Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side

Name: Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side
Address: 1611 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States, 15203
Telephone: (412) 381-6000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.6

3.6 (1430)

$30 and under

Japanese

1611 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

About this restaurant

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar is a hip, fresh approach to Japanese cuisine. Enjoy the knife wielding chefs & experience why Nakama has the absolute best tasting hibachi grilled steak, chicken & seafood as well as the best sushi in Pittsburgh.

Nakama has won numerous awards including: Best Japanese/Sushi Restaurant by Pittsburgh Magazine from 2005 through 2018. Experience why Nakama is getting Pittsburgh's vote!

We are located at heart of the historic South Side at 1611 East Carson Street & 10636 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Teppanyaki
Hours of operation
Dinner Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–12:15 pm
Phone number
(412) 381-6000
Website
https://nakamass.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Appetizer & Sushi platters are available for off-site drop-off.
Private party facilities
Let us host your special event! Whether a birthday party, office function or any other special occasion - we take care of all the fine details, bringing your event to life, just as you imagined. Host your next party or get together at Nakama. For more information email party@nakamass.com

Location
1611 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
17th
Parking details
Valet is available Tuesday through Saturday from 6:00pm. Street parking is also available.
Public transit
51A, 51B, 51C, 51D & 54C
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Nakama Salad$3.29
Spring baby greens and tomatoes tossed with nakama's homemade ginger dressing infused with fresh orange and a blend of herbs
Miso Soup$3.99
A delicately flavored soy based soup simmered with tofu and wakame
Nakama Onion Soup$2.99
A light flavored broth simmered with grilled onions and mushrooms
Seaweed Salad$4.99
Wakame seaweed finished with oils and seasonings
Spicy Squid Salad$5.99
Ika squid marinated in a spicy blend of seasonings and oils
Edamame$4.99
Soybean pods boiled tender then lightly salted
White Rice$1.99
Hibachi Fried Rice$3.29
Onions, egg and mixed vegetables, seared table side
Spicy Edamame$5.99
Soybean pods tossed with a blend of red pepper flakes, garlic and sea salt
House Made Egg Rolls (2)
- Veggie$6.99
- Spicy Chicken$8.99
- Shrimp$7.99

Lettuce Wraps

"Original Chicken"$8.99
Spiced chicken and water chestnuts cooked in a tangy teriyaki sauce, served with lettuce for you to wrap
Chicken Almond$9.99
Diced chicken, toasted almonds and water chestnuts in a spicy soy-chili sauce served with lettuce for you to wrap
Korean Bbq Beef$10.99
Tender beef tips, onions and red peppers sauteed in a sweet and spicy gingered brown sauce served with lettuce for you to wrap
Seared Sea Scallops$12.99
Scallops, mushrooms and scallions sauteed in a basil-lime coconut cream served with lettuce for you to wrap

Appetizers

Stir Fry Vegetables$4.99
Fresh cut vegetables stir fried in our signature seasonings
Shrimp Tempura$10.99
Fresh, succulent shrimp batter dipped then fried to a crisp golden brown, served with our ginger soy sauce
Gyoza$6.99
Nakama's own pot stickers...wonton Skins filled with shrimp and vegetables, these dumplings are offered to you steamed or fried, presented with a ginger dipping sauce
Spicy Chicken$8.99
Boneless, crispy tempura chicken tossed in our tangy chili sauce
Steak Skewers$9.99
Tender beef marinated with a blend of herbs and spices, then skewered and grilled to perfection
Miso Glazed Salmon$9.99
Fresh salmon broiled with a touch of citrus and miso sauce
Sea Scallops$13.99
Succulent day boat scallops cooked with teriyaki sauce, served with a mild peanut sauce
Coconut Shrimp$8.99
Butterflied shrimp coated with a coconut breading and fried golden brown and served with a garlic-chili sauce
Marinated Beef Tips$9.99
Tender marinated beef tips grilled to perfection and served with our own signature steak sauce
Seared New York Strip$11.99
Our hand cut strip steak is seasoned and seared with our signature spices
Crab Fritters$9.99
A signature blend of premium crabmeat and seasonings rolled into bite sized balls and served with shrimp sauce
Yakitori$8.99
Tender, boneless chicken skewered and grilled with our teriyaki and served with peanut sauce
Seared Ahi Tuna$10.99
Seasoned yellowfin tuna wok seared and thinly sliced
"Talking" Shrimp$10.99
Fresh shrimp caramelized with ginger in a chili-garlic sauce served on a bed of crispy noodles
Crispy Salmon Fritters$9.99
A house blend of premium scottish salmon, scallions and seasonings rolled in panko and served with a mango-ginger dipping sauce

