Dubai food lovers, get ready to slurp your way to happiness! This February, the UK’s ramen royalty—Maki & Ramen—is crashing the party with its Middle East debut at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Village Triangle. Steaming bowls of award-winning ramen, fresh-as-can-be sushi rolls, and those bold Japanese flavours that hit just right. No stuffy fine-dining vibes here; it’s all about killer Japanese eats that anyone can dive into. Founded by chef Teddy Lee in Edinburgh, this spot’s gone from one cosy UK eatery to 18 locations (with more on the way), and now it’s ready to conquer Dubai’s diverse food scene.
Menu Magic: Ramen, Rolls, and Dubai Exclusives at Maki & Ramen
Slurp alert! Maki & Ramen’s Dubai menu sticks to traditional Japanese wizardry but amps up the fun with flavour bombs you’ll crave on repeat. The star? Tan Tan Men—a sesame-soaked broth loaded with diced beef, chilli oil kick, spring onions, and a jammy marinated egg that ties it all together. Craving rolls? The Salmon Teriyaki Roll nails that sweet-savoury dance in every bite.
Feeling hearty? Dive into Chicken Katsu Curry: a golden, crispy cutlet piled on fluffy rice, swimming in rich Japanese curry sauce. And here’s the Dubai twist—exclusive hand rolls made fresh to order, like the fiery Spicy Tuna Hand Roll for those who live for the burn. It’s accessible Japanese food at its best: bold, balanced, and begging for your next bite.
Relaxed Refinement in Jumeirah Village
Maki & Ramen is a 300 square metres of chill Japanese zen at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Village Triangle. Along with 80 seats, blending sakura whispers and subtle design nods. It’s not over-the-top fancy—think relaxed spot for lunch gossip sessions, post-work unwinds, or popping bottles to celebrate.
From Edinburgh Streets to Dubai Dreams – Maki & Ramen
“We’ve always been about good food for everyone,” says founder Teddy Lee. Dubai’s global vibe and food frenzy made it a no-brainer expansion. What started as a neighbourhood gem in Edinburgh has exploded into the UK’s fastest-growing Japanese crew—18 spots now, eight more in 2026, plus a Soho flagship incoming. Accolades? Deliveroo Restaurant of the Year (2022-2025) and a Times Top 100 nod. Maki & Ramen is not just bringing ramen; they’re serving up authenticity, consistency, and that welcoming hug Dubai diners deserve.
Maki & Ramen is set to be your new ramen ritual—grab a crew and go!
Contact & Location
- Opening Time: Tuesday to Sunday from 12 pm to 11 pm
- For Reservations: +971 56 853 5415
Images: supplied
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