43 Best Japanese Restaurants in Pittsburgh

“We went for a valentines dinner and had a magical night. We were seated along the window with a mesmerizing view of the best city out there. We ordered the experience with saki after a couple of tasty cocktails, which was great because it took the deciding out of it and gave us a great selection of what they had to offer. Angela was our server and was a joy to spend the evening with. She explained every aspect of the meal with a charming delivery. We can't wait to go back on another special occasion. -Sam & Alli“

“This is the kind of place that I don't really want to rate that high because I want to keep it to myself. but they need ratings so that they can keep their doors open. so that I can enjoy this food for a long time to come. which is the best. and boba tea is Two Doors. it's an all-in-one white girls dream“

“I love this place. I can’t say enough about it, the service, the portions, the grade of fish I was served, everything is always spot on. I’d recommend the seaweed salad and the sushi and sashimi platter.“

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If you’re looking for a spot that’s actually worth the money… Umami Japanese Restaurant did NOT disappoint. We ordered a mix of everything🤤 Blood orange Pork Chop, nigiri, chirashi, pork belly & chicken thigh skewers and cocktails❤️‍🔥 every single plate was top tier! The flavors were super fresh, well-balanced, & you can tell they really care about quality. The pork chop was juicy with that perfect char on a bed of funnel & pear shreds. The chirashi bowl was BEAUTIFUL, fresh cuts of fish, generous portions, and just overall chef’s kiss 💋 Even the smaller bites like nigiri were done perfectly. Cocktails were just as good (and fun names too 👀). Everything came out looking like a full experience, not just a meal. Not to mention the dj was 🔥🎶
Total was about $220 for everything we got, and honestly… worth it! 💯 If you’re debating it: YES, go! This is one of those places where you leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit. Follow me on TikTok to see more reviews on Umami: @ Lala.Miyagi & @ Taste.It.Lala 🍴“

“I recently ate at Kiku and the sushi was the best I have ever eaten. The sushi was fresh and delicious, as it has been every time I have eaten there. It is definitely the best sushi in the area. You can taste the true flavor of the fish without sauces or spices. At Kiku you will enjoy an authentic sushi experience that won't disappoint.“

“Delicious donburi (rice bowl with toppings), yummy Japanese curry! Casual, order at counter. Quick friendly service! Can’t wait to try more of their menu!“

“$33 all you can eat sushi - great deal and food was great!!!“

“I 2nd the comment “Best Sushi in Pittsburgh” Fresh fresh. Sweet Potato Tempura Appetizer is the bomb. Just found this hidden gem, I’ll be coming back again & again. Must try 5 star Sushi“

“We dined here for my daughter's birthday. The food was top-notch. We ordered a bunch of small plates and sushi rolls. Nothing disappointed. Our server was attentive and excellent. Standouts: rickrolld (roll); miso soup; street noodles and pot stickers. I will return.“

“been here a few times now, the food is always awesome, best sushi I've ever had hands down. couldn't recommend this place enough.“

“I have too many words to share to describe this establishment. Tonight was my first experience dining here, after a day date with my boyfriend we decided we were in the mood for hibachi. The first mistake we made was driving from Robinson to Carnegie to dine at Benihana‘s. Within thirty minutes of being there, we left (but that’s another story) Unsatisfied and still very hungry, we decided to stop in at Sapporo’s. They didn’t open until 4:30 (at this time it was 4PM) and noticing the website says reservations only, I called to make sure it was okay we dine in. The man on the phone said what time can you be here and I informed him we were already in the parking lot. He told me “I’ll see you in thirty minutes” The moment we walked in we already knew we made the right decision. The table we sat at was full of kind people. Everyone was talking, sharing stories, laughing etc. it literally felt like we were sitting at the dinner table with FAMILY. The chef came out who happens to be the owner. A one man show, and boy did he kill it! The food was so fresh. I had the filet and scallops and it was cooked to perfection. Not only did he make a great meal. He shares stories himself, took the time to actually enjoy our company and show his appreciation that we were there. He must be the sweetest man I’ve ever met. His wife was very pleasant as well! The waitress was so accommodating and very on top of things with her being the only one there. I honestly think this is the longest review I ever made… I could go on and on but long story short, you will NOT be disappointed with Sapporos.! Living nearly 5 minutes away, this will be our forever date night spot!“

“Great food , good service!!!“

“Got take out from here tonight! It was absolutely delicious. Great prices, good portion sizes and the best Yumyum sauce I’ve ever had! We will definitely be back!“

“This is my new favorite sushi spots. The food was phenomenal, service was excellent and overall the restaurant is very clean. Only thing I will say is that it’s a bit pricy, well worth it though.
For reference the photo that I posted was the sushi I got plus a 20$ bottle of sake. Came out to 88$ + tip.“

“Awesome experience will be back“

“This place is fantastic!I used to work in SHV, and I would have killed for a sushi joint like this back in those days. Based on the prices and location, I would have never expected such a high quality meal with such a pleasant staff experience. I believe the gentleman who assisted me was named Bawi (I could have misheard). He could not have been more kind and gracious. I was there at the end of the night after a fairly slow weekday for them, and he was telling me how they make all of their Sushi fresh --every single day. Since they would not be carrying any of their pre-prepared rolls into the next day, he sent me home with a few samples of some rolls to try something new and share w/ my family. We loved everything!I highly recommend giving them a chance the next time you find yourself in or around the food court!“

