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I came here for lunch and was glad I made it just before the 3:30pm lunch cutoff. The staff was incredibly friendly and efficient. As soon as we walked in, we were seated right away, given menus, and our drink orders were taken almost immediately. I highly recommend the lunch menu. There are plenty of options, including sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, and appetizers. We ordered the three-roll lunch special and the sashimi. The sashimi was incredibly fresh and cut into thick, generous slices. The sushi rolls were also impressive they were large and packed with filling instead of being mostly rice. The food came out quickly, and the service was attentive from start to finish. Amazing food, great prices, and the excellent customer service.
Arrived 4 minutes after Sushi Uni opened for lunch and the tables were already filling. 40 minutes later the restaurant was filled. I don't usually like uni but it was fresh here and tasted excellent. I've never had baby octopus. It was good but would order regular taco nigiri the next time. Fast and excellent service. Casual but bustling atmosphere.
Wow! What a treat! We've lived here for 4 years and have FINALLY found our sushi spot. My party of 3 ordered various rolls and they were all superb. Everything was fresh and delicious. It was a fairly busy Saturday afternoon but we were seated quickly. Space is a bit tight in the main dining area, but it's not a bother at all. Our service was superb. Ananya was incredible and very attentive to us. She answered all of our menu questions with ease and exuberance. We will for sure ask for her when we come back, which will no doubt be very soon.
As someone who's gluten intolerant, finding sushi spots with safe options can be a challenge and Sushi Uni made the experience easy and enjoyable. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and confident about what I could and couldn't have. They offer an impressive number of gluten-free options, which immediately earned major points. What I ordered: *Honey wasabi on the side: definitely a rare find at most sushi spots. * 87th Street Roll: was really good * KC Chiefs Roll: wasn't for me; it had a lot going on flavor-wise and didn't come together well. *Salmon Katsu Fantasy Roll (no eel sauce, added jalapeños + spicy mayo), and that one was absolutely delicious. Cocktail options are somewhat limited options I didn't care for but they make up for it with a wide variety of sake to explore. Overall, a great experience and definitely a spot I'll be returning to.
Not the same since Kathryn and Jason, previous owners left and new owners took over I Brought home hot and sour soup Maybe they have to use up old mushrooms but this is second time The soup is almost ALL MUSHROOMS It's just gross Staff not nearly as friendly except old crew Used to be 10/10 for food service and ambience Now food 5/10 service 8/30 Ambience 6/10 Jason cared about who he hired Not so Sure about new mgt
loved it! it was super fresh and i was able to get it quickly! i loved the variety of rolls they have and the pricing was perfect too! chefs kiss i loved the service they offer and it was super fun going here! will be back again :)
The fish is fresh and well prepared. We loved the rolls and sashimi. It is very affordable and not overpriced as well. Service is prompt and responsive. Definitely my go to place for affordable but high quality sushi!
Sushi UNI has somewhat of a cult following in the KC metro. It's nestled into an unassuming strip mall in Lenexa, and is well known for offering spectacular lunch deals. Over a year ago I tried it out for the first time but it was so packed at lunch I couldn't get a table and had a just okay experience. I'm glad I came back and had a chance to really take it all in. Knowing it fills up for weekday lunches I met my sister here for an early lunch around 11:15 and we were able to get right in and snag a seat. It should be noted that even on a Monday this place filled up and by the time we left it was at capacity with a wait forming. Their website is a bit misleading as when I checked this week it still had the old lunch prices of around $10 for two rolls, soup or salad, and two crab rangoons. I was in awe of this deal so when I saw that the prices had bumped up to $12 I was not surprised - I still think $12 is a great deal in today's economy for TWO sushi rolls, soup, and two crab rangoon. You also get tons of rolls to choose from so it's a really fun lunch experience. When our food came out it was a lot so I think next time I might even go for the one roll lunch, but it was such a great meal and even after tip was good value. The servers were nice, the hot and sour soup was honestly some of the best I've ever had, and I loved the sushi. I'll be back!
This place is popular for a reason, that's for sure. We have only been here once since there doesn't seem to be a way to make a reservation and the place is always crowded. We got lucky the other day since we wanted an early dinner and we managed to snag the last available take before the big rush. Our server was friendly and prompt. The food portions were very generous. I am a big fan of lemon rolls that were popular in California, but hard to find here. Sushi Uni has both a salmon and a tuna options. I'd love to come back and try the tuna.
