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9.8
Based on 3926 reviews
JapaneseChicagovalue
Ramen-San Lincoln Park
There's an honesty to a place that calls itself a neighborhood noodle joint and then actually behaves like one.
noodlesdinnerjapanese
3926 reviews
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Umai
Umai is one of the best japanese restaurants in Chicago for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Chicago.
Umai is the kind of japanese room you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
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1,721 reviews
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9.0
Rating
Based on 1721 reviews
Best for
date night
Price and pace
Moderate spend
Neighborhood
Chicago | 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Price
Moderate spend
Google rating
9.0 from 1,721 reviews
Address
Chicago | 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
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Umai is listed in the Moderate spend price range. Check the restaurant's current menu for available dishes and prices. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
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What makes Umai worth the move
Umai is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 1,721 Google reviews.
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9.0 from 1,721 Google reviews
Best for
date night
Style
Japanese in Chicago
Spend
Moderate spend
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Google rating: 9.0 from 1,721 reviews
Price point: $$
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- Address
- 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
- Price
- $$
- TastyPals score
- Coming soon
- Google rating
- 9.0 (1,721 reviews)
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Neighborhood
- Chicago
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Frequently asked questions
What cuisine does Umai serve?
Umai is a Japanese restaurant located in Chicago, Chicago. Umai is the kind of japanese room you reach for when the evening is meant to matter a little more.
What is Umai best for?
Umai is best for date night. Umai is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 1,721 Google reviews.
How much does it cost to eat at Umai?
Umai is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 9.0 from 1,721 reviews
Is Umai worth visiting?
Umai holds a 9.0 Google rating from 1,721 reviews. Umai is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 1,721 Google reviews.
Where is Umai located?
Umai is located at 730 S Clark St, Chicago, IL 60605, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Is Umai good for a date night?
Yes — Umai is tagged for date night dining. Umai is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. It also holds a 9.0 rating across 1,721 Google reviews.
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