Yuzu Kitchen: Japanese Tradition Meets Sustainability in the Heart of Downtown Pittsburgh
Written By: Delaney Pipon
In the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, Yuzu Kitchen is making waves as a Japanese restaurant that boldly sticks to its roots - in both cuisine and sustainability. This restaurant puts its principles into practice through meticulous waste reduction and community-minded sourcing.
From utilizing every part of the chicken to forming a network with local farms and like-minded businesses, Yuzu takes a diligent, step-by-step approach to upholding green values.
Just as they remain steadfastly committed to sustainability, the kitchen team refuses to stray from tradition when it comes to their cultural heritage. In a bold move bucking Pittsburgh's Iron City beer culture, Yuzu primarily spotlights traditional Japanese alcoholic beverages, with a sake list including Junmai varieties made solely from rice as well as the more aromatic Gingo styles. It's a refreshingly authentic touch.
Yuzu's standout Yuzu Shoyu Ramen is the real star - a cross-cultural dish blending Italian immigrant roots with Japanese flavors. The signature ramen features a rich, umami bomb of a broth combining tomato paste and miso. It's then topped with noodles, pork belly, corn, and an egg in a unique ode to the city's melting pot culinary history.
For adventurous Pittsburgh diners craving innovative Japanese fare made with high-quality local ingredients and zero environmental compromise, Yuzu Kitchen is raising the bar through delicious creativity and principled passion.
