Shumi Japanese Cuisine

Terrific place! The food is excellent, and the service is outstanding. I usually avoid busy omakase spots because they take too long between plates, but this place serves quickly without making you feel rushed. I recommend it to anyone who wants to try fresh sushi and seafood.

We went there to taste Bluefin tuna. Staff were very nice. Everything we ordered was good. Definitely coming back.

Shumi is one of my favorite sushi places in NJ. I have been numerous times and have done both Omakase experiences + ordered other items off the menu. My brothers’ and their wives love it as well and frequently go! It’s a family favorite.
Every time I have gone it was always filled with people. It created such an energetic vibe with the people including the music. Not overwhelming though, it’s the perfect amount to almost still feel intimate with whom your dining with. I’ve had a pleasure at trying both the sushi bar and regular tables - I personally prefer the bar if I’m doing Omakase. But if I’m ordering regularly from the menu, the tables are just perfect.
The staff are always attentive and great. The quality of the fish is also incredible so I recommend trying Shumi if you haven’t been!

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I haven’t had such great sushi for a long time! The fish was very fresh and anything we tried was awesome. Hats off to the kitchen team. The staff were very friendly. This place is BYOB.

Absolutely unbelievable. After 2 years I have never found sushi comparable to this establishment in NYC or NJ. They are really phenomenal. To the one star review about her dogs…get over yourself not everyone wants dogs near their dining. We’re talking about quality sushi here not the diner across the street. Keep your dogs over there.

Favorite dishes: galbi; Chilean sea bass; shumi roll; spicy dragon roll; gyoza

Shumi is one of the best restaurants I have ever gone too. It's definitely worth the experience. I would definitely recommend getting one of their lunch/dinner boxes, you get so much delicious food for a great price. However, when we went this time, it was so busy that we ended up trying something new! Below I attached pictures of what my partner and I got for dinner. It really is our go to place. (From left to right: Tuna Tartar, Eel Unadon, Sushi and Sashimi Deluxe). The fish was fresh and everything was truly delicious. Make sure to reserve a table ahead of time, because Shumi gets extremely busy.

Some of the best sushi I've ever had. My girlfriend and I got the omakase special and werr very impressed with the quality of the fish and the garnishes that paired well with each. It was plenty of food too, so definitely worth the money. The decor and vibe were fun, and the wait staff were all friendly and attentive, which helped further elevate the experience. Would definitely recommend

I have been an avid Sushi fan and lover for well over 30 years. I enjoy Sashimi the most although I know many steer away from it. But, to me this is the BEST place period when it comes to Sushi. I mean OMG the freshness of the fish is insane to the point the fish melts on your tongue. I mean WOW and the plates are so big you can barely eat it all. Bring friends, bring food wine and simply enjoy the BEST sushi you will EVER experience in Bergen County New Jersey. Be prepared for the service you have never had Herr as well ad ALL the employees treat you so nicely and even explain what you are eating. I have been here 5 times in 5 days so believe me this is the place. Well be back on Friday!

An amazing and delicious experience! I have been here multiple times and each time I cannot pass up the omakase. David, the chef and owner, takes time to really make you appreciate every part of the omakase experience. He is obviously passionate about his restaurant and craft and it is evident with every bite.

Amazing first experience having omikasi! Service was impeccable and staff were very friendly. Make sure to make reservations at the bar so you can watch the chefs prepare the dishes. . My only gripe was that there were tablets blocking the view from some angles. The restaurant itself was consistently busy.

The waiters described every dish that was brought over down to every detail. The fish was super fresh and paired very nicely with a certain sauce. Unfortunately, there were so many dishes, I could not remember all the names. Looking back at the pictures has me wanting to go back for more. You'll definitely leave on a full stomach and well worth the price.

The restaurant itself is located in the very cute town of Ridgewood. So after you eat, you can walk around. Plenty of cute shops, cafes, and dessert places. We had no issues finding parking.

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Amazing omakase sling with fresh sushi and rolls. The quality of the distress are great. I would recommend that anyone that's in the area or even wanted a great meal to come here. The omakase is deep with distress so bring an appetite.

High-quality sushi joint in a small town with good vibes. The food is amazing. Rolls, appetizers, platters, etc. This place is a must go-to sushi restaurant. Their lunch menu is super nice too. Just remember that it’s BYOB.

Wonderful experience, moderately priced and the atmosphere is lovely. We ordered 4 appetizers and two rolls for two people. It is BYOB. Appetizers are perfect portions. Service was attentive. Will definitely be back.

Absolutely spectacular sushi. The quality of fish was incredible. The variety was what you would expect from a top tier restaurant. Perfect sushi rice. While everything was incredible, the cones stood out to me…. Warm rice, cold fish, crisp nori….perfection. Not cheap. Worth every penny. If you’re into real sushi, this is where it’s at…. If you’re into the goopy saucy crunchy Americanized rolls where the fish is hidden… this isn’t the place for you. I highly recommend. Amazing.

Great Japanese plan
Sit on the bar and what’s the chefs makes the sushi in front of you.
Better than the typical local sushi place.

Offer good lunch menu
Go for the Okasama (chef selection menu) if you looks for some adventure

I moved from Ridgewood about eight years ago. I had some time today to enjoy lunch and decided to head back to Ridgewood and see what was new. Walking down Ridgewood Ave, I came across what to me was a new Japanese restaurant. Decided to check it out and what a great decision that turned out to be! I chose the three course lunch special. Every course exceeded my expectations, especially for a very reasonable price of $21 per person.

A truly amazing and memorable dining experience, and a welcome addition to our little town!

I still cannot quite believe that the town of Leonia can now boast a world-class, first-rate sushi and omakase restaurant right on Broad Avenue! Executive Chef David Seo has followed up on the success of his Ridgewood restaurant of the same name with a Leonia location : a spacious, modern venue, a highly attentive wait staff, expert culinary crew, and fresh selections that never disappoint.

Treat yourself or someone you love to an omakase (chef’s choice) sushi meal that you will not soon forget. The ingredients are extremely fresh, and the variety of fish is most impressive. I especially love the various tuna nigiri I have been served here. The combinations of fresh fish expertly sliced, soft rice, and unique sauces and toppings are all so tender that they literally melt in your mouth!

But I would be remiss if I did not also sing the praises of the regular menu. I have tried nearly the entire menu and have never been disappointed. Some personal favorites are any of the poké appetizers, particularly the fatty tuna poké. I love all of the special rolls, particularly the Shumi and Leonia rolls. Although I have yet to experience it myself, they have lunch specials as well.

This restaurant is truly a gem. FIVE STARS! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Had the large omakase…. Every piece of fish very fresh and well seasoned. Rice was perfect. Monkfish liver very tender and flavorful. It is obvious that this chef and his team know precisely what they are doing. Would recommend to anyone and will most certainly return! Bravo Shumi!

Best Omakase experience in NY and NJ combined! Must go place if you want to treat you and someone special. Highly recommend!

The food was amazing. Alcohol is BYOB. This is not for those people who enjoy all-you-can-eat sushi night at your sushi restaurant down the street. This is the real deal. They have amazing ingredients that are rare that you typically will not find on any menus. I highly recommend the monkfish liver. The chefs are skillful with a lot of attention to detail, and their training is evident in their craft. Also the quality of food and expertise that you get for the prices they offer are incredible. Food of this caliber in NYC is triple the price. I will be going back.