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    Umi Sushi & Sake

    4.2 (466 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Ellen K.

    My niece was visiting from Texas and decided she just "had to have sushi". She sees it all over social media and she's always been very brave about trying new foods so I didn't mind taking her. We ordered a couple different things to try and she wanted to try the salmon sushi (literally just raw sushi on a bit of rice) and I think it was not what she was expecting. It wasn't the sushi that was bad--it was all delicious--my recommendation for allowing a young heathen to try sushi is to start with one of the rolls, not throw them into the deep end like I did. Because she did like the rolls! Personally, I love the salmon sushi. My only criticism was that it was really not busy at all (maybe one other couple there) and it took quite a while to get anything. Other than that, this is a good sushi spot.

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    Erika V.

    I ordered to go from here and it was delicious. The employees are very friendly and the service was superb. The establishment was very clean and easy to find. Highly recommend!

    Amazing deal!
    Michelle R.

    Had great service! Our server was so sweet and attentive! The food was delicious we ate every bite! No pictures because we were starving. My daughter got an eel roll and she loved it, I ordered salmon sashimi, and a custom roll which they executed perfectly. My son had the best udon we have ever had and I don't know what my husband had he wasn't sharing! They had a very affordable deal that could be mixed and matched with a lot of delicious options. We ordered the seaweed salad and gyoza with ours. This place is convenient and delicious. Ambience is simple clean and comfortable. So fun! They have a lot of sakes, beers and wines to choose from. We have been her a handful of times and will go back a ton more!

    Belinda R.

    I always walk in and go straight to the bar. Party of one. Today I ordered the lollipops with no avocado and the crispy rice biscuits also with no avocado. I order without avocado because I am allergic to it. I always sit at the bar so never a wait. The chef here is extremely clean. The entire restaurant is really clean no complaints. Service is always great. My food was presented perfectly. I asked for sriracha, eel sauce, wasabi, and ginger. They did not skimp on the ginger which is perfect. I keep on returning not only because of the good service but the flavorful perfectly prepared food. This is my go-to place when in the mood for sushi. They do have specials but I already know what I want so I just order it. Also the Yellow Tail cheek is to die for! A must stop if in the mood.

    Lunch Special: 4 Sushi & Salmon Roll
    Alan P.

    Love the lunch specials! 4 Sushi, chef's choice, and Salmon Roll (See Photo) Includes house salad with a light ginger dressing, and soup- perfect for a cold day. Fast friendly service and delicious sushi, with sports on the tv, makes the perfect lunch.

    Spicy Garlic Edamame.
    Christine A.

    I can't believe I haven't written a review for Umi! It's my favorite sushi place in town. I can always walk in and find an available table. They have a great lunch time deal that I like to take advantage of. Their staff, in particular Irene, are great. The food always tastes fresh and they aren't heavy on the sauces.

    Pink Bear Baked Roll
    Kristen V.

    Umi Sushi has become my favorite sushi restaurant in Bakersfield. I love the variety of rolls that they have. I had the crispy rice biscuit as an appetizer and the pink bear roll for my main. The crispy rice biscuit is exactly how it sounds-- crispy but topped with delicious tuna and avocado. The pink bear roll is one of my favorites too. Also, very flavorful. The service was good. Since I came on a busy day it was a little confusing to know if there's one line for take out and one line for dine in. No one was available at the front to clarify since they were busy handling the carry-outs. Additionally, the ambiance was nice but booth wasn't the most comfortable. The upholstery is just patched, but I hope it gets replaced soon. The patches weren't the most pleasant to sit on.

    Birthday ice cream
    Mario R.

    One of the best sushi spots here in Bakersfield. Everything from the atmosphere to the service is incredible. Obviously the quality of the sushi is top notch but everything on their menu is wonderful for those who may want an alternative to fish. It's so good our son who's 9 always ask to go for dinner

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    Sabrina J.

    The night started with excitement and I hopes. My coworkers raved about this sushi place and I had to try it. Unfortunately I think we went on a bad night. The food was good when we got it. Nothing that stood out to be better than any other place in town. My issue was with service. We had a group of six and each ordered on three checks. The server did not bring the miso until almost the end of our meal. The rolls that came out to us did not belong to us. It was ment for another table. When we finally did get our rolls we had no utensils. When we asked for help the server left a stack of small plates and chopsticks at my end of the table and walked away. I passed them out so others can start eating. At this point I still had not received my roll or miso. We tried to ask for more help and were met with an irritable smile from the server. again, the food was good when we all finally got what we needed. ambience was fine They had an NFL game playing and no loud music which I enjoyed. not once did they try to refill our drinks or ask if we needed anything we had to call them over multiple times and finally asked for the check. We all went over our receipts to make sure we didn't get charged for the rolls we received at the beginning of dinner. And we all noticed an 18% gratuity that was automatically applied to each check. After my overall experience, I don't think I will be returning. Please try it. Maybe you'll have a different experience. It is quite a drive out by Stockdale high school. As for me and my crew, I don't think we will be returning..

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    Roland B.

