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Umami Asian Kitchen
A wonderful new addition to historical Chagrin Falls. UMAMI Asian Kitchen features seasonal, locally inspired, Asian cuisine. The restaurant has been described as "a little bit of New York tucked away in Chagrin Falls. UMAMI has a great selection of wine, beer, sake & bar selections. Located right across from the falls, UMAMI is walking distance to all of Chagrin Falls parks, galleries, shops
& theater.
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92 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 92 reviews
5 stars
(61)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(73)
- neighborhood gem(65)
- romantic(34)
- special occasion(33)
- hot spot(15)
- great for lunch(8)
Umami Asian Kitchen Reviews List
Review 1 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Neighborhood Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food, good service, menu changes weekly. Free parking in Public Lot behind establishment."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
2nd Excellent Meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Small place (only 9 tables) with outstanding, inventive, asian inspired food and attentive service. This was our second time at Umami, and both were memorable meals."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great!!! We ate like
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was great!!! We ate like champs! Service was very good."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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Review 4 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food here is interesting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here is interesting and delicious! We enjoyed a wonderful local greens salad, tender duck, and delicious tuna. Service was just right, there when you want them only!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent dinner at Umami
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent meal with very attentive service. Nice wine list. Small restaurant but we have always had a good and tasty meal. We like to support local restaurants and this one is gem."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was scrumptious. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was scrumptious. Service was outstanding. A lovely relaxed evening."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was OK, but the portion
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was OK, but the portion size was extremely small. Did not find it as special as other reviewers rate it. Would not go back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
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Review 8 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall, the service was fairly
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall, the service was fairly good. The sushi was fresh, but nothing exciting. The miso soup was served lukewarm and really did not have a defining taste; I prefer it stronger flavor. We had the roasted halibut and the spicy steak with udon noodles - both dishes were excellent. We had the whiskey bread pudding which seemed to have an overall burnt taste, only quenched by the vanilla ice cream. We had about a ten minute wait for a 8 pm reservation.
A little disappointed after having read all the good reviews."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 9 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yes, go try Umami.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time there. The menu may seem a little limited, but I think it is a matter of it being a small and intimate restaurant, and the items they prepare are done perfectly. We tried several small plates (clams (special), California roll, roasted shiitakes, goat cheese dumplings), and shared one large plate (udon with beef). All excellent and flavorful. Shiitakes and dumplings were my favorites. Perfect service. Go. We'll be back."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food is perfectly and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food is perfectly and often imaginatively prepared, with textures and flavors wonderfully integrated. The tuna sushi was delicious, although not remarkable. A crispy fried scallop on a bed of endamame hummus was perfectly coated and fried, and silky and tender inside. The duck confit with chestnut and barley was an inspired combination of rich but not overwhelming flavors, the duck moist and tender."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
small restaurant, but very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"small restaurant, but very good food. RSVP are a must."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been here a few times
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been here a few times an always have left feeling really good. Chef Matt is just second to none in creating very good healthy food."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
food is delicious but very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food is delicious but very expensive for small portions."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for a Celebration!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved all the special attention the staff gave to my husband for his 60th birthday! Such a wonderful experience."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding food, first-rate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food, first-rate service and superb attention to detail. They offer a limited choice of sushi, but the selection is very good. But the entree presentations are the reason to dine here, Miso glazed salmon served over seasonable vegetables in a dashi broth with noodles or rice, depending on the presentation. Delicious. The tofu fries and goat cheese dumplings are always popular with our dining group. The house-made desserts are outstanding. In most Japanese restaurants, I usually pass on dessert, but save room for these!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT in all ways..our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"EXCELLENT in all ways..our favorite restaurant"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Like a boomarang we'll be back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Charming little bistro in Chagrin Falls. Food is delicious and prepared with care by chefs who obviously know what they're doing. Friendly but not pushy service. Udon noodles a must. Also had a tasty Baileys chocolate tart (the crust was as good as the filling!). Yummy lavender kir royale cocktail. We will be back!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 18 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
just average and too pricey
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"just average and too pricey imho"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 19 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food. Some of the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food. Some of the best in Cleveland that I've had. The fish was deliciously prepared and it's nice to see some different types of fish on a menu. I had the Opackpacka from Hawaii and it was lovely. My husband had the duck confit and loved it. Highly recommend it!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have been to Umami several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Umami several times, but this was the best - really delicious food! Thank you."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's a good place, folks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Umami is a gem. This was our foutth meal here and the duck leg confit was delicious as was the Massaman chicken curry with black rice. Never a bad dish, always a memorable time."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great local restaurant- wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great local restaurant- wonderful sushi and sashimi. Attentive service. What a nice dining experience!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 23 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding food- loved every
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding food- loved every bit of this place."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was some of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was some of the best I have ever eaten. Wait staff was very friendly. Definitely would go again. People need to know it is a very small place so a reservation is a must."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really great place to enjoy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Really great place to enjoy a wonderful meal anytime."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food - delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food - delicious and healthy! Best in Cleveland!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite Chagrin Falls
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My favorite Chagrin Falls restaurant, wonderful chef"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another outstanding meal on
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another outstanding meal on a cold winter night!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Top shelf from top to bottom,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Top shelf from top to bottom, made even more so by our fabulous waitress, Nicole. We're not big Asian food fans, but we all left happy. Quality ingredients - innovative specials - great atmosphere - brick walls, cozy booths."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always good here-very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is always good here-very unusual. This time we were seated in the front window area. They provided an afghan, but it was still chilly there. And not much leg room."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Talk about umami. That what
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Talk about umami. That what comes to mind if you take the first bite. Outstanding flavors and very inventing dishes. NOT boring old fashioned food."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Neall
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Umami Asian Kitchen offers an interpretive blend of Japanese food. We ordered small plates ans shared our meal together. Roasted beet salad, California roll, miso soup, roasted Shiitakes, and Guacamole with roasted garlic. We shared a bottle of Saki. The food was well presented and delicious.
The setting is a small storefront located on the main street in Chagrin Falls. The space is well designed, efficient and offers both booths and open table seating. Our only minor drawback was due to a cold winter evening and some cold air when the door opened in spite of a door heater.
The setting is a small storefront located on the main street in Chagrin Falls. The space is well designed, efficient and offers both booths and open table seating. Our only minor drawback was due to a cold winter evening and some cold air when the door opened in spite of a door heater.
I highly recommend this restaurant for couples and small groups."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had reservation and ended
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had reservation and ended up at a window seat, the waitress apologized for us being up from but it was great fun, our own little nook in a bustling space. The Chef even came out to say he was sorry for having four of us sit in a small space and that they would take care of us, take care of us he did. Between the four of us, all foodies we had three apps, four entree's, two off the menu and two specials. The specials were Big Eye Tuna and Sole, incredible, I was shocked at how fresh the fish was in such a small spot in Ohio!! All the plates were scraped clean, even by our wives. The waitress suggested a Spanish Red blend, killer, she can pick my wine anytime, we were still taking about the meal hours later with friends."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice place and great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice place and great food; what else?"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
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Review 35 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Such a great experience! Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Such a great experience! Food was wonderful and our server, Mike was fantastic. Told us all about the local fare that they use as well as how fresh their non-local food was."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 36 for Umami Asian Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always the food atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As always the food atmosphere and the people were excellent."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Umami Asian Kitchen
Based on the average of (56) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate