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I went to Linguini’s for an end of semester celebration with my boyfriend and found it to be even better suited than I had expected it to be. I was only mildly disappointed at the lack of bread offered before the meal (which is something that I’m accustomed to at places like this), but the affordability, huge portion sizes and great tasting food more than made up for it.

Their pizza was fantastic (as was the pasta dish we shared both of) and our waitress was very friendly willing to give suggestions of her favorite dishes and seemed to genuinely love the food there. I’d definitely go there just to pick up pizza on a Friday night as it’s about the same price as any other pizza, but so much tastier!

My only complaints about the places was that it was a bit drafty and the service (though very friendly) was a big slow, but we did go at an odd time of the day and so they were a bit understaffed and are probably used to having more people around to fill the place with body heat.

I’ve eaten here several times now and I got to admit that the best way to go here is grab some friends, order a variety of their appetizers, try a few of the different beers (I really like their Fire Brick Brown Ale) and kick back and relax.

This is definitely more of a bar that happens to serve great food than a restaurant with great beer. They have a very large selection of beer there so it’s definitely a beer lover’s paradise. I’ve tried something new each time I’ve gone and have yet to be disappointed.

Their entrees are alright, but definitely lack the punch and true creativity of their appetizers. But then again, it’s a bar, what do you expect?

It’s a little bit of a tight fit, with everyone packed in to the small area, but I think that’s supposed to be part of the charm.

All in all? This is one of my favorite places to treat myself to in Pittsburgh especially after 11 when everything is half priced!!

The chef is obviously proud of his restaurant and all the love he has poured into everything on his menu. Although he makes all of the traditional dishes you would normally find at a hibachi grill, he has put thought and minor adjustments to most of the items to make them a bit more him and very tasty.

The food there has always been amazing when I’ve gone, but what I really go back for is the entertainment. The chef (yes, there is just one) is very friendly and charismatic. While most hibachi grills seem to stick to the same script for the meal and make very little effort to go beyond that, Captain Nemo’s chef goes above and beyond not only making conversation, but jokes tailored to each group and their age/interests/etc.

Some people are bothered when Japanese/Asian restaurants have non-Asian chefs, but Captain Nemo’s staff is so friendly that I don’t see how anybody could have a problem with that here.

I am someone who really loves to get to feel at home at a restaurant… like I could easily become a regular there and be welcomed and remembered as family and this is definitely a place that makes that feeling come easy.

I’d definitely recommend this to ANYONE who loves hibachi grills as some place much more laid back, but just as tasty (if not more so) than the norm. :)

I know, who would have thought that little old Fargo would have a sushi restaurant that was any good, but we do, in fact, have two of them. Of the two, Sushi Time is much better. Cheng, the chef, is both friendly and very skilled. He gives great sized portions at a very reasonable price.

If you ask to try something new or different he’s always got suggestions and is responsible for the variety of sushi I’ve had because of this. Even when I’ve not asked he often makes suggestions or asks if I’d like to try something new.

All of his food is fresh and his rice is always cooked perfectly.

Plus, how many times can you say that you’ve been to a sushi restaurant that’s inside of Irish Pub that’s inside of a hotel? Only in Fargo… only in Fargo…. Ha!

I love it though. Definitely a treat whenever I get a chance to go there and the #1 MUST GO restaurant on my list whenever I visit Fargo. If you ever get the change to go to Fargo and love sushi, be sure to check it out.

And if you love sushi and live in Fargo? Don’t be afraid to make yourself a regular, it’s sure to become a journey into new delights.

Oh, there’s also a bar menu too with lots of American foods for your friends if they aren’t sushi fans…

We kind of happened on to this restaurant by chance when my parents and I were checking out Pittsburgh for the first time. A lot of the places were booked and so we just kept walking until we got a bit lost and came upon this little treasure. While it was fairly busy, we didn’t have to wait too long before getting a table of our own and the wait was well worth it.

The restaurant is very long and narrow, with a bar covering about half of one of the walls. It definitely has a relaxed atmosphere, though that made my whole family feel more than comfortable though it was quiet enough to hear everyone without raising our voices at all.

The food here was so fantastic that when my parents came back to Pittsburgh to help me move they both insisted on going back to the same restaurant instead of trying some place new. It’s also someplace I take anyone who wants to spend a bit more for a nicer meal as entrees are $20-30 dollars.

While I went with the crab and chicken, there were many other amazing choices to include from including fantastic sounding pastas and stuffed fillets (I’ve been meaning to try the one stuffed with spinach, mushroom and feta). There’s also plenty of seafood choices as well as ribs, etc. Definitely something to interest everyone in your party.

