In the heart of Downtown Dubai yet away from the usual DIFC haunts, through a private elevator at the luxurious Dubai EDITION, you will find Sumosan, an elegant restaurant serving contemporary Japanese cuisine. First founded in Moscow and with celebrity-loved outposts in London, Courchavel and Berlin, Sumosan has made its way to the region, stopping in Doha and Riyadh before landing in Dubai.
Sophisticated and seductive, Sumosan's interiors offer a laid-back approach to luxury - the space is inviting without losing its elegance thanks to plush furnishings, warm tones and creative lighting and a large open kitchen that offers an insight into the action.
In-keeping with the format of Japanese restaurants, the menu comprises small plates, salads and cold dishes that lead into a selection of mains from sea and land, as well as a generous offering of side plates, noodles and rice. For first-timers, look no further than the Sumosan signatures to get a feel of the heart of the renowned restaurant; starting with the toro tartare with Oscietra caviar and tapioca crackers is a decadent and moreish no-brainer, followed by the wagyu sando served with a side of truffle fries to share. Adorn your table with more delights from the starters - roasted bone marrow topped with reimagined beef tartare is hearty and umami-rich while smoked yellowtail carpaccio with apple caramel dressing is a zingy palette cleanser.
It goes without saying that the sushi and sashimi selection at Sumosan is a culinary highlight; Sumosan presents an impressive offering that rivals the city's best-loved Japanese institutions. From unagi, anago and hamachi sushi and sashimi to maki rolls for those preferring raw, cooked or vegetarian iterations, there is plenty to satisfy every kind of sushi lover, whether traditional or experimental.
Main courses are best ordered in multiples and shared to sample the best of the menu, namely 24-hour miso marinated black cod, grilled kamchatka king crab leg, grilled lamb chops and wagyu sirloin steak. Complete the order with yuzu butter-dressed broccolini to make yourself feel better about ordering dessert.
If you can't quite manage an entire dessert yet yearn for something sweet, mochi is a guaranteed win. However, MOJEH recommends making space for the sticky date pudding with vanilla ice cream, which is a limited-edition dessert that will be served throughout the month of Ramadan.
Once dessert has been demolished, end the evening with a night cap at 7eventy8, a sultry, velvet-clad speakeasy hidden within the restaurant; come for an expertly crafted cocktail, stay for the buzzing atmosphere that will have you dancing into the early hours. Book now
