Has a truly incredible night with two other couples - we started the night with a toast for all the celebrating we had to do. I followed that up with a crisp glass of rose and friends enjoyed their amazing cocktails. The Korean/Japanese grilling fusion was SO much fun. I saw reviews that they don't give you much food but boy were they wrong. We were stuffed on amazing meat, banchan, and I also highly recommend the cucumber salad. It was the perfect palate cleanser! We were too stuffed for dessert but I can't wait to go back and grill again. read more

Cobra - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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-nightlife/high end restaurant/club atmosphere -the quality of meat was rich and savory making it very filling. Especially the wagyu -the BBQ grill experience was enjoyable and easily explained for first timers -service was friendly and prompt -omakase 2 (one of the combos) came with everything included in the picture, excluding the papas bravas (bowl in the upper left corner) -price was reasonable for the quality of meat -great spot for a date or night out with friends read more

Cobra - Papas Bravas, Cobra Omakase II - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Add Cobra to the list of fantastic dining experiences you can have in Pittsburgh. Not only do they have a legit korean barbeque setup, but they're a nightclub and offer private karaoke rooms! I can only speak to the dining experience, but wow, it was lovely. Walking into Cobra immediately transports you into a different place and, dare I say, a different time. The worries of the outside quickly drift away once you're seated in the comfortable and unique dining area at one of Cobra's BBQ tables. Our server was extremely knowledgeable about both the drink and food menu. In addition, they are extremely educated on the various cuts of meat and "accoutrements" provided for your meal (spicy bean sprouts, kimchi, etc.) It's a lot to take in, but eager diners will be rewarded with one of the more unique experiences I've had in Pittsburgh. All of the meats were delicious and we loved mixing and matching as we worked our way through the Omakase II. I really only noted two down-sides (though both are subjective). The first is that they seem to get very, very busy - this isn't an issue if you use their easy, online reservation system, but if you have a sudden hankering for korean BBQ on a whim, you may be left out of luck. In addition, though I never felt a lack of personal space, the popularity and natural diversity of this establishment naturally leads to more people - usually, this isn't a problem and the dining area is definitely set up so you're comfortable, but it's worth mentioning in the COVID era for those taking extra care. read more

Cobra - The atmosphere even in the dining area transports you far, far away from everyday Pittsburgh. - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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This place is amazing. Came here for dinner and drinks with a group a few weeks ago, food and entire experience was 10/10. The owners spent 1.5 years renovating the former Feng Japanese Steakhouse. Inside you'll find a beautiful cocktail lounge, dining room, dance floor, and three private karaoke rooms. The entire building, inside and out, is black with colorful neon adding an ultra-modern ambiance. Menu concept is Korean BBQ and yakiniku (grilled meat). The dining room consists of 10 smokeless Shinpo Yakiniku grills that seat up to six people at a time. You can choose to cook your meats and vegetables yourself (equipped with a guided tutorial from the server who continued to check on us frequently), or the kitchen can prepare your meal. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and guided us on how much to order. Many vegetarian and vegan options as well, we grilled some mushrooms but the highlight was the Japchae, a sweet potato noodle with shiitake, red pepper, carrot, scallion, yu choy and sesame. SO delicious! The meat eaters were overly satisfied and the dining and cooking experience was so fun for all. We also enjoyed many starters of various pickled vegetables, and rice was served with the grilled items. After dinner we made our way to the dance floor where the tunes were just getting started. They host nightlife events each weekend featuring various DJs. Each karaoke room is soundproof, holds about 12 guests, and can be reserved for 30-minute increments with a one-hour minimum. Open daily except Tuesday. Such a welcome addition to both the Pittsburgh restaurant scene and nightlife! Can't wait to be back! Place is absolutely beautiful. read more

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First time trying Korean barbeque and it was a very unique and tasty experience. The entire table tried the cobra omakase II. It is truly the best price to try a variety of meats. My favorite meat was the galbi meat. The marinade was delicious. Our server was very nice and since it was our first time there she went over absolutely everything on the menu and how to cook on on the barbeque. I walked in thinking this probably is not a very kid friendly place, but as we were leaving I did see a highchair. So if you have a baby, there are options here. read more

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Awesome experience and meal. A lot of food. Service was solid. Good ambience. Grill worked fine.

