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Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown, Philadelphia, PA

Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown

4.7
4.7
111 Reviews
$50 and over
Sushi

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Innovative
Welcome to Sushi By Bou Fishtown, Philly's Only hip-hop style Omakase Experience! Our curated Omakase, meaning "Chef's Choice," 'promises a tantalizing journey through fantastic flavors and bass heavy beats. Choose from our classic 12-course offering at $65 or indulge in the opulent 'Bougie' Omakase, $125 for 17 pieces, seated hourly. At our Fishtown Bou, groove to Classic 90s Hip Hop and taste the thrill of sushi exploration. Elevate your experience with exotic cocktails and premium sake, perfect for sushi pairing. Date Nights, Birthdays, or intimate private seatings, let us whisk you away on a journey of urban mystique. Visit all of our unique locations, each with its own culture-inspired vibe! Reserve now to secure a coveted seat at Sushi By Bou.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (888) 670-5996
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Catering
    For catered events, please email catering@sushibybou.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please email party@sushibybou.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Cross street
    E. Burks Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Burks Subway (MFL)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • 60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE BOUMAKASE $65

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a culinary journey like no other with our chef curated, 12-course Edomae style omakase experience. Each dish is not only a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and presentation but also an invitation to engage directly with the creation process. Guests are encouraged to participate in some preparations, each designed to mesmerize and induce awe and wonder with every bite. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 12-COURSE BOUMAKASE $65 Photo
  • 60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $125

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your dining experience with our exclusive “Bougie” 17-course Omakase. Begin by donning a complimentary Hachimaki headband and joining in a "Kanpai!" toast with our chefs. This ceremonial tradition sets the stage for a captivating culinary adventure, enhanced by a chef-created hand roll designed as crescendo to your omakase adventure. This upgraded experience offers a more extensive exploration of seasonal, imported fish from Japan and around the world, curated to provide a richer, more intricate tasting exploration, making this an exceptional culinary elevation from our 12-course offering. Sushi by Bou does not require prepayment. We collect your credit card details and you are charged only if you breach our cancellation policy.
    60 MINUTE, 17-COURSE BOUGIE OMAKASE $125 Photo

What 111 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Innovative

  • Philadelphia

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown offers a "fantastic experience" with "delicious, fresh sushi" and a "fun atmosphere." Guests enjoy the "interactive chefs" and "great value" for the omakase experience. However, diners should be prepared for a "fast-paced" meal, as seating times can feel rushed.

111 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I’ve been to this location before before they change the menu and the pricing. It was much better before this. You feel like you’re rushing through dinner. There are drinks are very expensive. I was able to purchase a dinner at a promotional rate, but by the time they add the tax and the service charge, it was very expensive for what you get 

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  2. Sarah

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was really good. The chefs were very nice! We opted for 12 courses and added 2 hand rolls. The food was fresh and tasty. The cocktails were good too. But it was a very rushed experience. We were 2/3 through our dinner before our cocktail arrived. And when the bill arrived we were at $250 with tip and were leaving less than an hour later. The waiter kept mentioning that other people had BoGo deals some how… which also didn’t feel great. Like we don’t have one no but are you offering?

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  3. Matt

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the 2 for 1 experience. Solid Omakase experience for the price. Be on time.
    Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya FishtownResponded 6 days ago
    Hello MCCC, Thank you for taking the time to review Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us and found our pricing to be of value. It's always our goal to provide an Omakase experience that's worth the price. We're glad you were on time for your meal. We appreciate your high rating and look forward to serving you again. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Caroline

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I've been a Sushi by Bou customer since pre-covid from NYC. I was really excited learning that they were coming down to Philly. However, my experience here is far subpar from Bou in NYC. Food quality was not as good. The miso cod was extremely wet and WAY TOO HOT to eat. As was the Eel too. It was piping hot and the chef was insisting on eating one bite - while I understand the approach, this would have definitely burned someone. The sushi was also sloppily made. (ex: Chef did not have enough uni and did not wait for the other chef to pass over the box and everyone on the right side had a meager amount). Chopped tuna was flowing to the side of the seaweed. Regarding the bill, I did not appreciate an automatic tip of 20% that was added without telling you upfront. Overall, if Philly was my first experience with Sushi by Bou, I would not be a returning customer.

