Virgin Izakaya DXB
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The private karaoke rooms upstairs aren't advertised but can be booked for groups of 6+ with a minimum spend of AED 200 per person. Order the off-menu toro sashimi if you see the chef preparing bluefin tuna at the sushi counter.
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Japanese izakaya with a fun, irreverent take on the format. The small plates and cocktails are both good. Better for a social evening than a quiet dinner. The karaage chicken and gyoza are reliable starters.
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Skip the predictable sushi spots—Virgin Izakaya nails the messy, boozy energy of Tokyo's back alleys with stellar yakitori and sake pairings that actually match the food. The waterfront views from Bluewaters are a bonus, but you're really here for the charred skewers and the crowd that knows how to have a proper night out.
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