Zuma Restaurant Menu & Prices in UAE (2025) – Sushi, Robata & Calorie Info

Zuma is one of the most well-known Japanese restaurants in the UAE, with popular locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. It’s known for modern decor, a lively atmosphere, and high-quality Japanese cuisine that blends traditional flavors with a contemporary twist.

If you’re planning a special meal, Zuma is likely on your list. But what is it really like to dine there, and how much does it cost?

This guide covers everything you need to know — from the ambiance and Zuma menu highlights to prices, my personal experience, and what to expect when you visit. Whether you’re looking for fine dining in Dubai or exploring Japanese restaurants in Abu Dhabi, this article will help you plan your visit to Zuma with confidence.

Zuma Story

Zuma’s story started in London back in 2002. Chef Rainer Becker had a vision for a modern Japanese restaurant that offered top-notch food in a relaxed, stylish setting – something different from traditional formal dining.

The concept took off fast! Its popularity grew rapidly, and it soon opened branches in major cities worldwide. Eventually, Zuma brought its award-winning formula, its unique vibe and incredible dishes, right here to the UAE, adding a touch of international culinary flair to Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Zuma Full Menu

Zuma’s menu offers a flavorful journey through modern Japanese cuisine. It highlights fresh ingredients and a variety of cooking styles, inspired by the casual Japanese izakaya tradition—dishes designed for sharing with friends and family.

The kitchen focuses on quality and creativity, featuring three main areas: the main kitchen, the sushi counter, and the special robata grill. The robata grill cooks food over hot coals, adding a unique smoky flavor that enhances many dishes.

Sides & Caviar

Item	Description / Ingredients	Price (AED)	Notes
Homemade Pickles (v)	Jikasei Tsukemono	47	(v) vegetarian
Steamed Rice with Black Sesame Seeds (v)	Gohan	30	(v) vegetarian
Fresh Chilli, Shichimi Pepper, Chilli and Garlic Sauce (g)	Chilli Set	26	(g) gluten-free

Dessert

Item	Description / Ingredients	Price (AED)	Notes
Crunchy Hazelnut and Chocolate Bar	Chocolate ganache, hazelnut caramel, coffee-miso ice cream	73	With Pedro Ximenez, Lustau Solera (62 AED)
Baked Cheesecake	Raspberries, Hokkaido dairy, cashew crumble, guava sorbet	96	With Picolit, Livio Felluga (149 AED)
Chawan Mushi	Coconut custard, exotic fruits, egg roll biscuit	62	With Umeshu, Meiri Hyakunen (79 AED)
Special Chocolate	Vanilla bean ice cream	73	With Orange Muscat ‘Essenzia’ (72 AED)
Green Tea and Banana Cake	Coconut ice cream, peanut toffee sauce	62	With Semillon, De Bortoli “Noble One” (103 AED)
Pecan Pie Sundae	Robata sweet potato ice cream, pecans, kokuto caramel	65	With Muscat Beaumes-de-Venise (62 AED)
Mocha Bamboo	Coffee-miso ice cream, kinako cake, cocoa crumble, chocolate sauce	65	With Taylors 10yo Tawny Port (59 AED)
Seasonal and Exotic Fruit Platter	With tropical sorbet	96	With Semillon, De Bortoli “Noble One” (50 AED)

Baikingu Brunch

Item	Description	Price (AED)
Live Station Brunch	Extensive selection of Zuma signature dishes, includes soft drinks & Zuma cleansers	545
Live Station Brunch + Prosecco, sommelier’s wines, beers, sake	Same as above with drinks upgrade	645
Live Station Brunch + Champagne, sake, sommelier’s wines, beer	Same as above with premium drinks upgrade	795
Children (4-12 years)	Child price	255
Upon Request	Fresh oysters, miso soup with tofu, wakame & spring onion, steamed soybeans (v)	—

Cocktails — Nomikai (Aperitif)

Cocktail	Ingredients	Price (AED)
Japanese Garibaldi	Campari, yuzu cordial, cold pressed oranges	55
Hachiko	Vodka, yuzu & hibiscus cordial, cold pressed grapefruit, saline solution	55
Amerikonos	Italian bitter, Otto’s Greek vermouth, soda, purple shiso & strawberry hint, panda	59
Hikari Spritz	Blanc vermouth, Italicus, yuzu tonic, prosecco	69
Dirty White Goose	Green olives homogenized Grey Goose vodka, white chocolate vermouth	82
Oaxaca	Vida mezcal, Aperol, sweet vermouth, bitters	87
Zuma Highball	Macallan 12 years sherry oak, umeshu, yuzu tonic, Perrier	102

