Our new favorite Asian fusion spot! Clean with fun vibes thanks to the TVs everywhere and Kpop music filling the spacious dining room. We liked everything we tried, but THE WINGS!! You must order the wings!!!! Sticky, sweet/spicy, juicy, and crunchy. Everything you can love about wings in one satisfying bite, the wait is worth it! We also ordered gyoza, beef pad kee mao and a pokeman go roll to sample the different Asian cuisines available on the menu. Our favorite was the Thai drunken noodles, but nothing was a miss. Although I probably wouldn't come here just for sushi, I need to come back to try all the interesting menu items like the bulgogi burger, and the Korean fried chicken sando. Our server Michelle hooked us up when we realized there was a bucket deal on drinks after we hastily ordered one beer each. She was so sweet, even though we came in near closing. The wings and beer were a perfect accompaniment to the first half of the NCAA championship game we watched during our visit. Can't wait to eat those wings again! read more

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I'm a regular here and it's always one of my first choices when I'm bringing friends into town especially for the Super Bowl. Michelle is always there ready to greet you from behind the bar! The vibe high-energy and fun, but be prepared: it's usually loud and table waits can run long. Michelle got a karaoke speaker could a new addition! One big tip: order all your food at once. The Korean fried chicken wings take about 20 minutes to come out, but trust me, they're 100% worth the wait. The wings are crunchy on the outside, packed with garlic, sweet, savory flavor, and somehow still moist and juicy on the inside. Perfect texture every single time. No soggy wings here just crisp, sticky, flavorful goodness. They are also best leftovers perfect for the air fryer! Every friend or family I bring ends up loving the wings long after we leave. If you're looking for consistently great food and some of the best Korean fried chicken in Nashville look no further! Bonus tip: the sauce table has plenty of sauce and spices if you want to heat up your wings further or want to check it out. read more

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This was my first time here and I was thoroughly impressed with the staff, cleanliness, and quality of the food. The Korean fried chicken was delicious. I ordered spicy, it wasn't spicy but it was extremely flavorful. I also ordered the suite28 roll. It had a lot going on but in the best of ways. I would definitely come back. read more

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I came here for lunch. Love the area and the prices were decent. The food was just ok. I ordered the vegetable fried rice and the spicy tuna and spicy crab roll. The rice was good; but the sushi was just mediocre. Our waiter was very attentive and patient as we waited for our full party to arrive. The restaurant was clean and love that you can walk around a bit afterwards. Overall, I'm glad I tried it out but it wasn't my favorite read more

Umami - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The ramen was awesome. Had a bottle of saki with my food and watched some of the game. This is NOT a sports bar but they do have screens at the bar. The wait time on my food was kind of long but worth it. Service was great. Very friendly and attentive. read more

Best fried rice! I love the atmosphere and selections of food. Always consistent. Happy Hour everyday! Michelle is great!

I absolutely love Umami! The food is 10/10, the service is excellent, the atmosphere is super fun (we ended up having an impromptu mini dance party at the end of our dinner!). The Korean fried chicken is off the charts. Highly recommend. read more

I got the chicken pad Thai at a "Hot" and it was really good. My girlfriend (yea I know right, awesome) got the red chicken curry and it was the most delicious curry I've ever had. The service was amazing, there was a lady in there who was being rather "disruptive" and they handled the situation amazingly. I'd probably like the lights to be a bit brighter but goku is painted on the wall so that's sick. read more

This is one of those places that I go back and forth with. First off, the Korean fried chicken wings are off the hook and they get a start just for those. Everything else from there has been hit and miss. The food is good, just not, I can't wait to go there again. There are other restaurants that do may of the dishes better but it's still solid. However again, if you want some Korean fried chicken wings, they are awesome. read more

Umami's food is delicious -- best Thai cuisine in Nashville! Will definitely be back to try that Flaming Tiger Roll. The ambiance is super chill with intimate vibes, perfect for a date or lowkey night out. Henry, our server, was so sweet and nice! If he's yours, treat and tip my boy well! read more

