Uzu Japanese Restaurant
(215) 923-9290
104 Market St
Philadelphia,
PA
19106
39.9496
-75.1425
Neighborhoods: Center City East, Center City
What People Are Saying About Uzu Japanese Restaurant
The Editor
Tara Nurin
Citysearch
In Short
Uzu's asymmetrical shape allows for table placement that's conducive to tete-a-tetes but the six-tabled dining room is so small, the couple seated five inches away will overhear everything. The white table-cloth BYOB attracts quiet local couples, as most tourists don't walk this far down Market Street. A table outside is more private but not great for people watching. Menus are full of simple and complex seafood and vegetarian rolls, fresh sashimi, and Japanese entrees.
User Reviews
youngson132
March 15, 2009
i beg to differ. From when the new owners first opened the restaurant, they have improved dramatically. I've talked to and seen the sushi man at work. I've also had the pleasure of seeing him pick out the fish when the delivery guy came in; he takes his time and makes sure that he picks the freshest fish available, sending the bad ones back asking for new ones. I've been a regular at this restaurant for quite some time now and yes, when the new owners opened, they needed some time to adapt. However, with their new styles, added options on the menu (which are fantastic by the way), and added desserts, this restaurant may be catching up to the previous owner, if not surpassing him. Quote from the sushi man: "WE NEVA USE BAD FEESH!"
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jiggy33
January 27, 2009
all the great rating about this small place has dissapeared with previous owners, i was a regular at this place from opening of "UZU" few years back., and I realized that week ago was my last visit to UZU. Freshness of sashimi and portions became small and when ever we ask for o-toro, we been given one with brownish tint and oder of dead fish. What has happened to uzu. If new owner don't shape up and care about customer they have they will be left with a "dud" of a sushi joint.
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DrJosh
November 17, 2008
Prompt seating, good sushi. I can think of a few sushi places that I would rank a bit higher but Uzu is everything you look for in a restaurant. Good food, very fresh. Good service and great location.
read full reviewThe Details on Uzu Japanese Restaurant
Save Money:
Check out their website or call to find out about weekly specials.
Know Before You Go:
Uzu no longer serves lunch, even though its website says it does.
What to Eat:
The sushi menu is a-la-carte, meaning salad and miso soup are not included.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, Money Order, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Waterfront Dining, Business Dining, Dine At The Bar, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Outside
