An insider’s guide to all the must-visit hotspots in Dubai’s thriving dining scene

la petite ani

Exuding a Parisian charm, La Petite Ani has opened its doors in the heart of DIFC. Welcoming guests from breakfast through to the evening, La Petite Ani’s menu features an array of enticing dishes, including beloved favourites from La Maison Ani. Diners can enjoy leisurely or on-the-go dishes, including petit-déjeuner with an array of indulgent egg dishes, freshly baked pastries, alongside organic-roast coffee, energising juices, and refreshing teas. the relaxed dining concept exudes quintessential Parisienne street-style charm; serving French-Mediterranean cuisine, to be enjoyed within the casual café or perfectly packaged for take-away. Located in Gate Avenue, ICD Brookfield, this haven is open daily from 7am to 9pm.

Mamafri

Guests can embark on a unique South East Asian meal at Mamafri. Found in an an exclusive enclave founded in Jumeira, there are variety of dishes prepared cooked using the finest ingredients that are supplied locally on a daily basis. From freshly prepared Mie-Goreng to a finely crafted wagyu sando, each dish transports its customers to South East Asia with its medley of flavours. Located in Jumeirah 3, It’s open on weekday from 1pm to 1am and on weekends from 1pm to 2am.

Nola Bijou Bistro and Bar

Recently opened in the heart of city, Nola Bijou Bistro and Bar, promises an immersive experience unlike any other. Inspired by the 19th century New Orleans with hints of Parisian influencers, Nola offers an easygoing vintage modern look in the culinary world. With a sensational music experience rooted in Jazz, guests can expect soulful live performances by the loved Nuvo Soul band complimented by high-energy jazz and soul beats by the in-house resident DJ. With French and Cajun food traditions, the restaurant lends to an explosion of flavours in its premium dishes such as char-grilled broccoli, burrata topped with anchovies and wagyu beef tartare. For the space, the restaurant features rich velvet sofas, a library, antique lamps and lush greenery with bi-folding windows that bring the outdoors indoors. The restaurant is perched atop Mythos Urban Greek Eatery at The Square in City Walk and open daily from noon until 1am and until 2am on the weekends.

Hawker Boi

What started as one of Dubai’s most sought-after supper clubs has now gone on to open its own restaurant. From first hosting in secret locations around Dubai, this highly-anticipated venue will serve Asian-hawker style food that takes inspiration from the founder’s life in the Far East. Known for his concealed identity, Hawkerboi is considered the Banksy of Dubai in the culinary world and never fails to amaze his diners with exquisite dishes that represent his travels. With delectable dishes such as Wagyu Skewers with Peanut Nahm Jim, Charcoal Short Ribs and more, the space is designed for with red neon piping to balance the underground foodie community in the city. Designed by its parent company EatX, this space projects a vast open kitchen by mastering the art of balance and theatre. Located at The Park, Jumeirah Lake Towers, the restauran is open from Sunday to Thursday 7pm to 10pm and Friday and Saturday 7pm to 11pm.

Lila Wood-Fired Taqueria

At Lila Mexican cuisine is curated with authentic wood-fired flavours that are both celebratory and comforting. The menu is anchored in heirloom corn from small farms in Mexico to create the best high-quality tortillas with fresh and seasonal ingredients. It’s open from Friday to Sunday, 12pm until sunset and is located at Jumeirah 3.

Samadhi Wellness

The new healthy café located in Samadhi Wellness, Jumeirah offers healthy and wholesome meals. The menu was developed by Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Danah Al Zabin, with an emphasis on nourishing and healthy meals, using fresh ingredients. The café serves up delectable breakfasts, salads, soups, and main dishes, as well as freshly pressed juices, smoothies, and carefully sought-after coffees. The carefully curated elements represent the four elements of nature: fire, earth, water, and air. The Samadhi Café is open daily seven days a week from 7am to 9:45pm.

Café Villa 515

Situated in the heart of Jumeirah, visitors can enter an olfactory world in this picturesque Arab villa that has its own distinctive café. For all the fragrance aficionados who like to take a break and sip on their coffee, this quaint spot offers various delectable dishes such a healthy açai bowl, avocado toast, shakshouka and other desserts such as banoffee. This quaint café is open from Sunday to Thursday 8am to 10pm and Friday and Saturday 8am to 12am.

An insider’s guide to all the must-visit hotspots in Dubai’s thriving dining scene

Dubai is never short of luxe hotspots to dine at. By adding to the Emirate’s culinary scene more and more restaurants are opening in Dubai with varied cuisine options. For all the new finds, swipe through our editor-approved guide of restaurants and cafés to try in Dubai. September – The Trailblazers Issue with Amira Sajwani […]

An insider’s guide to all the must-visit hotspots in Dubai’s thriving dining scene

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Dubai is never short of luxe hotspots to dine at.

By adding to the Emirate’s culinary scene more and more restaurants are opening in Dubai with varied cuisine options.

For all the new finds, swipe through our editor-approved guide of restaurants and cafés to try in Dubai.

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la petite ani

Mamafri

Nola Bijou Bistro and Bar

Hawker Boi

Lila Wood-Fired Taqueria

Samadhi Wellness

Café Villa 515