The reservation and waitlist is messed up. We were waiting in the waitlist for 40 mins and then someone just came and instead of joining the waitlist made a reservation on Yelp in 10 mins and they were given a table before us and we waited a total of 1 hr. Giving 3* because the food was good. They really have to do something to manage the seating during rush hours... read more

Had great experience here yesterday. Even though we waited about 20 minutes for a table, the server who greeted and seated us was incredibly friendly professional and welcoming. She kept Everything organized and made us feel well taken care of from the moment we arrived. The food was delicious and overall experience was great. We definitely coming back! read more

I used to go to the restaurant that was here before. I was sad when it closed, but I think this restaurant is such a good replacement for it. They remodeled it's so nicely. The booths fit more people and I like the iPad menus. I ordered a salmon bento box and it was a generous portion. The prices are reasonable and service was great. I would definitely come back here. read more

Sushi Umami - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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My family and I recently dined at Sushi Umami in Milpitas, and overall we had a great experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with warm lighting, a clean and modern interior, and a welcoming atmosphere. We had made a reservation and were hoping for a booth, but were seated at the sushi bar instead. While it wasn't our preferred seating choice, it didn't take away from our enjoyment of the meal. We ordered the sashimi box, shrimp tempura appetizer, garlic butter edamame, six oysters (using their 3-for-3 promotion), a buy-one-get-one Warriors Roll, two Coke Zero cans, a side of rice, and miso soup. Everything was delicious, fresh, and well-prepared. My favorite item was definitely the Warriors Roll (the combination of shrimp tempura with torched salmon on top was absolutely amazing) One thing I really appreciated was the pacing of the meal. The food came out at just the right times, so we always had something to enjoy without feeling rushed or waiting around between dishes. Our server was also very sweet and attentive throughout the experience. The only reason I'm not giving a full five stars is because there was an issue when we were checking out. After we had already left, we were called back because our card had accidentally been charged for another table's bill. The staff handled the refund process, but it did require us to stay an additional 15 minutes to get everything sorted out. I understand that mistakes happen, and everyone was polite while resolving it, but it was still an inconvenience at the end of an otherwise wonderful meal. Overall, the food was excellent, the atmosphere was inviting, and the service was friendly. We'd definitely return, especially for the Warriors Roll. read more

Do yourself a favor and order the lion king roll as soon as you sit down -- it is sooo good, but does take a while to come out. My bf's chicken teriyaki box came out super fast and he was halfway done with it before my roll came out. Again, super worth it -- salmon is so fresh and flavorful -- just know you'll have to wait ~20min. Chicken teriyaki sauce was very good and my bf enjoyed his meal a lot. read more

3 stars because their food is actually good. I've been here 3x now. The first time was on their soft opening. We were seated right away. The sushi was still a bit frozen. I bit into some still icy piece of fish. But I shrugged it off, giving them a bit of leeway since it's still soft opening. Second time, still a bit lost on their check-in process. When we went in, nobody was at the hostess stand. So I just stood there like a lost puppy until someone came and had the people infront of us seated. I then detected a bit of an attitude from the hostess. I again brushed that off. Not everyone can be chirpy all the time. Third time, same thing happened. Hostess and this time, even our server had attitudes! I can't tell you a specific action just a vibe you can feel. No complaint on the food. Just the server's and hostess' attitude. I can't remember if they're the same person though. Oh, before I forget, you order through a tablet. It's better than a QR code menu (I detest those!) but kinda gross. The screens are not cleaned/wiped down after every customer so you can see the oily residue on the screens. I have to remember to bring wipes if I ever go back. Food good but attitude laden server/hostess. read more

My friend and I visited this restaurant after seeing tiktok review that highly recommended the food but unfortunately our experiences was quite disappointed. The oyster shooter we ordered isn't fresh and it is kinda fishy taste which made them unappertizing. Next we ordered grilled hamachi fish cheek. I always had it at different restaurants I thought it will be the same buttery and and rich. However this is very first time it turned out dried and they heavily seasoned like a Chinese style grilled. The other two dishes were just average. To make the matter worse, about 40 mins after the meal, I started experiencing stomach pain and diarrhea. I will surely not coming back read more

