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Umi Sake House, Seattle, WA

Umi Sake House

4.8
4.8
2570 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese

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2 people
22:30
Booked 82 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Umi Sake House is a unique Japanese cuisine restaurant in the Belltown area of Seattle featuring the highest quality seafood available in the Northwest, a large izakaya-style tapas menu, and boasting a sake list of over 60 imported Japanese bottles. The interior is multi-faceted, with a black slate tiled traditional dining room, a gorgeous 14 person capacity wooden sushi bar, a semi private "tatami" room which holds 12 people, a larger 25 person private dining room, an enclosed "back patio" casual dining room complete with tropical garden, a black concrete liquor bar with custom sake cocktails and fusion traditional cocktails. The variety of atmospheres allows for a different experience with every visit, and the vastness and quality of the menu does the same. For the budding sake enthusiast or the seasoned veteran, the sake menu at Umi is bottle for bottle the best found anywhere outside of Japan!

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  • Location
    2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Phone number
    (206) 374-8717
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Arcelia Castillo
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

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Menu

Soups

  • MisoUS$3.00

    tofu, scallions & seaweed

    • Spicy King Crab**US$13.00

      king crab, onions, cilantro & habañero tobiko in savory bonito broth

      • Asari MisoUS$5.00

        manila clams, enoki mushroom, spinach & scallions

        • Spicy Coconut Lobster**US$13.00

          lobster, onions, cilantro, coconut milk & habañero tobiko in rich bonito broth

          Salads

          • Beet SaladUS$8.00

            poached beets, mixed greens w/ miso-mustard vinaigrette

            • Wakame SaladUS$9.00

              seaweed medley of agar, suginor & kikurage w/ sesame oil seasoning & yuzu dressing

              • Ohitashi SpinachUS$7.00

                blanched spinach w/ sesame dressing & bonito flakes

                • House Spring MixUS$8.00

                  mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers & tofu croutons tossed in yuzu shiso vinaigrette

                  Raw Bar

                  • Ahi Tuna Poke*US$14.00

                    tuna, onions, cucumbers, seaweed tossed w/ sesame soy dressing

                    • Jalapeño Hamachi* **US$15.00

                      yellowtail sashimi, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro w/ a yuzu citrus ponzu

                      • Salmon Usuzukuri* **US$14.00

                        thinly sliced salmon drowned in yuzu citrus ponzu w/ jalapeños, sprouts & tobiko

                        • Oyster Shooter* **US$3.00

                          pacific oyster in 7 spice granita, tobiko & pico de gallo

                          • King Crab TowerUS$17.00

                            king crab, avocado, snow crab topped w/ pico de gallo yuzu citrus ponzu, wasabi aioli & tobiko

                            • Rainbow Tartare* **US$15.00

                              finely chopped tuna, yellowtail & salmon w/ shrimp, avocado, tobiko & scallions over sushi rice w/ wasabi aioli & spicy ponzu

                              • Ahi Tuna Tower*US$14.00

                                tuna sashimi w/ miso mustard dressing, yuzu aioli, tobiko, shiso & green onions over sushi rice

                                • House Sashimi*US$14.00

                                  two slices each of tuna, salmon & yellowtail

                                  • AnkimoUS$13.00

                                    monkfish liver, scallions, tobiko, wasabi aioli & ponzu

                                    • Tako Wasabi*US$8.00

                                      raw baby octopus marinated in wasabi

                                      Pan Fried

                                      • 7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **US$14.00

                                        lightly seared tuna dusted in 7 spice seasoning w/ tobiko, scallions, roasted garlic ponzu & cilantro aioli

                                        • Seared Scallops*US$13.00

                                          lightly seared scallops w/ hijiki vinaigrette

                                          • Filet Mignon*US$15.00

                                            beef tenderloin tataki w/ roasted garlic ponzu & wasabi aioli served w/ salad & creamy yuzu aioli

                                            • Seafood GyozaUS$12.00

                                              house-made shrimp & scallop dumplings served w/ chili oil ponzu

                                              Fried

                                              • Agedashi TofuUS$9.00

                                                fried tofu in dashi broth topped w/ bonito flakes, nori, scallions, grated radish & ginger

                                                • Crispy CalamariUS$11.00

                                                  fried calamari w/ sweet chili lime sauce, green onions, salad & creamy yuzu aioli

                                                  • Lobster TempuraUS$18.00

                                                    tempura battered and fried w/ oyster sauce

                                                    • Shrimp & Vegetable TempuraUS$14.00

                                                      battered and fried w/ side of tempura sauce

                                                      • Soft Shell CrabUS$16.00

                                                        served w/ wasabi aioli & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                        • Spicy Ginger Chicken**US$13.00

                                                          fried chicken, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce

                                                          • Spicy Tomato Tofu**US$11.00

                                                            fried tofu, tomatoes & okra in a sweet & spicy garlic sauce

                                                            • Spicy Ginger Tofu**US$11.00

                                                              fried tofu, bell pepper, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce

                                                              • Chicken KaraageUS$10.00

                                                                japanese style fried boneless chicken marinated in ginger, garlic & soy w/ yuzu aioli

