Rikasa

Name: Rikasa
Address: 53 S Main St, Pittston, PA, United States, 18640-1700
Telephone: (570) 362-7777
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

102 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Our Newest addition Roof 53 can be now reserved online. Please review the menu, it is different then the main floor menu...

Come in and let your senses be tantalized by the coastal vibes of Italian shores. From shrimp cocktail to escargot, from the music to the mood, at Rikasa every day is a special occasion, whether it be a romantic date night or celebratory family gathering. Unwind after work in our chic bar for casual drinks or a smooth bottle of wine with friends. Our delectable menu offerings, from our finest chops and steaks, succulent seafood, house-made pastas and handcrafted cocktails are sourced locally and responsibly. We are also home to The Joint, our speak easy bar, featuring live entertainment and incredible drinks every Friday and Saturday evening.

Highly skilled and welcoming staff are proud to elevate your experience like no other. At Rikasa, we promise that our relaxed elegance will transport you to a unique and unforgettable experience.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(570) 362-7777

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm The Joint (Live Entertainment) Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(570) 362-7777
Website
http://rikasarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
John Carey

Location
53 S Main St, Pittston, PA 18640-1700
Neighborhood
Scranton
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

6pc East Coast Oysters$16.00
Maryland - Blackberry, Traditional Garnishes
Gulf Shrimp Ceviche$14.00
Acqua Pazza, Calabrian Chili
Atlantic Salmon Crudo$15.00
Yuzu Vinaigrette, Sea Salt
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$16.00
Avocado, Cucumber, Sesame Seeds
Petite Plateau di Mare$36.00
Oysters, Gulf Shrimp Ceviche, Salmon, Yellowfin Tuna Crudo
Grand Plateau di Mare$72.00
Oysters, Middleneck Clams, Gulf Shrimp Ceviche, Salmon, Yellowfin Tuna Crudo

Cibo Su Pane Tostato / On Toast

Stracciatella Cheese$14.00
Prosciutto di Parma, Balsamico
Roasted Vegetables$14.00
Tomato, Eggplant, Peppers, Onions
Traditional Hummous$12.00
Crispy Chickpeas, Olive Oil
Avocado$15.00
Smoked Salmon, Creme Fraiche
Tapenade$16.00
Olives, Capers, Anchovies, Oil, Lemon Vinaigrette

Burrata Bar

Burrata Bar$10.00
Cow's Milk Burrata from Lioncini Latticini of Brooklyn Served with Olive Oil Crackers Classic - Olive Oil, Sea Salt, Chives

Salumi & Il Formaggio

Served with Truffle Honey and Olive Oil Crackers

Prosciutto di Parma$12.00
Beef Bresaola$10.00
Serrano Ham$12.00
Spanish Mahon Cheese$10.00
18 Month Parm Reggiano$10.00
Chef's Sharing Board
- pp$12.00

Piattini / Small Plates

Arugula & Artichoke Salad$12.00
Reggiano Cheese, Lemon Vinaigrette
Greek Salad$15.00
Romaine, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Feta Cheese
Smoked Salmon Spread$12.00
Horseradish Creme Fraiche, Olive Oil Crackers
Wild Mushroom Arancini$14.00
Fried Risotto Balls, Wild Mushrooms, Parmesan, Herbs, Sun Dried Tomato Aioli
Mussels Italiano$19.00
White Wine, Garlic, Cannellini Beans, Lemon
Calamari de Maria$18.00
Crispy Fried Calamari, Goat Cheese Crema, Calabrian Sweet Chili sauce
Rikasa Meatballs$13.00
Veal, Pork, Beef, Slow Simmered in Red Sauce, Ricotta Salata
Veal Parpadelle$14.00
Braised Veal, Tomato Cream Sauce
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe$13.00
Cacio di Roma Cheese, Butter, Pepper
Ravioli
chef's feature
- MP

Simply Prepared Proteins

Filet Mignon
- 8oz$39.00
Hanger Steak
- 8oz$39.00
Seabass$39.00
Salmon$37.00

Contorno / Sides

Daily Soup Bowl
Chef's Feature
- MP
Crispy Calabrese Potatoes$15.00
Roasted Red Pepper Aioli, Pecorino
Vegatali Bowl$13.00
Chef's Feature
Shaved Brussel Sprouts$14.00
Bacon, Maple Syrup, Bleu Cheese Crumble

