Delicious, local and sexy...
Awesome. Awesome. Awesome. There really isn't a better word to describe this place. This restaurant has been on my list of places to try in Pittsburgh for a LONG time - and I finally got here!
I went during the polar vortex (when it was about -7 degrees without the windchill), and they had $3.00 valet parking for Spoon and BRGR. Perfect.
The waiters and waitresses were friendly and attentive - and they knew what they were talking about. There were so many delicious choices - but the staff had a way with words that helped me decide.
I went for the Alaskan Black Cod and Crab Cakes with root veggies, potato risotto, brussels sprout leaves and beets - #yum. Oh! And the bread that they served from BreadWorks...melt in your mouth good. Their menu changes often as they support Western PA farmers by using fresh and local ingredients - always a big fan of establishments that abide by the 'Farm to Table' movement.
The atmosphere was romantic - dark, quiet and calming. I didn't like that they sat us near the windows (a bit too much cold for the heavy curtains to keep out) - there weren't many other people dining due to the weather - so I would have thought that they would placed us a little more central in the restaurant, away from the cold windows...
They had a high top table for about 8 (maybe more) near a fireplace close to the bar - not sure if they consider that to be a separate bar area different than the restaurant - but I thought how fun it would be for a group dinner - great cocktails and delicious food.
I'll definitely be back.