4. Restaurants

Makiman Sushi

7324 Oxford Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19111
  • (215) 722-8800
  • Store is closed

Makiman Sushi Menu

  • Appetizers
  • Salads
  • Teriyaki Entrees
  • Fusion Sushi Rolls
  • Nigiri Sushi

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  • Appetizers
  • Salads
  • Teriyaki Entrees
  • Fusion Sushi Rolls
  • Nigiri Sushi

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  • Jay B.

    I have been planning to try this sushi restaurant and finally after work my nephew and I stopped and had dinner. The restaurant is small but very clean. The staff is friendly. The prices are reasonable. Most importantly the food was delicious. I tried two different sushi rolls, tuna nachos and some of my nephew's miso soup. He also had chicken teriyaki because he have not yet attempted to try sushi. Everything was really delicious! I really like this place and will be going back soon. The next time I will bring wine....it's a byob

    (4)

  • Lydia T.

    Their Captain Crunch roll is always my go to. Lovely environment.. for lunch especially. Great customer service. I always feel that the staff is attentive and ready if I have a request. I've also ordered take out before and it was delicious!!

    (5)

  • Jiban K.

    Excellent food, been here many times and was never dissapointed. I was recommended by my friends and came with them couple of time. Place is small but it still is cozy. The service were excellent, server were very attentive, and my fav California roll always tasted very yummy

    (5)

  • Teresa N.

    I am baffled by the 4-5 star reviews of this place. I came here with three other friends one night through someone's recommendation. I (as well as one other friend) thought the food was just awful, but the two others enjoyed themselves. Those two ordered stuff like caterpillar and dragon roll, so maybe you're better off if you order really basic (read: tempura) rolls. Pros: -BYOB -Cute interior -Very nice staff. I almost feel bad writing this review Cons: -Sketchy location -I ordered 6 piece sashimi. They gave me 5 piece nigiri. NOT THE SAME -Fish was chewy and definitely not fresh -Tried my friend's sunomono because she left it untouched. For good reason. Don't order it. 2 stars instead of 1 just because the staff was so darn nice, and it really is a cute place (aesthetically) to bring a date. But as for the food, I'd rather eat at the Wendy's across the parking lot.

    (2)

  • Sally T.

    Best sushi in the area, the price is okay but for the taste, it is worth it. Very small restaurant, but cozy. The only downside about this is that the selections are smaller as well, they have a very small selected section for sashimi. The sashimi is pretty much typical like any other places.

    (4)

  • BaoNgoc N.

    Meh not the best sushi I've had but will suffice if you have been deprived and hungry. It could also be due to the location. Northeast Philly is not known for tasty sushi.

    (3)

  • Christina V.

    sooooooo im pretty much obsessed with Makiman. No sushi in the area comes close. From prices, to staff, to quality- this place is a hit. OH and it tops off at 5 stars because comparable places aren't BYOB. Makiman IS! Ive had basically every roll on the menu and never get tired. too lazy to get off your butt and make it out to get delish sushi? yea, you can thank little baby jesus that Makiman is there to save your gluttonous salivating self- they DELIVER. and fast. favorites are the Captain crunch, raw Viking, kamikaze, and Katzu rolls. trust me.... im the dutchess :)

    (5)

  • Elaine M.

    I have been to Makiman in the Northeast about a half dozen times now since a friend of mine lives close by. I have always enjoyed my selections but never felt the need to rave about the place. After my last visit to Makiman on Tuesday; I am ready to give my positive review! A friend and I shared 5 rolls; - Tropical Roll (but we asked them to add fish, he added the rainbow roll fish on top) - delicious - the mango is a great sushi accompaniment! - Cap'N Crunch (probably my least favorite, just because I find the crab stick boring) - Katsu Roll - This is labeled as a deep fried roll, but it was not overly fried and it melted the cream cheese perfectly! - Ex-boyfriend Roll - We asked that the white tuna NOT be torched and I am glad we did! - Kamikazi Roll - This might be my favorite. The spicy sauce is just the right amount where I was still able to add some wasabi. The service at Makiman is always excellent and the waitstaff is very attentive. The BYOB aspect certainly allowed us to splurge a little extra on our rolls since we brought our own cheap bottle of red. I will surely be back again for another round of delish sushi with Christina V.

    (4)

  • Ivy A.

    Excellent food ordered the shrimp tempura roll and spicy crab roll they were very fresh and tasteful.

    (5)

  • Lynn N.

    Overrated for 4 stars. Heard about this place on Instagram and it looked delicious. I got the bulgolgi bento box and the meat was not too good. I also had to get a sushi roll to try this place out and it wasn't too good either. This place is okay but I wouldn't come back. There weren't many people there during lunch on a Saturday. The place is near Dunkin donuts And Wendy's. There's a parking lot in the rear and next to it but you have to park in the rear because the one next to it is for Wendy's... 3 stars it is

    (3)

  • Laura R.

    I lovve their sushi. Ive been here atleast 3 times. The sushi is great. The service is excellent. This a place worth going to. Very clean, and organized.

    (5)

  • Urcella G.

    I stopped in for lunch today, I got the steamed shumai and stir fried Udon with chicken. Service was quick and staff was very friendly. The Shumai had little flavor, no shrimp whatsoever was inside of the dumplings and ridiculously small for the price . The Udon was a large portion for a lunch special and it also came with a house salad but, the teriyaki sauce in my udon was super corn syrupy type of sweet and my mushrooms were undercooked. I gave two stars because of the price, Service and location (right up the street from my house) but I came for the food and it just didn't live up to the hype

    (2)

  • Antonio D.

    You ever bite into some sushi and feel like you're riding a dragon under the warm summer setting sun!? No? Well come eat some of this sushi! It's so good! I don't love around the area but I travel to this place anytime of the day because it's so delicious! The price is fair. Nice chill atmosphere and great service!

    (5)

  • Steve K.

    When one lives in the suburbs - even close in suburbs like Wyncote it's just a given that few restaurants are as good as in the city - even if a place is actually in Philly. Makiman is an exception.We have been eating here for years and they are consistently good - from sushi and sashimi to tempura, seaweed salad (hyper yum!). They have a roll they call valentine that's shaped like a heart and made with pink soy wrappers rather then nori. My wife can't stand nori but loves valentine and other things in soy wrapper so this might be a good deal for those who don't like nori and think they don't like sushi... In the winter they have (I guess all year but I just eat it in the winter) Bi Bim Bop in a stone pot which is great because you get a lot of different stuff (beef, an egg, veggis etc) in one dish and the hot pot makes the rice that is in the bottom of the pot nicly crispy. Service is always fine and it's BYOB. I think that while it might not be Sagami it's very good and woth many visits.

    (4)

  • Bill F.

    Thought their site says they deliver within 3 miles, I called for delivery (being 2.9 miles according to Google Maps) and was informed the driver doesn't feel like driving to my neighborhood. Thanks so much. Maybe they should update their delivery standards to say, "within three miles, if we like your neighborhood or feel like it."

    (1)

  • Shanee C.

    Overall good sushi!!! Cap crunch roll is great.. And you can never wrong with the classic California Roll, yellowtail scallion etc.

    (4)

  • Jenny T.

    I enjoy coming to Maki man for lunch. The lunch specials are reasonably priced for the area. The food has always been fresh and tasty. The service is ok. I get the feeling that the employees are not happy or do not want to be at work. The restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. 3.5

    (3)

  • Lianna N.

    Still going strong as a good sushi place to eat at in fox chase area. I parked right beside the restaurant but it said wendys or temple parking only. Parked there for 1.5 hours without consequence. The lunch special was a great deal, but I guess once you add in the tip its not really saving money anymore haha. Im not sure if you can take out the lunch special, but I am guessing not. Great and efficient service, and nice people there.

    (4)

  • Heather R.

    I love this place! The menu has some awesome rolls I've never seen anywhere else. The sushi is quality. So far this is the only place on the area that I trust for good sushi. Pricey, as are most GOOD sushi places.

    (4)

  • Jason W.

    must be 5 start. low price great tast. I never found a great sushi before, so great food always was not found easily. however, now I tell you it is.

    (5)

  • Joelle J.

    Great sushi! Been here a few times and they've never disappointed on the food or service. The fact that's it's byob makes it even better

    (4)

  • Marlyn V.

    Located between a dunkin donuts and a Wendys, you would not expect to find great sushi place, but alas there lies Makiman. Not only is this place great sushi, but its BYOB and has friendly servers. I made the mistake of ordering a pick up order from a number I found on their website and turns out it was their other location! Needless to say they were happy to get my order made again and call the other place to let them know. Definitely order: The Mexican Roll - it's sweet, crunchy and perfect The Nutty roll - it's crispy, nutty and smooth The Shrimp roll - It's simple fresh You can skip: The Makiman Fries - unless you are completely hungover, way too greasy The Seafood platter appetizer - Also very greasy, small portions and not worth the price The only reason I don't give them the full 5 stars is bc they are a bit pricey ($12 for a small fusion roll) and they do take a long time bc it's usually busy and only 2 chefs. With that said, get here, there's parking too!

    (4)

  • Kohinoor M.

    I have to get this out first - you must try the Sixers! Mmmm!! My sister brought me here and said she mostly goes just for the Sixers. Now I know why! Also had the caterpillar which was deeeeelishhhh as well!! As for the decor, it isn't all that fancy but it feels nice and homey. Definitely a good place to return to :) Oh also, they have this points reward thing. If you accumulate 25 (?) points, you get a free meal! And that's always good news to moi. ;D just save the bottom of the receipt.

    (4)

  • Oh Y.

    Fish isn't as fresh as it was before and I couldn't help but notice cockroaches crawling on the ground. Disgusted! No option for 0 stars

    (1)

  • Richard S.

    You get what you pay for. At this place, you pay for the best quality Sushi in Philly.

    (5)

  • Susan Z.

    Got the bi bim bap and an eel + cucumber roll to go. The bi bim bap, like most (all?) entrees, came with soup and salad. All the food was fresh and delicious. I will be back if I am in the area!

    (4)

  • L B.

    Not bad, but I've had better. Will come back. My only gripe about dining in is all the tables and chairs are squeezed in too tightly and the chairs aren't very comfy.

    (4)

  • Pretty R.

    Wanted a sushi restaurant close by me and found this place on yelp. I was very disappointed. The waitress was not friendly or too helpful with explaining the menu. I was the only person there so I don't know why it took her so long to come to my table and honor my requests (such as water refill). I had the ex-girlfriend sushi which was not bad. For the price the sushi is not worth it. Their lunch special sucks and does not give much variety. ""Assorted sushi" means, the chef gives you whatever he wants (whatever they have to get rid of). I will not go back to this place.

    (2)

  • Ashley P.

    I love this place! Food is always good, staff are always very nice and helpful, and they're byob! What more could you ask for? They even deliver! I moved from this neighborhood last year, and I miss this place. If you can, take advantage!

    (5)

  • Cathy T.

    Ordered take-out tonight. We got the dumplings, both fried and steamed. Both were awesome, fried were better, only because of the light crunchy texture. We also got the Mexican roll, Spider roll, Cap-N-Crunch roll, and the Shrimp Tempura Maki roll. All four were amazing!!! The Mexican roll was my favorite. Can't wait to try others!!

    (5)

  • Jill M.

    Love this place! Their bento boxes and desserts are awesome! The servers are very friendly and the place is very clean. Prices are very reasonable!

    (5)

  • Sopapilla P.

    Nice cute place that was nearby my house. I was impressed with their menu and byob is always a plus. Loved their katsu roll and tempura udon was pretty good too. I will definitely return for some more sushi and maybe order through delivery next time :))))

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    Came here for lunch with my coworker who is a regular here. She gave a glowing recommendation and I was not disappointed. I had a 76ers roll which was very tasty, and we shared some "quesadilla-like" flat noodles which were very good. My coworker had never had it before, and like it a lot. I would come back here anytime. Small place.

    (4)

  • Emily A.

    My initial reaction to the exterior was that it looked a bit seedy, however, the inside did not disappoint. The AC was on blast and the restaurant was relatively quiet and very relaxing. The food is reasonably priced, and very good!! The menu is extensive and well put-together, and even has pictures to go along with everything. The waitresses are extremely friendly and are not overbearing. I have been to this spot a couple times already, and I'll definitely be coming back! :)

    (5)

  • Nancy P.

    This place is underwhelming and really unmemorable. All I do remember is how awkward the parking is. Maybe cause we came in from the other side, but there is a median in the parking lot that makes it weird to park. The food is okay. As I recall, the rolls were pretty but I barely remember which ones we ordered. I think it was the NE Viking, Sunburst, Macnabb and Yellow Stallion. I didn't like the yellow tail at all. Their spicy sauce is spicier than other places. This is also a BYOB.

    (2)

  • Corinne M.

    Reasonable for the area I guess. The sushi is acceptable when you're not in the mood to go too far from home. But the prices are definitely higher than they should be. Super convenient for delivery, and everyone is friendly. But it'll cost $50 for 2 people and that's way high considering the quality is merely adequate.

    (3)

  • Gina M.

    Parking is awful. Takes too long. Dirty. Service is bad. Expensive. Not good. Did I sum it up for you? If not: GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!

    (1)

  • Melody W.

