Origami Sushi Dubai Mall

Name: Origami Sushi Dubai Mall
Address: Dubai Mall, Fashion Avenue, Level 2, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97143300865

Downtown Dubai

Sushi restaurant Open now 04 330 0865

Origami Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, with a moody, intimate setting inspired by understated Japanese sushi bars. Reviews point to fresh sushi, standout robata such as tenderloin, and a polished dining experience that suits both relaxed meals and celebrations.

Reputation Score

4.7

★★★★★

1,096 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fresh fish

Reviews repeatedly describe the sushi and fish as fresh, high-quality and full of flavour.

Moody setting

The dark, secluded interior feels calm and intimate, giving you a break from the busy mall.

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What to Eat at Origami Sushi Dubai Mall

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

Food 1

Tiger tempura Net +2

“Very delicious. The Tiger tempura was good.”

Honorable mentions (32)

Braised short rib bop Net +1

“The braised short rib bop was tender and flavorful, while the wagyu katsu sando was simply mouthwatering.”
Calamari Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Chili edamame Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Cod skewers Net +1

“Excellent food. We had wagyu crispy rice, salmon nigiri aburi, yellowtail sushi asuzukuri All great. The cod skewers were amazing!! The tempura rock shrimp roll was good but not as good as the others. Def recommend the ones listed above.”
Corn with shiso butter Net +1

“The corn with shiso butter added a delightful twist, and the sushi rolls were fresh and tasty.”
Crab salad Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Ebi tempura Net +1

“The ambiance when you enter is classy and cozy, the food is great, the Ebi Tempura, and the freshly made orange Juice. All of the staff are very accomodating and nice servicing. You feel everything while enjoy eating. Definitely going back.”
Miso black cod Net +1

“Highly recommend the miso black cod, seaweed apple salad and scorched yellow tail nigiri.”
Origami roll Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Prawn yakisoba Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Rock shrimp Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Sakura dessert Net +1

“The Sakura dessert was delicious too.”
Salmon chips Net +1

“We tried a selection of different dishes, including salmon chips, tuna ceviche, the popular vulcani roll, soft shell crab roll and some sashimi and everything was delicious. Such a tasteful and interesting combination of flavours.”
Salmon nigiri aburi Net +1

“Excellent food. We had wagyu crispy rice, salmon nigiri aburi, yellowtail sushi asuzukuri All great. The cod skewers were amazing!! The tempura rock shrimp roll was good but not as good as the others. Def recommend the ones listed above.”
Salmon tataki Net +1

“The salmon tataki was the best of what we ordered.”
Scorched yellow tail nigiri Net +1

“Highly recommend the miso black cod, seaweed apple salad and scorched yellow tail nigiri.”
Seaweed apple salad Net +1

“Highly recommend the miso black cod, seaweed apple salad and scorched yellow tail nigiri.”
Shrimp & chicken gyoza Net +1

“• Shrimp & Chicken Gyoza – a perfect balance, definitely a must-try.”
Shrimp tempura Net +1

“• Shrimp Tempura – light, crispy, and delicious.”
Soft shell crab roll Net +1

“We tried a selection of different dishes, including salmon chips, tuna ceviche, the popular vulcani roll, soft shell crab roll and some sashimi and everything was delicious. Such a tasteful and interesting combination of flavours.”
Spicy edamame Net +1

“The spicy edamame you have to try.”
Spinach salad Net +1

“The spinach salad was delicious but wish the dressing was lighter.”
Tempura rock shrimp roll Net +1

“Excellent food. We had wagyu crispy rice, salmon nigiri aburi, yellowtail sushi asuzukuri All great. The cod skewers were amazing!! The tempura rock shrimp roll was good but not as good as the others. Def recommend the ones listed above.”
Tenderloin robata Net +1

“The standout dish was the tenderloin robata (AED 119.00), which was both tender and full of flavor.”
Tiger prawn sushi Net +1

“Foods were great, really enjoyed the tiger prawn sushi and I would suggest to add more rice meals for better options.”
Tuna ceviche Net +1

“We tried a selection of different dishes, including salmon chips, tuna ceviche, the popular vulcani roll, soft shell crab roll and some sashimi and everything was delicious. Such a tasteful and interesting combination of flavours.”
Volcano roll Net +1

“From the starter Chili Edamame, Origami Roll, California, Maki, and my personal favorite, the "Tiger Tempura", to the Volcano Roll, Crab Salad, Rock Shrimp, Calamari, and Prawn Yakisoba. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully done. You can really taste the quality. 👌🏻”
Vulcani roll Net +1

“We tried a selection of different dishes, including salmon chips, tuna ceviche, the popular vulcani roll, soft shell crab roll and some sashimi and everything was delicious. Such a tasteful and interesting combination of flavours.”
Wagyu crispy rice Net +1

“Excellent food. We had wagyu crispy rice, salmon nigiri aburi, yellowtail sushi asuzukuri All great. The cod skewers were amazing!! The tempura rock shrimp roll was good but not as good as the others. Def recommend the ones listed above.”
Wagyu katsu sando Net +1

“The braised short rib bop was tender and flavorful, while the wagyu katsu sando was simply mouthwatering.”
Yellowtail sushi asuzukuri Net +1

“Excellent food. We had wagyu crispy rice, salmon nigiri aburi, yellowtail sushi asuzukuri All great. The cod skewers were amazing!! The tempura rock shrimp roll was good but not as good as the others. Def recommend the ones listed above.”
Wagyu steak Net 0

Only neutral feedback

“Wagyu steak was cooked more rare than we wanted, but they took it back and fixed it well.”

Drinks 1

Freshly made orange juice Net +1

“The ambiance when you enter is classy and cozy, the food is great, the Ebi Tempura, and the freshly made orange Juice. All of the staff are very accomodating and nice servicing. You feel everything while enjoy eating. Definitely going back.”

What to Avoid (2)

Food 2

Lychee blossom Net −1

“The lychee blossom was too sweet.”
Mushroom rice Net −1

“Then the same waiter served the mushroom rice without mixing it and said someone else would come to do it. I waited another 10 minutes, and again had to ask another staff member to help. Overall, I didn’t wait an entire hour to receive this kind of service. On top of that, the mushroom rice had no flavor at all. Very disappointing experience.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Visit off-peak. Try lunch or a quieter period if possible; one reviewer found service better at lunch than during a busy evening.

Use the bar. Choose a bar seat if you want to watch the chefs; table spacing is described as limited.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Dubai Mall, Fashion Avenue, Level 2

Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai, Dubai

04 330 0865

Mon	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tue	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wed	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thu	10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri	10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sat	10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun	10:00 AM – 1:00 AM

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Common Concerns

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Service swings

Service can be inconsistent: some guests report attentive staff, while others experienced little table attention or poor reception.

Long waits

A busy visit involved a one-hour wait after an estimated 40 minutes, so peak periods can test your patience.

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The Bottom Line

Origami Sushi is a Japanese restaurant in Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, built around fresh sushi, robata and a dark, intimate dining room. It is worth considering for a special meal or a calmer break from the mall, especially if you enjoy food that goes beyond standard rolls. The reviews give you several clear starting points: tenderloin robata, miso black cod skewers, Tiger Tempura and Volcano Roll all receive specific praise.

Calamari and wagyu dishes also appear in positive visits, while the bar is the better seat if watching the chefs appeals to you. The setting is stylish and secluded, though its dark entrance can be easy to miss. Service is the main variable.

Many diners describe warm, attentive staff, including during a crowded late visit, but others report being ignored, waiting an hour to be seated or chasing basic requests such as soy sauce. Going at lunch or outside the busiest periods may help. Prices are on the high side, and one review found the large-plate portions smaller than expected, so this is more of a savour-and-share restaurant than a budget meal.

For a first visit, ask for recommendations and consider ordering one standout dish alongside your sushi.