Zuma Dubai Reviews

Unfortunately we saw 2 cockroachs close from the preparing bar, it been cought by the staff.

Great place for Sashimi. Some of the best I've had. Make a reservation well in advance. They don't make any exception even if it's a birthday or anniversary. Sake is a bit pricey.

Delicious food and good atmosphere. One of the most popular places in Dubai. Highly recommended it 5/5 *

You have to have their soft shell crabs. The service is impeccable .
A go to place for modern japanese fare with a flair

Still n.1!!! (but please please please get rid of the cheap takeaway chopsticks!)

Loved the food .. the efforts taken by the staff to understand what you want to eat and how they make sure to get it right is amazing.. would recommend this to ppl ..and ofcourse lovely ambience..beautifully done

Sometimes it can get busy and be hard to book a table but at sushi bar seating still fine

Food is great! However, the service wasn t pleasing at all. The restaurant has a major Understaffing problem.
Prepare yourself to be ignored for a while until someone responses for your request.

The food is really good, but you should not have lunch or just have a bit of it before eat there, cause you can't take away the rest of your food.

We order Signature Daikoku (omakase but big portion), and the portion is big compare to omakase we ate before, we couldn't finish the delicious steak and prawn and few of the desserts, and we couldn't take the rest home....

The miso cod in leave is so good, melted in your mouth, I also like the small portions after the miso soup (don't know the name), the chocolate dessert and the salad....the salad is so fresh, more fresh then the one we bought from supermarket, like they just pluck it out from their own garden. I'm not into vege and I ate them.

The spinach remind me of gado-gado, I guess cause it have peanuts taste. Overall the taste of the food is very good, so fresh and fill your tummy it'll explode

So we sure will be back.

Very disappointing experience. I got sick from the food here!

Just perfect, the vibes , music and the staff are just brilliant.

The food is delicious especially the tenderloin, this is a good one for sure.

Very great selection of sushi and sashimi and other delicious dishes. Quality was top. Beverage selection was also good. Gladly again, please come here every time you visit Dubai.

Something dangerous, spoiled, and sophistication in dealing, overcrowded with death, and scratching your head

Amazing if pricy food. Best music playing on the weekends, but the lounge area is incredibly cramped.

Amazing dining experience. I have been to many Zuma's internationally and of course, Dubai wins.

Horrible horrible experience. Was there to celebrate my husband birthday and my table was late! The ladies at the reception were so rude didn't even bother to wait for it not worth it.

One of the finest and most beautiful restaurants must be visited for those who will visit Dubai

Zuma is definitely the best Japanese restaurant in Dubai. We took the Chef's recommendation menu. It was simply spectacular. Each of the dishes was fantastic, not a single one was disappointing. The quality if food and the good service are worth every penny. Clearly a thumbs up recommendation.

I want to specially thanks to a staff called ( Jamilya ). It was our first time visiting Zuma. I knew that in Hong Kong they also have one, but we didn t have chance to visit the one in HK. The foods was so nice and the staff ( Jamilya ) she helped us to selected the menu based on our background and experience. All her choice was so matched to us!!! If we order without her help, I m sure we may have wrong choice. I highly recommend the lamb and beef After our first experience with Zuma Dubai, I m sure I ll visit Zuma Hong Kong in coming future!

I love this luxurious place specially their services and good amenities are amazing . Economical and clean and to easy reach in any place.

Excellent restaurant Zuma, located on the grounds of the International Financial Center in Dubai, apparently as a franchise of the Zuma restaurant in London. We were on Saturday because brunch starts on Saturdays at 13.00, but it must be booked. Brunch lasts several hours during which food and drinks are brought to you all the time. today, due to COVID, all buffets are closed and are served by waiters who are trying so hard to make you feel good

No one will beat the level of service and food at Zuma.

They have the best black cod, many places have tried to imitate but none come close.

The crab roll is also a favorite of mine.

One of my favorite restaurants in Dubai. Every week must come to Zuma for lunch. Best value for money with absolute amazing food and services. Love the wagyu beef and miso black cod. Everything is just fantastic. Don't forget to make booking two to three days in advance. It's super popular in town. For brunch, I think you need to make reservation two week ago.

