Yum! Stayed at the Crowne Plaza Dulles Airport, for a long layover. Wanted to get lunch, walking distance to our hotel. Sushi Umi was perfect, just across the street (lots of other ethnic eateries nearby as well). We got the Taste of Umi (omekase box), the Double-O-Toro Roll and Oishii Roll --- everything was wonderful and so fresh! Green tea was lovely. We went on a Thursday afternoon not long after they opened at 11:30. There were 3-4 other parties lunching also. Highly recommend! read more

Sushi Umi - Double O Toro Roll and Oishii Roll. Taste of Umi Omekase bento box - lunch. - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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This is an underrated place. Every time I've been here the food has always been good. This is a medium sized restaurant and I usually like to sit at the booth for a more intimate time with the ones I take out. Always glad that the servers are attentive. There's nothing bad about this place. I'm quite blunt but my straight forward answer is honest and direct. I like this place, and I recommend it to everyone! read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Solid Choice Food Everything tasted fresh and they had a good selection on the menu. We ordered the Spicy Rainbow Roll (no jalapenos) and the kabuki Roll (no masago). Both were very good. My 15 year old daughter who likes spicy food was glad she had them take off the jalapeños as it was almost too spicy without them. We enjoyed both and would probably order it again if we came back or might try something new if we were in the mood. Overall I'd say they were solid choices we've had better and certainly worse. Service Waitress was nice and food came out quickly. We showed up right at opening so it wasn't busy. Ambiance Nice, clean, nothing special but certainly nothing to complain about. Price Price for our two rolls and water was $32 before tax and tip. Overall I would come back if we were in the area. Probably wouldn't go out of my way but if you are here and want sushi I would recommend it. read more

Sushi Umi - Spicy Rainbow Roll Kabuki Roll - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

4.5/5 This restaurant has great quality sushi (but not amazing). However, the tuna wasn't very good and was actually a tad fishy on the day I went. The rice in nigiri is actually a very important component that goes unnoticed; the rice here wasn't fluffy or flavorful. The soy sauce was a bit salty. The tonkatsu ramen was delicious. The deep fried squid legs were solid. The food came out quickly and service was attentive. Decorations were thoughtful. Ambiance can be both casual and a bit elevated for a date night or celebration. There are other sushi spots in NOVA for similar price with better quality sushi and rice. read more

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Fairly,I've been in almost every sushi place in my area,since it's my favorite food of all time. In this place I like modern bistro type decor,a lot of light and quiet atmosphere, My friend made girls night birthday party for 5 of us. Server was nice,but not very interested to make it more special, no favors or congratulations, she didn't have much expertise in suggesting things from menu. She even didn't bring sushi menu at all,just entrees hard cover menu. I tried 2 rolls ,both were fine in terms of quantity and quality of the fish,but no rice Geisha roll was wrapped in cucumber and cucumber was sliced too thick and roll was hard to eat. It not suppose to fall of right away,also sauce on top was tasteless. Salmon deluxe roll was good,with tang and sweet notes,some crunch and avocado creaminess inside with nice amount of salmon on top. All in all,it was ok night and not bad sushi. read more

Sushi Umi - On top: Salmon Deluxe Roll( best of this night) On bottom: Geisha Roll( not properly sliced cucumber,unbalanced size of fish pieces) - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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I recently dropped by here for a late lunch. The sushi was high quality and the service was good. If you're looking for a convenient spot with comfortable ambience, this is a good place. I wouldn't call it a destination, but it's really good for the neighborhood. read more

Great service today for lunch. My water was filled promptly and they came multiple times to check up on me. I had the surf and turf and also the 10 pc sashimi platter. Both were decent, but the sashimi was a little tougher than I expected. Definitely on the pricier end for food around these parts of town but the quality was decent and the service made up for any of the nit picks I had. read more

Sushi Umi - Sashimi 10 pc platter - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Sushi here is super fresh and tastes great! Price is a little high but worth it for the quality you get. Service is super friendly and accommodating. Although a little bit of a language barrier when we were trying to explain what we wanted omitted from our order, but they eventually got it and we appreciated it. The space is small and cute so keep that in mind if you have a big party. read more

