Finding the right restaurant should not feel like a research project or take a lot of time.
Between visiting review sites, texting friends, scrolling through social media, checking menus for dietary needs, relying on questionable online rankings and accolades, or even turning to general AI tools, the process is overwhelming and rarely personalized to your unique preferences.
At Umamii, we believe technology should make dining out easier, faster, and more enjoyable by acting more like a helpful guide than another search engine.
Today, we are excited to introduce Umamii AI Chat, a new way to discover restaurants that feels less like a search engine and more like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend.
It’s not a search bar or a general chat tool. It’s your personal dining consultant.
Most apps rely on strict filters. You pick “Italian” and “$$” and hope the results make sense.
Umamii AI works differently.
It uses a consultative approach that adapts to the context behind your request.
It understands that “sushi” means something entirely different when you are grabbing a quick lunch compared to planning an anniversary dinner. And when your question is broad, Umamii AI does not guess. It asks clarifying questions about your vibe, budget, group size, location, and cravings so you can find exactly what you want.
The experience feels natural, intuitive, and genuinely helpful.
3 ways to use Umamii AI today
Ready to stop searching and start eating?
Here are three simple and practical ways to get the most out of Umamii AI Chat.
1. Solve the dietary tetris
Planning a group meal with conflicting needs is tough.
Let Umamii AI do the heavy lifting.
Try: “Find a Mexican restaurant in Vancouver that has vegetarian options.”
2. Match the restaurant to the moment
The right pick depends on the occasion, not just the cuisine.
Try: “Find me an upscale French restaurant in Vancouver for a special dinner.”
3. Search using awards you trust
Get recommendations based on the sources that matter to you.
Try: “I am in Richmond. Find me a Chinese restaurant recommended by the Chinese Restaurant Awards.”
Pro tip for better results
For the fastest and most accurate recommendations, include these three elements in your first message:
• Cuisine (Italian, Sushi, Korean BBQ)
• Vibe (Casual, Romantic, Family-friendly)
• Price (Under $30, Mid-range, High-end)
This simple structure makes a big difference.
How to get started
Umamii AI Chat is available now in the app.
To make sure your results feel uniquely yours, be sure to write at least 5 reviews. This helps Umamii understand your flavours, habits, and preferences so it can recommend restaurants with more confidence.
About the Beta
Umamii AI Chat is currently in Beta, which means you may notice a few areas that can be improved. We are actively iterating on the experience, refining the conversational flow, and expanding its knowledge every week. Your feedback during this phase helps us make the feature smarter and more precise.
Interested? Join the waitlist to get started.
Umamii AI is here to help you discover better restaurants faster and with far less effort. Whether you are planning a quick lunch, a date night, or a meal with friends, your personal dining consultant is ready whenever you are.
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