About Morimoto
Masaharu Morimoto’s flagship restaurant in Philadelphia showcases contemporary Japanese cuisine shaped by centuries of tradition and modern culinary innovation. The sleek, refined space reflects Morimoto’s philosophy of balance and artistry, offering an immersive dining experience rooted in precision, creativity, and hospitality.
Cuisine
Morimoto’s cuisine blends Japanese technique with global influences, from pristine sashimi and expertly crafted sushi to inventive dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients and bold, balanced flavors.
Menus
omakase
omakase is available mon-thurs and sun until 9pm
and fri-sat until 10pm
Morimoto $165/pp
Sake Pairing $95/pp
Beverage Pairing $95/pp
Sushi Rolls
Tuna* $10
Spicy Tuna* $15
Yellowtail – Scallion* $11
Spicy Crunchy Yellowtail* $14
Salmon* $8
Spicy Salmon* $12
Toro – Scallion* $14
Shrimp Tempura $12
Soft Shell Crab $16
California $14
Eel – Avocado $10
sushi
Chirashi Bowl* $35
diced bluefin tuna, salmon, amberjack, shrimp, ikura and cucumber over sushi rice
add japanese uni MP
Chef's Combination* $75/$125
sushi and sushi rolls
Vegetarian Rolls
Seasonal Vegetable $7
Ume – Shiso – Cucumber $5
Asparagus – Avocado – Bell Pepper $5
Spicy Vegetable Tempura $11
Shiitake Mushroom $6
Sushi & Sashimi
priced per piece
Maguro* $8
tuna
Chu-toro* $14
medium fatty tuna
Oh-toro* $16
fatty tuna
Zuke Bincho Maguro* $5
albacore
Anago $7
sea eel
Unagi $7
fresh water eel
Sake* $6
salmon
Masunosuke* $11
king salmon
Umimasu* $8
steelhead trout
Tamago $4
egg omelet
Kasutera $5
shrimp pound cake
Hirame* $8
fluke
Hamachi* $8
yellowtail
Kanpachi* $9
amberjack
Kohada* $4
shad
Tai* $6
japanese snapper
Ebi $5
shrimp
Ikura* $7
salmon roe
Tobiko* $5
flying fish roe
Uni* MP
sea urchin
Kinmedai – Golden Big Eye Snapper* $12
shizuoka, japan
Fujinosuke – King Trout* $10
shizuoka, japan
Hiramasa – Golden Amberjack* $9
toyama, japan
Samegawa Karei – Sharkskin Flounder* $10
hokkaido, japan
Ishidai – Striped Beakfish* $11
kanagawa, japan
Kamasu – Barracuda* $10
chiba, japan
Shima Aji – Striped Jack* $9
ehime, japan
Aji – Jackfish* $10
shizuoka, japan
Saba – Boston Mackerel* $9
oita, japan
Sayori – Needlefish* $11
miyagi, japan
Muki Hotate – Live Scallop* $11
hokkaido, japan
Tako – Octopus $7
hokkaido, japan
Iidako – Baby Octopus $8
kanagawa, japan
Zuwaigani – Snow Crab $9
hyogo, japan
Hotaru Ika – Firefly Squid $7
toyama, japan
Fresh Wasabi $8
Chef's Seasonal Sushi Combination* $75
Chef's Seasonal Sashimi Combination* $80
7-courses, $165 per person
Caviar Takoyaki
octopus fritter, aonori crème fraîche, bonito flakes
Toro Tartare
kizami wasabi, garlic chili, lotus roots
Lobster Dumpling
lobster salad, consommé, snow peas, black pepper oil
Black Truffle (supplement) $10
Kanpachi
applewood smoked amberjack, zakuro, citrus ponzu
Madai Ochazuke
pickled turnips, shiitake, furikake, rice in tea broth
A5 Miyazaki Strip Loin
charred spanish onion, miso vinaigrette, ginger carrot purée
A5 Olive Wagyu (supplement) $60
Nigiri Selection
bluefin toro, hamachi, fujinosuke, kinmedai, muki hotate
Sakura Rare Cheesecake
cherry puree, matcha crumble, vanilla szechuan ice cream, ruby chocolate crunch
Sake Pairing $95/pp
Beverage Pairing $95/pp
Sake Flights
fukumitsuya $35
