The Best Sushi Spots to Try In Dubai

Love sushi? Looking for the best sushi restaurants in Dubai? We’ve rounded up some of the top options for sushi in the city, from high end, elegant restaurants to more casual sushi spots, there’s something to suit everyone’s taste.

Zuma

Gate Village DIFC

On the hunt for sushi around DIFC? Head to Zuma. This trendy and sophisticated award-winning restaurant serves contemporary Japanese cuisine, including a huge selection of sushi, and has won many fans around the globe. Their business lunch deal (AED159 for miso soup and 2 dishes, available Monday-Friday) has a range of different sushi dishes on it and the brunch on Saturday doesn’t disappoint with the sushi offering either! With a DJ every night, the evenings in this cool spot bring a buzzing atmosphere, perfect for an exquisite cocktail and a side of some of the best sushi in Dubai.

Open: Monday - Friday 12PM - 3.30PM & 6.30PM - 12AM | Saturday 1.30PM - 4PM & 6.30PM - 1AM | Sunday 12PM - 4PM & 6.30PM - 1AM

Bookings: 04 425 5660

OKKU 

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah

This sophisticated dining spot is perfect if you’re looking for a sushi restaurant on the Palm. Featuring a 20-metre long sushi station, the skilled chefs put on a spectacular show as they flex their talents. The menu isn’t short of sushi choices - you’re sorted for meat, vegetarian and seafood options. Special occasion or just can’t decide? We recommend trying the Omakase platter - a chef’s special selection of nigiri, maki and sashimi (a premium platter will set you back AED999 for 49 pieces, signature is 35 pieces for AED399 and classic is 24 pieces for AED299). 

Open: Saturday 1PM - 6PM 7 8PM - 3AM | Sunday - Friday 7PM - 1AM

Bookings: 04 666 1566

SUSHISAMBA

St Regis Palm Jumeirah 

No sushi listing would be complete without the legendary SUSHISAMBA. Located on the 51st floor of the St Regis, the incredible views are matched by equally impressive food - their Japanese-Peruvian fusion menu never fails to impress. Try their great, slightly more wallet-friendly business lunch deal (AED169 for 2 courses) or make a reservation for the evening, where you’ll find entertainment and a buzzing atmosphere. There’s a huge choice of sushi on the menu - our favourites are the Samba Sushi (the wagyu beef is fantastic) and the California classic roll. 

‍Open: Daily 12PM - 3PM 6PM - 2AM

Bookings: 04 278 4888

Akira Back

W Dubai The Palm

Akira Back ticks the box if you’re looking for sushi with a view. Whether you’re seated inside or pull up a pew outside on their terrace, there are stunning views of the Dubai skyline - making it a great summer spot that still has a gorgeous backdrop. The cuisine is Japanese with a Korean twist and sushi is a big part of their menu. We love their ‘hot mess’ (AED90) and ‘cow-wow’ (AED105) signature rolls. They have a popular ladies night on Monday - from 7PM - 11PM women can enjoy 2 hours of selected beverages and sharing platters (including sushi) for AED250. 

Open: Sunday - Friday 7PM - 11.30PM | Saturday 1PM - 4.30PM & 7PM - 11.30PM

Booking: 04 245 5800

Samurai Sushi & Grill

Jumeirah Beach Road Jumeirah 3

Looking for reasonably-priced sushi that doesn’t break the bank? Not fussed about a glamorous restaurant? The small and friendly Samurai Sushi & Grill in Jumeirah offers sushi for a wallet-friendly price. 2 pieces will set you back an average of AED25 and they have a range of sushi platters available, meaning you can feed the family for less than AED200. Feeling hungry? They have all you can eat sushi for only AED99, available all day, every day! What a bargain! 

Open: daily 2PM - 12AM

Booking: 04 347 1102

Nobu 

Atlantis The Palm Jumeirah 

Located in the iconic Atlantis The Palm, Nobu offers an Asian fine dining experience with a view. For first time diners, they recommend trying 2 or 3 cold dishes followed by 2 or 3 hot choices. The sushi selection is large and it’s a definite highlight of the menu - personal favourites include the spicy tuna and shrimp tempura. Prices are on the steeper side for portion size but it’s to be expected with a name as famous as Nobu. It’s definitely a memorable experience and one sure to leave a lasting impression. 

Open: Monday - Thursday 6PM - 1AM | Friday - Sunday 12.30PM - 3PM & 6PM - 1.30AM

Bookings: 04 426 0760

Sushi Me

The Plaza Sustainable City

For sushi around the Arabian ranches area, head to the serene Sustainable City and straight into Sushi Me in the plaza. The restaurant is small and service is friendly, and you’ll find a number of intimate tables. In the cooler months, take a seat under the fairy lights at a table in the plaza. There’s a huge range of sushi available and, as the name suggests, it’s their speciality! Looking for something different? Try one of their sushi burgers or their fruit roll, the perfect dessert for sushi lovers. 

Open: daily 11.30AM - 11PM

Bookings: 04 422 0842

Le Bistro By Salmontini

Precinct Building 3 DIFC

This neighborhood bistro is perfect if you’re looking for sushi in DIFC. Renowned for its seafood, we can’t go past their amazing weekend deal - only AED159 for unlimited sushi, available Friday - Sunday. It’s great for little sushi-lovers too, as children can enjoy unlimited sushi too for AED75. The deal even includes edamame or miso soup to start! There during the week? The regular menu has a range of sushi, and you can have 8 pieces for an average AED60 - good value for the quality and taste. 

Open: daily 8AM - 10PM

Bookings: 04 388 2468

CLAP

DIFC Gate Village Trade Centre

Looking for somewhere special for sushi? Just 10 minutes walk or a 4 minute hop in a taxi from the Museum of the Future - and with Burj Khalifa views - this sensory Japanese restaurant never fails to impress. The open kitchen lets you see the chefs at their craft and the outdoor terrace offers incredible views of the skyline. Join them for their Sunday sushi special with 2 hours of unlimited sushi and rolls from 1PM - 4PM for only AED175 per person. It’s a family affair, too - they offer children’s entertainment in Ongaku so everyone is happy!

Open: 1PM - 3AM Saturday - Sunday | 12PM - 3AM Monday - Friday

Bookings: +971 4569 3820

TOMO

Raffles Hotel Wafi

With authentic Japanese food from Japanese chefs, at TOMO you’ll find delicious sushi and a great atmosphere. The choice of sushi and maki on the menu is vast; if you can’t decide, choose the Chef’s selection of 5 different types of sushi for AED150, 8 different types for AED215 or 10 different types of sushi for AED300. Our tip? Choose a table at the sushi bar so you can watch the talented chefs work their magic right in front of you. 

Open: daily 12.30PM - 3PM | 6.30PM - 12AM

Bookings: 04 357 7888