Rich Ramen
The Miso Chicken Ramen was praised for rich broth and tender chicken.
Japanos, JBR - Ramen, Bento & Sushi Bar
Jumeirah Beach Residence
Japanos is a casual Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence built around ramen, sushi and bento boxes. Reviews particularly highlight its beef and chicken ramen, freshly made sushi, generous portions and Japanese cheesecake.
Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
514 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Vegan Options
The kitchen accommodated five vegetarians and specially prepared a vegan katsu curry with breaded fried tofu.
Fresh Sushi
Several diners praised the sushi as fresh, well presented and flavourful.
Cheesecake
The Japanese cheesecake stands out as a light, fluffy dessert with balanced sweetness.
Large Portions
Portions are generous, with one iftar group taking some food away.
Calm Setting
The venue has been described as clean, quiet and relaxing.
Fast Service
One diner specifically noted fast service during a seafood ramen visit.
What to Eat at Japanos, JBR - Ramen, Bento & Sushi Bar 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 Japanos, JBR - Ramen, Bento & Sushi Bar, 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 Japanos, JBR - Ramen, Bento & Sushi Bar, 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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Beef ramen Net +2
“The beef ramen was amazing, so tasty!”
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“The beef ramen was amazing, so tasty!”May 2026
“Delicious beef ramen! You just have to request to make it spicy for better taste! It is regularly served not spicy 😋😋😋”June 2026
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Tempura ice cream Net +2
“The gyoza were nice and the Tempura Ice Cream for dessert was delicious.”
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“The gyoza were nice and the Tempura Ice Cream for dessert was delicious.”December 2024
“Tried tempura ice cream for the first time, it was delicious and very different.”April 2025
Honorable mentions (20)
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Ankake ramen Net +1
“I had the ankake ramen which had marinated beef. The beef was very good but the broth was lacking a bit of flavor. I will rank it 15th in my Ramen Ranking.”
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“I had the ankake ramen which had marinated beef. The beef was very good but the broth was lacking a bit of flavor. I will rank it 15th in my Ramen Ranking.”October 2025
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Cheese cake Net +1
“The drinks are superb The cheese cake is the best cake Ive ever taste here in Dubai. Atheer is the best in service He accommodate all the customers with happy and grateful heart. This is restaurant is MUST TRY!!!”
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“The drinks are superb The cheese cake is the best cake Ive ever taste here in Dubai. Atheer is the best in service He accommodate all the customers with happy and grateful heart. This is restaurant is MUST TRY!!!”April 2025
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Chicken gyazo Net +1
“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”
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“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”December 2024
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Crispy tai tai salmon Net +1
“The sushi was incredibly fresh, with unique options like the Crispy Tai Tai Salmon and Futomaki Spicy Salmon adding a creative twist.”
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“The sushi was incredibly fresh, with unique options like the Crispy Tai Tai Salmon and Futomaki Spicy Salmon adding a creative twist.”November 2024
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Free cheesecake Net +1
“These guys are literally the best They have amazing sushi with a delicious ramen soup ❤️❤️ And in the end they gave us a free cheesecake which is on the house it was fantastic. Thank you guys sooo much . Special thanks to ATHEER .”
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“These guys are literally the best They have amazing sushi with a delicious ramen soup ❤️❤️ And in the end they gave us a free cheesecake which is on the house it was fantastic. Thank you guys sooo much . Special thanks to ATHEER .”May 2026
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Fried ice cream Net +1
“Very tasty Japanese food in Dubai! Ordered Ramen, sushi and fried ice cream - 100% recommend this place!”
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“Very tasty Japanese food in Dubai! Ordered Ramen, sushi and fried ice cream - 100% recommend this place!”July 2025
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Futomaki spicy salmon Net +1
“The sushi was incredibly fresh, with unique options like the Crispy Tai Tai Salmon and Futomaki Spicy Salmon adding a creative twist.”
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“The sushi was incredibly fresh, with unique options like the Crispy Tai Tai Salmon and Futomaki Spicy Salmon adding a creative twist.”November 2024
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Japanese cheese cake Net +1
“I was very satisfied for how much attended the personel was! Always looking proactively to meet any expectations! Food was good and Jaira the waitress suggested a nice Japanese cheese cake for the desert! I really recommend the place both for food or a cup of morning tea!”
