Double Knot

Cocktail and sushi enthusiast, this spot is for you! Double Knot is a subterranean dining experience if you ask. I've eaten here several times and it is consistently delicious. This time, I stopped by specifically for their smoked Manhattan, and it did not disappoint per usual. The presentation is as mesmerizing as the taste--there's just something about a drink that comes with a show that hooks me every time.The atmosphere at Double Knot is perfectly dark and intimate. But here's the insider tip: make sure you ask to go downstairs. Beneath the chic cocktail lounge lies an elegant, more hidden gem--a sushi bar and robatayaki that is next level.

Really great spot. Came here for happy hour and it didn't disappoint in the slightest. The vibe in here is rustic, cozy, and classy, and I love it.We came just before 5pm and we were immediately greeted and seated. If you plan on coming for happy hour, I recommend you do the same. After we were seated the place filled up pretty quickly. We ordered a bunch of stuff and we liked everything. All of the food came out super quickly too! Can't wait to come back and if you've never been, go change that.

We came here during restaurant week, and the servings are just enough for each member of the group to try. This restaurant serves great food that makes you want to appreciate every bite. Sampan is linked, and this location is typically busy. Since the dining room was downstairs, there was a kind of nice corridor leading to it. You and your group can choose from a small variety of dishes to share at the table during restaurant week, with some items having an additional fee. There was a stronger romantic vibe. Here, the Kobe beef is a great choice.

Came here with a friend when I was visiting Philly. We got their tasting menu which was very filling and well priced . The server was super friendly. We sat at the bar but the counter was high so we couldn't see them prep the food so maybe we would take a table next time. Everything was fresh here and our only comment was we went early when it wasn't super crowded and they pummeled all the food at us kind of feeling almost like all at once. I was so full half way through the meal and it made it uncomfortable for me to finish the food. We had lots of leftovers for this reason and this could have been solved by the kitchen timing the food better.

Double Knot happy hour is literally 10/10. Fire bites & drinks. Absolutely loved the chirashi, rolls, and veggie sides. Really cool vibe in there too.

Japanese happy hour eats and drinks! All the food I got was tasty and the atmosphere was cozy. Service was also top notch. Would come back to try all their diff menu items!

Double Knot offers a unique dining experience that sets it apart from the rest. The ambiance is immediately captivating, with seating in the basement that creates an intimate, cozy vibe perfect for a special night out. The menu features a variety of small plates, each thoughtfully crafted and bursting with flavor.Among the standout dishes, the lobster fried rice is truly to die for, and the duck scrapple bao leaves a lasting impression with its rich taste and perfect texture. The attentive and friendly service makes for a memorable time. If you're looking for a dining adventure that combines exceptional food with a distinctive atmosphere, Double Knot is the place to be.

This may be my new favorite restaurant of all time ??? The food is sooo good and right up my alley. The portions are very small and gives you a chance to try so many different things. I recommend the edamame dumplings and any of the sushi! We got the chance to sit at the bar and our service/ bartender was great! Our food and drinks came out very quick. The vibe was dark and sexy - perfect for date night or night out with friends!

We were visiting friends and they were very excited to take us to Double Knot (which I keep accidentally calling Top Knot.) They are a tapas style restaurant with a big menu of selections. Our friend made a reservation as soon as the date opened and we were all excited. When we arrived we were seated within 5 minutes of letting them know of our arrival. We were led downstairs in a VERY dark/almost dangerous stairwell to another seating area that also had more poorly lit stairs. I feel like the person seating guests should have flashlight or lantern (for the aesthetic) to guide people. It's way too dark! I'm in my 30's, I can't imagine someone older trying to navigate that route. Once seated our eyes adjusted a little but it was still hella dark. I get the ambiance but they could bump up the lighting a smidge and it would make the experience more pleasant. Aside from the low lighting, the place is decorated beautifully! It's definitely a vibe in there for sure. Our server greeted us and we ordered drinks. I got an espresso martini which was 5/10 on taste. It also didn't have espresso beans as a garnish which is a red flag IMO. Maybe they were just out? We debated doing the tasting menu but one of the people with us is pregnant so she would be limited on what she could eat. Since the entire table had to do it we decided to just order a variety of dishes. We ordered probably 12-15 dishes between the four of us. The food was AMAZING! Everything was superb wit the exception of the Pork Tonkatsu, it was pretty boring but everything else was *chefs kiss*. Just to give you an idea of some of the dishes we ordered: Pork Tonkatsu, Brussel Sprouts, wild mushroom gyoza, short rib (x3) robatayaki, Shishito peppers. We got another kind of dumpling that was very good as well. Our server was mediocre, we had to ask for things multiple times. We asked for sauce 3x before she finally brought it and didn't even apologize for forgetting. She did not seem very enthused to be there. Honestly, the food was the saving grace. I was kind of grumpy about the place but the food made up for the lighting and the iffy service. If the food hadn't been as good as it was I would have been upset about spending as much money as we did. TLDR; the food is worth it!

Double Knot has been on my radar for a while, so when a friend was looking for a unique omakase experience, I knew we had to go there. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, we were wowed by the decoration of the place. The ambience was definitely a blend of a hip casual vibe with a touch of elegance through the use of dimmed lighting. A short walk into the downstairs portion felt like an exploration into the hidden speakeasy behind closed doors. As others mentioned, the romantic lighting of the place might present a vision test when it comes to seeing fine prints of the menu. DK might need to invest in some tablets to help its diners in seeing their menu better as a suggestion.At Double Knot, omakase is not limited to only sushi and nigiri but more like a tasting menu consisting of 10 dishes over 4 courses. The selections were pretty extensive and covers dishes of all sorts, both hot and cold. Our waiter, Jay, was marvelous enough to provide us with guidance on which selections to choose from. He was also patient and knew to give us space when my friend had to hurriedly answer her phone a couple of times while he was providing us with helpful tips. During our dinner, he was consistently attentive enough to always fill our drinks and remove the empty plates without being intrusive. That level of top-notch service complemented well with the equally top-notch dining experience at DK.At first, ordering food tapas style may appear as if it won't be enough for the diners to feel full. The pace and well orchestrated succession of food that came out quickly challenged that misconception by the time dish 6 or 7 was served. I can't recall what we ordered and what I liked the best since everything (read this word in bold and caps) was superbly crafted and delicious. For only $68 a person, I'd call their tasting menu a steal.