Best Ramen in Dubai: Every Bowl That Counts '26
Six ramen rooms worth queueing for, from Kinoya's izakaya bowls to a Dubai Opera counter flying its ingredients in from Japan. Ranked by rating, live.
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The short version
Good ramen is scarce in Dubai, which is exactly why it's worth mapping. Six venues on our index earn the tag properly, and the spread runs from a AED-friendly izakaya to a fine-dining counter inside Dubai Opera. Nobody opens a ramen shop here casually. The broth takes days and the city's rents don't wait, so the survivors tend to be serious.
MaKiRa in Trade Center tops the table, 4.9 from nearly 2,000 reviews, pairing its ramen with maki in an interactive room. Kinoya in Barsha is the izakaya institution, the bowl most long-term residents name first. SLRP does Japanese street-food energy in Downtown, Daikan grew from two brothers' 2017 shop into a small UAE ramen empire, Mamafri covers DIFC's lunch counter, and Ramen Hisa at Dubai Opera flies in premium ingredients from Japan and charges accordingly. All six below, best-rated first.
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4.9$$MaKiRa
Trade Center·Restaurant·$$·1,919 ratingsMaKiRa blends Japan’s beloved maki and ramen dishes with traditional and modern Japanese flavours, offering an interactive dining experience inspired by authentic Japanese culture, comfort food, and contemporary casual dining.
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Tue, Sat • 6 PM–11 PM
Explore MaKiRa’s à la carte menu featuring authentic ramen, sushi rolls, and modern Japanese comfort dishes.
4.9$Kima Izakaya
JLT·Restaurant·$·438 ratingsKima offers authentic Japanese dining inspired by traditional neighbourhood izakayas, serving quality food at affordable prices in a relaxed, no-frills setting perfect for casual bites, social dining, and comforting Japanese flavours.
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Tue - Sun • 12 PM–11 PM
4.8$$itadaku
Jumeirah·Restaurant·$$·1,155 ratings“Itadaku,” from “itadakimasu,” expresses gratitude for ingredients and those who prepare them. Experience authentic Japanese cuisine rooted in appreciation, tradition, and care. Douzo meshiagare—please enjoy your meal.
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Tue - Sun • 12 PM–10 PM
4.7$$REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Al Wasl
Jumeirah·Restaurant·$$·1,658 ratingsREIF Japanese Kushiyaki at Dar Wasl is an intimate, walk-in-only venue featuring a cozy interior and terrace dining, serving bold, unconventional Asian flavors in a relaxed al fresco setting.
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Daily • 12 PM–12 AM
Open till 12am on Friday & Saturday
4.7$$SLRP
Downtown·Restaurant·$$·1,426 ratingsSLRP serves Japanese-inspired ramen and street food, blending rich umami flavours, creative textures, and vibrant dining experiences influenced by Japan’s ramen culture and the award-winning team behind 3Fils.
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Daily • 10 AM–1 AM
Japanese-inspired ramen, sushi rolls, street food, wagyu, seafood dishes.
4.7$SOON Izakaya
JLT·Restaurant·$·1,179 ratingsSOON Izakaya is a vibrant Japanese dining spot in JLT, inspired by Tokyo izakaya culture, serving creative bites, inventive cocktails, and lively music within a modern and energetic atmosphere.
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Daily • 12 PM–3 AM
Soon’s menu blends Japanese classics, global trends, and 1980s pop culture for a vibrant experience.
4.7$Daikan Izakaya
City Walk·Restaurant·$·1,147 ratingsDaikan, founded in 2017 by two brothers, is a UAE-based ramen brand serving authentic Japanese cuisine across multiple locations, known for creative dishes and a vibrant urban-casual dining atmosphere.
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Mon - Sat • 11 AM–12 AM
4.7$$REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dubai Hills
Dubai Hills·Restaurant·$$·1,075 ratingsREIF Japanese Kushiyaki at Dubai Hills offers a refined dining experience with a fuller menu, signature creations, and a licensed bar, set within an elegant ambiance ideal for any occasion.
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Daily • 12 PM–12 AM
4.7$$Mamafri - DIFC
DIFC·Restaurant·$$·732 ratingsMamafri DIFC brings vibrant Asian street food to Dubai, serving authentic flavors in a lively setting with fresh ingredients, bold dishes, and a welcoming atmosphere for casual dining and gatherings.