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Hidden gem! My husband and I came her on a rare date night and truly enjoyed our experience! My husband tried their chicken teriyaki bento box and every item was tasty. I tried a few of rolls and a sashimi selection. Nice ambience and peaceful decor. read more

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New sushi spot in Milpitas!! It was our first time here; we ended up landing on Sushi Umami when craving handrolls. Every photo of their food on Yelp looked beautiful and they definitely lived up to our expectations! They're located right by the busy intersection of Dixon Landing / Milpitas Blvd. We came in for a Friday dinner shortly after 5pm and were met without a wait, though it seemed to get much busier closer to 6:30-7pm. The space here is beautiful. You can tell that they were very intentional with how the restaurant was decorated. I loved how light and spacious it felt. Ordering is done via an iPad, and our food came out very quickly after we sent our orders in. As for what we got: + Omakase (9pc) ($50): Delicious! The fish tasted fresh. I think the only piece that I didn't love was the squid, and TBH the rice... the rice was a bit dry. On the bright side, presentation was beautiful! + Sashimi Box (18pc) ($52): I'd keep in mind that the fish selection is essentially the same as the omakase; had I realized this, I'd probably go for a roll next time lol. + Spicy Scallop Handroll ($8.50): A lil bit too much spicy mayo tbh, but the scallop tasted fresh and the handroll was well constructed! + Salmon Skin Handroll: LOOOOVE me a good salmon skin roll. It was a bit awkwardly constructed because there was a ton of salmon skin on one half of it and almost none on the other half, but nothing my chopsticks couldn't fix. There were only 2 servers working the entire restaurant, so things got a bit busy and it felt difficult to get their attention. It actually took longer for us to check out / get the bill than to get our food. But, the servers were generally friendly and we appreciated how quick the actual meal was! read more

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To begin they do take reservations; we were seated promptly and immediately the servers brought hot tea/water. Very excellent initial service upon arrival despite being a full house with all the tables occupied and a line out the door on a Saturday evening. Interior decor was stunning, everything is brand new and reminiscent of Japan. I enjoyed the interior design and was very well lit. Onto the food review, the rolls first! Double Toro - 8.33/10 Sunshine - 8/10 Monster - 7/10 The double toro had excellent flavor topped with real wasabi. It has fatty tuna and salmon belly and a plethora of cucumber. I wish they had some other ingredients but they really do load up on the cucumber if that's what you like. This is most notably their most popular posted item, which is a good item, but not necessarily a "oh wow I HAVE to get this everytime I come" type of dish The sunshine roll was excellent addition as it is a crispier and crunchier roll that helps balance out the raw fish of the other dishes. Excellent option for a nice palate cleanser. The roll was HUGE, when it came out I was quite surprised and had to take a photo just to compare with my arm as a benchmark because normal photos did not do it justice . Monster roll was good, but it could not compete against the other two rolls as we ended up order another Sunshine and Double Toro in the second round. Most notably for the monster roll is that they included asparagus which was refreshing considering most rolls don't include that ingredient so, nice change of pace. We also ordered nigiri, most notably the salmon, tuna, and scallop. We also ordered the chefs recommended nigiri which they advised us to try as well. Overall the nigiri slices were fat! However the flavor wasn't anything special. Overall I would give the sashimi 8/10 as it was good not but out of this world, and they did put in some effort in presentation. All in all very solid sushi place if you are located near the area. It's position in the current market for sushi restaurants is strong albeit not the leader... (at this time) They do have opportunities to differentiate and create a signature item to truly elevate it to the next level to retain their customers for the future. read more

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This is place I'd highly recommend my circles to try. Chirashi Sushi and Fried squid I ordered were so great. Nostalgic Japanese music, Sukima Swtich, I was very amazed by. Thank you. read more

