Umami Global Bistro

Figured we'd try this place out since we are fans of Mediterranean food. It's pretty small inside but cozy. 8-10 tables. Kebab platters, salads, dips, and teas/dessert on the menu. The service was decent; everyone in there was kind.

We were really underwhelmed by the food. We tried chicken tikka, lamb, and beef, as well as hummus and eggplant dips. None of the proteins were tender. The lamb and beef were very chewy, some pieces not even edible. The chicken was overcooked, even in sauce. The salad was very basic. The Lemon tahini dressing and the eggplant dip were the best things we had. But we won't be back. There's much better food at similar places in the area.

I loved the aloo chat and the lentil soup (although it needed salt). The vegan baklava was bad- it was crushed into pieces and lacked sweetness, so it was just a few philo pastry sheets separated from the filling. I would like to see more vegan options of curries such as tofu curries with coconut masala sauce. That would be awesome.

Omg delicious. We were actually attending a show across the street and didn't want bar food so we came to get something more substantial and I was so hungry I ordered so much but was not mad one bit. Naan, baba gonoush, hummus, olives, lamb gyro (wrap), chicken masala and the house made ginger something tea. It was all delicious like I want it again just thinking about it. Take me back now. That tea was banging I wish I got a bigger one. I was pretty full and took the wrap home and ate it later and even leftover and cold it was so good. Yumm. Go here. Order everything and be happy. Also the staff was so accommodating and nice. Great experience!

Stopped here on a whim after some onewheeling. I had heard it was good, but my expectations were not that high. Boy was I surprised. This place is super tasty!

We ordered at the counter, and sat down at a table by the window. About 10 min later the food came out and was fantastic.

I got the chicken tikka masala platter w/ hummus. The hummus is good. Thick and tasty, not too much garlic, well blended. The chicken and rice were really good together. Chicken was good quality, and the rice was very flavorful.

My wife got the falafel wrap and stuffed grape leaves and enjoyed them both. Her mom got the lamb which she really enjoyed.

All and all, if you are looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal, you can't go wrong here!

super yummy food and the pistachio baklava is
crazily good! highly recommended for takeaway.

Excellent food and service in a comfortable setting in Catonsville. The falafel and lamb were both excellent. Highly recommended.

Delicious, fresh, homemade, and healthy! I highly recommend! The staff was so sweet and present. It was busy, lots of people coming in and out on a Sunday. That's always a good sign!

Good is outstanding tasteful and fresh made!
Simple ambience but good.
Price is very very reasonable

This place is pretty good. Food is good i usually always get the lamb. Service is good sometimes hard to understand over the phone. Not much ambiance.

Cozy little spot w/friendly counter service and really, really delicious food. We ordered 2 vegetarian platters, each w/ a diff protein option: the samasa chaat & the crispy yet delicate falafel. We both chose hummus & it came with an excellent rice with raisins. We also had an order of stuffed grape leaves that were SO flavorful! (Get it with the lemon dressing - I wanted to pour it over my whole plate.) The samasa chaat came as the protein but it could be a stand alone- it sat atop fried chickpeas drizzled w/a sweet sauce that blew my mind. I can't wait to come back to this cute place on Frederick St in Catonsville.