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SOBA Lounge, Pittsburgh, PA

SOBA Lounge

4.7 (2953)
$31 to $50
Pan-Asian
5847 Elllsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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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What 2,953 people are saying

SOBA Lounge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Healthy

  • Pittsburgh

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SOBA Lounge offers an inviting atmosphere with "fantastic food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the crispy tofu, short rib dumplings, and seared tuna. The menu features a "consistently interesting" array of Asian fusion dishes. The ambiance is "calm and classy," perfect for intimate gatherings or celebrations.
2,953 Reviews
  1. Spencer

    Pittsburgh / Western PA6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were looking forward to our Anniversary dinner at Soba. Several things happened that were the reason for my lower rating. The first thing that happened was that when our waters and diet Pepsi came out, they had next to no ice which made us wonder if they were rationing ice. The drinks were warm and the diet Pepsi was flat. The waitress took it back and I ordered a $14 Sapporo beer. When I poured it in the glass, it was also warm. That was the immediate first impression I had before our food came out. Our waitress was very nice. The food was what I would consider "Good", but for the price ($170 for two of us to eat), I feel like we left a bit disappointed; especially having high expectations going in.

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  2. Donna VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous meal! Will definitely be back!!

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  3. Saul

    Pittsburgh / Western PA14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As per usual, the folks at Soba did not disappoint. We went specifically for the dim sum specialty menu and each item was a delight. There wasn't anything left on any of the plates by the end of the evening. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.

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  4. Debbie VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA37 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food! Always so delicious! Highly recommend.

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  5. Monika

    Pittsburgh / Western PA7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the special “summer” dim sum this week only but the standout item was the crispy tofu on the regular dim sum menu. Will be back for sure!

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  6. Vicky VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA176 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the spicy tofu lettuce wraps and the rare tuna. The service is great too. This is our favorite restaurant!

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  7. Abby VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Crispy tofu is the best! Soft shell crab, a special on the menu, was amazing! Everything delicious.

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  8. Miki VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love soba. Have been coming for years. I do think the decor is outdated and needs an upgrade. Food delicious. Server excellent. Thank you!

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  9. Felix

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tempura shrimp 10/10. Grapefruit basil smash refreshing!

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  10. Kym VIP

    Pittsburgh / Western PA37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good experience, but pales to the Soba we remember from the past. New menu wasn’t as interesting as we’d hoped and overall value wasn’t what it was prior. Don’t get me wrong, the dishes were nicely plated and the flavors were good but… this time around our food felt like basic Asian fare at elevated Asian prices. Not as special as we remembered. Service was very good. Sat upstairs which isn’t our favorite in terms of ambiance, so maybe that factored in to the vibe as well. Will potentially return again later this year or maybe next… willing to try, try again!

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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 2953 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.

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  2. United States
  3. Pittsburgh / Western PA
  4. Pittsburgh
  5. Shadyside

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Google Map for SOBA Lounge

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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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