Sushi Umami - Chirashi Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Friday night and my friends got a table before I got there so I didn't have to wait. There was a group of a few people waiting outside already though and I felt it was early for dinner. The restaurant felt on the smaller side but it was ok for a sushi spot. The parking situation was also ok. It was a small parking lot compared to to all they have to offer around the area, but just drive a loop and there will be someone pulling off, especially if they're just picking up orders for delivery or grabbing a quick boba drink. There's like 3 of them around so people are always coming and going. The service was spot on, I feel like as soon as I had an empty bowl or an empty plate, it was picked up right away (I love that) and my cup of water is filled pretty quickly once I drink it. Keep in mind this is a busy Friday night so they're packed and still pretty attentive, considering you're ordering off an iPad. Our food came out in good time. We got 5 rolls and they all came out at once. Look, I'm a sucker for A5 Wagyu so we got that roll and it was easily my favorite. I know I know I know, beef on sushi sounds weird or downright wrong, but you cannot go wrong with A5 and truffle mushroom. The Salmon Lover roll was my 2nd favorite because of the garlic chili oil topping. There was nothing spicy about it, but to me, it made the sushi flavor that much better. Double toro comes next. I'm not a wasabi fan so we asked for wasabi on the side instead of inside. We still got a hint of wasabi BUT honestly it's not a double toro without it. The Triple S ranked after, and then the lion king roll, but I only because these were basic rolls we can get anywhere else. That being said, the fish quality was good, coupled with great service. Love this spot and will be coming back. read more

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The seafood here was so fresh and everything left me wanting more! I came with my friends on a Friday night around 9:30 PM and were able to get seated right away. I got the Double Toro Roll which was so good! I'm not the biggest fan of wasabi, but the fresh wasabi complimented the roll really well. In addition, I got the Deluxe Chirashi which had a good variation of seafood including uni, sweet shrimp, salmon, scallops, etc. I am a scallop and toro lover and was really satisfied with the quality of the sashimi :) The owners were so friendly and constantly made sure everything was up to par, making our experience one of the best. Safe to say, this is one of my new favorite sushi spots in the bay area and I'll definitely come back in the near future! read more

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I can't tell if this is the same restaurant that closed a few months ago and rebranded?? Anyways, the food was yummy, the service was a little chaotic, but overall good (: Warriors roll: 10/10 this was my favorite. Saucy and flavorful. Shrimp tempura was fried well so it had a good crunch Triple S: 10/10 also really good and saucy roll Lion king: 7/10 I liked the flavor but I think it was really heavy on the miso mayo and it took over also it didn't come torched Hand rolls: 8/10 all three were pretty good especially the umami hand roll Fried squid & soft shell crab: 10/10 fried well and the sauces complimented I came here on Saturday for dinner around 6 and was seated immediately. The plaza is a little crowded on weekends but parking is pretty easy. Will def be back again! read more

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Wow they really renovated the space and made it look nice inside! It didn't feel like I was in a plaza in Milpitas. I liked that we could just easily order from the tablet & the presentation of the food was very nice. Amongst 3 people, we got a couple of small appetizers and two rolls to share and as well as the little sea urchin/fish roe/amaebi bowl. I would say everything was a pretty good size and quality was pretty high for the pricepoint. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. My favorites were the bowl and the sunshine roll. The umami roll was a bit too large and heavy for my liking, but it was still above average. They also came around often to refill the water. I'll definitely be back again soon! read more

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I've seen this place go through some renames and I don't know if this is new or not. Came here with a group of 6 (~15% service charge for parties of 6 or more) and got seated quickly. The interior was nice and the service was also nice, however, they seemed a bit cluttered as it took a bit to get the check after requesting for it. We got the Warriors Roll, Salmon Lovers roll, and Triple S roll, with my favorite being the Triple S roll. Very fresh fish that melts in your mouth and the tempura shrimp in the roll was delicious. My only complaints would be that the prices are a little bit high (in my opinion but maybe b/c the fish was pretty fresh) and that I saw a spider on the wall, which doesn't really bother me but it might bother others. Still a good experience though. read more

