Friday night dinner at Umi in Castleton felt like dining in a galactic marketplace with endless…read morechoices, organized chaos, and the occasional inner battle over how many plates you can handle before your body waves the white flag. At around $30 per person for an all-you-can-eat experience, it's a fair price for the variety they offer. The lineup spans across galaxies with sushi, Chinese American favorites, ramen, hot pot, and more. The buffet area was well kept, clean, and the food looked fresh with no signs of anything leftover from the Clone Wars. The hot pot station deserves a special mention. Frozen meats and vegetables were neatly organized next to the sauce bar, which felt like the Jedi Temple of condiments. Pro tip: don't overload your plate the first or second round. You'll need stamina and strategy to get through this feast. Boba drinks in the dessert fridge were a pleasant surprise and a fun touch. The automatic 12% service fee might catch some diners off guard, but it's clearly posted at the hostess station and can be removed if you ask. For groups of six or more, the service fee bumps up to 15%. Still...the price for the selection isn't bad. Overall, Umi was a great experience. The food was fresh, the atmosphere lively, and the variety impressive. Definitely worth the credits, and I'd gladly return on another mission through the galaxy of all-you-can-eat dining.

I would not come back…read more The restaurant was clean, and the staff was friendly, which I do appreciate. The sushi was the only part of the meal that was decent. Even then, it was nowhere near good enough to justify the $29.99 price. Everything else felt extremely overpriced for the quality. For a buffet at that price point, I expected much better food across the board. If you do not like sushi, do not come here, because that is the only thing that was even somewhat worth eating. Paying $29.99 per person for this experience was rough. Friendly staff and a clean space cannot make up for food that does not match the price. I will not be returning.

I wasn't expecting to find someplace good to eat off the interstate in Terre Haute as my sister and…read moreI drove to Columbus but when I checked yelp I saw that this place was high rated. Well after eating there I would say the high rating is well deserved. I ordered sushi favorites of mine (ikura, hamachi, tuna, salmon) and they were all good. My sister got one of their signature salads which she was happy with. I wish I could remember exactly what we ordered but I think that it is the kind of place that everything on the menu is probably well made.

Good!!!!!!!! Cute restaurant with that also has private seating which I absolutely love!read more

Been coming to ichiban for years and definitely one of Indy's most underrated sushi spots! Very…read morehuge sushi pieces, fresh fish and very affordable! I'm always very impressed with my food :) service is always super fast just not always personable and they may come off as blunt but that doesn't reflect the food quality

Ichiban is my cousins fav sushi spot and it lived up to the hype! The sushi had great flavor and…read morethe presentation was beautiful! The service was just right. The only con is the ambiance. Ive been to nicer restaurants and this one was just too casual.

Food: Very friendly staff when you walk in. I was really impressed by the freshness of such, detail…read morewith sushi rolls, and hibachi plates. I live in the Bay Area so I experience good sushi and this place matches that experience. I had the miso soup, seaweed salad, Terre Haute roll, and Rainbow roll. My go to place when I'm in town. Ambiance: clean on the inside and out. Table seating or hibachi style with a chef. Parking: Plenty of parking in the front but it does fill up fast.

Not impressed. Only gave them a 2 because the yellowtail in the sashimi was good. The house salad…read morewas good as well. The hand rolls were below average. I think the biggest problem is the rice tasted like it was a day old. The edamame salt was table salt which all fell off. I asked for more salt and they brought table salt ‍ My wife ordered chicken from the grill. It had to be the toughest chicken I have ever tried to eat. It was served wrapped around overcooked asparagus like bacon is wrapped around shrimp. Avoid that one! I'll pass this place next time.

Great food and great atmosphere. They always have a wide variety of specials and their quality…read morealways comes out predictably good. I had the soy glazed salmon which I have had several times and is my favorite on the menu. The garlics mashed potatoes and sautéed vegetables are my go to sides. They had a red snapper with some delicious sauce on it and WOW, delightful. The Oscar special steak another person had and really enjoyed as well as the pork shank. The number one best thing to get here through is the bread pudding... best you will ever have hands down.

If you want a perfectly prepared steak and a stellar atmosphere, look no further. We started with…read morethe incredible house bread and their sun-dried tomato pesto garlic spread--it was so unique and flavorful. The ribeye was melt-in-your-mouth good, paired perfectly with the tasty asparagus and those 'chef's kiss' garlic and cheese mashed potatoes. The ambience sets a wonderful mood, and the service was world-class. Our waiter, Jeff, was fantastic! He was so knowledgeable and attentive, making sure the whole experience was top-notch. Can't wait to come back!

This is still my favorite restaurant in Terre Haute, and now that I finally had a chance to eat in…read morethe restaurant, it just confirms this. I had time after arriving in town to stop and have a real sit down meal, so I stopped in. The seating area by the sushi bar is cozy. The staff so friendly and took the time to explain some of the things on the menu. I decided to get a bento box which came with miso soup, a small side salad, and then I added a Valentine roll which was the special on the chalkboard... yum. They paid attention to my ginger allergy and made sure that every plate was ginger free and gave me options that were ginger free. The highlight was the Valentine roll with its shrimp, cream cheese and avocado wrapped in pink rice paper, and drizzled with a wonderful sauce. Plus the rolls were in the shape of hearts! I liked the bento box. The tempura vegetables tasted fresh. The shrimp was cooked well. With the rice side and California roll, I was more than satisfied with the meal. So glad I was able to finally come and eat in. I will definitely come back/order from Zeng when I am back in Terre Haute.

