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Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar

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1611 E Carson St (at S 16th Street)
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

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(412) 381-6000
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Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar - Pittsburgh, PA
Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar - Pittsburgh, PA
Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar - Pittsburgh, PA
Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar - Pittsburgh, PA
Nakama Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar - Pittsburgh, PA
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Best

Love the food! The best food I've had in a long time. The service was a little slow. But I didn't mind.

Worst

I totally agree with every reviews on here that talk about the terrible service and rude awful manager. I've eaten at nakama a few times. It's either hit or miss. My time there is...

Great Place to Try 9/17/2006

I frequent Nakama's at least once a week. The food is tremendous, excellent customer service, and trendy atmosphere. I LOVE IT!!! I mainly go for the Sushi and I havent had any problems. It melts in my mouth! As a frequent customer, I receive many benefits, coupons and discounts. Its my favorite place in the South Side. more
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LIKE GETTING A CAKE AND EATING IT TOO 9/17/2006

NOT ONLY DO I FEEL THAT NAKAMA HAS EXCELLENT FOOD, THEIR SERVICE AND WELL AS EMPLOYEES ARE ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL.. SOUTH SIDE HAS IT'S UPS AND DOWNS CAUSE I'VE BEEN HERE LONG ENOUGH BUT NAKAMA IS A PLACE TO BE WHERE THERE ARE NO WORRIES ABOUT THE FOOD OR SERVICE. I GO EVERY TUESDAY AND SOMETIMES TWICE A WEEK. I CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF NAKAMA!!!!!! Pros: GREAT FOOD, ATMOSPHERE, AND SERVICE Cons: OH SORRRY, JUST ONE.. ALL THE POP AND SODA THAT COMES FROM THE BAR EVEN THE WATER TASTE REALLY REALLY WEIRD AND NO ONE KNOWS WHY.. ASK MARK more
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Pittsburgh's Primere Party Restaurant 9/17/2006

Recently one of my friends was celebrating their 30th birthday. To start the evening off right, we headed to Nakama. After spending quite some time at the bar, we move to a table where we had the best service and the best chef. The evening was lively and fun. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great time. more
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Best Japanese and Best Price 9/17/2006

Nakama has great prices for japanese food and the quality can't be beat. All of sushi is expensive. I've been to Yokoso in the Waterfront and their prices are even higher. So if you're in the mood for a good price Japanese food Nakama is your best bet. They give out a lot of coupons and incentitives for being a member. Yokoso doesn't do that. The last time I was at Nakama, I forgot my purse. I ran back in about twenty minutes later, and a friendly waiter was waiting for me with it. I was so relieved! Thank you again so much!! I Pros: Prices, Food Quality. Good ambience, Plenty to do before and after dining Cons: Resturaunt gives out so many coupons and incentitives they are strict following them more
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Highly Recommended! 9/17/2006

Best sushi in Pittsburgh! I've been to Nakama a number of times - both for lunch and dinner. Service has been great and sushi is always wonderful! Especially the Hanalei Roll! more
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Excellent Sushi and Atmosphere 9/17/2006

I recommend Nakama to anyone whether the person is a local or from out of town. I met some very cool bartenders there who I've seen outside of Nakama and they continued their friendly personalities. The sushi is very good and I've compared their sushi to quite a few places. It is a great happy hour place as others have noted. The owner is also very cool...while I've only had email communication she is very active in the Burg. The only thing I hope for is the non-smoking bill to be passed. This will get me there a little more often. Pros: Happy Hour, Service, Sushi more
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Great Sushi & Bartenders 9/17/2006

Regarding the email we received to write a review, I have to say that I can not be bought with $10, so for anyone to think that I would lie in a review to receive $10, give me a break. Nakama does have the best sushi in town in terms of consistency, quality, taste, and freshness. It is fairly priced. The bartenders are some of the best in town. They work their rearends off and always have a great attitude. For those of you who have found otherwise, maybe you should try tipping. Over-all, I am always happy to take friends, family, and customers to this great restaurant. And regarding the use of the VIP coupons, they are very accomodating and allow you to use them anywhere in the restaurant. Pros: great sushi, service Cons: wish bar area was bigger more
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best sushi 9/17/2006

great sushi and dinners, very nice employees that remember you, loyalty program keeps me coming back!!! Pros: sushi!!!!!! Cons: parking is a challenge more
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Great Place 9/17/2006

I have been to Nakama twice. My Fiancee enjoys the Hibachi while I enjoy the Sushi. Nakama has a great atmosphere. The chefs are funny and entertaining. It is my favorite place for Sushi. I can't wait to go back again. more
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Great Happy Hour 9/17/2006

One of my favorite places to go in Pittsburgh for happy hour. I love the variety of appetizers and they are 1/2 off. Can't beat it. I would recommend the beef tips and lettuce wraps. So great! And one of my favorite drinks, Plumy Yummy! Pros: Happy Hour Cons: Parking, but you know that's south side! more
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Best Sushi in Pittsburgh by far 9/17/2006

