Best Sushi in Dubai
Dubai has one of the strongest sushi scenes in the Middle East. The city's Japanese restaurant landscape covers every tier — from authentic sushi counters with Japanese chefs and imported fish to upscale omakase experiences and creative Nikkei fusion. The quality of the fish available in Dubai, sourced globally and arriving fresh multiple times a week, means the best sushi here competes with major cities worldwide.
Places UAE helps you find top sushi restaurants near you and earn cashback when you dine.
Traditional Sushi vs Fusion in Dubai
Traditional sushi — nigiri, sashimi, maki — is available at authentic Japanese restaurants across Dubai. The best of these import fish directly from Toyosu Market in Japan and maintain the discipline of Japanese technique. For a genuine omakase experience, DIFC and Downtown Dubai have several options where the chef decides the menu based on the day's best fish.
Dubai also has a thriving fusion sushi scene. Nikkei cuisine (Japanese-Peruvian) is particularly popular, with restaurants like Nobu and their peers serving creative rolls and ceviches that blend the citrus notes of Peruvian cooking with the clean flavours of Japanese fish.
Best Areas for Sushi in Dubai
DIFC and Downtown Dubai have the highest concentration of upscale sushi and Japanese restaurants. Dubai Marina has several good mid-range options. Palm Jumeirah's hotel restaurants are reliable for high-end Japanese dining. For more casual, neighbourhood sushi at reasonable prices, JLT and Business Bay have solid options.
Cashback on Sushi in Dubai
Pay through Places UAE at partnered Japanese and sushi restaurants to earn cashback on every bill. Works across the price range, from casual sushi spots to upscale omakase counters.
Where to eat sushi with cashback
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11 Places partner restaurants serve sushi. Pay through the app and earn cashback on the bill — no coupons, no vouchers.
10% cashbackSushi Fashion
Cucumber Maki Rolls 16
Avocado Maki Rolls 18
Sesame Calimaki Rolls 22
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- Cucumber Maki Rolls 16
- Avocado Maki Rolls 18
- Sesame Calimaki Rolls 22
10% cashbackKikko's Sushi & Meat
Cucumber Hoso Maki 36.75
Tamagoyaki Nigiri 42
Avocado Hoso Maki 42
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Menu items and prices come from the venues' own Places menus and can change. Cashback rates and eligible hours vary by venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best omakase in Dubai?
DIFC and Downtown Dubai have several respected omakase counters where Japanese chefs serve a curated sequence of courses based on the day's best fish. These tend to require advance booking.
Is the sushi fish fresh in Dubai?
Yes. Top Japanese restaurants in Dubai import fish from Japan's Toyosu Market multiple times a week. The quality at the best restaurants is genuinely excellent.
Can I earn cashback on sushi in Dubai?
Yes — find a partnered sushi restaurant on Places UAE, pay through the app, and cashback is credited to your wallet.
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