Fresh Rolls
Several diners describe the sushi and rolls as fresh, with one regular calling this the best Sumo branch they have tried.
Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj
DIFC
Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj is a casual Japanese restaurant in DIFC, serving sushi, tempura, bento boxes and other Japanese dishes in a modern setting. Reviews make the poke bowl, ramen bowl and generously portioned meals worth a look, especially for relaxed group dining.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
488 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Large Portions
Portions can be substantial: one table ordered five dishes for five people and still took leftovers home.
Good Value
Reviews repeatedly describe the food as affordable, with large rolls, bowls and meals offering strong value.
Welcoming Service
Many reviews mention friendly, attentive service, including staff who remember regular orders and food allergies.
Calm Setting
The restaurant is described as calm and suitable for casual dinners with friends, with outdoor seating available.
Tom Yum
The Tom Yum was praised for its aromatic flavour and balanced spicy-sour taste.
What to Eat at Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj 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 Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj, 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.
These items at Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 10
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Miso soup Net +2
“Was not bad, miso soup was very good, sushi rolls a bit small, bento box not bad, drinks were good.”
Positive 2Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Was not bad, miso soup was very good, sushi rolls a bit small, bento box not bad, drinks were good.”September 2019
“I also tried the miso soup, which was rich and full of authentic umami flavor.”May 2025
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Aka sashimi cake Net +1
“Loved aka sashimi cake with black tobiko flying fish caviar on top and new way of sushi wrapped into cucumber.”
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Review excerpts
“Loved aka sashimi cake with black tobiko flying fish caviar on top and new way of sushi wrapped into cucumber.”March 2025
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Calamari rings Net +1
“Our food was absolutely delicious—CALAMARI RINGS were especially amazing! Each dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked.”
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Review excerpts
“Our food was absolutely delicious—CALAMARI RINGS were especially amazing! Each dish was beautifully presented and tasted as good as it looked.”November 2024
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Katsudon Net +1
“I ordered katsudon and it was delicious.”
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Review excerpts
“I ordered katsudon and it was delicious.”October 2025
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Poke bowl Net +1
“The food was amazing! We ordered a ramen bowl, a poke bowl, and some sushi. The ramen was definitely my favourite, but the other two were close seconds. The fish was fresh and I will definite you be visiting again.”
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Review excerpts
“The food was amazing! We ordered a ramen bowl, a poke bowl, and some sushi. The ramen was definitely my favourite, but the other two were close seconds. The fish was fresh and I will definite you be visiting again.”June 2023
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Ramen bowl Net +1
“The food was amazing! We ordered a ramen bowl, a poke bowl, and some sushi. The ramen was definitely my favourite, but the other two were close seconds. The fish was fresh and I will definite you be visiting again.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“The food was amazing! We ordered a ramen bowl, a poke bowl, and some sushi. The ramen was definitely my favourite, but the other two were close seconds. The fish was fresh and I will definite you be visiting again.”June 2023
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Sushi wrapped into cucumber Net +1
“Loved aka sashimi cake with black tobiko flying fish caviar on top and new way of sushi wrapped into cucumber.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Loved aka sashimi cake with black tobiko flying fish caviar on top and new way of sushi wrapped into cucumber.”March 2025
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Tempura rolls Net +1
“The tempura rolls were delicious – crispy on the outside with a creamy filling of crab stick, cucumber, and cream cheese.”
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Review excerpts
“The tempura rolls were delicious – crispy on the outside with a creamy filling of crab stick, cucumber, and cream cheese.”May 2025
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Tom yum Net +1
“The Tom Yum was vibrant and aromatic, with the perfect balance of spicy and sour – truly satisfying.”
