PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Morimoto has been a staple in Philadelphia for nearly 25 years.

This fall, the restaurant added a casual lounge on the second floor with its own izakaya-style menu. Food items vary from wagyu skewers to a delicious shrimp and tuna roll.

The cocktails, like the Melon Mizu, are perfect for sharing a night out with friends.

The lounge offers a casual vibe with low seating, graffiti on the walls, and a beautiful view of the main restaurant below.

Masaharu Morimoto collaborated with Steven Starr in 2001 to open Morimoto. The new lounge extends the restaurant's mission to help guests experience Japanese culture in Philadelphia.

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