Great variety at this price point in Yorkville area. There was uni, otoro, chutoro, anago, hotate, ikura. A lot of premium ingredients. Unlike some other places at this price point would be serving the basic salmon, akami etc. Their tamago is one of the best in town. Smooth with a brulee top. Only thing was, the pace was very fast. We felt like we had piece after piece with the chef rushing us if we didn't eat our piece right away. (Ive had enough omakase experience to understand it is best to eat it right away, but doesn't mean i should feel rushed). Never felt this way at the Markham location. Overall, good omakase experience! Worth a try read more

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It was our first time at Sushi Umi and the experience was definitely worth every dollar. The appetizer they started us off with made such a great first impression. The cod was amazing. We were also pleasantly surprised by the amount of uni we got to try. For all uni lovers, this omakase is a must try! The restaurant itself was quite small but still felt cozy. We would definitely go back. read more

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Came here for dinner as my friends got me a gift card for here. Definitely one of the best gifts I've received! As soon as we walked in the staff was super friendly and attentive. The sushi chef started preparing dishes once everyone was seated. He also explained what every piece of sushi was and made sure we were okay with the amount of wasabi in the sushi. The staff kept our areas clean and noticed even the smallest grain of rice dropped and cleaned it up promptly.The matcha dessert was also so good. It was light but had a strong matcha flavour. Definitely worth it for the price!! read more

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Stopped by Sushi Umi for lunch and had a wonderful, memorable experience! Sitting at the counter is definitely the way to go, watching the chef meticulously craft each piece right in front of you makes the whole meal feel so special and intimate. Every single bite of seafood tasted incredibly fresh, clean, and delicate. As a huge sea urchin lover, the uni here completely blew me away, it was so rich and creamy without feeling heavy. The absolute highlight, though, was the wagyu and uni combo. Watching the chef torch the buttery wagyu right on the spot before adding that smooth, luscious uni was pure perfection. It's an amazing spot for an elevated yet relaxed meal, and I can't wait to return! read more

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I've been to Sushi Umi in Markham a few years back, and was super excited to hear about their second location opening up downtown! We tried their dinner $98 special earlier this year and last week, we tried their lunch special for only $68. A pretty good value in my opinion for a great quality omakase downtown Toronto. The restaurant is small and intimate with limited seating at the counter so highly recommend making reservations in advance. The staff were all very attentive and friendly, they even help pull out and push in your chair for you. For the food - the main difference between the lunch menu and dinner menu is: dinner provides additional courses of soup and dessert. The pieces of nigiri sushi and handroll were pretty similar in both lunch and dinner courses so I wouldn't say you get extra premium pieces for dinner. Lunch menu, we did receive some premium fishes like chutoro and otoro. As well we had uni twice - topped on an ebi nigiri & on its own as a course! All tasted very fresh and amazing. The appetizer and handroll were also very delicious and Tamago was creamy and like a custard. If I had to choose, I would do lunch again since it is $30 cheaper before tax and you still get good premium pieces of fish. It was also my husband's birthday celebration and the staff were kind to give us a birthday dessert at the end. Great service, friendly staff and chef, good pacing in between courses and ambience was relaxing in the restaurant. Highly recommend and we will definitely return in the future! read more

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The ambiance was quite nice - comfortable and not at all posh/snobby for omakase. Everyone was having their own conversation and engaging with the chefs. The food was delicious, each piece had its own taste that didn't take away from the core fish being served. The chefs were very accommodating with the different wasabi preferences. Very well priced, I will be back read more

I had such a nice experience at Sushi Umi's second location in downtown Toronto. I visited on a weekday evening and tried their $98 dinner omakase. There is only street parking available outside. The service was amazing - they helped you hang your coats, push your chair back in when you sit and immediately refill ginger. I had an incredible meal: an appetizer, ten pieces of sushi, a hand roll, tamago, soup and home made dessert. Not only did everything taste amazing, but the presentation of every single bite was absolutely gorgeous. You can also choose to add-on more dishes in their a la carte menu. Overall, it is the best place for high quality but affordable omakase in Toronto. read more

We came here for the lunch omakase and were pleasantly surprised. Without crazy high expectations, the food was quite delicious and the service was consistent. The uni was fantastic! Will you be full after a lunch service? Unlikely. However, for the overall enjoyment, we were extremely satisfied. I already want to try their dinner omakase. It was a calm and quiet dining experience. Thank you, Anatoly, for your hospitality! read more

