Umami - Sydney

Japanese, Sushi, Asian

Umami

Umami
4.0 / 5 (28 reviews)

Description

Umami, a cozy Japanese restaurant located near Chinatown, offers a variety of delicious meals at a good price. While the service may be a bit slow, the food is definitely worth the wait. Patrons can enjoy dishes such as seared scallops with Japanese dressing, sashimi, and katsu boxes. The friendly staff and intimate atmosphere make dining at Umami a pleasant experience. Overall, Umami is a great option for those looking for quality Japanese cuisine in a charming setting.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Katherine

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★ 4 / 5 from 28 reviews
ryan-katherine
27.04.2022

This picturesque hole-in-the-wall restaurant can easily be missed by the untrained eye. but for someone who conjures the streets of sydney on a Friday night to eat, my man and I had to keep our eyes open to find a place to eat. We found this place for happiness. they have limited seats and the place is a bit cramped, but this is expected from a Japanese restaurant. because it was a bit cramped, the place had this intimate feeling. her menu had a good selection of food. I didn't order much this day, but I remember her miso suppe was one of the best I ever tasted. I come back to this place to try their other dishes. The employees are very...more

harris-jimmy
27.04.2022

I live very close to umami and have eaten there at least times in the past few months. If that alone isn't testament enough then continue reading. As I said I've eaten there many times and during those visits I've sampled a large variety of the menu and it's all consistently delicious and the Staff are great! Definitely check this place out, I would recommend the Karaage Don or Tempura Udon.

donnie29
27.04.2022

Brilliant food. Best miso soup I've had in a long time. Advertised as casual Japanese dining but the food is very classy. Will be frequenting this place for a quick delicious meal.

art91
27.04.2022

Well I loved it. The Edamame could have done with a little more salt and spice, but the seared scallops with Japanese dressing were just amazing, as was the sashimi. Fabulous friendly smiling service. Price wise I would have sworn I was undercharged but every item was on my bill! The farewell from the staff including waving from the chefs was the highlight think I found my new local whenever I'm in Sydney.

cormier-annabell
27.04.2022

My huhn katsu donburi (mealpal) was made on time and was a good part. only their average donburi with a miso suppe on the side (fast level, only liquid no toppings). I had to put other items at full price and thought the portion size was not worth it. the donburi but tasted good and I was satisfied with a full

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The second closest stop is Exhibition Light Rail Station, located 555 meters away.

The place offers you a selection of gluten-free dishes.

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