
Umami Izakaya
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Umami Izakaya opened in April 2016 in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood, created by chef Roger Li and Derek Burnell, with Li having previously helmed Tamari for nearly six years before pivoting to his true specialty of Japanese cuisine. Recognized as Pittsburgh's first izakaya dedicated to umami flavors, the third-floor restaurant features a robata grill, a broad sake and shochu selection, and a menu spanning sushi, ramen, and grilled skewers.