Landmark views
Outdoor tables face Burj Khalifa and the fountains, with a reported light show after 19:00.
Downtown Dubai
99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai is a refined Japanese restaurant in Downtown Dubai, with sushi, tasting menus and a polished indoor-outdoor setting. Reviews particularly highlight fresh fish, dishes such as Wagyu tartare and Vegan Bricks, and views towards Burj Khalifa and the fountains—though premium pricing and occasional service lapses are worth noting.
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Outdoor tables face Burj Khalifa and the fountains, with a reported light show after 19:00.
Multiple diners praised the sushi for its freshness, careful preparation and polished presentation.
The tasting menu goes beyond sushi, while the Omakase 10 courses lunch offers a structured meal.
Vegan Bricks stood out as a crispy, avocado-topped vegetarian dish with an unusual presentation.
The elegant interior and terrace create a polished backdrop for dinner, dates and special occasions.
Several reviews describe knowledgeable course pacing and attentive recommendations without intrusive check-ins.
These items at 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
“An innovative sushi place serving some unique dishes. Some items were very good others were ok. #desserts were average. Overall experience was Very Good. Outstanding dishes: King Crab au Gratin. #japanese #taco was also unique. Service was very good and our waiter Ayoub was very friendly and attentive.”
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“An innovative sushi place serving some unique dishes. Some items were very good others were ok. #desserts were average. Overall experience was Very Good. Outstanding dishes: King Crab au Gratin. #japanese #taco was also unique. Service was very good and our waiter Ayoub was very friendly and attentive.”March 2021
“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”May 2025
“Loved it!! Went with friends for the business lunch and we loved every last bite and sip!”
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“Loved it!! Went with friends for the business lunch and we loved every last bite and sip!”September 2022
“So I kept a distance with 99 Sushi Bar for a long time, and finally could not resist and went for a business lunch. Oh God, they made a never ending business lunch with too many courses and each was amazing.”February 2022
“And the chocolate fondant? Simply out of this world!”
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“And the chocolate fondant? Simply out of this world!”November 2024
“We started off with some dates and then came the tuna followed by the most delicious version of miso soup I have ever had and I would like to add here that I am not a miso soup person but this one was really really nice the truffle foam did the trick for me. When you have been fasting you surely want to start off with something not very strong in flavor yet right comforting to the tuna was the not very strong in flavor element and the soup was the comfort element for me.”
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“We started off with some dates and then came the tuna followed by the most delicious version of miso soup I have ever had and I would like to add here that I am not a miso soup person but this one was really really nice the truffle foam did the trick for me. When you have been fasting you surely want to start off with something not very strong in flavor yet right comforting to the tuna was the not very strong in flavor element and the soup was the comfort element for me.”May 2021
“The miso soup (part of the omakase menu) is the best I've ever had in my life!”September 2023
“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”
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“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”November 2025
“I forgot it was my birthday but they did not. We were totally full but could not stop eating the lovely birthday cake as well.”
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“I forgot it was my birthday but they did not. We were totally full but could not stop eating the lovely birthday cake as well.”February 2022
“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”
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“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”May 2025
“We had the business lunch / omakase menu and added robata wagyu skewers, chicken gyoza edamame gazpacho and otoro nigiri.”
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“We had the business lunch / omakase menu and added robata wagyu skewers, chicken gyoza edamame gazpacho and otoro nigiri.”September 2023
“An innovative sushi place serving some unique dishes. Some items were very good others were ok. #desserts were average. Overall experience was Very Good. Outstanding dishes: King Crab au Gratin. #japanese #taco was also unique. Service was very good and our waiter Ayoub was very friendly and attentive.”
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“An innovative sushi place serving some unique dishes. Some items were very good others were ok. #desserts were average. Overall experience was Very Good. Outstanding dishes: King Crab au Gratin. #japanese #taco was also unique. Service was very good and our waiter Ayoub was very friendly and attentive.”March 2021
“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”
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“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”November 2025
“A real birthday treat in a special sushi and meat restaurant! A nice spot overlooking the Burj while devouring on a nice lobster sushi piece. From the crab to the sushi mix, to the tenderloin and lamb chops! An incredible place worth visiting at night to enjoy the views. Hope to be back soon!”
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“A real birthday treat in a special sushi and meat restaurant! A nice spot overlooking the Burj while devouring on a nice lobster sushi piece. From the crab to the sushi mix, to the tenderloin and lamb chops! An incredible place worth visiting at night to enjoy the views. Hope to be back soon!”March 2021
“Finally it was time for dessert - a matcha based ice cream with berries and cocoa powder on the side. It just melts and provides that perfect ending to a sumptuous lunch.”
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“Finally it was time for dessert - a matcha based ice cream with berries and cocoa powder on the side. It just melts and provides that perfect ending to a sumptuous lunch.”May 2026
“Our second visit for the Omakase 10 courses lunch. Great place in front of the Burj Kalifa. Delicious food as always.”
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“Our second visit for the Omakase 10 courses lunch. Great place in front of the Burj Kalifa. Delicious food as always.”May 2026
“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”
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“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”May 2025
“Then came the star of show “quail egg nigri” sunny side up fried quail egg nigiri, how cool ?!”
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“Then came the star of show “quail egg nigri” sunny side up fried quail egg nigiri, how cool ?!”May 2021
“It was such a great experience! The best part was the sashimi moriawase truly a delight. The dessert was an explosion of flavors.”
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“It was such a great experience! The best part was the sashimi moriawase truly a delight. The dessert was an explosion of flavors.”August 2024
“The sea urchin sashimi was one of the highlights: excellent texture and temperature control, presented on ice in a minimalistic, elegant style.”