I visited Cobra for a surprise birthday party and I was very exited about it. This was a sushi / hibachi restaurant that my family would visit often when I was a child. The table was not ready for our reservation time but it worked out. The only issue with this is that there is a time limit for the tables and I'm sure that this is a stress on the servers and kitchen. We had a party of 5, I think 6 is the maximum for a grill table but I can see that it could be challenging to have room for this many people with so much food. The dining experience includes several components. The excitement is for the diners to cook for themselves on the table grill, it's a fun challenge!! Due to the number of people we opted to order a-la-carte instead of going with the Omakase offering. If we would have ordered the Omakase we would all have to have had the same things and we preferred to get more variety. Drinks: Bubble Pop: This is very fun! This drink style is very common at high-end establishments these days. I did not try. One member of the party was super happy with this and I recommended it to another member who came in later. She was not as excited. Ube Bae: This is a lovely drink, very lounge suitable. I could sip on a couple of these in the dance area or in a karaoke room (I plan to book one of these at some point). Clarity: Very clean and refreshing! Sugar Free French 75 (my custom birthday request): 75 thumbs up on this one! Thank you!! The bartender was very impressive in my opinion. It's hard to request custom "off menu" items anywhere and this was a wonderful end of the meal for me on my birthday. Foods: Mushroom Mandu Dumplings: These read well but I wasn't as happy I I hoped to be. I think this was because the kitchen was under a lot of pressure and this is one of the items that are not cooked by the diners at the table. Cucumber Salad: Decent flavors, refreshing and funky. The spiralized cucumber is whimsical but not practical for sharing however. Corn Riblettes: High marks from the gallery but I did not try. We had a ton of food! This is a hip item right now so why not? For the grilled items a hunk of Wagu fat is provided for periodic re-greasing. We used all of it! Zabuton "Little Pillow": Great choice for someone who wants a cheaper Wagyu option. I thought that dipping in the seasoning sauce and salt before grilling was very good. Head On Prawn: Excellent quality. Our server made a cooking time recommendation that was not right however. I tore the first one apart before it was ready. put it back on the grill and all was well but it was messy. Tojoku Tongue: Excellent quality but it was hard to decide the best grill time for this one. The butter was a nice accompaniment. Also tongue is a bit chewy in my opinion so it's not one of my personal favorite ingredients. Bulgogi: Some friends loved this but it was over seasoned for me. Same with the Galbi. It did cook very well, super tender. Shishito and Scallion: Great for this cooking method. I would have rather had these included in the price rather than some of the other pickled items that were offered as accompaniments. They were just ok. They included sprouts, kimchi, daikon, and something else. The very strong tastes of the pickles were overpowering in my opinion, especially when added to the dishes that were already marinated. Mushroom: King Trumpets, Shitakes, Maitaki. These were a little challenging to cook on the grill, mushrooms have a lot of water, they took the longest time to cook. It was a great meal! I will definitely come back with friends and family. The sound system in the main area is AMAZING. I love the concept of this place and I can't wait to book a karaoke room! read more

This place is extremely good. I left very full even though it appears as if it'll be a small portion it isn't. Sake selection is also fantastic. The only hark I do have is that everyone must order omakase if that's what you're going with. I wish they just allowed you to order a smaller portion of omakase to allow yourself to try their other items such as the carbonara which we would have loved to share as an entree. The sake was excellent. The only thing not up to par was the cocktail. It was very small in a large glass with very little beverage and other tables did not appear like this so it might have been a one off but it also was not as tasty as it looks. I would go again but go with a group because the experience is half the fun! read more

Cobra - Cheesy rice cake - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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I have been wanting to come here since I moved to the city over a year ago and finally just made it. The wait was definitely not worth it. All the portions of meat are extremely small for the price. The taste was pretty good. But as of banchan (side dishes) they were awful. The bean sprouts were like tiny little thin bean sprouts no flavor just some sesame oil. Kimchi was disgusting. Had to pay $6 for lettuce wraps and they were so wilted they were awful. Even the rice tasted more like minute rice that real rice. Server was okay. Over all way to expensive for the size quantity and quality. read more

Cobra - Pork Belly - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Best Korean BBQ in Pittsburgh. The environment and establishment itself did a great job at the restaurant and lounge. Live DJ's and Karaoke with a dance floor area. Best bubble tea and crafter unique cocktails. Good raw bar choices and original Korean food. Highly recommend. read more

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A little on the pricey end, but boasts a delicious and original selection of Asian-inspired fast food/bar food, as well as karaoke booths for rent. The boba tea cocktails are a must. Friendly and conversational bartenders and serving staff. Heard someone else describe it as "looking like the Matrix inside", and it definitely gives off this kind of cyberpunk, futuristic, global-city vibe kind of like something out of Neuromancer or Ghost in the Shell. Think onyx-black walls accented with the magical glare of violet neon lights. Usually kept air-conditioned at reasonably cool temperatures, which makes it a great place to go on a summer day. Definitely worth going here for the atmosphere alone. Recommended food and drink combo: Wagyu burger and Bubble pop (energy drink and sake cocktail). read more

