Rich broth
Customers repeatedly praise the deep, creamy broth, especially in the tonkotsu, miso and Chef’s Special bowls.
Daikan Ramen - JLT
Jumeirah Lake Towers
Daikan Ramen is a compact Japanese ramen restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers, known for rich, creamy broths and well-cooked noodles. The Chef’s Special, spicy miso ramen, chicken gyoza and takoyaki give you plenty to explore, including a well-liked vegetarian bowl.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,378 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Veggie bowl
The Veggie OG made one reviewer double-check that it contained no meat, making it a standout vegetarian choice.
Noodle texture
Reviews describe the noodles as thick, chewy and consistently well cooked, with a satisfying bite.
Gyoza
Chicken and beef gyoza are praised for juicy fillings, flavour and, when requested, a crisp pan-fried base.
Cozy setting
The small, dark interior has a relaxed, Japanese-style atmosphere that many diners find welcoming.
Friendly service
Several reviews mention warm, attentive staff and quick food delivery, particularly at quieter visits.
What to Eat at Daikan Ramen - JLT How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Daikan Ramen - JLT, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Daikan Ramen - JLT, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
Food 6
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Takoyaki Net +5
“The Takoyaki is so good, with the ginger mayo/creamy Base ufff and the gyozas delicious”
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Review excerpts
“The Takoyaki is so good, with the ginger mayo/creamy Base ufff and the gyozas delicious”February 2024
“We also ordered Takoyaki, and it didn't disappoint.”June 2022
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Chicken karage Net +3
“- chicken karage - 9.5/10 It is so good, i might come back specifically for this, the chicken is crispy, soft and juicy, paired well with the sauce they provide. If you order ramen you must order this, its the perfect pairing.”
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“- chicken karage - 9.5/10 It is so good, i might come back specifically for this, the chicken is crispy, soft and juicy, paired well with the sauce they provide. If you order ramen you must order this, its the perfect pairing.”June 2024
“I also tried the karaage which was crunchy on the outside with a delicious golden brown breading. Again, not too salty but a high degree of care and focus on delivering excellent flavour.”February 2025
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Spicy miso ramen (chicken) Net +3
“- Spicy Miso Ramen (chicken) - 9/10 So, spicy miso and the chefs special have the same broth and i realized it wasnt the broth i hated last time but its the toppings, the chicken chashu & veal bacon, which changes the broth flavour. The broth is still on the milky/creamy side but doesnt have the weird after taste that chefs special noodles had & felt light on the stomach.”
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Review excerpts
“- Spicy Miso Ramen (chicken) - 9/10 So, spicy miso and the chefs special have the same broth and i realized it wasnt the broth i hated last time but its the toppings, the chicken chashu & veal bacon, which changes the broth flavour. The broth is still on the milky/creamy side but doesnt have the weird after taste that chefs special noodles had & felt light on the stomach.”June 2024
“Amazing ramen restaurant! Spicy miso ramen (chicken) is so delicious as well as Chef’s special ramen! So far the best ramen we’ve tried in Dubai. Definitely coming back. Too sad that they are not on Deliveroo and don’t deliver from the restaurant. But it’s ok, I’m definitely coming to try more things from the menu. The food is 10/10 but service could be better, some of the waitresses could be more polite (I had a small request about cleaning the table, she couldn’t hide her annoyance).”November 2024
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Chicken gyoza Net +2
“The food was absolutely delicious, the TanTan Ramen was rich, flavourful, and perfectly comforting, and the Chicken Gyoza were fresh, juicy, and packed with taste. Every bite was satisfying!”
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Review excerpts
“The food was absolutely delicious, the TanTan Ramen was rich, flavourful, and perfectly comforting, and the Chicken Gyoza were fresh, juicy, and packed with taste. Every bite was satisfying!”February 2026
“- Chicken gyoza - 9.5/10 This was really good, do try it with chilli oil as well. I got my dumplings very lightly pan-fried but staff was very kind to remake my dumpling upon request as i wanted it to be panfried well so it had a crispy base to it.”June 2024
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Chicken katsu Net +2
“I also ordered one chicken Katsu which was crispy on the outside & chicken was juicy inside.”
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Review excerpts
“I also ordered one chicken Katsu which was crispy on the outside & chicken was juicy inside.”January 2026
“OMG! I absolutely loved the ramen, takoyaki, and chicken katsu.”December 2025
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Miso ramen Net +2
“My soul search for the best ramen is still on the run but this ramen house is still.. and I guess will always be my 1st love. Though the place was very small (I went to the DIFC branch).. its always crowded. I cant remember how many times I went to this place and how many times their miso ramen served as my “therapist” on my gloomiest day. The taste is sooo satisfying from the 1st sip and the noodles has a life of its own. Its not just about the taste that makes me come back but most especially.. that experience of connection to the food. No no.. Im not a food expert, just a well satisfied ramen addict. One of the best. Congratulations and keep it up!”
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Review excerpts
“My soul search for the best ramen is still on the run but this ramen house is still.. and I guess will always be my 1st love. Though the place was very small (I went to the DIFC branch).. its always crowded. I cant remember how many times I went to this place and how many times their miso ramen served as my “therapist” on my gloomiest day. The taste is sooo satisfying from the 1st sip and the noodles has a life of its own. Its not just about the taste that makes me come back but most especially.. that experience of connection to the food. No no.. Im not a food expert, just a well satisfied ramen addict. One of the best. Congratulations and keep it up!”July 2023
“The food here is amazing. I ordered miso ramen and my husband ordered chef special ramen. Both top notch.”January 2026
Honorable mentions (6)
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Beef gyoza Net +1
“Honestly amazing food. We had the beef gyoza and the miso aubergine - both were amazing, specially the surprise of the miso aubergine’s flavours and the juiciness of the gyoza.”