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Came in on a very busy Friday evening. There was no staff at the front again. And it took a while to flag down anyone. There was a clipboard underneath a tablet, both looked like they were used for getting on the waitlist. But none of the guests waiting knew what was going on. When a staff member finally came over to help with the waitlist, she used the tablet, but gave me a reservation for that very instance instead of a waitlist number and I only found out after waiting 20 minutes that I wasn't going to be called because I wasn't on the waitlist. She cleared it up quickly and gave me a table in about 5 min of clearing things up with her and as a reservation. The couple waiting behind me did not know what to do, I checked in via tablet so they waited to get on the tablet, but the same staff told them to write their names down on the clipboard, but someone had already written their names ahead of the couple. The couple looked pretty upset. The staff member was not friendly or understanding at all. It was a confusing situation for guests and staff took a long time to take in and organize one cohesive waitlist. The restaurant inside still looked pretty new. Order is still but tablet at the table and payment is by calling over a server. Once my order was placed thru the tablet it wears more efficient. The plates came out within 5-10 minutes. Toro isn't something I normally order but tried the Double Toro roll since it was a popular dish. It was actually good and balanced well with the wasabi and greens on top. The caterpillar and rainbow rolls were standard. The nigiri was nicely cut and prepped. I also had chicken cartilage and fried squid tentacles, those were also very good. Food is good here. Price is on the high side. Service needs more work. read more

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Had such a great experience at Sushi Umami! Everything from the food to the service was on point. The fish was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and just overall delicious. Service was very attentive and friendly, and our food came out surprisingly fast which made the whole experience even better. The rolls were definitely the highlight. The Sunshine Roll was amazing -- soft shell crab with different fish like salmon, tuna, and hamachi. It had so many great textures and the sauce on top was sooo good. The Double Toro Roll was another standout. Super fresh, rich toro and it even had salmon belly inside which made it extra buttery and delicious. We also tried the Hamachi Truffle Crudo and wow... you can really taste the truffle, but it doesn't overpower the simplicity and freshness of the hamachi. Such a great balance of flavors. The Agedashi Tofu was light and crispy and soaked up the bonito sauce perfectly with the grated radish -- simple but done really well. Also had the Unagi Bento Box which was great and very satisfying. Overall everything was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly with great service. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to because there are so many more things on the menu I want to try read more

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Decided to try a new place. Fairly glad since it was a lovely experience. I went on a Friday evening and was seated after about 15-20mins. The interior is very clean and modern. You can choose between water or hot tea. Wasabi and ginger is to be ordered. The food was incredibly fresh. The miso soup was served very hot which is I really liked. I was pleasantly surprised by the simple spicy tuna roll as it was very tasty compared to all other spicy tuna rolls i've had. My partner ordered a fried mackerel and it was very juicy and meaty. The chef's sashimi special was very good especially the tuna and salmon and hamachi. The staff was super attentive and friendly as they kept coming over to ask how we were g and if we enjoyed our food. read more

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Solid 5/5, for me! We really enjoyed our Friday night experience. Promptly seated and assisted by a friendly associate, we were offered an iPad to order from. Our food came out quickly and everything was fresh and delicious. We especially enjoyed the chirashi bowl, chicken cartilage, and double toro roll. We can't wait to come back soon to try everything else! read more

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Sashimi was fresh and mom loved the Uni Amaebi Donburi a lot! Rolls are great too! I love the Deluxe Chirashi. I am a chirashi lover!! read more

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My family and I have been going to Sendai for years but Sushi Umami blew us away and it'll be our new go to sushi spot!! I got the deluxe chirashi bowl and the fish was so fresh and buttery. Great quality fish and friendly customer service. read more

Sushi Umami - Deluxe chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Was craving sushi and found this new sushi spot nearby so we decided to give it a try. We came on a Saturday evening and the restaurant was packed but luckily we didn't have to wait too long to be seated. The interior was nice and modern. They give you a tablet to place your order which is nice because you can see pictures of each item. The menu is pretty extensive. They have sashimi, hand rolls, specialty rolls, chirashi bowls, and entrees such as tonkatsu and teriyaki. We ordered the truffle hamachi, spicy tuna hand roll, 9 piece omakase, sunshine roll, and lion king roll. Unfortunately, we didn't like anything we ordered. I think the sunshine roll was probably the best item we ordered which is really sad. First off, the truffle on the hamachi was very strong and too overpowering. The toppings on their nigiri were also too overpowering and distracts from the fish itself. I thought their omakase set would be similar to Amami's but Amami is so much better. As for the lion king roll, I've never had a bad one because it's such a standard roll but this one was missing something and the mayo flavor on top was very strong. Both of our stomachs started feeling upset afterwards. I was honestly so disappointed with the quality of the food because this place looked like it had so much potential. read more