This place never disappoints. We usually come in for dinner, but Friday for lunch. They have a great lunch menu, which offers high value for not just sushi, but even hibachi style entrees. My favorite role, KC roll, was not part of the lunch special, so I had to obviously order that on the side as it is a staple every visit. The servers are very friendly. It gets pretty busy, so immediate seating might not be guaranteed.
Food - A solid contender for Best Sushi in town. Service - Good. Ambiance - It's a sushi place with tables and a 6 seat sushi bar. Haven't been here in what seems like years, glad to be back, ordered my "not-so-usual". Spicy Crab Salad, 87th roll and UNI roll. SC Salad is a very generous portion, and mighty tasty, especially with some low-sodium soy sauce. Plenty of crab stick, seaweed, cucumber, and some very mini-croutons aka crunch. Both rolls are delish, each containing their own unique flavor and texture. They also have a wide variety of sake, beer and wine to maybe throughly pump up your bill. Luckily even as of 9/25, their prices are still pretty reasonable, compared to others in KC
always so fresh and amazing. their service is always great even when super busy! 10/10 recommend!
I returned to this establishment in December and was immediately greeted by the hosts. They were very friendly. When we were seated, I ordered the lunch special which included 2 crab rangoons, a soup/salad, and three rolls! The food was warm, delicious, and well proportioned. I highly recommend visiting this place if you're craving sushi, especially for a great price! I will definitely return.
2 years ago
My husband ordered takeout after a long work day and everything was fresh and absolutely perfect! We got a mix of sushi rolls and sashimi, and they even added a spicy crab salad which I will 100% be back for very soon. Highly recommend Sushi Uni! read more
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We first started coming here after reading good reviews on Yelp and the fact that they had a dine-in option. There is always a wait (25-30 mins) but we build that into our arrival time. The hot and sour soup is excellent, probably the best I've ever had. All of the rolls are well prepared and full of flavor. We seem to always get the UNI roll and mix and match for the other 2-3. Last time we ordered the Mango Roll and I was pleasantly surprise how good it was. Needless to say this is the best sushi we have eaten outside of Southern California. The price is on par with other places so I say, enjoy yourself on a nice date night. read more
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If you are looking for the best sushi in the Kansas City area, then Sushi UNI is the place to be. This small restaurant tucked away in Lenexa was raved about by our sushi loving friends. We finally decided to drive out and experience it for ourselves, and boy were we not disappointed. The restaurant itself was not a huge place, as it was pretty crowded for a Friday night. When we did finally get seated, I must admit that social distancing was a little closer than other restaurants I have been to during these pandemic times. People were seated at every other table, but booths were packed back to back. All staff and chefs were wearing masks however. So if social distancing is a major concern for you, I would suggest coming at a non busy time or order takeout. The meal itself was fantastic. We were pretty hungry for a group of four, so we ended up ordering quite a lot of food. Our sushi rolls consisted of the Scorpion Roll, Dragon Roll, Spicy Octopus, Lobster Roll, Super Tornado, and Green Dragon Roll. We also ordered the Sushi Sashimi Combo and the Chirashi Sushi bowl. Looking back, we may have went a little overboard, but it was definitely worth it. For the sushi rolls, the Dragon Roll and Lobster Roll really stood out from the others. The dragon roll was the biggest roll we ordered, and it was delicious. If you wanted to get the most bang for your buck, this is the roll to get. This is also the best option for eel lovers like myself. The Lobster roll on the other hand was also extremely tasty and flavorful. The Super Tornado caught me a little off guard by the extra spice that the jalapeños gave to the roll. The Sushi Sashimi combo and Chirashi bowls were both a work of art when they arrived at our table. Both combos came with an assortment of fresh fish that is about as good as you can find in the heart of the country. Each meal also comes with a choice of soup/salad and two crab Rangoons. The combo itself could easily be shared between two people. The Chirashi bowl is probably the most underrated item on the menu. I do not think many people order this because they don't know what it is. Our lovely waitress even had to check the menu because she wasn't familiar with the item. The bowl came with a large portion of rice and fish that was more than enough for a single person. The