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Serving inventive Japanese cuisine using the freshest seafood from Tokyo’s famed Tsukiji market and local New England fishermen, and borrowing influence from the streets of Tokyo, Shanghai, Singapore, Bangkok and Bangladesh, Uni is the evolution of Ken Oringer’s intimate sashimi bar of the same name, which expanded into the former Clio space in 2016. UNI is currently helmed by Executive Chef David Bazirgan.
Chic bilevel hotel eatery with dark wood accents serving sashimi, sushi & unique Asian street food.
Hours
| Sunday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Monday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 370A Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215
Phone: (617) 356-0167
Website: https://uni-boston.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: tripleseat.com
Order: Order online
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Reviews
Sabrina Nelson
We had a fabulous experience with Ronald at Uni! The food was divine and service incredible. From the sake salmon sashimi and spicy tuna makimino (first picture) to the duck confit gyozo (second picture), the food was delectable and satisfied all aspects of our tastebuds! And I can’t help but rave about the lychee sorbet with the walnut crumble and poached pear – my goodness it was delicious. The restaurant was offering a limited menu because they’re remodeling but are re-opening next weekend and we can’t wait to come back!! If you want to enjoy a cozy, relaxed evening, do yourself a favor and make a reservation with Uni!! You won’t be disappointed ☺️
… moreSunny Radcliffe
Best dinner of our trip! Doug and V were such good hosts, some of our favorite dishes, that we would not have ordered otherwise, were recommendations from them. Uni spoons were a delicious and a fun way to start our meal, the sake flight was a nice variety, absolutely every dish was delicious and artistically made. Definitely recommend! Sitting at the counter made the whole experience even more enjoyable- I feel like we got a whole lesson in cuisine! Thanks Doug, V and Uni for a wonderful meal with wonderful company.
… moreJoseph Flanagan
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.
… moreThe 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.
Cami Tussie
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
… moreAshley
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
… moreHeather M
Had an absolutely spectacular meal at Uni. It’s not cheap, but you get what you pay for – rich, complex Japanese flavors with fresh cocktails, friendly service, and high standards. Michelin take note! Also the brown butter bread pudding was one of the best desserts I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to come back to try the full tasting menu.
… moreTodd Shissler
We recently visited Boston for our daughter’s swim clinic, and before leaving, a friend of ours (who used to work at Uni) insisted we eat here. I’m so glad we listened to him—Uni is truly exceptional.
The Japanese-inspired tasting menu was out of this world. Every dish was creative, beautifully presented, and full of bold, unexpected flavors that worked perfectly together. The cocktails were equally impressive—balanced, inventive, and delicious.
Our server, Vee, was phenomenal. He was attentive without being intrusive, anticipated our needs, and made the entire evening feel special. We also had a blast experiencing the tasting menu with our daughter—it made for such a memorable family dinner.
We didn’t know exactly what to expect, but Uni completely exceeded our expectations. It’s worth every penny for the quality, creativity, and service. If you’re in Boston, do yourself a favor and make a reservation here. You won’t regret it!
… moreThe Japanese-inspired tasting menu was out of this world. Every dish was creative, beautifully presented, and full of bold, unexpected flavors that worked perfectly together. The cocktails were equally impressive—balanced, inventive, and delicious.
Our server, Vee, was phenomenal. He was attentive without being intrusive, anticipated our needs, and made the entire evening feel special. We also had a blast experiencing the tasting menu with our daughter—it made for such a memorable family dinner.
We didn’t know exactly what to expect, but Uni completely exceeded our expectations. It’s worth every penny for the quality, creativity, and service. If you’re in Boston, do yourself a favor and make a reservation here. You won’t regret it!
Pearl Lee
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
… moreI 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
Steven Damalas
This is an incredible Japanese dining experience. The cocktails are creative and delicious. Most of the fish is flown in from Tokyo. There are both simple presentations and complex ones. But everything is perfect. The service is both unobtrusive and superbly attentive. I apologize that I have no photos, but I got so excited when the food arrived, I just got right into it. This is a great special occasion restaurant. By “special”, I mean anytime you feel flush with funds and crave gourmet sushi!
… moreMagda A. Jabbar
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.
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