I always enjoy a visit to Cobra! We had the shishito appetizer and the Omakase 1. Everything was delicious! Our server was helpful with instructions and describing what everything was. The restaurant is dark with neon lights and it has a cool vibe that I haven't seen at another place in Pittsburgh. read more

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We came to Cobra for dinner on Valentine's Day and it was delicious! The experience and the vibe of the place is very cool! It is also a club / karaoke bar. It is very unique and I haven't seen anything like it in Pittsburgh. The food was delicious and the staff was very knowledgeable of everything on the menu. It was perfect for a special date night. I will say there are a couple of things that are standing in the way of a 5 star. The food was very expensive for the portions that were served. Also, there is no sign outside to indicate the building is Cobra Lounge so it could be hard to find if you are not familiar with the are. read more

Cobra - Cobra Omakse II - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I had been wanting to try this restaurant for quite some time and boy I was not disappointed!! I got the sampler with all of the meats including the wagyu to try. The wagyu fried rice, and the mushroom dumplings. Every single thing I tried I absolutely loved, honestly except the wagyu. It was my first Time trying it, so that's why I ordered but I loved all the other meats better. That was no fault on the restaurant just the meat itself. But if you never had ir before I highly recommend!! They serve pickled veggies with your meats and I was a little apprehensive but very impressed with it! Please try this place and try all of the food! I can't wait to go back! The bar said Saturday nights it's a night club I would like to see what that's like so I will be back! read more

Mediocre food set in a tacky nightmare. Like an off brand version of restaurants ive been to in bigger cities like nyc and sf. If you want dim lighting I suggest you pass and hit umami instead for a fun yet more elegant dining experience with less college kids singing karaoke read more

Went here and wasn't really in the mood to do the full experience where you cook your own food so we decided to do the normal dining and order from that menu. 7/10 for the food. I had the Kimchi Carbonara with no pork and they were pretty good. The short rib skewer was really good. I didn't like how a lot of the menu options weren't available this day and the only chicken option was the chicken meatball which i didn't love. My friend had the Miso black cod and said it lacked flavor. However, that "Dream" cocktail is something to brag about! I give it a 10/10 i mean it was delicious! Can't wait to go back next year when they update their menu. Hopefully they'll add more pescatarian and chicken options. Overall, i loved the vibe and the place has beautiful aesthetic i would def try it again and do the karaoke next time! read more

Cobra is one of the most unique places in Pittsburgh to eat and drink! There are no outside windows which gives it a sort of ambiance. The cocktails are next level and very swanky. For the food I recommend a BBQ table. You'll have to book a few days in advance but it's worth it. Pricing all depends on what you order. Their famous Wagyu is at market place so it can be pricy. All ala carte grill options come with rice and some fix ins for the table. This is a great experience for a group to socialize and enjoy an incredible dinner. read more

Cobra - Replicant Sunset - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Finally made it to Cobra !! The drinks were so good. I'm a vegetarian so the veggies were nice. But I was not familiar with a lot of the food. I loved the decor and vibe. Can't wait to try to appear cultured and invite other people to Cobra. We didn't do karaoke because we came the night of the having a DJ. read more

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This is a really unique place for pittsburgh! We came on a weeknight, but definitely make a reservation because there weren't a lot of openings when we booked. And come hungry. There are multiple different areas. We chose the bbq table for the experience but there is also a lounge and bar area as well. The dark-lit room provides a wonderful ambiance and gives you a great sense of privacy. We started our dinner with the wagyu appetizer which was absolutely delicious. We opted for the second option on the set menu. It came with 4 different selections of beef, vegetables and lettuce wraps. I'll be honest, didn't seem excited about the lettuce wraps but it was a game changer! There were also some other smaller sides (kimchi, spicy bean sprouts, etc) to compliment your dinner. There are other options to order ala cart style, but we wanted to keep things easy for our first time. Choosing the set entree menu was definitely the way to go. It's such a unique experience and the food was outstanding. The only reason I can't give 5 stars is because the service was a little rough. We didn't receive super great instructions on how to cook the food so it was a bit of a learning curve for us since we had never been here before. The drinks also took an absurdly long time. Outside of those little hiccups, this was a neat restaurant and definitely worth coming to for special occasions! read more

