On business from Lancaster, checked the menu and the food sounded delicious. Got there and ordered the Bronzino and pork belly in a spicy sauce. It was fantastic! The ambiance is nice and quiet. Ordered the best tasting vanilla ice cream and had a very tasty drink that I can't remember the name. The service was very nice and the order didn't take long. I would definitely come back.

I think this spot does good fusion food! It's really nice and trendy on the inside. The sushi is very fresh and the presentation is nice. I did not love the appetizers though. Usually you aim to impress with the appetizers since it's a small plate you need to make an impression with. But the tuna crispy rice was bad. The rice was chewy and stick to your teeth in a bad way like it was fried before and reheated. It was not crispy at all. I didn't love the fried tofu either, the texture was not good. My friends loved their mains though. I liked the drinks a lot, their drinks are really creative and fun with an Asian twist. The chocolate maki for dessert is awesome. Service was really slow honestly but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt since we had a big party and it was a busy Thursday night. I really wanted to like this spot since I've heard great things but it's only decent.

Soba has an upscale feel that's not stuffy and our food was delicious as well! It's hard to choose favorites but I loved my wok smashburger and the drunken noodles. I changed our reservation like three times and they were super gracious about accommodating our group of nine and were able to do separate checks! The only constructive thing I have to say is that it took a really long time for our checks to come and a friend was waiting for us at my house. Looking at my text message time stamps, we asked for our checks at 8:54pm and our server finally came back with our checks and credit cards at 9:28pm. Other people at my table said they saw her serving others during that time period.

We've been to Soba several times previously and enjoyed it a lot. But kept forgetting to write a review. This time we only took a picture of the appetizers - crispy tofu and spicy pork lettuce wraps. Dinner was so good we ate it before we could take photos! Our server was on it and checked on us periodically. Great space (a little dark and could use a little more lighting) with a cool vibe! Give it a try if you haven't been here yet.

Excellent Japanese-ish fusion in Shadyside "Hey, how about Soba?" "Soba is never wrong." Countless visits across many years: This upscale Japanese fusion bar/restaurant delivers consistently solid renditions on their seasonal menu which is supported by one of the better scratch bars in Pittsburgh. Staff is consistently gracious and atmosphere is warm. Highly recommended for dinner or light bites or even a cocktail to finish out the evening.

Made a reservation for 630 on a Friday which was perfect! By time we left around 8 it had filled up so it was very loud and hard to hear my friend on the other side of the table. I started with the soba California roll and it was delicious. I got the 2 short rib bao buns and they were delicious. The meat was so flavorful. I asked if they could do the chocolate maki to go and they were very accommodating. It was a yummy chocolate mousse with a chocolate sauce, pistachio cream and melon. Would definitely go back! There was also complimentary valet parking which was such a nice touch.

I recently celebrated my birthday at Soba in Shadyside, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel special, even surprising us with a sweet birthday card signed by the whole team. We kicked things off by sharing the spicy tuna roll, tuna crispy rice, chicken bao buns, and rock shrimp tempura. Each dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. I also appreciated their selection of non-alcoholic cocktails, which made the celebration feel even more festive. The highlight of the evening was definitely the complimentary chocolate mousse dessert--it was rich, indulgent, and the perfect way to end our meal. The atmosphere is fantastic too; the music isn't too loud, making it easy to enjoy great conversations. Overall, Soba is a perfect spot for any special occasion. The kindness and attentiveness of the staff truly made our birthday dinner a memorable celebration. Highly recommend!

I absolutely love the vibe and atmosphere of Soba! I came here a few nights ago with my boyfriend for a date night and it's the perfect spot for that. Their menu is so unique I had the hardest time deciding what I wanted sooo my boyfriend and I shared a few appetizers. We got the crispy tofu, spicy tuna roll, chicken bao buns, fried pork dumplings, and chocolate pretzel stack for dessert. For a drink, I ordered the Umami Martini. All of the food was extremely flavorful BUT my absolute favorites have to be the crispy tofu and the chicken bao buns. I absolutely LOVED the crispy tofu. It was so spicy and fantastic!! The chicken bao buns were so delightful and cute. The dessert tho... the chocolate pretzel stack... was heavenly!! You definitely need to order it if you ever dine at Soba. The martini was really great as well. I ordered two :) The service was fabulous as well. I loved our waitress. I wish I could remember her name, but she was so sweet! Bonus: They have free valet parking so you don't have to stress to parallel park!!

I came here with a group of about 15 so we really took up space and had a large crowd. The service was great. Our waitress did an amazing job, no mix ups, everything was out in a timely manner The space and ambiance is beautiful. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the bar area, the outdoor seating AND indoor seating. Such a spacious place. Free valet parking outside also. The food was good. We shared a bunch of apps. I think I liked the apps better than some of the entrees. The Scottish Salmon entree was a star. It was stellar. My favorite entree. Pad thai was just okay, the salad was just okay, the tuna tartare might be one of my favorites in all of Pittsburgh! So there were items that definitely stood out and some that I would sub next time. The dumplings were also heaven! If you're looking for a nice place for a date, celebrating something, or just want a posh dinner, this is it!