I have been using Yelp for some time but opened an account strictly to get the word out for Umami. I thought Natt Spiel was the hot Asian place in Madison, but Umami blows them out of the water. The atmosphere was unique and inviting. The owner was helpful and friendly, but the food...the food is amazing. I eat out a lot and it's been awhile since everything has been phenomenal from beginning to end. We loved the Tuna Poke with the pork rinds, the pork buns are delicious, and the dumplings are cooked to perfection with a spicy sauce that has flavor rather than just heat. I waited too long to give this place a shot...Let's keep this unique restaurant afloat in the tough competition in Madison. It's different and delicious. All these reviews about being too salty and overpriced are WRONG WRONG WRONG. I never salt my food at home and hate it when restaurants overdo it. Umami does not overdo the salt and for two people: 3 cocktails, 4 dishes: $65, not bad at all. I would have paid $160 and walked out very happy, it was refreshing and worth it.