REN Dubai | Peruvian Japanese Restaurant | Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City

Name: REN Dubai | Peruvian Japanese Restaurant | Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City
Address: Grand Plaza, Mövenpick Media City - Al Falak St, Al Sufouh, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971506704922

Al Sufouh

Restaurant 0 506 704 922

REN Dubai is a Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant in Al Sufouf, pairing sushi and ceviche with bold Nikkei flavours in a stylish, modern setting. Reviews also highlight its private karaoke room, making it suitable for dinner, celebrations or a lively group night.

Reputation Score

4.8

★★★★★

208 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Fusion dishes

The Japanese-Peruvian menu makes familiar formats distinctive, with Ceviche Maki combining zesty ceviche and a tender sushi roll.

Seafood quality

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh sushi and seafood, including sea bass, ceviche, tartare and seafood rice dishes.

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What to Eat at REN Dubai | Peruvian Japanese Restaurant | Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City

These items at REN Dubai | Peruvian Japanese Restaurant | Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!

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Beef cheek with mash Net +2

“The food was great value, and the beef cheek with mash was a definite highlight—tender and full of flavor.”
Octopus tacos Net +2

“To start with, we had sushi, ceviche and octopus tacos and they were all a hit!”

Honorable mentions (31)

Aji amarillo sea bass Net +1

“For the main, I had the Wagyu beef cheeks curry while my husband ordered their Aji Amarillo sea bass. The beef was super tender and delicious while the fish was layered with so many flavors. There was only a hint of aji so it wasn't overwhelmingly spicy but distinct enough, and the coconut milk elevated all the other ingredients.”
Anticuchos with teriyaki glaze Net +1

“The Anticuchos with Teriyaki Glaze were another standout—tender skewers with a savory-sweet finish that paired beautifully with the grilled flavors of the meat.”
Ceviche maki Net +1

“Highlights for me included the Ceviche Maki, where fresh, zesty ceviche met the tender sushi roll, creating an explosion of flavors that was both surprising and delightful.”
Chicha morada Net +1

“I had chicha morada to down my food and immediately felt nostalgic after the first sip!”
Choco de leche Net +1

“The 'Choco de leche' was quite literally chocolate madness, a beautiful madness.”
Coconut ice cream with jelly Net +1

“We already felt full by the end of the main course, but we could not resist trying their desserts, especially their Tres Leches and coconut ice cream with jelly!”
Cod Net +1

“The seabass was beautifully cooked and full of flavor, the seafood bomba rice was rich, comforting, and absolutely delicious, and the cod was tender and perfectly balanced. Every dish exceeded expectations.”
Crispy crab salad Net +1

“The Crispy Crab Salad was so fun and delicious-definitely a highlight.”
Dulce de leche chocolate cake Net +1

“To finish, we indulged in the Dulce de Leche Chocolate Cake, which the team thoughtfully offered to celebrate my birthday. It was the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal.”
Grilled salmon with vegetables and mashed potatoes Net +1

“I also really enjoyed the grilled salmon with vegetables and mashed potatoes, and the sushi rolls were super tasty too🤤”
Gyoza Net +1

“We tried the signature rolls, tempura, and gyoza, all of which were freshly prepared.”
Karaage Net +1

“Don’t miss the karaage, the tacos, the Wagyu and vege sushi, the steak, the yakisoba…seriously not a dish we didn’t love.”
Katsu chicken Net +1

“For the main course, we had the Katsu Chicken, which was crispy and perfectly cooked, and the Seafood Black Mamba, made with incredibly fresh ingredients.”
Miso soup Net +1

“They were kind enough to offer miso soup to start. The soup was everything you'd expect: packed with earthy and umami flavors and beautiful textures.”
Mixto sea bass ceviche Net +1

“We started with the Mixto Sea Bass Ceviche featuring octopus, fried calamari, a unique lacto-fermented dressing, and Peruvian corn. The flavors were fresh and vibrant, making it an instant favorite.”
Mushroom gyoza Net +1

“The food was just amazing. Mushroom gyoza was incredible and the fishes for main dishes were divine! Highly recommended!”
Prawn tempura Net +1

“Next came the Octopus Tacos and Prawn Tempura, both of which were perfectly cooked and seasoned.”
Seabass Net +1

“The seabass was beautifully cooked and full of flavor, the seafood bomba rice was rich, comforting, and absolutely delicious, and the cod was tender and perfectly balanced. Every dish exceeded expectations.”
Seafood black mamba Net +1

“For the main course, we had the Katsu Chicken, which was crispy and perfectly cooked, and the Seafood Black Mamba, made with incredibly fresh ingredients.”
Seafood bomba rice Net +1

“The seabass was beautifully cooked and full of flavor, the seafood bomba rice was rich, comforting, and absolutely delicious, and the cod was tender and perfectly balanced. Every dish exceeded expectations.”
Seafood bombs paella with sea bass Net +1

