It isn't enough to come in and call Fukuda my favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh, and it isn't enough to say that I haven't had such an experience of fresh sushi or perfectly paired small plates anywhere else--I've been going to Fukuda for months, and yet I always get stuck when thinking about what to write for a review.\n\nI've never asked for anything at Fukuda. I've yet to order off the menu a la carte, and I wouldn't have it any other way.\n\nBuy a bottle of liquor or wine or a six pack of beer, walk in with a friend or two, and sit at the sushi bar for an omikase. Yes, it's a bit expensive, but you're eating out and it's probably the best fish in the city. Pour your first glass and sit back and hang out.\n\nYou'll refill your drink as your first course comes out, and savor the combination of introductory tastes. Refill your drink, eat some ginger, and let the rest of the meal fall into place. \n\nFukuda is a place to relax. It's my favorite place to hang out. I don't come in expecting to leave anytime soon, I don't mind if it takes a moment for my food to get to me, and the staff is never apprehensive to have a nice conversation or refill my glass.\n\nThe fois gras sushi that ended a portion of my omikase was stupid good, not to downplay the savory mushroom custard, the wagyu beef with wasabi mashed potatoes, the various cuts of tuna, or even the unbelievable black sesame creme brulee at the end of the meal.\n\nThis review is hardly enough. You should save up some funds and check out Fukuda; the place reviews itself.