    We've lost count of how many times we've been here. This location really helps bring up the dining out profile of the area, and delivers a Center City-quality establishment to the convenience and easy parking of Northeast Philly. Love them for that. Now we can get something nice to eat without getting on the expressway! Go to Maki Man for: 1) The McNabb roll (it's truly a food-gasmic experience) 2) The BYOB hell yeah-ness 3)The selection of creative and delicious fusion rolls 4) The friendly, laid back service and intimate atmosphere

    (5)

  • Audrey K.

    I've ordered from this place about 25 times in the past 3 months alone but have yet to step foot into the actual restaurant. So my review stands on delivery, phone service and prices alone! Just sayin' Phone service is great, you tell them your address once, and given that your phone number doesn't change, they know you for life. (or for.. the past few months that I've called). No hassle about paying with card over the phone, and delivery is quick - 30 to 35 min. The food is awesome. I usually get the sashimi regular, on really really fricken good days I'll get a sashimi deluxe. I've also tried sushi regular/deluxe, the pick your own (3 of your choice) rolls, and some appetizers. They've all been great. I'm starting to move away from their sushi just cause the sashimi comes with a side of rice, and the fish seem fresher, thicker, juicer, etc. mmmmm, mmm. All of these meals also come with soup and salad, and duh, soy sauce and ginger. The tempura was a bit soggy by the time it reached me, but that's alright - it's expected. The prices.. are okay. For the quality of sushi, I won't complain. I'm sure there are some delivery fees assessed as well. Though I will say that I only order Makiman when I'm in the mood to 'treat myself' .. to a $25 dinner. (which apparently is damn often, sheesh) I am a fan!

    (3)

  • Elizabeth R.

    Nice atmosphere. Good quality sushi. Reasonable prices and the rolls are a good size.

    (5)

  • Andrew J.

    I live around the corner from here for years, drove by it, never paid any mind to the place. On the outside it kinda of looks like a dirty house. But on the inside the place is beautiful. The dining room has beautiful wood seats and floors and a great sushi bar where you can watch your meal get prepared. There really is no restaurant like this in the NE. A great date spot. I like how all the chefs were fitted hats, I don't know why, it's just funny to me. The sushi is fresh and delicious and there are fun rolls to try out along with some korean dishes that I've tried and loved as well. They do delivery but I've never ordered out and won't now that I'm not in the neighborhood anymore. Food can take a little while to get to the table and it's a little pricey but not too bad. It's a BYOB so bring some drinks and enjoy the food in this nice little spot.

    (4)

  • Dee Y.

    I love it here! My husband and I were looking for a sushi place when we moved to the NE and I didn't really have high hopes. We tried Makiman after reading the yelp reviews, and I have to say this place is awesome. It's BYOB, which is always a plus, the restaurant itself it clean, bright and great for a date or for a group. The sushi tastes fresh and delicious. I would say it's one of my favorite sushi restaurants ever. The service is great, the people who work there are friendly and we always have a fun time when we go. Parking is a little weird, but other than that it's wonderful.

    (5)

  • J A.

    Awesome sushi!!! Great atmosphere. Friendly service, BYOB, free parking.....what else can I say??? I was a little put off by the location but I thought what the heck - I'll try it once! This place is now in my rotation of restaurants.

    (4)

  • Amanda S.

    The sushi is amazing!!!! Sunburst is my favorite roll. I will def be going here again

    (4)

  • Lauren M.

    I've never had the sushi here but I always get the teriyaki chicken and it's always perfectly seasoned and served with yummy steamed veggies. My fiancé has tried their Viking roll as well and he is always pleased with the taste and freshness. I like that the dining area is small and intimate and that it's a byob. It's a cute little place to go to kill off a bottle of wine. Oh, and the staff here has always been nothing but friendly and helpful. Overall it's a nice date night spot!

    (4)

  • Milla G.

    WASABI LOBSTER ROLL! YESSSSSSS! Best anything with the name Wasabi in it that I've ever had. Yum, yum, yum!!! I made it a goal to try every roll there, and while they're all mouthwatering, the wasabi lobster rolls beat it all by a mile in my book. Favorite sushi place in ALL of Philly. Even beats the ridiculously "upscale" ones. Can't wait to come back and get me some more divine raw fishies.

    (5)

  • Brad P.

    I've got to hand it to Makiman for some efficient service. I drink a lot of water with dinner. I might as well be trying to drown my food just to make sure the animal aspects of it won't come back to life and try to do some damage to my internal organs as a last act of vengeance(and I do realize this makes even less sense in the context of seafood but bear with me). Even at my ridiculous water-consumption rate, the server never let the glass get any less than half full. She did an amazing job. The sushi was really delicious and very reasonably priced. Tack this fact onto the fact that it is a BYO and you've got a winning combo. Their rainbow roll is very tasty. The shrimp tempura maki is easily on par with Center City establishments. The Cap'n Crunch roll was...silly. In all honesty, it did not blow me away. The salmon and tuna sushi were rockin'. I tried the green tea tempura ice cream and I've got to say, they overdid the strawberries on top. It was a little overwhelming. On the action-movie-parallel-satisfaction-scale, this establishment is Iron Man.

    (4)

  • Lena C.

    I've visited this restaurant a few time for lunch and dinner. I wouldn't say it's a great restaurant but the sushi is tolerable. Here are my honest thoughts about the pros and cons for tonight's dinner. Pro: 1. The service was pleasant and the staff were friendly. 2. The decor is nice and simple. 3. The Tempura Green Tea Ice Cream was delicious. Cons: 1. The sushi were sub-par in texture and taste. 2. There were two rodent droppings a feet from where I was seated. 3. I left unsatisfied and hungry for something else. Final comments: I only came here for a quick and cozy dinner with my boyfriend but in the end I was completely turned off by my findings and I don't think I would be returning anytime soon unless I was dragged there.

    (1)

  • Justin K.

    If you're looking for good sushi and Korean food in the Northeast you can't go wrong with Makiman. Yes, there are better sushi places in Philly if you're willing to travel and spend a little more, but it's the perfect place if you're in the mood for sushi that's fresh and tasty. Many reviews mention the Captain Crunch roll, which is good, but they have a number of other unique fusion rolls that are tasty too. My personal favorite is the spicy Ex-Girlfriend (they have an Ex-Boyfriend too). I also have to commend their Spider Roll. It's my favorite roll but I'm frequently disappointed when I get it elsewhere. Not Makiman. It's always perfect and the fresh, crisp lettuce (like they use in Korean rice wraps) seals the deal. The staff is genuinely friendly and always polite. Service is quick and fresh and consistent, and when I get takeout my order is always ready by the time I get there. I've never once gotten a bad or sub-par order.

    (4)

  • Jesse T.

    This used to b a great place to get sushi. I dont know if new management is the cause but Makiman has gone down a dirty slope into fishy hell. Service sucks. Food arrived cold. Tuna smelled like dead kittens. Want good sushi? Check out Ooka. Like it Raw? Want to die? Eat dead kitten tuna and say hello to Satan for me.

    (1)

  • Sherry T.

    I came here on Saturday night with a friend because I had a sushi craving. We were seated immediately as it wasn't really busy. The server asked what drinks we wanted, and we both replied water. She came with water that had a lemon wedge in it. I don't really like lemon in my water, as it just tastes like diluted lemonade to me which isn't appealing. I'd prefer it if she'd ask if I would like lemon in my water as opposed to simply giving it to me. Then when we looked over the menu, I was waiting for our waitress to return to take our order but she took at least 10 minutes or more to return. As I said, it wasn't really busy and there were three waitresses working that night, so I didn't see why it took her forever to return. I literally sat there with my menu closed for a while. I couldn't even get any of their attentions, which was a bit annoying. When we finally ordered and our food came out, she didn't check on us about how our food was either. I had the cosmo and exboyfriend roll and my friend had the shrimp tempura roll as well as the chicken teriyaki. I had some of his teriyaki, and to me, it tasted extremely bland. I had a bite and didn't really want anymore. This place didn't really satisfy my craving, but filled me up.

    (3)

  • Yevgeniy D.

    Quality place in North East. Good food, nice interior.

    (4)

  • Tegan M.

    This little sushi restaurant is a gem! It's the perfect size and decorated just right. I will only eat sushi from Makiman, I don't trust any other place. Their fusion rolls are to die for. I love that they make everything in front of you and everyone is always so pleasant. The owner is great, I've even seen him working with the other workers when times got busy. If I had the money, I'd eat here probably a couple times a week. :)

    (5)

  • Ling C.

    It's very expensive compared to Kyoto Sushi Bar. And if I had to choose I would go to Kyoto just because the taste is just as good over there for about 2-3 less the price. I enjoyed my stay at Makiman though. They didn't rush us to leave and the waiters/waitresses were polite. The place is quaint and very small, but very clean. I ordered the Shrimp Tempura Dinner @ 15.95$. The shrimp tempura dinner was all fried onto a plate and had 3 shrimp tempura, 2 pieces fried broccoli , 3 fried sweet potato, and 1-2 fried carrot. I thought it was O.K. just frying of it made it taste good. It also came with brown rice (your choice of brown rice or white), miso soup(which was delicious) and some sort of sour salad(probably lemon). The Tempura sauce was really delicious though. I dipped everything in that sauce, just amazing. I also ordered the Spider roll which didn't taste as amazing as the first time I went ( rather it tasted o.k. not great at all). It was 5 regular sized sushi roll pieces for 9$. Very expensive. The look of both of my meals were very pretty and exquisite, but I think if I go again I would only getting the Miso soup by itself and maybe something other than sushi because of the price for 5 pieces of sushi ranging from $6-12. And also ask for tempura sauce if they allow it.

    (3)

  • Pete L.

    It's been at Five Points for a million years. We mostly get delivery, it's great. Prompt service, fresh fish, good prices.

    (4)

  • Hieu P.

    You know, it's hard to get the great food you find in Center City anywhere else. Philly is a foodlover's dream when it comes to good eats and unique experiences when it comes to your dining, but it obviously dries up outside of downtown. Makiman is a pleasant treat, as one wouldn't expect to find great sushi in the folds of the NEast, but it's there. The sushi is most definitely on par with most of the offerings you would find downtown, and the prices are in line with that as well. What? You think just cause they're located around piddly ol' Five Points they'd be cheap? You pay for quality, my friends, and the sushi is definitely of good ilk in this place. Oh, and the fried ice cream? It's the shit, definitely get that to sate that southern desire for all things fried.

    (4)

  • Maureen M.

    Ordered California, Philadelphia, and Spicy Tuna rolls. Philly and Tuna were really, really good but I've had better Cali rolls. Also would have liked more sesame seeds on the rolls, just personal preference. When I picked up my order I noticed the place was small but cute and clean. Also a fan of their "Do you like it raw?" shirts.

    (4)

  • Stephen C.

    This place is just ok. They have weird name for the sushi and actually some of it taste weird. Like the captain crunch roll. I could not tell you whats in it but I do believe the cereal is in it. Food isn't bad don't get me wrong. You just can get better sushi elsewhere, and I don't mean those places that offer 50% off. Service is good and so is the atmosphere. They don't try to push you out so they can turnover the tables. This place is small though. They offer a all-you-can eat sushi on Mondays. Its about $30 per person. You order off the menu card and its 3 items per round if you want to call it that. Only thing is that everything must be eaten or they charge you $1 per item that is not when you are finished. Give they place a try if you like. It ok, you might like it more than I did. Happy Eating!!

    (3)

  • Lynn G.

    From the health department report..... 36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the kitchen and basement food storage areas. Mouse droppings were observed in the kitchen on the floor along the walls and in the corners and in the basement on the floor along the walls and in the corners. Live roaches were observed on glue boards and floor along the walls and in the corners in the kitchen. read the whole report phila.gov/health/Environ…

    (2)

  • Fan L.

    So we went for the all you can eat, which really is a misnomer. They will only bring out 3 orders at a time (so if you're getting nigiri, that's 6 pieces), and we waited anywhere from 45min to an hour for each order to come out. In all, we were there from 5:30 to 9, and had 3 orders of sushi each, some oversalted and extremely fatty galbi, and the free dessert. Service overall was pretty poor - we had to continually flag down the waitress to bring more tea and ginger, and water was never refilled. Apparently the waitress and sushi chef were too busy chatting to run a halfway decent restaurant. As far as the actual food goes, it's decent but not the freshest. You get what you pay for I guess. The only way this place becomes manageable is if you treat it as a place to drink, with the option for mediocre sushi.

    (1)

  • Yong H.

    Don't get the "all you can eat" unless you plan on staying here until closing time because they take 1 hour in between your orders. Also there's a list of rules to this "buffet" including charging you 1 dollar for every piece of rice or sushi you leave, restricting you to 1 order of salt-saturated kalbi, and 3 orders(6 pieces of sushi total, or 3 rolls) at a time. As for the quality of the sushi, its decent for philly standards but by no means is it impressive. Pro tip: complain bitterly about the service and you might get a free dessert out of it :)

    (2)

  • Christine A.

    Walked in and smelled that "ewwww-fish" scent. Granted, this is a sushi place. But you shouldn't be smelling fish when you walk in. This was the first strike. A few other tables were seated and orders taken before we even got water. We waited close to 15 minutes just for the water. And then once we got our water, it took awhile for them to come by for our order. By that time, a few other orders were taken, and it took awhile for our order to be made. Strike TWO. The food quality was meh. We ordered 6 rolls. - Sunburst: our favorite. VERY Good. - Shrimp Tempura maki - good. - Eagle: meh. - Valentine: very nice presentation. kinda dry. - Blind date: not a date I'd write home about. I can't remember what the last roll was. nothing special about it. We didn't order dessert. For the two of us, the cost was $60 with tip. We were full, but we didn't enjoy the experience. Why the two stars? Because I liked the interior and the menu. And they did have nice presentation. We were hoping to find more redeeming traits for this sushi digs close to home. Alas, after much thought, the consensus is that we'd rather drive up to Shogun on Street Rd than come back here again.

    (2)

  • Jen R.

    We were looking for a restaurant close to home that we haven't tried and came upon Makiman Sushi. Thanks to the yelpers who gave it good reviews we chose to give it a try. Our fellow yelpers didn't let us down. Makiman is very small (about 12 tables total) but has great food and service. Steve had the chicken teriyaki which came in a sizzling plate with vegetables and a plate of white rice on the side. I went for the 3 roll combo meal (I don't remember what it was called) and picked the California rolls, the Spicy tuna rolls and left the third choice to our waitress. It ended up being Eel. Steve thought I was crazy for letting her pick but actually really enjoyed the eel rolls.

    (4)

  • Rose V.

    I've been living in Foxchase for 10-11 years now and never step foot into Makiman sushi until last saturday. I heard good things about it but always passed by this place. Good sushi, service was catering, place is cozzy and cute, location is okay (they do have parking so thats good), and prices are affordable. I got the sixers roll which was awesome, my girlfriend and I split 5 rolls, she had a ginger salad and I had a miso so which all came up to $56. Pretty cheap! I totally reccommend this place. I will be coming to this place more often now that I have finally tried it AND it down the street from my house! Can't beat that :)

    (5)

  • Mandy H.

    Went here with a group of coworkers to celebrate my birthday on Thursday for lunch. This was my first time here and from the outside of the building I wasn't expecting much. However, inside turned out to be really nice. We had a group of 6 and pretty much everybody ordered the bento boxes. I had the teriyaki chicken which came with rice, two california rolls, cooked carrots, edamame, and broccoli (my favs), a salad with ginger dressing, two pork dumplings and two other dumplings, and a pretty little flower. There was definitely too much food for me to eat, but it was so pretty and presented so well that I had to take a picture. I also tried the tempura vegetables from someone else's bento box and they were also really tasty. I would definitely come back to Makiman. It's one of the more fancy restaurants in the area and it's refreshing not to have to stick with pizza, cheesesteaks, and chinese food as majority of nearby lunch options.

    (5)

  • Tiana C.

    Thank goodness this is one of the best sushi places I've ever tried because it's about a stone's throw from where I live! (read: I eat here often enough to go broke) Their seaweed salad is great. Their salmon skin salad is even better. Edamame is a standard. I'm not a big fan of miso soup so I won't tell you their's isn't good. The cap'n crunch roll is always in my order. So good. Trust the reviews. This last time I got a sixers roll (shrimp tempura/spicy tuna) and it was love. As is the shrimp tempura roll, caterpillar, and the spider. I mostly get takeout so I can't comment on service but the staff seems friendly. My only complaint is it's $$$. A given for sushi, I guess. The one thing I think is silly is these crazy ONE POINT coupons they give. I end up tossing mine and never being able to save up the 40 points or whatever you need for whatever the prize is. Hey, Makiman, offer something better for those who love you!

    (4)

  • Cccc B.

    Tried Makiman last night, and I've found my new favorite sushi spot! We decided to drop in on Valentine's night and literally every table in the place was reserved. Luckily there were 2 seats open at the sushi bar. Although the place is small, I was impressed that so many people had made reservations. During the hour we were there, at least 10 people came to pick up take out orders. To me, these things are signs of a solid restaurant with loyal customers. We decided not to do the all you can eat sushi because it was kind of expensive ($27pp) and not worth it for me who only eats three rolls usually. As many Yelpers suggested, we tried the Captain Crunch Roll... soo happy we did. It was AWESOME. Totally different and delicious flavor. All of our rolls were fresh, well made, and tasty. I couldn't have been happier. My husband got the tempura, which was kind of greasy for my liking. Although the place was really busy, our servers were attentive. My only complaint is that I ordered the tuna/avacado roll ($6) and they gave me the tuna on tuna roll ($12), but I didn't complain. In fact, the tuna on tuna was so good that I'm kind of glad they made the mistake since I wouldn't have ordered it otherwise. Overall, I had an awesome meal and cannot wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Ali R.

    Oh Makiman, words cannot express how much I love this place. I've been coming here for years with my family and we cannot get enough of it. Their fish is super fresh and crazy good. Some of my favorites: Seaweed salad with salmon skin- always fresh and the crunch of the salmon skin .. drooool Sixers roll- If you're a tuna lover, this is your roll Caterpillar roll- My "go to" when I'm in the mood for some eel & avocado. Fried green tea ice cream- need I say more? They also have a option called "Choose your own" and you get to pick 3 rolls, salad, and miso soup for $17. Awesome deal! The hweduhbbab is a little small, for people who want the spicy rice with sashimi. This place is BYOB, so if you want to drink, bring it and they'll give you a bucket of ice and glasses for ya. It's also a small place, so if you plan on bringing a big group, be sure to make reservations. LOVE LOVE LOVE! And now they have a place in Center City! WHOO!

    (5)

  • David G.

    Love Maki. Right by my work and I have delivery frequently. Very consistent. I usually order My Choice Sushi Lunch which is a great deal. I always compliment with Captain Crunch Roll. A MUST!! Their prices are reasonable, and fish always fresh. Inside dining is clean and pleasant! Great neighborhood spot!

    (4)

  • Annette L.

    I used to work near here which is the only reason I discovered it. I LOVE their all u can eat Sushi night on Monday night. I am not a sushi all u can eat fan because it usually lacks quality until I came here. It is 30 dollars all u can eat which is a little much but the quality is great and they give a lot of fish in comparison to the rice. I can pack it in when I want to. They make it to order. It is a hike to get there from Philly as it is in the NE but I think its worth it.

    (4)

  • Aria M.

    Probably my favorite place to go for sushi (besides Morimoto's, but who can afford that!) I have been going here since it opened and have never been dissapointed. The owner Kim is a sweetheart, and remembers me even when its been months between visits, I love the atmosphere and the service. I would say more but I am leaving to go out to eat there as we speak! I Love Makiman!!!!

    (5)

  • Erin B.

    My favorite sushi restaurant in Philly! :D I've tried many sushi restaurants and Makiman is hands down the best I've been to. When it comes to sushi, I'm very anal about the rice/fish ratio, as well as the quality of fish (note: I love me some raw fishes). Nothing piss me off more than getting a roll with ton of rice and a pathetic amount of fish. But for Makiman, every maki and roll is packed with the freshest ingredients and you can definitely tell where'd every penny went to. The decor of this place isn't very exciting but it's definitely clean and cozy! My typical order would be Tuna Nachos for appetizer (amazing) and Pete's roll - if you've never tried white tuna, this is a must! Recently I've tried their Tuna-on-Tuna roll - the combination of fresh tuna and avocado is simply delicious, I died. It was so good that I wish I didn't have to share it with my friend. However, I took off one one star because their desserts are a let down. I've ordered fried ice cream on different occasions and they always came out mushy and not so fresh, as if they've made it for hours and just let it sit in the freezer. Not to mention the green tea ice cream they used taste like soap...so not worth the money you're paying for. The mochi ice cream is good, but I'm quite certain they're purchased from the Asian super markets because I used to buy them too but now they're becoming harder to find in the freezer isle. Overall, I really like Makiman and I'll continue to go there for my sushi cravings! The one located in center city is equally good too!

    (4)

  • Chris G.

    I order from here often only because it's really the only sushi place in my area. Their sushi is nothing more than average. I've ordered yellowtail, spicy salmon and tuna rolls, and the spider roll - I was not a fan of either, the freshness just wasn't there. On a more positive note, their captain crunch roll is phenomenal! It's the only thing I am willing to order on a consistent basis from them.

    (2)

  • Jennifer T.

    Such an unexpected gem in the midst of the NE Philly jumble!! Be careful, this place is easy to miss! The restaurant is small but cute and has a modern and young feel to it. Sushi is moderately priced and they have some of the best sushi I've had in Philly. Lots of variety in rolls and apps...salmon skin seaweed salad is a MUST. It's also BYOB which is always great ;-).

    (4)

  • Carla H.

    My review here is based solely on takeout. I was not impressed. My rolls were sooooo small. It seemed like they tried their hardest to fit three rolls in one takeout container instead of making them normal size an putting them in a couple containers. Three rolls coast me roughly $20.00 and I was left starving because they were sooo small. nothing special either...maybe i should try eating in, take out was a bust.

    (3)

  • Heather S.

    After hearing about this place for a year or so I finally had the chance to check it out. I went with 3 friends. We all got something different and we were all quite happy with our meals. 2 of the 3 friends I dined with have been here before so I knew I was in for a treat. Sure the place is small, but it's not an uncomfortable small. The metal chopsticks are better suited for those who are comfortable using them, although they do have 3 lines on them, which do help for better gripping. At least they do have wooden chopsticks as another option for customers! My meal was delicious, from the salad to the specialty rolls! I love the ginger dressing they use and the more, the better! The miso soup was great, full of flavor and not salty at all. The rolls were so great! I got a spicy Tuna, Avocado/Cucumber, Salmon/Avocado and as a treat I wanted to try the Tuna on Tuna. The rice on all the rolls were so tightly packed & the fish was so fresh. The Tuna on Tuna was wonderful. The tuna just melted in your mouth! It was like BUTTAH! I love my sushi, but I did notice a lot of other interesting things on tables around me! The tempura looked wonderful! I had a lovely experience here and will most definitely be back. I made sure that I grabbed a menu for delivery as well (hoping they deliver far enough!).

    (5)

  • Helene L.

    What a pleasant surprise to find this outstanding Japanese restaurant in the middle of what seems like the land of fast food joints up in the NE. Having had sashimi in Japan and all over the U.S., I can say with confidence that Makiman offers quality for a fraction of what you could expect to pay if it were located anywhere else. We had the sashimi special and the fish was fresh and the portions bigger than one could expect for the price. Makiman will become my go to Japanese restaurant in Philadelphia.

    (4)

  • Ian M.

    Best Sushi in the North East. Service is fast and friendly. Try the spicy pork Maki Man Burrito for an appetizer and the Sushi Regular for dinner. If you like rolls I recommend the spicy tuna and sixers. BYOB

    (5)

  • Josh K.

    I was never a huge sushi fan. It kind of goes back to when I was six and had some salmon and then...yada, yada, yada...I don't eat any seafood except for tuna fish from a can for the next 15 years. Peer pressure from several directions got me past the whole raw fish gross out thing and now I actually enjoy sushi. It's not often my first choice and I'm not usually the one to recommend getting it, but I'll go along and I'll happily eat my crunchy spicy tuna rolls or try some eel rolls because I'm adventurous like that. Makiman is the exception. I will suggest going there. Often. And now that they've got All You Can Eat on Mondays - rules and restrictions apply, inquire within - it's even better than before. On my most recent visit, I started off with my standby spicy tuna roll, with spicy tuna and avocado, and one more risky (for me) roll: the Cap N Crunch. This tempura roll has shrimp, which isn't my favorite, but it was outstanding. In fact, we finished the night with another one because it was so good. Also tried the Tropical (mango), Korean (kimchi), Tiger (white tuna) and Oshinko (pickled radish...interestingly good). The staff is nice and the service is good. Our waiter couldn't remember some of the ingredients in one of the rolls so he finished the description off with "meow, meow, meow" and went to find out. When you're ordering the All You Can Eat, make sure you're hungry or ordering the more expensive rolls. At $28/person, it would be easy to not get your money's worth. And when you're done at Makiman, head across the parking lot to Custard's Last Stand.

    (4)

  • Helen D.

    Makiman Sushi is the ONLY PLACE to go for sushi/japanese food. They are hands down the BEST sushi place in all of PHILADLEPHIA. Their fish is always fresh & tasty - they even smoke their own salmon! The Cap'nCrunch roll rocks - when we go there we just order a bunch of those before placing our "real" order. They have a HUGE menu so i f you are not into sushi you have lots of other choices. SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT - they have this fried ice cream dessert which is ridiculous. It would be worth it to just go there for this!

    (5)

  • Arseny R.

    The place used to be better, last couple of times it has gotten worse. Ikea furniture is not the most comfortable thing invented for restaurants, metal chopsticks are hip, but don't do a good job delivering food into my mouth (had to ask for wooden ones). They do not seem to have a professional sushi chef there, but their rolls are great. If you are looking for some flavorful creations, the place is for you. If you are looking for classic Japanese fare, there are better spots within 10 minute drive. The prices do not reflect the quality, you are paying there more for the oomph, not for the food.

    (3)

  • Jessica H.

    I went here last night to meet a friend who lists this restaurant in her "to go to" sushi places. The menu looked extensive and the prices looked great. We started dinner with salad and miso (both of which were included in the boat that we ordered). The salad is the typical sushi house salad with the citrus dressing that there is always too much of. The miso, while very cloudy and beige in appearance, was very flavorful. The boat came out and was stuffed with food. We ended up getting the part boat 1 with a sashimi deluxe and an eagles roll. As I started eating a little bit of disappointment started creeping in. The tuna was fatty (and not in a good fatty tuna way) and everything had skin on it, even the salmon. The rolls were huge and unique and you definitely got a lot for your money. The finale of the evening was 3-4 star worthy and that was the green tea tempura ice cream. I was expecting like chi-chis fried ice cream but this was so much better. Thick tempura layer with yummy melty ice cream and strawberries - oooh I could honestly go back just for that. So to recap - not the best sushi ever, rolls were fair to good, but ice cream was awesome.

