Disco brunch
Saturday’s brunch combines sushi, sashimi, oysters and wagyu with a live seafood station and dancing to retro classics.
OKKU
Jumeirah
OKKU is a contemporary Japanese restaurant-bar in Jumeirah, with a chic, subtly lit setting and an international edge. Reviews make it especially appealing for Saturday’s disco brunch, creative cocktails and evenings that combine dinner with live entertainment and dancing.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
711 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Live entertainment
Dinner can include live violin, drums, saxophone, singers, DJs or themed performances, giving the room a lively nightlife feel.
Japanese dishes
Named favourites include spicy tuna on crispy rice, miso tomato on crispy rice, scallops, black cod and truffle rice.
Creative cocktails
Reviews highlight inventive cocktails, house drinks and a broad sake selection, including a smoked whiskey singled out as a must-try.
Group events
A private party for 15 guests received attentive, professional service, with the team helping the celebration run smoothly.
Stylish interior
The venue is described as spacious and distinctive, with brickwork, knight-themed accents and screens showing floating jellyfish.
What to Eat at OKKU 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 OKKU, 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 OKKU got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Crispy duck salad gem lettuce, macadamia, basil, goma Net +2
“Crispy Duck Salad Gem Lettuce, Macadamia, Basil, Goma * Confit duck then fried. To delicious heights. * Gem lettuce was charred gives a great bitter caramel flavour. Everything combined is perfect deliciousness.”
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“Crispy Duck Salad Gem Lettuce, Macadamia, Basil, Goma * Confit duck then fried. To delicious heights. * Gem lettuce was charred gives a great bitter caramel flavour. Everything combined is perfect deliciousness.”March 2025
“Place is beautiful and big and ladies night has great value with unlimited drinks and great choice of plates where every lady can choose 3 dishes. Try Crispy Duck Salad. Very much reminding of the original Okku in H Hotel with even some of the staff remaining. Will return again. Thank you.”April 2024
Honorable mentions (30)
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‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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‘O’ style hotate Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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‘O’ style mango mousse Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Amal owarl Net +1
“Amal Owarl (it’s a Japanese style of cheese cake that is rotated on the grill torching it) * Ice Cream meets sweet this toffee like Japanese cheese cake. Surprisingly delicious.”
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“Amal Owarl (it’s a Japanese style of cheese cake that is rotated on the grill torching it) * Ice Cream meets sweet this toffee like Japanese cheese cake. Surprisingly delicious.”March 2025
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Avocado kazan Net +1
“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”
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“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”March 2024
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Avocado kushiyakl hibachi grilled, shahito fopper, ay panca Net +1
“Avocado Kushiyakl Hibachi grilled, Shahito Fopper, Ay Panca (Peruvian spice blend) * This is stunning. The Ay Panca Spice on the avocado then grilled on the hibachi is amazing. It’s so bloody delicious. I can’t believe I am eating just avocado and chilli. You taste buds dance with UMAMI to the extreme. My mind is spinning, what this is avocado. I love food that confuses the senses. It makes me think makes try to understand. Then it’s hey just eat this deliciousness stuff. * The chilli was a perfect accompaniment with the Ay Panca spice.”
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“Avocado Kushiyakl Hibachi grilled, Shahito Fopper, Ay Panca (Peruvian spice blend) * This is stunning. The Ay Panca Spice on the avocado then grilled on the hibachi is amazing. It’s so bloody delicious. I can’t believe I am eating just avocado and chilli. You taste buds dance with UMAMI to the extreme. My mind is spinning, what this is avocado. I love food that confuses the senses. It makes me think makes try to understand. Then it’s hey just eat this deliciousness stuff. * The chilli was a perfect accompaniment with the Ay Panca spice.”March 2025
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Chilean sea bass gem telluce, yuzu-honey miso Net +1
“Chilean Sea Bass Gem telluce, Yuzu-Honey Miso * Oh my goodness. Delicately treated fish meats amazing miso honey sauce meets slightly bitter lettuce. A dish created by brilliant chefs a dish to savour. Brilliantly balanced food. * The expertly torched skin releases a delicious fatty flavour that adds perfect to the dish. I could rave about this for hours. Wonderful.”
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“Chilean Sea Bass Gem telluce, Yuzu-Honey Miso * Oh my goodness. Delicately treated fish meats amazing miso honey sauce meets slightly bitter lettuce. A dish created by brilliant chefs a dish to savour. Brilliantly balanced food. * The expertly torched skin releases a delicious fatty flavour that adds perfect to the dish. I could rave about this for hours. Wonderful.”March 2025
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Chili garlic edamame Net +1
“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”
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“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”March 2024
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Cool cocktails Net +1
“The drinks are great too, lots of options with cool cocktails selection.”
