What to order at Royal Sushi & Izakaya

Must order
The omakase counter at the back; the crispy pork gyoza if you sit at the izakaya bar in front.
Signature dishes
Sushi omakase, Pork gyoza
Editor tip
The omakase books out 30 days at midnight on Resy. The izakaya front room takes walk-ups most weeknights.
CuisineJapanese sushi
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodQueen Village
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Address: 780-782 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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