LOVE THIS PLACE!! Really good sushi! They have daily specials so it’s really affordable. Their drinks are super cool and delicious. Amazing atmosphereVegetarian options: Veggie rollsKid-friendliness: My friend was able to have a baby in there comfortablyWheelchair accessibility: No very accessible- long flight of stairs to get to restaurant, tight narrow spaces
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll, Baked Salmon
Dan G
The short: Good experience! We'll definitely be back!One of the better sushi options in NW Indiana. Fish was good but overall selection was a little lacking. Hand rolls were well assembled and decently sized. Would have liked to see more than 1 toro option.Was very happy to see and hear about their separation and prep for those that need to eat gluten free. The waitress was very knowledgeable on the topic.Dining area is not very big so if you have a larger party, be sure to make reservations. Restaurant is on the 2nd floor and I did not see an elevator for handicap accessibilty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Steven Mustain (Steve)
Umi is fabulous. Highly recommend for a simple sushi dinner with a great dining room and friendly staff. The service is excellent, and the quality of the sushi is very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan Munguia
First time trying UMI!! It was amazing, food and atmosphere. The perfect speakeasy gem to have a friendly gathering or date night. Our server Kaitlyn was spectacular, attentive and always knew the perfect time to come around! She gave great recommendations for menus items and helped the experience be 5/5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Angry Wife, Umi
Nolan Bergner
Okay, the amount of Sushi you get is not alot of bang for your buck. The really bad part is the tables in the non bar section are so low you can't even eat your food, you basically would have to get on your knees on the floor for it to be at waist level. Whoever came up with that idea should be shot.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Misty M.
Great sushi. Never been disappointed here. It's a small location, but I have not had an issue with waiting (always made a reservation so that is recommended) and enjoy that it feels cozy & not overwhelming with noise and chaos. Service has always been fantastic.
Tati Newell
The staff was friendly, but slick. During happy hour (3-5 everyday) Maki rolls are 1/2 off (as listed on their website). I ordered 4 rolls and an appetizer. The food was alright but after a while the rolls made my mouth feel weird. Also the rice was hard, and not all the fish tasted fresh. When it came time to pay the bill, the waitress forgot to take off the discount. She went back to fix her mistake. When she brought the bill for the second time she informed me the limit for the half price Maki rolls is 2 per table. “I’m sorry didn’t know”, she says. As this limit is not listed on the menu, or website I was also unaware of this stipulation. I paid my bill, tipped the waitress and left. In the future I suggest this restaurant fix their website and inform customers of their stipulations before they order.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Siara B
I love this place. The food is very fresh. I've visited various sushi places in the area, and nothing compares to Umi. Nothing!!! Small person attention and great kind friendly staff always. There Tuesday and Sunday promo other places can't top it.Parking: Depending on how busy the area is, you might have circle the block
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rock Lobster, 109, Umi
Skippy
Little spot, there was a long wait for the food. The server was not too attentive. Manager seemed like he was just hanging out at his home, he didn't actually work or watch service or interact with anyone. Will not go back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
A S
I really wanted to love this place! We get sushi from Strack about 2-3 time a week. We are new to the area and didn’t know any good sushi spots. My husband got our food to go, and we live 15 minutes away, we spend $98 and got about $20 worth of sushi! If there was a 0 star option I would select that! The sushi tasted worse than grocery store sushi. Please see picture of what $98 got us. The value and taste was disappointing. Definitely would not recommend.
Katelyn is a great server. The food was tasty. There’s no atmosphere or proper seating.Parking: Tough to park
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dragon, Umi
Junior Reaño Burgos
The chef is amazing, the food and service excellent! 100%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Honey B.
Service was amazing by the servers and the food looked pretty but I got sick after eating here. Dk if I'll be returning.
CodyXd uui
I wish there was a 0 star option. The rice was so sticky and mushy that I could not see the rice grains, the avocado was all black, and the eel was not cooked. Overall, it was a terrible meal and the worst sushi rolls that I have tasted in my entire life. I would not recommend anyone to come here for sushi rolls and the other bad reviews are most definitely true.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Brian Heisler
It was a bit expensive for the quality of sushi. I have paid a lot less for rolls and had better quality.
