Oceanic design
The underwater interiors, mermaid sculptures and pearl-shell bathroom make the setting unusually memorable.
Sexy Fish Dubai
DIFC
Sexy Fish Dubai is a Japanese-inspired restaurant and bar in DIFC, known for sushi, sashimi, seafood and robata-grilled dishes. Reviews make the dramatic underwater interiors, terrace views and cocktails the main draw, whether you come for dinner, business lunch or sundown drinks.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
1,502 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Strong cocktails
Cocktails are a clear highlight, with the Lychee Martini and Aperol Spritz both receiving specific praise.
Food quality
Sushi, skewers and black cod are repeatedly praised for fresh flavours, careful presentation and satisfying portions.
Omakase value
The Tuesday omakase deal impressed one visitor with both its quality and generous portion sizes.
City views
The terrace and window tables can provide views towards Burj Khalifa and the surrounding DIFC skyline.
Efficient valet
One reviewer found the valet parking efficient, without the long wait often associated with venue arrivals.
What to Eat at Sexy Fish Dubai 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 Sexy Fish Dubai, 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 Sexy Fish Dubai, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Black cod Net +3
“The food was simply outstanding, every dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor, especially the sushi and the black cod.”
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“The food was simply outstanding, every dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor, especially the sushi and the black cod.”November 2025
“The menu wasn’t anything special. The only dish I truly liked was the black cod. The Angus beef was tough and definitely not worth the price. Dessert “chocolate mousse “ was very average as well.”June 2026
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Cheesecake Net +2
“Ordered the cheesecake for the celebration which was around AED 150-160 but it was the most amazing cheesecake.”
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“Ordered the cheesecake for the celebration which was around AED 150-160 but it was the most amazing cheesecake.”June 2026
“The only good things were the watermelon n duck salad and the cheesecake. Otherwise, pure disappointment and the staff seemed forced to like be "polite" or in general weren't trained in customer service which was honestly baffling.”May 2026
Honorable mentions (22)
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Beef yakitori Net +1
“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”
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“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”June 2026
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Chicken yakitori Net +1
“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”
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“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”June 2026
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Chilean sea bass Net +1
“The Chilean sea bass was exceptional, perfectly cooked and incredibly refined.”
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“The Chilean sea bass was exceptional, perfectly cooked and incredibly refined.”May 2026
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Cod Net +1
“The food was very good, really enjoyed the cod and the sashimi.”
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“The food was very good, really enjoyed the cod and the sashimi.”June 2026
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Combo business lunch Net +1
“I visited this restaurant for the first time, I was very pleased that I got a combo business lunch and happy hour) an excellent menu and cocktails, I recommend trying the most delicate tuna tartare, the tartare is magnificent, as are the cocktails.”
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“I visited this restaurant for the first time, I was very pleased that I got a combo business lunch and happy hour) an excellent menu and cocktails, I recommend trying the most delicate tuna tartare, the tartare is magnificent, as are the cocktails.”May 2026
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Crispy prawns Net +1
“The sushi selection was fresh and beautifully presented, and the crispy prawns were another standout.”
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“The sushi selection was fresh and beautifully presented, and the crispy prawns were another standout.”May 2026
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Delicious gyoza (dumplings) Net +1
“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”
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“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”June 2026
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Duck salad Net +1
“Truly exceptional service and food are amazing!Higly recommend the bbq skewer , duck salad,angus and black cod.I can say that they have a sumptuous food compared to their London branch.”
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“Truly exceptional service and food are amazing!Higly recommend the bbq skewer , duck salad,angus and black cod.I can say that they have a sumptuous food compared to their London branch.”May 2026
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Edamame hummus Net +1
“The restaurant’s edamame hummus was really good, I spread a generous amount on the tuna tartare bun and they complemented well.”
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“The restaurant’s edamame hummus was really good, I spread a generous amount on the tuna tartare bun and they complemented well.”May 2026
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Foie gras Net +1
“The quality of the dishes is outstanding — the foie gras, for example, is of a truly rare standard — and every plate is part of a perfectly choreographed culinary show, orchestrated by a great chef and an impressively precise team.”
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“The quality of the dishes is outstanding — the foie gras, for example, is of a truly rare standard — and every plate is part of a perfectly choreographed culinary show, orchestrated by a great chef and an impressively precise team.”December 2025
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Fresh crab leg served with japanese vinegar Net +1
“The fresh crab leg served with Japanese vinegar was equally incredible, subtle, perfectly prepared, and truly memorable.”
