Umi Sake House

4.7

2547 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for happy hour

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
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Popular dishes

Miso$3.00
tofu, scallions & seaweed
Spicy King Crab**$13.00
king crab, onions, cilantro & habañero tobiko in savory bonito broth
Asari Miso$5.00
manila clams, enoki mushroom, spinach & scallions
Spicy Coconut Lobster**$13.00
lobster, onions, cilantro, coconut milk & habañero tobiko in rich bonito broth

Salads

Beet Salad$8.00
poached beets, mixed greens w/ miso-mustard vinaigrette
Wakame Salad$9.00
seaweed medley of agar, suginor & kikurage w/ sesame oil seasoning & yuzu dressing
Ohitashi Spinach$7.00
blanched spinach w/ sesame dressing & bonito flakes
House Spring Mix$8.00
mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers & tofu croutons tossed in yuzu shiso vinaigrette

Raw Bar

Ahi Tuna Poke*$14.00
tuna, onions, cucumbers, seaweed tossed w/ sesame soy dressing
Jalapeño Hamachi* **$15.00
yellowtail sashimi, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro w/ a yuzu citrus ponzu
Salmon Usuzukuri* **$14.00
thinly sliced salmon drowned in yuzu citrus ponzu w/ jalapeños, sprouts & tobiko
Oyster Shooter* **$3.00
pacific oyster in 7 spice granita, tobiko & pico de gallo
King Crab Tower$17.00
king crab, avocado, snow crab topped w/ pico de gallo yuzu citrus ponzu, wasabi aioli & tobiko
Rainbow Tartare* **$15.00
finely chopped tuna, yellowtail & salmon w/ shrimp, avocado, tobiko & scallions over sushi rice w/ wasabi aioli & spicy ponzu
Ahi Tuna Tower*$14.00
tuna sashimi w/ miso mustard dressing, yuzu aioli, tobiko, shiso & green onions over sushi rice
House Sashimi*$14.00
two slices each of tuna, salmon & yellowtail
Ankimo$13.00
monkfish liver, scallions, tobiko, wasabi aioli & ponzu
Tako Wasabi*$8.00
raw baby octopus marinated in wasabi

Pan Fried

7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **$14.00
lightly seared tuna dusted in 7 spice seasoning w/ tobiko, scallions, roasted garlic ponzu & cilantro aioli
Seared Scallops*$13.00
lightly seared scallops w/ hijiki vinaigrette
Filet Mignon*$15.00
beef tenderloin tataki w/ roasted garlic ponzu & wasabi aioli served w/ salad & creamy yuzu aioli
Seafood Gyoza$12.00
house-made shrimp & scallop dumplings served w/ chili oil ponzu

Fried

Agedashi Tofu$9.00
fried tofu in dashi broth topped w/ bonito flakes, nori, scallions, grated radish & ginger
Crispy Calamari$11.00
fried calamari w/ sweet chili lime sauce, green onions, salad & creamy yuzu aioli
Lobster Tempura$18.00
tempura battered and fried w/ oyster sauce
Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura$14.00
battered and fried w/ side of tempura sauce
Soft Shell Crab$16.00
served w/ wasabi aioli & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Spicy Ginger Chicken**$13.00
fried chicken, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce
Spicy Tomato Tofu**$11.00
fried tofu, tomatoes & okra in a sweet & spicy garlic sauce
Spicy Ginger Tofu**$11.00
fried tofu, bell pepper, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce
Chicken Karaage$10.00
japanese style fried boneless chicken marinated in ginger, garlic & soy w/ yuzu aioli

Grilled

Grilled Squid$11.00
salted & served w/ teriyaki sauce
Garlic Short Ribs$14.00
beef short ribs marinated in garlic soy glaze served w/ taro chips
Black Cod Kasuzuke$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**$18.00
dry rubbed king crab served w/ yuzu citrus butter & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Hamachi Kama$14.00
seasoned yellowtail collar served w/ ponzu & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Shishito Yaki**$7.00
shishito peppers grilled w/ sea salt & lemon

Steamed

Asari Sakamushi$12.00
sake steamed manila clams in garlic butter
Chawan Mushi$8.00
steamed egg custard w/ seafood & chicken please allow time to prepare

Baked

Seafood Trio Bake**$14.00
green mussels, shrimp & crab baked w/ spicy aioli & soy glaze
Dynamite Bake**$14.00
clams, shrimp, scallop, habañero tobiko & spinach baked in spicy snow crab mix & butter

Noodles

Yakisoba$18.00
chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat egg noodles & vegetables
Yakiudon$18.00
chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat udon noodles & vegetables
Nabeyaki Udon$20.00
wheat noodle soup w/ king crab, scallops, egg, kamaboko, clams, shrimp tempura & vegetables
Tempura Udon$16.00
wheat noodle soup w/ shrimp tempura, kamaboko, green onions, spinach & bok choy

What 2,547 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

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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.

2,547 Reviews

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Mikaela
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined today
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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Kenta
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day 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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Katie
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 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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Amelia
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
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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Craig
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 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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Stephanie
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 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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My
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 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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Michael
VIP
Seattle
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 10, 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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Michael
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 5, 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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Teresa
Los Angeles
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Service (Crystal) was excellent and her recommendations were delicious. It got a little loud by the time we left at 7:45 but since we usually dine on the earlier side it will not deter us from going back. So many choices that we might make it a monthly event!
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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 2547 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

Additional information

Cross street
Bell
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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.

Featured in

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Umi Sake House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seattle's Most Iconic Restaurants

House Sashimi

Miso

Crispy Calamari

Soups

Miso$3.00

Spicy King Crab**$13.00

Asari Miso$5.00

Spicy Coconut Lobster**$13.00

Salads

Beet Salad$8.00

Wakame Salad$9.00

Ohitashi Spinach$7.00

House Spring Mix$8.00

Raw Bar

Ahi Tuna Poke*$14.00

Jalapeño Hamachi* **$15.00

Salmon Usuzukuri* **$14.00

Oyster Shooter* **$3.00

King Crab Tower$17.00

Rainbow Tartare* **$15.00

Ahi Tuna Tower*$14.00

House Sashimi*$14.00

Ankimo$13.00

Tako Wasabi*$8.00

Pan Fried

7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **$14.00

Seared Scallops*$13.00

Filet Mignon*$15.00

Seafood Gyoza$12.00

Fried

Agedashi Tofu$9.00

Crispy Calamari$11.00

Lobster Tempura$18.00

Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura$14.00

Soft Shell Crab$16.00

Spicy Ginger Chicken**$13.00

Spicy Tomato Tofu**$11.00

Spicy Ginger Tofu**$11.00

Chicken Karaage$10.00

Grilled

Grilled Squid$11.00

Garlic Short Ribs$14.00

Black Cod Kasuzuke$14.00

7-Spice Grilled King Crab**$18.00

Hamachi Kama$14.00

Shishito Yaki**$7.00

Steamed

Asari Sakamushi$12.00

Chawan Mushi$8.00

Baked

Seafood Trio Bake**$14.00

Dynamite Bake**$14.00

Noodles

Yakisoba$18.00

Yakiudon$18.00

Nabeyaki Udon$20.00

Tempura Udon$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a reservation

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