Nestled within Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, this dynamic rooftop dining destination fuses Peruvian-Japanese influences with a verdant tropical-inspired design, featuring warm wood accents, neon-lit details, and striking décor. Offering a spacious dining room, a relaxed lounge, and an open-air terrace with panoramic skyline views, the venue creates an immersive experience for all.

We visited on a Saturday for the Yunza 11 Brunch, where DJ Taya, joined by a percussionist, flautist, and drummer, set the scene with rhythmic beats, followed by the Let’s Get Pisco’d after-party, keeping the Latin vibes alive late into the evening.

The highlights

The afternoon began with a selection of starters. The Native crispy sweet potato and plantain chips were the perfect start, complemented by a zesty rocoto salsa. The Nasu salad was a bright contrast, with miso-basil dressing intensifying the mixed greens, cucumber, and crispy nori. Meanwhile, the Prawn tempura captivated with its light, golden batter, elevated by spicy mayo and sesame seeds. The Anticucho skewers – King Oyster mushroom and chicken – offered a smoky, charred richness, with the chicken skewers being so irresistible that a second serving was inevitable.

As the vibe escalated, with the live drummer building momentum alongside D. Taya’s dynamic Latin beats, we stepped onto the outdoor terrace for a concoction-making class. The mixologist guided us through the process, which enhanced the brunch’s immersive energy.

Returning to our table, the main course sharing platters arrived, showcasing Peruvian-Japanese fusion at its finest. The Patagonian toothfish, glazed in honey hoisin and miso, melted effortlessly, pairing beautifully with silky mashed potatoes. The Lomo saltado, featuring tender Wagyu Tenderloin, baby potatoes, and a rich soy
sauce-infused medley of red onions and tomatoes, was comfort food refined to perfection.

For a plant-based surprise, the Fake scallops, made from celeriac and served with butternut squash purée, aji panca, and broccolini, delivered a unique layer of complexity.

The dessert platter was a sweet finale, featuring a classic Tres leches with vanilla cake soaked in luscious milk, assorted mochis offering a crisp, cool finish, and Alfajores filled with lucuma dulce de leche. As the sun dipped lower and the music carried on into the Let’s Get Pisco’d after-party, the terrace became the perfect spot to soak in the city skyline. Above Eleven Dubai’s Yunza 11 Brunch is a multisensory experience that fuses bold flavours, energetic beats, and interactive elements, making for a Saturday to remember.

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Saturday, from 1-4pm. AED295 for soft beverages, AED395 for house beverages, AED650 for bubbly. Let’s Get Pisco’d after-party: 4pm till late. AED150 for brunch-goers, and AED199 for diners joining at 4pm. Call +9714 666 1420. Visit aboveeleven.com/dubai.