted terrible. They were grease sogged + luke warm as if sitting around waiting for us to order them. the worst concoction for a french fry. i know none of these reasons are horrifying, but i'm not going to waste time and cross my fingers that my food is good. There are too many places to eat in the robinson area for the exact same price and I bet your food is atleast hot!
(2)Erin H.
Love it here! Don't let the bad reviews deter you! I always get the French dip and my wife always tries something different and we are never disappointed. The lettuce wraps are the best you can get.
(5)Katie K.
Great service but the food was horrible. Today is my birthday and we decided to check out houlihans in Robinson for the first time. I ordered a chicken fettuchini alfredo, it was overpriced and it didn't come with a side. It was dry, the plate felt like it sat in the window for 20 mins, the plate was hotter than my food itself. The noodles were so dry that i had to ask for extra alfredo sauce. The cook then gave me about an ounce size cup for my birthday meal. Thanks. And then to hear my husband and 2 kids also complain about their food was really the icing on the cake. My husband ordered the french dip which the bun was so hard and the auju tasted like hot water, he had to add salt and pepper just to give it flavor. Their kids menu consists of hamburgers and chicken fingers so we were forced to order a hamburger for my one son and my other son wanted shrimp so we ordered an appetizer without the hot chili sauce on it. When my son took one bite his mouth was on fire. I didnt want to make a big deal about it so i didnt say anything but it tasted like they accidentally put the sauce on it then dropped it back it the deep fryer to get the sauce off but the flavor was still there. We were so over it at this point, we asked for 4-5 boxes and left. We couldnt eat any of the food so we boxed it up just so we didnt hurt anyones feelings. My husband wanted to see about them singing happy birthday to me and giving me a free desert but it was just so disappointing at this point we just wanted to get out of there. We left and threw all of our food away. Our bill was $75 and on our way home, my husband was crying that my birthday was ruined and he worked all.day to pay for this dinner that was completely overpriced and discusting. I rate this a 1 out of 5 and the only reason is because our server was super friendly, this was not her fault she did everything to go above an beyond to atleast try to make us happy. I didnt say anything to her about us not liking our food because i did not want to get anything free or anything like that. Im just writing this so that other families out there are aware that this place is an OVERPRICED eat n park!!!!!
(1)Jeff N.
We went there at 5:30, thinking it would be busy on a Friday night and it was DEAD. That should be saying something... My young daughter ordered a grilled cheese off the kids menu, and sadly it was half a sandwich. Really, I just paid almost $3 for my soda, but you can't afford the white bread that it would take to make a kids whole sandwich?! Why don't you post that on the menu? We had wings as an app, which were okay...But nothing about them says I want business. I mean maybe a side of celery to the dish? Any dive restaurant that serve wings gives you that much... I had fish tacos- which the waitress said was popular- and they were nothing special. I gave this place 2 stars only because our server was nice and on top of refills, checking in. Otherwise, overpriced and not worth it. I should have used the money we spent there tonight to buy my wife that coach clutch at Macy's she was eyeing up... Lesson: I will never trust a place that is completely dead on a Fri. Night during dinner hours!
(2)Morgan D.
You know this place is deceiving. It's been there a few years but I never ventured in. I figured, how good could it be...it's a restaurant in the MALL. But I was pleasantly surprised. They have a very reasonably priced, yet still interesting menu and great drink specials. They have an active Twitter/Facebook thing going on, sending out special deals and contests to followers, which is something I appreciate. I love the design of the place to boot. The service has always been pleasant and the food is pretty darn good too. Most recently I had a burger there and it was cooked properly and had crispy bacon on top, which is a must for me. I really like the small plates menu they have, especially the spicy chicken avocado egg rolls. For a chain restaurant, they do a really good job at putting out some relatively classy food, and at a great price.
(4)Matt S.
Some of the worst food I've ever had in a restaurant. Absolutely horrible. The burger I got was dry and flavorless, and the side dishes tasted like cafeteria food. My wife got the fish tacos and I swear they mush have caught the fish in the Monongahela. I will never eat here again.
(1)A. H.
The food and service are both very good. We have eaten here many times and never had a bad meal. We like the daily specials, they are always something different and delicious.
(4)Rae W.
I have to say the general manager of this establishment is fantastic, it is very clear that she strives for the best. She is the nicest lady to deal with she is thoughtful and considerate. I will have to say because of her I will continue my business with this restaurant.
(4)Séamus C.
