Umami Restaurant and Sushi Bar West Melbourne

This restaurant has a wide variety of sushi and specials that are very tasty. There are some unique tastings that are a bit pricey. However, the offerings of "street food" thats inexpensive to try.. The sushi rolls are adequate and reasonably priced. If going for dinner, try to arrive at time of opening. It gets crowded quickly.

We have been here a couple of times throughout the years and I have to say the service is always impeccable. The beef bulgogi is always amazing. It has sautéed onions and mushrooms underneath it that are to die for. My husband loved his double spicy tuna roll. The dynamite topping on mine was ok. I did not like the “blackened” salmon on top of my other roll as it was torched and just tasted like gas. They were kind enough to take it off but let you know that they don’t usually do that. The shrimp tempura is huge and worth it. Unfortunately it does have the same sewage smell that many places in that plaza have. I don’t think it is the business’ fault, but the owner of the plaza really needs to fix the sewage smell.

I don't even know where to start! The lovely woman who served us was so kind, attentive, and amazing. The food, phenomenal! Some of the best Japanese cuisine I've ever had. My husband and I shared two sushi rolls, noodles, and ribs. Each dish was so well prepared, beautiful to eye, and delicious. You can even see the chefs making your sushi! I loved the low lighting and atmosphere as well. Truly great place!

Fresh sushi with pleasantly surprising options in appetizer and roll types. I travel for work and it can be tough to find truly good sushi. This place is definitely now solidly on my go-to list for Melbourne trips. The wait staff are also very helpful, guiding you smoothly through the menu with suggestions, and very attentive. Intimate atmosphere. Great date night spot. Highly recommend. 👌🍣

It is pretty ballsy to name your sushi establishment after that mythical Umami flavor but this place nailed it. Decently priced, incredibly flavorful and great service. If there is a wait, it is for good reason, and the weight is well worth it.