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Welcome to Umi Hotpot Sushi

Umi Hotpot Sushi, located in Deptford, NJ, offers a unique dining experience with a focus on sushi, hot pot, ramen, and Asian-inspired dishes. The buffet lineup features a wide selection of fresh sushi, sashimi, and a variety of hot pot options. The hibachi station stands out with dishes like salmon and pork belly, complemented by complimentary milk teas. While the desserts may lack distinction, the overall quality and variety of dishes justify the higher price point. The bustling atmosphere and efficient service make it a worthwhile dining destination for those looking to indulge in a diverse range of Asian cuisine.

Umi Hotpot Sushi: Reviews & Ratings

Laverne L.
Laverne L.

Food is Delicious! Large variety of choices, appropriate temperature, price for what you get is acceptable. Restaurant is clean. Staff is helpful courteous and kind

LaMia S.
LaMia S.

I'll start by saying buffets are not our favorite kind of restaurant but i thought this would be an interesting experience. I took my husband to this buffet for Fathers Day. We were very impressed with the selection of items offered. Yes, they had sushi and seafood which is a part of the expectation (name says it all) but they had a lot of other food to try as well like your traditional American fare as well as Chinese meal options. My son who was free because he is 1 years old really enjoyed the fruit, corn on the cob,french fries, shrimp and General Tso Chicken. My husband liked the sushi options. He thought the rolls were really fresh, which is impressive for a buffet. I thought several items were pretty good but I was so excited that they had bubble tea! The ambiance was very nice but it still had that 'in and out', quickly cleaned buffet look and feel. The staff worked to keep things neat and orderly during an extremely busy afternoon. They turned tables over tables really quickly. It is pricey compared to other buffets ($43 pp over 12 years old) but the food was good for price. I think they get away with it because certain days they have shrimp, crab, lobster and salmon dishes. Most of the people seemed to be there for the crab legs--there was a bit of a line that formed when it was low. Overall, I'd visit this buffet again, perhaps for lunch on Saturday.

Lila P.
Lila P.

Highlights were the sushi, sashimi, and ramen. Rows of sushi and individual trays of sushi laid out for you. And a ramen bar in the back for from hot soup for later. There was also some bubble tea for you to grab. The hot buffet dishes were your typical buffet selections like lo mein, general tso's chicken, and clams. There's crab for dinner as well. For the hot pot, you have to tell your waiter which broth you want. The pot comes to you with a lit flame that heats up your soup nicely. Not a fan of the dessert. The lychee jelly and flan were a weird texture. The cakes and desserts flet stale. I feel like it would be worth it if you come here on the lunch price.

Anthony M.
Anthony M.

I would be remiss if I didn't share the photo of this food Mecca the place is a bustling den of multiple food choices to satisfy the stomach desires of anyone from a relentless buffet to the vast array of hot pot selection this digs nailed it! Here you might as well loosen your belt call you doctor apologize and break every room you vowed not to break on your way to better health what the heck what's one meal from seafood to meats to sushi to desserts this place has it all you gotta stop drop and eat you won't be disappointed .

Miles A.
Miles A.

Really extensive buffet line up featuring decent sushi, hot pot, ramen, and other dishes. Lots of standard buffet trays and also some more uncommon things. Focus on Asian cuisine and there are also desserts and tea. The sushi is the main appeal here and the quality was decent. The rolls are presented nicely and so many variations to choose from. Sashimi was also nicely presented as well. The hot foods beyond that have lots of fried heavier foods, but some lighter dishes are available. Gets pretty busy on the weekend as the value is decent. Overall pretty good. Thanks

Carol E.
Carol E.

WOW! JUST WOW! A lot of food, makes sense since it's a buffet. Most of the food is fried tho. There is some sushi available but it's limited and not as fancy as the other Japanese restaurants. Hot pot is also an offering here which is good b/c this covers a lot of Asian foods. If you go during peak hours, you may be waiting for a certain amount of time. You can go in and reserve on a machine. We went in and did just that and waited bout like 20 mins til we were seated. We were seated in the back room where there were many other tables & people. Luckily, we were by a wall. It is a BYO place. Music is pretty loud here & it's also loud since there are lots of other people in there. NOTE: When there is a birthday in the house, they REALLY crank up the birthday greetings & come around with a big sign too. Cute for maybe smaller kids. Had to hear this about like 7x while we were eating. The buffet has many of the typical items you see @ a buffet with the soups, fish, dumplings, noodles, etc. The buffet is delicious. Everything I took was pretty much delicious. But since most of it's fried, I know I tend to get full easily. The hot pot was decent but I'm not a hot pot person so I will avoid this dish next time. Sushi was good, not great tho but I get it, they have lots of other offerings. They do have milk tea drinks, not bubble, b/c they have red beans in the drinks, so please don't think that it's boboa. I tried 3 different flavors & liked the strawberry 1 the best. Tasted like Nestle Quick. There is a time limit there that is posted, I think it's either 1 1/2 or 2 hour limit. We actually stayed a lil beyond that but we weren't asked to leave either. Service was quick and efficient. It's about $40 per person W/O tip but it's worth the splurge every so often.

