Nobu by the Beach at Atlantis The Royal is the casual sister concept to Nobu Dubai (which sits upstairs at Atlantis The Palm next door). Same Nobuyuki Matsuhisa-Robert De Niro kitchen DNA, completely different idiom: beachfront terrace, daytime service, lighter menu, music up after 4pm.
We've eaten here six times — twice at lunch, twice at sunset, twice at dinner. The verdict: this is one of the best sushi-and-sunset combinations on Palm Jumeirah right now, and at lunch it's a stealth value play.
Currently open as of May 2026.
The Setting: Palm Beach, Sunset Side
The room sits on the West-facing beach at Atlantis Royal — sun-drenched until 4pm, then the terrace becomes one of the most-photographed sunset spots on the Palm. Cabanas, beach loungers (separate booking), and dining tables under shade structures.
Indoor dining room is air-conditioned with floor-to-ceiling glass facing the beach. Bar runs along the back wall. Music programmed by an in-house resident DJ; daytime is house-light, sunset is more energetic.
Family-friendly until 6pm; 21+ vibe after 8pm. Kids' menu available.
The Food: Lighter Nobu
The menu is structured for casual rather than tasting-menu dining. Sushi rolls, sashimi, robata items, salads, and a dedicated 'snack' section designed for sharing alongside cocktails. The signature Nobu canon — black cod miso, yellowtail jalapeño — is on the menu but priced lower than at the main Nobu (AED 175 vs AED 195 for black cod).
The Five Must-Orders
Black Cod with Miso
Same recipe as main Nobu — den miso marinade, grilled to caramelised. AED 20 cheaper than upstairs and identical in execution. The dish that earns the trip.
Salmon New Style Tacos (3)
Three crispy seaweed taco shells, salmon ceviche, jalapeño, ponzu. Designed for beach-club eating — neat, two-bite portions, holds well in heat. Best snack on the menu.
Yellowtail Sashimi Yuzu
Six slices of hamachi over yuzu-soy with crispy garlic chips. The cleanest dish on the menu and the right pre-sunset opener.
Sushi Platter (16 pieces)
Mixed nigiri and rolls — 16 pieces, designed for a table of four. Includes rainbow roll, dragon roll, salmon nigiri. The room's value play for groups.
Lychee Martini
House signature — lychee, sake, vodka, fresh ginger. Order it at 5pm and watch the Atlantis Royal sunset over the Palm fronds.
The Menu — What to Order, What to Skip
| Dish | Category | Price (AED) | Order? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Cod Miso | Hot | 175 | SIGNATURE |
| Salmon New Style Tacos (3) | Snack | 95 | MUST |
| Yellowtail Sashimi Yuzu | Cold | 145 | Order |
| Rock Shrimp Tempura | Hot | 115 | Order |
| Sushi Platter (16pc) | Set | 395 | FOR GROUPS |
| Beachside Lunch Set | Set | 195pp | VALUE |
| Wagyu Sliders (3) | Hot | 145 | Casual |
| Lychee Martini | Drinks | 95 | Sunset |
| Nobu Roll Selection | Sushi | From 65 | Casual |
The Verdict
Nobu by the Beach is what you wished beach-club food was. Same kitchen pedigree as the main Nobu, lighter menu, half the formality, similar quality on the signatures. The lunch set at AED 195pp is the entry point most Dubai locals don't know about and one of the city's quiet bargains for fine-dining-quality cooking.
Our Scorecard
Why It's Worth It
- Same kitchen DNA as Nobu Dubai upstairs
- Lunch set at AED 195pp is a stealth bargain
- Best beachfront sunset spot at Atlantis Royal
- Black cod cheaper than main Nobu
- Family-friendly until 6pm
- Full Nobu cocktail program
Things to Know
- Less omakase / no tasting menu
- Books 1–2 weeks for prime sunset
- Hot lunch outdoor in summer is rough
- Service slightly slower than main Nobu
- Beach-club ticket separate (cabana booking)
- Music up after 8pm — not for quiet dinner
If you want the Nobu signatures without the AED 1,800-for-two main Nobu spend, this is the room. Lunch set is the cleanest entry point. Sunset cocktails on the terrace are the best non-fine-dining beach-club move on Palm Jumeirah right now.
Compare against: Nobu Dubai upstairs at Atlantis The Palm — main flagship, fuller menu, formal room. Cove Beach at Bluewaters is the head-to-head beach-club sushi peer; Nobu by the Beach edges on food, Cove edges on pool.
How to Book / Get There
Nobu by the Beach uses Atlantis Royal SevenRooms.
Sunset (5–7pm) Fri/Sat: 1–2 weeks ahead.
Lunch: 3–5 days, often same-day weekday.
Cabana booking (separate): 2 weeks ahead, AED 1,500–3,000 minimum spend.
Best tables: Outdoor terrace tables 7–10 (sunset-side, beach view). Indoor banquette 4 if outdoor unavailable.
Parking: Atlantis Royal valet — complimentary 4 hours.
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Your Questions Answered
Is Nobu by the Beach the same as Nobu Dubai?
No — different concepts at different properties. Nobu Dubai is the main flagship at Atlantis The Palm (formal, full menu). Nobu by the Beach is the casual beachfront sister at Atlantis The Royal next door. Same kitchen DNA.
How much does Nobu by the Beach cost?
AED 350–600 per person. The lunch set at AED 195pp is the value entry. Two people at sunset with cocktails usually lands around AED 800–1,200.
What should I order?
Black cod miso (AED 175), salmon new-style tacos (AED 95), yellowtail sashimi yuzu (AED 145), and a lychee martini for sunset.
Can I book a cabana?
Yes — separate booking via Atlantis Royal Beach Club. AED 1,500–3,000 minimum spend depending on day and cabana size.
Is it open in 2026?
Yes — confirmed not on the April 2026 Atlantis pause list.
What's the dress code?
Beach smart-casual. Cover-ups required at the dining tables. Swimwear-only OK at the cabanas.
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