    (2)

  • David C.

    I love this place, usually drove by there and thought to myself... "eh it's too tiny to be ANY good at all... in a sort of shady neighborhood". I love the decor of the place, it's very spacious with lots of seating for being a small place. Also really enjoyed the food and the wait staff was excellent. It's a great place to bring friends when you don't know where to eat, which is what I did. :)

    (4)

  • Felicia C.

    The sashimi was delicious and fresh and tender. I had a really unique dish called Bi Bum Bip or something like that! It featured six kinds of vegetables, really tender shredded beef, and a fried egg on top. You combine it with white rice and Sriracha sauce. It was very different from anything I've had in other Japanese restaurants, and I appreciate when a restaurant offers something new or atypical. The waitress was very, very nice. The presentation of the food was awesome too. My boyfriend had a sushi "party boat" that came in a very large boat-shaped vessel. I don't know why anyone would complain about the prices, unless they have never eaten in a Japanese restaurant before. Japanese restaurants, especially when you order sushi, are always more expensive than say, an American chain restaurant. I thought the prices here were fine. Also, the restaurant is small, but it feels cozy and private, rather than cramped. All in all, it was a pleasant meal!!

    (5)

  • Jaime K.

    I signed up for this website specifically to rave about this restaurant! By far, the best sushi restaurant in the city of Philadelphia. The quality of the ingredients is high, the menu offers a variety of options (as many cooked choices as raw), the service is great and the atmosphere is wonderful. The value is unbelievable; I usually order 2 large rolls and an avocado salad which comes to about $25. We all know that would run about $40 in Center City. Plus its a BYOB! P.S. They do have access to the parking lot attached, but its limited. Carpool and you won't have any problem :-)

    (5)

  • Pamela V.

    I've had lots and lots of sushi and I have to say that this is one of the top places Ive been too. The asian waiters actually understand you too! The food is great and extremely fresh. The presentation of the food is nice as well!

    (5)

  • Kim Hung E.

    Last night, I decided to look up a sushi restaurant that I have not tried before that was in the area. I came upon this restaurant that was conveniently close to the bank I always go to. That bank is another story though for another time and place. (I don't know why I go there though since I could go to other ones closer to my home.) I read a lot of reviews about this place being awesome, so I figured, why not give this place a shot, right? To start off, the service was extremely pleasant. I will give them that. The place seemed a little bit small. It's nice and cozy for a late dinner or a nice lunch with a few friends. I like the fact that they were a BYOB place too. Though, if you are considering going to this place with 7 or more people, I would consider calling them first to make sure they are not crowded because this place doesn't seem to be able to hold more than 20 people comfortably. For the food, their rolls were very unique, and they even have some Korean dishes in the menu too. I was not very fond of their sushi. The sushi was perfect in size, but sub-par in taste and texture. I would not recommend getting anything unagi related unless you pay extra for more unagi because it tasted more like rice and cucumbers in if you wanted to aim for a south beach diet. Their Sixer's roll seemed okay though. Nothing really to brag about. It may have been just the wrong time to go, but I don't think I would go there again, unless I get dragged to there by someone who wanted both Wendy's and Sushi since they use the same parking lot almost. Unfortunately, there isn't really any other place to compare sushi to in this area. I guess if you prefer not to go to Olde City and try one of those restaurants or even venture to jersey or even to Norristown for sushi, you can stop by this place. (I say this place has a monopoly in ratings, from my point of view.) For myself, I would rather drive the extra 30 minutes to a downtown spot like Misso (which has these fish ball things that taste delicious it's like fishball tenpura madness) or EVEN Zento (yee olde city) or Sagami in NJ which is a hike, I know, but would definitely be worth your travels.

    (2)

  • Shay Ron F.

    I LOVE Makiman. Some of the best sushi I have ever had, and that's really surprising, considering it's in NE Philly. Haven't had anything bad here. I highly recommend the Capt 'n' Crunch roll and the Spider roll, and my absolute fave, the spicy salmon. Tempura is delicious, soup is great and green tea ice cream for dessert-bangin. Plus, the place is BYOB, and has all you can eat Mondays. Awesome awesome place.

    (5)

  • Mary M.

    I really like their rolls. I had the Spider (soft shell crab) and one that had tropical fruit. Both were really delicious. My server was very sweet. My only criticism would be the ventalation was not very good. My eyes were burning by the time I left the restaurant. If you like sushi you should check it out.

    (3)

  • Beth Ann S.

    My husband and I had a great time! Our waiter took the time to explain everything to us and was so much fun! My husband likes spicy stuff and crunchy so whatever he ordered he added spicy and crunchy. Then when it wasn't spicy enough for him the waiter suggested these sauces and brought them out and that made my husband very happy. We will be back and hopefully get the same waiter. He was so nice and I understood everything he was saying! Oh and the tempura ice cream was amazing!!! The best dessert I have ever had!

    (5)

  • Ann B.

    One of my co-workers brought sushi into work today & it got me craving some California rolls & Kani. For hours I sat there thinking about dinner counting down to quitting time. Since I moved here a couple months ago & haven't had the chance to get to a sushi resturant because the hubby won't eat it I didn't know where to go. I saw this place in passing & decided to give it a shot. The waitress was very pleasant & helpful & put my order in quickly. There were no customers in the whole place which should have given me the heads up but I gave it a shot anyways. The food came out quickly (not a suprise since I was the only 1 there) and I took the food home to enjoy. I was pretty disappointed with the food. For some reason it just didn't taste very good. This was probably some of the most tasteless sushi I have ever had & I am now sitting here questioning how fresh it was. It didn't smell funny but it didn't taste like sushi I have had in the past. The only reason I gave this 3 stars was for the service or it would have gotten 1 star. Major disappointment sorry

    (3)

  • Pam M.

    I have been going to Makiman for about 8 years. It is always great! Some of my favs are the TO no mo! roll which has another name now that T. Owens is not with the eagles.But the service is good, the place is clean and the food is delish!!! The cap n crunch is wonderful, and my kids go crazy for the eel. I never have been disappointed.

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    The best sushi I've ever had...the spicy tuna is awesome! I love the tempura crunch they add to it.

    (4)

  • Jason Z.

    I love Makiman Sushi! It's great that such a great sushi restaurant exists in Northeast Philadelphia. The atmosphere is great for a nice quiet night out. They also have takeout and their delivery is super fast. I think it takes them longer to drive to my house than it does to make the sushi. The Capt n' Crunch roll is out of this world. I highly recommend it!

    (4)

  • ALynn D.

    One of the BEST Sushi places!!! The place is simple and clean, the staff is friendly. We have never had anything here we didn't like. They always refill our water, they always bring food as quickly as possible. No complaints :) Give it a try. oh and BYOB!!!

    (5)

  • Tom C.

    I thought I'd step in and have lunch since in all honesty I hadn't been in for some time when I wrote my review. This place a stillllllllllllllll ROCKS!

    (4)

  • jenn f.

    So good!!! Sushi is super fresh and the staff is very friendly. The menu is very large and inexpensive. My boy and I go in, order the Makiman create your own, which is your choice of 3 types of rolls, soup and salad, we also order 2 other rolls from there specialty roll section, and seaweed salad, all for under $50 including tip. The one bad thing about this place is that it gets a bit noisy at times. We always leave there super satisfied and looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended and super yummy!

    (4)

  • Lauren G.

    definitely the best sushi in the northeast, which usually wouldnt be that big of a compliment since the competition isnt exactly fierce, but even if it was this place could hold its own. Its small but comfy and there is always a phillies game on in the corner so you can peek at the tv if you are bored with your date or probably not even notice that its on at all if you arent ;) Also, the people watching aspect of five points is great, dont let this deter you, but there is a Wendys that shares a parking lot and their sign is outside the Makiman, each time I am there I have seen confused fast food seekers come in and ask the asian men slicing octopus behind a glass window "Is this a Wendy's?" HAHAHA, ahh the laughs are worth the (reasonable) price of admission. The rock shrimp appetizer is small but worth ordering, and the non sushi menu items are surprisingly delicious. Its a BYO so thats a plus in my book and the service is always GREAT which isnt common. The sushi is fresh and delicious. Dont skip dessert, the fried ice cream is the kind of dish where you wonder if anyone would notice you licking the plate before you left ;)

    (4)

  • Y M.

    I like sushi and I like good service and I get that here. I have nothing bad to say about this place. Its cute and small and personal with great service....come on lets go here again

    (4)

  • Jasmine B.

    Great Maki, nice lil sushi spot, nice enough to dine in and eat and very affordable prices. I love Makiman Sushi

    (5)

  • Jessica G.

    I love Makiman for so many reasons! The BYOB is fabulous....I've eaten here with beer, wine, and sake! The sushi is absolutely fabulous; there is a wide selection of sashimi as well as rolls. They even have teryaki plates for those who may not be in the mood for sushi. The prices are totally reasonable and the service is great. It's a small restaurant but I've never waited and I've been there on some of the busiest nights! Takeout is great too for nights you just don't feel like getting out of your PJ's!

    (5)

  • Eric L.

    Def go to Makiman if you're in north east philadelphia. No other sushi place could beat this place!

    (5)

  • Sara R.

    we go almost once a week. fantastic food and service

    (4)

  • I. S.

    This place has the best sushi in Philly. Definately the BEST in NE Philly. I love the almond chicken, avacado salad, shumai, and the cap n crunch rolls. Those rolls are the best. Shrimp tempura is great too. The prices are reasonable and the quality is excellent. I highly recommend this place. Driving by you wouldn't think anything of it but once you are inside, you feel as though you are in one of the "trendy" restaurants in Olde City. The only difference is, you still have some money in your pocket after dinner is done to enjoy the rest of your night!

    (5)

  • Tyneisha M.

    Just okay. While my coworkers raved to me about this place a few days ago, I was not super impressed. I came in today and ordered take out for lunch. Since I wasn't sure if I would like their version of chicken tempura rolls I only ordered one roll which was 5pcs. It was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and I did not like the cucumbers/veggie mix they had within the roll, I do not like cucumbers. The portion was a bit small also for almost $9. It was nice they had parking however and the staff was kind. Pretty sure I won't go back.

    (3)

  • Ashley S.

    Best sushi in the northeast!! Ex girlfriend roll is a definite as well as the tuna nachos for an app. BYOB

    (4)

  • Ada L.

    This will probably be my go-to sushi spot in Northeast Philly. It's convenient, the food's okay, and the fish seems pretty fresh. Of the two times I've been here, I noticed they have way more take-out orders than they do dine-ins. So even if you walk in and it looks empty, notice how the kitchen and sushi bar are constantly churning out to-go orders, meaning high turnover rate on the fish. //Food\\ The first time I tried this place, I didn't expect much. I was pleasantly surprised that their menu has some interesting rolls, and they served fresh tasting fish. They give nice thick slices of sashimi, which is about $1-$1.50 more than the nigiri sushi, depending on the fish. The place is Korean-run, so they also have some Korean menu items, but I haven't tried those. Also can't comment on kitchen items since I only ordered sushi. The rolls are mostly just okay. Nothing amazing. They also need to give more consideration to mouth texture. Like the Raw Viking, it's a big roll, so the texture is very noticeable. It's spicy tuna and avocado inside with salmon and tobiko on the outside with nothing to give it body or crunch, so it just chews like a giant roll of mush. A few of their rolls had this texture problem. //Space\\ I noticed this place years before I ever tried it. I was always curious but never tried it because I just judged the food based on the outside. It's on a small, unattractive lot with an inconspicuous exterior and next to a Wendy's. So if you've seen this place on passing and thought the same, try going inside. It's a nice surprise. You walk in, go up the steps, enter through another door and first see the sushi bar, then you turn right to the dining area and all of a sudden it's this charming blond timber dining area with a window. It's a totally different feel from the stark grimness of the outside lot. They could wipe off the soy sauce from some of the walls and switch some of the photos that came in the frames for actual photos/prints, but that would just be a bonus. Overall it's small, but you still have the option of sitting at the bar or at a table. //Service\\ Service was okay. I think maybe we got a shy waitress. Overall, no one was overtly friendly, but they weren't rude either. They did their job, made sure our orders were right. If you live in the Northeast, I definitely think you should give it a try, whether it's takeout or dine-in.

    (3)

  • Peter F.

    If you know me, then you must be well aware that I love sushi joints. My friends and I took a random trip down to Philly for lunch since we were in the area and we stopped by Makiman mainly because Yelp was saying that it was a decent place. We walk in and the place is kinda small. Sushi bar in the front of the place but then it opens up to a decent-sized dining room all decked out in traditional Japanese decor. It's a pretty overall cozy vibe though. I get the Lunch Sushi Deluxe Special (I'm a poor college kid so anything that says "special" is gonna catch my eye) and it was pretty good! It was an assortment of California rolls with 8 pieces of nigiri. Some of the nigiri was pretty chewy, but apart from that it was actually really good! Very fresh, cut precisely, and slightly melt-in-your-mouth. Oh and the best part? It's BYOB. Conveniently enough my friend was carrying a giant bottle of wine when we found and she promptly slammed it on the table demanding wine glasses.

