Umma is a restaurant in Santander Centro, Santander. Rated 4.5 stars from 1147 Google reviews. Known for seasonal menu with real craft and service that actually reads the room. Best for date night and group dinner. Ranked #11 of 12 in Santander Centro. Price range: $$.
Rankings updated April 2026
Umma
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Quick Verdict
Yes. Reviewers return repeatedly, praise the seasonal approach and technical skill, and recommend it with conviction—even visitors from abroad rank it among their trip highlights.
You want to taste what a young, skilled kitchen is doing with seasonal Cantabrian ingredients and natural wines.
About Umma
Umma is a small, modern restaurant on Calle del Sol in central Santander where the kitchen runs seasonal tasting menus with real intent behind each plate. The room is elegant without pretension—locals describe it as "chulo" (cool), with a warm energy that invites lingering. Service is the standout: staff read the room well, explain dishes without over-explaining, and time courses so they arrive when they should. The menu shifts with what's available, so you'll see different dishes each visit. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of ingredients, the precision of technique, and the fact that nothing feels unnecessary. One visitor from Argentina called it "a place you'd return to without thinking, even living far away." The portions are modest (one reviewer noted "raciones justas"), and the wine list leans toward natural wines. This isn't a casual spot—it's a restaurant where the kitchen and front-of-house are clearly aligned on what they're trying to do.
What Stands Out
Seasonal menu with real craft
Reviewers mention "carta exquisita, divertida y sorprendente y de temporada" (exquisite, fun, surprising and seasonal menu). Specific dishes praised include mochis of oxtail, oysters, merluza in green sauce, and a cauliflower dish described as "an absolute barbarism how delicious it is."
Service that actually reads the room
Multiple reviewers highlight timing and attentiveness. One noted "el timing perfecto" (perfect timing) and that staff "know when to explain, when to suggest and when to simply let you enjoy." Another praised "atención amable y ágil" (friendly and quick attention).
Natural wine list and ingredient quality
Reviewers specifically mention "excelente carta de vinos naturales" (excellent natural wine list) and consistently praise the calibre of raw materials: "la calidad del producto la elaboración y las texturas de sabores" (quality of product, execution and texture of flavours).
What Customers Say
Fuimos un fin de semana de viaje a Santander y nos recomendaron este sitio.
Hemos ido en varias ocasiones, pero esta última vez ha sido sin duda alguna, la mejor.
Restaurante muy chulo y con una propuesta gastronómica moderna, accesible y deliciosa.
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Practical Information
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Reservations RecommendedContact
C. del Sol, 47, 39003 Santander, Cantabria, España
+34 942 21 95 95Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions about Umma
Expect €40+ per head depending on what you order. One reviewer spent €187 for 4 people on a full menu. Portions are modest and plated with care—you're paying for ingredients, technique and the kitchen's vision, not volume.
No online booking available. You'll need to call or visit in person. (Arrive early on weekends—one reviewer mentioned waiting an hour at peak times.)
The menu changes seasonally, so ask the staff for recommendations. Reviewers consistently praised the oysters, oxtail mochis, cauliflower, merluza in green sauce, and the natural wine pairings. The tasting menu via Wonderbox was described as "muy contundente" (substantial and well-executed).
Elegant and warm without being stuffy. Full by 8pm on weekends. One reviewer noted their table was near the bar and in a pass-through zone, so seating location matters—ask for a quieter spot if you want one.
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