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Umi Sake House, Seattle, WA

Umi Sake House

4.7
4.7
2548 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 74 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Neighbourhood gem
Umi Sake House is a unique Japanese cuisine restaurant in the Belltown area of Seattle featuring the highest quality seafood available in the Northwest, a large izakaya-style tapas menu, and boasting a sake list of over 60 imported Japanese bottles. The interior is multi-faceted, with a black slate tiled traditional dining room, a gorgeous 14 person capacity wooden sushi bar, a semi private "tatami" room which holds 12 people, a larger 25 person private dining room, an enclosed "back patio" casual dining room complete with tropical garden, a black concrete liquor bar with custom sake cocktails and fusion traditional cocktails. The variety of atmospheres allows for a different experience with every visit, and the vastness and quality of the menu does the same. For the budding sake enthusiast or the seasoned veteran, the sake menu at Umi is bottle for bottle the best found anywhere outside of Japan!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (206) 374-8717
  • Website
    http://umisakehouse.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Arcelia Castillo
  • Catering
    Available with sufficient notice, and designed to suit function.
  • Private party facilities
    Available for wedding receptions, private parties, anniversaries, etc.
  • Location
    2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Bell
  • Parking details
    Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
  • Public transit
    Yes
  • Entertainment
    Jazz, motown, or lounge music played 'til 10pm. Upbeat lounge, R&B, old school & 80's music played 10pm- close.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Menu

Soups

  • MisoUS$3.00

    tofu, scallions & seaweed

    • Spicy King Crab**US$13.00

      king crab, onions, cilantro & habañero tobiko in savory bonito broth

      • Asari MisoUS$5.00

        manila clams, enoki mushroom, spinach & scallions

        • Spicy Coconut Lobster**US$13.00

          lobster, onions, cilantro, coconut milk & habañero tobiko in rich bonito broth

          Salads

          • Beet SaladUS$8.00

            poached beets, mixed greens w/ miso-mustard vinaigrette

            • Wakame SaladUS$9.00

              seaweed medley of agar, suginor & kikurage w/ sesame oil seasoning & yuzu dressing

              • Ohitashi SpinachUS$7.00

                blanched spinach w/ sesame dressing & bonito flakes

                • House Spring MixUS$8.00

                  mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers & tofu croutons tossed in yuzu shiso vinaigrette

                  Raw Bar

                  • Ahi Tuna Poke*US$14.00

                    tuna, onions, cucumbers, seaweed tossed w/ sesame soy dressing

                    • Jalapeño Hamachi* **US$15.00

                      yellowtail sashimi, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro w/ a yuzu citrus ponzu

                      • Salmon Usuzukuri* **US$14.00

                        thinly sliced salmon drowned in yuzu citrus ponzu w/ jalapeños, sprouts & tobiko

                        • Oyster Shooter* **US$3.00

                          pacific oyster in 7 spice granita, tobiko & pico de gallo

                          • King Crab TowerUS$17.00

                            king crab, avocado, snow crab topped w/ pico de gallo yuzu citrus ponzu, wasabi aioli & tobiko

                            • Rainbow Tartare* **US$15.00

                              finely chopped tuna, yellowtail & salmon w/ shrimp, avocado, tobiko & scallions over sushi rice w/ wasabi aioli & spicy ponzu

                              • Ahi Tuna Tower*US$14.00

                                tuna sashimi w/ miso mustard dressing, yuzu aioli, tobiko, shiso & green onions over sushi rice

                                • House Sashimi*US$14.00

                                  two slices each of tuna, salmon & yellowtail

                                  • AnkimoUS$13.00

                                    monkfish liver, scallions, tobiko, wasabi aioli & ponzu

                                    • Tako Wasabi*US$8.00

                                      raw baby octopus marinated in wasabi

                                      Pan Fried

                                      • 7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **US$14.00

                                        lightly seared tuna dusted in 7 spice seasoning w/ tobiko, scallions, roasted garlic ponzu & cilantro aioli

