Tuna Bar

4.9

988 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

31 Mar 2025

March 2025

19:00

Booked 45 times today

Lively
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW PRIOR TO BOOKING
Outdoor reservations are weather permitting and must be specified upon booking the reservation. Specific table requests are considered but not guaranteed.

Tuna Bar is a Japanese Raw Bar and Grill concept created by Owner and Chef Kenneth Sze. Located in Old City Philadelphia, Tuna Bar boasts a relaxing, upscale atmosphere serving fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The diverse menu offers traditional and specialty sushi rolls, raw oysters, scallops, hand-selected fish, and shareable entrees. Tuna Bar offers a fully stocked bar of wine, sake, and spirits. There are no outside food and beverages allowed. There is a $40 dessert/cake fee for guests that wish to bring in a dessert/cake for their special occasion.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 1:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 238-8862
Website
http://www.tunabar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Kenneth Sze
Catering
Please email info@tunabar.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Please email info@tunabar.com for more information.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
205 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Area
Old City
Cross Street
2nd and Race Street
Parking details
As a convenience for our customers, we offer $10 parking. The parking garage is located at 231 N. 2nd Street. Bring the ticket from the garage into the restaurant and we will stamp with our Tuna Bar stamp!
Public transit
The Market-Frankford EL 2nd Street Station The Route 57 at 3rd & Race Street
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 988 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Philadelphia County
Best Overall
Philadelphia County
Japanese
Philadelphia
Best Overall
Philadelphia
Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tuna Bar in Philadelphia consistently impresses with its "excellent fresh sushi" and "fantastic service." The lively atmosphere and creative menu, featuring favorites like the "Fishtown roll" and "tuna flatbread," make it a standout choice. Patrons appreciate the attentive staff and delightful cocktails, ensuring a "wonderful dining experience" every visit.

988 Reviews

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Christyn VIP
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always! You sushi is so fresh. I dream about it.
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Jennifer
New York City12 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Good food; I recommend the yakisoba. Nice views of the outside street views.
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Bella VIP
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding. The best sushi in philadelphia. You will not be dissatisfied.
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Giacomo VIP
Philadelphia8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastica esperienza credo sia uno dei migliori sushi bar in città!!
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Sean
Philadelphia29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, and a great environment. Can't wait to come back!
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Kimberly VIP
Philadelphia69 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tuna Bar is a favorite in our family for Birthday Dinners.
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Christyn VIP
Philadelphia5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was amazing, this was our second time here and I asked to try new things he guided us and we loved it. Plus side my son who never eats sushi ate a lot of it!! Everything was so fresh and flavorful! Some of the freshest sushi I have ever had. We will be back soon!
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Patch
Washington DC52 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Get the tuna flat bread. Life changing. Everything is good. Great service and great cocktails.
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Kristina
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Love the ambiance and vibes. The specials were amazing definitely recommend trying a few as well as the desserts! Definitely want to go back:)
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CarolS
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have exceptional meals at Tuna Bar. Give yourself time to find parking.
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FAQs

Tuna Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 238-8862.

Tuna Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 988 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 45 times today

205 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Additional information

Cross Street
2nd and Race Street
Area
Old City
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 1:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
As a convenience for our customers, we offer $10 parking. The parking garage is located at 231 N. 2nd Street. Bring the ticket from the garage into the restaurant and we will stamp with our Tuna Bar stamp!
Public transit
The Market-Frankford EL 2nd Street Station The Route 57 at 3rd & Race Street
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Kenneth Sze
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.tunabar.com/
Phone number
(215) 238-8862
Catering
Please email info@tunabar.com for more information.
Private party facilities
Please email info@tunabar.com for more information.

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Hot Appetizers

Pork GyozaUS$8.00

Steamed Chicken and Shrimp DumplingsUS$8.00

Salads and Soups

Sashimi SaladUS$16.00

Seared Tuna SaladUS$15.00

Noodle and Rice

Mai Fried RiceUS$14.00

Lobster Fried RiceUS$16.00

Ceviches, Crudos and Tartare

Tuna TartareUS$14.00

Wok Kampachi CevicheUS$16.00

House Rolls

Dynamite White Tuna RollUS$9.00

East RollUS$9.00

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