Dragonfly Dubai

Name: Dragonfly Dubai
Address: The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection - Marasi Dr, Business Bay, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97148348278

Business Bay

Japanese restaurant Closed 04 834 8278

Dragonfly Dubai is a Japanese restaurant with an Izakaya-style approach in Business Bay, pairing creative dishes with a polished, relaxed setting. Reviews make it especially appealing for a terrace dinner with Burj Khalifa views, or for trying standout plates such as the duck salad and duck gyoza.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

289 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Skyline views

The terrace looks over the Business Bay canal and offers striking Burj Khalifa and Dubai skyline views.

Creative dishes

Customers highlight inventive combinations, including scallops with sea urchin and avocado and crystal toast styled like iced nigiri.

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What to Eat at Dragonfly Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Dragonfly Dubai, 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

Duck salad Net +2

“I tried the Duck salad, which was not only beautifully presented but also tasted incredible!”
Mushroom croquettes Net +2

“Then there is another favourite of mine, the Mushroom croquettes, it explodes in your mouth with flavour.”
Salmon tataki Net +2

“Start with the salmon tataki for a starter it is honestly very good.”
Spinach truffle salad Net +2

“The most delicious salad of spinach and truffle ate 3 salads!”
White chocolate millefeuille Net +2

“For dessert, the salted caramel gelato was divine—smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced—and the white chocolate millefeuille was an absolute delight, with its layers of crisp pastry and luscious white chocolate cream.”

Honorable mentions (36)

Baked potato Net +1

“The scallop dumplings were great, the rolls were even better, and the udon and baked potato were delicious.”
Beef tartar Net +1

“The food was incredible! We loved the beef tartar, salmon carpaccio, mushroom croquettes, and the crispy shrimp tempura.”
Black cod Net +1

“The flavors blend all perfectly and we enjoyed the black cod so much as well as the creme caramel that was brought to our friend bday girl (creamy ❣️❣️)”
Black code Net +1

“The views from the terrace and the decor and interior are beautiful, and the food quality is top notch (special mention to the dim sum, black code, and the desserts, particularly the ice cream).”
Braised wagyu short rib Net +1

“Dragonfly is the kind of Japanese spot that’s elegant and unapologetically delicious. The menu reads like a greatest-hits: the show-stopping Crystal Toast topped with silky salmon, the melt-in-your-mouth braised Wagyu short rib, and really yummy sashimi and sushi.”
Creme caramel Net +1

“The flavors blend all perfectly and we enjoyed the black cod so much as well as the creme caramel that was brought to our friend bday girl (creamy ❣️❣️)”
Cripsy duck salad Net +1

“Special mention goes to the Cripsy Duck Salad. Best ever had.”
Crispy shrimp tempura Net +1

“The food was incredible! We loved the beef tartar, salmon carpaccio, mushroom croquettes, and the crispy shrimp tempura.”
Crystal toast Net +1

“Dragonfly is the kind of Japanese spot that’s elegant and unapologetically delicious. The menu reads like a greatest-hits: the show-stopping Crystal Toast topped with silky salmon, the melt-in-your-mouth braised Wagyu short rib, and really yummy sashimi and sushi.”
Dragonball maki Net +1

“We especially loved the Katsu duck salad, dragonball maki and the mushroom dish.”
Dragonfly battera zushi Net +1

“The Dragonfly Battera Zushi (9/10) was the highlight of our dinner and stood out for its quality and flavors, though the price felt again a bit high for the dish.”
Edamame Net +1

“The food was absolutely outstanding! The sushi and tuna carpaccio were fresh and flavorful, while the edamame was perfectly seasoned.”
Glazed cod fish Net +1

“The food was absolutely incredible! I especially loved the glazed cod fish; it was perfectly cooked, so soft, and the combination of flavors was outstanding.”
Ice cream Net +1

“The views from the terrace and the decor and interior are beautiful, and the food quality is top notch (special mention to the dim sum, black code, and the desserts, particularly the ice cream).”
Japanese wagyu & foie gras nigiri Net +1

“The Japanese Wagyu & Foie Gras Nigiri (8.5/10) was indulgent, though it felt overpriced in comparison to restaurant of similar quality.”
Katsu duck salad Net +1

“We especially loved the Katsu duck salad, dragonball maki and the mushroom dish.”
Marshmallows and ice cream Net +1

“The chefs made a masterpiece of marshmallows and ice cream that can cause a heart attack.”
Matcha molten cake Net +1

“Highly recommend the matcha molten cake for the dessert.”
Matcha mont blanc dessert Net +1

