99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai

99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai

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.

Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
471 ratings
5★
80%
4★
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2%
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7%

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The Good Stuff

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Landmark views

Outdoor tables face Burj Khalifa and the fountains, with a reported light show after 19:00.

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Fresh sushi

Multiple diners praised the sushi for its freshness, careful preparation and polished presentation.

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What to Eat at 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai

These items at 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

Food 4

  1. King crab augratin Net +3
    “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.”
  2. Business lunch Net +2
    “Loved it!! Went with friends for the business lunch and we loved every last bite and sip!”
  3. Chocolate fondant Net +2
    “And the chocolate fondant? Simply out of this world!”
  4. Miso soup Net +2
    “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.”
Honorable mentions (21)
  1. 99 Chirashi Net +1
    “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.”
  2. Birthday cake Net +1
    “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.”
  3. Black cod Net +1
    “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 👌🏻”
  4. Business lunch / omakase menu Net +1
    “We had the business lunch / omakase menu and added robata wagyu skewers, chicken gyoza edamame gazpacho and otoro nigiri.”
  5. Japanese taco Net +1
    “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.”
  6. King crab salad Net +1
    “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.”
  7. Lobster sushi Net +1
    “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!”
  8. Matcha based ice cream Net +1
    “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.”
  9. Omakase 10 courses lunch Net +1
    “Our second visit for the Omakase 10 courses lunch. Great place in front of the Burj Kalifa. Delicious food as always.”
  10. Prawn tempura Net +1
    “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 👌🏻”
  11. Quail egg nigri Net +1
    “Then came the star of show “quail egg nigri” sunny side up fried quail egg nigiri, how cool ?!”
  12. Sashimi moriawase Net +1
    “It was such a great experience! The best part was the sashimi moriawase truly a delight. The dessert was an explosion of flavors.”
  13. Sea urchin sashimi Net +1
    “The sea urchin sashimi was one of the highlights: excellent texture and temperature control, presented on ice in a minimalistic, elegant style.”
  14. Set menu Net +1
    “The set menu is well-balanced, making it ideal for a professional yet relaxed dining experience.”
  15. Special edamame Net +1
    “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.”
  16. Tuna salad Net +1
    “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.”
  17. Vegan bricks Net +1
    “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.”
  18. Wagyu goza Net +1
    “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 👌🏻”
  19. Wagyu maki golden bricks Net +1
    “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 👌🏻”
  20. Wagyu tartare Net +1
    “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.”
  21. White chocolate mouse Net +1
    “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…”

Drinks 2

  1. 99 Signature cocktail Net +1
    “The 99 Signature cocktail was also delicious.”
  2. Miyazaki mocktail Net +1
    “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).”
What to Avoid (2)

Food 2

  1. Black cod with miso Net −1
    “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).”
  2. Yakimeshi Net −1
    “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.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Time the show. For the Burj Khalifa light show, consider dining after 19:00.

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Choose outdoors. Sit outside for the strongest Burj Khalifa views, but check conditions first because flies have affected terrace visits.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai
Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Mon12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Tue12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Wed12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Fri12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat12:00 PM – 1:30 AM
Sun12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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Common Concerns

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Hard to find

One diner found the location difficult to locate and inconvenient to reach.

Slow service

A business lunch took 1.75 hours, with coffee still not served when the guests needed to leave.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

2,500 AED

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
DXB
LOCAL

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.

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