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8 years ago

Very nice ambiance for your Japanese/ Korean dinner. They allow you to BYOB and reserve a seat for this place. The staff are friendly. read more

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Michelle P.

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13 years ago

I love me some Doma. Sometimes I'm not sure why I even go to other places for sushi. Their specialty rolls really are special. They have unique combinations of fresh fish and other ingredients. The sushi bar is very prominent in the restaurant and you can see your fish being prepared right before your eyes. On my last trip to Doma, I went straight for the sushi- ordering a bunch of signature rolls to share with a friend. Our picks for the night included the triple spicy double tuna, naked salmon, Chloe, tuna club and island. The island was probably my favorite and it included salmon, spicy aioli, tempura crunch, salmon, mango and wasabi tobiko. I'm not going to re list the menu, but whatever fish and ingredients tickle your fancy, Doma will probably have a signature roll for you. Non-sushi lovers can rejoice as well as they have a kitchen with tasty options. The restaurant itself is tiny. Make sure you call in your reservation! It's a very intimate but swanky setting. And its BYOB, which is fantastic to me. Next time I try to go elsewhere for sushi, I really need to just check myself and reread this review. read more

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Kayla C.

11 years ago

THIS PLACE IS ALWAYS AMAZING. My boyfriend used to live down the street from Doma and we wanted sushi one night so we checked out Yelp. We found Doma and decided to go try it. We've been there 5 times since. The most recent experience was last night and it was phenomenal as usual. First off, we've sat at the same table every time we have eaten there and it is my favorite table (the first high top towards the back of the restaurant). We brought a bottle of wine which our server uncorked and put on ice for us (it's BYOB). We got the Yakuza, Medusa, Island, and Naked Tuna rolls along with a salmon skin hand roll and the octopus ceviche for a starter. The ceviche was excellent (better than I was even expecting) and the rolls were delicious as always. The service is friendly, warm, and attentive, the sushi makers are real artists in crafting both taste and presentation. This is my go-to sushi place when I'm down in Philly. Do yourself a favor and try it! read more

Doma - Naked tuna, salmon skin hand roll, Yakuza, Medusa, Island rolls. Fantastic. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Carrie H.

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7 years ago

This is now one of my favorite sushi places in Philly! The menu is very extensive and has both japanese and korean options. I loved how unique some of the menu items and sushi rolls were! We started with the tuna nachos; these were SO good and I loved the asian fusion twist on nachos. All the rolls were fantastic as well. The tuna club was MASSIVE - very flavorful, extremely filling, and had generous chunks of avocado in it. We also got the chloe and triple spicy double tuna which I thoroughly enjoyed. If you extra room, treat yourself to the taiyaki dessert with black sesame ice cream! read more

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Vivian T.

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12 years ago

I'm giving this sushi spot 4 stars bc they have very reasonable prices for their rolls and very creative ones too with mango and other items. I had there specialty roll (the Yukuza) which was filled w soft shell crabs and topped off w even more. Very delicious ... And this is a byob venue! So remember to bring a bottle or two. I didn't give it 5 stars bc the food was yummy but mind blowing and the service was just ok since I had to ask for help often and he forgot my hot sauce I requested. I wish they just offered more. Also food takes for ever here which I was surprised by. read more

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Lauren H.

Elite 10

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16 years ago

Came here last night with a couple of girlfriends and the end result? Already looking for an excuse to go back! On a whim, we called around 8:00pm on a Saturday night, looking for a table for three, and we got a reservation for 9:30pm. The restaurant is on the same block as Kite and Key, so if there is a wait, you can always pop over there for a drink. From the decor to the service to the food, everything here was well above par. The place was busy when we walked in for our reservation, but we were seated within five minutes, water was delivered, our wine (it's a BYO!) was opened and we got the run down on the specials, promptly. After we had ordered, we got back to our conversation. After not that long at all, out waiter brought over edamame, apologizing for the delay in the food - which none of us had noticed, but we'll certainly take the edamame, thank you very much. I ordered the special soft shell crab roll - which literally melted in my mouth - soo good. Our table had ordered a selection of rolls everyone was happy with their meal. Afterwards, our waiter asked us if we'd like to try the mochi strawberries, to which we said "bring it on!", as well as an order of the chocolate lava cake, because, heck, why not? The mochi presented a bit of a texture thing that some of us had to get over, but once you did, it was strangely addictive - and came with a chocolate dipping sauce. Doma offers, hands down, the best sushi I've had in a long time, and is more affordable than the other places out there (especially as a BYO). read more

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Rob S.

7 years ago

Ate at Doma on a Friday at 5:30pm. Wasn't too busy as they just opened. Heard great things about this place and it didn't disappoint. We had the spicy tempura shrimp app, which was very good. My wife ordered the Medusa Roll and the spicy tuna truffle nachos (something like that). The nachos were really good and the chips were nice an crispy and homemade. I also ordered the Medusa and another roll. The food was very good and fresh. The rice was honestly what made it seem so good. As weird as it sounds, sometimes the rice is over done or under done and can ruin sushi rolls. This rice was perfect and had a good sweet taste. Would highly recommend this place. It seems reservations are a must because the place is fairly tiny. Also nice that it's BYOB. read more

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Benjamin K.

