Umi Sake House

Name: Umi Sake House
Address: 2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA, United States, 98121
Telephone: (206) 374-8717
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2261 Reviews

$30 and under

Japanese

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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, and a "front porch" casual dining area with a daily extended happy hour from 4-8pm. 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 116 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(206) 374-8717
Website
http://umisakehouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Arcelia Castillo
Catering
Available with sufficient notice, and designed to suit function.
Private party facilities
Available for wedding receptions, private parties, anniversaries, etc.
Private party contact
Hostess/ Manager: (206) 374-8717

Location
2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Bell
Parking details
Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
Public transit
Yes
Entertainment
Jazz, motown, or lounge music played 'til 10pm. Upbeat lounge, R&B, old school & 80's music played 10pm- close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

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Popular dishes

Miso$3.00
tofu, scallions & seaweed
Spicy King Crab**$13.00
king crab, onions, cilantro & habañero tobiko in savory bonito broth
Asari Miso$5.00
manila clams, enoki mushroom, spinach & scallions
Spicy Coconut Lobster**$13.00
lobster, onions, cilantro, coconut milk & habañero tobiko in rich bonito broth

Salads

Beet Salad$8.00
poached beets, mixed greens w/ miso-mustard vinaigrette
Wakame Salad$9.00
seaweed medley of agar, suginor & kikurage w/ sesame oil seasoning & yuzu dressing
Ohitashi Spinach$7.00
blanched spinach w/ sesame dressing & bonito flakes
House Spring Mix$8.00
mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers & tofu croutons tossed in yuzu shiso vinaigrette

Raw Bar

Ahi Tuna Poke*$14.00
tuna, onions, cucumbers, seaweed tossed w/ sesame soy dressing
Jalapeño Hamachi* **$15.00
yellowtail sashimi, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro w/ a yuzu citrus ponzu
Salmon Usuzukuri* **$14.00
thinly sliced salmon drowned in yuzu citrus ponzu w/ jalapeños, sprouts & tobiko
Oyster Shooter* **$3.00
pacific oyster in 7 spice granita, tobiko & pico de gallo
King Crab Tower$17.00
king crab, avocado, snow crab topped w/ pico de gallo yuzu citrus ponzu, wasabi aioli & tobiko
Rainbow Tartare* **$15.00
finely chopped tuna, yellowtail & salmon w/ shrimp, avocado, tobiko & scallions over sushi rice w/ wasabi aioli & spicy ponzu
Ahi Tuna Tower*$14.00
tuna sashimi w/ miso mustard dressing, yuzu aioli, tobiko, shiso & green onions over sushi rice
House Sashimi*$14.00
two slices each of tuna, salmon & yellowtail
Ankimo$13.00
monkfish liver, scallions, tobiko, wasabi aioli & ponzu
Tako Wasabi*$8.00
raw baby octopus marinated in wasabi

Pan Fried

7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **$14.00
lightly seared tuna dusted in 7 spice seasoning w/ tobiko, scallions, roasted garlic ponzu & cilantro aioli
Seared Scallops*$13.00
lightly seared scallops w/ hijiki vinaigrette
Filet Mignon*$15.00
beef tenderloin tataki w/ roasted garlic ponzu & wasabi aioli served w/ salad & creamy yuzu aioli
Seafood Gyoza$12.00
house-made shrimp & scallop dumplings served w/ chili oil ponzu

Fried

Agedashi Tofu$9.00
fried tofu in dashi broth topped w/ bonito flakes, nori, scallions, grated radish & ginger
Crispy Calamari$11.00
fried calamari w/ sweet chili lime sauce, green onions, salad & creamy yuzu aioli
Lobster Tempura$18.00
tempura battered and fried w/ oyster sauce
Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura$14.00
battered and fried w/ side of tempura sauce
Soft Shell Crab$16.00
served w/ wasabi aioli & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Spicy Ginger Chicken**$13.00
fried chicken, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce
Spicy Tomato Tofu**$11.00
fried tofu, tomatoes & okra in a sweet & spicy garlic sauce
Spicy Ginger Tofu**$11.00
fried tofu, bell pepper, spinach & onions sautéed in a spicy ginger chili sauce
Chicken Karaage$10.00
japanese style fried boneless chicken marinated in ginger, garlic & soy w/ yuzu aioli

Grilled

Grilled Squid$11.00
salted & served w/ teriyaki sauce
Garlic Short Ribs$14.00
beef short ribs marinated in garlic soy glaze served w/ taro chips
Black Cod Kasuzuke$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**$18.00
dry rubbed king crab served w/ yuzu citrus butter & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Hamachi Kama$14.00
seasoned yellowtail collar served w/ ponzu & wild greens in 7 spice sesame oil
Shishito Yaki**$7.00
shishito peppers grilled w/ sea salt & lemon

Steamed

Asari Sakamushi$12.00
sake steamed manila clams in garlic butter
Chawan Mushi$8.00
steamed egg custard w/ seafood & chicken please allow time to prepare

Baked

Seafood Trio Bake**$14.00
green mussels, shrimp & crab baked w/ spicy aioli & soy glaze
Dynamite Bake**$14.00
clams, shrimp, scallop, habañero tobiko & spinach baked in spicy snow crab mix & butter