Food: Best Korean fried chicken I've ever had! I always have to get the fried chicken wings when I come visit. I know the chef personally went through all kinds of different trials and recipe tweaks to get it absolute perfection. The hamachi collar is one of the best I've had as well. One of the friends in our group said it was her favorite dish of the night besides the wings. The pad Kee mao is legit, so much flavor and we totally killed that dish. If you're into inventive creative dishes, try the kimchi fries, interesting way to make loaded fries. All the sushi rolls that we ordered were delicious, chef's kiss "mwah"! Service: Stop by the bar and say Hello to Michelle. She is the sweetest! I've talked to a couple regulars who love going here and I'm sure it's because of the friendly staff. Ambiance: I won't lie, the Kpop music videos distracted me like no other but it's so fun to watch! They all look like perfect dolls. It gives the place a fun vibe though. read more

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Been here a few times and have consistently been impressed with their food. This past trip, I sat at the bar and chatted with the owner. She was so friendly and welcoming. We got spicy edamame, miso soup, ginger salad (with homemade dressing that was incredible), the Umami roll, the Firecracker, and the sushi special. Every single item was better than the next! You can tell they put a lot of effort into their food. Highly recommend! read more

Umami - Sushi Special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Went around 4:30 pm on a Sunday and had no trouble being seated. Service was good, the server was attentive and was helpful with the menu. The sushi was delicious. The ingredients were fresh and both rolls did not disappoint! The beef pho was not that great, the dish lacked flavor. Overall would return for the sushi and service! read more

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My first experience here was average. The beef pho was very flavorful but nothing special about it. I also had the spicy Korean fried wings which were not spicy at all. The service was a little slow but the restaurant was nice and clean. read more

Umami - Beef Pho - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The owner of this establishment is rude. The food is average and way over priced. I prefer bite a bit in east Nashville. Soooo yummy.

The food at this place is so good. We had the fried chicken which was so delicious. the best Korean chicken I have ever had. we also had the sushi which was really good. To top it off the mango sticky rice was yum. Michelle and Steve which are the owners are so cool and down to earth. This is our new spot to go to for a good vibe and great food. read more

Omg roll was very good and we enjoyed the yellowtail and rainbow rolls. Service was quick and pleasant. Looking forward to coming back to try the KFC and traditional dishes. Only giving 4 star because we wish there were more rolls without tempura. read more

We visited for trivia and had a great time! It was also half off wine (Tuesday), however their wine prices are not listed on the menu, which made it a bit cumbersome to work out which wine to order. I ordered the boneless wings and did half and half. So crispy and yummy! The spicy isn't very spicy at all, but still very tasty! The pieces of chicken are big so I definitely could have gone with a smaller order. Kimchi fried rice was also good. Server was great and kept everyone's orders straight even though we had a large party. It was loud for trivia but we had so much fun! read more

Umami - Korean Fried Chicken - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Glad to see this establishment survived covid!! Because the chicken wings were the bomb!! I had the seafood ramen... Definitely a winter dish. And needs more seafood in it. But was so delicious! And maybe I'm a bit country but I really wanted to eat it with some cornbread LOL now those wings... make them spicy and keep them coming! They were the bomb! My daddy got pad thai with extra broccoli... well thanks Umami!! Now I have to make a decision as to whether or not I'm going to get the wings out of the pad thai now! But either way whatever I get from here is going to be good! And the staff is incredibly considerate thoughtful and friendly! This is always going to be a fave read more

Umami - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The food isn't good, ignored by the server as they served over tables that came in after us. The sushi is very dry. It was just an overall bad experience. We will not be returning. We tried 3 rolls, and when we asked for the bill the billing was incorrect. After waiting a while the server came around and had the bill fixed. I had tried to have a good evening with some family from out of town and they would later that evening feel sick. I hope the service and food improves. We looked at the reviews before deciding on coming here for dinner. We figured we would spend $$$ on nice sushi for the evening and it was a huge let down and still a about a $75 bill + tip. read more

Umami is like visiting your favorite auntie's kitchen, a warm cozy place where loved ones gather. While it can get busy and the wait can be a bit longer, the server here is awesome and stays on top of things. Food came out at a reasonable time and wings do take a bit longer (as stated on the menu) so plan accordingly when ordering. We put an order as soon as we were seated. I recommend doing half spicy and half garlic to try both flavors- this is easily one of their best dishes here. We also ordered chicken katsu, gyoza, pork ramen, beef pho and kimchi fries. Do not skip the kimchi fries! This was a flavor bomb and one I'll be getting each time. The beef pho was a little disappointing as the broth was not what you'd expect with typical pho broth. This broth was a bit cloudy instead of clear and really seemed like they used their ramen broth but with a slight difference in flavor. The pork ramen is good and the broth fit the flavor profiles you'd expect. Ultimately, the pho was not bad, but just don't expect your normal beef pho flavors here. Both soups were huge in portions so be hungry when ordering this or plan to share. Overall this is a solid spot for a variety of quality Asian dishes! read more

