Best of Dubai · Sushi · Japanese Restaurants
Looking for the best sushi restaurants in Dubai? This guide ranks the city’s top sushi spots for luxury nigiri, omakase, sashimi, handrolls, Japanese restaurants, delivery-friendly sushi and special-occasion dinners.
By: Best Of Editorial TeamPublished: JulyLast checked: July
Guide status: Research-led launch edition. We checked current Dubai Japanese restaurant coverage, MICHELIN Guide listings, official venue pages and public listings where available. Menus, prices, branch details and booking policies can change, so check directly before visiting.
How We Chose These Sushi Restaurants
We ranked sushi restaurants based on seafood quality, sushi focus, consistency, setting, service, value for the type of experience, reputation, reader usefulness and whether each place solves a clear sushi need. Best Of ratings are editorial scores based on practical reader value, not customer-review averages.
Quick Picks
Best overall sushi99 Sushi Bar
Best omakaseHōseki
Best ultra-premium sushiTakaHisa
Best iconic Japanese restaurantZuma
Best stylish sushi dinnerMimi Kakushi
Best everyday sushiSushiArt
Sushi starter picker
What kind of sushi are you craving?
Choose the sushi mood first, then jump straight to the best match. Dubai sushi ranges from casual handrolls to full luxury omakase, so the right pick depends on the plan.
Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai Comparison Cards
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9.9/10
#1 99 Sushi Bar
Best Overall Sushi Restaurant in Dubai
Best forLuxury sushi
AreaDowntown Dubai / Address Downtown area
Price guideAED 300–700+ per person
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9.8/10
#2 Hōseki
Best Omakase Sushi Experience in Dubai
Best forOmakase
AreaBulgari Resort Dubai, Jumeirah Bay Island
Price guideAED 900–1,500+ per person
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9.7/10
#3 TakaHisa
Best Ultra-Premium Japanese Sushi in Dubai
Best forUltra-premium sushi
AreaBanyan Tree Dubai
Price guideAED 800–1,800+ per person
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9.6/10
#4 Zuma
Best Iconic Japanese Restaurant for Sushi in Dubai
Best forIconic Dubai dining
AreaDIFC
Price guideAED 300–700+ per person
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9.5/10
#5 Mimi Kakushi
Best Stylish Sushi Dinner in Dubai
Best forStylish Japanese dining
AreaRestaurant Village, Four Seasons Resort Dubai, Jumeirah
Price guideAED 300–700+ per person
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9.4/10
#6 Nobu Dubai
Best Famous Luxury Sushi Name in Dubai
Best forLuxury resort sushi
AreaAtlantis, The Palm
Price guideAED 350–800+ per person
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9.3/10
#7 Kinoya
Best Casual Japanese Favourite with Sushi Options
Best forAuthentic Japanese food
AreaThe Greens
Price guideAED 150–350 per person
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9.2/10
#8 REIF Japanese Kushiyaki
Best Modern Casual Japanese Sushi-Adjacent Pick
Best forModern Japanese food
AreaDar Wasl and other Dubai locations
Price guideAED 150–350 per person
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9.1/10
#9 Kokoro Handroll Bar
Best Handroll Sushi Bar in Dubai
Best forHandrolls
AreaDubai location / current listing to verify
Price guideAED 100–250 per person
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9.0/10
#10 SushiArt
Best Easy Everyday Sushi in Dubai
Best forEveryday sushi
AreaMultiple Dubai locations and delivery platforms
Price guideAED 70–180 per person
Decision Helper
- Choose 99 Sushi Bar if you want the safest luxury sushi recommendation.
- Choose Hōseki if you want a tiny, special omakase counter.
- Choose TakaHisa if you want ultra-premium Japanese ingredients.
- Choose Zuma if you want a famous DIFC Japanese dinner with sushi.
- Choose Mimi Kakushi if the atmosphere matters as much as the food.
- Choose SushiArt if you want easy everyday sushi or delivery.
