As every other review has pointed out, the seafood here is delicious and fresh! I normally cannot eat more than 2 sashimi without feeling a bit queasy, this did not happen while we ate at Umi The servers were fine in our opinions--some reviews thought they were inattentive. I think it's unnecessary to be entertained and checking on excessively, we dine at restaurants for the food, after all. Servers were here to help facilitate that process, and for many others. Our table were checked in on just enough times to make sure we had everything we needed and they were very polite:) One note on reservation: we went at lunch time on a weekend, I actually booked ahead of time. But once we arrived it seemed unnecessary as there were plenty of tables to choose from. If you forgot to make reservation, I say give it a try regardless read more

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This was my first time with my husband. The ambiance was beautiful, great lighting, modern architecture and clean. The service was good, our waiter was nice and recommended food. We got the beef mapo tofu, beef stir fry, salmon roll and kappa maki roll. The food was delicious! My husband said the salmon roll was good and fresh. The kappa maki roll was refreshing, cucumber roll. The mapo tofu was spicy and tasty. The taste was a bit overpowering, even with the side of rice. The beef fried rice was excellent!! The bill wasn't too bad for a date night, around $75? We'd come back to the restaurant. The parking is awful for this shopping/food area. read more

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This is a great place on the river walk for decent quality sushi with decent prices. We ordered a couple rolls - they were ginormous and pretty tasty. See the photos for details :) The staff are nice and there is plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. read more

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Great food with fast service. Highly recommend. We sat outside and enjoyed the food and environment. read more

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We loved it! The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was lovely! Rachel N took good care of us and was very attentive. We will definitely be back when we are in town again. read more

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Very disappointing experience, especially since we came to celebrate a birthday. We reserved a table for five, but only four adults and a 4-month-old baby attended. The service was disappointing -- I received a dirty glass with someone else's lip marks, and the staff repeatedly confused our orders. The biggest issue was the bill. Their menu states that an automatic 20% gratuity applies to parties of six or more, yet it was added to each of our separate checks. We were never six people, neither when booking nor when dining. Even counting our baby, there were only five of us! What should have been a lovely birthday celebration turned into an unnecessarily frustrating experience. Very disappointing. read more

I am a visitor from out of town here in Washington. I'm going to be honest, the food in the city is horrible. It's all processed and trying to kill you. I've been here now for three weeks and have tried a different restaurant every single day. I almost gave up on trying to find good food here, until I went to this sushi place. The food is good, the quality is good, and so is the Customer Service. I recommend this spot to people that want to eat food and not gain 100 pounds. read more

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We were visiting Spokane for the day and were on a hunt for sushi. We decided on this spot based on reviews and came on a Saturday around 6 pm. I HIGHLY recommend you make a reservation if wanting to come here at peak times. The dining area is pretty small so it fills up quickly on busy nights. We were told it would be about a 45 minute wait. There's a mall close by so we killed time there. The wait ended up being a little over an hour but the sushi was really good! Everyone was friendly. I will definitely be coming back if I'm in the area again. read more

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We had an assortment of sushi along with teriyaki chicken and rice. All were fantastic! Restaurant is very clean and the service was excellent. read more

I'm from Seattle and this was genuinely some of the best sushi I've ever had. I don't know if they season their rice or fish but I got a very simple roll and the flavor was amazing. The roll sizes were huge and well priced. The service was prompt and quick as well. The only suggestion I have is to open the outside seating earlier. They have such a great patio in such a nice area and this should definitely be utilized more!! Will be thinking about this sushi roll for a while! read more

A Decent Sushi Spot with Friendly Service and Stylish Touches Our experience at Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar was overall pleasant. The pricing felt average for a sushi spot, and the food landed in that same category--solid, but not exceptional. We ordered the Himachi Supreme ($18 for 6 pieces) and the Yellowtail Collar. The Himachi sashimi itself was fresh and enjoyable, but what stood out most was the sauce--it was beautifully balanced and really elevated the flavor of the fish. In fact, we found it much more complementary than the sauce that came with the Yellowtail Collar, which leaned too sweet and strong for our taste. As for the Yellowtail Collar, the grilled fish was decent, though a bit drier and less flavorful than we hoped. Personally, I'd opt for Black Cod or Butterfish miso over this dish in the future, as those tend to be juicier and more delicate in texture. Despite that, the overall experience was still good. The restaurant was clean, and service was attentive and friendly. I don't think we'd go out of our way to return, as the food was relatively standard compared to other sushi and sashimi spots we've tried. However, for a small bite near downtown Spokane or Riverfront Park, it's a convenient and enjoyable stop. One thing that stood out in a great way was the interior design--I really liked the modern lighting fixtures hanging overhead. Their varying shapes and heights--some resembling ovals, spheres, UFOs, or vases--added a fun, stylish flair to the dining space. There's also outdoor seating, which is a nice option, though we noticed a lack of umbrellas, making it harder to find shade on sunny days. Final Thought If you're in the area and looking for a quick sushi stop with good ambiance and service, Umi Kitchen is a decent pick. Just don't expect standout flavors beyond the Himachi Supreme. read more

