Sakhalin features the Gulf's most extensive caviar selection — 26 varieties sourced directly from Russia. A caviar flight includes selections like Beluga (the largest, most delicate roe), Oscietra (golden, nutty), and Sevruga (smaller, more intense). Served on blini with crème fraîche.
Tips from diners
Ask the staff about the sourcing — each caviar variety's origin affects flavor (Beluga from the Caspian Sea is the most prized).
The meatiest, most luxurious crab variety — king crab's sweet, tender flesh is often served simply to highlight its quality. Sakhalin's version is grilled lightly and finished with herb butter, allowing the delicate crab flavor to shine.
Tips from diners
The staff will crack the crab for you tableside — you just eat the tender meat without the mess.
Delicate, slightly sweet blini are made with buckwheat flour and topped with cool crème fraîche and caviar. The warmth of the blini contrasts with the cool, briny pop of the roe. A Russian classic perfected.
Tips from diners
Order blini early in your meal — they're best eaten immediately while warm and the caviar still fresh.
A simple but perfect preparation: whole sea bass is grilled over charcoal until the skin crisps and the flesh steams. Finished with fresh lemon and herb oil. The charcoal imparts subtle smoke without overpowering the delicate fish.
Tips from diners
Request outdoor seating to enjoy the sea breeze while eating grilled fish — the outdoor terrace is surrounded by lush greenery.
Tender lobster meat is incorporated into a delicate pasta sauce infused with garlic, white wine, and a touch of cream. The pasta is tossed until the sauce coats every strand. Fresh chives and lemon zest finish the dish.
Tips from diners
Lobster linguine is light and refreshing — perfect for warm Dubai evenings when you want seafood without heaviness.
Located at J1 Beach in La Mer, Sakhalin was created by restaurateur Boris Zarkov and Michelin-starred Chef Vladimir Mukhin. The concept celebrates pristine seafood from the Russian Far East, sourced directly by air and kept live in seawater tanks. The menu blends Russian heritage with global finesse, featuring caviar (26 varieties from Russian suppliers), live king crab, sea urchin, and charcoal-grilled fish. The beach-front setting offers both indoor elegance and outdoor seaside dining.
Sakhalin features Michelin-starred Chef Vladimir Mukhin at the helm — one of Dubai's most celebrated fine dining venues.
The outdoor terrace at J1 Beach is surrounded by greenery and has a private beach area — request an outdoor table for the best ambiance.
Sakhalin maintains live seafood tanks with king crab, lobster, and sea urchin — you can see your dinner before it's prepared.
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