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Philadelphia restaurant impresario Stephen Starr's retro-modern offering, located in the town's "University City" neighborhood, lets its guests sip sake, beer, and colored cocktails while munching on fresh sushi, dim sum, and Pan-Asian entrees. The hip, contemporary, "starship-like" space was conceptualized by famed Manhattan designer David Rockwell and influenced by the films "Sleeper" and "2001: A Space Odyssey."
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298 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 298 reviews
5 stars
(123)
4 stars
(132)
3 stars
(33)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(155)
- good for groups(142)
- hot spot(131)
- special occasion(109)
- neighborhood gem(70)
- great for lunch(46)
Pod Reviews List
Review 1 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very Impressive First Visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant has really good food. They also had options for vegetarians/vegans. The kitchen was willing to meet my dietary restrictions.The ambiance was very nice. And, the staff was quite friendly. I highly recommend this restaurant for sushi lovers!!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spot for a large group
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pod was fun and lively! It was a great place for our large group and the staff was very friendly and accommodating!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 3 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This lunch experience at Pod was better than the one a few weeks before. The music was at the regular volume again and didn't overwhelm the conversation. I hope that continues. Food was wonderful as always."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great ambiance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The decor is very Austin Powers like."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 5 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit busy with Penn's graduation - which I think affected the timeliness of the service - but otherwise a great experience."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Pod
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was OK but not worth the price. We had to wait to get seats even with the reservation."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 7 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great lunch!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of our friends could only eat gluten free and they had a special menu just for that, it was great!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Too loud
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Can barely hear the person next to you at peak hours. Food is excellent but expensive"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 9 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Getting tired
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pod needs a freshening up. Food was getting less exciting and it now seems more like a chain. Service is abrupt and rushed. Better ways to spend a night. My 20 year old kids still like it....."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
enjoyable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"really nice place, with great service and food!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 11 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everyone in our party of 4 was so impressed with the food & ambience that we agreed to return soon. Our second visit was just as enjoyable as the first. Both times we all loved the rock shrimp tempura in a spicy aioli sauce, vegetable fried rice, sushi & salad. On our third excursion we plan to try other items from the menu. I for one may not be able to resist getting the rock shrimp again!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 12 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great as always; very tasty and nicely presented. Our waitress, Yoko, was outstanding."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Starr restaurants never dissapoint!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was celebrating my birthday with friends at Pod! I love the trendy atmosphere, outstanding service and amazing food! I would highly recommend the Red lychee martini, Rock shrimp with candied walnuts, Shrimp Pad Thai and Kung Pao chicken and shrimo stir fry! If you love peanut butter try the fluffernutter spring rolls which is my absolute favorite dessert at Pod!! If you have a large party try to reserve a pod for more intimacy!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 14 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Top food but not for lovers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As we were looking for a nice place for a romantic dinning, Pod was not really the place we were looking for. It was kind of funny we were like overdressed...We were seated on the side were everybody had to pass.
Our waitress was a super girl that saw the humor of it.
My wife had the wagyu beef cooked on a stone at the table. A very nice guy came over to our table and grilled the meat just like my wife wanted it. I had the mixed maki and sashimi platter and I really liked it.
So after all it was a great evening with a possitive atmosphere and we did'd feel sorry for having our dinner I
at Pod's."
Our waitress was a super girl that saw the humor of it.
My wife had the wagyu beef cooked on a stone at the table. A very nice guy came over to our table and grilled the meat just like my wife wanted it. I had the mixed maki and sashimi platter and I really liked it.
So after all it was a great evening with a possitive atmosphere and we did'd feel sorry for having our dinner I
at Pod's."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot
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Review 15 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good, expensive but the service was spectacular. Worth it over all, but won't be returning."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 16 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Goodness
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Crab spring rolls are out of this world good. Everything tasted like a quality dish made from quality ingredients. If you're craving Asian food, Pod will hit the mark well, from sushi to pad thai to crab fried rice. Service was friendly and attentive (though it was not very busy when we arrived)."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 17 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to Pod on a number of occasions, it never disappoints. Always good."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 18 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food, service a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food, service a little slow. Noisy and crowded. Not a place for a quiet romantic dinner."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
amazing food, wonderful service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first time dining at pod. Went for my birthday. The strawberry mojito and spare ribs are to die for. Service was great food was excellent. They even put a sparkler in the dessert for my birthday. Definitely going back !"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best place I have been for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best place I have been for sushi in a long time."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time with daughter &
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great time with daughter & Neice we all shared sushi & seafood fried rice crab rolls every thing was tasty would go back again this was my second time around ."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pod was awesome! Food selection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pod was awesome! Food selection was just great- I wanted to order one of each!
We went Dim Sum style with 3 of us eating all of the dishes. We had grape leaves with beef and pork buns which were to die for. You HAVE to get the kobe beef cooked table side! We had one entree- the duck- and it was a great portion with great seasoned veggies.
The waitress was fantastic in suggesting drinks from their interesting drink menu.
I would definately suggest getting in here soon!"
We went Dim Sum style with 3 of us eating all of the dishes. We had grape leaves with beef and pork buns which were to die for. You HAVE to get the kobe beef cooked table side! We had one entree- the duck- and it was a great portion with great seasoned veggies.
The waitress was fantastic in suggesting drinks from their interesting drink menu.
