REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl

Name: REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl
Address: Unit 70, Dar Wasl Mall, Al Wasl Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, AE
Telephone: +971 4 255 5142
Price range: $$

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Best For: Affordable Chef-Led Japanese DiningLively, casual neighbourhood dining atmosphere.

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The DPL Verdict

“The smartest value choice when you want chef-driven Dubai dining without a fixed menu, formal dress code or four-figure bill.”

Restaurant Overview

Chef Reif Othman's casual Dar Wasl restaurant for Japanese skewers, ramen, sandos, sushi and playful signatures at a substantially lower spend than Dubai's tasting rooms.

REIF is the best budget-friendly restaurant in this top ten because the cooking remains chef-led and distinctive while diners control the spend. The menu stretches beyond kushiyaki into ramen, maki, sashimi, claypot rice, sandos and desserts. Current menu evidence shows useful vegetarian and gluten-free labels on selected dishes. The Dar Wasl branch is not the group's fully licensed location, so plan for soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages rather than wine or cocktails.

Restaurant Details

Cuisine: Contemporary Japanese kushiyaki, ramen, sushi and sandos
Recognition: MICHELIN Bib Gourmand, MICHELIN Guide Dubai 2025
Signature dishes: Wagyu steam bun, Wagyu katsu sando, Tantanmen ramen, Salmon with crispy black rice
Seating: Casual indoor mall restaurant
Outdoor dining: No prominent outdoor dining option is published for Dar Wasl.
Alcohol: No licensed alcohol at the Dar Wasl branch; soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages are available.
Dietary options: Vegetarian dishes and selected gluten-free items are marked on current menus; ask about cross-contact for serious allergies.
Age policy: Family-friendly; no minimum age is published.
Reservation policy: Reservations recommended at peak times; direct booking by phone or official contact.

Opening Hours

Monday-Thursday and Sunday: 12:00 PM-11:00 PM. Friday-Saturday: 12:00 PM-midnight.

Dress Code Policy

Casual elegant. No formal code is published; neat casual clothing is appropriate for the Dar Wasl Mall setting.

Menu Price Guide

A la carte. Many skewers, snacks and bowls fall around AED 54-AED 164; premium wagyu and seafood dishes cost more.

Reservation Status

Reservations recommended at peak times; direct booking by phone or official contact.

REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl Comparison Table

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Option	Current Prices	Best Day	Map Area	Dress Code	Booking Method	Last checked	Alternatives
REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl	A la carte. Many skewers, snacks and bowls fall around AED 54-AED 164; premium wagyu and seafood dishes cost more.	Monday-Thursday and Sunday: 12:00 PM-11:00 PM. Friday-Saturday: 12:00 PM-midnight.	Al Wasl / Jumeirah	Casual elegant. No formal code is published; neat casual clothing is appropriate for the Dar Wasl Mall setting.	Reservations are useful at peak dinner and weekends, but the format is more flexible than the tasting-menu venues. Confirm the Dar Wasl branch when booking because other REIF locations have different facilities.	2026-07-18	Orfali Bros, Tasca by José Avillez, avatāra
Orfali Bros	The OG tasting menu is AED 395; The Voyage menu is AED 850. Optional add-ons and the AED 80 non-alcoholic pairing cost extra.	Wednesday-Monday: dinner service. Tuesday closed. Select the live time slot on the official reservation calendar.	Jumeirah	Relaxed smart casual. The official site does not publish a strict formal code; avoid beachwear and sportswear for dinner.	Reserve through the official SevenRooms link. Menus use prepayment and the published policy applies cancellation charges inside 72 hours; disclose allergies before paying.	2026-07-18	REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl
Tasca by José Avillez	A la carte pricing varies. Saturday brunch is AED 450 soft, AED 550 house or AED 750 champagne; current seasonal set menus may offer lower entry points.	Temporarily adjusted schedule: dinner daily 6:30 PM-11:00 PM; Saturday brunch 12:30 PM-4:00 PM.	Jumeirah	Smart casual appropriate for a luxury hotel restaurant. No separate strict restaurant code is currently published; avoid beachwear at dinner.	Book the terrace deliberately, note that outdoor seating is weather-dependent, and confirm the adjusted hours. Families can request the published children's menu.	2026-07-18	REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl
avatāra	AED 595 per person for the current experience menu, inclusive of taxes. Beverage pairings are additional.	Tuesday-Sunday: 6:00 PM-11:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday lunch seating at 1:30 PM. Monday closed.	Dubai Hills	Smart elegant. The official policy excludes beachwear and trainers; closed, polished footwear is recommended.	Full advance payment is required. Request vegan, gluten-free and allergy accommodations before paying, and allow about two and a half hours for the experience.	2026-07-18	REIF Japanese Kushiyaki - Dar Wasl

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A la carte. Many skewers, snacks and bowls fall around AED 54-AED 164; premium wagyu and seafood dishes cost more.

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Reservation Notes

Reservations are useful at peak dinner and weekends, but the format is more flexible than the tasting-menu venues. Confirm the Dar Wasl branch when booking because other REIF locations have different facilities.

Pros / Why We Love It

Lowest controllable spend in the top ten
Broad a la carte choice for groups with different appetites
Open daily for lunch and dinner

Cons / Drawbacks

×Dar Wasl does not offer the licensed bar found at the Dubai Hills branch
×Mall setting is casual rather than occasion-led
×Popular signatures can sell out

Location Map

Unit 70, Dar Wasl Mall, Al Wasl Road, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Frequently Asked Questions

How expensive is REIF Dar Wasl?▼

REIF is a la carte. Current menu examples place many skewers, snacks and bowls between roughly AED 54 and AED 164, while premium wagyu and seafood cost more.

Is REIF Dar Wasl open on Sunday?▼

Yes. The current MICHELIN listing gives Sunday hours of 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Does REIF Dar Wasl serve alcohol?▼

The Dar Wasl branch is not the group's fully licensed outlet. Choose the Dubai Hills branch if a licensed drinks program is essential.

Does REIF have vegetarian food?▼

Yes. The menu includes vegetarian skewers, avocado, edamame, mushroom rice and plant-based ramen options. Check current allergen labels when ordering.