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    4.4 (296 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Mattie S.

    My husband and I came here on Saturday night during Labor Day weekend. The was surprisingly very short and we were seated outside. The ambiance is so nice out there with the string lights. Our server was very attentive and offered great suggestions from the menu. The food was out of this world! We got the karage chicken, bok choy, pork belly kabobs, and the gyoza. We also both got cocktails which were just as tasty!

    Tuna tataki
    Steven E.

    Ukiah is a gem, its no wonder they got the Michelin recognition for 2025. The eife and I stopped in for our 15th anniversary and had an amazing meal. It's Bourbon Thyme is a fantastic cocktail that paired really well with every item we ate too. We started with the wedge salad, which had. A lovely ginger dressing. The Tuna Tataki is a must, really nice rolled slices or raw tuna with the peppers and the ponzu sauce, truly amazing. The shishito peppers were wonderful and nicely charred with a great dipping sauce. The seabass may have been the tastiest item, the butter sauce and roasted lemon sauce was exceptional. We finished up with the carrots and bbq ribs, which were crispy on the outside but tender as you bit into the rib meat. Service was stellar as expected for any Michelin rated restaurant. I'm def coming back here soon, the bar looks nice and they have nice Ramen bowls and other items I want to try.

    Bbq brisket
    Peter L.

    Ukiah (or Haiku spelled backwards) is a fusion Japanese smokehouse, so that means you can get sashimi as well as brisket or drink whiskey as well as sake. Since this was our first visit, the tasting menu at $85 seemed like a no brainer. We started off with some salmon sashimi which were cut well but also one of the weaker courses (then again my standards for sashimi are pretty high). The iceberg lettuce salad was simply but also very refreshing and light. Hamachi crispy rice though was a bit heavy. The gyoza was one of the standout courses - the meat filling is smoked and it was one of the most flavorful and delicious dumplings I have had. The fried mushrooms was also very well prepared, while the carrots were ok. The wagyu skewers were another stand out course - perfectly grilled, so tender and flavorful. The scallops skewers were divisive - they were smoked which also seemed to change the texture, so it may not be to everyone's liking, although I really enjoyed it. And the smoked brisket which should have been the star was a bit too salty for my tastes (I would love to try the pork shoulder next time). They gave us 2 desserts for 3 people which was a lot, and the coconut cake was our fave. Drink wise, the sake sampler was a hit, and my rye Manhattan was solid. Overall, Ukiah is a very interesting concept and definitely worth checking out. Some of the dishes could be better, but the standouts were really awesome and made the visit worthwhile! Service is also flawless and the place has a great vibe.

    Anne O.

    With an unusual menu for food and cocktails, this spot drew us in!! Karaage Chicken, a trendy fried chicken plate of deliciousness is always a must try...and Ukiah did it well. The sliced Hanachi in in ponzu with Serrano peppers was creamy, fresh, with a bit of heat..amazing. Almost everything we had was over the top delicious except for the Pork Belly stick. It was dry and overcooked. The cocktail menu is equally unique and my gin 'So Fresh So Green' was divine..gin, green pea ginger, lemon and scallion tincture. Fresh, bright, and earthy all in one. Perfection!!!

    Elisa G.

    We couldn't reach Ukiah by phone but I was obsessed after reading their reviews so we came in person and luckily they seated us. Great success!! Our waiter Alex is HOT and super sweet and extremely accommodating!! I love my sake flight and it pairs so well with the prawn and the hamachi is awesome with all the herbs. They have plenty of gluten free options as well!! It's SOLID. This sweet potato was tasty enough without parmesan which would ruin it. Alex has the best personality and he is a GREAT server.

    Coconut Cake with ice cream. The complete experience with this dessert. Their speciality
    Matt C.

    we had no reservations yet they were polite and said the bar or outside seating. servers were great and the food was fantastic. Our table outside was tucked away in the corner so we stayed dry the entire meal. What an experience was this Michelin restaurant. Its restaurants like Ukiah that make me wish I live in Asheville.

    Andrew M.

    This was a special meal. Every single piece of food and drink they suggested to us was amazing. The ribs were tender and juicy paired with an excellent sake selection. The staff were super helpful and kind. I will be back.

    Malgosia K.

    Really enjoyed it, we had the chefs tasting menu, which was amazing value for what you pay. We received ten dishes for a table of two. Overall cocktails were fantastic and the coconut cake was DELICIOUS. the food in the tasting menu varied, we loved the salmon, salad, skewers, mushrooms etc, but the rest was OK. I would come here again, and it is Michelin rated! The food was presented in a beautiful way. Our server was the kindest!

    Edamame starter
    Diane Z.

    Delicious! Loved it all. Drinks, food, ambience. We would certainly eat here again when visiting the area.

    baby bok choy
    Maureen N.

    This was an interesting meal filled with unique flavors that I had not tasted anywhere else. So, it was a good experience/meal. The waiter was great, explained the menu well, and answered all our questions. I ordered the bok choy for my appetizer and the local trout for my entree. The bok choy was incredibly smoky and tasty. The local trout was doused in a buttermilk dashi, a broth that was bursting with flavors that, although new, was extremely delicious. The mushrooms that accompanied the trout were a bit salty but not overpowering so. I ordered a side of rice because I felt that the meal was missing it. Overall, the meal was good. I would revisit to try other dishes!

    Pork Belly Tonkotsu
    Amy H.

    The last time I went to Ukiah, my friend got the Ramen and I have thought about it many times since. So when I got a craving for Ramen, I knew the destination was Ukiah. It did not disappoint. Large portion filled with pork belly, mushrooms, bok choy, eggs, etc. Great service & cozy ambiance. Cocktails were delicious!

    Champagne to start
    Jennifer D.

    Finally visited after months of walking by all the incredible smells you catch from the sidewalk. The chef tasting menu was outstanding. We were blown away by every course. I appreciate that they were easily able to accommodate my dietary restrictions. You can tell this restaurant has range! Service was excellent and they maintained a great pace through the meal. My favorites were the scallops, hamachi, and brisket.

    Crispy Pork Bao Buns
    Alivia D.

    Food was great, especially the wagyu. The cake itself was worth the visit. Everything was fresh and our server was very personable and helpful with recommendations. It's kinda upscale, but many people wore comfortable clothes too so you can dress up or be casual. Worth the visit!

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    Kudos to the staff for being super attentive...they were spot on! Food was pretty darn tasty as well :-)

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    Yes the patio is pet friendly. We do have a limited number of heaters and a working fireplace!

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