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    Umami Way

    3.9 (19 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Soup and pork tonkatsu
    Annabel W.

    New fusion restaurant next to the new Publix in Braselton. Service was spotty as we had 4 at our table and not all the dishes came out at the same time. We waited 30 minutes by the time the last dish came out. The vibe was nice and comfortable. WARNING - if you order any of the dishes with the authentic Szechuan peppers be forewarned that your mouth will be buzzing as if you licked a 9 V battery. No lie! Even your water will taste different! That experience I did not like. It took me all night and the following day to finally get the buzzing feeling gone from my mouth.

    Taia B.

    Umami Way is clean, modern, and has a really nice bar area, even though we didn't try cocktails this time. Our waitress was pleasant and the service was fast. The food was very good overall, but nothing that really stood out the way I expected from a new, modern spot. My husband and I both had the Pad Thai -- tasty, but a little on the sweet side and not the best we've had. The crab rangoon was good but not as filled as some of the mom‑and‑pop Asian places around. The green tea was refreshing, and they offer three different kinds, which I liked. The edamame was good but could've used a bit more sea salt. Our fortune cookies tasted a little stale. Not a bad experience at all -- just not the "new favorite spot" I was hoping for. I'd try it again, but I'll probably still stick with some of the more established Asian places in the area.

    Black Truffle Fried Rice-all shrimp
    Camille C.

    I have visited Umami Way for take-out three times. It is conveniently located near the Publix in the Braselton Village shopping plaza. I have ordered during lunch and dinner, and wait times are generally 15 minutes. The interior is nice for dining in. I have had the black truffle fried rice (all shrimp requested) and Penang curry entrees. The black truffle fried rice was my favorite entree. I typically order Penang curry at Asian restaurants, yet theirs wasn't the flavor profile I expected. The lunch special has good value; I selected the curry, Lo Mein, hot and sour soup, and cucumber salad. Additionally, I tried the appetizer lemon pepper chicken wings and crab Rangoons. The chicken wings are small and they do not offer dressings (for example, Ranch) for dipping. The crab Rangoons are pretty good; more quantity would be appreciated. It's very close to home, so I'll likely visit again. Not sure whether I'll try something new, or stick to what I like!

    Kimchi fried rice
    Westyn R.

    Umami Way is one of the newest spots in Braselton (among many others in this quickly growing area). It features a variety of Asian comfort foods but mostly specializing in Chinese dishes. I travel to the area fairly frequently and I can't wait to come back and enjoy a meal at the restaurant and try something else. I ordered takeout online (which was extremely easy and they even had a tracker!) and it was done quickly. The restaurant itself looked like a good mix of elegant and casual on the inside. I made a mental note of the bar seating and multiple TVs for my next visit. I ordered the curry roti and kimchi fried rice. The roti itself was flaky goodness and chewy. The curry is more of a Japanese style curry than one that I'm used to featuring a coconut milk base but it was rich and full of flavor. Definitely something I was savoring after finishing. The kimchi fried rice was HUGE. They do not go easy in the chicken either. I had a piece of chicken and kimchi in almost every bite it was so satisfying. The fried rice was cooked perfectly and the kimchi flavor was not lacking. I would have liked a little more seasoning on the chicken but overall I enjoyed it. If you're in the area and are looking for something new to try with tons of variety go to Umami Way!

    Moo Goo Gaipan and orange chicken
    Britanny T.

    It was mostly a pleasant experience, when we first came in, there was a little bit of a attitude, but otherwise the attitudes were adjusted and the rest of the visit with our server was good. We enjoyed the food, the portions were perfect. The closest to 'authentic' you'll find around here. I'm a well traveled foodie and this is definitely an Asian cuisine place that I would travel to eat at again.

    Green Curry
    Melissa D.

    We ordered delivery again through their website and they were quick to get it to us. I'll note for "ambiance" everything was packaged really well. I'm going to be a bit critical here even though they didn't do anything wrong. Thai Green Curry is up there as one of my fav dishes, period. The green curry here is good. I would order it again. But it's not their best dish and not the best green curry I've had. It has all the right components and close to the level of creaminess that I prefer, definitely has the spice! But there is a noticeable sweetness missing. I'm not sure where that usually comes from in green curry dishes but it compliments the heat. This time I ordered it with chicken and there is something about the texture of the chicken that seems silkier(?) than normally expected at solely Thai restaurants. I believe this is due to the fact that Umami Way covers Chinese, Thai, and sushi where the chicken is prepared differently for a broader range of dishes. They do tofu really well, I've had it in other dishes. I may just order the green curry with tofu next time. Hubby got the Orange Chicken and I gotta say, the presentation is lovely, the dish hits as it should. The Thai tea is yummy! This is our fav delivery restaurant for Chinese/Thai/sushi in the area. We frequently order from them and they hit way more than miss, so I don't want to knock em too hard. The food is really good. This is just my personal take on the green curry as we work our way through trying different options on the menu.

    Fresh strawberry lemonade, fruit flavored martini, a mocktail and an old fashioned
    Nichole N.

