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Three gringos and an 8- legged culinary muse, who goes by the street name tk, 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 on looker 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 tk in Pittsburgh signals a new high point in the changing tides

of the local restaurant scene. Hot off the heels of Meat & Potatoes and Butcher and the Rye, the founding gringos Rick Deshantz, Tolga Sevdik and Kevin Kelley opened the coolest (and only) surf shack in town on April 28th, 2015. It may be a day that goes down in local lore as the day the biggest tequila drinking sea creature landed here. With the Japanese namesake for octopus, tk is quickly becoming known for its unmatched farm to street menu, lively space and endless tequila and rum list.

BOARDS DOWN. BOTTOMS UP.

SURGING WAVE HITS THE THREE RIVERS

Kourtney Crawfish / Surf Beat Reporter

R I C H A R D D E S H A N T Z . C O M

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Victoria Vienna Lager, Mexico $5

Bohemia German Pilsner, Mexico $4

Sol Lager, Mexico $4

Estrella Damm Lager, Spain $5.5

Estrella Damm Daura Pale Lager, Spain (Gluten Free) $5.5

Presidente Lager, Dominican Republic $5

Tiger Pale Lager, Singapore $5.5

Oculto, U.S. $5

Pacifico Lager, Mexico $5

Negra Modelo, Mexico $5

Dos Equis Lager, Mexico $4

Xingu Black, Brazil $6.5

Hitachino Nest White, Japan $12

Corona Light, Mexico $5

Modelo Especial, Mexico $5

Tecate Lager, Mexico $4

Lagunitas IPA, U.S. $6

Odouls NA, U.S. $4

t k C H R O N I C L E : FA L L / W I N T E R E D I T I O N 2 0 1 5 / P I T TS B U R G H , P E N N SY LVA N I A t k C H R O N I C L E : FA L L / W I N T E R E D I T I O N 2 0 1 5 / P I T TS B U R G H , P E N N SY LVA N I A

* 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.

YELLOW JACKETEspolon Blanco, Lemon, Yellow Chartreuse, & Charred Yellow Pepper / Savory, refreshing & yellow.

ALOE & ELDERFLOWEREspolon Blanco, Aloe, St. Germain Elderflower, Lemon / Floral, sweet & crisp.

LYCHEE & PEPPERMezcal, Lychee, Bauchant, Lime / Refreshing with a kick of spice.

GRAPEFRUIT & SAGESauza Blanco, Grapefruit, Sage, Agave, Lime, Bitters / Savory, tart, & a little bitter

SPICY CUCUMBEREspolon Blanco Tequila, Cucumber, Serrano, Lime, Grand Marnier / Cool off, heat up.

STRAWBERRY YUZUCorralejo Blanco, Strawberry, Yuzu, Prosecco / Light, refreshing, & bubbly.

SPICY PASSION FRUITSauza Blanco, Passionfruit, Lime , Bauchant Orange Liquor, Habanero Shrub / It will give you the afterglow.

EL DIABLOSauza Blanco, Lime, Ginger, Soda, & Cassis / A classic from the 1940s.

Ask your server for the daily frozen features.

MICHELADATecate, Lime, Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Tomato, & Spices / Lets be honest you can tell your boss its an iced tea, well back you up.

NEVILLE ISLAND TEAAppleton Rum, Mezcal, Pimm's, Blood Orange, Pisco / A Pittsburgh twist on the classic party drink.

BLUE MANGO MAI TAIRum, Mango, Orgeat (almond syrup), Lime, Blue Curacao / A tart refreshing version of the original.

GRAPEFRUIT SIDECARHennessy, Grapefruit, Pamplemousse, Lime, Green Chartreuse / Smooth, herbaceous & refreshing.

OAXACA OLD FASHIONEDCorralejo Reposado Tequila, Mezcal, Agave, Angostura / Thanks, Phil Ward for this modern classic.

RAMONS GIN FIZZGreen Tea infused Tanqueray, Avocado, Lemon, Lime, Cream, Rose Water, Mandarin Jarritos / Avocado? Really? In a drink?

HUMMINGBIRDS GARDENDrambuie, Rhum Barbancourt, Galliano, Angostura Bitters / A smoky & herbaceous version of a classic Old Fashioned.