The Best Sushi Restaurants in Dubai
🥇 1. 99 Sushi Bar
9.9
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99 Sushi Bar
Best Overall Sushi Restaurant in Dubai
99 Sushi Bar is one of Dubai’s strongest all-round sushi choices because it balances luxury, consistency, service and a wide sushi-focused menu. It works for special occasions, business dinners, date nights and visitors who want sushi to feel polished without needing a tiny omakase counter.
Location: Downtown Dubai / Address Downtown area
Price guide: AED 300–700+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.9/10
Best for: Luxury sushi, special occasions, modern nigiri, sashimi, robata dishes and polished service
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Modern and traditional sushi, sashimi, robata dishes, elegant interiors, attentive service and a premium Downtown dining feel.
Why it ranks
It ranks first because it is one of the most complete sushi recommendations in Dubai: premium enough for occasions, broad enough for groups and trusted enough to feel like a safe top pick.
Must try
- Nigiri selection
- Sashimi platters
- Signature maki rolls
- Robata dishes
- Set lunch if available
Best Of Dubai tip
Choose this when you want luxury sushi without committing to a full omakase-only experience.
🥈 2. Hōseki
9.8
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Hōseki
Best Omakase Sushi Experience in Dubai
Hōseki is the serious sushi-counter pick for Dubai. It is intimate, refined and built around chef-led omakase rather than a long casual menu. This is the place to recommend when readers want a precise, high-end Japanese experience rather than a normal sushi dinner.
Location: Bulgari Resort Dubai, Jumeirah Bay Island
Price guide: AED 900–1,500+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.8/10
Best for: Omakase, luxury sushi counters, anniversaries, special occasions and serious sushi lovers
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
A small sushi counter, chef-led seasonal courses, premium seafood, elegant service and a calm fine-dining atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks high because it offers one of the most focused sushi experiences in the city. It is not the easiest or cheapest option, but it is one of the most special.
Must try
- Chef’s omakase
- Seasonal nigiri
- Bluefin tuna courses
- Uni if available
- Japanese wagyu course if included
Best Of Dubai tip
Book well ahead and treat it as a full experience, not just a quick sushi meal.
🥉 3. TakaHisa
9.7
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TakaHisa
Best Ultra-Premium Japanese Sushi in Dubai
TakaHisa is one of Dubai’s most premium Japanese dining rooms, known for luxury ingredients, high-end sushi, wagyu and a very refined dining style. It is best for readers who want a splurge sushi dinner with a strong sense of occasion.
Location: Banyan Tree Dubai
Price guide: AED 800–1,800+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.7/10
Best for: Ultra-premium sushi, wagyu, omakase-style dining, luxury occasions and serious Japanese cuisine
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Premium sushi, seasonal Japanese ingredients, wagyu, refined service and a high-end dining room.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it gives Dubai a true luxury Japanese option for readers who want the best ingredients and are willing to pay for them.
Must try
- Omakase-style sushi
- Premium tuna nigiri
- Wagyu dishes
- Seasonal sashimi
- Chef recommendations
Best Of Dubai tip
This is a splurge pick, so check the current menu and pricing before booking.
🍣 4. Zuma
9.6
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Zuma
Best Iconic Japanese Restaurant for Sushi in Dubai
Zuma remains one of Dubai’s most recognisable Japanese restaurants and a strong sushi choice for people who want a lively, polished DIFC dining experience. It is not only about sushi, but the sushi, sashimi and Japanese plates are a major part of why people keep booking it.
Location: DIFC
Price guide: AED 300–700+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.6/10
Best for: Iconic Dubai dining, sushi, sashimi, robata, business dinners, groups and polished atmosphere
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Sushi, sashimi, robata dishes, sleek interiors, busy DIFC energy and a restaurant that feels lively most days of the week.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it is one of Dubai’s most dependable high-end Japanese names and still feels relevant for visitors and locals.