Sushi Umi - Chirashi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Had lunch at Sushi Umi today. The food was great. I ordered the tonkatsu ramen and Otoro and ikura nigiri from the a la carte menu. My coworker had the taste of Umi lunch portion. Mine was great and filling. The fresh wasabi was a nice touch and the ramen was very flavorful. The chasu was cooked well and the egg was good. I would have also liked some nori, but I'm not going to be picky. The green tea was pretty standard but it did hit the spot. Our service was excellent. Any time we had empty dishes, they were promptly taken away without being intrusive. I consider that to be perfect service. The decor was nice with a classy feel and ambiance. There were small lamps on the table to provide and little more light and I should have taken more pics of the inside as well as the menu, but alas, I didn't. I think I was too hungry. I recommend Sushi Umi for a date or a semi-splurge lunch especially if someone else is picking up the tab. I'd come here again, though parking was a little challenging. Because it's in the corner of a strip mall, we had to park in the larger area and walk a little bit. Not that inconvenient but something to consider. read more

Sushi Umi - Tonkatsu ramen - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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I had a good time here for dinner with a friend. Parking was a bit hard to find because it was a very busy shopping plaza. The place was smaller than I expected but provided a nice cozy vibe. I ordered Miso Soup for my appetizer, it was standard and came out hot. I also ordered the Rock & Roll and the Kubuki roll. Now that I think about it, I just realized they gave me the wrong roll but it's fine. Both were good but nothing exceptional. I preferred the Rock & Roll more as a fan of eel. The Kubuki roll was bigger and filling. It was very saucy if you are a fan of that. read more

Sushi Umi - Kabuki Roll - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Decent quality but way too overpriced for what you get. The staff isn't on the same page about policies and one outright refused to let us send anything back and gave us a pity apology. The manager ended up coming around but even then, it still isn't worth it. Save your money and go to Whole Foods. read more

Sushi Umi (along with Ariake and Sushi Cho) is easily one of my favorite local sushi spots. Every time I come here, the servers are super wonderful and very attentive. The fish is always super fresh and I've never been disappointed by anything I've ordered here. My go to is the taste of Umi box. It used to come with 8 different selections of the chef's choice, but it seems like they recently changed it so there are 6 different selections (but each selection is now a bigger portion). It does make me sad since one of my favorite selections was the roe with quail egg and rice, but nevertheless, the new taste of Umi box is just as delicious as before. Overall, I love this spot for lunch or dinner--just note that dinner is double the price for the taste of Umi box. There's almost never a crowd or a long wait and the owners and everyone who works here is always super lovely. read more

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Now that my wife is no longer pregnant, she and I are on the hunt for great sushi spots in the area. We tried Sushi Umi for takeout based on the strength of its reviews and appetizing selection of specialty rolls. We felt that the sushi here fell short both of our expectations and of the offerings of local competitors. The fish did not appear particularly fresh, and some of the toro we got in one of our rolls tasted straight up fishy. While we enjoyed the flavor combinations of the rolls themselves (particularly the spicy "Mexican" roll), the major flaw of so-so fish detracted from an otherwise solid eating experience. Furthermore, Umi charges on average ~$20 per speciality roll, and the quantities are not particularly generous. While Umi wasn't bad, multiple equally good and cheaper options nearby render us unlikely to return soon. read more

Parking is limited, but there is parallel available along the inside street/ right next to the metro station. The entrance, though, you have to walk around the left side and up the ramp! The taste of umi was FANTASTIC. There's a lot of rice that comes under each piece, so it was a lot more filling than I thought it would be. The unagi was also incredible. The service is also wonderful- they give you space but also very attentive to your needs! read more

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One of the best sushi places in the area. The sushi is impeccable - best quality sushi I've had. Very much comparable to Ariake. The restaurant is very nice inside - they have these cool little lamps on each table. I also got an order of udon. The udon broth was very aromatic and delicious. Not too salty. I shared the bowl with my friend. And we got 2 regular rolls and 1 specialty roll. We were full! The sushi was so soft and you can taste the greatness of the rice. It was kind of expensive compared to other restaurants but you get what you pay for! Great quality and highly recommend! read more

Sushi Umi - Nabeyaki Udon Dinner - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

