Soon Izakaya

Japanese eatery that transitions into a high-energy bar with late-night music. Serving sushi, tempura, modern small plates and craft signature cocktails.

Closed · opens at 3 PM

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Description

It feels like a modern Tokyo after-work hangout reimagined for Dubai nights. Inspired by Japanese pop culture — ’80s/anime/gaming vibes.

Place and drinks : low lighting, music, and mixology (the art of crafting innovative cocktails) are part of the “menu” as much as the food.

Food : classic izakaya sharing: sushi, raw options and small plates.

Menu Snapshot

  • ■Nigiri (1 pc) - from 40 to 95 AED
  • ■Maki (6 pc) - from 65 to 110 AED
  • ■Ramen - from 40 to 65
  • ■Chicken Gyoza - 45 AED
  • ■Cocktails - from 50 to 115 AED
  • ■Beer - 30-40 AED
  • ■Tea - Ocha - 25 AED
  • ■Sochu (50 ml) - 40
  • ■Coffee - 20 AED

Why it's special

  • ■The drinks list is built for a long night — signature cocktails, saké, and shōchū cocktails.
  • ■The food follows a true izakaya flow: start with sushi/raw plates, move through small plates, then finish warm with skewers, rice/noodles, or ramen.
  • ■It’s designed for lingering, not rushing — the place where you stay longer than planned.
  • ■(!) Might be noizy. Smoking is allowed indoors.

Directions

Metro

Sobha Realty / DMCC · 13 min walk

Parking

No Dedicated Restaurant Valet

Paid public parking in Cluster P.

Take a taxi or avoid Peak Evening crowds on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

Working Hours

Mon3 PM – 1 AM
Tue3 PM – 1 AM
Wed3 PM – 1 AM
Thu3 PM – 1 AM
Fri3 PM – 1 AM
Sat3 PM – 1 AM
Sun3 PM – 1 AM

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