standout fish on both platters was unanimously the hamachi, which melted like butter in your mouth. The one downside about our meal was that we did have to wait about a hour for our food to arrive. We didn't mind too much as it was a crowded Friday night, and we did order several large dishes. The restaurant was nice enough to hand out free spicy crab salads to all tables as an appetizer while we waited for our food. Looking back at this experience, I cannot say anything negative about the food itself. The sushi was probably the best I have had in the Kansas City area. I will definitely be back to further explore their menu, but maybe at a less busy time. Spicy Crab Salad: 5/10 Spicy Octopus Roll: 6/10 Lobster Roll: 9/10 Super Tornado Roll: 7/10 Green Dragon Roll: 7/10 Scorpion roll: 7/10 Dragon Roll: 8/10 Sushi Sashimi Combination: 10/10 (worth it!) Chirashi Sushi: 11/10 (don't sleep on this, you have to try it) TL:DR Best place to get fresh sushi in KC area. Avoid busy times when looking to dine in (especially during social distancing). Treat yourself and order the Chirashi bowl. You will not be disappointed! read more
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My boyfriend and I are frequents here and have tried so many of their rolls, most of which, don't disappoint. Our go-to is the dinosaur roll, which is always warm, crunchy, and delicious! Today, we tried the white tiger roll for the first time, and it was SO GOOD! The lemon and mango flavors combined created a citrusy and sweet concoction that was so refreshing and also delicious, definitely will order this more in the summertime. I also suggest trying the spicy crab salad with spicy mayo on the side, it is so tasty. The service here is always great and fast; you are in and out! The sushi chefs here are so talented, they create delectable masterpieces. read more
3 years ago
Very tasty sushi for an affordable price compared to other sushi restaurants. The service is quick and the servers are attentive. read more
2 years ago
Great food, good service and fabulous prices! We'll be back - three of us ate like kings and had five drinks between us and the bill was only about $100! Super yum! read more
Hidden gem!This sushi joint is located right on 87th in Lenexa, right by the popular "blackdog coffeehouse." Lots of parking space. The restaurant itself isn't really big, but the quality is A1+. I ordered takeout and they were quick and efficient. My order was-- Salmon katsu fantasy roll, spicy girl roll, crab rangoons, and a large order of miso soup.. they were so sweet and actually threw in a crab salad, on the house for me! Both sushi rolls were fantastic, wonderful combo in both rolls, not too much rice, & enough fillings. Miso soup was perfect, not bland at all.. unlike some other places where I would have to add soy sauce. Crab rangoons were crispy and fried right! Crab salad was super yummy too!! All in all I would recommend them for take out! Hopefully when this pandemic is over I could actually dine in and get the whole experience first hand. :) read more
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Hot AND cold, with a chance of rain! I'm going to go ahead and give my weather prediction, and report we probably won't be going back. They started off on the wrong foot, and just went down from there. I'm not saying any part of the restaurant as a whole was bad per se, it just wasn't as good as any others I've been to. (UPDATE- I will try this place 1 more time, thanks to the many positive reviews- and I gotta try that Dinosaur Roll!) So 1st there was a wait. They said 30 minutes, and it ended up being 65 min- more than double is too much. I think they weren't truthful, and I had groceries in the car. So not happy with the fib. Environment/atmosphere- cold with a chance of showers! It was crowded, COLD, and squished. They sat us at the sushi bar. I thought that would be cool, but couldn't see the sushi chef through the fogged windows blocked by stacks of raw fish. So that was a disappointment. The layout was tight. We were seated right in a busy walk-thru area, so people kept passing thru right behind us. AND- we were right in the path of a very aggressive ac vent that was blowing a cold front calling for a winter parka. We were shivering and I am normally warm. Food- we had egg drop soup, some sort of Octopus salad (I forgot the name), and 3 sushi rolls- Candy Cane, Spicy Girl, and Spicy Crunchy Salmon. But don't be cold by the names! Our first impression was the size of the rolls. I think bigger than I've seen- definitely get your money's worth with these monster rolls! Massive. And, 1 bite was way too big! Lol. Would need to request they slice a little thinner if there's ever a next time! But the next impression was an assault to our senses. Don't be fooled by the names! The spicy was not that spicy, and the candy cane was! We each took a bite of the candy cane roll, and immediately our eyes