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Address: 105 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone: (215) 278-7671
Website: https://www.dawafish.com/
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Dawa: Joseph’s Sushi and Ramen – Review – Fishtown – Philadelphia
We had to face the cold, hard reality—or the cold, hard chicken katsu—that the once-reliable Fishtown spot now has a menu full of flavorless …
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Yumeno Young
Dawa Sushi and Ramen is an absolute gem. I stopped in for lunch with my mom and we were both genuinely impressed from start to finish. I ordered the Shoyu Ramen and a shrimp tempura roll—both were flavorful, balanced, and beautifully prepared. My mom had the chashu ramen and a salmon roll, and she couldn’t stop talking about how fresh and delicious everything tasted.
We also shared the octopus tempura, which was perfectly tender on the inside and crisp on the outside—one of the best I’ve had. Our food came out quickly, yet nothing felt rushed.
The ambiance is warm and inviting; you quickly forget you’re right under the L train. The staff was so pleasant and attentive, clearly taking pride in creating a great dining experience.
Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for quality ramen, sushi, and genuine hospitality. I’ll definitely be back!
… moreWe also shared the octopus tempura, which was perfectly tender on the inside and crisp on the outside—one of the best I’ve had. Our food came out quickly, yet nothing felt rushed.
The ambiance is warm and inviting; you quickly forget you’re right under the L train. The staff was so pleasant and attentive, clearly taking pride in creating a great dining experience.
Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for quality ramen, sushi, and genuine hospitality. I’ll definitely be back!
Tigershine Detailing
Dawa Sushi and Ramen is a true hidden gem in Philly. Definitely the best sushi in town. The fish is very fresh and basically melts in your mouth. The Uni gets flown in from Hokkaido, Japan and is phenomenal! I can’t wait to sit down and try the Omakase that’s only on Friday’s.
… moreNicala La Reau
Dawa Sushi is one of the fishtown’s best-kept secrets. I’ve been coming here since they first opened, and it continues to impress me every single time. This is truly some of the most underrated sushi in the city. The fish is consistently incredibly fresh—honestly better than what I’ve had at several of the most expensive sushi spots around.
Their omakase is phenomenal and thoughtfully prepared, and the ramen is just as memorable, with a deeply flavorful, comforting broth that you can tell was made with care. On top of the food, the owners are genuinely kind and incredibly hardworking, which makes the experience even more special. If you’re looking for exceptional sushi without the hype or pretension, Dawa is a must-visit.
… moreTheir omakase is phenomenal and thoughtfully prepared, and the ramen is just as memorable, with a deeply flavorful, comforting broth that you can tell was made with care. On top of the food, the owners are genuinely kind and incredibly hardworking, which makes the experience even more special. If you’re looking for exceptional sushi without the hype or pretension, Dawa is a must-visit.
Chloe Hallum
This place is great! Always on the lookout for a solid veg ramen and this was perfect. Will be back!
… moreSam Shen
Know the owner for years and never let me down.
Premium grade seafood, prepared with true attention to detail. The soul of sushi lies in the quality and freshness of the fish, and this place absolutely delivers. The ingredients here can rival, and even surpass some of the top omakase spots in Philadelphia. Don’t let the location or surroundings fool you; just look at the pictures and the natural marbling of the fish, and you’ll understand what I mean. Every bite reflects the chef’s commitment to excellence.
Must try items: Chutoro, Otoro, Uni, Foie Gras, Crispy Rice with blue fin tuna
… morePremium grade seafood, prepared with true attention to detail. The soul of sushi lies in the quality and freshness of the fish, and this place absolutely delivers. The ingredients here can rival, and even surpass some of the top omakase spots in Philadelphia. Don’t let the location or surroundings fool you; just look at the pictures and the natural marbling of the fish, and you’ll understand what I mean. Every bite reflects the chef’s commitment to excellence.
Must try items: Chutoro, Otoro, Uni, Foie Gras, Crispy Rice with blue fin tuna
Ibaad Khan
Had a great experience at Dawa Fishtown. The ramen, shrimp tempura, and duck bao were flavorful and hit the spot. Everything was delicious. The server was very kind, and the restaurant is decorated quite nicely. Highly recommend.
… moreKhalid Puthawala
Some of the best sushi we’ve ever had. Melt in you mouth, no fishiness, great textural variation.
Ordered eel avocado, California rolls. Shrimp tempura, salmon roll, vegetable ramen, and chicken katzu.
Would come again easily. Reasonably priced. Service attentive. Initial order screw up corrected rapidly with apologies.
Not a fan of non-asian indie pop American music at a sushi restaurant – would prefer authentic Asian music, but my 16 year olds liked the music playing in the background (as an indicator of the ambience, and of my old fogeyness)
… moreOrdered eel avocado, California rolls. Shrimp tempura, salmon roll, vegetable ramen, and chicken katzu.
Would come again easily. Reasonably priced. Service attentive. Initial order screw up corrected rapidly with apologies.
Not a fan of non-asian indie pop American music at a sushi restaurant – would prefer authentic Asian music, but my 16 year olds liked the music playing in the background (as an indicator of the ambience, and of my old fogeyness)
Popsy Lazo
Best sushi in Philly. The Omakase was worth every penny, and we were all very happy with the selected fish plus a description of what and where it came from. The staff is always wonderful and they take care of all the details. Will go again soon!
… moreMaster Boul
Location a bit sketchy and there is not many seats inside but the sushi is good quality for its price point.
The salmon roll is $10 at time of writing, slightly more expensive than nearby alternatives but seems to be expertly prepared.
The braised pork belly buns are delicious and come with thick slabs of pork meat.
The fried rice rolls appetizers are also quick good and does their job to stimulate the appetite.
The cha shu ramen itself is slightly spicy and includes a sliced slab of corn which is an interesting choice, at first glance, it seems a bit like instant ramen but upon tasing the noodles are certainly higher quality than that of instant ramen. The eggs are hard boiled and reminiscent of soy sauced braised salty tea eggs, the broth is flavorful but nothing too special and the same can be said for the cha shu pork pieces. Overall 4/5. The ramen passable but the sushi is the main highlight of this place.
… moreThe salmon roll is $10 at time of writing, slightly more expensive than nearby alternatives but seems to be expertly prepared.
The braised pork belly buns are delicious and come with thick slabs of pork meat.
The fried rice rolls appetizers are also quick good and does their job to stimulate the appetite.
The cha shu ramen itself is slightly spicy and includes a sliced slab of corn which is an interesting choice, at first glance, it seems a bit like instant ramen but upon tasing the noodles are certainly higher quality than that of instant ramen. The eggs are hard boiled and reminiscent of soy sauced braised salty tea eggs, the broth is flavorful but nothing too special and the same can be said for the cha shu pork pieces. Overall 4/5. The ramen passable but the sushi is the main highlight of this place.
K.J.
The best sushi I have had. Period. And my all time favorite sushi restaurant. One of the greatest hidden gems of Philadephia!
I’ve had sushi in Japan, South Korea, and all across the tristate area, and recently in Hawaii and Dawa still stays at the top. There are other places in NYC/DC/LA that serve flashy omakase, but they usually charge the equivalent of a down payment on a Rav4 for a single meal. Dawa offers world-class sushi and sashimi for a reasonable price.
Everything from the freshness of the fish, the clean aroma, the temperature of the nigiri, the texture and mouthfeel of the rice grains that are expertly molded, is great. Even the house blend soy sauce has a subtle but noticeable unctuous punch. It’s incredible to experience how much the chef cares about creating an incredible culinary experience. I get the chef’s special every time I eat at Dawa, and look forward to trying out their Omakase soon.
Though I usually focus on sushi when I eat at Dawa, I’ve tried their ramen, buns, and tempura and it was tasty! For anyone who wants to try some of the best sushi ever made by an incredible chef, I highly recommend Dawa!
Thank you Chef Joseph!
… moreI’ve had sushi in Japan, South Korea, and all across the tristate area, and recently in Hawaii and Dawa still stays at the top. There are other places in NYC/DC/LA that serve flashy omakase, but they usually charge the equivalent of a down payment on a Rav4 for a single meal. Dawa offers world-class sushi and sashimi for a reasonable price.
Everything from the freshness of the fish, the clean aroma, the temperature of the nigiri, the texture and mouthfeel of the rice grains that are expertly molded, is great. Even the house blend soy sauce has a subtle but noticeable unctuous punch. It’s incredible to experience how much the chef cares about creating an incredible culinary experience. I get the chef’s special every time I eat at Dawa, and look forward to trying out their Omakase soon.
Though I usually focus on sushi when I eat at Dawa, I’ve tried their ramen, buns, and tempura and it was tasty! For anyone who wants to try some of the best sushi ever made by an incredible chef, I highly recommend Dawa!
Thank you Chef Joseph!