Does Morimoto fit?

[Kobi]

Looking for a special "night out" in a few weekends. A group of three - one sushi lover (the guest of honor), two who don't eat sushi, all of whom appreciate great food and a unique experience. None of us has been to Morimoto, which seems like it would fit the bill on both counts.

Any objections? Anyone been lately and had a less than stellar experience?

We are open to basically any cuisine and price isn't much of a concern (it's a celebration, after all). Need to stay in Philly and prefer Center or Old City.

Thanks very much.

KOBI

[Capaneus]

Looking for a special "night out" in a few weekends.  A group of three - one sushi lover (the guest of honor), two who don't eat sushi, all of whom appreciate great food and a unique experience.  None of us has been to Morimoto, which seems like it would fit the bill on both counts.

Any objections?  Anyone been lately and had a less than stellar experience? 

We are open to basically any cuisine and price isn't much of a concern (it's a celebration, after all).  Need to stay in Philly and prefer Center or Old City.

Thanks very much.

KOBI

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If you're staying in Philly, Morimoto is pretty much the class of the field, as far as sushi is concerned. Which isn't saying much - I've found I do better there with the rest of the menu, personally.

If there's any geographical flexibility at all, I would very enthusiastically recommend Fuji in Haddonfield

http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=47824&st=120

The Jersey address is less of a problem than you may think: the restaurant is about a block from the PATCO station, and the ride from the 15th and Locust stop is reasonably quick.

[chowfun]

I tried Morimoto for the first time two months ago for lunch. The sushi was unimpressive and lackluster. We did enjoy the kumomoto oysters on the half shell with three different sauces and I got a dish that was like Bibimbop but made with yellow tail that was very delicious.

[Kobi]

Thank you both for the replies!!

Unfortunately NJ might be a little tough because we have something in Philly that night right after dinner.

Will report back. Any other suggestions are very welcome.

KOBI