    (4)

  • Erin B.

    My favorite sushi restaurant in Philly! :D I've tried many sushi restaurants and Makiman is hands down the best I've been to. When it comes to sushi, I'm very anal about the rice/fish ratio, as well as the quality of fish (note: I love me some raw fishes). Nothing piss me off more than getting a roll with ton of rice and a pathetic amount of fish. But for Makiman, every maki and roll is packed with the freshest ingredients and you can definitely tell where'd every penny went to. The decor of this place isn't very exciting but it's definitely clean and cozy! My typical order would be Tuna Nachos for appetizer (amazing) and Pete's roll - if you've never tried white tuna, this is a must! Recently I've tried their Tuna-on-Tuna roll - the combination of fresh tuna and avocado is simply delicious, I died. It was so good that I wish I didn't have to share it with my friend. However, I took off one one star because their desserts are a let down. I've ordered fried ice cream on different occasions and they always came out mushy and not so fresh, as if they've made it for hours and just let it sit in the freezer. Not to mention the green tea ice cream they used taste like soap...so not worth the money you're paying for. The mochi ice cream is good, but I'm quite certain they're purchased from the Asian super markets because I used to buy them too but now they're becoming harder to find in the freezer isle. Overall, I really like Makiman and I'll continue to go there for my sushi cravings! The one located in center city is equally good too!

    (4)

  • Chris G.

    I order from here often only because it's really the only sushi place in my area. Their sushi is nothing more than average. I've ordered yellowtail, spicy salmon and tuna rolls, and the spider roll - I was not a fan of either, the freshness just wasn't there. On a more positive note, their captain crunch roll is phenomenal! It's the only thing I am willing to order on a consistent basis from them.

    (2)

  • Jennifer T.

    Such an unexpected gem in the midst of the NE Philly jumble!! Be careful, this place is easy to miss! The restaurant is small but cute and has a modern and young feel to it. Sushi is moderately priced and they have some of the best sushi I've had in Philly. Lots of variety in rolls and apps...salmon skin seaweed salad is a MUST. It's also BYOB which is always great ;-).

    (4)

  • Carla H.

    My review here is based solely on takeout. I was not impressed. My rolls were sooooo small. It seemed like they tried their hardest to fit three rolls in one takeout container instead of making them normal size an putting them in a couple containers. Three rolls coast me roughly $20.00 and I was left starving because they were sooo small. nothing special either...maybe i should try eating in, take out was a bust.

    (3)

  • Heather S.

    After hearing about this place for a year or so I finally had the chance to check it out. I went with 3 friends. We all got something different and we were all quite happy with our meals. 2 of the 3 friends I dined with have been here before so I knew I was in for a treat. Sure the place is small, but it's not an uncomfortable small. The metal chopsticks are better suited for those who are comfortable using them, although they do have 3 lines on them, which do help for better gripping. At least they do have wooden chopsticks as another option for customers! My meal was delicious, from the salad to the specialty rolls! I love the ginger dressing they use and the more, the better! The miso soup was great, full of flavor and not salty at all. The rolls were so great! I got a spicy Tuna, Avocado/Cucumber, Salmon/Avocado and as a treat I wanted to try the Tuna on Tuna. The rice on all the rolls were so tightly packed & the fish was so fresh. The Tuna on Tuna was wonderful. The tuna just melted in your mouth! It was like BUTTAH! I love my sushi, but I did notice a lot of other interesting things on tables around me! The tempura looked wonderful! I had a lovely experience here and will most definitely be back. I made sure that I grabbed a menu for delivery as well (hoping they deliver far enough!).

    (5)

  • Helene L.

    What a pleasant surprise to find this outstanding Japanese restaurant in the middle of what seems like the land of fast food joints up in the NE. Having had sashimi in Japan and all over the U.S., I can say with confidence that Makiman offers quality for a fraction of what you could expect to pay if it were located anywhere else. We had the sashimi special and the fish was fresh and the portions bigger than one could expect for the price. Makiman will become my go to Japanese restaurant in Philadelphia.

    (4)

  • Ian M.

    Best Sushi in the North East. Service is fast and friendly. Try the spicy pork Maki Man Burrito for an appetizer and the Sushi Regular for dinner. If you like rolls I recommend the spicy tuna and sixers. BYOB

    (5)

  • Josh K.

    I was never a huge sushi fan. It kind of goes back to when I was six and had some salmon and then...yada, yada, yada...I don't eat any seafood except for tuna fish from a can for the next 15 years. Peer pressure from several directions got me past the whole raw fish gross out thing and now I actually enjoy sushi. It's not often my first choice and I'm not usually the one to recommend getting it, but I'll go along and I'll happily eat my crunchy spicy tuna rolls or try some eel rolls because I'm adventurous like that. Makiman is the exception. I will suggest going there. Often. And now that they've got All You Can Eat on Mondays - rules and restrictions apply, inquire within - it's even better than before. On my most recent visit, I started off with my standby spicy tuna roll, with spicy tuna and avocado, and one more risky (for me) roll: the Cap N Crunch. This tempura roll has shrimp, which isn't my favorite, but it was outstanding. In fact, we finished the night with another one because it was so good. Also tried the Tropical (mango), Korean (kimchi), Tiger (white tuna) and Oshinko (pickled radish...interestingly good). The staff is nice and the service is good. Our waiter couldn't remember some of the ingredients in one of the rolls so he finished the description off with "meow, meow, meow" and went to find out. When you're ordering the All You Can Eat, make sure you're hungry or ordering the more expensive rolls. At $28/person, it would be easy to not get your money's worth. And when you're done at Makiman, head across the parking lot to Custard's Last Stand.

    (4)

  • Mary M.

    I really like their rolls. I had the Spider (soft shell crab) and one that had tropical fruit. Both were really delicious. My server was very sweet. My only criticism would be the ventalation was not very good. My eyes were burning by the time I left the restaurant. If you like sushi you should check it out.

    (3)

  • Beth Ann S.

    My husband and I had a great time! Our waiter took the time to explain everything to us and was so much fun! My husband likes spicy stuff and crunchy so whatever he ordered he added spicy and crunchy. Then when it wasn't spicy enough for him the waiter suggested these sauces and brought them out and that made my husband very happy. We will be back and hopefully get the same waiter. He was so nice and I understood everything he was saying! Oh and the tempura ice cream was amazing!!! The best dessert I have ever had!

    (5)

  • David G.

    Love Maki. Right by my work and I have delivery frequently. Very consistent. I usually order My Choice Sushi Lunch which is a great deal. I always compliment with Captain Crunch Roll. A MUST!! Their prices are reasonable, and fish always fresh. Inside dining is clean and pleasant! Great neighborhood spot!

    (4)

  • Ann B.

    One of my co-workers brought sushi into work today & it got me craving some California rolls & Kani. For hours I sat there thinking about dinner counting down to quitting time. Since I moved here a couple months ago & haven't had the chance to get to a sushi resturant because the hubby won't eat it I didn't know where to go. I saw this place in passing & decided to give it a shot. The waitress was very pleasant & helpful & put my order in quickly. There were no customers in the whole place which should have given me the heads up but I gave it a shot anyways. The food came out quickly (not a suprise since I was the only 1 there) and I took the food home to enjoy. I was pretty disappointed with the food. For some reason it just didn't taste very good. This was probably some of the most tasteless sushi I have ever had & I am now sitting here questioning how fresh it was. It didn't smell funny but it didn't taste like sushi I have had in the past. The only reason I gave this 3 stars was for the service or it would have gotten 1 star. Major disappointment sorry

    (3)

  • Pam M.

    I have been going to Makiman for about 8 years. It is always great! Some of my favs are the TO no mo! roll which has another name now that T. Owens is not with the eagles.But the service is good, the place is clean and the food is delish!!! The cap n crunch is wonderful, and my kids go crazy for the eel. I never have been disappointed.

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    The best sushi I've ever had...the spicy tuna is awesome! I love the tempura crunch they add to it.

    (4)

  • Jason Z.

    I love Makiman Sushi! It's great that such a great sushi restaurant exists in Northeast Philadelphia. The atmosphere is great for a nice quiet night out. They also have takeout and their delivery is super fast. I think it takes them longer to drive to my house than it does to make the sushi. The Capt n' Crunch roll is out of this world. I highly recommend it!

    (4)

  • ALynn D.

    One of the BEST Sushi places!!! The place is simple and clean, the staff is friendly. We have never had anything here we didn't like. They always refill our water, they always bring food as quickly as possible. No complaints :) Give it a try. oh and BYOB!!!

    (5)

  • Tom C.

    I thought I'd step in and have lunch since in all honesty I hadn't been in for some time when I wrote my review. This place a stillllllllllllllll ROCKS!

    (4)

  • jenn f.

    So good!!! Sushi is super fresh and the staff is very friendly. The menu is very large and inexpensive. My boy and I go in, order the Makiman create your own, which is your choice of 3 types of rolls, soup and salad, we also order 2 other rolls from there specialty roll section, and seaweed salad, all for under $50 including tip. The one bad thing about this place is that it gets a bit noisy at times. We always leave there super satisfied and looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommended and super yummy!

    (4)

  • Annette L.

    I used to work near here which is the only reason I discovered it. I LOVE their all u can eat Sushi night on Monday night. I am not a sushi all u can eat fan because it usually lacks quality until I came here. It is 30 dollars all u can eat which is a little much but the quality is great and they give a lot of fish in comparison to the rice. I can pack it in when I want to. They make it to order. It is a hike to get there from Philly as it is in the NE but I think its worth it.

    (4)

  • Aria M.

    Probably my favorite place to go for sushi (besides Morimoto's, but who can afford that!) I have been going here since it opened and have never been dissapointed. The owner Kim is a sweetheart, and remembers me even when its been months between visits, I love the atmosphere and the service. I would say more but I am leaving to go out to eat there as we speak! I Love Makiman!!!!

    (5)

  • Lauren G.

    definitely the best sushi in the northeast, which usually wouldnt be that big of a compliment since the competition isnt exactly fierce, but even if it was this place could hold its own. Its small but comfy and there is always a phillies game on in the corner so you can peek at the tv if you are bored with your date or probably not even notice that its on at all if you arent ;) Also, the people watching aspect of five points is great, dont let this deter you, but there is a Wendys that shares a parking lot and their sign is outside the Makiman, each time I am there I have seen confused fast food seekers come in and ask the asian men slicing octopus behind a glass window "Is this a Wendy's?" HAHAHA, ahh the laughs are worth the (reasonable) price of admission. The rock shrimp appetizer is small but worth ordering, and the non sushi menu items are surprisingly delicious. Its a BYO so thats a plus in my book and the service is always GREAT which isnt common. The sushi is fresh and delicious. Dont skip dessert, the fried ice cream is the kind of dish where you wonder if anyone would notice you licking the plate before you left ;)

    (4)

  • Y M.

    I like sushi and I like good service and I get that here. I have nothing bad to say about this place. Its cute and small and personal with great service....come on lets go here again

    (4)

  • Jasmine B.

    Great Maki, nice lil sushi spot, nice enough to dine in and eat and very affordable prices. I love Makiman Sushi

    (5)

  • Jessica G.

    I love Makiman for so many reasons! The BYOB is fabulous....I've eaten here with beer, wine, and sake! The sushi is absolutely fabulous; there is a wide selection of sashimi as well as rolls. They even have teryaki plates for those who may not be in the mood for sushi. The prices are totally reasonable and the service is great. It's a small restaurant but I've never waited and I've been there on some of the busiest nights! Takeout is great too for nights you just don't feel like getting out of your PJ's!

    (5)

  • Eric L.

    Def go to Makiman if you're in north east philadelphia. No other sushi place could beat this place!

    (5)

  • Sara R.

    we go almost once a week. fantastic food and service

    (4)

  • I. S.

    This place has the best sushi in Philly. Definately the BEST in NE Philly. I love the almond chicken, avacado salad, shumai, and the cap n crunch rolls. Those rolls are the best. Shrimp tempura is great too. The prices are reasonable and the quality is excellent. I highly recommend this place. Driving by you wouldn't think anything of it but once you are inside, you feel as though you are in one of the "trendy" restaurants in Olde City. The only difference is, you still have some money in your pocket after dinner is done to enjoy the rest of your night!

    (5)

  • Ashley S.

    Best sushi in the northeast!! Ex girlfriend roll is a definite as well as the tuna nachos for an app. BYOB

    (4)

  • Tyneisha M.

    Just okay. While my coworkers raved to me about this place a few days ago, I was not super impressed. I came in today and ordered take out for lunch. Since I wasn't sure if I would like their version of chicken tempura rolls I only ordered one roll which was 5pcs. It was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and I did not like the cucumbers/veggie mix they had within the roll, I do not like cucumbers. The portion was a bit small also for almost $9. It was nice they had parking however and the staff was kind. Pretty sure I won't go back.

    (3)

  • Ada L.

