I've been to plenty of Japanese restaurants, so my expectations are very high. This place exceeded them and more! Great lunch combination options and flavorful miso, but the real star here is an extensive list of unique signature sushi rolls -- including options I've never even seen at any other sushi place. They have pictures of these specialties, as well as extensive descriptions, and our server did a good job of providing further explanations and recommendations. We had an unbelievably delicious lunch, and seriously considered coming back for dinner! The location is a little bit difficult to get to, but that's a small price to pay for such a hidden gem. Do yourself a favor and give this place a try, you won't be disappointed!
1st experience wasn't great. Decided to give it another chance. Horrible decision. Regret ??
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
G Caz
Saw many locals come in and be greeted by first name. Food was great. Treated well. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
M E.
Food was fantastic! Very reasonably priced and Laura was awesomely helpful. Thanks guys!
Zebadiah Kimmel
I had heard good things about this place, but my visit was disappointing. I ordered a take-out sushi boat for two people for a special occasion. What I received for $70 was a sparse platter which appeared (to me) sized for just one person, even though the restaurant insisted that it was for two. The few sashimi offerings each comprised 3 slices, which was frustrating to try to divide among 2 people. The fish tasted at best OK, with several items tasting not-so-OK, like they'd been sitting out of the frig for a while. The tamago in particular was stale and cardboardy. I want to support local businesses, but this takeout felt like taking advantage of me. In the end the two of us made a second dinner to make up for the shortfall.
Food: 2
Nikita P.
I stopped in at Umi for dinner during a work trip in the area last week. I ordered two maki rolls via DoorDash and picked it up. When I arrived my order wasn't ready yet so I had a chance to sit and look around. They were pretty busy for a Wednesday night. The servers seemed to be attentive and the customers seem to all be enjoying their food. The place is on the small size but it's nicely decorated and feels very cozy inside. Once I got back to my room I was able to taste my food. My rolls were okay. I've definitely had better but in a pinch I would probably try their location again.
Kiran Panjwani
The salad was goodBugs around my foodI ordered the chicken teriyaki bento box and the chicken was horrible. It was so hard and chewy! Plus the fake grill marks made it more unappetizingAlso the sushi was not very goodThe server said next time I should order Salmon! I don’t think I’m coming back next time
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
C Yang
Drop by for supper. Ordered the Tuna Tataki and the fish was fresh. Deserve a 5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Sheff
Great sushi. We stayed away from the kitchen dishes based on reviews. Very friendly, and quick preparation for take out. We'd go back.
this place was delicious!! got the spicy tuna and fuji roll— they were amazing! some of the best spicy tuna i’ve ever had. and service was quick and friendlyDietary restrictions: accommodated my boyfriend’s gluten allergy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Roll
Zhenyu Li
Great food and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll
Cindy M.
I was in the Waltham area and wanted sushi, so I had to check this place out. Plenty of strip mall parking. The shop is in a shopping center off of 95. I picked up a deluxe sushi pkg. A bit pricey but tasted fresh and I loved it. I ended up taking it to my hotel, so I didn't get the whole waitress experience. I'll be back!
Roza Nazari
The sushi didn't taste good; it was quite disappointing.
Fun atmosphere grat waitstaff fun
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Deluxe
I've been to plenty of Japanese restaurants, so my expectations are very high. This place exceeded them and more! Great lunch combination options and flavorful miso, but the real star here is an extensive list of unique signature sushi rolls -- including options I've never even seen at any other sushi place. They have pictures of these specialties, as well as extensive descriptions, and our server did a good job of providing further explanations and recommendations. We had an unbelievably delicious lunch, and seriously considered coming back for dinner! The location is a little bit difficult to get to, but that's a small price to pay for such a hidden gem. Do yourself a favor and give this place a try, you won't be disappointed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Phoenix Maki, Torched Salmon Belly, Sushi Deluxe, Soup
1st experience wasn't great. Decided to give it another chance. Horrible decision. Regret ??
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Saw many locals come in and be greeted by first name. Food was great. Treated well. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food was fantastic! Very reasonably priced and Laura was awesomely helpful. Thanks guys!
I had heard good things about this place, but my visit was disappointing. I ordered a take-out sushi boat for two people for a special occasion. What I received for $70 was a sparse platter which appeared (to me) sized for just one person, even though the restaurant insisted that it was for two. The few sashimi offerings each comprised 3 slices, which was frustrating to try to divide among 2 people. The fish tasted at best OK, with several items tasting not-so-OK, like they'd been sitting out of the frig for a while. The tamago in particular was stale and cardboardy. I want to support local businesses, but this takeout felt like taking advantage of me. In the end the two of us made a second dinner to make up for the shortfall.
Food: 2
I stopped in at Umi for dinner during a work trip in the area last week. I ordered two maki rolls via DoorDash and picked it up. When I arrived my order wasn't ready yet so I had a chance to sit and look around. They were pretty busy for a Wednesday night. The servers seemed to be attentive and the customers seem to all be enjoying their food. The place is on the small size but it's nicely decorated and feels very cozy inside. Once I got back to my room I was able to taste my food. My rolls were okay. I've definitely had better but in a pinch I would probably try their location again.
The salad was goodBugs around my foodI ordered the chicken teriyaki bento box and the chicken was horrible. It was so hard and chewy! Plus the fake grill marks made it more unappetizingAlso the sushi was not very goodThe server said next time I should order Salmon! I don’t think I’m coming back next time
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Drop by for supper. Ordered the Tuna Tataki and the fish was fresh. Deserve a 5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great sushi. We stayed away from the kitchen dishes based on reviews. Very friendly, and quick preparation for take out. We'd go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Nice Yaki noodles , with beef.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
this place was delicious!! got the spicy tuna and fuji roll— they were amazing! some of the best spicy tuna i’ve ever had. and service was quick and friendlyDietary restrictions: accommodated my boyfriend’s gluten allergy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Roll
Great food and drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll
I was in the Waltham area and wanted sushi, so I had to check this place out. Plenty of strip mall parking. The shop is in a shopping center off of 95. I picked up a deluxe sushi pkg. A bit pricey but tasted fresh and I loved it. I ended up taking it to my hotel, so I didn't get the whole waitress experience. I'll be back!
The sushi didn't taste good; it was quite disappointing.
Food: 1