Good quality and high price. This is so far one of the three best Sushi house I have had. We ordered Kama (18), three rolls (18-20 per roll), regular sashimi (38ish), and a teriyaki beef (24ish, for my son only). The kama is lightly roasted in a very appropriate way. The skin is crunchy and the meat is very tender. Three rolls are all amazing (the best), Dragon, Umi, and Worldgate. The rice is good and thin but it is not loose, tightly accommodating all kinds of delicious staff like eel, salmon, etc. the source is sooooo good. My friend also reported the teriyaki beef with rice is well made. The only complaint is the price. Compared to a similar quality I have had in other places, this places is in a higher end of price. We spent 140 (tips not included) for these dishes. read more

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Came here with my family, we do get sushi a lot so maybe we're biased but I would say it was good but not great. We felt it was a bit overpriced for the quality. My favorites were the rolls with cucumber on the outside, crunchy and refreshing. However, we did eat everything and the visual presentation was nice. Plus the servers were very nice. read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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By far my favorite sushi spot! The service is exceptional no matter how packed the place gets. Our waitress has been wonderful every time we go. The food has been consistently great with each visit. The vibes inside are so nice! The music is never too loud. I recommend this to anyone who's looking for sushi in the area. read more

Sushi Umi - Feast For 4 - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

The food was good, the prices might be a little higher than other places but all the rolls were delicious. The service was fine, it wasn't above and beyond but it was fine. The place is really cool, I liked the vibe but it's small. read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I usually frequent this sushi restaurant, mainly for the convenience! I went for lunch and it was quite empty, but the servers were checking in every now and then. They weren't absent, but not in your face. It was appreciated. The decor is tasteful and simple. I ordered the Salmon Lovers entree from he lunch menu. The salmon nigiri was okay, but I would've wanted a better rice to meat ratio. It was mostly meat. The salmon roll was as expected. The spicy salmon roll needs a little more kick to call it "spicy," otherwise it was a good dish! I would try other sushi restaurants before coming here again, but it will be in my rotating roster of sushi restaurants. read more

Sushi Umi - Salmon Lovers Lunch - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I was so looking forward to trying their omakase box because presentation was so good on reviews. I went on Friday lunch and was very disappointed. First of all, taste of umi for lunch special doesn't come with 3x3 box. There are only 6 plates, but 2 are fries and cost $36, which means $6 each. I only ordered this for IG but failed because lunch special doesn't even look fancy at all. This is ridiculous for what comes out in this omakase box. $6 for two little meatball fries & $6 for two tiny fish fries & $6 for two eel fillets with 4 slices of avocado??? Like really??? I would expect to see all sashimi at this price. Who gets fries for omakase? Second, miso soup I got smelled really weird. It smelled like soup was contained in electronic appliance for too long that it gives off smell of electricity with every sip. Third, I would NOT recommend Umi Tempura to anyone. Seriously, it was just a mix of ingredients battered fried and cost $12?? Just get vegetable fries. Honestly Ariake did so much better job with pricing and menu. Overall, I would say sashimi was very nice quality but considering price and what comes out in a plate was sooo disappointing. I spent about $100 for 2 and with this price, you can get so much better in other places. I felt like it was such a rip off and would never return. read more

Sushi Umi - Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Worth the wait! I ordered the Taste of Umi and it did not disappoint. The fish was perfectly seasoned, fresh and phenomenal. The Toro melted in my mouth and the wagyu was authentic, tender, and perfectly seasoned. I even enjoyed the sea urchin, which is often hit or miss. The vegetables were all fresh and crisp making each mouthful perfect. They have house made soy sauce that is light yet still flavorful and more complex than what you typically get stateside. I wish I had gotten some special rolls just to dip in the soy sauce. The ambiance of this restaurant is casual and very clean. Everything was immaculate despite being fairly busy on a Saturday night. The staff was kind and attentive. My only flaw is that I mentioned I was allergic to sesame and not to include it and they definitely brought me sesame dressing on my salad and I believe some of the sauces for the taste of Umi have sesame. I avoided the salad after one bite and tried to scrape off the sauce but it's raw fish so that doesn't work. This happens at many such restaurants so I'm used to it and docked a single star since I know I will be sick (hopefully not too much) this evening. So if you have a sesame allergy as well, maybe be cautious dining here or expect a rough night. Overall though, I'd be back in a heartbeat. The sushi was phenomenal. read more

