BADA Restaurant - Japanese and Pan Asian Restaurant

Name: BADA Restaurant - Japanese and Pan Asian Restaurant
Address: Novotel Suites - Sheikh Zayed Rd - near Mall Of Emirates, Al Barsha, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971502768286

Al Barsha

Japanese restaurant 0 502 768 286

BADA is a Japanese and Pan Asian restaurant in Al Barsha, with sushi, sashimi, ramen and Korean favourites on the menu. Reviews particularly highlight fresh nigiri and rich ramen, while the calm, softly lit setting suits a quiet dinner or catch-up more than a large group gathering.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

391 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fresh sushi

Sushi, sashimi and nigiri are repeatedly praised for freshness, careful presentation and flavour.

Rich ramen

The ramen broth is described as deep, creamy and comforting, with balanced toppings and strong umami.

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What to Eat at BADA Restaurant - Japanese and Pan Asian Restaurant

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of BADA Restaurant - Japanese and Pan Asian Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 5

Sushi Net +14

“Lovely cute place. The sushi was really fresh and we got to see the chef in action while waiting for our food.”
Ramen Net +4

“Their ramen was so good. Another good ramen in town 🫶”
Sashimi Net +4

“The rolls and sashimi were tasty, and their service was excellent.”
Korean fried chicken Net +2

“Tasty korean fried chicken.”
Nigiri platter Net +2

“Incredible sushi and set menus! HIGHLY recommend. You absolutely must get the nigiri platter, everything was incredibly fresh. The ambience was also perfect.”

Honorable mentions (34)

Tteokbokki Net +1

“My favorite dish was the tteokbokki. Unfortunately it didn’t make it to this review because inhaled it the moment we were served.”
Aburi salmon rolls Net +1

“The aburi salmon rolls were warm and soft, with a light char on top that gave them a nice smoky aroma. The seasoning was just right, and the nori served standing upright was a unique and thoughtful touch.”
California maki Net +1

“Lunch at BADA, tried the wagyu miso ramen and the california maki. Both taste great, just thought that the wagti would be slices and not ground. The raven broth tasted good.”
Cheesecake Net +1

“The dishes were bursting with flavor and the cheesecake was the smoothest.”
Chicken ramen Net +1

“Try the matcha beer and chicken ramen 👍 staff are friendly and professional, and a nice relaxed atmosphere”
Dassai 39 Net +1

“To elevate the meal even further, I paired it with a glass of Dassai 39. The sake had a wonderfully smooth and delicate profile, perfectly complementing the richness of the sashimi and nigiri. I also enjoyed a crisp and refreshing Asahi beer, which added a nice contrast to the meal, making the entire experience even more satisfying.”
Dragon roll Net +1

“next we ordered the dragon roll that was amazing, full of flavour.”
Flying salmon Net +1

“The food is nothing short of exceptional. The Flying Salmon is a must-try! The presentation alone is a master class!”
Fried chicken wings Net +1

“Second, everything tastes great, from the first salad and appetizers (tuna tartare, fried chicken wings, etc.) to the main sushi and nigiri set dishes without a single failure.”
Gyeran-jjim with cheese Net +1

“The tempura was fried in clean oil, light and crispy, and the gyeran-jjim with cheese was carefully prepared and delicious.”
Hansang grill Net +1

“Staff very helpful and I opted for the Hansang Grill over the sushi as I didn’t want California Roll. They also generously provided an extra tempura selection in place of the volcano egg.”
Imperial wagyu ramen Net +1

“I indulged in the Imperial Wagyu Ramen, and let me tell you, the flavors were out of this world! It was such a rich and mind-blowing experience.”
Japchae Net +1

“Good tteokbokki and japchae.”
Korean pancake Net +1

“I came for Korean pancake and they offered an assortment of pancakes, shrimp was the best one - others were more like an omelet.”
La galing Net +1

“every dish we had were AMAZING. We had the Korean fried chicken, salmon bloom roll and the La galing.”
Mango mochi Net +1

“The rolls, soy fried chicken and salmon pizza were great! The rolls come with savory sauce and the salmon pizza was very unique and delicious. The mango mochi was full of ice cream and nice too. Staff was friendly, and the music was good. I highly recommend this place 5/5”
Mochi ice cream Net +1

“The sushi was incredibly delicious. The rice was chewy and flavorful. The sashimi and eel melted in my mouth as soon as I took a bite. This place might become the best sushi restaurant in Dubai. All the staff are very friendly and respond quickly. I also recommend the mochi ice cream for dessert.😊”
Nigiri set dishes Net +1

“Second, everything tastes great, from the first salad and appetizers (tuna tartare, fried chicken wings, etc.) to the main sushi and nigiri set dishes without a single failure.”
Nigiri sushi platter Net +1

“We also ordered the nigiri sushi platter which I absolutely adored. Each nigiri was amazing, with a hint of wasabi and such soft melt in your mouth texture.”
Otoro Net +1

“I am Japanese, and I was genuinely impressed by the quality of the sushi. The taste was excellent, and I was especially happy to find otoro on the menu.”
Sake Net +1

“Bada restaurant is serving authentic Japanese food. They have literally the best sushi in town. And the Wagyu Sando was melting by the first bite. All ingredients are so fresh and even Sake and draft beer is refreshing. If you couldn't find any proper Sushi places in dubai(just like me... who's from that part of the world), Bada is the best option to have the real Sushi. About Parking, you can park your car in the parking lot of the Novotel Suite without any issues.”
Salmon bloom roll Net +1

