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Yoshino was my favorite sushi spot in Pittsburgh! The maki combo #3 was a staple of mine. It comes with Spicy Tuna, Shrimp Tempura & Spicy Crab Roll for $21! The shrimp tempura is my favorite. The tempura is always super crispy and the eel sauce is great! Normally, I ordered Yoshino for takeout, but whenever I dined in, the service was outstanding. The waitress would regularly refill our water and tea. The presentation is always spectacular. I've gotten everything from a sushi boat to a sauce dragon. Would highly recommend Yoshino! read more

Yoshino - #3 Maki Combo - Japanese Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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This place was awesome. The interior decor was set up really nice, the service was very friendly and fast, the prices were pretty standard but very good during the lunch specials, and most importantly the food was not only presented well but tasted great as well. They put a lot of thought and effort into presenting their food, in all sorts of different dishes with decorations around it as well. Really adds to the experience. read more

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Jacques C.

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Yesterday, I ordered a Pekin duck to pick up. It was a terrible experience. The meat was hard, overcook. There was part of the duck that should had never been in there. I even had a bone. Button line I spent $42 and I regret every part of it. People should not be allowed to sale such bad dish. read more

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Julia H.

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Service was great the staff is very kind. There are so many options on the menu we had to get a little bit of everything. Started with the calamari and pork fried dumplings. Calamari was okay but the pork dumplings were deliciousss!! Entrees were the ramen which was great and the beef udon which i loved. Definitely a great spot for a nice casual lunch/dinner read more

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Christine C.

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Came here to escape the rain and after I was starving! So glad I did- the food was delicious and the presentation was so cute! I def recommend! read more

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Paul L.

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Had an excellent lunch at Yoshino. My daughter and I started with the sheggy roll. We loved it, especially the flamed salmon on top which gave it this subtle smoky flavor. It had a very artistic presentation too. For the main course, we shared the pan fried udon noodle with beef. Spot on. Great food, nice decor, good service. 5 stars. read more

Yoshino - Sheggy Roll - Japanese Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Gary N.

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Prompt courteous service. Ample quantity. Excellent quality, appearance, and flavor. Very reasonably priced.

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Danielle M.

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One of my favorite sushi spots in Pittsburgh! Always tastes fresh and prices are great! Love the combos. They also always get the order correct when doing pickup/delivery. Nice staff as well! read more

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It was a pretty decent sushi roll! Everything came out quick and ready to eat! Loved the decorated plate (believe it's colored Mayo). I got the sampler maki roll platter $16 and it was delicious but they all did have a similar taste. I would suggest checking it out! read more

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Sean M.

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Best! Everytime we eat, it's the best! Sushi is awesome and presented beautifully. Very friendly service read more

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Larissa K.

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I have been here multiple times and have always found the ambiance to be chill while also being attentive! The staff is patient and helpful. The food is so beautiful and yummy! Will always bring visitors to the city here. read more

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Jessica P.

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I have yet to eat in but I've grabbed takeout at least 10 times now. It's my favorite sushi that I've had in Pittsburgh. Staff is always super friendly as well. read more

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This is starting to become one of my favorite lunch spots. Their sushi is a work of art! The plating here is amazing for a regular sushi joint. The food always hits the spot and the staff is always great. They don't have a liquor license but can offer you wine on the house. It is clean and they can accommodate a large group. Highly recommend. read more

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Ryan S.

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Yoshino's service was pretty good. They have a very deep menu with a lot of different options, so I am excited to go back and try other items. I got the triple crown, which was really good, although there was a little too much sauce for my liking. Yoshino was busy but not too loud; I was still able to easily have a conversation. read more

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The cutest plating of all the food served. Pretty good sized restaurant on Walnut Street and the sashimi was surprisingly fresh. Great service. read more

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Hubby says this used to be a different Asian restaurant, and everything looks and tastes better now. We grabbed a quick dinner here before a concert at Third Pres. The kitchen was fast, and everything was delicious. We're subtly going to eat here again. read more

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Larry P.

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I'm so confused by these reviews. I stopped by on a Monday at noon for take-out with a friend. The place was literally empty until one customer came in and sat at the sushi bar. I got a $30 salmon teriyaki lunch that was inedible. The salmon was not fresh and it was extremely overcooked. Even worse, it was swimming in sauce. I'm sorry that I forgot to take a photo of it. I just pitched it in the trash. My friend got chicken and broccoli and said it was "fine." read more

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Lisa S.