We made a reservation for 6 people at the bbq table. It was everyone's first time trying out Korean BBQ and it was a lot of fun! Definitely one of the most unique restaurants in terms of ambiance. We all decided to do the Omakase II option to get a chance to try a bunch of different cuts, especially the A5 Wagyu. Our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable about everything on the menu, provided suggestions in terms of which cut to start with, how long to grill each cut, and what each of the banchans were. She was constantly checking up on us throughout our meal to see if we needed a refill on anything. It can definitely be overwhelming, especially if it's your first time, but the staff is always around to help out. Everything we had was absolutely fantastic, and it was a great dining experience. The banchans were fantastic accompaniments and provided a nice break from the rich meats. After getting a chance to try out the different meats in the Omakase II, I think next time we'd go back just for the Galbi and the short ribs - apparently if you get the meats a la carte, you still get the banchan which is nice, but I'd definitely add in those ssam packs - eating KBBQ with these just completes the meal. I do with they had some more typical banchan like the steamed egg....and maybe, eventually an AYCE option (Pittsburgh really needs an AYCE KBBQ spot). It does require some pre-planning if you want to reserve a grill table, as they seem to book a week or so out. We definitely plan to take advantage of their SsamStyle events on Wednesdays that gets you a few cuts of meat and a house cocktail (which are also fantastic) for $30! Definitely one of the spots we will definitely be going back to! read more

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I've been for my birthday, I've been for a date, it's a treat every time. The service is great, the food is so good I won't even do it justice typing it in here. read more

This is the first time we've come without the entire family, and it was just as perfect! I noted on our reservations that it was our anniversary, and it was so sweet to get a Happy Anniversary greeting when we checked in! Plus, we got a glass of Prosecco with our meal! I'm always impressed at the knowledge of the service since I have Celiac's--it's always above and beyond letting me know what I can't have due to gluten. I always feel safe coming here knowing that I won't be cross-contaminated! As always, a delicious and accessible meal for someone who usually has to worry about going out to eat--thanks so much! read more

I went with my classmate and we had a great time. My first experience with them was absolutely amazing, with great customer service and our waitress went above and beyond for us. I've been there twice and I have nothing negative to say about this place. The drinks are really pretty. The food is expensive but that comes with GREAT quality stuff. I highly recommend this place to others! read more

Cobra - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Excellent place for dinner drinks and music you won't forget about it easily the experience is great in all aspects

Came here for a late night event. The ambiance and staff were great. I didn't get to eat anything so I can't speak on the food. What really upset me was the fact that they oversold their venue. My group and I went outside for some air and learned we had to wait in a line until enough people left to get back into the event. We ended up just leaving. Definitely not fair to patrons who paid a cover fee and to the service staff who we didn't get to close our tabs with. Not a good business practice/look and probably won't be back to try the food unfortunately. Event goers beware... read more

Seriously this is our newest obsession. We had been dying for a KBBQ place in pittsburgh for forever. When we found out about Cobra it took us a few months to bite the bullet and try it out because it is a bit pricey. Eventually we decided to go with some friends and it was the best decision we've ever made. You get a better bang for your buck if you order a la carte but if you've never been to Cobra before, and especially if you've never had KBBQ before I recommend starting with the Omasake so you can get a feel for what it's like and try several different meats. Our favorite cut is definitely the short rib. But everything is to die for. The bon chon, the saam pack, all the meats we've tried have been good. We even tried the waygu fried rice and the cacio e Pepe off the lounge menu and they were incredible as well. The cocktails are fun and unique and seem to rotate pretty regularly! But all that I've tried are good. read more

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We had such a great experience tonight! JJ is the best server! So attentive and kind. He explained everything to us noobs, and gave some great neighborhood recommendations for two folks new to the Burgh. The food and experience were equally as special at Cobra and we can't wait to come back and bring friends to enjoy the vaporwave vibe, the delicious smell of grilled meats, and a stupid selection of great drinks. Thanks Cobra and JJ for making our first post baby date night a special one! read more

Cobra - Yakiniku BBQ - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Food was delicious! Everything was high quality. The service was great. We enjoyed using the grill and eating the cuts of meat with all the condiments and veggies. The dream cocktail was dangerously good! read more

Cobra - Wagyu, sirloin and ribeye - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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So I've been here several times since this review and each time has been great. I came here to update my review because this past weekend a group of friends and I reserved a private Karaoke room for an event. There were some mix ups with timing and charges. The next day when I received an email to rate our experience, I responded with the issues we encountered. Within hours, Miranda kindly responded. Cobra took responsibility, immediately corrected the issue, and even offered a gift card. This is by far the best customer service I have ever received from a bar/restaurant. My friends and I are so impressed! I can't wait to go back. read more

