Subba Asian - Pittsburgh

Get it to go or delivered! eating is delicious, but the “Ambiance” leaves much to be desired. I would give it 4 stars for eating, maybe more and 1 star for the physical restaurant itself.

There is something for everyone at this restaurant with a few Nepali and Bhutanese dishes on the menu as well as Indian curries and Chinese dishes. Nothing excellent to say but nothing bad either (for takeout). I was surprised how much the veg Datshi reminded me of potatoes au gratin but more like a spicy stew that you can have over rice. The spice comes from thin red chilies. It's definitely a cheesy comfort food. There are broccoli, bell peppers and onion and probably a little garlic in this version too. The dish is packed in foil packets nested in a larger container so it doesn't make the greatest presentation for takeout but I understand they are trying to economize.The momos were very good. Veg curry contained in a dumpling, very much like a soup dumpling General Tso's chicken had a great flavor, but some of the chicken was a little tough.

Momo was very good. Beef and Broccoli was dry and flavorless. Definitely not the most welcoming atmosphere walking into the restaurant, but the staff was nice.

Food is easily the best pahadi (Himalayan cuisine) food I have eaten in the last few years. Dileep is an amazing chef!!!

I’m told, by the owner, that this place has been here for seven years. As I haven’t worked downtown in all that time, I suppose I’m forgiven for not knowing. It’s upstairs at the corner of Cedar and East Ohio, but I’m also told that it’s moving to much nicer digs soon, across the street. But the variety is what attracted me to Subba…and the servings were generous, tasty, fast and, in some cases, with the Bhutanese and Nepalese options, unusual for an Asian restaurant. Highly recommended! We’ll visit again, soon, looking forward especially for a ground floor location.