For the complete menu you can check out:
http://www.restaurant.com/microsite-menu-image.asp

I’ve been to the bar on three occasions, the first with friends for their beer tour (where they basically bring out oversized shot glasses to sample their various beers) and the other two with family and both were a lot of fun. I’m a huge fan of relaxed atmosphere’s and this was one for sure.

As far as the food goes, I’ve found that they have some really amazing dishes and some that are alright. The ones that are good are really fantastic, but the others kind of lead to disappointment (like the mac n’ cheese which was all but flavorless).

I did not have the beer the latest time I went, but I’ve remembered enjoying them past visits and they do have a lovely variety of beers that they brew, which is always nice.

One thing though, the service can often be slow as the restaurant lends itself to people out for a long relaxed night out (i.e. it’s dining not eating). So when you go order a beer, sit back and enjoy your company and you’ll love the place as much as I do.

I ended up at this restaurant by chance when visiting friends in Cleveland that were running so terribly late I decided to grab lunch to pass the time and found this to be the coolest looking restaurant in the immediate vicinity to which we were supposed to meet.

Even though I was eating at an odd time, there were several others at the small restaurant which is always a good side. The inside is a fun atmosphere filled with bright and festive colors that make you feel sunny and a kitchen that’s open to the ordering area so you can see them preparing all the tasty dishes.

The chef took my meal himself and was insanely friendly. When I told him it was my first time and asked him for recommendations he got really excited, asked a couple questions and then told me that he knew just what to make me (An Avocado Chicken Burrito) and offered me some limeade to accompany it.

I wish to God I’d have looked at the menu for the real name of this burrito cause it was the best burrito of my life. I remember thinking while I was eating that it tasted like a dish that might be prepared on Iron Chef if the theme ingredient was avocado… and win. (Only with HUGE proportions!!) Seriously, this burrito could have fed me for AT LEAST 3 meals. The avocado was fresh, the chicken seasoned perfectly, and the flavor resonated through each bite.

Definitely a nice change from the normal “Mexican” food you find in Northern states.

If you honor the “When in Rome” saying than when in Pittsburgh, you really should eat at the Primanti brothers. This is more than just a local favorite, but a staple of the area and how they eat.

What makes Primanti Brothers so special is that all of their sandwiches come piled high with fries, coleslaw, tomatoes and provolone cheese… yes these are not sides but all ON the sandwich. And while I tend not to be a huge fan of coleslaw, the sweetness of this really adds to the sandwich. I also recommend adding an egg to the sandwich which is only another 50 cents!!

While I’m not as huge of a fan of the restaurant as the locals (I’m a fries on the side kind of girl), I do really enjoy it on occasion. My boyfriend, however, who makes a habit out of piling his side dishes on his sandwiches every chance he can get, finds a home at this local favorite.

Be warned: With all those sides piled on, sandwiches can become ridiculously sky high and very filling. For mid-light eaters, I’d definitely recommend sharing especially if you start off with an appetizer like another area staple: pierogies!

Another tip: the service here can be touch and go. Most often it is superb, but other days it’s been so god awful that I was tempted to not leave a tip (as a past server, something I NEVER do).

Now, I’ve never done Tapas before nor had anyone in our party, but when my parents came to town and my dad wanted to try something new I thought it’d be just thing since I’ve always wanted to do it. And it definitely was a hit all around.

The restaurant had a very fun feel to it, not too upscale, but just the right amount of trendy and relaxed. The music was a little loud, but we ended up catching an early dinner cause my parents had spent the day flying and were starving. I’m guessing when the place gets busy later in the night the music would be the appropriate volume.

The food was fantastic. We got two things each to share and so were able to have a variety of the dishes and love everything we tried. Our waiter kept the dishes coming out at an even pace making sure we were never sitting around waiting, but also did not feel pressured with too much food on the table. It was laid back and a very good place for a first meeting (my parents were meeting my long time boyfriend for the first time). It really took the pressure off and allowed for everyone to help dish people up to give a really positive atmosphere at our table as well.

The waiter was also very helpful in making recommendations on both food and wine. I’d definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice meal out. They also do meal and wine parings on occasion where they serve you a multi course meal each course paired with a new wine. And they have wine tours where you get 2 oz. of each wine on a list for a reasonable price to let you get a variety of flavors. It’s really a perfect place for either larger groups or smaller and more intimate ones.