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SOBA Lounge, Pittsburgh, PA

SOBA Lounge

4.7 (2939)
$31 to $50
Pan-Asian
5847 Elllsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
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 2,939 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh

    Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SOBA Lounge is a beloved destination for its "fantastic food" and "wonderful service." The atmosphere is "calm and classy," making it ideal for special occasions. Guests rave about the "short rib dumplings" and appreciate the diverse menu, including vegetarian options. With attentive staff and complimentary valet parking, it's a "must-visit" in Pittsburgh.

2,939 Reviews
  1. Kristan

    Wilmington1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very slow and it took a particularly long time to order and receive our drinks. Also dirty plates were left on the table for quite a while. It really dampened the entire experience.

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  2. Gary VIP

    Pittsburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seared tuna - best plate of food in Pittsburgh! Great service. Excellent mocktails

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  3. Trecarcia VIP

    New York City20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved it. The flavor profiles are amazing. They were responsive to my dietary restrictions and created a distinct and wonderful experience.

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  4. Phyllis VIP

    Pittsburgh72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great evening in food, service & ambiance!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mother’s Day

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  6. Janet VIP

    Pittsburgh76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant that never disappoints. Food is wonderful, service is great.

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  7. Ruth

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sufficient food choices. Nice cocktail, wine, & beer choices. Great food, all of us (4) loved our appetizers & dinners. Our server Jordy was friendly & knowledgeable. Everything from atmosphere to food, drinks, service, & personnel was fabulous! I would highly recommend this restaurant.

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  8. Ellen VIP

    Pittsburgh19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    consistently interesting menu of Asian Fusian with vegetarian options.

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  9. Avirup

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice, ambient, calm and classy atmosphere. Perfect for a date, anniversary or family gathering. Could be a great spot for formal business discussion too. Food is great, appetizers and small plates were the best. No BYOB, and the wine collection is not very impressive, albeit pretty overpriced. Overall, a nice experience!!!

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  10. Steven

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The crab fried rice was delicious, and the California roll was amazing.

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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 2939 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 34 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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