Elite 22

347

7 years ago

See my earlier review for general comments. Wanted to put in list of dishes I have liked here...Warning (long!), but have been here a lot. They have taken a few things I like off the menu, I think (some of the fancier cold apps). Also not the biggest fan of sushi here in general; preer other things. Cold Apps: Salmon Carpaccio ($15), Whitefish Carpaccio ($14), Octopus Ceviche ($9), Hamachi Crudo ($10), Sashimi Appetizer ($15). Hot Apps: Spicy Garlic Edamame ($6), Korean Tacos ($10), Jumbo Ebi Shumai ($6), Dok Bok Ki ($6), Pork Gyoza ($6), Hamachi Kama ($14), Rock Shrimp Tempura ($12), Okonomiyaki ($12), Stuffed Jalapeno Tempura ($8), Tempura Sampler ($8), Steamed Buns ($8-recommend pork belly or shitake), Soft Shell Crab Tempura ($9) Entrees: Salmon Terriyaki/Shioyaki ($18), Chicken Teriyaki ($17), Tonkatsu ($17), Veggie Bibimbap ($13), Nabeyaki Udon ($15), Kalbi ($21) Sushi Bar: Hwe Dup Bap ($18), tuna ($3.50 per piece), Fluke ($3 per piece), Salmon ($3.50 per piece), Sweet Shrimp ($4.50 per piece) Signature Rolls: Spider ($14), Hamachi Verde ($11), Triple Spicy Double Tuna ($13), Tuna Club ($15), Lobster Tempura ($17), Omakase ($17 for 6 pieces of maki rolls) read more

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Ritu K.

Elite 26

952

16 years ago

Thank you YELP!!!! I would have never found this place without you.. Great new restaurant in the Art Museum area- plenty of parking on Callowhill- we're off to a good start!! The restaurant is small with super modern decor. Lots of clean lines, light wood, silver accents- its screaming modern and clean. I wanted to run home and redecorate my entire house in Japanese decor.. Service was attentive with prompt refills of green tea (yum!) and water. Our server was definitely working overtime and earning more than his fair share of tip. We started out with the dragon and salmon roll with mango. Both were delicious!! The dragon roll still had that yummy warmness from the eel being cooked and the salmon was super fresh. Didn't run into problems with huge cumbersome pieces of sushi. We also ordered the beef and egg bibimbap (my new obsession- Korean food). I've only had bibimbap once and it was awesome. This wasn't nearly as awesome but still good! For dessert we split the banana tempura with green tea- soo good!!! Deep fry anything and it tastes good.. There's plenty of different options on the menu ranging from bento boxes to sushi to dishes like pork tonkatsu and a few Korean dishes thrown in as well. Sounds random but it worked for us!!! read more

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Alyse J.

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9 years ago

Delicious food and highly recommended. I am Korean, so I know good Korean food, and this was it. Plus, they have amazing sushi as well. Highly satisfied and highly recommended! read more

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Grace L.

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8 years ago

Such a hidden gem! Love this place and its food. Its advertised as a japanese/sushi restaurant but they have many Korean dishes as well that are really wonderful. I love hwedeopbap (basically bibimbap but with raw fish) and doma's raw fish is really fresh. Also their tteokbokgi/tteokgochi was really good. Service was top notch and staff were really friendly. Definitely coming back! read more

Doma - Hwedeopbap (raw fish over a bed of salad and rice with gochujang sauce) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Basma M.

7 years ago

I live a couple of blocks from Doma and it's my go to place. Whether I'm picking up food to take home or dining in, the food is always excellent. They have a wide variety of sushi options as well as delicious bibimbap. Recommend the tuna club from the special rolls and the sashimi salad for app. Their tuna bibimbap is really good! Excellent service too! read more

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Tanya C.

15 years ago

Simply amazing. After reading numerous sushi reviews at different places around the city I decided to come here. We had the scallop appetizer, the Korean tacos, and two sushi sashimi omakase. The scallop appetizer was sweet and fresh and very yummy. The tacos were amazing - the wrapping wasn't too thick to overwhelm all the flavors. I definitely prefer these tacos to the ones that I have had in Williamsburg in Brooklyn, NY. The sushi sashimi omakase was really filling. I had to struggle to finish it. The special rolls were out of this world and I usually hate rolls! The service was amazing - they were really attentive and friendly. It has been quite some time since I have been blown away by a sushi experience - and I go out for quite a lot of sushi! I will definitely be sure to stop by this gem of a place whenever I am in Philly - I might even find some excuse to drive 2 hours just to eat here again. read more

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Lauren G.

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13 years ago

Great find. ...con't from my Whole foods review. After being pretty much disgusted with my visit to whole foods, and really longing for some sushi after my police run in, I drove the two blocks and found a spot right outside the front door. Bonus. I ordered the the tartare trio but was disappointed I couldn't get it to go. So I ordered it there and sat while they made the rest of my order - salmon carpaccio and hamachi crudo. While I loved all of my dishes, I was disappointed that I had to ask for sriracha to add to the spicy tuna. I'm really never a fan of this way of making spicy tuna/salmon/etc, theirs was way underspiced. However when I added my desired amt of sriracha to it, it made it one of the best I'd had. I'll definitely drive past Whole Foods to get to this gem. read more

Doma - The trio - I found the spicy tuna lacking sriracha. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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Jack T.