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“I was very satisfied for how much attended the personel was! Always looking proactively to meet any expectations! Food was good and Jaira the waitress suggested a nice Japanese cheese cake for the desert! I really recommend the place both for food or a cup of morning tea!”May 2025
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Katsu curry Net +1
“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”
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“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”December 2024
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Miso chicken ramen Net +1
“I had the Miso Chicken Ramen and really enjoyed it, the broth was rich, the chicken was tender, and the flavors felt authentic. A tasty bowl of ramen I’d be happy to come back for.”
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“I had the Miso Chicken Ramen and really enjoyed it, the broth was rich, the chicken was tender, and the flavors felt authentic. A tasty bowl of ramen I’d be happy to come back for.”August 2025
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Moschi Net +1
“The deserts (cheesecake and Moschi) were equally amazing.”
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“The deserts (cheesecake and Moschi) were equally amazing.”December 2024
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Salmon bento Net +1
“Had an amazing lunch; authentic foods, especially the salmon bento. Lovely location with superb ambience. Price was amazing sushi was so good”
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“Had an amazing lunch; authentic foods, especially the salmon bento. Lovely location with superb ambience. Price was amazing sushi was so good”November 2024
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Seafoods ramen Net +1
“guy's there is a new restaurant here next to murjan 5 japanise restaurant the name is japanose ramen-bento-sushi i ordered seafoods ramen so delicious i was amazed by the taste as in no joke then the service is fast and their waitresses gem and Jaira, was so approachable thank you for the good service, we will do it again”
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“guy's there is a new restaurant here next to murjan 5 japanise restaurant the name is japanose ramen-bento-sushi i ordered seafoods ramen so delicious i was amazed by the taste as in no joke then the service is fast and their waitresses gem and Jaira, was so approachable thank you for the good service, we will do it again”January 2025
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Shoyu chicken ramen Net +1
“Had the Shoyu Chicken Ramen, it’s superb, a healthy bowl of home!! The spicy lemonade and the Japanese cheesecake were awesome.”
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“Had the Shoyu Chicken Ramen, it’s superb, a healthy bowl of home!! The spicy lemonade and the Japanese cheesecake were awesome.”December 2024
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Tantanmen ramen Net +1
“Meeting the chef was a true highlight, her passion for the cuisine is evident as she discussed her favourite dishes, including the Tantanmen Ramen (which happens to be my personal favourite too!).”
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“Meeting the chef was a true highlight, her passion for the cuisine is evident as she discussed her favourite dishes, including the Tantanmen Ramen (which happens to be my personal favourite too!).”November 2024
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Tempura shrimp Net +1
“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”
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“We tried the Chicken Gyazo, Katsu curry, tempura shrimp, sushi. Everything was lip-smacking.”December 2024
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Teriyaki chicken bento box Net +1
“Overall a very lovely experience. I got the teriyaki chicken bento box and it was honestly one of the best I've ever had. Servers were super kind, hospitable and not overbearing at all. Will definitely be coming back!”
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“Overall a very lovely experience. I got the teriyaki chicken bento box and it was honestly one of the best I've ever had. Servers were super kind, hospitable and not overbearing at all. Will definitely be coming back!”December 2024
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Vegan katsu curry Net +1
“Absolutely the best food we have had so far, they accommodated the 5 vegetarians in our party and specially made a vegan katsu curry with breaded, fried tofu .. tasty is an understatement.”
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“Absolutely the best food we have had so far, they accommodated the 5 vegetarians in our party and specially made a vegan katsu curry with breaded, fried tofu .. tasty is an understatement.”June 2026
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Tom yum Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Excellent place with a delicious tom yum and a perfectly balanced poke bowl. Everything was spot on, including the service. Highly recommended for fans of Asian and Japanese cuisine.”
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“Excellent place with a delicious tom yum and a perfectly balanced poke bowl. Everything was spot on, including the service. Highly recommended for fans of Asian and Japanese cuisine.”May 2025
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Miso ramen Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“While the Miso Ramen had an interesting flavour profile, distinct from what I'm used to, it might be a regional variation worth exploring.”
