Marella Cruises Umi Sushi Menu: Sushi, Dim Sum & Desserts
Umi Sushi is one of Marella Cruises’ speciality dining venues, serving Japanese-inspired dishes ranging from sushi, sashimi and nigiri to dim sum and desserts. The menu photographed here includes dishes created by Master Chef Ian Pengelley, as well as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices.
The menu can be found at Umi Sushi on Marella Explorer. Marella Cruises has also introduced a newer Umi Sushi concept aboard Marella Voyager, although its current menu and dining format differ from the menu shown here. Umi Sushi is a chargeable speciality restaurant, so it should not be confused with the dining venues included as standard in a Marella cruise fare.
For more onboard drink information, see our Marella Cruises dining menus, Marella Cruises bar menus, and other Marella dining onboard guides.
Marella Explorer Umi Sushi Menu
The Umi Sushi menu on Marella Explorer is built around a mix-and-match concept. Diners are encouraged to combine selections from dim sum, sashimi, nigiri and sushi rolls.
Before getting into those selections, the menu offers two dishes to enjoy while you wait.
While You Wait
Two options are shown at the beginning of the menu:
• Edamame | VE, GF
Soya beans steamed in their pods and tossed in garlic chilli salt.
• Misoshiru Soup | VE, GF
A traditional clear Japanese soup garnished with tofu, spring onion and seaweed.
Both are marked vegan and gluten-free.
Umi Sushi Dim Sum
The dim sum section features appetisers created by Master Chef Ian Pengelley. It includes dumplings and spring rolls as well as a vegetarian hirata bun.
• Nori Crackers | V, GF | Chef’s Special
Served with wasabi dip.
• Chicken Shanghai | Chef’s Special
Steamed wonton parcels filled with minced chicken, spring onion and fresh herbs, served with a spicy sauce. Three pieces.
• Crab Shumai | Chef’s Special
Scallop and crab dumpling served with black vinegar dressing. Three pieces.
• Pork Gyoza | Chef’s Special
Japanese pork steamed dumplings served with yuzu sauce. Three pieces.
• Duck Spring Rolls | Chef’s Special
Crispy fried homemade spring rolls filled with duck and served with a hoisin dipping sauce. Four pieces.
• Hirata Bun | V | Chef’s Special
Two fluffy Asian buns filled with onion, mushroom and aubergine and garnished with Japanese mayonnaise.
The menu encourages guests to mix these appetisers with sushi, sashimi and nigiri rather than treating each section as a separate course.
Sashimi and Nigiri
For sashimi, the menu describes the dish as thin fillets of raw fish or seafood.
Choices include:
• Salmon – Sake
• Tuna – Maguro
• Seabass – Shibasu
• Prawn – Ebi
The nigiri section uses the same four seafood choices, served as thinly sliced fish or seafood on pressed rice.
Because the menu marks these seafood selections with an asterisk, passengers should also note the public-health advisory concerning the consumption of raw or undercooked foods.
Umi Sushi Rolls
The sushi roll section offers some of the most distinctive choices on the menu, including seafood, chicken, beef and pork combinations.
Several of these rolls are identified as Chef’s Specials.
• Mr. Chang
Seaweed, prawn tempura, avocado and cucumber, finished with spicy mayonnaise and crispy crumb.
• Legend | GF | Chef’s Special
Seaweed, crab meat and roasted red pepper, finished with Japanese mayonnaise and smoked caviar.
• Portobello Temaki | V, GF
A seaweed cone filled with sushi rice, avocado, cucumber, red bell pepper and portobello mushroom, topped with Japanese mayonnaise and sesame seeds.
• Teriyaki | GF | Chef’s Special
Teriyaki chicken and avocado drizzled with teriyaki sauce.
• Prime Time
Seaweed, salmon tempura and cucumber topped with sliced seared beef tip and yuzu kosho relish.
• East “Meats” West | GF
Streaky bacon, beef sirloin and cheese wrapped in potato strings, deep-fried and served with sweet-and-sour dipping sauce.
• The Pit | GF | Chef’s Special
Pulled pork with caramelised onion wrapped in potato strings, deep-fried and served with BBQ dipping sauce.
The selection goes well beyond traditional seafood sushi. Prime Time combines salmon tempura with seared beef, while East “Meats” West and The Pit lean heavily toward meat rather than fish.
For diners who prefer a meat-free choice, Portobello Temaki is marked vegetarian and gluten-free.
Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free Options
The photographed menu uses several symbols to identify dietary choices:
• V – Vegetarian
• VE – Vegan
• GF – Gluten-free
• GO – Gluten-free option available
• VO – Vegan option available
• Chef’s Special – identified with the chef symbol
Among the dishes shown, edamame and Misoshiru soup are both vegan and gluten-free. Portobello Temaki provides a vegetarian and gluten-free sushi option, while several additional dishes are marked vegetarian or gluten-free.
Marella also includes an allergen notice stating that food and drinks are prepared in environments where ingredients containing allergens and gluten are used, meaning traces may be present. Passengers with allergies or intolerances should speak with their waiter about suitable menu options.
Umi Sushi Desserts
The dessert menu moves away from sushi entirely, with four sweet choices.
• Mochi Ice-Cream | V, GF
Bite-sized sticky rice dough buns filled with ice cream, described on the menu as a Japanese favourite.
• Mangō Hōkai | V | Chef’s Special
Sweet pineapple and mango crumble served with lemongrass ice cream.
• Banana Hottoek | V
Korean-style pancake with caramelised banana and coconut ice cream.
• Kue Ruwok | V, GF
Custard and meringue cake with ginger-marinated fruits.