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Daily • 10 AM–12 AM
Sun–Thurs: 10 AM–11PM | Fri & Sat: 10AM–12AM
4.6$Kinoya
Barsha·Restaurant·$·2,151 ratingsKinoya brings the spirit of Japanese izakaya culture to Dubai through soulful ramen, comforting dishes, and an intimate dining experience centered around warmth, tradition, and authentic hospitality.
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Tue - Sun • 12 PM–11:30 PM
Kinoya offers authentic Japanese comfort dishes and immersive dining, redefining Dubai’s culinary scene.
4.6$VNYL HiFi
Bluewaters·Bar·$·426 ratingsVNYL HiFi is a Japanese-inspired dining concept serving curated small plates and aperitifs, blending contemporary izakaya flavors with creative cocktails for a refined social experience defined by bold taste and atmosphere.
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Daily • 4 PM–3 AM
Japanese-inspired small plates with bold flavors, contemporary Izakaya dishes, and thoughtfully curated sharing plates.
4.5$$Origami Sushi - Jumeirah Road
Jumeirah·Restaurant·$$·1,474 ratingsOrigami Sushi reinterprets Japanese dining through refined flavors, quality ingredients, and thoughtful craftsmanship, offering a modern culinary experience inspired by tradition, simplicity, and the evolving food culture of Dubai.
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Daily • 12 PM–1 AM
Monday–Wednesday & Sunday: 12PM–12AM Thursday–Saturday: 12PM–1AM
4.8$$$Ramen Hisa
Downtown·Restaurant·$$$·33 ratingsRamen Hisa offers a refined Japanese ramen experience in Dubai Opera, featuring premium ingredients from Japan, authentic flavors, elegant presentation, and a serene dining atmosphere perfect for relaxed gatherings and comfort dining.
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Daily • 12 PM–12 AM
Ramen Hisa blends Japanese craftsmanship, premium ingredients, refined flavors, and elegant dining into every bowl.
4.4$Shiogensui
JLT·Restaurant·$·110 ratingsShiogensui brings over 20 years of Japanese ramen tradition to Dubai, serving authentic recipes, slow-cooked broths, and handcrafted bowls in Jumeirah Lake Towers for a genuine and memorable dining experience.
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Daily • 11:30 AM–9:30 PM
Authentic Japanese ramen, spicy miso, paitan, karaage, rice bowls, and sides.
Good to know
Ramen rooms here are small and peak hard at lunch and 8pm. Kinoya and Daikan both queue on weekends, no reservations for small groups, so go early or mid-afternoon. MaKiRa takes bookings and is the safest bet for four or more.
Price splits the list in two. SLRP, Daikan, Kinoya and Mamafri keep bowls in everyday territory, while Ramen Hisa plays a different sport entirely, a premium tasting-style counter where the tonkotsu is the headline act of a night out. Both approaches earn their ratings.
Questions
Where's the best ramen in Dubai?
MaKiRa in Trade Center leads our live ratings at 4.9 from almost 2,000 reviews. Kinoya in Barsha is the izakaya classic, and Ramen Hisa at Dubai Opera takes the premium crown. The full ranked list above updates as reviews land.
Is there authentic Japanese ramen in Dubai?
Yes. Ramen Hisa imports its core ingredients from Japan, Kinoya builds its broths in-house the slow way, and Daikan has been refining its recipe since the brothers opened their first shop in 2017. This is a small scene, but not a shallow one.
What does ramen cost in Dubai?
Most bowls on this list sit in the everyday AED 50 to 90 band at places like Daikan, SLRP and Kinoya. Ramen Hisa's premium counter runs well above that, closer to fine-dining pricing, and MaKiRa lands in between.
Do Dubai ramen spots take bookings?
MaKiRa does, and it's the right call for groups. Kinoya and Daikan mostly run walk-in queues that peak on weekend evenings. A 3pm bowl is the queue-free move across the whole list.
Which ramen spot is best for a quick lunch?
Mamafri in DIFC turns bowls around at office speed, and SLRP in Downtown isn't far behind. Both sit where the lunch crowds already are, no detour required.
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