Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
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Best Asian Restaurants in Dubai.
3Fils, FZN by Björn Frantzén and Jun's lead this Dubai shortlist, with 26 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Asian Restaurants in Dubai3FilsTHE QUICK ANSWER
3Fils, FZN by Björn Frantzén and Jun's lead this Dubai shortlist, with 26 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Asian Restaurants in Dubai is less about finding the longest list and more about matching the room to the plan. This Plate Snob edit brings together 26 restaurants in Dubai, using cooking, spend, setting and practical detail to separate a useful booking from a merely famous address. The selection stretches from japanese contemporary, pakistani, asian contemporary and creative, with particularly useful options around Jumeirah, Al Satwa, Downtown Dubai and Palm Jumeirah. We favour restaurants with a clear reason to go, reliable location information and enough context to choose confidently. Start with the highlighted picks for the strongest all-round answers, then use the full list and map to compare atmosphere, price and convenience. Availability, menus and opening times can move quickly in the UAE, so confirm the final details with the venue before travelling.
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Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurant
CreativeFZN by Björn FrantzénPlate Snob PickHot right nowNew
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A maximalist, ultra-luxury tasting experience merging Nordic and Asian ideas.
Asian ContemporaryJun'sHot right now
Jun's
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Bold, borderless cooking with a lively Downtown dining room.
Asia Asia Pier 7
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Asian dining in Dubai Marina, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
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Japanese Contemporary3FilsPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
CreativeFZN by Björn FrantzénPlate Snob PickHot right nowNew
FZN by Björn Frantzén
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
A maximalist, ultra-luxury tasting experience merging Nordic and Asian ideas.
Asian ContemporaryJun'sHot right now
Jun's
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Bold, borderless cooking with a lively Downtown dining room.
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Every table worth considering.
Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
CreativeFZN by Björn FrantzénFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right nowNew
FZN by Björn Frantzén
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
A maximalist, ultra-luxury tasting experience merging Nordic and Asian ideas.
Asian ContemporaryJun'sHot right now
Jun's
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Bold, borderless cooking with a lively Downtown dining room.
Asia Asia Pier 7
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Asian dining in Dubai Marina, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Bâoli Dubai
J1 Beach, Dubai
Asian Mediterranean dining in J1 Beach, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Buddha-Bar Dubai
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Asian dining in Dubai Marina, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Cargo Dubai
Dubai Marina, Dubai
Asian dining in Dubai Marina, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
HANU
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Korean dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Kaimana Beach
J1 Beach, Dubai
Polynesian dining in J1 Beach, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Koko Bay
West Beach, Dubai
Asian dining in West Beach, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Ling Ling Dubai
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Asian dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Mekong
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Southeast Asian dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Pai Thai
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Thai dining in Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Smoki Moto
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Korean Steakhouse dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Summersalt
Jumeirah, Dubai
Asian dining in Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Trader Vic’s JBR
JBR, Dubai
Polynesian dining in JBR, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Bai Bar & Terrace
Business Bay, Dubai
Asian dining in Business Bay, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
BB Social Dining
DIFC, Dubai
Asian dining in DIFC, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
CÉ LA VI Dubai
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Asian dining in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Shanghai Me
DIFC, Dubai
Asian dining in DIFC, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
The Noodle House City Walk
City Walk, Dubai
Asian dining in City Walk, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Thiptara
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Thai dining in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Tong Thai
Business Bay, Dubai
Thai dining in Business Bay, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Vietnamese Foodies JLT
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
Vietnamese dining in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Wokyo Noodle Bar JLT
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
Asian dining in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
PakistaniRavi RestaurantRavi Restaurant
Al Satwa, Dubai
A long-standing Dubai institution for Pakistani comfort food.
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Useful answers
Before you book.
What are the best asian restaurants in Dubai?
3Fils is a strong place to start, backed by the broader Plate Snob selection on this page. The best choice still depends on your budget, preferred atmosphere and the kind of meal you are planning.
Is there a good-value option in this Dubai edit?
3Fils is among the more approachable options in this selection. Check the current menu before booking because set menus and per-person spend can change.
Which restaurant works when the setting matters?
3Fils is worth considering when atmosphere and location matter alongside the food. Use the practical details and map on this page to check whether it fits the occasion.
The wider UAE edit