The Toughest Reservations In Philly Right Now (And How To Get Them) - Philadelphia - The Infatuation
"Verdict: There’s nothing like the omakase at Royal Sushi & Izakaya—at least that’s what you’ve heard. You don’t actually know anyone who’s had it, because it seems like nobody can get in. Turns out, the rumors about the Queen Village restaurant are true, and it’s the best in Philly. It’s 17 courses of life-altering seafood that rotate daily. Grab one of the eight seats at the bar, hear some anecdotes about Japanese fish, and await the caviar-topped oysters and bragging rights. Royal's sushi omakase is the single hardest reservation to book in Philadelphia. (At the end of the meal, diners can rebook for the following month, and many do—thus creating a defacto club of omakase regulars.) Open slots become available 30 days in advance, so we suggest setting an alarm or 10 and signing up for the waitlist notifications. It's rare, but not unheard of, to get a last-minute reservation. Alternatively, you could dine in the walk-in-only izakaya portion of the restaurant, get “lost” heading to the bathroom, and try to blend in with the Eagles player gulping toro." - candis mclean
