On the small and intimate side, Umi is a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of The Point. A mix of Japanese small plates and sushi, its portions are a reprieve from the bulging burgers of Hopdoddy and heaping pasta plates at North Italia.
We're looking to eat light before our work-out tonight, but for this Umi Potato Salad we make an exception. The concept is good, and the ingredients are quality. Dense potato chunks are filling, and they mash and mesh with a gentle smoked salmon. The dill perks it up, but the truffle blue cheese cream sauce is undetectable. Egg yolk adds its riches, and gem lettuce lightens the carbo-load. Could use a little more salt, but that's a personal preference.
Grilled Hamachi collar is a favorite. Cooked well, tender meat, love the chili ponzu sauce and a touch of yuzu on top.
Sashimi Moriawase sets a good standard. Fresh salmon and the tuna has some weight to it.
I can't resist that Jidori Dashi Omelette. The egg is fluffy yet compact, and the clam lends it some sweet n' savory sea notes.
I'm curious about the omakase. The small plates are just okay, but their clean aesthetic channels a comforting KonMari balance. I guess I just need to see their skill with sushi before I can accurately judge them.
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