No.9 By J2Sushi
South Dock, Dublin
Restaurant in Dublin, Ireland
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
No.9 By J2Sushi is a useful Dublin 4 choice when you want an easy Japanese-leaning meal without turning dinner into a planning project. Treat it as a flexible lunch or casual evening option, not a trophy booking. Cross-shop Yoi Izakaya for a more clearly izakaya-style night or Bloom Brasserie for a broader sit-down meal.
About No.9 By J2Sushi
No.9 By J2Sushi is a Dublin venue with daily hours and a casual dress code. It is open from 12–10 PM Monday to Thursday, 12–11 PM Friday and Saturday, 12–10 PM Sunday. The venue works best as a casual Dublin option for plans that need broad daytime and evening availability.
A Dublin option with daily hours and casual dress
The clearest reason to consider No.9 By J2Sushi is its simple, everyday availability. With service listed from midday into the evening throughout the week, it may suit plans that need a Dublin venue open across a broad part of the day. Friday and Saturday run one hour later than the rest of the week, which gives a little more flexibility for evening plans.
The best approach is to check the venue's official channels before going. Treat this as a casual Dublin option rather than a venue to plan around a documented tasting-menu structure, a confirmed accolade, or a known signature order.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose No.9 By J2Sushi if the priority is a casual Dublin meal with daily opening hours. Skip it if you need confirmed details on price, menu structure, chef credentials, awards, seating, or group capacity before deciding. Bloom Brasserie is a useful cross-shop. Yoi Izakaya is also worth comparing if you are deciding among options.
If the group is comparing other venues, Saba, Oxhorn Grill, Rongcheng are useful alternatives to check before booking. For more Dublin planning, use Our full Dublin restaurants guide, plus the city guides for hotels, bars, wineries, experiences.
For local research, compare No.9 By J2Sushi with other Dublin dining options rather than assuming its menu, format, or service style. If the trip expands beyond Dublin, use the same standard: confirm hours, booking requirements, current menus directly before building plans around a specific venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 9 Baggot Street Upper, Dublin 4, D04 KW22, Ireland
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- j2sushidublin.ie
- Phone
- +35315590081
The take
The Take
The Vibe
No.9 By J2Sushi presents as a polished, neighbourhood Japanese room that privileges technical rigour over overt formality. It positions itself for diners who have travelled and eaten internationally, offering a refined yet unpretentious setting on Upper Baggot Street. The J2Sushi lineage signals provenance and consistency, so the atmosphere reads as quietly sophisticated and intimate rather than flashy. The focus on Japanese technique applied to local Irish ingredients gives the room a considered, modern edge while keeping the experience approachable for regulars and neighbourhood guests.
Best For
This kitchen is best for evening meals where technique and provenance matter: think date nights, business dinners and after‑work gatherings with discerning locals. The omakase offering and signature hot dishes make it especially suited to diners seeking a focused, chef‑led experience rather than casual grab‑and‑go fare. It sits comfortably in a neighbourhood stretch that attracts professional, well‑travelled clientele, so groups who value precise cooking and a restrained, polished ambience will find it a strong fit.
Ordering Tips
Prioritise the Daily Nigiri Omakase if you want the clearest statement of the kitchen’s technique and curation. For a contrast of approaches, sample one of the signature hot dishes — the J2 Signature Sukiyaki and J2 Black Tonkatsu Ramen are highlighted alongside the Aburi Salmon Don — to see how Japanese methods are applied to Irish produce (the copy specifically calls out Irish fish, grass‑fed beef and cold‑water shellfish as part of the conversation). Let the kitchen’s provenance and technical focus guide your selections.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sleek dining room with warm, welcoming service and contemporary design overlooking the river.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
View
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Daily Nigiri Omakase
- J2 Signature Sukiyaki
- Aburi Salmon Don
- J2 Black Tonkatsu Ramen
Planning details
Location
9 Baggot Street Upper, Dublin 4, D04 KW22, Ireland · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bloom Brasserie, Notable alternative
- Yoi Izakaya, Notable alternative
- Oxhorn Grill, Notable alternative
- Saba, Notable alternative
- Rongcheng, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Dublin
No.9 By J2Sushi is the easier pick when convenience and a Japanese-leaning brief matter more than ceremony. Compared with Bloom Brasserie, it reads as more casual and more specific in cuisine direction, while Bloom is the safer choice for a broader brasserie meal or a group that does not want to commit to sushi-style ordering.
Yoi Izakaya is the closest cross-shop for diners who want a more clearly Japanese casual-night format. Choose No.9 By J2Sushi for Dublin 4 practicality; choose Yoi Izakaya when the mood is more explicitly izakaya-led. Saba is better for mixed groups who want a wider Asian menu direction rather than a narrower Japanese cue.
For diners who want something heartier, Oxhorn Grill is the better match than a sushi-leaning room. Rongcheng is the more relevant alternative when the group wants Chinese cooking instead. On booking difficulty, No.9 By J2Sushi has the advantage as an easy option, so it works well as a lower-friction fallback when plans are moving quickly.
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full No.9 By J2Sushi guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare No.9 By J2Sushi
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| No.9 By J2Sushi | Dublin | No published awards |
| Bloom Brasserie | Dublin | No published awards |
| Yoi Izakaya | Dublin | No published awards |
| Oxhorn Grill | Dublin | No published awards |
| Saba | Dublin | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Rongcheng | Dublin | No published awards |
How No.9 By J2Sushi Dublin compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is No.9 By J2Sushi good for a special occasion?
It may work for a casual occasion in Dublin if the hours fit your plans. The hours are 12–10 PM Monday to Thursday, 12–11 PM Friday and Saturday, 12–10 PM Sunday. For a celebration where you want more confirmed detail before booking, compare Bloom Brasserie or Saba.
Is No.9 By J2Sushi good for solo dining?
It may suit solo dining if you want a casual Dublin option with daily hours from midday into the evening. Check current details with the venue before going.
What are alternatives to No.9 By J2Sushi?
Start with Yoi Izakaya, Saba, Bloom Brasserie, Oxhorn Grill, or Rongcheng if you want to compare other venues. Compare current hours and booking details directly before choosing.
