Yumi Izakaya In Lecce

Super experience from start to finish, very friendly staff, relaxing and convivial atmosphere at the same time. I liked everything but I give an honorable mention to the best Yakisoba dish I have ever eaten in my life. Congratulations indeed, I just hope they add some more vegan options but everything was really good

Exceptional Japanese cuisine experience in a real izakaya tavern. At Yumi you can breathe authenticity: the flavors of Japan are genuine and with attention to the smallest details. The seaweed is surprising, the katsusando is delicious, and the handmade ramen is unmissable, served in a rich and enveloping broth. The atmosphere is unique, with seats at the counter overlooking the open kitchen, where every gesture of the chef becomes part of the experience. The attention to detail is also beautiful, such as the warm and scented towel offered at the beginning of the meal. Attentive and impeccable service. Absolutely worth trying

A slightly magical experience! As soon as you cross the threshold of the restaurant you feel like you are in Japan: the place is intimate and welcoming, the view of the kitchen (very clean and brilliant) is very pleasant as it allows you to see the chef at work. The friendly and highly trained staff is ready to suggest and advise but not intrusive. We spent €70 (quite right) between us getting two ramen, a sashimi, an okonomiyaki, a dessert and two bottles of water. There are no words to describe how incredibly good, measured and balanced each dish was: after an experience like this you can no longer go back to the usual all you can eat dishes. I'll be back very soon, thanks for this little corner of Japan in Lecce🖤

I was really impressed by this typical Japanese restaurant. The atmosphere inside is pleasant and engaging, embellished with an open kitchen which adds a touch of authenticity to the experience. The welcome was impeccable: as soon as we arrived, the staff seated us with great courtesy and immediately offered us a wet towel for our hands. Even before the appetizer, we were served a small welcome entrée, very tasty and refined. The main dishes exceeded expectations: the okonomiyaki was really good, well-balanced in flavours, and the ramen equally excellent, with fresh noodles and a heart-warming flavoursome broth. An experience I would recommend to anyone who loves authentic Japanese cuisine. We will definitely be back!

Characteristic Japanese place. (Coming from someone who has been to Japan) well furnished, small flaw is the smells from the kitchen. Nice welcome, friendly and helpful staff. The owner Frenky is a super knowledgeable guy, attentive to the customer and who helps you choose the best without exaggerating. Truly original Japanese dishes, well-cooked authentic flavors and quality products. A menu with a wide choice and an excellent wine list. Small piece of advice: I would lower the prices of some dishes, or I would group together some dishes so that I could taste more things without spending a lot. For the rest, fair prices and generous dishes. I recommend to everyone. I will happily return.

Posto stupendo, molto particolare. Cibo buonissimo. Personale molto disponibile. Consoglio i gyoza. Consigliatissimo

Unique place and above all top-notch staff! Francesco was able to give us the best advice! I'll be back very soon

Beautiful experience. I tasted real Japanese cuisine in an experience of engaging tastes and emotions. I recommend it

I am 46 years old and I think I can say that I have visited Japanese restaurants: it was truly exceptional. Not just sushi like we see in France, but elaborate dishes, made before our eyes, with fresh fish, and with a value for money that is out of the ordinary, just like the setting. To tell the truth, we went there 2 evenings in a row.

Tipica trattoria giapponese, con cucina a vista e sedute tutto intorno; offre alcune portate di sushi più piatti tipici della tradizione nipponica, come yakitori e okonomyiaki. PRO: - Esperienza generale molto carina - Prezzi ragionevoli - Qualità del sushi molto alta - Porzioni generose - tutti i cibi vengono preparati e cotti al momento. CONTRO: - L'ambiente è piccolo e, nonostante il tiraggio, dovete mettere in conto di assorbire gli odori - Il personale è gentile, ma un po' "freddo" e talvolta impreparato (quando ho chiesto cos'era il kombu, mi hanno detto che era un'alga giapponese... non lo è). - Il sistema di comande è un po' acerbo e sia a noi che a un'altra coppia è saltato un piatto. In generale, è da provare almeno una volta. Sul tornarci... si vedrà!