Origami

Name: Origami
Address: ground floor, Dubai Festival City, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97142620261

Dubai Festival City

Restaurant Open now 04 262 0261

Origami is a Japanese restaurant in Dubai Festival City, known in reviews for fresh, creatively presented sushi and warm service. The Origami Roll and Tiger Tempura are recurring favourites, while the waterfront setting and indoor-outdoor ambience add to the appeal.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

483 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fresh sushi

Reviewers repeatedly describe the sushi as fresh, flavorful and beautifully presented, with real wasabi mentioned by one guest.

Signature rolls

The Origami Roll is a recurring recommendation, alongside favourites such as Tiger Tempura and Volcano sushi.

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What to Eat at Origami

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Origami, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 8

Crab salad Net +3

“The Crab salad was amazing.”
Origami roll Net +3

“The food was consistently excellent. We ordered the calamari, seaweed salad, tenderloin, origami roll, corn with shiso butter, and salted edamame.”
Tenderloin Net +3

“Tenderloin quality was very good and sauce was a perfect match with it.”
Braised short rib bop Net +2

“- Braised Short Rib Bop 10/10 (Must have)”
New style salmon sashimi Net +2

“The New Style Salmon Sashimi was an exquisite blend of flavors and textures that left me craving more. The Tenderloin was an absolute delight, perfectly cooked and seasoned to perfection.”
Rock shrimp Net +2

“- Rock Shrimp: The rock shrimp was tasty, though not as memorable as the other dishes.”
Seaweed salad Net +2

“The miso soup is my favourite & the seaweed salad never disappoints.”
Tiger tempura roll Net +2

“The standout dish of the evening was undoubtedly the tiger tempura roll, which delighted with its delicious flavors and expertly crafted presentation.”

Honorable mentions (26)

Black cod Net +1

“"Hands down to one of the best sushi spots in Dubai! The Origami roll is a must-try, and their prawn yakisoba is so good. Service was top-notch, attentive and friendly. Loved the waterfront views too. Highly recommend the black cod, it's cooked to perfection. Will definitely be back!" 5/5 stars.”
Black cod hoso maki Net +1

“- Black Cod Hoso Maki: This was one of the highlights of my meal. The black cod was perfectly cooked, with a rich, buttery flavor that paired wonderfully with the sushi rice. A must-try for any sushi lover.”
Calamari Net +1

“The food was consistently excellent. We ordered the calamari, seaweed salad, tenderloin, origami roll, corn with shiso butter, and salted edamame.”
Corn with shiso butter Net +1

“The food was consistently excellent. We ordered the calamari, seaweed salad, tenderloin, origami roll, corn with shiso butter, and salted edamame.”
Ebi tempura Net +1

“- Ebi Tempura 9/10”
Edemame Net +1

“- Edemame 10/10”
Fried rice with meat Net +1

“Additionally, the fried rice with meat proved to be a crowd-pleaser, delivering a hearty and flavorful option that left us wanting more.”
Miso soup Net +1

“The miso soup is my favourite & the seaweed salad never disappoints.”
Prawn yakisoba Net +1

“"Hands down to one of the best sushi spots in Dubai! The Origami roll is a must-try, and their prawn yakisoba is so good. Service was top-notch, attentive and friendly. Loved the waterfront views too. Highly recommend the black cod, it's cooked to perfection. Will definitely be back!" 5/5 stars.”
Ramen Net +1

“the best Japanese restaurant in town thank you organı sushi cravings satisfied.u must try also their ramen”
Rock shrimp maki roll Net +1

“I’ll keep this short and sweet - hands down some of the best sushi in Dubai. Personal favourites include the sunset roll, the tiger tempura roll and the rock shrimp maki roll.”
Salmon on potato chips Net +1

“Foods are delicious … I recommend the following : - salmon on potato chips - new style salmon sashimi - origami rolls - wagyu sandas”
Salted edamame Net +1

“The food was consistently excellent. We ordered the calamari, seaweed salad, tenderloin, origami roll, corn with shiso butter, and salted edamame.”
Short rib bao Net +1

“- Short Rib Bao 10/10 (Must have)”
Shrimp noodles Net +1

“The shrimp noodles had a wonderful taste 😋.”
Suikawari Net +1

“- Suikawari: It was a refreshing and enjoyable way to cleanse the palate.”
Sunset roll Net +1

“I’ll keep this short and sweet - hands down some of the best sushi in Dubai. Personal favourites include the sunset roll, the tiger tempura roll and the rock shrimp maki roll.”
Tenkasu prawn Net +1

