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.

Ordered takeout from here so it might not have been the best representation of their food, but it…read morewas mediocre at best. I had the rainbow roll because it had a BOGO offer, making 2 rolls only $16. However, the rolls were SMALL and basically just a California roll with a tiny sliver of fish on top. Two was the perfect amount for me and I don't eat that much, so I would've been quite upset if I'd paid over $30 for that. Aside from the price and size, it wasn't very good. There wasn't much imitation crab inside (which is relatively inexpensive anyways) and the fish on top wasn't very fresh so I ended up taking it off. The salmon sashimi pieces were also half cooked? Super weird... Maybe the food would be better in person, or if I didn't order sushi for takeout, but I probably won't be coming back here :(

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Sampan is probably my favorite spot in Philly for happy hour. The restaurant itself has such a cool…read moreatmosphere, with dimly lit seating, two bars inside, and a back graffiti bar that has a completely different vibe with a more open and lively feel. I come here for happy hour every now and then because the prices are really great, and both the food and drinks are delicious. We started with the specialty cocktail and the Thai Punch, and both were really good. They had fruity undertones, and the alcohol wasn't overpowering at all -- I could easily have a few of these. For food, we got a few orders of the kung pao chicken wings. They were perfectly crispy with a really flavorful glaze. The portion size was also very generous, especially for the happy hour price. These are a great example of Asian-style fried chicken wings done right. I definitely want to come back and try their full dinner menu since I've only been here for happy hour so far. Luckily, it's not too far from where I live in the city, so I'll definitely be back!

Amazing Pan-Asian restaurant in Center City that specializes in small shareable bites. Every time…read moreI'm in Philly, I try something new here. Place is super trendy with an open concept kitchen and dark lighting. I might be getting old because I find myself wanting more lighting lol Service is spectacular and if it's your first time here they'll fully explain their menu and recommendations. This time our server explained the tasting course, but we decided to order a la carte. A refreshing Ming Mule came out first and it was just what I needed after being inside of a stadium on a 100 degree day. We also ordered an order of the pork bao which was so tasty. You can never go wrong with a pork belly appetizer and each order comes with two. The shrimp pad Thai had all the flavors you expect from a classic pad Thai but with their own twist. The Szechuan chicken was crispy and had sweet notes. Definitely two great picks. Opted out from dessert because we were so stuffed but they have a great ice cream cone option if you are in the mood.

​I recently dined at Aki Nom Nom for lunch on a Tuesday, and it has easily become my new favorite…read moresushi spot! We were a party of two and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. ​The Highlights: ​Quality: This is hands-down the best quality "all-you-can-eat" (AYCE) sushi I've had. Unlike other places where the fish can sometimes taste frozen, everything here tasted fresh and high-quality. ​Service: Our server, Jordan, was incredibly attentive and made our lunch even better. ​Menu: The miso soup was delicious, and the salad portion was generous. The fried calamari was also great, though the pieces were on the smaller side. While the chicken teriyaki was a bit disappointing, the rest of the meal more than made up for it. ​Value: At approximately $33.85, the AYCE price is a great value for the quality you receive. They also have an extensive ramen menu--while it's not included in the AYCE price, it looked delicious and is something I'm excited to try next time. ​Overall Thoughts: The restaurant was very quiet during our lunch visit, which made for a relaxing meal, though I imagine it gets lively during happy hour. I highly recommend checking this place out if you're looking for fresh sushi and great service!

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.

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!!