SOBA Lounge

4.7

2900 Reviews

$31 to $50

Pan-Asian

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

20:30

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Booked 28 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

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!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Pan-Asian, Asian, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
Phone number
(412) 362-5656
Website
http://soba.kitchen/
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.

Location
5847 Elllsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Area
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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Spicy Tuna RollUS$18.00
avocado, cucumber, tempura, spicy aioli
Double Salmon RollUS$17.00
avocado, asparagus, jalapeño, tempura, king salmon roe
New Soba California RollUS$17.00
surimi, hamachi, jalapeno, cucumber, avocado, tobiko, tempura, lemon
Vegetable MakiUS$14.00
asparagus, persian cucumber, avocado, togarashi
Chirashi BowlUS$26.00
tuna, salmon, hamachi, tobiko, seaweed salad, avocado, yuzu ponzu, shiso, sushi rice

Soup & Salad

Thai Corn ChowderUS$11.00
roasted corn, panang curry
Chopped SaladUS$16.00
papaya, mango, daikon, avocado, iceberg lettuce, mint, basil, cashews, coconut tempura, spicy miso dressing

Small Plates

EdamameUS$11.00
sea salt
Edamame HummusUS$11.00
cilantro, lemon, garlic, orange oil, taro chips
Roasted MushroomsUS$17.00
maitake mushrooms , basil cashew cream, miso, sweet soy, chili crisp, shiso
Crispy TofuUS$15.00
jalapeño, peanuts, cilantro, lemongrass sauce
BurrataUS$15.00
crostini, ikura, yuzu kosho, arugula
Rock Shrimp TempuraUS$17.00
spicy aioli, tsume, ponzu, chives
Tuna TartareUS$16.00
green chili vinaigrette, avocado, radish, taro chips
Grilled Beef SkewersUS$17.00
peanuts, arugula, massaman curry
Spicy Pork Lettuce WrapUS$16.00
crispy rice, thai chilis, peanuts
Spicy Tofu Lettuce WrapUS$16.00
crispy chickpeas, green lentils, pickled red onion, green beans, roasted corn, peanuts

Dim Sum

Shrimp ShumaiUS$16.00
chives, tobiko, yuzu ponzu
Chicken Bao BunsUS$13.00
korean fried chicken, gochujang aioli, dill pickle, smoked trout roe
Chicken & Corn DumplingsUS$13.00
roasted corn, basil, sweet vinegar dipping sauce, fried or steamed
Pork DumplingsUS$13.00
sweet vinegar dipping sauce. fried or steamed
Short Rib EggrollsUS$16.00
red cabbage, glass noodles, hot mustard, sambal sweet & sour
Grilled Beef SkewersUS$17.00
peanuts, arugula, massaman curry

Large Plates

Seared Rare TunaUS$45.00
sesame crust, korean barbeque sauce, kim chi, cucumber salad, ginger fried rice, peanuts
Korean-Style Miso Black CodUS$47.00
pork belly, rice cake, bok choy, ssam jang, pine nuts
Teriyaki Glazed Scottish SalmonUS$33.00
summer squash, bok choy, sticky rice, avocado puree
Korean Fried ChickenUS$32.00
gochujang, chili sambal mashed potato, arugula, pickled carrot, breakfast radish
Filet MignonUS$52.00
crispy potato, arugula, orange, grapefruit, miso demi-glaze

Noodles & Rice

Pad ThaiUS$27.00
rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, tofu, peanuts, mung bean sprouts, cilantro
Thai Chicken CurryUS$26.00
egg noodles, yellow coconut curry, bok choy, pickled red onion, cilantro, lime
Drunken NoodlesUS$29.00
rice noodles, filet, bamboo shoots, mung bean sprouts, basil, thai chilis
Filet Bulgogi Dolsot Bi Bim BapUS$34.00
beef tenderloin, poached egg, pickled shiitake, mung bean sprouts, kim chi, nori, gochujang
Vegetable Dolsot Bi Bim BapUS$26.00
crispy tofu, summer squash, bok choy, poached egg, pickled shiitake, mung bean sprouts, kim chi, nori, gochujang
Sashimi Bi Bim BapUS$48.00
tuna, salmon, hamachi, tobiko, seaweed salad, avocado, yuzu ponzu, sushi rice, pickled shiitake, pickled red onion, crispy quinoa

What 2,900 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
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

SOBA Lounge offers a "unique and inviting menu" with a blend of East Asian flavors. Guests rave about its "outstanding food" and "amazing service." The restaurant's "beautiful and hip" ambiance complements its "delicious" dishes, making it perfect for special occasions. Valet parking and attentive staff enhance the dining experience.