5 years ago

Super underrated sushi spot in Philly! Love this place, perfect for date night! Never had anything I didn't love. Fish is super fresh tasting and delicious. Also love the bulgogi bao, sooo good! Servers are always so kind and accommodating. read more

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Karen F.

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Still showin' the love for Doma - same great owners and some not-so-new faces on the staff (Yuli is an amazing server/hostess). We enjoyed a plethora of uber-fresh sushi and sashimi delights including the ever-popular "Naked Salmon" and the not-to-be-missed Omakase maki. We also shared a Bento Dinner with Salmon Teriyaki, Chicken Yakitori, a Yellowtail Scallion roll and more. Korean Taco app is fun (also ask about the truffled-tuna nachos - we did not try but they look terrific). The triple spicy double tuna roll is a fave with the men in my life. Pachinko roll (not ordered this time) is a hit with the kids. I truly miss coming here all the time and I make it a point to get a Doma-Fix whenever I am nearby. P.S. - My now 13 year old kid scarfed down all the leftovers the minute I walkd through the door. She has been coming here since she was 4 or 5 and it's her favorite restaurant EVER. read more

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Namkn N.

13 years ago

My friend and i dine here pretty often but just had the chance to write this review... It's a small nice place.. if i remember correctly, one of the waitress said they are a "cheaper" version of Shiroi Hana (15th and walnut) from the same owner. You have to be careful what you're ordering in this place. Sashimi Sundae caught my attentions AND $10 :) It is an appetizer but the amount of fish you get will not make it worth $10. It doesn't taste bad or anything, but it doesn't worth $10 :) I normally order sashimi deluxe and 2-3 other rolls. Doma roll is probably my fav so far read more

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Renée C.

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6 years ago

I usually come here at least once a week for lunch. The food is consistently very good, and comes fast. The service here is usually excellent. read more

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Megan F.

7 years ago

The food and the service are both always wonderful! My boyfriend and I go there regularly (me for sushi & him for other dishes). We never leave disappointed! Last time we were there we had to wait a few minutes longer for our meals then normal and they immediately brought out complimentary edamame. Also BYOB! Would highly recommend. read more

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Joanne M.

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8 years ago

Had a dinner reservation here with my sisters on a Friday night. The restaurant is modern, well light and has a great ambience. It's a small restaurant with a few tables so I recommend making a reservation. The service was great and quick! We got seaweed salad and japchae to start. The food tasted very fresh. The japchae was so delicious and spicy! For my entree I got two sushi rolls. I didn't like the bibimbap roll I ordered because it had a weird taste. Not my favorite spot for sushi but decent. read more

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Irina L.

Elite 13

170

14 years ago

Upgrading to FIVE STARS, Went back to Doma for a pre-theater dinner with a girlfriend. I told her how amazing my first experience at Doma was, and kept buzzing about how fab it will be. AND IT WAS DELICIOUS!!! We had the tuna flatbread and edamame for appetizer. The flatbread was amazing: we will be making this at home. It is an unexpected combination of tortilla, spicy mayo, guacamole, fresh slices of tuna, topped with shavings of red onion, a sliver of jalapeño and a tiny sprig of cilantro The edamame was perfectly steamed and seasoned. For the main course we ordered the triple spicy double tuna roll (still fab!) the Yakuza roll :fried shrimp tempura with spicy mayo and other ingredients (amazing) and the Ooki eel and avocado roll (abs delicious). No room for dessert. Make your way here - you will not be sorry. Bring a bottle of your favorite libation, enjoy your meal, your company, and just enjoy life. read more

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Kristin M.

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8 years ago

After learning about this cute, cozy local neighborhood sushi spot in town from a friend of mine; I was eager to try this place to satisfy my sushi cravings. Stopping by on a whim with my close friend in town visiting, we were able to grab a seat right before the reservation party showed up. One of the immediate positives of this place was the hostess letting us know that we would have to be out by certain time since we didn't have a reservation. I appreciate a restaurant that will ask us if we are okay with this option vs. just letting empty tables go to waste. The second positive of the night came from the variety of options the menu had to offer, which also included tons of options that are vegetarian friendly too. With sushi cravings on our mind, we ordered a couple signature sushi rolls and miso soup. For my rolls, I recommend both the koopa and rock & roll. The added bonus of the night was finding out this place is BYOB. Excited to continue to visit this local gem in the future! read more

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Sally H.

Elite 21

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6 years ago

Update: I used to love this place for sushi and have been a loyal customer for 4 years in Philly. However, this is now the second time I've gotten takeout and found hair in my food, which is unacceptable. The first time was maybe a bit over a year ago and just one and they offered to remake my entire roll for me. This time when I called, it was because I found 2 hairs in my pork gyoza AND the naked tuna that I always get did not taste fresh at all. It looked beige colored rather than bright pink/red and when I took a bite it was super fishy. I called to let them know so others might have a better experience and the new young guy (not the guy I remember working there before) asked me why I felt my fish didn't taste fresh and offered me a complimentary gyoza next time I order. I had to fight to say my $12 roll was inedible and he offered me a $10 credit too. I don't know if it is related to COVID that they don't have as much supply or limited demand, but the quality and service feels it has really gone downhill. My boyfriend also got it a month ago or so and they messed up his order. Doma what has happened to you?! read more

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Jazpur R.

290

8 years ago

They are amazing!! First visit to Philly and first sushi bar to taste!!! They DO NOT provide their own alcohol but they suggest for you to bring your own in. Great family, casual setting with FRESH amazing tastes of all sorts of dishes!!! read more

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Manisha B.

