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Reviews repeatedly describe the sushi, sashimi and seafood as fresh, with careful presentation and strong flavours.
Jumeirah
SushiYaki is a Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah where you can order carefully presented sushi, try grilled yakitori, or settle into a relaxed meal by the waterfront. Reviews particularly highlight the seabass ceviche, fresh sashimi, and quiet outdoor setting with views across the canal.
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Reviews repeatedly describe the sushi, sashimi and seafood as fresh, with careful presentation and strong flavours.
The canal-side terrace brings peaceful water views, sunset scenery and, from some tables, a distant Burj Al Arab view.
The setting suits relaxed meals and conversation; one reviewer specifically appreciated that the music was not loud.
The menu gives non-sushi diners options too, including grilled yakitori and cooked chicken and vegetable dishes.
A vegan diner received help navigating the menu and enjoyed balanced udon, crisp tempeh, coconut sorbet and matcha.
Reviews report three hours of free parking when you provide or validate your parking plate or ticket at the restaurant.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of SushiYaki, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
“The menu goes beyond sushi, featuring excellent yakitori — from chicken and wagyu to fish — along with salads, ceviches, and other seafood dishes.”
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“The menu goes beyond sushi, featuring excellent yakitori — from chicken and wagyu to fish — along with salads, ceviches, and other seafood dishes.”April 2026
“The seabass ceviche was light and refreshing with a lovely balance of citrus and spice, while the yakitoris were perfectly grilled, tender, and packed with smoky goodness.”June 2026
“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”
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“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”December 2024
“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”January 2026
“I ended my lunch with the cheesecake. I really appreciate the presentation of all foods! They are so beautiful and delicious.”
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“I ended my lunch with the cheesecake. I really appreciate the presentation of all foods! They are so beautiful and delicious.”August 2025
“• To end on a sweet note, the Cheesecake and Japanese Pudding were simply divine.”May 2025
“• Chicken Sando: 7/10 (loved the presentation but it did not fully meet my expectations)”
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“• Chicken Sando: 7/10 (loved the presentation but it did not fully meet my expectations)”January 2026
“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”
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“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”January 2026
“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”November 2024
“• To end on a sweet note, the Cheesecake and Japanese Pudding were simply divine.”
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“• To end on a sweet note, the Cheesecake and Japanese Pudding were simply divine.”May 2025
“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”November 2024
“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”
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“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”October 2024
“• Salmon Tobiko Maki : 10/10 (my absolute favorite)”
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“• Salmon Tobiko Maki : 10/10 (my absolute favorite)”January 2026
“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”January 2026
“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”
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“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”January 2026
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”
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“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”November 2024
“• California Maki & Salmon Tobiko – a true treat for sushi lovers.”
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“• California Maki & Salmon Tobiko – a true treat for sushi lovers.”May 2025
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”
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“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”
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“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”December 2025
“My favorite dishes is the Scallop Nigiri and Crispy Beef.”
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“My favorite dishes is the Scallop Nigiri and Crispy Beef.”November 2025
“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”
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“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”October 2024
“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”
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“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”January 2026
“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”
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“We ordered the Crispy Chicken, Prawns Tempura, and sides of noodles and fried corn. The food was fabulous, and we can’t forget to mention the unique presentation—it was truly impressive.”October 2024
“• Miyabi: 10/10 (delicious beyond its appearance)”
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“• Miyabi: 10/10 (delicious beyond its appearance)”January 2026
“To commence the evening, I indulged in a delicate sushi selection alongside a prawn salad that was nothing short of refreshing. The sushi 🍣 was masterfully crafted—each piece a harmonious blend of texture and flavor—while the prawns 🍤 were plump and perfectly dressed, offering a bright and zesty introduction to the meal.”
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“To commence the evening, I indulged in a delicate sushi selection alongside a prawn salad that was nothing short of refreshing. The sushi 🍣 was masterfully crafted—each piece a harmonious blend of texture and flavor—while the prawns 🍤 were plump and perfectly dressed, offering a bright and zesty introduction to the meal.”May 2025
“The food was outstanding—fresh, beautifully presented. The sushi was impeccably fresh, the tempura perfectly light and crisp, and the ramen bowl I ordered was rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying.”
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“The food was outstanding—fresh, beautifully presented. The sushi was impeccably fresh, the tempura perfectly light and crisp, and the ramen bowl I ordered was rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying.”December 2025
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”
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“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“Light bite salmon tacos were very good.”
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“Light bite salmon tacos were very good.”February 2026
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”
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“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“• California Maki & Salmon Tobiko – a true treat for sushi lovers.”
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“• California Maki & Salmon Tobiko – a true treat for sushi lovers.”May 2025
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”
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“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“I started with the Salmon Tuna Taco, which was good. The portion was just okay for a starter, and while the wait for food was noticeable, it wasn’t too long.”
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“I started with the Salmon Tuna Taco, which was good. The portion was just okay for a starter, and while the wait for food was noticeable, it wasn’t too long.”February 2025
“My favorite dishes is the Scallop Nigiri and Crispy Beef.”
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“My favorite dishes is the Scallop Nigiri and Crispy Beef.”November 2025
“The seabass ceviche was light and refreshing with a lovely balance of citrus and spice, while the yakitoris were perfectly grilled, tender, and packed with smoky goodness.”
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“The seabass ceviche was light and refreshing with a lovely balance of citrus and spice, while the yakitoris were perfectly grilled, tender, and packed with smoky goodness.”June 2026
“The restaurant offered a great sushi set as a special deal, and we took their recommendation.”