2,900 Reviews

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TobyC
Pittsburgh12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service, our waitress was attentive and helpful. The food was exceptional. Korean prepared snapper was delicious as was the Thai curry chicken. The latter portion was huge. We always love and share the crispy tofu as appetizer.
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DavidH
Pittsburgh5 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed our visit, the first in a while. Though the Spicy Tuna Crunch needed a bit more flavor, but other dishes were solid
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic as always. Service was good including valet. My biggest draw is the ambiance… I love the darker quiet and more intimate environment of Soba. 10/10 will come back.
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Beth VIP
Pittsburgh38 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always have a great dinner and service at Soba. It is one of my favorite restaurants.
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bethany
Pittsburgh7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very delicious - loved the sea bass special, would come again
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Sarah
Philadelphia1 review
3.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Soba is a very aesthetically pleasing space. It wasn’t too loud, the lighting was calming. Our waitress was nice and helpful. The drunken noodles and crispy rice fell a bit short of our high expectations, but the lychee martini and coconut shrimp were by far the best things we had! I would go back just to order those.
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Peter
Pittsburgh2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drinks were great, Sichuan dumplings were phenomenal. Entrees (Thai curry chicken and pad Thai) were disappointing. For the price I can’t say they were better than I could’ve gotten for a third the price at smaller restaurants. Lacked flavor, good portions though. Not worth the price
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Mohamed
Orlando4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and excellent service. I will definitely come back!
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Colin
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic ambience, great service, and outstanding food. You will not be disappointed.
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lauri
Pittsburgh4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ambiance atmosphere service and food all delightful experience on Valentines Day 💝
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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 2900 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 booking

2 people

10 Mar 2025

20:30

Select a time

Booked 28 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5847 Elllsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Additional information

Cross Street
College Avenue
Area
Shadyside
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://soba.kitchen/
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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SOBA Lounge

Make a booking

Select a time

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

79 Pittsburgh Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

Maki & Sashimi

Spicy Tuna RollUS$18.00

Double Salmon RollUS$17.00

New Soba California RollUS$17.00

Vegetable MakiUS$14.00

Chirashi BowlUS$26.00

Soup & Salad

Thai Corn ChowderUS$11.00

Chopped SaladUS$16.00

Small Plates

EdamameUS$11.00

Edamame HummusUS$11.00

Roasted MushroomsUS$17.00

Crispy TofuUS$15.00

BurrataUS$15.00

Rock Shrimp TempuraUS$17.00

Tuna TartareUS$16.00

Grilled Beef SkewersUS$17.00

Spicy Pork Lettuce WrapUS$16.00

Spicy Tofu Lettuce WrapUS$16.00

Dim Sum

Shrimp ShumaiUS$16.00

Chicken Bao BunsUS$13.00

Chicken & Corn DumplingsUS$13.00

Pork DumplingsUS$13.00

Short Rib EggrollsUS$16.00

Grilled Beef SkewersUS$17.00

Large Plates

Seared Rare TunaUS$45.00

Korean-Style Miso Black CodUS$47.00

Teriyaki Glazed Scottish SalmonUS$33.00

Korean Fried ChickenUS$32.00

Filet MignonUS$52.00

Noodles & Rice

Pad ThaiUS$27.00

Thai Chicken CurryUS$26.00

Drunken NoodlesUS$29.00

Filet Bulgogi Dolsot Bi Bim BapUS$34.00

Vegetable Dolsot Bi Bim BapUS$26.00

Sashimi Bi Bim BapUS$48.00

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Review summary

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