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Origami Sushi - 77 Valley
Al Khawaneej
Origami Sushi is a homegrown Japanese restaurant serving sushi and modern Japanese dishes in Al Khawaneej. Reviews point to fresh sashimi, creative rolls and standout plates such as Tiger Tempura, alongside a warm, polished dining atmosphere.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
190 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tiger Tempura
Tiger Tempura is a standout order: one guest called it the best they had ever had, while another rated it 10/10.
Creative Rolls
The Origami Roll and Softshell Crab Roll both received strong praise for their flavor, making them useful picks beyond standard sushi.
Menu Guidance
Guests who were unsure what to order found the team helpful when choosing dishes and building a varied selection.
Welcoming Atmosphere
Reviews describe a modern, warm setting with cozy or elegant touches, and outdoor seating was especially enjoyable in good weather.
Dish Quality
Calamari, tenderloin and other dishes are praised for strong flavors, careful cooking and attractive presentation.
What to Eat at Origami Sushi - 77 Valley 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 Origami Sushi - 77 Valley, 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 Origami Sushi - 77 Valley got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Calamari Net +2
“Calamari 10/10”
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Review excerpts
“Calamari 10/10”June 2026
“1. Calamari (51AED): yummy, and the sauce was so delicious and unique!”September 2025
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Tiger tempura Net +2
“Everything was great — especially the Tiger Tempura, which was literally the best I’ve ever had.”
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Review excerpts
“Everything was great — especially the Tiger Tempura, which was literally the best I’ve ever had.”June 2025
“Tiger tempura 10/10”June 2026
Honorable mentions (9)
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Braised short rib Net +1
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”
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Review excerpts
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”May 2025
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Chicken karaage Net +1
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”
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Review excerpts
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”May 2025
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Crispy tuna rice Net +1
“Fabris was a really nice and kind waiter, and the food was really good specially the crispy tuna rice.”
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Review excerpts
“Fabris was a really nice and kind waiter, and the food was really good specially the crispy tuna rice.”June 2026
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New set menu Net +1
““Thank you to Origami for the kind invitation! The new set menu was wonderful, and the food was absolutely delightful.””
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““Thank you to Origami for the kind invitation! The new set menu was wonderful, and the food was absolutely delightful.””September 2025
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Nigiri Net +1
“It was my first time visiting this branch and I will say everything was outstanding the food was really nice the nigiri taste fresh big thanks to fabris I enjoyed the service”
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“It was my first time visiting this branch and I will say everything was outstanding the food was really nice the nigiri taste fresh big thanks to fabris I enjoyed the service”June 2026
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Origami roll Net +1
“3. Origami Roll (71AED): SOO GOOD!! Highly recommended.”
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Review excerpts
“3. Origami Roll (71AED): SOO GOOD!! Highly recommended.”September 2025
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Softshell crab roll Net +1
“5. Softshell Crab Roll (66AED): Yum! Flavorful!”
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Review excerpts
“5. Softshell Crab Roll (66AED): Yum! Flavorful!”September 2025
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Tenderloin Net +1
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”May 2025
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Wagyu potato chip Net +1
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“My go-to dishes are the Chicken Karaage, Wagyu Potato Chip, Tenderloin, and the Braised Short Rib — each one packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”May 2025
What to Avoid (3)
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Crab salad Net −1
“2. Crab Salad (53AED): meh..”
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Critical review excerpts
“2. Crab Salad (53AED): meh..”September 2025
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Fried shrimps Net −1
“The food was not tasty at all, fried shrimps were dripping oil! I couldn’t eat it, we put it in the trash!”
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Critical review excerpts
“The food was not tasty at all, fried shrimps were dripping oil! I couldn’t eat it, we put it in the trash!”June 2026
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Prawn & chicken gyoza Net −1
“4. Prawn & Chicken Gyoza (54AED): it’s flavorless, I had high expectations but this disappointed me.”
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Critical review excerpts
“4. Prawn & Chicken Gyoza (54AED): it’s flavorless, I had high expectations but this disappointed me.”September 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask Guidance. If you are unsure what to order, ask the team for recommendations; one guest said this helped them choose a varied selection.
Visit Off-Peak. Consider quieter periods if timing matters: one visit involved a 45-minute food wait and later orders arriving first.
Check Bill. Review the order and bill before leaving, since one guest was charged for sushi they had not ordered.
Try Outdoors. When the weather is pleasant, outdoor seating can be a good choice; one review described it as a delightful decision.
Plan the visit
Practical details
The 77 Valley
Al Khawaneej, Dubai
| Mon | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 1:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Long Waits
Service can be slow: one visit involved around 45 minutes waiting for food, while another reported slow service despite good food.
Order Errors
Reviews report forgotten items, food arriving in the wrong sequence and an unwanted sushi dish appearing on the bill.
Inconsistent Cooking
A takeaway order included fried shrimp described as so oily the guest could not eat it, while another visit found steak overdone.
Service Attitude
Some guests experienced rude or unprofessional interactions, including a waiter who reacted poorly when problems were raised.
Hygiene Concern
One review raised a hygiene concern, citing an unpleasant odor from some staff that affected the dining experience.
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The Bottom Line
Origami Sushi is a homegrown Japanese restaurant in Al Khawaneej, with a menu that gives you plenty to explore beyond basic rolls. Reviewers specifically mention fresh sashimi, the Origami Roll, Softshell Crab Roll and Tiger Tempura. The latter drew especially strong praise, including one guest’s claim that it was the best they had ever tried.
The setting is part of the appeal. Customers describe a modern, warm design, a cozy or elegant atmosphere and enjoyable outdoor seating when the weather cooperates. The food is often praised for bold flavor, careful presentation and good quality; calamari, crispy tuna rice and dishes such as tenderloin also receive positive mentions.
If you are unsure what to choose, reviewers say the team can help shape a varied order. Service is not completely consistent, however. Several visits describe attentive hospitality, but others report slow food delivery, forgotten items, incorrect sequencing and even a wrong charge.
One takeaway customer also found the fried shrimp excessively oily, while a separate review raised a hygiene concern. For a smoother visit, consider going at a quieter time and check the order and bill before leaving.
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