IKKA Dubai

IKKA Dubai

Jumeirah

Restaurant 04 302 1275

IKKA Dubai is a Peruvian–Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah, pairing Nikkei-style dishes with a rooftop setting overlooking the Burj Khalifa and coastline. Reviews highlight the ceviche, sushi, creative tacos and terrace dining, with brunch and live music adding options beyond dinner.

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The Good Stuff

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Rooftop views

The terrace gives diners sweeping views of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai skyline and La Mer coastline.

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Fusion menu

Japanese techniques and Peruvian flavours meet in dishes such as ceviche, baos and sushi rolls with unexpected combinations.

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What to Eat at IKKA Dubai

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of IKKA 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 1

  1. Crispy calamari Net +2
    “The food? So good. We had sushi, crispy calamari, and this amazing salmon dish—all super fresh and full of flavor. You could taste the fusion in the best way possible.”
Honorable mentions (29)
  1. 48 Hours slow cooked duck with rice Net +1
    “My wagyu maki was incredibly delicious , but the best part for me was a 48 hours slow cooked duck with rice …mmm..”
  2. Arroz con mariscos Net +1
    “Their signature dishes like arroz con mariscos and lomo saltado were perfect and complemented by delicious mocktails such as Lychee Blossom and Machu Pichu.”
  3. Assorted taco platter Net +1
    “The assorted taco platter was a BIG hit, lots of lovely flavours and variety on the platter.”
  4. Cheesy croquetas de yuca Net +1
    “We loved the food, from the cheesy croquetas de Yuca and flavorful ceviche robalo to the spicy maguro and Wagyu beef gyoza. Every dish was beautifully crafted and bursting with flavor.”
  5. Chicken anticuchos Net +1
    “The food was excellent, offering a mix of flavors from both cultures. We enjoyed fresh maki rolls and the chicken anticuchos.”
  6. Chicken baos Net +1
    “The Chicken Baos were also fresh and the fusion of flavours was amazing! The avocado and the onions and the chicken alongside fresh greens were 🤩🤩🤩”
  7. Chicken skewers Net +1
    “One of my favorites was the chicken skewers – perfectly grilled with bold seasoning – and the grilled salmon was tender and smoky, served with a delicious sauce.”
  8. Dessert platter Net +1
    “To finish, we were treated to a lovely dessert platter – light, sweet, and a perfect end to the meal.”
  9. Eggs benedict Net +1
    “I particularly loved the eggs benedict—perfectly poached eggs atop a toasted English muffin with rich hollandaise sauce.”
  10. Flavorful ceviche robalo Net +1
    “We loved the food, from the cheesy croquetas de Yuca and flavorful ceviche robalo to the spicy maguro and Wagyu beef gyoza. Every dish was beautifully crafted and bursting with flavor.”
  11. French sauvignon blanc Net +1
    “I especially enjoyed the French Sauvignon Blanc we had — crisp, refreshing, and just perfect with the meal.”
  12. Fresh ceviche Net +1
    “From fresh ceviche infused with citrus and spice to pillowy soft baos with a burst of flavour to sushi rolls layered with unexpected flavor combinations, every plate was both visually stunning and deeply satisfying.”
  13. Fresh fruit platter Net +1
    “The fresh fruit platter was also a refreshing addition.”
  14. Fresh maki rolls Net +1
    “The food was excellent, offering a mix of flavors from both cultures. We enjoyed fresh maki rolls and the chicken anticuchos.”
  15. Grilled salmon Net +1
    “One of my favorites was the chicken skewers – perfectly grilled with bold seasoning – and the grilled salmon was tender and smoky, served with a delicious sauce.”
  16. Lychee blossom Net +1
    “Their signature dishes like arroz con mariscos and lomo saltado were perfect and complemented by delicious mocktails such as Lychee Blossom and Machu Pichu.”
  17. Machu pichu Net +1
    “Their signature dishes like arroz con mariscos and lomo saltado were perfect and complemented by delicious mocktails such as Lychee Blossom and Machu Pichu.”
  18. Peruvian-style fried rice Net +1
    “The Peruvian-style fried rice was a total comfort dish – rich, slightly spicy, and addictive!”
  19. Prawn tempura Net +1
    “The snacks, like sushi and prawn tempura, are delicious and well-prepared.”
  20. Saturday brunch Net +1
    “We tried their newly launched Saturday brunch and it was amazing.”
  21. Seabass ceviche Net +1
    “Food were taste great..loved the seabass ceviche..and must try their draft Asahi beer too 👍 Thank you for the attentive and friendly staff from the Manager Brian & Asst Mngr.”
  22. Spicy maguro Net +1
    “We loved the food, from the cheesy croquetas de Yuca and flavorful ceviche robalo to the spicy maguro and Wagyu beef gyoza. Every dish was beautifully crafted and bursting with flavor.”
  23. Sunday brunch Net +1
    “It's a perfect spot for a casual meal or drinks with friends! Also there is amazing sunday brunch! Highly recommend!”
  24. Sweet potato doughnuts Net +1
    “Everything from the starters to the mains was just so good. The gyozas were packed with flavor, the sushi was fresh and well-balanced, and the salmon — honestly one of the best I’ve had in a while. But the real winner? The sweet potato doughnuts.”
  25. Tofu maki rolls Net +1
    “The Tofu Maki rolls were perfection. The ingredients meld together to create a mix of textures and flavours. I loved the crunch from the quinoa!”
  26. Vegetable bao Net +1
    “I tried the Vegetable Bao and the pisco sour strawberry cocktail( it’s a spirit based Peruvian cocktail) and let me tell you it was absolutely delicious, I will definitely be coming back here !”
  27. Wagyu beef gyoza Net +1
    “We loved the food, from the cheesy croquetas de Yuca and flavorful ceviche robalo to the spicy maguro and Wagyu beef gyoza. Every dish was beautifully crafted and bursting with flavor.”
  28. Wagyu maki Net +1
    “My wagyu maki was incredibly delicious , but the best part for me was a 48 hours slow cooked duck with rice …mmm..”
  29. Lomo saltado Net 0

