Umami

Cuisine

fine_dining, japanese

Michelin

1

Price

€€€

Website

https://www.restaurant-umami.com

Description

Situated in the heart of Petite France with its picture postcard half-timbered houses, this restaurant combines flavours from near and far. Its name suggests as much: umami is the fifth flavour in Japanese cuisine, alongside sweet, sour, bitter and salty. A keen globetrotter, chef René Fieger signs market-fresh cuisine scattered with exoticism, yet solidly rooted in tradition. The chef is entirely alone in the kitchen, conjuring up dishes that delight. Highlights include a slab of halibut, finely diced yellow and green courgettes, sliced green beans and an acidic, slightly creamy dashi-kefir d

Review score

4.6

Review count

100

Review summary

Umami is a fine-dining Japanese restaurant in Strasbourg's Old Town, seating only about 16 guests. Reviews highlight exceptional food quality, featuring creative fusion of French and Asian cuisines, such as cauliflower panna cotta. Service is generally attentive and efficient, while the atmosphere is described as intimate and relaxing. Although a few negative reviews mention slow communication or mediocre experiences, the vast majority praise the culinary mastery. Due to limited capacity, advance reservations are essential.

Best for

Ideal for diners seeking refined, creative cuisine in an intimate setting; booking in advance is essential.

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