15 years ago

There's nothing quite like miso soup and sushi when it's pouring rain with forty mile per hour winds. I had just met the BFF in Philly for the weekend, and after half a day trekking around, getting lost, getting soaked, and being generally kind of miserable, it was nice to seek sustenance at Doma. We got there at about 6, so it wasn't at all crowded. The service was a bit on the slow side, but it was nice to just be able to sit, relax, and drink tea for a little while. We both ordered the sushi regular, and it was excellent. Their spicy tuna rolls aren't made with the normal mixed up tuna and sauce, but rather chunks of tuna with the spicy sauce overtop. They were perfect. We also ordered the chocolate lava cake with green tea ice cream. It was quite good, if not a little dry on the cake part. But it wasn't overly sweet, and the ice cream was really light and refreshing. Our waiter seemed a little timid- every time he came over to the table, he said "Excuse me, ladies?" I mean, I didn't think we were that deep in coversation, but I could have been wrong. They also never refilled our tea, which I found odd. They also didn't charge us for our tea, so who knows what was going on there. We had a good time, and very much enjoyed the food. If I go back to Philly, I would not mind eating here again. read more

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Eleni P.

6 years ago

Love getting sushi here. Staff is friendly and accommodating and food is always delicious. Best of all-their BYO. Also their sea bass is amazing! read more

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Ovidiu M.

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6 years ago

Nice outdoor seating during Covid, the sushi was really good. Two rolls were good, omasake- great.

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SaigonPhilly E.

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8 years ago

I went back again and still so in love with this place. They were very accommodating with my reservations that I had to change 3 times. Thank you! And I swear, our waitress is the sweetest and friendliest person I've ever experienced. And I go out to eat a lot! Also, found another favorite sushi... the Naked Salmon! read more

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Audrey P.

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9 years ago

This sushi shop is located in the main area of Philly near MIA fest. We came here to get something to eat beforehand. The place is really small inside and prices are more expensive since you're in the heart of the city. I thought the sushi was good but I wasn't impressed. What I could have ordered more of was the Octopus Ball appetizers. They were melt in your mouth delicious! I would come back here just for the Takoyaki. read more

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John T.

4 years ago

I've eaten here several times now. I order something different each time, and I don't think I will exhaust the food options any time soon. Every roll is exquisitely made, and the taste is unreal. I'm not sure there is a better place for sushi in the City. The service is also amazing. Very kind, attentive, polite, and prompt. Five stars. Fully recommend. read more

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Justin L.

8 years ago

My wife and I were coming from out of state and while staying in the area, came across this nice place. Great food, clean atmosphere, and fantastic service! read more

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Beata S.

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9 years ago

Nice atmosphere and vibe. I ordered the spider roll and the triple double spicy tuna as well as the octopus ceviche. There was barely any wait to get our food and the waiters were friendly. It was a great experience ! read more

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Ruthie N.

8 years ago

This is my husband and I's favorite sushi restaurant in the city! We love their speciality rolls including the Tuna Club (don't be afraid to eat it with your hands). read more

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Audrey W.

Elite 26

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8 years ago

Decent sushi. Great service. Boyfriend had sashimi which he said was very delicious. I had a couple of rolls that were pretty average.

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M A.

7 years ago

Service is always incredible and the sushi is the best. Hands down my favorite sushi restaurant in the city - and it's BYOB! Would recommend this spot to anyone. read more

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Lauren S.

9 years ago

All the crazy sounding sushi apps and rolls we ordered were tasty. Definitely offer more fusion-y, creative sushi and apps than regular sushi joints. Majority of their hot entrees are Korean it seems. Bibimbaps and kalbi and stuff. The restaurant is small so it fills up quickly even on a Thursday. They are also BYOB! There's whole foods 3 blocks away that sells wine and beer, or a beer distributor across the street (but they sell beer by the case mostly). Apps: hamachi crudo and sashimi sundae. Hamachi crudo was light citrusy summery - basically a nice refreshing way to start the meal with a bit of kick from the jalapeno. Sashimi sundae reminds me more of korean way of eating sashimi, which is with spicy chili pepper sauce with sesame oil. Main: naked salmon, doma, and island. Naked salmon was my fave. The rice is fried on the outside so it's crunchy when you bite in but soft and chewy in the inside. The other two were also good and had the flavors worked nicely together. Did I mention all the rolls were really pretty? (Was too busy eating, so no photo..) Service: super chill and attentive! I guess the space is small, so the staff were on point before we even had to ask for anything. read more

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Susan L.

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9 years ago

Last weekend was my 2nd visit to Doma. The first was on a suggestion by another yelp elite'r several months ago. Clearly we liked it enough to return! Truth be told, my first visit was a 5 star one, and the 2nd was 3-4. Lets start with ambiance: 4/5. This place is so teeny tiny and the tables quite close together. however, it feels legit cozy and when its busy, you appreciate having a table at all! First visit, the place was slam packed. This 2nd one wasnt as insane but was getting there was we left. Menu: 5/5 - great things to pick from even for us vegetarians. There were plenty of regular menu items AND specials for the veg-heads out there. We tried the mushroom bao buns (always get the bao buns), tempura, bimibap (forgive the spelling) roll, and the tofu salad. I love salads in general but extra loved this one with avocado, seaweed salad, tofu, etc and a great sesame dressing. The bimbibap (still wrong) roll was ok but not thrilling. My dining partners tried a variety of other rolls which were a huge hit for them. The triple double tuna was a favorite of the pescatarians at the table. Service: 5/5. This place is BYOB (come prepared) and as soon as we were sat, they brought us glasses, opened up the red to breath, and brought a bucket for the bubbles. Service was very good from there forward. Overall, I would definitely return for round 3! read more

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Brigit B.

