What a great experience overall! Felt “traditional” in many ways and the service was top tier from the start to the finish. I loved the concept and the food was amazing as well. Great spot for a date, friends, birthday or just because.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marta Wisniewska
Thank you to Sylvia and the rest of the Ume team for such an unforgettable experience. We will remember this (early) Valentine’s Day for years to come! The tasting menu was beautifully curated, and being able to experiment with different seasonings, and build your own perfect bite was unlike anything we’ve ever had. From the moment you walk through the door you’re instructed to take your shoes off and wash your hands. You’re escorted past the chefs and you catch a glimpse of the delicious food coming your way. Even in the middle of winter, sitting in the courtyard is a perfect place to sit and enjoy your meal. Our server, Sylvia, went above and beyond throughout our time there to make us feel welcomed and special. We were surprised by how kind, attentive and thoughtful our server was on numerous occasions. We can’t wait to come back!! -Marta and Ben
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gummy
really amazing experience here.. we ended up having to leave the restaurant before we could finish our meal due to unforeseen circumstances but everything was amazing, service, quality and freshness of fish etc.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
Wattanachai CH
If Google Maps had eight stars, I’d give it all eight.
This place made me happy from the moment I sat down: warm, attentive staff and beautifully fresh fish. Every bite from the omakase pieces to the hand roll and chirashiwas pure joy, and the cozy vibe made the meal fly by. I’ll definitely be back.
P.S. Next time I ask for extra wasabi, a big generous scoop would be perfect so you don’t have to come back a few times 😂.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Diane
The vibe is great, but it was too cold in the garden. It was kind of stressful at some point. Come on, temperature is basic for a good experience..The food experience was a fun challenge and unique, but the fish quality and flavor were just ok. 4 out of 12 pieces were 5/5 (the crunchy stuff that comes with crab was the best of all, unagi was rich in flavor, Jeju fluke was the perfect texture, and the yuzu sauce combined the yuzu salt was bomb). But the rest was 3 or 4. The seaweed was great, rice was well seasoned but it could be slightly less sticky. Worth the money? If the temperature is not a problem, yes for once for the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Eriq Nguyen
If you rated this place low, you a hater. Like first off, they make you wash your hands before you even step foot in their establishment, so you already know what time it is. They don’t play about hygiene. Plus you have to take your shoes off. Love it, real method of them. The floor is immaculate too. Alright, so you made it in, the sushi chef’s are LOCKED IN. They got the sets READY. The way the platter looks is immaculate. It’s beautiful. You already wanna snap a photo and flex on your friends like yeah, this the life I really live. Then they got an array of seasonings from around the world that you can pair with any piece of fish, like how fun. That is so creative, so fun, so interactive. Like how big brained is that? Plus every time I’ve been here, the servers are so kind & soft spoken. They explain everything so thoroughly and their lil’ uniforms are so cute. I need to make a reservation soon, I usually feel extra bad & boujee this time of year.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
Gloria Zhang
medium quality, underwhelming services
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Vivien Tran
Sushi set was amazing! Every bite was delicious and fresh. Seasonings were so good and unique, and I especially liked how they gave recs on which salts to eat with each fish. Toro was SO fatty and literally melted in my mouth. It was as much of an amazing experience as it was for its high quality sushi. Definitely would recommend if in the area!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
Lily Yan
such an amazing warm place! the waiter was extremely kind and service was phenomenal. so worth the price too, the fish quality is great. 10/10 would recommend this place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saber Eslaminejad
Truly wonderful experience! The prix fixe menu was amazing. The rice and soup were very delicious, and the sashimi is incredible. I love the customizability where you can decide how you want to eat the sushi. 10/10!
It’s Instagrammable. The food was tasty, and although the drink menu felt a bit overpriced, it was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience. The part where you pair different sashimi with a variety of salts was fun, but I had some doubts about the quality of the fish. Especially the uni we had at the end, it had a strong, unpleasant smell, and finishing it felt more like a challenge than a treat. Also, for those who might find floor seating uncomfortable, just a heads-up. It’s something to be aware of before you go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Rachel Jiang
We had an unforgettable experience at Ume for my mom’s birthday! Everything from the atmosphere to the service made the night special. It took us a bit to find the storefront (rain didn’t help!), so I do wish the sign was a little bigger. They run on a set schedule, but we didn’t wait long from our reservation time.
You remove your shoes and wash your hands before entering, which adds a nice traditional touch. The preset menu includes 12 unique nigiri pieces served in an aesthetic way, and you can order more afterward. I only wish we had more room! They even surprised us with what seemed like vanilla ice cream topped with peanut shavings, which ended up being our favorite part. Big thanks to our enthusiastic server for making the evening so memorable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabi Moreno
I was transported to Japan & I loved every bit of it. I still dream about my meal - the best experience ever !! A MUST GO
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aliya Tang
This place is probably my favorite omakase experience in NYC. I really enjoyed all of the pieces of fish and shellfish that were included in the set menu. The seasoning pairings were also very different from what I’ve seen before and we had the liberty of trying whichever seasonings with whichever course we preferred. The strawberry green tea pairing was absolutely delectable. My favorite piece was the toro; it melted right into my mouth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set, Tuna
Harshil
It’s a really fun dining experience and the staff is wonderful.