I go there very often since I moved to Dubai. The place is stunning, delicious food, great drinks and ambiance. Staff very friendly and helpful, from the receptionists, to waiters and bartenders. Good crowd, amazing music all the time. Definitely my fav spot in Dubai. Highly recommend.

Very luxurious restaurant and some food are expensive .

You need to reserved a table via phone or email

Bit dark at night .. good for lunch and dinner

Thank you jerwin by far the best waiter I have ever met in all the restaurant in all the countries I ve been in. The food was magnificent and the dessert was wonderful the music however is a bit too loud I will 100% be coming back and I hope to see the great things I ve seen today. I highly recommend this place

Over rated. Used to be one of the best places in Dubai

Zuma in DIFC is certainly a leader in the UAE. Although I prefer the Abu Dhabi venue, because it is more a restaurant and less of a disco, both have similar menus. Zuma has survived the departure of Chef Othman, who built the UAE-based menu and continues to produce formidable dishes, like the black cod or its delicate salmon and tuna tartare, as well one of my all-time favorite cocktails, the Japanese Old Fashioned with Nikka from the Barrel. If you are in Dubai, this is a must. If you are in Abu Dhabi, too. For the quality of restaurants in the UAE, it is a must go for sure.

Always love the place even after many years. But food portion getting smaller and more expensive.

Amazing food and services. One of my favorite fine dining places in the UAE. A bit hard to get a table for the weekend, always better to call a week or two weeks before going for the weekend, specially on Friday s

The best Japanese restaurant in town, amazing atmosphere and very nice crowd. Love the home-made cocktail selection!

Food is good the only point that s isn t working well is that the staff get confused with the big numbers

As always music, food is amazing, but floor staff looks miserable and not happy to accommodate you.. not used to be like this.. shame ..

Phenomenal Restaurant - Cocktails, Food and Service are all consistently great. They have the Japanese classics i.e sushi, black cod... but the rest of the menu is also AMAZING.
Cocktails are the best in Dubai. Their creativity and choice of premium spirits and single malts (japanese too) are just exceptional
Coupled with fantastic staff ... zuma is my fav

Elegant place and delicious food.
I was expecting something more cocktail side
Obviously high prices, in line with all the other restaurants in the gate village

Food is perfect,
Atmosphere is amazing,
Don't miss to try the corn .

A Dubai institution and easily the best Zuma worldwide. Food, ambience and service are consistently top quality. The restaurant is great for a family gathering or a business lunch while the lounge is a perfect for a night out with friends...

Amazing atmosphere, great waiters and bar tenders, delicious food. But the hostesses stare people down like fashion critics, try not to have a bad hair day!
Once you pass the guardians of the galaxy (hostesses) your self consciousness is safe and your allowed to relax and have fun.

The food and ambience are great. You can never go wrong with a dinner in zuma. However, it s too pricey, which is expected but I feel like the prices can be reduced.

Outstanding modern take on Japanese classics. Highly recommend!

Delicious food, bit pricey but worth it. Thumbs up!

As many have said, great food and amazing quality. Always a top place in Dubai. The service is great even when the place is full, which is typically the case. On the high end and the atmosphere is electric.

I give it four stars because the price is too expensive considering the quantity of food served. I understand being exclusive and have an allure but no need to break the bank.

Make sure to look fabulous as the crowd is well-dressed! Definitely coming back!

Fantastic place with a fabulous decor n delicious food .!

Located in a very busy area with tons of fine diners Zuma manage to keep things very easy going yet still delivers first class food. A definite recommend.

Zuma is the place you want to come back! I come back to middle east every year so i can have a feast at Zuma! Food is amazing, service is excellent! Best thing is their chicken wings! Also brunch while it is expensive, will not leave you hungry at all! Great place!

One of my FAVORITE restaurants in Dubai, amazing business menu and vibe. Food is always delicious, standard is the same everytime! They always try to accommodate special requests and the receptionists and waiters are super friendly and professional!

Amazing foooood as usual, great service and ambiance always - surely will be back soon..