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Update: Still the best place for Korean Fried Chicken wings in Nashville! I love them so much that it's the only order my partner and I ever place here. The price has gone up a bit since pandemic spiked supplier prices, but they are worth every penny! The owner, Michelle, is super friendly and accommodating. Note - They will not serve their wings without sauce or with the sauce on the side! Some things to know: PARKING & ACCESS - There is a small open parking lot right out front that is attached to a large garage. There's also street parking on Porter House Drive. The main entrance is facing the parking lot on the corner of the building (to the right). INTERIOR - The space is mostly one large room. There is a large projector screen that plays music videos (mostly kpop) most of the time or sports games on special occasions. There are also several mounted TVs around the restaurant. If there's not a big game, the music is normally whatever MVs are playing. There's also a sink for washing your hands in the corner by the projector and restrooms - love the easy access for messy wings! ORDERING & SEATING - Umami is a table service restaurant. There is normally a sign at the entrance telling you to seat yourself or wait for a hostess. Often, the owner, Michelle, will call out "sit wherever you like!" from behind the bar. There are barstools at the bar, bench seating against the wall with windows, and metal chairs for all other tables. Waitstaff here are always friendly, but they often seem understaffed. Don't hesitate to politely grab their attention if you need something! This is not a place that will check on you every 10 minutes. OUTDOOR SEATING - Umami also has a nice covered patio available with large picnic tables. This is a great option for good weather! RESTROOMS - There are two large, gendered single-person restrooms down the hallway next to the hand sinks. The women's restroom has a large counter in the middle that may make maneuvering a bit tight for larger patrons or patrons who use wheelchairs - just something to be aware of! SENSORY NOTE - With the TVs, music, music videos, and some color-changing lights ("Umami" sign by the bar and one light near the entrance in the ceiling), Umami can be overwhelming sometimes. If you are a person who is sensitive to lights or sounds (its me, hi), you may want to consider this before sitting down. Michelle and the staff are very kind - I'm sure if you needed to move seats or request that a TV is muted, etc, they would be willing to accommodate you as long as they aren't super busy! Despite all this, I've never found the interior to be too loud - just a lot going on! read more

Spiciest wings and most delicious! Ghost peppers! Come say hi to Michelle!!! Best wings ever! read more

Umami - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The beer was flat and we think old because my mom and I left with our stomachs not feeling great. The sushi however was delicious! The server did his best to help us with ordering but a lot of drinks were out but still on the menu. read more

Went to Umami for a girls trip to Nashville. We were craving an Asian cuisine and it was absolutely what we needed. All the tables were full, so it seems like a popular spot. We ordered a bunch of sushi rolls and it was absolutely delicious. Red Dragon roll, OMG roll, Suite 28 roll and spicy salmon roll. Great food, great service and a fun ambiance. Would highly recommend and will definitely come back when we're in town. The menu had so many options- Sushi, Korean, Thai, Ramen- just seems like something for everyone! read more

Umami - Spicy salmon roll, OMG roll, Suite 28 roll, Red dragon roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

BEST KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN IN NASHVILLE! If you are in a rush or HANGRY, please be patient. Korean fried chicken takes 30 minutes to be ready. During rush hours, it will take awhile for your food to be served. Even on Friday night, there are 2 servers working. I would say it is worth the wait. I have been dining here for 2 years and food tastes exactly the same! That is consistency in recipes. I highly recommend Korean Fried Chicken and Jalapeños poppers. It is more of a family friendly restaurant. Expect some loud noise. read more

Umami - Korean Fried Chicken - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I'm gonna start this off with I am pretty much a sushi connoisseur - I eat sushi around 2 times a week every week. There are some pretty good sushi places in Nashville, but most of them are extremely expensive and don't have great service. This place is the exception - the food is always spectacular and the service (namely Michelle, the owner) is fantastic, so much so that we have become regulars here. The food is very fairly priced for the extremely high quality. This is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Nolensville/Antioch! Everything I have had here is delicious: the starter salad with house made dressing, the Korean Fusion Quesadilla, the pad Thai, the bento boxes, the fried rice, and (my favorite) the sushi. Everything is fresh, with great sized portions, and is always delicious. The restaurant is always very clean, and they have a lot of fun happy hours, events like trivia, and are always playing fun music! Long story short, this will always be my favorite Asian restaurant in Nashville. You can't beat it - great food, great service, and amazing experiences!! read more

