Royal Sushi & Izakaya

Japanese, Izakaya, Sushi · Philadelphia · Chef Jesse Ito

Ranked No. 32 on North America's 50 Best Restaurants, chef Jesse Ito's Royal Sushi & Izakaya in Philadelphia combines casual Japanese pub fare with an exclusive back-room omakase. The front room serves dishes like fried chicken sandos, while an eight-seat counter hosts a 17-course omakase tasting.

780 S 2nd St. Philadelphia, PA 19147, Philadelphia

  • NA 50 Best
  • #32 North America's 50 Best 2025

Menu

Dishes

  • Edamame
  • Shogayaki
  • Surume Ike Yaki
  • Hamachi Kama
  • Chicken Thigh
  • Saba Shioyaki
  • Nasu Dengaku
  • Chicken Gizzard
  • Chicken Liver
  • Chicken Heart

Set Menu

  • Royal Sushi Omakase (355) — An intimate 8-seat sushi bar experience consisting of approximately seventeen courses, service included.

The Experience

An intimate and lively room built around the chef's counter and in a hidden location. The meal is structured around an omakase experience, à la carte dining and a tasting menu. A good fit for a romantic evening.

  • Occasion: Romantic
  • Atmosphere: Intimate, Lively
  • Format: Omakase, À la carte, Tasting menu
  • Setting: Chef's counter, Hidden

Phone: +12679099002

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