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“The sea urchin sashimi was one of the highlights: excellent texture and temperature control, presented on ice in a minimalistic, elegant style.”November 2025
“The set menu is well-balanced, making it ideal for a professional yet relaxed dining experience.”
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“The set menu is well-balanced, making it ideal for a professional yet relaxed dining experience.”September 2025
“The food was a bit above average. I’d probably go to other dining establishments to get Japanese in Dubai. The food highlights were the special edamame on the menu, the tuna salad was awesome as well. The dressing was very good. The rolls and nigiri were ok.”
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“The food was a bit above average. I’d probably go to other dining establishments to get Japanese in Dubai. The food highlights were the special edamame on the menu, the tuna salad was awesome as well. The dressing was very good. The rolls and nigiri were ok.”April 2021
“The food was a bit above average. I’d probably go to other dining establishments to get Japanese in Dubai. The food highlights were the special edamame on the menu, the tuna salad was awesome as well. The dressing was very good. The rolls and nigiri were ok.”
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“The food was a bit above average. I’d probably go to other dining establishments to get Japanese in Dubai. The food highlights were the special edamame on the menu, the tuna salad was awesome as well. The dressing was very good. The rolls and nigiri were ok.”April 2021
“The best part of the entire lunch was the Vegan Bricks - 6 small rectangular marvel that’s crispy at the sides and wholesome with avacado, golden leaves etc on the top.”
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“The best part of the entire lunch was the Vegan Bricks - 6 small rectangular marvel that’s crispy at the sides and wholesome with avacado, golden leaves etc on the top.”May 2026
“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”
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“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”May 2025
“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”
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“I ordered King Crab Augratin, Black Cod, Wagyu Goza, Wagyu Maki Golden Bricks & Prawn Tempura and all I can say it is Absolutely delicious! From the first bite, I knew I was in for a treat. It melts in my mouth. Will definitely come back for more. 💯 The server Razaq was so hospitable and recommended us the best food they have 👌🏻”May 2025
“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”
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“Dishes such as the King Crab Salad, Wagyu tartare, toro tartars, and the signature 99 Chirashi showcase thoughtful balance and careful handling of luxury products.”November 2025
“We were full afterwards, but as the desserts also looked amazing we ordered and wow the white chocolate mouse was amazing. What a way to finish…”
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“We were full afterwards, but as the desserts also looked amazing we ordered and wow the white chocolate mouse was amazing. What a way to finish…”September 2022
“The 99 Signature cocktail was also delicious.”
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“The 99 Signature cocktail was also delicious.”May 2026
“I started with Miyazaki Mocktail (a seasonal mocktail that’s thick, tasty and sweet. Shouldn’t ignore the fact that Miyazaki is a premium and one of the most expensive mangoes in the world).”
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“I started with Miyazaki Mocktail (a seasonal mocktail that’s thick, tasty and sweet. Shouldn’t ignore the fact that Miyazaki is a premium and one of the most expensive mangoes in the world).”May 2026
“Food is just so so - the black cod with miso was tad too salty whilst the sashimi was cut too thick (value for money - yes, but destroys the taste).”
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“Food is just so so - the black cod with miso was tad too salty whilst the sashimi was cut too thick (value for money - yes, but destroys the taste).”December 2023
“Then I had Yakimeshi. This was something I expected to seem palatable to me as an Indian (as it is rice based recipe) but wasn’t ok with the taste.”
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“Then I had Yakimeshi. This was something I expected to seem palatable to me as an Indian (as it is rice based recipe) but wasn’t ok with the taste.”May 2026
Time the show. For the Burj Khalifa light show, consider dining after 19:00.
Choose outdoors. Sit outside for the strongest Burj Khalifa views, but check conditions first because flies have affected terrace visits.
Use valet. If driving, reviewers describe parking at the Address valet and taking the lift near the pool.
Try set menus. For a more structured visit, look at the business lunch or Omakase 10 courses lunch.
Ask about pairings. The tasting menu can be paired with wine, so ask about that option if drinks matter to your meal.
Vegetarian options. Vegetarian diners can ask about alternatives; one reviewer singled out Vegan Bricks but disliked the Yakimeshi.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
One diner found the location difficult to locate and inconvenient to reach.
A business lunch took 1.75 hours, with coffee still not served when the guests needed to leave.
Two reviews reported persistent flies on the outdoor terrace, including flies landing on food.
The experience is positioned as an indulgence, and one diner explicitly cautioned that it is not cheap.
One diner said staff gave unclear menu answers and another reported incorrect sake advice.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
two people including a bottle of wine and plenty of food
“We ended up paying 2,500 AED for two people including a bottle of wine and plenty of food”Google review · April 2021
The Bottom Line
99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai is a polished Japanese restaurant in Downtown Dubai, drawing diners for fresh sushi, tasting menus and an indoor-outdoor setting facing Burj Khalifa. The menu is broader than standard sushi: reviews mention Wagyu tartare, King Crab au Gratin, Vegan Bricks and a well-balanced business lunch. The Omakase 10 courses lunch is another recurring choice.
The terrace is the main atmospheric draw, with views towards Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, the fountains and, according to one diner, a light show after 19:00. It suits birthdays, business lunches, dates and group meals, with reviews also mentioning a private room and smoking bar area. Service is often attentive and helpful, though experiences vary; some diners praised menu guidance while others found staff knowledge inconsistent.
Plan the route before arriving: one review found the location hard to find, while another described using Address valet and a lift near the pool. Outdoor seating gives the best landmark view, but flies have been a serious nuisance in some visits. This is an indulgent, premium-priced restaurant rather than a casual sushi stop.
One reported bill was 2,500 AED for two people with a bottle of wine and plenty of food.