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Umi Sake House, Seattle, WA

Umi Sake House

4.8
4.8
2585 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 69 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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Menu

Umi Sake House's menu was last updated 2022-02-02.

Soups

  • 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

                                                                                            Last updated: February 2, 2022

                                                                                            What 2,585 people are saying

                                                                                            Umi Sake House 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

                                                                                            4.8
                                                                                            4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                            • 4.8Food
                                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                                            • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                            • 4.4Value

                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                              Japanese

                                                                                            • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                                            • Seattle

                                                                                              Most Booked

                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                            Umi Sake House offers a vibrant dining experience with "great atmosphere" and "excellent service." Known for "fresh" and "inventive sushi," it has a "must-try happy hour" with a "fantastic sake selection." While some find it "noisy," others appreciate its "energetic vibe." Ideal for sushi lovers seeking "creative rolls" and "friendly staff."

                                                                                            2,585 Reviews

                                                                                            1. Amity

                                                                                              Seattle1 review

                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                              Dined on April 11, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 2
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              Been here several times and the experience is always the same. The food and ambience are incredible, but I feel like they train their service staff to actually be rude or aloof on purpose. Not hating on them, just feels like they’d be happier if they didn’t have to I Tracy with customers 🤣

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                                                                                            2. Roberto

                                                                                              Los Angeles1 review

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on April 10, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              I love the atmosphere, great place to eat & excellent service 

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                                                                                            3. Douglas

                                                                                              Minneapolis1 review

                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                              Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                              4. Ambience 2
                                                                                              Despite having a reservation we were told our table would only be available for an hour and a half. While that was enough time, it created a feeling of being rushed in the background. The cocktails were nearly $20 and only like 6 ounces of liquid. The atmosphere is a little pretentious.

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                                                                                            4. Steven

                                                                                              Seattle10 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on April 1, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 4
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Top 1% sushi restaurants in the US… this is a “must” for sushi fans world wide. Don’t let the casual atmosphere turn you off… this is an incredible experience.

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                                                                                            5. Heather VIP

                                                                                              Hawaii2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Umi Sake house was so good- we were on vacation in Seattle for only a few days and went twice! The fish was so fresh, the rolls were so innovative and creative and the space is really cool how it is indoor/outdoor and they have all different kinds of unusual seating like couches! Only negative was it was VERY loud!

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                                                                                            6. Skye

                                                                                              Seattle5 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 25, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              The fresh fish is obviously the star but the filet mignon was so good. Happy hour also has a lot of great options and service is always warm and welcoming.

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                                                                                            7. Georgina VIP

                                                                                              Houston49 reviews

                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 23, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                              Food was good, not great. Restaurant was surprisingly loud. Table was more of a lounge area, making it difficult to lean over a plate while eating. Would not recommend for a party with hard of hearing guests.

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                                                                                            8. Lisa VIP

                                                                                              Seattle32 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 23, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                              Great find. Love the atmosphere and service was great. The rolls are very big and have no complaints. Very good.

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                                                                                            9. BaltoWashTerp VIP

                                                                                              Washington DC15 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 22, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              Freshest sushi I’ve had in 10 years, easy. Delicious. Wonderful service.

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                                                                                            10. Allison

                                                                                              Seattle2 reviews

                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                              Dined on March 21, 2025

                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                              I’ve been going to Umi for more than 10 years. It is the best sushi in town. The Mango Tango is my favorite sushi roll of all time. Everything is fresh and delicious. Because the restaurant is so popular, it is quite loud. It can be difficult to have a conversation with your dinner partner.

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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 2585 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                            Make a reservation

                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                            7:30 PM
                                                                                            Booked 69 times today
                                                                                            Google Map for Umi Sake House

                                                                                            2230 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                            • Cross street
                                                                                              Bell
                                                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                                                              Downtown
                                                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                            • 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
                                                                                            • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                              Order direct
                                                                                            • 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.

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