“For mains, we had the Wagyu Steak and the Seafood Bombs Paella with Sea Bass. Both dishes were rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The paella, in particular, was a masterpiece—every bite was a celebration of seafood and spices.”
Seafood tartar Net +1

“Fantastic place. The food was exquisite, with fair quantities and really really tasty. Special mention to Ricardo, the waiter that attended us. He’s been amazing. The atmosphere was lovely and the service overall perfect . Everyone should try the ceviche and the seafood tartar.”
Shrimp tacos Net +1

“Gorgeous food and great service, you have to try the shrimp tacos they were unreal 😍”
Tempura Net +1

“We tried the signature rolls, tempura, and gyoza, all of which were freshly prepared.”
Tres leches Net +1

“We already felt full by the end of the main course, but we could not resist trying their desserts, especially their Tres Leches and coconut ice cream with jelly!”
Truffle rolls Net +1

“All the dishes were delicious, especially the truffle rolls and ceviche - definitely a must-try.”
Tuna and oyster tartare Net +1

“However, the true highlight of the night was the Tuna and Oyster Tartare. It was absolutely divine—something I’ll undoubtedly return for!”
Wagyu and vege sushi Net +1

“Don’t miss the karaage, the tacos, the Wagyu and vege sushi, the steak, the yakisoba…seriously not a dish we didn’t love.”
Wagyu beef cheeks curry Net +1

“For the main, I had the Wagyu beef cheeks curry while my husband ordered their Aji Amarillo sea bass. The beef was super tender and delicious while the fish was layered with so many flavors.”
Wagyu steak Net +1

“For mains, we had the Wagyu Steak and the Seafood Bombs Paella with Sea Bass. Both dishes were rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.”
Yakisoba Net +1

“Don’t miss the karaage, the tacos, the Wagyu and vege sushi, the steak, the yakisoba…seriously not a dish we didn’t love.”

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Gin-based cocktails Net +1

“Thursday Ladies Night featuring exclusive gin-based cocktails with a zesty twist of Japanese Yuzu – a refreshing, must-try for citrus lovers!”
Negroni Net +1

“Negroni with a special twist of a great Vermouth from Slaven .”

What to Avoid (3)

Food 3

Crispy calamari Net −1

“The crispy calamari were a lot of crisp a little calamari.”
Nigri rice Net −1

“The nigri rice was warm and fell apart.”
Over cooked beef Net −1

“Unfortunately, we're disappointed with the over cooked beef.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Ask recommendations. Ask the team to match dishes to your preferences; reviewers say menu knowledge made choosing combinations easier.

Try karaoke. If you are visiting with friends, ask about the private karaoke room; guests describe it as a fun post-dinner activity.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Grand Plaza, Mövenpick Media City - Al Falak St

Al Sufouh - Al Sufouh 2, Dubai

0 506 704 922

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Common Concerns

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Price concern

One diner felt the high prices were not justified by the overall experience.

Service gaps

A visit was let down by staff being hard to find and needing multiple calls for attention.

Customer-reported prices

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

about 50dhs a glass

wines

“Relaxed but sophisticated, with fab pricing on food and drinks (great wines for about 50dhs a glass and Taittinger for only 99dhs a glass!)”

Google review · October 2024

99dhs a glass

Taittinger

“Relaxed but sophisticated, with fab pricing on food and drinks (great wines for about 50dhs a glass and Taittinger for only 99dhs a glass!)”

Google review · October 2024

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The Bottom Line

REN Dubai brings Japanese and Peruvian cooking together in a modern restaurant in Al Sufouf. The menu gives you plenty to explore beyond standard sushi: reviewers highlight the Ceviche Maki, Mixto Sea Bass Ceviche, shrimp tacos and seafood bomba rice. It is a good fit for diners who enjoy bold fusion flavours and carefully presented seafood.

The setting comes across as stylish, cosy and relaxed rather than strictly formal. Some evenings may be livelier, with one diner mentioning a live DJ, while the private karaoke room gives groups a separate way to extend the night after dinner. Thursday Ladies Night, with gin-based cocktails featuring Japanese yuzu, is another detail worth checking if you are planning a group outing.

Service is a strong part of many reviews: guests describe attentive explanations, helpful recommendations and warm hospitality. There is also positive feedback from a vegetarian diner about having plenty of choices, and one review notes available parking at the hotel. For celebrations, a birthday dessert with a personal message was a welcome touch.

The main caution is inconsistency. One visit had very poor, hard-to-find service, while another reported warm, falling-apart nigiri rice, overcooked beef and a sticky bathroom floor. Prices also drew criticism, although another diner considered the food and offers reasonable for Dubai.

Ask for guidance when ordering and check current offers before settling in.