Must try
- Sushi selection
- Sashimi
- Black cod-style dish
- Robata dishes
- Desserts
Best Of Dubai tip
Book ahead for dinner; it can get busy, especially on peak nights.
🌸 5. Mimi Kakushi
9.5
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Mimi Kakushi
Best Stylish Sushi Dinner in Dubai
Mimi Kakushi is a stylish Japanese restaurant that works beautifully for sushi nights, date dinners and polished group meals. It has a more atmospheric, design-led feel than a simple sushi bar, making it ideal for readers who care about the whole evening.
Location: Restaurant Village, Four Seasons Resort Dubai, Jumeirah
Price guide: AED 300–700+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.5/10
Best for: Stylish Japanese dining, sushi nights, date nights, groups and atmospheric dinners
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Sushi, Japanese small plates, elegant interiors, warm lighting, music and a grown-up dining atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it gives readers a sushi option that feels fashionable and memorable, not just technically good.
Must try
- Sushi rolls
- Sashimi
- Wagyu dishes
- Black cod-style dishes
- Desserts
Best Of Dubai tip
Choose Mimi Kakushi when the vibe matters as much as the sushi.
🌊 6. Nobu Dubai
9.4
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Nobu Dubai
Best Famous Luxury Sushi Name in Dubai
Nobu is one of the world’s best-known Japanese-Peruvian restaurant names, and the Dubai outpost remains a strong option for sushi, seafood, signature dishes and luxury resort dining. It is a useful pick for visitors who already recognise the brand.
Location: Atlantis, The Palm
Price guide: AED 350–800+ per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.4/10
Best for: Luxury resort sushi, visitors, Japanese-Peruvian dishes, seafood and special occasions
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Sushi, sashimi, signature Japanese-Peruvian plates, seafood, polished service and an Atlantis dining setting.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it combines global name recognition with a strong Dubai resort setting, which makes it easy for visitors to trust and book.
Must try
- Sushi selection
- Yellowtail-style signature dishes
- Black cod-style dish
- Tacos
- Desserts
Best Of Dubai tip
Best for visitors staying on or near Palm Jumeirah.
🍱 7. Kinoya
9.3
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Kinoya
Best Casual Japanese Favourite with Sushi Options
Kinoya is best known as one of Dubai’s most loved Japanese restaurants, especially for ramen and izakaya-style dining. While it is not a pure sushi counter, it belongs in the sushi conversation because it is one of the city’s most trusted Japanese names.
Location: The Greens
Price guide: AED 150–350 per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.3/10
Best for: Authentic Japanese food, casual dinners, ramen, izakaya-style plates and reliable Japanese dining
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Japanese comfort food, izakaya-style plates, ramen, sushi or sashimi options where available and a loyal neighbourhood following.
Why it ranks
It ranks because not every sushi guide should only include ultra-luxury venues. Kinoya gives readers a more casual, loved-by-locals Japanese option.
Must try
- Ramen
- Sashimi specials if available
- Karaage
- Gyoza
- Daily specials
Best Of Dubai tip
Check the current menu before promising specific sushi items because Kinoya is broader Japanese dining, not sushi-only.
🔥 8. REIF Japanese Kushiyaki
9.2
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REIF Japanese Kushiyaki
Best Modern Casual Japanese Sushi-Adjacent Pick
REIF Japanese Kushiyaki is a strong modern Japanese pick for readers who want creative casual dining rather than a formal sushi restaurant. It is especially useful for groups who want sushi-style dishes, kushiyaki, sandos and modern Japanese plates together.
Location: Dar Wasl and other Dubai locations
Price guide: AED 150–350 per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.2/10
Best for: Modern Japanese food, casual groups, creative dishes, kushiyaki and relaxed dinners
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Kushiyaki, modern Japanese plates, sandos, sushi-style items where available and a relaxed but elevated casual atmosphere.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it adds a more modern, homegrown Dubai Japanese option and gives readers something less formal than the luxury sushi rooms.
