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Makiman Sushi - Center City
Makiman Sushi is located in the heart of the Theater District also known as "Avenue of the Arts" at 1326 Spruce Street, just a few steps from Broad and Spruce. Come and enjoy our great selection of sushi rolls from the most common to our famous creative rolls. We also offer a full line of Japanese and Korean Entrees or Appetizers. We have a great ambiance for couples dining or for private parties. We offer indoors or outdoor seating. At Makiman we are here to guarantee customer satisfaction. Established in 1999, we originated in Northeast Philadelphia and by popular demand we have expanded to Center City Philadelphia. With our fresh fish and outstanding presentation, we are confident in obtaining customer fulfillment. Please join us for a relaxing atmosphere, great food and outstanding customer service. Takeout and delivery are also available. BYOB
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40 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 40 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(13)
- good for groups(12)
- great for lunch(10)
- fit for foodies(6)
- kid-friendly(5)
- special occasion(4)
Makiman Sushi - Center City Reviews List
Review 1 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food at good prices
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Been twice both before theater, with very good experience both times. So much better than the typical Asian restaurant. This has nice decor in an attractive Center City location where the food is prepared well and quickly, and the staff is attentive. It has reasonable prices for food, and is a BYOB."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2013
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Review 2 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Makiman isn't the flashiest sushi restaurant in town, but it cannot be beat in terms of bang for your buck. I've never had a complaint about the rolls - always fresh and delicious. Makiman has become our go-to when we want to have a tasty meal downtown but do not want to spend $50+. Bring a few bottles of wine and enjoy the energy that the other guest bring and you're all set."
Dined on 6/08/2013
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Review 3 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decent lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sushi was on my list for lunch the day that I dined at Makiman, and I was not disappointed. I had three special rolls, and each was competently made. The fish was fresh, and the rolls were large. I attribute my only gripes to being the first customer of the day: the fish was very cold, the tempura batter that came with one of the rolls seemed warmed rather than fried (...perhaps the oil had not gotten to the right temperature yet?) and the roll that was on the lunch special board was charged full price (...even full price is fair here, so I didn't hassle them for the difference). These were all small things. I'll be back (...though a little bit later next time)!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 4 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Regulars...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoy Makiman on a regular basis as our go to sushi place before a show on Broad street. Food is consistently good (fresh) and the servers are always kind and helpful. This is a low key BYOB that is very comfortable...why we are regulars."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great quality, new options
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We are so tired of the same-old same-old Japanese sushi restaurant options.
We ventured out of the suburbs and found this gem! The options were creative and delicious! Our kids ate every bite and the price was very reasonable."
We ventured out of the suburbs and found this gem! The options were creative and delicious! Our kids ate every bite and the price was very reasonable."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
amazing sushi byob
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great food, byob and easy to get a table for a group of 7 on a friday night. perfect!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
This is the first time I've
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the first time I've eaten in the restaurant as opposed to eating it at home. I must say the taste and quality of the food has been much better in the past."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
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Review 8 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good before theater
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great menu with lots of different options and interesting sushi rolls and salads"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
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Review 9 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
extensive menu, great BYOB!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"extensive menu, great BYOB! close to all of the theaters, amazing service!!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2004
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Review 10 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Never disappoints. Good fresh
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Never disappoints. Good fresh sashimi, beautifully presented at a fair price."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were the loud group (11
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were the loud group (11 of us) and they handled us well. Great service. Great food."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 12 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Outstanding Sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went to Makiman after a show at the Merriam Theater (it's right around the corner). We wanted a late lunch(3PM) and it was the only sushi restaurant in the area (on Open Table) open at that time on a Sunday. Only downfall was that it's BYOB (fine if you're not at the theater beforehand.) We had some salmon nigiri and 3 roles. The specialty role selection is awesome. So many great rolls to pick from. And, the quality of all the fish was outstanding. Also tried an avacodo salad which was very good. My only big complaint was the service. We were the only table (a take out order or two and some people at the sushi bar) - yet the service was very, very slow. We had to ask for almost everything. Would go back for take out :-)"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2006
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Review 13 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great spot! Went with a group
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great spot! Went with a group for a birthday - the service was great; everyone was very friendly and accomodating. The sushi was awesome. Recommend the Sixers roll and the sweet potato roll...both were delish."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
After only getting delivery
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After only getting delivery from here and loving it, I decided to try it in person after reading great reviews! It was delicious! Very inexpensive, BYOB (major plus) and just a great vibe. It seems like a great place to have a big group of people at as well, great food and service!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 15 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome place just be aware
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome place just be aware it is a BYOB and there isnt a close wine shop dependinv on time of day or evening. Wait staff and ambience was lovely!!!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Makiman was great for accommodating
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Makiman was great for accommodating my large group of 20 people. The servers were very nice and did their best to get everyone's food out around the same time. I would definitely recommend!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I am not a fan of sushi so
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am not a fan of sushi so I am writing this review from the point of view of my husband and the other couple with us. They all had sushi and enjoyed everything they ordered. I on the other hand had limited options from which to select. I knew this ahead of time but if you do not eat sushi this is not a good place to go. If you do, go and enjoy!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Makiman Sushi - Center City
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
3 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate