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    Hikari Sushi

    4.7 (212 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 4:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Classy
    Good for kids

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    Chicken Teriyaki
    Linette S.

    Came at 6 PM on a weekday for an early dinner. We were the only people here when we arrived, but the place started to pick up by the time we left. I'm deducting a point for service. While the gentleman was very nice, I had to flag him down in order to get any service. Food: I had the chicken teriyaki dinner, which also came with a miso soup. The chicken teriyaki was delicious. My friend had the sushi combo and said the fish had a fresh taste.

    Spicy Scallop Roll
    Simon W.

    Good Chirashi! A nice sampling of fish is included with the Chirashi. Each time I've had the Chirashi there are no less than 8-9 different selections on the plate. The Fatty Tuna that is included with the Chirashi is definitely the star and sooo melty. I sometimes request modifications to my order which they do honor. The seasoned rice is sometimes a hard and under seasoned for my taste but that hardly is the big story here. The Sushi and Sashimi deluxe is also quick filling. You really can't go wrong with either. Service is very efficent and personable. For a week night dinner I'm usually in and out quickly which is great. Outdoor seating is available and is lighted but not heated. One negative, Parking is darn near impossible nearby. You need to circle for a bit to find a spot.

    Melissa T.

    Best sushi I have had in such a long time. The quality of the fish here was phenomenal. Uni from japan, King Salmon form New Zealand, and the most amazing Tuna selections presented in their tasting. The service was friendly and knowledgeable. Our server recommneded her favorite ... the crispy rice sushi special, which turned out to be a great choise. The sushi rice was crispy and had a whole nother level of flavor to an already delicious spicy tuna roll. Can't wait to return.

    Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll
    Klaudia G.

    This place was perfect for a date night with my partner! Not crowded at all (we went at 7 on Saturday night) and not too loud. Everything we got was truly amazing- we especially loved the crispy rice tuna roll- truly 10/10. Most places will give you 2-4 pieces of spicy tuna on crispy rice, but this was whole role for the same amount. The other rolls were also delicious. Service was fine. Will definitely be coming back!

    Crab Wonton, of course. Ate three before realizing I needed to share their glory.
    Indiana L.

    It's obligatory that I tell you to order the crab wantons. They are handmade and, I shit you not, the BEST crab wontons I've had in my life. Do you know how many sub-par wontons I had to eat before finding these? Far too many. If I lived in Philly, I'd have them twice a month until I died and then serve them at my funeral. Atmosphere was cozy, warm and inviting. The waitstaff were friendly and made sure we were topped up on tea while waiting for food to arrive. Each part of our meal was delivered in a timely manner and we stuffed ourselves on sashimi, sushi rolls and c r a b w o n t o n s. Seriously, order them. Savor them. You'll thank me later.

    Spicy Scallop Roll
    Gabriella L.

    Food was pretty good! Very fresh sushi. The service was quick and the servers were very nice! It's not the best sushi Philly has to offer, but not bad if you're in the area!

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    Alexandria R.

    I was craving some sushi in NoLibs and this was on the top of the list. I walked in on a Sunday evening with my partner and were seated promptly. Food:5/5 I really enjoyed all the dishes I ordered. The Bluefin Tuna Tester was amazing and very fresh. I was happily surprised by the amount of pieces. I ordered the Sushi & Sashimi combo which was great but, I need a side bowl of sushi rice to satisfy myself. I will get the Chirashi next time. My partner enjoyed their Sushi Combo but, my lactose intolerant limited my availability to have dessert here. Service + Ambiance: 4/5 The service was okay. We seated given menus and needed some time to review but, wanted to start with the bluefin sampler. After that order, our server didn't come back so, we had to stop the male owner to place the rest of the order. Instead of water in a cup, we were given Kirkland water bottles for drinking. Not a great view on a date. But, our food came promptly and we were happy. All in all, I would definitely go back. The owners are clearly knowledgeable of their craft and the service was good. However, the water bottle were alittle tacky and killed the mood.

    Seaweed salad & Rock Shrimp Tempura
    Des R.

