Teppanyaki show
The live cooking station combines skilled preparation with entertainment, making teppanyaki a memorable dinner experience.
Izakaya
Business Bay
In Business Bay, Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant with a lively, modern feel and a menu centred on sushi and teppanyaki. The live cooking station makes dinner more interactive, while freshly grated wasabi and sake-infused cocktails give a first visit something distinctive to try.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
459 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh sushi
Multiple reviews describe sushi as fresh, flavorful and carefully presented, including sushi served during unlimited-sushi offers.
Real wasabi
Fresh wasabi is grated at the table, adding a distinctive element that reviewers especially appreciated.
Lively setting
The stylish interior, music and energetic atmosphere suit a social dinner, while some reviewers also found the vibe relaxed.
Sake cocktails
Sake-infused cocktails are repeatedly mentioned as creative, balanced drinks that pair well with the food.
Celebration details
Birthday and anniversary visits have included handwritten cards, dessert and small table-side surprises.
Large portions
A teppanyaki review specifically noted generous portions, with the prawn seasoned and cooked particularly well.
What to Eat at Izakaya 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 Izakaya, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. 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 Izakaya, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Sashimi Net +5
“The sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor.”
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“The sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor.”September 2025
“The sushi and sashimi are melt-in-your-mouth fresh. Their sake and cocktails are just as impressive, adding the perfect touch to the meal.”August 2025
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Black cod Net +2
“The food is simply outstanding. Every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with authentic Japanese flavors. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh, and the hot dishes — especially the black cod and wagyu beef — are perfectly cooked and full of depth.”
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“The food is simply outstanding. Every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with authentic Japanese flavors. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh, and the hot dishes — especially the black cod and wagyu beef — are perfectly cooked and full of depth.”October 2025
“The food was impressive fresh sushi, flavorful rolls, and I especially liked the black cod.”October 2025
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Sake cocktails Net +2
“Also enjoyed the sake cocktails.”
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“Also enjoyed the sake cocktails.”August 2025
“The sake cocktails were a standout, and the ambiance made it feel like a special occasion.”September 2025
Honorable mentions (24)
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3-Course meal Net +1
“The 3-course meal includes four different main dish varieties, so you’ll definitely be full even before dessert!”
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“The 3-course meal includes four different main dish varieties, so you’ll definitely be full even before dessert!”May 2025
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3-Course-menu Net +1
“We tried Izakaya during Dubai Restaurant Week and the 3-course-menu was so good that it convinced us to definitely come back soon!”
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“We tried Izakaya during Dubai Restaurant Week and the 3-course-menu was so good that it convinced us to definitely come back soon!”May 2026
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All-you-can-eat teppanyaki Net +1
“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”
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“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”May 2025
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Black cod miso Net +1
“Highly recommend the spicy tuna rolls and the black cod miso—mouthwatering!”
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“Highly recommend the spicy tuna rolls and the black cod miso—mouthwatering!”July 2025
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Cheesecake Net +1
“I tried the sushi, cheesecake, and a mocktail, and everything was just perfect. The sushi was incredibly fresh and flavorful, beautifully plated, and the cheesecake was soft, creamy, and not too sweet — exactly how it should be.”
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“I tried the sushi, cheesecake, and a mocktail, and everything was just perfect. The sushi was incredibly fresh and flavorful, beautifully plated, and the cheesecake was soft, creamy, and not too sweet — exactly how it should be.”October 2025
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Chefs signature platter Net +1
“Had both the robata (yakitori) and the chefs signature platter, thanks for accommodating our request for no shrimp.”
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“Had both the robata (yakitori) and the chefs signature platter, thanks for accommodating our request for no shrimp.”February 2026
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Crunchy tempura Net +1
“The chefs made some amazing dishes from crunchy tempura to flavorful sushi, everything was spot on.”
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“The chefs made some amazing dishes from crunchy tempura to flavorful sushi, everything was spot on.”May 2026
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Edamame appetiser Net +1
“Had amazing freshly grated wasabi as well :) Thank you also for the edamame appetiser and dessert fruits and sweets which were delicious!”
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“Had amazing freshly grated wasabi as well :) Thank you also for the edamame appetiser and dessert fruits and sweets which were delicious!”February 2026
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Flavorful rolls Net +1
“The food was impressive fresh sushi, flavorful rolls, and I especially liked the black cod.”
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“The food was impressive fresh sushi, flavorful rolls, and I especially liked the black cod.”October 2025
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Izakaya signature platter Net +1
“I went big with their famous Izakaya Signature Platter – a masterpiece of sushi, sashimi, and rolls, all super fresh and bursting with flavor.”
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“I went big with their famous Izakaya Signature Platter – a masterpiece of sushi, sashimi, and rolls, all super fresh and bursting with flavor.”August 2025
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Okonomiyaki Net +1
“For me, the fav dish was okonomiyaki. It was not on their menu, but the chef agreed to make one for me.”
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“For me, the fav dish was okonomiyaki. It was not on their menu, but the chef agreed to make one for me.”May 2025
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Prawn Net +1
“Food portions are big, the prawn was seasoned and cooked to perfection.”
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“Food portions are big, the prawn was seasoned and cooked to perfection.”May 2026
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Robata yakitori Net +1
“Had both the robata (yakitori) and the chefs signature platter, thanks for accommodating our request for no shrimp.”
