Umi Japanese Restaurant
$$$$ • Japanese
Hours:
5849 Ellsworth Ave, Pittsburgh
(412) 362-6198
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Umi Japanese Restaurant Reviews
Anniversary dinner at Umi. Omakase 11 course meal and dessert. Roughly translated, omakase means "I leave it up to you."Ps, this was the breakdown for the meal. I tried to take notes where I could while still trying to be present, so forgive for not detailed descriptions:Salmon tartarSpanish makeral 1st way torchedRed snapperMiso cod aka Sable fishWhite tunaRock shrimp tempuraFluke sashimiLobster and kobe beef spoons with foie grasSalmon bellySpanish makeral 2nd way with garlicToro...read full review
In the past two weeks I have been to Tokyo twice as an airline pilot. I wanted my wife to experience authentic Japanese cuisine. Umi did not disappoint. The quality and presentation were better than two high end restaurants I experienced recently in Tokyo. The service was outstanding. We truly enjoyed dinning there. If you want an experience with loved ones or friends that creates a meaningful experience that won't be forgotten then Umi provides that. An evening is an escape from...read full review
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Menu
Hours
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
Friday | 5 - 9PM |
Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Visited Umi last night with my wife and ordered the 7 course tasting menu. Fish seemed fresh, and service was prompt and descriptive of each dish. I thought the sauces pair with many of the sashimi courses were a little too sweet. I was also disappointed with the dessert course. It was just 5 pieces of chocolate.We ordered a couple of drinks, and they were good.Overall, I think it is better than Gi Xin downtown and at the same price point.