Get your dose of authentic Japanese cuisine in Dubai right here, foodies!
Whether you’re a fan of sushi or sukiyaki, it’s easy to find plenty of Japanese restaurants across Dubai. But the real challenge lies in finding the ones that do it just right. So, we set off on a culinary quest to search for five of the best Japanese restaurants in the city.
Needless to say, we weren’t disappointed.
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99 SUSHI RESTAURANT
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Avant-garde and bold. Two words clearly define the direction that 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant drive their culinary ship of excellence. Located at the luxurious Address Downtown, 99 Sushi's new decadent arrival is the talk of the town, the splurge waiting to happen, and is nothing short of spectacular.
Location: 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant, Address Downtown, Dubai
Contact: +971 4 547 2241
AKA DUBAI
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Aka Dubai, the Cyberpunk-inspired Japanese-styled lounge offers an edgy yet opulent ambience to The Pointe's culinary scene! Aka Dubai redefines the traditional show experience along with its Asian-inspired lounge menu with innovative dishes and cocktails!
Click here to find out more about AKA Dubai.
AKIBA DORI
Serving epic Japanese street food & Tokyo-style Neapolitan pizza in a neon world, Akiba Dori Dubai is located in Dubai Design District. Designed to transport your senses to the backstreets of Tokyo, the cool interior, neon lights and loads of delicious Japanese street food are a set location for foodies in the city! Get your hands on the Wasabi prawns, Akira Rock Shrimps and as well as Neapolitan pizza at this Japanese restaurant in Dubai.
Location: Building 8, Dubai Design District
Contact: +971 4 770 7949
AKIRA BACK
Located in the glamorous W Dubai - The Palm, Michelin-starred chef Akira Back’s self-titled restaurant takes high-end dining to the next level. Boasting spectacular skyline views, it’s simply a delight to indulge in the best of Japanese cuisine, sprinkled with pan-Asian influences, at the gorgeous restaurant on any given night.
Location: W Dubai - The Palm, Palm Jumeirah | Contact info: 04-245 5800
ARMANI HASHI
This fabulous dining spot at the Armani Hotel is known for serving some of the most exquisite Japanese dishes in the city coupled with breathtaking views of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai. Expect a modern take on all your traditional favourites paired with a selection of speciality beverages.
Location: Armani Hotel, Downtown Dubai | Contact info: 04-888 3666
BENIHANI
Bringing in one of the first Teppanyaki experiences into the city, expect the chefs of Benihana Dubai to prepare your choice of seafood and tender meats right in front of you at this Japanese restaurant in Dubai. The famed Dubai eatery has both, indoor and outdoor, dining spaces as well
Contact: +971 4 428 3089
Location: Amwaj Rotana, The Walk, JBR
BENTOYA
One of the longest-serving Japanese restaurants in Dubai, Bentoya is located on Sheikh Zayed Road and is known for its brilliant sushi. Expect to find authentic and unique grilled options that include vinegar mackerel, scallops and more at this Dubai eatery.
Contact: +971 4 343 0222
CLAP DIFC
Clap Dubai is located on the rooftop of DIFC. We effortlessly combine authenticity with innovation to create a sensory Japanese dining experience. Book one of our three magical spaces - the dining room and terrace, the lounge, or our bar, Ongaku and leave us to take care of the rest. Expect the unexpected, because too much of a good thing, is never enough.
Location: Dubai International Financial Centre, Gate Village Building 11, level 9, Dubai, AE.
Timing: 12:00 PM till 3:00 AM
Contact: +971 4 569 3820
HANAMI
Experience uplifted Tokyo-style street food in Dubai with the background of Dubai's epic skyline! Indulge in a scenic Japanese restaurant in Dubai matched with your drink for a perfect evening at Hanami Dubai, located at the Andaz Dubai The Palm.
Enjoy 2-for-1 drinks on selected beverages at Hanami Dubai's 'Nichobotsu' Happy Hour in Dubai on Monday-Saturday from 5 pm-7 pm.
Location: Hanami, Andaz Dubai The Palm
Timing: Opens at 5 pm
Contact: +97145814037
HŌSEKI
Meaning “gemstone” in Japanese, Hōseki is a minimalist jewel box of a destination where guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind gastronomic treat by Chef Masahiro Sugiyama. With just nine seats, dining at Hōseki Dubai is a unique Omakase experience, the most traditional way to savour Japanese food in Dubai which means “I leave it to you”. After arriving through a special Tokonoma, or entry room, guests turn their palates over to the chef's whims.
Location: Bvlgari Resorts, Dubai
Contact: +97147775433
HIBACHI
The large tables, the island-style Teppanyaki with 12 spots around and the home-kitchen style ambience of Hibachi paired with the delicious Japanese food are the reasons to check out this spot! Located at Movenpick Al Bustan Hotel in Garhoud, witness the chefs prepare the dishes right in front of you!
