Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Blue Bell

"The eatery features neon colored booths lit from within, wavy bamboo walls and ceilings, and funky little tables in the lounge that give the place a super stylish, modern atmosphere. You may recognize chef Morimoto from his Iron Chef days, or even from Nobu in NYC. The menu includes a number of entrees, including several dishes from Nobu, but for a truly unique Morimoto experience, you must order the Omakase."

"There's a lot to choose from besides sushi at Starr Restaurants’ long-running Morimoto, including hot entrees and standout desserts, but if ever there was a time to go the omakase route ($90 for 38 bites), this is it. Cheaper options (like a $45 package) and a la carte sushi are available as well. Call for pickup or order delivery on Caviar or DoorDash."

"This is the flagship restaurant of renowned chef Masaharu Morimoto, and he offers creative takes on traditional Japanese and Western dishes. Featuring sushi, steaks, and a variety ..."

"Buddakan is an award-winning restaurant from Steven Starr that serves exotic Pan-Asian cuisine in a spectacular setting. Opened in 1998 and part of Steven Starr’s dining empire, Buddakan is housed in a former post office with soaring ceilings and striking décor, including a shimmering waterfall and a 10-foot-tall candle-bedecked gilded Buddha statue. The menu features modern Asian-fusion cuisine with signature dishes like wasabi-crusted filet mignon and Malaysian spicy lobster, and the cuisine is accompanied by an extensive selection of global wines, craft beers, and classic cocktails."

"It’s been 20 years since Stephen Starr opened his modern Asian mainstay Buddakan in Old City. A 16-foot-tall golden Buddha sets the scene in the swanky restaurant, which is known for its edamame dumplings, pork buns, and Kobe beef satay. The kitchen has been fusing together Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, and Indian cuisine in elegant ways since before Asian fusion was cool."

"Take a journey to Asia at one of the most popular, delicious spots in the city. Follow this link for more information!. Restaurant week is in full swing!"

"Identified by only a blue door and a red lantern, Royal Izakaya isn’t easy to find, but those who do are in for quite a treat. This tiny spot on South 2nd Street churns out stellar Japanese cuisine that includes unexpected elements like pork jowl and chicken gizzard and standby favorites yellowtail and mackerel. Tucked behind the main dining room, a ten-seat bar focuses exclusively on sushi from chef Jesse Ito, a nominee for Rising Star Chef at the 2019 James Beard awards."

"Jesse Ito has managed to translate his omakase into a high-end takeout experience, featuring 11-, 44- and sometimes 100-piece nigiri platters starting at $65, and even a whole tray of uni from Hokkaido, Japan for $95. They’re a pricey endeavor but the menu also features more affordable chirashi bowls, maki rolls, and other Japanese treats, all of which are made to Ito’s exacting standards with the highest-quality ingredients. Takeout and delivery only."

"We discovered the izakaya concept in Las Vegas and got the full experience in Tokyo, but Philly didn’t have a decent izakaya when we lived there. We heard rumors of the Khyber team opening one in the Queen Village neighborhood, but it never happened. That is, it never happened until after we hit the road and left town."

"PassyunkIzumi on Passyunk Ave has mastered the quintessential lobster tempura roll, which sets up nicely to the Braised Beef Short Ribs or Soy Glazed Baby Back Rib entrées. Sushi pros will notice the difference in the top-secret yellowtail seasoning."

"Located in Midtown Village, the Raw Sushi and Sake Lounge is a unique and classy spot to indulge in Japanese cuisine. Boasting a wide-ranging menu, Raw delights both the sushi aficiando and the beginner with its modern, innovative take on old favorites. Raw also features a great downtown atmosphere that takes full advantage of its location at the heart of Philly."

"Nothing pairs better with a good piece of sashimi than a nice cup of sake. At 1225Raw, modern sushi bar meets à la mode taste. The restaurant serves an array of fresh fish and sake options—basically, there’s something for everyone."

"Chef Kenneth Sze, who learned the sushi biz at his family's Yokahama in Maple Shade, brought his skills to Old City with Tuna Bar. Along with sushi, gyoza, and a few noodle and rice dishes, the restaurant serves a wonton soup based off Sze's grandmother's recipe and offers monthly sushi-making classes. Call to order pickup from a limited takeout menu that includes cocktails, beer, and wine."

