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Uni is chef Ken Oringer's contemporary izakaya inside The Eliot Hotel on Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay, built around sashimi, nigiri and maki alongside hot plates that borrow from street food around the world. It began in 2002 as a small sashimi bar in the lounge of Clio, Oringer's restaurant in the hotel, and in early 2016, after Clio's final service, it reopened as an expanded restaurant filling the space.

It suits sushi lovers who want inventive fish rather than a classic omakase counter, couples marking an occasion with the daily tasting menu, and anyone staying at The Eliot who wants a serious dinner without leaving the building. Service is dinner only, every night, and there is no dress code, although the restaurant notes that most guests dress up a little.

The menu

Executive chef David Bazirgan, who took over the kitchen in 2021 after years at No. 9 Park and in San Francisco, pairs the Mediterranean flavors he grew up with and traditional Japanese technique. The restaurant describes its seafood as coming from Tokyo's Tsukiji market and local New England catches. A recent dinner menu included a Hokkaido uni spoon with osetra caviar and quail egg yolk, Island Creek oysters, a long list of nigiri and sashimi such as chutoro, madai and shima aji, duck confit gyoza, miso black cod and A5 wagyu priced by the ounce.

Tasting menu or a la carte

Uni serves both every night. The daily tasting menu is the fullest version of the kitchen, with an optional beverage pairing, and the team will also build a chef's choice family-style meal around a budget. A weeknight prix fixe is served in the Uni Lounge.

Private dining

Groups have several options: a chef's table high-top overlooking the bar for up to 12, Lower Uni (the original sashimi bar space) for up to 27, a private dining room for 50 seated or 65 standing, and full restaurant rental. Events can also be held elsewhere in The Eliot Hotel.

Sources: Uni, Ken Oringer, David Bazirgan, FAQ, private events, dinner menu, OpenTable. Checked September 27, 2026.

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370A Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, 02215

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Quick answer: Uni is a restaurant at 370A Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. Ken Oringer's sashimi bar turned restaurant inside The Eliot Hotel in Back Bay: nigiri, sashimi, hot plates and a daily tasting menu.

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Uni is chef Ken Oringer's contemporary izakaya inside The Eliot Hotel on Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay, built around sashimi, nigiri and maki alongside hot plates that borrow from street food around the world. It began in 2002 as a small sashimi bar in the lounge of Clio, Oringer's restaurant in the hotel, and in early 2016, after Clio's final service, it reopened as an expanded restaurant filling the space.

It suits sushi lovers who want inventive fish rather than a classic omakase counter, couples marking an occasion with the daily tasting menu, and anyone staying at The Eliot who wants a serious dinner without leaving the building. Service is dinner only, every night, and there is no dress code, although the restaurant notes that most guests dress up a little.

The menu

Executive chef David Bazirgan, who took over the kitchen in 2021 after years at No. 9 Park and in San Francisco, pairs the Mediterranean flavors he grew up with and traditional Japanese technique. The restaurant describes its seafood as coming from Tokyo's Tsukiji market and local New England catches. A recent dinner menu included a Hokkaido uni spoon with osetra caviar and quail egg yolk, Island Creek oysters, a long list of nigiri and sashimi such as chutoro, madai and shima aji, duck confit gyoza, miso black cod and A5 wagyu priced by the ounce.

Tasting menu or a la carte

Uni serves both every night. The daily tasting menu is the fullest version of the kitchen, with an optional beverage pairing, and the team will also build a chef's choice family-style meal around a budget. A weeknight prix fixe is served in the Uni Lounge.

Private dining

Groups have several options: a chef's table high-top overlooking the bar for up to 12, Lower Uni (the original sashimi bar space) for up to 27, a private dining room for 50 seated or 65 standing, and full restaurant rental. Events can also be held elsewhere in The Eliot Hotel.

Sources: Uni, Ken Oringer, David Bazirgan, FAQ, private events, dinner menu, OpenTable. Checked September 27, 2026.

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Amenities at Uni

  • Private dining room (50 seated, 65 standing)
  • Chef's table for up to 12
  • Sake program
  • Craft cocktails
  • Takeout and delivery
  • Gift cards

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Uni's opening hours?
Uni serves dinner only, seven nights a week: 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, and 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
How do I make a reservation at Uni?
Reserve through the booking widget on Uni's website, uni-boston.com, or call (617) 536-7200. Online requests are confirmed by the restaurant team; Uni holds tables for 15 minutes and asks for at least 24 hours' notice to cancel.
Does Uni offer an omakase or tasting menu, and how much is it?
Uni offers a daily tasting menu at $195 per person, with an optional beverage pairing at $85 per person. The kitchen can also arrange a chef's choice family-style menu for your table, with at least $150 per person recommended.
What kind of food does Uni serve?
Uni is a contemporary izakaya in The Eliot Hotel. The menu highlights sashimi, nigiri and makimono alongside global street food-inspired small plates, with seafood from Tokyo's Tsukiji market and local New England catches, plus craft cocktails and a wide-ranging sake program.
Where is Uni located?
At 370A Commonwealth Avenue in Boston's Back Bay, inside The Eliot Hotel. Uni occupies the former Clio space, where it began as a small sashimi bar before expanding into the full restaurant in 2016.
Is there a dress code at Uni?
No. Uni has no dress code, though it notes that most guests dress up a little.
Does Uni offer valet parking?
No. Uni does not offer valet. There is metered street parking, and garages at 425 Newbury Street and 50 Dalton Street are within walking distance.
Can Uni host a private event?
Yes. Options include a chef's table high-top overlooking the bar for up to 12, Lower Uni (the original sashimi bar space) for up to 27, a private dining room for 50 seated or 65 standing, and rental of the whole restaurant. Events can also be held elsewhere in The Eliot Hotel.
Does Uni offer takeout or delivery?
Yes. Online ordering is linked from the restaurant's website, with delivery through DoorDash.
Does Uni sell gift cards?
Yes. Physical and digital gift cards are available for purchase through the restaurant's website.

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