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Zama, Philadelphia, PA

Zama

4.8
4.8
2035 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese
Traditional Japanese with modern twist. With unique specialty rolls and a full bar that features Japanese beers and large sake list.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 31 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi, Creative Japanese

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (215) 568-1027

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Hiroyuki "Zama" Tanaka

  • Catering

    We can offer catering platters designed to feel about 10 guest each. They come in many sushi styles and can be tailored to dietary concerns. From sushi to salads and some hot food, email us at info@zamaphilly.com for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We have a private area located in the back of our restaurant for up to 20 people. Please call and we can work out a menu, menu build for all budgets.

  • Private party contact

    Bryon Phillips: (215) 568-1027

  • Neighborhood

    Rittenhouse Square

  • Cross street

    Moravian

  • Parking details

    There are several parking lots in and around our restaurant

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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What 2,035 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs

    Japanese

  • Philadelphia

    Japanese

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  1. Amsim26

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service. Food was excellent quality and taste. Enjoyed the experience very much!
  2. PatrickT4

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Wonderful experience! We split the baobaobao and pork dumplings for apps and the sushi combo. For dessert we had the green tea mochi and banana bombe. Everything was absolutely delicious.
  3. RobB

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quality Japanese service food at a midrange budget, the lunch specials are very generous portions at a reasonable cost.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this place. My wife and I have been going for years. The staff is excellent. The food is excellent. They have a great list of drinks as well. Just all around spectacular.
  5. ClaireElliot

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Zama is my absolute favorite sushi restaurant in Philadelphia. Dependably phenomenal bites of fish, savory soup, great service.
  6. Marc

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellence Sushi and great staff. Can’t wait to go again.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite neighborhood restaurant.. great service, food and drinks
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    223 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    223 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Zama is always good - great, sake, and service - glad to be a regular
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly fantastic food!
  10. Jerseydiner

    Philadelphia

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Zama does not disappoint. Menu options, quality of food, plate presentation, professional and cordial waitstaff, and comfortable atmosphere all provide for an eclectic and very enjoyable dining experience. Highly recommend.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had the sushi tasting menu- sushi was fabulous, tender and fresh, inventive and delicious combinations- very satisfying!
  12. FrequentDiner

    New York Area

    88 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Sushi was on the whole excellent and fresh. Flavors were well done. Only complaint is that for the Chef's 7-course offering, wasn't flexible on changing out salmon for another fish at all even though we don't eat salmon.
  13. artlife

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    i’m visiting from California and I always try and meet with my brother-in-law, Gregory Gosfield for a fabulous meal at Zama. Last night did not disappoint!
  14. KW66

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Not sure what happened this time, sashimi on the chirashi bowl was fishy. It hasn't happen before. Hopefully this is an one time thing.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    223 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    223 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tried on the set lunches (churashi) - it was excellent as was the service
  16. EnzosMom

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    We’ve been here several times and it has been great. Tonight seemed to be an off night though. I ordered the chef tasting menu-which was very good, but the 7 courses were delivered with lots of time in between courses- seems as if they forgot the last course because it took so long, and my friends were left waiting for me to finish before my dessert (included with the meal) arrived. My friends food was delivered rapidly with little time to savor or chat. Our server seemed over loaded with other tables. I don’t mind paying a bit extra, but tonight was disappointing based on our past experience and considering it was my husband’s birthday dinner. It Might be a while before we come back …unfortunately.
  17. Lyss

    Philadelphia

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place went over and beyond expectations! Food was amazing , service phenomenal! Must go!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food!
  19. Maddie

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gianna and Travis are amazing!!
  20. John

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    All good1111111111111–11111—111-1111111
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    223 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    223 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    While the Chef's tasting menu is my favorite ... the daily specials are pretty special as well.
  22. YvonneB

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great food, amazing flavor profiles, price comparable to portions and service was excellent
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such good food and vegan/vegetarian friendly!!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fresh and delicious!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    Food was very average if not below.
  26. SK007

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience. Great good. Great service. Will come back.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great drinks, great food and great service. Would go back to explore the rest of the menu.
  28. MD332

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The veggie platter was amazing!!!
  29. KimB

    Philadelphia

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food as well as the staff are amazing. One of my favorite places Love it
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We had an amazing time at Zama. The food was absolutely incredible. Our server Gianna walked us through the entire menu. Started off with sashimi moved into some rolls. The soft shell crab was to die for. The fluffer nutter fried dumpling was incredible. 10 out of 10. If Gianna is working, her knowledge of the menu and impeccable service hands down made this one of our most memorable meals to date!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    Oversalted. Small portions. Flavor combinations were not to our liking. Service and presentation were great.
  32. Ettorestyle

    Philadelphia

    170 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    170 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food is delicious and I will be back
  33. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    it was great !
  34. tjvc

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Best sushi specialty rolls always fresh and delicious try the surfer and wasabi Tina roll
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nice lunch and priced very well. Service was very good. Will definitely return here for future lunch or dinner service.
  36. RolitaR

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was delicious and the waiter are very attentived and answer all our questions.We loved our bento box and the trio of desserts.
  37. TriciaT

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food2service2ambience2
    Meh.. nothing to write home about… but it was NYE and they had availability I don’t need to go back.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My family was in town and it impressed us all! Loved the chef tasting menu, and our server was really friendly and attentive as he walked us through everything. I can’t wait to go back next time I have something special to celebrate!!!
  39. drnanger

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my all-time favs. Zama never disappoints!!
  40. John

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is amazing! Service is great. Wonderful experience!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Zama offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 568-1027.

Zama is rated 4.8 stars by 2035 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Zama

128 South 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Moravian

  • Neighborhood

    Rittenhouse Square

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Japanese, Sushi, Creative Japanese

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    There are several parking lots in and around our restaurant

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Hiroyuki "Zama" Tanaka

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

  • Phone number

    (215) 568-1027

  • Catering

    We can offer catering platters designed to feel about 10 guest each. They come in many sushi styles and can be tailored to dietary concerns. From sushi to salads and some hot food, email us at info@zamaphilly.com for more information.

  • Private party facilities

    We have a private area located in the back of our restaurant for up to 20 people. Please call and we can work out a menu, menu build for all budgets.

  • Private party contact

    Bryon Phillips: (215) 568-1027

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