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    Umi

    4.8 (129 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 9:00 PM

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    James N.

    What a hidden gem! I was visiting my mother-in-law and needed my sushi fix. I drove here to get a table but they only take reservations unless you're lucky enough to find a free table. I wasn't lucky enough to get a table the first night. So, I called then left a message for a reservation and got one two days later. I still needed my sushi fix and I went to another restaurant that had 4 stars on Yelp and it was horrible. Don't go waste your time or money on sushi anywhere else. There's no bar seating here and only 4 tables total. This is a small husband and wife duo that is turning out amazing quality food and perfect service. Starting with the apps I had a miso soup that was perfect. It wasn't too salty, and had the perfect amount of tofu with the most perfect texture. Their Ikayaki (grilled squid) was amazing. I'm a sucker for squid and there's tasted like I was in Japan again. I think they use butter and soy sauce. Again it was perfect! The tempura appetizer was light battered to perfection and included a variety of asparagus, sweet potato, zucchini and eggplant. Not sure if they use the same veggies every time but they were all delicious. For sushi I got the sashimi plate that included beautiful cuts of tuna, yellowtail, salmon, octopus, squid and roe and yellowtail roll. Excellent presentation and taste. Everything I had was excellent! I will definitely be making reservations in the future when I come back. Eating here is the closest experience to being served in Japan and I live in Hawaii. I feel like that is saying a lot. Hickory y'all have a hidden gem here! 10/10 would recommend to any sushi lover or traditional Japanese food. Tips: * Make reservations, will probably have to leave a message * To go orders need to be called in before they open * Try and eat everything that you can

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    Jeanette C.

    Whenever my husband is in Hickory for a business trip, he makes reservations here. I was able to join him for two of the visits! This is the most delicious Japanese food I've had! I try to order a different dish each time and every dish has been made with the best of quality and freshness. Umi is owned and ran by a husband and wife. The husband is the chef and the wife provides the table service. I hope they keep the restaurant open for many more years!

    Anh V.

    This place is one of the best sushi restaurants I've been to and I've been to a 3 Michelin star sushi restaurant in Japan. We had the nigiris and 2 rolls and I must say the nigiris were amazing. The restaurant is owned by a sweet lady and her husband. They are both from Japan and you can taste the love in their food. I can't believe I found this place and the reviews don't lie. This place is amazing and the quality of fish is some of the best.

    Snow crap roll , lobster roll and spicy tune roll
    Terry M.

    Food was outstanding from presentation to freshness to taste top-of-the-line all the way. Service was swift and she was kind and sweet inside its so cute tiny warm inviting dining area with 4 tables truly a hidden gem total recommend and I will definitely be dining here again.

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    Sarah O.

    Phenomenal experience! I had never eaten at an authentic Japanese restaurant before. The waitress was super nice and patient. She ensured we ordered an appropriate amount of food for our table. We ordered 2 appetizers and 5 sushi rolls to share between 3 people. She offered to take our group picture at the end of our meal. I'll definitely be back!

    Half eaten bento box! $24 worth of deliciousness!

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    15 years ago

    This place is wonderful. Having lived in Japan and been back many times, this is an authentic cultural experience. Just delightful.

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    12 years ago

    Very good... But, the portions were small and it is a bit pricey. The decor is very lovely and inviting. I would go back.

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    13 years ago

    I love the shrimp tempura (I like it with the sticky, sushi rice) and the sushi is very good.

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