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Review excerpts
“The Tom Yum was vibrant and aromatic, with the perfect balance of spicy and sour – truly satisfying.”May 2025
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Wagyu nigiri Net +1
“Overall a good bowl except the seaweed salad was frozen and had some ice in it. Had to separate it out to let it thaw a bit. Otherwise the bowl was great as was the wagyu nigiri”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Overall a good bowl except the seaweed salad was frozen and had some ice in it. Had to separate it out to let it thaw a bit. Otherwise the bowl was great as was the wagyu nigiri”February 2026
What to Avoid (4)
Food 4
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Crab Net −1
“Very disappointed! The sushi is definitely not from good quality especially when you ordered crab they gave you surimi and put a lot of sauce on top… So sorry but I don’t recommend This is not the right place if you want eat good sushi.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Very disappointed! The sushi is definitely not from good quality especially when you ordered crab they gave you surimi and put a lot of sauce on top… So sorry but I don’t recommend This is not the right place if you want eat good sushi.”February 2024
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Seaweed salad Net −1
“Overall a good bowl except the seaweed salad was frozen and had some ice in it. Had to separate it out to let it thaw a bit. Otherwise the bowl was great as was the wagyu nigiri”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“Overall a good bowl except the seaweed salad was frozen and had some ice in it. Had to separate it out to let it thaw a bit. Otherwise the bowl was great as was the wagyu nigiri”February 2026
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Spring rolls harumaki Net −1
“The noodles are sweet and disgusting, the nothing like spring rolls or how they call them "Harumaki" are huge oil sponges.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“The noodles are sweet and disgusting, the nothing like spring rolls or how they call them "Harumaki" are huge oil sponges.”August 2024
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Sumo og box Net −1
“We had the Sumo OG box. We were really disappointed by the quality of the food.”
Positive 0Negative 1
Critical review excerpts
“We had the Sumo OG box. We were really disappointed by the quality of the food.”December 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Share Dishes. Come with company if possible: reviews say the dishes are large enough that two people can share more comfortably.
Allow Time. If you are dining to a schedule, allow extra time or visit outside busy periods because one order took almost 30 minutes.
Adjust Spice. Mention your spice preference when ordering; one diner said staff quickly adjusted a dish that was too hot.
Check Tempura. Tempura quality varies in the reviews, so consider checking preparation if it is the main reason for your visit.
Use Parking. If you are driving, a review says there is enough RTA parking near the restaurant.
Consider Delivery. Delivery has worked well for some diners, with one order arriving fresh, hot and crispy, although service reports are mixed.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Roda Hotel - Financial Ctr St
Trade Center Second - DIFC, Dubai
| Mon | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Mixed Freshness
A few diners reported stale-smelling or poorly prepared sushi, including heavy sauces and questionable crab filling.
Long Waits
One dine-in review reported waiting almost 30 minutes for a Sumo OG box, while another described food arriving very late.
Tempura Issues
Tempura received uneven feedback, ranging from overly oily and crunchy to tasting mainly of flour.
Hygiene Reports
Two reviews raised serious cleanliness concerns, mentioning flies inside or around the food and dining area.
Aged Decor
Some diners found the atmosphere simple or dated and suggested that the interiors could use an update.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
217 AED
5 dishes
“I ordered 5 dishes and paired 217 AED for 5 people”Google review · December 2024
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The Bottom Line
Sumo Sushi & Bento Al Murooj is a casual Japanese restaurant in DIFC for sushi, bento boxes and broader Asian dishes. Reviewers mention the poke bowl, ramen bowl, katsudon and Tom Yum, so it is not limited to rolls. Generous portions also make it a practical choice for sharing rather than a quick solo sushi stop.
The strongest pattern is value: diners describe big rolls and bowls, affordable pricing and enough food to take leftovers home. Sushi quality, however, is not completely consistent. Many customers praise fresh rolls and fish, while others report stale-smelling sushi, excessive sauces or surimi used where crab was expected.
Tempura feedback is similarly uneven, ranging from crisp and enjoyable to oily or flour-heavy. Service is often warm and attentive, and one regular says staff remembered a family’s allergies and usual order. Still, other visits involved unfriendly behaviour, loud staff, long waits and dismissive responses.
Two reviews also raised serious fly and hygiene concerns, worth keeping in mind before dining in. The setting is calm and outdoor seating is available, with a review noting enough RTA parking. Ask for spice adjustments if needed, and consider sharing because portions can be large.
Delivery has arrived hot and crispy for some customers, but experiences vary.