This is one of the only place open after Thanksgiving in dealE…read more The outside inside didn't look like anything special. We were surprisingly shocked at the quality of service and food here! I ordered a sushi roll and the dumplings. My wife got some noodles. Everything was super fresh, and very tasty. The service was spectacular. It's a really good place to go for some sushi or Asian food.

You can not do better than Umai Sushi in Deale, MD. Carefully and artfully prepared food and…read moregenerous portions.

The majority of my negative review is about the manager. He was the most disrespectful and rude…read moreperson I've ever met in a restaurant setting. As a previous bartender, I was a little shocked at a $14 price for a shot of vodka and Diet Coke. When I asked to speak to the manager, he treated me with such a rude tone that hit me to my core. When I continued the conversation, he walked away and then later, when I went to leave, he gave me a very negative hand gesture and said some more rude words to dismiss me He was also very disheveled and didn't represent the restaurant well at all. I felt like the staff was very embarrassed regarding how the manager treated me. I feel sorry for anyone that works there. Additionally, the filet mignon we had was supposed to be rare and it was medium well and the sushi was just mediocre.

Came in with a party of 15. They sat us all at the same hibachi. Not very comfortable and gave us a…read moresnicker and smirch as if to say "feel free to eff off if you don't like it". The food was so-so. Chef had no idea that you don't cook shellfish in with the vegetables and chicken thereby contaminating the food for anyone with a shellfish allergy. Plus totally screwed up my order and when I said something to the chef, he just ignored me and went on about his business. Will not be back and will not send anyone here for dinner. Overall, they SUCKED!

I had a stellar experience at Otani!…read more The restaurant itself itself is very cozy. The decor is very simple; A few paintings on the wall and a view to watch the sushi chefs at the bar. I ordered the beef tataki, the sashimi platter, and the tako yaki: - The beef tataki was served chilled; The beef was slightly smokey and the sauce was bright, giving the dish a kind of refreshing feeling. - The fish in the sashimi platter was very fresh and the display was beautiful. The sashimi came with miso soup (as good as any other miso soup). - I loved the takoyaki! I tend to think takoyaki tastes about the same everywhere, but this may genuinely have been my favorite takoyaki I've tried in the area; I had to resist ordering a second plate of it. As a solo diner, I spent $58 (excluding tip) for what I perceive to be a lot of food. For a fancy solo outing, I think it was great value for the quality of food. The staff was also very attentive and my food came out promptly. This is a great solo dining or date spot.

Very good customer service, and the sushi was very fresh. We got the sushi, sashimi otani omakase,…read moreit says for 3 but definitely not for 3. Its definitely a bit expensive but the quality of fish was good treat. The bathroom is a bit dark, but otherwise the restaurant is very clean and friendly.

Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by this little hole in the wall spot. I'm not sure what I was…read moreexpecting, but I haven't had a ton of luck at Korean/Japanese restaurants in the past. And when I say that, I mean, restaurants that don't specialize in one or the other, but actually serve both. However, I came here, wanting sushi and Gyoza and that's what I got. Added bonus was the fact that I still got the Korean bonchon and I personally love kimchi, so it was amazing. I'm not going to lie: the sushi was far better than I expected it to be. I ordered either the Monday or Wednesday lol and a spicy toner. I also ordered the beef Gyoza. In total, my bill was 26 or so dollars. The rolls were a very good size. I really liked the flavor of the special roll I got. It was a good size and tasted pretty fresh. I would definitely come back. It is a very small, local business, but it was an enjoyable experience and the food came out very quickly. I also really liked the sauce for the gyoza.

This is one of the only closed sushi spots to me. With that being said I've had better but the…read moresushi was good. I would definitely go back and get some takeout. The inside is very small and it's first come first serve for seats. I really enjoyed my hand roll. The staff were very nice. I didn't like that they charge extra for real crab meat

DH and came here for lunch when they opened on a Sunday and we were glad we came at that time. Not…read morelong after we got there, the restaurant started filling up with large parties and the after church crowd. We were seated almost immediately and we got menus and had our drinks delivered to our table quickly. We noticed that multiple servers came to our table to check on us and bring us our food so we weren't sure if we had an "assigned" server for our table. Our food arrived shortly after and the restaurant got even busier. I'm convinced this place must be popular! The food was a perfect temperature and it was tasty! So why 4 stars and not 5? Just a few things - several of the employees were coughing too much for our comfort and the other reason was because a family came in pushing a stroller and they were seated at a table where the only place they could put the stroller was on either side of the table where the stroller would be in the way. It seemed so dangerous for that family and the baby.

This is my favorite sushi place in southern Maryland. My partner and I make the 45 minute drive…read morehere everytime we want sushi and asian food. We have never been disappointed and everything always tastes fresh! I've tried many of their different sushi rolls and a few of their asian dishes like the general tso chicken and pineapple fried rice. They also have a great lunch special that runs from Monday to Saturday! The service is always quick despite how busy they can be and I love the variety of food they offer. Even if you don't love sushi, there's plenty of other options like ramen, chinese food, habachi (only offered on Friday to Sunday), and much more. Give it a try if you're in the area or if you're looking for great sushi!

