Sunset Seating
The outdoor tables give you a beachfront setting for sunset, with sea views and a light breeze.
Sea Fu
Jumeirah
Sea Fu is an Asian seafood restaurant in Jumeirah, with indoor and outdoor tables beside the beach. Reviews point to fresh seafood, sushi and sunset dining, while the tasting menu with paired teas gives visitors a more elaborate Japanese-inspired experience.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
244 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh Seafood
Several diners specifically describe the seafood as fresh, including sushi, sashimi, salmon and cod.
Tea Pairing
The tasting menu can be paired with teas, including a non-alcoholic option matched to the Japanese-themed courses.
Calm Atmosphere
Reviews describe a cosy, intimate setting with calm music and no loud soundtrack, which suits a quieter dinner.
Breakfast Hours
Breakfast is available from 9am to 11am, and one diner described that window as especially impressive.
Family Friendly
One regular mentions a children’s dish selection, making the restaurant more workable for family meals.
What to Eat at Sea Fu 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 Sea Fu, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Sea Fu, 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
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Sashimi Net +2
“Sashimi was excelent, I enjoyed it, but guys, charging 50 aed for water, it is ridiculous. Also 75 aed for absolutely basic cocktail. Not good=( Place and view are really nice.”
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Review excerpts
“Sashimi was excelent, I enjoyed it, but guys, charging 50 aed for water, it is ridiculous. Also 75 aed for absolutely basic cocktail. Not good=( Place and view are really nice.”May 2021
“A5 wagyu perfectly seasoned and cut super thin with a nice charred edge, sashimi using fish that melts away, dessert was a chocolate mousse that was delicious and light all cooked and prepard with skill.”December 2025
Honorable mentions (18)
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A5 wagyu Net +1
“A5 wagyu perfectly seasoned and cut super thin with a nice charred edge, sashimi using fish that melts away, dessert was a chocolate mousse that was delicious and light all cooked and prepard with skill.”
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Review excerpts
“A5 wagyu perfectly seasoned and cut super thin with a nice charred edge, sashimi using fish that melts away, dessert was a chocolate mousse that was delicious and light all cooked and prepard with skill.”December 2025
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Basil smash Net +1
“If you haven’t tried a Basil Smash then he is your go to man! 100% recommend, you will not regret!”
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Review excerpts
“If you haven’t tried a Basil Smash then he is your go to man! 100% recommend, you will not regret!”December 2024
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Beef tenderloin Net +1
“The food is tasty but quite a small portion on black cod and beef tenderloin.”
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Review excerpts
“The food is tasty but quite a small portion on black cod and beef tenderloin.”February 2019
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Braised salmon nigiri Net +1
“The braised salmon nigiri was also exceptionally good with freshly grated wasabi!”
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Review excerpts
“The braised salmon nigiri was also exceptionally good with freshly grated wasabi!”December 2025
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Chocolate mousse Net +1
“A5 wagyu perfectly seasoned and cut super thin with a nice charred edge, sashimi using fish that melts away, dessert was a chocolate mousse that was delicious and light all cooked and prepard with skill.”
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Review excerpts
“A5 wagyu perfectly seasoned and cut super thin with a nice charred edge, sashimi using fish that melts away, dessert was a chocolate mousse that was delicious and light all cooked and prepard with skill.”December 2025
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Forbidden rice Net +1
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”March 2018
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Friday brunch Net +1
“We went for Friday brunch and it was pretty good.”
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Review excerpts
“We went for Friday brunch and it was pretty good.”January 2018
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Fried cauliflower in an asian sauce Net +1
“My favourite here was fried cauliflower in an Asian sauce, I didn’t expect it to be so delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“My favourite here was fried cauliflower in an Asian sauce, I didn’t expect it to be so delicious.”October 2020
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Grilled octopus Net +1
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”March 2018
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Kimchi bibimbap Net +1
“I went for dinner and enjoyed the sunset while eating Asian-style dishes like kimchi bibimbap and wangyu beef.”
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Review excerpts
“I went for dinner and enjoyed the sunset while eating Asian-style dishes like kimchi bibimbap and wangyu beef.”June 2025
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Sakura desert Net +1
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”March 2018
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Sea salt crusted red snapper dish Net +1
“Highly recommending to try the sea salt crusted red snapper dish. It’s served with mash potatoes and greens. The dish was delicious and more than enough for 2 people so we’ll have to come another time for dessert.”
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Review excerpts
“Highly recommending to try the sea salt crusted red snapper dish. It’s served with mash potatoes and greens. The dish was delicious and more than enough for 2 people so we’ll have to come another time for dessert.”December 2018
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Tasting menu Net +1
“Every course in the tasting menu was delicious and beautifully presented.”
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Review excerpts
“Every course in the tasting menu was delicious and beautifully presented.”December 2025
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Tasting menu with paired teas Net +1
“I'd recommend the tasting menu with paired teas - the selection is amazing and the teas are interesting and work well with the food.”
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Review excerpts
“I'd recommend the tasting menu with paired teas - the selection is amazing and the teas are interesting and work well with the food.”December 2025
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Wagyu course Net +1
“The wagyu course was the stand out for me. Prime A5 beef imported from Japan, with a miso sauce and shitake mushrooms.”
