At first I thought the food is a little bit pricy but I think the price is worthy of the taste though the portion is a bit small.
One thing is that there is only one server. However I don’t care that much if the taste is good.
Carissa Hayashi
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March 01, 2026
Here’s a polished 5-star Yelp review you can post:
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Umi Sushi absolutely exceeded my expectations! I can’t believe I waited this long to try it.
The Ahi Katsu was next level — perfectly crisp on the outside, tender and flavorful inside. The combination of their house-made aioli, katsu sauce, and unagi sauce was to die for. Every bite had the perfect balance of texture and richness.
I also loved the Agedashi Eggplant. I’m usually not a big fan of bonita flakes or that smoky flavor profile, but they executed it beautifully — light, balanced, and not overpowering at all. Total winner.
On top of the amazing food, the service was fantastic and we even scored perfect parking, which always feels like a bonus. Overall such a great experience — I genuinely regret not coming here sooner. Can’t wait to come back!
Chet Rungruang
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February 07, 2026
Love this place. The only bad thing I have to say about it is that sometimes the AC is cranked so it gets cold so bring a long sleeve if you're thin-skinned like i am. The staff is friendly, and the food is excellent. I haven't had anything I don't like. Chef clearly knows what he's doing and if you follow on social media, it seems he has a genuine love for his craft.
They do an Omakase near the holidays, which I already regret telling you because I have missed out on a reservation for two years in a row and counting (let's hear it for life goals).
The specialty rolls I don't do much, they look good but aren't really my jam. I would rather save my appetite for nigiri: ama ebi is always on the list and so is uni.
It feels heretical to me to order anything cooked at a sushi joint but I get and firmly recommend: eggplant agedashi (you're dead to me now, tofu) & nabeta (fish, deep fried and served with sauce+ginger over rice; it's amazing) the size of the nabeta depends on how much sushi i plan to eat before or after..
I always leave stuffed and regret nothing.
Parking's kind of awkward but the dirt lot across is usually pretty open. Not much of a wait if you go early (before 6-7p) but if you have to wait, wait and resist the urge to take your appetite to Tiffany's. (nothing against them, they just aren't Umi)
Eat in good health!
Maui World Travelers
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March 22, 2025
FOOD:
Crab Sushi
I guess it was silly of me to ask if they use imitation or real crab meat, but I didn't want any surprises. The two pieces were piled high with shredded, genuine crustacean meat. Absolutely delish.
Crispy Calamari
The mix of rings and tentacles were coated in a smooth, light, crunchy batter and drizzled with a tasty aioli. Very nice version.
Spicy Tempura Roll
You get the best of three worlds in this one: Sushi, shrimp tempura and spicy ahi pokē! Artfully presented, it was sprinkled with a pebble-like topping which was actually dark-colored bits of tempura batter that not only gave the dish a bold visual appeal, but also provided for a delectable crunch. Recommended.
Gyokotsu Ramen
I'm pretty sure this is a hybrid word as the Japanese character "gyo" translates to "fish" and the word "kotsu" to "pork bones". Voila! A fish/pork-based broth? What the... Yes, puhhhlease! The deep-hued broth was searing hot, slightly rich yet not thick, very bold in flavors and not fishy. Ocean-based toppings such as two types of fresh seaweed, shrimp tempura and nori flakes complimented the dish well. They used thin, non-eggy noodles that were cooked a tad past chewy, something I can forgive as the dashi made up for it. Thankfully they know how to do an excellent medium tamago; an arduous task on this island. Hana hou! Kanpai! Bravo! Highly recommended.
Ramen
The broth was a very subtle tonkotsu base and tan in color (thankfully NOT white like milk which is so unappetizing to me). Sparse drops of black garlic oil gave the slightly creamy broth smoky and garlicky notes here and there but not throughout the dish. The lack of sodium and depth was disheartening, but most disappointing was that it wasn't searing hot which always kills it for me. I'm still on the fence about the noodles which I feel are too thin for ramen. They had an odd texture like buckwheat and felt a bit slimy on the palate. I prefer an eggy, chewy, thicker noodle. Toppings were paper thin slices of chewy pork belly, nori shavings, fresh seaweed, green onions and a whole gooey egg cut in half. Sorry, pass for me.
Spicy Ahi Roll
The fish was very fresh, lathered in a traditional spicy mixture, drizzled with a creamy aioli and sprinkled with crushed tempura and green onions. The spouse liked it but prefers a plain version without all the bells and whistles on top. Me? I'm not a sushi fan but enjoyed a single piece.
Cheeseburge
Maui "mom & pop" eateries really serve up some tasty burgers, no exception here. The simple burger is topped with just American cheese and what tasted like a thousand island-mayo mixture. The patty was homemade, very thick and super juicy. Fries are not included. Highly recommended!
Mentaiko Pasta
This was a nightly special (7.12.18) that really should be added to their regular menu. While I've never had this Japanese-inspired spaghetti dish before, it was extremely delicious. The al dente pasta was coated in a thick sauce of creamy and savory flavors yet wasn't heavy like an alfredo-based dish. There was no shortage of seafood either with lots of tender scallops and crunchy shrimp, along with local alii mushrooms. The herb shiso is used in this dish but I couldn't detect its usual pungency. Highly recommended.