Miglioramenti / Enhancements

Mixed Olives$8.00
Marinated Peppers$6.00
Caviar Service$24.00

Dessert Menu

Caffe (Coffee)

Caffe - Espresso$3.50
un-caffe
Caffe - Espresso$5.50
Doppio
Caffe - Lungo$4.00
Traditional filtered coffee
Caffe Shakerato$6.00
Chilled espresso
Cappucino$6.50
Espresso, steamed milk, foam
Macchiato$6.50
Espresso topped with hot milk
Marocchino$7.00
Espresso, cocoa, foamed milk
Corretto$8.00
Espresso served with Grappa
Corretto$12.00
Espresso served with Baily's
Corretto$12.00
Espresso served with Sambuca
Corretto$12.00
Espresso served with Frangelico

Dolce (Dessert)

Tiramisu
Creme Brulee
Triple Chocolate Layer Cake
Lemoncello Mascarpone
Snickers Cake
Peanut Butter Explosion
Tres Leches
Cheesecake
Fresh Filled Canolli

Drink Menu

Craft Winter Cocktails

Smoked Espresso Old Fashioned$15.00
Nikka Coffee Grain Whiskey, Espresso, Lemon Twist, Cherry Smoked
Empress 53$14.00
Empress Gin, Elderflower, Lemon, House made Simple Syrup, Orange Bitters
Clementine Margarita$14.00
Casamigos Reposado Tequila, Dry Curacao, Fresh Lime, House made Simple Syrup, Oj, Salt Rim
Godfather Sour$15.00
Disarano Amaretto, Knob Creek Bourbon, Fresh Lime and Lime, House made Simple Syrup, Egg White Froth
Rosemary and Pomegranate Bubbly$13.00
Pomegranate Juice, House made Rosemary Simple Syrup, Prosecco
Berry Mint Sangria$14.00
Stoli Blueberry and Raspberry Vodka, Montoya Rose, Brandy, House made Simple Syrup, White Cranberry Juice, Muddled Mint, Mixed Berries
French Kiss Martini$15.00
Titos Vodka, Pallini Raspberry, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Twist

Wine by the Glass

Red

Rocco Chianti Classico$15.00
bold, fruit forward with a perfect balance of oak and tannin structure
Sanfelo Super Tuscan$14.00
50/50 cabernet merlot blend, black berry, cherry, dark fruits, balanced tannins
San Cassiano Valpolicella$16.00
lush, carmel, jammy, full body, very controlled tannins, pronounced oak
Rocco Nebbiolo$14.00
dried fruit with floral notes and balanced, persistant tannins

White & Rose

Castello di Moletto - Vermentino$14.00
stone fruit and citrus with crisp fresh minerality
Sanfelo - Viogner$14.00
"super tuscan of the whites", peach, stone fruit, limestone, well balanced, refreshing
Terrabianca - Savignon Blanc$14.00
super floral, mild grass notes, mild tart apple
Costello di Moletta - Rosato$13.00
light to medium bodied, dry with great minerality, excellent drinking between red and white
Terrabianca Moscato d'Oro$13.00
golden bubbles, delicate sweetness, white peaches, pineapple, bright citrus

Bubbly

Rochinna Prosecco$12.00
brut, delicously dry, crisp acidity, fruit forward, low sugar
Terrabianca le June$14.00
100% chardonnay brut, the big brother of prosecco, round and fresh
Bianca Vigna Sparkling Rose$14.00
brut, cherry, stone fruit and apple notes, 90% glera 10%