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“The drinks are great too, lots of options with cool cocktails selection.”December 2023
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Dessert platter Net +1
“Dessert platter I will say only: simple and delicious.”
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“Dessert platter I will say only: simple and delicious.”June 2024
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Double-shelled beef tartare tacos Net +1
“The double-shelled beef tartare tacos and the tempura shimeji are also a fave!”
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“The double-shelled beef tartare tacos and the tempura shimeji are also a fave!”December 2023
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Edomome Net +1
“* Sweet delicious Edomome meets glorious truffles hint of salt. Wow. What a stunning start. Finger licking goodness. I just kept licking my fingers of sweet umami earthy truffles”
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“* Sweet delicious Edomome meets glorious truffles hint of salt. Wow. What a stunning start. Finger licking goodness. I just kept licking my fingers of sweet umami earthy truffles”March 2025
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House cocktails Net +1
“The have some house cocktails that are a must try and mainly the smoked whiskey.”
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“The have some house cocktails that are a must try and mainly the smoked whiskey.”December 2023
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Miso black cod Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Miso tomato on crispy rice Net +1
“Don’t miss the miso tomato on crispy rice - one of the best dishes in Dubai right now!”
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“Don’t miss the miso tomato on crispy rice - one of the best dishes in Dubai right now!”December 2023
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Peking duck salad Net +1
“The food was incredible from the Peking Duck Salad to the Wasabi Tiger Shrimo Rainbow Californian Maki it was endless.”
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“The food was incredible from the Peking Duck Salad to the Wasabi Tiger Shrimo Rainbow Californian Maki it was endless.”December 2023
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Pink hamachi carpaccio yellowtail Net +1
“Pink Hamachi Carpaccio Yellowtail, * In miso truffle sauce. You’re kidding. This is heaven. Truly awesome yellow tail belly in stunning sauce. Wow. I love what I do. Tuna is Melvin my mouth. Hmmmmm * Sauce at the end was amazing. Deep peppery with delicious hints of tuna and truffle. I could drink buckets.”
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“Pink Hamachi Carpaccio Yellowtail, * In miso truffle sauce. You’re kidding. This is heaven. Truly awesome yellow tail belly in stunning sauce. Wow. I love what I do. Tuna is Melvin my mouth. Hmmmmm * Sauce at the end was amazing. Deep peppery with delicious hints of tuna and truffle. I could drink buckets.”March 2025
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Ribeye Net +1
“😍 We ordered some dishes and it was beyond my expectations! Ribeye was so tender, the appetizers were so delicious. Couldn’t ask for more 🤤 Kudos to everyone working here.”
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“😍 We ordered some dishes and it was beyond my expectations! Ribeye was so tender, the appetizers were so delicious. Couldn’t ask for more 🤤 Kudos to everyone working here.”April 2024
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Ribeye robata Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Sake selection Net +1
“The cocktails and sake selection were also top-tier, perfectly complementing the meal.”
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“The cocktails and sake selection were also top-tier, perfectly complementing the meal.”May 2025
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Soft shell crab maki Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Special cocktails Net +1
“Tasty menu and special cocktails and wine . Everything is perfect.”
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“Tasty menu and special cocktails and wine . Everything is perfect.”December 2024
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Spicey tuna on crispy rice Net +1
“The eggplant dish was a tiny bit overcooked but all else was great!!! Especially the Spicey Tuna on Crispy rice! Favorite!!”
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“The eggplant dish was a tiny bit overcooked but all else was great!!! Especially the Spicey Tuna on Crispy rice! Favorite!!”January 2024
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Spicy salmon on crispy rice Net +1
“The best dish was the Spicy Salmon on Crispy Rice.”
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“The best dish was the Spicy Salmon on Crispy Rice.”June 2024
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Tempura shimeji Net +1
“The double-shelled beef tartare tacos and the tempura shimeji are also a fave!”
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“The double-shelled beef tartare tacos and the tempura shimeji are also a fave!”December 2023
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Truffle chahan rice Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Wagyu beef and foie gras Net +1
“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”
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“The Chili garlic edamame, the wagyu beef and foie gras, the avocado kazan that arrives in a case of flames etc. Everything made the experience more enjoyable!”March 2024
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Wagyu beef tartare grilled crispy rice, quail egg. truffe Net +1
“Wagyu Beef Tartare Grilled Crispy Rice, Quail Egg. Truffe * One bite crispy rice cake with Wagyu tartar and quail egg cooked soft. Sweet delicious meat mixed with umami egg. Interesting combination that is delicious.”