All four desserts shown are marked vegetarian, while the mochi ice cream and Kue Ruwok are also marked gluten-free.
Coffee Prices at Umi Sushi
The menu also offers Lavazza coffee after the meal.
Prices shown are:
• Espresso – £2.15
• Caffè Latte – £2.55
• Cappuccino – £2.55
These are the prices displayed on this particular menu and may change over time.
Speciality Coffees and After-Dinner Drinks
For those who want an after-dinner drink, Umi Sushi has a selection of alcoholic speciality coffees.
All three speciality beverages shown are priced at £5.85:
• Highland Coffee – Chivas Regal mixed with hot coffee and cream.
• Café Royal – Hennessy VS and hot coffee topped with cream.
• Italiano Coffee – Sambuca, hot coffee and cream.
Cognac, Brandy and Port
The photographed menu also lists several digestifs.
Prices visible on the menu include:
• Hennessy VS – £4.40
• Hennessy VSOP – £5.30
• Graham’s 10 YO Aged Tawny Port – £3.80
Sandeman Ruby Port and Sandeman Imperial Reserve Tawny Port are also listed, but their prices are not visible in the supplied photograph. For that reason, they are not reproduced here.
The menu notes that the onboard team can also suggest premium liqueurs, digestifs and other after-dinner selections that may not be listed.
Which Marella Ship Has This Umi Sushi Menu?
The dishes in the photographs correspond to Umi Sushi on Marella Explorer. Marella currently describes Umi Sushi on Marella Explorer as a chargeable, pre-bookable speciality restaurant serving sushi, sashimi and nigiri alongside dim sum and cooked dishes.
Marella Explorer’s Umi Sushi is located on Deck 7.
It is important to distinguish this menu from Umi Sushi on Marella Voyager. Marella launched a new Umi Sushi concept on Marella Voyager in December 2025. That restaurant has its own Japanese-inspired menu featuring items such as ramen, sushi boxes, small plates, sashimi and poke.
Therefore, passengers sailing on Marella Voyager should not assume that the exact Marella Explorer dishes photographed here will be available on their cruise.
Is Umi Sushi Included on Marella Cruises?
Umi Sushi is a speciality restaurant and carries an additional charge.
This is worth knowing because Marella Cruises operates on an all-inclusive basis, but not every speciality dining experience is included in the standard cruise fare.
The exact pricing and dining format can change, so passengers should check the current speciality dining information for their ship and sailing rather than relying on an older menu for current costs.
Do You Need a Reservation for Umi Sushi?
Marella identifies Umi Sushi on Marella Explorer as pre-bookable and chargeable and recommends making a reservation because of the restaurant’s popularity.
Speciality dining can be booked before some Marella sailings through Marella Cruise Control, with availability and booking arrangements depending on the ship and sailing.
Once onboard, passengers should check the current dining information and daily program for restaurant schedules and availability.
What Is the Dress Code at Umi Sushi?
Marella currently lists Umi Sushi on Marella Explorer with a smart dress code.
Passengers planning to combine dinner with evening entertainment should check the daily program for that evening’s schedule and any additional dress information.
Umi Sushi FAQ
What type of food does Umi Sushi serve?
Umi Sushi serves Japanese-inspired food, including sushi, sashimi, nigiri and dim sum. The photographed Marella Explorer menu also includes meat-based sushi rolls, vegetarian dishes and desserts.
Which Marella ship is this menu from?
The dishes shown correspond to the Umi Sushi menu on Marella Explorer.
Is there an Umi Sushi on Marella Voyager?
Yes. Umi Sushi launched on Marella Voyager in December 2025, but it uses a newer dining concept and menu, so passengers should not assume the Marella Explorer menu shown here applies to Voyager.
Is Umi Sushi included in a Marella cruise?
No. Umi Sushi is a chargeable speciality dining experience.
Does Umi Sushi have food other than sushi?
Yes. The photographed menu includes edamame, Misoshiru soup, dim sum, sashimi, nigiri, sushi rolls and desserts.
Are there vegetarian options?
Yes. The menu marks several dishes as vegetarian, including Nori Crackers, Hirata Bun, Portobello Temaki and all four desserts shown.
Are there vegan options?
Yes. The edamame and Misoshiru soup shown on this menu are marked vegan and gluten-free.
Does Umi Sushi have gluten-free options?
Yes. Several dishes are marked gluten-free, including edamame, Misoshiru soup, Nori Crackers, Portobello Temaki, Legend, Teriyaki, East “Meats” West and The Pit. Passengers with allergies or intolerances should still speak with their waiter because the menu warns that traces of allergens and gluten may be present.
Does Umi Sushi serve coffee?
Yes. The photographed menu lists Lavazza espresso, caffè latte and cappuccino, along with alcoholic speciality coffees.
Are the prices in British pounds?
Yes. The menu displays its beverage prices in pounds sterling (£).
Final Thoughts
Umi Sushi gives Marella Explorer passengers a speciality dining option that extends well beyond conventional sushi. The menu combines sashimi and nigiri with dim sum, creative sushi rolls, meat-based dishes and a selection of Asian-inspired desserts.
There is also a good amount of variety for passengers who do not eat raw fish. Choices such as Chicken Shanghai, pork gyoza, duck spring rolls, Hirata Bun and several cooked sushi rolls make the restaurant accessible to diners who want the Umi Sushi experience without ordering sashimi.
Because Marella has continued developing its speciality dining options—including the newer Umi Sushi concept introduced on Marella Voyager—menus, prices and dining formats can change. The photographs here provide a detailed look at the Marella Explorer Umi Sushi menu, while the current information for your specific sailing should be checked before or once onboard.