Out for food ? Don t even think about it as a local Falafel shop would tastier and cheaper, but if you re out for couple of drinks or dating someone and want to impress them yes Zuma is definitely the place

The best restaurant in Dubai.
I don t understand people complaining for 2hrs sitting. It was like this years.
2hrs is more than enough to eat your dinner and taste different dishes.
It s a busy place, many people want to try their food.
Quality of the food is the best!
Cocktails are amazing.
Staff is professional and very helpful.
Good sushi!
I was surprised with sweet potato ice-cream! Must try!
The best chocolate fondant in Dubai!

Been waiting for our reservation for brunch for 4 weeks. Then on the last week of waiting we ve received 4 calls to confirm our reservation, which is ridiculously annoying.

In the end we had an ok brunch, not mind blowing sadly. Also cocktails are not included in any of the brunch packages, which is very unusual and not acceptable.

So yeah, we were not impressed.

No one does cod like Zuma! Pricey but worth it. Love the place

Unapologetic with the DJ blasting really loud and good drum based trance.

Come for the scene, stay for the miso black cod and chocolate fondant

Try not to wince when the check arrives!

One of my favorite restaurants in town! Music and vibe is second to none and service always outstanding. Food is to die for, especially the black cod and truffle rice. Dress to impress. Don't recommend you bring kids in the evening though

Best Sushi in Dubai. Reservation is a must specially weekend

Mouth watering, scrumptious food. Amazing overall experience. Loved the food, service, ambiance, everything. Anyone who loves Japanese food will love Zuma. Hands down.

Zuma is specialized in Japanese food, it s a good restaurant with first class service,
I loved that they park your car for you, because honestly the location of the restaurant is bad. And not that much space for parking.
The food is pretty much what I expected.
we ordered a great variety of dishes. The black cod, the tenderloin and sushi, and shrimp. service is extremely professional you definitely need to make a reservation before coming to this place.

Love this restaurant a lot , can try their tasting manual , 14 dishes ,kinda expensive but very nice .

Dubai has just received another prestigious award.

Zuma Dubai has been named one of the 10 best restaurant bars in the world at New Orleans 11th annual spirited awards.

The chic Japanese restaurant not only placed in the top 10 for the third time in a row, it is also the only restaurant of its kind in the Middle East to do so.

Speaking on the award that saw the stunning venue beat out the likes of Roberto's, Coya and more of the region s finest venues for the coveted spot, Zuma s global bar development director Jimmy Barrat said: [the award] lets us know that we are still doing some important stuff.

There are many great restaurant bars globally and also from the Middle East which are not on the list and that shows how competitive the category is. We love that Zuma Dubai is considered industry leading in our category and we are very proud to represent the UAE on the international bar scene.

The list of restaurants is decided based on voting that takes place around the world, with industry leaders and brand ambassadors submitting their nominations and votes for selected categories.

In each category, the awards team announces a final 10 selected before revealing the winner. The final 10 in the International Restaurant Bar category include City Social in London, Le Mary Celeste in Paris and Maybe Frank in Sydney.

If you haven t been to Zuma yet, here s what you need to know.

It was founded in London in 2002 by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney. The restaurant opened in Dubai in 2008 while it s venue in Abu Dhabi followed six-years later.

Its food is just as good as its award-winning drinks. Their signature sliced seabass with yuzu, truffle oil and salmon roe and their spicy beef tenderloin with sesame, red chilli and soy, are to die for. As is the sushi.

The overall feel of the venue is chic and upbeat with everyone from DIFC's post-work crowd to food-loving tourists flocking to get a taste of the venue.

The best Zuma restaurant is this one, way better than Zuma Abu Dhabi, london, NYC, Mykonos.

Amazing service, amazing food, amazing staff, amazing location, the vibe.

Anazing food and service. Japanese food with a twist. Delicious.

Amazing Japanese even for vegetarians
Must visit in dubai

Eveything was pefect , the staff was helpful and the food was amazing

Can say we always enjoy our weekends here with my girls.
The professionalism is over and beyond expectations. The waiters are extremely we trained and very helpful. My friend spilt wine on her white jacket and they offered to have it cleaned and returned before we left and it was done! Highly recommended if your a fan of authentic sushi, and the dessert is great.
Prices are on the higher scale but with service and quality like this I would definitely be coming back.

Fantastic menu with amazing atmosphere. Zuma never disappoints