Hibachi Menu

Specialty Dinner

Our specialty dinners are served with your choice of mushroom or shrimp flambé appetizer, our nakama salad and onion soup presented with steamed white rice and the freshest hibachi vegetables. Extras shrimp flambe $6.79, Teppan mushrooms $3.79, Fried rice $3.29 Extra options available for any of our specialty or traditional dinners

Hibachi Chateaubriand$34.99
This one will melt in your mouth... A prime, center cut beef filet seared in garlic butter
Imperial Steak$29.99
Prime cut new york strip grilled to your liking then seasoned with our signature blend of spices and herbs
Bob's Favorite Triple Combination$28.99
Our hibachi strip steak, a tender breast of chicken and succulent shrimp all seasoned and seared
Suzanne's Splash and Meadow$26.99
Prime cut new york strip grilled to your liking then seasoned with our signature blend of spices and herbs
Katie's Surf and Turf$39.99
Prime cut new york strip grilled to your liking then seasoned with our signature blend of spices and herbs
Dragon's Delight$24.99
Generous portions of succulent shrimp and tender chicken breast seared in nakama's signature seasonings
Kobe Strip Steak$69.99
Legendary delicacy from japan... This strip steak is cut from tender, finely marbled and fully flavored kobe beef
Butcher's Choice$25.99
Fresh cut from the block... Both a strip steak and breast of chicken seared with our signature seasonings
Imperial Feast$45.99
Pick three of the following: (sorry, no duplications) south african lobster tail, strip steak, filet mignon, shrimp, scallops, tuna steak or breast of chicken
Nakama's Seafood Favorite$30.99
Real seafood classic... Fresh shrimp, tender day boat scallops and a prime cut of tuna steak
Seafood Combination$38.99
Tempting south african lobster tail presented with succulent shrimp and our tender day boat scallops
Land and Sea$32.99
Match made in the orient... Our juicy strip steak and tender day boat scallops seared with our signature seasonings

Traditional Dinners

Our traditional dinners are served with your choice of mushroom or shrimp flambé appetizer, our nakama salad and onion soup, presented with steamed white rice and the freshest hibachi vegetables. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have a medical condition.

Hibachi Scallops$30.99
These fresh, sweet and tender day boat scallops are seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Nakama Lobster$41.99
Two south african lobster tails grilled and seared with our signature blend of seasonings
Hibachi Shrimp$20.99
Succulent shrimp seared in our signature blend of nakama's seasonings... Oh so good
Nakama Tuna Steak$23.99
Our best seven ounce cut of fresh tuna seasoned and seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Hibachi Strip Steak$21.99
Our hand cut strip steak is seasoned and seared with our signature blend of spices
Hibachi Sesame Chicken$17.99
Tender chicken breast spiced with sesame seeds then seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Filet Mignon$26.99
The most tender of steaks... This hand cut beef tenderloin is seasoned then seared to your liking
Vegetable Delight$16.99
Medley of fresh cut oriental vegetables seasoned, sautéed and served with your choice of tofu or mushroom appetizer
Diablo (Spicy)
Your choice of seafood, chicken or filet mignon seared and served with a medley of fresh cut vegetables, presented over japanese udon noodles. Served with soup and nakama salad
- Seafood (Shrimp and Scallops)$28.99
- Seafood (Shrimp and Scallops)$20.99
- Filet$29.99

Noodles

Diablo (Spicy)
Your choice of seafood, chicken or filet mignon seared and served with a medley of fresh cut vegetables, presented over japanese udon noodles
- Chicken$20.99
- Seafood (Shrimp and Scallops)$28.99
- Filet$29.99
Chicken with Sweet Ginger Cream$19.99
Chicken seared and served with a medly of fresh cut vegetabls, presented over lo mein noodles with a sweet hawaiin ginger cream
Shrimp with Basil-Lime Coconut Cream$24.99
Shrimp seared and served with a medley of fresh cut vegetables, presented over udon noodles with a light basil-lime coconut cream

Lunch Menu

Nakamas lunch menu is served with your choice of mushroom or shrimp flambe appetizer, our nakama salad or onion soup and fried rice.

