Umi Seafood and Sushi Bar

Umi Seafood and Sushi Bar is a seafood-focused counter inside Reading Terminal Market at 51 N 12th St in Philadelphia. The venue combines prepared seafood, sushi and other ready-to-eat items in a format suited to the pace of a busy public market. Its offering includes grab-and-go sushi alongside prepared foods, with menu categories that extend to soups, salads and appetizers.

The setting is casual and market-based rather than a traditional full-service restaurant. Diners can choose food for a quick stop, a takeaway meal or an easy market lunch, while the counter format keeps the focus on the seafood itself. The arrangement also makes the venue a practical option for people browsing the market who want a prepared meal without committing to a longer restaurant visit.

Umi’s character comes from the combination of sushi preparation and a seafood-market approach. Fresh seafood is central to the concept, while the ready-to-eat selection gives the menu flexibility beyond sushi alone. That balance suits diners looking for seafood in a convenient form, whether the preference is a sushi selection, a prepared seafood item or a lighter soup or salad.

The venue works particularly well for casual daytime dining, takeaway meals and market visits. It can suit solo diners and small groups who value a flexible counter-service setting, although the market environment is more informal than a dedicated dining room. Families and visitors with varied appetites may also appreciate having prepared foods and sushi available in one place. Diners with specific dietary requirements should review ingredients and confirm options before ordering, as the menu is centered on seafood and sushi.

Located within the historic Reading Terminal Market, Umi Seafood and Sushi Bar is part of a larger food-hall setting with the energy and convenience that come with a central market location. The venue is open seven days a week on the listed daytime schedule, making it suitable for a morning stop, lunch or an early takeaway meal.