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| - I give Kotobuki about a 4.5...
I have been here tons of times, and also sampled some of the "best" sushi in PGH (Umi, etc.) and Kotobuki comes out high on the list.
The sushi is very good, nice presentation, friendly staff. BYOB is always a plus. My favorite roll is the Sunkist Roll. Get this one! It is a spicy salmon topped with very thinly sliced lemon slivers. It definitely has a kick to it, but the balance of lemon adds freshness. SO GOOD. I have never had a problem with the freshness or taste of any items on the menu.
Since they are under new management, they have a new menu, but still have some of their signature rolls from the previous menu. The veggie roll has definitely improved on the new menu!
One thing that makes me sad is that it is always super slow when i go... I think they get a lot of take-out orders, but it is also in a hidden spot so many people probably just don't know about it. I could see that being a turn-off when someone walks in and it's empty. I took my aunt there, and she was very skeptical that it wouldn't be good, fresh, etc. She had reservations of the quality of the place, but after we ate she took them back. She loved it!!
Love Kotobuki, but one small thing: the edamame is VERY salty. Most people like salty, but just a bit too much for my taste. It does come out hot though, which is good and some restaurants don't serve it hot enough!
That is all...
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