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This is one of my favorite restaurants, the food is always amazing . The staff always welcomes you with a smile at the door. read more

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This is my second time here and everytime I visit, it's always a pleasant experience. The quality of the fish is there, presentation is nice and the prices are very reasonable read more

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Food was excellent & the presentation was amazing!! Their portions are pretty big too. Pricing-wise, it's pretty affordable. Such a cute little spot for families or for date night. 10/10 read more

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We did not mean to end up here for dinner but we are so glad we did! This was one of our best meals in a while. First off every worker was the nicest person. They were sooo friendly! We ended up getting the sushi and sashimi combo that was $40. It was wonderful. There was so much on it that I have not had before...so fresh!!! This came with soup so my husband had the miso and thought it was the best he ever had. I added wonton soup, and it was really good. The wontons were so good that I would love to taste the dumplings the next time we go, and there will be a next time for sure! read more

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EN L.

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Food was yum but I don't think it's worth the price that it is, especially considering the portions you get. Presentation was amazing though, service was nice and friendly read more

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Cara B.

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Such a cute and fun place to get sushi! The rolls are huge, and they decorate them in such a cute way. Food comes out fast too which is a huge plus. This is the perfect place for a date night or casual dinner with friends. I got the Monster Roll, which came with 10 huge pieces of sushi. Plenty to feel full and have leftovers! Definitely will be coming back again read more

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Olivia M.

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What a gem on Walnut Street! You get so much food for such a good price! Everything is so flavorful and was cooked to perfection. I cannot wait to get their food more often. The only downfall was that it was kind of...run down? One of the front doors was broken and looked like it had been for a while. Additionally, they had their silverware and stuff for table turnover in the middle of the dining room. It was a little strange, but I'll still go back. read more

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Bobby V.

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The food was delicious. Lots of gluten free options, including chicken tenders which were awesome. We went back again before we left.

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Thomas M.

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The large menu includes both Japanese and Chinese cuisine. For the quality and quantity of the dishes are reasonable priced. It's our Christmas dinner tradition read more

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Adam G.

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Excellent teriyaki and a nice environment. Great spot with many vegan options and good service!

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Julia B.

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I don't typically review takeout orders, but this one was too good not to highlight! My boyfriend and I ordered a sushi feast for dinner the other night, and we loved it! We picked some different rolls to share as well as salmon sushi & edamame. My favorite thing about Yoshino is the wide variety of specialty rolls they offer. Our favorites were the allison roll & pink pantheress roll. Both were super bright and had some spice. We both agreed that the edamame could use some extra flavoring, so we created a spice mix at home & coated that over the edamame. I will definitely be ordering from Yoshino again! read more

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Marlee B.

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Yoshino is consistently tasty and quick! Yoshino is THE Sunday night takeout spot. Most times they deliver food to my house within 30 minutes of ordering. My boyfriend enjoys their beef lo mien, general tsos, and salmon nigiri. I typically order sushi. The cucumber/avocado rolls, salmon, spicy tuna, and California rolls are all gluten free. When I've eaten inside the restaurant, the service was good and the food was just as tasty. Great window seats for people watching on Walnut street. read more

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Meghan M.

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I pick up sushi from here pretty regularly because I live so close. It's always been ready fast and it's great every time. I haven't sat down and eaten here before so I can't speak on the sit down service or atmosphere really, but the sushi is great! Only downside is that I find it's a little pricey but it's great quality. I really like that they have some fun veggie rolls also! read more

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Hadley Z.

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I have eaten here multiple times and it is consistently good. The staff is attentive and it has a quaint ambiance. I have rarely seen them on a long wait. We have tried appetizers, sushi, thai, and chinese options, but sushi is definitely their specialty. read more

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Rim G.

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I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious. The presentation is fantastic. The staff is nice and quick. The atmosphere is nice and classy. My favorite appetizers are: Tuna Salmon Ceviche and Mango Lobster salad The specialty Rolls are delicious. I tried the Monster Roll and the Love in the star roll. I have been here four times so far and I will go back again to try more food from their great menu. read more

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Sarah S.

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This is now my go to spot for takeout sushi in Pittsburgh! This is definitely some of the best sushi I've had for takeout. We got a few different kinds and they all came in a platter so we could share the different rolls. I didn't even need soy sauce for some of the rolls because they already had so much flavor. For anyone looking for sushi, give this place a shot! read more

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Ness S.

