Sushi restaurant

Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet

Mariners HarborStaten Island

4.5· 1,983 reviewsOpen until 10PM
Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet — sushi restaurant — in Mariners Harbor — Staten Island — NYC
Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet interior — Mariners Harbor

Mariners Harbor

Staten Island

The brief

About Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet

Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet offers an exceptional all-you-can-eat experience in Mariners Harbor, combining fresh sushi with an interactive hotpot dining concept. The restaurant caters to health-conscious diners seeking quality seafood options, providing an abundance of fresh fish, vegetables, and customizable broth selections that accommodate various dietary preferences. With its casual, lively atmosphere perfect for groups and families, Umi delivers both traditional sushi craftsmanship and the engaging social experience of tabletop cooking, making it a popular destination for seafood enthusiasts throughout Staten Island.

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1,983 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Umi Hotpot Sushi & Seafood Buffet

15 verified Google reviews · 15 with owner responses

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Ezra Carpinelli
3 weeks ago

This place is amazing. It is my favorite buffet in Staten Island. It is a must go to for buffet lovers like myself. It has alot for a great price. At dinner time they have my all my favorites under 1 roof, Great coconut chicken, the best General Tsao chicken (made with red chilli pepper sauce, all you can eat fresh sushi, Tai wings and at their dessert area i eat all the good cheese cake they have! They even have little grills they bring to your table if you want to cook your raw fish or meat yourself. We usually go to Umi's for special occasions, but if I could I would. I give them 5 delicious Stars +

Response from the owner

Thanks for the amazing shoutout, Ezra! So happy you’re always down to celebrate with us ❤️. Can’t wait to see you in the buffet soon!

Z.C.
3 weeks ago

The crab was dead and smelled bad, and the orange juice tasted heavily diluted with water. Before we even finished eating — less than an hour after sitting down — the server brought us the bill without us asking. Very disappointing experience.

Response from the owner

Hi Z.C., I'm truly sorry to hear about your experience. We never want our food to leave our doors if it isn't fresh, so this really concerns me. I'll follow up with our team to ensure it doesn't happen again. As for the bill, I'm not sure why we would rush you, so I'll check in with our server too. Thanks for your feedback, and again, I'm really sorry this happened.

Willy Robles
2 months ago

Very nice place for an afternoon lunch with family. We enjoyed the food, scenery, and entertainment that was provided. The service is as good as the food, we waited less than 5 minutes for a table. I highly recommend.

Response from the owner

Thanks for the awesome shoutout, Willy! We loved hosting you and the fam 😊. Glad you enjoyed our lunchtime vibes! Come back soon!

Zugeily GonzalezLocal guide
3 months ago

So far, it's the best buffet I've ever been to. It's too bright inside, but they have a huge food selection.

Response from the owner

Thanks for the shoutout, Zugeily! So glad we could take the buffet crown 👑! Bright vibes only in here 😎! Hope to see you again soon!

John LLocal guide
3 months ago

Very vibrant place. Great parking. Lunch was nice since no waiting. Seafood is good. Soup is good. Lots of stuff for All u can eat.

Response from the owner

Thanks for the shoutout, John! So glad you hit us up for lunch—no better time to come. Hope to see you again soon!

Leszek Barwinski-BrownLocal guide
4 months ago

Umi Buffet in Staten Island is a fantastic place to go if you want a wide variety of fresh, tasty food in a relaxed setting. The selection is impressive — from sushi and Asian classics to grilled items and desserts — you always find something you love. Plates are well-stocked and the quality stays high even during busy times.<br><br>The staff are friendly and keep everything clean and inviting. I especially appreciate how quickly tables are cleared and how the buffet stays refreshed. Prices are fair for the amount and range of food you get.<br><br>Overall, it’s one of my go-to spots for a casual meal with friends or family. If you like choices and generous portions, Umi Buffet delivers every time.

Response from the owner

Leszek, your amazing feedback just made our day! 😊 So glad you always find something to love at Umi, and really appreciate you shouting out our staff and their hard work. They’re the BEST! Thanks for being a regular, hope to see you again soon!

Peter KallineyLocal guide
4 months ago

Hands down one of her classiest and best all. You can eat seafood spots in the New Jersey area. Do you have have fish, fish, sushi, Hot pot and regular classic Asian food. We want on Valentine's Day and we had a great time. The food was fresh, delicious and plenty. Service was also very nice and attentive.

Response from the owner

Thanks for dining with us on Valentine’s Day, Peter! ❤️ So glad you loved everything and hope to see you again soon!

Adnan SyedLocal guide
5 months ago

Absolute joy, delicious food keeping high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, wide variety of foods products. Very active staff. We went with a large group of 7 and everyone loved it. Recommend

Response from the owner

Hi Adnan! Thanks for bringing your group of 7—we love large parties! So glad everyone enjoyed everything, hope to see you all again soon!

