50 Best Sushi Bars near Bala Cynwyd

“My family had a wonderful time here for my son's 11th birthday! He wanted to try out the hibachi experience, so we reserved a hibachi table. There was another family at the table across from us enjoying a meal as well. The food was incredible (though not one of us managed to catch a piece of it in our mouths), my husband said it was the best meal he's had all year. The hibachi room is decorated with murals of video game & cartoon characters like Mario & SpongeBob, which was great because my son is a gamer. We brought a birthday cake in with us, and the other family joined in to sing "Happy Birthday" & shared his cake with us. The service was great. It was an all around wonderful time, & we will definitely be returning!“

“I had the Tomo roll. Best roll I ever had. Great combination of flavors.“

“Kei Sushi is our favorite neighborhood sushi spot. We proudly bring out-of-town friends and family here to show off the quality, yet unpretentious nature, of the Philly food scene. The fish is always super fresh yet the prices are fairly reasonable. My personal favorite is their chirashi bowl — and I love that they make it kosher-style (you know you’re in Philly when this is an option already offered on the menu 😅). Overall, Kei is consistently delicious, presentation is spot on, and the atmosphere is laid back.“

“What is the specialty of this sushi restaurant?“

“Delicious food, attractive atmosphere.“

“One of my favorite omakase spots in Philly!
My favorite from my course was Gindara(miso cod) with pumpkin sauce which tasted like Japanese pumpkin and they matched so well, also the akami (tuna red meat) tasted super fresh! Every other fish were fresh and loved the way they prepared everything! Chefs were also very nice and fun to chat with!“

“Had a really outstanding meal at Koto Sushi! We ordered a couple of large rolls (both delicious), a tuna avacado salad, and the Nebekaki Udon Noodle soup. Everything was especially fresh and tasty. The Udon Noodel soup was exceptional. Service was friendly and professional. Chef JJ came by to ask how everything was and we also had a nice conversation at the end of our meal. Highly recommended!“

“The best ramen and the best sushi in Philadelphia! Delicious 😋 my favorite place in Fishtown“

“Love the sushi and all food they have.“

“Best sushi in all of Philly! I eat here every time I come to visit my sister!“

“Best meal I have had….maybe ever!“

“Everything is so good! Fresh Sushi! New Batches of sushi rice everyday, love the people who work there. Friendly environment! Very Generous! Amazing Service! The only sushi spot, I enjoy eating at. Please come out and check it out yourself! Will not disappoint. Deserve a 5.0 star! ⭐️“

“The best! Our weekly go to!“

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

“Holy moly what a find. Stopped in after a long day working on our new house where we did not have it in us to cook. Tried 2 different bento boxes and were blown away by:
-portion size (so much enclosed the box had to be rubber banded shut, we ate on the leftovers for several meals)
-price (each of our selections was less than $20)
-quality (new favorite spring roll in the area, crispy coating of batter on the bento and shrimp, fresh fluffy rice, fabulous miso soup, I could go on)
-customer service (they wrote a sweet note thanking us for our business! It was placed into one of the bags we were given along with a takeout menu)
-speed (for the volume of food we were given, the wait was very reasonable. We walked in and ordered, and I think it took maybe 20 mins for us to be handed our food)“

“This place has the absolute BEST chicken ramen I have ever had. Such perfect broth, chicken seasoned in an ethnic indoasian blend, which is consistent every time I go! The menu is diverse and every item I have had has been delicious, including the specialty sushi rolls! This has been my go to spot for a year now for a casual meal or delivery and I would recommend anyone to try it!“

“The sushi there was hella fresh, especially the salmon and the fruit mango. The mango was sweet and did not taste sour at all. The server was also very nice and considerate. The tables were spaced out and wiped clean. It was very comfortable in there. DEFINITELY COMING BACK WITH MY FRIENDS NEXT TIME!“

“My evening at Morimoto‘s will be the best memory of my visit to Philadelphia! If I was a local, I’d be in to have their Wasabi Watercress Caesar salad at least once a week. Brilliant! Service was excellent, all the food was lovely, and the restaurant itself, with its soft jewel-tone colors and wave-like forms, was a delight to be in.“

“I was having a sushi craving… and thought we would give Sushi Ocean a try. And it was so good!! We did take out, but went in to pick it up, it looked quaint and clean. Our food wasn’t quite ready, so the gal asked if we were waiting in our car and she would bring out to the car. Definitely a win for me as well as my kids. Will be going back again. The fish was fresh, and they were reasonably priced. Got a lot for our money!!“

“Best sushi in Philly. Super fresh fish. Very reasonably priced for what they give you. And they are pros at packaging for takeout.“

“think of sushi in a bowl concept _ healthy portions of fish or chicken accompanied by greens and veggies“

“Everything was so good. No fishy or stale flavors. Staff were very friendly and very informative on all the different types of sushi. Will be coming back. The A5 Wagu Uni hand roll was amazing!“

“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“

“We picked up and everything was just as we ordered it!!“

“The Lunch bentos are one of the best lunch deals in Philly!“

“Wonderful place! The service was very fast, and the food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. The restaurant is clean, calm, and cozy — a very pleasant atmosphere. The staff was attentive and quickly cleared the dishes. One of the best Sushi restaurants in the area — highly recommend!“

“The two rolls we got were flavorful and so was the salmon entree. But the portion sizes left me disappointed and still hungry. The server was friendly but service felt a little too casual for the price point. Overall the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming and it was still a good experience.“

“Delicious! My husband and I just had some of the most amazing sushi we've ever tasted. The edamame was perfectly cooked, the miso soup was flavorful with tender seaweed, and the wasabi was real wasabi“

“Great service and excellent food!“

“I had a delightful lunch at Osushi with a friend this week. My salmon bento box was perfect. The miso soup, salmon, rice, veggies and California roll was quite plentiful and very delicious. The green tea mochi was served with a dollop of whipped cream and a Pirouette all of which was a very nice ending to our meal. I highly recommend!“

“Always love this place. I try to visit every time I’m in Philly.“

“I’m a sushi snob all the way from nyc and I must say this place is DELICIOUS. So many rolls, I had a hard time choosing and I wasn’t disappointed with anything! I even tried some new rolls I never had before and it totally hit the spot…So flavorful, fresh and did I mention it’s delicious??? I can’t wait to go back here next week, you’ve earned yourself a new customer who’s too tired to cook but always craving bomb sushi 💣“

“Tokyo Sushi offers affordable and delicious items and is conveniently located in the Concourse of the Comcast Center. They have a wide range of Japanese food/drinks (many of which were prepackaged but still hot/appealing), as well as oatmilk matcha :) will definitely return!“

“will always be one of my go-to sushi/ramen places in university city! the price is good and their lunch special makes it even better. I always try different types of sushi and it's very suitable for large parties (ive gone as a group of 8 before). the only problem with that is that you can only split the check 3 ways. atmosphere and vibe are really nice and casual, and the staff are always nice!“

“Well made & seasoned. Created quickly with precision. My daughter asked for her 13th Birthday dinner to be ordered from here. They even have a Birthday roll which was fantastic. They gave the birthday girl an extra pastry & what we can only describe as a special Birthday roll/cake. See pic. Highly recommend.“

“Exactly what you're looking for if you want take-out sushi, or just a quick sushi bite. It's not going to blow you away or anything, but it's GREAT portions, for a very solid price, and IMO, as I said, exactly what we're looking for when we want take-out sushi. We will definitely be coming here again. Oh, and the people working there are quiet but extremely nice and respectful. Can't wait to come back.“

“We ran a few min late but our host was so nice and let us know where we could park to save time. The food was sublime and so fresh! Definitely not a restaurant you go to daily/weekly, but great for special occasions a few times a year! It was probably the best omakase experience I’ve ever had. And since it was a slower night (weekday), it was like we had a private restaurant experience!“

“A great place to take friends. Never disappointed!“

“Got the shrimp teriyaki bento box. Portion was massive. Came with some tempura pieces including a big shrimp tempura. The shrimp was cooked good on both. Rice was cooked good. Not dry or too wet. Came with some dumplings too. Would order again! Maybe would get beef next time. There’s a bunch of different options.“

“A staple in Philly sushi scene - consistent quality and flavors. Service always good. Good variety of your usual and a nice twist to some old favorites. Ordered the gyoza soup, tuna ceviche, a la carte sushi. Street parking good throughout on Sunday and is free.“

“The three roll special is an obvious great value, but the whole menu is reasonable for the portion sizes you get. The Tuna Dumplings are amazing and the special rolls on the white board are always delicious. This is one of the few places that can get fresh wasabi, although, now that people know about it, it tends to sell out quick.“

“One of the best Japanese hand rolls I’ve had in so long! I can’t believe this place exists in Chinatown. Everything was so tasty, especially the miso cod hand roll. We also liked the sweet potato roll as well. Somehow we liked the wagyu one the least. But overall, very remarkable place!“

“Excellent local, niche market with fabulous variety of fresh fish and seafood. Regularly also purchase top-quality produce (fruit and vegetables). Staff is extremely friendly and polite. Definitely a weekly shopping stop and would highly, highly recommend!“

“My third time back and Yanaga, and it didn't disappoint! I love the mini tasting they offer - such a great deal since I can't always spring for the full omakase. The sushi is fresh and delicious, the cocktails are creative and complex, and the happy hour deals are so worth it! I tried the wagyu hot dog for the first time and even though I came there for the raw fish, that was a standout menu item for me.
The ambiance is laid back and fun, never pretentious. The waitresses and friendly and knowledgeable and never made me feel rushed.
I already can't wait to be back!“

“This is a lovely dining experience! Delicious fresh fish sushi & sashimi, ramen is exceptional--I especially love the mushroom broth ramen while my husband usually orders the pork broth one. All noodles homemade. Good beer selection, wonderful green tea. We bring friends from out of town here whenever we can. The service is also excellent.“

“The best budget sushi/sashimi in the city. I’ve been going here for years. Stop by biweekly to get my sashimi deluxe and enjoy it at home.
The pics are from my recent dinner for 4. We spent $150 without the tip and it was a beautiful presentation and delicious. Service, from Joanna, was great!“

“This restaurant is a hidden gem in the city of Philadelphia. The food is fresh and delicious. The management and the staff are friendly and animated. The food prices are very affordable.
The vibe is authentic. It's a nice relaxing place to have a great meal.
I highly recommend this restaurant.

Vegetarian options: The vegetarian food items are clearly marked.
You'll be right at home here.
Example:
Avocado wrap. $6.99.
Green garden roll, $7.99
And many others.
The vegetarian dishes are all on the menu and have a green font.

Kid-friendliness: This restaurant is a family and friends kind of environment. Of course kids are welcome.
They have fries, at $2.99
Egg roll at $2.49 vegy and $2.99 shrimp roll.
Chicken wings at $10.99.
And many other dishes that children might enjoy.“

“soooo fresh and delicious.“

“Outstanding sushi prepared very fresh with some creative rolls. Service was friendly, but pacing quite slow (there was a large birthday party at a nearby table the night we dined which may have affected service). Overall, a great dining experience.“

“Nestled in the charming heart of Chestnut Hill, Tokyo Sushi at 8221 Germantown Ave offers a truly wonderful dining experience. The location itself is fantastic – perfectly situated to capture the vibrant, yet relaxed, atmosphere of the avenue.

Step inside, and you're immediately greeted by an ambiance that strikes the perfect balance between hip and cozy. The decor exudes a wonderful simplicity and cleanliness that contributes to a warm and inviting atmosphere. A real highlight is the small, yet transparent, open kitchen, which allows you to watch the father-and-son duo meticulously preparing your sushi – a testament to their dedication behind the craft.

But of course, the real star of the show is the food. From the moment your order arrives, it's clear that this restaurant prides itself on using very fresh ingredients. Every piece of sushi is a testament to this commitment – the fish gleams with top quality, and the vegetables are crisp and vibrant. The texture of each roll and nigiri is simply spot-on, especially Sushi On the Beach, a perfect harmony of tender fish, perfectly seasoned rice, and delicate nori. And the taste? Absolutely delicious. Each bite is a burst of clean, exquisite flavors that showcase the quality of the ingredients and the skill of the chefs.

Whether you're a sushi aficionado or just looking for a fantastic meal in a wonderful setting, this Chestnut Hill gem is an absolute must-visit. Highly recommended!“