50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Somerdale

“This place has become a home of mine of Friday nights. Kevin is an excellent, skilled sushi chef and keeps positive relationships with his customers. His staff, the elder and waitresses are always professional and courteous. They work incredibly hard to make the entire experience a memorable one. I hope they recover from this recent property loss and temporary closure.“

“We love this place. We moved away a while ago and miss living so close. We still swing by when we're in the area. Very fair prices for very good takeout food. Anyone complaining about the kids (they're nice, I used to "work" when I was a kid too!) or hospitality is showing that they are more immature and entitled than the kids they are complaining about. Maybe having a little job when they were a kid would have helped those cry babies grow up a little bit.“

“Delicious food, attractive atmosphere.“

“Awesome menu, great vibes and really tasty food. Must try this place.“

“Wonderful time at Sakana this weekend! Their sushi is unparalleled in Philly and the service is impeccable.“

“An easy 5 stars! Every bite of our omakase dinner was delicious. Very fresh fish! Service was attentive and it was spectacular getting to watch the chef work his magic up close. The ambiance was pleasant. I also appreciated that they accommodated my husband and I as pescatarians.

Dietary restrictions: Accommodated pescatarian“

“I’ve had the absolute pleasure of eating here a few times and it is one of the best omakase spots in the city! The fish is so fresh and the service is impeccable. The chefs and staff really try to make it a personal experience each time. I can’t wait to go back!“

“We happened upon this gem purely by chance. We had an amazing meal from A-Z (!!!) The sushi is phenomenal; sit at the newly designed sushi bar in the back and enjoy unique daily catches that come in through the connections the owner has with local fishermen. The restaurant is also known for their aged steaks, and Kobe prime rib, which we will try next time. I had the miso black bass and it was one of the best flavors with fish I have ever had. The broth had such a delicate shiitake mushroom flavor, which I loved. I literally couldn’t have had enough of this delicate, delicious dish. I could have had two orders and eaten it all! I think this dish epitomizes what the word UMAMI means. I also had the sautéed mushroom extravaganza, a treat for every taste bud of incredible flavors melted with a delicate sauce. My husband had their unique collection of sushi and sashimi choices that were all enjoyed at their stunningly beautiful sushi bar, complete with two young, passionate chefs who love what they do, and treasure their personal designs of the fish and rolls. All the rolls are presented in this great wooden cradle design, which I thought was so unique and functional. The owner was all smiles and genuinely happy to have had us try his new restaurant. I recommend it highly for either an exceptional steak meal (all are btw, so reasonably priced so order them for sure), or the traditional sushi. You won’t be disappointed. This will be our weekly go-to restaurant and we are counting the days until we will return, which actually will be next Tuesday the 9th! Bravo to the whole team at Umami and thank you for your passion for Japanese food, and for doing it right from A-Z. We will see you soon! Debbie and Gene“

“First time for sushi and it was so good“

“I have been passing this over a while I have a craving for sushi I tell you what it was AWESOME!!! the staff AWESOME!! the service AWESOME!! if you like that cui·sine it's the place to dine or take out“

“The staff was absolutely lovely from the hostess to the server. The atmosphere was intimate, the decor throughout was very cool. The menu is very fairly priced and the food was incredible. I brought a friend here last night that was visiting from out of town, she can be a hard critic but she left happy. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! I will be back!“

“Best sushi around. Great people !“

“I've only ever gotten take out here, but the ramen is always so good. I think the best I have had in the city so far. They package to go orders very well, which is great. The sushi boats are also very very good. I highly recommend if you're looking for a good ramen spot in the city.“

“Location was terrible :( im not from the area so i was very lost and having trouble finding this place. You have to take the elevator down to the concourse at the subway. Other than that, Staff was super nice!! Pork bao buns were soo good. Overall this is a good place to stop in and have a quick ramen dish yum.“

“Cute place. It's pretty small. I didn't dine in but it seems like an intimate dining spot. There's good variety on the menu. Lunch special seems great but did not get to try. Got the mixed assortment which comes with a California roll, tuna roll, and salmon roll for $21. It's good price for downtown Philly. Sushi lacked a bit of flavor tho, but prices not bad.“

“Such an amazing experience. Definitely my new favorite sushi place in Philly and my husband and I eat a lot of sushi!! The prices are amazing for the quality and amount that you receive. We sat at the sushi bar and it felt
like our own personal dining space. The chef was top notch!“

“I like their poke, it's my usual, and I would like to try their other items eventually. Their bulgogi is not my favorite as I find it blander and drier than what I like. I find that their website is not easy to use and their customer service is not great. They seem to argue or get easily frustrated. I like to get their lunch deal but it hasn't worked multiple times and they don't seem to like to honor the deal when I can't get it to work - they begrudgingly do. I'm not sure if the issue is because I have an iphone and use safari.

