Tum Tum Asia

Name: Tum Tum Asia
Address: Unit No.4, Shaikha Building - 13th St, Oud Metha, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971582060681

Oud Metha

Vegetarian restaurant Open now 0 582 060 681

Tum Tum Asia is a vegetarian Pan-Asian restaurant in Oud Metha, with Jain and vegan-friendly choices alongside creative street-food interpretations. Reviews particularly highlight its sushi, dim sums and inventive presentation, making it a useful stop when you want Asian food beyond the usual vegetarian staples.

Reputation Score

4.4

★★★★☆

1,435 ratings

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The Good Stuff

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Vegetarian Range

The menu is entirely vegetarian, with Jain and vegan options and plenty beyond standard paneer-based dishes.

Creative Sushi

Black Dynamite Sushi, Soya BBQ Sushi and lotus tempura sushi are among the dishes reviewers return to or strongly recommend.

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What to Eat at Tum Tum Asia

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Tum Tum Asia, 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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Lotus stem Net +2

“The best dishes are Thrice Cooked Soya, the Khow Suey, the lotus stem and a perfectly made Hakka Noodles.”
Thai currysome dimsums Net +2

“- Thai Currysome Dimsums – Absolutely amazing, perfectly done.”

Honorable mentions (31)

Khow suey Net +1

“We tried Khau Suey, amazing flavours and presentation.”
Alphonso lime mule Net +1

“We tried the alphonso lime mule and bloody guava Mary and both were delicious and not overloaded with ice to make up for the size of the drink.”
Asian trilogy black dynamite Net +1

“loved all the fusion food . should try the mock my eat, Asian trilogy black dynamite, momos..chocolate burger are few items..”
Bheege hue kulche Net +1

“We tried their beli ram k soya champ and bheege hue kulche where kulche was nice but soya champ did not had flavor”
Black dynamite 2.0 Net +1

“Highly Recommended (5/5) - Black Dynamite 2.0, Cottage cheese sizzler”
Black dynamite sushi Net +1

“Black Dynamite Sushi, Momo Chutney Dim sum, and Wai Wai Noodles have been my favorites so much that every time I have been there, I have had them.”
Bloody guava mary Net +1

“We tried the alphonso lime mule and bloody guava Mary and both were delicious and not overloaded with ice to make up for the size of the drink.”
Buttery avocado nigiri Net +1

“- Buttery Avocado Nigiri – A little bland, but still enjoyable.”
Charred soya wings Net +1

“Must try (4/5) - Thai Curry Dimsums, Charred Soya Wings, Passion fruit balti”
Cheese balls Net +1

“The cheese balls were great and came in this egg shaped dish. They just melt in your mouth.”
Cheok bo hot stone rice dish Net +1

“We tried the lotus tempura sushi and cheok bo hot stone rice dish and both were excellent. Portion sizes on the rice dish could suffice 2-3 people if paired with other things on the menu.”
Chive & mushroom dim sum Net +1

“New addition of Chive & Mushroom Dim sum definitely deserves a worthy mention. Do try it on your next visit.”
Chowmein street noodles Net +1

“Passion fruit drink was outstanding Khimchi salad...perfect sweet sour spicy ...delicious Ruby sushi Mango sushi Thai dimsum Chowmein street noodles was amazing Green curry Each dish was flavourful and highly recommended.”
Cottage cheese sizzler Net +1

“Highly Recommended (5/5) - Black Dynamite 2.0, Cottage cheese sizzler”
Crispy miso rasher Net +1

“Chow chow cigar was not upto the mark as expected, Crispy miso Rasher was good in taste, Phad Thai was also not so good in taste, Tum Tum goreng fried rice sizzler was good in taste as against the value we paid for it.over all good ambience and quality of food they serves are good. Presentation was just really good.”
Dynamite sushi Net +1

“The lotus stem dish is a delight together with the Kim chi and the dynamite sushi.”
Green chili paneer Net +1