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I had lunch here today and hastened to write this review ASAP because their current special lunch menu - $68 for a 10 piece omakase - is absolutely INCREDIBLE value. I could not believe my eyes when the chef brought out uni twice (the first time as topping for another nigiri), amaebi, AND otoro. The fish was of exceptional quality, fresh and bursting with flavour. Even the rice was cooked superbly well. I must also draw particular attention to the delicious cod appetizer (delicate, tenderly seasoned with spice and subtle sour notes) and the tamago (sweet, smooth, like a crème brûlée but somehow even better). Service was phenomenal, unobtrusive and attentive to a fault. My waitress pulled out my chair, hung up my jacket, introduced the menu, and asked frequently if I would like a new cup of hot water. Fresh towels were provided to wipe your hands at the beginning of the meal, and for your fingers after picking up each sushi piece. It was evident that every detail has been thought of. The environment was quiet, intimate, comfortable - and positively spotless. It looks like the special is available until January 31, so I'll have to see if I can repeat this delightful experience. HIGHLY recommended! Considering the location, the price is insane and I don't think we'll be seeing anything like it anytime soon. read more

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Sushi Umi recently opened their first downtown location along Charles St. and Bay. The small omakase restaurant only has 11 seats where all the seats face the sushi counter for an interactive experience with the sushi chef. For the month of January, Sushi Umi had a special price of only $98 for their omakase for dinner. The dinner menu consists of an appetizer, 10 pieces of sushi, a hand roll, tamago, soup, and a home made dessert. You are also able to add on other items a la carte like wagyu sushi and foie gras sushi. During my visit they were still in the process of obtaining their liquor license and only had non-alcoholic options available. I recently dined at Sushi Umi to take advantage of the special price for their omakase dinner. Reservations were made online which was fairly simple - you do need a credit card to hold your reservation and if you cancel late or don't show up they do charge a fee. Upon arrival at Sushi Umi we were warmly greeted by the host. The vibe of the place is relaxing and quiet. It is more on the casual side (compared to other omakase places in the city). Service is friendly and attentive where the staff make sure you are taken care of, making sure your water is filled throughout the night and your dishes are cleared to make space for the next course. In terms of the menu, the appetizer changes depending on the day. The 10 pieces of sushi were handcrafted freshly in front of our eyes by the sushi chefs. There were pieces including uni, shrimp with uni, Hokkaido scallop, otoro, chu-toro, and maguro. I wish I could remember what I was served but all the fish was fresh and great. I liked the nice touch of the wet paper towel to make sure you could wash your hands after each piece (sushi is traditionally eaten with your hands right away). The sushi chef also made sure the amount of wasabi placed in each sushi piece was to our liking. I also opted to add on a Japanese Miyazaki A5 wagyu sushi which melted in my mouth. The tamago had a sweet taste to it and the blowtorched top added a nice slight crisp to the egg. The soup was a lobster miso soup where you could taste the lobster. Lastly, the home made dessert was a matcha panna cotta, a good light ending to the whole meal. The whole omakase experience took about 1.5 hours and was filling. I did find the vibes of the place to be more casual compared to other omakase places in the city. Service was good and the fish was fresh. Definitely a good deal to take advantage of during the month of January! read more

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I've been to the Markham location a few times, and I was so excited when I heard the downtown spot was opening! I came in for lunch today, and I was blown away. The $68 omakase with uni dishes is a total steal--such a great value for the quality and freshness you get. Every bite was an experience, from the perfectly seasoned sushi to the melt-in-your-mouth uni. The ambiance is just as amazing as the food, making it a must-visit spot for anyone who loves top-tier Japanese cuisine. Can't wait to come back and try more! My cup of tea was never cold! They're super attentive and kind. Highly recommend! read more

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Great value on their omakase. It's $98 and everything was so fresh. The service was very attentive. It's a quiet place and great for date night. read more

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Affordable omakase with high quality ingredient and service -The scallops with yuzu soy sauce were refreshing and sweet, setting the stage for a wonderful meal. -The bluefin tuna was beautifully translucent and has always been one of my favorites. -The grilled black cod just melted in my mouth. The combination of botan shrimp and sea urchin was sweet, fresh, and packed with layers of flavor. The tamagoyaki had a soft, smooth inside, and the crispy caramelized surface really took it to the next level. read more

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Good overall experience and would come back. Service is attentive. The nigiri pieces were good and served uni, chutoro and otoro. Would offer a better quality green tea for the omakase. Otherwise good experience overall read more

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This is my first time going to an Omakase and this place is a must recommend for real sushi eaters. The dining experience is well worth it, the food was unique and delicious, and the host never let my water fall below half before filling it back up. read more

This place is simply delectable. They are a reservation only kind of place, it's simply too small to accept walk ins, but it's an umakase restaurant, meaning a large part of your dining experience is the experience. So if you are coming, please don't be like the inconsiderate pair next to us and put away your phones and enjoy the performance. The chefs are artisans, they are working for you. With it being a Umakase, the menu is a set 10 course, though you can add extra at the end if you wish but we were fine with the 10 courses. Each item we were presented both looked and tasted amazing. Lovely flavours. The staff there are so courteous and kind, very welcoming. Can't recommend any particular item because there's no guarantee they'll have that the next time, but we weren't disappointed with any of them. Would definitely recommend to anyone curious about Umakase, or want to have a nice evening out without thinking too much read more

Premium ingredients were very abundant! The interior is also very serene and service was top quality. Have come back 3 times already :)