While waiting for my food today- I saw 3 other set of customers come in. The first came to pick up food and it sounded like one of the shop owners(?) (the woman) was rude to someone picking up telling them that they should come on time - they they've been waiting 15 minutes. The next person asked if they could drink their boba inside (they had other food with them) and they said no because there is no outside food. I understand the rule, but it seems odd to me when I've never seen the place anywhere near full. This is just my opinion, but I think having people visible in the place would be good for business. I don't think I've ever seen more than 4 people inside. I'd like them to stay in business and remain in the neighborhood but I'm uneasy about how it's not really a pleasant place to wait for my food in. I wish they would be more open and prioritize more positive experiences.“

“thanks so much for taking great care of us we very much enjoyed everything! everything was very fresh !! loved it and will definitely be back“

“Tuna Bar is one of my favorite restaurants! Especially love that cocktail with the gin wasabi & cucumber 🍸😍🍣“

“We’re staying in an Airbnb a few blocks away so walked up (based on the positive reviews) and ordered mackerel, eel and salmon sushi, a California roll, edamame and the avocado salad. The fish was really fresh and tasted great. Portions seemed very fair for the price. Would definitely do it again if we’re ever back in this neighborhood visiting.“

“Fiancé and I stopped by because our other meal plans fell through. He’s had ramen before I have not. For my first experience it was absolutely fantastic! Tiny out of the way place which was cozy, sushi and sashimi were excellent and fresh, spicy miso ramen was unbelievable!! Portions were large as well so come hungry!! The young man that served us was very courteous and friendly! We will definitely be back!!!“

“I am working my way through this entire menu and every dish I have tried so far is not only excellent but is actually impressive. Everything from the cold to hot food to the service is fantastic. This place is a gem“

“The definition of a hidden gem! Everything we’ve had from them has been delicious. The effort they put into decorating their space (which is unassuming from the outside) is only topped by the effort that goes into the food. SO much flavor. Very happy to have them here in Fishtown.“

“Unassuming from the outside, but delicious food! Super friendly service, clean inside. Fish was fresh and all the rolls we tried were great. Great selection of raw and cooked rolls at reasonable prices. Highly recommend the sweetheart, shrimp mango, and green money rolls“

“I went to this place and had a pretty good Miso ramen meal. The noodles tasted good but were a bit mushy, not exactly how I like them. The pork wasn't as tender as usual, but the smoky, grilled fat made it taste better. The broth was okay, nice and comforting, but nothing amazing. The servers were a little slow, even though the restaurant wasn’t busy. Also, if you sit by the windows in the winter, it can get really cold, so I’d recommend sitting away from the door and the street windows when it’s chilly. All in all, it’s a solid spot for ramen lovers, with tasty food and just a few things that could be better.“

“Love their food,like going for lunch“

“I took my boyfriend here for his birthday, and we both really enjoyed it! We had the 12-course omakase for $68, which is a great deal compared to other spots in Philly. Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. The chef was friendly, though he spoke very little English, which made communication a bit challenging. The whole experience lasted about an hour.

It’s no longer BYOB, but they do offer a variety of drinks. We tried the fruity sake flight, and it was a great choice—different flavors to sample, and it paired perfectly with the sushi. The interior is small and cozy, with charming Japanese décor. The only downside is the parking; it’s pretty tough. Fortunately, we managed to find a spot in a small alley about a block away.“

“Been searching for good japanese restaurant for quite some time. Let me just say that Mikado far exceeded our expectations. From tge appetizers to dinner, it was exceptional. Our server, Michelle, was great. We had tge seared pepper tuna sushi app - so fresh and delicious. My husband had the hibachi with filet and lobster - amazing too. My son had the combo udon noodles - ate every bite! We had the tempura banana dessert - delicious as well as the chocolate mousse cake and coppa cafe. Amy at the front desk was so gracious and sweet. We will definitely be back many times. Give this place a try - you won’t be disappointed!!!“

“Staff are absolutely wonderful. Very attentive. We did not have to ask for anything as they were so good. We enjoyed some things very much. Others... Not so much. It was my first time there but my sister's second or third visit. Prices are great so we got the all you can eat option so we could try lots of different things. I would go back just for the cold noodles and the pumpkin tempura. SOOOO GOOD! The rolls, however, were rather nondescript and very light on fish. We shared 6 different rolls and most of them tasted the same. Maybe because they were mostly rice and veggies with not enough fish to distinguish them? The pork katsu was very thin and a bit over-cooked. The result was breading harder than it should be and pork that was dried out. So, not much flavor there. Shame. My sister said her meals were better when she was there before so maybe it was an off night. But, we enjoyed ourselves regardless.