“every dish we had were AMAZING. We had the Korean fried chicken, salmon bloom roll and the La galing.”
Salmon pizza Net +1

“The rolls, soy fried chicken and salmon pizza were great! The rolls come with savory sauce and the salmon pizza was very unique and delicious. The mango mochi was full of ice cream and nice too. Staff was friendly, and the music was good. I highly recommend this place 5/5”
Sashimi platter Net +1

“I ordered the sashimi platter and nigiri platter, and both exceeded my expectations. The variety of fish was impressive, with each piece tasting incredibly fresh and vibrant. The presentation was meticulous, and the flavors were well-balanced, allowing the quality of the fish to shine.”
Soju Net +1

“hight quality food and we love soju so they got great selection of that.”
Soy fried chicken Net +1

“The rolls, soy fried chicken and salmon pizza were great! The rolls come with savory sauce and the salmon pizza was very unique and delicious. The mango mochi was full of ice cream and nice too. Staff was friendly, and the music was good. I highly recommend this place 5/5”
Sushi set Net +1

“Highly recommend the weekday lunch! We had the sushi set and it was amazing, great portion size and fantastic flavor. Just a heads-up, the sushi set is available only from 1 PM.”
Tempura Net +1

“The tempura was fried in clean oil, light and crispy, and the gyeran-jjim with cheese was carefully prepared and delicious.”
Tuna tartare Net +1

“Second, everything tastes great, from the first salad and appetizers (tuna tartare, fried chicken wings, etc.) to the main sushi and nigiri set dishes without a single failure.”
Volcano roll Net +1

“The volcano roll had us in love and it was hard not to order it again and again. She also comes and blowtorches the volcano roll which just added the cherry on top.”
Wagyu miso ramen Net +1

“Lunch at BADA, tried the wagyu miso ramen and the california maki. Both taste great, just thought that the wagti would be slices and not ground. The raven broth tasted good.”
Wagyu ramen Net +1

“Wagyu Ramen - 8.3 ❤‍🔥”
Wagyu sando Net +1

“Bada restaurant is serving authentic Japanese food. They have literally the best sushi in town. And the Wagyu Sando was melting by the first bite. All ingredients are so fresh and even Sake and draft beer is refreshing. If you couldn't find any proper Sushi places in dubai(just like me... who's from that part of the world), Bada is the best option to have the real Sushi. About Parking, you can park your car in the parking lot of the Novotel Suite without any issues.”
Kimchi Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Kimchi is made in-house and delicious.”

Drinks 4

Asahi beer Net +1

“To elevate the meal even further, I paired it with a glass of Dassai 39. The sake had a wonderfully smooth and delicate profile, perfectly complementing the richness of the sashimi and nigiri. I also enjoyed a crisp and refreshing Asahi beer, which added a nice contrast to the meal, making the entire experience even more satisfying.”
Draft beer Net +1

“Bada restaurant is serving authentic Japanese food. They have literally the best sushi in town. And the Wagyu Sando was melting by the first bite. All ingredients are so fresh and even Sake and draft beer is refreshing. If you couldn't find any proper Sushi places in dubai(just like me... who's from that part of the world), Bada is the best option to have the real Sushi. About Parking, you can park your car in the parking lot of the Novotel Suite without any issues.”
Matcha beer Net +1

“Try the matcha beer and chicken ramen 👍 staff are friendly and professional, and a nice relaxed atmosphere”
Matcha mochi Net +1

“Their matcha mochi is a must-try and a perfect sweet ending to an amazing meal!”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Matcha cake Net −1

“Worst of all, the matcha cake, it’s too hard. I think it’s not freshly made on the day. There’s not much matcha taste. I only had one bite. All of above I can accept, but this is unacceptable. I made a complain as well.”
Steamed egg Net −1

“The steamed egg was burnt on the bottom, which clearly shows a lack of care in food preparation.”
Tofu stew Net −1

“Tofu stew should use soft tofu, not medium firm. There were only 3 cubes of tofu.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Time lunch. If you want the weekday sushi set, arrive from 1 PM because the set is only available then.

Book small. Keep group plans compact or check ahead, as one reviewer said the small dining room could not fit a large group.

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Practical details

Novotel Suites - Sheikh Zayed Rd - near Mall Of Emirates

Al Barsha First - Al Barsha, Dubai

0 502 768 286

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Common Concerns

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Small venue

The restaurant is quite small and may not be able to accommodate large groups comfortably.

Food inconsistency

One diner found the tteokbokki stale, so freshness may not be equally reliable across every dish.

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The Bottom Line

BADA is a Japanese and Pan Asian restaurant in Al Barsha that suits diners who want sushi alongside Korean comfort food. The strongest review pattern is around fresh sushi, sashimi and nigiri, with the nigiri platter and volcano roll receiving especially enthusiastic mentions. Ramen is another reliable draw: diners describe the broth as rich, creamy and comforting, with the wagyu version appearing often in reviews.

The room is small, calm and softly lit, making it a better fit for a date, quiet dinner or catch-up than a large celebration. Service is generally warm and attentive, and one billing mistake was handled smoothly after payment had already been made. Drinks also get attention, including sake, draft beer, cocktails and a matcha beer.

There are practical details to note. The weekday sushi set is available only from 1 PM, and the location can be a little hard to find. Parking is mentioned at the Novotel Suite, although reviews differ on whether the available parking is paid or free, so it is worth checking when you arrive.

Most feedback is strongly positive, but consistency is not perfect: one diner found stale tteokbokki and another reported a burnt steamed egg. Korean-food purists may also find some portions and preparations less traditional.