Samurai X - Pittsburg
Samurai X
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**Restaurant Review: Samurai X Sushi Teriyaki – A Mixed Bag of Sushi Experiences**
At Samurai X Sushi Teriyaki, diners encounter a spectrum of sushi experiences. While loyal patrons praise the restaurant for its fresh fish and generous portions—especially highlighting the salmon sashimi and spicy rolls—recent reviews reflect decline in quality. Complaints about dry rice, uneven rolls, and occasionally subpar tempura shrimp have surfaced, indicating inconsistency in preparation. Despite these issues, many still regard it as a top sushi destination in Pittsburgh, favoring the sashimi and excellent service. While there are areas for improvement, the restaurant continues to attract a dedicated following.
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The sushi quality is exceptional, and the staff is friendly with excellent service. We've thoroughly enjoyed every meal we've had there. The salmon sashimi is top-notch.
A true hidden gem. I work in the area and order lunch here often, I have never been disappointed. I eat a-lot of sushi and this is one of my favorite spots
This place can be easily missed.The service was great.Our food was delicious and the price is about right.Definitely will come back!
The experience was mediocre at best, and giving it three stars feels almost too generous. The sushi rice was especially disappointing—overly sticky and lacking flavor, and it didn’t seem like real short grain. The fish itself was decent, though. The packaging felt cheap, as they used aluminum foil. Additionally, one of our group isn’t a fan of lemon on fish, so the lemon served with the sashimi wasn’t appreciated. The soy sauce was extremely salty as well. The lemon slices on the 49er roll should be very thin; no one wants to bite into thick wedges of lemon. Overall, it was just underwhelming.
This is my favorite sushi restaurant! I've been coming here since my husband and I started dating 8 years ago, and I've never been let down.
Menu
Korean Chicken
Fried Wing 8PcsKorean fried wings; comes + pickled onion; honey mustard sauce,salt pepper.
$15.0 Fried Drum Sticks 5PcsKorean fried drum stick. Comes + pickled onion,honey mustard sauce; salt pepper
$13.0 Bbq Wing 8PcsBBQ wings; comes + pickled onion
$15.0 Bbq Drumstick 5PcsBBQ Drumstick; comes + pickled onion
$13.0Entrées
Poki Salad (Raw)Raw fish. Assorted fish & seaweed salad; tobiko; w/ sesame oil.
$20.0 Mixed Tempera$17.0
