Royal Sushi & Izakaya is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

1. Royal Sushi & Izakaya

8.8
780 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Queen Village - Pennsport · 13 tips and reviews

PatPat: Awesome place with GREAT sushi. We stayed in the bar area, there’s a back room sort of chefs table sushi area as well if you’re into that. Great sake and staff for recommendations

Tracy L.Tracy Levesque: Get the tuna guac appetizer. It's so good.

Sonny K.Sonny Kwok: Omasake requires reservation for at least 30 days ahead of time

Morimoto is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

2. Morimoto

8.8
723 Chestnut St (at 7th St), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Center City East · 99 tips and reviews

Ariel N.Ariel Nicole: This place is awesome. Any appetizer is delicious. Rock shrimp, duck duck duck, Kobe filet, all great entrees. The asparagus side is also delicious.

BravoBravo: Kevin Sbraga loves this place! -Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef

Food NetworkFood Network: Morimoto, from Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, serves authentic Japanese sushi and the freshest seafood dishes.

Hokka-Hokka is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

3. Hokka-Hokka

8.5
7830 Germantown Ave (at Springfield Ave), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Chestnut Hill · 12 tips and reviews

Shanda M.Shanda Mickens: The chicken teriyaki was the best that I've ever had!

Peter H.Peter Hanley: Doesn’t actually have outdoor seating (FYI)

Britt B.Britt Banks: Very good sushi! Very friendly and accomadating staff.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

4. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ

8.6
1901 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Fairmount - Art Museum · 20 tips and reviews

Ђорђе Г.Ђорђе Глигоријевић: This is an amazing place in Philly that is perfect for dates! Its very cozy and private. This complemented with great food (especially beef options) will guarantee a good time! :)

Michael L.Michael Leis: Cheap beer prices! wagyu beef for two was really good

SooSoo: Food is really good but service is really slow...

Zama is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

5. Zama

8.3
128 S 19th St (btwn Sansom & Walnut), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Center City West · 75 tips and reviews

Shaun R.Shaun Richman: Best sushi in the country. No exaggeration. Get the Black Belt sushi combo.

Philadelphia MagazinePhiladelphia Magazine: Service is slow and can sometimes be forgetful, so sit at the sushi bar for an expedited meal.

Thomas F.Thomas Finnegan: The calamari salad is a must!

Ahi Sushi is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

6. Ahi Sushi

8.0
9999 Bustleton Ave (at The Shops at Red Lion), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Somerton · 19 tips and reviews

Samantha B.Samantha B.: Spicy tuna/salmon is to die for and they have the best miso soup by far!

Michael H.Michael Halper: Variety of sushi is great, try the Ebi Shumai and the the snow crab avocado.

Christopher B.Christopher Brown: New business! Give it a try!

Hiroki is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

7. Hiroki

7.9
1355 N Front St (Master St), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · No tips or reviews
Yellowtail is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

8. Yellowtail

7.8
1218 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Washington Square West · 6 tips and reviews

NoahNoah: Sashimi! Also, they have gluten-free soy sauce (tamari). 😀

Michael B.Michael Bellizzi: Way better than Wasabi House ever was. Plus - 10% off for UArts students!

Campbell B.Campbell Bird: The 3 rolls for $13 is a great deal. Also a pretty cute, low-key spot.

Kansai Japanese Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

9. Kansai Japanese Cuisine

7.8
1822 Spring Garden St (18th), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Fairmount - Art Museum · 14 tips and reviews

Matthew N.Matthew Nichol: The fish is delicious and literally melts in your mouth. Came in on a Sunday. Very friendly staff. I will say the only set back was the Q102 style music playing. I wish it was more relaxing than poppy

RJRJ: Nice little sushi bar and restaurant.

ZaneZane: i like it here

Ochatto Hand Drawn Noodles, Japanese Cuisine & Bubble Tea is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

10. Ochatto Hand Drawn Noodles, Japanese Cuisine & Bubble Tea

7.5
3608 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · University City · 22 tips and reviews

Sophia H.Sophia H: Japanese roasted pork noodle soup is really good too! The herbs in the soups are simply amazing. Best noodle soups in University City, hands down.

Leanne A.Leanne Alyssa: You can ask for vegetable broth instead of beef broth!

Ashley D.Ashley Dunn: Yummy sushi, decently priced lunch special!

Seiko Japanese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

11. Seiko Japanese Restaurant

7.6
604 N 2nd St (at Green St), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 16 tips and reviews

Matt D.Matt DeFury: Wow, Great Sushi! Fresh, tasty and the rolls are nice and big! Defnitely worth trying. I can't wait to come back here!

liliana f.liliana fnu: Seiko special maki....northern liberty and snow white

liliana f.liliana fnu: Awesome sushi and nice place

Ginza is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

12. Ginza

7.5
1100 S Front St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Queen Village - Pennsport · 1 tip

Leah T.Leah Tartaglia: So good spicy tuna handroll

Maru Global Takoyaki is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

13. Maru Global Takoyaki

7.3
255 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Washington Square West · 8 tips and reviews

Christine E.Christine E: Spicy tofu takoyaki is the way to go!

Philadelphia MagazinePhiladelphia Magazine: A small serving of eight bite-size cheesesteak takoyaki ($5.32) is a good snack, or mix and match multiple flavors for a full meal. But the real treat here is the hot chocolate chip Maru balls. Read more.

Greg E.Greg Everham: Curry fries!

Yanako is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

14. Yanako

7.2
4255 Main St, Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Manayunk · 12 tips and reviews

Iris L.Iris Lin: A nice place seriously making sushi! Like it!

Mark F.Mark Funnell: Double check your orders!

Kamaria V.Kamaria Vincent: Great Atmosphere, Wonderful Service & Food !

Hikari is one of The 15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Philadelphia.

15. Hikari

7.1
1040 N American St (Liberties Walk), Philadelphia, PA
Japanese Restaurant · Northern Liberties - Fishtown · 16 tips and reviews

Lawrence C.Lawrence Chen: Went to there few times. Nice spot to talk with friends due to its quietness. Additionally, premium sake is available as well. A little pricy for its class.

Sean M.Sean McElwee: Great! Had to wait a few minutes for the server gave us our menu but they absolutely made up for the mild inconvenience by giving us a sample of the chef's specialty and a complimentary special tea!

Lee B.Lee Brownlee: Awesome eats!