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Uni

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$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Charming

Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.

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Executive chef: Ken Oringer & David Bazirgan

From the OpenTable editors: Open since 2002, Back Bay’s Uni still turns out some of the city’s best seafood, much of it sourced from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market. Acclaimed chef Ken Oringer’s menu stars decadent dishes like the uni spoon – uni paired with caviar and a quail egg – in a luxe and lively space inside the Eliot Hotel that makes every meal feel like a special occasion.

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Additional information

Location
370 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Phone number
(617) 536-7200
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Japanese
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking available. The closest garage is at 50 Dalton Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

Take-Kase: Edomae Style Nigiri Omakase
US$250.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Join us for the "Take-kase" Omakase, a unique, tradition-rich Edomae-style omakase tasting every Friday. With only 4 sushi bar seats available at 5:30 pm and 8:15 pm, Chef Tsuyoshi "Take" Takeishi crafts a tasting menu inspired by his travels in Japan, focusing on hyper-seasonal ingredients. This intimate setting allows for a personalized journey through the delicate art of Japanese cuisine, with optional sake pairings by Certified Sake Professional Akira Sherman. Each dish and sake pairing is meticulously chosen to highlight seasonal flavors. Reserve your spot for an unparalleled culinary adventure that pays homage to the traditional Edomae experience, where the freshness and seasonality of ingredients are paramount.

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What 2,293 people are saying

Uni reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Uni Japanese Restaurant in Boston offers an exceptional dining experience with beautifully presented dishes and a "serene and inviting atmosphere." Guests rave about the "incredible nigiri," "unique flavor combinations," and attentive service. While some note the high price point, many agree that the "creative and delicious food" is worth it for a memorable night out.

2,293 Reviews

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Elizabeth VIP
New York City5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good sushi but not worth the high prices they charge. I found most of the dishes underwhelming. We ordered from the a la carte menu. Several dishes were very good (tuna with fois gras), while most were just average. Disappointing.
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David
London5 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Too noisy1. With inappropriate booming base in recorded music. Not very Japanese! And definitely not pleasant! Tables too close together! Food was excellent! Our server was very attentive and helpful in making in selections. Inappropriate charge for “kitchen” added to bill.
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Carolina VIP
London3 reviews
1.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Food was very salty (specially the lobster ramen) and the price they charge is way too high for the quality they serve.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston4 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Place I have been wanting to try. Unfortunately did not meet my expectations. Still worth a try for those curious.
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Emily VIP
Greater Boston11 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We had stayed away for a number of years due to high noise level, but returned after hearing from friends recently that they had a good experience, so we wanted to give Uni another try. Unfortunately, the sushi wasn't well executed, multiple items sat too long before they were served, nori was soggy, 'signature' waygu dumplings were overcooked. Not what you expect, especially for the prices charged.
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Amy
Cleveland1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent, as always! Impeccable food and service.
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Faith
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I would return for the spicy tuna and Foie Gras tomorrow! Customer service was excellent, food was gorgeous, fresh and the complexity of the menu never felt overshadowed by the spectacular taste! We will be back!
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Earle
Greater Boston18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I enjoyed an early dinner before a concert. The sushi was very good and nice other choices for my wife who likes but doesn't love sushi.
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Jennifer VIP
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food insanely good. It’s a unique experience. Fantastic
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Raymond VIP
Chicago24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely incredible meal with new and different sushi like belt fish
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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Uni using the Order Online button.

Uni is rated 4.6 stars by 2293 OpenTable diners.

Uni does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.