KIGO invites diners to experience Japan’s reverence for seasonality through two intimate dining styles: sushi omakase and a seasonal kaiseki course menu. Opened last September by chef Izu Ani, with head chef Akinori ‘Aki’ Tanigawa and sushi head chef Daihachiro Ebata, KIGO is their latest Dubai project. Fundamental Hospitality brings this concept to life with a counter-style dining room and highlight ingredients such as kuruma prawns and wagyu-shigure. The Champagne Kaiseki Journey pairs dishes with a fine selection from Henri Giraud, Frédéric Savart and Jacquesson Cuvée.
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- Address
- GV09 Level GF, Gate Village - Building 9, Unit - Sheikh Zayed Rd - Zaa'beel Second - DIFC - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
- Phone
- +971 4 506 0388
- Website
- kigodubai.ae
- Directions
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KIGO invites diners to experience Japan’s reverence for seasonality through two intimate dining styles: sushi omakase and a seasonal kaiseki course menu. Opened last September by chef Izu Ani, with head chef Akinori ‘Aki’ Tanigawa and sushi head chef Daihachiro Ebata, KIGO is their latest Dubai project. Fundamental Hospitality brings this concept to life with a counter-style dining room and highlight ingredients such as kuruma prawns and wagyu-shigure. The Champagne Kaiseki Journey pairs dishes with a fine selection from Henri Giraud, Frédéric Savart and Jacquesson Cuvée.
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Modern
- Special Occasion
- Date Night
- Business Dinner
- Celebration
- Chefs Counter
- Hotel Restaurant
- Private Dining
- Sake Program
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 6 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 6 PM–12 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Intimate and refined, with counter-style omakase seating and handcrafted wooden tables creating a quiet, sophisticated Japanese fine-dining atmosphere.