Uchi Philadelphia

Reviews

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  Nick Belagio

  3 days ago
  5.0
  Had such a great time the other day at Uchi! We’re so happy they’re in the neighborhood. Rittenhouse definitely needed a spot like this. We did the somakase and our server Tan was amazing. It was a little loud and we had some trouble hearing parts of the menu explanation, but he was super patient and repeated things without hesitation. He took the time to explain the dishes, ask about our flavor preferences, and make sure our allergies were considered. Every dish he picked came out looking beautiful and tasted amazing. The flavors were fun, and nothing missed. We left already talking about what we want to try next time.
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  Julie Chen

  5 days ago
  5.0
  This was my favorite meal of the year! I love Uchi’s Austin and Miami locations, so I was so happy to see they opened in Philly. The ambiance is perfect: gorgeous lamps, cozy booths, perfect sound balance. Our server Michelle was a highlight of our night! She was so knowledgeable about the menu and really helped us craft a balanced meal and experience. In fact, Michelle and the Uchi team recommended dishes I would never think to try but totally blew me away like the kinoko nigiri and kinoko nabe. The hirame usuzukuri, namahotate, and warm banana cake were my favorites!
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  Michael Miller

  6 days ago
  5.0
  Uchi’s second night in Philly was exceptional, delivering a polished, memorable dining experience that felt far beyond an opening week. Standouts included the delicate Madai Crudo, perfectly seared halibut, bright Hama chili, ultra-fresh sake toro sashimi, and an impressive lineup of makimono—from the spicy crunchy tuna to the crisp, flavorful tofu roll. Even the Brussels sprouts were a surprise highlight. Teddy, our server, was outstanding: warm, knowledgeable, and attentive without being intrusive. For a brand-new restaurant, Uchi is already operating at an elite level.
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  Wataru Kuwabara

  Nov 17, 2025
  4.0
  We had the pleasure of attending Uchi Philadelphia’s soft opening on 11/14 and were thrilled that this renowned restaurant finally opened in our city. We had visited the original Austin location on a trip 11 years ago and had a wonderful experience there, so our expectations were high. We ordered the Omakase for two and paired it with daiginjyo sake. Every piece of sushi we were served was meticulously executed and absolutely delicious. The quality of the fish was outstanding—on par with what you would find in authentic sushi spots in Tokyo. That said, there were a couple of dishes that didn’t fully resonate with us. For instance, the dashi poured in a sake cup was very salty and felt unusual for Omakase. As a Japanese diner, I personally prefer a more inviting and warm atmosphere, like Uchi Austin, rather than the darker, lounge-like ambiance here. Our server, Teddy, was fantastic—attentive, professional, and made us feel very comfortable throughout the meal. We understand that soft openings are a training period, but at times we were slightly disrupted when servers cleared dishes while we were still eating. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal and look forward to returning. Next time, we plan to focus mainly on sushi rather than the full Omakase. For anyone seeking a true Japanese dining experience, I would recommend prioritizing the sushi offerings.
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  Michael Oliver Mudry

  Nov 17, 2025
  5.0
  Had the opportunity to dine here during their soft opening week and ummmm, what?! This restaurants blows so many top restaurants out of the water. The service was *stellar*, food was incredible, and the environment was beautiful. I hate spending a premium on a restaurant for the aesthetics. I’m not catering my experience to social media followers, but looking for elite dining experiences. This is one of them. I would honestly compare this to a Michelin star restaurant I frequented in Vegas. It will be critical for the staff to maintain this level of service/quality and this will be a restaurant Philly people could proudly dine at. Worth every penny.

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