Sushi Umi - Taste Of Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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I did a to go order of one shrimp tempura sushi and one spicy tuna based sushi. It took about 15 minutes for them to make. I ordered a 007 roll and volcano Prices - pricey Inside - nicely decorated but not fancy Staff - were nice! But they didn't do anything over the top to assist read more

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pretty good place, very nice staff clean and relaxing environment. the food was great.. the only complaint I have is it took quite a while for our food, however- I am from NJ soooo this may not really be a complaint as I run on fast time LOL. everything was fresh and tasty ! gonna few different rolls, avocado salad, seaweed salad & the popperss read more

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Better than most! Opted for chef's tasting for 2 $100 plus 2 sakes, $128 plus tax plus tip &170, was a great choice! Service was good, friendly staff, and while it's a small place, booth tables were large and provided ample space for our order. Tray Sushi -56 pieces or 7 types of chef's rolls 8 pieces each roll was set in this wooden tray and was a bit crowded. I would have liked the rolls to have spaces in between. Nothing major but sushi is an art food and it needed a better canvas, is all. The crowding while not inedible almost looked untidy. Sorry, îm being picky...Still, best sushi in the immediate Nova for sure! read more

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Haven't been here in a while, but had a delicious dinner tonight. Was looking forward to trying the Taste of Umi that others here said was $38, but the menu had it at $84, I believe. I know costs are rising, but that's too much for a casual restaurant. Got a mixture of a few rolls and nigiri instead, always high quality. read more

Food and service were just as good as last time! The pink lady roll is definitely a stand out!

This place doesn't get enough credit for its amazing sushi. There is an amazing woman that works there, maybe the owner, always makes great recommendations, I just eat what she tells me to...so good! The place is simple and clean. They did open a Tysons location recently, same good quality, nice decor. read more

We just bought a house and have been living the "dining out" lifestyle until we're settled (living the dream, right?). On our way from our new home to our old apartment, we decided to stop at Sushi Umi in Herndon for a little Japanese food fix. The moment we walked in and heard, "Irasshaimase," I was transported. The nostalgia hit hard, and I was ready to relive our Japan days. We started with otoro nigiri and tuna maki rolls, and let me tell you, the otoro was chef's kiss. It melted in our mouths like butter, and we knew it was the real deal. The house salads with sesame dressing? A simple joy I didn't realize I missed. Then came the main dishes, and things got... interesting. The chicken karaage? Not my favorite. The breading was heavy and greasy, and the chicken was overcooked. Not exactly the light, crispy perfection I was hoping for. My husband, on the other hand, was loving his tonkotsu ramen--exactly what he wanted. He also ordered fried avocado because, well, of course he did (so American). I took a bite, and yeah... not for me. He liked it, though, so I'll give him that. I'm a bit pickier when it comes to details, and between the karaage misstep, the ripped booth seating (not a good look, y'all), and some awkwardness among the staff, I feel there's room for improvement. That said, the sushi quality and warm atmosphere gave me a little slice of Japan, and for that, I'm grateful. Sushi Umi, you've got potential--I'll be back (maybe after a booth makeover). read more

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TL;DR: solid sushi spot with great service! Been here a couple times now, and really enjoyed both times. Solid sushi, roll, and appetizer options. Interior gives off date night vibes and is very cute. Service was very nice and attentive. FOOD: ~Miso Soup (5/5): I don't usually rate the soup, but their miso soup was better than most! Full of flavor and came out piping hot, which I loved ~Salad (3/5): basic salad with a sesame dressing ~Uni Sampler (4/5): came with California, Maine, and Japanese Uni. Comes with a decent amount and can't go wrong with uni ~Scallop carpaccio (3.3/5): While it was tasty, the sauce on top was overpowering and could not taste much of the scallop ~Dragon Roll (5/5): Omg idk if they make their eel sauce in house, but it was so good! The eel, itself, was also so delicious and tender. Love that the inside of the roll was salmon/tuna/tobiko, unlike most dragon rolls ~Sushi Deluxe (3.8/5): came with a good variety of nigiri and a spicy tuna roll (3/5) ~Sashimi Deluxe (4/5): Came with 5 different types of fish, and was fresh In the past, we did try the taste of Umi and it was really good, but not good for sharing! Very solid sushi spot and worth visiting! read more