“- Tenkasu Prawn 8/10”
Tiger sushi Net +1

“One of my favorite spots for sushi We got volcano and tiger sushi Easy 10/10 Highly recommend 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”
Volcano Net +1

“We tried the volcano and tiger Tempura and they were delicious.”
Wagyu sandas Net +1

“Foods are delicious … I recommend the following : - salmon on potato chips - new style salmon sashimi - origami rolls - wagyu sandas”
Wagyu skewers Net +1

“Really good food!! The best crispy rice ive ever had , the wagyu skewers are SO SO GOOD, and the service was outstanding, our server was kevin and his service is 10/10. The flavors are out of this world”
White fun tuna rolls Net +1

“I had tje white fun tuna rolls they were really good.”
Yellowtail nigiri Net +1

“Yellowtail nigiri was good.”
Fried calamari Net 0

Mixed feedback

“While the rice crispy tuna and origami salad didn't quite meet expectations, the fried calamari provided a satisfying start to the meal without overwhelming the palate.”
Origami salad Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Origami salad is a must have.”

Drinks 5

Daiquiri Net +1

“Remaining Sushi,Salmon and the Daiquiri were good.”
Green tea Net +1

“The best Sushi I ever had. The ingredients were freshly cooked and they serve green tea with fresh green tea leaves 🍃 Many thanks to Salih for giving a great service during our lunch. Will definitely be there again.”
Litchi cocktail Net +1

“Litchi cocktail was delicious.”
Lychee blossom mocktail Net +1

“The lychee blossom mocktail is a must try !”
Lychee juice Net +1

“i went there for lunch, the place and the food are all great ! i enjoyed the rolls so much, also the lychee juice was so yummy 😋 i love the aesthetic and the view the restaurant has!, prices are good, 10/10 service and the staff are nice, im allergic to crustaceans ( shrimp, crab.. ) and they helped me choose the right food!”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Rice crispy tuna Net −1

“While the rice crispy tuna and origami salad didn't quite meet expectations, the fried calamari provided a satisfying start to the meal without overwhelming the palate.”
Wagyu on potato Net −1

“Wagyu on potato was the least liked just due to the sauce being too strong(overfilled).”
Yakisoba noodles (prawns and chicken both) Net −1

“Visited the Festival City Mall ,being a fan of Japanese cuisine it left us highly disappointed to see the Yakisoba noodles (Prawns and chicken both)made out of Maggi Noodles ,tastes just as regular noodles straight out of convenience store.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Plan portions. If you have a large appetite, factor in the portion concerns and consider ordering more than one round of dishes.

Flag allergies. Tell the team about any crustacean allergy before ordering; one diner received help choosing suitable food.

Plan the visit

Practical details

ground floor

Al Kheeran - Dubai Festival City, Dubai

04 262 0261

Mon	10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tue	10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wed	10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thu	10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fri	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sat	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sun	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Small portions

Several reviews say portions feel small for the price; one guest described them as nearly sample-sized and had to order more.

Value concerns

Some diners felt the bill was high relative to the amount of food served.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

AED 26 to AED 71

popular small plates and sushi rolls

“Prices for popular small plates and sushi rolls typically range from around AED 26 to AED 71, while larger dishes like grilled tenderloin or premium skewers can be around AED 89‑119”

Google review · January 2026

AED 89‑119

grilled tenderloin or premium skewers

“Prices for popular small plates and sushi rolls typically range from around AED 26 to AED 71, while larger dishes like grilled tenderloin or premium skewers can be around AED 89‑119”

Google review · January 2026

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The Bottom Line

Origami is a Japanese restaurant in Dubai Festival City that suits sushi-focused meals, relaxed lunches and dinners with a waterfront backdrop. Reviews regularly point to the Origami Roll, Tiger Tempura, Crab Salad and Volcano sushi, with fresh ingredients and polished presentation often mentioned. The menu also extends beyond sushi into sashimi, robata-style dishes, noodles and meat plates.

The setting is a strong part of the experience. Diners describe the decor as sleek, modern and cozy, with indoor and outdoor seating; the terrace has views over the shows, while other reviews mention the waterfront. Service is another consistent positive, with staff described as attentive, kind and helpful, including when a guest needed guidance because of a crustacean allergy.

There are a few reasons to manage expectations. Multiple diners felt the portions were small for the prices, and one table of two had to order additional food after four items. A Yakisoba review was especially critical, saying both prawn and chicken versions used Maggi noodles.

Fried calamari was also described as oily with a burnt flavour. For a first visit, the better-supported route is to focus on the named sushi, Crab Salad or Tiger Tempura, and check portion expectations when ordering.