Noodles

Yakisoba$18.00
chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat egg noodles & vegetables
Yakiudon$18.00
chicken, seafood or tofu stir fried w/ wheat udon noodles & vegetables
Nabeyaki Udon$20.00
wheat noodle soup w/ king crab, scallops, egg, kamaboko, clams, shrimp tempura & vegetables
Tempura Udon$16.00
wheat noodle soup w/ shrimp tempura, kamaboko, green onions, spinach & bok choy

What 2,261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle / Eastern Washington
Hot spot
Seattle / Eastern Washington
Japanese
Seattle / Eastern Washington
Most Booked
Seattle
Hot spot
Seattle
Most Booked

2,261 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were referred by a friend who’s coworker owns this place and we’re very happy she did. The sushi was excellent and our server was helpful with her suggestions. It was great way to end our excellent first trip to Seattle.
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AlexC
New York Area
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience5
This place was LOUD. The sashimi was fine, absolutely nothing that is not available at any of dozens of other sushi spots in the city. The rolls were very good and creative! Service was slow but friendly enough. Cannot think of a reason to ever come back, but I suppose it was worth trying.
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Gourmand
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Everything was good except the special mackerel, which was meh.
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MandiS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Impressed with the communication of the staff and response time for a request. Upon arrival the table was ready to go and we were more than happy with our server and the entire experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Sacramento
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great dining experience. Great food and awesome service.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I went during their happy hour on a weekday and got seated right away. Everything was delicious! I got takoyaki, miso soup, yellowtail sashimi don, ikura nigiri, and plum wine.
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Natsha
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Still my favorite restaurant! Fresh sashimi and monthly new creations to try. A bit pricey but I keep coming back 😊
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Peggy
Greater Boston
79 reviews
vip
4.0
79 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Amazing selection of sushi and of sake. Noodle dishes were great, vegetable rolls very good, fried dishes disappointing, soy too salty. Noise is almost deafening; do not expect to carry on easy conversations.
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NChin
San Francisco
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
We came for dinner and was seated immediately as we have a reservation. Restaurant has a nice decor and vibe but we find it to be too noisy and tables are spaced too closed. Loud music playing in the background We would very much prefer a quieter environment to enjoy our Japanese meal Food is good though although on the pricey side. We are from the Bay Area and we thought sushi in Bay Area is expensive. Service is great.
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EdwardM
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
Nice place food is good not great omakase nothing to write home about. Waitress was excellent however
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JoePM
Phoenix
47 reviews
vip
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Fun place great food, very high energy. A positive experience!
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ChloeB
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience1
The mystic was extremely loud, made it hard to have a conversation.
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JakubH
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Fast service. Very loud atmosphere but that didn't bother us. Great all around.
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Mohammed
Seattle
29 reviews
vip
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
Good, not great. Sushi wasn’t as fresh as usual and many of the usual items not in stock. The cooked food ( ribs and lobster ) were fabulous, but the sushi was a let down. I’d prefer to go back to their sister restaurant Momoji that is always consistent.
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Mike
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last visited Umi Sake House 10 years ago during a visit to Seattle. Been planning a visit back ever since. And boy, was it worth it! Outstanding meal. Fresh fish. And great service. Delicious!
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SoniaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Umi’s has a great happy hour, which makes it a very popular place. So reservations are highly recommended. Our waitress was very attentive. Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took some friends from out of town to experience good sushi and amazing customer service. Each staff at the restaurant were attentive and kind. I’d recommend this place to anyone looking for good food and awesome service.
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Emma
Philadelphia
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience3
Love the ambience but the food was sub-par.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Umi is hands down my favorite restaurant in Seattle. I’ve been eating here since 2012 and the incredible food and service has never changed. It’s great for every and any occasion and always delivers.
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abzolut
Seattle
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
In my opinion, this is one of the best sushi spots in the city. There are a wide variety of options for everyone (even the kids who don't like fish and gluten free diners). Everything is so fresh and delicious. My only "complaints" are that the prices are really high and the food goes so, so quickly for that price. For that reason, we really only eat here for special occasions. Know before you go: You have a time limit for your reservation. For our 6:30 reservation, we had the table until 8:30. We were done around 8 for a family dinner, but if you're going with friends with a plan for a long, social dinner, you might check to see that they can accommodate that.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience3
Unnecessary loud music which made everyone have to talk above it creating an environment where my date actually put noise cancelling ear plugs in. Took 15 minutes to get water or put food order in which came out very quickly and then another 15 minutes for waiter to pick up the check just to mess up on transaction and have to refund a card.
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Foodie
Greater Boston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Umi was some of the best sushi we’ve ever had! We’re from Boston and HUGE seafood and sushi foodies and the incredibly unique rolls and fresh fish were honestly some of the best sushi we’ve ever had!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great place. Very trendy and good quality food. Only negatives were that didn’t have enough salmon for the sashimi and we were in and out in 1 hour. We have found this common with more trendy/sceney places. Definitely recommend though - great food.
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StevenD
Seattle
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Extremely popular which made the service slow and very loud. Food was average for the price
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EricaD
Seattle
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
The pretty n’ pink roll always exceeds my expectations. All of the food is always quick and delicious. I love this place!
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Kelli
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
We loved the spicy 009 roll and belltown Barbie. Can’t wait to come back!
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CarpeDiFemme
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
The energy is high and the food is tasty at this Sushi restaurant which my friends and I decided to try since it was one of few that is open on Mondays. We loved the Sashimi sampler, Crispy rice sampler, and the calimari. Strong reccomend!
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ConnerA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most excellent sushi I've ever had the fortune to taste, at a very reasonable price and with great service, I'd have no reason to not recommend anyone come here
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great restaurant with an excellent atmosphere!
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BettyC
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience3
We’ve been here a number of times over the years and like to take out of town guests here. Unfortunately, this visit the quality of the sushi was not good. We got the 30-piece sashimi platter and several rolls. We had bones in the Moonraker roll, and chewy cuts of sashimi with tendons which made them inedible. It was disappointing for us and our guests. For what we paid, I’d try someplace else. There’s plenty of other great sushi places.
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RuthS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent and so fresh you could cut a piece in half with a chopstick
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MichaelW
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Everything was perfect except that uni shot. That thing is something I wont be trying again. I have had them before at other places but the balance of this one was way off.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was absolutely phenomenal. Hands down best best sake house I’ve been to. Otoro was to die for and the unagi was amazing too. The nigiri and sashimi are so good that’s all you need to look at.
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localdiner
San Francisco
80 reviews
vip
2.0
80 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall2food5service5ambience1
Absolutely fantastic fish which we loved…very fresh and excellent quality. But the noise level was off the charts. My husband and I left with a headache and both our ears were ringing. It was so loud we could not hear one another.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was incredible, our server Ryan was spectacular. Gave us the best recommendations and really took care of us. Wonderful atmosphere, service, and food!
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Grumpy
Seattle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Excellent sushi, as good as any in Seattle. Very noisy and crowded so not a place for a quiet dinner or for folks with bad hearing. But an exceptional kitchen.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing night full of amazing food. This was our second time and felt just as amazing as the first.
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a don’t miss in Seattle. Be certain to make a reservation too.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My go to sushi roll + sashimi spot 15+ years strong! 🫶
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Leona
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, great service! Wish the prices weren’t quite so high. Definitely had to shout across the table to be able to hear each other because of the volume level of the music.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Umi Sake House using the Order Online button. Umi Sake House also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 374-8717.