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Went with some friends for a night of birthday karaoke. This spot manages to project an elegant atmosphere without feeling pretentious - which can be tough line to walk in Pittsburgh. They use Karafun for the karaoke machines, so there's a nice selection of modern hits and classics. Plus you get some nice-to-haves, like easy key adjustments and sliders for the backing and lead vocal tracks. The staff were attentive and courteous without being intrusive, which elevated the already friendly and welcoming ambiance. Easily the best spot for karaoke in Pittsburgh - will definitely be back! read more

If you are looking for authentic Korean bbq, that's NOT the place to go. Based on the waiter's description, it's a bbq inspired by Korean and Japanese cuisine. Wagyu was great but hey when the meat quality is high, it will tasted great as long as not over cooked. What was bugging me is their kimchi. It's insulting to call a place inspired by Korean food. You may argue hey that's a bbq place not go there for kimchi, but anyone that really knows how to cook know that hardest thing is do the simple dish right- almost like a universal principle no matter what cuisine. read more

Great food and service. Fun atmosphere. We had the A5 Wagyu and a variety of meats. Good spot if you like Korean BBQ. read more

Cobra - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Cobra has multiple sides. We were there for the Korean BBQ experience. The four of us got the omikase 1 (for omikase your table all has to be on board). It was a lot of food, and all pretty delicious. The pickled goodies that accompany the mains are just as good as the star of the show which is the meat you grill. They also refill them as needed. Drinks were good. Seems like a decent bar program. Overall a fun meal for special occasions read more

Food was good, I liked the atmosphere. The only issue I had was that it was very expensive, and I like feeling fancy but it was really not worth as much as our bill was. My cocktail was $20 . I would still come back, but if I were the owners, I'd consider lowering prices, just a smidge. I didn't think it felt like it should be that expensive for the quality of everything. If it were just slightly cheaper, there would be sooooo many people coming there! read more

I recently visited Cobra with my husband and son on a Saturday evening at 8 PM, We were celebrating my son's promotion at work and had reservations for a booth with a grill. Since we arrived earlier than our reservation, we sat in the bar - I had the afloat tiki cocktail and it was not only lovely to look at, but really delicious and started my evening out with a pleasant buzz. When we were seated in our booth, we ordered some beers and the octopus ssam to start. for the main, we all had the Cobra Omakase II. It was fun and delicious and our server was charming and helpful. The meal was fairly expensive, but worth it for a celebration. My husband and I are looking forward to returning here for our anniversary dinner. read more

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The karaoke booths are fun! My date and I had a blast. The service was attentive and fast. The food, however, was lackluster and truly not worth the money. We did not eat barbecue because they didn't have any available. We ate from the bar side menu. I had the Wagyu burger. It was tasty, but not medium rare. And, for twenty bucks, I expected so much more. The steak tartare was good, but I would have liked more bread. My companion had the Wagyu fried rice and we shared the grilled broccolini. Again, both were tasty, but for the price, I expected more. They give you bottled tap water at the tables. The second bottle tasted soapy. The ambiance is dark and sexy. But, as it got closer to 8, the music started to get progressively louder and it had become difficult to continue a conversation. I would recommend the karaoke booths. I can't recommend the food. However, the drinks I saw coming out from the bar looked pretty amazing. I would go back for karaoke. read more

If you haven't been to this place or had Korean food, this place is certainly worth trying. The atmosphere and food are fantastic. I reserved a Korean BBQ table for our group dinner, which made for a unique dining experience. Depending on what you order, you actually Grille your preferred meat and vegetables. I recommend the Bulgogi and Galbi (Marinated Meats) to include Japchae glass noodles. I must also report, the service received was outstanding. read more

Omg!!!!!! So glad Cobra is back open after closing since March. Best meal I've had in Pittsburgh. The atmosphere is way cool and the food is ridiculous. The hydrophobic butter lettuce salad with pear is to die for and whatever you do, order the twice baked potato. We planned to karaoke...but were too full and tired from our amazing meal experience. read more

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SO MUCH FUN! We rented a private karaoke room for 2 hours & had amazing food & drinks. So much fun! read more

Cobra - karaoke room - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This was our first time and we absolutely loved it. From walking in to the vibe, to the drinks and finally THE FOOD. Yes be prepared to spend money but the food was high quality and delicious. Our server was awesome and helped us decide. We recommend the Omakse II. It gave us a nice spread for the whole table. They were very attentive to my gluten allergy. Well definitely be back to try the kitchen made food. read more

Cobra - BBQ table - Korean Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania