CONNECTOR.AE 18 CONNECTOR.AE 19 Dining Around Dining Around Nestled within The Opus by Omniyat in Business Bay, Roka offers an immersive culinary journey with its inventive Japanese cuisine and striking modern industrial design. With branches in London’s Mayfair and Aldwych, Roka Dubai marks its first international venture, featuring grilled delicacies prepared on the robata grill. With an average price of Dhs 350 for two, indulge in signature dishes like black cod marinated in yuzu miso yellowtail sashimi, panko red prawns with wasabi mayonnaise and more. 04-4397171 Reif Japanese Kushiyaki, nestled in Jumeirah’s Dar Wasl Mall, boasts a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand, offering a delightful fusion of Japanese flavours with Chef Reif Othman’s Singaporean heritage. The menu features an array of well-priced snacks, sushi, and ramen, with highlights like sanchoku wagyu ‘sandos’ and matcha fondue for dessert. The chef ’s table, called ‘The Experience’, offers a curated surprise menu. With woodaccented interiors, a weekend breakfast menu and an average price of Dhs 220 for two, it’s a must-visit for Japanese cuisine lovers. www.reifkushiyaki.com Located in Onyx Tower 2 on Sheikh Zayed Road, Kinoya is known for two things: izakaya and ramen experiences. Izakaya is more like an informal Japanese dining experience where people gather after work to enjoy snacks and beverages. Whereas, ramen at Kinoya is carefully crafted with authentic ingredients for a true taste of Japan. In terms of the menu, it features a variety of Japanese favourites like donabe, onsen tamago, and omurice, promising a memorable culinary journey. As a MICHELIN guide restaurant, Kinoya aims to redefine Japanese cuisine in Dubai. Expect to spend around Dhs 300 for two at this culinary hotspot. www.kinoya.com Roka Reif Japanese Kushiyaki Kinoya Perched on the 51st floor of the Palm Tower at Palm Jumeirah, SushiSamba introduces the fusion of Japanese cuisine amidst breathtaking city views. Influenced by Japanese travels to Brazil and Peru, signature dishes like crispy Hokkaido scallops and Japanese wagyu beef gyoza steal the show at SushiSamba. The restaurant offers a unique blend of Japanese tradition amid vibrant aesthetics. The average cost for the two is Dhs 430. 04-2784888 SushiSamba Head to Soon Izakaya, nestled in Armada Tower 2 in JLT to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine with modern elements. Honouring Tokyo’s authentic izakaya spirit while infusing modern elements like mixology and music, Soon Izakaya offers a unique dining experience. Inspired by Japanese anime and 1980s culture, it aims to redefine dining for local aficionados. The restaurant features classic Japanese dishes like chirashi rice, and chicken gyoza, along with classics like saikyo miso black cod and shirataki noodles. With an average price of Dhs 200 for two, Soon Izakaya promises an unforgettable culinary journey for all. www.soondxb.com Soon Izakaya
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