Uni

Everything was so tasty and creatively delicious! Although sashimi, nigiri and ChowFun were the dishes I'd recommend and re-order. Uni Spoon is very tasty too but I'd prefer to save it for a special occasion! Not much else to say other than you gotta try it for yourself~

Quite expensive but SO tasty - worth it especially for those celebrating a special occasion! Our dinner consisted of hot small plates so didn't get to try the sushi, but so many creative mouthwatering plates to choose from. On top of that each dish was a beautifully crafted work of art and the service was excellent. Look forward to coming back soon!

TLDR: Pricey food but worth the price. Went by myself and the server was really accommodating. Everything was so delicious. I especially like the potato gnocchi and the foie gras & tuna tartare. Also, I rate sushi restaurant by how fresh their ikura is and I'd say that Uni's ikura is fresh so the restaurant is good And I thought they'd miss on the dessert because it's a sushi restaurant, but the coconut rice pudding was sooo good. They certainly didn't miss. The food came somewhat late, but the server gave me 2 free mocktails as an apology (lol), which I appreciated a lot. Food is on the pricier side, but I think it's worth it. Erin much recommended.

What can I say about this 5-star, creative, inventive, incredible restaurant that hasn't been said already? The service was top notch, we have our server free reign to bring us anything the chef wanted Omakase style and that turned into an 18 course tasting menu that took us on a journey that was utterly satisfying in every way. The dishes were immaculate, the quality top top top notch, service was phenomenal (thanks Jon), and I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone that appreciates truly crafted and elevated sushi and Japanese food.

Wowww loved sitting outside. My date had the Emotional Detachment which was robust and balanced, full flavored of love. I had the salted Nonalcoholic cocktail and I ordered a second one I was so in love with it. Everything we had was special. The pasta and mushroom dish was my favorite. I love foie gras, had it with the spicy tuna, it did not disappoint. Brussels 10/10. Veggie roll. 💯 Tofu was nice too. David our server was sweet.

Mind-Blowing Culinary Experience at UNI Dining at UNI is nothing short of extraordinary. Chef Take's talent is truly remarkable, turning every dish into a masterpiece. The sashimi is unbelievably fresh, each slice practically melts in your mouth, showcasing the incredible quality and craftsmanship that UNI is known for. One of the standout dishes was the Foie Gras sushi with pop rocks and strawberry. The combination of flavors and textures was nothing short of genius—a perfect balance of richness, sweetness, and a playful pop that left me in awe. It’s a daring creation that speaks to Chef Take’s innovative spirit. My personal favorite, though, has to be the Toro topped with caviar. The buttery, luxurious texture of the Toro paired with the briny burst of caviar is an experience I won't soon forget. It's the kind of sushi that dreams are made of. The service at UNI is also top-notch. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and makes you feel like a VIP from start to finish. They are well-versed in the menu and make excellent recommendations, ensuring that your dining experience is seamless and memorable. UNI is, without a doubt, a dining destination that should be on every food lover’s bucket list. Chef Take’s talent shines through in every dish, making it an unforgettable experience.

I loved eating at Uni! The vibe was really cool and the seating outside was wonderful. The food was a 8.5/10, super creative while still being delicious. They had some basic dishes like the Brussel sprouts but hit the mark great. For the more creative dishes like the crab fried rice they managed to combine a bunch of flavors that you wouldnt think taste good together. They made it work though! The pineapple and crab with the rice was great, the cherry, lemon, and hamachi were a great combo. And the scorpionfish had a similar thing going on too. The fried chicken bao buns were something I had never seen done but they did it great. Dessert was served creatively, as you can see with the white chocolate mousse, however, i wouldnt get the mochi again. 8.8/10

Great food and lively atmosphere. The Hokkaido scallop sashimi and kinmedai nigiri are must tries.

Pricey but quality. Tuna tataki foie gras was amazing. Could of had more. Tuna belly great as well but wish I had mine scorched.