“Absolutely fantastic spot for vegetarians in Dubai. Every dish was flavorful and the presentation was tremendous. The service was also very good, which only made the entire dining experience that much better. We loved the different sushi options, the dim sum, the green chili paneer, and the dessert. I would highly recommend this place. If I lived in the area, I would eat here on a monthly basis!”
Hakka noodles Net +1

“The best dishes are Thrice Cooked Soya, the Khow Suey, the lotus stem and a perfectly made Hakka Noodles.”
Khimchi salad Net +1

“Passion fruit drink was outstanding Khimchi salad...perfect sweet sour spicy ...delicious Ruby sushi Mango sushi Thai dimsum Chowmein street noodles was amazing Green curry Each dish was flavourful and highly recommended.”
Korean wings Net +1

“The Korean wings, however, were the highlight of the meal. Great presentation, delicious sauce, and I really enjoyed the chewy texture. Definitely the best dish we ordered.”
Lotus tempura sushi Net +1

“We tried the lotus tempura sushi and cheok bo hot stone rice dish and both were excellent.”
Mock my eat Net +1

“loved all the fusion food . should try the mock my eat, Asian trilogy black dynamite, momos..chocolate burger are few items..”
Momo chutney dim sum Net +1

“Black Dynamite Sushi, Momo Chutney Dim sum, and Wai Wai Noodles have been my favorites so much that every time I have been there, I have had them.”
Passion fruit balti Net +1

“Must try (4/5) - Thai Curry Dimsums, Charred Soya Wings, Passion fruit balti”
Pot stickers Net +1

“Pot stickers for starters and soup, rice n soya chaap for main course. Everything delicious and served fast. I especially liked the pot stickers.”
Soya bbq sushi Net +1

“We had the tandoori momos, Soya BBQ sushi, and cheese corn balls (potato dumplings). The sushi was outstanding. Also, the table had an inbuilt drawer with tissues, straws and chopsticks for our ease. The potato dumplings were not very warm, and a bit cold from the middle, but that’s okay. The rest was very enjoyable; will definitely come again!”
Soya wings Net +1

“The only thing we got that was decent was the soya wings.”
Tandoori sushi Net +1

“Tandoori Sushi and Chow Chow Cigar is a must try.”
Thrice cooked soya Net +1

“The best dishes are Thrice Cooked Soya, the Khow Suey, the lotus stem and a perfectly made Hakka Noodles.”
Wai wai noodles Net +1

“Black Dynamite Sushi, Momo Chutney Dim sum, and Wai Wai Noodles have been my favorites so much that every time I have been there, I have had them.”
Beliram soya chaap Net 0

Mixed feedback

“The starters were solid, but the Beliram Soya Chaap which is tasty but was basically half oil (as you can see in the photo) and greese dripping with every bite.”

What to Avoid (11)

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Cheese corn balls (potato dumplings) Net −1

“We had the tandoori momos, Soya BBQ sushi, and cheese corn balls (potato dumplings). The sushi was outstanding. Also, the table had an inbuilt drawer with tissues, straws and chopsticks for our ease. The potato dumplings were not very warm, and a bit cold from the middle, but that’s okay. The rest was very enjoyable; will definitely come again!”
Coconut rice Net −1

“The restaurant looked promising, but unfortunately the dishes I tried—Tum Tum fried rice, Korean BBQ chicken, and Korean mandu—didn’t meet my expectations. The chicken had a minced texture I wasn’t expecting, and the coconut rice had an unusual flavor. Overall, the meal didn’t suit my taste, and I don’t plan to return. It might appeal more to diners who enjoy fusion-style interpretations of Asian cuisine”
Khushari Net −1

“Khushari came with assorted grilled vegetables coated with a thick and raw peanut coating and uneven grilling.”
Korean bbq chicken Net −1

“The restaurant looked promising, but unfortunately the dishes I tried—Tum Tum fried rice, Korean BBQ chicken, and Korean mandu—didn’t meet my expectations. The chicken had a minced texture I wasn’t expecting, and the coconut rice had an unusual flavor. Overall, the meal didn’t suit my taste, and I don’t plan to return. It might appeal more to diners who enjoy fusion-style interpretations of Asian cuisine”
Korean mandu Net −1