Mackenzie Myrick
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June 07, 2025
BYOB & such yummy sushi. Truffle oil 69 roll & tuna carpaccio were next level. Great french fries, too. Loved the vibe in here, plenty of tables and bar seating.
At first I thought the food is a little bit pricy but I think the price is worthy of the taste though the portion is a bit small. One thing is that there is only one server. However I don’t care that much if the taste is good.
Here’s a polished 5-star Yelp review you can post: ⸻ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Umi Sushi absolutely exceeded my expectations! I can’t believe I waited this long to try it. The Ahi Katsu was next level — perfectly crisp on the outside, tender and flavorful inside. The combination of their house-made aioli, katsu sauce, and unagi sauce was to die for. Every bite had the perfect balance of texture and richness. I also loved the Agedashi Eggplant. I’m usually not a big fan of bonita flakes or that smoky flavor profile, but they executed it beautifully — light, balanced, and not overpowering at all. Total winner. On top of the amazing food, the service was fantastic and we even scored perfect parking, which always feels like a bonus. Overall such a great experience — I genuinely regret not coming here sooner. Can’t wait to come back!
Love this place. The only bad thing I have to say about it is that sometimes the AC is cranked so it gets cold so bring a long sleeve if you're thin-skinned like i am. The staff is friendly, and the food is excellent. I haven't had anything I don't like. Chef clearly knows what he's doing and if you follow on social media, it seems he has a genuine love for his craft. They do an Omakase near the holidays, which I already regret telling you because I have missed out on a reservation for two years in a row and counting (let's hear it for life goals). The specialty rolls I don't do much, they look good but aren't really my jam. I would rather save my appetite for nigiri: ama ebi is always on the list and so is uni. It feels heretical to me to order anything cooked at a sushi joint but I get and firmly recommend: eggplant agedashi (you're dead to me now, tofu) & nabeta (fish, deep fried and served with sauce+ginger over rice; it's amazing) the size of the nabeta depends on how much sushi i plan to eat before or after.. I always leave stuffed and regret nothing. Parking's kind of awkward but the dirt lot across is usually pretty open. Not much of a wait if you go early (before 6-7p) but if you have to wait, wait and resist the urge to take your appetite to Tiffany's. (nothing against them, they just aren't Umi) Eat in good health!
FOOD: Crab Sushi I guess it was silly of me to ask if they use imitation or real crab meat, but I didn't want any surprises. The two pieces were piled high with shredded, genuine crustacean meat. Absolutely delish. Crispy Calamari The mix of rings and tentacles were coated in a smooth, light, crunchy batter and drizzled with a tasty aioli. Very nice version. Spicy Tempura Roll You get the best of three worlds in this one: Sushi, shrimp tempura and spicy ahi pokē! Artfully presented, it was sprinkled with a pebble-like topping which was actually dark-colored bits of tempura batter that not only gave the dish a bold visual appeal, but also provided for a delectable crunch. Recommended. Gyokotsu Ramen I'm pretty sure this is a hybrid word as the Japanese character "gyo" translates to "fish" and the word "kotsu" to "pork bones". Voila! A fish/pork-based broth? What the... Yes, puhhhlease! The deep-hued broth was searing hot, slightly rich yet not thick, very bold in flavors and not fishy. Ocean-based toppings such as two types of fresh seaweed, shrimp tempura and nori flakes complimented the dish well. They used thin, non-eggy noodles that were cooked a tad past chewy, something I can forgive as the dashi made up for it. Thankfully they know how to do an excellent medium tamago; an arduous task on this island. Hana hou! Kanpai! Bravo! Highly recommended. Ramen The broth was a very subtle tonkotsu base and tan in color (thankfully NOT white like milk which is so unappetizing to me). Sparse drops of black garlic oil gave the slightly creamy broth smoky and garlicky notes here and there but not throughout the dish. The lack of sodium and depth was disheartening, but most disappointing was that it wasn't searing hot which always kills it for me. I'm still on the fence about the noodles which I feel are too thin for ramen. They had an odd texture like buckwheat and felt a bit slimy on the palate. I prefer an eggy, chewy, thicker noodle. Toppings were paper thin slices of chewy pork belly, nori shavings, fresh seaweed, green onions and a whole gooey egg cut in half. Sorry, pass for me. Spicy Ahi Roll The fish was very fresh, lathered in a traditional spicy mixture, drizzled with a creamy aioli and sprinkled with crushed tempura and green onions. The spouse liked it but prefers a plain version without all the bells and whistles on top. Me? I'm not a sushi fan but enjoyed a single piece. Cheeseburge Maui "mom & pop" eateries really serve up some tasty burgers, no exception here. The simple burger is topped with just American cheese and what tasted like a thousand island-mayo mixture. The patty was homemade, very thick and super juicy. Fries are not included. Highly recommended! Mentaiko Pasta This was a nightly special (7.12.18) that really should be added to their regular menu. While I've never had this Japanese-inspired spaghetti dish before, it was extremely delicious. The al dente pasta was coated in a thick sauce of creamy and savory flavors yet wasn't heavy like an alfredo-based dish. There was no shortage of seafood either with lots of tender scallops and crunchy shrimp, along with local alii mushrooms. The herb shiso is used in this dish but I couldn't detect its usual pungency. Highly recommended.
BYOB & such yummy sushi. Truffle oil 69 roll & tuna carpaccio were next level. Great french fries, too. Loved the vibe in here, plenty of tables and bar seating.