“ Morimoto is for those special occasions --the anniversaries, birthdays, promotions, and date night (ladies hint to your partner this is where you want to go ;I enjoyed a first date here). This spot is easier to miss from the outside than you would think. Once you walk in, you're greeted by lime green and white decor, very swanky. This is NOT the place to penny pinch---order several dishes for the table and enjoy! For the table we got Toro Tartare (very fresh), Rock shrimp tempura (better than your classic tempura), and the $75 chefs combination sushi (nice sample of different fresh sushi and very filling. Definitely had a food baby by the time I left, so be like me and wear a flowy outfit that isn't clingy. Service was good, as expected. Most recently, I went to the bar area upstairs for a birthday post-celebration after party instead of the main dining area. It was smaller and more intimate. We brought a large party and although slow, they accommodated us. Great spot for more laidback vibes and to hang out with friends. ”

“ The staff is extremely nice, the ambiance is unique and feels modern. The food is honestly really good. We ordered the hamachi tartare to start then the yellowtail rice bowl and koji salmon. The hamachi tartare was a great starter! The crispy nori chips worked well with the hamachi when you put all of the elements together, it really set the expectations for the other dishes. The yellowtail rice bowl was half cooked tableside by our waitress and mixed together. We were given ample amounts of sauce to add should we need it. It was rich, but also savory from all of the mixed elements. I could definitely see this being worth the price! The salmon was on another level. I didn't know salmon could be so rich and the japanese mustard cut through it well, providing a balance. With the white rice, it became a completely balanced meal. The fish were just beyond any other fish dishes I've had and different from other cuisines that featured fish too. It's pretty much in its own category in my mind and I'd definitely come back just to eat it again. ”

“ Almost felt compelled to stop in and check out the spot when I was in Philadelphia and had at least one night free to choose which restaurant to go to. I would say it lived up to my expectations, but it also didn't surpass them. I loved our server and all the food was really great. The most exciting part about the restaurant honestly is the interior and the visuals that accompany the meal in my opinion. ”

“ Husband and I came here to celebrate my birthday. He got the tasting menu and I got one of the wagyu steaks and soft shell rolls. Very noisy inside but I like how the place is decorated. Food overall was good but nothing was exceptionally good. It is one of the few places in philly that offers a asian tasting menu (that doesnt just consist of all sushi). Service was good! ”

“ We came here for our anniversary dinner with a reservation on Sunday night. We ordered the following: 1. Rock shrimp tempura: this is a bite-sized crispy popcorn shrimp covered in a sweet & spicy gochujang aioli sauce. It was absolutely delicious and addictive. 2. Chef's combination: the sushi was fresh and melted in my mouth. The rice was well made and shaped. The best sushi I've had since coming back from Japan. 3. Sukiyaki udon: the Wagyu was tender. Udon had a nice bite to it. However, the sukiyaki sauce was too salty for my taste even though I loved the flavor. Ambience was elevated, modern-themed with dimmed lights. The service was top-notched. Our server was friendly and attentive. The person who brought our food to our table always took the time to explain each dish and its main ingredients. We also received a complimentary dessert to celebrate our anniversary. We absolutely loved the food and whole experience here! ”

“ Went here with my mom for a special occasion (we don't see each other often). We are fans of Iron Chef and were so excited to see he had a restaurant in Philadelphia. We shared a Soju carafe and it was so tasty! Our server at the sushi bar brought us out a few to try before deciding on one, and of course we both like the same one. Loved the eel and fatty tuna especially! The Black Cod Miso was melt in your mouth and so rich and good. I would love to come back in again when I'm back in Philly. ”

“ Gonna keep it short since you really gotta come here to experience it yourself. Morimoto lives up to the reputation and provides the opportunity to try exclusive dishes that you'll be pressed to find anywhere else in the city. Definitely worth it if you have extra cash to spend. ”

“ T Morimoto's is a 5-star sushi experience. From the moment you enter the restaurant and encounter a decor taking you beneath the sea to the prompt friendly and very accommodating service you'll know you chose the right place to eat. Sushi that's been elevated in presentation and flavor, Wagyu steaks cooked to perfection. We started with two different toro shashimi: Oh-toro and chu-toro enjoying the different fat contents in a compare contrast tasting Uni (urchin) and Unagi (fresh water eel) Maguro The Wagyu tartar topped with premium caviar was amazing and we ended up ordering a half ounce side of just the caviar. Creamy melt in your mouth caviar. If you don't like caviar and you like sushi, you haven't tried quality caviar We wrapped up the experience with a A5 Olive Wagyu steak. Melt in your mouth burst if Japanese meat perfection. ”

“ The first time I ever came here was for my 21st birthday with my family years ago, and it's just as wonderful as I remembered it! Came here with my cousin this time, and we had a blast with the omakase pairing. I also had the sake pairing while my cousin chose the wine pairing. We really shelled out for a celebration -- go big or go home! As the omakase always changes, it's hard to compare experiences. 8 delicious courses, and exquisitely plated works of art. It was a great way to experience different food and drink pairings! Our server was also fantastic and explained everything very clearly and kindly. Never made us feel rushed. They even printed out our menus for us! Unfortunately, 8 shots of sake with limited food portions compromised my memory facilities. So, the tipsy dummy that I was, I totally forgot my envelope when we left, but at least my cousin remembered theirs. The only detractable feature is the lighting and space design. I think there needs to be more acoustic dampening as the sound really travels in the open concept dining room. And the lighting isn't great. Photos turned out really dark, and needed tons of brushing up to post clearly -- so if you're a yelper, grammer, or whatever, be prepared to do some legwork. The dimness of the room made the culinary plating a little harder to see and appreciate in person. That aside, we had a great time otherwise. Would be happy to go back again for another special occasion! ”