    Food is great. The sushi is great. The wine and beer are an amazing addition. The service is top notch. The space is great for dining.

    Cynthia V.

    Umi is our favorite sushi place! The fish is fresh, the staff is great, and they are one of the few places that offer fresh wasabi (you have to ask for it though). The head chef is such a nice lady- she came over to play with our baby multiple times and even made us a complimentary appetizer, thank you!

    Double Veggie Roll
    Sharon E.

    My husband and I were in the mood for some sushi and decided to order takeout from Umi. The server on the phone was friendly as I placed our order. I chose the mixed tempura and the spicy rainbow roll. My husband ordered an avocado roll, a cucumber roll and a double veggie roll. The tempura had a nice mixture of vegetables along with two shrimp. The tempura batter kept a bit of its crunch despite getting it to go. The spicy rainbow roll was tasty and basically what you'd expect it to taste like. My husband enjoyed his avocado roll and double veggie roll. The cucumber roll was a bit different as it had the seaweed on the outside and only had four large rolls in it. Overall, we enjoyed our meal. The only downside was the ginger. It appeared to be old and dried out. Umi continues to be one of our favorites.

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    Jessica D.

    Service here is elite! The chefs are the best in town! The owners are the sweetest, the waitress & waiters are very friendly and sweet! I love coming here with my family. The ambiance , well if you're like me. You can be anywhere! But here , it's traditional Japanese theme restaurant, I picture us in Osaka under cherry blossom trees , but it's calm, quiet, clean, the music isn't loud . Everything is just right. The food the main reason we keep going back! The don't disappoint! Not one dish . My top favorites 1) the pink bear 2) crazy baby 3) tiger Favorite appetizers 1) green mussels 2) miso soup 3) spicy garlic edamame Drinks 1) strawberry soju 2) sake 3) hot green tea, they serve it in a cute pot ! They make me feel like an empress 5/5 Best sushi spot in Bakersfield! No other place has topped them!

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    Good place,Great service and good food definitely coming back! And highly recommend! Greaatttt!!

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    Great food! Fantastic service! Relaxing ambiance. Food was great for the price. Will definitely come back and recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Umi Sushi & Sake

    Are there gluten free vegetarian options?

    Do they have miso soup?

    Yed

    Is the fish fresh? Where does it come from?

    Fish is as fresh as can be for a local restaurant far from the sea. You can see the fresh cut in their sushi

    How much does it cost per person for AYCE?

    They do not have AYCE

    Do you have vegetarian rolls?

    They have avocado rolls,cucumber rolls, and rolls with both

    Is there an option for sushi rolls without rice?

    Hi Ashley, yes we do provide the option to serve most of our sushi rolls without rice.

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    Kyoto Japanese Grill

    Kyoto Japanese Grill

    4.4
    (163 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$

    AHHHHHHH!!!I adore this place so much!! Any day I choose to go to this place makes it a great day…read more It has some of the best fried rice I've ever had. Their meats are so tender and their vegetables are so soft. And you are even give sauces to dip them in that make the experience just golden! The service is excellent!! The people behind the counter are so nice! I await my next visit here with great longing.

    I've officially reached my limit with Kyoto! For over $20 a plate, I could go to an actual…read moreteppanyaki restaurant and at least get a dinner show out of the deal. Instead, I'm paying premium prices to sit under fluorescent lights and question my life choices. The "Combo" Math that Isn't Mathing Then there's the pricing logic--or lack thereof. Why does a chicken and steak combo cost 20% more than the steak plate alone? * Standard Logic: A combo price should land somewhere between the cost of the chicken and the steak. * Kyoto Logic: "Since you want both, we're going to tax your indecisiveness." Either they have zero respect for their customers, or they're catastrophically bad at math. I'm betting on the latter. Honestly, I could buy a Blackstone grill for the cost of three or four visits to this place. The "Service" (If You Can Call It That) To top it off, the customer service is abysmal. The staff acts personally offended by your very existence. Even the older gentleman--who I assume is the owner--is the worst of the bunch. He radiates a vibe that says, "I hope you choke on that brown rice." Final Verdict: This is the last time they get a dime from me. I'm taking my business to my backyard.

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    Ahi Sushi

    Ahi Sushi

    4.8
    (397 reviews)
    4.3 mi
    $$

    I came in a party of four on a weekend for lunch. I heard great things about Ahi sushi and after…read moretrying other local sushi restaurants, I was excited to try Ahi. The ambiance is very no frills and clean. The service was relatively quick after we ordered. I ordered the lunch bento with hand rolls of salmon avocado and tuna avocado. I also had salmon belly and otoro. The hand rolls were quite large and very tasty. The salmon belly was very tender and delicious. The otoro was the star of the show - it's my absolute favorite cut of tuna and I order it whenever I get the chance! It was so tender and melted in my mouth! Overall, we had a great time and I'll definitely be back for more otoro!