Michael T.
Michael T.

Have visited twice so far. This buffet is amazing. Sushi, ramen, AND hot pot are all foods you would normally need to go to speciality restaurants to enjoy. Having them all in one roof is pretty cool. The sushi is pretty good! It is a cut above the typical buffet sushi and has a pretty good selection. The ramen station currently has four choices of ramen. I've had the tonkotsu and kanji mystery ramens, both are very authentic and can be meals on their own. There are also your typical Chinese buffet staples to fall back on if for some reason you want to. I did try some of them and they are good. But I wouldn't recommend wasting precious stomach space on that stuff (even though they are good!). I do however recommend the hibachi station near the ramen area. The hibachi salmon and the braised pork belly are two very amazing dishes I've gotten from there. There are also milk teas that are complimentary! There seems to be three different flavors everyday, it was different both times I visited. It's not as sweet as it normally is and there's no boba in the drinks. I go back and forth on these points. While I would love boba or other jelly toppings, it's probably for the best that patrons don't fill up on that anyway. Plus I think some people would appreciate a less sweet drink. So I'm neutral about those points. For a place that knocked it out of the park, one area that could use improvement is the desserts. Nothing really stands out and most of it seems like generic store bought pastries. Maybe a chocolate fondue fountain or a soft serve ice cream machine could be a good addition? A minor thing I noticed when I visited is that many of the items were mislabeled. It's not a big deal but noticeable. One more thing I need to bring up is price. This place is not cheap. It's about $30 per person for dinner service. Add another $10 if you come on the weekend. I think it mostly worth it, but you cannot be a light eater. If you're on the fence about coming, I would recommend coming during lunchtime. It was only about $20 to do so during that time and I think any sane person would agree it's 100% worth that rate. Definitely come on an empty stomach. There are so many things you will want to try but you will be held back by your stomach capacity. It's why I have yet to try the hotpot, but I will definitely return and report back! I highly recommend trying this place.

Christina V.
Christina V.

My 2nd time here and it was so hectic I forgot to take pics! This time we came as a party of 19 people! For food, this is an above average buffet with a very large selection of items that all taste pretty good. Crawfish cooked 3 different ways, snow crab legs, ginger scallion lobster plus a grill with jumbo shrimps, Korean beef ribs, lamb chops and prime rib! They also have a great ramen bar (get #1) plus a boba bar and sushi bar with nigiri and sashimi options! On weekends, it WILL be super crowded and expect a wait. It's very unfortunate that they will not take reservations for groups over a certain size. I tried several times letting them know I have 19 people. We ended up having to sit at 3 different tables spread out / not an ideal situation for friends/family that haven't gotten to hang out in a long time. Please consider accepting reservations for groups over 10 or 12. I would recommend charging a booking fee that goes toward the bill and giving them a set time regardless of when all their party shows up. This way you can accommodate your crowds but also be able to cater to large groups like this. Also sushi and sashimi options should be labeled. It would be great to know what we're picking up. Sadly I couldn't give the 5th star because service was absolutely horrible for our group. I was a server before too and can understand being overwhelmed when it's busy but she was just downright rude. She yelled across the table, slammed our drinks down. And just seemed really annoyed overall. We ended up with another server who was the saving grace of our meal. The meal at $38 on weekends is worth it but honestly customer service needs to be MUCH better.

Alexander P.
Alexander P.

Pricey! (but worth it) -- i'd say it's the best buffet I've ever been to, and that's not an overstatement. Furthermore, it might be one of the best fresh sushi offerings I've had in the greater Philly area. The selection here is really astronomical. It's no secret that people typically seek out the crab legs at a buffet like this, but truly they were succulent and fantastic. It's cute that they have options for kids with more picky pallets -- like chicken fingers, french fries, and pizza. My one gripe is that I wish they would label which foods have gluten, and which didn't. It wasn't clear if they had any gluten-free soy sauce options (they may have had it, and I didn't see it but I also never asked for it).

Location

Umi Hotpot Sushi is a buffet and sushi bar located in Deptford, NJ. This restaurant offers a wide range of dishes, including sushi, seafood, hot pot, and traditional American and Chinese options. The ambiance is welcoming, with a casual dress code and ample parking available.

Customers have raved about the delicious food and large variety of choices at Umi Hotpot Sushi. The sushi is fresh and presented nicely, with plenty of options to choose from. The hot pot selection allows diners to customize their broth and enjoy a hot and flavorful soup.

One standout feature of Umi Hotpot Sushi is the inclusion of bubble tea, a delightful addition to the meal experience. Customers have also praised the efficiency of the staff in keeping the buffet organized and clean.

While the dessert options may not be as impressive as the main dishes, the overall dining experience at Umi Hotpot Sushi is highly recommended. Prices are on the higher side compared to other buffets, but the quality of the food justifies the cost. Whether you're a fan of sushi, hot pot, or just looking for a variety of options to please everyone in your group, Umi Hotpot Sushi is definitely worth a visit.