Nakama is amazing. Best sushi/restaurant in Pittsburgh. You can't beat Bob's Triple Combo and the Hanelei Roll, but everything I have ever tried as been delicious. Great to get a group together and go, or just have a nice night out for 2. Pros: An amazing amount of food, never leave hungry Cons: A little pricey, but worth it more
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Awesome Experience!! 9/17/2006

I've heard great things about Nakama and passed it frequently on my visits to Pittsburgh. My girlfriend, who now resides in Pittsburgh, wanted to go there one day and I agreed we should give it a shot. It so happened to be April fools day and our Chef got played tricks on by the other chef's (he had his eggs replaced, his bottles were filled with other liquids, etc etc). At the expense of his embarressment, he treated us all to some free shrimp and some additional rice. To say the very least we both had a great time. The food was awesome! The environment was great (we went during lunch time and there weren't many people at the time so we got pretty lucky). I reccommend this to anyone who enjoys good Japanese food, good service, and enjoys to eat in a nice setting. Pros: Fast Friendly Service; Great Food; Good Value Cons: N/A more
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Best Hibachi in Pittsburgh 9/17/2006

I was so excited to go to Nakama for the first time and my expectations were definitly met! My chef was so friendly and entertaining and the food was amazing! Make sure you try the shrimp sauce!!!!! more
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Dozens of visits, not ONE bad experience :) 9/17/2006

My first experience at Nakama was on my birthday a couple years back. We were seated right away and the food was to die for! The chef's are amazing. My fiance and I soon went back, but just for sushi this time and we became a VIP members. Nakama's sushi is like none other. I have eaten at Nakama on over a dozen occasions, including having my work Christmas party there; everytime, I have experienced amazing service and fantastic food. I have recently eaten at a few different sushi bars and japanese steakhouses (not in PA) and none can even come close to Nakama's high standards. It is truly a jem nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh's Historic South Side. Pros: Generous portions, amazing ambience. more
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My favorite restaurant! 9/17/2006

I first tried sushi at Nakama a year ago, and since I have become a sushi lover. I now eat sushi everywhere I go that it is served, and I can't find any as good as that served at Nakama. The seafood at Nakama is so fresh. I have become a regular at Nakama. I go about once a month, and have never had anything but the best of times there. The food is exceptional, the chef is always entertaining, and the service is always good. Nakama is the place to go for entertaining, high quality dining, whether with a group or on a date. Just remember to make a reservation. more
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Great Food~Trendy Atmosphere 9/17/2006

I've been dinning at Nakama since their opening and it just keeps getting better! The atmosphere is great, the wait staff is helpful, the chefs are entertaining and the food is always wonderful! I recommend it all my friends!\r more
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Mother In Law Worthy 9/17/2006

Wonderful food, service and atmosphere !!!\r \r This was a great experience. The food could not have been better and the service was great as well. We have been to several other Japanese restaurants and Nakama is by far the best !!! I took my mother in law. Need I say more.\r more
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Best Cosmos in the city, too! 9/17/2006

I luv this place! The food is terrific, always fresh. The service is as quick as can be expected from a popular restaurant that is always crowded! You will always see someone you know there which makes it pretty fun. The bartenders also make the best cosmos around! Do you know what a pain it is to try to explain how to make a cosmo?? Never had to at Nakama. We usually go about 3 times a month or more and when friends come to Pittsburgh, we take them there. Pros: great food, great location, great atmosphere Cons: sometimes way too crowded more
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Great Happy Hour Spot 9/17/2006

Nakama is a great place for happy hour any day of the week. The atmosphere, food and service all make for a great evening on the southside. Pros: Valet Parking, large Bar area, upbeat atmosphere more
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Great Food 9/17/2006

My family and I dined at Nakama a few months ago for a birthday dinner. The sushi and food were excellent, especially the scallops, we were seated right at our reservation time, and had a wonderful dining experience. The food is much better than other area Japanese restaurants. We can not wait to return again. more
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In a space big enough to hold an audience of 200, dinner isn't just a meal, it's a performance.

Owner Message

  • In 2003, Nakama Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar made its appearance in Pittsburgh's trendy South Side. Savor the incredible creations with limitless options provided by our sushi chef, which are almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.

    Nakama is a hip, trendy scene where patrons can enjoy the knife-wielding skill and showmanship of our specially trained chefs, our unique appetizers and the best sushi in Pittsburgh. Our guests will be rewarded with frequent dining points upon joining our free VIP program.

    The private party room is available for private functions and large group dining.

Editorial

  • The Scene
    Appropriately, "nakama" means "friend" in Japanese. And whether you're sipping cocktails at the sleek, wrap-around bar, sampling raw fish at the sushi station, or dining at one...

  • 11/26/2003 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Sun 1pm-10pm, Mon-Wed 11am-10pm, Thu-Sat 11am-11pm
  • Payments: Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Southside Flats
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