Umami - Trattoria Giapponese
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Discover Umami - Trattoria Giapponese, a top-rated Japanese restaurant in Roma offering authentic ramen, gyoza & sake. Check menu, hours & reviews.
Via Mario Menghini, 99, 00179 Roma RM, Italy
Umami - Trattoria Giapponese
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Overview
Located on Via Mario Menghini in Rome, Umami - Trattoria Giapponese presents a refined take on Japanese cuisine in a cozy and casual setting. Specializing in ramen, gyoza, and a diverse selection of Japanese small plates, this restaurant combines authentic flavors with a relaxed atmosphere perfect for quiet meals or trendy dining experiences.
The understated dining room sets the ideal tone for savoring dishes complemented by an extensive sake collection, alongside beer, wine, and other drinks. With a range of vegetarian and healthy options, the menu is crafted for solo diners, family groups, and anyone looking for a satisfying lunch or dinner between €30 and €40 per person.
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Local favorites
Visitors are drawn to this cozy Japanese spot for its authentic dishes, welcoming atmosphere, and excellent accessibility.
A sought-after menu featuring ramen, gyoza, takoyaki, and other flavorful Japanese specialties praised for quality and taste.
Enjoy sake, wine, beer, hard liquor, and coffee alongside healthy and vegetarian options for a complete dining experience.
A cozy, casual space welcoming families, solo diners, and LGBTQ+ guests, with wheelchair accessible seating and restrooms.
Dine-in, takeout, or delivery services cater to different preferences, perfect for lunch, dinner, or late-night cravings.
Consistently praised for welcoming service and a relaxing ambiance that enhances the authentic dining experience.
Situated in Roma’s Via Mario Menghini with free parking options nearby, making visits hassle-free.
Experience
Offering a delightful taste of Japan in Rome, Umami is well-suited for relaxed lunches, lively dinners, or quiet solo visits. The welcoming staff and attentive table service enhance every visit, while the option to reserve ahead ensures smooth planning for group outings.
Service is friendly and accommodating, with a calming atmosphere that invites guests to enjoy ramen, sushi, and signature dishes like spicy umami ramen or takoyaki without rush. Most visitors spend about 1 to 2 hours, making it ideal for both quick meals and leisurely dining. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Reserve a table to enjoy a cozy evening with family or friends, indulging in flavorful ramen broths and fresh sashimi in a tranquil yet trendy space.
Experience a peaceful solo meal with attentive service in a quiet environment, perfect for focused tasting of gyoza, uramaki rolls, and specialty coffee or sake.
Order popular dishes like spicy umami ramen and pork yakisoba for convenient takeout or delivery, bringing authentic Japanese flavors to any setting.
The welcoming, accessible space offers good options for children and family groups seeking both traditional and healthy Japanese dishes at lunch.
Open until 11 PM most nights, Umami satisfies late diners with small plates, sake, and comforting ramen served in a cozy, relaxed environment.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Kind staffs nice service open and clean kitchen. Ramen was nice but personally noodle was overcooked and verza was on the top I thought it was not necessary probably. Maybe seaweed or other garnish could be better. Cheese cake I really loved it ! 100% re visit but for other menu!"
"Lovely atmosphere. Japanese quality food. Nice and smily staff."
"A friend recommended this place can honestly say i was happy I listened, it exceeded my expectations the ramen was to die for. Service is super friendly and the atmosphere is relaxing."
"Absolutely fantastic. Incredible food, cozy space, kind staff. 10/10, will definitely come back. Best Asian food I've had in a while!"
"Absolutely delicious ramen. Friendly, welcoming staff. Recommend highly while in Roma."
"The umami ramen was v good, pleasantly surprised. The broth was rich in flavor while not heavily fattened, paired with proper ramen noodles. Chirashi was served w quality sashimi - my biggest complaint is that the chutoro was not cut well (as depicted in the picture) so when you bite into it, there’s a tough and chewy texture that is unbearable. The miso baos need a lot of work, we thought we were ordering xiaolongbaos but instead faced with godzilla sized mush. They were so big that we literally did not know how to start eating it. The pane was molto morbido and could not hold the filling inside, infact, we were wondering if it was undercooked. While the stuffing itself was made w primarily carrots and cabbage and was not appetizing to us."
"The place is nice just 10 mins from the colli albani metro. We had the pork yakisoba, katsusando and takoyaki , the yakisoba is really good its not oily unlike other that i tasted and its full of flavour and the takoyaki i feel like is homemade because it dont taste and it doesn't have the texture of store bought. The katsusando is a great sandwich type snack , in conclusion we'll return to try the ramens"
"My favorite Japanese restaurant in Rome with a chef who trained in Japan! This place has authentic Japanese food which is so good that I find myself wanting to come back every time The ramen both the fish and meat broth is fantastic. The takoyaki are the best I’ve had, and the sushi is excellent quality, with fish that practically melts in your mouth. A special bonus is the plum sake - one of the best I’ve ever tried, incredibly smooth and flavorful. Be sure to book in advance, as the place is always full!"
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:30 PM - 03:00 PM 07:30 PM - 11:00 PM |
Plan visits during dinner hours for the full experience, with reservations recommended to secure a table in this popular spot.
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