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After hearing great things about this Japanese restaurant, we decided to try it and we loved it. We chose the Taste of Umi, a chef's selection of raw or cooked fish served in a wooden box, along with the Sushi Duo (Kami Kaze and Kabuki Roll). Both dishes were fresh and delicious. I appreciated the serving of raw wasabi that accompanied the Taste of Umi wooden box; it was mild and not overly spicy, and it paired well with the house soy sauce. Their miso soup was among the best I've had in the DMV area, featuring a rich bonito broth combined with light miso. It was very satisfying, especially on a cold day. The staff provided friendly and attentive service, and the ambiance was inviting and clean. read more

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I have been there and enjoyed three different rolls which were all very good. This is the best restaurant I've been to at Worldgate plaza. read more

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The lunch special was such a picture-esque dish that I couldn't help but order and attempt to take a photo of the same. Each dish is pretty unique in its flavor, texture, and composition. I would order this to get a sampling of what this place has to option and would return just to have the same thing. It's definitely not gimmicky and I felt that the ambiance of the place was no different from a nice date-spot sushi place. read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

I was in the area for work and craving sushi. I actually stopped by another restaurant since it was closer to me but after sitting down to order, they said they were not serving sushi that night and only offering their Taiwanese dishes. Very disappointed, I left and found this place. I guess things happen for a reason because this place was amazing! I ordered the avocado fries and dynamite roll. Both were very good but I think I'd come back just for the avocado fries. They were battered and fried but not greasy. The dipping sauce added great flavor. The dynamite roll was very tasty and the salmon melt in your mouth. Service was also friendly. I will be back! read more

Sushi Umi - Dynamite Chef's Signature Roll - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Very pleased with food, ambiance, and service at Sushi Umi. Was not crowded but the customer flow was good and service was on point. read more

Sushi Umi - Sushi delights - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Yummy, fresh, fast. Came in for a catering order at the last minute and bout a significant amount of sushi. It was all great, service was great. Team was professional and kind in the middle of the afternoon. read more

Amazing place great atmosphere nice staff. Food tasted great. Soy sauce was yummy. I liked the plates. Is this 85 characters yet?

A good sushi restaurant. Not a huge restaurant but when I came in there was no line at all and a lot of open tables. Service was great and always checked up on us. Food was really good. Made a mistake by ordering too many deep fried rolls that it was hard to finish. Wish I tried other rolls that weren't fried. The price is like the same for all other sushi spots. read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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Classy, elegant, clean, spacious, and well themed. This is definitely one of WorldGate's best in Herndon. I came here for lunch, and ordered their vegetarian Lunch Special rolls; it came with a small side salad with peanut sauce, soup and 6 rolls for asparagus, cucumber, and avocado. The cost I felt was a bit high (for a "special") at $17, but other than that, they get 5 stars everywhere else. The ambiance was top-notch. The vibrant colors and mix of the booths, tables, and even bench like setup made it dynamic and the falling star-lights added a nice touch, too. Even their bathrooms were clean and colorful. Their food was good. Their soup could be bettered, but the small salad and rolls were good. Their presentation of the food though was excellent. As for customer service, another top-rating. They were attentive, kind, watchful (if I needed anything or taking finished plates, refilling tea, etc.) , and even dressed well, too. The owners clearly have good taste, and clear branding and consistency. I am impressed. The only area that they could work on is their pricing. $17 for a lunch "special" seems high and not that special; I can only imagine what it would've costed at regular price. Now, understanding that inflation plays a role as well as knowing sushi can generally be more expensive, still, $17 for a lunch special doesn't seem worth it. If they were to lower the prices just a bit I can see myself and even others coming here more often (routine and loyal customers). Nonetheless, I give them a 4.5/5. Great job! read more

Sushi Umi - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia

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I got sushi for takeout after work. It took about 20 minutes to be ready. The restaurant looked cute inside. The sushi was pretty good. They had a good flavor probably because of the sauces. I would definitely go back! read more

Sushi Umi - Caterpillar roll - Japanese Near Me - Herndon, Virginia