SOBA Lounge

4.7

2852 Reviews

$31 to $50

Pan-Asian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Good for business meals

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.

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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 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
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
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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Popular dishes

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

Soup & Salad

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

Small Plates

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

Dim Sum

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

Large Plates

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

Noodles & Rice

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

What 2,852 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
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

SOBA Lounge is a standout dining destination in Pittsburgh, renowned for its "amazing service" and "excellent food." Guests love the inviting ambiance and attention to detail, especially during special occasions. The menu offers innovative Asian cuisine, with standout dishes like the "best Pad Thai" and "amazing bao buns." Service is consistently praised as welcoming and attentive, elevating the overall dining experience. Whether celebrating a birthday or enjoying a casual meal, SOBA Lounge is "always an exceptional experience."

2,852 Reviews

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Ellen John
New York City
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Jeffrey the manager went above and beyond and our waiter was wonderful in helping make my mom’s 96th bday perfect!
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Michael
Pittsburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect. I am frequently there. Ashley- server. 1st time I’ve seen her. Best server I’ve ever had. She was sweet,’funny, attentive. Love her. Great seeing Jeff per usual. So nice to go to a place where the manager remembers your name. Even the valet was great. Food so good. I ate way too much and would do it again. Love it
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Moira
Pittsburgh
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I could eat here every day and never be sick of it.
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John
Pittsburgh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Great food, we unfortunately got sat in a private area - just us and a wedding party. It was awkward and very noisy. Not sure why you would seat a couple in an area with a wedding.
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Sarah
Pittsburgh
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was good but cold. Service was slow. Overall ok but would have liked to address the temperature of the food in a timely manner
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Alyson
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails, flavorful, fresh food. Beautiful setting.
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Paul
Pittsburgh
51 reviews
3.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
my first review of SOBA which is not 5*; we've been coming for years and years our drinks were flat and not cold; my wife's Kir Royale (champagne included) was not bubbly and was warm; My Prosecco had bubbles but was warm. This is what happens when the bar opens a bottle, pours some drinks, and then cant keep the bottle cold. also - why not chill the flutes? trust me, it makes all the difference in the world My wife's entree of Korean pork? was superb; the edamame was excellent; my app of crab cake dumplings was superb. BUT I always order the seared rare tuna entree; The tuna was warm at best - every other time it's like it's right off the grill/oven and is great; not this time. \ The restaurant was very busy - bit party upstairs "on the deck". we didnt see our server as often as we have at our other meals. We trust and hope our next visit will be like all of our earlier ones
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Michele
Pittsburgh
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server was excellent. The main meal took 1 hour and 1/2 to come to table
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Kenneth
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
excellent meal with mother age 97 and daughter celebrating 36th bday. service was excellent and both daughter and mother were recognized by staff and made to feel extra welcome. the food was superb. well done soba!
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Ezekiel
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a solid choice. Nice food and service. Pretty restaurant.
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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 2852 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

Nov 24, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

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 reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

79 Pittsburgh Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

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Crispy Tofu

Frozen Cashew Terrine

Tuna Tartare

Maki & Sashimi

Spicy Tuna Roll$18.00

Double Salmon Roll$17.00

New Soba California Roll$17.00

Vegetable Maki$14.00

Chirashi Bowl$26.00

Soup & Salad

Thai Corn Chowder$11.00

Chopped Salad$16.00

Small Plates

Edamame$11.00

Edamame Hummus$11.00

Roasted Mushrooms$17.00

Crispy Tofu$15.00

Burrata$15.00

Rock Shrimp Tempura$17.00

Tuna Tartare$16.00

Grilled Beef Skewers$17.00

Spicy Pork Lettuce Wrap$16.00

Spicy Tofu Lettuce Wrap$16.00

Dim Sum

Shrimp Shumai$16.00

Chicken Bao Buns$13.00

Chicken & Corn Dumplings$13.00

Pork Dumplings$13.00

Short Rib Eggrolls$16.00

Grilled Beef Skewers$17.00

Large Plates

Seared Rare Tuna$45.00

Korean-Style Miso Black Cod$47.00

Teriyaki Glazed Scottish Salmon$33.00

Korean Fried Chicken$32.00

Filet Mignon$52.00

Noodles & Rice

Pad Thai$27.00

Thai Chicken Curry$26.00

Drunken Noodles$29.00

Filet Bulgogi Dolsot Bi Bim Bap$34.00

Vegetable Dolsot Bi Bim Bap$26.00

Sashimi Bi Bim Bap$48.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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Does SOBA Lounge offer gift cards?

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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