Contact: +971 4 282 0000
Location: Movenpick Al Bustan Hotel, Garhoud, Dubai
IZAKAYA
If you have visited Tokyo, you will be transported to the Japanese city with the chorus of greetings by the staff at this Japanese restaurant in Dubai. Located at the JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Izakaya is ideal for late-night date nights or a girl's night out.
IKIGAI
Inspired by Japan’s famous street taverns, where the beer is always cold and the food is full of flavour, the Japanese restaurant in Dubai, Ikigai brings you authentic Asian cuisine with delicious twists. Partnering with The First Group, chef and restaurateur Reif Othman’s new concept restaurant is “Japan on a plate” offering a menu inspired by the street-chic food of izakaya.
KYO
Kyo brings a hint of Japan to Dubai, allowing guests to experience an authentic glimpse into this inspiring culture and cuisine. Meaning both ‘Today’ and ‘Entertainment’ in Japanese, Kyo is about accepting each day and making the most of every moment.
This ultra-stylish Japanese restaurant in Dubai boasts indoor seating, arranged in a social and contemporary design, and an impressive outdoor lounge, with reserved sections for VIP gatherings. The lounge-style seating, authentic Japanese cuisine, attentive service and unforgettable ambience at KYO combine to bring a one-of-a-kind dining experience to the city.
Location: Mandarin Oriental, Dubai
Timing:
6:30 pm - 12:30 am (Fri & Sat)
Contact: +971 4 777 2232
MIMI KAKUSHI
Mimi Kakushi embodies this brave new world to bring you a dining experience like no other. Independent, expressive, limitless. It blends time-honoured cuisine with new thinking, serving far eastern flavours you’ll recognize with Western influences you’ll love.
Savour the setting and let hot and cold sharing plates of sashimi, sushi, tempura or gyoza slowly fill your table. And with our larger dishes, like the popular oven-baked black cod or Kagoshima wagyu beef, even the biggest appetites will be satisfied.
Location: Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah 2, Dubai
Timing: 6 pm-2 am daily
Contact: +971 4379 4811
NETSU
Netsu by Ross Shonhan is our Japanese Steakhouse from acclaimed Chef Ross Shonhan. Showcasing the traditional Japanese cooking technique of Warayaki – straw fire cooking – Netsu serves a tantalising menu of Warayaki-style grills, sushi and sashimi platters, and other Japanese-style dishes, complemented by stunning interiors and a sophisticated atmosphere.
This Japanese restaurant in Dubai is known for its theatrical ambience and large terrace!
Location: The Pointe, Palm Jumeirah
Timing: From 3:00 pm - 1:00 am
Contact: +971 4 557 5182
NOBU
It’s not surprising that some of the biggest names in the biz are loved by internationally renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa's creations. From the Kardashians to Robert De Niro, Nobu continues to draw celebrities from all corners of the world. The menu features an interesting mix of Japanese dishes with Peruvian influences. Our favourite? The world-famous black cod, of course.
Location: Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah | Contact info: 04-426 2626
ROKA
Located in the Opus building by Zaha Hadid, Business Bay, ROKA brings its unique style of contemporary Japanese Robatayaki cuisine and urban design to Downtown Dubai. ROKA Dubai is the first international location which opened shortly after the fifteenth anniversary of the flagship restaurant on Charlotte Street.
Location: The Opus by Omniyat - Level 1, Business Bay
Timing: Sunday to Thursday: 12 pm to 1 am
Friday to Saturday: 12 pm to 2 am
Contact: +971 4 439 7171
TABŪ
Introduced to Dubai's 2022 dining scene in St. Regis Business Bay, TABŪ Dubai took Japanese food to a whole other level! TABŪ is set to bring Dubai’s diners a unique new culinary experience complete with an unexpected, theatrical twist and an artistic finesse. Situated on the 23rd floor at The St. Regis Downtown, with stunning views of the city’s skyline and the Burj Khalifa, TABŪ will take the guests on a sophisticated, avant-garde culinary journey.
Click here for the DubaiNight Review of TABŪ
TOMO
If it’s good enough for the Crown Prince, it’s good enough for us. For fans of traditional Japanese cuisine, TOMO is about as authentic as it gets. Paired with unbelievable views of Downtown Dubai and an extensive drinks menu, a night out at TOMO is an unforgettable experience.
Location: Raffles Hotel, Sheikh Rashid Hotel | Contact info: 04-357 7888
ZUMA
A staple of Dubai’s eclectic food scene, Zuma has been the go-to spot for fans of Japanese cuisine since its inception back in 2008. With its uber-chic setting and brilliant contemporary twist on traditional dishes, Zuma’s popularity continues to soar among foodies in the city.
Location: Gate Village 06, DIFC | Contact info: 04-425 5660