"While there is plenty of toro and yellowtail to be had at this Japanese spot, the sashimi and hand rolls are only the beginning. Fans of cooked fare indulge in lobster fried rice, pork gyoza and Shishito peppers. Where:Tuna Bar, 205 Race Street"

"Chef Kenneth Sze is the proud owner of Tuna Bar in the heart of Philly’s Old City. The restaurant is full of traditional touches like smooth bamboo platters, combined with modern d..."

"A fixture in the Philadelphia area since 2009, Whipped Bakeshop prides itself on creating edible works of art that perfectly fit a couple’s style. With moist cakes and artful designs that will amaze your guests, Zoe’s sweet tooth and creative spirit drove her to open up her bakery in 2009. Since then, she and her talented team have made thousands of cakes for couples all over the Philadelphia area."

"Whipped Bakeshop is an award-winning boutique bakeshop that specializes in handcrafted cakes, cupcakes, and cookies. This appointment-only bakery only accepts orders placed in advance so that their talented chefs and bakers can work their magic. Whipped Bakeshop opened in 2008 and grew in recognition immediately due to it being the baby of Philly artist Zoe Lukas."

"Order custom cakes, cupcakes, and cookies from this Fishtown bakeshop, delivering Wednesday through Saturday for orders $40 and over. This shop is appointment only, so you have to order in advance. 📍636 Belgrade St., 📞 215-598-5449, 🌐 whippedbakeshop.com, 📷 @whippedbakeshop, 🕑 Mon.-Fri."

"You can’t throw a stone in Philly without hitting a great vegan baked good. Crust Bakery — open since 2015 in Manayunk — does it best, though. Chocolate peanut butter pop tarts and signature cookie sandwiches make this a must-stop on the bakery trail, but bakers Meagan Benz and Shannon Roche’s social justice mission (a portion of every sale is donated to organizations that focus on issues like the environment and liberation for all) makes them taste all the better."

"Crust Vegan Bakery is located in Northwest Philadelphia, in the neighborhood of Manayunk. Tucked away down a small side street, their little kitchen is where every item is mixed, scooped, baked, and frosted by hand. They appreciate high-quality ingredients and strive to purchase local products when possible to support other small businesses & local makers as well."

"Order: Pop-tartsCrust does it all: breakfast sandwiches, special-order cakes, even cinnamon rolls. Find them at a handful of locations across the city, including Grindcore House in West Philly and at their new storefront in Manayunk. 4409 Main Street, Manayunk"

"One of my favorite, less-assuming places is on 6th and Washington,” says the chef. “They do tons of savory stuff—they have awesome banh mi, and packaged meals with chicken and spring rolls and shrimp, but they do really cool sweets, too. They have these sesame balls."

"Whoever said man cannot live by bread alone obviously never had the good fortune to live close to one of the three Corropolese locations-two in Montco, one in Berks. As a bonus, the stromboli, tomato pies, cannoli and fruit pies are awesome as well."

"Starr Restaurants alum Josue Santiago Negrón opened his long-awaited pastry shop Dulce in 2016 and has since brought an array of rich opera cakes, macarons, cheesecakes, and cookies to Collingswood. If it’s sweet, Negrón makes it — mallorca buns reminiscent of Negrón’s Puerto Rican upbringing are a standout. View this post on Instagram"

"KensingtonHuman Robot Brewery opened in Kensington just before COVID-19 shut down the city, but you can still sample its beers with outdoor seating or pick-up. The brews include two types: human, which tend to be in the vein of classic European-style beers, and robot, which gets more experimental. With fall on the horizon, you can opt for a pale German-style Oktoberfest, or the fruity Pineapple Cherry Splash sour.How to order: Order for pick-up online."

"When Poe’s (a Fishtown sandwich shop) closed in 2019, we weren’t sure if they were coming back at all. But they did, and their new home is located in a Kensington brewery called Human Robot. Right now, the huge space has five beers on tap, as well as local ciders, wine, and a natural seltzer that you can add your flavor of choice to."

"This spot just opened in February of 2020 so it has had to deal with some serious hurdles in its first year. Their concept is an interesting one, with their beer list divided into “human” (more familiar feeling beers), and “robot” (more unique, crafty options). **Now open for outdoor seating and beer pickup"

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