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10 years ago

The definition of quaint, Doma is unique alternative to the every day sushi restaurant. The menu is full of mouth watering rolls and there are a few solid options for vegetarians as well! My gf and I came to Doma on a Thursday night. I made a reservation and while our wait was a short 5 minutes they brought us out a complimentary order of edamame. An unnecessary but lovely gesture. For as small and crowded this place was, I didn't really feel overwhelmed. The small staff swiftly shared all duties and created a very comfortable environment. Like a champ, I forgot it was BYOB so we jealously watched our neighbors sip on their no corkage fee wine! If it weren't Woodbridge I probably would have pulled a Robin Hood but let's not talk about my wine standards. (Jk, I don't have any) Our meal was enjoyed thoroughly! The waitress suggested a roll that was quite possibly the best I've had, and I can't remember the name! Sorry :/ Agetofu. Steamed mushroom buns, my special roll, were all devoured! Doma is perfect for a date, as long as your ready for a bit of noise. I don't know how the staff managed all the people with so few staff, but it worked! Great meal! I'll be back, with wine of course! read more

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Rachael M.

287

6 years ago

Best sushi in philly in my opinion. They are always so accommodating and the rolls are very fresh and delicious... extensive menu. I get delivery a lot which is always quick, but also go into the restaurant- it is clean and service is great. Definitely my go to sushi spot. read more

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10 years ago

I heard many people rave about Doma before I tried it. Like, everyone. So when my first experience left me a bit underwhelmed, I decided to have a second "date" with Doma before I passed judgment and did a write up. My first experience was a bit anticlimactic, my table was near a cold window, I was dining sans wine and with a partner who was less than adventurous- so needless to say, my menu options were limited and far from fancy. After I felt that I would soon be ghosting Doma like a bad first date. However, I decided to give it another chance, and another chance after that and I am glad I did. Second and third go-around visits were 10000% better. I ordered more from the menu, my date and I had wine, and I left feeling like I had found my sushi "bae". The major league dishes I had were the Korean pork tacos and the tuna club 'roll'. The soft tacos were served with spicy asian slaw, and your choice of bulgogi, spicy pork or braised pork belly. I believe there were three, but my memory fails me because they went so quickly. Next up, the tuna club signature roll. AMAZE. It had crunchy spicy tuna tartar and avocado. Fish was fresh, service was fast and friendly. I am glad you weren't a one-night stand, Doma. xoxo read more

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1822 Callowhill St
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Logan Square, Franklintown, Art Museum District, Fairmount, Spring Garden
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Hours

What time does Doma open?

Doma opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Doma opens at 4:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Doma close?

Doma closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Doma closes at 9:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri 5:00 PM - 9:30 PMSat 4:00 PM - 9:30 PMSun 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Doma take credit cards?

Yes, Doma takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Doma have catering options?

Yes, Doma does have catering options.

Does Doma have a drive thru?

No, Doma does not have a drive thru.

Does Doma serve alcohol?

No, Doma does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Doma have TVs?

No, Doma does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Doma have bike parking?

Yes, Doma has bike parking.

Does Doma have outdoor seating?

Yes, Doma has outdoor seating options.

Does Doma have parking?

Yes, Doma has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Doma wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Doma is wheelchair accessible.

Does Doma have free WiFi?

No, Doma does not have free WiFi.

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Double Knot

First of all - don't even contemplate coming here without a reservation. It's insanely popular and…read moreI can see why. We had dinner reservations for 7:45 but got there two hours early because we really wanted to try out their happy hour. Huge selection of food for happy hour and delicious drinks. We waited an hour but were sat and immediately cancelled our dinner reservations because we knew it was about to go down. Fair warning - if you're approaching 40 like us, it's dark, it's loud, and you're sitting on top of people. It will be worth it. We had the double knot roll, spicy tuna roll, BAO, and some drinks. All 10/10. But the real star is the grilled meats. Specifically the scallion ribeye. We tried to take pictures of all of it but it was literally too dark in the restaurant. I would go back and just order ribeye skewers for the entire happy hour. They don't take happy hour reservations but get there early. It's the best.

