fbpx

In the House

The Wynwood district is buzzing over the recent arrival of Uchi Miami, executive chef/owner Tyson Cole’s ode to Japanese cuisine that’s credited with raising the culinary bar in major cities across Texas, including the original outpost in Austin (which debuted in 2003).

The 175-seat restaurant, with a 14-seat sushi counter and wraparound patio for al fresco dining, puts on an aesthetic show worthy of Wynwood, starting with a towering cinder block art installation handwoven with rope. Among the other artistic touches inside are woven wall hangings by artist and textile designer Elan Byrd.

On the food front, the first Florida-based Uchi (translated from the Japanese word “house”) promises plenty of sushi and sashimi treats. The latter section includes the Biendo (tempura shrimp spring roll, nouc mam and red grape); and Tako Maki (octopus, jalapeno and spicy ponzu). Among the hot dishes, expect Wagyu Ringo (rib-eye, smoked apple butter, candied garlic, and apple kimchi); and Walu Walu (oak-grilled escolar, uzupon, candied citrus and myoga). 

Daily happy hours (from 5 to 6:30 p.m.) include foodie offerings: small tasting plates (Crispy Rice with broccoli and chili sauce), sushi rolls (Hamachi, a yellowtail roll with Thai chili), nigiri and dessert. Uchi also boasts its share of craft cocktails (like Shiro Ryu, with green tea-infused vodka, coconut and Thai basil). Click here for the full menu and restaurant hours.

You May Also Like

Discover the Best Happy Hours in South Florida

Indulge in after-work drinks and bites.

Best Happy Hours in South Florida
Blue Collar on Biscayne Boulevard Prepares for Relocation Amid Expansion Plans

Chef/restaurateur Danny Serfer created the culinary gem for comfort food enthusiasts.

Local South Florida Cocktail Recipes to Craft During National Cocktail Day 

The celebration will commence on Sunday, March 24.

Celebrity Chef From Food Network to Deliver Speech at Boca West Children’s Foundation Luncheon

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli will headline the fundraiser.

Other Posts

American Heritage Schools’ Palm Beach Campus Wins Top Prize at Palm Beach Regional Science Exhibition

It marks the second consecutive year American Heritage Schools has received the Best in Show award.

Salty Flame Opens as Brickell’s Newest Asian-inspired Steak Bar

The unique concept combines the appeal of a contemporary steakhouse with the dynamic and varied tastes of diverse Asian cuisine.

Toni’s Sushi Bar Unveils Redesign

To mark Toni’s Sushi Bar’s highly anticipated 40th anniversary as Miami Beach’s longest-running sushi bar, the iconic eatery is thrilled to announce the unveiling of its extraordinary redesign. The project was a collaborative endeavor between world-renowned New York City firm KONO Designs and four traditional artisans flown in from Japan to lend their inimitable knowledge