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Acai pb smoothie Net +1
“A Acai PB smoothie was good too.”
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“A Acai PB smoothie was good too.”December 2025
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Matcha tea Net +1
“We enjoyed the sushi, Japanese cheesecake and matcha tea.”
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“We enjoyed the sushi, Japanese cheesecake and matcha tea.”December 2024
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Spicy lemonade Net +1
“Had the Shoyu Chicken Ramen, it’s superb, a healthy bowl of home!! The spicy lemonade and the Japanese cheesecake were awesome.”
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“Had the Shoyu Chicken Ramen, it’s superb, a healthy bowl of home!! The spicy lemonade and the Japanese cheesecake were awesome.”December 2024
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Strawberry margarita Net +1
“Thanks to Mr.Atheer and Barista Balaram for his special strawberry margarita 🍹”
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“Thanks to Mr.Atheer and Barista Balaram for his special strawberry margarita 🍹”November 2024
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Watermelon juice Net +1
“The watermelon juice was so refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal.”
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“The watermelon juice was so refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal.”November 2024
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Watermelon mojito Net +1
“Watermelon Mojito 6/10”
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“Watermelon Mojito 6/10”October 2025
What to Avoid (3)
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Maki california Net −1
“I ordered maki Philadelphia and maki california, to be honest the taste of rolls feels expired, not freshly made.”
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“I ordered maki Philadelphia and maki california, to be honest the taste of rolls feels expired, not freshly made.”March 2026
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Maki philadelphia Net −1
“I ordered maki Philadelphia and maki california, to be honest the taste of rolls feels expired, not freshly made.”
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“I ordered maki Philadelphia and maki california, to be honest the taste of rolls feels expired, not freshly made.”March 2026
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Miso soup Net −1
“The ramen are great too, just maybe add more spicy in Miso soup, it was not quite spicy but all good.”
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“The ramen are great too, just maybe add more spicy in Miso soup, it was not quite spicy but all good.”February 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Request Spice. Ask for the beef ramen to be made spicy if you prefer a stronger flavour; it is normally served mild.
Choose Carefully. If broth depth matters, note that one diner liked the marinated beef in Ankake Ramen but found its broth under-seasoned.
Check Ingredients. Confirm roll ingredients when ordering: one customer expected avocado but received cucumber.
Check Budget. Budget for standard-to-moderate JBR pricing rather than assuming it will be cheap.
Expect Portions. The servings can be large; an iftar group had enough left to take some food away.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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Marsa Dubai - Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Roll Freshness
One diner felt the Philadelphia and California maki tasted stale rather than freshly made.
Ingredient Swap
A sushi order listed avocado but reportedly arrived with cucumber instead.
Uneven Broth
The Ankake Ramen beef was praised, but one reviewer found the broth lacking flavour.
Tom Yum
One detailed review strongly disliked the tom yum.
Price Concerns
Although several diners found the pricing reasonable, one considered it high.
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The Bottom Line
Japanos is a casual Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah Beach Residence serving ramen, sushi and bento boxes. Reviews make it particularly appealing for a filling bowl: beef, shoyu chicken and miso chicken ramen are all mentioned positively, alongside freshly made sushi and Japanese cheesecake. The ramen experiences vary by order.
Miso Chicken Ramen was praised for rich broth and tender chicken, while one diner found the Ankake Ramen broth short on flavour and strongly disliked the tom yum. Beef ramen was a repeat favourite; ask for it spicy if you prefer more heat, as one reviewer said it normally arrives mild. There is plenty beyond ramen, including teriyaki chicken bento, gyoza, tempura shrimp, poke and nigiri.
The Japanese cheesecake gets unusually specific praise as light and fluffy, while tempura ice cream is another memorable dessert. Vegetarian groups were accommodated, including a specially made vegan katsu curry with breaded fried tofu. The setting is described as modern, cozy, clean, quiet and relaxing, with generous portions and generally warm service.
Pricing opinions are mixed: some call it affordable for JBR, while others find it high. One sushi review alleged stale-tasting rolls and a cucumber substitution for avocado, so check ingredients if that matters.