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Sea Monkey | Restaurant - Lounge - Event Space - Sea Monkey, Pittsburgh, PA

Sea Monkey

4.2 (146)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
2305 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4513

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Sea Monkey

4.2
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Switzer

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
Sea Monkey Restaurant offers a fresh take on fusion cuisine that's both vibrant and modern. The amazing culinary team behind Sea Monkey, led by RDRG's culinary director, Chef David Racicot, Culinary Sous Chef, Ryan Hart, and Golden Gai's Chef-Owner, Michael Taylor, have teamed up to explore the bold, savory flavors of Asia and Mediterranean.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Sea Monkey.

4.2

4.2
(146)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Hot spot

  • Pittsburgh

    Innovative

  • Pittsburgh

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sea Monkey offers an eclectic menu with standout vegetarian and vegan options, praised for its "phenomenal" dishes and vibrant atmosphere. Diners enjoy a trendy, lively setting with "great service" and memorable drinks. While some find it pricey, the unique culinary experience and "awesome vibe" make it a popular choice for celebrations.
146 Reviews
  1. Ioannis Gold

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious muhamara and pita. Huge space and very interesting menu.

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  2. ellen

    Pittsburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and a trendy atmosphere. Will definitely go back

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  3. Nive

    Pittsburgh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Interesting options with plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. The food was excellent, service was superb. The lighting was a bit dim where we were sitting and we would have appreciated some table lights/lamps to be able to read the menu easier, but overall really enjoyed the dinner.

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  4. Andrea

    Wexford7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great as always ! Drinks were good also! Service was alittle slow not the servers fault too many patrons and not enough last nite . Thank you Love the ambiance

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  5. Tracy

    Cleveland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our anniversary at Sea Monkey last night, and our meals were phenomenal! The purple sweet potato deserves a mention of its own—it was honestly the best potato I’ve ever had. Our drinks were amazing, and we loved the champagne. Such a memorable dinner and a wonderful way to celebrate our anniversary. We’re already looking forward to coming back! 🥂

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  6. Allison

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Looking forward to coming back! Would love to experience the chef’s table

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  7. Alefiyah

    Unspecified2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 7, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was delicious but overpriced. Two girls who got one drink each, one appetizer combo and split one entree and the bill was $200 with tip. Not to mention that they didn’t sequence the food right, lamb entree came out before the cold appetizers. i hate when restaurants can’t sequence food right!

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  8. Cheryl

    Pittsburgh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service; nice, varied seating arrangements; tasty food.

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  9. Harold

    Pittsburgh2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    High tops were too close together. Waitress was not attentive. Everything else was great.

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  10. Bruce

    Pittsburgh3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good prices at Happy Hour. All the starters are fantastic

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Japanese, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

FAQs

Smart casual is the guide, think polished but relaxed (nice jeans, a button-up or blouse), and note the house enforces the dress code later in the evening when the space shifts toward the lounge/dance floor.

Families do visit Sea Monkey, one guest mentioned her son enjoyed a mocktail, and others have brought family groups for occasions like Father's Day.

Yes, several guests chose Sea Monkey for special evenings (including Valentine’s Day), praising its stylish booths, cocktails, and a menu made for two to share.

Sea Monkey feels like a stylish, nightclub-meets-tapas lounge, dramatic lighting, a large aquarium/video wall, and a live DJ create an energetic, immersive vibe, while the speakeasy offers a more tucked-away nightcap option; brunch visits with a DJ have been described as pleasantly conversational.

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Sea Monkey

4.2
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Switzer

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 18 times today
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