Umami
Umami is a restaurant in the Petite France area of Strasbourg. Its name borrows the Japanese word for the fifth taste, alongside sweet, salty, sour and bitter.
A name from the language of taste
The word 'umami' describes a deep, savoury taste, identified in Japan in the early 20th century. The restaurant took it as its name. To find out about the cooking and the current menu, the restaurant's website is the most reliable source.
In the lanes of Petite France
The restaurant is in the Petite France area, the district of half-timbered houses and canals at the western end of the Grande Île. Dinner here pairs naturally with a walk along the Ill to the Ponts Couverts.
Practical information
Frequently asked questions
Where is Umami?
In the Petite France area, at the western end of Strasbourg's Grande Île.
Do you need to book?
It is advisable. Check opening days and times on the restaurant's website or by phone.
