UMAMI Japanese Bistro
$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars, Vegan Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout UMAMI Japanese Bistro
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UMAMI Japanese Bistro Reviews
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Brought an out of town guest, and while they do not do omakase on the weekend, Chef was kind enough to do it for us! One of the best meals I’ve ever had in Baton Rouge!! Even better we sat at the sushi bar & could watch as each course come together! 👍👍
Sushi was so fresh it was delicious! Service was exceptional too!
We celebrated my 40th birthday at Umami with our little family party of five, kids included, and it was such a wonderful experience! I have celiac disease and a shellfish allergy, so dining out can sometimes feel overwhelming. We made reservations more than a week in advance and contacted the restaurant with questions about the menu, and everyone was incredibly helpful.
Our server, who is a senior at LSU, was an absolute sweetheart! She was friendly, patient, and never...read full review
Our server, who is a senior at LSU, was an absolute sweetheart! She was friendly, patient, and never...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
UMAMI Japanese Bistro in Baton Rouge offers a modern, clean atmosphere with attentive service and reasonable prices. Known for their high-quality sushi, this spot remains popular with many customers. The blue crab and soft shell crab fried rice from the specials menu are recommended, though some find it a bit bland. The spicy ramen soup and nichi roll are also highly praised. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the menu features a variety of specialty fish like uni and bluefin tuna, catering to different tastes and budgets. While some dishes like the LSU roll and crunch rolls may not meet everyone's expectations, the restaurant still provides a good experience for sushi lovers and those new to Japanese cuisine alike. Overall, UMAMI continues to be a favorite spot for fresh and delicious sushi in Baton Rouge.