Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Philadelphia County

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Japanese cuisine in Philadelphia County? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (999)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Montgomeryville

About the restaurant

Ooka is a groundbreaking Asian restaurant set in the unsuspecting area of Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania. Opened in July of 2009, Ooka is setting the standard for forward thinking Japanese cuisine and gourmet hibachi in Southeasten Pennsylvania. The restaurant is highlighted by warm earth tones, deep banquets, lively hibachi entertainment and dim candlelight atmospherics. Ooka takes a modern minimalist approach to classical Japanese dishes with utmost thought and attention to purity, simplicity and seasonality. Ooka keeps focus on the constant evolution of Asian cuisine keeping grounded in the classical techniques of Japan.

- We have an exceptional Whisk(e)y, Bourbon & Wine menu
- We offer takeout & lunch specials

Top review

lisaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Service was spotty. Busboys happily ignored us. Extra plates and serving utensils, and utensils were hard to come by. Sushi is fresh& good.. but rolls are uninspired flavor wise.

Tomo Sushi & Ramen

4.8

4.8 (679)

$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.

Top review

PaulVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Best sushi in Philly! And the newly expanded space is great. The service is so friendly. BYO. Great value.v

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4.9

4.9 (951)

$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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Andy

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent sushi- particularly the rolls. Especially the tunas. I will definitely be back!

Bleu Sushi

4.7

4.7 (611)

$30 and under

Japanese

Center City

About the restaurant

Welcome To Bleu Sushi Japanese Restaurant!

Bleu Sushi brings the rich culinary arts of Japan right to Center City, Philadelphia. Recognized as being a premier BYOB restaurant with the best sushi in Philly, Bleu Sushi gives a fresh take on Japanese cuisine. No wonder customers everywhere have deemed Bleu Sushi the best sushi in town. Furthermore, we are constantly thinking of new food and ideas at Bleu Sushi, thats where the Bleu Bot comes into play. We want to enhance our customers contact-less pick-up experience during the pandemic while implementing a little humor. With that said, our mechanical robotic arm and our outdoor dining patio are all here, ready to serve our beloved clienteles.

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Alex

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Great sushi, fast service. Music was a little loud, didn’t bother me but might bother more sensitive people

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

4.9

4.9 (939)

$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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Susan

Dined 3 days ago

We came here for a work lunch and all my colleagues love this restaurant. They love the food, ambiance, and the idea of cooking your own food. They all love it so much that they want to come back here for our next lunch.

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Nozomu Sushi

4.8

4.8 (137)

$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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Kara

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Absolutely top notch! Highly recommend... reservations a must

Kome Fine Japanese Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (1126)

$30 and under

Japanese

Center Valley

About the restaurant

For Hibachi reservations, please contact the restaurant directly. Online Reservations are for the main dining room.

We take pride in standing apart from other restaurants in offering classical Japanese Cuisine presented in contemporary style with meticulous preparations & serving in very cordial and pleasant atmosphere.
At our Hibachi location, one enjoy great preparations cooked right in front of our customers with entertainment at the same time by performing chef, ideal for kids & family as well as for birthdays & corporation parties.

Top review

johnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Enjoyed our dinner very much. Always enjoy our Kome.

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Popular dish

Sushi Set

Takumi Bistro & Bar

4.7

4.7 (114)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Wayne

About the restaurant

New modern Japanese restaurant is OPEN now at Mainline area. We offer Brunch special menu, happy hour menu, and all day menu. Please visit us via open table. See you soon .

Happy Hour only assigned seat

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Nilmini

Dined 1 day ago

Not easy to find restaurants for my son that meet his high standards but the A5 Wagyu beef stone did! They should create a second vegetarian menu with more choices.

Osushi Japanese Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (155)

$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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Anne

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

New renovations beautiful! Great food, always beautiful presentation. Hosts are friendly and welcoming, sushi is excellent and made with great attention to detail. Cozy ambience - highly recommend.

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Popular dish

Sushi Trio

Morimoto

4.7

4.7 (6768)

$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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steve

Dined 6 days ago

What can I say this is hands-down the best Asian restaurant I’ve eaten at in a long time (since Nobu in Vegas) . The highest quality seafood and sushi at reasonable prices. Love the interior and even the bathrooms

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