This restaurant is already a household name in London and Las Vegas. Having arrived in Dubai, SUSHISAMBA has already made its mark on the emirate. As an amalgamation of Japan, Brazil and Peru, the restaurant offers a mix from Japanese tempura and sushi, to Brazilian churrasco and moqueca. The open kitchen and fiery robata grill offer brilliantly roasted and flavored meats, vegetables and fish promising a shared dining experience. Located at St. Regis Hotel at The Palm Tower, the restaurant is open from Monday to Friday 12pm to 3pm and Saturday to Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm for lunch and Sunday to Wednesday 6pm to 2am and Thursday to Saturday 6pm to 3am.
Fouquet's brasserie was founded in 1899 by Louis Fouquet. He called it after his French last name, "Fouquet", and added the "'s" to give it a nuanced touch. Now opened in the heart of Downtown Dubai, this famous Parisian restaurant has a variety of heartfelt touches including a photo-booth experience and classic vintage library-themed room with live music from the pianist. The menu celebrates classic French cooking with a myriad of dishes to tantalise your taste buds. It’s open daily from 8am to 2am.
Originally hailing from Lebanon, this exquisite concept allows guests to experience a night unlike any other. It serves Japanese as well as Peruvian food, and has a hint of Mediterranean flavoursWith authentic Nikkei cuisine available from our award-winning à la carte menu, refreshing signature cocktails and premium drinks available throughout the night, guests can enjoy a romantic setting across our lounge or restaurant area with views of Downtown and the Burj Khalifa. Located in Address Sky View, this restaurant allows guests to experience Amelia’s extraordinary journey filled with mystery, adventure, and discovery.
The original concept hails from LA and has quickly made its mark on the culinary scene here. As a hybrid restaurant and lounge concept in West Hollywood, the venue is known its famous guests from the likes of the Kardashians and Justin Bieber. With its eclectic décor and expansive interiors, guests can dine in style no matter what the occasion. Without sticking to a certain theme, the restaurant’s main dishes appears to be a heavy influence from its original menu featuring dishes such as Hamachi crudo, the Nice Guy Burger, lobster pizza and more. As the second outpost of the brand from LA, this upscale venue is the perfect addition to Dubai’s nightlife and dining scene. It's located in Emirates Towers, DIFC and is open 5pm until 1am.
Having been on the restaurant scene in Dubai for over a decade, LPM Restaurant & Bar offers an exceptional experience every time. Located in gate village 8, DIFC, the restaurant is open on weekdays from 12pm to 3pm, 6pm to 11pm and on weekends from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and 6pm to 11:30pm.
Known for making its culinary imprint around the world in various cities such as New York, Rome, Las Vegas, Bodrum, Miami, London and many more. Zuma is one of Dubai’s must-visit fine dining havens offering contemporary Japanese cuisine with a sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of informal eating and drinking. Showcasing a variety of authentic dishes on its menu, Zuma is located in gate village 6 and is open daily from 12pm to 3:30pm and 7pm to 12am from Saturday to Wednesday and 7pm to 1am on Thursday and Friday.
Regarded as Mayfair’s iconic private members’ club, this venue is home to a creative community in the heart of London. Founded in 1863, this exclusive space has already made its mark in Dubai after its opening. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai already visited the exclusive Dubai members’ club twice. He’s dined at the club’s Brasserie, a concept born at its European flagship venue, The Arts Club London, and their Nikkei Cuisine concept, Rōhen.
Having opened its doors in 2010 in Istanbul, Nusr-Et made its way to Dubai back in 2014. The restaurant quickly became a haven for meat lovers from around the world with a warm atmosphere and top-notch service. By bringing an extra flair to its steakhouse culture, this boutique concept is loved by all and is open in several destinations around the world including Istanbul, Doha, Miami, New York, Mykonos and Dubai.
Bringing the northern Chinese vibe from London, New York, Miami and their original home in Hong Kong, Hutong Dubai is located in DIFC. Offering delicious dim sums and creative cocktails, guests have the opportunity to dine in a stylish setting with a beautiful outdoor terrace offering the finest in contemporary Asian cuisine. Hutong Dubai is open from Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 2:30pm and 6pm to 1am.