“The Matcha mont blanc dessert and the perfectly crafted Matcha latte are absolute must-tries.”
Milk cake Net +1

“Don't skip on dessert, milk cake was a perfection and not too sweet like in most places in Dubai.”
Otoro nigiri Net +1

“The Otoro Nigiri (8.5/10) had a delicate, buttery texture.”
Pekin duck Net +1

“Cuisine is beyond the expectations. My top - contemporary twist to Pekin duck, duck salad, dumplings and absolutely crazy gelato. But order gelato just for 2-4 persons — it’s huge ))))”
Prawn & scallop dumpling Net +1

“The Prawn & Scallop Dumpling (8.5/10) brought a pleasing blend of textures.”
Salmon carpaccio Net +1

“The food was incredible! We loved the beef tartar, salmon carpaccio, mushroom croquettes, and the crispy shrimp tempura.”
Salted caramel gelato Net +1

“For dessert, the salted caramel gelato was divine—smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced—and the white chocolate millefeuille was an absolute delight, with its layers of crisp pastry and luscious white chocolate cream.”
Salty caramel ice cream Net +1

“The dessert was equally impressive—the salty caramel ice cream was a delightful treat.”
Scallop dumplings Net +1

“The scallop dumplings were great, the rolls were even better, and the udon and baked potato were delicious.”
Scallops with sea urchin & avocado Net +1

“What a hidden jam! The attention to detail in this place is superb and the food is way better than in Jara next door. Fresh fish and unexpected combos (scallops with sea urchin & avocado).”
Surf & turf maki roll Net +1

“The Surf & Turf Maki Roll (8/10) balanced the richness of wagyu and prawn well.”
Tuna carpaccio Net +1

“The food was absolutely outstanding! The sushi and tuna carpaccio were fresh and flavorful, while the edamame was perfectly seasoned.”
Udon Net +1

“The scallop dumplings were great, the rolls were even better, and the udon and baked potato were delicious.”
Wagyu kamameshi Net +1

“The wagyu short rib was incredibly tender and packed with rich flavor, and the wagyu kamameshi was an unforgettable dish with a perfect balance of taste and texture.”
Wagyu sando Net +1

“The wagyu sando, crab rolls and matcha desserts are worth coming back for!!!”
Wagyu short rib Net +1

“The wagyu short rib was incredibly tender and packed with rich flavor, and the wagyu kamameshi was an unforgettable dish with a perfect balance of taste and texture.”
Duck gyoza Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The Duck Gyoza (8.5/10) was a delightful combination of foie gras and hoisin.”
Miso soup Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The Miso Soup (8/10) was a comforting start, offering familiar flavors.”

Drinks 1

Matcha latte Net +1

“The Matcha mont blanc dessert and the perfectly crafted Matcha latte are absolute must-tries.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book ahead. Reserve even on a quieter weekday evening, especially if you want a terrace table for a date.

Try signatures. Start with the duck salad or duck gyoza; both are repeatedly singled out as dishes worth ordering.

Plan the visit

Practical details

The Lana Promenade, Dorchester Collection - Marasi Dr

Business Bay, Dubai

04 834 8278

Mon	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tue	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wed	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thu	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Fri	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sat	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sun	6:00 PM – 2:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Small portions

One review found the portions extremely small, especially for the cold appetisers.

Price concerns

A diner felt some indulgent dishes, including wagyu and foie gras nigiri, were overpriced for the quality level.

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The Bottom Line

Dragonfly Dubai is a Japanese restaurant in Business Bay built around Izakaya-style sharing, creative flavour combinations and a dressed-up evening atmosphere. You can come for a terrace meal overlooking the canal and Burj Khalifa, then work through dishes such as the duck salad, duck gyoza, crystal toast or black cod. The menu suits an indulgent dinner more than a quick, budget meal.

The setting is a major part of the experience. Reviews describe warm wood, red accents, sculptural design, soft lighting, an open bar and an open kitchen, while music, DJs or live entertainment can add energy during dinner and brunch. The terrace is especially attractive in good weather; indoor seating has its own memorable ambience.

Service is usually attentive and menu guidance is a recurring strength, though one diner found the staff too present and plate clearing intrusive. Portion sizes are another thing to keep in mind: a review called the cold appetisers extremely small, and another felt some wagyu dishes were overpriced. Ask about portions if you are hungry, and consider sharing the notably large gelato.

Reservations are recommended even on a quieter weekday evening. Diners also report free valet parking when eating at the restaurant.