Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Philadelphia County

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Updated June 05, 2025

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637 Philly Sushi Club

5.0

5 (14)

$50 and over

Japanese

Northern Liberties

About the restaurant

Welcome to 637 Philly Sushi Club — an 8-seat omakase theater hidden behind a bookshelf in Northern Liberties.
Open just three nights a week, this intimate experience is hosted by Chef Kevin Yanaga, a.k.a. The Philly Sushi Whisperer.
This isn’t just dinner. It’s Yanaga Theater — a 20+ course sushi journey told one piece at a time.
Expect dishes like the Japanese deviled egg with toro tartare, hand-pressed bozushi, and our signature black cod hand roll, all prepared and served as part of a carefully choreographed progression.
There are no substitutions, no menu, no compromises — just surrender to the rhythm of the night.

Performances run Thursday to Saturday. Seats are extremely limited.
Come curious. Leave transformed.

⚠️ Due to the curated nature of our menu, we are unable to accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions.

Top review

SteveVIP

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

This was an amazing experience and worth every penny. Nick and chef Kevin were A+ and we can’t wait to come back.

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Tuna Bar

4.9

4.9 (1005)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Old City

About the restaurant

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW PRIOR TO BOOKING
Outdoor reservations are weather permitting and must be specified upon booking the reservation. Specific table requests are considered but not guaranteed.

Tuna Bar is a Japanese Raw Bar and Grill concept created by Owner and Chef Kenneth Sze. Located in Old City Philadelphia, Tuna Bar boasts a relaxing, upscale atmosphere serving fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The diverse menu offers traditional and specialty sushi rolls, raw oysters, scallops, hand-selected fish, and shareable entrees. Tuna Bar offers a fully stocked bar of wine, sake, and spirits. There are no outside food and beverages allowed. There is a $40 dessert/cake fee for guests that wish to bring in a dessert/cake for their special occasion.

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ShelbyVIP

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

The food and drinks at Tuna Bar are always delicious. Our server was friendly, efficient and helpful with suggestions for new rolls for us to try - the Rittenhouse and Broad Street, which were both great. Also enjoyed the Pork Gyoza and Wagyu Beef Spring Rolls. The Shiso Picante cocktail was a winner too. We sat outside, which was pleasant with a nice breeze. Can't wait to go back!

Nozomu Sushi

4.9

4.9 (206)

$30 and under

Japanese

New Hope

About the restaurant

At Nozomu, we pride ourselves on delivering the freshest and most delicious sushi to our customers. Our menu features a wide variety of sushi rolls, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes that are sure to satisfy any appetite. We use only the freshest and highest-quality ingredients in all of our dishes, and our chefs love to prepare monthly special rolls using flavors and ingredients specific to the time of year.

At Nozomu, we believe that the atmosphere of a restaurant is just as important as the food. That's why we've created a warm and inviting space that's perfect for enjoying a meal with friends and family. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just grabbing a quick bite, our restaurant is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy great food.

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JamesVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Bree (hope I spelled that right) did a great job. The food was fantastic. Always a great experience.

Umami Steak and Sushi Bar

4.8

4.8 (147)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Old City

About the restaurant

At UMAMI STEAK & SUSHI BAR, we spotlight this taste as we combine traditional Japanese techniques with premium fish and steaks to bring you a delicious dining experience.

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Jessica

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Super tasty sushi and great service. I am gluten free and have a couple other food allergies. Shoutout to our waiter, Alex (I think!), who was able to tweak several dishes for me. I felt safe eating here AND enjoyed the food, which can sometimes be a trade off. This is NOT a BYO as some local blogs and articles have mis-tagged as. I did not see any mention of a bar or drinks on OpenTable or their website, so I called ahead. They have a full bar and our cocktails were excellent. I hope in time they add to their wine offerings as it was a bit limited. For our party of two, the tables were spread out just enough that you didn't feel like you were dining with your neighbors. I appreciated that the two-tops were longer, easily accommodating the amount of plates that tend accumulate on the table when dining out for sushi. Everything we had was excellent and it was a great value. Hoping to go back soon for the Omakase!