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“Honestly amazing food. We had the beef gyoza and the miso aubergine - both were amazing, specially the surprise of the miso aubergine’s flavours and the juiciness of the gyoza.”May 2025
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Hibiscus with ice Net +1
“Hibiscus with ice was a perfect match with ramen.”
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Review excerpts
“Hibiscus with ice was a perfect match with ramen.”May 2023
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Katsu curry bowl Net +1
“And if you're not into ramen, they have a delicious katsu curry bowl.”
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“And if you're not into ramen, they have a delicious katsu curry bowl.”July 2023
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Miso aubergine Net +1
“Honestly amazing food. We had the beef gyoza and the miso aubergine - both were amazing, specially the surprise of the miso aubergine’s flavours and the juiciness of the gyoza.”
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Review excerpts
“Honestly amazing food. We had the beef gyoza and the miso aubergine - both were amazing, specially the surprise of the miso aubergine’s flavours and the juiciness of the gyoza.”May 2025
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Tonkotsu Net +1
“Daikan JLT is one of the best spots for ramen in Dubai. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the noodles are perfectly cooked—definitely try the tonkotsu.”
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Review excerpts
“Daikan JLT is one of the best spots for ramen in Dubai. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the noodles are perfectly cooked—definitely try the tonkotsu.”June 2026
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Veggie og Net 0
Mixed feedback
“This ramen is AMAZING, I actually can't stop thinking about it since I ate it. This will be our go to ramen from now on. Get the Veggie OG (as opposed to the lighter version)”
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Review excerpts
“This ramen is AMAZING, I actually can't stop thinking about it since I ate it. This will be our go to ramen from now on. Get the Veggie OG (as opposed to the lighter version)”July 2026
Drinks 1
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Voss water Net +1
“VOSS water? Really? In a tiny little place that looks more like a storage room? The only option served for water is VOSS, in a 300 ml bottle for 17 aed?”
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Review excerpts
“VOSS water? Really? In a tiny little place that looks more like a storage room? The only option served for water is VOSS, in a 300 ml bottle for 17 aed?”August 2025
What to Avoid (2)
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Chef's special Net −1
“We came here on our anniversary night with such high hopes, ordered the chef's special and OG Veggie, both were bland despite asking for it to be "spicy" the broth had a powdery, grainy texture which was so unpleasant, there was no flavour in the broth/ramen. The chef's special had only 3 small pieces of veal bacon.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We came here on our anniversary night with such high hopes, ordered the chef's special and OG Veggie, both were bland despite asking for it to be "spicy" the broth had a powdery, grainy texture which was so unpleasant, there was no flavour in the broth/ramen. The chef's special had only 3 small pieces of veal bacon.”December 2025
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Hibiscus drink Net −1
“Hibiscus drink is very concentrated. They dont have much variety on drinks, hope you can consider more iced tea flavored drinks.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Hibiscus drink is very concentrated. They dont have much variety on drinks, hope you can consider more iced tea flavored drinks.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose OG. For vegetarian ramen, order the Veggie OG rather than the lighter version; one diner found it exceptionally convincing.
Add chilli. If you want more heat, ask for chilli oil; a reviewer found it improved the Chef’s Special broth.
Visit early. Plan around busy periods: there are no reservations, and indoor seating may fill by around 9 pm.
Sit inside. Choose indoor seating if available, as one outdoor table was next to a very loud exhaust fan.
Use parking. Paid parking is available near the JLT location, useful if you are driving to the restaurant.
Request crisp. If ordering gyoza, specify that you want a well-pan-fried, crispy base; staff remade one on request.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Lake Shore Tower 1
Al Thanyah Fifth - Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
| Mon | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:30 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Small space
Indoor seating is limited, with stools rather than chairs in some areas, and the restaurant can feel crowded.
Cooling issues
Multiple reviews report uncomfortable heat when the AC was unavailable or insufficient, especially in summer.
Service delays
Busy dinner periods and online orders have led to slow service, missed orders and delayed bills.
Inconsistent bowls
One review describes variation in quality, while others reported bland or burnt-tasting ramen on specific visits.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
17 aed
VOSS water, 300 ml bottle
“VOSS water? Really? In a tiny little place that looks more like a storage room? The only option served for water is VOSS, in a 300 ml bottle for 17 aed? The owner here clearly doesn't understand what horeca means”Google review · August 2025
approximately 200 aed
Cost for 2
“Cost for 2 approximately 200 aed”Google review · March 2026
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The Bottom Line
Daikan Ramen is a small, ramen-focused Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah Lake Towers. The main draw is its hearty broth: customers particularly mention the Chef’s Special, spicy miso ramen and tonkotsu, with noodles that stay thick, chewy and well cooked. The chicken gyoza and takoyaki are worthwhile sides, while the Veggie OG is a notable choice for vegetarian diners.
The setting is casual, dark and compact, with a cosy atmosphere that some compare to eating in Japan. It is not a spacious dinner venue, though, and indoor seating can be limited to stools. Paid parking is available, but the restaurant does not take reservations, so busy evenings may mean waiting or sitting outside.
Going earlier is the safer bet. Service is often described as friendly and fast, but dinner rushes and online orders have also caused missed orders, slow meals and delayed bills. Summer comfort is the main caution: several reviews mention weak or unavailable AC, humidity and noisy fans.
Drinks are a relatively small part of the menu. Prices are viewed as reasonable by some diners and high by others, so expect ramen around the mid-range rather than a bargain meal.