What 102 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Good for business meals
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Innovative
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Lively
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Good for business meals
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OpenTable Diner
Poconos
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Walked in and we were greeted with such pleasant people and a beautiful atmosphere. Our waitress made us feel valued, checked in on us, and provided great recommendations/ customer service. The food was to die for, and for everything we got it wasn’t a bad price. Even if you’re just looking for a bar and not food, you can stop by for drinks, live music, and roof top atmosphere. I’ll 100% be going back again soon
SK
SuzK0205
Poconos
25 reviews
vip
4.0
25 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
Great customer service. Very friendly and professional staff. Food was good.
NB
NoreenB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the atmosphere. The food and service was outstanding along with the cocktails.
MM
MarkM
Poconos
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
All of The Friedman Hospitality Group restaurants are great. Rikassa is becoming one of my personal favs! A diverse menu provides an option for everyone.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was mine and my husbands first time at Rikasa. The service was outstanding, the environment was relaxed but entertaining, the food and drinks were amazing! My husband stated that it was the best steak he’s had in a long time! The rooftop was gorgeous especially with the sun setting. I would highly recommend!
HC
HeatherC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing as were the drinks. The service was spot on. We waited for nothing! Bartenders were friendly and easy to talk to. Would definitely recommend
RL
RobertL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Second time there, great experiences for both. Amazing food and staff. Great atmosphere.
JC
JaredC
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my fiance out here for her birthday. First time being here for both of us. The food was absolutely phenomenal and the presentation was top notch. Would highly recommend!
MB
MandaB
Poconos
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed a lovely meal for my mother’s birthday! Food, drinks, dessert, and service was all perfect!!
s
saraw
Baltimore
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything is always great! Favorite place for a Saturday night date night
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience4
The food was awful.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience3
The clam oreganata appetizer was cold, the linguine and clams white sauce entree was full of clam shells and the runner serving the food was quite rude.Neither grating cheese or cracked pepper were offered with the pasta dish.
PP
ParminderP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time going here and we loved it! We will be back to experience the rooftop soon!
A
Anthony
Poconos
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful place, great service, friendly staff, delicious food. It was our first time there and I asked if we could take a look around at the different levels. A nice gentleman sitting at the bar eating, got up, left his dinner, took us to the elevator and showed us each floor and explained all about the facility and service they provide. It turned out he was the Bar / Beverage Manager, I believe his name was Dave. I thank him for leaving his meal and showing us around. We will return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Poconos
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
I used to go there before they sold to Friedman hospitality group and every time we went there it was perfect. We went back on valentines day and we didn’t enjoy it at all They seated us on plastic wobbly table Precooked overpriced cold food Waiter was good Not an fine dining experience Just because was valentines day i don’t think it is a good idea to overbook the place and add extra wobbly tables just to get people in. I would not recommend this place to anyone.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Poconos
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our Valentine’s Day dinner was incredible! The service was fast and excellent. Drinks and food were both amazing!
BC
BobC
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and the service was outstanding!
JH
JohnH
Poconos
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service, will be back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated my sister’s birthday. Food was amazing as always! We ordered the calamari, escargot, shishito peppers, clams in red sauce as appetizers. As meals we ordered the salmon, carbonara, chicken Marsala, and sea bass special. For dessert we ordered cannoli and crème brûlée. One of her favorite restaurants and we cannot wait to return.
m
m1chael57
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An extraordinary experience. The escargot was delicious and served in its native shell. The Chilean Sea Bass entree was cooked to perfection - delicate and delicious. And the service was great. Symphony was warm and attentive. We’ll be back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Poconos
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Quality of the food was not as good I remember, but maybe it was because of the entrees we chose. The short ribs were almost 100% fat and the elk cook was just ok. Also, we ordered the autumn sangria and the waitress just dropped off the “French press” and the lid wasn’t on tightly- I almost spilled it everywhere. I’ve never been at a restaurant where the wait staff didn’t pour the wine for you and wouldn’t order it again.
F
Fran
Alabama
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was excellent! Filet was cooked perfectly. Braised beef fell off the bone it was very tender…
j
johnny
Poconos
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great now to start off a great New Year's Eve celebration I will do it again next year
MA
MaryA
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
NYE… very enjoyable. Food was excellent. Disappointed about the wine choices in rooftop bar. No Chardonnay or Merlot???
B
Brian
Philadelphia
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
New Years Eve
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic. Great cocktails. Service outstanding. Will definitely return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Poconos
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nieces wedding weekend
MT
MarykayT
Poconos
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Beautiful, festive atmosphere. Warm welcome. Seated quickly. Bake Brie appetizer was exceptional. Our table of 4 was very pleased with our dinner choices. Veal, sea bass and papardelle veal ragu were delicious. Service fell apart at the end. Wait staff offered coffee and dessert, but ran off after 2 of us said coffee. No drinks could be ordered. No desserts were ever presented. French press and espresso had an issue, barely colored water. Wait staff seemed annoyed when we expressed this.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Went upstairs to the Joint afterward to enjoy after dinner cocktails and live music. Always a great time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Proposed to my girlfriend and the staff was unreal in helping me plan. Top notch customer service. Thank you Rikasa, Jessica and Jordan!!!
SJ
SJV80
Poconos
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Good food. Nice setting.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious meal. We ordered the tuna tartar appetizer, and for dinner we had chicken Marsala and rigatoni al norma. Everything was incredibly delicious and fresh, seasoned perfectly and I think the portions were generous for the prices. Kevin’s is our normal go-to and this was our first time at Rikasa, but we will definitely be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service ! Cannot wait to go back. Always great when we dine at Rikasa!
L
Luv2eat
Phoenix
25 reviews
vip
3.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall3food5service4ambience3
Bright lighting is a real drawback. Dimmers. Please. Harsh blinding lights
RD
RoccoD
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Considering it was Thanksgiving and we had another family dinner planned with traditional foods, it was refreshing to order something a bit different than turkey and starches. I had the filet and others had the crab cakes and eggplant. Food was outstanding and the service was impeccable. Rikasa stands above almost all restaurants in the area (Bank+Vine as in consideration).
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Dave the server is awesome as always. Good food..
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
Service was fine. Underwhelming food. Cocktails were so so.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the atmosphere, and the food was excellent…..
OT
OpenTable Diner
Poconos
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience2
Nice atmosphere but the food & drinks are overpriced for what it was . Service was very slow as well .