Umi Sake House is rated 4.7 stars by 2261 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

9:00 PM

Booked 116 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

Additional information

Cross street
Bell
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Limited street parking. Several pay lots within a half block available.
Public transit
Yes
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Arcelia Castillo
Entertainment
Jazz, motown, or lounge music played 'til 10pm. Upbeat lounge, R&B, old school & 80's music played 10pm- close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://umisakehouse.com/
Phone number
(206) 374-8717
Catering
Available with sufficient notice, and designed to suit function.
Private party facilities
Available for wedding receptions, private parties, anniversaries, etc.
Private party contact
Hostess/ Manager: (206) 374-8717

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Umi Sake House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Seattle's Most Iconic Restaurants

House Sashimi

Sashimi Salad

Ikura Sushi

Soups

Miso$3.00

Spicy King Crab**$13.00

Asari Miso$5.00

Spicy Coconut Lobster**$13.00

Salads

Beet Salad$8.00

Wakame Salad$9.00

Ohitashi Spinach$7.00

House Spring Mix$8.00

Raw Bar

Ahi Tuna Poke*$14.00

Jalapeño Hamachi* **$15.00

Salmon Usuzukuri* **$14.00

Oyster Shooter* **$3.00

King Crab Tower$17.00

Rainbow Tartare* **$15.00

Ahi Tuna Tower*$14.00

House Sashimi*$14.00

Ankimo$13.00

Tako Wasabi*$8.00

Pan Fried

7 Spice Tuna Tataki* **$14.00

Seared Scallops*$13.00

Filet Mignon*$15.00

Seafood Gyoza$12.00

Fried

Agedashi Tofu$9.00

Crispy Calamari$11.00

Lobster Tempura$18.00

Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura$14.00

Soft Shell Crab$16.00

Spicy Ginger Chicken**$13.00

Spicy Tomato Tofu**$11.00

Spicy Ginger Tofu**$11.00

Chicken Karaage$10.00

Grilled

Grilled Squid$11.00

Garlic Short Ribs$14.00

Black Cod Kasuzuke$14.00

7-Spice Grilled King Crab**$18.00

Hamachi Kama$14.00

Shishito Yaki**$7.00

Steamed

Asari Sakamushi$12.00

Chawan Mushi$8.00

Baked

Seafood Trio Bake**$14.00

Dynamite Bake**$14.00

Noodles

Yakisoba$18.00

Yakiudon$18.00

Nabeyaki Udon$20.00

Tempura Udon$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Umi Sake House offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Umi Sake House restaurant rated?

Is Umi Sake House currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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