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Haru Philadelphia

241-243 Chestnut Street
Phiadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 861-8990
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Price:
$$$
Hours:
Mon-Tue 4:30pm-10pm, Wed 4:30pm-12am, Thu-Sat 4:30pm-1am

Message from Haru Philadelphia

Modern Japanese Cuisine

  • Fine Sake
  • Japanese Fusion Cuisine
  • Stylish design and décor

According to loyal Philadelphia patrons, this is one of the most impressive spaces in the Old City. The cuisine is spectacular from the dining room level or the Sake Lounge located just up the glass staircase. Boasting one of the more extensive sake selections in Philadelphia, Haru will open your senses to the new progression in Japanese Fusion cuisine.

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Editorial Review for Haru Philadelphia – by Hilary Mackler

The Scene
An impressive, two-story, glass facade alerts you to the Third Street entrance. The chic sushi bar and renovated dining room are appointed with supple fawn leather seating and warm woods. Service and sushi excel.

The Food
Crispy duck is first-rate, embellished with a homemade scallion pancake. Though the Toro Tartar is preassembled and too cold; fresh wasabi, minced onion and raw quail egg are inspired touches. Kunomoto oysters, too small to be panko breaded and fried, are regrettably dry. Simple yakitori, served three ways (salmon, filet and chicken), comes with a spicy, pickled radish salad. An accommodating and assiduous staff serve O-toro that is melt-in-your-mouth dreamy; and rolls are inventive (yellowtail jalapeno is mild yet flavorful; avocado, cucumber, mango and caviar accompany lobster in another). Wok-seared tuna with walnut garlic sauce is divine; surrounded by a sauce so rich and creamy you'd swear it was made with dairy.

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Know Before You Go

Though primarily sushi, the menu is laden with options for those who insist on having their dinner cooked. Vegetarians are easily accommodated as well

What to Drink

The specialty Arata cocktail is a subtle mixture of gin, mint and cucumber. The ethereal combo is perfect with sushi if you decide not to choose something from the impressive sake list

Where to Sit

Check out the upstairs lounge complete with full bar, leather couches and two plasma screens for some late-night sushi.

User Reviews for Haru Philadelphia

4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/06/2008 Posted by astar2

My first time at Haru was with a big group and my boyfriend and I have gone many times since by ourselves. I LOVE their sushi. They have fabulous veggie-sushi options for vegetarians and their other sushi is just amazing. I've had one really bad experience in terms of the service; i was served the wrong meal and then it took 45 mins to get me my correct entree... Beyond that one time, I've had pretty good service. That one time won't stop me from returning. The atmosphere is good for a date or for a group and I can't rave enough about the food. My personal favorites there are the veggie tempura rolls and the agedashi tofu appetizer.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/22/2008 Posted by mslovely99

Came in without a reservation and seated promptly. Waiter was attentive and friendly. Food was moderately expensive, but not jaw-dropping. My date ordered a sushi combo and once I saw it on the menu, I immediately called for the Chilean sea bass. I was not disappointed with my dish, as my date picked at the other half! Their drinks, though overpriced I think, were still delicious and carefully made. My date ordered "The Derby" cocktail, their most manly drink (with scotch) among a list of fruit-filled tinis, and weeks later was still raving about how good it was. Overall, a classy, trendy experience!

Pros: decor, presentation, food quality

Cons: hard to find parking, relatively expensive

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Editor's Review

Both traditional favorites and creative newcomers grace the menu at this swank sushi spot.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Though primarily sushi, the menu is laden with options for those who insist on having their dinner cooked. Vegetarians are easily accommodated as well

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street
  • Valet

Hours

  • Mon-Tue 4:30pm-10pm
  • Wed 4:30pm-12am
  • Thu-Sat 4:30pm-1am

Dress Code

  • Casual to trendy

Payment Types

  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Discover

Cuisines

  • Japanese
  • Sushi

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • People Watching
  • Business Dining
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night Dining
  • Bar Scene
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Group Dining

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241-243 Chestnut Street
Phiadelphia, PA 19106

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