Cocktails — Kurashikku (Classics)

Cocktail	Ingredients	Price (AED)
Japanese Old Fashioned	Nikka from the barrel, old fashioned syrup, bitters	—
Shibui Espresso Martini	St. Remy signature, espresso, Shibui coffee liqueur	73
Salted Caramel Old Fashioned	Ron Zacapa 23 years, salted sherry caramel, umami cracker	78
Japanese Batanga	Tequila blanco, lime, saline solution, homemade Japanese cola	79
Zacapahattan	Ron Zacapa 23yo, Pedro Ximenez, chocolate, bitters	96
Ramos San	Tanqueray Malacca, Japanese yuzu panna cotta, egg white, citrus, soda	92
Live Solera Dubai	Vieux carre cocktail aged in live solera system	94

Cocktails — Icons (Memories of Dubai)

Cocktail	Ingredients	Price (AED)
Geshi Smash	Vodka, shiso, cucumber, yuzu, egg white	55
Zuma Negroni	Tanqueray London dry, vermouth blend, Campari, Zuma blue jelly orange	59
Japanese Paloma	Tequila blanco, clarified yuzu & hibiscus cordial, grapefruit, Himalayan salt, soda	66
Rikka & Tonic	The Botanist gin, grapefruit, yuzu tonic, bitters	69
Glitter Globe Gimlet	Tanqueray 10, yuzu cordial, grapefruit and lime flavoured ice diamonds	89
Burning History	Nikka from the barrel, Islay whisky, ginger, yuzu, honey, egg white bitters, staves smoke	103
Rubabu	Rhubarb sake, vodka, passion fruit	55
Himawari Julep	Tequila blanco, Aperol, grapefruit, mint, passion fruit	55
Hakuro Wasabi Mule	Vodka, homemade wasabi soda, lime	55
Chilli & Passion Fruit Margarita	Tequila blanco, mezcal, vanilla, spicy, blood orange, passion fruit	59
Raspberry & Passion Fruit Martini	Vodka, raspberries, passion fruit, apple	59
Zuma Mai Tai	Zuma rum grog, pineapple, blood orange, orgeat, lime, bitters	59
Big Apple Berry	Vodka, vanilla, fresh berries, lime, apple	61

Cocktails — Rare & Limited

Cocktail	Ingredients	Price (AED)
Ramos San	Tanqueray Malacca, Japanese yuzu panna cotta, egg white, citrus, soda	92
Live Solera Dubai	Vieux carre cocktail aged in live solera system with rose, saffron, kaffir lime, camel cheese, carved ice	94
Yuzu PX Martinez	Hayman’s old tom, yuzu kizami, sweet vermouth, maraschino	312
Furui Shikakui	Miyagikyo single malt, Hennessy VSOP, Antica Formula, Benedictine, bitters	380

Ebisu Lunch Set

Item	Description	Price (AED)	Notes
Ebisu Lunch Set	Includes miso soup, 2 sushi dishes, salads, sashimi, skewers, mains, side dishes	159	Mon-Fri, 12:00-3:00 PM
Ebisu Express	Express lunch option	81

Ebisu Side Dishes

Item	Price (AED)	Notes
Japanese Sweetcorn with Shiso Butter (v) (g)	50	(v) vegetarian, (g) gluten-free
Grilled Broccolini with Spicy Miso (v) (g)	50
Roasted Whole Potato with Shiso Chili Ponzu Butter and Lime (v) (g)	50

Zensekai Cocktail Menu

Available Monday – Friday, 4 PM – 8 PM

Cocktail	Ingredients	Price (AED)
Jingu Matchanita – Bangkok	Mezcal, yuzu cordial, matcha liqueur, peated whiskey, chili liqueur	55
Japanese Margarita – Miami	Tequila blanco, mezcal, yuzu sake, orange, agave	50
Yuzu Peach Mule – Cannes	Vodka, peach liquor, yuzu & lemon juice, coconut yogurt	48
Bergamot Americano – Mykonos	Campari, aperol, italicus, otto’s vermouth, lillet blanc, mandarin & yuzu soda	48
Passion a Roma	Gin, passion fruit, pineapple cordial and champagne	50

Zensekai Bites

Available Monday – Friday, 4 PM – 8 PM

Dish	Price (AED)	Notes
Chicken Skewers with Baby Leek (g)	54	(g) gluten-free
New Style Sushi Temaki, Tuna, Avocado

Special Menu Features and What to Expect Price-Wise

Zuma offers special tasting menus, often called Omakase, which let you try a selection of their best dishes. This is a great way to enjoy many flavors in one meal. They also serve popular weekend brunches that many people love.