    I came here with a friend for a late night bite & we were not disappointed. It was a nice night, so we opted for outdoor dining. Everything was fresh and flavorful. We had the seaweed salad & rock shrimp tempura as starters. Both tasted very good. Then we had a dragon roll, spicy tina toll and a shrimp tempura roll. I wasn't a huge fan of the cream cheese on top of the roll, but that's just me. It still was delicious. The outdoor seating area has a canopy so you feel a little shielded, which made it kinda cozy. I wish I would have remembered to take more pictures. I would definitely return.

    Sushi Combo

    Food is fresh and it's BYOB which is always great! I've only done outside dinning and can't remember the inside to well, but it was rather no frills from what I recall.

    Fishtown Roll, Spicy Scallop Roll
    Morgan F.

    I loved this menu! Service was phenomenal. The seating was slightly cramped but I was comfortable. Definitely a hidden gem, we'll be back!

    Bulgogi and Fishtown specialty sushis

    This place offers authentic Japanese food. The staff and chief are very respectful, and they accommodated our food allergies.

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    Chaiyeon L.

    Honestly, I hardly give out fives but this place deserves it. I went here for dinner with my friend who was visiting from California. Both he and I are from pretty big cities with extensive omakase/high quality sushi experiences. Since it was kind of a special occasion, my friend and I splurged and got the blue fin tuna sampler (8 pieces of bluefin tuna for 44 dollars). Although it was a bit expensive compared to the other things on their menu, it was definitely worth it and the tuna was omakase quality. We also got two of their hand rolls, Alaska and spicy scallop which were also yummy. We also got the fishtown roll which had shrimp tempura in it that was also good. One thing I will say is that the rice was a little bit on the drier side which was a little disappointing, but everything else about this place is so great that it still deserves five stars! The place is family owned and the chef/owner even came up to us and asked us how our food was and he proceeded to go to every table and ask how everyone's food was. The service was really great, the food was great, and the prices were reasonable as well. Also this place is BYOB (there's also a fine wine and goods like a five minute walk from the restaurant if you want to pick up booze) which is definitely an added plus!

    Sushi Rolls
    Andrea M.

    Absolutely AMAZING! From beginning to end Hikari was flawless. The staff, the sushi, and the efficiency. We made an early dinner reservation, picked up some sake and headed for Hikari. When we arrived our table was already set, they brought us out some water, along with Sake cups which was a nice touch. Started with some apps: edamame, sea weed salad and a round of spicy yellowtail hand rolls. All delicious and made fresh. Everything came out very fast and with a beautiful presentation. One memorable aspect of any sushi experience is how beautiful it looks. Our eyes lit up as they placed roll after roll on the table in front of us. Some of my favorites were: Spicy Yellowtail Handroll NoLib specialty roll (must try!!) Dragon Roll Hikari Make sure you finish off with some desert, the Mochi ice cream was the perfect touch of sweet we needed. Little by little we ordered more sushi, and I think we did a total of 16 rolls for the three of us. The staff was impressed with us but we were more impressed with them. Not only were they quick, but they were all so friendly. In my opinion they understand the meaning of customer service and what it takes. There is a difference between a server and a GREAT server. They nailed it! Thank you Hakari and I will be seeing you again soon!

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    Ordered delivery, was quick and easy. Reasonable price and the sushi was fresh and tasty.

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    Ask the Community - Hikari Sushi

    Does this place have tatami seating mats?

    No, they do have great sushi though.

    Is this place BYOB?

    Yes! We are BYOB. Thanks for the question

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    Who doesn't love a BYO sushi place?! Didn't have reservations on a Friday night but arrived around…read more6pm and got a great spot at the bar. From my seat I could see sushi being prepared and the daily workings and prep. The seating is deceiving as there are 2 seperate sections of the restaurant. The spring rolls were good but the crispy salmon skin roll was out of this world. I will come back just for that! Service was a bit slow even sitting at the bar and my water glass was never refilled even when asked but I'll chalk it up to a busy Friday. Will definitely be back!