“our server Nimra - outstanding drinks - Yummy food - exceptionall overall experience - price less“

“We ate here on Christmas Day and the staff was so courteous. My son mentioned that he is vegetarian and the chef made his food before any meat touched the griddle. It was such a small thing and we didn’t ask for this—they just did it. What a lovely touch that put my son at ease. Will come back for sure!“

“We dined here for the first time and found it to be excellent! We went for lunch, so it was $17.99/person. We loved the all you can eat aspect; the food was delicious and fresh. The man who seated us and our server Megan were both incredibly friendly!“

“Top tier teriyaki! I've been to many places and I always make a trip to visit this spot when I'm in town. I've been eating here since I was a kid and would recommend it to anyone and everyone. Everyone is very nice and made it a great and pleasant experience which always keeps me coming back!“

“the best spring roll in Pittsburgh be back“

“The tonkatsu ramen was amazing! The sushi had generous cuts of fresh, melt in your mouth salmon. Service was very friendly and welcoming. Go there!“

“Beautiful place for dinner and the food astronomical good!“

“Great food I love this place“

“Absolutely wonderful menu, service, and food! Always a pleasure to dine here. Love to support one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh.“

“An amazing, inviting environment to share delicious dim sum and traditional Cantonese dishes! Every aspect of the experience, from the well crafted cocktails to the impeccable service is without equal in the area, while also providing a more relaxed, family style vibe to the experience. One of my main "go tos" when dining out!“

“Visiting from out of town. We live in central PA so there’s not much Japanese food. When it’s cold out katsu curry just hits the spot and theirs is absolutely delicious. Loved how the spice builds and the rice soaked up the curry. The beni shoga is delicious on top of curry dipped bites of katsu“

“WOW. I ordered a sushi bowl with mixed greens, corn, kimchi, tofu, seaweed strips, wasabi, and ponzu. Soooo good! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Amazing gluten free crepes! Fast service, great flavor! I will definitely be back for more!“

“So many choices! Everything we had was awesome!“

“Had a wonderful dinner at Katana recently. The atmosphere is great and the menu has a lot of variety, but what really stood out was the service. We were lucky enough to have Leo as our server. He was knowledgeable about the menu, timed the courses perfectly, and had a great attitude. It’s rare to find such professional service. Highly recommend asking for him if you visit!“

“The owner is so nice and the shrimp ramen was amazing. The other people in my group got beef ramen and a chicken dish that they loved too. Hope to come back next time we’re in the area!“

“5 star sushi and some very creative options to choose from. My 5 year old and I are the only ones in my house that like sushi so I took her on a mommy and me date here. She loved it and so did I. If you're a fan of Crab Rangoon you will not be disappointed by the Crab Rangoon roll 😋“

“The seating is a little tight, I wish they would expand. Their food on the other hand to delicious, out of all the ramen places I have tried in Pittsburgh, this one is my favorite, even their appetizers are very good. The service is usually very good, this last time I went the waitress was a little rude, but ill give her the benefit of the doubt because it was very busy and she was probably frustrated.“

“Best food in allegheny county. Love coming here.“

“Very fresh and handmade food including the dumplings and noodles.very fast service,and they bring you water without asking the dumplings and soup were all very delicious and the portion sizes are large. The place is really clean,and close to the museum. Definitely recommend!“

“Delicious hibachi food and setup!! We always make it a point to drive 2 hours a few times a year for their hibachi! Worth the drive!!“

“just got to order tonight from them and it was definitely the food that I needed to hit the spot. as for the quality of food, outstanding. But I went through a third party so the delivery was late LOL but that's okay, when I got it it was still hot and the quality did not diminish so I'll definitely be ordering from China Wonk again.“

“Big fan of this place. Nice Pittsburgh spot with great service and decor that transports you to somewhere not Western PA. I stop in here semi often, but the scenery is nice and the cuisine is pretty good. Prefer to sit at the bar than the restaurant space but to each their own. Cheers!“

“5 star sushi and some very creative options to choose from. My 5 year old and I are the only ones in my house that like sushi so I took her on a mommy and me date here. She loved it and so did I. If you're a fan of Crab Rangoon you will not be disappointed by the Crab Rangoon roll 😋“

“Great experience, made reservations and got seated right away. Waitress was awesome, she took our drink orders as soon as we sat down. Soup and salad came really fast after we placed our orders. Chef showed up quickly and did a great job, food was really good!!“

“I’ve been coming here for years and I always request Cassie as my server because she pays so much attention to detail. This past weekend, I saw her helping out in all areas of the restaurant. She is so quick on her feet, efficient and has an effortless flow. We love coming here because of her and the hibachi tables ofc! She is a joy to be around. Def recommend the food and her service!!!!“

“Wasn't worth the 40 minute drive or the $120 bill for 5 ppl with one of them being 3.“