began to water, and nasal passages cleared- this thing was hotter than a mo-fo! What was it? We didn't order anything with heat like this? We began to slightly panic, and started looking around but saw nothing. We could hardly think straight from the one bite! Lol. And I love spicy food! After gobbling water, and trying an array of ideas to cool the flame, we finally found peace and were able to flag the waitress. They eventually offered to remake the roll minus the culprit. Whatever it was. We never were able to identify. It looked like tiny bits of some green pepper like jalapeno or Serrano. My guess Serrano, although nothing was listed on the menu. Price and value- we found a wide assortment of rolls priced well under $10. They had several rolls in the $5-7 range, and they were very nice size rolls. However, the prize for best for your money goes to the Dinosaur Roll which was massive, and at only $10.95, could have easily been your complete meal with a seaweed salad! So in summary, this place wasn't bad. Just not as good as most competitors- at least not for atmosphere and customer service. Just better to go during slower hours, and when not filled to max occupancy. AND avoid the Candy Cane roll, unless you are dining with a macho man who touts claims that nothing is too hot. Then this IS the spot! It'll be fun to watch them squirm, like we did the teenager at home with the rejected roll. He couldn't eat a 2nd bite either! read more
4 years ago
Still stand by my original review from a year ago this is the NUMBER 1 Sushi place in the whole Kansas City metro area we have ate here probably at least 15 times now possibly more lol but who's counting and it's equally as good every time and always great service and fresh fish and we love the raw stuff! read more
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Tried Sushi Uni for the first time. My mom has the shrimp lo mein and loved it. I had the rock n roll roll and the crispy calamari roll and my daughter had the rock n roll roll and shrimp tempura roll. The crispy calamari was SO good. That was my favorite. We went at lunch so it came with soup and crab Rangoon. Their egg drop is different than I've had everywhere else. I don't know what they do different, but I wouldn't order it again. The sushi was awesome. Took away one star, because we never got drink refills and they didn't bring our crab Rangoon until way after we got our food. May have been an off day service wise. Would definitely go back and try more rolls. read more
A friend told me that Sushi UNI had the best sushi in the Kansas City area. I had my doubts because it's a small, unpretentious restaurant in a little strip mall in Lenexa. But I have to agree...my friend was right! And we're apparently not the only ones who think that, because there was a line outside the restaurant, both when we arrived and after we left! It's a very busy place on Friday and Saturday evenings, and they don't take reservations, but it is worth the wait. The menu is extensive, and you can find something to tempt your tastebuds even if you're not a fan of raw fish! They offer two full pages of creative sushi rolls, and everything is incredibly fresh. The sushi items were beautifully presented, and what we had tasted even better than it looked, if that's possible. Consider yourself lucky if you get to sit at the sushi bar, as you'll be able to watch the master craftsman Sushi Chefs at work! Another perk of sitting there was that the Chef unexpectedly presented us with a complimentary Spicy Crab Salad, a combination of crabmeat, cucumber, seaweed salad, and tempura flakes, all with a slightly spicy dressing...not something I would have ordered on my own, but I will next time...I loved it. I can't believe this little not-so-hidden gem is right in my neighborhood... I will definitely be a regular! read more
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Where can you go and get 3 sushi rolls, 2 crab Rangoon's, a salad or soup for under $13 for lunch? So the best bet is to go here. I ordered a salmon and yellowtail nigiri that was amazing! A large cut of fish and small bed of rice. I like to get some ponzu sauce and fresh wasabi to top and drizzle my nigiri! A must to complete an awesome meal. We drive from Lee's Summit just to enjoy this meal. Great service and an amazing staff. Don't you dare miss this place if you are into sushi! read more
3 years ago
