Kristen Stewart

We had such an incredible experience - I truly couldn't wait to leave a review! From the moment we were seated, Garrett made us feel like family. He was warm, engaging, and full of great recommendations! The three of us ordered what feels like half the menu and shared it all - with every bite being better than the rest! The Yellow Tail Jalapeno and Salmon Takaki were truly stellar... The octopus balls and Chawanmushi added to the comfort of the night! Diving into the sashimi portion though, was exactly what I needed!!! It was the highest quality - and variety of fish that you don't come across often. Several pieces came "composed", with a hint of truffle pate or yuzu pate etc. and were designed to enhance the flavor of the fish instead of just covering it with a sauce. I ordered seconds of the Amberjack and Toro... And probably could have ordered thirds! My only regret is not getting dessert. Thank you for a fantastic night!

Sam Alloway

It was our first time here. Casey was our server and she was awesome, she explained everything to us about the meals. The food was delicious as expected. The view of Pittsburgh from our table was beautiful. Thanks for a great evening.

Amanda Silva

Been here twice now and had an incredible experience all around both times. Everything feels so well thought out and elevated - from the atmosphere, to the drinks, food of course, and even the dishware. I highly recommend getting the treasure box of sashimi if you are not doing one of the course meals. Also don’t skip out on the mochi for something sweet afterwards. It’s the best mochi I’ve ever had! Big thank you to our server Angela who is incredible at her job!!

alex beebout

Fabulous! We went for our first anniversary and the experience was flawless from start to finish. We got the full omakase experience with a bottle of sake for me and the premium whiskey flight for my husband. The sake was served in this incredible apparatus you can see in the video that kept it cold and attracted quite a bit of jealous glances! My husband was blown away by the whiskey flight - I wish we could remember what the lightest one was because we would love to buy a bottle. Every course was better than the last, the fish was all incredibly fresh and meticulously prepared, and they brought us a complimentary tiramisu to celebrate our anniversary which was so sweet! The entire experience was enhanced by our fantastic server, Angela. She was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and attentive, and made the evening perfectly special and memorable with her humor and excellent recommendations. The only notes I have are: there should be purse hooks under the counter and the tasting menu was a bit light, we would have like to have been a bit fuller. Overall fabulous and we can’t wait to return!

+3

cjp

Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! The food was incredible - every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with incredible views that made the evening feel even more special. We celebrated my sister’s birthday here, and the staff made the evening memorable. The service was friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this spot for any occasion or just a great night out!

+2

Maria Intong

Angela was a fantastic server. We had called a table last minute on the phone for a party of 6 and they were able to accommodate us so well. The quality of the fish was phenomenal. So happy the Mount Washington has a sushi spot. The vibes and ambience were amazing. Def a great spot for a date.

+3

Cher Bear

Dinner at Otaru on Mt. Washington in Pittsburgh was an unforgettable experience! Tucked away behind the iconic black and gold doors, this “hidden in plain sight” gem features two beautifully decorated floors—an inviting sushi bar on the top and a cozy alcohol bar on the lower level. Each floor boasts a serene ambiance with only a handful of tables on each, offering a light, airy feel and stunning views of The Point and Acrisure Stadium (it will always be Heinz Field to me). A special shoutout to our fabulous waitress, Angela! Her extensive knowledge and friendly demeanor made our evening even more delightful. She was not only animated and personable but also a fantastic storyteller who kept our table tidy and plates cleared. Her vibe was on point and added to the calm yet celebratory ambiance of the evening. We’ll definitely be requesting her next time! And the food? Absolutely incredible! Fresh sushi shipped in daily from Japan provided a unique texture and flavor, unlike anything I’ve ever experienced—truly a culinary journey, not just a meal. If you’re able to take this magical tasting exploration, please get the edamame as an appetizer along with some pork bao buns and tempura bao buns, and as part of the main entree, a treasure box, where you’ll get to taste all the aforementioned “just flown in” seafood. The greens under the sushi (I posted a pic of our empty box) took me way back to my grandmothers garden.. it was SO fresh. Add some hand rolls to your main meal and… chefs kiss!! It was perfectly balanced, leaving us satisfied but not overly stuffed. While Otaru is on the pricier side, the quality is top-notch and absolutely worth it for a special occasion dinner. 🍣❤️ if you are looking for a dining experience, where with every bite, you close your eyes and are transported to some magical place, then definitely make your reservations at Otaru!

+2

Tyler Harrison

This place was straight up amazing!! The view over the city was incredible, and the food was outstanding. It was super clean and the whole atmosphere was incredible!! Amy our bar tender/server was awesome!! She was very informative and helpful. We went there for our anniversary dinner and she was sure to take care of us!! She was very knowledgeable and made awesome recommendations!! I highly recommend Otaru, this is probably the best restaurant we eaten at in Pittsburgh. Very unique!!

Sadie Presto

AMAZING food, view, and service! If you get Garrett as your server, you’re lucky. He was so kind and went over the menu with us in detail. I love sashimi and went with the Treasure Box, which was insane... so fresh and melt in your mouth soft. My husband loved the Beef Udon and his Wagyu Hand Roll was delish. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and were given Mochi on the house! Everything was so good, highly recommend for any celebration. :-)

Maksim Safiullin

Without a doubt, this restaurant offers one of the best views of Pittsburgh. The cozy interior, designed in a traditional Japanese style, creates a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. As for the cuisine, it's hard to judge for now-perhaps my expectations were too high. It might be worth a second visit to form a final opinion on the food. On my return visit to this restaurant, I had the chance to explore more of the menu - and I was thoroughly impressed. The quality remains consistently high, with well-balanced flavors and thoughtful presentation.

+44

Eryn Perkins

What an incredible meal. The food was superb, the ambience was beautiful and the star of the show? Angela. She really made our valentines dinner special. I have never been so educated on what was being brought to the table. She told us how fish was flown in every day from Japan, and all the love that goes into the dishes before they come to your table. I know you go to a restaurant for food, but we would come back just to experience another part of the menu with her.

+11

Caroline Tumpap

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Angela was our server, she was awesome. She knew the food and drink menu and made great recommendations which we ordered and were delicious. The fish was super fresh, the tuna toro was like butter! Amazing views of the city. Anyone heading there to dine will not be disappointed

+1

Emily N.

We tried the tasting menu as it was our first experience. The sushi courses (only 3/9) were very good, although the tuna hand roll was bland. The appetizers and cooked dishes were bland or underwhelming. There was a shrimp dish that particularly fell flat with chewy small shrimp you could defrost yourself at home. There is a very difficult to eat intensely sweet tomato dish in the middle that you can’t cut with your spoon and is overly sweetened. Drinks have a long lag from the bar despite it not being too crowded. Views are of course gorgeous and it truly feels like that’s what you’re paying for. Service was excellent with a very knowledgeable and kind server who really knew the details of each dish. When most of the dishes fell flat (outside of the sushi really), it was sad because the server’s explanation each time got us so excited. It’s very pricey for the quality. The cooked salmon dish they brought was also particularly disappointing- with overcooked fish and a bland sauce. I sincerely recommend they take a look at their tasting menu. They should heavily favor sushi vibes as those were the highlights.

Mariana garcia

My first time at this restaurant was with my husband, and the experience was quite bad. The waiter's service was good, but the food wasn't great, and to top it off, we found a hair in the ice cream. Luckily, we only ordered one dish (OTARU experience) , because otherwise it would have been a terrible experience, especially considering the price; the overall experience was very disappointing.