1. Morimoto
8.8
723 Chestnut St (at 7th St), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Center City East · 99 tips and reviews
Josh Dubin: Modernist Iron Chef wizardry may dazzle the tourists, but it's the straight-up sushi and sashimi that really steals the show. Scallop, amberjack and fresh water eel are the must-haves.
Alyson C.: Tuna pizza was amazing! My husband had the steak and it had to be the best steak I've ever tasted!
Bravo: Kevin Sbraga loves this place! -Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef
3. Kisso Sushi Bar
8.3
205 N 4th St (4th & Race), Philadelphia, PA
Sushi Restaurant · Center City East · 21 tips and reviews
Philly.com: Kisso Sushi Bar offers traditional Japanese tavern food. As far as decor, warm rust-colored wood and delicate flower arrangements help create a beautiful dining experience. Read more.
Bobby G.: Kisso is KissYES in my book! Very fresh - everyone enjoyed their meals. Service a tad on the slow side - at the same time we weren't rushed.
Jason Katz: Amazing sushi!! Need to try the spicy tuna - starts to burn about 5 seconds after it touches the tongue
8. Pod
8.0
3600 Sansom St (btw 36th & 37th), Philadelphia, PA
Asian Restaurant · University City · 107 tips and reviews
Anya: Ah-mazing everything. Crab spring rolls, Kobe beef & foie gras rice, lettuce wraps, super fresh sushi and great waiters.
Philadelphia Magazine: The University City sushi restaurant offers a $25 all-you-can-eat sushi deal on Tuesday nights after 9 p.m. Reservations (and gluttony pants) are highly recommended. Read more.
The Corcoran Group: One of the very best places to eat in Philly. Reserve your table beforehand and try to get seated in one of the Pods, where you can change the lighting and be separated from the rest of the crowd.