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    Umami Kushi

    4.8 (116 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Emma N.

    Food was delicious - owner was nice. We tried a variety of flavors. The texture of the breads are perfect - the perfect amount of crunchy exterior followed by soft pillowy texture for the bread itself. The middle was filled with different ingredients. They have vegetarian and vegan options as well. Ask the owner for what's inside, or how they prepare them! For example, the salmon is actually more of a creamy salmon mashed-potato than a sockeye or smoked salmon. The bulgogi and jerk chicken have some spice to them. Some of the breads come with sauces on the side - for example the 3 listed already. Beef curry was our favorite. Butternut squash was seasonal. Today was their first day offering it, so maybe that's why the bread to filling ratio was a little heavier on the bread side. All the rest of them were perfect. We came just before 11am on a Wednesday, but turns out they have customer appreciation on Tuesdays with 1/2 off all the breads. There's very limited seating - a couple tables seating parties of 2 outside, no seating inside that I noticed. This is mostly a grab and go place - I even saw a few bicyclists stopping by for a bite. Would absolutely swing by again!

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    Diana C.

    The food was so good! I had the egg sando and the vegan tofu kimchi bun and my partner had the BBQ pork bun. Everything was super tasty. The server was very friendly and helpful with questions. He also brought out some beignets on the house which was very kind! We came around 1:30 so they were winding down for the day and we were the only people inside. The eating area is small but the murals are really bright and cute! I was excited to try their stuff directly from them as I've only tried their stuff that they sell at other cafes more towards downtown.

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    Tracie E.

    Finally got a chance to stop into this Black owned anime cafe in south seattle and it did not disappoint! Such a cool cafe offering up a variety of Japanese style buns, drinks and even has a vending machine inside staying true to the Japanese theme. Llimited seating but right across from the water so you can go across the street and eat your buns while they're hot outside on a nice day. I got the beef curry which was my favorite, very comparable to the curry buns I've had in Japan. I also tried the jerk chicken which came with a small jerk sauce on the side and a fried sweet plantain slice on top, the plantain added something I didn't expect and I wish there was more, the jerk sauce wasn't a flavor I'd prefer so without the sauce the bun was a little dry. I will definitely be back and hope to catch their chicken adobo bun before it sells out.

    B S.

    Very great food and amazing service! The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were even better. I ordered three pans, their chips, and the lemongrass chili crisp. I absolutely loved the mofongo pan the most, followed by the black-eyed pea one. My least favorite was the adobo, but it was still very tasty. I didn't realize two of the pans came with sauce -- that could definitely be highlighted more clearly when serving, since it really took everything to the next level. Even without the sauce, everything was delicious, but once I added it, the dishes went from great to phenomenal. The chips were perfect for snacking -- super crisp and addictive. I also loved the chili sauce and even used it in my ramen! I really wanted to bring a box back to California with me, but I was there on business and didn't get the chance. Next time, I'm definitely stocking up so everyone at home can try it too! Highly recommend.

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    Wendy K.

    Umami Kushi started serving dinner and it's katsu! The chicken katsu we had was cooked perfectly crispy outside and chicken was moist. Served with house made condiments of mustard, tonkatsu sauce and pickled veggies with cherry. With a large bowl of shredded cabbage was perfect for a warm summer evening. Served beautifully on a wood plank. We decided to dine in and so glad we did had a wonderful chat with Harold the owner and ideas he has going forward with his Okazu Ya evenings Thursday-Saturday. Excited to cone back! Need to try the Silog and Chicken and Beignet soon

    Okazu Pan (BBQ Pork)
    Tyler U.

    A Seattle favorite of ours, this place serves okazu pan which are stuffed buns with a crispy coating on the outside. Our favorite flavor is the jerk chicken, but this time we tried the chicken adobo, beef curry (second favorite), and bbq pork. They were all fresh/hot and the bbq and adobo came with their own individualized sauces too. The adobo was made with ube dough and had a slight sweetness to it. All were solid. The place itself is nicely decorated and it has its own small lot. They were open at 9am on Friday, but Apple Maps still says 10am. We always recommend this place to friends. Beignets unfortunately only served on the weekends, but anytime we're in the Seattle area we will be back!

    Chicken & Beignets
    Angela S.

    Stopped by on the way home from my salon appointment. The pleasing aroma greets you as soon as you walk in the door. I wanted to try EVERYTHING, but I settled on the jerk chicken and yakisoba, Beignets and 2pc. chicken and the pastry, made in an individual iron skillet!!!! The inside is small and quaint, four 2-tops, but the exceptional mural on the wall if more than selfie worthy!

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    Very tasty, chill vibes, was given free chips, 10/10 absolutely will eat here again next time I'm in the area.

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    Love these guys, fried buns always light. Came in this Sunday and customer service was nice. Must visit!

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    Delicious. Don't forget to try the beignets, which for us has been the best, having also tried it in new orleans

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    Fabulous. We tried five different pans, all good. The curry beef and bulgogi were remarkable. I wish I lived closer.

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