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SOBA Lounge, Pittsburgh, PA

SOBA Lounge

4.7
4.7
2876 Reviews
$31 to $50
Pan-Asian

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for happy hour
Located in Shadyside, Soba draws guests in with plush comfort and gentle mystery, featuring a cascading water wall, glass staircase, and hand-painted murals. The spacious lounge and multiple dining nooks allow visitors to meet for drinks, share appetizers with friends, or enjoy a modern dining experience.

Soba cooks from the heart and features an array of small plates and entrees intended for sampling and sharing. The cuisine draws inspiration from China, Japan, South Korea and Thailand, though it also incorporates elements from other Southeast and South Asian cultures. Soba offers a seasonal cocktail list with both classic and contemporary offerings.

Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Asian, Sushi
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 362-5656
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jasmine Blackshear
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available through big Catering, part of the big Burrito Restaurant Group. For information please call (412) 361-3272 ex 210.
  • Private party facilities
    Soba has a number of elegant spaces that may be reserved for parties, ranging from 8 to 150 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Shadyside
  • Cross street
    College Avenue
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking
  • Public transit
    71C, 75 Ellsworth and the East Busway are all convenient to Soba
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,876 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Soba Lounge offers a consistently exceptional dining experience with a "great vibe" and "outstanding" Asian-inspired cuisine. Guests praise the "friendly and attentive" service, generous portions, and creative menu. The atmosphere is perfect for special occasions, and standout dishes include the "crabmeat dumpling" and "Korean-style red snapper." Perfect for celebrations!

2,876 Reviews
  1. Thomas

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good but not as good as it has been historically. A bit surprising that they took the Bibimbap off the menu which was disappointing to 3 members of our party.

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  2. MARISA

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Great restaurant, lighting and ambiance were perfect. Food was delicious however we waited over over 45 minutes for just the appetizers. Very slow service, could be due to holidays, however worth the wait.

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  3. cara

    Denver

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Soba lounge is excellent. We had two apps, three different entrees and 2 desserts and each was packed with flavor and beautifully plated. I recommend the rare tuna entree, the mushrooms on the appetizers - and the chocolate maki.

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  4. Brent

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and atmosphere were great. However, the seasoning on the dishes felt off—some flavors were too strong or didn’t quite work together. The accoutrements on the plates looked impressive but seemed added more for appearance than flavor, and they ended up distracting from the meals. With a bit more balance, the food could match the quality of everything else.

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  5. Aaron

    Pittsburgh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service here are the most tasty and consistent we have found in the area. Dahlia was our server this evening and she was great. It’s a one a month visit at this point.

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  6. Marie

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and unique as always. Great ambiance. Quiet—which is a nice change from most restaurants.

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  7. Daniel

    VIP

    Detroit

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience was excellent and the presentation of the food was great. The food was good, not amazing and had some serious problems. As is the trend with a lot of restaurants right now, the flavor profile of the food was given away to random spiciness. Almsot every dish was spicy including the salad and the avocado asparagus sushi roll! How is spicy seasoning supposed to mix with wasabi and soy sauce? Makes no sense. My teenage nephew, who had dinner with us, described it well when he said there just wasn’t much depth to the flavor profiles. I had the salmon which I will say was cooked perfectly with a beautiful crusty top, but it was destroyed by a sautéed vegetable mix that was way too salty and again too much (hot) spice. (And I like spicy food!) I regretted the very last bite when it was so full of salt, I almost spit it out. While this sounds extreme, I’m not saying it was bad but for the price it did not meet expectations. The best thing we had was the chicken, dim sum appetizer. Lots of potential here, but they need to work on their flavored profiles and chill with the salt and spices. Be a little more adventurism and don’t rely on salt and spice to carry EVERY dish.

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  8. Ahsan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a phenomenal experience at Soba. The ambience is great, the food is amazing (and the portion sizes as well, surprisingly), and their service was attentive and helpful but not too intrusive. We had a few concerns going there since my partner is allergic to seafood; however, their menu clearly marked vegan items that would be safe for her to eat (and she’s still breathing). We felt we certainly got what we paid for and will be coming back! Great for a date night or a vibe-y place to just hang out and have some great food.

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  9. sheryl

    VIP

    Pittsburgh

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Soba has a great vibe and excellent food. The service is always excellent.

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  10. Jocelyn

    Pittsburgh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This has been a go-to spot for us for many years. We especially like to bring out-of-town foodie friends here. The appetizers are creative and perfect for sharing. Anything with duck is a special "yes!" The service is consistently excellent. In a neighborhood where finding on-street parking can be a challenge, we really appreciate the free valet parking.

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FAQs

SOBA Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 362-5656.

SOBA Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 2876 OpenTable diners.

SOBA Lounge does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SOBA Lounge

5847 Elllsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Additional information

  • Cross street
    College Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Shadyside
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Asian, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking
  • Public transit
    71C, 75 Ellsworth and the East Busway are all convenient to Soba
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jasmine Blackshear
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (412) 362-5656
  • Catering
    Off-site catering is available through big Catering, part of the big Burrito Restaurant Group. For information please call (412) 361-3272 ex 210.
  • Private party facilities
    Soba has a number of elegant spaces that may be reserved for parties, ranging from 8 to 150 guests.
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