Hibachi Scallops$15.99
These fresh, sweet and tender day boat scallops are seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Shrimp and Chicken$13.99
The perfect combination of succulent shrimp and tender chicken
Hibachi Shrimp$11.99
Succulent shrimp seared in our signature blend of nakama's seasonings... Oh so good
Nakama Tuna Steak$14.99
Our best seven ounce cut of fresh tuna seasoned and seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Filet Mignon$12.99
The most tender of steaks... This hand cut beef tenderloin is seasoned then seared to your liking
Hibachi Sesame Chicken$10.99
Tender chicken breast spiced with sesame seeds then seared with nakama's signature seasonings
Hibachi Strip Steak$11.99
Our hand cut strip steak is seasoned and seared with our signature blend of spices
Vegetable Delight$9.99
Medley of fresh cut oriental vegetables seasoned, sauteed and served with your choice of tofu or mushroom appetizer
Filet and Shrimp Combo$15.99
The best of both worlds... Our tender filet mignon paired with shrimp

Kids Menu

12 years and under please includes your choice of soup or salads, served with vegetables, steamed rice and a dish of ice cream

Main

Combination $13.99 Choice of two

Shrimp$9.99
Chicken$8.99
Steak$9.99

Kids Specialty Drinks

Served with a lite-up cube for the kids to keep

Karate Kid$5.99
Pepsi and grenadine
Cherry Blossom$5.99
Ginger ale and grenadine
Virgin Pina Colada$5.99
Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri$5.99
Lite-up ice cubes included in some drinks or can be purcheased for only $4 (go ahead and take some home)

Dessert

Celebrate special occasions at nakama! For a spectacular time add a special sparkle to any dessert, it will make any occasion unforgettable

Dessert Sparkler$5.00
In Ice Cream$8.79
In Fresh Pineapple$9.79
Ice Cream$3.79
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Fresh Pineapple$4.79
Fresh cut pineapple, sweet and delicious

What 1,430 people are saying

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.6

3.6 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
3.7Service
3.5Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar offers an inviting atmosphere with "fantastic sushi and service." Sushi is praised for its "beautiful presentation" and freshness. The hibachi experience is enjoyable, with "great" chefs and attentive servers. While some note noise and ventilation issues, many diners enjoyed their meals and appreciated the welcoming staff.

1,430 Reviews

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Richard
Washington, D.C. Area33 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic Sushi and Service at Nakama South Side! The atmosphere is inviting and the perfect setting for a delicious meal. We focused on their sushi, and it was outstanding. Every roll was beautifully presented and tasted incredibly fresh, with a great balance of flavors and textures. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients and have skilled sushi chefs. Beyond the amazing food, the service was impeccable. Our server was attentive, friendly, and genuinely helpful with recommendations. The entire staff made us feel welcome and ensured a smooth, enjoyable dining experience. If you're a sushi lover or just looking for an excellent Japanese meal in a vibrant setting, Nakama South Side is a must-try. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend it!
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arnie VIP
New York City46 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was actually delicious and staff were great. Noise level (acoustics) was very bad
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Gene VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA34 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good place for Japanese food. Sushi, excellent. Steak good. Veggies only OK. We'll go back
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Christie VIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA5 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It smelled of dirty wash towels! The service was slow and the drinks were not well crafted. Do NOt waste your time or money. Beware of an awful experience
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Lexi
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
4.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was very attentive, welcoming and kind. Our chef Enrique was great and very friendly!
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Lauren
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
1.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We have been dining at Nakama for years and this was by far the worst experience in a restaurant. First of all it was extremely hot in there and they had a construction fan blowing air through the restaurant. The service was awful. Our waitress was terrible and and made no apologies for her slow and rude demeanor.
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Nikki
Pittsburgh / Western PA8 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Service, food and chef was not near as good as it used to be. Server was not attentive. Chef was not active. Food was bland. And not near as much food as normal.
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OpenTable Diner
Caribbean2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The food was good. We sat at a bar table so it was a little delayed in getting initial service but was fine after. Our appetizer did come after our food. I’m not sure if there was an oil fire or something but when we arrived and throughout the meal there was a really overwhelming smell of burning oil. I know there’s hibachi tables but it was empty and 6:30 pm so maybe it just always smells like that but that was a bummer. Almost like there isn’t proper ventilation
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Jessica VIP
New York City9 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant changed the reservation time without consulting us. The place was loud and smoky. Not impressive. Will not return.
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Chad
Pittsburgh / Western PA9 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a great visit, just a little understaffed but I understand it is hard to find good restaurant workers. We had to wait a long time for drinks and for our chef to come to the table. Other than that our hibachi guy was fantastic and the food was great!
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FAQs

