Foodies

Where to Find Asian Food in Damascus

Craving Asian food? There’s more to try than sushi. Damascus has spots serving ramen, teriyaki, katsu, noodles, onigiri, Chinese dishes, and more. Here are 10 places to check out.

1. Komemaru

Komemaru serves Japanese food, including sushi, onigiri, matcha, and other Japanese dishes. The chef is Japanese, too.

Location: Rabweh – Mishwar Complex.

2. Taiyo

Taiyo has sushi rolls, tempura, teriyaki, spicy tuna, and more. You’ll also find mango and vegetable options.

Location: Kafarsousa – Cham City Center – Second Floor.

3. Katana

At Katana, you can try sushi, sashimi, noodles, and seafood. They also offer an open sushi experience.

Location: Sheraton Hotel – Seven Gates.

4. Umami

Umami has sushi with salmon, tuna, crab, and shrimp, as well as teriyaki and katsu.

Location: Shukri Al-Quwatli Street – near Four Seasons Hotel.

5. Hashi Sushi House

Hashi has sushi, ramen, and other Japanese dishes, so you can try a few different things in one visit.

Location: Old Damascus – Bab Touma – Jadid Al-Bakri.

6. Hanabi Sushi

Hanabi is another spot for Japanese food and seafood, with plenty of sushi options to choose from.

Location: Abu Rummaneh – Opposite the Japanese Embassy.

7. Oki Sushi

Oki serves both Japanese and Chinese food. Order sushi, dumplings, or hot Asian dishes.

Location: Abu Rummaneh – Damascus.

8. Nami

Nami serves sushi and Japanese dishes in a modern setting. They also have open sushi every Tuesday.

Locations:

Al Mazraa – Hangar Complex – Opposite Barada Club.

Al-Qusour Square – Nazlet Al Ghassani

9. Tartar

Tartar has plenty of bold flavors, from spicy and creamy to sweet. Try options like Dragon, Rainbow, Dynamite Temaki, mango, and creamy salmon.

Location: Al-Shaalan – inside Merlan Restaurant.

10. Yahoo Sushi

Yahoo Sushi is a simple choice for sushi and seafood, whether you’re stopping by for lunch or dinner.

Location: Kafarsouseh – behind the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

From sushi and ramen to noodles and Chinese dishes, Damascus has plenty of Asian food to try. Pick a spot and try something new!