Must try
- Wagyu sando
- Kushiyaki skewers
- Sushi-style specials if available
- Chicken katsu sando
- Desserts
Best Of Dubai tip
Good for groups who want more than only sushi.
🍙 9. Kokoro Handroll Bar
9.1
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Kokoro Handroll Bar
Best Handroll Sushi Bar in Dubai
Kokoro Handroll Bar is a strong choice for readers who want a more focused, casual sushi experience built around fresh handrolls. It feels less formal than the big Japanese restaurants and more specialised than a mall sushi chain.
Location: Dubai location / current listing to verify
Price guide: AED 100–250 per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.1/10
Best for: Handrolls, casual sushi, quick sushi meals, counter-style dining and fresh simple flavours
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Handrolls, fresh fillings, counter-style service, casual energy and a simpler sushi experience.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it gives the guide variety. Not every sushi occasion needs luxury; sometimes readers want fresh handrolls and a quick focused meal.
Must try
- Salmon handroll
- Tuna handroll
- Crab handroll
- Chef selection
- Miso soup if available
Best Of Dubai tip
Best for casual sushi cravings rather than a long special-occasion dinner.
🛍️ 10. SushiArt
9.0
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SushiArt
Best Easy Everyday Sushi in Dubai
SushiArt is a practical sushi option for readers who want reliable, easy, widely accessible sushi without booking a luxury restaurant. It is useful for takeaway, delivery, casual lunches and family-friendly sushi orders.
Location: Multiple Dubai locations and delivery platforms
Price guide: AED 70–180 per person
Best Of Dubai rating: 9.0/10
Best for: Everyday sushi, delivery, takeaway, families, casual lunches and easy ordering
Website: Official website / listing to verify before publishing
What to expect
Maki rolls, nigiri, sashimi, sushi boxes, delivery-friendly packaging and a broad menu that suits casual sushi orders.
Why it ranks
It ranks because it solves the everyday sushi need. It is not the most luxurious, but it is practical, accessible and easy to recommend for casual orders.
Must try
- Sushi boxes
- Salmon rolls
- Dragon rolls
- Nigiri selection
- Sharing platters
Best Of Dubai tip
Best for casual delivery or takeaway rather than a special sit-down sushi experience.
Honest Caveats
- Some restaurants here are full Japanese restaurants, not sushi-only counters.
- Omakase and luxury sushi prices can change quickly depending on ingredients and seasonality.
- Delivery sushi is useful, but it will not feel the same as freshly served nigiri at a counter.
- Menus can change, so check current sushi, sashimi and omakase availability before publishing or booking.
Planning Notes
For the best sushi experience, choose based on the occasion: omakase, date night, visitor dinner, casual handroll craving, delivery order, business dinner or family meal. Sushi is one of those categories where price, setting and freshness all matter, so match the venue to the moment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best sushi restaurant in Dubai?
Our top pick is 99 Sushi Bar for the strongest all-round luxury sushi experience, while Hōseki is the best choice for a focused omakase counter.
Where can I get omakase sushi in Dubai?
Hōseki and TakaHisa are two of the strongest luxury omakase-style options in Dubai, depending on the level of formality and budget you want.
What is the best sushi place for a date night in Dubai?
Mimi Kakushi, 99 Sushi Bar, Zuma and Nobu are strong date-night sushi choices because they combine food with atmosphere.
What is the best casual sushi in Dubai?
Kokoro Handroll Bar is a strong focused handroll option, while SushiArt is useful for easier casual sushi, takeaway and delivery.
Is sushi expensive in Dubai?
It depends on the venue. Casual sushi can be fairly accessible, while luxury sushi, omakase and premium Japanese restaurants can become very expensive because of ingredients, service and setting.
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Sources & Updates
Last checked: July.
We checked a mix of MICHELIN Guide listings, official venue pages, current Dubai Japanese restaurant guides and public listings where available. Menus, prices, branch locations, opening hours and booking availability can change, so check directly before travelling or booking.
