Ramen quality
Rich broths, well-cooked noodles and generous toppings make the ramen the clearest draw.
MaKiRa
DIFC
MaKiRa is a Japanese restaurant in DIFC focused on ramen, sushi rolls and bowls. Reviews make the rich, generously topped ramen—especially the Tan Tan Ramen—a strong reason to visit, while the calm setting also suits a business lunch or relaxed dinner.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
1,906 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tan Tan
The Tan Tan Ramen is repeatedly praised, with one regular calling it their number-one version.
Fresh sushi
Reviewers highlight fresh maki, signature rolls, prawn sushi and sashimi with a solid fish-to-rice ratio.
Attentive service
Service is often described as warm, quick and attentive without becoming intrusive.
Calm setting
The peaceful decor, warm lighting and relaxed music work for quiet dinners, meetings and casual catch-ups.
Generous portions
Portions can suit sharing, and the business lunch was described as filling with premium food.
What to Eat at MaKiRa 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 MaKiRa, 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.
These items at MaKiRa got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 3
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Makira signature roll Net +3
“The business lunch deal is excellent and comes with delicious starters—the dumplings and Makira signature roll were both outstanding.”
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Review excerpts
“The business lunch deal is excellent and comes with delicious starters—the dumplings and Makira signature roll were both outstanding.”September 2025
“We tried the Makira Signature Roll and the Dynamite Roll to start, and both were packed with flavor and clearly made with high-quality ingredients.”October 2025
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Dynamite rolls Net +2
“Both the signature and dynamite rolls were good too.”
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Review excerpts
“Both the signature and dynamite rolls were good too.”January 2026
“We tried the Makira Signature Roll and the Dynamite Roll to start, and both were packed with flavor and clearly made with high-quality ingredients.”October 2025
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Tom yum ramen Net +2
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”
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Review excerpts
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”September 2025
“Amazing food, we had the Wagyu Truffle roll, Katsu Curry and the Tom Yum Ramen which were full of flavor.”October 2025
Honorable mentions (16)
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Beef ramen Net +1
“The Beef Ramen was very delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“The Beef Ramen was very delicious.”March 2026
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Beef shoyu ramen Net +1
“Both the tantan men and beef shoyu ramen were pretty good. However there was a very familiar taste that reminded me of instant ramen, albeit the Japanese kind, so I wonder if the restaurant uses instant ramen.”
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Review excerpts
“Both the tantan men and beef shoyu ramen were pretty good. However there was a very familiar taste that reminded me of instant ramen, albeit the Japanese kind, so I wonder if the restaurant uses instant ramen.”January 2026
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Cookie Net +1
“We had a complimentary cookie for valentines which is very good btw.”
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Review excerpts
“We had a complimentary cookie for valentines which is very good btw.”February 2026
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Katsu curry Net +1
“Amazing food, we had the Wagyu Truffle roll, Katsu Curry and the Tom Yum Ramen which were full of flavor.”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing food, we had the Wagyu Truffle roll, Katsu Curry and the Tom Yum Ramen which were full of flavor.”October 2025
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Maki rolls Net +1
“Loved the fresh maki rolls and flavorful ramen bowls—especially the signature Shou ramen! Authentic Japanese vibes with a modern twist, cozy ambiance, and super friendly service.”
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Review excerpts
“Loved the fresh maki rolls and flavorful ramen bowls—especially the signature Shou ramen! Authentic Japanese vibes with a modern twist, cozy ambiance, and super friendly service.”February 2026
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Makira special roll Net +1
“I especially recommend trying their signature rolls, such as the "Makira Special Roll"—an explosion of flavor”
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Review excerpts
“I especially recommend trying their signature rolls, such as the "Makira Special Roll"—an explosion of flavor”October 2025
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Prawn sushi Net +1
“The prawn sushi was amazing.”
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Review excerpts
“The prawn sushi was amazing.”March 2026
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Shoyu ramen Net +1
“And of course, their Shoyu Ramen , Makira Signature rolls remains number one for me — rich, perfectly balanced, and absolutely delicious. Highly recommended! 🍜”
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Review excerpts
“And of course, their Shoyu Ramen , Makira Signature rolls remains number one for me — rich, perfectly balanced, and absolutely delicious. Highly recommended! 🍜”October 2025
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Shoyu tori ramen Net +1
“I especially loved the Shoyu Tori Ramen and Tan Tan Ramen both were absolutely delicious!”
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Review excerpts
“I especially loved the Shoyu Tori Ramen and Tan Tan Ramen both were absolutely delicious!”July 2025
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Signature shou ramen Net +1
“Loved the fresh maki rolls and flavorful ramen bowls—especially the signature Shou ramen! Authentic Japanese vibes with a modern twist, cozy ambiance, and super friendly service.”
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Review excerpts
“Loved the fresh maki rolls and flavorful ramen bowls—especially the signature Shou ramen! Authentic Japanese vibes with a modern twist, cozy ambiance, and super friendly service.”February 2026
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Tan tan ramen Net +1
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”
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Review excerpts
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”September 2025
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Tan-tan ramen Net +1
“The promotion only includes their tan-tan ramen - but it was DELICIOUS!!! Couldn't have more than one since it's a very generous portion, but will definitely come back with a bigger appetite.”