“The restaurant looked promising, but unfortunately the dishes I tried—Tum Tum fried rice, Korean BBQ chicken, and Korean mandu—didn’t meet my expectations. The chicken had a minced texture I wasn’t expecting, and the coconut rice had an unusual flavor. Overall, the meal didn’t suit my taste, and I don’t plan to return. It might appeal more to diners who enjoy fusion-style interpretations of Asian cuisine”
Mango sushi Net −1

“We started with the mango sushi, which was honestly quite disappointing. The rice tasted off and the flavors just didn’t come together at all.”
Pad thai Net −1

“This restaurant should remove Thai dishes from its menu, and I think the chef should go to a Thai restaurant to taste Tom Yum and Pad Thai. The taste of Tom Yum like Chow chow soup, and the taste of Pad Thai is very very sour; I think they used two tablespoons of vinegar. They can't even tell the difference between Tom Yum and Khao Suey.”
Pani puri shots Net −1

“The Pani Puri shots were a good healthy alternative but didn't really substitute well for the potato filling and tangy water.”
Phad thai Net −1

“Chow chow cigar was not upto the mark as expected, Crispy miso Rasher was good in taste, Phad Thai was also not so good in taste, Tum Tum goreng fried rice sizzler was good in taste as against the value we paid for it.over all good ambience and quality of food they serves are good. Presentation was just really good.”
Tom yum Net −1

“This restaurant should remove Thai dishes from its menu, and I think the chef should go to a Thai restaurant to taste Tom Yum and Pad Thai. The taste of Tom Yum like Chow chow soup, and the taste of Pad Thai is very very sour; I think they used two tablespoons of vinegar. They can't even tell the difference between Tom Yum and Khao Suey.”
Tum tum fried rice Net −1

“The restaurant looked promising, but unfortunately the dishes I tried—Tum Tum fried rice, Korean BBQ chicken, and Korean mandu—didn’t meet my expectations. The chicken had a minced texture I wasn’t expecting, and the coconut rice had an unusual flavor. Overall, the meal didn’t suit my taste, and I don’t plan to return. It might appeal more to diners who enjoy fusion-style interpretations of Asian cuisine”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Ask Guidance. The menu can be daunting, so ask the team for recommendations before ordering rather than choosing blindly.

Check Deals. Look at food apps before going: one reviewer found a 50% Talabat discount, while another used a Zomato reservation deal.

Plan the visit

Practical details

Unit No.4, Shaikha Building - 13th St

Oud Metha, Dubai

0 582 060 681

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

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Common Concerns

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Uneven Flavours

Thai dishes drew sharp criticism, including Tom Yum described as chow chow soup and Pad Thai as excessively sour.

Small Portions

Some starter plates are fixed at four pieces, and one tofu roll order was described as only four small pieces.

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The Bottom Line

Tum Tum Asia is a vegetarian Pan-Asian restaurant in Oud Metha aimed at diners who want more imaginative choices than standard Indian vegetarian food. The menu includes Jain and vegan options, with reviews naming Black Dynamite Sushi, Momo Chutney Dim Sum, lotus tempura sushi and Thai curry dimsums among the more memorable orders. Presentation is a big part of the appeal, from colourful plating to distinctive serving pieces and decor.

The experience is not completely consistent. Many diners describe the food as flavourful and beautifully prepared, while others found the mango sushi bland, the Khow Suey merely average or the Thai dishes poorly balanced. The restaurant’s fusion approach will suit curious eaters more than anyone seeking strictly traditional Tom Yum or Pad Thai.

Portions can also be fixed at four pieces for some sushi and dim sum, although one rice dish was large enough for two or three people with other orders. Plan for a leisurely meal: service has occasionally been slow, and dishes may be unavailable during menu changes or supply issues. Ask for help choosing from the unusual menu, and check delivery apps for offers.

Parking is a practical plus, with one review reporting large RTA parking outside; the setting is small and can become busy at peak times.