I've been meaning to try Double Knot and was glad to go tonight with a friend/colleague. It is…read moredefinitely very dark inside and I was glad to be seated in the less noisy basement compared with the super noisy bar area on the first floor that also has dinner seating. We sat in a cozy corner booth and could easily hear each other although we could not read the menu or clearly see what we were eating the lighting is so dim (and consistent with the gothic theme). Now onto the food. We ordered 9 dishes (waiter suggested 8) and it was way too much for us and I'm a big eater! Edamame dumplings - 4/5, may be just me, but I don't really enjoy mushy fillings to my dumplings. The broth they came in was amazing though Tuna rice cracker - 4/5, not really a cracker, more like a crunchy mini loaf of rice topped with tuna and a slice of jalapeno - delicious and much more filling than what I was expecting. I only gave a 4 instead of 5/5 for taste because of the unexpected presentation of the "cracker" Shishito pepper small plate - 5*/5 outstanding! I could eat these all day they were so delicious. I'm not sure how they flavor these or what light crunchy sprinkles were on top of this very generous portion of peppers (I would estimate maybe 30 peppers?) I'd go back just for this dish Black cod fried rice - 3/5, I should know better that a miso black cod will be somewhat fishy, and with it spread in chunks throughout the fried rice I'd say this was my least favorite dish. Crispy brussels sprouts - 4/5, a solid offering, not much to write home about Crispy tofu - 3/5, not particularly unique although it sounded amazing when described - cubes of deep fried tofu drizzled with peanut sauce on a bed of cilantro pesto. But not that tasty and not that interesting Scallop robo - 5/5, excellent with a kick from the spicy powder on these, note these are very small portions, three slices of scallop (not even a full scallop or if these were full scallops they were very thin) on a stick Ribeye scallion robo - 5/5, also excellent, with three chunks of tender grilled beef Mochi ice cream: passion fruit, matcha - 4/5, but mostly because I'm not a huge fan of mochi ice cream, I'd rather just have the ice cream or have it with a brownie or between two cookies So overall, service was great, not overly attentive. And the food was very solid with an outstanding exception with the shishito peppers. I'm not sure I'd go back as it is very dark in there and if I was seated on the first floor I'd not be able to have conversation with my dinner mates.

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Samurai Japanese Restaurant

4.5

(115 reviews)

0.9 mi

Had a great meal! Only really tried them because Uber eats has a buy 1 get 1 free deal, but it…read moredidn't disappoint!! I got the Black Angel roll and Yellowtail Jalapeño roll. Both had an excellent fish to rice ratio. Fish tasted fresh with no weird "fishy" taste. Flavorful and unique! Will order from them again. Look forward to eating in so I can experience the ambience and service as well!

I paid off my student loans so it was sushi to celebrate!!! I knew I wanted a sushi boat and my…read morehusband found this place online and made reservations for a Friday night. It's the usual center city parking situation - try your luck with street parking or park in one of the decks. This place is pretty low key but way more spacious that it looks from the outside. It's relatively "no frills" when it comes to vibe as service, very casual - definitely not fine dining, lighting is a little harsh. We got the Love boat for 2 - which comes with one miso soup and one salad (so hopefully you're willing to share or maybe one of you only wants soup and the other wants salad). The boat was ok - didn't really hit the spot in the way that I had hoped. Karaoke rooms are open and pretty loud but they sound fun. Maybe I'll come back and check those out but I likely won't be back otherwise.

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Kichi omakase

4.5

(142 reviews)

0.9 mi

One of the best Omakase we've ever had in Philly. Conveniently located very close to the Convention…read morecenter and within walking distances to nearby hotels. Very friendly chefs and staff. BYOB so make sure you come with something nice to pair with the fish.

Rating strictly based on food. Ok, but not great (relative to the price). It's a legit omakase…read moreexperience, but slightly underwhelming flavors. No service issues, although sushi chef did his work in complete silence except when serving the pieces. There were 4 couples seated at the bar and he seemed to focused on preparing the fish to engage the group.

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Bleu Sushi

The sushi was fresh and tasty, the vibe was so chill and the service was perfectly balanced:…read moreattentive, but not hovering. We used a Groupon, $100 of food for $54. Got the Sushi Boat and have some to take home. Hope to return! BYOB is handy, too!

Quaint small bistro-like restaurant with beautiful detailed decor. The staff was welcoming from the…read moreget-go and very hospitable and very attentive to even the smallest thing. We ordered a variety of different dishes and they were all incredible. The raw fish was fresh, the hot dishes were all seasoned and hit all the savory, sweet, and salty taste buds. I was very pleased with my first time here and will come back to try others items on their menu.

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1225Raw Sushi and Sake Lounge

Great Happy Hour Tuesday - Sunday! I stumbled across this place wandering around Sansom street and…read moreI'm glad that I did! They have really great options to choose from on Happy Hour and their regular menu! The Bao Buns & Steamed Dumplings did not disappoint! I was full after those two options but the HH menu had plenty to choose from. Fresh sushi is also prepared as you walk in! Beautiful dim lighting right at the entrance. That was my first time having that beer, not bad. I switched over to a special cocktail made my the bartender; great customer service! The host was also incredible with his greeting and recommendations. The place is clean, spacious and cozy. I say the bar, much space and many TVs. Check it out!

FOOD We ordered their spicy tuna roll, pork belly sumo buns,…read moremushroom sumo tacos, spicy citrus sumo wings, and fries. All of them were tasty and filling, and for happy hour, decently priced. It's a good place to try and to meet up with friends. DRINKS We had their yuzu paloma and one of their specialty cocktails. Both were good but VERY strong, so if you're looking for something sweeter or something that doesn't pack too strong of a punch, then they might not be for you. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly. AMBIANCE It's a great place to catch up with friends over some finger foods and drinks. Located at the heart of Center City, it's also nearby a variety of other establishments if you want to hop around. PARKING Paid street parking is available at a limited capacity. Parking garages are also located nearby at a fee.