    Very clean establishment, especially their restrooms. Dim…read morelighting is always a favorite for me, especially when I'm out with my hubby. We had dinner here and it was both of our first-time. I really hate that I have to give this place a 4 but it's because the spicy edamame was not to my liking and they do not carry pineapple soju. The food is definitely a must try, especially the beautiful yellowtail sashimi. The seafood yakisoba was so delicious. I did not care much for the baked salmon roll, Love Sushi takes first place for that roll and Prime Sushi take first place for spicy edamame. The crazy tuna roll I ordered was so big! The crunchy pieces on top can stand to sit in some absorbing paper towels because they were a bit oily but went well with the Tuna dance. I personally did not care for the bluefin tuna. Overall my babe and I enjoyed our dinner and will most definitely return for more.

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    Tempura , Chicken Teriyaki
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    Kuma Sushi

    Kuma Sushi

    4.7
    (281 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$
    Takes reservations
    Happy hour specials

    Kuma Sushi was a pleasant surprise. The ambiance is contemporary with a unique feel. The space is…read moreopen and airy, making it comfortable and inviting. One thing I noticed was the mix of different tables and chairs throughout the restaurant. It almost feels like a hodgepodge of furniture, but somehow it works and fits the contemporary vibe rather than feeling out of place. The food was excellent, the service was friendly, and the prices were very reasonable. We received our food surprisingly fast, which was a nice bonus. There was a mistake with one of our rolls, but the staff handled it well. They quickly remade the roll and brought us a replacement at no charge, which I really appreciated. One of the highlights was a custom roll with jalapeño, avocado, and asparagus. I added cream cheese and had it deep fried, and it honestly tasted like a sushi version of a jalapeño popper. It was absolutely amazing and something I would order again in a heartbeat. Overall, it was a great experience from start to finish. Good food, good service, reasonable prices, and a unique atmosphere. I would definitely recommend giving Kuma Sushi a try.

    Madre mia! Or should I say, " うわ! (Uwa!)." Loved it. So far, the best sushi place in…read moreBakersfield. Starting to get really close to our favorite place in Sherman Oaks. Loving it. Ex-girlfriend, Best friends and Calamari tempura roll were all very good (in that order, best to good.). And don't forget a nice, cold bottle of Nigori . Kanpai!!

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    Teriyaki Madness

    Teriyaki Madness

    4.5
    (41 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to savanna for the exceptional customer service she…read moreprovides to me and my family, your radiant energy is truly infectious and makes us want to return, you consistently demonstrate kindness and sweetness and I pray that you always remain a shining example of excellence and compassion Thanks Ebony

    My oldest son works nearby this place so he grabbed us some food and I actually liked the flavor;…read morehowever, as I start to get to the bottom of the bowl the rice is filled up with oil. They didn't even drain the oil, my bowl was literally super heavy from the amount of oil on the bottom of the bowl. My son said he goes here often so he thinks it's because it was the end of the night... sorry but that's not an excuse, that's lazy. I would love to come back and give this place another shot because flavor was good and I'm hoping it's what my son said and that they are not usually like that. I also think this brand is a chain restaurant so it's weird to me that they would be putting out this type of product, unless it's like McDonald's and owned individually with their own set of rules. In any case, I'll probably give it another try one day... just not in the near future. Any time I pass by I don't see this place that busy, but Panda Express is literally right there so maybe people would rather go to Panda. Parking is a little crazy sometimes since the parking area near this establishment is small and there's a lot of other restaurants nearby. I definitely think you should check it out for yourself, but this is not for me.

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    Teriyaki Madness

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    Ichiban Sushi

    Ichiban Sushi

    3.6
    (195 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    We noticed the sign a few weeks ago celebrating their 20 year anniversary and decided to stop in…read morethis weekend. It was a Sunday night and it was not too busy. We were well cared for and had a lot of attention. We asked about the name Ichiban because we frequented another place with this name years ago. We found out they do have another location on Oswell. We also learned Ichiban means number one or the best in Japanese. That makes sense why that might be a good name of a Japanese restaurant. There is a good amount of space if you want to come with a large group. The bar area is nice and we saw what appeared to be some regulars stopping in for dinner. The food was good and well made. I really liked all the combinations of rolls. It took me some time to make my decision because they have so many choices. The rolls are around $15 each and they have about 10 that are listed at $11.50 for the anniversary. If you are looking for a quick place to stop in for tasty sushi and rolls, make sure the name is Ichiban.

    dear friends kept insisting i visit this place...for once the recommendation exceeded the…read moremythology. the staff were friendly from the moment we walked in. song was kind and welcoming behind the sushi bar, and jb prepared some beautiful sashimi. Ichiban Sushi surprised me. the scallops were fresh, the sashimi excellent, and the yellowtail belly special was ridiculous. i'm picky. very picky. i notice texture, temperature, and balance. this place got it right. proof that a great meal can appear in unexpected places. i left full, grateful, and already thinking about the next visit. devoured, gone so fast to take a flick

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    Chicken & Beef Teriyaki Bento Box
    Chicken & Beef Teriyaki Bento Box
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    Umi Sushi & Sake - japanese - Updated July 2026

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