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Amazing chirashi bowl with super fresh seafood--salmon, tuna, scallops, sweet shrimp, plus rich uni and ikura. The fried shrimp head added a nice crunch. The smaller uni, ikura, and egg yolk bowl was incredibly creamy and packed with umami. Great quality, well-balanced, and definitely worth it. read more

Sushi Umami - uni anaebi - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Found Sushi Umami on Yelp and decided to give them a try. Upon arrival, there was no one at the check in counter, and it wasn't until a party that arrived after us were seated that the chefs saw us and notified the servers. We chose bar seating and ordered sashimi box (18pc premium chef's choice), chef's choice nigiri (9 pc), salted edamame and house sake. My partner enjoyed the nigiri. The sashimi varied in freshness. I really enjoyed the chili garlic oil on one of the sashimi samples. The ika sashimi was too chewy and wasn't as fresh as I'd hope. They cooked it with a handheld torch gun in front of you if you sit at the bar. They had tablets where we placed our orders. The restaurant was clean and modern. The chefs spoke Chinese, and I overheard one of the kitchen support staff call one of the sushi chefs "pendejo." read more

Sushi Umami - Sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

So happy Milpitas has a decent sushi spot. Everything was really yummy we got the double toro roll and the triple s roll. Fish was super fresh and flavors of the rolls were well balanced. Both were on the saucier side but not overwhelming or tiring. Fish was as fresh as rantei. Also got the tonkatsu appetizer and it was huge for only $12 read more

Sushi Umami - Double toro roll and triple S roll - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Food was excellent. I have to agree with others about the quality of the seafood. We came on a Friday night and so they were a bit busy. The kitchen seemed a little confused as we were presented two orders for another table and my daughter's order was given away to another table. We had to ask about her food after ours arrived 15 minutes prior. I may come back another day, chalking the mishap to them still working out the quirks of the new restaurant. read more

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The taste of sushi is very good. There is not a lot of rice per sushi which is the portion that I like. The fish is very fresh. The price is reasonable and it comes very fast. I highly recommend. read more

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Super unorganized... No one was really around to help with the waitlist when we got there as a party of 2. Theres a paper list with names but you can join on yelp too, except they ignore the yelp list and only call from the paper. We waited 30 mins to get seated and then another 30 plus for the two rolls we ordered. Got so hungry i ended up ordering fried squid to hold us over. The couple next to us sat after us but got all their food way faster cuz they ordered mostly hot stuff. The rolls took forever with only two ppl making sushi. Its so inefficient and they need to hire more staff to keep up. Our waitress kept passing by us to serve them without any update or acknowledgment. By the time our rolls came the couple was already done eating. Food was pretty mid and i dont get the hype. I dont plan to return.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Sushi Umami - Sushi rolls - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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We noticed this sushi place while searching for a place for lunch one Sunday afternoon, and it turned out to be a great call. To our pleasant surprise, the place was just recently opened the previous Wednesday. The restaurant's ambiance was done tastefully, but more importantly all the sushi items that we tried were very fresh. We especially liked the hand rolls that we tried (the Spicy Tuna Hand Roll and the Unagi Cucumber Hand Roll). We ordered a couple of nigiri (Tobiko and Ikura - both tasted really fresh) and several Premium Rolls...our favorite was the Spider Rolls - we loved it so much that we ordered another one before we left. We ordered a couple hand rolls as well (Spicy Tuna and Unagi Cucumber), and they were both (again) fresh and delicious. We got to talking to the owner (Jamie) who was super cool and also listened to feedback. Turns out he is a young entrepreneur/restauranteur who also works in technology. To top it off was the service - food came out relatively quickly even though half the tables in the place were filled and our waiter (Rita) was super chill and attentive (especially given the fact that she started on the job just yesterday ). Overall, it was an awesome experience and we'd definitely recommend this place. Good food, good vibe, good see...the next time we are in the area for lunch and craving sushi, we would definitely come back here! read more