A group of us stopped here for dinner on the way to a weekend event in a Pittsburgh Airport hotel, having driven several hours thru the pouring rain from the DC-area. Needless to say, we were exhausted and famished. Something sit-down, casual, but not fast food. I remember Houlihan's from college happy hour days, but don't recall eating anything but nachos. This place was pleasant enough, but in a plain way, and the food wasn't particularly memorable. I ordered the Fish & Chips, but when I asked for some malt vinegar -- a pub staple condiment -- I got a look as if I had a 3rd eye (in the center of my forehead). "We have balsamic, we have white, but what's malt vinegar?" Never mind, I'll just use this catsup over here...
(3)Stacy M.
I like Houlahan's food and they have a nice selection of meatless items. This particular location presented us with genuine friendly service, which was a pleasant surprise.
(4)Morgan M.
The customer service after my review was excellent. They apologized for our service and kept in contact with me and welcomed me back to try and right things. Thank you everyone involved.
(5)Samantha S.
Its a chain and in a mall, but I don't care. These are far and few between where I travel, and I was excited to see one here when I was in Pittsburgh on business. I had this stuffed chicken breast with garlic cream cheese and mashed potatoes and I couldn't have been happier. Really hit the spot, and I was so full from it, I wish my hotel was within walking distance so I could have gone and taken a nap:) Loved! Loved! my server, and I wish I remembered his name. I am going to try to find it off my receipt. GREAT Service !!!
(4)Helen P.
Service is absolutely horrible. We would only see our server every 30 minutes or longer. Our friend's steak was overcooked. I would definitely not eat here again. Two thumbs down.
(2)Jeff B.
Houlihan's is a Houlihan's right? Well yes, and no. This one, located at the edge of a mall happens to have a very nice outdoor patio, with table service. And it's really quite a nice place for lunch or dinner with friends. Service here is very friendly and they have a new gluten free menu. The Parmesan fries totally kick butt. Trust me on this one. Yes, they are GF too.
(4)Jackie B.
The food is always very good when we visit. My husband thinks Houlihans lettuce wrap appetizer isn't as good as PF Changs. I love their smaller portion menu. Today I had their chopped side salad and "small portion" BBQ chicken flatbread. I have no complaints. :) The restrooms were nice and clean, which is a definate plus in my book.
(4)V. H.
Surprisingly varied and creative dinner menu! Many options with small plates and large apps to share. All kinds of sliders, multiple types of fries, salads and dips and such. 2 of us were able to order 5 small plates and walk away full. Recommend the mushroom flatbread, pulled pork slider and the mini scallops.
(4)Eric M.
Went in with the family around 11:30 am on a Saturday. There was no one in the dining area but when we left about an hour later the place was about half full. Our server (Matt) was efficient and polite. Ordered a side of mashed potatoes for my infant son. They showed up a little too fast, as though they we sitting in a warmer waiting to be scooped out. The wife ordered the angus burger minus the bun (she has a gluten intorerlance) with fries. She enjoyed both though she thought the burger was just a little over done even though she asked for 'close to well done'. I had the spinach, berries, goat cheese and chicken salad minus dressing. It was very good though the chicken seemed a little sparse. When it comes to chain restaurants, Houlihan's is average. I will go back again when I'm at the mall.
(3)Ava L.
The most arrogant server I have ever had in my life, Will. When he greeted us asking if we'd like anything to drink, I asked if they had a drink menu he snickered "yes , we have a drink menu" and stood there looking at us. He stood at server station with other servers joking around; seemingly laughing at our table. He took so long with the check that I had to walk into their service area to get my credit card back, and as I was walking out he laughed at me and my family. There was no manager present during entire meal. Unless you feel like paying to be insulted by snarky 20 somethings, don't eat there.
(1)Teresita C.
First off, Houlihan's is 3.5 stars, not 3. I usually reserve 4 stars for places I adore but it's still quite good, for what it is, which is a chain/mall/cookie cutter restaurant. What sets Houlihan's apart for me is the service, which is almost always fantastic. The day we visited I had a problem with my veggie burger, which was fixed immediately, and the manager came out to check and make sure the remedy was satisfactory. Our server Matt M. was a doll, energetic and sweet and personable, without being too over the top. We had the stuffed mushrooms appetizer and the arugula flatbread, which were both delicious, if not incredibly original. I originally ordered the veggie burger, which was inedible and was immediately replaced with the veggie enchiladas, which were good and filling. The happy hour prices are ridiculously cheap, so next time we'll come here for that.
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