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Great food, decent ambience, and mediocre service :). I can't speak to all the food here, but the sushi rolls are quite good and also generously proportioned. Between the three of us we got the following rolls: The Mount Everest roll: 10 pieces of yellowtail and salmon with avocado. Delicious. Monster Roll: 10 pieces of spicy tuna, Kani, cucumber, avocado. Spider roll: 5 pieces of soft shell crab Orochi Roll: similar to spider roll but 10 pieces and came with spicy crab -- I liked it better. Marilyn Mon Roll: yeah you read that right :). 10 pieces of Soft shell crab, masago, cucumber. Was good. Sakan Roll: had eel and kani in it. Was great. Again 10 pieces. This was quite a feat to finish for three of us, but we managed :). Everything was great, except for the service, which let's be kind and say was on the curt side . read more

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Man! What a fun place to find. The food and the presentation were equally awesome. My friend had been here many times before. They have an entire bubble tea menu but! no bubble tea after 8pm. Honestly this is the best I've had in the area. The tea flavor was high quality not too sweet and the boba was perfect. Also, I really enjoyed the Mario Cart roll (crunchy shrimp and other yummy stuff.. pink rice wrapper) and I got the lobster avocado f salad. If you don't like wasabi it might not be for you! But I enjoyed it. Just kept chocking on the wasabi spice a little I am really excited to come back and enjoy this menu more! Plenty of options and their prices were reasonable. Also located on walnut which is a great area with plenty of shops to explore after. I was also happily surprised the wait time wasn't long even on a Friday night. read more

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Mike B.

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Kind of middling, but I can't tell if that's just my specific order or a more general issue. We ordered takeout on a Saturday afternoon, and the online ordering experience was great. The only ordering issue was the distinction between the Japanese/sushi side of the menu and the Chinese/Thai side of the menu (which is itself a weird grouping). It wasn't always clear where to find a particular dish (e.g., miso soup was on the Chinese/Thai side of the menu, for some reason). The food itself was mixed. The California roll was solid, but the hipster roll was kind of a mess. Beyond just the avocado of questionable quality, it seemed like the combination of ingredients was both out of balance and uninspired. The salmon poke bowl was probably the best item in our order: it was nicely arranged with nicely balanced ingredients. Overall, the restaurant was fine. It just wasn't sufficiently inspired for me to head back again. read more

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Anastasia W.

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Amazingly fresh fish!! That's what I'm here for! We got a large platter for four, along with one app, and couldn't even finish it, although we sure tried... ;) read more

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Tammy L.

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Sushi is good here and always beautiful decorated! My only qualm is that I've noticed the rolls get smaller over time, which is understandable with the cost of ingredients now a days. The Sakan roll was $16 and came with 8 pieces, but each piece was only a bit larger than the size of a quarter. Overall, the sushi is always good, but expensive in my opinion for the quality. read more

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Kris K.

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We were in Shadyside on a late Thursday evening, and settled on Yoshino. I'm sure this place gets crowded during the normal rush hours, but we were seated promptly to a booth of our choice. Yoshino had a great selection of maki, and if you don't go for the crazy "specialty" rolls, the prices were also quite reasonable. What I appreciated most was even the normal maki used really thick whole pieces, whether it was salmon or yellowtail or tuna. They plated everything beautifully, and particularly by sushi standards, our order came out promptly. read more

Yoshino - 10. Salmon Avocado Roll, #1. California Roll and Tuna Roll Maki Combo, 8. Yellowtail Roll - Japanese Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Julia B.

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A Walnut St. staple!! Yoshino surprises me again and again. From their thoughtful and unique dish presentation to fresh food, I've always had a great meal. Although admittedly lacking in ambiance, I find that the friendly service and food makes this a worthwhile stop. One of my favorite activities as a grad student living in shadyside is to grab a booth or a seat by the window and study with a side of sushi. You can even order bubble tea from the shop across the street from your waiter! read more

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5440 Walnut St
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Shadyside
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(412) 687-7423
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http://www.yoshinopittsburgh.com

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Hours

What time does Yoshino open?

Yoshino opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Yoshino opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Yoshino close?

Yoshino closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Yoshino closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.Yoshino closes at 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:30 PMSun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Yoshino take credit cards?

Yes, Yoshino takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Yoshino have catering options?

Yes, Yoshino does have catering options.

Does Yoshino serve alcohol?

Yes, Yoshino serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Yoshino allow dogs?

Yes, Yoshino allows dogs.

Does Yoshino have TVs?

Yes, Yoshino has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Yoshino have bike parking?

Yes, Yoshino has bike parking.

Does Yoshino have parking?

Yes, Yoshino has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Yoshino wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Yoshino is wheelchair accessible.

Does Yoshino have free WiFi?

Yes, Yoshino has free WiFi.

