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Sushi restaurant in Hendersonville, North Carolina
What should I order at Umi?
What to order
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Sushi
Mentioned numerous times as fresh, delicious, and some of the best sushi around. Customers praise the quality, size, and taste of the sushi rolls and consider it a top reason to return.
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Unagi Don with Miso Soup
Specifically highlighted for its tender eel that melts in your mouth, balanced by Japanese style pickled vegetables, and praised for its presentation even in takeout.
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Salmon Sashimi
Recommended for its delicious and fresh taste, mentioned as a standout item alongside sushi.
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Bento Box
Noted for offering a perfect amount of food with great variety and unique, well-cooked flavors, making it a highly recommended dish.
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Dumplings and Soup
Mentioned as good and worth trying, especially by first-time Japanese cuisine diners.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 4:30 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 3 PM, 4:30 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 12 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 12 to 9:30 PM |
About Umi
Teriyaki chicken, a variety of sushi & other Japanese classics in a casual space with a full bar.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Umi known for?
Umi is best known for its very fresh sushi and large rolls, with reviewers repeatedly calling it some of the best sushi they have had in North Carolina and beyond. The spicy crab salad is another standout that comes up often as a favorite starter, and many diners say the downtown Hendersonville location makes it an easy stop for lunch or dinner.
What dishes are most recommended at Umi?
Reviewers most often recommend the spicy crab salad, bento box, unagi don with miso soup, shrimp tempura, and sushi rolls like the Paradise roll and sunflower roll. People also mention veggie gyoza, fried rice, and teriyaki chicken, with several noting that the sushi is especially fresh while the cooked items can be a little milder in flavor.
What is the atmosphere like at Umi?
Umi has a casual but cozy feel, and the listed atmosphere also includes romantic, trendy, and upscale. Reviews mention that it can get busy and loud at peak times, but it still works well for groups, dates, and solo diners, especially if you want a downtown spot with table service and bar seating.
Is Umi good value, and what is the price range?
Umi is in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers say the portions are generous enough that the rolls feel huge and filling. Several people also note that the food quality and takeout accuracy make the price feel worthwhile, especially for fresh sushi and well-presented Japanese dishes.
When is the best time to visit Umi?
Lunch can be busy, and one review specifically says Sunday lunch was crowded and service was slower because the restaurant needed more help. If you want an easier visit, reviewers mention getting seated immediately around 5 p.m. on a Saturday, and the restaurant also accepts reservations for dinner.
Is parking available at Umi?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Does Umi have vegetarian options?
Yes, Umi offers vegan options.
