After visiting Girasole on several occasions it becomes immediately clear that these guys think their shit don't stink....when in fact their shit DOES stink, badly. Now, this is not to say the food is inedible...actually some of the appetizers (I.e. the escarole) is quite nice. Unfortunately, the party stops there. The main courses are EXTREMELY overpriced (not unusual for Walnut St.). But if you're gonna charge $15 for penne with marinara sauce at least make it "to order". The owner has a glass of wine welded to his hand at all times...hardly the sign of a serious restauranteur. These guys are benefiting hugely from their location and the fact that Shadyside is home to A LOT of rich people who care as much (if not more) about ambience and less about taste.