10 Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai
Compare Dubai sushi restaurants across fish quality, rice, knife work, menu focus, service, atmosphere and value. This guide separates intimate omakase counters from lively Japanese dining rooms and accessible everyday sushi.
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Weighted methodology for this guide
What determines the final ranking
The ranking gives the greatest weight to the qualities readers are most likely to notice during a real visit, booking or day out.
Each option is judged using the criteria that matter most for this article.
The guide considers whether the experience is useful beyond a single ideal visit.
The strongest choice still depends on the reader’s needs, budget and timing.
Editor’s Choice
99 Sushi Bar
A refined sushi-led experience combining premium ingredients, polished presentation and an occasion-worthy dining room.
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Ranked shortlist
10 Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai in one glance
Compare each option by its strongest use case, who it suits and the score awarded in this guide.
Choose Your Priority
Match the guide to your plans
Decision Strategy
Compare the right details before choosing
What Can Disappoint
Avoid the common mistakes
Open each point for the practical way to avoid the problem.
Ordering an expensive omakase when the group wants variety
Choose à la carte sharing when the group has mixed tastes; omakase works best when everyone is comfortable following the chef’s sequence.
Assuming every Japanese menu is sushi-led
Check whether the restaurant is sushi-led, izakaya-style, kushiyaki-focused or a broader Japanese dining room before deciding what to order.
Ignoring counter seating and service pace
Counter seats and omakase can involve a set pace, while large dining rooms suit flexible sharing; match the format to the time available.
Full reviews
10 Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai
Use the detailed reviews below to compare what each option does best, who it suits and what to check before visiting.
Best overall sushi experience
99 Sushi Bar
A refined sushi-led experience combining premium ingredients, polished presentation and an occasion-worthy dining room.
- Category
- Premium Japanese dining
- Area
- Downtown Dubai
- Best for
- Special occasions
- Why it ranks
- Best overall sushi experience
Best Of tip: Ask about counter seating and current tasting-menu availability when booking.
Best intimate omakase
Hōseki
An intimate reservation-led counter for diners who want a focused sequence shaped by the chef and the day’s ingredients.
- Category
- Omakase counter
- Area
- Jumeirah Bay Island
- Best for
- A quiet chef-led experience
- Why it ranks
- Best intimate omakase
Best Of tip: Arrive on time because omakase pacing is shared across a small seating.
Best premium seafood selection
TakaHisa
A premium Japanese destination pairing carefully sourced seafood with a luxurious, celebratory setting.
- Category
- Luxury Japanese dining
- Area
- Bluewaters Island
- Best for
- High-end sushi and wagyu
- Why it ranks
- Best premium seafood selection
Best Of tip: Discuss preferences before ordering a premium sequence so the meal stays balanced.
Best lively Japanese dining room
Zuma
A high-energy modern Japanese restaurant where sushi works alongside robata dishes, sharing plates and a strong social atmosphere.
- Category
- Contemporary Japanese
- Area
- DIFC
- Best for
- Groups and energetic dinners
- Why it ranks
- Best lively Japanese dining room
Best Of tip: Book ahead for prime dinner times and build the order across sushi and hot dishes.
Best atmosphere
Mimi Kakushi
A theatrical, design-led restaurant with a broad Japanese-inspired menu and an atmosphere made for evening occasions.
- Category
- Japanese-inspired dining
- Area
- Jumeirah
- Best for
- Date nights and stylish groups
- Why it ranks
- Best atmosphere
Best Of tip: Choose a quieter earlier seating when conversation matters more than late-night energy.
Best iconic occasion
Nobu Dubai
A globally recognised Japanese-Peruvian experience combining sushi with signature hot dishes and a destination setting.
- Category
- Japanese-Peruvian
- Area
- Palm Jumeirah
- Best for
- Celebrations and signature dishes
- Why it ranks
- Best iconic occasion
Best Of tip: Do not order only sushi; include a few signature cooked plates for the full experience.
Best Japanese comfort experience
Kinoya
A food-first Japanese restaurant where counter energy, noodles and small plates complement a concise sushi offering.
- Category
- Izakaya and ramen
- Area
- The Greens
- Best for
- Casual food-focused dining
- Why it ranks
- Best Japanese comfort experience
Best Of tip: Reserve early and share small plates before choosing the main bowl or larger dish.
Best creative casual Japanese
REIF Japanese Kushiyaki
A playful, chef-led menu with kushiyaki, creative Japanese flavours and casual dining energy.
- Category
- Creative Japanese
- Area
- Dubai Hills
- Best for
- Inventive sharing meals
- Why it ranks
- Best creative casual Japanese
Best Of tip: Ask the team to balance richer skewers with lighter raw or vegetable dishes.
Best handroll counter
Kokoro Handroll Bar
A focused counter experience built around crisp nori, warm rice and handrolls assembled to be eaten immediately.
- Category
- Handroll bar
- Area
- Alserkal Avenue
- Best for
- Fresh made-to-order handrolls
- Why it ranks
- Best handroll counter
Best Of tip: Eat each handroll as soon as it arrives so the nori stays crisp.
Best accessible everyday sushi
SushiArt
A convenient option for broad menus, casual dine-in and delivery when ease and consistency matter more than ceremony.
- Category
- Casual sushi chain
- Area
- Multiple locations
- Best for
- Delivery and convenient meals
- Why it ranks
- Best accessible everyday sushi
Best Of tip: For delivery, prioritise simpler rolls and sashimi that travel well.
Frequently Asked Questions
10 Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai questions answered
Which sushi restaurant is best overall in Dubai?
99 Sushi Bar is our strongest overall choice for a polished premium experience, while Hōseki is the clearer intimate omakase option.
What is omakase?
Omakase is a chef-selected sequence that changes with ingredients and the restaurant’s style; dietary restrictions should be discussed before booking.
Which option is best for a lively group dinner?
Zuma and Mimi Kakushi are strong comparisons when atmosphere and a broad sharing menu matter.
Where can I try handrolls in Dubai?
Kokoro Handroll Bar is the most focused handroll option in this shortlist.
Is expensive sushi always better?
No. Technique, rice and freshness matter, but a focused casual counter can offer better value than a luxury dining room.
Should I book sushi counters in advance?
Yes, especially for omakase and small handroll counters where seating is limited.
Final Recommendation
Use the ranking as a shortlist, then confirm the exact fit
The right choice still depends on the branch, table, weather, session, menu or access available when you go.
Sushi Order Builder
Build the sushi meal before choosing the restaurant
Recommended starting point
99 Sushi Bar
A polished premium sushi choice when the meal itself is the occasion.
CheckCheck the current menu, omakase availability and dietary requirements before booking.
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Author: Aimee - BEST OF Editorial Team
Aimee Pearson-Harpin is an Editorial Contributor at BEST OF, specialising in family experiences, cafés, restaurants and things to do. She enjoys discovering new places, researching practical recommendations and helping create trusted guides that make it easier for readers to find exceptional experiences. Her work forms part of BEST OF’s independent editorial coverage celebrating the world’s best places, experiences and brands.
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