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Umi Japanese Restaurant, Pittsburgh, PA

Umi Japanese Restaurant

4.8
4.8
721 Reviews
$50 and over
Japanese

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2 people
11:30 pm
Booked 6 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
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. Reservations are available up to 30 days in advance; we look forward to serving you!

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
  • Website
    http://www.umi.rest/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mr. Shu
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Menu

Guests must choose to dine Umi Family Style or Omakase. Additional items may be ordered à la carte

Umi Family Style

  • Umi Family StyleUSD 160.00

    includes umi salad, miso soup, salmon mushroom sashimi, yellowtail with jalapeño, sawara with garlic ponzu or hot sesame oil, rock shrimp tempura, miso black cod, salmon nigiri with cream cheese, white tuna

    • Dinner for TwoUSD 160.00

Omakase

  • Eleven Courses and DessertUSD 135.00

    experience the essence of mr shu's cuisine with the multi-course omakase meal. our chef will create a unique meal using only the freshest items. truly an experience to savor, the omakase is a tradition in the best sushi houses

    • Seven Courses and DessertUSD 95.00

      Last updated: 8 September 2023

      What 721 people are saying

      Overall ratings and reviews

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

      4.8
      4.8 based on recent ratings
      • 4.7Food
      • 4.8Service
      • 4.6Ambience
      • 4.3Value

      Noise • Moderate

      Loved For

      • Pittsburgh / Western PA

        Innovative

      • Pittsburgh / Western PA

        Healthy

      • Pittsburgh / Western PA

        Romantic

      • Pittsburgh / Western PA

        Good for special occasions

      • Pittsburgh

        Innovative

      • Pittsburgh

        Healthy

      • Pittsburgh

        Romantic

      • Pittsburgh

        Good for special occasions

      Review summary

      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
      Umi Japanese Restaurant in Pittsburgh offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding food" and "amazing service." The omakase menu is "fabulous," featuring beautifully prepared sashimi that "melts in your mouth." While some find it pricey, the "unbelievable courses" and attentive staff make it a memorable visit worth "every penny."

      721 Reviews

      1. Zack

        Cleveland

        2 reviews

        5.0

        2 reviews

        Dined 2 days ago

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Special occasion type of restaurant. Expensive, but, WORTH it, kind of, definitely! We’d do it again! Barry was simply amazing! Definitely a bucket list type of experience!

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      2. Davia

        Chicago

        2 reviews

        5.0

        2 reviews

        Dined 3 days ago

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Umi never ceases to amaze. The food is always divine, especially the chocolate maki. The team of servers are always incredible, too. This time we had the lovely Ashley and she was fantastic. She not only recommended the perfect drink for me, she also seamlessly allowed a dessert substitution for the 7 course dinner tour. If you are a fan of upscale sushi, this is a must-try restaurant!

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      3. Donald

        VIP

        Pittsburgh

        37 reviews

        5.0

        37 reviews

        Dined 4 days ago

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Still excellent after all these years. The fixed price menus feature old standards as well as some fresh innovations. As we've aged, it's a little more difficult to climb the narrow steps and sit in the sunken tables, but fun once you are there! No better fish preparations in the city.

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      4. Annie

        Philadelphia

        1 review

        5.0

        1 review

        Dined 6 days ago

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Amazing food. We had the 11 course Omakase and it was outstanding!!

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      5. Isaac

        Pittsburgh

        2 reviews

        5.0

        2 reviews

        Dined on 9 February 2025

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Everything was delicious! And we really enjoyed what the chef had planned for us.

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      6. kamran

        VIP

        Pittsburgh

        9 reviews

        5.0

        9 reviews

        Dined on 8 February 2025

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        First time at Umi. Fantastic experience. Tatami tables offer a traditional Japanese vibe and a unique experience. Highly recommend.

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      7. Randy

        Boise

        13 reviews

        1.0

        13 reviews

        Dined on 6 February 2025

        1. Overall 1
        2. Food 3
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 3
        Extremely overpriced. The food was good but not fantastic. Menu is limited and generally forced into the price fixe menu.

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      8. Pamela

        Vancouver

        1 review

        5.0

        1 review

        Dined on 2 February 2025

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        It was one of the best meals, experiences and service I have had in a very long time and probably the best in Pittsburgh! Our server was exceptional! The only negative was that we had the Chef’s seven course selection and although there was plenty of food overall to make you full, each individual plate was so good that you wanted more!!!’

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      9. Gabe

        Pittsburgh

        1 review

        5.0

        1 review

        Dined on 1 February 2025

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 4
        Easily one of the best meals I’ve had, not only in Pittsburgh, but in general!

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      10. Laura

        VIP

        Pittsburgh

        16 reviews

        5.0

        16 reviews

        Dined on 31 January 2025

        1. Overall 5
        2. Food 5
        3. Service 5
        4. Ambience 5
        Service and food were delightful. Will definitely be going again

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      FAQs

      Umi Japanese Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 721 OpenTable diners.

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

      Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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      2 people
      11:30 pm
      Booked 6 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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