LOVE THIS PLACE!! Really good sushi! They have daily specials so it’s really affordable. Their drinks are super cool and delicious. Amazing atmosphereVegetarian options: Veggie rollsKid-friendliness: My friend was able to have a baby in there comfortablyWheelchair accessibility: No very accessible- long flight of stairs to get to restaurant, tight narrow spaces
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll, Baked Salmon
The short: Good experience! We'll definitely be back!One of the better sushi options in NW Indiana. Fish was good but overall selection was a little lacking. Hand rolls were well assembled and decently sized. Would have liked to see more than 1 toro option.Was very happy to see and hear about their separation and prep for those that need to eat gluten free. The waitress was very knowledgeable on the topic.Dining area is not very big so if you have a larger party, be sure to make reservations. Restaurant is on the 2nd floor and I did not see an elevator for handicap accessibilty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Umi is fabulous. Highly recommend for a simple sushi dinner with a great dining room and friendly staff. The service is excellent, and the quality of the sushi is very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time trying UMI!! It was amazing, food and atmosphere. The perfect speakeasy gem to have a friendly gathering or date night. Our server Kaitlyn was spectacular, attentive and always knew the perfect time to come around! She gave great recommendations for menus items and helped the experience be 5/5 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Angry Wife, Umi
Okay, the amount of Sushi you get is not alot of bang for your buck. The really bad part is the tables in the non bar section are so low you can't even eat your food, you basically would have to get on your knees on the floor for it to be at waist level. Whoever came up with that idea should be shot.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Great sushi. Never been disappointed here. It's a small location, but I have not had an issue with waiting (always made a reservation so that is recommended) and enjoy that it feels cozy & not overwhelming with noise and chaos. Service has always been fantastic.
The staff was friendly, but slick. During happy hour (3-5 everyday) Maki rolls are 1/2 off (as listed on their website). I ordered 4 rolls and an appetizer. The food was alright but after a while the rolls made my mouth feel weird. Also the rice was hard, and not all the fish tasted fresh. When it came time to pay the bill, the waitress forgot to take off the discount. She went back to fix her mistake. When she brought the bill for the second time she informed me the limit for the half price Maki rolls is 2 per table. “I’m sorry didn’t know”, she says. As this limit is not listed on the menu, or website I was also unaware of this stipulation. I paid my bill, tipped the waitress and left. In the future I suggest this restaurant fix their website and inform customers of their stipulations before they order.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
I love this place. The food is very fresh. I've visited various sushi places in the area, and nothing compares to Umi. Nothing!!! Small person attention and great kind friendly staff always. There Tuesday and Sunday promo other places can't top it.Parking: Depending on how busy the area is, you might have circle the block
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rock Lobster, 109, Umi
Little spot, there was a long wait for the food. The server was not too attentive. Manager seemed like he was just hanging out at his home, he didn't actually work or watch service or interact with anyone. Will not go back again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
I really wanted to love this place! We get sushi from Strack about 2-3 time a week. We are new to the area and didn’t know any good sushi spots. My husband got our food to go, and we live 15 minutes away, we spend $98 and got about $20 worth of sushi! If there was a 0 star option I would select that! The sushi tasted worse than grocery store sushi. Please see picture of what $98 got us. The value and taste was disappointing. Definitely would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Katelyn is a great server. The food was tasty. There’s no atmosphere or proper seating.Parking: Tough to park
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Dragon, Umi
The chef is amazing, the food and service excellent! 100%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was amazing by the servers and the food looked pretty but I got sick after eating here. Dk if I'll be returning.
I wish there was a 0 star option. The rice was so sticky and mushy that I could not see the rice grains, the avocado was all black, and the eel was not cooked. Overall, it was a terrible meal and the worst sushi rolls that I have tasted in my entire life. I would not recommend anyone to come here for sushi rolls and the other bad reviews are most definitely true.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It was a bit expensive for the quality of sushi. I have paid a lot less for rolls and had better quality.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4