ROKA Dubai

Name: ROKA Dubai
Address: The Opus by Omniyat Level 1, Business Bay, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +97144397171

Business Bay

Japanese restaurant Closed 04 439 7171

ROKA Dubai is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Business Bay, pairing sushi and robata-style cooking with a lively, polished setting. Reviews highlight the premium tasting menu, yellowtail dishes, live-kitchen seating and terrace, making it a flexible choice for date nights, business lunches or a longer celebratory dinner.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

1,357 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Tasting Menu

The premium tasting menu can run to 10-plus courses, including sashimi, sushi, seafood, meat, rice and dessert.

Yellowtail

Yellowtail sashimi with yuzu truffle dressing is repeatedly praised as fresh, light and memorable.

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What to Eat at ROKA Dubai

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

Food 5

Bone marrow dish Net +3

“Nice food, more for tasting than actually getting full- quite small dishes. The staff were incredibly nice and welcoming, very competent and knowledgeable as well. Highly recommend the bone marrow dish picture here. Lovely atmosphere for dates / intimate outing.”
Baked potato Net +2

“The baked potato is truly a show stopping dish, absolutely delicious and a must try!”
Premium tasting menu Net +2

“We tried the premium tasting menu and was not disappointed.”
Warm eggplant salad Net +2

“The dinner was 8/10. Some meals were 10/10 as their warm eggplant salad, some were 6/10 like king crab dumplings or black cod, but in general the food was good.”
Yellowtail sashimi with yuzu truffle dressing Net +2

“I loved the yellowtail sashimi with yuzu truffle dressing.”

Honorable mentions (42)

Almond yoghurt cake with mango toffee Net +1

“The highlight was the dessert though, especially the almond yoghurt cake with mango toffee. Super unique but absolutely delicious, would come back just to have that again.”
Australian wagyu Net +1

“Australian Wagyu 8.5/10”
Avocado maki Net +1

“Avocado Maki 7/10”
Beef dumpling Net +1

“Sushi Selection are vast to select from; beef dumpling was really good; beef skirt & warm eggplant salad was good.”
Beef ginger gyoza Net +1

“Beef Ginger Gyoza 7/10”
Beef skirt Net +1

“Sushi Selection are vast to select from; beef dumpling was really good; beef skirt & warm eggplant salad was good.”
Beef tartare Net +1

“Beef Tartare 8.5/10”
Black cod fish Net +1

“I personally like their salads options, seasonal pickles and black cod fish.”
Black code Net +1

“Came here for dinner, the food and desserts were exceptional, enjoyed the carpaccio and bone marrow as well as regular dishes like the black code.”
Black miso cod Net +1

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”
Business lunch menu Net +1

“Had the business lunch menu plus some drinks. Food, as always, was delicious and such good quality.”
Cabbage gyoza Net +1

“My go-to dishes are the spinach salad, baked potato (their signature), and cabbage gyoza—always fresh and delicious.”
Carpaccio Net +1

“Came here for dinner, the food and desserts were exceptional, enjoyed the carpaccio and bone marrow as well as regular dishes like the black code.”
Ceda roast baby chicken with chilli and lemon Net +1

“Ceda roast baby chicken with chilli and lemon surprises me a lot .. it was really really delicious. The chicken was very soft and marinated so well.”
Clear non-alc colada Net +1

“Highly recommend the Roka Highball if you want something crisp and elevated, or their clear non-alc colada, which is just brilliant.”
Dessert platter Net +1

“The black cod was absolutely delicious and i wish o left more space for the dessert platter.”
Gyoza Net +1

“I loved the Gyoza as well.”
Iceberg lettuce salad no wafu Net +1

“The Iceberg Lettuce Salad No Wafu, is so crunchy with a burst of flavor, and very original!”
Kampachi salad Net +1

“😍🍶 Kampachi salad is such a refreshing start — that buttery yellowtail flavor with a bit of citrus zing is perfection.”
Lamb chops Net +1

“We also tried the scallops, which were beautifully cooked and so flavorful, and the lamb chops — an absolute must-try — perfectly tender and wonderfully seasoned.”
Lamb gyoza Net +1

“We ordered the tuna tartare and spicy salmon sushi, both of which were absolutely delicious (the tartare was a real standout!). The lamb gyoza was also packed with flavor and incredibly tasty.”
Miso creme brule Net +1

“Miso creme brule 8.5/10”
Miso eggplant Net +1

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”
Miso sea bream Net +1

“For the main I had the miso sea bream which was very well cooked but still had a good hibachi char on it.”
Mushroom hot pot Net +1

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”
Prawn dumplings Net +1

“Prawn Dumplings 7.5/10”
Premium lunch menu Net +1

“We went for the premium lunch menu which was a very good selection of dishes and the perfect portion for lunch, a good amount of food but not stuffed.”
Premium sashimi Net +1

“The premium sashimi is a must try and the yellowtail as well.”
Roka highball Net +1

“Highly recommend the Roka Highball if you want something crisp and elevated, or their clear non-alc colada, which is just brilliant.”
Scallops Net +1

