Umai
Ivee L · 262 Google reviewsUmai — clean, consistent japanese in Loop. Order the Ramen. The design gives it a sharp first impression. [$$, patio]
What 1,743 diners keep saying
What 1,743 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Easily the best カツカレー I’ve had in the U.S. Portion size is huge, though I thought the amount of rice was strange (as in less than I thought there’d be proportional to the amount of curry)”
“Solid katsu curry! I was pleasantly surprised by a restaurant that served so many different items (sushi, ramen, katsu), but honestly the crisp was just right, the meat tender, and the curry sauce pretty tasty. Not too crowded, food came decently quickly, and all the items looked solid! I would certainly come back if I were in the neighborhood or even just to try more options!”
“My favorite place in the neighborhood. The food is always amazing. The drinks are phenomenal. I definitely recommend this place!”
“Grabbed dinner here after a movie at AMC with the girls and we had a blast! Great atmosphere - although I’d say bring a jacket if it’s cold out - as the entry / exit door lets cold air in if you’re seated near it like we were. Food was fantastic. Enjoyed the lollipop chicken, several different rolls, nigiri, and edamame. They do not skimp on the fish! The spicy tuna roll was pure tuna cuts - not stuffed with fillers like tempera crunch, which some sushi places will do to cut costs. Fish was fresh, tasty, and beautifully prepared. Service - 10/10. Waters refilled regularly, staff always in close proximity to flag down if needed. Food and drinks came out in reasonable window of time. Would totally come back!”
“They have new special menu!!! I ordered the Yaki noodles!!”
“Amazing Japanese food in the south loop of Chicago! Our server Yui was awesome”
“Great sushi, staff was very attentive and kind. Got there at 5 and was seated immediately. By the time we left every other table was filled.”
“I walked in at 5 and got a table immediately but the restaurant filled up quickly. I got the mexicana roll and a half roll of surf and turf. Both were melt in mouth amazing. The lychee martini was also very tasty. The staff was very nice. Looking forward to my next visit.”
“My husband and I went here for the first time Friday night, our first time in Chicago. It was so good that despite all the restaurants in the are, we went back Saturday. Food was delicious, service was great.”
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