Nobu Dubai, the Japanese-Peruvian restaurant that has quietly become a mainstay of the city’s fine dining scene, has unveiled its second Omakase menu of the year. Located on the 22nd floor of Atlantis, The Palm, in a space formerly home to the Royal Bridge Suite, Nobu now offers a subdued yet elevated experience in its newly designed setting—with views that stretch across the Palm and the Arabian Gulf.
Executive Chef Damien Duviau has curated this latest Omakase with a focus on balance, both in flavour and technique. The multi-course experience, available until the end of May, follows the traditional Japanese concept of ‘omakase’—meaning “to entrust”—where diners allow the chef to guide their journey based on seasonal ingredients and culinary instincts.
This edition opens with Seafood and Uni Croquettes, followed by Chutoro Goma Anticucho, and Chef’s Selection Nobu Style Sushi. The courses continue with thoughtful progression: Turbot with Brussels Sprouts and Jalapeño Salsa, Grilled Lobster with Pineapple and Wakamomo Ceviche Salsa, and Wagyu A9 accompanied by Parsnip Miso and Truffle Yakitori. The dessert brings a lighter close with Lucuma Mousse, Coconut Cake, and Passionfruit Shichimi Sorbet.
Each dish is familiar to Nobu loyalists in its finesse, but the use of regional ingredients and subtle nods to Dubai’s cosmopolitan dining scene lend this menu its own sense of place.
The setting enhances the experience. Guests can dine in one of five areas: the main dining room, a 13-seat sushi bar, a VIP booth with a kitchen view, or on the expansive terrace. The restaurant also houses six private dining rooms, all with full-length views over the Arabian Gulf.
Beyond the seasonal Omakase, Nobu continues to offer its weekend lunch menu—a more casual two-course affair served Fridays through Sundays. Its bar program, led by Angelo Immorlano, blends Japanese flavours with contemporary cocktail trends. The Flying Fish, Nobu’s signature cocktail, remains a popular choice.
Now in its 15th year in Dubai, the restaurant has maintained its reputation for consistent quality. It retained its honourable mention in the 2024 Dubai Michelin Guide and was featured in the Gault&Millau UAE Guide the same year. These recognitions echo the restaurant’s commitment to detail, without resorting to dramatic reinvention.
The move to the 22nd floor has given Nobu more room to expand its offering. The addition of the Nobu Prive lounge and a redesigned bar space has brought more versatility to the experience. While it is a destination for special occasions, it manages to remain approachable—a restaurant that continues to evolve without losing its identity.
Reservations are recommended, particularly for those hoping to experience the Omakase menu before the end of the month. For those returning or visiting for the first time, Nobu offers a steady reminder of how restrained creativity can often leave the most lasting impression.