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  5. Sherry

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time, the food and presentation was exceptional. The chefs interaction with us made the meal a one of a kind experience. Great drinks as well.

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  6. Lyeng

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I like the place and the chef’s and staff is nice
    Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya FishtownResponded on November 17, 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown. It's great to know that our chef and staff made a positive impression on you. We strive to provide the best food and service to our guests, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Chef focused only on one end of table which was disappointing
    Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya FishtownResponded on November 17, 2024
    Hello, Thank you for taking the time to review Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed our food and found it to be good value. We're sorry to hear that you felt our service was not up to par. We always aim to deliver a top-notch experience and we seem to miss the mark sometimes. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will certainly work on improving our service. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  8. William

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I recently visited Sushi by Bou in Fishtown, taking advantage of their "2 for 1" Boumakase experience. While the setup is intimate, with only 10 patrons and two chefs, our group of 8 encountered logistical issues as we were split between the chef and sous chef. For me, an omakase experience is about more than just the food; it's about the atmosphere, the interaction with the chef, and understanding the essence of the sushi. Unfortunately, over half our party missed out on this essential aspect. The head chef focused predominantly on his side of the table, leaving the other half, served by the sous chef, feeling neglected. While the sous chef was skillful, neither he nor the waiter made any effort to bridge this gap or create a cohesive experience. This imbalance significantly detracted from the evening. The sushi itself was decent and a good value for the "2 for 1" price. However, for full price, there are other establishments that offer a more consistent and engaging omakase experience. The most frustrating part of the visit, though, was the billing. A 20% automatic tip was added without any prior notice, which felt presumptuous. Worse, I later discovered I had been charged for an extra "Big Mac" ($25+20% tip+tax = $32 for each) sushi dish, even though each member of our group had only ordered one. When I brought this to management's attention, they claimed I had offered to pay for a friend's sushi and would not credit my account. After confirming with my friends, I found that everyone had already been charged correctly for their own orders. It seems the restaurant mistakenly assumed the two additional patrons (who were not part of our group) were with us and would not rectify their error. This lack of transparency, coupled with a poorly handled billing error and an uneven dining experience, left me deeply disappointed. Sadly, I won't be returning.

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  9. Nhi

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve been here twice and the first time was great since I was seated in front of a very attentive chef. This time not so much. Our chef didn’t talk to us and we felt like the experience was subpar.
    Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya FishtownResponded on November 17, 2024
    Hi, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're really sorry to hear that your second visit didn't live up to the first. We pride ourselves on our attentive service and it's disappointing to hear that we missed the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Eric

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 12-piece Omakase dinner, served to a total of 10 people by two chefs. The “experience” was terrific, and the chef was very informative and entertaining. The food was great, with some interesting types of sushi that we’d never had before. The food was prepared well and we were given information about it to make it more than just eating 12 small pieces of fish (I should say 11 pieces of fish and one piece of steak topped with sea urchin). It’s not cheap, and you need to factor this in to the decision about whether to go here, but if you’re looking for a great place for sushi with a different approach to serving it, I highly recommend it. This is our second time going there and we’ll be going back.
    Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya FishtownResponded on November 17, 2024
    Hi RickG, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your 12-piece Omakase dinner and found our chef's experience entertaining and informative. It's wonderful to know that our unique approach to sushi has added to your dining experience. We're always aiming to provide a great value, so your feedback is valuable to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown. Best regards, The Management Team

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Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown is rated 4.7 stars by 111 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Sushi by Bou - Fishtown PA @ Izakaya Fishtown

1832 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Additional information

  • Cross street
    E. Burks Street
  • Neighborhood
    Fishtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian, Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Burks Subway (MFL)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Bouhadana
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Private Room, Wine
  • Phone number
    (888) 670-5996
  • Catering
    For catered events, please email catering@sushibybou.com.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please email party@sushibybou.com.
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