    Mixed feedback

    “Their signature dishes like arroz con mariscos and lomo saltado were perfect and complemented by delicious mocktails such as Lychee Blossom and Machu Pichu.”

Drinks 4

  1. Draft asahi beer Net +1
    “Food were taste great..loved the seabass ceviche..and must try their draft Asahi beer too 👍 Thank you for the attentive and friendly staff from the Manager Brian & Asst Mngr.”
  2. Pisco sour strawberry cocktail Net +1
    “I tried the Vegetable Bao and the pisco sour strawberry cocktail( it’s a spirit based Peruvian cocktail) and let me tell you it was absolutely delicious, I will definitely be coming back here !”
  3. Pisco strawberry cocktail Net +1
    “I also tried the pisco strawberry cocktail, which I really liked.”
  4. Prosecco Net +1
    “They also have a great selection of wines, including tasty Prosecco, and refreshing cocktails and mocktails.”
What to Avoid (2)

Food 2

  1. Pisco sour passion fruit Net −1
    “pisco sour passion fruit very disappointing is 2 out of 5 very light in alcohol ( pisco ) and no the right one for pisco sour definitely isn’t Peruvian pisco and taste more like mocktail .”
  2. Tiger milk Net −1
    “the tiger milk is almost dry on the plate with no Peruvian ingredients spices”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Choose terrace. Ask for outdoor seating if the view matters; diners specifically mention the Burj Khalifa skyline from the terrace.

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Try sunset. For a scenic drinks-led visit, go around sunset, when reviewers found the atmosphere especially suited to dinner and cocktails.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1 - Dubai
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 1, Dubai
04 302 1275
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Common Concerns

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Few vegetarian choices

One diner found the vegetarian selection limited, although another review says vegan options were accommodated on request.

Authenticity concern

A Peruvian-food regular felt the lomo saltado was too sweet from teriyaki sauce and did not follow the expected traditional preparation.

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The Bottom Line

IKKA Dubai is a rooftop Peruvian–Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah where the setting is almost as important as the food. The terrace looks towards the Burj Khalifa, Dubai skyline and La Mer coastline, making sunset or an evening city-light dinner the obvious draw. Inside, contemporary art, llama-themed decor and occasional live music give the restaurant a distinctive, relaxed energy.

The menu is built around Nikkei-style combinations. Ceviche, sushi, baos and gyoza are recurring favourites, while the Tofu Maki gets extra praise for its quinoa crunch. The assorted taco platter is a fun sharing order, with varied fillings, pickled radish, avocado, crispy onions and lime.

Sunday brunch expands the choice with sushi, calamari, dumplings, grilled salmon, Peruvian-style fried rice and desserts. Service is widely described as attentive and friendly, and drivers have mentioned valet parking at the Hyatt Centric Jumeirah. If you need vegan food, ask in advance: one reviewer found the vegetarian selection limited, while another said vegan options were accommodated.

There is also a dissenting view from a Peruvian-food regular, who found the lomo saltado too sweet and the passion-fruit pisco sour too light. Those seeking traditional Peruvian flavours may want to clarify expectations before ordering.

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