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Umaya, Washington, DC

Umaya

4.1
4.1
743 Reviews
$30 and under
Japanese
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Umaya

4.1
$30 and under
Japanese
Penn Quarter

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2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 37 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
  • Innovative
Umaya, where East meets West in a plethora of Japanese inspired small & large dishes. We focus on drawing from the simplicity of flavor in fresh ingredients, while giving it a Western flair. Specializing on the popular Japanese ‘street food’ - think small 'tapas' style dishes that are easy to share amongst friends & family. Our Izakaya grill features a one of a kind charcoal brick that is imported from Japan & allows for the natural flavors of the proteins & vegetables to radiate.

Umaya elevates the typical 'beer garden' concept with hard-to-find Asian dishes. Our menu promotes friends, coworkers, family to enjoy their time together. We carry a wide array of Asian beer, sake & Japanese Whiskey, complimenting the tranquility of the restaurant. The menu will feature seasonal highlights; however, the time-honored staples will always be available. ‘Umaya’ directly translates to a ‘place that tastes good’ in Japanese; it is a place where you can go

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Ramen, Sushi
  • Hours of Operation
    Monday - Friday Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Saturday All Day Dining Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sunday All Day Dining Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Monday - Thursday Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Friday Dinner Fri 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 290-3443
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please e-mail events@umayadc.com for any questions regarding setting up a catering event for your occasions.
  • Private party facilities
    Please e-mail events@umayadc.com for any questions regarding setting up a private event at Umaya.
  • Neighbourhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Cross Street
    Between G St. NW and H St. NW (At the corner of G PL. NW)
  • Parking details
    Street parking in the neighborhood. Also, there are 4 garages within 1 block of the restaurant, including a garage that is within the building and a garage directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    Umaya is 1 block from Metro Center Metro Station and Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Station.
  • Entertainment
    We have special lounge DJs every Friday night.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 743 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Japanese

  • Washington, D.C. Area

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • District of Columbia

    Good for groups

  • District of Columbia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Umaya offers a delightful Japanese dining experience with "phenomenal sushi" and "superb" specialty rolls like the hamachi tataki. Known for its friendly staff and "awesome friendly service," it's a great spot for sushi and ramen lovers. While ambiance may vary, the extensive menu and "amazing miso" make it a must-visit.

743 Reviews
  1. Shaun

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious, low key meal in comfortable surroundings

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  2. Leonard

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and variety were excellent. Good beverage choices. Service was attentive and helpful. Ambient noise level was high making conversation a bit difficult. Nonetheless this is a great place for a “non-intimate” get together. I would come back again on my next visit to DC

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  3. Kenneth

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Ramen was good, portion was also good. Price was not on par though.

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  4. SaraP

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, fast, polite and knowledgeable. Everything was delicious, the sushi, the wagyu tatami and the gyoza. would definitely go back!!!

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  5. Alan

    Portland

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Stopped in for a quick lunch. Ramen was very good.

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  6. Deric

    Washington DC

    174 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    174 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I have been here enough times that the staff recognize me and are always friendly. I had the hamachi kama and they prepare it perfectly every single time. This is by far the best location that I have been able to get this dish. Wine list is always unique. Great spot to grab a meal.

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  7. George

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I came in at the tail end of lunch hour and the staff made me feel like I was an inconvenience. They were quite brusque and inattentive. The food was meh - miso came out lukewarm and sushi was ok. The price was too high for the value and when I asked for a beer they didn’t ask me to specify the size and gave me a large one which cost the same as a top shelf cocktail. I won’t be going back.

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  8. Afsoun

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Pretty bad food and no ambiance. Ordered the ramen and the yakisoba, neither one was really good. Just average at best.

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  9. Ilana

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was abysmal. Asked multiple times for things and still never got them. Felt like we were a “bother” to ask the waiter anything. Completely ignored had to chase him down to get the bill and boxes and by the time we did we were late to our concert bc it took so long. Would not recommend and food was decent but overpriced for what it was and the poor service

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  10. Vesa

    West Palm Beach

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Busy place all the time. Service is quick and effective. Food is good

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FAQs

Umaya offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now, Postmates and Uber Eats. Umaya also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 290-3443.

Umaya is rated 4.1 stars by 743 OpenTable diners.

Umaya does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Umaya restaurant

Umaya

4.1
$30 and under
Japanese
Penn Quarter

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 p.m.
Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Umaya

733 10th St Nw, Washington, DC 20001

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between G St. NW and H St. NW (At the corner of G PL. NW)
  • Neighbourhood
    Penn Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Monday - Friday Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Saturday All Day Dining Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sunday All Day Dining Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm Monday - Thursday Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Friday Dinner Fri 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Ramen, Sushi
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking in the neighborhood. Also, there are 4 garages within 1 block of the restaurant, including a garage that is within the building and a garage directly across the street.
  • Public transit
    Umaya is 1 block from Metro Center Metro Station and Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We have special lounge DJs every Friday night.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (202) 290-3443
  • Catering
    Please e-mail events@umayadc.com for any questions regarding setting up a catering event for your occasions.
  • Private party facilities
    Please e-mail events@umayadc.com for any questions regarding setting up a private event at Umaya.
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