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“Wagyu Beef Tartare Grilled Crispy Rice, Quail Egg. Truffe * One bite crispy rice cake with Wagyu tartar and quail egg cooked soft. Sweet delicious meat mixed with umami egg. Interesting combination that is delicious.”March 2025
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Wasabi rock shrimp Net +1
“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”
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“We ordered: Wasabi rock shrimp ‘O’ style hotate Soft shell crab maki Miso black cod Ribeye robata Truffle chahan rice ‘O’ style dark chocolate fondant ‘O’ style mango mousse Literally every dish wowed us. Every bite was delicious!!!”December 2023
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Wasabi tiger shrimo rainbow californian maki Net +1
“The food was incredible from the Peking Duck Salad to the Wasabi Tiger Shrimo Rainbow Californian Maki it was endless.”
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“The food was incredible from the Peking Duck Salad to the Wasabi Tiger Shrimo Rainbow Californian Maki it was endless.”December 2023
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Smoked whiskey Net +1
“The have some house cocktails that are a must try and mainly the smoked whiskey.”
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“The have some house cocktails that are a must try and mainly the smoked whiskey.”December 2023
What to Avoid (2)
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Mushrooms risotto Net −1
“I had mushrooms risotto and I didn’t like it. It was too salty and it seemed I ate sauce with rice instead of rice with a dash of sauce. My recommendation is to improve this dish as it might be your bestseller in future.”
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“I had mushrooms risotto and I didn’t like it. It was too salty and it seemed I ate sauce with rice instead of rice with a dash of sauce. My recommendation is to improve this dish as it might be your bestseller in future.”October 2024
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Torched nigiris Net −1
“Food: beautiful sashimi and makis, the torched nigiris were not great, as they were under the heat lamp for some time already they were dry.”
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“Food: beautiful sashimi and makis, the torched nigiris were not great, as they were under the heat lamp for some time already they were dry.”June 2024
Tips for a Better Visit
Reserve ahead. Book in advance for the popular disco brunch, which one reviewer described as packed.
Arrive early. For Saturday brunch, arrive before the 1pm traffic peak; a reviewer reported getting stuck for an hour.
Use valet. Valet parking is available and was specifically praised as convenient for brunch arrivals.
Add a main. If you are hungry on a Wednesday night, add a main course because one reviewer found the menu portions snack-sized.
Expect dancing. Choose the disco brunch or a themed evening if you want music and dancing rather than a quiet meal.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Marriott Resort Palm
Jumeirah, Dubai
Common Concerns
Loud music
Live music was considered too loud during one relatively quiet evening, making conversation harder.
Slow service
One Wednesday visit involved a 15-minute wait for a server, 40 minutes for water and about an hour for a drink.
Small portions
One review found the fusion dishes closer to snack portions and advised adding a main course if you are hungry.
Dish inconsistency
The mushrooms risotto was described as too salty, while another review found heat-lamp torched nigiri dry.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
295 aed
brunch packages
“The brunch packages start from 295 aed and include an unlimited buffet with a variety of nighiri, sashimi, maki, kushiyaki and ceviche that gets replenished until the very end”Google review · May 2024
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The Bottom Line
OKKU is a contemporary Japanese restaurant-bar in Jumeirah that works particularly well for a lively dinner, date night or group celebration. You can order sushi and sashimi, robata-style dishes, cocktails and sake, or book the Saturday disco brunch for a more entertainment-led afternoon. The brunch is the standout format in the reviews: starters are served at the table, while sushi and seafood are replenished at a live buffet station.
Customers mention oysters, wagyu, sashimi and retro tracks ranging from Backstreet Boys to Macarena, with the room turning into a dance floor later in the afternoon. Wednesday ladies’ nights also pair food and drinks with a DJ, drummer and live performances. Food favourites include spicy salmon or tuna on crispy rice, miso tomato on crispy rice, scallops, black cod and truffle rice.
Cocktails are often praised for being inventive, and one review specifically recommends the smoked whiskey. The décor is distinctive, with floating-jellyfish screens and a dramatic entrance. There are a few caveats.
Music can be too loud for conversation, service was very slow on one busy Wednesday, and some portions may feel small without a main course. Reserve ahead for brunch and arrive early; valet parking is available.