    This will probably be my go-to sushi spot in Northeast Philly. It's convenient, the food's okay, and the fish seems pretty fresh. Of the two times I've been here, I noticed they have way more take-out orders than they do dine-ins. So even if you walk in and it looks empty, notice how the kitchen and sushi bar are constantly churning out to-go orders, meaning high turnover rate on the fish. //Food\\ The first time I tried this place, I didn't expect much. I was pleasantly surprised that their menu has some interesting rolls, and they served fresh tasting fish. They give nice thick slices of sashimi, which is about $1-$1.50 more than the nigiri sushi, depending on the fish. The place is Korean-run, so they also have some Korean menu items, but I haven't tried those. Also can't comment on kitchen items since I only ordered sushi. The rolls are mostly just okay. Nothing amazing. They also need to give more consideration to mouth texture. Like the Raw Viking, it's a big roll, so the texture is very noticeable. It's spicy tuna and avocado inside with salmon and tobiko on the outside with nothing to give it body or crunch, so it just chews like a giant roll of mush. A few of their rolls had this texture problem. //Space\\ I noticed this place years before I ever tried it. I was always curious but never tried it because I just judged the food based on the outside. It's on a small, unattractive lot with an inconspicuous exterior and next to a Wendy's. So if you've seen this place on passing and thought the same, try going inside. It's a nice surprise. You walk in, go up the steps, enter through another door and first see the sushi bar, then you turn right to the dining area and all of a sudden it's this charming blond timber dining area with a window. It's a totally different feel from the stark grimness of the outside lot. They could wipe off the soy sauce from some of the walls and switch some of the photos that came in the frames for actual photos/prints, but that would just be a bonus. Overall it's small, but you still have the option of sitting at the bar or at a table. //Service\\ Service was okay. I think maybe we got a shy waitress. Overall, no one was overtly friendly, but they weren't rude either. They did their job, made sure our orders were right. If you live in the Northeast, I definitely think you should give it a try, whether it's takeout or dine-in.

    (3)

  • Peter F.

    If you know me, then you must be well aware that I love sushi joints. My friends and I took a random trip down to Philly for lunch since we were in the area and we stopped by Makiman mainly because Yelp was saying that it was a decent place. We walk in and the place is kinda small. Sushi bar in the front of the place but then it opens up to a decent-sized dining room all decked out in traditional Japanese decor. It's a pretty overall cozy vibe though. I get the Lunch Sushi Deluxe Special (I'm a poor college kid so anything that says "special" is gonna catch my eye) and it was pretty good! It was an assortment of California rolls with 8 pieces of nigiri. Some of the nigiri was pretty chewy, but apart from that it was actually really good! Very fresh, cut precisely, and slightly melt-in-your-mouth. Oh and the best part? It's BYOB. Conveniently enough my friend was carrying a giant bottle of wine when we found and she promptly slammed it on the table demanding wine glasses.

    (4)

  • Jay B.

    I have been planning to try this sushi restaurant and finally after work my nephew and I stopped and had dinner. The restaurant is small but very clean. The staff is friendly. The prices are reasonable. Most importantly the food was delicious. I tried two different sushi rolls, tuna nachos and some of my nephew's miso soup. He also had chicken teriyaki because he have not yet attempted to try sushi. Everything was really delicious! I really like this place and will be going back soon. The next time I will bring wine....it's a byob

    (4)

  • Lydia T.

    Their Captain Crunch roll is always my go to. Lovely environment.. for lunch especially. Great customer service. I always feel that the staff is attentive and ready if I have a request. I've also ordered take out before and it was delicious!!

    (5)

  • Jiban K.

    Excellent food, been here many times and was never dissapointed. I was recommended by my friends and came with them couple of time. Place is small but it still is cozy. The service were excellent, server were very attentive, and my fav California roll always tasted very yummy

    (5)

  • Teresa N.

    I am baffled by the 4-5 star reviews of this place. I came here with three other friends one night through someone's recommendation. I (as well as one other friend) thought the food was just awful, but the two others enjoyed themselves. Those two ordered stuff like caterpillar and dragon roll, so maybe you're better off if you order really basic (read: tempura) rolls. Pros: -BYOB -Cute interior -Very nice staff. I almost feel bad writing this review Cons: -Sketchy location -I ordered 6 piece sashimi. They gave me 5 piece nigiri. NOT THE SAME -Fish was chewy and definitely not fresh -Tried my friend's sunomono because she left it untouched. For good reason. Don't order it. 2 stars instead of 1 just because the staff was so darn nice, and it really is a cute place (aesthetically) to bring a date. But as for the food, I'd rather eat at the Wendy's across the parking lot.

    (2)

  • Sally T.

    Best sushi in the area, the price is okay but for the taste, it is worth it. Very small restaurant, but cozy. The only downside about this is that the selections are smaller as well, they have a very small selected section for sashimi. The sashimi is pretty much typical like any other places.

    (4)

  • BaoNgoc N.

    Meh not the best sushi I've had but will suffice if you have been deprived and hungry. It could also be due to the location. Northeast Philly is not known for tasty sushi.

    (3)

  • Christina V.

    sooooooo im pretty much obsessed with Makiman. No sushi in the area comes close. From prices, to staff, to quality- this place is a hit. OH and it tops off at 5 stars because comparable places aren't BYOB. Makiman IS! Ive had basically every roll on the menu and never get tired. too lazy to get off your butt and make it out to get delish sushi? yea, you can thank little baby jesus that Makiman is there to save your gluttonous salivating self- they DELIVER. and fast. favorites are the Captain crunch, raw Viking, kamikaze, and Katzu rolls. trust me.... im the dutchess :)

    (5)

  • Elaine M.

    I have been to Makiman in the Northeast about a half dozen times now since a friend of mine lives close by. I have always enjoyed my selections but never felt the need to rave about the place. After my last visit to Makiman on Tuesday; I am ready to give my positive review! A friend and I shared 5 rolls; - Tropical Roll (but we asked them to add fish, he added the rainbow roll fish on top) - delicious - the mango is a great sushi accompaniment! - Cap'N Crunch (probably my least favorite, just because I find the crab stick boring) - Katsu Roll - This is labeled as a deep fried roll, but it was not overly fried and it melted the cream cheese perfectly! - Ex-boyfriend Roll - We asked that the white tuna NOT be torched and I am glad we did! - Kamikazi Roll - This might be my favorite. The spicy sauce is just the right amount where I was still able to add some wasabi. The service at Makiman is always excellent and the waitstaff is very attentive. The BYOB aspect certainly allowed us to splurge a little extra on our rolls since we brought our own cheap bottle of red. I will surely be back again for another round of delish sushi with Christina V.

    (4)

  • Ivy A.

    Excellent food ordered the shrimp tempura roll and spicy crab roll they were very fresh and tasteful.

    (5)

  • Lynn N.

    Overrated for 4 stars. Heard about this place on Instagram and it looked delicious. I got the bulgolgi bento box and the meat was not too good. I also had to get a sushi roll to try this place out and it wasn't too good either. This place is okay but I wouldn't come back. There weren't many people there during lunch on a Saturday. The place is near Dunkin donuts And Wendy's. There's a parking lot in the rear and next to it but you have to park in the rear because the one next to it is for Wendy's... 3 stars it is

    (3)

  • Laura R.

    I lovve their sushi. Ive been here atleast 3 times. The sushi is great. The service is excellent. This a place worth going to. Very clean, and organized.

    (5)

  • Urcella G.

    I stopped in for lunch today, I got the steamed shumai and stir fried Udon with chicken. Service was quick and staff was very friendly. The Shumai had little flavor, no shrimp whatsoever was inside of the dumplings and ridiculously small for the price . The Udon was a large portion for a lunch special and it also came with a house salad but, the teriyaki sauce in my udon was super corn syrupy type of sweet and my mushrooms were undercooked. I gave two stars because of the price, Service and location (right up the street from my house) but I came for the food and it just didn't live up to the hype

    (2)

  • Antonio D.

    You ever bite into some sushi and feel like you're riding a dragon under the warm summer setting sun!? No? Well come eat some of this sushi! It's so good! I don't love around the area but I travel to this place anytime of the day because it's so delicious! The price is fair. Nice chill atmosphere and great service!

    (5)

  • Steve K.

    When one lives in the suburbs - even close in suburbs like Wyncote it's just a given that few restaurants are as good as in the city - even if a place is actually in Philly. Makiman is an exception.We have been eating here for years and they are consistently good - from sushi and sashimi to tempura, seaweed salad (hyper yum!). They have a roll they call valentine that's shaped like a heart and made with pink soy wrappers rather then nori. My wife can't stand nori but loves valentine and other things in soy wrapper so this might be a good deal for those who don't like nori and think they don't like sushi... In the winter they have (I guess all year but I just eat it in the winter) Bi Bim Bop in a stone pot which is great because you get a lot of different stuff (beef, an egg, veggis etc) in one dish and the hot pot makes the rice that is in the bottom of the pot nicly crispy. Service is always fine and it's BYOB. I think that while it might not be Sagami it's very good and woth many visits.

    (4)

  • Bill F.

    Thought their site says they deliver within 3 miles, I called for delivery (being 2.9 miles according to Google Maps) and was informed the driver doesn't feel like driving to my neighborhood. Thanks so much. Maybe they should update their delivery standards to say, "within three miles, if we like your neighborhood or feel like it."

    (1)

  • Shanee C.

    Overall good sushi!!! Cap crunch roll is great.. And you can never wrong with the classic California Roll, yellowtail scallion etc.

    (4)

  • Jenny T.

    I enjoy coming to Maki man for lunch. The lunch specials are reasonably priced for the area. The food has always been fresh and tasty. The service is ok. I get the feeling that the employees are not happy or do not want to be at work. The restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. 3.5

    (3)

  • Lianna N.

    Still going strong as a good sushi place to eat at in fox chase area. I parked right beside the restaurant but it said wendys or temple parking only. Parked there for 1.5 hours without consequence. The lunch special was a great deal, but I guess once you add in the tip its not really saving money anymore haha. Im not sure if you can take out the lunch special, but I am guessing not. Great and efficient service, and nice people there.

    (4)

  • Heather R.

    I love this place! The menu has some awesome rolls I've never seen anywhere else. The sushi is quality. So far this is the only place on the area that I trust for good sushi. Pricey, as are most GOOD sushi places.

    (4)

  • Jason W.

    must be 5 start. low price great tast. I never found a great sushi before, so great food always was not found easily. however, now I tell you it is.

    (5)

  • Joelle J.

    Great sushi! Been here a few times and they've never disappointed on the food or service. The fact that's it's byob makes it even better

    (4)

  • Marlyn V.

    Located between a dunkin donuts and a Wendys, you would not expect to find great sushi place, but alas there lies Makiman. Not only is this place great sushi, but its BYOB and has friendly servers. I made the mistake of ordering a pick up order from a number I found on their website and turns out it was their other location! Needless to say they were happy to get my order made again and call the other place to let them know. Definitely order: The Mexican Roll - it's sweet, crunchy and perfect The Nutty roll - it's crispy, nutty and smooth The Shrimp roll - It's simple fresh You can skip: The Makiman Fries - unless you are completely hungover, way too greasy The Seafood platter appetizer - Also very greasy, small portions and not worth the price The only reason I don't give them the full 5 stars is bc they are a bit pricey ($12 for a small fusion roll) and they do take a long time bc it's usually busy and only 2 chefs. With that said, get here, there's parking too!

    (4)

  • Kohinoor M.

    I have to get this out first - you must try the Sixers! Mmmm!! My sister brought me here and said she mostly goes just for the Sixers. Now I know why! Also had the caterpillar which was deeeeelishhhh as well!! As for the decor, it isn't all that fancy but it feels nice and homey. Definitely a good place to return to :) Oh also, they have this points reward thing. If you accumulate 25 (?) points, you get a free meal! And that's always good news to moi. ;D just save the bottom of the receipt.

    (4)

  • Oh Y.

    Fish isn't as fresh as it was before and I couldn't help but notice cockroaches crawling on the ground. Disgusted! No option for 0 stars

    (1)

  • Richard S.

    You get what you pay for. At this place, you pay for the best quality Sushi in Philly.

    (5)

  • Susan Z.

    Got the bi bim bap and an eel + cucumber roll to go. The bi bim bap, like most (all?) entrees, came with soup and salad. All the food was fresh and delicious. I will be back if I am in the area!

    (4)

  • L B.

    Not bad, but I've had better. Will come back. My only gripe about dining in is all the tables and chairs are squeezed in too tightly and the chairs aren't very comfy.

    (4)

  • Pretty R.

    Wanted a sushi restaurant close by me and found this place on yelp. I was very disappointed. The waitress was not friendly or too helpful with explaining the menu. I was the only person there so I don't know why it took her so long to come to my table and honor my requests (such as water refill). I had the ex-girlfriend sushi which was not bad. For the price the sushi is not worth it. Their lunch special sucks and does not give much variety. ""Assorted sushi" means, the chef gives you whatever he wants (whatever they have to get rid of). I will not go back to this place.

    (2)

  • Ashley P.

    I love this place! Food is always good, staff are always very nice and helpful, and they're byob! What more could you ask for? They even deliver! I moved from this neighborhood last year, and I miss this place. If you can, take advantage!

    (5)

  • Cathy T.

    Ordered take-out tonight. We got the dumplings, both fried and steamed. Both were awesome, fried were better, only because of the light crunchy texture. We also got the Mexican roll, Spider roll, Cap-N-Crunch roll, and the Shrimp Tempura Maki roll. All four were amazing!!! The Mexican roll was my favorite. Can't wait to try others!!

    (5)

  • Jill M.

    Love this place! Their bento boxes and desserts are awesome! The servers are very friendly and the place is very clean. Prices are very reasonable!