    literally best vegetarian / vegan sushi in the city…read more okay to start, if your friend/date/family member is vegetarian or vegan, take them here. you both will have options. inside is cozy. service is really thorough and like a well oiled machine. for the vegetarians: The lime sinko roll is a classic avocado cucumber roll with a pickled vegetable layer on top and a thin slice of lime. the roll itself is great, simple, and a classic. my sister really likes the pickled vegetable and lime on top. I however, just peel it off. it's good but I prefer without it. the veggie on fire is what you need: probably their best roll on the menu. it's a cucumber avocado roll with a spicy zucchini sauce on top and crispy fried onions. it's messy. it's spicy. it's delicious. the sauce is orange in color, has tiny slivers of zucchini in it. I was hesitant to try it at first, but it's my favorite roll now. the vegan tuna roll: it's marinated tomato in place of tuna. i've never had fish or tuna, but it definitely tastes a lot more fishy. I guess that's the marinade. texture is kinda slimy? mushy? I feel like this might be the roll for someone who liked the taste of fish but went vegan and wants a replica. Not for me, but well made nonetheless. Appetizers The veggie gyoza: the gyoza itself is green, doesn't taste different to a non green dough, but visually that might matter to some people. sauce they serve on the side is very good. comes with a lot, at least 6 I think. tastes good. I don't recall any mushrooms in it and if there is they are not noticeable as i'm not the biggest fan of mushrooms. The Spring rolls: new to the menu, no meat, interesting? they are more soft inside than expected. not a lot of veggies. tiny. cute little app to share and try. they come with two. no mushrooms. I typically prefer a more veggie heavy and crispy spring roll but i'd order them again! Samosa: currently off the menu I think, but in case they add it back, this was very good. i'd order this over the spring rolls. they were crispier and I think it came with three. Miso Soup: it's a fine little bowl of miso. I typically always order miso at every Japanese restaurant to start my meal. i'm not picky about miso, but I will say, it's not my favorite miso. I still order it every time, just not the absolute best i've had. It has small little tofu chunks and some green leafs which I find are in most misos but I have no idea what they are. small little bowl. perfect to order first. edamame: very good I always order in the beginning and I have a bad habit of also ordering another for dessert. the veggie bun: I don't like mushrooms, but if you do you will love this. my sister loves it. it's not often there is a vegetarian option for a bun, so i'd get it. the sauce on it is very good. comes with two. Karaage: This is chicken, but my dad gets it and it looks very good and crispy. if I ate meat i'd order this. avocado salad: okay so the ginger dressing is a little different than typical ginger dressing which I like. it's unique and very good. the amount of avocado is amazing! it has to be a whole avocado. always fresh. the green leafs are a little big, so this can get messy fast if you're on a date and trying to be demure. this is a must order for three people in my family. every time we go it's three orders clock work. I tried sharing with my sister and we determined we cannot share this. honestly bigger than I expected and more filling than I expected. has some cut up tomato's and cucumbers inside as well. mochi: must get. one order is one mochi cut in half. so two people could share one mochi order. i'm team chocolate, but I heard strawberry is good. I think I tried all of their flavors but honestly can't remember them. I'll update as I try more of the vegetarian/vegan rolls

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    Drinks were outstanding, and so was the food! This actually came as a surprise since Almanac is…read moremarketed as more of a cocktail bar/speakeasy. I guess I shouldn't be surprised, since they are located right about Ogawa (also amazing)! We tried the omakase cocktail, which was really fun and creative. Although if I'm paying $25 for a drink, I do expect a bit more of a presentation... The scallop crispy rice was absolutely a favorite, we had to order two! The toro was also a standout, although how can you go wrong with toro, uni, and caviar? The wagyu dog itself was great, but the roll it was on was dry. In my opinion, the bread makes or breaks a sandwich, so points off for that one. The ambiance was cozy, if a little dark at times. Our waitress was knowledgeable and attentive and gave us good recommendations on what to order. I will absolutely be back for the crispy rice alone!

    This place is a vibe. Perfect speakeasy style spot with moody decor. I had an intimate birthday…read morecelebration evening here. Service was great, we got recommendations, all questions answered with lots of knowledge about the menu, plus some birthday celebration shots. The regular menu drinks were next level, I loved the punch drink which is near the end of the menu and easy to miss. I did get an omakase drink but thought it was just ok, it was like a cucumber gimlet but I was expecting some more complex for the price ($25 I believe). I also thought it would be great if they asked about your taste, favorite cocktail, etc to truly customize the drink. Instead they don't ask about your preference, just if you want shaken vs stirred and to pick a season. So I'd recommend sticking to the actual menu . Other than that the food menu was fun. I enjoyed the wagyu hotdog, and all the appetizers I tried were delicious.

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