Been here a few times and have NEVER had an unpleasant experience. I usually sit at the downstairs counter because its a nicer vibe and better music for the younger crowd. Plus, Chef Luke is super fun to watch. He is very welcoming, helpful, and attentive. The servers explain the dishes in full detail when they arrive at the table. Uni has top tier seafood, always tastes super fresh. My favorite dishes are the Hirame, Sake (sashimi), Eel & Avo maki, and the Wagyu Beef Dumplings ALWAYS hit the spot. I personally did not like the Hiramasa, but if you’d like an ice cream sundae kind of savory dish, it may be for you. Parking is very difficult around this area. Its mostly valet parking which can run you from $20-$40. Great sushi restaurant overall. Great food, great atmosphere and amazing service! ⭐️

really interesting take on sushi with a combination of traditional elements and modern flare. i recommend getting the nigiri for the diversity and a roll or two for sustenance. the price is quite high, but the quality and service were top tier. sean was a great server and explained everything, from menu highlights to combinations and adjusted everything for three people.

First time in Boston, and shockingly the food here has been really bad. But Uni is an exception. Amazing food. Loved it. I wouldn't call it a traditional sushi restaurant, but they do have sashimi and nigiri. The miso eggplant was amazing along with the fried chicken bao bun.

Uni is Unique Another signature evening, let the pictures tell the story. There is a reason @BostonMagazine selected Uni as Best Sushi 2024. A soulful experience that whisks you on a journey, as the din of the crowds fades away with each rendition. A return is in order for follow ups. * mic drop *

The bar was a little tight for seating, but otherwise what a MAGICAL experience! Holy cow! Cannot possibly recommend enough the Madai - sea bream, the toro fatty tuna with aged soy and caviar, and the barracuda with blueberry and pomegranate. Also, we went out on a limb a bit with the fried chicken Bao buns and WOW - I haven’t had fried chicken that well-prepared in ages! It came out hot, crispy and even, and the Thai basil added lovely flavor in every bite. Thanks for a wonderful dinner.

The best sushi in Boston, period. My mom is allergic to a lot of stuff (garlic, onions, and all peppers) and the staff was SUPER accommodating. The traditional sashimi is just as tasty as the regular menu items; the quality of ingredients is superb. Totally worth the price!!!

Love this spot. Connected to the lobby at the Eliot Hotel, it’s a no brainer if you’re staying there. Sat at the counter and had an amazing experience. The wagyu beef dumplings are a must order. They’re insane. For sashimi I did the hirame (fluke) and it was beautiful. For nigiri I did the toro with caviar and the foie gras with strawberry & pop rocks. Loved the toro but the best bite of the night went to the foie gras. Legitimately blew my mind.

Located inside the Eliot Hotel, Uni serves a delightful experience with high quality sushi and Japanese fusion dishes. Recently came for dinner, and despite our reservation, we got seated at the bar seats. It still had nice and intimate atmosphere, but had we known the popularity of the place, we would’ve booked at an earlier time. We started with the eros oysters and a hint of sweetness from its garnish gave it a refreshing finish. Sushi came after with some hits and misses. Hokkaido uni pieces were not worth their hefty price tag, but I enjoyed Chutoro and other pieces. Sea bream, hamachi, and sawara were beyond our expectations, and we ended up getting another round of those before moving on to the entrées. Foie gras came later on a separate dish, and this was undoubtedly the best dish of the meal. The buttery chunk of foie gras combined with sweet candied hazelnut was simply divine. For our entrée, we got some wagyu dumplings, black cod special, and the crab garlic noodles. Black cod was one of the most popular dishes of the night, and we managed to snatch the last one available. Its buttery texture was exquisite and certainly justified its popularity. Wagyu dumplings were a tad spicy, but slight hint of herbs, vinegar, cheese, and nice chunks of wagyu beef made a mindblowing orchestration of flavors in my mouth. Spicy tuna tataki with foie gras and the crab garlic noodles were also really good, not our palate was already spoiled by other dishes to enjoy them. Definitely the best non-omakase Japanese food experience I had in Boston, and I highly recommend trying them out.

Came for quick bites and loved the iconic Uni Spoon 🥄 must try! I also loved the Hamachi & the tuna roll. You’ll the food whether you decide to do the Omasake experience or order on your own. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was lovely. I’m definitely coming again!

Nice place Very nice with an amazing design. Food is amazing and appealing. I recommend uni spoon, Wagyu hot rock and Foie gras. we enjoyed everything so delicious!

