Best Japanese Restaurants in Cranberry

It was made special from the moment the waiter came to our table. He explained dishes to us helped with drink selections and brought my daughter a card signed by the staff for her birthday. All of our dishes were excellent from the appetizers to desserts. And Emily appreciated her dessert being gifted to her. They truly made her day special!

Otaru is our standout favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh! We enjoy everything they offer! The service is outstanding & we feel very well cared for whilst there. Everything they do there is absolutely top notch.

Just all around wonderful. Incredible Food, wonderful people and service!

Great experience for our birthday dinner. Food was excellent! Yum!

I really hope Pittsburgh embraces Sea Monkey because it brings something truly special to our restaurant scene. I appreciate restaurants that are willing to be bold, take risks, and get creative with both their menu and the overall experience...and Sea Monkey absolutely does that. We loved the cocktails, the food, the atmosphere, and the thoughtful design of the space. It feels welcoming whether you're grabbing dinner for two or celebrating with a larger group thanks to the variety of seating throughout the restaurant. The menu has so much to choose from, and I especially love the concept of stackable small plates alongside larger protein mains, making it easy to build your own meal. I started with the Amalfi Coast cocktail, a fun, fruity take on a spritz. Light, bubbly, refreshing, exactly what I was looking for in a summery after work cocktail. For food, the beet salad was delicious. I loved that the beets were shaved instead of served in chunks, and the crispy pumpkin seeds added a nice crunch. The crab fried rice absolutely lived up to the hype. The sushi rice, layered with rich umami flavors, had incredible texture and was packed with rich flavor. One of my favorite bites of the night was the fried halloumi. The phyllo wrapper was perfectly crisp and light, finished with a salty seasoning and honey that balanced beautifully. Paired with the spicy and cooling dips, this was rich, savory, and incredibly satisfying without feeling heavy. The fancy fries were another standout. Perfectly crisp with just the right amount of salt. The caviar dip felt indulgent but was balanced and not overpowering. Also shared the branzino, which was beautifully presented and perfectly cooked. It was fresh, vibrant, and full of herbs and citrus. I appreciate a bold creative dish. Sea Monkey feels fresh, exciting, and unlike anything else in Pittsburgh right now.