KayaGreat spot!Kaya has been one of my favorites in the city for many years. From the first time I walked in the door and was hit with the creative lighting, open feel of the space, and friendly staff I knew that I had found a great spot to come back to over and over. The trapas are, in my opinion, the best part of the menu. Lots of choices with tasty twists on the idea of "appetizers". And the chef keeps adding a new one now and then to keep it interesting. This is a special place where even the ice cream tastes better! Don't hesitate to visit Kaya again and again.5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMunique food and rumKaya is my husband's favorite restaurant... he just loves the unique Caribbean food and rum flights! I love the atmosphere - unique, romantic, with a cool urban feel. The seafood is delicious and the service is great. If you're looking for Caribbean food and a fun place to celebrate or take your sweetie - head to Kaya! You won't be disappointed... we never are!4/29/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat! But if you like ChardonnayGreat! But if you like Chardonnay you don't have much selection!4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMExperience was excellent.Experience was excellent. Appetizers were amazing, entrees less so.4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMCreative, Fun, DELICIOUS!What a great spot! I took my kids (they are *very* adventurous eaters--I don't wager this would be up most kids' alleys) and we LOVED it. Creative, freshly-made appetizers (we had corn & lentil beignets with green curry dipping sauce) and terrific drinks. My daughter's NO-jito (exactly what you think it'd be) was terrific, my grapefruit-basil margarita was smooth and delicious. Entrees--the Kaya Burger (a conglomeration of avocado, bacon, Chihuahua cheese, and a sunny side up egg), jerked pulled pork quesadilla, and flank steak with read bean purée, plantains, yucca cakes, ramps & asparagus--were all fantastic. Casual and fun and creative, I can't recommend Kaya more highly. GREAT experience & we'd go back in a second!4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMWe have been to Kaya manyWe have been to Kaya many times as its one of our favorite restaurants. This time we were celebrating my husbands birthday. For some reason we had to wait unusually long for our food. This doesn't normally happen here. At one point the manager came over and apologized and offered us complimentary desserts for both of us. We appreciated their concern and the way they handled the situation.4/21/2013 12:00:00 AMKaya was a great suggestionKaya was a great suggestion from some friends. Our waiter was super friendly and very helpful. He was totally willing to help vegan-ize my food for me, even offering suggestions to help make a better experience for my mother and me. The food was delicious; we both loved everything (tofu and fish tacos). I will definitely be back.4/20/2013 12:00:00 AMI have been going to KayaI have been going to Kaya for years and always enjoy myself. It's a great place to eat, unwind and have some fun. The chocolate mastinins and Tilia red wine blend were awesome and the halibut was superb!!!4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMVegetarian Menu ExcelsWe look forward to the monthly vegetarian menu. Since there are two selections per course, my wife and I each ordered a different one and switched plates and wine half way through so that we could enjoy everything on the menu. The featured vegetables of asparagus and cauliflower were beautifully and tastefully prepared for each course. The desserts, which did not contain the featured vegetables, were excellent featuring a non-traditional banana split and carrot cake three ways accompanied by a delicious roasted pineapple ice cream. Just great!4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMGive it a try; can't go wrong!This was my first time at Kaya and I really liked it. The mahi mahi sandwich was everything it was built up to be. Other choices at the table included the pulled pork and banana sandwich; sounded odd but really worked and the bean dip appetizer (also reccommend). Great cocktail list, too. I love where the restaurant is located. A very vibrant area in Pittsburgh; can't wait to return when we can sit outside and absorb the fun atmosphere.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMi'm a vegetarian and i lovedi'm a vegetarian and i loved it. great drinks too! sign up for the big burrito mailing list and get a free meal for your bday!4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat variety of food, includingGreat variety of food, including lots of things for vegetarians. Good, quick service.4/12/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was excellent! WeThe food was excellent! We were part of a party of six. Everyone raved about their meals. Not a complaint at the table.4/7/2013 12:00:00 AMKaya is, without a doubt,Kaya is, without a doubt, one of the best two or three restaurants in Pittsburgh and their staff is by far the best.3/31/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat mojitos! ThoroughlyGreat mojitos! Thoroughly enjoyed drinks at bar before dinner. Swordfish was great as was pulled pork. Saved room for dessert and was glad i did! Creme brulee was worth it. Can't wait to go back!3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat spot in the Strip District.Great spot in the Strip District. Good beer selection and interesting menu.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMThursday nights are friedThursday nights are fried chicken nights!! Come hungry because you will get an ENTIRE half of a chicken on your plate. It's really something special. Definitely make a reservation if you are planning on getting a seat for dinner anytime during happy hour (5pm-7pm) because there is quite a happening bar scene. This was my first time at the restaurant and I will return.3/28/2013 12:00:00 AMKaya is a repeat-restaurantKaya is a repeat-restaurant for me - I have gone there multiple times, and every time, the food is flawless and intriguing. If you like new, good food, Kaya is where you should be taking a seat.3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMShhh keep this a secret!Kaya as always never disapoints. Service, Food, Wine list and specialty drinks are always outstanding!3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food is a bit differentThe food is a bit different from what it used to be (probably the new chef), but it is still a great experience. Kaya is a restaurant with a fun atmosphere -- it feels relaxed and upbeat. Service was both friendly and efficient.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AM