Omakase Counter
Omakase comes with thoughtful presentation and service, with sushi prepared in front of you at the counter.
Mitsu-Ya Dubai
DIFC
Mitsu-Ya Dubai is a Japanese restaurant in DIFC, inside the Ritz-Carlton. It is known for omakase served at the sushi counter, plus well-reviewed dishes such as spicy miso ramen, with a quiet, low-key atmosphere that suits solo meals or relaxed dinners.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
102 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sushi Quality
Tuna nigiri and iburi salmon nigiri were singled out as particularly strong choices.
Authentic Flavours
Reviews from diners familiar with Japan describe the food as genuinely Japanese rather than fusion-led.
Ramen Standout
The spicy miso ramen is a recurring favourite, with one Tokyo-experienced diner calling it fabulous.
Fresh Fish
Several diners praised the fish, including one who found it so tender it melted in the mouth.
Quiet Setting
The restaurant is repeatedly described as cosy, quiet and low-key inside the Ritz-Carlton.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Ramen. Consider the spicy miso ramen; it was called fabulous by a diner who had spent four years eating in Tokyo.
Choose Omakase. For the chef-led experience, order omakase and sit where you can watch the food being made at the sushi bar.
Check Ingredients. Ask how sushi is prepared before ordering: one diner was not expecting the ebo sushi to contain cooked salmon.
Confirm Happy Hour. One review reports a happy-hour discount from 3pm to 6pm, but its wording is uncertain, so confirm before visiting.
Use Mall Parking. A practical route mentioned by a diner is to park at the mall and walk to the restaurant.
Expect Intimacy. The venue is small and table spacing may feel close, so keep the compact layout in mind when planning a private meal.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel DIFC, Ground Floor
Zaa'beel Second - DIFC, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM |
Common Concerns
Mixed Sushi
One recent reviewer reported very poor sushi quality, so experiences are not uniformly positive.
Small Venue
The restaurant is described as a bit small, which may limit space and privacy.
Table Spacing
One diner wanted more distance between tables to improve privacy.
Ramen Variation
A ramen-focused reviewer found the broth lacked depth and the chicken chashu tasted boiled.
Omakase Price
The omakase was described as expensive, even by a reviewer who considered it worthwhile.
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The Bottom Line
Mitsu-Ya is a low-key Japanese restaurant inside the Ritz-Carlton in DIFC, with a traditional sushi counter and an omakase experience prepared in front of diners. It is especially worth considering if you are looking for straightforward Japanese flavours rather than fusion: reviews praise the tuna nigiri, iburi salmon nigiri and spicy miso ramen, while regulars describe the food as comparable to what they eat in Japan. There is more to explore than sushi.
Diners have enjoyed fresh soba, unagi, sashimi, wagyu gyoza and dishes such as hitsumabushi and chutoro. The menu’s range also includes ramen, izakaya-style plates and sake, making it workable for a light solo meal or a longer dinner. The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet, cosy and relaxing, although the restaurant is small and one reviewer wanted more space between tables.
Omakase is the main occasion-style choice, but it comes with a higher price tag than the regular menu. Ramen feedback is mixed: spicy miso receives enthusiastic praise, while one dedicated ramen reviewer found the broth lacking depth and the chicken chashu too plain. Ask about preparations before ordering, particularly if you do not want cooked salmon, and confirm the reported 3pm–6pm happy hour discount before relying on it.