About
Three gringos and an 8-legged culinary muse, who goes by the street name täkō, have brought the so-cal surf vibe to the Steel City with south of the border force and fierce margaritas.
Pittsburghers are reporting getting knocked on their asses on the not-so-sandy shores of the Cultural District, consistently citing killer handmade tacos of an Asian persuasion and deliciously dizzying Yellow Jackets as the cause. An onlooker waiting for his turn to ride the wave was recently quoted as saying, “The raw fish, the raw sounds (by house DJs) and the raw bohemian vibe are worth any wait.” The arrival of täkō in Pittsburgh signals a new high point in the changing tides of the local restaurant scene.
Menu
snacks
Chorizo Fundido $12
Shishito, Scallions, Cilantro, Flour Tortillas
Chips & Salsa $7
Arbol Chili, Poblano, Verde Salsas
House Guacamole $14
White Onion, Serrano, Lime, Cilantro
Tuna Taquitos* $14
Tuna Tartare, Sriracha Mayo, Serrano, Scallion, Cilantro, Lime
Pork Nachos $14
Pulled pork, Queso Chorizo, Pickled Peppers, Crema, Avocado
tacos 
Korean $16
Flat Iron, Cucumber, Cabbage, Peanuts, Red Dragon Sauce
Octopus $22
Harissa Aioli, Baby Lettuce, Pico De Gallo, Fennel, Grapefruit, Crispy Chickpeas
Carnitas $13
Guacamole, Pickled Red Onion, Chicharrones, Salsa Verde
Chicken $13
Salsa Verde, Crema, Avocado, Queso Fresco, Cilantro
Shishito $16
Sunflower Seed Salsa, Scallion Crema, Tomatillo Morita Salsa, Red Onion Salad
Pastor $13
Pork Shoulder, Avocado Salsa, White Onions, Pineapple, Cilantro
Baja Fish MP
Seasonal Fish, Cabbage Slaw, Lime Aioli, Tomatillo Marmalade, Radish, Cilantro
Steak* $19
Kale, Red Onion, Queso Fresco, Cilantro, Roja, Roasted Mushroom
Chorizo $16
Roasted Poblano, Caramelized Onions, Cotija Cheese, Fried Egg, Cilantro
Big Board $95
Choice of 6 pairs of tacos - Max of 3 same choice
Plates
Street Corn $6
Sriracha Mayo, Cotija Cheese, Chili Powder, Lime
Papas Bravas $9
Fried Potatoes, Oregano Butter, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Garlic Mayo
Chop Salad $9
Avocado Green Goddess, Bacon, Cotija Cheese, Cherry Tomato, Seeds, Herbs
Poke* $14
Tuna, Avocado, Spicy Soy Dressing, Sesame Mayo, Tortilla chips, Serrano, Lime
Wings $10
Fish Sauce Caramel, Pickled Carrots, Cucumber, Mint
Okonomiyaki $14
Cabbage Pancake, Red Dragon Sauce, Sesame Mayo, Bonito, Nori, Jalapeno
Ceviche* $14
Barramundi, Grapefruit Aguachile, Avocado, Compressed Cucumber, Orange Oil
Dessert
Churros $7
Miso Caramel, Smoked Chili Chocolate Sauce, Raspberry Hibiscus Jam
Flan $7
Vanilla Custard, Caramel, Cherry Compote, Chocolate Earth
Sticky Toffee Pudding $7
Chocolate Date Cake, Lemon Ice Cream, Toasted Streusel, Toffee Sauce, Cinnamon Crisps
Avion Espresso $5/$10
Small Batch Highland Agave, Silver Tequilla
Patron XO Cafe $6/$12
Patron Silver Tequila, Natural Essence of Fine Coffee
Tanteo Cocoa $9/$18
Light, Medium and Dark Roasted Cocoa Beans, Essence of Fresh Jalapeños
Maggie's Farm Coffee Liqueur $5/$10
White Rum, Locally Roasted Coffee, Louisiana Turbinado Sugar
Cocktails
El Diablo $10
Blanco Tequila, Ginger, Lime, Creme de Cassis
Midnight Ride $13