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“The restaurant offered a great sushi set as a special deal, and we took their recommendation.”March 2024
“The main course elevated the experience further. Fragrant, well-seasoned rice served as the ideal foundation for a vibrant medley of kebabs and sweet corn. The kebabs were tender and expertly spiced, and the corn added a delightful contrast with its subtle sweetness and satisfying bite. 🤤”
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“The main course elevated the experience further. Fragrant, well-seasoned rice served as the ideal foundation for a vibrant medley of kebabs and sweet corn. The kebabs were tender and expertly spiced, and the corn added a delightful contrast with its subtle sweetness and satisfying bite. 🤤”May 2025
“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”
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“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”December 2024
“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”
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“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”December 2025
“We had the sashimi (super fresh), the yellowtail carpaccio (light, zesty, and full of flavor), and the tenderloin beef yakitori, which was insanely tender and delicious.”
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“We had the sashimi (super fresh), the yellowtail carpaccio (light, zesty, and full of flavor), and the tenderloin beef yakitori, which was insanely tender and delicious.”August 2025
“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”
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“Everything was delicious especially the Tori Ramen and wagyu striploin, salmon tobiko maki was so good, everything is was very well prepared, superb presentation, black cod was also amazing..”January 2026
“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”
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“Service impeccable, they suggested us a couple of dishes and they were absolutely tasty! Makys, tuna carpaccio and tacos were delicious, the black cod was simply amazing!”December 2024
“I really love the tuna ceviche.”
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“I really love the tuna ceviche.”August 2025
“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”
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“A great option for Japanese fusion, the service was great overall, I highly recommend the Tuna Taco’s, crispy tuna sushi, black cod skewers, and the Japanese Pudding for dessert.”November 2024
“Sushi salad tempura and tuna tacos were good but not amazing considering this is a 5 star restaurant.”
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“Sushi salad tempura and tuna tacos were good but not amazing considering this is a 5 star restaurant.”April 2025
“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”
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“I loved the crispy corn, black cod, tuna tartar and crispy tuna 🍣 sushi”January 2026
“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”
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“We had chicken sando (our ultimate favorite!), salmon and tuna temaki, chickrn thigh yakitori, wagyu striploin, salmon truffle, and salmon & prawn maki. Everything tastes delicious and the staff are very welcoming!”March 2025
“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”
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“The spicing of the udon noodles was perfectly balanced, the tempeh was crisp and impressive, and the coconut sorbet was exquisitely refreshing.”December 2025
“The wagyu sushi was exceptionally fresh and expertly prepared.”
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“The wagyu sushi was exceptionally fresh and expertly prepared.”June 2026
“• Yasi Tempura – crunchy vegetables done right.”
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“• Yasi Tempura – crunchy vegetables done right.”May 2025
“We had the sashimi (super fresh), the yellowtail carpaccio (light, zesty, and full of flavor), and the tenderloin beef yakitori, which was insanely tender and delicious.”
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“We had the sashimi (super fresh), the yellowtail carpaccio (light, zesty, and full of flavor), and the tenderloin beef yakitori, which was insanely tender and delicious.”August 2025
“• Yuzu Green – refreshing and a perfect palate cleanser.”
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“• Yuzu Green – refreshing and a perfect palate cleanser.”May 2025
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“We ordered a crab salad and didn’t like it, and they replaced it with a better one without even discussing it, which really shows how much they care about their customers.”
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“The Prosecco was excellent.”
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“The Prosecco was excellent.”March 2024
“The octopus yaki wasn't my favourite, but everything else was sooooo good.”
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“The octopus yaki wasn't my favourite, but everything else was sooooo good.”January 2026
Validate parking. Give your plate number or validate your parking ticket at the counter to use the reported three-hour free-parking benefit.
Ask offers. If ordering lunch, ask to see the drinks offer card; one reviewer said it was not brought unless requested.
Try happy hour. For a lower-cost drink, check the happy hour: one review reports a refreshing cocktail at 25 AED.
Choose indoors. If smells or comfort matter, consider indoor seating because one outdoor table encountered stagnant-water odour and uncomfortable chairs.
Ask cooked options. If raw fish is not your preference, ask the team to guide you through cooked dishes; a first-time Japanese diner found this helpful.
Check portions. If value is important, confirm portion expectations before ordering: one diner found the starter and black cod portions small for the price.
Plan the visit
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
One outdoor visit was affected by an unpleasant stagnant-water smell near the terrace.
A reviewer found the outdoor tables too small and the chairs uncomfortable.
One diner felt the bill was high for shared starters and expected larger portions and more variety.
A sushi-focused visitor was disappointed by the limited selection of sushi rolls.
Feedback was mixed on some dishes: the octopus yaki missed the mark, while one black cod serving felt small and bland in places.
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
refreshing cocktail
“Rare find happy hour 25 AED refreshing cocktail while waiting for the Abra Tour”Google review · February 2026
The Bottom Line
SushiYaki is a Japanese restaurant in Jumeirah with a polished indoor room and a waterfront terrace. You can come for sushi and sashimi, but the menu also moves into yakitori, ceviche and cooked dishes. Reviews give especially strong marks to the seabass ceviche, Salmon Tobiko Maki, prawn tempura and grilled yakitori, with freshness and presentation recurring throughout.
The atmosphere is a real part of the appeal. Several diners describe the setting as quiet, stylish and relaxing, while the terrace brings canal views and memorable sunsets. It suits a calm lunch, a birthday meal or an evening when you want to talk without loud music.
Vegan diners have also reported helpful menu guidance, including enjoyable udon and crisp tempeh. Value is viewed differently. Some reviewers call the pricing reasonable for the quality, while another reported spending almost USD 100 per person on shared starters and felt portions were small.
Outdoor seating also came with one complaint about stagnant-water odour, tiny tables and uncomfortable chairs. For practical planning, ask about current lunch offers, check the 25 AED happy-hour cocktail mentioned in one review, and validate your parking ticket or plate for the reported three-hour benefit.