Our dinner at Uni was an incredible experience with a phenomenal world tour of flavors. They are not restricted to one style and pull from various cultures and techniques to create a unique and memorable food experience. Full disclosure: I am not a fish/seafood person. I avoid it at all costs. But as a home chef and someone who loves to try new things, I knew this was the place to take risks. That bet paid off handsomely. We ordered a few appetizers, and my wife had some delicious sushi. I trusted our sushi chef's recommendations for a cooked item and sashimi for the main event. The Spanish Octopus - a sous-vide and smoked octopus with mole blanco, enoki, and rocoto - was spectacular. I did not know that octopus could taste like that. Incredible texture - not chewy, not rubbery - but rather lusciously meaty! The mole blanco was subtle - it did not overpower the octopus - but at the same time, it was absolutely incredibly executed. Tremendous dish. While my wife was surprised I was enjoying this so much, her face showed genuine intrigue when the sashimi arrived. For this adventure, we got the Madai - Sea Bream served with parsnip, Marcona almond, and aged sherry vinaigrette. The presentation was beautiful and immediately drew me in. The fish was light, airy, and straight-off-the-boat fresh (plane in this case). The flavors were absolutely dancing on my palate. The parsnip crema was both ingenious and mind-blowing. It was an unexpected earthy element to an otherwise springtime dish. I've been fortunate to have had great meals in great restaurants throughout the world. This is easily a top 5 experience for me. Considering I don't eat fish or seafood, that speaks volumes to how good the experience at Uni was.

Uni seems criminally underrated to me in 2025. Despite its staying power, it has evolved with the times to produce an exceptional and unique dining experience. Every time I go, flavor reigns supreme in beautifully presented and creative nigiri, sashimi dishes, and other small plates. Dishes on the menu change regularly based on ingredients and seasons, and ingredients and techniques such as koji and lactofermentation are sometimes employed to enhance, elevate, and add complexity to dishes. Even more, it’s not uncommon to find locally foraged ingredients on the menu. Additionally, the service is warm and helpful, and the sake list is excellent. There’s been an influx of sushi and omakase restaurants in Boston recently, but Uni is the one to which I keep returning when I want creativity and flavor amped up to 11.

This was the perfect place for our business dinner! While on the pricier side, the food was delicious and the friendly staff showed us much hospitality. We had a party of 4 and made a reservation for dinner, which I would recommend since the restaurant seemed quite busy for a weekday night. Of all the dishes we had, the desserts were by far my favorite. Cocktails were great too!

What an experience. What a restaurant. We absolutely loved it. Easily top three Japanese restaurants I have eaten in. And I have tried many. From the welcome to the service to the food which is out of this world. Well done guys. If and when we are back in Boston we are definitely returning.

This restaurant is our go-to when we visit Boston. For us the standout dish was the Duck Confit Gyoza with chili crisp - this is a party in your mouth. So good we ordered another plate. The Brussels Sprouts, miso cod, pork ribs were also excellent. The only down point to our evening was that they had sold out of the Foie Gras Parfait. I’ve heard it’s sublime. We settled for Nigiri. Two of us ordered the Tipsy Dipsy cocktail (tequila, wasabi, snap pea, pineapple and loomi) The result was a balanced sweet, salty, savoury, drink with combined flavors you shouldn’t enjoy but absolutely do! .Everything is an explosion of flavours. Services is friendly and attentive. Expensive but we ordered a lot of food and shared a bottle of sake too. Cannot wait to return!

We enjoyed their four-course pricing fixe menu last Friday evening. Everything was fabulous, especially the sushi-grade Scottish salmon. The saki flight was a great addition. The restaurant is located in the Elliot hotel. It is very quaint.

Don't bother driving here, it’s the Back Bay. Inside is exactly the dark and trendy. The service was friendly but honestly a bit loose for the price point. Our server greeted us fast but he lacked that confident polish you usually see at high end spots. We were not initially sure if he was our waiter or just dropping off water. The staff dress code is also super casual and that made it hard to distinguish employees from customers. The sushi itself is fantastic though we had one weird miss with the kitchen apps. Skip the Omakase. The pricing is outrageous for Boston. Just order a la carte. What we ordered: • Massaman Brussels Sprouts (5/10): A total disappointment. They had peanuts, fried shallot, and basil but zero seasoning. They must have forgotten to salt the dish entirely. Once I added my own salt it was good but I should not have to do that here. • Spicy Negihama (9/10): Delicious roll. Highly recommend. • Foie Gras Nigiri (9/10): The chocolate pairing with the buttery foie gras is wild. I usually find foie gras overwhelming but this portion was perfect. • Akami Nigiri (9/10): A perfect bite with the tuna and mushroom. • Hamachi Nigiri (10/10): Just flawless. • Madai Nigiri (9/10): Fresh and clean. • Beef Ribs (9/10): Tender and rich. • Chow Fun Noodles (10/10): Surprisingly one of the best things on the table. The Bathroom Situation: You have to leave the restaurant and walk into the connected hotel lobby to find the facilities. I had to ask the front desk for directions because it is down in the basement. It is a shared bathroom but it has one stall with a full length door for privacy and was very clean.