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Philadelphia, PA | Logan Square (The Granary)

4.8

4.8 (978)

$30 and under

Japanese

Art Museum

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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Mark

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Me and my daughter enjoyed the experience we were both full as a tick lol thank you soo much

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Tomo Sushi & Ramen

4.8

4.8 (731)

$30 and under

Japanese

Old City

About the restaurant

We are a BYOB sushi and ramen restaurant located in Old City, Philadelphia, serving traditional style sushi and ramen with a newfangled twist. Tomo was funded out of passion by two lifelong tomodachi (friends in Japanese): Sushi Chef Andy and Ramen Chef Steven.

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liz

Dined 5 days ago

We completely enjoyed our experience. Service was great. Food was super fresh and interesting. Price was great for the quality. It’s lovely, lively and fun. And it’s BYOB! We will be back!

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Hiramasa - Newton Square

4.7

4.7 (180)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Newtown Square

About the restaurant

At Hiramasa, we pride ourselves on using only the finest ingredients. From our premium sashimi and nigiri selections to our signature rolls and perfectly grilled teriyaki dishes, each plate is a celebration of craftsmanship. Our talented chefs are committed to delivering an unforgettable dining experience, whether you’re here for a quick lunch or an elegant dinner.

We believe that great food is best enjoyed in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re gathering with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply indulging in your love for Japanese cuisine, Hiramasa provides the perfect setting.

Join us and discover the art of Japanese dining, where every bite tells a story. We look forward to serving you soon.

Owned and operated by O Restaurant Group

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Chip

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Excellent service and wonderful sushi and sashimi selections Yummy

Morimoto

4.7

4.7 (6870)

$50 and over

Japanese

Center City

About the restaurant

Morimoto is serving contemporary Japanese cuisine. Chef Masaharu Morimoto of Iron Chef prepares traditional dishes with a modern flair.

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SherryVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We opted for the omakase, which was outstanding, and a sake flight that paired very well.

Takumi Bistro & Bar

4.8

4.8 (149)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Wayne

About the restaurant

Takumi is a modern Japanese sushi restaurant in Mainline area.

Brunch menu daily 11:30-3pm ---------Happy Hour(no reservation)in assigned seat. Menu includes $6 beer,$7 wine,$9 cocktails,$7 apps and rolls--------------- -All day dinner always available ------------------Airship seasonal fishes

Top review

Sherry

Dined 7 days ago

My friends and I enjoyed a great meal at Takumi. The cocktails were creative and tasty and the sushi was fresh, beautifully plated and delicious. This would have been a five star experience for me had it not been for the poor service. No one came to ask us if we wanted to order a drink while we waited for the last member of our party and it took a good 10 minutes for anyone to take our drink order after that person did arrive. We ordered apps at the same time since we had been waiting. Apps came out super fast, but no one came to check on us or take our dinner order. In hindsight, we probably should have ordered our dinner at the same time as the drinks and apps. After finishing our apps and still waiting for our server, we finally flagged down another server to find her so we could order. While she did come back to check on us once after food was delivered, we spent most of the rest of our dinner having to flag her or another server down every time we needed something, including the check. I’ll definitely give Takumi another chance because the food was so good, and hope for better service next time.

Osushi Japanese Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (190)

$30 and under

Japanese

Ardmore

About the restaurant

Family owned since 1978. For 40+ years, our family has been serving the South Jersey area with some of the best Asian cuisine. We're excited to announce that we're expanding to Mainline. Our newly opened Osushi location in Ardmore serving high quality sushi. Our chef owner, Sam Li, hand-select our fish daily to insure the highest quality of sushi. We also have kitchen hot dish options like rock shrimp Aioli, shishito pepper, Hibachi & Teriyaki.

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CatherineVIP

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

I had a delightful lunch at Osushi with a friend this week. My salmon bento box was perfect. The miso soup, salmon, rice, veggies and California roll was quite plentiful and very delicious. The green tea mochi was served with a dollop of whipped cream and a Pirouette all of which was a very nice ending to our meal. I highly recommend!

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