This place is amazing, the food is excellent, staff is excellent, decor beautiful, very cleanread more

I've always enjoyed coming here, even when service was a little slow because I've always loved…read moretheir sushi and miso soup. This visit was no exception! My only regret is not posting this sooner because they're closing in August and I want to give them some more business before they do. They plan on reopening at a new location, but I don't know it yet. Service was a little slow, but admittedly, they were a little busy. They started to seat us, but someone else took that table before we could get to it. Instead of explaining to those people that table was for us, they made us wait a little longer for another table. Once seated, I ordered the Canadian roll and the soft-shell crab roll as well as an order of steamed edamame to share with my wife and a bowl of miso soup. My wife ordered the spicy combo that comes with the Hoosier roll, Bob's roll, and California roll along with a bowl of miso soup. The miso soup came out hot, and full of flavor. The edamame came out after that and it was nicely steamed with sea salt on it. It was just as tasty! My wife enjoyed her spicy combo; all of the sushi was tasty. I loved my sushi as well. I always love the Canadian roll with the cream cheese, salmon, and avocado on the inside and the fish roe on top with the spicy sauce drizzled below it; it was wonderful as usual. The soft-shell crab roll was delicious. I love the bit of deep fried crab that's piled on top of that sushi. It was all so mouthwatering good. All in all an excellent visit. The restaurant was clean, the food was great and the server more than made up for the slight delay on our table. We will definitely come back a few more times before it closes in August.

I'm sad to say that Ocean World is permanently closing at the end of this month. This has been a go…read moreto sushi place for me and my family. I came tonight for one last Bento box. It was as yummy as always. The tempura appetizer was just okay. It had too much sweet potato. The calamari was rubbery and not up to par. Regardless, I'm sad to say goodbye to George and this institution. Farewell to a great place full of memories.

My friends and I came here on a whim, looking for a place with some great sushi during the lunch…read morehour. We enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, nice booth space, and calm lighting. We loved all the food here as well. The sushi bento box was the perfect amount of food for lunch, which came with a salad or soup, California roll, a choice of an entree roll (I got Spider Roll), spring roll, crab Rangoon, 2 gyoza, and sauces. This was delicious. I also got an eel roll, which was sooo good. The service was wonderful with kind, courteous servers and to go cups for the kids. Thank you for a great lunch!

we dined in on a wednesday night and were seated immediately. they were busy but not full. our…read moreserver was very lively and friendly. this was my second time visiting and i was looking forward to the lychee martini which i had previously. however, they no longer have cocktails - only bottled drinks (beer, wine, & sake). i ended up trying a kirin beer which was okay but i'm not a beer lover. we started with veggie gyoza which comes fried. it was steaming and perfectly crispy! delicious - not many places offer a veggie gyoza so it was nice to be able to get it. i ordered the yaki-udon with veggies. it came quickly and was pretty good. i love the chewy texture of the udon noodles. it was covered in some kind of sauce that was tasty but it was also greasy. my boyfriend ordered a salmon sushi bento box and loved it. for the price point and serving sizes, it's a good casual option!

As someone in Indianapolis who is quite particular about authentic Asian cuisine, I am absolutely…read moredelighted to have discovered this spot! Even with the springtime rush making the parking a bit of a challenge, the atmosphere inside is wonderfully inviting. I managed to snag a darling little corner for myself, and the energy was just perfect. The hospitality here is truly top-tier; both the cashier and the gentleman behind the counter are simply lovely. My waiter was beyond charming and presented a menu with an impressive array of sophisticated choices everything from Sichuan Beef Noodle Soup to Steamed Eggplant and Beef Pancakes, with most entrees beautifully priced between $15 and $20. I decided on the Beef Noodle Soup ($12), and oh my goodness it arrived in a mere ten minutes! Talk about impeccable service. The broth was divine, and the meatballs were prepared to perfection. I was so caught up in the moment that I completely forgot to snap a photo before finishing every last bite! It was an absolute triumph of a meal. I am officially obsessed and will most certainly be back with my camera ready next time

Dining as the sole Caucasian representative in any establishment is a sign of promise…read more One left turn through the sliding doors of Saraga Grocery and this pearl sits waiting. Comprised of some communal bench seats and one round table, to dine-in is baptismal. While you sit scanning the space, it's evident that English is held secondarily to the vast majority nearby. Places like these ignite my desire to persist in learning. Like a Pabst Blue Ribbon or roadside Waffle House, this experience isn't for everybody. Gifts of peace and low prices are the sweet reward of other's inability to enjoy the gritty side of life. Expect the same crew holding it down here, with the biggest of smiles radiating from the cashier. Somebody who can laugh at me declining chopsticks because "I know myself" is a magnetic honesty that keeps me coming back. She allows the customer to peruse this menu in silence and may kindly tack on some extra bites when you order late enough in the shift. Much love.

The food is good quality , service is reasonably fast, ambiance was more buffet diner, good to drop…read moreby for lunch and more!

My first time here which was several years ago was the best experience. It's been awhile since I…read morestopped in because the food is not hot, and some dishes are poor quality overall. Today was the last time. Soup was warm at best and the balance was poor quality. Everything is made in large batches and then sits. I don't recommend