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Rikasa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (570) 362-7777.

Rikasa is rated 4.6 stars by 102 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(570) 362-7777

53 S Main St, Pittston, PA 18640-1700

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Scranton
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm The Joint (Live Entertainment) Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
John Carey
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://rikasarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(570) 362-7777

Rikasa

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Di Mare - From the Sea

6pc East Coast Oysters$16.00

Gulf Shrimp Ceviche$14.00

Atlantic Salmon Crudo$15.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$16.00

Petite Plateau di Mare$36.00

Grand Plateau di Mare$72.00

Cibo Su Pane Tostato / On Toast

Stracciatella Cheese$14.00

Roasted Vegetables$14.00

Traditional Hummous$12.00

Avocado$15.00

Tapenade$16.00

Burrata Bar

Burrata Bar$10.00

Salumi & Il Formaggio

Prosciutto di Parma$12.00

Beef Bresaola$10.00

Serrano Ham$12.00

Spanish Mahon Cheese$10.00

18 Month Parm Reggiano$10.00

Chef's Sharing Board

Piattini / Small Plates

Arugula & Artichoke Salad$12.00

Greek Salad$15.00

Smoked Salmon Spread$12.00

Wild Mushroom Arancini$14.00

Mussels Italiano$19.00

Calamari de Maria$18.00

Rikasa Meatballs$13.00

Veal Parpadelle$14.00

Bucatini Cacio e Pepe$13.00

Ravioli

Simply Prepared Proteins

Filet Mignon

Hanger Steak

Seabass$39.00

Salmon$37.00

Contorno / Sides

Daily Soup Bowl

Crispy Calabrese Potatoes$15.00

Vegatali Bowl$13.00

Shaved Brussel Sprouts$14.00

Miglioramenti / Enhancements

Mixed Olives$8.00

Marinated Peppers$6.00

Caviar Service$24.00

Dessert Menu

Caffe (Coffee)

Caffe - Espresso$3.50

Caffe - Espresso$5.50

Caffe - Lungo$4.00

Caffe Shakerato$6.00

Cappucino$6.50

Macchiato$6.50

Marocchino$7.00

Corretto$8.00

Corretto$12.00

Corretto$12.00

Corretto$12.00

Dolce (Dessert)

Tiramisu

Creme Brulee

Triple Chocolate Layer Cake

Lemoncello Mascarpone

Snickers Cake

Peanut Butter Explosion

Tres Leches

Cheesecake

Fresh Filled Canolli

Drink Menu

Craft Winter Cocktails

Smoked Espresso Old Fashioned$15.00

Empress 53$14.00