Hold on to your chopsticks, Dubai foodies! Nobu is levelling up its Dubai game, and this time, the view is as legendary as the sushi. After years of ruling at Atlantis The Palm and making waves with Nobu by the Beach, the world-famous Japanese hotspot is opening its third Dubai location and it’s got some serious altitude.
Nobu’s Third Act In Dubai Lands High In The Sky
Nobu One Za’abeel is officially landing in 2025, perched proudly on the 24th floor of The Link at One Za’abeel. If you’ve never heard of The Link, here’s the quick tea — it’s the longest cantilever on the planet, which is a fancy way of saying it’s a sky-high bridge that stretches between two towers. And Nobu is about to become the crown jewel of this architectural wonder.
Skyline Sushi With A Side Of Celeb Spotting
Now, let’s talk about the vibe. This isn’t just any Japanese restaurant; it’s the Nobu — the same one that’s had Kendall Jenner, Ronan Keating, and half of Hollywood sipping sake and snapping selfies. The new space promises floor-to-ceiling windows, private dining rooms for those hush-hush deals, and an elegant lounge where you can sip cocktails with Dubai’s glitterati.
Expect all the signature Nobu design flair, sleek wood, moody lighting, and a sprinkle of futuristic touches to match One Za’abeel’s cutting-edge style. This is not your average sushi night, people.
Dinner And A Show? Nobu Says Yes!
Here’s where things get spicy, for the first time in Dubai, Nobu will pair its legendary miso black cod with live entertainment. That’s right, expect performances that bring even more sparkle to your sashimi. Whether it’s live music, surprise acts, or DJ sets, your evening will come with a side of serious entertainment.
This bold move fits perfectly with The Link’s transformation into a foodie hotspot. Nobu joins culinary heavyweights like La Dame De Pic, Sagetsu, and Tapasake, turning this sky bridge into a gourmet playground. With a few venues closing recently (RIP Qabu and The Sphere), Nobu’s arrival is exactly the glow-up The Link needed.
Why Nobu Matters?
Let’s be real, Dubai has no shortage of fancy restaurants. But Nobu isn’t just a place to eat; it’s a brand with serious cultural clout. Founded by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, with backing from Robert De Niro (yes, that De Niro) and film producer Meir Teper, Nobu blends Japanese precision with Peruvian flair and global glamour.
This isn’t just dinner, it’s a statement. Dining at Nobu means you’ve made it, or at least you want people to think you have. And now, you can make that statement 24 floors above the city, with the skyline sparkling behind your spicy tuna roll.
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Mark your calendar, Nobu One Za’abeel opens in 2025. The exact date is still under wraps, so keep those eyes peeled. The restaurant will sit proudly in The Link, One Za’abeel’s sky-high bridge that’s already changing the game for Dubai’s dining scene.
Where: 24th Floor, The Link, One Za’abeel
When: 2025 (exact date TBC)
Cover Image Courtesy: Nobu, One Za’abeel/Website