When it comes to price, Zuma is a premium restaurant in the UAE. It’s located in top areas and uses high-quality ingredients. The cost reflects the excellent food, creative cooking, lively atmosphere, and attentive service.

Why People Love Zuma

People keep coming back to Zuma for several reasons:

• Delicious Food: Signature dishes like Black Cod and Spicy Tuna bring amazing flavor and top-quality ingredients in every bite.
• Great Atmosphere: Zuma’s stylish and lively vibe makes you feel like you’re somewhere special.
• Friendly Service: The staff always provide excellent care from the moment you arrive, making sure you have a great experience.
• Worth the Price: Zuma is a premium restaurant, but many say the food, service, and atmosphere make it worth the cost. It’s a treat for a memorable night out.
• Consistent Quality: You can count on Zuma to deliver high-quality food and service every time you visit.
• Perfect for Special Moments: It’s the ideal place to celebrate important events or enjoy a night to remember.

My Experience

Okay, let me tell you about my last visit! I had to order the Spicy Tuna Maki (it’s a classic for a reason) and the Miso Black Cod. The maki was perfectly fresh with that signature kick I love, and the black cod truly melted in my mouth – just as good as everyone says, rich and flaky. I also tried the Grilled Octopus Salad, which was a delightful surprise – tender octopus with a bright, zesty dressing that balanced it perfectly.

The stylish setting and the attentive service really enhanced the whole meal. Our server was fantastic, friendly, and knowledgeable, and the buzz in the room added to the fun energy. I felt well looked after, and the atmosphere made the evening feel truly special.

What really stuck with me was the quality of the ingredients and how every dish was presented so beautifully. It’s definitely a place where you taste and see the care that goes into everything, from the simplest maki roll to the signature mains.

If you go, here are my absolute must-try dishes:

• Spicy Tuna Maki: Kickstarts your taste buds with freshness and heat.
• Miso Black Cod: Simply melts in your mouth – iconic for a reason.
• Spicy Beef Tenderloin (from the robata): Packed with flavor, perfectly grilled.
• Melting Chocolate Lava Cake: Ends the meal on a high note of pure indulgence.

Zuma Branches in UAE

Branch	Location	Operating Hours	Phone Number
Zuma Dubai	Gate Village 06, Podium Level, Al Mustaqbal St, DIFC, Dubai, UAE (P.O. Box 506620)	Lunch: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Mon-Sun) Dinner: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Mon-Wed, Sat-Sun) 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM (Thu-Fri) Brunch: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Sat)	+971 4 425 5660
Zuma Abu Dhabi	The Galleria, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE	Lunch: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Mon-Sun) Dinner: 7:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Mon-Sun) Brunch: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Sat)	+971 2 401 5900

Final Thoughts

So, there you have it – the full picture of dining at Zuma in the UAE. It’s a place that consistently delivers on amazing, modern Japanese food, a fantastic, buzzing atmosphere, and top-notch service.

Yes, it’s a premium experience with a price tag to match, reflecting the quality and location, but for many who dine there, it’s absolutely worth it for the memorable occasion it creates.

It’s the perfect choice if you’re looking for an unforgettable meal, celebrating something special, or just want to treat yourself to some of the best Japanese food and dining vibes around.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some common questions people ask:

Q: Do I need a reservation?
A: Yes, Zuma recommends making a reservation, especially for dinner and weekend brunch. It gets busy, so booking ahead helps secure your table.

Q: Does Zuma accommodate dietary restrictions?
A: Yes, Zuma can usually handle different dietary needs like gluten-free, vegetarian, or allergies. Make sure to mention your requirements when you book or tell your server when you arrive.

Q: Is parking available?
A: Yes, both Zuma locations usually offer valet parking or have nearby parking options for guests.

Q: What is the dress code?
A: Zuma’s dress code is smart casual. Most people dress nicely, especially for dinner. Avoid beachwear or very casual clothes to match the stylish setting.

Q: Is Zuma kid-friendly?
A: Zuma is mainly an adult fine-dining spot, especially in the evenings. Well-behaved kids are welcome, but it might not be ideal for very young children during busy, lively times.

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