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Ang Ubanwavia Google

about 2 months ago

Fantastic experience. Great hospitality, great food and even better cocktails. It is pretty difficult to get a reservation here for the end of the week. I’ve been meaning to come since it opened. I was finally able to get a seat on a Tuesday night and got a reservation just earlier that day. So that’s probably your best bet. Seating is pretty limited. He’ll likely be seated at the counter and able to watch as the staff makes the food and drinks. I have different types of sushi, every piece was fresh and delicious. I also tried the street noodles which was a nice carb to have. I got it to share but I do think it’s a bit small, I would’ve been able to finish that and more on my own lol. I very much enjoyed the cocktails. You can tell they were intently crafted. The hospitality was top-notch. Was seated right away, there was a lot of communication, and presentation was fantastic. Just great staff all around. If it’s not clear yet, this place is definitely worth your time

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Sydney Whittington (Syd Raven)via Google

3 months ago

The food is absolutely incredible! Service is spot on with focus on menu knowledge. Drink menu is delightful and something for absolutely everyone. Couldn't do the fifth star because their hood vents were dirty

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Cagan Sevincvia Google

4 months ago

This place is definitely on the up scale sushi side for Pittsburgh, which I have been looking for. You can taste the freshness of the fish by every bite. Very unique concept for the restaurant itself, which I also love about. Menu is designed for small “shareables” so there is not a plate for individual that would be “full”. This place is tasting each food and enjoying the art more than fulfilling your tummy. Completely forgot what we ordered but pictures will speak for itself. Will go back without hesitation.

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Cynthia Richeyvia Google

6 months ago

The Golden Gai in Bakery Square has a truly unique vibe—stylish, cozy, and welcoming from the moment we walked through the door. We enjoyed chatting with our wonderful bartender Liz, had the chance to talk with the chefs, and were especially impressed with our server, Hiroki. His thoughtful recommendations and clear passion for what the restaurant offers added so much to the experience. The cocktails were outstanding—we tried the Ryujin and the Fu Dog, both beautifully crafted. We started with the gyoza, which were truly next level, followed by delicate Madai nigiri sushi. For our entrées, we chose the chashu fried rice and the grilled wagyu with potatoes—both excellent. To finish, the soy brownie dessert is an absolute must. We each ordered our own and were very glad we didn’t have to share. The pacing of the meal was perfect, allowing us to savor every course without feeling rushed. Golden Gai is a hidden gem that I would highly recommend. And while you’re there, give yourself extra time to explore Bakery Square—it’s a vibrant spot with shops, outdoor spaces, and other great restaurants that make the whole experience even more special.

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Kelly Biastre (KellyBee)via Google

11 months ago

Golden Gai is a trendy little Japanese restaurant with really cool vibes. You sit in a long room in an area that overlooks the kitchen and bar area and the staff interact with you! It's a little hard to talk to your friends if you have a party of four as you are sitting at a bar. Let's start with the bar, they have an extensive drink menu with some unique drinks, yet you can still have a traditional mixed drink. I ordered a Byujin which was very light and refreshing. Moving on to the food, the menu is modest, but still a nice selection of tapas style Japanese plates. The sushi looked great, but I chose the fish bowl over rice. It was a nice portion size with fresh fish, an excellent choice! I also ordered the udon noodle dish that had chicken and mushrooms and shared this dish. It too was a nice portion size, but seemed quite salty. The food is definitely pricey. Overall, a wonderful place to eat, great service, friendly staff and quality food! I would definitely go back!