Kaya

Pittsburgh, PA · Caribbean restaurant

Rating
4.5/5
★★★★★ 4.5
Reviews
20
Rank in Pittsburgh
#355
of 1597 restaurants
City Percentile
58%
rating percentile
Address
Kaya, 2000 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Phone
(412) 261-6565
Website
kaya.menu
Status
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM

Kaya is a restaurant located in Pittsburgh, PA. It is one of 1,597 restaurants listed in Pittsburgh. Its 4.5-star rating is above the Pittsburgh city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–11 PM
Sunday11 AM–10 PM
Monday11 AM–10 PM
Tuesday11 AM–10 PM
Wednesday11 AM–10 PM
Thursday11 AM–10 PM
Friday11 AM–11 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★☆ 4.0 Yashash Gaurav · Feb 2026

Good food and great service. The drinks were fun. And the food was pretty good. I liked the hot bean dip the most. Tried the fish tacos for mains - they were decent - maybe missing a little bit of the flavors though. Actually liked the Hummingbird Cake. Decent finish.

★★★★★ 5.0 Cameron · Jan 2026

Wow, Kaya has become one of my favorites on the Strip! The food is all delicious, their birria Cuban, grilled chicken sandwich, they’re delicious! Drinks were also great, with notes you could actually taste and fun unique flavors. Also the Kaya salad dressing is really great, honestly one of the best side salads I’ve ever had. The service was also super fast, atmosphere is nice and moody, with fun decorations that fit the vibe of the menu. It’s also one of the better priced restaurants in the area with good portions too, really loved it and would definitely recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Lena Y · Dec 2025

Came here for a late lunch. Servers were friendly and food came out quickly. Food was good and would come again. They had happy hour drinks, half price. Definitely recommend the fish tacos. There is paid parking near by.

★★★★★ 5.0 Maitri Patel · Jun 2025

Kaya in the Strip District is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the vibe is warm, inviting, and full of energy. The menu is bursting with bold Caribbean flavors, and every dish we tried was packed with depth and deliciousness. You can tell the chefs really care about what they’re doing—everything tasted fresh, balanced, and unique. Whether you’re going for a casual meal or a fun night out, Kaya hits the mark. The service was friendly and attentive, and the food? Simply unforgettable. If you’re in Pittsburgh and love vibrant, flavorful food, do yourself a favor and eat here. Highly recommend!

★★★★☆ 4.0 Carol Evans · Oct 2025

It was good. Next time, I might stick with appetizers and drinks. The conch fritters and the tropical guacamole were both delicious. The paella was fine, but not outstanding.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Delivery ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Fast Service ✓ Great Beer Selection ✓ Great Cocktails ✓ Great Dessert ✓ Great Wine List ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Caribbean restaurantRestaurant

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