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“The fresh crab leg served with Japanese vinegar was equally incredible, subtle, perfectly prepared, and truly memorable.”October 2025
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House special red snapper sashimi Net +1
“The food was simply outstanding. We had the house special red snapper two ways, first as sashimi, sliced perfectly thin and unbelievably fresh, then as Nigiri, delicate and full of flavour.”
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“The food was simply outstanding. We had the house special red snapper two ways, first as sashimi, sliced perfectly thin and unbelievably fresh, then as Nigiri, delicate and full of flavour.”October 2025
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House special red snapper two ways Net +1
“The food was simply outstanding. We had the house special red snapper two ways, first as sashimi, sliced perfectly thin and unbelievably fresh, then as Nigiri, delicate and full of flavour.”
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“The food was simply outstanding. We had the house special red snapper two ways, first as sashimi, sliced perfectly thin and unbelievably fresh, then as Nigiri, delicate and full of flavour.”October 2025
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Lunch menu Net +1
“We had the good value (by dubai standards) lunch menu. Dhs167 (Dec'25) and as we were a group this got us a selection of appetizers, a main course, and a selection of desserts. Drinks are extra and pricey of course. Come in the evening and expect to pay several times this for a la carte. Anyway, the place is unique. Decor is insane, off the charts, quirky, whatever you like to call it. Certainly unusual. Service was extremely attentive and smiling. Food was faultless, actually beyond my expectations even though I had expected it to be good.”
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Review excerpts
“We had the good value (by dubai standards) lunch menu. Dhs167 (Dec'25) and as we were a group this got us a selection of appetizers, a main course, and a selection of desserts. Drinks are extra and pricey of course. Come in the evening and expect to pay several times this for a la carte. Anyway, the place is unique. Decor is insane, off the charts, quirky, whatever you like to call it. Certainly unusual. Service was extremely attentive and smiling. Food was faultless, actually beyond my expectations even though I had expected it to be good.”December 2025
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Omakase Net +1
“We tried their omakase Tuesday deal and were honestly blown away. It exceeded our expectations! Food was amazing, such great portion sizes (especially for an omakase), service was great and of course the location is stunning. We‘ll definitely be back.”
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“We tried their omakase Tuesday deal and were honestly blown away. It exceeded our expectations! Food was amazing, such great portion sizes (especially for an omakase), service was great and of course the location is stunning. We‘ll definitely be back.”June 2026
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Prawn tempura salmon roll Net +1
“The Prawn Tempura Salmon Roll she suggested was absolutely delicious.”
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“The Prawn Tempura Salmon Roll she suggested was absolutely delicious.”January 2026
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Sundown Net +1
“I enjoyed "sundown" offer: which includes cocktails and snacks. I am definitely looking forward to be back soon.”
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“I enjoyed "sundown" offer: which includes cocktails and snacks. I am definitely looking forward to be back soon.”July 2026
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Tasty croquettes with bonito flakes Net +1
“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food was just as impressive. We loved the chicken yakitori, beef yakitori, delicious gyoza (dumplings), and tasty croquettes with bonito flakes. Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were perfect.”June 2026
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Tuna tartare Net +1
“I visited this restaurant for the first time, I was very pleased that I got a combo business lunch and happy hour) an excellent menu and cocktails, I recommend trying the most delicate tuna tartare, the tartare is magnificent, as are the cocktails.”
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Review excerpts
“I visited this restaurant for the first time, I was very pleased that I got a combo business lunch and happy hour) an excellent menu and cocktails, I recommend trying the most delicate tuna tartare, the tartare is magnificent, as are the cocktails.”May 2026
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Tuna tartare bun Net +1
“The restaurant’s edamame hummus was really good, I spread a generous amount on the tuna tartare bun and they complemented well.”
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“The restaurant’s edamame hummus was really good, I spread a generous amount on the tuna tartare bun and they complemented well.”May 2026
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Watermelon n duck salad Net +1
“The only good things were the watermelon n duck salad and the cheesecake. Otherwise, pure disappointment and the staff seemed forced to like be "polite" or in general weren't trained in customer service which was honestly baffling.”