“We also tried the scallops, which were beautifully cooked and so flavorful, and the lamb chops — an absolute must-try — perfectly tender and wonderfully seasoned.”
Smoked coconut perfait Net +1

“The skewers were good too, desserts were outstanding especially the smoked coconut perfait.”
Spicy edamame Net +1

“Spicy Edamame 8/10”
Spicy salmon sushi Net +1

“We ordered the tuna tartare and spicy salmon sushi, both of which were absolutely delicious (the tartare was a real standout!). The lamb gyoza was also packed with flavor and incredibly tasty.”
Spicy shrimp tempura Net +1

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”
Spinach salad Net +1

“My go-to dishes are the spinach salad, baked potato (their signature), and cabbage gyoza—always fresh and delicious.”
Sweet potato tempura Net +1

“Sweet Potato Tempura 8.5/10”
Testing menu Net +1

“It’s better to have “testing menu” And u will see all of this colourful taste in your mouth for just one hour.”
Tuna tartare Net +1

“We ordered the tuna tartare and spicy salmon sushi, both of which were absolutely delicious (the tartare was a real standout!). The lamb gyoza was also packed with flavor and incredibly tasty.”
Yellowtail Net +1

“The premium sashimi is a must try and the yellowtail as well.”
Yellowtail carpaccio salad Net +1

“Their yellowtail carpaccio salad deserves a special mention: fresh, vibrant, and easily one of the most memorable dishes I’ve ever tasted anywhere.”
Yuzu cream potato Net +1

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”
Baby spinach salad Net 0

Mixed feedback

“Food is phenomenal (don't miss the miso eggplant, spicy shrimp tempura, baby spinach salad, salmon sashimi, black miso cod, yuzu cream potato, or mushroom hot pot)!”

What to Avoid (6)

Food 6

Business lunch Net −1

“I have visited Roka at least 20 times in the last couple of years, most often for the business lunch, which I used to absolutely love. The concept of enjoying multiple appetizers followed by a main course was creative, generous, and truly set Roka apart. Unfortunately, over time the business lunch has shrunk noticeably in both portion size and overall value.”
King crab dumplings Net −1

“The dinner was 8/10. Some meals were 10/10 as their warm eggplant salad, some were 6/10 like king crab dumplings or black cod, but in general the food was good.”
Korean chicken Net −1

“However, the Korean chicken was a disappointment. It had a very strong garlic taste but lacked depth of flavor, and it wasn’t cooked properly.”
Miso black cod Net −1

“The miso black cod, which should be the main dish highlight, is served in a portion so small it feels more like a tasting than a main course.”
Spicy shrimp sushi Net −1

“The food lacked the usual quality and attention to detail. Each dish felt as though something was missing. The baby spinach salad took 25 minutes to arrive and only after that did we receive the mocktail, despite ordering it at the very beginning. The salad itself lacked depth and texture, while the spicy shrimp sushi was unevenly cut, with some pieces noticeably smaller than others.”
Tuna sashimi Net −1

“For example, the sashimi selection has been reduced to just one single piece of salmon sashimi, one single piece of tuna sashimi, and one single piece of another fish per person. One piece each!”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Book Early. Reserve ahead if you want the terrace; one reviewer specifically advises booking in advance when the weather allows outdoor seating.

Arrive Hungry. If you choose a tasting-style menu, arrive hungry: one diner found the dishes too small to feel filling.

Plan the visit

Practical details

The Opus by Omniyat Level 1

Business Bay, Dubai

04 439 7171

Mon	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Tue	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Wed	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Thu	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun	12:00 PM – 11:30 PM

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Common Concerns

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Small Portions

Several reviews say the tasting-style portions, especially on the premium business lunch, may leave hungry diners wanting more.

Uneven Food

Recent reviews describe inconsistency, including unevenly cut sushi and black cod that lacked flavour and contained a bone.

Customer-reported prices

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

125 AED

lunch

“We tried out ROKA for the Dubai food fest in May @ 125 AED for lunch”

Google review · May 2023

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The Bottom Line

ROKA Dubai is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Business Bay with sushi, robata-style dishes and a lively dining room. It suits date nights, business lunches and celebrations, particularly if you enjoy sharing dishes or working through a tasting menu. The premium tasting menu has been described as 10-plus courses, covering sashimi, sushi, seafood, meat, rice and dessert.

The strongest recurring food mentions are yellowtail sashimi with yuzu truffle dressing, the baked potato and bone marrow. The yellowtail is praised for being fresh, light and citrusy, while the baked potato and bone marrow are reliable recommendations. Saturday and Sunday brunches also attract praise for variety and, in some reviews, bottomless drinks.

Free valet parking makes driving easier. The setting is a real draw: reviews mention a stylish indoor room, terrace seating, live-kitchen bar seats, music from a DJ and views towards the Burj Khalifa. Book early for the terrace or popular brunch periods.

Indoor seating is the safer choice during hot weather. There is a noticeable service and value caveat. Some guests received attentive, knowledgeable service, while others waited for drinks, repeated orders or found the team disorganised.

Recent complaints also focus on shrinking business-lunch portions, uneven sushi, underwhelming black cod and occasional flies outdoors. Check portion sizes and the current menu before committing to a premium lunch.