    Finally stopped by to try for dinner. Service was friendly. The only thing that I have to complain about is the cook forgot to add an ingredient to my dinner that makes the flavor really happen for the fish. It's supposed to have pickled mustard greens in it. What I got was really just Peppered Beef. It took us questioning it twice before the manager saw that it was missing the greens and he had them remake it. The new one came out and tasted COMPLETELY different (and exactly what I was looking for) than the other version. I'm glad we spoke up. The dish is SO much better with that cooked with it. It would have been a 5 star review if the staff included it originally, but I'm glad they fixed it. They will be worth trying again. The menu looks diverse so I plan to try other items.

    Haley X.

    I believe their specialty leans more toward Chinese cuisine rather than other dishes on the menu. The portion sizes were relatively large, which was nice, but the ramen broth reminded me more of pho, and the chicken pad thai was a bit bland for my taste. Overall, it just wasn't quite what I was expecting, so I'm not sure I'd come back.

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    Ashawna G.

    I wanted more flavor from the Pho broth. But everything else was a hit. Crab Rangoon was tasty. Service was good, especially on a busy Saturday evening. Love the look of this place. Great decor and positive vibes. Food could be better. Very accommodating wish they had more space for larger groups. I'll try again later.

    Chad B.

    Finally a great Chinese/ Thai restaurant in Braselton! The decor of the restaurant is upscale. The menu is impressive with Chinese / Thai / Malaysian food. Full bar with some good craft cocktails. Had a beef soup and crispy chili chicken that were both excellent. I'll be back

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    Excellent food! My 8-year-old said the Mongolian beef was the best he's ever had. We will be back very soon.

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    4.2(225 reviews)
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    My partner and I decided to try Tani Thai 02.20.2026 and stopped by around 6:30PM for dinner…read more First off, the interior seemed clean and well-kept. The ambiance was dark and intimate, which I appreciated -- it gave the space a cozy, relaxed vibe that felt nice for a dinner date. The music was low and soft, which worked well since most of the tables were talking pretty loudly. It didn't feel chaotic or overstimulating, and we were still able to have a comfortable conversation. Service was decent -- we were seated quickly and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Here's what we ordered: Tiger's Tears ($15) - 3/5 This was the dish I was most excited about. It's described as grilled beef with chili-lime seasoning, onions, scallions, and sweet peppers. Unfortunately, it fell short of expectations. The beef was noticeably tough, chewy, and a bit sinewy rather than tender and juicy. The chili-lime sauce was very sharp and aggressively acidic -- overwhelmingly sour to the point where it masked the savory, char-grilled flavor of the meat. It was supposed to be spicy, but as an Asian who regularly eats and enjoys spicy food, there was barely any heat at all. The dish looked vibrant and colorful, but flavor-wise it felt unbalanced and slightly one-dimensional. Basil Fried Rice with Chicken ($18) - 2.5/5 The menu labeled this as spicy as well, but again, there was zero kick. Not even a subtle warmth. It tasted like very standard, plain fried rice -- mildly seasoned, slightly oily, and lacking depth. The fresh Thai basil aroma wasn't very pronounced, and the overall flavor felt muted and underwhelming. The chicken was okay texture-wise, but the dish as a whole didn't stand out or justify the price point. It needed more heat, more fragrance, and more boldness to feel like true Thai basil fried rice. Coconut Mushroom Soup with Chicken ($5.50) - 2/5 This one was disappointing. When it first arrived, it was comforting and creamy with a light coconut aroma. Initially, it tasted balanced and mildly savory. However, as it sat and I alternated between dishes, the flavor became increasingly sour and slightly off-putting. The chicken was extremely dry, stringy, and overcooked, which made it difficult to enjoy. The broth lacked the rich, silky depth I was hoping for and ended up tasting thin, overly acidic, and somewhat flat. Thai Teas ($5.50 each) - 3.5/5 Honestly, these saved the night. Sweet, creamy, and refreshing -- exactly what you expect from a good Thai tea. Smooth, well-balanced, and flavorful. Water - 0/5 I took one sip and didn't touch it again. It tasted like straight tap water with a faint cleaning solution scent. Thankfully, we had the Thai Teas to rely on. Overall, the experience was okay but not memorable. The atmosphere and ambiance were pleasant, but the food didn't quite deliver -- especially considering how Thai cuisine is typically bold, aromatic, spicy, and layered. For us, the dishes leaned either too sour or too bland, without much balance in between. Given the prices, we were expecting more depth and stronger flavors. Not a terrible experience, but not one we'd rush back for either.

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    Cheerful atmosphere, nice and tidy

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    4.0(71 reviews)
    8.3 mi
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    Golden Phoenix - Drunken noodle (half eaten), it was a huge plate.  That is what I took home.

    Drunken noodle (half eaten), it was a huge plate. That is what I took home.

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    3.5(167 reviews)
    7.5 mi
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    Green Tea has been recently renamed to ATL Sushi Pho and I think the quality has improved…read moresignificantly since the first time I visited before the changes. We ordered combination pho and it was as good as our favorite place about an hour away. We paid a few dollars less than we normally pay, and got slightly less protein, but my bowl still had a good variety of cuts, tripe, and fat. I was happy with the savings and the flavor. We also ordered Massaman Curry, and the curry was delicious, but we removed the chicken because it had a strange texture. I'll stick to vegetables next time.

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