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Golden Gai, Pittsburgh, PA

Golden Gai

4.8
4.8
39 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 34 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Great for creative cocktails
Welcome to Golden Gai, a hidden gem nestled in the vibrant heart of Pittsburgh’s East End, conveniently located in Bakery Square. Step inside and embark on a culinary journey to the bustling streets of Japan with our Izakaya-style dining experience.

As you enter Golden Gai, you’re greeted by the warm ambiance of traditional Japanese decor fused with modern touches, creating an inviting atmosphere that is both chic and cozy. The soft glow of our stunning light fixtures over the intimate dining space, where the wooden bar top that spans the length of the space, and slate accents evoke the charm of Tokyo’s iconic Golden Gai district.

At the helm of our kitchen is Executive Chef Michael Taylor, a master of Japanese cuisine renowned for his innovative approach to flavor and presentation. With a background honed at the esteemed Gi-Jin, Chef Taylor brings his passion for culinary excellence to every dish, infusing each bite with creativity and precision.


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Izakaya, Creative Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 844-6688
  • Website
    https://goldengaipgh.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

Starters

  • Edamame

    lime / sea salt

    • Spicy Edamame

      lime / togarashi

      • House Salad

        ginger dressing / pickled carrot

        • Cucumber

          rayu / soy / sesame

          • Miso Soup

            tofu / wakame / scallion

            Bowls

            • Chirashi

              sushi rice / salmon / tuna / yellowtail / ikura / scallop / chive / aonori / daikon

              • Miso Tuna

                sushi rice / sweet miso dressing / cucumber / avocado / furikake / scallion / wakame

                • BBQ Eel

                  sushi rice / avocado / pickled cucumber / sesame / fried scalliosn / Bulldog sauce

                  Nigiri / Sashimi

                  2 pieces nigiri or 2 pieces sashimi

                  • Salmon / Sake

                    • Tuna / Maguro

                      • Eel / Unagi

                        • Yellowtail / Hamachi

                          • Scallop / Hotate

                            • Fatty Tuna / Toro

                              • Salmon Roe / Ikura

                                Maki

                                • Spicy Tuna

                                  • Salmon Avocado

                                    • Yellowtail Scallion

                                      • California

                                        • Spicy Scallop

                                          • Eel Avocado

                                            • Tuna Cucumber

                                              • Toro

                                                Omakase, Maki, & Sashimi Boxes

                                                • Nigiri & Maki Box

                                                  chef's choice: 8 pieces nigiri / 1 maki / 1 sashimi / edamame / ginger / wasabi

                                                  • Maki Box

                                                    chef's choice: 3 maki rolls / 1 sashimi / ginger / wasabi / edamame

                                                    • Nigiri Box

                                                      chef's choice: 10 nigiri / 1 sashimi / edamame / ginger / wasabi

                                                      • Sashimi Box

                                                        Chef's choice: 10 sashimi / edamame / ginger / wasabi

                                                        Last updated: 30 September 2024

                                                        What 39 people are saying

                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                        4.8
                                                        4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                        • 4.8Food
                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                        • 4.8Ambience
                                                        • 4.6Value

                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                        Loved For

                                                        • Pittsburgh / Western PA

                                                          Best Value

                                                        • Pittsburgh / Western PA

                                                          Hot spot

                                                        • Pittsburgh / Western PA

                                                          Lively

                                                        • Pittsburgh

                                                          Best Value

                                                        • Pittsburgh

                                                          Hot spot

                                                        • Pittsburgh

                                                          Lively

                                                        Review summary

                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                        Golden Gai offers an "absolutely delicious" dining experience with creative cocktails and an "interesting menu." The ambiance is both upscale and casual, perfect for a memorable night out. While some find the music "very loud," the "excellent service" and "great food" make it a must-visit spot.

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                                                        FAQs

                                                        Golden Gai is rated 4.8 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                        Make a booking

                                                        2 people
                                                        9:30 pm
                                                        Booked 34 times today
                                                        Google Map for Golden Gai

                                                        116 Bakery Square Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

                                                        Dining areas

                                                        Additional information

                                                        • Cross Street
                                                          Penn Avenue
                                                        • Area
                                                          Point Breeze
                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                          Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                        • Price
                                                          $50 and over
                                                        • Cuisines
                                                          Japanese, Izakaya, Creative Japanese
                                                        • Dining style
                                                          Casual Dining
                                                        • Dress code
                                                          Business Casual
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