Gregory MyersLocal guide
7 months ago

Soooo I reaaaallllly wanted this to be good but OMG was it bad!!! Let me start buy the plates were dirty food bland dry and just sitting no rotation!!! The ramen looked soooo good but the chance su was like rubber.. The quality and care is horrible.. The shrimp I askd them to cook was bkack from whatever was on grill before me..sushi rice wet and dry... salmon I spit out it taste like saki.. The only edible thing was the pork belly and you had to look for the good pieces!!! Now Tge 30 dollars felt like I was getting robbed sooo hopefully somone reads this and makes any other decision esp for the price DONT GO..The staff though was soooo Great and quick as well as they cleaned the plates when Was brought to attention which I appreciated

Response from the owner

Hi Gregory, I'm so sorry to hear this. We want every meal to be not just good, but great, so this is really disturbing to hear. Thanks for the feedback, and especially for flagging these issues in-person. We'll be sure to look into everything you mentioned and hope you'll give us another try soon.

Carter WalshLocal guide
8 months ago

The food here was all pretty average. Most of it wasnt seasoned well or was overcooked. The sushi was all a bit old tasting. The ramen broth was fine but the pork wasnt seasoned and the rest was just fine. The desserts were all average as well. The strawberry ice cream bars they had were melted and refrozen

Response from the owner

Hi Carter, I'm really sorry to hear that your meal didn't meet our usual standards. Everything should be fresh, well-seasoned and cooked to perfection. We will definitely look into what went wrong. Thanks for bringing this to our attention and hope you'll give us another chance.

YulaFindsLocal guide
10 months ago

very fresh sushi and delicious food. I am happy with the quality and selection of different sushi and sashimi.<br>But it turned out to be very expensive. I understand that it was Saturday evening, but for a buffet the price seems a bit high. The bill came to $45.<br>for those who drink alcohol, a convenient place to spend a few hours in this buffet, as you can bring your own bottle.<br><br>I didn't like that the music was very, very loud, it was difficult to relax

Response from the owner

Thanks Julia! So happy you loved our sushi and sashimi! We’re all about fresh quality. Good to know our price point isn’t for everyone, but we do try to offer a lot of value for our regulars. Hope you’ll come back again soon! And we’ll keep the music in check next time. Thanks for the heads up!

Constance LLocal guide
a year ago

No wait for dinner on a Friday night—we arrived around 6 PM, but it started getting crowded after 7. The buffet offers a wide variety of dishes, including made-to-order ramen and hot pot. Overall, the food quality is good. However, they no longer serve lobster, which used to be part of the menu.

Response from the owner

Thanks for the shoutout, Constance! We’re all about quick service, especially on busy nights. Glad you got to try our hot pot and ramen, both made fresh to order. As for the lobster, we’re always switching things up so we’ll keep your feedback in mind. Hope to see you again soon!

Duleepa PereraLocal guide
a year ago

The Location was quite welcoming and definitely a customer pleaser venue. The food, staff, the environment was quite stunning. Not like in other in the same industry, this place was well lit and food presentation was outstanding. We were all 6 of us and except the two my Aunt and Uncle who resides in the Island, four of us were all the way from Canada, two from Toronto and Mandy my wife is from Alberta. Definitely the choice made by our Leads Mr & Mrs Kumarage, was perfect. It was definitely a quiet a memorable meal for all of us. Personaly for past 20+ years, being big-time foodies, I have never had such an experience in Buffets..... Definitely This Location had kept a highranked Standard in the buffet industry...... Out of so many variations the Baked scallops, coconut Shrimps, Glazed Pork Chops and the crow fish will be will be in my memories for ever, no doubt. Thank You UMI HOTPOT & 🦞 Seafood buffet for the exceptional food, service keeping a positive memorable memories and for everything. Definitely we all will share the memories we had at this venue and spread the word recommend this location among our friends and families....

Response from the owner

Wow Duleepa, this review has us smiling from ear to ear! 😁 Thank you so much for taking the time to share all these details. So glad you and your family had a memorable meal with us, especially since you're all foodies! We must be doing something right if we impressed you all! Hope you'll come back again next time you're in town. Thanks again for the amazing shout out!

Ana ZhengLocal guide
a year ago

I recently visited this buffet and was really impressed! The variety of food options was amazing, offering everything from crispy spring rolls and fried seafood to flavorful stir-fries and fresh sushi. Every dish I tried was well-prepared and delicious.<br><br>The service was also excellent—staff were friendly and attentive, making sure everything was well-stocked and the dining area stayed clean. Plus, the price was very reasonable for the amount of food available.<br><br>If you’re looking for a buffet with a great selection, good quality, and fair pricing, I highly recommend this place! I’ll definitely be coming back.

Response from the owner

Thanks so much for your amazing review, Ana! Glad to hear you loved everything from our spring rolls to our sushi. We aim to please! And we’re all about friendly, attentive service so it’s great to hear you experienced that too. Can’t wait to see you again soon!

Anna
a year ago

Look no further if you want delicious buffet food with tons of varieties in a clean modern place to dine. Something good for everyone! 👍Very attentive service, refilling hot tea and waitresses clearing the dishes promptly. 🌟<br><br>It’s our first time there!💯% return again! Sharing some photos of the selection of yummy food. Too many to share. Unlimited tapioca cold drink with various flavors.

Response from the owner

Anna, your review made our day! Thanks so much for taking the time to share these kind words. Your pics are amazing too, we love to see it! Hope to see you soon for your second visit!

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