What To Know
- Located inside The Link, Nobu One Za’abeel will join an impressive collection of world-class dining concepts, including Michelin-starred La Dame de Pic by Anne-Sophie Pic, Culinara Social Dining, an elevated food hall, and Aelia, a Riviera-inspired restaurant and lounge.
- The opening of Nobu One Za’abeel reinforces Dubai’s position as a global culinary capital — and introduces a bold new interpretation of the Nobu experience.
- This after-dark identity introduces a dimension of the Nobu experience not found anywhere else in the world, positioning the venue as a future hotspot for Dubai’s nightlife connoisseurs.
Dubai’s luxury dining scene is set to reach new heights as Nobu One Za’abeel prepares to open on 17 January 2026 at One&Only One Za’abeel. Suspended within The Link, the world’s longest cantilevered building, the highly anticipated restaurant promises a dramatic fusion of Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, striking design, and sweeping panoramic views of the Dubai skyline.
This marks the next chapter for the globally renowned Nobu brand, bringing its signature culinary philosophy to one of the city’s most architecturally ambitious destinations. Designed as both a dining landmark and a social hub, Nobu One Za’abeel blends elevated gastronomy with destination-level atmosphere.
A Design Experience Above the City
At Nobu One Za’abeel, interiors take centre stage. The space is defined by a rich, tactile palette featuring black cerused oak, oil-rubbed bronze and brass, embossed leather, and statement stones such as Calacatta Cielo marble and Breccia Antica. Custom liquid metal art panels, soft ambient lighting, and subtle gold-leaf accents add depth and warmth, while black quartzite and light-oak finishes reinforce Nobu’s globally recognisable design language — reinterpreted with a distinctly Dubai sensibility.
The result is an atmosphere that feels both refined and immersive, perfectly aligned with its sky-high location.
From Refined Dining to Late-Night Destination
As the sun sets, Nobu One Za’abeel transforms. The bar and lounge transition into a vibrant late-night venue, complete with extended hours and curated DJ sets. This after-dark identity introduces a dimension of the Nobu experience not found anywhere else in the world, positioning the venue as a future hotspot for Dubai’s nightlife connoisseurs.
This dual personality — elegant dining by day and energetic social destination by night — reflects the evolving expectations of Dubai’s luxury audience.
A Menu That Honors Nobu’s Legacy
True to the brand’s global reputation, the menu at Nobu One Za’abeel will spotlight modern Japanese cuisine infused with Peruvian influences, executed with precision and polish. Guests can expect iconic Nobu favourites including Black Cod Miso, Yellowtail Jalapeño, Nobu Sushi, and premium Wagyu, alongside dishes created exclusively for this location.
Standout additions include Umami Mediterranean Seabass with Tomato Dashi Ponzu, Amadai with Ginger Shiso Ponzu, and Wagyu Beef Tenderloin Shiitake Millefeuille Tozasu — each crafted to complement the venue’s elevated setting and destination appeal.
A Landmark Within The Link
Located inside The Link, Nobu One Za’abeel will join an impressive collection of world-class dining concepts, including Michelin-starred La Dame de Pic by Anne-Sophie Pic, Culinara Social Dining, an elevated food hall, and Aelia, a Riviera-inspired restaurant and lounge.
Founded by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, Nobu now operates 57 restaurants worldwide, continuing to shape modern Japanese dining through innovation, technique, and refined presentation. The opening of Nobu One Za’abeel reinforces Dubai’s position as a global culinary capital — and introduces a bold new interpretation of the Nobu experience.
For more information, visit www.nobuonezaabeel.com.
