44 Best Japanese Restaurants in Pittsburgh

“Literally my new favorite restaurant in PGH. Vibes were high end, eclectic, fun. Food was out of this world with flavor and quality. I had the beef rice bowl, pork belly skewer, mushroom skewer, and cabbage. And it’s affordable for what you get and the quality! You could get two skewers and spend $10-15. Very reasonable prices. Two people sharing large meal plus appetizer and three skewers was $50 with tip. Very reasonable“

“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.“

“Otaru is one of the high-end restaurant in Pittsburgh area. The sushi and sashimi that they use are very fresh and flavorful. To our surprise, the dishes that hits the spot was the tomato marinade with honey lemon, and the soft shell crab with yuzu mustard don. The only dishes that was not too impressive was the dessert. Overall, drinks are good, the view is great and the service is good. Also I would say is the place is a little small so it does get loud when crowded.“

“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.“

“$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“

“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“

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

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Food and pricing is great. The server checked in several times which is great for all you can eat. Atmosphere is clean and open.

I enjoyed all of my rolls and appetizers. There's plenty of fish and non fish items for everyone.“

“This place had been on our list for a while and we ended up deciding to try to get in for an impromptu date night. They were able to squeeze us in without a reservation and we had a great time. The vibe was casual but uniquely upscale and it was really cool to be able to watch the kitchen team work. The cocktails and food were inventive and everything was delicious, which we expected based on the reputation, but it even exceeded our expectations. We got two sushi rolls, the toyko street noodles, and the potstickers and that was a good amount for two people to share. Overall would highly recommend if you want a fun chill night with incredible food and atmosphere!“

“Sashimi lunch with 15 pieces and a bowl of rice. 3 pieces each of 5 different kinds of fish included regular salmon and tuna, two different types of tuna and Black Marlin (cool new addition to things I’ve tried). Every bite was tasty but I liked the two different tunas and salmon the most. It came with Miso soup that was bare bones miso with no seaweed. I like a healthy amount of seaweed in my soup so that was a little disappointing. The hot tea comes in a heavy metal pot that keeps it hot. Way better that the places that drop a tea bag it the cup at your table. $57“

“Great food I love this place“

“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 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!“

“Wonderful rooftop experience with great food and great drinks! Definitely recommended!“

“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!“

“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“

“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!“

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

“Awesome experience will be back“

“I think they forgot my order but its possible someone else took it! We are in a food line at a mall. I wanted my money back for waiting over 25 minutes for my order. I was pissed to say the least. They told me that their register couldn't refund, so I got more pissed!! When I finally got my order, after much arguments, the food was fantastic! Even with the differences, I will absolutely go there again!“

“Great food , good service!!!“

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

“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!“

“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!“

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

“Had a spur of the moment Birthday dinner here. Hospitality was wonderful and the food was pretty good. Don’t expect a waiter, you’ll order on a kiosk or your phone, but you’ll still be served if you decide to eat in. Again fantastic service and food.🫡“

“This was a fantastic spot in every way. The food was delicious, and the servers were so attentive and accommodating. We had some specific questions about ingredients and dietary restrictions and they were able to answer all of them and make sure we could eat our dinner without worries. We sat outside and the atmosphere was great. The hiyashi chuka (cold noodle seasonal special) was excellent, as was the teriyaki. We will definitely be back!“

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

“Little pricey - $30 for AYCE but it’s good quality and fresh sushi. There’s a paid parking lot next door, not sure what the street parking situation is. Server was friendly.

Only suggestion would be free WiFi for customers as it’s a dead zone inside with no cell reception.“

“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 😋“

“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 😋“

“We had the privilege of dining here, and everything we ordered from bubble tea to fried fish and popcorn chicken to dumplings to green beans was delicious! The establishment was very clean, and service was excellent. A window into the kitchen showed that the dim sum is indeed handmade. Highly 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!!“

“Cozy, beautiful decor, low-light ambiance, excellent service, delicious food! The server kindly explained that there are actually multiple "kitchens" preparing the different types of menu offerings. We wanted to try a bit of everything!“

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

“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.“

“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 😋“

“This was the best Benihana experience we've ever had. We were visiting from out of town. The restaurant was clean and updated. The staff was pleasant and amazing. Loved our chef! He kept our group entertained from the teenagers to the retirees. Great time!“

“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.“