The issue I have with this business is not with the food, the food is ok really nothing special at all, but it is with the owners. I live in Lenox village and the male owner of this establishment pulled up on my boyfriend one day I guess in a road rage?? The owner got out of the car and was cussing and trying to fight my boyfriend who was standing there like ??? ok. He then proceeded to cuss at me, calling me a "hoe ass" and then sped away to his business just around the corner. The only reason why I know it was him was because later that day my sister and I went to Umami and saw that he was the owner. I was in complete shock that someone who owns a business is cussing at and trying to fight the people who live right next to the restaurant. He saw me and definitely recognized me and sat with his back to me the whole time, probably trying not to be recognized. I have the video of him pulling up on my boyfriend as well, but I will not post that here out of respect for his wife who is normally quite nice. read more

We are so lucky to live in a shared neighborhood with Umami! My husband and I are here for sushi at least once a month! Michelle at the bar is our favorite and treats us like family! read more

I've been here a couple of times now and I can surely say I love this place. The wings, the bulgolgi, the ramen, all fantastic. They also have my favorite beer, Asahi. It's hard to find something I find offputting or dislike because the food is so good and the service is so friendly. Highly recommended. The wings are the best battered wings so far in my journey of Korean fried chicken. read more

I love this place so much. As soon as you walk in the vibe is great and everyone is so friendly. The food is also AMAZING! I've had almost everything on the menu and I still don't have a favorite yet. BUT my most recent one that was really good is Spicy Hulk roll. They also have multi Soju flavors which is hard to find in other stores so thats always a plus! I recommend coming here if you want good food and friendly people!! read more

If you ever needed a message: Don't spend your hard earned money where you are NOT welcome, just tolerated - let this be it. The lady owner is not a friendly person. People of color, Please find somewhere else to get rice and wings. read more

This is my go to whenever I'm craving sushi or wanting to have a glass of wine and unwind. The owner, Michelle, is so friendly and sweet! The umami roll and the red dragon roll are my top favorites, and the korean fried wings are to die for. I want to try everything on the menu! read more

Umami - Seafood Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

The KFC (Korean Fried Chicken) is the best. It is so crispy and the flavor explodes on your tastebuds. We ordered so much food and it just kept coming. The service was excellent and the owner even stopped by to say hi. They were up front about the wings taking a little extra time to get perfect. And they were right on time. You know they were made fresh to order. The ambiance was perfect. Not a huge fan of K-Pop, but it fit with the food and flavors. I will be back and bringing friends. read more

Excellent dining experience! Came in for lunch. Got the lunch portion Pad Thai with egg roll. Very flavorful and authentic! Portion was perfect, garnish of bean sprouts and shredded carrots and red cabbage added nice touch. I especially enjoyed the sweet Thai tea. From this Southern Californian, local folks from Nashville TN must try this! Bravo! read more

Umami - Lunch pad Thai, egg roll. Ordered Thai tea to compliment. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Everything was just right. Great Hibachi entertainment & food! I had the chicken & my husband had the filet mignon & lobster. It was all delicious. We will definitely go again. read more

Sushi was good. Took a long time to get food and not many patrons in the place when we sat down. Large tv playing K-pop music videos.

Service was good but the food is very expensive and mediocre at best. The sushi is good though just very expensive. The ambiance is good with music and friendly service. read more

Umami - Beef Miso Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Food was great but my seared tuna had a piece of plastic from like a bag of bread , waitresses just took it off the plate & still charged us for it! But overall everything was good they had kpop playing which was a vibe!!! read more

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This place was a cute space with so many options for alcohol I was super excited. The gyoza were amazing and I loved the crispness of them. Sadly the ramen was bland. It reminded me a lot of chicken noodle soup in the flavor department but was definitely a far cry from what I had wanted. May go back to try sushi but will not be ordering it again. Also when we got it Togo they put noodles and all in a container instead of separating the noodles from the rest which made the noodles to limp and stuck together when we tried to serve them. read more

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