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I enjoyed the novelty of Umma’s, and I think many others in Charlottesville share the sentiment — a line of waiting patrons snaked around the patio when we left. I’d recommend arriving at the restaurant early, especially on weekend nights, to secure a table.

Inventive Korean-Japanese American fusion at Umma’s

Popular for their novel food combinations — like Southern collards over ramen noodles or caramel apple enveloped in Taiyaki pastry — Umma’s is a great spot to visit with friends for innovative comfort food at a reasonable price.

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The dessert is deceptively simple, coming together in just 30 minutes.
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I enjoyed the novelty of Umma’s, and I think many others in Charlottesville share the sentiment — a line of waiting patrons snaked around the patio when we left. I’d recommend arriving at the restaurant early, especially on weekend nights, to secure a table.
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