My friend and I came here after 7:30pm on a Tuesday. We came here because my teammate said this was his favorite place to eat sushi. There parking lot was big enough and it wasn't crowded. There were a lot of people eating and we were seated right away. Their menu had a lot of sushi choices as well as entrees and others. We ordered the Spicy Tuna Roll ($5.95), the Honey Wasabi Roll ($6.95), the Hibachi Steak ($13.95) and the Seafood Ramen Noodle Soup ($12.95). The Hibachi Steak came with two crab rangoons and a choice of soup or salad. I chose the hot and sour soup since I haven't had that in a while. We got a free crab salad on the house and that was just okay but would have been better if it was cold instead of room temperature. The crab rangoon was nothing special and just like other restaurants in the Kansas City metro area. The hot and sour soup was good and the flavor was right. After a few minutes, the sushi came out. The Spicy Tuna Roll was just okay to me. It wasn't really spicy but it at least tasted fresh. The Honey Wasabi Roll was also just okay to me. I never had tempura fried cream cheese before so order that if you're in the same boat. I didn't see what was so good about the sushi here like a few others told me. The Hibachi Steak was recommended by our waitress and I ordered it as medium. Well, it came out well done so it was a little dry. The flavor was okay with the vegetables on the plate though. I thought this restaurant was okay for the price. read more
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Have never been a big 'sushi' guy, but the few experiences I have had have been good. This is the second time eating here, but this time we had to carry out because of the Pandemic. We got the Spicy Crab Salad....plenty of the 2 of us. It was very tasty and the flavorful. We ordered 3 different rolls: Green Dragon Roll, U.N.I. Roll and the Tiger Roll. All 3 were wonderful. This place is one of the reasons I will go back for Sushi again. read more
Came here on a weekday at lunch to place a takeout order and they brought it back out to us in my car within 20 minutes. Small location but quick in delivery of food. 1. General sushi- The lunch specials are all very affordable with a good quantity for less than $10! Comes with soup or salad and crab Rangoon. The sushi itself was good (wouldn't say out of this world but good), rolls were packed tightly (no rice falling off when dipped into soy sauce!) and a good ratio of fish to rice. 2. The spicy girl roll- had a little too much going on for me personally but the flavor profile overall was good. For those that are hesitant to wasabi I wouldn't choose this. It's very light and not super noticeable but if you're sensitive to its taste like me, I'd just choose another roll. 3. Hot and sour soup- not what I came here for but WOW. Blown away by this surprise. Probably the best H&S I've ever had and I've had a lot. read more
5 years ago
The best sushi in town! The Itamae's (sushi chefs) is the best part of sushi uni. Yes they are provided with fresh high quality ingredients. What they do with it is amazing! Most of the time I'm dinning alone so I love to sit at Sushi bar. I'm always fascinated and entertained by The Itamae's here. The seem to have fun and enjoying what they do. read more
7 years ago
I've heard people rave about this place so I decided to try it for the first time. After waiting 40 minutes for our 15 minute wait, we were seated in the busy restaurant. Off the bat, we were already unsure about eating here because the hosts couldn't estimate a correct time for those waiting and they had plenty of empty tables the staff had not cleaned off. We got our menus and decided to order from the insane lunch menu. Prices were very cheap, but that does not always mean good quality. Two rolls, two crab Rangoon, and miso soup was so much food for the price. The crab Rangoon and miso soup were really good! I enjoyed them, but they definitely filled me up before our rolls arrived. I ordered the spicy salmon and the rock n roll. They were alright, but they fell apart on a few of the pieces. Overall, pretty good food, I would order different rolls next time. The service was fast, but bad at refilling drinks. The three stars are for the terrible estimation on the wait times. People came in after us being told 20 minutes when it was way longer. read more
Yelp reviews brought us in on a VERY BUSY Friday night. But something tells me it's like that a lot. The wait was around half an hour in a super small seating area in the front, and it looks like they do a ton of to-go business. Always a good sign to see such popularity! The sushi was some of the best and freshest we've had in a long time. The dishes were inventive and unique. The hot and sour soup was probably the best I've ever had, and the daikon maki roll was absolutely delicious! So refreshing! But that spicy crab salad?!?! OMG I would drive the 45 minutes back there just for that!! It was incredible! The only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 was the super tight seating. We were seated at a tiny table between booths in a very high-traffic area. We like to order a LOT when we have sushi, but the table wasn't large enough for everything we wanted. Next time, we'll plan ahead better and just order multiple times. read more
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12841 W 87th St Pkwy
Lenexa, KS 66215
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