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1.1 mi

I recently visited Golden Gai for dinner. I made a reservation online ahead of time. We went on a…read moredouble date and I would not recommend that in the future. The seating is basically one giant bar area (with two standalone tables in the back), so not being able to sit across from each other made it difficult to carry conversations. However, we got to sit in the coveted orange chair which was cool! For a drink, I ordered the Fu Dog. Their drink menu has detailed descriptions and also illustrated pictures of the drinks. That was nice and helped me decide what I wanted to order. For food, I ordered the ikura (salmon roe) nigiri, and miso black cod. The food and drinks are delicious. It was also neat to be able to see the food and drinks being prepared. I thought this place was really neat and the food was great! I'll definitely visit again but just with a smaller party!

Golden Gai is a Japanese restaurant that currently offers dinner. Its menu lists starters such as…read moreedamame and miso soup, several types of maki rolls, several flavors of nigiri and sashimi, plates such as yaki wagyu and miso black cod, desserts such as chocolate-soy brownie, and drinks such as cocktails and sake. My husband ate dinner at this restaurant when it first opened in 2024, and we ate dinner together here recently. For our recent dinner, we had a reservation to sit at the bar counter. The hostess and waitress promptly seated us and politely spoke with us. The waitress mentioned the daily specials and explained that the restaurant flies in fish from Japan. The chefs prepared our foods in a reasonable time. Our starters were the Ginger Salad (4 stars, slightly too much ginger dressing but fresh greens and carrots) and the Spicy Tuna Rice Cake (4 stars, my husband commented on the fried rice but liked the tuna, avocado, mayo, and jalapeño). Our main courses were the Spicy Scallop Maki Roll (4 stars) and the Nigiri Plate (4 stars, two pieces each of lean tuna, salmon, hamachi/yellowtail, and added otoro for $54). My dessert was the Matcha Misu (4 stars, tiramisu cream, matcha honey tea, and lady-finger cookie). My husband's impression one year ago was that employees in Bakery Square were initially excited to have a sushi restaurant but then thought that the quality did not quite match the higher price. We have eaten sushi in many restaurants in Pittsburgh and in Japan, and after my dinner here, I agree with him. Nevertheless, if you like sushi, then I think that Golden Gai is worth a try.

Good selection of whiskies

Chocolate brownie - soy brownie, miso caramel, caramelized white chocolate, freeze dried ice cream, whipped cream

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Kappa - Okinawan rum, matcha, rice milk, green mango, coconut, cucumber, bitters

Ginza

Ginza is hands down my favorite spot in the city for a bento box lunch! I honestly have not found…read moreanywhere else that does it as well as they do. My go-to order is always the chicken katsu bento, and it is the perfect, filling lunch every time. It comes with a California roll, rice, and a few shumai dumplings, and you can choose either a side salad or miso soup. I love that it feels like a full, well-rounded meal without having to think too hard about what to order. I've dined in once before and had a great experience, but most of the time I call ahead for pickup or order through Uber Eats. Either way, the quality is consistently excellent. This has been a reliable lunch staple for me for years, and I keep coming back because it never disappoints.

We stopped by last Tuesday night around 8pm. There was no one in the restaurant so plenty of tables…read morewere available. We ordered two rolls and they were brought out very quickly. The rolls we got were solid and tasty. Is it the best sushi we ever had? No, but it was fast, still pretty good, filling, and it hit the spot.

Ika sushi, spicy scallop hand roll and I'm not sure the name of the other two rolls.

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Mango milk tea

Mayasushi

4.7

(55 reviews)

1.3 mi

Continues to be very well done. This is a somewhat unassuming space, but they have some room for…read moredining in and an excellent takeout game. I've been generally impressed by the quality of the sushi. We ordered takeout this time, and everything was extremely well packaged and presented. In terms of the food, we focussed on fairly standard maki rolls: a spicy salmon roll and a spicy California roll. Both were very nicely done. We also tried the veg farm roll, and that was a nice vegetable forward option. Not life changing, but nicely done. We also opted for a vegetable poke bowl, and that was also good. Basically the same combination of vegetables as the veg farm roll, but in a bowl format. The bowl was good, but it was lacking some sort of sauce or glaze that might have pulled things together. It was easy enough to toss on some condiments of our own, but the bowl could have been better. Overall, I this is my favorite sushi destination in Squirrel Hill. It's very clear that the owners are invested in turning out a high quality experience, and that's exactly the type of business I like to support.

