At Umami, we believe that great food is not just a meal; it’s an experience. Our menu is thoughtfully crafted to bring you a symphony of flavors, with a focus on soul-soothing soups, tantalizing sandwiches, and comforting rice plates. Each dish is a culinary masterpiece, a blend of carefully selected ingredients that dance on your taste buds. We also have great vegetarian/vegan options!!
Address and Contact Information
Address: 11702 Spotswood Trail Suite 2, Elkton, VA 22827
Phone: (540) 417-8003
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May have limited spaces to sit.
Couldn’t be more glad we stopped! The space is teensy, but as the only patrons we managed comfortably around the one back table within the restaurant.
Our server was also the cook, a truly remarkable one-woman show who had our food to us relatively quickly considering she was the only employee, but not so fast as to suggest re-heated or pre-packaged meals (it felt like the majority of our food was being made to order). She was otherwise friendly but left us to our own devices when pertinent (a real pro!).
Every single thing we ordered was fabulous: tofu lettuce wraps, tofu rice entree, a tofu bahn mi and then (one of the specials) birria ramen. Reasonably priced, the food was outstanding- fresh and crunchy, rich and warming, a varied array of textures and flavors.
If we ever return to Massanutten I will make it my mission to return here. So good!
The ambiance is a little unusual. Inside, there are just two small tables that feel a bit cramped, while outside there are four more communal-style tables. Definitely more of a casual, quick-bite setup than a linger-and-dine atmosphere.
As for the food:
• Edamame – Tasty, though I would’ve liked a bit more salt or some kind of sauce to elevate it.
• Shrimp spring rolls – Solid and fresh, with a nice peanut dipping sauce.
• Chicken Banh Mi – Just okay for me. The bread was on the soft side (I prefer a crustier French roll), but the mayo and veggies were enjoyable. The chicken was tender but lacking in flavor and heat — I wished for a bit more punch.
• Fried Rice with Tofu – A solid dish, flavorful and satisfying.
All in all, Umami feels like a small-town spot with potential, but it’s more of a casual, simple meal than a standout destination. Service was warm and the food decent, though with some small tweaks it could shine brighter.
This is a small spot, with lots of other food options and definitely worth the drive.