    (5)

  • Sopapilla P.

    Nice cute place that was nearby my house. I was impressed with their menu and byob is always a plus. Loved their katsu roll and tempura udon was pretty good too. I will definitely return for some more sushi and maybe order through delivery next time :))))

    (4)

  • Michael G.

    Came here for lunch with my coworker who is a regular here. She gave a glowing recommendation and I was not disappointed. I had a 76ers roll which was very tasty, and we shared some "quesadilla-like" flat noodles which were very good. My coworker had never had it before, and like it a lot. I would come back here anytime. Small place.

    (4)

  • Emily A.

    My initial reaction to the exterior was that it looked a bit seedy, however, the inside did not disappoint. The AC was on blast and the restaurant was relatively quiet and very relaxing. The food is reasonably priced, and very good!! The menu is extensive and well put-together, and even has pictures to go along with everything. The waitresses are extremely friendly and are not overbearing. I have been to this spot a couple times already, and I'll definitely be coming back! :)

    (5)

  • Nancy P.

    This place is underwhelming and really unmemorable. All I do remember is how awkward the parking is. Maybe cause we came in from the other side, but there is a median in the parking lot that makes it weird to park. The food is okay. As I recall, the rolls were pretty but I barely remember which ones we ordered. I think it was the NE Viking, Sunburst, Macnabb and Yellow Stallion. I didn't like the yellow tail at all. Their spicy sauce is spicier than other places. This is also a BYOB.

    (2)

  • Corinne M.

    Reasonable for the area I guess. The sushi is acceptable when you're not in the mood to go too far from home. But the prices are definitely higher than they should be. Super convenient for delivery, and everyone is friendly. But it'll cost $50 for 2 people and that's way high considering the quality is merely adequate.

    (3)

  • Gina M.

    Parking is awful. Takes too long. Dirty. Service is bad. Expensive. Not good. Did I sum it up for you? If not: GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!

    (1)

  • Melody W.

    We've lost count of how many times we've been here. This location really helps bring up the dining out profile of the area, and delivers a Center City-quality establishment to the convenience and easy parking of Northeast Philly. Love them for that. Now we can get something nice to eat without getting on the expressway! Go to Maki Man for: 1) The McNabb roll (it's truly a food-gasmic experience) 2) The BYOB hell yeah-ness 3)The selection of creative and delicious fusion rolls 4) The friendly, laid back service and intimate atmosphere

    (5)

  • Audrey K.

    I've ordered from this place about 25 times in the past 3 months alone but have yet to step foot into the actual restaurant. So my review stands on delivery, phone service and prices alone! Just sayin' Phone service is great, you tell them your address once, and given that your phone number doesn't change, they know you for life. (or for.. the past few months that I've called). No hassle about paying with card over the phone, and delivery is quick - 30 to 35 min. The food is awesome. I usually get the sashimi regular, on really really fricken good days I'll get a sashimi deluxe. I've also tried sushi regular/deluxe, the pick your own (3 of your choice) rolls, and some appetizers. They've all been great. I'm starting to move away from their sushi just cause the sashimi comes with a side of rice, and the fish seem fresher, thicker, juicer, etc. mmmmm, mmm. All of these meals also come with soup and salad, and duh, soy sauce and ginger. The tempura was a bit soggy by the time it reached me, but that's alright - it's expected. The prices.. are okay. For the quality of sushi, I won't complain. I'm sure there are some delivery fees assessed as well. Though I will say that I only order Makiman when I'm in the mood to 'treat myself' .. to a $25 dinner. (which apparently is damn often, sheesh) I am a fan!

    (3)

  • Elizabeth R.

    Nice atmosphere. Good quality sushi. Reasonable prices and the rolls are a good size.

    (5)

  • Andrew J.

    I live around the corner from here for years, drove by it, never paid any mind to the place. On the outside it kinda of looks like a dirty house. But on the inside the place is beautiful. The dining room has beautiful wood seats and floors and a great sushi bar where you can watch your meal get prepared. There really is no restaurant like this in the NE. A great date spot. I like how all the chefs were fitted hats, I don't know why, it's just funny to me. The sushi is fresh and delicious and there are fun rolls to try out along with some korean dishes that I've tried and loved as well. They do delivery but I've never ordered out and won't now that I'm not in the neighborhood anymore. Food can take a little while to get to the table and it's a little pricey but not too bad. It's a BYOB so bring some drinks and enjoy the food in this nice little spot.

    (4)

  • Dee Y.

    I love it here! My husband and I were looking for a sushi place when we moved to the NE and I didn't really have high hopes. We tried Makiman after reading the yelp reviews, and I have to say this place is awesome. It's BYOB, which is always a plus, the restaurant itself it clean, bright and great for a date or for a group. The sushi tastes fresh and delicious. I would say it's one of my favorite sushi restaurants ever. The service is great, the people who work there are friendly and we always have a fun time when we go. Parking is a little weird, but other than that it's wonderful.

    (5)

  • J A.

    Awesome sushi!!! Great atmosphere. Friendly service, BYOB, free parking.....what else can I say??? I was a little put off by the location but I thought what the heck - I'll try it once! This place is now in my rotation of restaurants.

    (4)

  • Amanda S.

    The sushi is amazing!!!! Sunburst is my favorite roll. I will def be going here again

    (4)

  • Lauren M.

    I've never had the sushi here but I always get the teriyaki chicken and it's always perfectly seasoned and served with yummy steamed veggies. My fiancé has tried their Viking roll as well and he is always pleased with the taste and freshness. I like that the dining area is small and intimate and that it's a byob. It's a cute little place to go to kill off a bottle of wine. Oh, and the staff here has always been nothing but friendly and helpful. Overall it's a nice date night spot!

    (4)

  • Milla G.

    WASABI LOBSTER ROLL! YESSSSSSS! Best anything with the name Wasabi in it that I've ever had. Yum, yum, yum!!! I made it a goal to try every roll there, and while they're all mouthwatering, the wasabi lobster rolls beat it all by a mile in my book. Favorite sushi place in ALL of Philly. Even beats the ridiculously "upscale" ones. Can't wait to come back and get me some more divine raw fishies.

    (5)

  • Brad P.

    I've got to hand it to Makiman for some efficient service. I drink a lot of water with dinner. I might as well be trying to drown my food just to make sure the animal aspects of it won't come back to life and try to do some damage to my internal organs as a last act of vengeance(and I do realize this makes even less sense in the context of seafood but bear with me). Even at my ridiculous water-consumption rate, the server never let the glass get any less than half full. She did an amazing job. The sushi was really delicious and very reasonably priced. Tack this fact onto the fact that it is a BYO and you've got a winning combo. Their rainbow roll is very tasty. The shrimp tempura maki is easily on par with Center City establishments. The Cap'n Crunch roll was...silly. In all honesty, it did not blow me away. The salmon and tuna sushi were rockin'. I tried the green tea tempura ice cream and I've got to say, they overdid the strawberries on top. It was a little overwhelming. On the action-movie-parallel-satisfaction-scale, this establishment is Iron Man.

    (4)

  • Lena C.

    I've visited this restaurant a few time for lunch and dinner. I wouldn't say it's a great restaurant but the sushi is tolerable. Here are my honest thoughts about the pros and cons for tonight's dinner. Pro: 1. The service was pleasant and the staff were friendly. 2. The decor is nice and simple. 3. The Tempura Green Tea Ice Cream was delicious. Cons: 1. The sushi were sub-par in texture and taste. 2. There were two rodent droppings a feet from where I was seated. 3. I left unsatisfied and hungry for something else. Final comments: I only came here for a quick and cozy dinner with my boyfriend but in the end I was completely turned off by my findings and I don't think I would be returning anytime soon unless I was dragged there.

    (1)

  • Helen D.

    Makiman Sushi is the ONLY PLACE to go for sushi/japanese food. They are hands down the BEST sushi place in all of PHILADLEPHIA. Their fish is always fresh & tasty - they even smoke their own salmon! The Cap'nCrunch roll rocks - when we go there we just order a bunch of those before placing our "real" order. They have a HUGE menu so i f you are not into sushi you have lots of other choices. SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT - they have this fried ice cream dessert which is ridiculous. It would be worth it to just go there for this!

    (5)

  • Arseny R.

    The place used to be better, last couple of times it has gotten worse. Ikea furniture is not the most comfortable thing invented for restaurants, metal chopsticks are hip, but don't do a good job delivering food into my mouth (had to ask for wooden ones). They do not seem to have a professional sushi chef there, but their rolls are great. If you are looking for some flavorful creations, the place is for you. If you are looking for classic Japanese fare, there are better spots within 10 minute drive. The prices do not reflect the quality, you are paying there more for the oomph, not for the food.

    (3)

  • Jessica H.

    I went here last night to meet a friend who lists this restaurant in her "to go to" sushi places. The menu looked extensive and the prices looked great. We started dinner with salad and miso (both of which were included in the boat that we ordered). The salad is the typical sushi house salad with the citrus dressing that there is always too much of. The miso, while very cloudy and beige in appearance, was very flavorful. The boat came out and was stuffed with food. We ended up getting the part boat 1 with a sashimi deluxe and an eagles roll. As I started eating a little bit of disappointment started creeping in. The tuna was fatty (and not in a good fatty tuna way) and everything had skin on it, even the salmon. The rolls were huge and unique and you definitely got a lot for your money. The finale of the evening was 3-4 star worthy and that was the green tea tempura ice cream. I was expecting like chi-chis fried ice cream but this was so much better. Thick tempura layer with yummy melty ice cream and strawberries - oooh I could honestly go back just for that. So to recap - not the best sushi ever, rolls were fair to good, but ice cream was awesome.

    (2)

  • David C.

    I love this place, usually drove by there and thought to myself... "eh it's too tiny to be ANY good at all... in a sort of shady neighborhood". I love the decor of the place, it's very spacious with lots of seating for being a small place. Also really enjoyed the food and the wait staff was excellent. It's a great place to bring friends when you don't know where to eat, which is what I did. :)

    (4)

  • Felicia C.

    The sashimi was delicious and fresh and tender. I had a really unique dish called Bi Bum Bip or something like that! It featured six kinds of vegetables, really tender shredded beef, and a fried egg on top. You combine it with white rice and Sriracha sauce. It was very different from anything I've had in other Japanese restaurants, and I appreciate when a restaurant offers something new or atypical. The waitress was very, very nice. The presentation of the food was awesome too. My boyfriend had a sushi "party boat" that came in a very large boat-shaped vessel. I don't know why anyone would complain about the prices, unless they have never eaten in a Japanese restaurant before. Japanese restaurants, especially when you order sushi, are always more expensive than say, an American chain restaurant. I thought the prices here were fine. Also, the restaurant is small, but it feels cozy and private, rather than cramped. All in all, it was a pleasant meal!!

    (5)

  • Jaime K.

    I signed up for this website specifically to rave about this restaurant! By far, the best sushi restaurant in the city of Philadelphia. The quality of the ingredients is high, the menu offers a variety of options (as many cooked choices as raw), the service is great and the atmosphere is wonderful. The value is unbelievable; I usually order 2 large rolls and an avocado salad which comes to about $25. We all know that would run about $40 in Center City. Plus its a BYOB! P.S. They do have access to the parking lot attached, but its limited. Carpool and you won't have any problem :-)

    (5)

  • Pamela V.

    I've had lots and lots of sushi and I have to say that this is one of the top places Ive been too. The asian waiters actually understand you too! The food is great and extremely fresh. The presentation of the food is nice as well!

    (5)

  • Kim Hung E.

    Last night, I decided to look up a sushi restaurant that I have not tried before that was in the area. I came upon this restaurant that was conveniently close to the bank I always go to. That bank is another story though for another time and place. (I don't know why I go there though since I could go to other ones closer to my home.) I read a lot of reviews about this place being awesome, so I figured, why not give this place a shot, right? To start off, the service was extremely pleasant. I will give them that. The place seemed a little bit small. It's nice and cozy for a late dinner or a nice lunch with a few friends. I like the fact that they were a BYOB place too. Though, if you are considering going to this place with 7 or more people, I would consider calling them first to make sure they are not crowded because this place doesn't seem to be able to hold more than 20 people comfortably. For the food, their rolls were very unique, and they even have some Korean dishes in the menu too. I was not very fond of their sushi. The sushi was perfect in size, but sub-par in taste and texture. I would not recommend getting anything unagi related unless you pay extra for more unagi because it tasted more like rice and cucumbers in if you wanted to aim for a south beach diet. Their Sixer's roll seemed okay though. Nothing really to brag about. It may have been just the wrong time to go, but I don't think I would go there again, unless I get dragged to there by someone who wanted both Wendy's and Sushi since they use the same parking lot almost. Unfortunately, there isn't really any other place to compare sushi to in this area. I guess if you prefer not to go to Olde City and try one of those restaurants or even venture to jersey or even to Norristown for sushi, you can stop by this place. (I say this place has a monopoly in ratings, from my point of view.) For myself, I would rather drive the extra 30 minutes to a downtown spot like Misso (which has these fish ball things that taste delicious it's like fishball tenpura madness) or EVEN Zento (yee olde city) or Sagami in NJ which is a hike, I know, but would definitely be worth your travels.

    (2)

  • Shay Ron F.

