text: Sonoma Grille is one of the better spots that I have dined at in Pittsburgh I should start by saying that I have dined here about times but only at dinner Overall I really like the place but there are a few refinements that they could take on that would make the place a little better Overall the atmosphere and service are pretty good The atmosphere is not on the casual side but not too stuffy either I have experienced the occasionally inconsistent service experience though I loved Emily at the bargreat attitude and excellent service nnThe restaurant offers an extensive wine list with many by the glass but their markup seemed little higher that many places They also have a small selection about of microbrews on draft with other selections in the bottle that are appealingnot extensive in that regard but enough to keep a craft beer drinker from going thirsty nnOverall I would say the food is pretty good Certainly a cut above but not top of the line One of the things that the restaurant boasts is that it uses local and sustainable growers and suppliers for its ingredients A definite plus in my book In everything that I have had here the ingredients were definitely fresh and flavorful nnI have had a few different items here and they have all been pretty good My first time in I had the filet mignon which was very goodmashed potatoes were great with that as well I have also had the chicken and the salmon here and all were pretty good My one complaint about the food would be that they tend to overcook the meats a littlemedrare steak comes out more like medium welldone does not need to mean cooked dry that sort of thing The service staff and management always strove to make it right though which is something you do not always find anymore I have also had the stirfried vegetables on their mixed grill plate several times and they have always come out greatnot too firm or too soft with great fresh flavor nnDespite its few inconsistancies overall Sonoma Grille offers a pretty solid dining experience I definitely recommend a popin if you are travelling through Pittsburgh and are looking for a a pretty good bite paired with a great wine