The iconic restaurant Gonpachi, famed for its role in the hit movie Kill Bill, officially opened its doors in Dubai in February 2021. It’s the first branch for the famed restaurant to open outside of Japan – where seven Gonpachi restaurants dotted around the country – and will offer authentic cuisine which includes sushi, tempura, kushi-style grilled skewers and fresh soba noodles. Located in Business Bay at the Boulevard in Al Habtoor City, the restaurant transports you to the “Japan of a bygone era” with its “nostalgic atmosphere”. Gonpanchi Dubai is open from Saturday to Wednesday 12pm to 12am and Thursday and Friday 12pm to 2am.
At the end of 2019, over three decades after the flagship restaurant opened in NYC in 1984, Indochine arrived in Dubai. This retro-inspired venue has often seen highly-reputable guests visit in New York including Andy Warhol, Grace Jones, Diane von Furstenberg, Julianne Moore, Naomi Campbell, Anna Wintour, Mick Jagger and more.. It didn’t take long for the new DIFC haunt to attract its own celebrity crowd and less than a year on Indochine Dubai has played host to tennis ace Roger Federer, Dubai-based influencer entrepreneur Karen Wazen, Italian fashionista Chiara Ferragni and actress Lindsay Lohan.
The charming restaurant Clap offers perhaps the most picturesque dining experience in Beirut.The must-try Japanese hotspot CLAP is offering another level of nightlife and dining. Enjoy rooftop dining in the heart of DIFC, that not only serves up delicious food to the backdrop of one of the world’s most mesmerising sunset spots but also a place for tourists and locals to enjoy music from renowned DJs. The restaurant will also celebrate its second anniversary on Wednesday, January 25 with beats from 7pm onwards, a fusion of cocktails and customised pieces for all attendees from Japanese calligrapher artist, Yoshimi Fujii. Partygoers will want to make sure they have their dancing shoes ready as the beats will continue into the early hours, with the party continuing late into the night at ONGAKU, the secret speakeasy bar. Located in Gate Village Building 11, this restaurant is a must-add to any list.
With restaurants the globe over, Cipriani made its mark on Dubai in 2016. Serving exceptional Italian cuisine, the Cipriani brand has been a universally recognized icon of hospitality for four generations since Guiseppe Cipriani Senior first opened Harry’s Bar in Venice, back in May 1931. Open all around the world in New York, Venice, Moscow, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Cipriani has made its impact in several countries as it continues to serve the finest. Located in Gate village number 10, DIFC and open daily from 12pm to 2am.
This Levantine bar and restaurant, which first opened in August 2019, is located in DIFC. As one of Lebanon’s most well-known hotspots, Antika Dubai offers a host of mouthwatering dishes and is an ideal place to enjoy a night out with friends no matter what the occasion. Open daily from 6pm to 2am and on Fridays from 2pm onwards, Antika is located in Al Fattan Currency House, DIFC, Tower 2. It’s open daily from 6pm until 3pm.
Known as Madrid’s most well-loved and popular restaurant, Amazonico Dubai arrived in the heart of DIFC at the end of 2019. The restaurant brings cultural diversity and gastronomic heritage from the Amazon region, with a rainforest-inspired theme prevalent throughout the venue’s interiors.
Bringing adrenaline-fuelled Japanese cuisine prepared with Korean and international flavours, Akira Back uses artisanal sourced ingredients with an eclectic touch as you take in the stunning view of Dubai’s skyline. With venues in Singapore, Hanoi, Bangkok and now Dubai, Chef Akira Back is making a strong culinary footprint around the world with his expertise in the field. Located at W Dubai at The Palm, it’s open daily from 7pm to 11:30pm.
For a myriad of culinary options, Dubai is the place to be. As the emirate is well-known for offering an unparalleled fine-dining experience no matter what the cuisine, Emirates Woman takes a closer look at all the global culinary havens that have made their mark in the city. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, […]
For a myriad of culinary options, Dubai is the place to be. As the emirate is well-known for offering an unparalleled fine-dining experience no matter what the cuisine, Emirates Woman takes a closer look at all the global culinary havens that have made their mark in the city. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, […]
For a myriad of culinary options, Dubai is the place to be.
As the emirate is well-known for offering an unparalleled fine-dining experience no matter what the cuisine, Emirates Woman takes a closer look at all the global culinary havens that have made their mark in the city.
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