    I LOVE Makiman. Some of the best sushi I have ever had, and that's really surprising, considering it's in NE Philly. Haven't had anything bad here. I highly recommend the Capt 'n' Crunch roll and the Spider roll, and my absolute fave, the spicy salmon. Tempura is delicious, soup is great and green tea ice cream for dessert-bangin. Plus, the place is BYOB, and has all you can eat Mondays. Awesome awesome place.

    (5)

  • Justin K.

    If you're looking for good sushi and Korean food in the Northeast you can't go wrong with Makiman. Yes, there are better sushi places in Philly if you're willing to travel and spend a little more, but it's the perfect place if you're in the mood for sushi that's fresh and tasty. Many reviews mention the Captain Crunch roll, which is good, but they have a number of other unique fusion rolls that are tasty too. My personal favorite is the spicy Ex-Girlfriend (they have an Ex-Boyfriend too). I also have to commend their Spider Roll. It's my favorite roll but I'm frequently disappointed when I get it elsewhere. Not Makiman. It's always perfect and the fresh, crisp lettuce (like they use in Korean rice wraps) seals the deal. The staff is genuinely friendly and always polite. Service is quick and fresh and consistent, and when I get takeout my order is always ready by the time I get there. I've never once gotten a bad or sub-par order.

    (4)

  • Jesse T.

    This used to b a great place to get sushi. I dont know if new management is the cause but Makiman has gone down a dirty slope into fishy hell. Service sucks. Food arrived cold. Tuna smelled like dead kittens. Want good sushi? Check out Ooka. Like it Raw? Want to die? Eat dead kitten tuna and say hello to Satan for me.

    (1)

  • Sherry T.

    I came here on Saturday night with a friend because I had a sushi craving. We were seated immediately as it wasn't really busy. The server asked what drinks we wanted, and we both replied water. She came with water that had a lemon wedge in it. I don't really like lemon in my water, as it just tastes like diluted lemonade to me which isn't appealing. I'd prefer it if she'd ask if I would like lemon in my water as opposed to simply giving it to me. Then when we looked over the menu, I was waiting for our waitress to return to take our order but she took at least 10 minutes or more to return. As I said, it wasn't really busy and there were three waitresses working that night, so I didn't see why it took her forever to return. I literally sat there with my menu closed for a while. I couldn't even get any of their attentions, which was a bit annoying. When we finally ordered and our food came out, she didn't check on us about how our food was either. I had the cosmo and exboyfriend roll and my friend had the shrimp tempura roll as well as the chicken teriyaki. I had some of his teriyaki, and to me, it tasted extremely bland. I had a bite and didn't really want anymore. This place didn't really satisfy my craving, but filled me up.

    (3)

  • Yevgeniy D.

    Quality place in North East. Good food, nice interior.

    (4)

  • Tegan M.

    This little sushi restaurant is a gem! It's the perfect size and decorated just right. I will only eat sushi from Makiman, I don't trust any other place. Their fusion rolls are to die for. I love that they make everything in front of you and everyone is always so pleasant. The owner is great, I've even seen him working with the other workers when times got busy. If I had the money, I'd eat here probably a couple times a week. :)

    (5)

  • Ling C.

    It's very expensive compared to Kyoto Sushi Bar. And if I had to choose I would go to Kyoto just because the taste is just as good over there for about 2-3 less the price. I enjoyed my stay at Makiman though. They didn't rush us to leave and the waiters/waitresses were polite. The place is quaint and very small, but very clean. I ordered the Shrimp Tempura Dinner @ 15.95$. The shrimp tempura dinner was all fried onto a plate and had 3 shrimp tempura, 2 pieces fried broccoli , 3 fried sweet potato, and 1-2 fried carrot. I thought it was O.K. just frying of it made it taste good. It also came with brown rice (your choice of brown rice or white), miso soup(which was delicious) and some sort of sour salad(probably lemon). The Tempura sauce was really delicious though. I dipped everything in that sauce, just amazing. I also ordered the Spider roll which didn't taste as amazing as the first time I went ( rather it tasted o.k. not great at all). It was 5 regular sized sushi roll pieces for 9$. Very expensive. The look of both of my meals were very pretty and exquisite, but I think if I go again I would only getting the Miso soup by itself and maybe something other than sushi because of the price for 5 pieces of sushi ranging from $6-12. And also ask for tempura sauce if they allow it.

    (3)

  • Pete L.

    It's been at Five Points for a million years. We mostly get delivery, it's great. Prompt service, fresh fish, good prices.

    (4)

  • Hieu P.

    You know, it's hard to get the great food you find in Center City anywhere else. Philly is a foodlover's dream when it comes to good eats and unique experiences when it comes to your dining, but it obviously dries up outside of downtown. Makiman is a pleasant treat, as one wouldn't expect to find great sushi in the folds of the NEast, but it's there. The sushi is most definitely on par with most of the offerings you would find downtown, and the prices are in line with that as well. What? You think just cause they're located around piddly ol' Five Points they'd be cheap? You pay for quality, my friends, and the sushi is definitely of good ilk in this place. Oh, and the fried ice cream? It's the shit, definitely get that to sate that southern desire for all things fried.

    (4)

  • Maureen M.

    Ordered California, Philadelphia, and Spicy Tuna rolls. Philly and Tuna were really, really good but I've had better Cali rolls. Also would have liked more sesame seeds on the rolls, just personal preference. When I picked up my order I noticed the place was small but cute and clean. Also a fan of their "Do you like it raw?" shirts.

    (4)

  • Stephen C.

    This place is just ok. They have weird name for the sushi and actually some of it taste weird. Like the captain crunch roll. I could not tell you whats in it but I do believe the cereal is in it. Food isn't bad don't get me wrong. You just can get better sushi elsewhere, and I don't mean those places that offer 50% off. Service is good and so is the atmosphere. They don't try to push you out so they can turnover the tables. This place is small though. They offer a all-you-can eat sushi on Mondays. Its about $30 per person. You order off the menu card and its 3 items per round if you want to call it that. Only thing is that everything must be eaten or they charge you $1 per item that is not when you are finished. Give they place a try if you like. It ok, you might like it more than I did. Happy Eating!!

    (3)

  • Lynn G.

    From the health department report..... 36 Visible physical evidence of rodent / insect activity observed in the kitchen and basement food storage areas. Mouse droppings were observed in the kitchen on the floor along the walls and in the corners and in the basement on the floor along the walls and in the corners. Live roaches were observed on glue boards and floor along the walls and in the corners in the kitchen. read the whole report phila.gov/health/Environ…

    (2)

  • Fan L.

    So we went for the all you can eat, which really is a misnomer. They will only bring out 3 orders at a time (so if you're getting nigiri, that's 6 pieces), and we waited anywhere from 45min to an hour for each order to come out. In all, we were there from 5:30 to 9, and had 3 orders of sushi each, some oversalted and extremely fatty galbi, and the free dessert. Service overall was pretty poor - we had to continually flag down the waitress to bring more tea and ginger, and water was never refilled. Apparently the waitress and sushi chef were too busy chatting to run a halfway decent restaurant. As far as the actual food goes, it's decent but not the freshest. You get what you pay for I guess. The only way this place becomes manageable is if you treat it as a place to drink, with the option for mediocre sushi.

    (1)

  • Yong H.

    Don't get the "all you can eat" unless you plan on staying here until closing time because they take 1 hour in between your orders. Also there's a list of rules to this "buffet" including charging you 1 dollar for every piece of rice or sushi you leave, restricting you to 1 order of salt-saturated kalbi, and 3 orders(6 pieces of sushi total, or 3 rolls) at a time. As for the quality of the sushi, its decent for philly standards but by no means is it impressive. Pro tip: complain bitterly about the service and you might get a free dessert out of it :)

    (2)

  • Christine A.

    Walked in and smelled that "ewwww-fish" scent. Granted, this is a sushi place. But you shouldn't be smelling fish when you walk in. This was the first strike. A few other tables were seated and orders taken before we even got water. We waited close to 15 minutes just for the water. And then once we got our water, it took awhile for them to come by for our order. By that time, a few other orders were taken, and it took awhile for our order to be made. Strike TWO. The food quality was meh. We ordered 6 rolls. - Sunburst: our favorite. VERY Good. - Shrimp Tempura maki - good. - Eagle: meh. - Valentine: very nice presentation. kinda dry. - Blind date: not a date I'd write home about. I can't remember what the last roll was. nothing special about it. We didn't order dessert. For the two of us, the cost was $60 with tip. We were full, but we didn't enjoy the experience. Why the two stars? Because I liked the interior and the menu. And they did have nice presentation. We were hoping to find more redeeming traits for this sushi digs close to home. Alas, after much thought, the consensus is that we'd rather drive up to Shogun on Street Rd than come back here again.

    (2)

  • Jen R.

    We were looking for a restaurant close to home that we haven't tried and came upon Makiman Sushi. Thanks to the yelpers who gave it good reviews we chose to give it a try. Our fellow yelpers didn't let us down. Makiman is very small (about 12 tables total) but has great food and service. Steve had the chicken teriyaki which came in a sizzling plate with vegetables and a plate of white rice on the side. I went for the 3 roll combo meal (I don't remember what it was called) and picked the California rolls, the Spicy tuna rolls and left the third choice to our waitress. It ended up being Eel. Steve thought I was crazy for letting her pick but actually really enjoyed the eel rolls.

    (4)

  • Rose V.

    I've been living in Foxchase for 10-11 years now and never step foot into Makiman sushi until last saturday. I heard good things about it but always passed by this place. Good sushi, service was catering, place is cozzy and cute, location is okay (they do have parking so thats good), and prices are affordable. I got the sixers roll which was awesome, my girlfriend and I split 5 rolls, she had a ginger salad and I had a miso so which all came up to $56. Pretty cheap! I totally reccommend this place. I will be coming to this place more often now that I have finally tried it AND it down the street from my house! Can't beat that :)

    (5)

  • Mandy H.

    Went here with a group of coworkers to celebrate my birthday on Thursday for lunch. This was my first time here and from the outside of the building I wasn't expecting much. However, inside turned out to be really nice. We had a group of 6 and pretty much everybody ordered the bento boxes. I had the teriyaki chicken which came with rice, two california rolls, cooked carrots, edamame, and broccoli (my favs), a salad with ginger dressing, two pork dumplings and two other dumplings, and a pretty little flower. There was definitely too much food for me to eat, but it was so pretty and presented so well that I had to take a picture. I also tried the tempura vegetables from someone else's bento box and they were also really tasty. I would definitely come back to Makiman. It's one of the more fancy restaurants in the area and it's refreshing not to have to stick with pizza, cheesesteaks, and chinese food as majority of nearby lunch options.

    (5)

  • Tiana C.

    Thank goodness this is one of the best sushi places I've ever tried because it's about a stone's throw from where I live! (read: I eat here often enough to go broke) Their seaweed salad is great. Their salmon skin salad is even better. Edamame is a standard. I'm not a big fan of miso soup so I won't tell you their's isn't good. The cap'n crunch roll is always in my order. So good. Trust the reviews. This last time I got a sixers roll (shrimp tempura/spicy tuna) and it was love. As is the shrimp tempura roll, caterpillar, and the spider. I mostly get takeout so I can't comment on service but the staff seems friendly. My only complaint is it's $$$. A given for sushi, I guess. The one thing I think is silly is these crazy ONE POINT coupons they give. I end up tossing mine and never being able to save up the 40 points or whatever you need for whatever the prize is. Hey, Makiman, offer something better for those who love you!

    (4)

  • Cccc B.

    Tried Makiman last night, and I've found my new favorite sushi spot! We decided to drop in on Valentine's night and literally every table in the place was reserved. Luckily there were 2 seats open at the sushi bar. Although the place is small, I was impressed that so many people had made reservations. During the hour we were there, at least 10 people came to pick up take out orders. To me, these things are signs of a solid restaurant with loyal customers. We decided not to do the all you can eat sushi because it was kind of expensive ($27pp) and not worth it for me who only eats three rolls usually. As many Yelpers suggested, we tried the Captain Crunch Roll... soo happy we did. It was AWESOME. Totally different and delicious flavor. All of our rolls were fresh, well made, and tasty. I couldn't have been happier. My husband got the tempura, which was kind of greasy for my liking. Although the place was really busy, our servers were attentive. My only complaint is that I ordered the tuna/avacado roll ($6) and they gave me the tuna on tuna roll ($12), but I didn't complain. In fact, the tuna on tuna was so good that I'm kind of glad they made the mistake since I wouldn't have ordered it otherwise. Overall, I had an awesome meal and cannot wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Ali R.

    Oh Makiman, words cannot express how much I love this place. I've been coming here for years with my family and we cannot get enough of it. Their fish is super fresh and crazy good. Some of my favorites: Seaweed salad with salmon skin- always fresh and the crunch of the salmon skin .. drooool Sixers roll- If you're a tuna lover, this is your roll Caterpillar roll- My "go to" when I'm in the mood for some eel & avocado. Fried green tea ice cream- need I say more? They also have a option called "Choose your own" and you get to pick 3 rolls, salad, and miso soup for $17. Awesome deal! The hweduhbbab is a little small, for people who want the spicy rice with sashimi. This place is BYOB, so if you want to drink, bring it and they'll give you a bucket of ice and glasses for ya. It's also a small place, so if you plan on bringing a big group, be sure to make reservations. LOVE LOVE LOVE! And now they have a place in Center City! WHOO!

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:30 am - 10

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : Yes
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : No
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : Yes

Makiman Sushi

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