Positive 1Negative 0
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“The only good things were the watermelon n duck salad and the cheesecake. Otherwise, pure disappointment and the staff seemed forced to like be "polite" or in general weren't trained in customer service which was honestly baffling.”May 2026
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Chocolate mousse Net 0
Only neutral feedback
“The menu wasn’t anything special. The only dish I truly liked was the black cod. The Angus beef was tough and definitely not worth the price. Dessert “chocolate mousse “ was very average as well.”
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Lychee martini Net +2
“I was wrapping up my work with a glass of refreshing lychee martini, best way to end my day.”
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“I was wrapping up my work with a glass of refreshing lychee martini, best way to end my day.”June 2026
“The cocktails were delicious, and the Lychee Martini was definitely my favorite 🍹The appetizers were also outstanding, every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented.”June 2026
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Aperol spritz Net +1
“We paired it with refreshing Aperol Spritz. The service was excellent and friendly.”
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“We paired it with refreshing Aperol Spritz. The service was excellent and friendly.”June 2026
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Yammy mocktail Net +1
“I had the signature cocktail and cocktail and honestly was pleasantly surprised by the yammy mocktail ! Refreshing atmosphere for a drink after work or cool place for dinner with a great view. Did not try the food this will be next as I am definitely coming back.”
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“I had the signature cocktail and cocktail and honestly was pleasantly surprised by the yammy mocktail ! Refreshing atmosphere for a drink after work or cool place for dinner with a great view. Did not try the food this will be next as I am definitely coming back.”May 2026
What to Avoid (1)
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Angus beef Net −1
“The menu wasn’t anything special. The only dish I truly liked was the black cod. The Angus beef was tough and definitely not worth the price. Dessert “chocolate mousse “ was very average as well.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The menu wasn’t anything special. The only dish I truly liked was the black cod. The Angus beef was tough and definitely not worth the price. Dessert “chocolate mousse “ was very average as well.”June 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Try sundown. Consider the sundown offer for cocktails and snacks; it is a practical way to sample the venue without booking a full dinner.
Check lunch portions. Business lunch can offer good value, but avoid relying on it as a substantial meal if you arrive very hungry.
Dress elegantly. If you are arriving without a reservation, wear elegant shoes and clothing because the dress code may be enforced.
Allow for noise. Choose this for a lively evening rather than quiet conversation, especially when the music and DJ atmosphere are in full swing.
Use valet. Valet is worth considering for arrival: one customer specifically found it efficient and free of the usual long wait.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Level 11 - Innovation One
Zaa'beel Second - DIFC, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High pricing
Several diners found the overall cost high, especially for à la carte meals and drinks.
Loud music
The energetic soundtrack can make conversation difficult; one diner compared the noise to a food court.
Uneven service
One visit involved repeated attempts to attract staff, while the reception interaction was described as rude.
Small portions
A business-lunch diner felt the portions were too small for anyone arriving particularly hungry.
Payment delay
One customer reported a duplicate card charge that took several weeks and a bank chargeback to resolve.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 150-160
cheesecake
“Ordered the cheesecake for the celebration which was around AED 150-160 but it was the most amazing cheesecake”Google review · June 2026
AED 644
bill for two people
“The bill for two people came to AED 644 (around USD 180), which felt quite high for what we experienced”Google review · June 2026
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The Bottom Line
Sexy Fish Dubai is a Japanese-inspired restaurant and bar in DIFC where the setting is almost as important as the meal. You can come for sushi and sashimi, robata-style skewers, cocktails or a business lunch, then linger over the underwater décor, mermaid sculptures and famously photogenic bathrooms. Terrace and window tables may add Burj Khalifa views.
The food receives plenty of praise, especially the sushi, chicken and beef yakitori, black cod, Chilean sea bass and gyoza. The Tuesday omakase deal was singled out for generous portions, while the Lychee Martini is a recurring drinks favourite. Service is often attentive and personal, though one diner reported struggling to get staff attention and another had a duplicate card charge that took weeks to resolve.
Plan around the mood. Music can be loud enough to hinder conversation, so this suits a lively dinner, drinks or celebration more than a quiet catch-up. Sundown includes cocktails and snacks, and valet parking was described as efficient.
Pricing is firmly upscale: a December 2025 lunch menu was reported at Dhs167, while another birthday dinner for two reached AED 644. Business lunch reviews split between good value and portions too small for a hungry diner, so check what is included before booking.