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This is my new favorite sushi spot in the Bay! Just opened three weeks ago and the sashimi quality is so good. Everything is super fresh and I loved the chirashi bowl. Owners were very hospitable making sure we were always doing okay and came over several times to check on us. Restaurant is super clean and has a nice wood interior. read more

Sushi Umami - uni amaebi bowl - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

decided to dine here on a saturday night at 7pm and it wasn't too busy. we were acknowledged, greeted, and sat right away. the menu/ordering is on the ipad which is nice because there's pictures to look at and prices. it even totals out how much your bill will be on the ipad. i saw they also had some lunch specials but we went for dinner. the roll menu part wasn't extensive but everything on it was good and the rolls were HUGE. the pricing is honestly worth it. everything we had was pretty decent nothing was "bad". what stood out was the scallop roll, the sake clam lobster, the salmon lover roll, and the chicken gizzard. the place is very modern with a bar area, table, and booths. it was a sleek look and everything was clean! only 3 waitress but they were on top of it constantly clearing dishes and filling out water. will definitely be back!! read more

Sushi Umami - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Tried Sushi Umami and was honestly impressed. The food looked amazing when it came out -- very clean presentation and beautifully plated. The sushi roll was fresh, flavorful, and had a great balance of texture with the sauce on top. You can tell they put real care into both the quality and the presentation. The takoyaki was also really good -- crispy outside, soft inside, and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh and well made. Overall, a great spot if you want sushi that not only tastes good but also looks appetizing. I'd definitely come back again. read more

Sushi Umami - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Will 100% return. This was a very cute place. Well done & clean decor. Rolls were excellent, & fish quality was great. Despite there not being a waiter here, service was great. I highly recommend making a reservation! read more

Dined in twice here and it's officially my go-to for sushi and ambience in Milpitas. Nothing has disappointed me and my family from both visits! We've gone right when they open for lunch and dinner since I've seen long lines here during popular peek hours so that's probably my only con. We've enjoyed the sushi rolls, nigiri's and even the udon. Can't forget the soft shell crab too. We think price is good for what it is too. Definitely give it a try! read more

Sushi Umami - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Service is bad, they can't handle the crowd and very slow. They did not even care if someone actually walk in. Today the AC is broken and was steaming hot inside. Many people wait in line with new customers walking in, no one cares. I'm here to pick up but it was 20 mins late, no apology. Don't come here read more

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This place is ridiculous. The service here is absolutely terrible. They bring one thing out at a time and are very rude to us and tell they tell us that they are very busy even though the place was pretty empty. They do not provide us with soy sauce nor did they provide us with wasabi on that when we sat down do not come here. Not to mention there was a dead misquoto on the tuna sashimi. Do not eat here read more

Sushi Umami - A dead bug on the sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Portion was small and overpriced. Service was poor, wait staff need to be properly trained. The batter on the tempura combo was heavy and soggy (suggest to use a crispier and crunchier batter); also need to use fresher veggies, had to discard the okra since it was too chewy. Overall a disappointing experience. read more

SO FRESH! At first bite I knew I had found a place I would return to. The salmon tasted so buttery on its own, I usually get a crunchy salmon roll or something similar from other places and nothing is going to compare to the quality of the fish used here!! Then I tried the truffle hamachi and it'll be living in my mind rent free. That is a treat, a chefs kiss that dish is beautifully done altogether the flavors are unmatched and this is one of the best hamachi's I've had hands down. Fast service, spot was filled and bar was easy in and out. Wasn't too busy but I'd expect it could vary. Thank you guys read more

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Fresh fish. Great service. Clean inside. I ordered to go. They were very efficient preparing my food. This place is not cheap but the price range is acceptable for the quality. If you're looking for value in Milpitas, stick with Kakuna. If you're looking to try a new place with fresher fish, this restaurant is a contender. Located in the plaza across the street from Lion Supermarket...same plaza as Kalesa. Parking lot can get full but there are overflow parking spaces behind Walgreen's. read more