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Review excerpts
“The wagyu course was the stand out for me. Prime A5 beef imported from Japan, with a miso sauce and shitake mushrooms.”December 2025
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Black cod Net 0
Mixed feedback
“The food is tasty but quite a small portion on black cod and beef tenderloin.”
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Review excerpts
“The food is tasty but quite a small portion on black cod and beef tenderloin.”February 2019
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Mango sesame dessert Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The presentation of (mango sesame) dessert is interesting but I wish I can taste more of the sesame.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
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Mille-feuille Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“Mine was the mille-feuille (see photo). As far I was concerned, it’s not a Mille-feuille as it’s supposed to have layers but I understand the need to be different and creative….but it tasted wonderful…until I found a strand of hair in the sauce.”
Positive 0Negative 0Neutral 1
Drinks 1
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Tea pairing menu Net +1
“We had it with the tea pairing menu as a non-alcoholic option and it didn't disappoint, perfectly matched the Japanese themed menu.”
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Review excerpts
“We had it with the tea pairing menu as a non-alcoholic option and it didn't disappoint, perfectly matched the Japanese themed menu.”December 2025
What to Avoid (6)
Food 6
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Chef signature rolls Net −1
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We didn’t like the chef signature rolls, but the grilled octopus, the forbidden rice ( sea food black rice) and the sakura desert were delicious.”March 2018
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Dessert platter Net −1
“The dessert platter was lacking fruit as if they ran out fruit this evening.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The dessert platter was lacking fruit as if they ran out fruit this evening.”October 2022
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Octopus Net −1
“The octopus and wagyu tenderloin (ordered medium) were slightly over cooked.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The octopus and wagyu tenderloin (ordered medium) were slightly over cooked.”March 2023
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Wagu sushi Net −1
“We ordered both times our favorite food ( black cod and wagu sushi ). We order all over the world exactly the same . There is no comparison You can hardly even see the wagyu.”
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Critical review excerpts
“We ordered both times our favorite food ( black cod and wagu sushi ). We order all over the world exactly the same . There is no comparison You can hardly even see the wagyu.”March 2026
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Wagyu steak Net −1
“Last time I was here, I had ordered wagyu steak and it was a bad choice since they do not know how to make steak. It was so hard and done so poorly that my jaw almost hurt after eating it.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Last time I was here, I had ordered wagyu steak and it was a bad choice since they do not know how to make steak. It was so hard and done so poorly that my jaw almost hurt after eating it.”November 2024
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Wagyu tenderloin Net −1
“The octopus and wagyu tenderloin (ordered medium) were slightly over cooked.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The octopus and wagyu tenderloin (ordered medium) were slightly over cooked.”March 2023
Tips for a Better Visit
Sit Outside. Choose an outdoor table around sunset if sea views and the golden-hour setting are your priority.
Try Breakfast. For a morning visit, aim for the stated breakfast window of 9am to 11am.
Book Ahead. Reserve in advance if you want the tasting menus, as one review says booking is highly recommended.
Check Flavours. Ask about the tasting menu’s sweetness and yuzu use if you prefer savoury rather than sweet-leaning dishes.
Check Drinks. Confirm current drink pricing and happy-hour terms before ordering, especially for Aperol-style cocktails.
Choose Lunch. Lunch may be more comfortable if you want to avoid loud nearby music reported during dinner.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Jumeira St
Jumeirah - Jumeirah 2, Dubai
| Mon | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Tue | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Wed | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Thu | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Fri | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sat | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
| Sun | 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM |
Common Concerns
Inconsistent Sushi
Sushi quality is not consistent: one diner found the rolls poorly made, while others praised the freshness.
Small Portions
Some main courses and raw-bar dishes have been described as small for the price.
Service Gaps
Although many reviews praise the service, others report absent servers, slow drink refills and a long payment process.
Price Dispute
A diner reported being charged AED 72 for an Aperol after seeing an AED 45 menu price.
Dress Code
One guest was asked to cover a crop top despite sitting in the open-air area near the pool and beach.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
75 AED
basic cocktail
“Also 75 aed for absolutely basic cocktail”Google review · May 2021
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The Bottom Line
Sea Fu is a beachfront Asian seafood restaurant in Jumeirah where the setting is a major part of the visit. Outdoor tables face the sea and are especially appealing around sunset; several diners mention the views, breeze and relaxed atmosphere. It also has indoor seating for hotter periods or a quieter meal.
The menu covers sushi and seafood alongside Japanese-influenced tasting menus. Specific dishes mentioned by diners include black cod, wagyu sushi, braised salmon nigiri, sashimi and sea-salt-crusted red snapper. The tasting menu with paired teas is a notable choice for a longer evening, though one detailed review found several courses sweet-leaning and heavily flavoured with yuzu.
Breakfast runs from 9am to 11am, and families have noted a selection of children’s dishes. Service is often described as warm and attentive, but the experience is not uniformly smooth. Reviews also mention small portions, slow refills, long payment waits and inconsistent sushi.
One diner reported a food-poisoning illness after seafood, while another raised a pricing dispute over an Aperol. Check drink prices and dress expectations before settling in. For dinner, booking ahead is sensible; lunch may avoid nearby music that some guests found too loud.