Wheelchair accessibility: Even with the vestibule, I could get my large power chair into the place easily. There were lots of tables that could accommodate wheelchairs. The bathroom is accessible with a stall big enough for my chair to fit inside if I backed in. Makes for easy transfer.“

“Best Japanese cuisine around. Sushi made in front of you. Everything is so fresh and authentic“

“The chicken bun was DELICIOUS. The chicken ramen was really yummy, but it was way too salty for me even as someone who likes salty things. I would recommend indicating the less salty option, as I could’ve done on DoorDash. The ingredients were very good, though.“

“It's one of the best authentic japanese restaurants in South Jersey! The ambienence is casual and welcoming. The staff is extremely friendly and delivered top-tier service. Takeout is available. We dined in and had the japanese cucumber salad (highly recommend if you like spicy pickle flavors), takoyaki, ma-yu (black garlic ramen), tonkotsu (fried pork) ramen and red bean mochi ice cream. The portions are generous, and ramen can be customized to accommodate your flavor preference. A perfect place for a date night or sharing a meal with friends / family.“

“Delicious and fabulous service!“

“Fav place♥!“

“I’d give 6 stars if I could. Took mom on her birthday, our first Teppanyaki hibachi experience with a chef cooking tableside, not only was food great, but both server AND the chef provided very friendly, professional, respectful, and courteous service, chef was interactive, dynamic, and added a touch of comedy during the cooking experience.
At the end, they brought dessert and sang birthday song for mom.
Just satisfied from this experience, and totally recommend to anyone to go here with friends, family, will not be disappointed.“

“Took my 5-year-old daughter for her first hibachi lunch. The chef made her feel very special. She really enjoyed the show, especially the volcano. I had the filet mignon and chicken and was barely able to eat everything. My daughter enjoyed the steak, and my wife had scallops and said that they were really well prepared.The service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant was clean too.All in all a fun afternoon.“

“Awesome sushi experience at this restaurant. One member of my party was gluten free, and the server went through the menu in detail to find out exactly what they could and could not eat. Where possible, they were flexible and offered excellent substitutions. Such excellent service. Highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Went to Sakura today early afternoon before Eagles Cowboys game because all the places in Haddonfield and Cherry Hill were packed - whenever I pass Sakura on the pike it never looks crowded and that is solely because the locals utilize the drive through window which is a holdover from the previous Taco Bell - so I went in and right off the bat I was ecstatic that all their lunch specials are 7 days a week which is a big deal compared to all the other places in the vicinity -
I ordered the 3 maki roll lunch which at $13 is an insanely good deal - the tuna avocado roll is firmly packed with a generous portion of tuna and very fresh avocado - the jalapeño yellowtail roll was crispy and tastes like the fish just came out of the ocean - my third roll was shrimp tempura which was delicious and very tasty - I got their spicy sauce on the side and that was simply phenomenal - Leo and his staff are very friendly - this place is a Godsend for this part of Oaklyn - I look forward to coming back“

“the suchi was delicious I'm sorry I'm so hungry I didn't take a photo the light vegetable soup and ramen was very good I'm Mexican and my palate is quite demanding I liked the experience. I told my husband I recommend the Japanese pozole !! mexican joke !!!“

“Great service and very delicious sushi.“

“Delicious food from great people. Always ready on time and very satisfying.“

“My grandson and I ate here last evening for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The decor is upscale as compared to other local Asian food places, the service impeccable and we both enjoyed the food. We had a wide selection of both Japanese and Chinese food - miso soup, salad, sashimi, peppered tuna, and pork lo mein. Each dish was nicely presented, delicious and correctly timed so we weren't overwhelmed with dishes, nor did we wait for food. Our server was helpful, very pleasant and attentive but not overly attentive, if you know what I mean.

We will definitely be back!“

“Great food! Convenient since they deliver!“

“The ambience was very lovely and the food was very delicious.“

“Had dinner there last night was so disappointed that they no longer doing the hibachi cooking at your table…over all meal was good (shrimp fried rice was very good) …our server Nicole was gracious & very attentive…would go back but would try something different…“

“The ingredients are fresh, the plating is exquisite, and the buffet was recently opened especially the wagyu beef that melted in my mouth was amazing!“

“I haven't been there for a long time. The indoor environment is still good, but the music is very loud, so it is not a good place for chatting.“

“We love it there! Especially our Vicky! Our Dee! All the sushi chefs and the owners! We love to see everyone when we come every week!! We have our favorite foods there and we are in Japanese Heaven!! Thank you! ARIGATO!!💃🎉“

“Their Karoke Room was Amazing! Definitely booking for our next Private Event. My family are huge fans of Sushi and the selection at Samurai certainly didn't disappoint. I'm a fan of the Tuna Lover. I can't wait to return!“

“Honestly one of the best freshest sushi in the area. They also feature some fantastic Japanese cuisine“