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Review excerpts
“Had both the robata (yakitori) and the chefs signature platter, thanks for accommodating our request for no shrimp.”February 2026
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Salmon carpaccio Net +1
“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”
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“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”May 2025
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Spicy tuna rolls Net +1
“Highly recommend the spicy tuna rolls and the black cod miso—mouthwatering!”
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“Highly recommend the spicy tuna rolls and the black cod miso—mouthwatering!”July 2025
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Teppaniyaki Net +1
“We had Rahul as our chef for teppaniyaki and it was such a lovely experience, we have had teppaniyaki so many times before, this time was quite memorable! Must visit! Food portions are big, the prawn was seasoned and cooked to perfection.”
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“We had Rahul as our chef for teppaniyaki and it was such a lovely experience, we have had teppaniyaki so many times before, this time was quite memorable! Must visit! Food portions are big, the prawn was seasoned and cooked to perfection.”May 2026
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Teppanyaki set Net +1
“We had booked the teppanyaki set at the live cooking station, and it was truly the highlight of the evening. Our chef, Shaiful, was amazing. Not only did he prepare incredibly delicious food, but he also kept us thoroughly entertained throughout the experience.”
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“We had booked the teppanyaki set at the live cooking station, and it was truly the highlight of the evening. Our chef, Shaiful, was amazing. Not only did he prepare incredibly delicious food, but he also kept us thoroughly entertained throughout the experience.”March 2026
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Truffle edamame Net +1
“From the truffle edamame to the uramaki and desserts, everything was absolutely delicious.”
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“From the truffle edamame to the uramaki and desserts, everything was absolutely delicious.”October 2025
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Tuna tataki Net +1
“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”
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“They offer an all-you-can-eat teppanyaki, and I highly recommend trying the salmon carpaccio and tuna tataki.”May 2025
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Unlimited sushi Net +1
“The unlimited sushi on Mondays was super fresh and delicious, and the sake-infused cocktails were amazing.”
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“The unlimited sushi on Mondays was super fresh and delicious, and the sake-infused cocktails were amazing.”October 2025
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Uramaki Net +1
“From the truffle edamame to the uramaki and desserts, everything was absolutely delicious.”
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“From the truffle edamame to the uramaki and desserts, everything was absolutely delicious.”October 2025
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Wagyu beef Net +1
“The food is simply outstanding. Every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with authentic Japanese flavors. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh, and the hot dishes — especially the black cod and wagyu beef — are perfectly cooked and full of depth.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food is simply outstanding. Every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with authentic Japanese flavors. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh, and the hot dishes — especially the black cod and wagyu beef — are perfectly cooked and full of depth.”October 2025
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Wagyu tacos Net +1
“The food was absolutely top-notch — the sushi was incredibly fresh, and the wagyu tacos were simply divine.”
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“The food was absolutely top-notch — the sushi was incredibly fresh, and the wagyu tacos were simply divine.”November 2025
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Sushi platter Net 0
Mixed feedback
“We started with a few appetizers that were packed with flavor, followed by a beautifully presented sushi platter that truly stood out. Every piece was fresh, perfectly cut, and balanced in flavor. Definitely some of the best sushi I’ve had in Dubai.”
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“We started with a few appetizers that were packed with flavor, followed by a beautifully presented sushi platter that truly stood out. Every piece was fresh, perfectly cut, and balanced in flavor. Definitely some of the best sushi I’ve had in Dubai.”August 2025
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Mocktail Net +1
“The mocktail was refreshing and balanced, great with the food.”
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Review excerpts
“The mocktail was refreshing and balanced, great with the food.”October 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Choose teppanyaki. Book the teppanyaki set at the live cooking station if you want dinner with chef interaction and entertainment.
Try Tuesdays. Check the Unlimited Sushi Tuesday offer if you want to focus your visit on sushi and sake-infused cocktails.
Ask for wasabi. Ask about the table-side fresh wasabi experience; reviewers describe it as grated right at the table.
Mention allergies. Tell the team about dietary restrictions when ordering; one table was accommodated with a no-shrimp request.
Consider celebrations. For a birthday or anniversary, mention the occasion when booking because reviews describe handwritten cards, dessert and surprises.
Plan the visit
Practical details
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel
Business Bay, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent sushi
One returning customer said the sushi tasted old and not fresh, and felt the restaurant had declined over time.
Service concerns
The same review described staff as less nice and professional than during earlier visits.
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The Bottom Line
Izakaya in Business Bay is geared towards lively Japanese dining rather than a quiet, minimalist meal. You can order fresh sushi and sashimi, watch chefs cook at the teppanyaki station, or share dishes such as wagyu beef, black cod and robata bites. The live cooking setup is the clearest reason to book for a birthday, date or sociable evening.
Sushi is the strongest recurring theme in the reviews: diners mention fresh, well-presented rolls, flavorful sushi and even real wasabi grated at the table. Sake-infused cocktails and the broader sake selection add another reason to linger, especially if you enjoy drinks matched to Japanese dishes. Reviewers also point to generous teppanyaki portions and a prawn cooked and seasoned particularly well.
The room is stylish, modern and energetic, with enough buzz for a night out with friends. Service is usually described as warm and attentive, and celebration touches have included handwritten cards, dessert and small surprises. If you are visiting for an occasion, it is worth mentioning it in advance.
There is one important caveat: a returning customer reported that the sushi tasted old and felt service had declined. Most recent reviews are positive, but freshness is clearly the detail to pay attention to on your visit.