Philadelphia, PA
Best Asian (Restaurants)
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Buddakan |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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325 Chestnut St, Philadelphia 19106 • 215-574-9440
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Description:
OLD CITY. You know right away that this will be special, from the Zen-like entrance with its wall of flowing waters. Duck and shiitake postickers, lobster fried rice, sesame crusted tuna, make for a memorable meal. After your meal, try the chocolate Bento box for two, a sampler of five unique little desserts. The bar gets packed and stays packed, but don't let the noise deter your mission to enjoy a wonderful meal. Make sure to rub the Buddha statue on your way out. Advance reservations are recommended, especially for weekends. |
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User Rating: 10
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CinCin |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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7838 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia 19118-3527 • 215-242-8800
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CHESTNUT HILL. This Chinese restaurant presents a romantic atmosphere with its dark wood interior, soft lights, and background music. Szechwan beef, scallops, lobster, and fresh fish are prepared with delicate care to deliver just the right balance of taste. If you're looking for something different, some of the dishes even have a touch or two of French flair. Reservations suggested. Business dress attire. |
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Genji |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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1720 Sansom St, Philadelphia 19103 • 215-564-1720
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CENTER CITY. Sake martini anyone? Perhaps, alongside a selection of fresh sushi in this upscale Japanese restaurant. Great service, fresh sushi creations, and a decidedly sophisticated ambience make this Rittenhouse Square eatery a popular choice. |
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Lee How Fook |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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219 N 11th St, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-925-7266
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CHINATOWN. Authentic Chinese dishes of gingered beef with scallions, shrimp in black bean sauce, and a myriad of other tasty combinations are available from this family-owned and operated Chinatown restaurant. The salt-baked squid and shrimp are particular favorites. |
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Morimoto |
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723 Chestnut St, Philadelphia 19102 • 267-238-3660
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CENTER CITY. Neon colored booths lit from within, wavy bamboo walls and ceilings, and funky little tables in the lounge give this restaurant a super stylish, modern atmosphere. You may recognize chef Morimoto from his Iron Chef days, or even from Nobu in NYC. The menu includes a number of entrees, including several dishes from Nobu, but for a truly unique Morimoto experience, you must order the Omakase. Make weekend reservations well in advance, and expect to make an evening of it – this is a dining experience, after all! |
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Osaka |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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8605 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia 19118 • 215-242-5900
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CHESTNUT HILL. Poll the folks who live in and around Chestnut Hill, and they'll no doubt inform you that their neighborhood is home to one of the Philly area's top sushi joints, a Pan-Asian gem called Osaka. Here, the open dining room is dressed in contemporary Eastern aesthetics, meaning it's a clean-lined space that is stylish yet surprisingly comfortable. The fare, meanwhile, appeals to both seasoned and novice palates – that is to say, in addition to live scallops and sea urchins are more familiar offerings like Kobe rib-eye and salmon rolls. |
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Sang Kee |
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238 N 9th St, Philadelphia 19107-1822 • 215-925-7532
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CHINATOWN. This eatery can easily be missed upon first glance. With fresh produce hanging in the front, you might miss the restaurant that's on the side next to the big windows. Delicious won ton soup and all the traditional Chinese specialties, such as crisp duck and golden scallion pancakes. Whether you select chicken, beef, pork, or seafood, you can't go wrong. |
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User Rating: 9
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Shiroi Hana |
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222 S 15th St, Philadelphia 19102 • 215-735-4444
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CENTER CITY. This restaurant may be small in size, but the tastes that emanate from the sushi bar and the kitchen are colossal. Steamed dumplings, oysters, and impeccable sushi are enjoyed by the young and old alike. If you see an empty seat, you better grab it. |
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Vientiane Café |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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4728 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia 19143 • 215-726-1095
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WEST PHILLY. The novelty of being the city's first Laotian restaurant has worn off some, and these days Vientiane gets press on the merits of what it does really well – that is to say, fabulous dishes that capture the essence of Southeast Asia. Exotic ingredients flavor each and every dish, from the skewer and curries to the pad thai and spring rolls. Friendly and at times a bit snug, the space has emerged as a popular date spot for the 20-somethings who live and work in the neighborhood. |
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Vietnam |
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(Restaurants - Asian) |
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221 N 11th St, Philadelphia 19107 • 215-592-1163
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CHINATOWN. Vietnam remains a warm, family-run operation at heart even though the humble confines that served as its original (1984) location were traded for more stylish, bistro-inspired digs. And while the dark-stained woods and shuttered windows are nice upgrades, it's still all about the food. From the BBQ platter to the Vietnamese carpaccio, nobody'll fault you for filling up on appetizers. Doing so, though, risks having room to sample a vermicelli dish or a claypot filled with pork, fish or shrimp. Fortunately, you can always come back if you feel you missed out. On Friday and Saturday nights, loungey Bar Saigon on the third level opens for business. |
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