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Kiku

JapaneseTeppanyakiSushi BarKaisekiSake BarTatami Room

Kiku at Le Méridien Dubai is a long-established Japanese restaurant celebrated for its sushi and sake bar, teppanyaki table, and private tatami room. Executive Chef Yoshiyuki Seno brings 27 years of Japanese culinary mastery, sourcing otoro and akami from Tsukiji Market, fresh Hokkaido uni, and Kobe beef from Kansai.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Al Garhoud (Le Méridien Dubai)
Chef
Chef Yoshiyuki Seno
Owner
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre (Marriott International)
Kiku — authentic japanese restaurant in Dubai, Al Garhoud (Le Méridien Dubai)
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About
Kiku has been a fixture of Dubai's Japanese dining scene for over a decade, earning a devoted following among the city's Japanese expatriate community and discerning diners. Executive Chef Yoshiyuki Seno, who previously helmed IRODORI at Hyatt Regency Osaka (managing G20 summit banquets) and YUMEYAMA at Grand Hyatt Jeju, leads a kitchen defined by ingredient-driven precision. The menu spans a classic sushi and sashimi counter, à la carte teppanyaki performances, and kaiseki-inspired multi-course tasting experiences. Premium fish — including fatty tuna sourced directly from Tsukiji Market and sea urchin flown from Hokkaido — anchor the menu, complemented by wagyu from Kobe. The restaurant's minimalist, ultra-chic interior features distinct dining zones including a sake bar, sushi counter, teppanyaki table, and secluded tatami room.
Neighborhood & visiting

Kiku sits in Al Garhoud (Le Méridien Dubai), one of Dubai's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused teppanyaki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional teppanyaki restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Executive Chef Yoshiyuki Seno brings 27 years of high-level Japanese culinary expertise, including G20 summit catering at Hyatt Regency Osaka.
  • Ingredients sourced directly from Japan's finest markets: otoro and akami from Tsukiji, Hokkaido uni, and Kobe beef.
  • Three distinct dining environments — teppanyaki table, sushi counter, and tatami room — in a single ultra-chic space.

Long-established Dubai institution; popular with Japanese expat community. Restaurant manager: Jack Zhang.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Kiku

Is Kiku an authentic japanese restaurant in Dubai?
Yes — Kiku is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Dubai: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused teppanyaki format.
Where is Kiku located?
Kiku is located at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, 51 Airport Road, Al Garhoud, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates in the Al Garhoud (Le Méridien Dubai) neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kiku?
Kiku accepts reservations online. For an authentic teppanyaki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kiku?
Kiku sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Dubai.
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