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Umai Fish
$$ · Sushi

185 Greenwich St LL 2465, New York, NY 10006
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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Umai Fish 7.6
Financial District-Battery Park City
Vibes: Food Hall Frenzy Quick Bites Champions Healthy Haven Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Umai Fish is a sushi and poke counter inside the Gansevoort Liberty Market at the Oculus, serving customizable bowls, rolls, and udon to commuters and office workers passing through the World Trade Center complex. It’s used as a convenient, quick-service option when you want salmon poke, chirashi, or a hot noodle bowl without committing to a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes: Tropical Salmon Poke Bowl, Chicken Udon Noodles, Chirashi Bowl
Scores:
Value: 7.2 Service: 8 Consistency: 7.4 Food Quality: 7.6 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Sushi, poke, and udon served from a fast-moving counter in the Oculus food hall.
Who should go: Commuters and office workers needing a quick sushi or poke fix.
When to visit: Weekday lunch or early evening when WTC crowds are manageable.
What to order: Tropical Salmon Poke Bowl, Chicken Udon Noodles, Chirashi Bowl.
Insider tip: Do a full lap of the food hall first, then circle back here to grab a bowl and claim one of the communal tables along the edge with more breathing room.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Paid parking garages in the World Trade Center / Oculus complex; street parking is scarce and time-limited.
Dress code: Casual—office wear, commuter clothes, and athleisure are all normal.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during peak commuter times due to the open food hall setting.
Weekend wait: Usually little to no wait, though ordering lines may form during tourist rushes.
Weekday lunch: 5–15 minutes depending on commuter traffic and nearby offices letting out.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Good selection—poke bowls and rolls can be customized with tofu or veggie fillings.
Vegan options: Limited but workable—ask for plant-based toppings and sauces.
Gluten-free options: Some rice bowls and sushi options can be gluten-free, but this is a shared prep environment.
Best For
Better for: Quick, customizable sushi and poke in a highly convenient WTC location without committing to table service.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a quiet, atmospheric sushi dinner or chef-driven omakase—this is more about speed and convenience.