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Umi Japanese Restaurant, Pittsburgh, PA

Umi Japanese Restaurant

4.9
4.9
700 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Neighbourhood gem
With every detail considered and every arrangement intended, Umi exists to please with gentle perfection. Perfectly fresh fish is prepared in an elegantly and understated manner. Traditional Japanese decor reflects the ancient art of sushi while lively music and contemporary service align with the modern and masterful preparation of the plates. Climb the steps for an exquisitely refined journey.

Umi is located directly upstairs from Soba in Shadyside.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (412) 362-6198
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Shu
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What 700 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Overall

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Service

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Best Ambience

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Romantic

  • Pittsburgh / Western PA

    Good for special occasions

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Overall

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Food

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Service

  • Pittsburgh

    Best Ambience

  • Pittsburgh

    Romantic

  • Pittsburgh

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Umi Japanese Restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience with its upscale omakase selections and "best sushi in the world." Guests consistently praise the "amazing service" and delightful staff, making it ideal for special occasions. While some miss simpler sushi options, the exceptional flavors and atmosphere make it a must-visit.

700 Reviews
  1. Maud

    Yosemite

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at Umi, delicious food and great team!

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  2. Anthony

    Pittsburgh

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 17 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    UMI is a gem. Every bite was sensational. And our server, Barry, was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. The only thing we found a bit off was the background music, but barely so.

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  3. Vincent

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good but the 11 course meal was mainly sashimi and I like rolls and nigiri more. The price is super high for the value in my opinion and a lot of other places that I prefer. Food was good but not worth the money in my opinion.

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  4. Carl

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was as expected..great. Service from Danielle was great as always.

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  5. katie

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We indulged in the eleven course menu and it was amazing! We can't wait to go back

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  6. Kimberly

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff at Umi were amazing! I booked this reservation earlier in the week as a surprise for my wife. I wanted to honor her with a special dinner. The day of the reservation, Jeff called me and asked if there was anything we are celebrating. I told him no, just wanted to make it special for my wife. Later on, our afternoon plans got changed and I messaged the restaurant to see if we can come in earlier. I spoke with Ashley and she was so delightful. When we got to the reservation we were greeted with such kindness. There was a card on the table welcoming my wife to Pittsburg. Ashley was an amazing server, she explained everything and was a pleasure to speak with the whole time. Jeff came and greeted us and spoke with us too. The food here was outstanding. All the sashimi was perfectly planned and prepared. Everything melted in your mouth. The red snapper and truffle was my absolute favorite, which Ashely recommended. When I thought of something special, they really outdid themselves. Never have I had such a great experience as I did with Umi and the staff. Please come to the restaurant and have an experience you’ll never forget. I felt like I was surrounded by with friends and family that really cared.

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  7. Lindsey

    Pittsburgh

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 30 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Barry is the absolute best! He made our experience even more special. The food was, of course, delicious.

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  8. Scott

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Service and the food are outstanding. You can not find Better Sushi in Pittsburgh.

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  9. heatherr

    Pittsburgh

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service. We did the 11 course omakase and the preparation and flavors were absolutely amazing.

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  10. PghDiner79

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 12 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We struggled to decide on dining family style vs 7-course omakase vs 11-course omakase. Ultimately, we decided on the 11-course omakase and don't regret our choice. It was delicious and well paced. A great way to spend an evening.

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FAQs

Umi Japanese Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 700 OpenTable diners.

Umi Japanese Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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2 people
10:30 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Umi Japanese Restaurant

5849 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    College Avenue
  • Area
    Shadyside
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Shu
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine
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