I would definately suggest getting in here soon!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been to Pod a few times,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to Pod a few times, once I even went for the AYCE Sushi. Overall I do enjoy going here, it's a different sort of restaurant than your average Philadelphia spot. I've yet to try the conveyor belt, but I'd really like to. I got the $18 maki/nigiri combo plate, and tried a few other items. The food is generally pretty good, I just find it to be a bit overpriced. Our service was great, they even put us in one of the fun pods (seats up to eight I'd guess). I'll go back for special occasions, but not for just an average sushi craving."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 24 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pod is where its at!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food, fantastic service, great atmosphere. I loved everything about my experience at Pod from the drinks to the dessert it was great."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
have eaten here at least 30
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"have eaten here at least 30 times, have never had a bad meal and the service is always excellent. only gripe is they don't sell heineken and the short rib with udon noodle should always be on the menu!!!!!!!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 26 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome spot!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been meaning to go to this place for awhile and finally had a chance to. Definitely worth the hour drive! Our server Dane was fantastic and knowledgeable. He was able to answer any question we asked and give us recommendations. I ordered the wasabi crusted filet which was cooked to perfection and my friend ordered the miso glazed seabass, also done precisely. Will surely be back again but with more people so we can sit in the color changing pod."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Jwattz
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a wonderful experience the food, atmosphere, as well as the service was definitely on point really enjoyed myself"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 28 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tables for two are a bit cramped.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tables for two are a bit cramped. Wait staff very helpful when ordering. Meal was sized just right."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 29 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food. Great service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food. Great service. New menu with higher prices."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 30 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Duck was excellent; "tempura"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Duck was excellent; "tempura" rock shrimp were greasy."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2009
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Review 31 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Restaurant was good.Wouldn't
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Restaurant was good.Wouldn't run back,very loud and service just fair."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 32 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Was a great experience. Friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was a great experience. Friendly staff and the food was perfect. little pricey but would definitely go again."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 33 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have been to Pod numerous
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Pod numerous times, and never had a bad meal. The servers are gracious, attentive but not overbearing, even when they are busy.
The restaurant tends to be noisy because of the decor, and the tables in the middle are close together.
The food really is fabulous."
The restaurant tends to be noisy because of the decor, and the tables in the middle are close together.
The food really is fabulous."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was good, but depending
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good, but depending on the table you get, one could feel cramped. Service was excellent."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have been to Pod several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been to Pod several times and I am always impressed by the quality and the preparation of the food. We ordered about 9 appetizers, small plates and vergitable sides between 4 of us. It was more than enough food. Everything was excellent. The bok choy and mushrooms were wonderful. The sushi; delicious. The crab eggrolls are tasty although very overpriced for what they are. I think to really like 8 out of 9 dishes is a pretty good record. It is a noisey place, but that goes along with decor and overall atmosphere. It is kind of what the 1960's thought the future might look like."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 36 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and outstanding
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food and outstanding service"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
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Review 37 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I thought the food was amazing.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I thought the food was amazing. I would recomend it to anyone who likes sushi. Also the staff was very friendly and happy."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I wish Stephen Starr would
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I wish Stephen Starr would turn down the noise/music. It's hard to chat with friends with thst chichichichi in the background.
His restaurants are great but the noise levels could sgtnd some review."
His restaurants are great but the noise levels could sgtnd some review."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 39 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I've been a frequent patron
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been a frequent patron of Pod since they opened. My last trip was a bit of a disappointment though. The lunch menu has recently been trimmed down - dramatically so - and the prices have increased. The music that's now played during lunch would be more appropriate for happy hour/dinner and is much too loud. We asked our server if it could be turned down; didn't notice any improvement if it was. The food is still wonderful, but the service was much slower than usual, even given the veteran server that we had."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 40 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good but in my opinion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good but in my opinion a but pricey for what you get. Overall a great experience."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
U Penn parents and kids.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"U Penn parents and kids. Lots of happy noise. The food, though is really quite special and the service has always been professional and friendly."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 42 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our time at Pod was great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our time at Pod was great overall. We had a reservation, and while we were not seated right away, we didn't wait very long to be seated. Food was excellent, and service was fast, and competent. Managers came over to check in on us. To offer one small amount of constructive criticism, the wait staff could have been a bit more engaging, but it certainly wasn't bad. All of our needs were met. It's just when you lay down $150 for dinner for two (including tip), you want your waiter to be your guide, as it were, and not just someone who takes your order. We've been to other restaurants at the same price point, and waiters at those establishments make you feel at home, and make the dinner more of an event."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 43 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place in West Philly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went last minute, had no trouble getting a reservation same day. Bit noisy, tables are close together but the vibe is cool there, great service and great people watching. Food comes out as it is prepared so not a course by course type dinner, but great for sharing. WE had a few spectacular dishes, but then some that were mediocre also. I would recommend the Negi Toro, the miso sea bass and the spicy tuna roll. The Saki was awesome, the martini choice was limited and it tasted fine but nothing fancy. The mochi ice cream was odd and I would not recommend it for the price. Overall a great place and thumbs up for sushi and sashimi fans."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 44 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place never disappoints.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place never disappoints. Great food, Great time!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 45 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. Great food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service. Great food. Fun atmoshere."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 46 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Rockin shrimp were awesome.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Rockin shrimp were awesome. Had a great lunch with my father."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 47 for Pod
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great as always... a nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great as always... a nice treat with work colleagues! We always look forward to the great food and service."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great restaurant with amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A great restaurant with amazing food. You can't go wrong here."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 49 for Pod
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent. Would definitely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent. Would definitely return."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 50 for Pod
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Always Good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While it may seem to be somewhat expensive, Pod was good as always. It is a pan-asian restaurant, so you naturally do get a lot of food. The food and drinks are always very creative and delicious, and I would always recommend Pod!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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