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Always love coming here. The food is always worth it. We are never worried about food positioning just excited about how delicious everything is. They just made their menu bigger which makes it even harder to decide what to eat. read more

Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar - Salmon Roll Crispy Shrimp Roll Honey Walnut Shrimp - Sushi Bars Near Me - Spokane, Washington

While shopping in Kendall Yards, Mary and I stopped in for the first time. There is a modern upscale feel. We were greeted by friendly staff and seated. We ordered the Godzilla roll and Alaska roll; both were fresh and delicious. Get in here and give them a try. read more

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Best sushi spot in Spokane! Super fresh and quality sushi. The menu has a vast variety of rolls + fish options, as well as other options like stir fry entrees, bento boxes, appetizers and more- options for everyone. I recommend getting a reservation because they have two small rooms that fill up fast. The servers were super attentive and quick to get our food out + you can see the chefs making the sushi. Highly recommend! read more

Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar - Rainbow rolls with Sauvignon Blanc - Sushi Bars Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Hands down.... Fantastic spot! Spokane role (modified to soy paper, add shrimp tempura) is my new FAVE!!!! The tuna nigiri was fall off the fish fresh. And all shashmi and my husbands rolls were excellent paired with an old fashioned. 11/10 recommend! read more

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Umi Sushi bar is the place to go for good and big sushi rolls that will satisfy that belly. The service is fast and efficient and the dine in experience is very welcoming for any occasion. read more

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Best Sushi I have ever had! Big pieces of fish! All fresh! Great service! It is a must for anybody that likes Sushi!

Such a solid spot! Every time I have come here the service has been great. Came in at prime time, dinner on a Saturday night and were seated within 10 minutes without reservations. We had the vegetable tempura, the Spokane roll, and the Kung Pao chicken. All of it was delicious. Would've loved to try a cocktail from here but just didn't want to drink. It is a clean and nice interior with a great playlist! Will be returning. read more

Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar - Spokane roll and Kung Pao Chicken - Sushi Bars Near Me - Spokane, Washington

Sensational experience right on the river with some of the best sushi and crab rangoons I've ever had. I've tried many Rangoon fillings in my life and this was in the top 3 easily. Wonderful service with Marlena. A cozy modern fusion restaurant in a nice area. read more

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Sushi was great! We weren't sure what to expect in Spokane, but we were pleasantly surprised. We will be back!

Located in a very cute downtown Spokane neighborhood. The restaurant is pretty small, but it had a lot of good choices. As a relatively big group, they were able to piece together some tables so we can all sit together. The food was good but very overpriced in my opinion. I got their dry pot which was delicious (though it could use a lot more spice) and a lot of food. My friends got sushi which all looked amazing. read more

Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar - Dry pot - Sushi Bars Near Me - Spokane, Washington

First time in and I cannot say enough positive things. The servers and the host we interacted were both so friendly. The restaurant is very family friendly. The restaurant itself is a little smaller and the back patio is for 21 and over. For sushi we ordered: spokane roll, spicy tuna roll and the rod roll. We also ordered fried goyza & chicken chow mein, our daughter doesn't eat sushi yet. The portions for the chow mein are HUGE! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious, highly recommend! read more

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Searching for reasonably priced sushi revealed Umi on Yelp! I had to try it. There is an upper and lower level. I entered the upper level just before 5:00 P.M. on a Sunday, and it was fairly packed. No worries, they sent me downstairs, and I sat at the bar below. There were a number of tasty looking rolls on the with menu. I ordered the Godzilla and Spicy Scallop Rolls and a seaweed salad to start (they don't have a ginger salad). All three were fresh and delicious. I would definitely come back. read more

Umi Kitchen and Sushi Bar - Godzilla Roll (up front) & Spicy Scallop Roll (in the back) ... and lots of extra ginger! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Spokane, Washington

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Excellent salmon roll and sashimi combo. Very good service and overall ambiance. Definitely a recommended restaurant in Spokane, WA! read more

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Near downtown Spokane and plenty of free parking. Sat on the patio. Was greeted promptly and had our drink order taken. Server was pleasant and helpful. I do not eat Sushi so cannot comment on the taste of the food or even what the sushi they ordered was! The did enjoy it though. Said it was very good. I had a teriyaki chicken with rice and veggies. The veggies were sparse in this dish. The chicken did not have much flavor. It was just ok for me. Husband ordered a sake. It came in a glass? Never seen that before. Worth trying again. read more

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Food was superb - we ate in the bar and it quite honestly was so loud we could not hear each other but the service was amazing and we will definitely be back! I give it a four stars because of the noisy atmosphere read more

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This spot is quite small and fills up quickly, so if you're coming with a large group, it's a good idea to make a reservation. The host and waitress weren't particularly friendly or helpful. The hostess did say hello, but there wasn't much warmth, and the overall atmosphere didn't feel very inviting. Our waitress took our order but only checked on us once or twice afterward. We eventually had to get up and let her know we wanted to order another dish, even though the space isn't very large. We ordered a chicken teriyaki bento box, and my daughter thought the chicken teriyaki itself was just okay, though she enjoyed everything else. The bento came with a generous amount of food, including tempura, salad, pot stickers, and a California roll. My husband had the Nigiri and Sashimi Combination, which was fresh and had a good balance of rice. My son and I shared the Caterpillar Roll and Godzilla Roll, but neither stood out as particularly memorable. We also ordered the crab and cheese wontons and the crispy calamari. Only the kids ate those dishes, but they finished all of it and didn't have anything negative to say, so it's safe to assume they were good. Overall, it's a decent sushi spot, but nothing felt like a must‑have. read more