My mom wanted hibachi for her birthday so we made it happen. I prefer hanabi because the sushi is…read morephenomenal and all hibachi tastes the same to me because I pour yum yum sauce all over that sh**. My chef was fun and kept the kids laughing. Giving this place five stars because the bartender got my mom tipsy #EatGodAndBeHappy

My daughter requested this restaurant for her birthday celebration. I celebrated two of my…read moredaughters who happened to share the same birthday on Sunday- one that turned 11 and the other that turned 23. The menu serves a variety of dishes and is kid friendly. I made reservations for a group of 20 one week in advance, and I was told I'd be in a private room that sat 20: 10 people per table. I believe they have multiple party rooms with one seating up to 40 people, but I didn't check them out. A group of 11 of us arrived a bit early, and the hostess was able to seat us in the private room without having to wait for the rest of the party. I appreciated that as my mom is handicapped. My party consisted of both children and adults and the server (Yvonne, I believe) was amazing for everyone. She went above and beyond to take care of us, to include those at our second table they arrived a bit later than our reservation called for. Overall, the restaurant was perfect for a party, patient, and the food was great, per usual. Since I was celebrating both daughters' birthday, each chef gave a birthday presentation at each table for each girl. I appreciated that :) We will for sure be back. Good food and good drinks. Thanks, Hanabi!

I stopped by Umai Nori in DC for a late lunch. It wasn't too busy when I went, but I could…read moredefinitely see this place getting packed for dinner. The layout is interesting -- there's an upstairs when you walk in, but the sushi bar and a good bit of seating are downstairs. The menu is pretty straightforward with a mix of hand rolls, appetizers, specialty rolls, nigiri/sashimi, and traditional rolls. They also have a few solid combo deals, though I usually prefer trying a variety of items instead. Service was quick, which is always appreciated at a sushi spot. We ordered a few specialty rolls, two traditional rolls, and a couple orders of sashimi, all served together on one platter. The rolls were a great size -- filling without being overly large. The sashimi was fresh, and the traditional rolls really balanced out the meal nicely. The flounder and tuna sashimi were both excellent, and the California roll made with real crab was simple, fresh, and really satisfying. The total came out somewhere in the $70 range, so after tip and splitting it between two people, it was about $40 each to try multiple rolls and sashimi. Definitely fair pricing for the quality and amount of food. This spot had been on my list for a while, so I'm glad I finally made it over. I'd recommend checking out the menu beforehand so you can go in with a game plan and try the items that stand out most to you.

grabbed takeout for dinner before headed back to my hotel. ordering process was easy but i was…read morekinda miffed that they did not disclose that they charge a 3% fee for credit card transactions. yes, i kno it's getting more and more common, but i still feel it's a little shady when they don't even disclose it. for what's worth, i did have cash to pay for the order. anyway, i got the spider roll (good!), roll me a fatty (funny name, even better taste), shrimp tempura roll (meh), and edamame (fine). the shrimp tempura in the shrimp tempura roll were old and the tempura batter was VERY hard. it was definitely not freshly fried shrimp tempura. what a disappointment. overall, an okay spot but definitely not in a hurry to return.

My wife and I went here for a snack on 4th of July and loved our Crispy Rainbow and Coco Loco…read moreRolls. The service was great too and I left my card so they walked out and handed it to me which was amazing. The ambiance was simple yet clean.

Had a nice quick lunch! Very flavorful and fresh! Right…read moredowntown, small tidy shop. I have nothing else to say but Yelp makes me keep writing!

One of the best sushi spots in Waldorf! This small, quaint, and very quiet restaurant offers both…read moredine-in and takeout, making it perfect whether you're looking for a relaxed meal or something quick to grab. They also have a bar with $5 specials all day, every day--which is a huge plus. The staff are always incredibly friendly and attentive, providing prompt service that makes the experience even better. If you're not in the mood for sushi, the ramen is a must-try--rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The wings also stand out with a very authentic taste that you don't find just anywhere. Overall, this spot is a hidden gem with great food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit!

Wouldn't go back. It's your average sushi spot. We ordered the chef's sampler sashimi along with…read morethe Hawaii Roll and Shrimp Tempura Roll (the name is escaping me). Against my better judgment, i shouldn't have ordered the Hawaii Roll -- the mango inside the roll gave me a bit of pause with consistency issue. Additionally, the rice on the sushi seemed gelatinous, like it was cooked too long. I didn't like it. The Tempura Roll was your standard fare. Lastly, while I love sashimi, the tuna offered with the chef's sampler was just ok. The star was the salmon -- buttery and smooth. Service was fine. We sat at the bar. Again, I wouldn't visit again, but try it for yourself. Cheers!

It's always good to share with someone a really good sushi bar. Yama is exactly that!…read more The food is incredibly fresh, presentation is beautiful, and I've ordered several items on the menu and have not been disappointed in anything. If you're looking for a reasonably priced yet amazing lunch, do try the Yama sushi bar.

Wonderful service! My daughter enjoyed her bday dinner! We love sushi and she has been having a…read moresushi dinner for her bday since she was 8. Now for 17 she selected this location, for us to try. We tried the All Star, Paradise, New Yama, Yamasa, and Phoenix. My daughter's fav was Phoenix as it was very fresh abs mango forward, second fav was Paradise. For me, I would order Paradise and Yamasa again. However All Star really did not have much flavor. We also tried the gyosa appetizer which was delicious. They provide a cucumber salad which was also very tasty! Then for her bday they did a fried cheesecake which helped make the occasion especially unique! Overall very grateful for another great sushi bday dinner in the memory book for my kiddo and finding a great new sushi spot as we explore the area!