Asian-Owned Businesses to Support in Montco

Each Year, the month of May is dedicated to honoring the historical impact, achievements, and lives of the Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities. 

This month, we celebrate their contributions to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. We invite you to visit Montgomery County and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage by supporting our plethora of local Asian-owned businesses; check them out below:

The Blue Elephant

Asian-Fusion Restaurant |  Pottstown

Allow us to introduce you to Montgomery County's resident Asian fusion hot spot, The Blue Elephant. Located right in the heart of downtown Pottstown, at 152 E. High St, The Blue Elephant officially opened its doors to the Pottstown community in 2019. The Blue Elephant’s mission is to deliver a refreshingly innovative twist on Asian fusion dishes in an elegant setting that celebrates the local history of Pottstown.

The Blue Elephant is spearheading the Asian fusion movement in Montco, showcasing Italian-Thai dishes with Japanese influences and a variety of sushi selections. We highlight the freshest ingredients that Executive Chefs, Juan & Felipe Calixto.

The food, beverage program, and dining experience at The Blue Elephant is carefully designed to surprise and elevate any night out by mixing traditional flavors with blazingly contemporary techniques.

Kooma

Asian-Fusion & Sushi |  King of Prussia

Located in the King of Prussia Town Center, Kooma is dedicated to offering a memorable dining experience. From They hand-pick all ingredients so guests are treated only to the freshest and highest quality dishes. The menu features favorites like miso soup, spring rolls, and a wide variety of sushi and sashimi. Signature specialties include beef hibachi, stir-fry spicy pork, and chicken teriyaki. 

OOKA

Japanese Cuisine, Sushi & Hibachi | Montgomeryville

OOKA is one of Montgomery County's best spots for amazing hibachi, sushi, and Japanese cuisine. The most recent addition to the OOKA family. This uber-cool, urban-feel restaurant has been open since 2009. Located conveniently close to a series of roadways and towns, OOKA provides a one-of-a-kind hibachi experience recognized in Philly Magazine's "Best of Philly" list(s). 

MAIDO! A Marketplace of Japan

Restaurant & Market | Ardmore

Nestled in the heart of Ardmore's downtown area is MAIDO!, the only Japanese-owned grocery store in the Greater Philadelphia area. The market focuses on bringing its customers an authentic taste of Japan, right here in Montgomery County. In addition to a fully stocked marketplace, MAIDO! features an eat-in lunch counter which serves delicious dishes like okonomiyaki, yaki-soba, and other Japanese meals.

If you're looking for authentic Japanese goods and meals, look no further than MAIDO! 

Tiffin Indian Cusine

Indian Restaurant | King of Prussia

Tiffin is a fantastic option for an amazing and authentic Indian dining experience. Tiffin has often been credited with the explosion in the popularity of Indian food in the greater Philadelphia area by leading magazines and publications. Since Tiffin.com's founding, 36 Indian restaurants have opened in the metropolitan area. For those looking for a wonderful, Indian meal, make sure to check out Tiffin!

Pho Thai Nam

Vietnamese & Thai Cuisine | East Norriton

Pho Thai Nam is a local favorite for authentic Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Located near a number of towns like Blue Bell, Plymouth Meeting, and King of Prussia, Pho Thai Nam is the area's premier destination for all things Veitnamese and Thai.

Choolaah Indian BBQ

Indian Cusine | King of Prussia

Choolaah Indian BBQ, a genre-busting eatery, is revolutionizing the way the world approaches Indian cuisine by bridging ancient clay cooking methods and authentic family recipes to create fine-dining quality food in a fast-casual setting.