The best Japanese brunch in Dubai is Clap in DIFC, for its robata-and-sushi spread and lively Saturday room. SushiSamba on Level 51 of the Palm is the best rooftop option, Mimi Kakushi wins on atmosphere and cocktails, and Akira Back and 99 Sushi Bar round out the five. Budget AED 350–550 per person for a soft package, more with house drinks.
Japanese brunch in Dubai has quietly become one of the strongest weekend formats in the city — less about a party and more about unlimited sushi, robata skewers and hot plates coming to the table. We have sat through all five of these across 2025 and 2026. Here is how they compare, then the detail on each.
Best Japanese Brunch in Dubai at a Glance
| Restaurant | Area | Price for two (AED) | Signature Dish | Our Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clap | DIFC | ~900–1,300 | Robata wagyu & sushi platter | 9.1 / 10 |
| Mimi Kakushi | Jumeirah Beach | ~1,000–1,500 | Black cod & 1920s cocktails | 9.0 / 10 |
| SushiSamba | Palm Jumeirah | ~1,100–1,700 | Yellowtail taquitos & robata | 8.8 / 10 |
| Akira Back | Palm Jumeirah | ~1,000–1,500 | Tuna pizza & Korean-Japanese plates | 8.7 / 10 |
| 99 Sushi Bar | DIFC | ~950–1,400 | Nigiri & sashimi selection | 8.5 / 10 |
Which Japanese Brunch Should You Book?
Clap — DIFC
Clap is our top Japanese brunch in Dubai: a big, good-looking DIFC room that runs a sushi-and-robata format with genuine kitchen depth. The wagyu robata and the sushi platters are the highlights, and the Saturday crowd gives it energy without tipping into a full party brunch. Book a booth if you can.
Order: the wagyu robata skewers and the signature maki. Read our full Clap Dubai review →
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Mimi Kakushi — Jumeirah Beach
Mimi Kakushi wins on atmosphere: a 1920s Osaka-inspired room at the Four Seasons with a live band and strong cocktails. The brunch leans elegant rather than rowdy, and the black cod and truffle-heavy plates are worth the ticket. This is the pick for a stylish, cocktail-led Japanese brunch.
Order: the miso black cod and the crispy rice.
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SushiSamba — Palm Jumeirah
SushiSamba on Level 51 of the St Regis has the best view of any Japanese brunch in Dubai — a rooftop terrace over the Palm and Marina skyline. The Nikkei-Brazilian menu means robata and ceviche alongside the sushi, and the room builds toward a livelier finish. Book a window or terrace table.
Order: yellowtail taquitos and wagyu gyoza. See the SushiSamba menu & prices →
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Akira Back — Palm Jumeirah
Akira Back at the W Dubai brings the chef's Korean-Japanese crossover to brunch: the famous tuna pizza, bold hot plates and a menu that is more adventurous than most sushi brunches. The room is sleek and dark, and the kitchen is confident. A good pick if you want Japanese with a Korean edge.
Order: the tuna pizza and the AB tacos.
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99 Sushi Bar — DIFC
99 Sushi Bar is the most sushi-purist of the five: a Spanish-Japanese group with a serious nigiri and sashimi counter in DIFC. The brunch is more restrained and food-focused, which is exactly the point if you care more about the fish than the party. Sit at the counter for the best of it.
Order: the nigiri selection and the toro.
Book a Table →How Much Does a Japanese Brunch in Dubai Cost?
Expect roughly AED 350–550 per person for a soft-drinks package and AED 550–800 per person for a house-beverage package, depending on the venue and the day. For two people, that puts a typical table between AED 900 and AED 1,600. SushiSamba and Mimi Kakushi sit at the higher end for the view and the room; Clap and 99 Sushi Bar are marginally better value for the food you get.
What Makes a Good Japanese Brunch?
The best Japanese brunches share three things: unlimited sushi and robata rather than a fixed set menu, a kitchen that keeps the fish fresh across the whole service, and a room that fits the mood you want — lively at Clap and SushiSamba, more elegant at Mimi Kakushi and 99 Sushi Bar. If a "Japanese brunch" is really a buffet with a sushi corner, skip it; all five here plate to order.
Your Questions Answered
What is the best Japanese brunch in Dubai?
Clap in DIFC is our top pick, for its robata-and-sushi spread and lively room. SushiSamba on the Palm is the best rooftop option, and Mimi Kakushi is the strongest for atmosphere and cocktails.
How much does a Japanese brunch in Dubai cost?
Expect roughly AED 350–550 per person for a soft-drinks package and AED 550–800 per person for house beverages. For two people, budget AED 900–1,600 with a mid-tier package.
Which Japanese brunch in Dubai has the best view?
SushiSamba on Level 51 of the St Regis, Palm Jumeirah, has the best view — a rooftop terrace across the Palm and Marina skyline. Book a sunset or window table.
Do Japanese brunches in Dubai serve sushi and robata free-flow?
Most run a set or semi-set format with unlimited sharing plates from the sushi and robata sections, plus a drinks package. Clap and 99 Sushi Bar lean sushi-heavy; Akira Back and SushiSamba add more robata and hot plates.
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