                                        • Seared Scallops*US$13.00

                                          lightly seared scallops w/ hijiki vinaigrette

                                          • Filet Mignon*US$15.00

                                            beef tenderloin tataki w/ roasted garlic ponzu & wasabi aioli served w/ salad & creamy yuzu aioli

                                            • Seafood GyozaUS$12.00

                                              house-made shrimp & scallop dumplings served w/ chili oil ponzu

                                              Fried

                                              • Agedashi TofuUS$9.00

                                                fried tofu in dashi broth topped w/ bonito flakes, nori, scallions, grated radish & ginger

                                                • Crispy CalamariUS$11.00

                                                  fried calamari w/ sweet chili lime sauce, green onions, salad & creamy yuzu aioli

                                                  • Lobster TempuraUS$18.00

                                                    tempura battered and fried w/ oyster sauce

                                                    • Shrimp & Vegetable TempuraUS$14.00

                                                      battered and fried w/ side of tempura sauce

                                                      • Soft Shell CrabUS$16.00

                                                        served w/ wasabi aioli & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                        • Spicy Ginger Chicken**US$13.00

                                                          fried chicken, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce

                                                          • Spicy Tomato Tofu**US$11.00

                                                            fried tofu, tomatoes & okra in a sweet & spicy garlic sauce

                                                            • Spicy Ginger Tofu**US$11.00

                                                              fried tofu, bell pepper, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce

                                                              • Chicken KaraageUS$10.00

                                                                japanese style fried boneless chicken marinated in ginger, garlic & soy w/ yuzu aioli

                                                                Grilled

                                                                • Grilled SquidUS$11.00

                                                                  salted & served w/ teriyaki sauce

                                                                  • Garlic Short RibsUS$14.00

                                                                    beef short ribs marinated in garlic soy glaze served w/ taro chips

                                                                    • Black Cod KasuzukeUS$14.00

                                                                      marinated in sake kasu for 3 days w/ saikyo sweet miso & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                      • 7-Spice Grilled King Crab**US$18.00

                                                                        dry rubbed king crab served w/ yuzu citrus butter & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                        • Hamachi KamaUS$14.00

                                                                          seasoned yellowtail collar served w/ ponzu & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                          • Shishito Yaki**US$7.00

                                                                            shishito peppers grilled w/ sea salt & lemon

                                                                            Steamed

                                                                            • Asari SakamushiUS$12.00

                                                                              sake steamed manila clams in garlic butter

                                                                              • Chawan MushiUS$8.00

                                                                                steamed egg custard w/ seafood & chicken please allow time to prepare

                                                                                Baked

                                                                                • Seafood Trio Bake**US$14.00

                                                                                  green mussels, shrimp & crab baked w/ spicy aioli & soy glaze

                                                                                  • Dynamite Bake**US$14.00

                                                                                    clams, shrimp, scallop, habañero tobiko & spinach baked in spicy snow crab mix & butter

                                                                                    Noodles

                                                                                    • YakisobaUS$18.00

                                                                                      chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat egg noodles & vegetables

                                                                                      • YakiudonUS$18.00

                                                                                        chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat udon noodles & vegetables

                                                                                        • Nabeyaki UdonUS$20.00

                                                                                          wheat noodle soup w/ king crab, scallops, egg, kamaboko, clams, shrimp tempura & vegetables

                                                                                          • Tempura UdonUS$16.00

                                                                                            wheat noodle soup w/ shrimp tempura, kamaboko, green onions, spinach & bok choy

                                                                                            Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                            What 2,548 people are saying

                                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                            4.7
                                                                                            4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                            • 4.7Food
                                                                                            • 4.6Service
                                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                            Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                              Japanese

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                                            • Seattle

                                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                            Umi Sake House in Seattle offers a vibrant dining experience with "incredible food" and "fantastic service." Known for its extensive happy hour menu and "fresh, delicious sushi," it's a favorite for both locals and visitors. While it can be "a little loud," the atmosphere is lively and welcoming, making it a must-visit spot. Enjoy the "best sushi in Seattle" and a memorable evening at this bustling gem.

