Yokozuna (Grand Champion): Ume Japanese Bistro
Tucked away in Windsor, Ume is the place that sushi connoisseurs talk about between themselves. The sushi is simple, minimal (not blobbed with wasabi or overly seasoned rice) letting the flavor of the fish express itself and sliced generously without being overdone. Plus-
- Perfectly brewed tea poured as soon as you sit down
- Hands down, the best Monkfish pate
- Fresh, fresh, fresh-and did I mention fresh (**caveat below)
- Artistic presentation
- Great sake list
- Lots of specials and off-menu delicacies that satisfy a serious sushi-lover
- A careful balance between serious Nigiri/sashimi and wacky everything-but-the-kitchen-sink rolls. (Which can be fun in certain situations, but in no way considered true sushi). 8710 Old Redwood Highway, Windsor, 838.6700
I missed the caveat, too. Haven’t been there in a while, but there was a freshness “issue” when I was there last but that was about 8 months ago or so- so things may have improved. Prior to that, used to go to Ume ALL the time! Now, I’m more of a Hana person.
Er, so what’s the caveat that I don’t see below?