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Mari Mari

4.2

(79 reviews)

0.8 mi

Service: you buy your food at the counter and they serve it to your table if you wanna dine in…read more The inari was pretty worth it given the size. Tho I do see how it is a little overly sweet which overpower the flavor of the topping. Least favorite that I got was the shrimp. It is a nice cute little store with free water. The area also looks and feels clean.

Mari Mari is a no-frills, affordable Asian fusion restaurant offering a variety of dishes,…read moreincluding ramen and inari. The food is delicious and satisfying overall. ---------------------------------- My only complaint is that I requested "no egg" in my ramen, but it was still served with an egg. While I'm not allergic, eggs don't digest well for me and I gave it to my friend who was with me. Because of this experience, I would recommend that individuals with a serious egg allergy exercise caution, as dietary requests may not always be accommodated.

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Sampan

Popular spot that was packed when my girlfriends and I went to celebrate a bday on a Sat evening,…read morefor the chef's tasting menu. We were sat right by the kitchen, which was cool as we got to see their assembly line. (Deff reserve in advance and dont be more than 15 mins late for ur rezzy!) We tried the tuna rice crackers (one of my faves), cheesesteak bao, edamame dumplings, wagyu beef, kung pao chicken wing, NY strip steak, crispy walnut shrimp, kimchi fried rice, it was a ton of food. Deff filling. Service was great and all the food was incredible. Highly recommend. Great spot for a special occasion. Pro tip: Parking is tough in this area of the city so give yourself ample time to find.

Let me tell y'all something…read more.. I came to Sampan tonight as a party of one, and apparently being alone is the restaurant equivalent of showing up to a cookout without bringing a side dish. Now before I start, let me say this: I'm a huge fan of the owner. Matter of fact, I used to work for him part-time years ago. So writing this review feels like having to tell your favorite aunt that her potato salad got raisins in it. Nobody wants to do it, but the truth is the truth. The night started with them seating me at the prep station bar in the corner. Cool. No problem. I like my peace. I like my solitude. I like pretending I'm a food critic with important opinions. What I don't like is sitting there so long waiting for service that I started considering applying for a job. Nobody greeted me. Nobody checked on me. Nobody even looked concerned that I was aging in real time. When someone finally came over, my place setting wasn't complete. No napkin. No proper setup. Just vibes and uncertainty. I decided to do the chef's tasting because I wanted the full experience. Big mistake. That tasting menu moved faster than a church announcement after the pastor says, "We're running out of time." My server never asked if I'd been there before. Never explained anything. Never guided me through the menu. He was talking so fast I felt like I was taking the SATs. The ceviche was okay. Not bad. Not great. It was there. The cheesesteak bao had less flavor than the hold music at PECO. And here's where things got ridiculous. The bao was greasy enough to lubricate a transmission, and I realized I didn't even have a napkin. Now I'm sitting there looking like I just changed the oil in my car. So I had to flag down the host and ask for a napkin. At this point, I'm wondering if I'm on a hidden-camera show. The rest of the tasting menu showed up one plate at a time, and honestly, most of it was so forgettable I can't remember if I ate it or imagined it. But then... Like an angel descending from heaven... That bronzino arrived. Baby. Listen. That bronzino and those string beans saved the entire evening. That fish walked in like Martin rescuing Gina from another bad decision. Perfectly cooked. Flavorful. Beautiful. For a brief moment, I thought Sampan had turned this thing around. The pork chop was pretty good too. Then the kimchi fried rice came out and said, "Not so fast." Now I've had this dish before, and I know what it's supposed to taste like. Tonight? Absolutely not. I took one bite and immediately started looking around for the version I ordered. It was so disappointing I sent it back. And when dessert time came, I was emotionally unavailable. I declined. Respectfully. I was done. Look, maybe they had an off night. Maybe the staff was overwhelmed. Maybe dining solo just isn't their thing. I don't know. What I do know is that one heroic bronzino shouldn't have to carry an entire restaurant on its back like LeBron in Cleveland. The fish did everything it could. It fought hard. It deserved better teammates. Unfortunately, one MVP performance couldn't save the game. For me, this is probably my last visit.

The perfect way to start your meal: crisp, flavorful spring rolls and a bright lime sauce that brings the whole thing to life! ⁠

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Aki Nom Nom Sushi & Ramen

I work in the area so I tried this place out since I'm a sushi lover. The food is so fresh and…read moreunique! The environment is so relaxing and charming. What really makes the experience elevated is the people that work there are so passionate and happy. The manager is incredibly nice with such top notch energy -- you'll KNOW who he is! The deals are additionally amazing. Would definitely recommend for a date, quick lunch, happy hour, or dinner plans!

The AYCE price for what you get is very solid! We ordered almost half of the rolls on the menu and…read moresome were more of a miss than a hit. There are not too many of the popular traditional rolls and these ones are a little more creative, and more tempura and imitation crab rather than eel or salmon fillings. My friends and I barely finished our 3 rounds and did notice that the nigiri had a lot more rice towards the end than it did in the beginning. Would recommend this place if you're looking for quantity of sushi for a good deal.

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Sumo Sushi

I have never had a bad delivery from Sumo Sushi. My go-to is always the Philadelphia Roll. I love…read morehow fresh the salmon is. And how much is inside the roll. I also ordered the Scallion Pancakes & Shrimp Shumai. Everything was fresh and delicious! The sauce for the shumai did spill but only inside the container so it only added to the shumai! My orders always arrive super quick as well!

