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Sushi - Morimoto, Philadelphia, PA

Morimoto

4.7 (6863)
$50 and over
Japanese
723 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Morimoto is serving contemporary Japanese cuisine. Chef Masaharu Morimoto of Iron Chef prepares traditional dishes with a modern flair.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 413-9070
  • Website
    http://www.morimotorestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Masaharu Morimoto
  • Private party facilities
    For Special Events, Please Contact our Special Event Coordinator Nicole Coombe at 445-242-4004 or nicole.coombe@starr-restaurant.com.
  • Private party contact
    Sarah Cohen: (215) 413-9070
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    723 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    Between 7th & 8th on Chestnut Street
  • Parking details
    Nearby parking options: 711 Chestnut St., 733 Chestnut St., 10 S 8th St., 615 Chestnut St..
  • Public transit
    Route 47 Bus at Chestnut Street Stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Morimoto's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

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What 6,863 people are saying

Morimoto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Philadelphia County

    Japanese

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Morimoto offers a fusion of traditional Japanese cuisine with "bold, modern twists," boasting "impeccably fresh" sushi and "artfully plated" dishes. Patrons praise the "amazing" service and "sophisticated décor," making it ideal for "special occasions" or a treat. Despite its high price, the "overall experience" is often deemed "worth it."
6,864 Reviews

  1. George VIP

    Philadelphia County10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was a little limited and hard to read. Service was good, food was very good.

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  2. Ted

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the sushi bar. The waygu dumplings were so delicious and tender, while the watercress Caesar with wasabi dressing was ideal. Perfect amount of heat—unique in the best way. Then we had the chef’s choice of seasonal sashimi which was nothing short of spectacular. Stunning presentation with a number of items we’d frankly never had (e.g. barracuda). Drinks were also refreshing and atypical in the best way. The service was top flight and it was a treat to watch the sushi bar team work. Morimoto simply never disappoints.

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  3. Scott VIP

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The black cod miso was amazing. Best fish item on the menu. Oysters were fresh and tasty. Large sake selection. We try and eat here when we visit Philly! Worth the $$$$!
    MorimotoResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Scott, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the miso black cod! It's great to know that our fresh and tasty oysters hit the spot as well. We're glad that you consider us and we're looking forward to your next visit to Philly! Best regards, Morimoto Management Team

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  4. Janel

    Philadelphia County7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Definitely get the chef's tasting menu!

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  5. Edward

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Both the food and experiences were quite incredible. Omakase was phenomenal. A outstanding variety of flavors. Service is professional. The place is very busy and bustling. Room was a bit cold. A/C overworked during a humid afternoon.
    MorimotoResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Edward, We're thrilled to hear that you had an incredible experience at Morimoto! It's great to know that you enjoyed our diverse menu, especially the Omakase. We always aim to provide our guests with a memorable dining experience and it's wonderful to hear that we succeeded. We're sorry to hear that your room was a bit cold during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and will take this into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guest's comfort. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Shannon

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere cannot be beat. And there is not a disappointing item on the menu. This is my daughter’s favorite restaurant in the USA. We cone from Indiana just to eat here.

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  7. Kate

    San Diego2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Probably the worst serving experience I have ever had in a fine dining establishment. I am a chef and thought the product was good and high quality. But the server would rather hear himself talk than actually listen to the customer. They misspoke about menu items and were more worried about how much to add to the bill. They had a hard time reading the table and the slower pace timing I expect. More of a turn and burn type of service which feels disappointing considering the price point, I would not be as critical if it were a different type of restaurant . I tipped fairly on the price of an omakase menu even with the indiscretions. I would like to make a note on the food runners, they were excellent at engage with the customer and explaining the dishes.

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  8. Laila

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and pretty atmosphere Service was great aswell

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  9. Kate

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful experience! It was the sushi making class at the counter. Everything was absolutely perfect. I have a new love of saki. The wagyu beef was amazing. Lovely time. Thank you for an outstanding and enjoyable evening.

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  10. Kerstin VIP

    Philadelphia County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating my daughter’s graduation and everything was just perfect. Thank you to Morimoto for an incredible dining experience where every detail was attended to.

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FAQs

Morimoto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 413-9070.

Morimoto is rated 4.7 stars by 6863 OpenTable diners.

Morimoto does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Google Map for Morimoto

723 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 7th & 8th on Chestnut Street
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Nearby parking options: 711 Chestnut St., 733 Chestnut St., 10 S 8th St., 615 Chestnut St..
  • Public transit
    Route 47 Bus at Chestnut Street Stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Masaharu Morimoto
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.morimotorestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (215) 413-9070
  • Private party facilities
    For Special Events, Please Contact our Special Event Coordinator Nicole Coombe at 445-242-4004 or nicole.coombe@starr-restaurant.com.
  • Private party contact
    Sarah Cohen: (215) 413-9070

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