Just make sure you really enjoy raw fish before coming in.
Also would definitely recommend the mochi ice cream dessert!
What a great experience overall! Felt “traditional” in many ways and the service was top tier from the start to the finish. I loved the concept and the food was amazing as well. Great spot for a date, friends, birthday or just because.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thank you to Sylvia and the rest of the Ume team for such an unforgettable experience. We will remember this (early) Valentine’s Day for years to come! The tasting menu was beautifully curated, and being able to experiment with different seasonings, and build your own perfect bite was unlike anything we’ve ever had.
From the moment you walk through the door you’re instructed to take your shoes off and wash your hands. You’re escorted past the chefs and you catch a glimpse of the delicious food coming your way. Even in the middle of winter, sitting in the courtyard is a perfect place to sit and enjoy your meal.
Our server, Sylvia, went above and beyond throughout our time there to make us feel welcomed and special. We were surprised by how kind, attentive and thoughtful our server was on numerous occasions.
We can’t wait to come back!!
-Marta and Ben
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
really amazing experience here.. we ended up having to leave the restaurant before we could finish our meal due to unforeseen circumstances but everything was amazing, service, quality and freshness of fish etc.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
If Google Maps had eight stars, I’d give it all eight.
This place made me happy from the moment I sat down: warm, attentive staff and beautifully fresh fish. Every bite from the omakase pieces to the hand roll and chirashiwas pure joy, and the cozy vibe made the meal fly by. I’ll definitely be back.
P.S. Next time I ask for extra wasabi, a big generous scoop would be perfect so you don’t have to come back a few times 😂.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The vibe is great, but it was too cold in the garden. It was kind of stressful at some point. Come on, temperature is basic for a good experience..The food experience was a fun challenge and unique, but the fish quality and flavor were just ok. 4 out of 12 pieces were 5/5 (the crunchy stuff that comes with crab was the best of all, unagi was rich in flavor, Jeju fluke was the perfect texture, and the yuzu sauce combined the yuzu salt was bomb). But the rest was 3 or 4. The seaweed was great, rice was well seasoned but it could be slightly less sticky. Worth the money? If the temperature is not a problem, yes for once for the experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
If you rated this place low, you a hater. Like first off, they make you wash your hands before you even step foot in their establishment, so you already know what time it is. They don’t play about hygiene. Plus you have to take your shoes off. Love it, real method of them. The floor is immaculate too. Alright, so you made it in, the sushi chef’s are LOCKED IN. They got the sets READY. The way the platter looks is immaculate. It’s beautiful. You already wanna snap a photo and flex on your friends like yeah, this the life I really live. Then they got an array of seasonings from around the world that you can pair with any piece of fish, like how fun. That is so creative, so fun, so interactive. Like how big brained is that? Plus every time I’ve been here, the servers are so kind & soft spoken. They explain everything so thoroughly and their lil’ uniforms are so cute. I need to make a reservation soon, I usually feel extra bad & boujee this time of year.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
medium quality, underwhelming services
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Sushi set was amazing! Every bite was delicious and fresh. Seasonings were so good and unique, and I especially liked how they gave recs on which salts to eat with each fish. Toro was SO fatty and literally melted in my mouth. It was as much of an amazing experience as it was for its high quality sushi. Definitely would recommend if in the area!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set
such an amazing warm place! the waiter was extremely kind and service was phenomenal. so worth the price too, the fish quality is great. 10/10 would recommend this place to celebrate a birthday or anniversary
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Truly wonderful experience! The prix fixe menu was amazing. The rice and soup were very delicious, and the sashimi is incredible. I love the customizability where you can decide how you want to eat the sushi. 10/10!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It’s Instagrammable. The food was tasty, and although the drink menu felt a bit overpriced, it was definitely a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience. The part where you pair different sashimi with a variety of salts was fun, but I had some doubts about the quality of the fish. Especially the uni we had at the end, it had a strong, unpleasant smell, and finishing it felt more like a challenge than a treat. Also, for those who might find floor seating uncomfortable, just a heads-up. It’s something to be aware of before you go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
We had an unforgettable experience at Ume for my mom’s birthday! Everything from the atmosphere to the service made the night special. It took us a bit to find the storefront (rain didn’t help!), so I do wish the sign was a little bigger. They run on a set schedule, but we didn’t wait long from our reservation time.
You remove your shoes and wash your hands before entering, which adds a nice traditional touch. The preset menu includes 12 unique nigiri pieces served in an aesthetic way, and you can order more afterward. I only wish we had more room! They even surprised us with what seemed like vanilla ice cream topped with peanut shavings, which ended up being our favorite part. Big thanks to our enthusiastic server for making the evening so memorable!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was transported to Japan & I loved every bit of it. I still dream about my meal - the best experience ever !! A MUST GO
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is probably my favorite omakase experience in NYC. I really enjoyed all of the pieces of fish and shellfish that were included in the set menu. The seasoning pairings were also very different from what I’ve seen before and we had the liberty of trying whichever seasonings with whichever course we preferred. The strawberry green tea pairing was absolutely delectable. My favorite piece was the toro; it melted right into my mouth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Set, Tuna
It’s a really fun dining experience and the staff is wonderful.
Just make sure you really enjoy raw fish before coming in.
Also would definitely recommend the mochi ice cream dessert!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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