Philadelphia Izakaya – Royal Izakaya 🏮

The lighting here is super dim, so without flash, photos won’t turn out great 😅. Anyway, this is a favorite spot to hang out with friends! Sadly, due to the pandemic, they’re only doing takeout now 😔. But it’s truly a ⭐️⭐️ gem in Philly ⭐️⭐️! They also offer omakase — said to be some of the highest quality in the city — but it hasn’t reopened yet due to COVID, so haven’t tried it. 🍽 Recommended dishes: beef tataki, tuna guac, agedashi tofu. Honestly, I’ve never had a bad dish here, even when tipsy 😆. The yakitori/kushiyaki combos are solid — perfect drinking food. 🍶 Drinks: They have an impressive selection — Japanese beer, sake, shochu, whisky, wine, plus their own cocktail menu. And the prices are pretty reasonable! 🎉 The vibe is warm and lively — sometimes people sitting next to you at the bar start chatting. It’s a fun, social spot ideal for gathering with friends. Plus, it’s affordable and great value! 💰 ~$50 per person (excluding drinks) 📍 780 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 #PhillyEats #RoyalIzakaya #Izakaya #JapaneseFood #PhillyFoodie #AffordableEats 🥢