Wigle Oaxaca Rye, Campari, Pedro Ximenez Sherry, Mezcal
Rebel Blood $12
Mexicat Raicilla, Blood Orange, Lime, Agave, Grapefruit
Starlight $14
Hidden Harbor Rum, Pineapple, Lychee, Lime, Ginger Beer, Angostura Bitters
It's A Vibe $13
Sour Cherry Gin, Benedictine, Allspice Dram, Orange Juice, Lemon, Agave
Cardboard Helicopter $12
Bulleit Rye, Aperol, Lemon, Gentian Amaro
Sara's Other Drink $12
Blanco Tequila, Aperol, Falernum, Serrano, Lime, Ginger
Blame it on my juice $13
Mezcal, Carrot Juice, Green Chartreuse, Lemon, Agave, Hellfire Bitters
The Last Passion $11
Blanco Tequila, Luxardo, Green Chartreuse, Passion Fruit, Lime
Margaritas
Classic $10
Blanco Tequila, Bauchant, Lime, Agave
Spicy Cucumber $10
Blanco Tequila, Bauchant, Cucumber, Serrano, Lime
Strawberry Lemonade $10
Blanco Tequila, Strawberry, Lemon, Elderflower
Spicy Pineapple $10
Reposado Tequila, Bauchant, Serrano, Lime
Coconut $10
Blanco Tequila, Coconut, Demerara, Lime
Cilantro $10
Blanco Tequila, Ancho Reyes Poblano Liqueur, Black Pepper, Lime, Agave
Hell Hound $13
Mezcal, Pamplemousse Liqueur, Serrano, Lime
Mother Madonna $12
Reposado Tequila, Creme de Violette, Sage, Cucumber, Agave, Lemon
El Jefe $30
Don Julio 1942, Grand Marnier, Hand Squeezed Lime, Agave
Frozen drinks
Margarita $10
Choose Classic, Passion Fruit, Blood Orange, or Strawberry
Sangria
Red $8
Red Wine, Apple Brandy, Orange, Lime, Lemon
White $8
White Wine, Rum, Peach, Pineapple
More
Beer
Tecate Lager
$4Pacifico Lager
$6Modelo Especial
$6Negra Modelo
$6Corona Light
$6Jackʼs Original Cider
$8Stone Scorpion Bowl IPA
$8Tröegs DreamWeaver Wheat
$6East End Big Hop IPA
$7Xingu Black Lager
$8Red Wine
Chono Syrah
$11/$50Punta Pays Malbec
$12/$55Bouchon Pais Viejo
$12/$55Leyda Pinot Noir
$13/$60White Wine
Anko Torrontes
$11/$50Wapisa Sauvignon Blanc
$12/$55Catena Vista Flores Chardonnay
$13/$60Sparkling
Gruet Brut Rosé
$12/$55Santa Julia Blanc de Blancs
$14/$68*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
**Please let your server know if you have any restrictions or allergies. Menu may be subject to change.
Events
täkō offers a unique setting in the Cultural District of downtown Pittsburgh for various types of events, including but not limited to birthday celebrations, holiday parties, cocktail gatherings, rehearsal dinners and more!
Our dedicated events team can work with you on figuring out the best format and menu for whatever occasion you are celebrating. To learn about private dining options at täkō, please contact events@richarddeshantz.com
Catering
täkō offers an experience that brings our farm to street food and so-cal surf vibe right to you! from small social gatherings and office lunches to large corporate events, and parties, we have a catering & events program that can be customized to your specific requests.
Reservations
To make a reservation, call us at 412-471-8256 or book online with Yelp. We try our best to accommodate walk-ins and we offer our entire menu at the bar.
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Kitchen Hours
- Mon-Thu5-10p
- Fri&Sat5-11p
- Sun3-9p





















