Morimoto Restaurant
215-413-9070
723 Chestnut St # A
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Top Sentiments among Morimoto Restaurant Reviewers
Fantastic Japanese cuisine
Best appetizer dishes
Love toro tuna tartare
Extensive sake list
Fresh NOT ONE DISH
Good fish dishes
Wonderful omakase dining
Amazing presentation
Unique menu item
Exotic tastes
Customer Reviews (133 reviews)
Jessie F.
on Judys Book Aug 09, 2011This restaurant is one of the finest. They serve among the most delicious Japanese cuisine in Philly. Great staff and affordable as well. (more)
FoodandBeerSnob
on Citysearch Jan 18, 2009I have been to Morimoto three times. The first two times I was with my parents and had two excellent meals, including the tasting menu. However, my third trip to Morimoto was with my friend. The waiter all but ignored us... (more)
gripdxd
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2008I don't eat Sushi, but my boyfriend does and loves the Iron Chef. It's definitely overpriced in some regard. My boyfriend ordered the "Chef's Choice" he loved every single dish, but left there hungry and starving... (more)
NotMorimotoFan
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2008On 09/29/2008 we drove from Baltimore to Philadelphia for a 5:30pm reservation on a Monday night. Upon arrival we were the only people there except the staff. We were seated and started out with a Morimoto Soba Ale and... (more)
claredin
on Citysearch Sep 17, 2008I've eaten here over a dozen times and I still love it as much as the first. If you're going to dine here, get the omakase and be sure to get the $120 because the $80 one will just get you the pedestrian stuff you see on the... (more)
JonL45
on Citysearch Aug 30, 2008I have a hard time believing Morimoto himself actually came up with the dishes this place serves. Every sauce is over sweetened and is simply lacking in flavor. The sushi is good however it is not worth $6 a piece. The... (more)
sdornewass
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2008meal was only average. I had a sea bass whole fish meal and my partner had the $120 chef choice. although she liked the variety of her courses she was not overly impressed with the meal. My choice was mediocre at best. I... (more)
Phillynewbie
on Citysearch Aug 01, 2008After being at another Steven Star restaurant, Buddakan my expectations were high going into Morimoto. It was just one restaurant I had always wanted to try. The prices were high on the menu so our group of four... (more)
Trinarose
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2008I had dinner here with a friend last night and everything was perfect. The service, the sushi, the drinks. I would say if you want sushi and you are in Philly this is the only place to go. The hosts were warm and welcoming... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2008Went to Morimoto for a birthday party and it was great!! The food and service were outstanding. We even got to meet him and got him to sign a menu in Japanese, which he gave us. My kids will never forget.... (more)