brooklyn kura $43
premium $45
Cold Appetizers
Toro Tartare* $29
fresh wasabi, sesame sauce, rice crackers
Hamachi Tartare* $25
jalapeño, ponzu, crispy nori chips
Leafy Greens Salad $12
baby artisan lettuce, kabosu vinaigrette
Wasabi Watercress Caesar $16
chikuwa, miso dressing, tenkasu
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice* $19
serrano chili
Tuna Pizza* $26
crisp tortilla, cilantro, chili, olives, anchovy aioli
Hamachi Ponzu* $23
jalapeño, garlic chili oil, micro cilantro
Seasonal Oysters* $26
half dozen, ponzu pearls, kizami wasabi, pickled myoga
Hot Appetizers
Edamame $7
fresh soybeans with sea salt
Miso Soup $9
tofu
Carpaccio - Salmon* $20
thinly sliced with yuzu soy, hot oil, and mitsuba leaf
Carpaccio - Whitefish* $18
thinly sliced with yuzu soy, hot oil, and mitsuba leaf
Carpaccio - Wagyu Beef* $28
thinly sliced with yuzu soy, hot oil, and mitsuba leaf
Rock Shrimp Tempura $29
spicy gochujang aioli
Pork Gyoza $21
scallions, ginger, orange ponzu
Wagyu Dumplings $24
kanzuri-miso broth
Hot Stone Wagyu* $36
cooked tableside on a hot river stone, black garlic tosazu
rice & noodles
Morimoto Ramen Soup $19
iron chef's chicken noodle soup
Wagyu Beef Udon $24
sweet onions and young ginger
Yasai Ramen $17
seasonal vegetables, rice noodles, vegetarian broth
Mentaiko Somen $18
chili cured egg, bottarga, ikura
Crab Fried Rice $38
king crab ankake, chili, egg
Ishi Yaki Bop - Tofu* $21
rice dish prepared in hot river stone bowl
Ishi Yaki Bop - Buri (king yellowtail)* $35
rice dish prepared in hot river stone bowl
Ishi Yaki Bop - Wagyu Beef* $43
rice dish prepared in hot river stone bowl
Entrees
Robatayaki Poussin $36
soy glazed young chicken, seasonal pickles
Black Cod Miso $43
su miso mustard
Koji Salmon* $32
marinated faroe island salmon roasted on cedar with ikura and japanese mustard
Wagyu Hot Pot $68
scallop tsukune, clam miso broth, seasonal vegetables, manila clams
Chicken Katsu Curry $32
panko fried chicken breast, simmering curry, seasonal pickles
Wagyu
Certified Kobe Beef* $52/oz.
hyogo prefecture (2 oz. minimum)
Wagyu Tasting* $165/pp
5 oz. A5 Olive Wagyu* $140
seto island
5 oz. A5 Wagyu* $98
miyazaki prefecture
5 oz. Domestic Wagyu* $58
american falls, idaho
Sides
Hoku Hoku Potatoes $14
crispy potato dumplings, yuzu aioli
Maitake Karaage $18
sake butter, shiso
Charred Caulilini $14
garlic chili, sesame, seasonal pickles
Spinach Gomaae $12
sweet sesame dressing
Wasabi Fried Rice $12
Tamari Chocolate Mousse $14
kinako shortbread, honey soy reduction, sesame ice cream
Fiery Chocolate $20
flourless chocolate cake, miso caramel ice cream, caramelized banana, kinako graham cracker, rum
Miso Apple Custard $14
japanese silky pudding, apple compote, candied togarashi pepitas
Mochi Ice Cream $12
Ice Cream $10
Chef's Seasonal Dessert $14
Sorbet Trio $10
GROUP DINING
Morimoto brings contemporary Japanese cuisine to life in the heart of Philadelphia, where bold, inventive flavors meet impeccable presentation. Ideal for group dining, the restaurant offers flexible private spaces to suit any occasion — from intimate gatherings in the Omakase Room (17 guests) to the Moto Lounge (22 seated or 30 reception), to a full buyout accommodating 125 seated or 150 for reception.