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (412) 381-6000.

Nakama Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar - South Side is rated 3.6 stars by 1430 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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1611 E. Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Additional information

Cross street
17th
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–12:15 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Teppanyaki
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet is available Tuesday through Saturday from 6:00pm. Street parking is also available.
Public transit
51A, 51B, 51C, 51D & 54C
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://nakamass.com/
Phone number
(412) 381-6000
Catering
Appetizer & Sushi platters are available for off-site drop-off.
Private party facilities
Let us host your special event! Whether a birthday party, office function or any other special occasion - we take care of all the fine details, bringing your event to life, just as you imagined. Host your next party or get together at Nakama. For more information email party@nakamass.com

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Starters Menu

Soups, Salads & Starters

Nakama Salad$3.29

Miso Soup$3.99

Nakama Onion Soup$2.99

Seaweed Salad$4.99

Spicy Squid Salad$5.99

Edamame$4.99

White Rice$1.99

Hibachi Fried Rice$3.29

Spicy Edamame$5.99

House Made Egg Rolls (2)

Lettuce Wraps

"Original Chicken"$8.99

Chicken Almond$9.99

Korean Bbq Beef$10.99

Seared Sea Scallops$12.99

Appetizers

Stir Fry Vegetables$4.99

Shrimp Tempura$10.99

Gyoza$6.99

Spicy Chicken$8.99

Steak Skewers$9.99

Miso Glazed Salmon$9.99

Sea Scallops$13.99

Coconut Shrimp$8.99

Marinated Beef Tips$9.99

Seared New York Strip$11.99

Crab Fritters$9.99

Yakitori$8.99

Seared Ahi Tuna$10.99

"Talking" Shrimp$10.99

Crispy Salmon Fritters$9.99

Hibachi Menu

Specialty Dinner

Hibachi Chateaubriand$34.99

Imperial Steak$29.99

Bob's Favorite Triple Combination$28.99

Suzanne's Splash and Meadow$26.99

Katie's Surf and Turf$39.99

Dragon's Delight$24.99

Kobe Strip Steak$69.99

Butcher's Choice$25.99

Imperial Feast$45.99

Nakama's Seafood Favorite$30.99

Seafood Combination$38.99

Land and Sea$32.99

Traditional Dinners

Hibachi Scallops$30.99

Nakama Lobster$41.99

Hibachi Shrimp$20.99

Nakama Tuna Steak$23.99

Hibachi Strip Steak$21.99

Hibachi Sesame Chicken$17.99

Filet Mignon$26.99

Vegetable Delight$16.99

Diablo (Spicy)

Noodles

Diablo (Spicy)

Chicken with Sweet Ginger Cream$19.99

Shrimp with Basil-Lime Coconut Cream$24.99

Lunch Menu

Hibachi Scallops$15.99

Shrimp and Chicken$13.99

Hibachi Shrimp$11.99

Nakama Tuna Steak$14.99

Filet Mignon$12.99

Hibachi Sesame Chicken$10.99

Hibachi Strip Steak$11.99

Vegetable Delight$9.99

Filet and Shrimp Combo$15.99

Kids Menu

Main

Shrimp$9.99