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Although the category has not appeared on the ballot since 2008, Johnny Chang’s, 2601 S. Broad St., has remained at the top of the sushi chain, and owner Johnny Chang couldn’t be more ecstatic for his restaurant’s victory.
“We are always happy to hear positive reviews from our customers, so to be considered the best in any category for another year is a thrill,” Chang, whose eatery claimed top ethnic restaurant (non-Italian) from 2009 to ’11, said.
Since its ’06 opening, the Lower Moyamensing spot has impressed its customers with delicious sushi, which Chang claims is all for his patrons.
“The key to success of any business is to satisfy the customers. It is difficult to accommodate everyone’s requests, but we try our best and will continue to do so in hopes to remain our customers’ favorite in the future,” Chang said.
As for the secret to making the best sushi in South Philly, the chefs take an artistic approach.
“We believe creating any food, including sushi, is an art and only those who believe in their work can create art that can be appreciated by many,” he said. “That is why we have chefs who really enjoy what they do: Creating sushi that is appealing to the eyes and, most importantly, to the taste buds.”
Izumi and Hibachi 2 Go rolled into second and third places, respectively.
Contact the South Philly Review at editor@southphillyreview.com.
2013 Readers’ Choice Awards
Cuisine
Scannicchio’s Italian Restaurant: Gravy/sauce
Geno’s Steaks: French fries / cheesesteak
PrimoHoagies: Hoagie
Johnny Chang’s: Sushi
Nick’s Old Original Roast Beef: Roast beef sandwich
City Pizza: Pizza toppings
Green Eggs Café: Sunday brunch
Penrose Diner: Waffles
Popi’s Italian Restaurant: Business luncheon/banquet
FrancoLuigi’s Pizzeria: Romantic outing
Ristorante Pesto: Italian restaurant
Cantina Los Cabalitos: Ethnic restaurant (non-Italian)
Noir: New restaurant
Sweet Tooth
Termini Bros.: Cannoli (tie)
Potito’s Bakery: Cannoli (tie) / cupcakes
Italiano’s Water Ice: Water ice
Lerro’s Candy Co.: Candy store
Staying Active
DanceAdelphia: Dance studio
Girard Academic Music Program: Music program
Marconi Plaza: Place to walk your dog
Stickball: Schoolyard/street game
Guerin Recreation Center: Recreation Center
Wake Up Yoga: Place to take a yoga class
Places
East Passyunk Avenue: Neighborhood
Pennsylvania Burial Co.: Funeral home
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School: School
St. Monica: Church
Ten Pennies: Florist
Chickie’s and Pete’s: Place to enjoy a game
Sports
Frank Natale: High school coach
Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School Saints: High school team
Citizens Bank Park: Pro sports venue
Chase Utley: Current Philly pro athlete
Ed Snider: Philly pro sports owner
And the Rest
Mummers Parade: South Philadelphia tradition
Councilman Mark Squilla: Politician
Social Scene: South Philly Review section
Disc jockey: Category not on this list
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