Dr Pablo F.
Google
I have visited Roka at least 20 times in the last couple of years, most often for the business lunch, which I used to absolutely love. The concept of enjoying multiple appetizers followed by a main course was creative, generous, and truly set Roka apart.
Unfortunately, over time the business lunch has shrunk noticeably in both portion size and overall value. Today, I decided to give it another try and even ordered the premium version of the business lunch — yet I walked out still hungry and ended up needing additional snacks elsewhere. That says a lot about how far the offering has declined.
For example, the sashimi selection has been reduced to just one single piece of salmon sashimi, one single piece of tuna sashimi, and one single piece of another fish per person. One piece each!
The miso black cod, which should be the main dish highlight, is served in a portion so small it feels more like a tasting than a main course. To make matters worse, it comes with a bland, tiny portion of plain white rice that adds nothing to the meal.
Service has also deteriorated. During today’s visit, I had to repeat one of my orders three times before it was finally served. This is disappointing, especially since Roka used to be known for its attentive and professional staff.
It’s such a pity. Roka used to be one of my favorite places in Dubai — I used to go every week and recommended it often. But after giving feedback to management multiple times in the past and seeing the situation only worsen, I’ve decided I won’t be going back.
