Best Japanese Sushi Bars to Try in Dubai

Dubai is home to some of the best Japanese sushi bars offering fresh fish, expert chefs, and a relaxing vibe. Whether you're a sushi lover or trying it for the first time, these places serve high-quality rolls, sashimi, and more. This guide will help you discover the top Japanese sushi bars in Dubai worth visiting.1

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Tomo at Raffles Dubai offers authentic Japanese cuisine with fresh sushi and sashimi, providing a serene atmosphere and skyline views, making it perfect for intimate dining experiences.1

Ikigai in Dubai Marina captures the essence of Japan’s vibrant izakayas, featuring a lively setting and a menu with sushi, sashimi, and innovative small plates. 2

Kimura-ya brings Tokyo's izakaya-style dining to Dubai, offering traditional dishes like wagyu shabu-shabu and yakitori in a warm, inviting atmosphere across multiple city locations. 3

Kanpai Restaurant & Lounge in Souk Al Bahar fuses traditional Japanese cuisine with contemporary flair, serving sushi, teppanyaki, and cocktails in a sleek, modern setting.4

Ronin, a new addition to Dubai’s dining scene, offers a gourmet experience blending tradition with innovation, featuring exquisitely crafted sushi and a serene ambiance.

Reif Kushiyaki, founded by Chef Reif Othman, specializes in unconventional Japanese dishes, focusing on kushiyaki and offering unique items like the luxurious Marble Bun. 5

3Fils, located in Jumeirah Fishing Harbour, offers contemporary Japanese cuisine in a casual setting, with standout dishes like the mysterious Charcoal “it’s a secret”.6

Mimi Kakushi at Four Seasons Resort transports diners to 1920s Osaka, combining exotic decor with a menu blending traditional and contemporary Japanese cuisine.7

Daikan has become a go-to spot for ramen lovers in Dubai, offering various broth bases and customizable ramen experiences across multiple city locations. 8

Kinoya, led by Chef Neha Mishra, offers an authentic ramen experience in a laid-back setting, with standout dishes like the tender duck ramen.

YUi Ramen House in Dubai Design District prides itself on handmade noodles and high-quality ingredients, serving dishes like the creamy Shio Paitam ramen. 9

Honeycomb Hi-Fi combines contemporary Japanese cuisine with a vibrant nightclub atmosphere, featuring dishes prepared on binchotan charcoal and a speakeasy bar.10

Hōseki at the Bulgari Hotel offers an ultra-luxury omakase experience, seating only nine guests and serving dishes tailored to seasonal ingredients and personal preferences. 11

Otaku in the Design District serves Japanese and European cuisine, offering dishes like Japanese soufflé pancakes and traditional curry in a casual setting. 12

99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant at Address Downtown offers a luxurious dining experience with high-quality ingredients, featuring dishes like the 99 Black Cod and Wagyu Beef Sandwich.

Akabeko at voco Dubai The Palm focuses on A5 Wagyu, offering a nose-to-tail dining concept with signature dishes like the Supreme Wag-Yukke and Akabeko Donburi. 13

ROKA in Business Bay specializes in robata-style cooking, offering dishes like black cod and lamb cutlets, with a terrace boasting Burj Khalifa views. 14

SUSHISAMBA on Palm Jumeirah combines Peruvian and Japanese cuisines, offering dishes like Chilean sea bass anticucho and the indulgent Dubai Samba roll. 15

Netsu at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira stands out with its warayaki straw fire cooking method, offering premium cuts like Japanese miyazaki wagyu in a stylish setting. 16

TakaHisa provides an immersive Japanese dining experience, featuring premium sushi with rare fish and A5 Kobe beef steaks in an exclusive, intimate ambiance. 17