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Umé | Japanese Bistro

4.0 (373 reviews)
ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
Open • 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Happy hour specials

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Jason Y.

Ume is in my opinion the best Sushi in the area Windsor and Healdsburg. There a bit left to try in the Santa Rosa area. The staff was great l, the owner Kelly has always been awesome and welcoming. Great selections of cold sake. Quality is on point. Presentations are top notch.

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Cindi B.

Excellent service and food. We were there for lunch today when a large group showed up to dine. The restaurant prepared a massive selection of sushi for the group. All was beautifully crafted! Their lunch specials are delicious and reasonable too!

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Michaela C.

I was so excited for sushi and I've been waiting for this for a long time. I just got home and took a bite they forgot the tobiko my favorite part, this is an hour of my wage lol kinda lame to get it wrong they also didn't double check and almost out a California roll instead of the caterpillar roll, my favorite part is the sauce on it I think it's called tobiko and without that it's just soy sauce you're eating it with

Ruby B.

I love Umi Sushi in Windsor! The rolls were absolutely delicious. Our waiter was so attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better. I have been feeling a bit sick so I got some miso soup as well. Definitely a spot I will be coming back to.

Wendy H.

We had a party of 6 on Friday night with no reservation, and they were able to accommodate us. The atmosphere is nice, though the tables are really close together. The sushi was solid, and the staff was helpful and accommodating. We loved the veggie tempura; it was delicious. The 49er Roll and the Geisha Roll were both excellent. The menu is extensive, with lots of choices. We will be back.

Spicy Tuna Sliders
Anisa A.

Absolutely loved the sushi here. We tried the spicy tuna sliders for something new to try and it was delicious.

Tempura Udon - Udon noodles in soy dashi broth with assorted tempura (vegetables and shrimp)
Julie M.

As a Chinese-American, I've eaten plenty of Asian dishes, from sushi to pho to stir-fry. I have to say, this visit to Ume on March 12, 2025, will be one I remember for a long time. I ordered the Tempura Udon and shared the Agedashi Tofu with my family. Each vegetable and shrimp were perfectly fried and crunchy, and the soy dashi broth was so comforting on the rainy night we visited. The way the tofu was prepared was unlike anything I had ever tasted. Delicious! The restaurant owner also took the time to visit our table to ask about our meal. We appreciated the personal touch! Thank you for a wonderful dining experience.

Tempura bananas and coconut ice cream
Kellie B.

We haven't been back here in a few years. Not for any particular reason, we just sort of forgot about this restaurant. We finally went the other day, and it was so good. Our waiter, Eric, was very friendly and helped make good recommendations. We did a sake flight cause why not and the spicy tuna sliders. Everything was so good. We will definitely be back sooner rather than later this time around! :)

Pre-sushi.  Kidding.  Fish tank by the entry door.
Tom S.

On the strength of all the positive Yelp reviews and the photos of good looking food Barbara S. and I finally made it here for a completely satisfying meal. Barbara ate a garden salad and a rainbow roll. She declared both to be top notch. The crispy fresh salad greens were dressed with a bright tasting dressing. The rainbow roll was a delight to see, made really well. I had the pork ramen soup. The pork bone broth was deeply rich. The noodles were toothsome, the slices of pork soft and delicious, the egg had that gooey yolk, the vegetables just barely cooked to retain their vibrancy. I asked for medium spicy broth, it was just that. The first sip was a chili shock but then settled into a mellow quiet warmth. Surprising alcohol list. Given the humble, not at all fancy dining rooms you wouldn't expect to see a $240 bottle of Kosta-Browne Pinot Noir on the menu, but there it is. I decided to drink a $7 bottle of Asahi beer. 3 servers helped us through the meal. All were kind, friendly, informative and efficient. We arrived on a Saturday 5:15pm. An hour later upon exiting the place was packed and there were at least 30 people waiting to be seated. So table reservations are highly recommended. Of the many, many Japanese restaurants in Sonoma County, this one for quality of food, the wonderful employees is in the upper echelon. The dining room is pretty basic and not pretty. If a $100,000 was spent to lavishly decorate the place, the owners could double the menu prices and still have a booming business.

Lady-in-Red

This place has been my sushi sanctuary for years. I order the same roll (Lady in Red) 90% of the time because if it ain't broke, don't fix it--and once again, it did not disappoint. Always fresh, always delicious, and always worth it. Also, their Happy Hour (4:30-6:00) draws a crowd, and for good reason. Three big groups were already on it while I was there. If you haven't hit up Umé yet, treat yourself--it's worth the trip!

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Great food and service. Always friendly staff and a nice atmosphere and meals are made with perfection.

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Our server was friendly and accommodating with our 1 year old. There is a nice little outdoor area. Good food!

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Very friendly ambiance and tasty food. The service was quite good considering how busy they were. We would definitely return to the Ume.

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Found Ume during a recent business trip. My teammates and I really enjoyed our meal. Sushi was fantastic.

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Agedashi Tofu and 49ers are just a few of my favorites. Love the oysters during the happy hour.

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