My go to takeout sushi spot. Quality is always amazing and they're super fast. Be sure to check out…read moretheir 3 roll lunch special--such a good deal!!

Special - Fortune Ball, Happy New Years Eve.

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Special sashimi shot. Filled with yellow tail, tuna, salmon, roe, and cucumber. Delicious.

Shiroi Hana

Amazing sushi!! Our server was so sweet and attentive and it created a super relaxing atmosphere…read morewith their smooth jazz and warm lighting. Great spot for family dinner or even a date night! 10/10!!

The food was alright and the service was decent. I love the style and design of the place but I was…read moreexpecting the quality of the food to match the high-end look; it wasn't bad, just not memorable. The location is right downtown, so I would recommend taking a rideshare to the spot. I believe we just missed the rush, but it was not crowded and it was a pleasant experience.

Interior (photographed by Dave Hong)

Signage (photographed by Dave Hong)

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Appetizers (photographed by Dave Hong)

Talula's Garden

The food here was delicious! Got the pesto lemon ricotta…read moreappetizer and it was surprisingly warm and delicious Also got the scallop shrimp risotto which was the highlight of tonight! It had some sort of pickled veggie on the top that made the whole dish not as cheesy and able to finish! Also got the chicken gnocchi and the gnocchi for me was delicious! Also got a Thai cucumber salad which was a great side to help flush everything down! The outside area was beautiful as well!

Love this restaurant for it's ambience and aesthetic! The bar, indoors, and the garden/outdoor…read moreseating were all such a vibe. Went here for brunch and got the Vegan Shakshuka, Farmers Market Fresh Vegetable Frittata, and Brioche French Toast Sticks. The food was good- my favorite my was the French Toast Sticks. I wouldn't say the food/flavors blew me away but they were pretty decent. The service was amazing- pleasant and helpful staff. I'd probably go back here for their dinner menu which looks very promising. Definitely worth going here!

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Buddakan

Absolutely amazing. Everything was delicious. We celebrated a 50th birthday and had a predetermined…read moremenu. Appetizers included the edamame dumplings, Sichuan pork wontons, Cantonese spring rolls, and tea-smoked spare ribs. All were great-- The spare ribs and pork wontons were divine! Entrees included the wasabi crusted filet, pan seared chilean sea bass, grilled lamb chops, and lemon sesame chicken. Again, everything was wonderful but the filet, sea bass and lamb threw it out of the park! Sides included the korean beef fried rice, wok gai lan, and wasabi mashed potatoes. The fried rice... dangerous! Oh so good. Service, of course, was wonderful. I've thought about this place ever since! Cannot wait to go back.

Everything was delicious! My only gripe is the price of everything. Nothing was "wow" to the…read morepoint where it commanded the price they charge for each dish. Interior is upscale, great for a business dinner. Service is kind and attentive. We'll likely be back, because we haven't had a bad meal yet. Everything was delicious! My only gripe is the price of everything. Nothing was "wow" to the point where it commanded the price they charge for each dish. Interior is upscale, great for a business dinner. Perhaps that's where the price tag comes from. Service is kind and attentive. We'll likely be back, because we haven't had a bad meal yet.

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Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House

Lazy Sunday after an unsuccessful Memorial Day beach weekend. It was cold and rainy all weekend but…read morewe decided to hit up some beef noodle soup place to warm up. On this cold almost summer day, Nan Zhou was hustling and bustling. Separate parties at the same round table and clients coming in and out of the restaurant facade. Warm lighting and active banter. I received my bowl of beef noodle soup was pretty satisfied. Beef was tender with flavorful bites of fattiness. Somehow, the meat tastes beefier than beef. The cilantro had potent herbaceous flavor with some spinach(?) and mustard greens. Noodles were pleasantly chewy w variation in texture. Lowkey, everything else was alright. I like to be nice so I'll say no more. Cucumbers were fine

We came here around 1pm on a Sunday and ordered the mapo tofu with noodles, the house special…read morenoodle soup, and a shrimp stir fry. This place was packed, which is always a good sign, and even with that the staff stayed super prompt and professional. The house special was my favorite. I got it with the knife-cut noodles and it was perfect with the broth. The noodles had that slightly uneven, chewy texture that really holds onto the soup. I never thought I'd be the type to talk about "mouthfeel" but here we are. The broth itself was rich and savory with a deep beef flavor, a little bit of oil on top that adds body without feeling too heavy. It's that classic, comforting Chinese beef noodle soup done really well. I added a braised egg, which had great flavor soaked into it, though it was served cold, which threw me off a bit. The mapo tofu with noodles was also really solid. It had that signature spicy, numbing kick from the Sichuan peppercorns, balanced with a savory, slightly salty sauce. The tofu was soft and silky, and mixing it with the noodles made it extra satisfying. It's got some heat but not overwhelming, just enough to keep you going back for another bite. The shrimp stir fry was lighter but still flavorful. The shrimp were cooked well, tender with a slight snap, and the sauce leaned more on the savory side with a mild sweetness. It felt like a nice balance alongside the heavier noodle dishes. Couple practical things: it's cash only, but there's an ATM right by the seating area which makes it easy. And the portions are generous for the price, so it feels like a really good deal. Overall, super satisfying spot. Busy, a little chaotic, but the food absolutely delivers. Definitely a go-to if you're craving hand-pulled noodles.