![HERO OdySea Self-Drive Speed Boat Tour in Dubai [2021]](https://placestovisitsindubai.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_20210529_075044-150x150.jpg)
7 Best Japanese Restaurants In Dubai You Must Visit!
Dubai is known for its diverse and vibrant food scene, with a wide range of cuisines available for residents and visitors to indulge in. Among the many options, Japanese cuisine has become increasingly popular over the years, with a number of top-notch Japanese restaurants in the city.
In this blog, we will explore some of the best Japanese restaurants in Dubai. From sushi and sashimi to tempura and ramen, Dubai’s Japanese restaurants offer a unique culinary experience that is not to be missed.
1. Zuma
Zuma is one of the most well-known and best Japanese restaurants in Dubai, located in the heart of the city at the Dubai International Financial Centre. The restaurant features contemporary Japanese cuisine with a focus on sharing plates and an open kitchen design. The menu features a range of sushi, sashimi, and signature dishes such as miso-marinated black cod and grilled beef tenderloin. The restaurant also has an extensive drinks menu, with an impressive selection of sake, cocktails, and more.
2. Kimura-ya Dubai
Over 3 years ago, we lived next door to the @marriottaljadaf and their top restaurant @kimurayaaljadaf but had no idea that we were next to one of the best Japanese restaurants in Dubai.🏆
One of our favourite meals in the world has to be sushi and this is our favourite Japanese spot for sushi 🍱
If you are looking for the best Seafood & Sushi spot in Dubai 🍣🍱🥟 then you must visit Kimuraya. Another absolute ‘standout from the crowd’ in Dubai’s restaurant scene 🔥
We were blown away by the sheer quality of the food that was on offer, some of our favourite bits were the Spicy Tuna Roll, Salmon Roll Sushi and Matcha Ice cream and Motchi – We highly recommend all of this 🙌💫
If you are looking for somewhere where the staff are very helpful and attentive, the food is incredible and the whole experience makes you feel like you’re in Japan then head to Kimuaray Japanese restaurant located at 3 different locations Dubai Marina, Business Bay and Aljadaf.
3. Tomo
Tomo is a hidden gem located on the 17th floor of the Raffles Hotel in Dubai. The restaurant features traditional Japanese cuisine, with a range of sushi, sashimi, and hot dishes such as tempura and grilled wagyu beef. The restaurant also boasts stunning views of the Dubai skyline and a traditional Japanese interior design, with a sushi bar, tatami room, and outdoor terrace.
4. Akira Back
Akira Back is a Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant located in the W Dubai – The Palm hotel. The restaurant features a range of dishes that blend Japanese and Korean flavours, such as tuna pizza with truffle oil and Korean-style short rib tacos. The restaurant also has an impressive drinks menu, with a selection of sake, soju, and Korean and Japanese beers. The contemporary interior design features an open kitchen, allowing diners to watch the chefs at work.
5. Ramusake
Ramusake is a Japanese izakaya-style restaurant located in the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Jumeirah Beach. The restaurant features a range of small plates, sharing dishes, sushi, and an extensive drinks menu. The menu includes a range of hot and cold dishes, such as black cod with miso and wagyu beef gyoza. The interior design is modern and stylish, with a dark and moody atmosphere.
6. Katsuya
Katsuya is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Dubai located in the Jumeirah Al Naseem hotel. The menu features a range of sushi, sashimi, and hot dishes, such as crispy rice with spicy tuna and miso-marinated black cod. The restaurant also has an extensive drinks menu, with a selection of sake, Japanese
7. Nobu
Nobu is another highly-regarded Japanese restaurant in Dubai, located in the luxurious Atlantis, The Palm hotel. The restaurant was founded by renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa and combines Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. The menu features a range of signature dishes, such as yellowtail sashimi with jalapeno, black cod miso, and rock shrimp tempura. The restaurant has a sophisticated atmosphere and boasts stunning views of the Dubai skyline.
8. Minato
Dubai has some of the very best experiences in the world but when it comes to Japanese food and experiences, Minato is the number 1 choice to visit if you are at Dierai Creek!
We were welcomed and led to our table in a different room, we didn’t know what to expect and there was a teppanyaki table. We had only seen these in films and heard about them but were looking forward to any delights that would be served there.
THE BEST FOOD EXPERIENCE 🤩
We were blown away by the quality of the food, the performance by our own chef at the table @hibachichef_moelsayed and the whole atmosphere/service was impeccable.
Minato is an authentic Japanese restaurant along the bank of Deira Creek. It is housed in the original 5* hotel in Dubai Radisson Blu Dubai Deira Creek.
The restaurant features classic traditional Japanese dining spaces like a teppanyaki table, sushi bar and private tatami rooms, which add to the authenticity of the entire dining experience at Minato.
Any occasion should warrant a booking here, so you can enjoy the incredible experience whilst eating some of the finest Japanese food that we have ever tasted.
Have you been to any of the best Japanese restaurants in Dubai?
