24 Best Japanese Restaurants near Carnegie

“Interior could use a bit of updating, but was clean and comfortable enough (kudos on the St Paddy's day decorations!). As for the sushi, definitely some of the best in town. Had the dragon, rainbow, Pittsburgh, and red dragon rolls, and loved them all.“

“We ate here on a Saturday evening, with a reservation for two at 7.30pm. When we arrived the restaurant was quite full and we had to wait a little while before being seated. At that point, the service was very strong. We tried several dishes, including the salad, miso soup, sashimi plate, nigiri plate, and some hand rolls (mushroom, eel, scallop). We tried the tiramisu, chocolate pudding, and crème caramel for dessert. All in all, the food was tasty, the ambiance was relaxing and pleasant, and service was good. We had a very nice evening.“

“AMAZING experience ! I loved everything I ordered. I got the fried chicken, the fried tempura sushi roll, and the onigiri which was the highest quality tuna I’ve ever had in my life it was sooo good! We got a nice private room for my party and everything about this place is meticulously detailed! Go go go!!!“

“I stopped by yesterday to grab a quick lunch for me and a friend. It's a small spot with not a lot of seating (I counted 10 seats) that does a brisk takeout business. I ordered three specialty rolls for me and a friend and the food came out fairly quickly. The sushi itself was pretty good and was about $41 for three specialty rolls before tip. I would definitely come back and order again!“

“Our first experience at KIKU was highly memorable and a truly delightful evening! 5/5 stars all around! ⭐️ We made a reservation for 8 people which they easily accommodated, and the pacing of the many courses and dishes we all sampled was timely and thoughtful. We also requested a staff member who spoke Japanese because we are in a beginner’s language club trying to improve our Japanese and conversation skills. Yasuko B. was absolutely wonderful!! So patient, kind, and helpful in speaking with us and making it an extremely positive experience. She took great care of our table and made me feel welcome to try speaking in Japanese even though I am a beginner without a lot of confidence. I left feeling very inspired and motivated to continue seeking out experiences like this and hopefully meeting more kind people like Yasuko. All of the food was exceptional, and I especially loved the torikatsu, korokke, iidako, and beef tataki. The drink I ordered, Jade East, was hands down one of my favorite drinks I’ve ever tried. Also, the ube mochi was delicious! Overall, we loved everything about KIKU and we are already looking forward to our next visit. ありがとう ございました !“

“It's a nice place. It's a little small but it works for them in a casual stop-in-for-a-bite way. I enjoyed my meal enough that I think I'd enjoy a different selection more and would be happy to go again. They could use bigger bowls though. The portion is not at all at issue. I definitely felt it was generous but the size and/or maybe shape of the bowl made it a bit of a chore to eat.“

“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!“

“i came in on a tuesday with some girl friends and learned about the $5 margaritas and hand roll special. the server was so nice and helpful explaining everything and the food and margs were great! can’t be the price either! we’ll be back!“

“This is my favorite local restaurant for sushi! The staff there is so amazingly my and the best part of my meal is the free salad with my three rolls that it order. The restaurant is so clean and well light. Keep up the great sushi. Your sushi making staff is amazing and talented.“

“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!“

“this is a nice little restaurant. It's not big or fancy but the staff makes you feel welcome. The menu is pretty extensive & the prices are good & the portions are really good. I had their hot tea & it was very good. The food was excellent! If you enjoy authentic Japanese food & friendly staff then you should visit Ginza Japanese Restaurant!“

“I love this place. They have temporary ramp they can put out if you use a wheelchair. You might think this is a pain but what you should know is they City of Pittsburgh is really slow to give them a permit for a permanent ramp. They have been working on it for a long time now.“

“The fresh fry on the grill comes through and it tasted really good. I would definitely order again. The container is unfortunately styrofoam and it's the divided kind so you're not getting as much food as would fit a container without the dividers fyi. It's still a good portion and I had leftovers for lunch the next day.“

“After several other restaurants were closed or closing we stopped at Watami Hibachi Steakhouse and grabbed a menu, just to see what some of the offerings were. After viewing the menu, I just blurted out steak and shrimp with noodles?!? I have sampled many different Asian dishes, but I was completely and totally blown away!!!!! This meal is the milestone by which ALL future experiences will be measured!!! It is HANDS DOWN the BEST MEAL I've had in recent memory. The taste, texture and flavor ranked an 89 on a scale of 1 to 10 and will be my only stop for Asian food PERIOD!!! If this is any indication of the other menu items. I might begin to try sushi and other items beyond my usual taste preferences.“

“Absolutely delicious! My boyfriend and I drove 1.5 hours out here for his birthday because we've always wanted to try Korean BBQ, this place did not disappoint! We did the bbq grill and also got tofu kimchi jjigae. Everything was delicious and our server was very attentive and lovely. We had a great time and we will be back again soon!“

“This is a really awesome location and interesting fusion restaurant-night club in Pittsburgh. The DJ was really awesome, the space was open and welcoming, the facilities were very clean, and the overall experience was good! The drinks were club-priced, but that’s to be expected. I will be back!Parking: Unsure what the proper parking is.Kid-friendliness: 21+ only at nightWheelchair accessibility: Actually wheelchair-accessible, which is rare in Pittsburgh.“

“I've been to this location several times over the years and never had a bad experience. Everything is always fresh and they appreciate the business. I hadn't been there in a while and they still remembered me from my frequent visits. One of my favorite sushi places in Pittsburgh.“

“Hands down, the server was phenomenal. Very attentive and knew the menu well. This is only the second time I have visited this venue, and it certainly did not disappoint. Yes, there is better quality sushi in Pittsburgh...but sushi bomb has decent food for a very budget friendly consumer. We will be back!“

“Nice fast casual spot for a quick, healthy meal. The additional ingredients I got were all fresh, cucumber, and spring mix greens. The salmon sashimi was good. I made my base with steamed white rice. You get a lot of rice; I couldn't finish it. I will look for this chain in other cities for a quick, GF, allergy meal.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free options, they have an area for i gredients like Chipolte to add to meals. Depending on the allergy, it could be safe for you.Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, electric door button and small ramp/slope to get through door from side walk.“

“We’ve eaten there many, many times, the staff is very friendly, the service is excellent, and the food is very delicious, we’ve never received a bad meal from there. And there is always food to take home, the portions are incredible, and the price is very reasonable.“

“I love the original location, however this second location is a little more spacious. The prices are very reasonable, and the food is delicious Our order came out quickly. The bill is paid right at the table, which is much more secure and much speedier.“

“The food is always a 10/10. There are so many options on the menu, especially for vegetarians/vegans. My favorite vegetarian sushi is the classic avocado roll and the sweet potato tempura roll! Definitely don’t hesitate to plan your trip here.Vegetarian options: Most dishes offer tofu as a protein choice. They also have many sushi rolls without meat/fish. For appetizers, most are vegetarian but one of my favorites is the steamed veggie dumplings!Dietary restrictions: There are many dishes already prepared vegan/vegetarian, but most dishes can be modified as such. They also have great options for anyone following a gluten free diet.“

“This was a nice very reasonably priced small sushi establishment. Parking however was a nightmare, so if possible walk to this location. The staff was very friendly and gave me a good recommendation. I had the Eye of the Tiger Roll and it was great. It was spicy but I like it that way and in my personal opinion if you’re not crying a little bit then it’s not spicy enough. Haha. Hopefully this helped with your selection. Overall, I would definitely recommend to come here for lunch.“