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Umai

Umai

730 South Clark Chicago, IL 60605, 60605-1704, United States

Bars • Soup • Sushi • Japanese


"I was quite surprised at how busy this place was on a Thursday night around 8pm. It was literally 100 degrees outside and we walked in thinking we could easily cool off inside, but unfortunately the inside was still pretty warm. Their AC was probably working as hard as it could, but with all of the bodies in there, plus the insane heat outside, I don 't think it could keep up. Our server(s? did an amazing job of refilling our water glasses which really helped us out a lot over our course of our meal most definitely. Onto the food: we ordered 4 different rolls, from the regular to the signature maki as well as a beef tataki. We also ordered a cocktail each. The beef tataki was a perfect cold appetizer that we both really enjoyed to start off. I 'm not personally sure if I 've ever had that specifically before anywhere so I can 't really say how authentic or if the quality of it is on par with what it normally should, but we really really liked it! Onto the rolls I 'm kind of indifferent on them. I think they were all decent, but that 's as far as I would go. I 'd say the Dynamite was the best one out of all the ones we ordered. I don 't think I 'd go out of my way to come back to this place based on the taste and quality of the sushi, but if I 'm in the area, I think it 's solid. It 's just not the *best* sushi I 've ever had. I 'd definitely want to try other things such as Udon for example!"

Dai Hachi

Dai Hachi

4618 Vernon Blvd, 11101, Long Island City, United States

Sushi • Lunch • Drinks • Asiatic


"Overall I had some good experiences here and it was originally my original go to because the all day happy hour and the food was consistent. It took a long time write a review that would not be extremely negative. The last time I was there was very unpleasant and uncomfortable. Sadly, I do not see myself returning after an awful experience. I sat outside on a nice summer day. The 2 person tables can be a tight fit to move your chair in and out. The waiter seemed okay at first but then failed to mention my drink wasn't part of happy hour, okay. My food took a lil while to arrive. The surface it was warm until I got to the towards the middle the food was cold, sigh. While there the waitress was not welcoming and did not come by to see if I wanted another drink or anything which was different. However, at a distance her and the guy who put the utensils and soy sauce on the table mad it a point to keep watching me as if i'd dine and dash. To the point towards the end of the meal he literally was a few feet away almost hovering as if I would leave. Brushing it off and already annoyed with the experience I thought he was waiting to clean the table but made no effort when I got up. He was more interested to follow and see if I was going inside to pay. Once I entered to pay via Apple Pay, I realized I never used a Yelp offer so I inquired about it. The waitress being her unpleasant self said I needed to complete a review in order to receive the percentage off the total. Another staff person was near by look at her strange and assisted me. She was really nice and provided the pleasantries I was use to receiving and seeing at the establishment, however it was too late. This was a place I planned on bringing friends and family to in the future. It's not somewhere I feel comfortable visiting again. Pro Location wise it's not disruptive with the foot traffic and sitting outside. It's in between the 7 Court Square and Vernon Jackson train stop. Sitting outside is popular during the warmer months. Inside is spacious enough for small or larger family meals where kids and adults frequently eat here. The sign on the street draws in people as well as those who live nearby. Place is known for sushi, food, and all day happy hour. Prices are $15 30+. Cons Employees who negatively profile customers. This is not true for all of them but it's enough to consider before spending your money. I hope since my experience there has been changes in staff. Hunter's Point draws a diverse crowd and everyone should feel welcomed. A shrimp and broccoli costs almost $20 here. Outside of the recent time my food had been consistent and why I returned."