637 Philly Sushi Club

Phenomenal must-try omakase experience. Everything from the oyster shooter (my personal favorite) to the o toro topped with caviar was divine. The only thing better than the food was the service. Chef Kevin was friendly, charming, and overall a fantastic host. Even though I was seated on the very end, Chef Kevin made sure to make me feel included by coming over often and doing some prep on my side. Nick was extremely attentive and all around amazing. Honestly my favorite part was the personalization at the end with goodies to take home and a menu of all the courses with a personalized signature and thank you from Chef Kevin

This was my first omakase experience, so I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. To begin on a high note, the food was absolutely phenomenal. I had just returned from Japan and was craving fresh, high-quality fish, and this restaurant delivered on that front. However, the start of the evening left something to be desired. The restaurant called twice beforehand to emphasize the importance of arriving 10 minutes early. Taking that seriously, we arrived a full 30 minutes early and enjoyed a drink at the bar. Despite being the first to arrive, we were inexplicably seated last for the omakase. By the time we were finally brought to our seats, the chef had already begun, and we found ourselves playing catch-up with no context or guidance on what was happening. To add to the disconnect, the chef was stationed far from our end of the counter, which made it difficult to see what he was preparing. Each time he presented a dish to us, he had to repeat his explanation because we couldn’t hear it the first time. The bright spot in the experience was Nick, our server, who was positioned near us. He was attentive, communicative, and helped bridge the gap, ensuring we didn’t feel completely left out of the experience. The most unfortunate part of the evening was that, while I was content simply enjoying the delicious food, I know my husband would have truly appreciated the opportunity to connect with the chef where he could learn about each dish, understand the ingredients, and engage more deeply in the overall experience. Unfortunately, due to the way the omakase was set up, he wasn’t able to fully immerse himself in that aspect. It felt like a missed opportunity for what could have been a much more enriching and memorable experience for him.

This was my first omakase experience, and I may never be able to go again because the bar was set so high. Delicious food in a dope setting. Chef Kevin is the man and our group had a very fun time.

My partner and I went here on 7/25. This was my first omakase experience (not my partners) and it did not disappoint! It is tucked behind a secret bookshelf inside Yanaga Kappo Izakaya. From start to finish the whole experience felt personal and immersive. Chef Kevin Yanaga made us feel right at home. Our server (and I feel awful that I cannot remember his name) was wonderful and attentive, but not annoyingly so. He recommended a great bottle of wine that paired well with the entire meal, if Sake isn't your thing. The sushi was fantastic, but I think my favorite was the Amuse. The Tomato Salad with Bluefin tuna!!!!, and the Chawan-mush (with eel and corn) were the standout dishes for me. It may be a while before we do another Omakase (it isn't cheap, but definitely worth it!) but I will certainly be back for the food at YKI after this experience.

Everything from start to finish is perfection. Who is the star? Kevin Yanaga or the spectacular dishes, creatively served with the freshest ingredients. We’ve been to the omikase before and will be back for sure. The sake pairing is also a great add-on, each one pairing perfectly with the food. Each time is unique and absolutely worth the splurge

Wonderful night! This was my first omakase experience and I had a wonderful time. Each dish was elegantly put together. I got the additional 5 course sake pairing and it complimented everything very well. I would recommend getting a reservation while you can!

This was such an incredible experience! We already loved the bar/restaurant, but the omakase is truly something else. Chef Yanaga is so talented and creative. It's such a gift that we have him here in Philly! Every bite was delicious and beautifully constructed. The atmosphere was classy but also fun, welcoming, and unpretentious. Everyone we interacted with was so attentive and excited to answer questions about the menu. It will deepen your appreciation of sushi and the art of Japanese cuisine. Highly recommend!

So delicious! Chef Yanaga is kind and welcoming. He answered all of our questions, describing the process, joking with us, and just being generally awesome. Worth every penny and a fantastic way to celebrate a special occasion.

Another outstanding experience with chef Kevin Yanaga! I've been to his omakase before, and I can confidently say it is still the best in the city. The chef is knowledgeable, friendly, and so creative that no two experiences are alike. My personal favorite dish (pictured) was the jammy egg with uni and ikura over toro tartare. Some other favorites were the oyster shooter, miso black cod hand roll, and king salmon taco. It was hard to pick, however, with the wide variety of combinations and fresh fish on the menu. The drink service was also top notch - my water glass was always kept full and the sommelier was extremely attentive. We left with gift bags of a signed menu, 10% off YKI, and a chocolate cooke (which was delicious). For $150/pp, this was absolutely worth it, and I definitely plan on being back!