                                                                                            2,548 Reviews

                                                                                            1. Mikaela

                                                                                              Los Angeles

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              2.0

                                                                                              3 reviews

                                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 1
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              The food was excellent, but our server tricked us into buying a very expensive humongous bottle of sake that we did not need. As we were looking at the size of the bottle and commenting on how large it was, she quickly opened it so we felt like we were stuck and could’t do anything about it. We felt very taken advantage of.

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                                                                                            2. JENESIS

                                                                                              Los Angeles

                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                              Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had. Great portions for the price

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                                                                                            3. Kenta

                                                                                              Denver

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Food and service were fantastic and at reasonable prices!

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                                                                                            4. Katie

                                                                                              Hawaii

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                              Food was great, service was good, restaurant was cute and swanky but it was so loud I had to yell across my table to have a conversation and tables were too tightly packed.

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                                                                                            5. Amelia

                                                                                              San Francisco

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              2.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined on 19 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                                                              2. Food 1
                                                                                              3. Service 3
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              I was so disappointed with the food this time around. I have been coming here for 6 years and this experience was so disappointing. We got 5 rolls and 2 appetizers for our group of 4. All the rules except for one were really mushy and did not seem fresh. The one that was really good. It was only good because of the sauce. The actual quality of the role was pretty bad. It was lovely, but the check-in host was extremely rude. I sent a message letting them know that due to traffic we possibly could be up to 15 minutes late for our reservation, but we ended up only being six minutes late. She informed us that due to other reservations after us we would have a limited time, which is completely understandable. But the way it was communicated seemed as though they had a full house and that we were an extreme inconvenience We spent upwards of $300 at this location to celebrate my best friend getting engaged an hour before the reservation . Every time they visit from out of state, we go out to Umi and this is our last time going. I am so disappointed with the quality of food and hope that there standard returns in the future.

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                                                                                            6. Craig

                                                                                              Seattle

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Tasty food and excellent service! Been here twice now and will definitely be back.

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                                                                                            7. Stephanie

                                                                                              Seattle

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              1 review

                                                                                              Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              The food is SO good! Very reasonably priced for the quality. And the service was fantastic - professional, attentive, accommodating to my food restrictions, and warm. We will definitely return!

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                                                                                            8. My

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              San Diego

                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              We had a fantastic time and wonderful meal. Would definitely come back.

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                                                                                            9. Michael

                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                              Seattle

                                                                                              14 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              14 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on 10 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                              The low outdoor patio tables are very u realistic for eating sushi. If people are coming for dinner they should be seated at a table. The low tables are good for drinks and hand held but really bad for a dinner seating.

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                                                                                            10. Michael

                                                                                              Philadelphia

                                                                                              12 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              12 reviews

                                                                                              Dined on 5 December 2024

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Whenever I am in Seattle I grab dinner at Umi Sake House. Best fish in town! Great selection of sushi and creative and delicious rolls.

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                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                            Umi Sake House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 374-8717.

                                                                                            Umi Sake House is rated 4.7 stars by 2548 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                            19:00
                                                                                            Booked 74 times today

                                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                            Google Map for Umi Sake House

                                                                                            2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                                              Bell
                                                                                            • Area
                                                                                              Downtown
                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                              Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
                                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                                              Casual Elegant
                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                              Smart Casual
                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                              Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
                                                                                            • Public transit
                                                                                              Yes
                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                                              Arcelia Castillo
                                                                                            • Entertainment
                                                                                              Jazz, motown, or lounge music played 'til 10pm. Upbeat lounge, R&B, old school & 80's music played 10pm- close.
                                                                                            • Additional
                                                                                              Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                                                            • Website
                                                                                              http://umisakehouse.com/
                                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                                              (206) 374-8717
                                                                                            • Catering
                                                                                              Available with sufficient notice, and designed to suit function.
                                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                                              Available for wedding receptions, private parties, anniversaries, etc.

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