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CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

margaria $10 coctail $10

SANGRIA Red: Brandy, Orange, Citrus $8

White: Mango, Pineapple, Peach $8

RED WINE Arido Malbec, Argentina $9/$33

Snap Dragon Red Blend, California $8/$30

Tomaresca Primitivo, Italy $13/$48

Terrazas Cabernet Sauvignon, Argentina $10/$40

WHITE WINE Septima Chardonnay, Argentina $12/$44

Comtempo Riesling, Germany $9/$33

Finca Hispana Xarel-lo, Spain $10/$40

Ensemble White Blend, California $8/$30

SPARKLINGStellina di Notte Prosecco, Italy $12/$48

Veuve Clicquot, France $110

BEER

Fanta Orange $3

Jarritos Pineapple $3

Jarritos Mango $3

Jarritos Lime $3

Jamaicas Finest Hot Hot Hot Ginger Beer $3

Topo Chico Mineral Water $3

Fred Water $3

Coke / Diet Coke $3

Sprite $3

N/A BEVERAGES

frozen $10

tarer CHIPS AND SALSA $7 salsa de arbol / roasted tomatillo / tomato poblano

BEET TOSTADA $8 fried tortilla / avocado / citrus vinaigrette / goat cheese / orange puree

STREET CORN $6sriracha mayo / chili / lime / cotija cheese

POKE $14 big eye tuna / seaweed / spicy soy dressing / whipped lime / rice crackers

CEVICHE $12 cobia / citrus cucumber juice / tomato / red onion / tortilla chips

KALE $8 avocado / radish / pickled peppers / mustard greens / sesame / miso vinaigrette

CHOPPED $8romaine hearts / jicama / house cured bacon / tomato / peas / feta cheese / hazelnut / green goddess dressing

THRICE COOKED WINGS $10fish sauce caramel / pickled carrots / cucumber / mint / chili / cilantro

QUESO FUNDIDO $12chihuahua cheese / house-made chorizo / shishito peppers / warm flour tortillas

PAPA BRAVAS $9 fried potatoes / spicy tomato sauce / garlic aioli / oregano butter

CHORIZO $12carmelized onions / roasted poblano / romesco / fried egg / queso fresco / arbol hot sauce / cilantro

KOREAN $14wagyu short rib / peanuts / fermented cucumber / napa cabbage / cilantro

MUSHROOM $12roasted maitake / garlic aioli / truffle huitlacoche salsa / brussel sprout salad

TAKO $18grilled octopus / harissa aioli / preserved lemons / mizuna greens & herbs / pickled red onion

CARNITAS $12braised pork butt / guacamole / salsa verde / chicharrones / cilantro

POLLO ASADO $12 grilled chicken / avocado / white onion / salsa verde / queso fresco / crema / serrano / cilantro

BISTEC $15 wagyu skirt steak / salsa roja / gem lettuce / queso fresco / fried shishito / cilantro

BAJA $12tempura white fish / jalapeno lime aioli / white cabbage slaw / cilantro

AL PASTOR $12grilled pork shoulder / roasted pineapple / white onion / avocado salsa / cilantro

DUCK CONFIT $14hoisin / scallions / cucumbers / pickled peppers / mint / cilantro

TACO BIG BOARD $75pick any six pairs of tacos

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Victoria Vienna Lager, Mexico $5

Bohemia German Pilsner, Mexico $4

Sol Lager, Mexico $4

Estrella Damm Lager, Spain $5.5

Estrella Damm Daura Pale Lager, Spain (Gluten Free) $5.5

Presidente Lager, Dominican Republic $5

Tiger Pale Lager, Singapore $5.5

Oculto, U.S. $5

Pacifico Lager, Mexico $5

Negra Modelo, Mexico $5

Dos Equis Lager, Mexico $4

Xingu Black, Brazil $6.5

Hitachino Nest White, Japan $12

Corona Light, Mexico $5

Modelo Especial, Mexico $5

Tecate Lager, Mexico $4

Lagunitas IPA, U.S. $6

Odouls NA, U.S. $4

t k C H R O N I C L E : FA L L / W I N T E R E D I T I O N 2 0 1 5 / P I T TS B U R G H , P E N N SY LVA N I A t k C H R O N I C L E : FA L L / W I N T E R E D I T I O N 2 0 1 5 / P I T TS B U R G H , P E N N SY LVA N I A

* 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.

YELLOW JACKETEspolon Blanco, Lemon, Yellow Chartreuse, & Charred Yellow Pepper / Savory, refreshing & yellow.

ALOE & ELDERFLOWEREspolon Blanco, Aloe, St. Germain Elderflower, Lemon / Floral, sweet & crisp.

LYCHEE & PEPPERMezcal, Lychee, Bauchant, Lime / Refreshing with a kick of spice.

GRAPEFRUIT & SAGESauza Blanco, Grapefruit, Sage, Agave, Lime, Bitters / Savory, tart, & a little bitter

SPICY CUCUMBEREspolon Blanco Tequila, Cucumber, Serrano, Lime, Grand Marnier / Cool off, heat up.

STRAWBERRY YUZUCorralejo Blanco, Strawberry, Yuzu, Prosecco / Light, refreshing, & bubbly.

SPICY PASSION FRUITSauza Blanco, Passionfruit, Lime , Bauchant Orange Liquor, Habanero Shrub / It will give you the afterglow.

EL DIABLOSauza Blanco, Lime, Ginger, Soda, & Cassis / A classic from the 1940s.

Ask your server for the daily frozen features.

MICHELADATecate, Lime, Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Tomato, & Spices / Lets be honest you can tell your boss its an iced tea, well back you up.