Was good, but honestly did not blow us out of the water, wouldn’t return. The nigiri was outstanding, and the Brussel sprouts were a favorite. The beets I would not recommend, came with a sort of curry that was just not appetizing. The dumplings we felt were too spicy, and the halibut portion was a tiny square whose flavor was a little bit too salty. Clearly people love it, so maybe it was just us, but wouldn’t go if we didn’t have the credit to help with the bill. Ambiance was great

Indeed nice presentation for every dish, fresh ingredients, quality sushi but the dishes are all very small, no larger than 2 onces even for the cooked ones, and it’s $23 for a small bowl of noodles. Way overpriced.

My wife told me about this place sometime ago and suggested I try it with my son. We came during my son college grad weekend and had a o patio table on a beautiful afternoon. The wait staff was excellent and explained every piece of sushi in detail. The sushi was very good but not mind blowing. The chef here had its own unique take and creation of each dishes which IMO stray into fusion style and less traditional. We actually preferred Blue Ribbon sushi on commonwealth ave.

We tried the daily tasting & enjoyed the ride. Some dishes were new to me; some others were less surprising, but everything was well executed. One drink pairing for two is more than enough. The room is pretty noisy & the chairs at the counter were not the most comfortable but the people working there were nice & interesting :) A good night in Boston!

Food was unique and delicious, but it wasn't as good as some other places in the area for the same price. We were seated at a table for 4 on the lower floor and it was pretty chilly down there. Another couple actually asked to be moved upstairs because it was too cold. The service was excellent.

The ambience is dark and intimate. Definitely a spot to go for a date night with your significant other. The interior is a bit dated but overall still a comfortable environment. The tables and seats are tightly packed. Service was great on my visit. Very attentive and caring for my overall experience of the food and drinks. The food was delicious. Well prepared and beautiful presentation. The presentation alone wasn't it, the food actually had great flavor. Sadly, this is on the higher end of the price tag so be prepared to shell out $100+ a person if you order a drink, an app, and 2 dishes. I do recommend experiencing the bar, atmosphere and food for a date. Definitely not a daily place to visit. Unless you make a pretty comfortable living lol

First time visit and we were not disappointed - despite of the highest meal cost in Boston, we are planning to re-visit. I took a star off because the "Dry Aged Duck Breast" in the tasting menu was Hmm... I returned it. The restaurant replaced it with "Miso Black Cod" - a nice gesture since it was $45 dish, but it was overly salty and I didn't find the sauce interesting. We now know what to order at next visit.

It was a miss. Table of two ordered four plates, which were each served at completely random times and out of order. Recommend that you pass on outdoor seating: no breathing room from other diners. Won’t ever understand why the entire wait staff wears T-shirts, jeans and sneakers: literally the dress code of a Chipotle.

TL;DR - great food but so many service and atmosphere problems I cannot recommend eating here. It was our daughter’s college graduation celebration meal so we did the tasting menu and beverage pairing. Pacing of courses was wildly erratic with only one course following at the proper pace. We’d get a pairing for a course 5-15 minutes before the course arrived meaning there was little to taste with the dish left and in one case, the single wine course to match the lamb arrived after that was cleared and showed up with dessert. Descriptions of everything was so rushed that we were never sure what we were getting. The food was good, the experience not so much. The lighting was so dim that every table around us used their phone lights to see the menu. I tried to take a photo to share here and it was a 4 second exposure because of the poor lighting. It was almost as if they were hiding the food via poor lighting. Music trying to be hip meant every conversation was louder than it should have been. Couple that with rushed front of house staff and you were never sure you heard anything properly. Tables were so densely packed that I had 4 people bump into the back of me as they walked by. I kept sliding to the center of my table to get away from the walk path but it still happened.