Hidden gem! This spot is located in Squirrel Hill. The sushi was very good and the display of it…read morewas also so pretty. Staff are friendly. Prices are reasonable as well. Definitely worth checking out. Ambience is nothing special but felt comfortable. Great spot for date night, or dinner with friends!

From left to right: spicy California roll, Philly roll, Angel roll, spicy yellowtail roll.

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Mochi ice cream

Noodlehead

the khao soi was sooo yummy i loveddd it. noodles were very qq. only note is that the chicken was a…read morelittle bit dry so i'd recommend trying tofu the see yew was really tasty too and not too salty i wasn't the biggest fan of the pad thai tho bc it was kinda soggy

When we visit our daughter, Noodlehead is a must-visit spot…read more On 5 prior occasions it's been great. This time, at lunch, they were off their game. Service was efficient but brusque/distracted. My noodles were dry and bland, and quantity was about 70 percent of normal. The other 5 at the table also felt their food was just alright. I'm please they take cards now: the cash-only model was suboptimal. And, the bring-your-own drinks approach is excellent. Overall, I'm a fan and will go back. But, this visit was just three stars.

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Church Brew Works

We enjoy the theme of this Brewery. It is such a large space. They have several different beers and…read moreit's just a cool experience. How many places can you say where you're drinking beer inside the church. They do have a restaurant here and when we stop by on a Monday night, they were we're pretty steady. There is street parking around this location as well. I had the strawberry rhubarb summer ale. It was very light, but still had great room. An easy summer drinker. My husband had the pious monk dunkel and enjoyed it - come to find out - he had it before the last time we were here!

Well, start with this venue is top-notch very impressive, and all the extra detail that has been…read moreleft as part of the church is totally awesome. As for the food, I have zero complaints. It was totally excellent and really, really enjoyed it. My same complaints as most of these kind of places the beer is never cold enough. Why can't they be colder....this is my only complaint...so

Shrimp margherita pasta

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Front alternator area

The Nook

We arrived at 9am on a Saturday which is when they allegedly open according to their website…read more(Google says 8am) and there were already tons of people seated and even a table that diners had finished eating at so there is definitely something inaccurate with their published hours. Thankfully we didn't have to wait for a table for 3 (the folks in front of us in line most have had a bigger table and were given a wait time). I really enjoyed the vibe here as well as the food. I tried the waffle Benedict and thought it was great. Definitely worth a visit for breakfast but their weekend hours should be updated if they open they open before 9am...

This joint has been on my list of places to try for a while now. Was it worth the 53 minute wait on…read morea Saturday morning? Yes, yes it was. There was a friendly gal at the door taking names and numbers. I could hardly believe the wait time but decided to put down my name and do a little window shopping during the wait. We were eventually called and texted to let us know our table was ready. Our table was in the very back corner, next to a group of girls loudly talking about their drunken escapades the night before. It was entertaining to say the least. Our server was super friendly and accommodating to dietary restrictions/modifications. I ordered a Turkish Benedict on gluten free toast.... So. Good. Amazing flavors. My daughter got the croissant avocado toast which she loved. I also got a pistachio latte and was pleasantly surprised to see the used pistachio butter and not a syrup. It was lovely. I had to keep my child from drinking it all! While the wait was long, it was definitely worth it. The space is smaller than I imagined. The food came out fast for how packed it was. It's worth it!

Restaurant interior

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Outdoor seating

Nicky's Thai Kitchen

Nicky's is easily in the top 5 of best Thai I've had in my lifetime. Flavors and ingredients always…read moreslap, portions are plentiful, and as busy as tgey get, the service is fast. My friend and I dined there on July 4th. I got the Pad See Ew - noodles were soft yet springy, and the spicy / smoky / garlicky flavor of the dish is like nothing you get anywhere else. I am also not usually a dessert person, but this visit, I made an exception. The mango coconut ice cream with the sticky rice was a very special treat, particularly on this hot and muggy day. I don't even normally love mango, but yesterday I did. Just perfect, can't ask for more. Five stars.

I ordered this food for delivery from DoorDash. This is my first time trying this place for lunch,…read moreand I was incredibly disappointed. Though the flavors were mostly good, the food was poor in quality. I ordered Pad Thai and Pumkin Curry. The Pad Thai was mushy, the tofu was cooked weird, and there was no spice though I ordered it medium. The Pumpkin Curry was undercooked with hard pumpkin chunks so it was hard to eat. I chose this place as an alternative to my normal place, and I can say that I won't be ordering from here again. Please note, I would've given this one star if I had picked it up myself or eaten in restaurant. I am giving two stars because I feel that delivery may have worsen the quality, so I'm giving the benefit of the doubt.