Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights
Union Heights, Midvale
Restaurant in Midvale, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A sensible Midvale pick when convenience and an easy dinner matter more than a destination-level occasion. Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights is strongest for casual dates, repeat local meals, and smaller groups in the Union Park area; cross-shop Hoof & Vine or Tiburon if the night needs more ceremony.
About Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights
For planning a visit in Midvale, Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights is a casual option with a straightforward weekly schedule. The dress code is casual, and the restaurant is closed on Monday, open Tuesday through Sunday, and closes later on Friday and Saturday than on Sunday.
A practical Midvale choice for an unfussy night out
Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights works well as a direct Midvale option for a casual meal. It is in Midvale, the dress code is casual, it is closed Monday, and it is open Tuesday through Sunday with different hours by day.
If you are planning around a specific chef, awards, menu format, price positioning, service style, seating setup, or a named signature dish, check directly before committing. If the meal needs a clearer sense of occasion, compare Hoof & Vine and Tiburon before committing. If the goal is to make a practical Midvale plan around the hours and casual dress, Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights is easier to evaluate.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose this when the schedule and casual dress code fit the plan. For a counter, bar-led, private-room, or otherwise specific seating experience, do not assume that setup is central here; confirm directly if it will shape the night.
For other named options to compare, Asian Star, Mint Tapas and Sushi 1, Hoof & Vine, Tiburon, and Lone Star Taqueria may all be worth checking depending on the mood and logistics of the night. Keep the comparison practical: choose based on current hours, availability, and the kind of evening the group wants.
If the plan is still flexible, compare current details across other dining options in and around Midvale, especially when room feel, price tier, or service details matter.
Planning details
- Location
- 7628 Union Park Ave, Sandy, UT 84047
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tsunamiutah.com
- Phone
- +18016766466
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tsunami Restaurant at Union Heights lands comfortably in the neighborhood pan-Asian niche: a sit-down, approachable spot that blends Japanese and broader Pacific Rim influences without pretension. The menu and presentation aim for something more considered than takeout yet stop short of formal tasting-menu theater, which keeps the tone unfussy and relaxed. Located on a stretch of Union Park Avenue that reads strip-mall at street level, the restaurant nonetheless presents a polished, everyday dining option for local residents who want varied Asian flavors in a comfortable, casual setting.
Best For
This is a practical pick for groups, families and low-key date nights: the pan-Asian format deliberately offers breadth so diners with different preferences can all find something to order. The approachable price points and sit-down service make it a convenient neighborhood choice for weekday dinners or weekend gatherings. It isn’t pitched as a special-occasion temple of haute cuisine, so reservations are sensible for bigger parties but spontaneous visits work well for casual hangouts and family meals.
Ordering Tips
Start with the rolls the restaurant is known for (Cococabana roll, Executive roll and Jenny roll) then add a couple of shared plates so the table can sample broadly; the menu’s breadth is meant to serve groups with divergent tastes. Because the concept trades on accessibility, ordering a mix of rolls and hot dishes gives a rounded sense of the kitchen’s pan‑Asian approach. For larger parties, plan to order several items to share rather than one entrée per person, which plays to the format’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Contemporary setting with an exciting atmosphere suitable for groups and families.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Beer
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Cococabana roll
- Executive roll
- Jenny roll
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 7628 Union Park Ave, Sandy, UT 84047
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Try Asian Star if staying in Midvale is the priority and the group wants a similar suburban dinner decision. Choose Hoof & Vine when the meal needs more date-night weight or a clearer special-occasion feel.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Among the named Midvale options, Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights is the practical choice for an easy local dinner near Union Park rather than a splurge-led plan. Hoof & Vine is the better cross-shop when the brief is a more occasion-focused meal, while Asian Star is the closest Midvale comparison for diners deciding within a similar suburban dinner lane.
For a stronger date-night or celebration feel, compare against Tiburon before choosing. If the group wants a more explicitly sushi-and-small-plates coded plan, Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 is the more natural alternative. For a lower-ceremony meal, Lone Star Taqueria is the easier casual fallback.
Booking difficulty is the main reason to keep Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights in the mix: it reads as an easier, lower-pressure decision than a special-occasion room. Choose it when schedule and location are the deciding factors; choose Hoof & Vine or Tiburon when ambiance and a more deliberate night out carry more weight.
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Compare Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights | Midvale | No published awards |
| Hoof & Vine | Midvale | No published awards |
| Asian Star | Midvale | No published awards |
| Tiburon | Sandy | No published awards |
| Mint Tapas and Sushi 1 | Sandy | No published awards |
| Lone Star Taqueria | Cottonwood Heights | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights?
For another option to compare, consider Hoof & Vine, Asian Star, Mint Tapas and Sushi 1, Tiburon, or Lone Star Taqueria, then choose based on current hours, availability, and the kind of meal you want. Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights is in Midvale.
Is Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights good for a special occasion?
It may work when a casual Midvale setting and the hours fit your plans. The dress code is casual, so compare it with Hoof & Vine or Tiburon if you want to weigh it against other options for a more occasion-focused night.
What should a first-timer know about Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights?
It is in Midvale, and it is closed on Monday. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM–8:30 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–9 PM, Saturday 12–9 PM, and Sunday 3:30–8 PM, so first-timers should plan around that schedule rather than assuming late-night availability.
When is Tsunami Restaurant - Union Heights open?
Hours are Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM–8:30 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–9 PM, Saturday 12–9 PM, and Sunday 3:30–8 PM. The restaurant is closed Monday.