Craved sushi when visiting Riverside in WA and Umi definitely hit the spot! We ordered crab rangoons, the tiger roll, and the sashimi/nigiri platter. For two people and only around $60, we were satisfied and not left broke! The quality of the sushi was stellar and our food came out less than 15min. It was beautiful out so we ate outside which was gorgeous and scenic. The area is great for a stroll, picnic, bike ride with many food, coffee, and market options. Will be returning! read more

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Worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. We get seated and our drinks and appetizers ordered which came out pretty fast. We finished our appetizers and sat around for 10-15 minutes before our server came back to actually take our food order and she leaves not to be seen again for 15-20 minutes at minimum before our food came out. We finished our meal and the table was cleared of any dishes. Now the real horror begins. We sit for over 25 minutes waiting for our check! I could see our server looking at us as she helps everyone else so i finally grabbed another server to get our check who immediately brought it to us and I hand her my card. Waiting, waiting, waiting another 15+ minutes so we check our bank to see if the charge was even pending yet and the same they finally came back and handed our check to us as we were talking about our bill. THEY CHARGED US FOR SOMEONE ELSES MEAL!!!! Our total was $100 the charge on our account was for over $300! Will never return here again and will steer people to the many other and better options for sushi. Only positive not was it was decently priced. We had three rolls, two appetizers, soda, and nagiri/sashimi combo and it was only $100 read more

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Had a really great experience at Umi. Very friendly staff, fast and attentive to all of our needs. Food was great, my girlfriend has a gamut of allergens that they were able to address, will definitely be coming back, may even become the go to spot. Interior was beautifully and simply designed. read more

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We went to Umi for sushi with my husband and grand daughter. Reports is sushi was great. I ate off the menu and wasn't impressed.

Stopped by Umi kitchen the other night and wow, such a nice vibe right when you walk in. The staff greeted me fast and made me feel comfy, not rushed at all. Our server was super kind and kept checking in just enough, never too much, just right! The sushi came out looking really pretty and tasted so fresh, like melt in your mouth good. I tried a couple rolls and a bowl, both were sooo tasty, I ate way more than I planned lol. Prices felt fair for what you get, which is nice these days. Place was clean, music chill, just a really good time overal. Def coming back soon! read more

First time in Spokane and this was the perfect spot! Sushi and fish was great! Served was attentive and great to my dog as well! Would definitely come back if we end up in this area again! read more

One of our favorite sushi spots in Spokane! The downstairs restaurant area is a vibe, the cocktails are uniquely great, and the sushi rolls are fresh and delicious. If you're trying to decide on an appetizer, the spicy garlic edamame always hits the spot. The bartenders were friendly and made good conversation too. I would recommend the kobe beef roll 11/10 times (!!) read more

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Go here! Fresh, delicious rolls, delightful service, clean restaurant situated on the river. Beautiful views. Pros -Spokane roll was my fav! - vegetable chow mein noodles - honey walnut shrimp - garden salad had a light, delightful dressing Full bar downstairs and a variety of specialty drink options. read more

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First time here last year and what a BLAST! Our server Mariah = ! Outstanding service and fantastic recommendations. The plum sake was out-of-this-world amazing! Our anniversary dinner was perfect. Cozy downstairs seating, intimate vibes with candles on every table. Warm setting, great vibes overall! read more

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In town from NC so we didn't have reservations and opted for the bar. Bartenders were super cool, the vibes were great, and the sushi was even better. Beautiful view of Spokane when you step out back. Would be a staple if I lived out there. read more

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Took my husband for his first guided sushi experience, according to moi. He really appreciated my input and ordered the Godzilla Roll, while I had the Tiger Roll. Of course, the nature of sushi is to share. Both were wonderful, and he really stepped out of his comfort zone and appreciated your fine delicacies. Oh, and when we arrived, we were recommended to go to the bar, which was much quieter than the child-ridden restaurant, as it was adults only downstairs. The next time was with my daughter. We tried some fancy drinks, the UFO roll, and the Thai Chicken and Noodle Curry. That chicken was overdone, but otherwise ok. read more

The last Vegas roll was bright, colorful, tasty and well balanced. Wish I took a picture, my only qualm was the roll wasn't fully uniform, maybe it's not meant to be? There was no rice along the plate side of the roll. It was very tasty and filling but fell apart as I picked each piece up, missing that full circle of rice. The fried gyoza was crispy, fresh and delicious. The restaurant was very clean and servers were on top of everything. The spokane roll was also a great pick with the perfect amount of spice and flavor combinations as well as very well assembled. I'll be back for sure. read more

Always so great and also always so quick. My. Go to spot, and the downstairs 21+ area is super nice