Uneven Culinary Journey, Subpar Service I had the opportunity to dine at this restaurant on 07/27, ordering the tasting menu, with its 9 services. While the food was satisfactory overall, there are inconsistencies in the dining experience and issues with the service experience that lives a bitter taste. With a price of 225$, the quality of the food was a mixed bag. Some dishes such as the prawns and sashimi were excellent, though I did find a scale on the salmon's skin, which was a bit off-putting. The main issue I encountered was with the seasoning. While some elements were under-salted, others were too spicy, overpowering the balance of the other ingredients. Such inconsistencies were particularly noticeable. I found some choices curious, such as to eat tagliatelle with chopsticks. It was a bit unconventional and just impractical and didn't add any significant value to the overall dining experience. Also, that dish was not served at the right temperature to appreciate all the flavors, it was too cold. On a positive note, the dessert was truly exceptional, a definite highlight. However, it's the service that truly fell short of expectations. After being seated, no one took the time to explain the available menu options, including the tasting menu. I had to ask someone to come explain why there was a table menu and an online menu. In a top-tier restaurant, the service staff is expected to have a balance of attentiveness and discretion, allowing us to enjoy the meal at a relaxed pace. Unfortunately, the hurried nature of the staff, along with the rush to clear plates, negatively impacted the overall experience. The music level also affected the ambiance, making it difficult to comprehend the servers' explanations of the dishes. To conclude, while the food was just about worth the $225 tasting menu price, the overall experience was disappointing. Such a restaurant needs to ensure that every element of a guest's visit is impeccable, not just the food.

Uni presents itself as a destination Japanese restaurant, but the experience often feels caught between ambition and consistency. The menu is expansive and conceptually interesting, spanning sushi, hot dishes, and noodle preparations. At its best, individual plates show creativity and strong instincts. Too often, however, execution varies. Flavors can skew heavy, balance is inconsistent, and dishes that aim for impact sometimes sacrifice clarity. The breadth of the menu works against cohesion, leaving the meal feeling more episodic than deliberate. Service is professional but uneven. On good nights, pacing is smooth and guidance is helpful; on others, the experience feels hurried or loosely managed. Hospitality exists, but it lacks the precision and rhythm expected at this level. The room is energetic and visually striking, but noise and constant motion frequently compete with the food. The atmosphere prioritizes scene and momentum over focus, which can dilute the dining experience rather than enhance it. Uni earns three stars for ambition and moments of creativity, but inconsistency across food, service, and atmosphere holds it back. It remains an interesting restaurant—but not a reliably compelling one.

Very disappointed with the food at this price point. We did the tasting menu and at that price expected to be wow’d but it was just fine. I appreciate the high quality ingredients and the friendly staff but overall would not recommend the tasting menu. Drinks were good

Underwhelmed. Barely whelmed, if that. $150 pretax on an a la carte selection of 5 nigiri (which come as 2 pieces)—hamachi, kinmedai, uni, aburi toro, unagi—and a dish of Brussels sprouts (I enjoyed the massaman curry twist but the sprouts were overly charred). Like the next table we overheard, we only came because it’s eligible for Chase Reserve $150 credit. We got boba and tastyburger after. If you wanted to leave here full, would likely be ~$200 a person. PDF menu is finicky on mobile and I don’t know why the daily specials were 2x the price of the same item on the regular menu (confit porcini, lobster) I rarely care or comment on dress code, but some of the staff seemed more suitably dressed for a tech job or for Buttermilk & Bourbon down the street. Maybe do an all-black fit to match the slightly more elegant vibe? The prices certainly attempt to attain that. Service otherwise was great. Ronald got us in and out in 40 min. +1 to the other reviewer who liked Blue Ribbon down the road more

Not a single half decent piece in the whole tasting menu. First few apps were decent fish..with ridiculous things on them. Nigiri flights were cold and tasteless fish. The toro tasted like $5 supermarket tuna. They served a huge cut of duck that was super bitter and gamey. And to top it off a gross ice cream with rock hard cake. The one thing we liked were the carrots - seriously. The drinks were tasteless but surprisingly strong. For $225/person it was an absolute ripoff. Avoid at all costs.