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Review excerpts
“The promotion only includes their tan-tan ramen - but it was DELICIOUS!!! Couldn't have more than one since it's a very generous portion, but will definitely come back with a bigger appetite.”October 2025
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Torched salmon uramaki Net +1
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”
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Review excerpts
“I recommend the “ Tan Tan Ramen & Tom Yum Ramen” and the “Torched Salmon Uramaki” they were yummyy..”September 2025
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Unlimited tan tan men Net +1
“The food is superb, must try the unlimited tan tan men every Tuesday!! 🤩”
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Review excerpts
“The food is superb, must try the unlimited tan tan men every Tuesday!! 🤩”February 2026
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Wagyu truffle roll Net +1
“Amazing food, we had the Wagyu Truffle roll, Katsu Curry and the Tom Yum Ramen which were full of flavor.”
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Review excerpts
“Amazing food, we had the Wagyu Truffle roll, Katsu Curry and the Tom Yum Ramen which were full of flavor.”October 2025
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Yasai gyoza Net +1
“We tried their Yasai Gyoza, it was good but I think the Tori Ebi Gyoza should be better - will try next time.”
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Review excerpts
“We tried their Yasai Gyoza, it was good but I think the Tori Ebi Gyoza should be better - will try next time.”October 2025
Drinks 2
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Hibiscus iced tea Net +1
“🌺 Hibiscus Iced Tea – 34 AED Was it refreshing? Yes. Was it 34 AED refreshing? Also yes, because apparently flowers are luxury now. Lightly tart, not syrupy, and aesthetically pleasing enough to justify pretending you’re in a lifestyle magazine shoot.”
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Review excerpts
“🌺 Hibiscus Iced Tea – 34 AED Was it refreshing? Yes. Was it 34 AED refreshing? Also yes, because apparently flowers are luxury now. Lightly tart, not syrupy, and aesthetically pleasing enough to justify pretending you’re in a lifestyle magazine shoot.”February 2026
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Shake teriyaki Net +1
“For mains, we had the Shake Teriyaki, and the salmon was incredibly fresh and perfectly cooked.”
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Review excerpts
“For mains, we had the Shake Teriyaki, and the salmon was incredibly fresh and perfectly cooked.”October 2025
What to Avoid (2)
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Wagyu beef gyudon Net −1
“We also tried the Wagyu Beef Gyudon and even though my friend did not enjoy it due to an intense beef smell (that they assured us is the plate's best selling aspect), the service was amazing and allowed her to switch her plate.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We also tried the Wagyu Beef Gyudon and even though my friend did not enjoy it due to an intense beef smell (that they assured us is the plate's best selling aspect), the service was amazing and allowed her to switch her plate.”October 2025
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Matcha creme brûlée Net −1
“The matcha creme brûlée was very bad. Like really bad! The texture , the taste was not creme brulee at all it was more like a cheap 3 dirham grocery dessert.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The matcha creme brûlée was very bad. Like really bad! The texture , the taste was not creme brulee at all it was more like a cheap 3 dirham grocery dessert.”March 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask first. Ask about the business lunch when ordering; one diner said it was not clearly volunteered and had to be requested.
Tuesday deal. Check the current Tuesday terms for the unlimited Tan Tan offer; a review specifies that it covers Tan Tan only.
Use valet. If you are driving, reviews mention free valet parking, which can make the hotel visit easier.
Share portions. Consider sharing if ordering several dishes, as one reviewer found the portions suitable for sharing.
Check WiFi. If WiFi matters for a business visit, confirm availability before settling in because a reviewer reported none.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Lobby Level, Dusit Thani Dubai - 133 Sheikh Zayed Rd
Trade Center Second - DIFC, Dubai
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Common Concerns
Dessert miss
One diner strongly disliked the matcha creme brûlée, citing both its texture and taste.
No WiFi
A reviewer reported that the restaurant had no WiFi and that a request for a hotel code was not followed up.
Value concern
One customer felt the food was pricey for what it was, despite finding it nicely presented.
Menu knowledge
One reviewer said a waitress forgot a request and could not answer a simple food question.
Uneven farewell
One diner found the meal smooth but left without a goodbye or acknowledgement at the door.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED69
business lunch
“What a deal for the business lunch!! AED69 for a starter and a main”Google review · February 2026
AED69
business lunch
“I’m a huge ramen fan and was therefore excited to try MakiRa, especially when they have a great value business lunch (AED69 for a ramen and a half roll, when a ramen itself would have cost at least AED65)”Google review · January 2026
AED59
unlimited servings of tantan men
“They have a deal for unlimited servings (only of tantan men) for just AED59 every Tuesday”Google review · January 2026
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The Bottom Line
MaKiRa is a Japanese restaurant in DIFC where ramen is the main event. You can order Tan Tan Ramen, Beef Ramen, Tom Yum Ramen or Shoyu ramen, then add sushi such as the Makira Signature Roll or Torched Salmon Uramaki. Several diners describe rich broth, properly cooked noodles and generous toppings, while one regular returned six times for the Tan Tan Ramen.
The sushi also gets specific praise: reviewers mention fresh sashimi, well-made maki and a good fish-to-rice balance in the poke bowl. Portions are often described as generous enough to share. The calm, warmly lit setting works for a quiet dinner, a business lunch or a casual catch-up in DIFC, with free valet parking mentioned by one diner.
For value, ask directly about the business lunch: reviews cite AED69 for a starter and main, and another describes AED69 for ramen and a half roll. Tuesday’s unlimited Tan Tan offer is another reason to check the current deals, though customer reports quote AED59 and AED60, and the promotion is limited to Tan Tan. The main cautions are practical: WiFi was unavailable for one guest, one dessert review was sharply negative, and a few diners felt pricing or service details did not fully match expectations.