                                                                Grilled

                                                                • Grilled SquidUS$11.00

                                                                  salted & served w/ teriyaki sauce

                                                                  • Garlic Short RibsUS$14.00

                                                                    beef short ribs marinated in garlic soy glaze served w/ taro chips

                                                                    • Black Cod KasuzukeUS$14.00

                                                                      marinated in sake kasu for 3 days w/ saikyo sweet miso & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                      • 7-Spice Grilled King Crab**US$18.00

                                                                        dry rubbed king crab served w/ yuzu citrus butter & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                        • Hamachi KamaUS$14.00

                                                                          seasoned yellowtail collar served w/ ponzu & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil

                                                                          • Shishito Yaki**US$7.00

                                                                            shishito peppers grilled w/ sea salt & lemon

                                                                            Steamed

                                                                            • Asari SakamushiUS$12.00

                                                                              sake steamed manila clams in garlic butter

                                                                              • Chawan MushiUS$8.00

                                                                                steamed egg custard w/ seafood & chicken please allow time to prepare

                                                                                Baked

                                                                                • Seafood Trio Bake**US$14.00

                                                                                  green mussels, shrimp & crab baked w/ spicy aioli & soy glaze

                                                                                  • Dynamite Bake**US$14.00

                                                                                    clams, shrimp, scallop, habañero tobiko & spinach baked in spicy snow crab mix & butter

                                                                                    Noodles

                                                                                    • YakisobaUS$18.00

                                                                                      chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat egg noodles & vegetables

                                                                                      • YakiudonUS$18.00

                                                                                        chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat udon noodles & vegetables

                                                                                        • Nabeyaki UdonUS$20.00

                                                                                          wheat noodle soup w/ king crab, scallops, egg, kamaboko, clams, shrimp tempura & vegetables

                                                                                          • Tempura UdonUS$16.00

                                                                                            wheat noodle soup w/ shrimp tempura, kamaboko, green onions, spinach & bok choy

                                                                                            Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                            What 2,570 people are saying

                                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                            4.8
                                                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                            • 4.5Value

                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                              Japanese

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

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                                                                                            • Seattle

                                                                                              Hot spot

                                                                                            • Seattle

                                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                            Umi Sake House in Seattle is cherished for its "best sushi spot" reputation, offering "fresh and delicious" fish. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff," and the "fantastic happy hour" with "great value." While the ambiance is lively, it's sometimes "quite loud." Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

                                                                                            2,570 Reviews

                                                                                            1. Joy

                                                                                              San Francisco7 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 3 March 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              It was our first time and we were delighted to find we were able to order from the happy hour menu (5:30 reservation). 16 plates later, we were stuffed and it was a great value! 👍🏽👍🏽

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                                                                                            2. Vincent

                                                                                              Seattle1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              This is a great spot for sushi lovers and critics alike. Fresh, sushi.

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                                                                                            3. Jeromy

                                                                                              Phoenix1 review

                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                              Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                              2. Food 3
                                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              Food was amazing as hoped it would be. Saki was terrible. We were 4 years ago on our anniversary also and wife had a saki flight and loved 4 of 5 of them. This time we tried 6 different ones and they were all terrible. Severe let down since it was our one goto dinner on our trip to Seattle. It won't be on the list next time. Sad.

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                                                                                            4. Naila

                                                                                              Seattle21 reviews

                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                              Dined on 24 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              This was for my husband’s birthday. Usually birthday boy is greeted but there was no mention of it. No big deal because everything else was perfect.

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                                                                                            5. melissa VIP

                                                                                              Cleveland3 reviews

                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                              Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              This is a very loud atmosphere for a date. Everything else was great!

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                                                                                            6. Alison VIP

                                                                                              Cleveland6 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 17 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Fantastic food and service as always! Sushi rolls are top notch and so fresh. They brought us a dessert to celebrate my birthday.

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                                                                                            7. Seth

                                                                                              Seattle2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              The spicy garlic chicken appetizer was delicious, and the sushi was great as usual

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                                                                                            8. Shelby VIP

                                                                                              Seattle10 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              We always have the best time here! We come about once a month! Service is always amazing and the food is outstanding! Shoutout to Max for always taking great care of us!

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                                                                                            9. Andreea

                                                                                              Seattle2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Fabulous food and ambience every single time. Great spot for drinks and food before a show at The Moore. The happy hour is a great value!

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                                                                                            10. austino

                                                                                              Seattle1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on 4 February 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Love Umi Sake House always recieving amazing customer service from the servers . Food and drinks are top notch especially around the happy hour times and even at dinner too . Highly recommend going here for any occasion.

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                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                            Umi Sake House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 374-8717.

                                                                                            Umi Sake House is rated 4.8 stars by 2570 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                            22:30
                                                                                            Booked 82 times today
                                                                                            Google Map for Umi Sake House

                                                                                            2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                                              (206) 374-8717
                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                              Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Dinner Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                              Smart Casual
                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                              Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                            • Executive Chef
                                                                                              Arcelia Castillo
                                                                                            • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                              Order direct

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